The Elementary After School Activities offer a multitude of activities that meet the varied interests of our students. Parents will notice that some clubs are designed to be developmentally appropriate and may specify a particular grade level of the student participants.
Activities are school specific and run during the Spring.
This brochure is for some clubs beginning Tuesday, April 7th. The last session for some clubs will be late May.
The link below will take you to the activity slides.
Activity Slides
🎉🐾 Congratulations to Garnet Valley Middle School teacher Ms. Brittany Hagan on being named a recipient of the Citadel Heart of Learning Award!
This prestigious honor recognizes outstanding educators across the Greater Philadelphia region who go above and beyond to make a lasting impact on their students and school communities. Ms. Hagan’s dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence truly embody the spirit of this award.
Through the Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, Citadel Credit Union celebrates educators who help build a brighter future every day. As part of this recognition, Garnet Valley Middle School will receive a $5,000 award to support continued learning and opportunities for students—an incredible benefit that reflects the impact of Ms. Hagan’s work.
We are so very proud to have Ms. Hagan as part of the Garnet Valley family—her hard work and heart for teaching inspire us all! 💙
#GVfeeling #GVproud #HeartOfLearning #JagsLead
This prestigious honor recognizes outstanding educators across the Greater Philadelphia region who go above and beyond to make a lasting impact on their students and school communities. Ms. Hagan’s dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence truly embody the spirit of this award.
Through the Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, Citadel Credit Union celebrates educators who help build a brighter future every day. As part of this recognition, Garnet Valley Middle School will receive a $5,000 award to support continued learning and opportunities for students—an incredible benefit that reflects the impact of Ms. Hagan’s work.
We are so very proud to have Ms. Hagan as part of the Garnet Valley family—her hard work and heart for teaching inspire us all! 💙
#GVfeeling #GVproud #HeartOfLearning #JagsLead
🐾💙 Hard work pays off in the most heartwarming ways!
Ms. Cruz’s 4th-grade class at Garnet Valley Elementary reached their marble goal and earned a very special reward—a visit from Princess Leia, the therapy dog! 🐶✨
Students had the opportunity to spend time petting, relaxing, and connecting with Princess Leia, celebrating their teamwork and positive behavior. Moments like these remind us of the importance of building a supportive and encouraging classroom community.
Way to go, Ms. Cruz’s class—you’ve earned it! 🎉
#GVfeeling #princessleiatherapydog #GVproud #ElementaryExcellence
Ms. Cruz’s 4th-grade class at Garnet Valley Elementary reached their marble goal and earned a very special reward—a visit from Princess Leia, the therapy dog! 🐶✨
Students had the opportunity to spend time petting, relaxing, and connecting with Princess Leia, celebrating their teamwork and positive behavior. Moments like these remind us of the importance of building a supportive and encouraging classroom community.
Way to go, Ms. Cruz’s class—you’ve earned it! 🎉
#GVfeeling #princessleiatherapydog #GVproud #ElementaryExcellence
⏰ Friendly reminder for GV families: Friday, March 27, is the last day to register for our summer camps!
If your child is planning to join us for summer learning, fun, and new experiences, be sure to complete registration before the deadline. Our camps are a great way for students to stay engaged, make connections, and enjoy a memorable summer with GV.
Please don’t wait until the last minute—secure your spot by Friday's deadline! We won't be able to accept registrations after that date.
Link: https://bit.ly/3NWJvqb
#GVfeeling #GVSDSummer #SummerCamps #RegisterNow
Wishing you and your family a lovely Eid. May this Eid bring you success.
We are excited to share some outstanding news about our incredible Garnet Valley Middle School students!
Two GVMS students recently participated in the DCIU STEM Competition, where they presented research projects they have been developing since September. Their dedication, curiosity, and hard work truly paid off.
👏 Congratulations to:
Sophia Ma
• First Place – Middle School Zoology
• Best in Category Award
• Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Award
Ankana Ghosh
• First Place – Computer Science
• Best in Category Award
• Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Award (Computer Science)
We are so proud of these students for their commitment to learning and for representing GV with excellence. Their achievements reflect the strength of our STEM programs and the passion of our students.
#GVfeeling #STEMexcellence #GVproud
Two GVMS students recently participated in the DCIU STEM Competition, where they presented research projects they have been developing since September. Their dedication, curiosity, and hard work truly paid off.
👏 Congratulations to:
Sophia Ma
• First Place – Middle School Zoology
• Best in Category Award
• Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Award
Ankana Ghosh
• First Place – Computer Science
• Best in Category Award
• Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Award (Computer Science)
We are so proud of these students for their commitment to learning and for representing GV with excellence. Their achievements reflect the strength of our STEM programs and the passion of our students.
#GVfeeling #STEMexcellence #GVproud
South Asian Student Association is excited to invite our community to our annual Holi celebration on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at John T. Adkinson Park, 1535 Naamans Creek Rd, Garnet Valley, PA 19060.
Holi is a joyful South Asian holiday that celebrates spring with colored powder, music, sweets, and time together. This event is free and open to everyone, and we encourage families and friends in the area to join us.
Please register here so we can get an accurate headcount: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0b7A1qaJYMLC4PnmdzNbq_UNkYvoQn-SE17EWhANa56iIFg/viewform
Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
#GVfeeling #HoliCelebration #CommunityEvent #SouthAsianStudentAssociation
Holi is a joyful South Asian holiday that celebrates spring with colored powder, music, sweets, and time together. This event is free and open to everyone, and we encourage families and friends in the area to join us.
Please register here so we can get an accurate headcount: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0b7A1qaJYMLC4PnmdzNbq_UNkYvoQn-SE17EWhANa56iIFg/viewform
Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
#GVfeeling #HoliCelebration #CommunityEvent #SouthAsianStudentAssociation
CUT🎬 The Oscars may have been last week, but learners in Miss Walsh's 7th grade ELA class put on quite the display with their acting and directing skills, recreating scenes from their favorite Edgar Allan Poe stories!
GV is celebrating World Down Syndrome Day by “Rocking Our Socks”!
While March 21st is recognized globally, our students and staff showed their support a little early today by wearing bright, bold, and mismatched socks. This fun tradition helps spark important conversations about inclusion, acceptance, and celebrating what makes each of us unique.
World Down Syndrome Day is observed on 3/21 to represent the triplication of the 21st chromosome. The “Rock Your Socks” campaign is a simple yet powerful way to raise awareness and show support for individuals with Down syndrome.
We are proud of our GV community for coming together to spread kindness, understanding, and inclusion—one colorful sock at a time! 💛💙
#GVfeeling #RockYourSocks #InclusionMatters #CelebrateDifferences
🌷🐰 Concord Township is hosting a community Easter Egg Hunt filled with crafts, snacks, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny. Be sure to bring a basket and enjoy a morning of springtime fun!
📅 Saturday, March 28
⏰ 11:00 AM sharp
📍 Bush Hill Farm
30 Bethel Road, Glen Mills
🌧 Rain date: Sunday, March 29 at 1:00 PM
This is a great opportunity for families to connect, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate together.
Please note: Garnet Valley School District is not affiliated with or endorsing this event. We are sharing for community awareness.
#GVfeeling #CommunityConnections #FamilyFun #SpringEvents
📅 Saturday, March 28
⏰ 11:00 AM sharp
📍 Bush Hill Farm
30 Bethel Road, Glen Mills
🌧 Rain date: Sunday, March 29 at 1:00 PM
This is a great opportunity for families to connect, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate together.
Please note: Garnet Valley School District is not affiliated with or endorsing this event. We are sharing for community awareness.
#GVfeeling #CommunityConnections #FamilyFun #SpringEvents
🏆🔬 Congratulations to the GVHS Science Olympiad team! At last Friday’s Regionals competition they achieved the best performance in school history. The team won the most medals our school has ever earned, plus the highest number of gold medals and the highest number of silver medals.
Please join us in congratulating these teachers and students for their focus, teamwork, and long hours of preparation.
1st: Bungee Drop - Jerry Huang and Ekansh Agarwal
1st: Designer Genes - Saiteja Pobbala and Anisha Gowtham Srinivas
1st: Disease Detectives - Nicholas Burkat and Jerry Huang
1st: Helicopter - Rohit Rajagopalan
1st: Robot Tour - Ved Maru and Ekansh Agarwal
2nd: Boomilever - Rohit Rajagopalan
2nd: Electric Vehicle - Ved Maru and Ekansh Agarwal
2nd: Engineering CAD - Evan Patel and Rohit Rajagopalan
2nd: Experimental Design - Ekansh Agarwal, Shreya Bose, and Ved Maru
2nd: Hovercraft - Ved Maru and Rohit Rajagopalan
2nd: Machines - Rohit Rajagopalan and Ekansh Agarwal
3rd: Anatomy and Physiology - Nicholas Burkat and Saiteja Pobbala
3rd: Chemistry Lab - Aditya Parab and Jerry Huang
4th: Dynamic Planet - Saharsh Narasingolu and Atharva Kanase
4th: Forensics - Anisha Gowtham Srinivas and Aditya Parab
5th: Astronomy - Manas Goyal and Darsh Singhvi
5th: Materials Science - Jerry Huang and Manas Goyal
5th: Rocks and Minerals - Aditya Parab and Zelia Mardjoko
#GVfeeling #ScienceOlympiad #GVproud
Please join us in congratulating these teachers and students for their focus, teamwork, and long hours of preparation.
1st: Bungee Drop - Jerry Huang and Ekansh Agarwal
1st: Designer Genes - Saiteja Pobbala and Anisha Gowtham Srinivas
1st: Disease Detectives - Nicholas Burkat and Jerry Huang
1st: Helicopter - Rohit Rajagopalan
1st: Robot Tour - Ved Maru and Ekansh Agarwal
2nd: Boomilever - Rohit Rajagopalan
2nd: Electric Vehicle - Ved Maru and Ekansh Agarwal
2nd: Engineering CAD - Evan Patel and Rohit Rajagopalan
2nd: Experimental Design - Ekansh Agarwal, Shreya Bose, and Ved Maru
2nd: Hovercraft - Ved Maru and Rohit Rajagopalan
2nd: Machines - Rohit Rajagopalan and Ekansh Agarwal
3rd: Anatomy and Physiology - Nicholas Burkat and Saiteja Pobbala
3rd: Chemistry Lab - Aditya Parab and Jerry Huang
4th: Dynamic Planet - Saharsh Narasingolu and Atharva Kanase
4th: Forensics - Anisha Gowtham Srinivas and Aditya Parab
5th: Astronomy - Manas Goyal and Darsh Singhvi
5th: Materials Science - Jerry Huang and Manas Goyal
5th: Rocks and Minerals - Aditya Parab and Zelia Mardjoko
#GVfeeling #ScienceOlympiad #GVproud
🏃♂️💙 Join the community for the 21st Annual 5K Run / Walk supporting suicide prevention awareness.
📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
📍 Ridley Creek State Park – Pavilion 11A/B
351 Gradyville Rd, Newtown Square, PA
⏰ Race begins at 9:30 a.m. (Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.)
🌧️ Rain or Shine
Participants will follow a paved trail with multiple hills while coming together to raise awareness and support suicide prevention efforts in our community.
Registration includes a T-shirt, snacks, and water.
Registration Options:
• Pre-registration: $25 individual
• Teams of 5 or more: $20 per person
• Student teams (ages 12–19), 5 or more: $10 per person
• On-site registration: $30
Register online at: www.runtheday.com
For more information:
📞 (610) 209-0112
📧 KueblerL@co.delaware.pa.us
🌐 www.delcosuicideprevention.org
Garnet Valley School District is sharing this event to support community awareness.
#GVfeeling #CommunitySupport #MentalHealthAwareness
📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
📍 Ridley Creek State Park – Pavilion 11A/B
351 Gradyville Rd, Newtown Square, PA
⏰ Race begins at 9:30 a.m. (Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.)
🌧️ Rain or Shine
Participants will follow a paved trail with multiple hills while coming together to raise awareness and support suicide prevention efforts in our community.
Registration includes a T-shirt, snacks, and water.
Registration Options:
• Pre-registration: $25 individual
• Teams of 5 or more: $20 per person
• Student teams (ages 12–19), 5 or more: $10 per person
• On-site registration: $30
Register online at: www.runtheday.com
For more information:
📞 (610) 209-0112
📧 KueblerL@co.delaware.pa.us
🌐 www.delcosuicideprevention.org
Garnet Valley School District is sharing this event to support community awareness.
#GVfeeling #CommunitySupport #MentalHealthAwareness
🎉 Congratulations, Mrs. Smith! 🎉
This morning, Mrs. Smith, a third grade teacher at Bethel Springs Elementary, was surprised in her classroom with the Citadel Heart of Learning Award! Her students and colleagues celebrated as the award was presented right where she does what she loves most—teaching and inspiring young learners every day.
The Citadel Heart of Learning Award recognizes outstanding educators who demonstrate exceptional dedication, passion, and impact in the classroom.
Thank you, Mrs. Smith, for the heart you bring to Bethel Springs and for making a difference in the lives of your students! 💙📚 #GVFeeling @citadelcreditunion
This morning, Mrs. Smith, a third grade teacher at Bethel Springs Elementary, was surprised in her classroom with the Citadel Heart of Learning Award! Her students and colleagues celebrated as the award was presented right where she does what she loves most—teaching and inspiring young learners every day.
The Citadel Heart of Learning Award recognizes outstanding educators who demonstrate exceptional dedication, passion, and impact in the classroom.
Thank you, Mrs. Smith, for the heart you bring to Bethel Springs and for making a difference in the lives of your students! 💙📚 #GVFeeling @citadelcreditunion
Students in Mrs. Rick's 7th Grade Science class used Magic School Student to support their learning about organisms. Ss first used RAINA to gather 10 traits of an organism or their choosing, then partnered up and added traits and characteristics of two organisms into a hybrid animal!
The Bethel Springs 2nd Grade Wax Museum was a huge success!
Our second graders transformed into famous figures from history, sports, science, the arts, and beyond. Each student selected a notable individual, studied their life and accomplishments, and created a speech based on their findings.
Families were invited to tour the “exhibits” as special guests. When visitors stopped and pressed the red button, the living statues came to life; delivering their speeches while staying fully in character.
With the guidance and support of their dedicated teachers and classroom paraprofessionals, students demonstrated strong research skills and creativity. We are so proud of the effort, focus, and enthusiasm they showed throughout this memorable experience.
Awesome job to our outstanding 2nd graders for bringing history to life!
#GVfeeling #BethelSprings #FutureLeaders #GVproud
🐾🌎 Our 1st graders welcomed families to celebrate their learning from the Animals and Habitats unit!
Students proudly shared digital books, creative habitat dioramas, and AI-generated images that brought their research to life. It was wonderful to see them confidently explain how animals survive and thrive in different environments.
We’re so proud of our young Jaguars! 🐆✨
Students proudly shared digital books, creative habitat dioramas, and AI-generated images that brought their research to life. It was wonderful to see them confidently explain how animals survive and thrive in different environments.
We’re so proud of our young Jaguars! 🐆✨
🧸👕 Spring Children’s Clothing Turnabout at Elam UMC 👟🧥
Elam United Methodist Church is hosting its Spring Children’s Clothing Turnabout Consignment Sale — a community event where families can buy and sell gently used children’s clothing, toys, and more.
It’s a great opportunity to save money, share resources, and connect with other local families.
📍 Location: Pierce Family Life Center
Elam United Methodist Church
1073 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills
📅 Event Schedule:
• Consign: Thursday, April 23 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
• Shop: Friday, April 24 | 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Shop: Saturday, April 25 | 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
• Pick-Up Unsold Items: Saturday, April 25 | 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Volunteers are also needed for set-up and sale days. To volunteer or ask questions, contact Jackie Brandt at Jackie_Brandt@live.com.
For more information, visit: https://elamumc.org/childrens_turnabout
Please note: Garnet Valley School District is not affiliated with this organization. This post is shared for informational purposes only. The district does not endorse any specific organization.
Elam United Methodist Church is hosting its Spring Children’s Clothing Turnabout Consignment Sale — a community event where families can buy and sell gently used children’s clothing, toys, and more.
It’s a great opportunity to save money, share resources, and connect with other local families.
📍 Location: Pierce Family Life Center
Elam United Methodist Church
1073 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills
📅 Event Schedule:
• Consign: Thursday, April 23 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
• Shop: Friday, April 24 | 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Shop: Saturday, April 25 | 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
• Pick-Up Unsold Items: Saturday, April 25 | 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Volunteers are also needed for set-up and sale days. To volunteer or ask questions, contact Jackie Brandt at Jackie_Brandt@live.com.
For more information, visit: https://elamumc.org/childrens_turnabout
Please note: Garnet Valley School District is not affiliated with this organization. This post is shared for informational purposes only. The district does not endorse any specific organization.
📱✨ Screen Smart GV in Action at Bethel Springs Elementary! ✨📱
Our K–2 students at Bethel Springs Elementary recently participated in Screen Smart GV, an engaging and interactive presentation led by Julie Devine and Garnet Valley High School students.
Together, they explored important topics such as digital footprints, safe technology use, and what it means to be a responsible digital citizen.
Our youngest Jaguars eagerly raised their hands to answer questions, shared thoughtful ideas about balancing screen time, and demonstrated a strong understanding of how to make smart choices online. It was inspiring to see our high school students modeling leadership while empowering elementary learners with the tools they need to navigate today’s digital world safely and confidently.
Thank you to Julie Devine and our GVHS presenters for supporting responsible technology use across our district!
#GVfeeling #ScreenSmartGV #DigitalCitizenship #JagsLead
Our K–2 students at Bethel Springs Elementary recently participated in Screen Smart GV, an engaging and interactive presentation led by Julie Devine and Garnet Valley High School students.
Together, they explored important topics such as digital footprints, safe technology use, and what it means to be a responsible digital citizen.
Our youngest Jaguars eagerly raised their hands to answer questions, shared thoughtful ideas about balancing screen time, and demonstrated a strong understanding of how to make smart choices online. It was inspiring to see our high school students modeling leadership while empowering elementary learners with the tools they need to navigate today’s digital world safely and confidently.
Thank you to Julie Devine and our GVHS presenters for supporting responsible technology use across our district!
#GVfeeling #ScreenSmartGV #DigitalCitizenship #JagsLead
Exciting 3d Prints for our CKLA Units!
Today, teachers at Bethel Springs Elementary participated in an AI Pop-Up Professional Learning session focused on using artificial intelligence (AI) thoughtfully and responsibly to support their work. Our instructional coaches led various stations that explored practical ways AI can enhance lesson design, streamline planning, analyze student data, and personalize learning while keeping student thinking and strong instruction at the center. We’re proud of our educators for continuing to grow, adapt, and explore tools that help them better serve our students. Learning never stops in Garnet Valley, especially for our teachers! ☘️
