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Welcome to James Gettys Elementary School!
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What's Happening at JGE
![Blue lunch tray with sandwich, carrots, apple, grapes, and milk.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787673963/gettysburgk12paus/l4szr5cmpcn9jtaam2iq/FreeandReducedMealApplications.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787673963/gettysburgk12paus/l4szr5cmpcn9jtaam2iq/FreeandReducedMealApplications.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787673963/gettysburgk12paus/l4szr5cmpcn9jtaam2iq/FreeandReducedMealApplications.png","width":800}])
Whether you're renewing your benefits, new to the district, or applying for the first time, now is the time to get your application in!
![Superintendent Dr. Matzner and Assistant Superintendent Dr. McFarland stand in the ice cream shop window, waiting to deliver orders.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782232173/gettysburgk12paus/urcldmu6en97rs2jigw2/GettheScoopwiththeSuperintendents.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782232173/gettysburgk12paus/urcldmu6en97rs2jigw2/GettheScoopwiththeSuperintendents.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782232173/gettysburgk12paus/urcldmu6en97rs2jigw2/GettheScoopwiththeSuperintendents.png","width":800}])
Dr. Jeffrey Matzner and Dr. Matthew McFarland will serve as celebrity scoopers Aug. 12 at Mr. G's.
![GASD Superintendent Dr. Matzner and Food Service Director Nicholas Milone smile in front of a poster for the Summer Food Service Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780404061/gettysburgk12paus/riebzzpv23ytlk92x3s5/GASDSummerFoodServiceProgram.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780404061/gettysburgk12paus/riebzzpv23ytlk92x3s5/GASDSummerFoodServiceProgram.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780404061/gettysburgk12paus/riebzzpv23ytlk92x3s5/GASDSummerFoodServiceProgram.png","width":800}])
The program will run Monday through Thursday from June 17 through August 6 at Gettysburg Area Middle School.
![Eight retiring staff members smile with Superintendent Dr. Matzner in a graphic with the arrowhead logo in the center bottom.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780418966/gettysburgk12paus/t5nfsfhlewifxtnudnfe/GASDRetirees.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780418966/gettysburgk12paus/t5nfsfhlewifxtnudnfe/GASDRetirees.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780418966/gettysburgk12paus/t5nfsfhlewifxtnudnfe/GASDRetirees.png","width":800}])
GASD staff members were recognized at the GASD Board of Education Study Session/Voting Meeting on Monday.
![Amazing Warriors]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773946585/gettysburgk12paus/uiao6mfaac4x057ysqmn/Amazingwarrior2ndCanva.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773946585/gettysburgk12paus/uiao6mfaac4x057ysqmn/Amazingwarrior2ndCanva.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773946585/gettysburgk12paus/uiao6mfaac4x057ysqmn/Amazingwarrior2ndCanva.png","width":800}])
Learn More
about Amazing Warriors
![Laptop with screen showing the district Student Registration webpage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772463231/gettysburgk12paus/ir1g7g5cqjpsxtifgv8b/Registration2026-2027.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772463231/gettysburgk12paus/ir1g7g5cqjpsxtifgv8b/Registration2026-2027.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772463231/gettysburgk12paus/ir1g7g5cqjpsxtifgv8b/Registration2026-2027.png","width":800}])
Registration for all grades for the 2026-27 school year has officially opened!
Important Dates
September 1
T-Shirt Tuesday
September 7
No School - Labor Day
September 9
Workout Wednesday
PTO Meeting at 6:30 in the James Gettys Library
September 17
Theme Thursday - Pattern Day
September 21
No School, Professional Development
September 22
Kindergarten Field Trip to Hollabaugh Apple Orchard
September 25
3rd Grade Field Trip to Strawberry Hill
Kindergarten Apple Day
Wear your JGE/Warrior Shirt
September 28
Mobile Dentist
October 7
Fall Picture Day