Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)

GCDC’s Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is equivalent to what many may refer to as a school’s PTA. GCDC’s PAC is an excellent way to become involved in activities that support our school. Every GCDC Member (enrolled or wait listed) can attend and support GCDC’s PAC. The more support provided, the better for our school. PAC meetings are held monthly and are lead by the Parent Association’s Vice President. Bring your lunch and join in the conversation.
GCDC Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meetings
Noon-1 p.m.
Open to all Members
GSFC/GEWA Recreation Center
POC: Jolena Crawford
Draft Agenda For the 2016-2017 School Year
  • September 13--Kick Off Meeting.  All about GCDC and the Role of the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC).
  • October 19--Spring Fling Discussion/Planning
  • November 9--“Who’s in charge in our house? “This is a great and helpful question to consider as a family.  If it feels like the child is in charge in your house, you are not alone!  The issue of authority in a household can become a challenge.  Often, children want things to go their way and when they do not, look out for a struggle!  In this workshop, we will talk about strategies for keeping the adults in charge in your household and why this is important for children.  Angie Antoniak, LCSW-C, The Parenting Center and the BEST program, Anne Arundel Community College
  • January 11--Defiance, Tantrums, Aggression, Oh My! Effectively Coping with Challenging Behaviors. Defiance, opposition, tantrums, and other challenging behaviors are a natural part of the development process as children learn to cope with difficult feelings and learn to accept limits.  This workshop will focus on how to tune in to the underlying meaning of your child’s behavior and how to respond in ways that help your child learn to cope in positive, pro-social ways.  Clair Lerner, LICSW 
  • February 8—General Meeting: Staff and Teacher Appreciation Week (STAW) Planning: Kick-Off for this year’s planning.   Review 2017 feedback.  Recruit 2018 planning committee. Kindergarten Overview by Ms. Elycia Chew, GCDC Kindergarten Teacher
  • March 8-- Early Math Matters. This presentation will highlight the critical role of early mathematics for children’s long-term mathematics achievement and beyond.  We will discuss what foundational math knowledge is important for young children.  We will also discuss ideas for fun and engaging mathematics games and activities that can be incorporated at home. Dr. Ramani, Associate Professor in the Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology at the University of Maryland, College Park
  • April 12--STAW Planning/GEWA Spring Fling Planning.   GEWA would like to partner with GCDC to host a Spring Fling at the Rec Center
  • May1-4 Staff and Teacher Appreciation Week (STAW)
  • May 10—GEWA GCDC Spring Fling