Grade level concerts were one of the activities on Grandfriends' Day.
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November 7, 2024 — Grandfriends’ Day is a long-standing and popular Shirley Hills Primary School tradition. Hundreds of special guests visited students on Nov. 1. The event is called “Grandfriends’ Day” to encourage students to invite a friend or neighbor if their grandparents live far away or are not able to attend the event geared at the youngsters’ older friends. This event is always one of the highlights of the year for Shirley Hills students, staff, and families. 

“It was another record turnout, as Shirley Hills hosted hundreds of guests throughout the day as a way to connect our school, students and families together,” said Principal Scott Eidsness. “Shirley Hills truly enjoys making these connections as we know there are so many important adults in the lives of our students.”

The well-orchestrated schedule included wonderful grade-level vocal concerts, which showcased the talents of the Shirley Hills students. Grandparents and special guests had the opportunity to visit the classrooms to see what their students were learning and participate in some special projects. They also had the chance to take part in a book fair in the media center.

“Music teacher Melissa Bray always does an amazing job having five concerts in one day, and our students always perform so well for their special audience,” said Eidsness.

Students and staff also take the opportunity to honor the veterans in attendance as Grandfriends’ Day always occurs close to Veterans Day.

“We are happy to host and show these important people the great work and talents of our students,” said Eidsness. “This is really one of our favorite days of the year.”