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Originally delivered on 10/1/2025 1:51 pm

SUBJECT: October Newsletter: Falling into Fall!

OCTOBER 2025 NEWSLETTER
A MESSAGE FROM OUR SCA CO-PRESIDENTS

Dear GWL Families,

It has been a great start to the school year! And now, with Fall upon us, there are more exciting events ahead. On Oct. 21st, support the 5th grade by attending the Islanders game at UBS Arena. On Oct. 24th, we hope to see you at the annual SCA sponsored Trunk or Treat event held at Tappen Beach Marina. Decorate your trunk, dress up, donate candy and join us for what is sure to be a boo-tastic good time! We will continue to celebrate at the Halloween parade on Oct. 31st at 2pm in front of GWL. 

We encourage everyone to join us for our October SCA member meeting on Tuesday, October 14th at 7:30pm at La Spezia located at 400 Glen Cove Ave in Sea Cliff. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear about what is happening in our school, learn how you can become more involved, and meet other parents. The SCA plays an integral role in the additional enrichment programs our children enjoy throughout the year and it can only happen with community support and involvement. At the member meeting, we will be voting on the 2025-2026 SCA budget. There will be appetizers, a complimentary glass of wine, and a cash bar. We look forward to seeing you there! 

Scroll down for details and information regarding the exciting things happening in October as well as updates and information regarding all the things the SCA had been doing and sponsoring! 

Warm Regards,

Serena Mooney & Nicole Muia

What's The SCA Been Up To?


  • Organized the EPI School Supply Fundraiser
  • Organized the Square 1 Art Fundraiser
  • Organized the Adventureland Fundraiser
  • Gifted the Students Folders and/or Planners
  • Gifted the Teachers Welcome Back Teacher Pay Teacher Gift Cards
  • Hosted the Kindergarten Meet and Greet
  • Organized the School & Family Photo Days Fundraiser
  • Organized the Boosterthon Fundraiser
  • Sponsored Grade Level Enrichment Programs:
    • 4th gr-Journey into Indian Territory
Upcoming Events
Thursday, October 2
School Closed
Friday, October 3
Spirit Day
Monday, October 13
School Closed
Tuesday, October 14
7:30p SCA Member Meeting
Saturday, October 18
10:00a Homecoming - Go Vikings!
Monday, October 20
School Closed
Friday, October 24
4:00p Trunk or Treat 👻🎃
Saturday, October 25
GWL Family Photo Day
Friday, October 31
2:00p Halloween Parade 🎃👻
HOMECOMING IS COMING!!!

Come on down to celebrate this year's North Shore School District Homecoming on Saturday, October, 18, 2025!

The festivities start at 10am with the K-12 Carnival

Stay for the pre-game fanfest and get pumped up to cheer on the North Shore Vikings Football Team! 

Game starts at 2pm!  

AND DON'T FORGET SPIRIT WEEK LEADING UP TO HOMECOMING - STARTS OCTOBER 14TH!  Stay tuned for more information!

GWL Family Photo Day!

Family Photo Day with Photography By Felicia just in time for the holidays!

Saturday October 25, 2025 & Sunday, October 26th

Click HERE for information on how to reserve your spot.

REGISTER TO HOST A TRUNK:  HERE

SIGN UP TO HOST A TRUNK/DONATE CANDY:  HERE

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER TO DECORATE FOR THE PARADE

📚 COMING SOON 📚

Square 1 Art is in full effect with Ms. Moran working with the students on their art! 

Be on the lookout for the order forms coming soon.

They make great holiday gifts!

Any questions please contact Serena Mooney at smooney.gwlsca@gmail.com

The GWL SCA Thanks You!


GWL Thank Yous....

Thank you to Serena Mooney for chairing and Jen Cenatiempo, Nicole Muia, Jackie Furino & Michelle Donofrio for delivering the EPI school supply deliveries to the classrooms!


Thank you to Serena Mooney and Jackie Furino for chairing the adorable Kindergarten Meet & Greet!


Thank you to Anna Carfagno for all her hard work on chairing the successful Boosterthon Fundraiser/Fun Run.

Thank you to Jen Cenatiempo for chairing our Spiritwear Committee and running the pop up sales!


Thank you to Nicole Muia for chairing the family fun Adventureland event!

Thank you to Katie EsernioDiana Mueller for creating an amazing SCA Birthday Wall!

Thank you to Salvatore Imbriano Landscaping (The Imbriano Family) for donating and planting the beautiful flowers and plants in front of our school! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!


Thank you to our Class Parents for volunteering their time this year! 

SCA Committee Sign Up

Sign up to chair or volunteer for a SCA event or fundraiser! Questions about volunteer opportunities? 

Email our Volunteer Coordinator, Maryann Hojnowski at mhojnowski.gwlsca@gmail.com

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