James Slay

Husband, Father, and Educator.

[Jessica Holman @MsJHolman]

Something magical happens whenever I can link up with @JamesSlay7 and @MrSmith_LES ! 💚🖤 My forever @GMASteam brothers! I’m so proud of their accomplishments! #lovemyboys

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Read across America celebrates the birth of Theodor Geisel aka Dr. Suess. We were privileged to have Mayor Glenn Jacobs come to the mightiest school in KCS to help us celebrate! #GapCreekEl @KCSReg3Director @WatsonKCS @GlennJacobsTN @KnoxSchools

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Great news: Gap Creek Elementary has received the “Reward School” designation from @TNedu! This is the state’s highest designation, and recognizes achievement and growth gains for all students and student groups. Congratulations to our amazing teachers, students, and staff!

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Excellent PLC focused on math data and using it to guide instruction! @KCSReg3Director @WatsonKCS

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Grandparents' Day was a Hit! I can't wait for Thanksgiving🥰 #LetsGrowTogether

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

James Slay finds school family at Gap Creek https://t.co/ALEhkjoiHb

This is a very special place!

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

I'd love to see you there tomorrow!

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Congrats Cyd!! We are super proud of you!! #UTGrad2023

[Katy Reasor @KatyReasor]

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[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Next week's reminder:

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Tomorrow is Coffee with the Principal! This is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and for you to share concerns that you may have. If you come early (7:35), you may get to participate in our musical chairs events. I'd love to see you there! Coffee & donuts are on me!

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Our first graders have worked extremely hard on their technology essays! Can you believe that they’re writing essays already? Ms. Lancaster has them ready for anything! #GapCreekSuperstars ⁦@KCSSuper⁩ ⁦@KCSReg3Director⁩ ⁦@WatsonKCS⁩ ⁦@kalan_lancaster⁩

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Help me to congratulate Gap Creek’s Teacher of the Year, Mr. Jeff Johnson!🎉🎊

[Megan ODell @KCSReg3Director]

K-2 Teachers at Gap Creek Elementary are creating Mastery Connect Assessments for their classes today! #KCSRegion3 #standardsbased @WatsonKCS @JamesSlay7

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Early Release Day will be next week! Here's what we're focusing on at the Creek! Attendance is super important! Plus, they may miss a fun activity!

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Just wanted to thank Dr. Ryswyk for trusting me to lead Gap Creek Elementary and Megan and Tommy for their unyielding support! I absolutely love being a part of this amazing community. #firstsemester @KCSSuper @KCSReg3Director @WatsonKCS

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

This is going to be fabulous!! I hope to see you there!

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Start next week off right! I hope to see you there!

[James Slay @JamesSlay7]

Next Wednesday is our Early Release Day!