Welcome to Gwyneth Ham Elementary School, home of the Rams! We are located in Yuma Arizona, the third fastest growing area in the United States. We experience beautiful weather nine months out of the year, a wonderful reward for experiencing the desert's natural heat. We also have a great water resource, the Colorado River, which meanders its way nearby, giving beauty to our city and school's surroundings.

Students and teachers at Gwyneth Ham work hard and diligently. We love to learn every day. We're proud to be a performing school, according to the AZ Department of Education. This means we are consistently meeting educational expectations every year. 

We encourage you to spend some time here with us Rams. Get to know us and call us if you have any questions. Just check our calendar events or read about parent involvement and other news and event items. Read our FAQ page for a list of commonly asked questions. We're glad to have you with us. Go Rams!

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Happy 2012! I hope everyone’s new year is off to a great start. 

We have winter benchmark testing for DIBELS from January 10–24, 2012. The students have been working hard all year to reach their benchmark goal. Encourage your child to do his/her best! 

It has been said that a goal is “a dream with a deadline.” Educators know that one of the best ways to give children the motivation to reach their dreams is by teaching them how to set achievable goals. Here are the steps you can use at home to teach your child how to reach their goals in doing chores, getting ready for school on time, doing homework, or achieving better grades.

First you must choose an attainable goal.  

1. Write the goal.
2. Brainstorm strategies to reach the goal.
3. Check progress.
4. Look for lessons in both success and failure.
5. Celebrate progress...and set another goal.

Finally, here are some encouraging things to tell your child while he/she is working toward a goal: practice makes perfect. We’re all on the same team. Be a cheerleader for your child, and also be sure to stay in touch with your child’s teacher. Together, we can all achieve more.

Once again, I thank you for your support and partnership in educating your child. We appreciate your involvement.  

Sincerely,

Ms. Rebecca Kuechel, Principal