MJT Weekly

1/31/25

This Week's Updates
MJT
A Wintery Day at MJT
Principal Taylor
Principal Breanne Taylor

Dear MJT Families,

You should be receiving your child’s second quarter report card in their folders today.  Please look it over, and reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any questions.  

On Monday, we will be having a visit from the company Learnin' the Ropes.  This is a not for profit company that travels all over the country to perform for schools.  Through the use of jump ropes, they promote physical fitness and healthy lifestyles, while putting on a very entertaining show for the students!  Please visit the website below to learn more information. https://www.learnintheropes.com/

This assembly will help us to officially kick off our Kids Heart Challenge to promote healthy living!  I want to extend a very big thank you to our PE teacher, Miss Smith, for setting this challenge up for us. 

Heart Health Information was sent home last week, and your student can ask for donations from sponsors, which help them to get closer to Finn’s Challenge!  Please see the attached document below in case you missed it.

Please don't forget to review our school and community resources below for more wonderful opportunities.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Taylor

Principal, Mary J. Tanner

518-642-1051 Ext. 4201

February Heart Hero Challenge

heart hero challenge

Reminders

Dismissal Plans

If your child will need a different dismissal plan than usual, please be sure to send in a note in the morning, or to give the main office a call prior to 12:00.  This ensures that dismissal can go smoothly for your student.  

***Pack a Snack***

Please pack a filling afternoon snack for your children, thank you! Click this link for some helpful tips about when kids should snack and simple snack ideas.

Why Being on Time Matters

Please make every effort to ensure that your child is at school by 9:00.  Consistent or frequent tardiness can cause students to fall behind quickly, and it makes it hard for them to learn reading, math and make friends.  Students will be marked tardy if they arrive after 9:00.  Likewise, frequently picking students up before the end of their scheduled day can cause them to fall behind and feel discouraged as well.

***Winter Weather and Recess***

Please be sure your child is prepared for outdoor recess by bringing appropriate outerwear like boots, hats, gloves and snow pants or extra pants. If providing winter clothing presents a challenge, please reach out to the school for support—we are happy to assist with any needs.

*** Does Your Child Need Extra Support? ***

Please do not hesitate to contact your student's teacher and ask for assistance and resources that you can do at home. Here is our staff directory.

Classroom Fun

Ag visit
Mrs. Hoffman's class enjoying a visit with new friends in the Jr/Sr High
Mrs. Hoffman's Class visits the Jr/Sr High Ag Class
Mrs. Hoffman's class visits the Jr/Sr High Agricultural Science class

Upcoming Events

  • UPK Registration is Open for UPK for 2025 - 2026 School Year - Please contact our district Registrar, Bridget Liebig at bliebig@granvillecsd.org. 

    If your student turns four by December 1, 2025, they are eligible! 

    This is a full day program that runs from 8:35-2:30 here at MJT.  Transportation is not provided by the district for UPK students.

  • 1/31 - Report Cards Sent Home

  • 1/31 - Due Today: Sign up your PreK and Kindergarten student for the PTO Snowflake Shake Family Fun Dance. All the details are here.

  • 2/4 - Community Resource: Substance Abuse Help for Families - Free Weekly Zoom Meetings in February through the CMC: Foundation for Change on their "Invitation to Change Approach". For those with loved ones struggling with substance abuse. Free to NYS families. Learn more here.

  • 2/7 - Snowflake Shake - Family Fun Dance for PreK and K

  • 2/8 - Basket Party - Hosted by the Jr/Sr High Music Booster Association - All Proceeds support the Jr/Sr High Music Program Details Here

  • 2/10 - Board of Education Meeting 6pm, HS Library

  • 2/12 - PTO Meeting 6pm, GES Cafe

  • 2/17 - 2/21 - NO SCHOOL - Mid-Winter Recess (Here is more information about the PTO Sponsored Bowling at Slate Valley Lanes during winter break)

  • 2/28 - PTO Book Bingo 6pm, GES Details here.

District Calendar for All Schools - Updated Weekly!

Here is where to view it on our website. Here is where to view it on the district app.

Principal Taylor with MJT students talking about bus safety
Principal Taylor and Students

School Tips

Need extra help? The first step is to contact your teacher. Send them an email or call. Here is the Staff Directory.


Website help? Try the A-Z communications page here.


Need a resource? Parenting, mental health, attendance, school, etc. Try our community school page here.


Who to contact? Try our District Contact Guide here.

School Resources

Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program - Twice per week, fresh fruits and vegetables are brought to our classrooms. Students have the opportunity to explore new healthy foods and enjoy the excitement of discovering the treats offered.

Free Breakfast and Lunch Each Day - Arrive 15 minutes early to school and come enjoy a relaxing breakfast before school starts. No registration needed.

Parent Rooms - Family-Teacher Chat all in the mobile Granville CSD App. Learn more about Parent Rooms at this link.

eSchool Parent Portal - This is where to check your child's grades, attendance, and tardies.

Come Cheer On Our Teams - Attend a Jr/Sr High Home Game with your family for a fun, free outing. Here is the link to the game schedule.

JRSR High Walking Program - Need a warm, safe place to walk? You are invited to walk the halls of the Jr/Sr High in the evenings. Here is the link to all the details.

Heart Hero Tips from P.E. Teacher, Miss Smith

Healthy living tips for good attendance hand out

Community Resources

The PTO February Newsletter - Here is the link to the newsletter.

Families and Substance Abuse - Free Weekly Zoom Meetings in February through the CMC: Foundation for Change on their "Invitation to Change Approach". For those with loved ones struggling with substance abuse. Free to NYS families. Learn more here.

Discover Granville NY.com - Outdoor recreation and local events

Youth Programs - This Granville CSD Athletics webpage now includes local Youth Program Information for grades K - 6.

The Pember Library in Granville - Get a free library card, free books, movies, free wi-fi and computer use, access to the free Libby app for hundreds of free audiobooks, ebooks and more. Here is a link to the library to learn more. Here is the link to the Libby app.

Other Granville Resources - Here is the link to local food pantries and more.

Contact Info

Mary J. Tanner Primary School

9593 State Route 22

Granville, NY 12832

Phone: 518-642-1051

Fax: 518-642-9594

School Nurse: Jennifer Blais 518-642-1051 Ext. 4204

School Social Worker: Andrea Smith 518-642-1051Ext. 4205

School Psychologist: Renee Forbes 518-642-1051 Ext. 4147


Here is the link to the District Calendar on our website.

Here is the link to the District App.

Follow Granville CSD on Facebook Here.