MJT Weekly

2/28/25

This Week's Updates
winter at MJT
Winter Day at MJT
Principal Taylor
Principal Breanne Taylor

Dear MJT Families,

Do you know someone who is ready for Preschool?

Please see our district website for information pertaining to UPK and Kindergarten Registration. 

All registration questions can be directed to Bridget Liebig at bliebig@granvillecsd.org, or 518-642-1051 ext. 1309. 

Please direct any specific questions as they may relate to the programs to me at btaylor@granvillecsd.org or 518-462-9460 ext 4201.

Have a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Taylor

Principal, Mary J. Tanner

518-642-1051 Ext. 4201

pto spirit week daily themes march 2025

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. Here is the Community School page with bonus resources for academics and more.

MJT Fun for the 100th Day of School

Thank you to students, teachers and staff for having fun and dressing up as a 100 year old person. Students enjoyed a parade and lots of laughs.

100 Days Smarter - 100 Day Parade Pictures at MJT
Students dressed up as 100 year olds!
100 Days Smarter - 100 Day Parade Pictures at MJT
Principal Taylor Celebrating 100th Day of School
Staff Dressed Up too!
Staff dressed up too!

Upcoming Events

  • Preschool Registration is Open for the 2025 - 2026 School Year - Details here.

  • 2/28 - Tonight! PTO Book Bingo 6pm, GES, Grades 1 - 4,. No registration required. Join us!

  • 3/3 - 3/8 - PTO "Read Across America Spirit Week" with Daily Dress Up Themes

  • 3/6 - Spirit Night at the Jr/Sr High - District families invited to come watch grades 6-12 play silly competitive games with staff. PTO Concession stand with pizza, candy and drinks will be available.

  • 3/10 - Board of Education Meeting, 6pm, HS Library

  • 3/12 - PTO Meeting, 6pm, GES

  • 3/14 - NO SCHOOL: Superintendent's Conference Day

  • 3/24 - Board of Education Budget Workshop and Meeting, 6pm, HS Library

  • 3/26 - PTO Science, Tech & Art Fair @Jr/Sr High - Bring your family to see the amazing art, science and tech projects. Details here.

  • 3/26 - Community Forum with Board of Education Regarding Superintendent Search for School Families and Local Community - Details here.

All event details are in the District calendar - 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 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 Classrooms - Family-Teacher Chat all in the mobile Granville CSD App. Learn more about Parent Classrooms 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.

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.

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.