MJT Weekly

4/25/25

This Week's Updates
MJT Murals with students
Some of our Beautiful Murals at MJT
Principal Taylor
Principal Breanne Taylor

Dear MJT Families, 

The weather is warming up and we're getting close to the end of the year. Now is the time to enjoy the outdoors and also remember to come to school each and every day so your student can finish strong.

Snack Money - If you are sending in snack money with your student, please be sure to put it in a baggy or envelope.  You can also scan the QR code on the bottom of the lunch menu to add money directly to their lunch account.  

Report cards will be sent home in your student's folder today: Friday, 4/25.

No Toys and Phones - Recently we have had students bringing toys and phones from home to school.  As a reminder, toys from home are not allowed at school.  Teachers are not responsible for items that students bring in from home.  Likewise, cell phones for MJT students are not permitted at school or on the bus.  If a student MUST bring a phone to school for the purpose of going to a different home after school, it must stay off and in their backpack at all times.  Thank you for your attention to this matter.

School Bus Schedule Updates: An update was made to the schedule on 4/21 - 5/2. Here is the latest bus schedule information.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Taylor

Principal, Mary J. Tanner

518-642-1051 Ext. 4201

Mrs. Cotich's 2nd Grade Class

A Science Lesson on Wind and Erosion

science second grade

Attendance Tip

attendance tip

Being on Time in Primary School, Prepares Your Student for their Future

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.  Likewise, frequently picking students up before the end of their scheduled day can cause them to fall behind and feel discouraged as well. Please make every effort to ensure that your child is at school by 9:00.  Thank you!  Arrive to school 10-15 minutes early for a free breakfast!

Reminders

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

*Bus Schedule Changes for 4/21 - 5/2 - Details here.

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.

Chilly Spring Weather and Recess

Please be sure your child is prepared for outdoor recess by bringing appropriate outerwear like boots, hats, gloves and or extra pants. If providing outdoor 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.

Internet and Media Safety Tips for Families

Consider putting children's phones and tablets on downtime after bedtime. (You can learn how on the Community School page, under free internet and media safety resources.)

Upcoming Events

  • 4/21 - 5/2 - *Bus Schedule Changes for 4/21 - 5/2 - Details here.

  • 4/25 - Report Cards Go Home in Student Folder

  • 4/26 - Come cheer on our older students! Track Blue and Gold Invitational, Eppolito Field, 9:30am - 2pm; All County Band Concert at the All County Music Festival, 2pm Greenwich High School

  • 4/27 - Little League and Jr/Sr High Marching Band Parade 12pm, Granville Village

  • 4/30 - NEW! Community School Cafe - Come meet other parents, guardians, staff and community members for an informal discussion about working together to improve student outcomes and contributing to our schools. 6:30pm, High School Cafeteria, All District Families and Local Community Welcome. Refreshments will be served.

  • 5/12 - Budget Hearing - The Budget Hearing is the Public Participation and Q&A with the Board of Education about the Proposed School Budget or the Next School Year, 6pm High School Get Budget Info Here. Stream the past three Budget Workshop presentations from 3/10, 3/24, 4/7 on the Granville CSD Youtube Channel. Here is the Granville CSD Youtube link. (Please scroll for the above dates)

  • 5/18 - PTO Color Run, 1pm High School, Ken Burch Soccer Field

  • 5/20 - School Budget and Board of Elections Vote - 10am - 8pm High School Gym.

  • 5/23 - NEW! NO SCHOOL: For unused snow day

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? 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 and Coach 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.

Community Resources

PTO April Newsletter - Here is the link to the newsletter.

Sprout & Shout Event - 4/27 Vermont State University, Castleton, VT Campus - Family friendly K-6 Earth Day Activities Hosted by Students of the PE Club at the University. Details Here.

Discover Granville NY.com - Outdoor recreation, local resources and events

Youth Programs - This Granville CSD Athletics webpage 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.

Contact Info

Mary J. Tanner Primary School

9593 State Route 22

Granville, NY 12832

Phone: 518-642-1051

Fax: 518-642-9594

District Contact Guide

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.