MJT Murals with students — Some of our Beautiful Murals at MJT

Principal Taylor — Principal Breanne Taylor

Dear MJT Families,

Our new playground is officially up and running! This week students were able to enjoy some fun on the new equipment, and we even have some new shade canopies for when the sun is blazing.

2025 Summer Academy Information:

This year's program will be similar to last year. At this time, we will only be sending invites for students who qualify based on academic needs due to a limited amount of space per class. If the opportunity to invite more students should come about, you will be notified. Invites will be mailed out later next week. If you receive one, please return the paperwork as soon as possible so that we can get a count for how many students will be attending. The program runs Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8-11 each week (July 8-August 7). Our program will be held at the High School this year.

UPK and Kindergarten Screening:

-Kindergarten Screening will be held on 5/7 and 5/8 by appointment only. Please note that this screening is ONLY for students who are not currently enrolled in our UPK program.

-UPK Screening will be held on 5/14 and 5/15 by appointment only. If you need help with registering your child, please reach out to Bridget Liebig at bliebig@granvillecsd.org.

School Bus Schedule Updates: An update was made to the schedule for 5/1 - 5/9. Here is the latest bus schedule information.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend,

Mrs. Taylor

Principal, Mary J. Tanner

518-642-1051 Ext. 4201

New MJT Playground Additions!

Thank you to our maintenance and grounds team for installing these two new additions, and a new Granville blue bench (not pictured).

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!

PTO Buy One, Get One Book Fair

Granville PTO Buy-One, Get-One Book Fair at MJT

Books Only, No Trinket Items Will Be Sold
9am - 2pm Tues, May 6th and Wed, May 7th
Cash or Set Up eWallet

To set up eWallet go to: bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/maryjtannerschool
Buy one book, get one free (of equal or lesser value)

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.

Snacks

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. 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. To add money to your child's account, sign into MySchoolBucks.com with your student's ID. (To find your child's ID, look at your child's printed schedule sent home at the beginning of the year, log into eSchool or please call the main office.)

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.)

No Toys and Phones

As a reminder, toys from home are not allowed at school. 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.

Upcoming Events

5/1 - 5/9 - Bus Schedule Changes for 5/1 - 5/9- Details here.

5/3 - Prom Grand March at High School Gym - Bring your family to watch "the big kids" make their entrance for the Junior/Senior Prom in the High School Gym at 4:30pm. A free event open to our school and local community to cheer on our juniors and seniors attending Prom.

5/5 - 5/9 - National Teacher Appreciation Week - Consider sending in a note or email of appreciation to your teacher or a fun "teacher appreciation" drawing by your student! Staff directory is here.

5/6 - 5/7 - PTO Buy One, Get One Scholastic Book Fair at MJT

5/7 - Kindergarten Registration for any student not currently enrolled in our UPK Program - by appointment. Please call District Registrar Bridget Liebig, 518-642-1051 Ext. 1309

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)

5/14 - UPK Screening at MJT, By Appointment - Contact District Registrar 518-642-1051 Ext. 1309 for Appointment / PTO Meeting 6pm at GES - All families welcome!

5/18 - PTO Color Run, 1pm High School, Ken Burch Soccer Field (This is the soccer field by the Varsity Baseball Field, behind Price Chopper)

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

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

5/26 - NO SCHOOL: Memorial 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

5/15 - Lions Club Blood Drive at the High School - 11am - 6pm To make an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org and enter Sponsor code: 12832. Volunteers needed. (Checking in donors and handing out food/snacks after). Please contact Molly Celani to volunteer 518-361-9475 or mollycelani@aol.com

5/31 - Rail Trail to the Footbridge Kids 1K and 5K Race - Run, walk, jog with the whole family! Learn more. Volunteers also needed. Please contact Ms. Marchese, High School Spanish Teacher cmarchese@granvillecsd.org for volunteering and questions.

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

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.

Volunteer - Here are Granville organizations looking for volunteers. To add additional details to this list, please contact krozell@granvillecsd.org

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. Follow Granville CSD on Instagram Here.

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