Principal Ten Eyck 

Dear GES Families,

Did you miss last week's issue? Here it is. 

Can you believe we are heading into the final stretch of the school year? The sun is shining, the energy is high, and our school is absolutely buzzing with excitement. We have had such a blast lately, and we want to keep that positive momentum rolling all the way to summer!

Grab a cup of coffee and catch up on all the amazing things happening around the building, plus a few super important reminders to keep our school year finishing strong. 

Safety First: Final Routine Drills

Just a quick heads-up that we will be conducting our final safety lockdown and fire drills of the school year over the next few weeks. These routine practices help keep our students and staff sharp, prepared, and confident. As always, thank you for chatting with your kiddos at home about how important these quick practices are.

Classroom & Field Trip Updates

To make sure our classrooms stay positive and distraction-free, we have two major updates in this newsletter. Please see below. 

Field Trips

Please pay extra attention to the upcoming field trip details from your classroom teacher. 

Thank you all for your incredible partnership, consistency, and support. Let's make these last few weeks the best ones yet!

Warmly,

Ms. Ten Eyck 

Principal, Granville Elementary School
518-642-1051 Ext. 3202 tteneyck@granvillecsd.org

This Weekend

5/22 -  NO SCHOOL - Snow Day Give Back Day 

5/22 - Band Trip to Trills and Thrills Music Festival (Band parents, please drop off your student at 7:30 AM sharp at GES. They will need comfortable attire, their instrument, and music which should be in our band room.) 

5/22 - COMMUNITY RESOURCE: LEAP Community Services Day - Attend this free event to learn about free or low-cost child care, health care, mental health support, aging support, youth services and more. All in one place! Details are here.

Next Week

5/25 -  NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day (Memorial Day Parade begins at 10:00 AM in Granville. Details are here on the DiscoverGranvilleNY.com website) 

5/30 - Rail Trail to the Footbridge Race - Staff, students and community welcome to compete. Organized by High School Spanish Teacher, Ms. Marchese

5/30 - Ag Fair at Jr/Sr High - Bring your family for agriculture science lessons and fun activities from Jr/Sr High students. Free event. 


June

6/3 - Athletic Booster Meeting. All school families and community members welcome to join and volunteer. 

6/10 - Elementary Band/Chorus Concert 6:30 PM

6/11 - Last One! St. Mary's After School Food, Fun and Friends - Final meeting for the school year. 

6/12 - Granville Senior Class Walks Through GES

6/16 - 4th Grade to Kenyon Hill Farm

6/17 - 6th Grade to Lake St. Catherine 

6/17 - Jazz at Veterans Park, Granville  - Bring lawn chair, family and friends and come enjoy a free jazz show from Jr/Sr High students. 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

6/18 - GES Field Day (Students Only, Rain Date 6/22) - Wear sneakers to school please and pack sunblock. 

6/19 - NO SCHOOL - Juneteenth

6/24 - 6th Grade Moving Up Ceremony at GES 6:00 - 7:30 PM (Rain Date 6/25) 

6/25 - Last Day of School. Here are summer planning resources. 

6/26 - End of 4th Quarter


Here is the link to the live school calendar.

NOTE: Last Day of School for Jr/Sr High is Tuesday, June 16th (followed by final exams through 6/25)

Last Friday’s GES Talent Show was an absolute knockout! I am always blown away by how brave and talented our 3rd–6th graders are. The audience was treated to some seriously impressive acts:

Rubik’s Cube Extraordinaires: Solving puzzles at mind-blowing speeds!

Musical Magic: Beautiful flute performances that wowed the crowd.

Showstoppers: Multiple singing and dancing acts that had everyone cheering!

A massive thank you to everyone who came out to support our performers. You made them feel like total rockstars.

This week, we welcomed Master Juggler Jason Tardy for an unforgettable anti-bullying assembly!

He kept us on the edge of our seats with world-class juggling, comedy, and high energy—all while delivering a powerful message about kindness, inclusion, and looking out for one another.

It was the perfect mix of fun and meaningful character building.

As we navigate this super exciting time of year, we need your help keeping our focus where it belongs: on learning, laughing, and finishing the year successfully!

The "No Toys & Squishies" Policy 

We love that our students have fun, but the number of squishies, NeeDohs, and personal toys coming into the building has become excessive. They’ve turned into major distractions, trading items, and sources of playground conflict.

The Rule: Starting this Monday, personal toys, squishies, and NeeDohs are no longer permitted at GES. Any items causing a distraction or transition issue will be safely confiscated by staff.

Sensory Supports: Students with IEPs or 504 Plans that explicitly include sensory tools as an accommodation may absolutely continue to use them exactly as outlined in their plans. Outside of these official accommodations, multiple squishies are not needed throughout the day.

Please help us by checking backpacks before school on Monday and ensuring all fun toys stay safely at home!

End-of-Year Field Trips & Behavior Expectations

We are so looking forward to our final field trips and fun days! These celebrations are a privilege and a reward for a year of hard work.

To ensure the safety and enjoyment of everyone, please be aware that any student who receives ALC (Alternative Learning Center/In-School Suspension) or an Out-of-School Suspension (ODS) from this point forward will not be permitted to attend the final field trips of the year.

We want every single student on that bus with us, so please join us in reminding your children about the importance of making golden choices, respecting staff, and keeping their behavior top-notch!

Thank you all for your incredible partnership, consistency, and support. Let's make these last few weeks the best ones yet!

5/22 - Band Field Trip to Music Festival 

6/16 - 4th Grade to Kenyon Hill Farm

6/17 - 6th Grade to Lake St. Catherine 

6/18 - GES Field Day (Students Only, Rain Date 6/22)

Congratulations to Bus 135 - You are Bus of the Month! Driver Mr. Rock and Attendant Mr. Sharrow have spearheaded a big transformation in student behavior and safety on this route and we are proud of our staff and students.

In partnership with the the District, The Granville, NY PTO and Scarlotta’s Car Hop, MJT and GES students received coupon for ice cream or a snack at their cafeteria, Jr/Sr High received coupons for Scarlotta’s and our driver and attendant received a generous donation gift from Scarlotta’s to enjoy.

The PTO gifts each driver a team building book each month called the Energy Bus too.

Watch the celebration video here.

Thank you! Go Horde! It truly takes a community effort.

Sign Up in P.E. Classes 

Official registration will begin this summer and will occur online on the GCSD Athletics page.

Fall Sports - Cross Country, Football, Cheer, Soccer, Golf, Girls Volleyball, Girls Field Hockey

This is an opportunity for students to express interest in learning a new sport at the Jr/Sr High.

Learn more about Athletics here.

Thank you to everyone who came out to vote today and continued to support our students, staff, and school community. We are grateful to share that both the school budget and transportation proposition passed.

Congratulations as well to the candidates receiving the most votes. Thank you to all who were willing to serve and be part of the process. Your support and involvement help make our community stronger!

Here is the link to frequently asked questions about the school budget.

Every Thursday - NOW AT GES! FREE After-school Food, Fun and Friends with St. Mary's Volunteers for GES and Jr/Sr High students right after school until - 5:00 PM. Here is the link to register for free. Program is nearly full. LAST EVENT IS June 11th. 


Every Wednesday and Thursday - Gardening with Ms. Law. Program is now full. After school until 3:45 PM. Learn more.

Select Thursdays - Cricket with Mr. Rochlani - Learn more and join next school year.


VEX Robotics  - Learn more. Apply next year! This is a teacher recommended program.

Here is the link to all event details in the district calendar.

Caffeine Pods and The Monkey App

1) Caffeine Pods are small, white pouches designed to be placed under the lip and can look very similar to products such as nicotine pouches. Even when labeled as “Energy Pouches,” this is concerning as it looks like a substance they cannot verify, which presents a clear safety risk. Please note: These items are strictly prohibited at school and on school grounds at GES.

2) An App called The Monkey is making the rounds among students in the region. It is a high-risk video chat platform connecting users, often children and teens, with strangers via random, short video calls.

Safety concerns include exposure to explicit content, predatory behavior, and lack of strict age verification, despite a 18+ policy. It is similar to Omegle, often used for quick, anonymous interactions and "pranks".

APPLE DEVICES:

Here is how to block this App on your child's Apple phone:

First, if you haven't already, set up Parental Controls for Apple devices via this link.

Second, to block an App on an Apple device, enable Screen Time in Settings, create a unique passcode, and use Content & Privacy Restrictions to hide built-in apps or set age-based app limits. You can also restrict app downloads, set time limits for specific apps, or use Downtime to limit usage. These settings can be managed remotely via Family Sharing.


ANDROID DEVICES:

Here is how to block this App on your child's Android phone:

First, if you haven't already, set up Google Family Link via this link.

Second, here is the link to instructions for limiting/blocking Apps on your student's Android devices.

Here are three simple routines to help your family feel organized.  

School live calendar is located in the school App under "events" (search Granville CSD in any app store) or GranvilleCSD.org/events

The Village of Granville has an opening for the Summer Swim Program Director.

This is a popular program for Granville CSD students who learn how to swim and enjoy time at nearby Lake St. Catherine, Vt during the summer and generally runs right after Summer Academy. 

Swim Program Director

The Village of Granville is seeking a Director for our Summer Swim Program conducted at the Lake St. Catherine State Park during the month of July.

Candidates must possess Lifeguard and CPR certifications, and will supervise Swim Instructors providing the program to participants. The Director also works to coordinate transportation, set the program schedule, and register program participants.The Summer Swim Program benefits youth ages 8-14 and generally runs for 12-16 days over four to six weeks.

Candidates can apply directly to the Office of the Village Clerk located at 51 Quaker Street or thru email at granville@roadrunner.com. The salary for this position is $3,500 annually. The Village of Granville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please remember to pack sneakers for gym class and a healthy snack each day!

Thank you for showing up on time, every day! We love seeing your students in school and appreciate your efforts. Here are tips for dealing with illness. 

Subscribe to all of the Board of Education Updates. 

Here is the direct link to the subscribe with an email address.

And here is the link to the general overview of the Granville CSD Board of Education website.

Meet our volunteer Board members here.

Community News

Here is the link to view and subscribe for free.

Here is the link to summer planning resources.

Get the App - It's a must have! Search "Granville CSD" in any App store

Check the Live School Calendar Weekly - It is updated regularly with reminders, important dates and free opportunities. Find the events calendar in the school App or at GranvilleCSD.org/events

Create a Family Calendar - On weekends, consider jotting down important reminders of your family's school, work and activities schedule for the week ahead in a visible family calendar (post in the kitchen or by the door for quick and easy reference for the whole family). 

Family Calendar Resources  - Use what you have! A piece of paper labeled Monday - Sunday and taped to the fridge works. Or, try a repurposed kids chalkboard or dry eraser board by the front door. or try using the printed wall calendar from the school. You can also print free blank calendars at CalendarLabs.com (Word and PDF) or Canva.com (use a free template or design your own). Alternatively, search the internet for free family calendar apps for a digital version to share among family and caretakers. 

Family Resources - Try the Family/Student Resources Page

Granville NY PTO Facebook Page - The latest events and volunteer opportunities

Snacks! Please pack a healthy, filling snack everyday for your student to help them focus and feel good. Twice per week, students are introduced to new fresh fruits or vegetables.

Parent Rooms - Family-Teacher chat and classroom updates all in the mobile Granville CSD App. Learn more about Parent Rooms at this link.

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

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.

Need a resource? Try our community school page here.

Granville Elementary School

61 Quaker Street Granville, NY 12832

Phone: 518-642-9357

Fax: 518-642-0771

GranvilleCSD.org

District Contact Guide

School Nurse: Alyssa Evans 518-642-1051 ext 3209

Guidance Counselor: Nicholas Healy 518-642-1051 ext 3227

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

Here is the link to the District App.

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