Gananda Blue Panther Gazette
Weekly Newsletter of Gananda Central School District
April 26, 2021
Live Production This Week!
Absentee Ballot Applications
Notice is given that applications for absentee ballots may be obtained from the office of the Clerk of the District in person until the day before the vote or by mail received at least seven days prior to the day of the vote at 1500 Dayspring Ridge, Walworth, NY 14568.
A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots have been issued will be available for inspection during regular business hours in the office of the Clerk during the five days prior to the day of the vote and available for inspection the day of the vote. Please visit the Gananda website for more information.
Reopening at the Secondary Level Information and Forum
As we evaluate plans for a “reopening” for our secondary students, we would like to gain feedback from you. Please complete a survey to share your thoughts about the remainder of the school year should we go to a 4-day a week in person schedule. Additionally, you can review a Q&A document to help answer the most common questions. We also invite you to join us for a Virtual Parent Forum on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 7:30pm to discuss our reopening plans at the secondary level. Registration is required to participate.
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NYS Assessments
● Only Part I is required, this is the multiple choice section and should be 60 minutes
● Gananda will not be administering Part II, the written portion
● Testing Schedule:
○ 3-5 Math: May 5
○ 6-8 Math May 4 (A-K) & May 5 (L-Z)
○ 4th & 8th grade Science: June 7, written portion only
● Due to 6 feet distancing and spacing requirements, if a student refuses to take the 3-8 tests, we can not take them to another room. We can, however, allow them to read quietly at their desk.
● There will not be make-up days if a student is absent and misses the test.
● Parents of 100% Remote students may request to participate in the testing by reaching out to their building principal.
What does this mean? If your child is absent or refuses the test, we will mark them as such and move on. We will not be making follow up phone calls to discuss your/or your student’s decision. Please have your student bring a book to read if they will not be participating in the test.
#Respect
#Unity
#Outstanding
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Kindergarten Registration
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Allergies Versus Covid-19
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3 Types of ADHD
Inattentive type ADHD - without the hyperactivity: People with ADHD of the inattentive type have trouble paying attention to details, are easily distracted, often have trouble organizing or finishing tasks and often forget routine chores.
ADHD with hyperactivity: A neuropsychiatric disorder that makes it difficult to pay attention, control impulsivity (taking action before fully thinking things through) or manage excitable behavior (the person is squirming/fidgeting or “hyperactive”).
Combined: Inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms are present.
A diagnosis of ADHD can still apply even if a child doesn’t have hyperactive or impulsive behaviors. If you feel your child has ADHD they should be evaluated by a trained clinician.
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Helpful Documents
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Now Open: Enrollment for RMES's YMCA Before and After School Program (BASP)
Some info about BASP:
- AM care begins at 7am (we dismiss the kids when it's time to go to school)
- PM care runs until 6pm
- Preferential pricing is given to YMCA members (it is recommended to open a youth membership, as you will actually save money in the long run) but the program is open to all
- We focus on our 9 core components: academic enrichment, college and career exploration, 21st century skills, service learning, arts education, leadership development, health and wellness, global learning, and parent and family engagement.
- Within that framework, families can expect their child(ren) to receive help on homework, complete fun art projects, science experiences, play active games and sports, and make lasting and impactful relationships with their peers and counselors
- 2021-2022 AM Care registration link here
- 2021-2022 PM Care registration link here
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Part of Parking Lot Closed Through the First Week of May
Starting April 6, the Physical Education Department will begin to use a section of the parking lot for their UPK-5 classes. This unit will go from Tuesday, April 6th- Thursday, May 6.
The parking lot nearest the playground, (closest to the softball field), will be used by the class. There will be tall cones there to block it off. Please be sure to avoid this area.
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Upcoming Elementary Remote Learning Days
Friday, May 14
Friday, June 4
For additional information, please see Principal Ernstberger's letter on our website at: https://bit.ly/2XU8n4z.
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Richard Mann Elementary PBIS Staff Members of the Week
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If you recognize an item please send an emal to Missy Nims providing your child's name and we will get the item to your child.
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Gananda Dollars for Scholars News and Events
GDFS is Looking for Volunteers
There are so many good reasons to volunteer. Contact GDFScholars@gananda.org if you are interested to learn more!
GDFS next meeting date is May 4 at 7 pm. This meeting will be available through Zoom.
Purchase a Tile and Support Gananda Dollars for Scholars
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Order from AmazonSmile! Designate Gananda Dollars for Scholars as your charity of choice at no cost to you. Amazon will donate .5% of your purchase. Over $800 has been raised to date! Sign up today!
Did you know that you can start gathering volunteer hours as soon as you leave 8th grade? Just download a volunteer log from the Gananda Dollars for Scholars webpage, and start recording your high school volunteer experience!
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About Us
Email: ganandapr@gananda.org
Website: www.gananda.org
Location: 1500 Dayspring Ridge, Walworth, NY, USA
Phone: (315)986-3521
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GanandaSchools/
Twitter: @WeAreGananda