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Gananda Blue Panther Gazette
Weekly Newsletter of Gananda Central School District
May 24, 2021
The 2021-2022 Budget Passed!
Memorial Day Holiday Weekend
Reminder - There will be no school for students on Friday, May 28 - Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy your long weekend!
Masks Continue To Be Required On School Grounds
We are aware of the new CDC masking guidelines. At this time, the New York State Department of Health and Wayne County Public Health Department have not changed their guidance for schools. Masks continue to be required and to be worn as follows:
● When in school
● At athletic events (both at home and away contests; indoor and outdoor)
● At extracurricular events In the event new masking guidelines are released for schools, we will advise. Thank you for your continued cooperation.
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Kindergarten Registration
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Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common cause of knee pain in growing adolescents. It is an inflammation of the area just below the knee where the tendon from the kneecap (patellar tendon) attaches to the shinbone (tibia).
Physical activity puts additional stress on bones and muscles, children who participate in athletics — especially running and jumping sports — are at an increased risk for this condition. However, less active adolescents may also experience this problem.
In most cases of Osgood-Schlatter disease, simple measures like rest, ice, over-the-counter medication, and stretching and strengthening exercises will relieve pain and allow a return to daily activities.
Always consult with your pediatrician with any questions or concerns or before starting any pain regimen.
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Helpful Documents
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Kindergarten Screening for Fall 2021
For anyone registering their child now for Kindergarten in the Fall or if your child has not been at the school this year, there will be dates available in late June, July and early August for screening appointments. We will reach out to families and make those connections.
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RMES Virtual Book Fair
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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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RMES Lost and Found
View the lost and found at: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/5673561
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Upcoming Elementary Remote Learning Days
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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2021 GMS Book Fair
The Gananda Book Fair was a huge success with our students. You still have a chance to shop for a friend or family member from the comforts of your home, by visiting the Scholastic Store Online and the Virtual Fair. The online store offers books for a wide age range from babies to adults. The Virtual Fair walks you through a lifelike experience of browsing shelves and selecting books for purchase on your computer. Online shopping for both options is available May 12-May 25th. A portion of all sales from the book fair go to our Gananda Middle School Library. That money will be used to purchase books for all of our students. Click this link to get to our GMS Book Fair homepage, and look for the photos below to shop online. Thank you for supporting our school book fair!
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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 June 15 at 7 pm. This meeting will be available through Zoom.
Purchase a Tile and Support Gananda Dollars for Scholars
5th Grader Moving Up to Middle School
8th Grader Joining the High School
High School Graduate
A Favorite Teacher
A Retirement Gift for Faculty or Staff
A Dedication
These are just a few of the events that you can commemorate with a Foundations of the Future Tile for your intended recipient! The personalized tile will leave a mark on the building they left, never to be forgotten. Prices are laid out in the pamphlets. Each building has slightly different pricing. Here is the link to the forms. All proceeds fund 6 Foundations of the Future given annually. Consider ordering today! You can find the order forms and more information on the Gananda website.
Amazon Smile
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