Gananda Blue Panther Gazette
Weekly Newsletter of Gananda Central School District
March 15, 2021
Input Needed: Bus Transportation Requests Inbox
In an effort to gain a better understanding of our true bussing needs, we are requesting parents that previously filled out a request for transportation and do not need transportation, fill out the Transportation Request Form and indicate "No Transportation Needed." Please fill out this form by April 1, 2021 if you no longer need transportation.
Questions can be directed to Joanne Sloan, Transportation Secretary, at Jsloan@gananda.org or Scott Remillard, Director of Transportation at Sremillard@gananda.org.
Board of Education Candidate Information
The following vacancies are to be filled in the May 18, 2021 election for a 3-year term beginning July 1, 2021:
- 1 Three year term currently held by Mrs. Lisa Finnegan
- 1 Three year term currently held by Mrs. Robin Vogt
- The petition form must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April, 2021 with signatures from 25 Gananda residents for your name to appear on the ballot
Boys Lacrosse Can Drive
Our Gananda Boys Lacrosse team will be holding a social distancing style bottle and can drive on Saturday, March 20 from 9AM to 12PM (Noon). There will be a truck in the Richard Mann Elementary School parking lot where you can drop off your cans and bottles during that time. Masked volunteers will be on hand to help load the truck. All proceeds will support our boys lacrosse team - come down and show your support!
#PROUD
#Unity
#Driven
Jerry Brongo (1st team)
Andrew Gabbard (2nd team)
Kaylee Marvin (2nd team)
Nadia Martyniuk (3rd team)
Ashley Crumb (3rd team)
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Reminder: Remember Your Water Bottle!
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Kindergarten Registration
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Poison Ivy/Oak/Sumac
If your child is exposed, start preventive measures by:
Gently washing the affected area for several minutes in warm, soapy water.
Wash all clothes, shoes, and pets that may have come in contact with the plant; the oil can spread from clothes to other surfaces easily and quickly.
If your child does develop a rash, you can try these tips:
Apply a calming lotion, like calamine, three to four times a day to help the itch.
Drawing a cold bath or an oatmeal bath also may help to soothe the rash. Don’t scrub the area with soap because that often makes the skin itchier.
Try an oral antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine, to reduce the itch at night. Contact physician first for dosing.
Trimming your child’s nails might prevent scraping the skin and putting it at risk for infection.
Always contact your pediatrician should you have questions or concerns.
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Helpful Documents
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Upcoming Elementary Remote Learning Days
Friday, March 26
Friday, April 23
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 Member of the Week
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7th Grade Fundraiser - Pizza and Frozen Food Items
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PLTW Biomedical Science Program
Eighth grade students who are interested in the PLTW Biomedical Program when they enter high school can find the application to complete here. The application deadline is Friday March 19, 2021. Students that are accepted into the PLTW Biomedical program will be introduced to a wide variety of science and medical based skills and experiences.
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Middle School Yearbooks are Available to Order
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Class of 2023 Fundraiser
The Class of 2023 is selling Mrs. Field's Cookies and More (this includes Auntie Anne's pretzels, cheesecakes, and snacks). The fundraiser ends March 19th. If you do not see a sophomore but you would like to order, please use the following link:
https://orderentry.fundtrackersql.com/frmgr/Home/StudentOrderHomePage
Enter the following ID: 635397 to proceed with your order.
All ordering is done online, and delivery will be in April to the school.
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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 April 6 at 7 pm. This meeting will be available through Zoom.
GDFS Mark's Madness This Weekend
Purchase a Tile and Support Gananda Dollars for Scholars
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