Gananda Blue Panther Gazette

Bi-weekly Newsletter of Gananda Central School District

March 2, 2022

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Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Moment

What is Tier I in MTSS?

Tier I is the core, universal instruction that all students receive. Core instruction is made up of high-quality, research-based supports that are essential for the success of every child. The goal is for Tier I universal efforts to be effective for the vast majority of our students (typically 80-90%).


Universal Tier I instruction isn't limited only to academics. In terms of behavior, Tier I efforts might include actively teaching positive behaviors to all students. In terms of social emotional learning, Tier I efforts might include actively creating situations and opportunities for students to develop the social and emotion regulation skills they need to be successful. (Adapted from Branching Minds and Illuminate Education)


For more information, check out our website!

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Half Day - Friday, March 18

Friday, March 18 will be a half day for students. Friday dismissal times are as follows:

High School - 10:55am

Middle School - 10:48am

Elementary School - 11:30 am

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Gananda Central School District is now Mask Optional

Gananda Central School District is now Mask Optional. Masks are optional for students, staff and visitors while on school buses, in classes, on the playground, at athletic events and at large gatherings on campus. All other COVID protocols remain in effect at this time.

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Virtual Special Education Parent Forum

Join Gananda Director of Special Education Melissa Phelps and a special guest from Family and Community Engagement Center (FACE) on March 16 at 7pm for a discussion on techniques and strategies to become an effective participant of the CSE process. Registration is required to attend. To register, click on the link below:

https://gananda-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkcOmvrDIsGNHbCpX2svsxOdL1HiYZov6k

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See Something, Say Something

The safety of our students and staff is a top priority. If you see or hear of something that would impact the safety of students, staff, or community members, please report it to the email address below:


SaySomething@gananda.org

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

A disease characterized by profound fatigue, sleep abnormalities, pain, and other symptoms that are made worse by exertion.Chronic fatigue syndrome occurs more commonly in women. The cause of this condition is unknown, but may include environmental or genetic factors.


The main symptom is fatigue for over six months. The fatigue often worsens with activity, but doesn't improve with rest.


There is no cure or approved treatment for this condition. However, some symptoms can be treated or managed to provide relief.


Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured.

Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong


Requires a medical diagnosis (You should always contact your doctor for questions or concerns) Lab tests or imaging are generally required

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New Temperature for Outdoor Play

We value the importance of outdoor play for our students. With the current 25 degree cut-off our students were missing out on lots of outside recess opportunities. We recently polled some regional elementary schools and found the average cut-off temperature for 16 local schools was 21 degrees.

Therefore, beginning on Monday, February 14, our new temperature cut-off will be 20 degrees. We are hopeful this will give us more days when students can play outside.

Please be remember that outdoor play can only take place when students have appropriate clothing. Please continue to send coats, hats, mittens/gloves, snow pants, and boots with your student daily. Our website has also been updated to reflect this change.

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RMES Virtual Lost and Found

Please visit Parent Square to view the Lost and Found photos at the elementary school. You can view the post here: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/10836021

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GMS Virtual Lost and Found

Please see the added photos of items in our Lost and Found. Please email Missy Nims to let her know if any of these items belong to your child and she will be sure to get the item to them.

You can view the items here: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/10633774

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Happy Birthday Cha Cha Cha Contest for the COW Club

Citizens of the World Club (COW) is hosting a Birthday Fundraiser in support of Happy Birthday Cha Cha Cha, a non-profit organization that provides birthday packages to students in kindergarten through third grade in the city of Rochester. The organization provides a book, toy, food and personal care items for each student. COW will be collecting the following items from February 28 through March 4 to help create the birthday kits:
  • bar soap
  • toothpaste
  • pack of Oreos
  • a new children's book
  • a new toy that does not need batteries
  • a box of mac and cheese
Each item donated will accumulate points for each grade level (9-12). The grade with the most points at the end of the week will win a visit from the snack cart. Items will be placed in the donation boxes in the cafeteria hallway. Community donations will be accepted and can be dropped off in the main office of the high school. Please help us put birthday smiles on the faces of local kids in need.

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Order your Yearbook now!

The HS yearbook is now available to order at www.jostens.com/2022yearbook. Contact Rachel Zebulske with any questions.
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Gananda Dollars for Scholars News

Next Meeting:

Tuesday April 5 at 7:00 in the HS Library

*Please park in the gymnasium parking lot

**A mask is required inside


Did You Know….

  • that you can designate Gananda Dollars for Scholars as your charity of choice if you give to the United Way each year? Just include Code #3323 on your enrollment form and start giving today!

  • that many employers match your donation for your charity of choice? You can double your giving to Gananda Dollars for Scholars by inquiring with your employer's Business Office!

  • that Amazon has a charitable program? Just go to Amazonsmile.com and designate Gananda Dollars for Scholars as your charity of choice. Then use Amazonsmile the same exact way you would use regular Amazon and they will donate a percentage of your purchase to GDFS at no cost to you. Almost $1,200 has been raised from this method! Thanks to all who have participated!

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