Gananda Blue Panther Gazette

Weekly Newsletter of Gananda Central School District

December 18, 2019

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Gananda Spelling Bee 2020


Our annual Spelling Bee will be open to any 2nd - 8th graders interested in participating. It will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2020.


Any student wishing to participate will need to register using the attached google form. *A paper form can also be obtained from the main office in either the elementary or middle schools.


Deadline for sign up is January 24, 2020.



Gananda Spelling Bee Registration 2020
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Holiday Spirit Week

Students and staff are invited to participate in the holiday spirit by wearing the designated attire indicated below on each of the remaining Holiday Spirit Days.

Thursday: Wear an Ugly Sweater
Friday: Wear Pajamas

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Now Hiring!

Gananda Central School District is now hiring for substitute clerical/secretarial support. This is a great opportunity for retirees, parents looking to get back into the workforce, or anyone looking to work in an office environment. For complete details and contact information visit the job listing on our website. Be sure to check out all of our openings on the Employment page of our website.

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Science Fair to be held on January 29th

The Annual Gananda Science Fair will be held on January 29, 2020. Experiment, explore and fulfill your curiosity. Start planning your projects now! Check out the websites listed on the science fair information page to get ideas. Registration forms are also available on the science fair information page. Questions can be directed to Sciencefair@gananda.org.
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I heard....is it true?

Gananda Central School District recognizes the importance of communication with parents, community members, students and staff. While every effort is made to ensure that accurate information is shared, it is not uncommon for rumors or myths to be circulating throughout the community. As such, we have started a page on our website entitled, "Fact Checker Page." This page is dedicated to providing accurate information about GCSD. If you see or hear information about GCSD that you believe is inaccurate you can have it fact checked! Please send your contact information, the facts you would like checked, and where you found the information to Shannon Bergstresser, Public Relations Specialist, at: Sbergstresser@gananda.org. The first fact check: The turf field cannot be used for JV or Varsity Football Games. Is it true? Check out the answer on the Fact Checker Page!

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Did you know?

Eczema is a term for several different types of skin swelling. Eczema is also called dermatitis. Most types cause dry, itchy skin and rashes on the face, inside the elbows and behind the knees, and on the hands and feet. Eczema can appear anywhere, including the neck, chest, and eyelids While there is no cure for eczema, there are many treatments to help manage the symptoms. You should seek medical advice if you have any questions or concerns regarding any skin conditions.

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Helpful Documents

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Safety Reminder In Elementary Drop Off Loop

As a reminder, if you are dropping off your child at Richard Mann Elementary in the mornings please use the small loop to the left of the main entrance/bus loop. You can either park in the available parking spots and walk your child into school or pull up to the sidewalk and have your child exit the vehicle on the back right side of your car. Safety is our utmost priority, so if you pull up to the sidewalk, we ask you to please refrain from getting out to help your child exit the car as this is dangerous for on-coming traffic and/or other vehicles trying to get out of the parking spots.
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Reminder for Dismissal

Regular K-5 Elementary Dismissal (3-3:10pm): If your are picking up your child at dismissal you will need to park and enter the school building to get your child(ren) in the cafeteria.

UPK PM Dismissal (3:45pm): Staff will place students on their buses in the loop or bring students to parents waiting in the small loop. Again, due to the safety hazard, parents should not get out of cars on the left side during dismissal.

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5th Grade Family Fun Night

Come support the 5th graders with a night of family fun on Friday, January 24, 2020 from 6-8 pm at Richard Mann Elementary School. There will be pizza, candy, soda, and baked goods for sale at the event. Of course, the famous raffle will also be taking place with lots of great prizes to win! The cost is $5 per person or $10 per family.

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Attention Fifth Grade Parents

All fifth graders receive a memory book at the end of fifth grade highlighting their years here at Richard Mann Elementary. This book is organized and funded through parents. Our only fundraiser is the annual Family Fun Night which will be held Friday, January 24, 2020 from 6-8 PM.

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Order your Yearbook Now!

The Gananda Middle School Yearbook is now available to order online. Yearbooks can be ordered at Lifetouch's website between now and April 3, 2020.

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Yearbooks are On Sale Now!

Keep your high school memories forever and order a yearbook today! Yearbooks are available to purchase online at Josten's website. The cost of the yearbook is $50.

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Proud To Be A Panther Fundraiser and High School Volunteer Opportunity

As a fundraiser, Gananda Dollars for Scholars will be selling these signs for $10 at the following events:


Dec. 19th 5:30/7:00 pm HS Gym Basketball games

Dec. 20th 5:30/7:00 pm HS Gym Basketball games


Additionally, Gananda Dollars For Scholars is looking for high school students to help out at each of the events listed above. They are looking for 2 student volunteers for each time slot and volunteers will get Gananda Dollars for Scholars specific hours! To participate, sign up outside Mrs. Peterson's classroom.

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