The Spartan Family Scoop
April 26, 2024
Message From Principal Jones
Hello Olympia Families,
In case you did not see the message/email I sent out on Thursday, 4/26, see below. There is a lot of misinformation floating on social media and in other venues regarding yesterday's events. if you have any questions around the event, feel free to reach out to any member of the administrative team.
"To the Olympia Community,
This email is to inform all families that around noon yesterday (Thursday, 425), there was a physical altercation that involved multiple students on campus. As a result of the altercation, the building was put in a Hold-In-Place. A Hold-In-Place is designed to limit movement of students and staff while dealing with short term emergencies. As a result of the conflict, additional district security and the Greece Police Department came to the school to support the situation by de-escalating all involved.
We understand that situations like the one today, causes a disruption to the learning environment and also causes stress to those involved and not involved. We are going to continue the work that we have been doing all year to create an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and safe for all. This includes providing additional resources and support for our students who struggle behaviorally, while at the same time ensuring that the expectations set out by our district's Code of Conduct are adhered to.
I want to leave you all with this...a lot of great things happen at Olympia daily. In fact, a lot of great things happened at Olympia today, in spite of the above-mentioned conflict. As Principal, I am determined to not allow incidents like the one today, define or undermine the great things that happen here daily. Our students, staff, and families don't deserve that. "
Thank you,
Principal Jones
Your Proud Principal
#WeAreOlympia
Great Things Continue to Happen At Olympia!
Quarter 3 Grades Are Viewable!
If you have not already, sit with your child and review their quarter 3 grades in Infinite Campus. They are available for viewing.
GCSD Board Candidate Night- Tuesday, 4/30
There are six candidates running for three open seats on the Greece Central School District Board of Education. The top three vote-getters will serve three-year unpaid terms. Learn more about their qualifications and areas of interest during Board Candidates Night, Tuesday, April 30 from 6-7:30 p.m. Candidates will answer questions during this moderated public event. All are welcome to attend in person at the district’s Transportation and Support Services Facility, Room 170, or watch via live stream on the district’s YouTube channel or listen on Jazz 90.1 FM.
More information about the Board candidates can be found here.
World Earth Day- Clean Up- Sunday, 4/28
Jazz90.1 in partnership with The Town of Greece will gather to clean up our community as part of Earth Week. Join us on Sunday April 28 at 11 a.m. at 107 Bellwood Dr. – Rochester, NY (near BJ’s Wholesale Club,) as we clean an area of the community in need. We’ll provide bottled water and all of the supplies needed for the cleanup – which should take no more than two hours.
The Intersection Between Social Media and Substance Use
Join us on Wednesday, May 8th for a Virtual presentation for Parents and Educators. This has been approved for staff who are interested in obtaining PL hours. Please register using the frontline link and on the flyer zoom link to attend.
The Intersection Between Social Media and Substance Use
Wednesday, May 8th
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Presented by GCSD Instructional Technology, Substance Abuse Prevention and Officer David Gomez
This event is open to the entire community. Please help spread the word.
Youth Leadership Summit- May 21st
Want to ensure your high school kid has something productive to do on their day off from school??? On May 21st, students in the Equity Design Team will be hosting their first Youth Leadership Summit in Greece. The students have made this summit really special. It includes musical performances, Athena alum and Howard University student Sade Mewborn as a guest speaker, an amazing taco bar for a free lunch at one of the best hotels in the area, and student-led discussion groups about topics chosen by students. Students who attend will even have a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card! All we need you to do is (1) make sure your child registers by May 6 (students can access this link via their chromebook) so we can get their food ready, (2) let us know on the form if they need transportation, and (3) remind them that they need to show up if they register.
GCSD Summer Programs Announced!
The Greece Central School District is proud to offer a variety of summer programs for students of all ages. This year, we have expanded athletics and fun camp options for secondary students and added an online registration system. Space in our summer programs is limited and registration is on a first-come first served-basis. We are sharing this program booklet before registration opens on April 22 so you can familiarize yourself with the summer program offerings and decide which camps work best for your family.
How to Access Grouptrail
Once summer program registration opens on April 22, use this link to access the Grouptrail website. You will be asked to enter an email address. Be sure to use the email address where you receive all school communications. If you enter a different email address, you will not be able to log in to Grouptrail and will need to call 966-2911 for log-in assistance.
Grouptrail will email you a one-time-use link that takes you to the registration portal. That link is only good for 15 minutes and cannot be reused.
Once you access the registration site, you will be able to see and register for any summer programs your children are eligible for.
If you decide to register for additional programs at a later time, follow the steps above to get a new one-time-use link. Remember, you cannot reuse the same link.
Registration instructions are included on page 3 of the summer program booklet. Please be mindful that the registration deadline for some camps is May 10. Please be sure to log in early to secure your child’s spot in any desired summer programs.
Senior Yard Signs for Sale!
If interested in purchasing a senior yard sign (as shown above), email Amanda.Yoder@greececsd.org. Proceeds will either support another student or act as a general fundraiser.
The Intersection Between Social Media and Substance Use
Join us for an upcoming parent and educator virtual presentation. It is an opportunity to learn about current trends in substance use, how teens use social media to engage in the use of alcohol and drugs, and tips for how we as parents/guardians can help them navigate this challenging world.
The Intersection Between Social Media and Substance Use
Wednesday, May 8th, 6:30- 8:00pm
Officer David Gomez, School Resource Officer Boise County Sheriff's Office
Lynn Girolamo, Instructional Technology
Stephanie Rago, Katrina Smalline, Aimee Sokolowski, Substance Abuse Prevention department
Registration is required to receive your zoom link. Thank you for your support!
Family Wellness Event- 5/31
Summer Health Careers Opportunity Program- This Summer!
Attendance Matters- See Information Below
The Greece Central School District has made improving student attendance a priority for the 2023-24 school year. As the Greece Central School District strives for educational excellence, the district continues to follow the mission, vision, and priorities outlined in the REACH 2027 Strategic Plan. Each month, we will be sharing this Make Every Day Count newsletter with you. It includes information about why regular school attendance is important, as well as tips for promoting positive attendance habits at home. Our staff is here to help families overcome any obstacles to regular school attendance. Please reach out to your child's teacher, counselor, or social worker if you need help and we will develop a plan together. Our school community is always better when we are all together!
2023-2024 Yearbook Information
Yearbooks can be purchased anytime between now and May 1st. The deadline is May 1st 2024. And all purchases are online only at https://jostensyearbooks.com/
- If purchased before September 29th the price is $55
- If purchased between 9/30/23 and 1/26/24 the price is $60
- If purchased between 1/27/24-5/1/24 the price is $65
More details about the Yearbook can be found here: 2024 Senior Yearbook Info
Family and Community Engagement
We are looking for parent members for the NEW Parent Advisory Leadership Council. Please click here if you are interested in applying to participate.
Deanna Nix is our Community School site Coordinator and Amanda Yoder is our Parent Engagement and Support Coordinator. Their contact information is in the documents attached.
Olympia Sports Schedule
Of note- students in grades 6-8 must have a parent with them to attend any sporting event.
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