Valentine’s Dance Photos Are Now Available ❤️
We are excited to share photos from our Valentine’s Dance. Because Facebook limits the number of photos we can upload at one time, the pictures were shared in multiple posts.
You can find them on our district Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063628117620
Please look for:
Valentine’s Dance Photos – Part 1 Link - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GbhMjuS9B/
Valentine’s Dance Photos – Part 2 Link - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/183MgwFLYD/
Thank you for helping make this event so special!!!
We are excited to share photos from our Valentine’s Dance. Because Facebook limits the number of photos we can upload at one time, the pictures were shared in multiple posts.
You can find them on our district Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063628117620
Please look for:
Valentine’s Dance Photos – Part 1 Link - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GbhMjuS9B/
Valentine’s Dance Photos – Part 2 Link - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/183MgwFLYD/
Thank you for helping make this event so special!!!
We are so excited to welcome author Liesl Shurtliff to Groton on Tuesday, March 10th! 📚✨
Our students have loved reading Rump as part of our One School, One Book experience, and we cannot wait for this special opportunity to meet the author behind the story. Experiences like this help bring reading to life and inspire a love of books, imagination, and storytelling in our students.
We are looking forward to a wonderful day at Groton! 📖
#GrotonCSD #GrotonElementary #AuthorVisit #LieslShurtliff #Rump #OneSchoolOneBook #LoveOfReading
Our students have loved reading Rump as part of our One School, One Book experience, and we cannot wait for this special opportunity to meet the author behind the story. Experiences like this help bring reading to life and inspire a love of books, imagination, and storytelling in our students.
We are looking forward to a wonderful day at Groton! 📖
#GrotonCSD #GrotonElementary #AuthorVisit #LieslShurtliff #Rump #OneSchoolOneBook #LoveOfReading
NYS Testing for grades 6-8: ELA, Math and Science Schedule
🥣🍎 National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) celebrates the important role a nutritious school breakfast plays in helping students start their day ready to learn, grow, and succeed.
This week we tested two new recipes to add to our breakfast menu — homemade peanut butter granola bars and homemade granola. Both received very positive responses from our students, so we’re excited to officially add them to our menus! 🎉
Both items are fully scratch-made in our kitchen using wholesome, minimally processed ingredients. Our goal is always to fuel our kids with the best ingredients we can source so they have the energy they need to learn and thrive each day. 💪🍓
#NSBW #SchoolBreakfast #ScratchCooking #FuelingOurKids
This week we tested two new recipes to add to our breakfast menu — homemade peanut butter granola bars and homemade granola. Both received very positive responses from our students, so we’re excited to officially add them to our menus! 🎉
Both items are fully scratch-made in our kitchen using wholesome, minimally processed ingredients. Our goal is always to fuel our kids with the best ingredients we can source so they have the energy they need to learn and thrive each day. 💪🍓
#NSBW #SchoolBreakfast #ScratchCooking #FuelingOurKids
Groton High School presents......Oliver!
You have 3 chances to come watch this production!
March 19, 20 & 21 at 7:00 PM in the High School Auditorium
General Admission - $10
Children under 10 - $5
Options of how to purchase tickets:
* Email Sarah Reynolds at ghs-tickets@grotoncs.org
* Call 607-898-5803
* Purchase at the door
You have 3 chances to come watch this production!
March 19, 20 & 21 at 7:00 PM in the High School Auditorium
General Admission - $10
Children under 10 - $5
Options of how to purchase tickets:
* Email Sarah Reynolds at ghs-tickets@grotoncs.org
* Call 607-898-5803
* Purchase at the door
As our One School, One Book event comes to an end, we are excited to invite our school community to a special evening with David Black, Magician!
This year, Groton Elementary students took part in reading Rump: The True Story of Rumpelstiltskin by Liesl Shurtliff as our One School, One Book selection. We are looking forward to celebrating the end of this shared reading experience with a fun-filled night of magic, wonder, and family enjoyment.
🪄 Wednesday, March 18
📍 Groton Elementary School
⏰ Show: 6:00–7:00 PM
📝 Sign-in begins at 5:30 PM
This event is open to students in UPK3 through Grade 5, and students must be accompanied by an adult.
We hope to see you there for a magical evening at GES!
#GrotonElementary #OneSchoolOneBook #Rump #LieslShurtliff #EveningOfMagic #GrotonCSD #FamilyEngagement
Middle School * Spring* Dance
The Red Hawks are headed to States and Sectionals this week!
Groton High School presents......Oliver!
You have 3 chances to come watch this production!
March 19, 20 & 21 at 7:00 PM in the High School Auditorium
General Admission - $10
Children under 10 - $5
You have 3 chances to come watch this production!
March 19, 20 & 21 at 7:00 PM in the High School Auditorium
General Admission - $10
Children under 10 - $5
💥📚 POW! Comic Book Club is coming to GES! 🎨✍️
As part of our 21st Century After-School Program, students will read comics, discuss them, and create their very own comics with Mrs. Marchewka!
✅ Who: 3rd–5th Grade
🗓 When: After school Mondays & Wednesdays
📅 Dates: March 2 – April 15
⚠️ Limited spots available — sign up as soon as possible!
#GrotonElementary #21stCentury #AfterSchoolProgram #ComicBookClub #CreateReadDraw #StudentCreativity
As part of our 21st Century After-School Program, students will read comics, discuss them, and create their very own comics with Mrs. Marchewka!
✅ Who: 3rd–5th Grade
🗓 When: After school Mondays & Wednesdays
📅 Dates: March 2 – April 15
⚠️ Limited spots available — sign up as soon as possible!
#GrotonElementary #21stCentury #AfterSchoolProgram #ComicBookClub #CreateReadDraw #StudentCreativity
📚✨ Author Visit Coming to Groton! ✨📚
We’re excited to share that New York Times bestselling author Liesl Shurtliff will be visiting our school on Monday, March 10 for several fun, interactive presentations with our students!
Want a signed copy of one of her books? Families can pre-order now through February 24 and receive 10% off using code: Groton at checkout. Orders will be shipped to the school, signed on the day of the visit, and sent home with students.
✅ Pre-order link: www.lieslshurtliff.com/virtualstore
(or scan the QR code on the flyer)
📌 Already have a copy at home? Feel free to send it in on March 10—Liesl is happy to sign books purchased elsewhere too!
We’re looking forward to a fun and inspiring day! 💙📖
#GrotonElementary #AuthorVisit #LieslShurtliff #ReadingCommunity #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyMatters
We’re excited to share that New York Times bestselling author Liesl Shurtliff will be visiting our school on Monday, March 10 for several fun, interactive presentations with our students!
Want a signed copy of one of her books? Families can pre-order now through February 24 and receive 10% off using code: Groton at checkout. Orders will be shipped to the school, signed on the day of the visit, and sent home with students.
✅ Pre-order link: www.lieslshurtliff.com/virtualstore
(or scan the QR code on the flyer)
📌 Already have a copy at home? Feel free to send it in on March 10—Liesl is happy to sign books purchased elsewhere too!
We’re looking forward to a fun and inspiring day! 💙📖
#GrotonElementary #AuthorVisit #LieslShurtliff #ReadingCommunity #FamilyEngagement #LiteracyMatters
🧱✨ BRIDGE Girls is coming to the Cortland YWCA! ✨🧱
Looking for a fun, hands-on opportunity for your child to build confidence and friendships? BRIDGE Girls is a free LEGO® program for girls ages 8–12, launching as a 12-week program starting February 2026.
Participants will build with LEGO® while strengthening teamwork, problem-solving, and social connections — one brick at a time!
✅ Important note: BRIDGE Girls is offered as part of the GEMS research study, so families will need to enroll in the study to participate. (Full details will be shared with interested families before the program begins.)
📲 To learn more: scan the QR code on the flyer or email Jason Page at jason.page@cortland.edu
Looking for a fun, hands-on opportunity for your child to build confidence and friendships? BRIDGE Girls is a free LEGO® program for girls ages 8–12, launching as a 12-week program starting February 2026.
Participants will build with LEGO® while strengthening teamwork, problem-solving, and social connections — one brick at a time!
✅ Important note: BRIDGE Girls is offered as part of the GEMS research study, so families will need to enroll in the study to participate. (Full details will be shared with interested families before the program begins.)
📲 To learn more: scan the QR code on the flyer or email Jason Page at jason.page@cortland.edu
GES Spirit Week is fast approaching! 🎉💗
Join us for Spirit Week 2026 (Feb. 9–13) — and help us celebrate the 100th Day of School on Friday!
🗓️ Theme Days
Monday (2/9): Tie Dye Day 🌈
Tuesday (2/10): Sports Day 🏀⚽️
Wednesday (2/11): Pajama Day 😴
Thursday (2/12): Disney Day 🏰✨
Friday (2/13): Dress Like You’re 100! 👵👴
We CAN’T wait to see what you come up with! 📸
#GES #SpiritWeek #GrotonElementary #SchoolCommunity #100thDayOfSchool
Join us for Spirit Week 2026 (Feb. 9–13) — and help us celebrate the 100th Day of School on Friday!
🗓️ Theme Days
Monday (2/9): Tie Dye Day 🌈
Tuesday (2/10): Sports Day 🏀⚽️
Wednesday (2/11): Pajama Day 😴
Thursday (2/12): Disney Day 🏰✨
Friday (2/13): Dress Like You’re 100! 👵👴
We CAN’T wait to see what you come up with! 📸
#GES #SpiritWeek #GrotonElementary #SchoolCommunity #100thDayOfSchool
Congratulations, Lady Red Hawks Basketball!
🧪✨ Mark your calendars! ✨🧪
Join us for the 2026 GES Science Fair—we can’t wait to see our students’ creativity and curiosity on display!
📅 Thursday, May 14th
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 GES STEAM Lab
Families and community members—come enjoy an evening of student projects, discovery, and a celebration of science! 🔬🌟
See you there! 😊
#GES #ScienceFair #STEAM #GrotonElementary #FutureScientists #LearningIsFun
Join us for the 2026 GES Science Fair—we can’t wait to see our students’ creativity and curiosity on display!
📅 Thursday, May 14th
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 GES STEAM Lab
Families and community members—come enjoy an evening of student projects, discovery, and a celebration of science! 🔬🌟
See you there! 😊
#GES #ScienceFair #STEAM #GrotonElementary #FutureScientists #LearningIsFun
💖 Groton Valentine Dance is coming up! 💖
Calling all UPK–5 students and families—join us for a fun night of music, dancing, and smiles!
🗓️ Friday, February 13 | 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Groton Jr./Sr. High School Cafeteria
🍪 Refreshments provided
💵 $10 per student (includes adult admission) OR $25 per family
✅ Students must attend with an adult.
🎓 Proceeds support the Class of 2026.
Calling all UPK–5 students and families—join us for a fun night of music, dancing, and smiles!
🗓️ Friday, February 13 | 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Groton Jr./Sr. High School Cafeteria
🍪 Refreshments provided
💵 $10 per student (includes adult admission) OR $25 per family
✅ Students must attend with an adult.
🎓 Proceeds support the Class of 2026.
🚨 Important Transportation Information for Friday January 30, 2026 🚨
With the temperatures expected to be so cold tomorrow morning, any walkers who would like to ride the bus may do so. Bus drivers have been instructed to stop for any children signaling them down.
Below is the process that should be followed:
✅ Signal the driver with a hand/arm wave.
✅ Wait safely on the sidewalk until the bus comes to a full stop.
If there are any changes, we will be sure to inform parents/families as soon as possible.
With the temperatures expected to be so cold tomorrow morning, any walkers who would like to ride the bus may do so. Bus drivers have been instructed to stop for any children signaling them down.
Below is the process that should be followed:
✅ Signal the driver with a hand/arm wave.
✅ Wait safely on the sidewalk until the bus comes to a full stop.
If there are any changes, we will be sure to inform parents/families as soon as possible.
🎳 Strike Out for Youth — Sign Up Today! 🎳
We’re sharing this on behalf of the Cornell Cooperative Extension.
Join us Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 at Memory Lanes @ The Corona Club (196 Main Street, Groton) with time slots at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
✅ 2-person teams
✅ 9-Pin No-Tap Bowling (Get 9 = a strike!)
✅ Proceeds support Groton Summer Camp!
Registration (pay day of event):
• $25 cash / $30 credit card
👉 Sign up: https://bit.ly/bowling26
Please fill out a form for each person participating.
Questions? Email Keith Davenport: kd528@cornell.edu
We’re sharing this on behalf of the Cornell Cooperative Extension.
Join us Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 at Memory Lanes @ The Corona Club (196 Main Street, Groton) with time slots at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
✅ 2-person teams
✅ 9-Pin No-Tap Bowling (Get 9 = a strike!)
✅ Proceeds support Groton Summer Camp!
Registration (pay day of event):
• $25 cash / $30 credit card
👉 Sign up: https://bit.ly/bowling26
Please fill out a form for each person participating.
Questions? Email Keith Davenport: kd528@cornell.edu
