💥📚 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
🧪✨ 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.
Come and dance the night away on February 13th from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. This event is open to kids in grades UPK - 5th.
All children MUST be accompanied by an adult! All proceeds will benefit the Groton Senior Class of 2026!
All children MUST be accompanied by an adult! All proceeds will benefit the Groton Senior Class of 2026!
🎳 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
📣 PTO Update: Our January PTO meeting is now TODAY at 5:00 PM (time change due to a last-minute conflict).📍 Room 35
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
Due to anticipated weather conditions, the Groton Central School District will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026.
Please stay safe, stay warm, and take care. ❄️
Please stay safe, stay warm, and take care. ❄️
✨ NEW 21st Century After-School Club Opportunity: Dance Fitness! ✨
Grades 2–4 are invited to join Ms. Garrahan for a fun Dance Fitness Club—a great way to clear your mind, move your body, and have fun after school! 🎶🕺
📅 When: Mondays & Wednesdays after school
🗓️ Dates: 1/26, 1/28, 2/2, 2/4, 2/9, 2/11
📍 Where: Small Gym
✅ Spots are first come, first serve!
📄 Permission slips are available—please return them as soon as possible to reserve a spot!
Dance Fitness
#21stCentury #AfterSchoolClub #DanceFitness #GrotonElementary
Grades 2–4 are invited to join Ms. Garrahan for a fun Dance Fitness Club—a great way to clear your mind, move your body, and have fun after school! 🎶🕺
📅 When: Mondays & Wednesdays after school
🗓️ Dates: 1/26, 1/28, 2/2, 2/4, 2/9, 2/11
📍 Where: Small Gym
✅ Spots are first come, first serve!
📄 Permission slips are available—please return them as soon as possible to reserve a spot!
Dance Fitness
#21stCentury #AfterSchoolClub #DanceFitness #GrotonElementary
Come and dance the night away on February 13th from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. This event is open to kids in grades UPK - 5th.
All children MUST be accompanied by an adult! All proceeds will benefit the Groton Senior Class of 2026!
All children MUST be accompanied by an adult! All proceeds will benefit the Groton Senior Class of 2026!
Groton Elementary is about to take part in a special, schoolwide shared reading event. On Friday, January 23rd, every family (UPK4- grade 5) will receive a copy of RUMP: The (Fairly) True Tale of Rumpelstiltskin and will be asked to read it together at home over the next few weeks. We are excited to bring this program back to our families for year 3! This year will be extra special as we will meet the book's author, Liesl Shurtliff, when she visits Groton Elementary School in March! We hope you will join us on this reading adventure!
🧘♀️ Yoga Class with Groton Recreation! 🧘♂️
Posting on behalf of the Town & Village of Groton Recreation Department.
Looking to move, stretch, and reset? Groton Recreation is offering Yoga Classes that blend Hatha + Vinyasa styles—connecting body, mind, and breath through an energizing series of postures and flowing movement.
✅ Open to all abilities
✅ Variety of yoga styles
✅ Mind-body connection
📌 Learn more + register here:
https://grotonny.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29884
Posting on behalf of the Town & Village of Groton Recreation Department.
Looking to move, stretch, and reset? Groton Recreation is offering Yoga Classes that blend Hatha + Vinyasa styles—connecting body, mind, and breath through an energizing series of postures and flowing movement.
✅ Open to all abilities
✅ Variety of yoga styles
✅ Mind-body connection
📌 Learn more + register here:
https://grotonny.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29884
Groton Elementary is about to take part in a special, schoolwide shared reading event. On Friday, January 23rd, every family (UPK4- grade 5) will receive a copy of RUMP: The (Fairly) True Tale of Rumpelstiltskin and will be asked to read it together at home over the next few weeks. We are excited to bring this program back to our families for year 3! This year will be extra special as we will meet the book's author, Liesl Shurtliff, when she visits Groton Elementary School in March! We hope you will join us on this reading adventure!
🌟 Groton Elementary 21st Century After-School Opportunities 🌟
We’re excited to offer a few 21st Century after-school options for students—each designed to support learning, confidence, and connection with peers!
📚 Little Readers Club (Mrs. Scaglione & Ms. Bell)
Thursdays: 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12
Pick-up/transportation options included on the permission slip.
Return permission slip by: 1/22/26
🤝 Friendship Club (Mrs. Scaglione & Ms. Bell – Library)
Wednesdays: 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4
Time: 3:00–4:15 PM
✅ First 15 spots (first come, first served)
🍎 Snacks are not provided—please pack a snack!
Return slips by: 1/21
📩 Be sure to check backpacks for permission slips and return them by the deadlines listed. We’re grateful to offer these supports and enrichment opportunities for our students! ❤️🦅
We’re excited to offer a few 21st Century after-school options for students—each designed to support learning, confidence, and connection with peers!
📚 Little Readers Club (Mrs. Scaglione & Ms. Bell)
Thursdays: 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12
Pick-up/transportation options included on the permission slip.
Return permission slip by: 1/22/26
🤝 Friendship Club (Mrs. Scaglione & Ms. Bell – Library)
Wednesdays: 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4
Time: 3:00–4:15 PM
✅ First 15 spots (first come, first served)
🍎 Snacks are not provided—please pack a snack!
Return slips by: 1/21
📩 Be sure to check backpacks for permission slips and return them by the deadlines listed. We’re grateful to offer these supports and enrichment opportunities for our students! ❤️🦅
🎉 21st Century After-School Programs are here! 🎉
Groton Elementary students have some awesome after-school opportunities coming up—creative, hands-on, and built for fun, teamwork, and imagination!
✅ LEGO Club (K–2) – Cafeteria
📅 Wednesdays: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | ⏰ 3:00–4:15 PM
👩🏫 With Mrs. Scaglione & Ms. Bell | First 15 spots (first come, first served)
🍎 Please pack a snack
✅ LEGO Club (Grades 3–5) – Cafeteria
📅 Thursdays: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | ⏰ 3:00–4:15 PM
👩🏫 With Mrs. Scaglione & Ms. Bell | First 15 spots (first come, first served)
🍎 Please pack a snack
✅ Scrapbook Club – Library
📅 Mondays: 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 1/6, 1/13 | ⏰ 3:00–4:15 PM
👩🏫 With Mrs. Cute, Mrs. Scaglione & Mrs. Swansbrough | First 15 spots
✅ Tiny Adventures (UPK & K)
📅 Wednesdays after school: Jan 21 – Mar 4
🧸 Sensory play + imagination + movement + outdoor exploration (weather permitting)
⭐ 12 spots (fall waiting list has priority)
✅ Imagine That! (Grades 1–2)
📅 Tuesdays after school: Jan 20 – Mar 3
🎨 Creativity, collaboration, art, building, problem-solving, and play
⭐ 12 spots (fall waiting list has priority; remaining spots filled at random)
✅ Buddy Builders Club – Small Gym
📅 Thursdays: 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/5
🤝 Activities focused on cooperation, communication, teamwork, and building skills
📌 Permission slips/registration forms are coming home—please return them as soon as possible. Spots are limited!
Groton Elementary students have some awesome after-school opportunities coming up—creative, hands-on, and built for fun, teamwork, and imagination!
✅ LEGO Club (K–2) – Cafeteria
📅 Wednesdays: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | ⏰ 3:00–4:15 PM
👩🏫 With Mrs. Scaglione & Ms. Bell | First 15 spots (first come, first served)
🍎 Please pack a snack
✅ LEGO Club (Grades 3–5) – Cafeteria
📅 Thursdays: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 | ⏰ 3:00–4:15 PM
👩🏫 With Mrs. Scaglione & Ms. Bell | First 15 spots (first come, first served)
🍎 Please pack a snack
✅ Scrapbook Club – Library
📅 Mondays: 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 1/6, 1/13 | ⏰ 3:00–4:15 PM
👩🏫 With Mrs. Cute, Mrs. Scaglione & Mrs. Swansbrough | First 15 spots
✅ Tiny Adventures (UPK & K)
📅 Wednesdays after school: Jan 21 – Mar 4
🧸 Sensory play + imagination + movement + outdoor exploration (weather permitting)
⭐ 12 spots (fall waiting list has priority)
✅ Imagine That! (Grades 1–2)
📅 Tuesdays after school: Jan 20 – Mar 3
🎨 Creativity, collaboration, art, building, problem-solving, and play
⭐ 12 spots (fall waiting list has priority; remaining spots filled at random)
✅ Buddy Builders Club – Small Gym
📅 Thursdays: 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/5
🤝 Activities focused on cooperation, communication, teamwork, and building skills
📌 Permission slips/registration forms are coming home—please return them as soon as possible. Spots are limited!
The Groton Recreation Department asked us to share the following opportunity for our Redhawks 🏀
Basketball Skills & Drills registration is now OPEN for students in Kindergarten–4th Grade!
📅 Saturdays, Jan. 10–Feb. 7
Kindergarten: 9:00–9:45 AM
1st Grade: 9:45–10:30 AM
2nd Grade: 10:30–11:15 AM
📅 3rd & 4th Grade: Tuesdays & Thursdays, Jan. 6–Jan. 29, 5:00–6:00 PM
💲 Registration fee: $25
For more information and to register, visit www.grotonnyrecreation.com
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Come build your skills, have fun, and hoop with friends! 🏀
Basketball Skills & Drills registration is now OPEN for students in Kindergarten–4th Grade!
📅 Saturdays, Jan. 10–Feb. 7
Kindergarten: 9:00–9:45 AM
1st Grade: 9:45–10:30 AM
2nd Grade: 10:30–11:15 AM
📅 3rd & 4th Grade: Tuesdays & Thursdays, Jan. 6–Jan. 29, 5:00–6:00 PM
💲 Registration fee: $25
For more information and to register, visit www.grotonnyrecreation.com
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Come build your skills, have fun, and hoop with friends! 🏀
❄️🎶 Schedule Update – Mark Your Calendars! 🎶❄️
Due to our snow day on December 2, the 6–8th Grade Winter Concert has been rescheduled to Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the Groton Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium. 🎺🎷
To help families enjoy both events, we’re also shifting the time of our GES family night. Join us for “Not So Silent Night” at Groton Elementary School (516 Elm Street) on Thursday, December 18th from 5:00–6:30 PM for crafts, games, music, and holiday magic! ✨
All students in UPK3–Grade 5 are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult.
Come enjoy a festive evening at GES and then head over to the Jr./Sr. High School to cheer on our 6th–8th grade musicians at the Winter Concert! 🎄🥁❤️
Due to our snow day on December 2, the 6–8th Grade Winter Concert has been rescheduled to Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the Groton Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium. 🎺🎷
To help families enjoy both events, we’re also shifting the time of our GES family night. Join us for “Not So Silent Night” at Groton Elementary School (516 Elm Street) on Thursday, December 18th from 5:00–6:30 PM for crafts, games, music, and holiday magic! ✨
All students in UPK3–Grade 5 are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult.
Come enjoy a festive evening at GES and then head over to the Jr./Sr. High School to cheer on our 6th–8th grade musicians at the Winter Concert! 🎄🥁❤️
🎄 Groton STEAM AG Holiday Toy Drive! 🎄
This holiday season, we’re partnering with Golisano Children’s Hospital to help bring smiles to kids spending the holidays in the hospital.
We’re collecting new:
🖍️ Crayola crayons
📚 Coloring books for all ages
🧸 Infant & toddler toys
💫 Sensory items
📍 Drop-off Location:
Groton Elementary or Jr./Sr. High School main lobby
📅 Dates: December 3rd–18th
Thank you for helping us spread joy and kindness this holiday season! ❤️
This holiday season, we’re partnering with Golisano Children’s Hospital to help bring smiles to kids spending the holidays in the hospital.
We’re collecting new:
🖍️ Crayola crayons
📚 Coloring books for all ages
🧸 Infant & toddler toys
💫 Sensory items
📍 Drop-off Location:
Groton Elementary or Jr./Sr. High School main lobby
📅 Dates: December 3rd–18th
Thank you for helping us spread joy and kindness this holiday season! ❤️
