❄️🎶 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! ❤️
🎄🥨 Groton Snack Drive! 🥨🎄
We’re collecting small, travel-size snacks to help support Groton families during the holidays and over break!
✅ What we’re looking for:
Small bags of chips
Travel-size trail mix
Applesauce pouches
Small boxes of cereal
Small fidget toys & small stuffed animals
🚫 Please do not send perishable or refrigerated items.
📍 Drop-off locations:
Groton Jr./Sr. High School Main Office
Mrs. DeForrest at Groton Elementary School
📅 All donations are due by Friday, December 19th.
Thank you for helping us spread a little extra holiday cheer to our Redhawk families! ❤️🦅
We’re collecting small, travel-size snacks to help support Groton families during the holidays and over break!
✅ What we’re looking for:
Small bags of chips
Travel-size trail mix
Applesauce pouches
Small boxes of cereal
Small fidget toys & small stuffed animals
🚫 Please do not send perishable or refrigerated items.
📍 Drop-off locations:
Groton Jr./Sr. High School Main Office
Mrs. DeForrest at Groton Elementary School
📅 All donations are due by Friday, December 19th.
Thank you for helping us spread a little extra holiday cheer to our Redhawk families! ❤️🦅
🏀 RED HAWKS BASKETBALL STORE is BACK OPEN! 🏀
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/6FHGVrX4gG
Store Open From: December 3 - December 15, 2025
📢 Reminder: GES Parent-Teacher Conferences – Friday, December 5th
On Friday, December 5th, Groton Elementary School will be holding Parent-Teacher Conferences.
There will be NO SCHOOL for students in UPK-3 through 5th grade at Groton Elementary School.
The Groton Jr/Sr High School (Grades 6–12) will operate on a normal schedule with a typical school day.
If you have any questions, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.
We appreciate your partnership and look forward to connecting about your child’s progress! 🍎✨
On Friday, December 5th, Groton Elementary School will be holding Parent-Teacher Conferences.
There will be NO SCHOOL for students in UPK-3 through 5th grade at Groton Elementary School.
The Groton Jr/Sr High School (Grades 6–12) will operate on a normal schedule with a typical school day.
If you have any questions, please contact your child’s classroom teacher.
We appreciate your partnership and look forward to connecting about your child’s progress! 🍎✨
Due to the current weather conditions and forecast, the Groton Central School District is CLOSED today, Tuesday, December 2nd.
Enjoy the snow, stay warm, and have a safe and wonderful snow day, Redhawks! ☃️🧣🧤
Enjoy the snow, stay warm, and have a safe and wonderful snow day, Redhawks! ☃️🧣🧤
Due to today’s weather conditions, the Groton Central School District will be operating on a two-hour delay.
We are seeking a Long-Term Substitute 3rd Grade Teacher at Groton Elementary School beginning in mid-January 2026 (approximately 8 weeks).
We’re looking for a caring, student-centered educator who is ready to step into a supportive team and help our 3rd graders continue to grow and thrive.
📍 Position: LTS 3rd Grade Teacher
📅 Tentative Start Date: January 15, 2026
📅 Application Deadline: December 19, 2025
📝 To Apply: Please upload your cover letter, resume, and current letters of recommendation via OLAS:
🔗 https://olasjobs.org/job-details/GRON0362963-3014
If you have any questions, please email the Building Principal, Mr. Doane, at adoane@grotoncs.org.
#GrotonPride #GrotonElementary #TeachingJobs #EducationCareers
We’re looking for a caring, student-centered educator who is ready to step into a supportive team and help our 3rd graders continue to grow and thrive.
📍 Position: LTS 3rd Grade Teacher
📅 Tentative Start Date: January 15, 2026
📅 Application Deadline: December 19, 2025
📝 To Apply: Please upload your cover letter, resume, and current letters of recommendation via OLAS:
🔗 https://olasjobs.org/job-details/GRON0362963-3014
If you have any questions, please email the Building Principal, Mr. Doane, at adoane@grotoncs.org.
#GrotonPride #GrotonElementary #TeachingJobs #EducationCareers
Groton Central Schools Music Department is excited to kick off a season of music with three Winter Concerts! ❄️🎶
📅 Tuesday, December 2nd – 6–8th Grade Winter Concert
Join us in the Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium at 6:30 PM as our middle school musicians share festive favorites and show off all they’ve been working on.
📅 Tuesday, December 9th – High School Winter Concert
Our Wind Ensemble & High School Chorus will take the stage at 6:30 PM in the Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium for an evening of beautiful winter music.
📅 Tuesday, December 16th – Groton Combined Winter Concert
Enjoy performances by the 5th Grade Band, 4th & 5th Grade Chorus, and the Groton Community Band at 6:30 PM in the High School Auditorium.
Bring your family and friends and help us celebrate the hard work of our student (and community!) musicians. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎺🎤🎄
📅 Tuesday, December 2nd – 6–8th Grade Winter Concert
Join us in the Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium at 6:30 PM as our middle school musicians share festive favorites and show off all they’ve been working on.
📅 Tuesday, December 9th – High School Winter Concert
Our Wind Ensemble & High School Chorus will take the stage at 6:30 PM in the Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium for an evening of beautiful winter music.
📅 Tuesday, December 16th – Groton Combined Winter Concert
Enjoy performances by the 5th Grade Band, 4th & 5th Grade Chorus, and the Groton Community Band at 6:30 PM in the High School Auditorium.
Bring your family and friends and help us celebrate the hard work of our student (and community!) musicians. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎺🎤🎄
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING TODAY'S - 11/19/2025 - AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Groton Middle School presents:
Peter Panic
November 20th at 7 PM
New York State Cross Country Championships on Saturday - Ross Bush placed 14th!
We are sharing this information on behalf of the Groton Community Cupboard.
If your family is in need of support, the Groton Community Cupboard is here to help. The pantry is open to anyone in our community who may need food or assistance.
📍 Location: 122 Spring St., Groton
🕒 Hours:
• Sundays: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Mondays: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Thursdays: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
If transportation is a challenge, please contact Jean at 607-382-4581 for assistance.
We are grateful for this resource and encourage anyone who may benefit to reach out.
If your family is in need of support, the Groton Community Cupboard is here to help. The pantry is open to anyone in our community who may need food or assistance.
📍 Location: 122 Spring St., Groton
🕒 Hours:
• Sundays: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Mondays: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Thursdays: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
If transportation is a challenge, please contact Jean at 607-382-4581 for assistance.
We are grateful for this resource and encourage anyone who may benefit to reach out.
Great Job, Red Hawks on Honor Roll and High Honor Roll for Q1 of the 2025-2026 School Year!
Good Luck to Ross Bush at the NYSPHSAA State Cross Country Championships
Saturday 11/15
The Groton boys secured an impressive **3rd place** at the Section 4 Cross Country Championships!
Red Hawks Varsity Boys Soccer and Varsity Volleyball Leave a Lasting Impression with Their Sportsmanship this Season!
2025 Red Hawks Football last game Victory!
Congratulations to TST BOCES Career & Tech Center Outstanding Student of the Month for October.
