In the Speech Room, some students learn how to pronounce our sounds better. Sometimes we look at pictures to help us with our words. Other times, we use a mirror to help us see how our mouths move when we talk. We even have a monkey that repeats back what we say, so we can hear if we speak correctly.
Other students work on language skills. We learn about opposites, words that are in different categories and words that mean the same thing. Sometimes we learn when to pause when we speak. We also learn a lot of new vocabulary and grammar rules. We have fun while we learn!!! - Barbara Zachs, Speech Therapist
Fourth graders showcased what they've learned in math this year by creating a poster. The posters included concepts such as multiplication, multi-digit addition and subtraction, long division, and fractions. They invited their families in to share their learning. These fourth graders have learned so much! - Cristin Wojtas, 4th Grade Teacher
Today, May 14th, we would like to introduce our Superintendent for the Day, Mr. Sam Bavaro.
Sam is a third grade student at Wells Road Intermediate School. He saw the opportunity to be Superintendent for the day at the recent Gran-bee auction event and thought it would be a great fit for him. Sam liked the idea of being a Superintendent as he enjoys responsibility and leadership. One day he hopes to be an author.
A big Granby Public Schools welcome to Sam!
Congratulations to our Wells Road Teachers!
Mr. Whitten Shout Out!
Mrs Warner & Mrs. Lucas Shout Out!
Shout Out for Ms. Lagun-Brandao!
Shout Out to Mrs. Warner!
Shout Out to Mrs. Proto!
Congrats to the 5th grade Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Chorus on a fantastic Spring Concert! Mrs. Warner and Mrs. Lucas will miss you next year! Next up - the 3rd and 4th grade Chorus and Band concert is on Thursday, May9th and we hope to see you there!
A huge shoutout to some of our room 17 friends who helped Mrs. Proto present to the Board of Education last week. They shared about their classroom charter, and how important it is to their day-to-day functioning. The whole class helped by discussing ideas and topics that they thought were important for the BoE to hear about, and then 5 student presenters created their portion of our presentation, and shared both classroom and personal experiences with the members of the board and public who were in attendance. Special thanks to Ellie, Rachael, Alex, Owen and Kenny, and their families, for taking the time to work on this and come to the meeting. It was a raging success!
The Connecticut Library Association has presented Granby Public Schools and Granby Public Library with the 2024 Faith Hektoen Award for Outstanding Programs. We were recognized for the collaborative event, "Granby Children's Book Festival" held at Wells Road School this fall. Congratulations to our outstanding library media specialists and a huge thank you to Granby Education Foundation for funding this event!
Miss Stryker’s 3rd grade class receives postcards from family and friends around the world. The class is using the postcards as inspiration for their research project. Students chose a country they’d like to learn more about as they sharpen their research skills.
Please come out and support our Leo Club students and GMHS Senior Eleanor Hernsdorf! Alzheimer's is a devastating condition that impacts many of us so come out this Sunday and join the walk!
It was a PAWsitively wonderful day! Thank you to Willie and Ramber, and their handlers Karyn Cordner and Sally King from Bright Spot Therapy Dogs, Inc. 🐾
Tuesday, April 16th, 6:00pm, GMHS. Trooper First Class James White from the Connecticut State Police will lead an interactive session for parents and caregivers to explore a wide range of topics including the various social media platforms students use, their behaviors online, and how they employ games and apps to keep information hidden. Participating in this session (bring a phone, tablet or laptop) will help you stay-up-to-date with the latest trends and equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to help keep our children safe in the digital world.
*UPDATE** All Granby Public Schools will be CLOSED, Thursday, April 4 due to increased inclement weather conditions. Stay safe!
Buses, roadways, parking lots and sidewalks are coated in ice so Granby Public Schools will have a 2 hour delay today, Thursday, April 4th. Wells Road doors will open at 10:15. We will NOT begin testing this morning. Safe travels everyone! ❄️
Students, families & staff may nominate a Teacher of the Year using this form by April 16th.
https://forms.gle/HSzwXScmQEbYDKtw9
This week is paraprofessional and teaching assistant appreciation week. Please join me in expressing gratitude for our amazing paras and TAs that support our Granby students each and every day!
