Class of 2011 car wash on Saturday

Want to get a clean car and support the Freshman class?  Stop by the Class of 2011 car wash on Saturday, May 10th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Brown's Ford, Route 30A on the Johnstown Arterial.  See you there!

50th annual Fulton County Art Show opens May 4th

GMS Select Choir performs at Boys and Girls Club fundraiser

On April 26^th, under the direction of Valene Synakowski, the GMS Select Choir performed at the very first annual Boys and Girls Club of Fulton County benefit fundraiser.  This is the first year that the club and all of its services have been made available to our community. The Boys & Girls Club is moving into the Gloversville YWCA, 3rd floor later this month. The club is open to youth ages 6 to 12. Membership is $2.00 for youth ages 6 to 12 and $5.00 for youth ages 13 to 18. This fee covers a year membership and allows them to attend all club programs. For more information, please contact Laurie Abbott at 773-5860 or email at aliant@nycap.rr.com.

Meal prices to change on May 1

Effective Thursday, May 1, meal prices at school cafeteria will change for students who pay full price for their meals.  Students receiving reduced price or free meals will not be affected by this change.  Breakfast will now be $.75 for grades K-5 and $1.00 for grades 6-12.  Lunch will now be $1.50 for grades K-5 and $2.00 for grades 6-12.  Milk will now be $.35 for grades K-12.  For parents of elementary students who pay weekly for snack milk, the new milk rate will start on Monday, May 5th.

Members of the Class of 2008 receive acceptance letters from over eighty colleges

High school seniors know that April is an anxious month, but the members of the Gloversville High School Class of 2008 have many reasons to smile.  Our students have been accepted to a wide variety of colleges and universities, including some of the most selective public and private colleges in the nation.  A complete list of where our students have been accepted is found here. These opportunities are a result of the students' hard work and dedication, and of the overall strength of the academic program of our district.  Seniors have also enlisted in various branches of the armed forces, while others have gained employment.  Best of luck to all in your future endeavors.

Class of 1988 seeks its members for upcoming reunion

The Gloversville High School Class of 1988 is having its 20th class reunion this July. If you were a member of the GHS Class of 1988, please go to www.1988ghs.com for details.

Gloversville Masterminds eliminates Voorheesville, LaSalle Institute, and Bethlehem from playoffs

The Gloversville High Masterminds team advanced to the final six of the Capital Region yesterday at Shaker High School.  After dropping their first match of the day to Albany High, the team rebounded in the double elimination tournament to eliminate Voorheesville. The team then avenged last year's televised loss to LaSalle, sending the Cadets out of the tournament.  In yesterday's final match, Gloversville dispatched two-time defending Capital District and New York State champion Bethlehem High.  Kudos to seniors Matt Millington, Tyler Horton, Cristin White, and junior Jim Bielli for four well-played matches.  The team now advances to the final round of playoffs in late May.

Parents reminded to use proper drop-off zones at schools

When dropping students off at school, please follow all marked traffic patterns.  Dropping students outside of designated drop-off areas creates hazards for our students, and disrupts traffic flow for all.  At the high school, do not drop your children off in front of the school.  We want all our children to be safe.

District and school report cards now easier to access

New York State's official school report cards are now easily obtainable through our website.  For the entire district's report card, click on the District Report Card link on the navigation bar to the left.  For each individual school's report card, go to that school's homepage, and click on the School Report Card link on that school's navigation bar.

Gloversville Teachers Association to hold annual clothing and book giveaway

On Saturday, April 5th, at McNab elementary school from 9 a.m until 12 p.m., the Gloversville Teachers Association will be holding their annual children's clothing and book giveaway.  All items are free, and clothing for children of all sizes will be available.  Books for adults and children will also be given away.  All items have been donated by district teachers and their families.

Gloversville athletes earn more academic, league honors

The GHS Boys' Basketball and Girls' Indoor Track teams were recently honored as New York State Scholar-Athlete teams, with team averages of 90.851, and 93.788, respectively.  Also, several students were named to Foothills Council All-star teams.  In boys basketball, Matt Baldwin was named league MVP, and Ryan McCloskey was named to the third team.  In bowling, DJ Hilts and Stephen Morehouse were honored as second team.  In swimming, several GHS swimmers were lauded, with Dillon Zumbolo named first team 50 Freestyle and second team 100 Butterfly, John Raad second team 50 Freestyle and 100 Backstroke, Josh Morey first team Diving, Dustin Conrad second team Diving, Nick Mosconi second team 500 Freestyle, and Dillon Zumbolo, Nick Mosconi, Jon Raad, Chris Mosconi first team 400 Freestyle.  Congratulations to all our athletes for their outstanding seasons.

Park Terrace one of three regional schools participating in Proctors Theatre program

The fourth grade classes at Park Terrace Elementary School represent one of only three regional elementary schools that will be participating in the Proctors Theatre’s “Stories that Dance” program. The program takes an original story that the students have written, and works with them to teach them how to effectively choreograph, stage, and light their stories. The students then work with members of the Northeast Ballet Company, under the direction of Artistic Director, Darlene Myers, to perform the show at Proctors. Park Terrace’s original story is titled, “Learning a Lesson in Fancyland.” Theater personnel worked with the students each afternoon the week of March 10^th. Stories that Dance will be performed at 10 am and 7 pm on Tuesday, March 25^th at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased in advance at the box office, or on the day of the event.

Nathan Littauer Hospital thanks GHS students

Susanne Fitzgerald's Spanish language students recently had a chance to apply their skills and do some valuable community service at the same time.  Thirty-one GHS students worked on a project to translate documents from English to Spanish for Nathan Littauer Hospital patients.  In a letter to the school, hospital President and CEO Laurence Kelly thanked the students, noting that "their final product will be used hundreds of times in the next few years to allow our patients and their families to fully understand the healthcare they will receive."  Students participating in this project were:  Shaun Anich, Jarred Antonucci, Patrick Baird, Matt Baldwin, Donte Bothel, Heidi Buanno, Michael Capano, Claire Cellary, Andrew Chaverri, Dustin Conrad, Alison Farnham, Andrew Ficili, Kelli Garguilo, LaShonda Gifford, Randy Hollenbeck, Joe LaPorta, Nate McGregor, Josh Morey, Samantha Nealon, Julia Nellis, Diedre Pinkerton, Kathleen Planten, Sharlene Planten, Tom Plumadore, Ashley Rowback, Jon Schultz, James Smith, Nicole Webber, Gabriel Wells, Laura Williams, and Brittany Yost.

Celebrating student achievement

Visitors to Gloversville High School will notice a big change in the public areas surrounding the main office.  Located in the display cases are photographs of three very special groups of students.  First, framed pictures of our Academic All-Stars, those who have maintained a 90% average, are located across from the main office.  Secondly, large photographs of our Dream Team, those students who have improved their grade point average the most in a given quarter, are located near the Principal's conference room.  Finally, near the school store, there are portraits of the GHS Students of the Month. These students are nominated by their teachers for excellent work, and receive a limousine ride from Primavera Limousine Service to the Rail Yard restaurant for a free lunch.  Special thanks to Mr. Jim Robare for his efforts to make these recognition programs a reality and to Mr. Jason Harrod and many others for their efforts in photography and framing.  For more information as to those recognized, visit the Gloversville High School website here.

District athletic information now more accessible

The Athletic Department is pleased to announce the launching of the Gloversville page of highschoolsports.net. This comprehensive tool allows access to schedules, results, statistics, directions to away contests and more for all sports from the modified through varsity levels.  Whether you are an athlete, a parent, or a fan, be sure to check out and bookmark the Gloversville page located here.

Kindergarten registration process to begin

Children who become 5 years old on or before December 1, 2008 are eligible for kindergarten starting in September 2008.  Parents are asked to call their neighborhood school to set up an appointment.

 Kingsborough School  (775-5730)                 April 23, 24

 Boulevard  School  (775-5740)                     April 29, 30, May 1

 Park Terrace School   (775-5750)                 May 5, 6

 McNab/Meco School at Meco (775-5770)      May 7, 8, 9

Questions about absences, early releases, and excuses

Often, parents are unsure what their responsibilities are when their child is absent from school.  The Board of Education has a clear policy as to what constitutes excused and unexcused absences, and what parental actions are necessary to excuse a child from school.  A copy of this policy can be found here.

Not sure where to pick up and drop off middle school students?

For visitors unfamiliar with the designated student pick up / drop off locations at Gloversville Middle School, click here to view a chart that details the main traffic pattern at the school and here to view the Lincoln Street entrance traffic pattern.
  

The 2007-08 district calendar is now online
Click here for the 2007-08 district calendar.

Looking for lunch?

School breakfast and lunch menus are now available online. Prices are to stay the same as last year. Prepaying for student meals is recommended. Those interested in prepaying for meals should contact Sandra Van Slyke, Food Service Director, 775-5708. Please note: Due to the construction at Boulevard Elementary School, an alternate lunch menu has been established for Boulevard students. As soon as the school's cafeteria is complete, Boulevard will receive the same menu as other district elementary schools.

Teachers bringing classrooms to the Internet
Currently more than 100 "teacher webs" have been launched. These sites are not only created by teachers. School counselors and nurses are also creating their own Web sites, as are coaches and even principals. (See teacher webs)

Looking for a form?
Click here for our forms and publications page, which has forms for staff and parents, including everything you need to register a new student. 

Read the Latest New York State Report Card
The NYS Education Department releases School Report Cards each year on every public school and district in the state. Based on some key assessments taken by students in New York public schools, the report cards provide achievement data on districts and schools, as compared to their past years' performances and to other similar schools. Click here to read the latest GESD state report card. 

No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
Just the Facts for New York State Parents
NCLB is a federal law to improve education for all children. It holds schools responsible for results, gives parents greater choices, and promotes teaching methods that work. This overview from the New York State Education Department points out parts of the law that are important for parents to know. Read Overview.

Want to learn more about NCLB?
Check out Capital Region BOCES' new NCLB page. It includes up to date news and information as well as information for parents, teachers and administrators.

Date Last Updated: 05/09/2008