Gloversville Enlarged School District

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: #10 – Caelan Porter 🎓 Closing out our Top Ten of the Gloversville High School Class of 2025 is the incredible Caelan Porter, ranked tenth and the son of Marc and Bethany Porter. A powerhouse on and off the field, Caelan has been a standout Varsity athlete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball, earning leadership roles as Team Captain in all three sports. His athletic honors are nothing short of remarkable: 🏈 Times Union All-Star 🏈 Daily Gazette Area All-Star 🏈 NYS Sportswriters Association All-State Team – Class B Quarterback 🏈 NYS Section 2 All-Star ⚾️ Two-time NYS Section 2 All-Star in Baseball 📚 National Football Foundation Scholar Athlete Award Off the field, Caelan is a proud National Honor Society Member, and a recipient of the Academic Titan Award all four years at GHS. This fall, he’ll continue both his academic and athletic journey at SUNY Brockport, majoring in Physical Education and playing baseball, with dreams of becoming a PE teacher and coach one day. ⚾🏫 Congratulations, Caelan! Your dedication, leadership, and passion for both academics and athletics make you an inspiration. 📣 That wraps up our GHS Class of 2025 Top Ten Spotlight Series — help us celebrate these amazing students! #GHS2025 #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FutureCoach #ScholarAthlete

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: #9 – Preston Gillis 🎓 Introducing Preston Gillis, ranked ninth in the Gloversville High School Class of 2025! He is the son of Paul and Jennifer Gillis. Preston has been a true leader and innovator at GHS. He’s served as the Student Representative to the Board of Education, President of the Drama Club, PLTW Lab Technician and Engineering Manager, and Team Captain of the Masterminds Team. You’ve probably heard his voice on the morning announcements, too! Preston is also active in Jazz Band, Varsity Golf, National Honor Society, Student Government, Student Liaison Committee, and Key Club — truly a student who does it all. Beyond school, he runs two businesses: 🪵 The Split Maple Workshop – crafting cutting boards, custom furniture, and theater props 🎩 Presto Preston – where he performs as a magician and entertainer This fall, Preston will attend SUNY Polytechnic Institute, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. 🛠️✨ Congratulations, Preston! Your creativity, leadership, and drive are nothing short of magical. 📣 One more incredible student to go in our GHS Class of 2025 Top Ten series! #GHS2025 #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FutureEngineer #StudentEntrepreneur #PrestoPreston

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: #8 – Nicola Raffaele Di Grazia 🎓 Please help us celebrate Nicola Raffaele Di Grazia, ranked eighth in the Gloversville High School Class of 2025. He is the son of Jamie Di Grazia and the late Domenico Di Grazia. Nicola has shown remarkable versatility and commitment throughout high school, competing on the Varsity Tennis team his freshman and sophomore years, Varsity Golf his junior year, and Varsity Football his senior year. He is also a dedicated member of both the Key Club and the National Honor Society. Outside of school, Nicola enjoys woodworking, spending quality time with family, and staying active in his faith at the Church of the Holy Spirit. His passion for giving back is clear through his fundraising work with Project Purple and Relay for Life. This fall, Nicola will attend Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he will major in Architecture, ready to design and build the future. 🏛️📐 Congratulations, Nicola! Your heart, talent, and creativity will take you far. 📣 Stay tuned for more incredible students in the GHS Class of 2025 Top Ten! #GHS2025 #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FutureArchitect #WellRoundedLeader

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: #7 – LilyAna Sturgess 🎓 Let’s recognize LilyAna Sturgess, ranked seventh in the Gloversville High School Class of 2025! She is the child of Edward and Laura Sturgess. LilyAna has been a standout member of the GHS community, actively involved in Student Government, the National Honor Society, Key Club, and Jazz Band — showing her commitment to leadership, service, and creativity. This fall, she will attend the University at Buffalo to pursue a degree in Accounting, ready to balance the books and shape the future of business. 📊🧮 Congratulations, LilyAna! Your focus, involvement, and leadership are something to be proud of. 📣 More amazing students from the GHS Class of 2025 Top Ten coming soon! #GHS2025 #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FutureAccountant #StudentLeader

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: #6 – Skylar Matson 🎓 Join us in congratulating Skylar Matson, ranked sixth in the Gloversville High School Class of 2025! Skylar is the child of Jason Matson and Theresa Matson. Since freshman year, Skylar has been a dedicated and driven member of the Cross Country and Track & Field teams, consistently demonstrating determination, discipline, and heart as a student-athlete. This fall, Skylar will attend Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering, where he plans to continue solving problems and building the future. ⚙️📏 Congratulations, Skylar! Your persistence and work ethic will take you far. 📣 Don’t miss the rest of our GHS Class of 2025 Top Ten spotlights! #GHS2025 #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FutureEngineer #StudentAthlete

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: #5 – Emily Strauser 🎓 Let’s celebrate Emily Strauser, ranked 5th in the Gloversville High School Class of 2025! Emily is the proud child of R.J. and Charlene Strauser. Emily’s high school career has been nothing short of outstanding. She has served as Captain of the Varsity Soccer, Basketball, and Softball teams, and held leadership roles as President of the National Honor Society and Vice President of Student Government. She’s also been involved in Key Club, Drama Club, and Jazz Band — a true example of talent, leadership, and balance. Her excellence on the field earned her recognition as a Scholar Athlete for basketball and selection to the All-Star Team in softball. This fall, Emily will attend the University at Buffalo, where she plans to major in English Adolescent Education and minor in Theater. 📚🎭 Congratulations, Emily! Your leadership, talent, and passion will make a lasting impact in and out of the classroom. 📣 Stay tuned for more Top Ten spotlights from the GHS Class of 2025! #GHS2025 #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FutureEducator #StudentLeader

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: #4 – Salvatore Ambrosino 🎓 Meet Salvatore Ambrosino, ranked fourth in the Gloversville High School Class of 2025! He is the son of Karen Blackwood and Daniel Ambrosino. Salvatore has been a shining example of academic excellence and well-rounded involvement. He’s been an active member of the National Honor Society, Key Club, Student Government Association, and both Indoor and Outdoor Track teams. His strong work ethic and dedication to academics have earned him an outstanding GPA. This fall, Salvatore will attend the University at Buffalo, where he’ll major in Biology with plans to become a radiologist in the future. 🔬🩻 Congratulations, Salvatore! Your determination and focus are a blueprint for success. 📣 Stay with us as we continue spotlighting the incredible students of the GHS Class of 2025 Top Ten! #GHS2025 #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FutureRadiologist

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: #3 – Allison Ebersole 🎓 Let’s give a round of applause for Allison Ebersole, ranked third in the Gloversville High School Class of 2025! Allison is the daughter of Caetlin Ebersole and proud sister of Finley Ebersole. A dedicated student-athlete, Allison has been a strong competitor in both Varsity Track & Field and Swimming throughout high school. Beyond athletics, she’s been deeply involved in service through Key Club and numerous volunteer opportunities during the summer months. This fall, Allison will be attending the University of Vermont, where she will major in Psychological Science, continuing her journey of understanding the human mind and helping others. 🧠💬 Congratulations, Allison! Your drive, compassion, and curiosity will take you far. 📣 Keep following as we spotlight the amazing students in the GHS Class of 2025 Top Ten! #GHS2025 #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FuturePsychologist

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: Salutatorian – Jordan Collar 🎓 Please join us in celebrating the Class of 2025 Salutatorian, Jordan Collar — the son of Edward and Verneta Collar. A true scholar-athlete and leader, Jordan has made his mark at Gloversville High School both on and off the field. He played Varsity Basketball and Soccer, served in the Student Government Association, and held positions as both Class President and Vice President. Jordan is also a proud member of the National Honor Society. His commitment to others shines through his volunteer work with the Unified Basketball Team, showing that leadership is just as much about service as it is about success. This fall, Jordan will attend Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he’ll major in Mechanical Engineering and continue exploring his passion for problem-solving and innovation. 🔧📐 Congratulations, Jordan! Your future is engineered for greatness. 📣 Stay tuned as we continue to highlight the Top Ten of the GHS Class of 2025! #GHS2025 #Salutatorian #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FutureEngineer

🎓 GHS Top Ten Spotlight: Valedictorian – Krizzia Noelle Santander 🎓 We’re proud to introduce the Class of 2025 Valedictorian, Krizzia Noelle Santander — the daughter of Noel and Catherine Santander. Krizzia has left her mark at Gloversville High School with her incredible leadership, academic achievements, and commitment to service. She served as Vice President of her class, Key Club, and the National Honor Society, while also participating in Girls Varsity Soccer, Masterminds, and Battle of the Books. Outside of school, she gives back as a volunteer with the Fulton County SPCA. She’s also been recognized on a national scale as a U.S. Presidential Scholars Program nominee, RIT Women in STEM Award recipient, and Brown University Area Alumni Award winner. This fall, Krizzia will attend the University at Buffalo Honors College, where she’ll major in Pharmacy. 🧪💊 Congratulations, Krizzia — your future is as bright as your ambition! 📣 Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the Top Ten of GHS Class of 2025! #GHS2025 #Valedictorian #TopTenSpotlight #GloversvilleProud #FuturePharmacist

🌞 LEAPS Summer Program Enrollment is NOW OPEN! 📚🎨🧃 Looking for an exciting, educational, and FUN way to keep your kids engaged this summer? 🎉 The LEAPS Summer Program is here—and it’s the perfect opportunity for students to grow, explore, and make new friends in a safe and supportive environment! 👉 Sign up now: [ https://5il.co/3iw7m ] Have questions? Contact us at [ www.mentalhealthassociation.org ]! Let’s make this a summer to remember! 🌈✏️🍉 #LEAPSSummer #SummerLearning #FunAndLearning #RegisterNow

With the weather finally being nice, Mrs. Freebern and Mrs. Mulligan's US History class went outside to play a review game to prepare for their upcoming regents exam. Students matched important figures in US History with their notable accomplishments and achievements. Great job to everyone who participated!

Dear Parent/Guardian, Gloversville Enlarged School District will be using a new parent app, Stopfinder, for the upcoming school year. Stopfinder is the easy-to-use, all-in-one app that allows for the most accurate information about a scholar’s bus schedule at any time from anywhere. You have been selected to participate in a pilot of this new feature. As part of our pilot program, your participation will ensure that parents and guardians are receiving data as intended. This includes the initial invite being formatted in a user-friendly way, Announcements received in a reasonable time frame, and receiving GeoAlerts Alert notifications for your child. Upon first log in, the Primary Subscriber can see the scholars’ schedule in the app in what is called the “Student Card.” You will then also have the opportunity to set up a GeoAlert Alert Zone. Please watch this video to learn more about the features of Stopfinder GeoAlerts. Stopfinder requires an invite and registration through the district before accessing the scholar’s transportation schedule. Please watch for a Stopfinder invitation, which will be sent to your selected email address by Friday, June 6, 2025 Thank you, Kirsten Tompson PDF LINK: https://5il.co/3iw0z

Second graders at Park Terrace and Kingsborough have been corresponding all year through a letter writing activity facilitated by the school librarians. This week they met face to face for the first time! The planned picnic was held indoors due to the rain but fun was had by all. The pen pal activity is just one of the transition activities we hold to support our second graders in making a successful transition to third grade Boulevard Elementary school.

🎉 Congratulations, Cal Porter! 🎉 We’re proud to announce that Cal Porter has been named the 2024-2025 Fulton County Male Athlete of the Year! 🏆 The honor was awarded at the county banquet held at the Holiday Inn. We also want to recognize the Top 6 Athletes from Gloversville High School: 👏 Cal Porter 👏 Alex Towne 👏 Matt Iorio 👏 Emily Strauser 👏 Allison Ebersole 👏 Ariana Ferraro You’ve made us all proud—congratulations to each of you on your incredible achievements both on and off the field! 💪🎓 #GHSproud #StudentAthletes #FultonCountyAthleteOfTheYear #GloversvilleStrong

🎨🐾 Thank You, SPCA, The Chamber of Commerce, and our GESD Artists! 🐾🎨 A huge round of applause to all the GESD students who participated in the PAWtraits Project; your creativity, compassion, and talent brought so much joy to our community. All of your whimsical portraits of shelter dogs from our local SPCA were incredible. Whether you sketched, painted, colored, or Photoshopped; every piece helped tell a story, and made a difference. This labor of love was made possible through a beautiful partnership between the SPCA, the Chamber of Commerce, our GESD art educators, and of course, YOU; our amazing student artists. While the exhibit has wrapped up its time at the Chamber, don't worry… these PAWtraits will be on display again this summer at the annual SPCA Woofstock event! And yes, student artwork remains for sale, with all proceeds benefiting our local shelter. (Reserve your favorite pr@fcrspca.org)🐶❤️ 👏 Community Choice Winners 🥇 Maisy by Brayden R. 🥈 Tyson by Carmelo R. 🥉 Kevin by Corbin C. 🏅 Runner-Up: Boomer by Ariana O. 🎖️ Judge’s Picks 🥇 Coco by Izzy M. 🥈 King by Nayeli S. 🥉 Lolah by Kendra S. 🏅 Runner-Up: Ellie by Bryn W. Thank you for making this project one to remember, and for using your art to help animals in need. 🖌️🐕 #PAWtraitsProject #GESDArt #ArtWithHeart #StudentArtists #SPCA #CommunityCreativity #AdoptDontShop #ThankYouArtists

📚✨ Learning can be hands-on AND fun! Not sure if you’re still collecting photos, but I had to share what my 3rd grade WIN group has been up to! Today, we focused on digraphs—specifically “sh” words. Each scholar used Play-Doh to form the letters of their word, then built it, sounded it out, and used it in a sentence. We wrapped up by reading our sentences aloud and reviewing capitalization and punctuation together. The kids were so engaged—and had an absolute blast doing it! #WINTime #3rdGradeFun #HandsOnLearning #Digraphs #PlayDohAndPhonics #GloversvilleProud 🍎✏️

Today was Letter Day in Miss.Swank and Miss. Morino’s fourth grade class! Students wrote kind letters to a class mate and got to share them with the class❤️ this was a great way to show appreciation for each other and a wonderful exercise that encourages positive relationships in the classroom!

NY-49 State Senator Mark Walczyk FOR RELEASE: Immediate, June 3, 2025 SENATOR WALCZYK APPLAUDS GLOVERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS DURING NATIONAL PREVENTION WEEK On May 9th, as part of National Prevention Week, students from Gloversville Enlarged School District sat down with Senator Mark Walczyk at the NYS Capitol. During their visit, students highlighted the vital importance of prevention efforts aimed at reducing substance use and promoting positive mental health in our communities. National Prevention Week serves as a public education platform to showcase the incredible work of organizations and advocates dedicated to preventing substance misuse and fostering mental well-being. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), this initiative is instrumental in advancing the behavioral health of our nation. Recent data from the Gloversville Youth Survey reveals promising trends in reducing substance use among local students, notably when many school districts are seeing rising numbers. The percentage of students in grades 6-12 reporting alcohol use in the past 30 days has dropped from 20.9% in 2018 to 11.8% in 2024. Similarly, e-cigarette use has decreased from 22.6% to 14.9%, and cigarette smoking has fallen from 3.4% to 2%. Marijuana use has also decreased from 15.9% to 13.3%, although the use of vape marijuana rose slightly from 5.9% to 7.3%. Lifetime use statistics reflect this positive shift as well, with alcohol use declining from 33% in 2018 to 25.4% in 2024. The percentage of students who have tried e-cigarettes has decreased from 26.2% to 21.1%, and marijuana use has fallen from 23.2% to 18.2%. Notably, lifetime use of vape marijuana has dropped from 14.6% to 7.3%. While the recent increase in reported vaping marijuana is concerning, the overall decline in other categories demonstrates the effectiveness of educational programs and community support in promoting healthier choices. These accomplishments are a testament to the hard work and commitment of Gloversville High School students and the advocacy groups supporting them. “Gloversville High School student advocates are truly making a remarkable impact in their community, and I couldn’t be prouder to see the positive changes reflected in these impressive statistics. While other communities are experiencing rising substance use rates, Gloversville is achieving the exact opposite. The hard work and dedication demonstrated by these students are nothing short of inspiring. Their unwavering commitment to prevention and healthier choices speaks volumes about their character and the nurturing environment created by local advocates and recovery organizations. These students have not only embraced the importance of their well-being but have also taken on the responsibility of being role models for their peers and I commend each one of them for their remarkable achievements.”

🚨 Check out the link below for details on GESD's Smart Schools Investment Plan! 💡💻 Have comments or questions? Reach out to William Cooper, Director of Information Technology, at william.cooper@gesdk12.org. Link: https://5il.co/3i0ai