Mary J. Tanner Primary School

Meet the New Superintendent

Meet Mr. Hall, the New Superintendent of Schools

Families and community members, please complete Mr. Hall's brief survey by August 18th, 2025

For Families: Here is the link to Mr. Hall’s survey for school families.

For Community Members: Here is the link to Mr. Hall’s survey for community members. 

Teachers and students will also receive the same survey at the beginning of the school year, when they are back in school.

District Safety Plan 30 Day Review

PUBLIC FORUM FOR THE DISTRICT SAFETY PLAN

Now Hiring!

We are seeking a fall girls modified soccer coach and Jr/Sr High special educators for grades 7-12 and more. Please see our postings here and join our team.

Volunteer Opportunities

Here are a few volunteer opportunities. Ongoing opportunities are listed on the Community School page.

Varsity / JV Football Home Games - 4 Volunteers for the Chain Gang. Please contact Gabby Hunt to volunteer, thank you: ghunt@granvillecsd.org

The Community School Coordinator is looking for volunteers for gardening, mentoring at the Jr/Sr High students, photography and other school community projects. Please contact krozell@granvillecsd.org to express your interests and let's find the right place for you or your organization's partnership with GCSD. Please consider attending the Community School Cafe on September 17th for more information.

Please see "Upcoming Community Events" below for more volunteering.

Transportation

Please help us plan the bus routes by updating the school if you DO NOT NEED bus transportation or HAVE A CHANGE (like a bus pick up or drop off location). Here is the link to please fill this out by 8/8.

In Case You Missed This

The Back to School Checklist 2025

The New Cell Phone Policy 2025

School Start and End Times 2025

Remembering Mr. Marsfelder

Fall Sports Registration

It's time to register for grade 7 - 12 fall sports.

1) Please use our new online system on Aktivate.com for the Jr/Sr High.

Here is the link to instructions on the GCSD Athletics page.

2) Please attend the Jr/Sr High fall sports Parent-Player-Coach Meeting.

The meeting is on Thursday, August 14th at 5:30 pm. This a great time to meet your coach, ask questions and understand how each team works. Here is the district calendar event for this meeting to add to your calendar.

3) Free physicals on Thursday, August 7th, by appointment.

Please contact Nurse Hover right away to reserve a time for a Jr/Sr High free physical to have on file in order to play sports. Here is the direct link to the district calendar with details.

4) Here are the Jr/Sr High team start times.

This information was sent home and is also available on the athletics page here.

Upcoming School Events

8/7 - Free Physicals for Grades 7-12. Please reserve your appointment ahead of time. Here is the link to learn more and register.

8/11 - Free Summer Enrichment Session Grades 3- 6. Here is the link to learn more and register.

8/14 - Grade 7 - 12 Parent, Player, Coach Meeting at Granville Jr/Sr High 5:30pm

8/15 - Class Assignments Mailed Home (MJT/GES)

8/18 - Fall Varsity Sports Begin

8/25 - Board of Education Meeting 6pm, High School Library / Fall Modified Sports Begin

9/2 - 7th Grade Hot Dog Roast, 5pm Granville Jr/Sr High - Meet staff, have a free meal, say hello to old and new friends! Students and their families welcome.

9/3 - MJT/GES School Supply Drop Off and PTO Ice Cream Social for Students and Families, 1:30pm - 3pm at MJT and GES - Say hello to teachers and visit with friends and staff!

9/4 - First Day of School

9/17 - Community School Cafe with Meet & Greet with Superintendent Mr. Hall 6pm at JSHS

Here is the district calendar link. You may add events into your preferred digital calendar by hovering over event and selecting "add to calendar."

Upcoming Community Events

8/1 - 8/4 - NYSPHAA Coupon for 20% Off at Dick's Sporting Goods for Student Athletes. Here is the link to the coupon

8/5 - Free Field Hockey Fun Night begins throughout the month of August. Twice per week with Coach Barber. Here is the link to the details.

8/6 - Free Summer Soccer Sessions continues every Wednesday 5pm - 6:30pm and Saturday 9:30am with GCSD parents Jason Mead and Cory Bourn. Boys and girls grade 7 - 12 welcome.

8/9 - Volunteer - The FFA Alumni will be hosting a coin drop at three locations from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Any support or participation would be greatly appreciated. Here is the link to the FFA Alumni group.

8/14 - Schoola Palooza at Crandall Park, Glens Falls, NY 4pm - 7pm - Free haircuts, swap school equipment, clothing, sports equipment exchange, etc.

8/18 - 8/24 - Volunteer - Washington County Fair – 4-H Food Booth
The local 4-H Club is looking for volunteers to help in the 4-H food booth during fair week (Tuesday through Sunday, 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM). You do not need to be a current 4-H member to participate. Volunteers can be as young as 5 years old; however, children aged 5–7 must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up here.

8/21 and 8/22 - FREE Soccer Clinic with Dan Poucher and hosted by Granville Baptist Church, Grades 3 - 6, 9am - Noon. To register please text/call ASAP Mr. Poucher at 518-361-9447. Kids will need to bring: cleats, water bottle, shin guards and soccer socks.

8/23 - Annual Backpack and School Supply Giveaway - Come stock up on free school supplies and a free backpack for your student. Details are in the district calendar and on our Facebook page events.

9/27 - Autumn Leaves Car Show is seeking a two teams or clubs from the Jr/Sr High or community who would like to assist visitors to find their parking spots from 8am - 2pm or 7:30am to 1pm.

Summer Resources

Here a the list of additional local Summer Resources - Library fun, local organizations and more!