Hard to believe, but here we are in the last week of classes for this school year. Our staff and students have been working hard to finish the school year strong. Between final projects and review for Regents exams, this week is important to make sure students are making their final submissions and preparing for any Regents or final exams they have coming up.
Please be advised that our last day of classes is this Friday and then our Moving Up Day celebration is on Monday, June 16. Moving Up Day is a full day of activities with students and staff from 7:30-2:24. See below for more details.
Regents/Final Exams start on Tuesday, June 17 and go through June 24. During this time, students only have to report when they have an exam. Please see below for the Regents/Finals schedule and important information regarding the next two weeks of testing.
Lastly, we want to thank YOU, parents and guardians, for all of your support throughout this school year. Let's have a great finish!
Respectfully,
Dr. Whipple & Ms. Greibus
The Wayne County Performing Arts Awards (called The Elenbes) took place at Newark High School on Tuesday, May 27. Judges from Wayne County Council for the Arts attended school musicals at Gananda, Lyons, Marion, Newark, North Rose-Wolcott, Palmyra-Macedon, and Sodus. With trophies provided by Lyons National Bank, and announced by retired WHAM-13 anchor Don Alhart, Gananda received the following awards:
Outstanding Support Crew, Winner - Gananda’s Once Upon a Mattress, for Lights, Sound, Crew, Props, Sets, & Costumes
Best Performer in a Leading Role, Winner - Lyndsey Burns as “Princess Winnifred”
Best Performer in a Featured Role, Winner - Dante Aucone as “King Sextimus”
Best Performer in a Supporting Role, Runner Up - Cadence Strausser as “Lady Larken”
Additionally, the judges gave nods of recognition to Seth Campbell, Mimi Espada, Grace Gill, and Conlan Simpson for their performances in featured roles.
Kat Bettinger and Anna O’Neil were recognized with certificates for their contributions behind-the-scenes of Once Upon a Mattress.
Congratulations to all of our students in Cast + Crew, and thank you to Mr. Maddock, Mr. K, Mrs. Swartout, Mr. Swartout, and Beth Gundy for another memorable musical season!
Our chorus and band students had a wonderful trip to Hershey Park. The Gananda performing groups earned Excellent Ratings for their on-stage performances—an outstanding achievement that reflects the talent, dedication, and hard work of our student musicians.
Gananda was awarded the top honor of the entire festival: the Esprit de Corps Award! This prestigious award is given to one school out of all participants, recognizing the group that demonstrates the following characteristics:
- Strong sense of unity: A feeling of belonging and connection among members.
- Enthusiasm and dedication: A positive attitude and commitment to the group's goals.
- Pride and loyalty: Feeling proud of the group and wanting to support its success.
- Camaraderie and support: A sense of friendship and mutual support among members.
Great job to Jase, Owen, Jayden and Isabella for earning the May Student of Month award! They have done a great job exhibiting our PROUD behaviors!
9th Grade had this to say:
The 9th grade team has selected Isabella Dirlam. The 9th grade team can’t limit to highlighting just one aspect of PROUD, not only because she has all of them—she surpasses them. Academically, she undoubtedly stands out, but it’s qualities like her kind heart and nobility that makes her teachers truly proud to share the classroom with her.
10th grade shared this:
Jayden Holmes is the 10th grade student of the month. Jayden has demonstrated great drive in his classes this year and produced some outstanding work!
11th grade stated:
Team 11 has selected Owen Switzer as our May Student of the Month. Owen is a conscientious and driven student who possesses the wherewithal to limit his exposure to classroom distractions in order to get the most out of his learning experience. His light-hearted nature contributes to a positive classroom climate throughout the day and for that, his teachers appreciate him. Congratulations Owen!
12th grade team shared:
This month, the 12th grade team is honoring Jase Smith as our Panther of the month. Jase has proven to be a driven and determined student who identifies his own personal strengths and challenges and powers through to meet his goals. Jase is respectful and often touches base with his teachers to complete his work to expectations in a responsible manner. We are proud of your character and happy to have you in our classrooms. Congratulations, Jase!
