GVS Family Newsletter
November 17th, 2023
On Friday, March 6th, eighteen students were invited to attend the first Book Tasting Event hosted by Mrs. McFarland and Ms. Buckley in the library. Students in grades 3–6 learned about the event during library classes last week and were encouraged to complete a brief response form to indicate their interest in attending. Selected students also had the special opportunity to invite their book buddy from grades K–2 as their “plus one.”
During the event, students enjoyed seven “courses,” each featuring a different book genre. They sampled a variety of texts, enjoyed light snacks, and had dedicated time to explore and read. At the end of the event, each student selected books to take home and received a book bag, an “I Love Reading” wristband, a bookworm bookmark, and some takeaway snacks.
The event was a tremendous success, receiving a five-star rating from participating students! We are thrilled to celebrate our students’ enthusiasm for reading and look forward to hosting future literacy events.
Thank you for supporting a love of reading at home and at school!
February 6, 2026
Dear Grantham Village School Parent/Guardian,
Each year, New Hampshire public and chartered public schools are required by state law (RSA 193-C) and federal accountability laws (Every Student Succeeds Act) to assess students using a standardized assessment. These assessments help evaluate student progress and guide instruction. To learn more, visit the New Hampshire Department of Education’s Office of Assessment webpage.
At Grantham Village School students in grades 3 through 6 will participate in the English Language Arts (Reading and Writing) and Mathematics assessments. Our 5th grade students will also be assessed in Science. Grantham Village School will administer these assessments in May. It is beneficial if you try to avoid scheduling appointments or vacations during the testing dates. Please make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep and good breakfast, prior to testing. Let us know if your child will not be here on the scheduled testing date as we need to arrange for a makeup time.
Calling all math mavericks! GVS is hosting a math tournament! Here are the details:
- Address: 75 Learning Drive, Grantham, NH 03753
- Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Time: 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
- This is open to 2nd-5th-grade students, though 1st graders are also welcome to join but they will participate with 2nd-grade-level questions.
Registration is required, please visit this page to sign your student up. Don't wait! Registration closes on March 6th!
Can't make that one? New London Elementary School is also hosting the Math Challenge Tournament!
Address: 64 Cougar Court, New London, NH 03257
Date: Saturday, March 28th
Time: 9-11am
For more information, please visit here.
This is a nationwide competition with students from all 50 states participating. Let's show them how New Hampshire stacks up!
For questions, please reach out to our Math Interventionist, Sam Hutchins, at shutchins@gvshawks.org.
