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Expanded hours announced for Community Swim Program at JHS
Open Swim expanded to Tuesdays & Saturdays starting February 24 and continuing through Memorial Day The Greater Johnstown School District is excited to announce an expansion of Community Swim Program opportunities at the JHS pool starting Tuesday, February 24 and continuing through Memorial Day weekend. Beginning after February break (Feb. 16-20) , Open Swim hours…
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Calling all thrifters!
JHS Thrifts open after school or by appointment Special hours this week: open Tuesday and Thursday Who doesn’t love a good bargain hunt? And what’s better than scoring a deal? Scoring it for free, of course! This year, the high school’s thrift haven is set to deliver some exciting offerings. JHS Thrifts is an expansion…
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Learning by Doing: JHS students explore cooking and practical skills in Community Connections class
In a new cross-curricular collaboration at Johnstown High School, GJSD Food Services Director Simone Bodman is inspiring students in Kristy Lynch’s Community Connections class by sharing her culinary expertise through hands-on cooking lessons that introduce recipes students can easily try at home. The collaboration launched just before Thanksgiving, with students working together under Bodman’s direction…
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January Regents & Midterm Calendar
Students who will need midday transportation to or from school for scheduled exams should complete this exam transportation request. CTE and New Visions will be operating as usual. Transportation will be provided. Students who are not taking exams should be attending! Breakfast and lunch will be served each day. Tuesday, Jan. 20 8:00 a.m. 12:00…
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ABCD Award Nominations Due January 29
Nominate a GJSD staff member for an ABCD Award for going “Above and Beyond the Call of Duty!” Anyone can turn in a nomination – community members, students, staff members, families, etc. Deadline to receive nominations is THURSDAY, JANUARY 29. Use this online form: https://bit.ly/ABCD_Award_Nomination REMINDER: Staff members can only receive the ABCD Award once…
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A legacy of learning and joy
How one family’s tradition inspires young readers In the Greater Johnstown School District, a cherished tradition takes place each year, connecting three generations of the Faville family with the bright-eyed students of Warren Street and Pleasant Avenue elementary schools. Jamie Tallon, daughter of the late Everett “Cubby” Faville, along with her daughter Makenna, son Travis,…
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Winter Athletics in Main Gym Livestreamed on District’s YouTube Channel
GJSD would like to remind our community that all JV & Varsity athletic events held at the high school gymnasium this winter will be livestreamed on the District’s YouTube channel (listed as “Johnstown Live Events & Videos”). You may consider bookmarking this page for easy access: https://bit.ly/GJSD_YouTube In addition to live broadcasts, games will also…
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Kindness, awareness, and action: students learn how to transform school culture through “Ryan’s Story”
Focus on anti-bullying, suicide prevention, technology risks, and forgiveness Students from Johnstown High School and Knox Middle School had the chance to hear from John Halligan, a man who transformed his family’s tragedy into a mission aimed at preventing others from enduring the pain he suffered after losing his 13-year-old son to suicide. As students…
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The renovated JHS pool is open for students and community members
Community Swim Program Kicks off Dec. 6 This Saturday marks the community’s first opportunity of the season to take part in Johnstown’s Community Swim Program at Johnstown High School. The pool is open to members of the GJSD community every Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m., starting December 6. After the February break, the pool…
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John Halligan to Deliver “Ryan’s Story” for Local Parents and Guardians — 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 4 at JHS
Families from Fulton/Montgomery County Region Invited to Attend The Greater Johnstown School District is pleased to announce that John Halligan, renowned speaker and advocate for bullying and suicide prevention, will be delivering a powerful presentation titled “Ryan’s Story” for local parents and guardians at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4 at Johnstown High School in…