McDonald’s Night Fundraiser Wed., Oct. 24
Drive-thru or Dine-in at McDonald’s in Johnstown from 5 – 7 p.m. on October 24 and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Purple and Gold Club to support GJSD sports programs.
District News
Warren’s First Kindness Award Winner
Congratulations to Natalie Campione in Mrs. Wagner’s fourth grade class. Natalie is the first recipient of our Kindness Award at Warren Street. She is a student who is always willing to help another student with reminders, writing in planners, picking up their materials, or anything they might need. Natalie also frequently volunteers to help the teacher whenever needed. She does all these things without being asked. Natalie, thank you for being KIND and being a wonderful role model at Warren Street!
Haunted Corn Maze Oct. 26 & 27
Roger’s Orchard
Fri. 10/26 & Sat. 10/27
7-9 pm
$5 per person
$20 Family 4 or more
Sponsored by JHS International Club
Concessions available
Sectional & Crossover Games Announced
Our unbeaten Lady Bills varsity field hockey team will take on Cambridge in a Section II Class C quarterfinal set for 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 17, at Knox Field. There is no charge for spectator admission.
Johnstown’s Lady Bills girls’ varsity soccer will compete against the Greenville Spartans in Section II Class B tournament play at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 18, at Greenville.
Sir Bills varsity football will play a crossover game against Ichabod Crane at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 19, at Knox Field. Admission is free for all spectators.
Fire Prevention Week Oct. 7-13
The National Fire Protection Association’s theme for Fire Prevention Week Oct. 7-13, 2018 is “Look. Listen. Learn. Be Aware – fire can happen anywhere.”
As part of Fire Prevention Week activities, the Fire Safety Truck visited Pleasant Avenue Elementary to share valuable fire safety lessons. Students are encouraged to look for places a fire could start, listen for the sound of the smoke alarm, and learn two ways to get out of every room.
“The Zombie” at JHS PAC
The Johnstown High School Drama Club announces their fall play “The Zombie,” a comedy thriller by Tim Kelly, scheduled for November 9 & 10 at 7:30 p.m. and November 11 at 2 p.m.
In a decayed mansion in the Okefenokee Swamp, dripping with cobwebs and mystery, a former carnival hypnotist calling himself Baron Samedi and a crooked sheriff have developed an “unusual” business. They turn illegal immigrants, petty criminals and intruders into zombies and lease them out as farm laborers. Profits and success aren’t enough, however. The hypnotist wants revenge against those who have wronged him in the past.
The cast includes: Zack Hayes, Samedi; Gina Franko, Rosemary; Jacob Frenyea, Adam; Emily Long, Vivian; Landon Hale, Cartwright; Isabella Dittmer, Mama Matrisse; Bella Collar, Margo; Anastasija Morse, Zombie #2, and Alexx Fountain as the Zombie
The Stage Crew includes: Emily Wheelis, Cecil Radalin, Katrina Diener, Emily Dingman, Carena Biddle, Marissa Hayes, Peyton Bush, and Adrianne Airey.
The production is directed by Michael S Burnett with production assistant, Cynthia Wood; costume coordinators, Darlene D’Onofrio and Diane Dillenbeck.
JHS Grand Re-Opening & Family Fun Night
Thursday, November 1, 2018
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
We are welcoming all Johnstown community members, families and students to come play together, as well as see our completed project at Johnstown High School.
Activities to be offered include swimming, basketball, obstacle course, face painting, crafts, video games, board games, and more…
JEPTA Holiday Wreath Sale
The Johnstown Elementary PTA is selling wreaths from Goderie’s Tree Farm. The cost is $18 for a 12″ wreath and $25 for a 16″ wreath.
Please return an order form with payment to the main office at your child’s school by November 1, 2018. Checks should be made out to “JEPTA”.
Pick up will be at Glebe Street Elementary on November 29th from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Thank you for your support!
Disposal of Surplus Property
The Greater Johnstown School District is currently accepting sealed bids for the following surplus property:
- 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 van vin# 2B7JB21Y21K518416,
- Jacobsen Model T 422D Diesel Turf Cat 2 wheel drive w/6’ mower deck,
- Jacobsen Turf Cat 4 WD Model#T428D Diesel w/cab and 6’ mower deck,
- Sweepster 5’ power broom Model# S24P5 Serial #9703033 for Jacobsen Turf Cat Model T428D 4 WD,
- 4ft. snow blower for Jacobsen Turf Cat Model T428D 4WD,
- 26” Troy Built snow blower 10HP Model# 42012 Serial #420120102004,
- 26” Troy Built snow blower 10HP Model# 42012 Serial #420120102305,
- Powermatic wood lathe Model#45 Serial #66-5540,
- Rockwell metal lathe 550v 3PH 2hp and Boice Crane wood lathe 11” Cat#553703 Serial #2235 1/2hp 115/208 – 230v 8.4/4.2 amp.
Viewing Dates
Interested parties may view the surplus property at 1 Industrial Parkway (Daily International Bldg.) on the following dates/times:
- Oct. 9th from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.,
- Oct. 10th from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and
- Oct. 11th from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Bid Instructions
Bids will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. on October 19, 2018. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Surplus Property Bid”, addressed to Ruthie Cook, Assistant Superintendent, at the Greater Johnstown School District Administrative Office, 1 Sir Bills Circle, Suite 101, Johnstown, NY 12095.
Trivia Night Tuesday, Oct. 30
When: Tuesday, October 30th, 6pm
Where: The Winner’s Circle
Admission: $15.00 per person (includes appetizers)
Teams of 4 – three rounds of trivia
Prizes will be awarded to the winning teams each round!
Any Questions contact Tracey Hildebrandt or Heidi Bolebruch at JHS
Sponsored by JHS International Club
