Guilford Public Schools

From the Superintendent

Charting the Course, January 2010

In this issue of the Superintendent's electronic newsletter, Dr. Forcella introduces the Guiding Coalition, discusses the 2010-2011 Budget, explains Learning Walks, and shares details of the high school's recognition as one of the nation's best. (more)

2010-2011 Budget Information

The Guilford Board of Education has developed a timeline for budget meetings and actions related to the 2010-2011 budget process. Public input is encouraged throughout this development process. (more)

Proposed 2010-2011 Board of Education Budget

Please look to this website, The Anchor (the GPS parent listserv), GCTV and the local media for Budget communications.

Welcome to the 2009-2010 School Year

Dear Parents and Students:

It is a pleasure for me to welcome you to the 2009-10 school year. (more)

2009-2010 District Goals

To view the district's goals for this school year please link here. Goals

The Compass
June 2009

Please link below to this electronic edition of the district's newspaper highlighting some of the many accomplishments within the Guilford Public Schools this past school year.
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More News from Dr. Forcella

NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10
Due to the snow, there will be no school. All afterschool and evening activities are cancelled.

CMT AND CAPT TESTING BEGIN MARCH 1
Connecticut Mastery Tests for Grades 3-8 and Connecticut Academic Performance Tests for Grade 10 will take place during March. CMT & CAPT Calendar
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HAITIAN RELIEF EFFORTS

All Guilford Public Schools are involved in fundraising efforts to help the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Please link below for more information.
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GPS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Our application process is automated. Employment opportunities, online applicaitons and complete instructions are available through the link below.

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SCHOOL CALENDAR DRAFTS
The 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 School Year Calendars are available in draft form. If you would like to view the calendars or provide feedback on the proposed drafts please link below.
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GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL SILVER MEDAL WINNER
GHS NAMED A 2009 AMERICA'S BEST HIGH SCHOOL BY US NEWS AND WORLD REPORT
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HEALTH NEWS FROM GUILFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

H1N1 Clinic Information

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GUILFORD GOES GREEN
Please visit this independently maintained website for information on recycling including details on the Guilford Public Schools Recycling program
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DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS SURVEY
Parents interested in more information about the Developmental Assets Survey for students in Grades 7 -12 may access the following links:

Survey Fact Sheet
Letter to Parents
Asset List

AMERICAN RECOVERY & REINVESTMENT ACT
Please link below to view the Special Education Grant Application submitted by Guilford Public Schools.
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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Connecticut General Statues and the federal Individuals with Disabilities (IDEA) are laws that require the provision of special education and related services to eligible children with disabilities. To learn more, please link below to the State of CT Dept. of Ed. document "Steps to Protect a Child's Right to Special Education: Procedural Safeguards.

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PARENT SURVEY RESULTS
In Fall 2008, Guilford Public Schools conducted a survey to a sampling of parents/guardians.
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STATE OF THE SCHOOLS - FEBRUARY 11
Please join Dr. Forcella on February 11 at 7 p.m. in the Guilford High School auditorium for the third annual State of the Schools report. He will present student achievement data, district initiatives and will discuss the proposed 2010-2011 budget. All are welcome at the 6:30 p.m. reception preceding the presentation.

GHS BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL GAME FEBRUARY 11 WILL BE PLAYED AT 4:30 p.m.
Guilford Varsity Boys will play Cheshire at home on February 11. The game time has changed to 4:30 p.m. There will be no JV game that day.

SOCIAL SKILLS - A TEAM APPROACH
February 10, 7 - 8 p.m.
Adams Middle School Chorus Room
Join the Parent Academy Council of the Pupil Services Department for a conversation with experts on the subject of social skills. All are welcome.
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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FEBRUARY 26
Registration for students entering Kindergarten in Fall 2010 will be held at each elementary school on Friday, February 26 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. and from 2 to 3 p.m. For details on new student registration please link below.
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COMMUNITY CONNECTION

For information and links to community events and organizations please link below.

"Courageous Parenting" A Guilford Youth & Family Services Program on Drug and Alcohol Prevention - January 28
"Thrill Me" Middle School Dance Program
Meals on Wheels Benefit Concert February 10
STAR Awards available through the Guilford Fund for Education

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