The Granum Educational Support Society (GESS) is a committee that coordinates all fundraisers held on behalf of Granum School. This group plans and oversees the Harvest Supper, casino and any other fundraising events or campaigns that may occur during the year. Its members may include parents, staff and community members.
GESS is a registered society and is able to provide tax receipts for donations.
Chair: Kacia Wojnowski
Vice Chair: Cora Steel
Secretary: Wendy Kennedy
Treasurer: Kate Ellis
Member at Large:
Member at Large:
Granum School will be offering hot lunch program on Wednesday and Thursday weekly. We currently have a grant that covers the costs so it is free to our students. We were lucky to have 2 parents offer to run this for our school so it will begin in Oct again.
Feb 7 - Pea Soup Feb 8 - Tacos
Feb 14 - Spaghetti & Meatballs Feb 15 - Brunch Casserole
Feb 28 - Chicken Noodle Soup Feb 29 - Lasagne
March 6 - Hamburgers March 7 - Chowder & Biscuits
March 13 - Breakfast Casserole March 14 - Pizza Buns
March 20 - Grilled Ham & Cheese March 21 - Taco in a Bag
March 27 - Macaroni & Meat Sauce March 28 - Yorkshire Bites & Gravy
April 10 - Chicken Fajita Wrap April 11 - Hot Dog & Fries
April 17 - Ham & Cheese Sandwich April 18 - Pulled Pork Buns
April 24 - Pizza April 25 - Cold Cut Sub
The Learning Support Team at Granum School works collaboratively to provide inclusive programs and services to students who may be struggling academically, socially or behaviorally. The team is comprised of the Classroom Teacher, Learning Support Teacher, Family School Liaison Counselor and Principal. Together these members discuss and plan the supports necessary to ensure the success of the student. The role of each team member is outlined below:
The Classroom Teacher brings concerns, observations and documentation to the table for discussion. The teacher outlines strategies attempted and reports on student successes and needs.
The Learning Support Teacher, Randy Bohnet (bohnetr@lrsd.ab.ca), assists classroom teachers in identifying student strengths. Assessments are conducted and findings interpreted. Case conferences are organized to share findings and to develop Individual Program Plans (IPPs). Direct support with modifying curriculum in the classroom and small group instruction is provided. The Learning Support Teacher oversees the Later Literacy Program, a 10 week intensive, individual remedial program for students requiring intervention and coordinates referrals for students requiring speech, occupational or physical therapy services.
The Family School Liaison Counselor, Currently unavailable, counsels children and their families. The counselor facilitates the development of personal and social skills through preventative programs. Community connections and networks are fostered to strengthen ties between home, school and neighborhood. The FSLC also coordinates referrals to outside agencies and/or pediatric assessments. The counselor is the front line person on the threat assessment and post crisis response team.
Please feel free to contact any one of us with your comments, questions or concerns.
Learning Support refers to specialized programs and services provided to students with an identified need. These include, as appropriate:
Click on the Granum School Destiny Quest link to find out:
The Leader in Me is a school wide process that focuses on leadership. It was established by Stephen Covey and evolved from his book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.
Through the Leader in Me students learn essential skills and characteristics they need in order to thrive in the 21st century. They are taught to use the 7 Habits in all aspects of their lives. We believe that every student has the capacity to lead, make good choices, and positively impact on those around them. The Leader in Me provides students with an environment that empowers and embraces personal leadership.
I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my wrong actions. I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.
I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission and vision. I look for ways to be a good citizen.
I spend time on things that are most important. This means I say no to things I know I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am disciplined and organized.
I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want. When conflicts arise, I look for a win-win solution.
I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoint (paradigm). I listen to others without interrupting. I listen with my ears, my eyes, and my heart. I am confident in voicing my ideas.
I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different from me. I work well in groups. I seek out other people’s ideas because I know that by teaming with others, we can create better solutions than what any one of us could alone. I look for Third Alternatives.
I eat right, exercise, and get enough sleep (body). I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school (brain). I spend time with family and friends (heart). I take time to find meaningful ways to help people (soul). I balance all four parts of myself.
You can get involved by visiting the “Parent Place” at www.TheLeaderInMe.org where you will find ideas to involve your family. Your child’s agenda also has some great information about the Leader In Me. Please join us on this journey and help us create a culture of healthy, happy, positive, and empowered students.