Category: Feedback
Category for posts that answer questions or that respond to comments sent via the website…aka Grapevine.
Sixth grader wants to play tennis next year
COMMENT: My sixth grader wants to try out for tennis next year. Where can we get information about this? Also, are there informational meetings about sports that 6th graders can attend? RESPONSE: Geoffrey Olson, the varsity tennis coach, does provide opportunities for 7th graders to play modified tennis, so this child would be eligible next …
Is there a link to the GIVE program on this web site?
COMMENT: Is there a link to the GIVE program on this web site? RESPONSE: Yes, there is a page describing the GIVE serving learning program at the high school. It is under the Clubs and Activities link on the high school webpage. It is here – /senior-high-school/clubs-and-activities/#give There is also a separate page dedicated to …
Public Displays of Affection (PDA) at the Middle School
COMMENT: Why did my MS child get PDA for hugging her best friend? RESPONSE: As stated in the Middle School Handbook, “Excessive public displays of affection (PDA) – outside of hand holding – are not appropriate anywhere on school property and are subject to disciplinary actions.” Like any other rule infraction, students consequences are dependent …
Why do we have the Tartan as a mascot?
COMMENT: As both a former student of Scotia-Glenville and a current resident, I am wondering if the choice of school mascot, the Tartan, has ever been revisited as appropriate and relevant. After researching the name, I can only find references to a specific type of plaid. I also found a reference which stated that sometimes …
Online tickets for HS musical
Middle School Spring Dance?
COMMENT: Is there going to be a spring dance at the SGMS? RESPONSE: There is no spring dance, those formal dances were ended a few years ago. There is a Spring Fling scheduled for Wednesday, June 19. The Spring Fling is an outdoor event with a bouncy bounce, various games, dunking booth, food, DJ, etc.
Are tank tops allowed at the Middle School?
COMMENT: Regarding the Middle school online handbook/code of conduct, me and my daughter are confused as to the fact of if she is allowed to wear tank tops to school (not like tube tops, halters, etc., just a generic tank top). are tank tops allowed or against the rules? RESPONSE: I checked with the Middle …
Trying to find names of staff members on website
Is the Middle School a safe place for LGBTQ+ students?
COMMENT: My daughter has been schooling at the SGMS for about 1 semester now (in sixth grade). Our family and friends are supportive of the LGBTQ+ community, but I also understand that many children of that age make fun of other’s sexuality. Is this school considered a safe place for members of this community? RESPONSE: The …