WELCOME TO GROTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

OUR MISSION IS TEACHING AND LEARNING

In a richness of cultures and with a respect for all,

Provide Dynamic Rigorous Curriculum

Ensure Effective and Engaging Instruction

Build Excellent Learning Environments

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Groton Public Schools embraces policies and practices that ensure that all people—especially those who have been historically marginalized based on race/ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender, age, socioeconomic status, immigrant status, educational status, or religion—have equitable opportunities. We acknowledge that systems of racial and economic injustice exist in our nation and community; however, as educators, we too recognize that we have the power to dismantle the practices, policies, and systems that perpetuate inequalities. Thus, an integral component of Groton Public Schools’ mission is to cultivate an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. As a response, we strive to foster culturally responsive teaching and learning practices to ensure ALL groups feel valued, actively engaged, and empowered.

FY2022 BOE Budget Detail

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2021-2022 BOE Budget Presentation

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GPS NEWS, GALLERIES AND CALENDAR

April DPH Vaccine Update for Students (Ages 16 and 17) and Guidance to Finish Strong

The Department of Public Health has issued an update on vaccine availability for students aged 16 and 17 who will be eligible to schedule a vaccination appointment as of April 1. The CSDE and DPH have distributed the “Finish Strong” document to serve as a reminder to districts that now is not the time to ease up on our implementation of mitigation strategies to help slow the spread of COVID 19. “Schools, Individuals, and families all have a role to play in protecting in-person learning for the remainder of the school year.” As we approach the holiday weekend and the upcoming April break, we want to be sure that all staff and families have the information they need to help us Finish Strong.

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Superintendent Susan Austin Chats with 'Welcome to Groton' Host

GPS Diversity Initatives Featured on NBC Connecticut

School Reopening Spring 2021 Update

SUPERINTENDENT HEALTH UPDATES, RESOURCES AND DATA DASHBOARD

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Distance Learning Guidelines

Attendance Matters

Hybrid Learning Plan

Virtual Art Gallery

Students in Elementary and Middle school display their creative side.

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District Calendar

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GPS Student Travel Reminder

We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Monday, April 19 from spring break and want to remind all families of the travel guidelines GPS implemented, based in part on the CDC "recommendations'', for the health and safety of our entire school community.

Domestic Travel: Students need to provide a negative test result (or adhere to a 10-day quarantine period to return to school). Please provide tests results to the school nurse at your child’s school. Rapid test results will be accepted.

International Travel: Please follow the posted CDC guidelines.

Student should not attend school if they are awaiting their test results, feeling ill, exhibiting any signs or symptoms of COVID-19, or in quarantine.

You do NOT need to get tested or self-quarantine if you are fully vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 in the past 3 months.

GPS K-5 Magnet Elementary Schools

Apply by Friday, April 23, 2021! (New Date)

Helpful Links and Reminders

In Case You Missed It

Reminders

Only students entering grades K-5 and districted to attend one of Groton Public Schools may apply.
Students planning to attend their districted/neighborhood school do not need to complete the lottery application. Visit our School Locater Map if you need to identify your neighborhood school.
Families interested in a school other than their districted/neighborhood school may complete the application to enter the district lottery. On the application, you'll have the option to enter a 1st and 2nd choice, if desired.
Students at CKMS and NEA who accepted a magnet seat in a prior year lottery and plan to stay at their school do not need to submit an application, unless you are interested changing your school.