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FEBRUARY 2023

Hi Friends,   

When you need technology help -  just ask a New Lebanon School 4th grader!

I attended the fourth grade Declamation Contest at New Lebanon School. Third and fifth grades took part in the Declamation Contest, too.  Declamation is an artistic form of public speaking. Students chose a short monologue and then memorized and rehearsed it over a month.  They  presented in front of a panel of judges, parents and classmates and, WOW, they were impressive! After the contest, Grace, Sebastian, and Davi showed me how to watch AND hear the video on my phone. 

FC Gives & Trivia Challenge - Get ready to PLAY & GIVE! 

Thursday, February 23rd, donate and give $16 online to celebrate our 16th birthday. For 24-hours ONLY we will participate in this very last Fairfield County’s Giving Day - our fundraising goal is $16,000. eBlasts with more information coming this week. 

FRIENDS, ROMANS & COUNTRYMEN, Friday, March 3rd, is your chance to test your smarts at the Trivia Challenge. This competitive game is played virtually so teams of 10 people can include friends and family from all over the country. REGISTER TODAY! A SILENT AUCTION will open soon and is available to all. 

Donate generously so we can continue funding New Lebanon Theatre and our many programs that inspire educators and offer equity and access in education to GPS students and alumni!

Thanks, Julie

Fourth grade students at New Lebanon view their short monologues after participating in the school's Declamation Contest. 
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FEBRUARY HIGHLIGHTS 
 
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Reaching Out Grants Application is OPEN | Over $1.8M awarded since 2008 to over 58 grants
 

Calling all innovative educational ideas … it is time to apply for a Reaching Out Grant. Grants are awarded to GPS educators and community organizations. Take a look at our website to see what types of grants tend to get funding and check out the GRANT APPLICATION. Feel free to email Julie Faryniarz - julie@greenwichalliance.org to discuss any grant ideas. Applications are due on Friday, March 24, 2023.

(Photo above) Gaspare Lipari, at SummerFare promoting Unbound Innovations VR/AR Summer Camp. Unbound Innovations is a three-year grant recipient and received funds totaling $115,000.
 
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Grit & Grace | A movie preview and panel discussion, which included Alliance Board Member Ivonne Zucco, was led by Congressman Himes and proved to be a noteworthy evening ...
 

This groundbreaking documentary-style film produced by the 117th Congress's House Select Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth and directed by Oscar Guerra, Associate Professor of Digital Media & Design at UConn Stamford. Narrated by EMMY® award-winning actress Sarah Jessica Parker, this first-of-its-kind movie features three true stories from across the country of what it means to find economic security in America, as well as the diverse paths people are taking to get there. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE FILM 
 
... ESSENTIAL EXTENSIONS TO THE GPS AVID EXPERIENCE!
AVID TEAM BUILDING through Art and Improv
 

(Top photo) 9th Grade AVID classes spent time with Bob DeAngelo - Blue Sky Adventures, to discover and think about “Inner Beauty” with a team building woodworking art experience.

(Bottom photo) Improv with Western Middle School AVID 7th & 8th graders led by Nancy Meyer (teacher and Musical Theater Performer) brought out laughs and smiles! Why Improv?  Improv is a collaborative process which teaches teamwork, listening and communication and brings people together to solve a task at hand. Teaching Improv Skills by Nancy L. Meyer
UPCOMING EVENTS
 
Fairfield County's Giving Day - Thursday, February 23, 2023
 

This is the last year for Giving Day so let’s make it a big day for the Alliance. Look for emails on Thursday detailing how and when to donate.
 
Trivia Challenge - Friday, March 3, 2023
 

It is time to start practicing your trivia and gathering friends and family far and wide. This year's Trivia Challenge will once again be a virtual event and promises to be another great night. Click below for event details, buy tickets or donate an item to our Auction! 
FOR MORE INFO & TO REGISTER
 
Shop & Support the Alliance - Thursday, March 30, 2023
 

Join our Executive Director, Julie Faryniarz, for sips and spring shopping in support of the Greenwich Alliance. Come Thursday, March 30th 11AM - 5PM | J. McLaughlin, 55 E Putnam Avenue, Greenwich 
 
SAVE THE DATE - Celebrating
10 Years of College Dreams

It has been 10 years since the first AVID Class graduated and went to college. SO, we are having a party and fundraiser for AVID SUCCESS Scholarships and programming. Everyone is invited! To underwrite/sponsor this milestone community event, contact julie@greenwichalliance.org
 
Cadillac of Greenwich - Golf Equipment Drive for First Tee CT
Now through Saturday, April 15, 2023
 

Need space in your garage? Consider donating the following: adult golf clubs (10 years old and newer), any junior golf clubs and bags, adult golf bags with stands, colored golf balls.

Donations can be dropped off at the Cadillac of Greenwich Showroom - 144 Railroad Avenue, Greenwich.
 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Board of Education Meetings @ 7:00 pm

  • - Thurs. Feb. 23,  Business Meeting, Central Middle School
  • - Thurs. March 15, Business Meeting, Central Middle School

BET Meeting @7:00 pm

  • - Thurs. March 29, Public Hearing,  Town Hall Meeting Room

Greenwich Alliance Trivia Challenge, Friday, March 3. Register Here

OTHER:

Visit Greenwich Together website for resources to prevent substance misuse, promote behavioral and mental health and strengthen healthy choices.

Sign-up here to receive Community Connections notifications from First Selection, Fred Camillo.

Use this link to sign up to receive the GPS District Digest, the Greenwich School District e-newsletter.
DONATE NOW!
 

Questions about the Greenwich Alliance for Education? Want to share your ideas on how to spread the word?

Contact me at julie@greenwichalliance.org.

Sincerely,

Julie Faryniarz, Executive Director
203.340.2323 
julie@greenwichalliance.org
www.greenwichalliance.org
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie.faryniarz

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