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The 5th grade “Sailing On” Ceremony at Old Greenwich School featured remarks by GHS seniors who had previously attended the school. Oliver Fulton credited Frank Gasparino for his influence.
“It’s important to be able to know who you are and be yourself rather than try to fit in. This is something Mr. G always took into account. If I learned anything from Mr. G it’s be who you want to be, because that’s all that matters,” Oliver said. Continue Reading →
Bobby Littlefield taught in Room No. 2 for many years. At his 40th GHS reunion her son Bart connected with Joe Williamson whose wife Louise has been teaching kindergarten in Room No. 2 since 1990. The conversation sparked a connection that led to Mrs. Littlefield visiting her former classroom twice a week. Continue Reading →
In Greenwich, the plastic bag ban goes into effect on September 12, 2018. Continue Reading →
Family and friends will honor the life of Frank at Yannantuono’s Funeral Home 584 Gramatan Avenue Mt. Vernon, NY on Sunday, November 12 from 2pm to 6pm. Funeral to be held on Monday, November 13 at St. Peter & Paul 11:00 am. Continue Reading →
At Old Greenwich School the community will run a collective 1,850 miles as a community to raise funds to donate to Americares’ 2017 Hurricane Fund. Continue Reading →
The Pumpkin Patch is an annual tradition for Old Greenwich families and the surrounding communities. It’s an outdoor fair with hay maze, inflatable bounce houses, pumpkin patch, scary ‘house’, DJ music, Magic Show, games, raffles, and tons of prizes. Continue Reading →
Old Greenwich School principal Jen Bencivengo’s lifelong friend Allyson, who also lives in Greenwich, has a son at Glenville School who has Vanishing White Matter disease. On Friday teachers at Old Greenwich School took pies in the face to raise money for research for a cure for the disease. Continue Reading →
The Pin Oak planted in front of Old Greenwich School will support over 500 species of larvae, the food source for all hatchlings.
It takes about 5,000 larvae to support a clutch of chickadees. Continue Reading →
Developers of 143 Sound Beach Ave met resistance from neighbors and the P&Z commission on Tuesday. Concerns included traffic congestion, parking, and the balance of retail and residential in the “mixed use” building.
Also, with a 100 ft setback, commissioners said the retail would not engage pedestrians. Continue Reading →
On Thursday night, students from across the district were honored for participating in service activities that help improve both their schools and community. Continue Reading →