Granby Elementary School recently celebrated the selection of its newest “Teacher of the Year” honoree for his or her exceptional commitment to instructional excellence and student well-being. The school community held its annual Granby Jubilee, a festival of student achievement in music and a celebration of community spirit. Students on campus are also enjoying a brand-new STEAM lab where they solve weekly engineering puzzles and explore computer coding.

Q1. Is there a studio at Granby Elementary School for traditional pottery and ceramic projects?

Ans. In our fine arts wing, students create original clay sculptures and designs on pottery wheels and fire them in a professional kiln.

Q2. Each school year, students at Granby Elementary School learn digital safety practices.

Ans. All students take a digital citizenship class on being safe online and being smart about social media for kids.

Q3. How many members of the community of Columbus veterans are participating in the annual history and civic events at Granby Elementary School?

Ans. We have a community breakfast that local veterans come and share their experiences, and students can learn about the importance of service.

Q4. Special Partnerships: Is Granby Elementary School in science collaboration with Ohio’s regional research centers?

Ans. In our upper grades we partner with university mentors from our local university to offer advanced workshops in urban ecology and biology.

Q5. Are there special workshops at Granby Elementary for parents to help with early childhood literacy at home?

Ans. Families will learn practical strategies on how to encourage reading habits and a love of books in morning sessions with our literacy experts.