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Welcome to Grant D. Morse Elementary School
MISSION
We provide equitable, engaging, inspiring, and holistic experiences that support success and empowerment for students, families, and the community in a diverse and changing world.
VISION
We are a beacon of educational excellence, where every individual is inspired to achieve their fullest potential.
News and Announcements
![A group of student athletes standing in front of the Sawyer backdrop.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1791397249/saugertiesk12nyus/rmwnpcmzgmy8hwcmgi1k/IMG_0147.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1791397249/saugertiesk12nyus/rmwnpcmzgmy8hwcmgi1k/IMG_0147.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1791397249/saugertiesk12nyus/rmwnpcmzgmy8hwcmgi1k/IMG_0147.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1791397249/saugertiesk12nyus/rmwnpcmzgmy8hwcmgi1k/IMG_0147.webp","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1791397249/saugertiesk12nyus/rmwnpcmzgmy8hwcmgi1k/IMG_0147.webp","width":1600}])
True Sawyer Blue is back for another school year! Saugerties Athletics is once again recognizing student-athletes each month who demonstrate that being a great teammate is about much more than what happens during competition.
![Used Clothing Drive for 2027 class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1791467986/saugertiesk12nyus/nrph3stkbdqwevpbcpxm/667547523_1596319708747019_1448256227541673817_n.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1791467986/saugertiesk12nyus/nrph3stkbdqwevpbcpxm/667547523_1596319708747019_1448256227541673817_n.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1791467986/saugertiesk12nyus/nrph3stkbdqwevpbcpxm/667547523_1596319708747019_1448256227541673817_n.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1791467986/saugertiesk12nyus/nrph3stkbdqwevpbcpxm/667547523_1596319708747019_1448256227541673817_n.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1791467986/saugertiesk12nyus/nrph3stkbdqwevpbcpxm/667547523_1596319708747019_1448256227541673817_n.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1791467986/saugertiesk12nyus/nrph3stkbdqwevpbcpxm/667547523_1596319708747019_1448256227541673817_n.jpg","width":1650}])
Our annual Fall Used Clothing Drive is back! Donate your gently used clothing and household textiles and help raise money for Senior Class activities. The more we collect, the more we raise!
![Chelsea Defino standing in front of a filing cabinet]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787588075/saugertiesk12nyus/ijrwbmqby61mlsldmpdv/ChelseaDefino.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787588075/saugertiesk12nyus/ijrwbmqby61mlsldmpdv/ChelseaDefino.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1787588075/saugertiesk12nyus/ijrwbmqby61mlsldmpdv/ChelseaDefino.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1787588075/saugertiesk12nyus/ijrwbmqby61mlsldmpdv/ChelseaDefino.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787588075/saugertiesk12nyus/ijrwbmqby61mlsldmpdv/ChelseaDefino.png","width":1537}])
Saugerties Central School District Appoints Chelsea Defino as Director of Curriculum and Instruction
The Saugerties Central School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Chelsea Defino as its new Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
![Young athletes in red and white jerseys compete for a soccer ball on a green field with trees in the background, under bold "SPORTS TRYOUTS" text.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1786370200/saugertiesk12nyus/ehej20nzsncamydw3bfi/BlueandWhiteMinimalistBaseballTryoutInstagramPost1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1786370200/saugertiesk12nyus/ehej20nzsncamydw3bfi/BlueandWhiteMinimalistBaseballTryoutInstagramPost1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1786370200/saugertiesk12nyus/ehej20nzsncamydw3bfi/BlueandWhiteMinimalistBaseballTryoutInstagramPost1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1786370200/saugertiesk12nyus/ehej20nzsncamydw3bfi/BlueandWhiteMinimalistBaseballTryoutInstagramPost1.png","width":1080}])
Fall sports are right around the corner! Parents and student-athletes, please review the tryout and start-date information for your respective sport.
![Free Algebra I Study Sessions]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1785771230/saugertiesk12nyus/fzmwfdldbdpqz1586lc0/AlgebraIStudySessions.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1785771230/saugertiesk12nyus/fzmwfdldbdpqz1586lc0/AlgebraIStudySessions.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1785771230/saugertiesk12nyus/fzmwfdldbdpqz1586lc0/AlgebraIStudySessions.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1785771230/saugertiesk12nyus/fzmwfdldbdpqz1586lc0/AlgebraIStudySessions.jpg","width":1200}])
Saugerties Central School District is offering a FREE Algebra I Prep Class to help students review important concepts, practice their skills, and feel more confident on exam day.
![Student receives a certificate for Moving Up Day from the Principal.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782230527/saugertiesk12nyus/qkysblawj1endeumwbjg/IMG_6015.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782230527/saugertiesk12nyus/qkysblawj1endeumwbjg/IMG_6015.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782230527/saugertiesk12nyus/qkysblawj1endeumwbjg/IMG_6015.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782230527/saugertiesk12nyus/qkysblawj1endeumwbjg/IMG_6015.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1782230527/saugertiesk12nyus/qkysblawj1endeumwbjg/IMG_6015.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1782230527/saugertiesk12nyus/qkysblawj1endeumwbjg/IMG_6015.jpg","width":2200}])
Grant D. Morse Elementary School (GDM) celebrated the end of the school year with a Success Parade, giving students the opportunity to share what they were most proud of accomplishing this year.
School Calendar
District-wide
Schools Closed - Columbus Day
all day
Letter Day
A Day
Letter Day
B Day
Letter Day
C Day
GD Morse Elementary School
Parent Teacher Conference Night
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District-wide
Superintendent's Conference Day
all day
Letter Day
D Day
Letter Day
E Day