Granby Parents for a Safe Graduation (GPSG) has been working hard to create a memorable evening to celebrate the Class of 2026. The party, held Graduation Night (June 11), absolutely cannot happen without volunteers. The committee has done the legwork; now volunteers are needed to help with day-of-event preparation and chaperoning the party itself.
The event is typically chaperoned by underclass parents—parents of seniors are not allowed—so it is important for new volunteers to step up each year. If you would like to learn more about helping with the party, please email granbyparentssafegrad@gmail.com
It’s also almost time for our fabulous flock of flamingoes to migrate south until next year. So, if you want to send this bright and cheerful flock to visit a friend or relative for a $25 donation, please contact granbyparentssafegrad@gmail.com and schedule your flocking today. Also, please visit the Safe Grad bake sale at Geissler’s on May 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The highlight of the Grad Night celebration is the student raffle. GPSG works hard to ensure every student goes home with a prize. We are still collecting donations of prizes. If you would like to contribute, we recommend gift cards for Door Dash/Grub Hub, Amazon, other retail stores, gas stations, Visa gift cards—remember that Granby students’ post-graduation plans take them across the country (and sometimes the world). You can also donate cash to help us purchase prizes as necessary and to support the party itself. Gift cards can be dropped off at Granby Memorial High School or mailed to GPSG. Check donations and gift cards can be mailed to: Granby Parents for a Safe Graduation, Attn: Treasurer, P.O. Box 81, Granby, CT 06035.
Granby Parents for a Safe Graduation is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit group that organizes a substance-free Grad Night celebration for GMHS graduates each year. GPSG is unaffiliated with the Granby Public Schools; the Graduation Night party is completely funded by our fundraising efforts and generous donations from the community. We’d like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to all those organizations, businesses and individuals who have supported our organization and events throughout the past year.
Please consider being a part of this proud Granby tradition—we are looking forward to celebrating the Class of 2026!
Submitted by Kate Wardle