Seeking Volunteers, Participants in Grades 8-12 for the TIES Program: The TIES program (Together Including Every Student) gives students with developmental disabilities (ages 8-21) the opportunity to join extracurricular, community and recreational activities of their choice with support from trained student volunteers. TIES is an amazing opportunity for student volunteers and participants to develop friendships, skills and connections. Volunteers are students in grades 8-12 who receive training and an individual support plan that describes the participant’s needs. Time commitment is based on the volunteer’s schedule. Students can join after-school activities, lunchtime support, stage crew, school dances, drumming circles, sports, community programs, school of religion, scouts, etc. Questions or more information please contact Lisa Valle, TIES Coordinator at 716-984-4847 or email at vallebug@aol.com.

Neighbors Foundation Provides Throughout Year: Grand Island Schools has a close partnership with the Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island, especially during the Holiday Food Distribution, but the Foundation provides assistance to families throughout the year. For temporary assistance, call the Foundation at 773-1452 or 773-7476. All inquiries are confidential. The Foundation provides confidential emergency assistance, primarily food, for Grand Island residents who find themselves in temporary need. The Foundation is a volunteer organization, using churches and other organizations to collect and stock an immediate needs food pantry, and raising money through community-wide fund drives.

New students to the district for the 2018-19 school year need to register. Link to registration forms.