Upcoming Events

Breakfast With Rabbi Baker – Friday, May 9
The Gann Parent Association invites you to a light breakfast with Rabbi Marc Baker, Friday, May 9, 8:10am – 9:30am. This is the second informal community conversation with Rabbi Baker hosted by the GPA this year. Our first meeting addressed stress in our children.  We will continue that dialogue by taking a look at managing stress and achieving balance as a community.  Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 6 to rsvp_gpa@gannacademy.org. 

Gann Parent Association’s Annual Day of Learning and Exploration for Parents
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Sunday, March 30, 2008
9:00 am to 2:00 pm
We hope you'll join us for a day of learning and exploration sponsored by the Gann Parent Association and led by Gann Academy faculty and parents.

Interested in helping to plan or present?  Please contact the Annual Day of Learning Co-Chairs Laura Rice or Miriam May.

Gann Parent Association General Organizational Meetings
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
8:15 am and 7:30 pm
Please attend whichever meeting is more convenient for you and learn more about becoming an active participant.  We also look forward to hearing about new ideas you may have for GPA efforts.

Annual Gann Parent Association Parent Get-Together
Saturday, November 3, 2007
8:00 pm
Join Gann Academy parents for a spirited evening of fun and an opportunity to meet other parents.

Please contact Dana Gerbie Klein 617-566-8166 or Debra Bickoff  617-277-6716 if you would like to help.

Volunteer Opportunities

Parent involvement at any level is greatly valued.  Whether you chair an event, serve on a committee, attend a function, or suggest a new initiative, your participation plays a critical role in strengthening our community and your child’s experience at Gann Academy.  We hope that you will become an active member of the Gann Parent Association and look forward to seeing you throughout the year.  If you are interested in helping with any of the GPA activities, please complete the Volunteer Interest form and return it to the office at Gann or contact Robin Jaeger, President of the Gann Parent Association.

Grade Liaisons

Each grade is represented by one or more parents who have volunteered to serve that year as a grade liaison. Parents who have any questions or concerns are encouraged to contact any of their grade liaisons. Grade liaisons meet every month with the Headmaster and Associate Headmaster to communicate issues and concerns and provide parent feedback. Grade liaisons also communicate with the faculty member who serves as the class dean. Grade liaisons plan social programs for parents of the grade and help set the agenda for grade-level meetings.

Committees and Programs

We encourage all parents to become involved in the school and the GPA. There are many ways in which parents can become active participants in the school community. During the school year, parents assist with a variety of programs, events, and ongoing efforts. If you are interested in helping with any of the activities listed below, please contact please contact Robin Jaeger, President of the Gann Parent Association.

• Liaisons for Each Grade Level—Discuss issues and ideas with administration at monthly administration/PA liaison meetings; set agenda for grade-wide meetings; communicate with the grade's class dean; plan social activities for parents of the grade. (If you have more than one child, please select one grade only.)
• Chesed Committee—Add your name to the list of parents who can provide a meal (or other help) to Gann Academy families as needed.
• A Day of Learning and Exploration for Parents—A day for schmoozing and learning and eating! Gann Academy parents and faculty present a variety of workshops and programs allowing the parent community an opportunity to explore and discuss a range of topics, as well as participate in interactive creative activities.
• Parent Dinner/Social Evening—Join the organizing committee to plan a spirited evening for Gann Parents.
• Faculty and Staff Appreciation Lunch (week of June 12th)—Arrange for a catered lunch at school for faculty and staff during the in-service days at the end of the year.
• Construction of Sukkah—Help assemble and decorate the structure at the new campus. Parents and students welcome.