Griswold PRIDE

05/29/2026

Honored to partner with Griswold Public Schools in securing an underage ni****ne prevention grant for the upcoming school year.

Last night, the Board of Education recognized our coordinator, Miranda Mahoney, for her work supporting youth substance use prevention efforts in our community. We’re grateful for the collaboration and commitment to keeping our students healthy, informed, and supported.

This grant will help expand prevention education and continue building a healthier future for Griswold youth. 💚

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At the Board of Education meeting on Thursday, May 28, Superintendent McKenna and the BOE voted to accept grant funding to support student wellness and recognized community partner Miranda Mahoney from Griswold PRIDE for helping secure the grant for our school district.

Griswold Public Schools and the Griswold PRIDE Coalition have been awarded a $10,000 grant through the SERAC Underage Ni****ne Prevention Program (UNPP), funded by Juul Settlement funds with support from the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. This grant will support a collaborative effort to strengthen ni****ne prevention and student wellness across the district by bringing expanded, evidence-based ni****ne prevention programming into schools, increasing access to student intervention and support services, and providing screening tools and training for school staff.

The initiative will also include a student-led PhotoVoice project in collaboration with the Griswold High School Photography Department, giving students the opportunity to explore and share how va**ng impacts their lives, their school, and the broader community.

By focusing on education, early support, and youth engagement, this work reflects a shared commitment to moving Griswold Forward. Thank you to Miranda Mahoney and members of the GPS faculty for helping secure this grant.

05/29/2026

Laura Stack's from Johnny's Ambassadors talks "The Dangerous Truth About Today's Ma*****na" join this virtual session to hear the story of a young boy who experienced the difficulties that high potency THC products can create for youth through mental illness and psychosis as well as the increased risk in youth su***de.

For questions or concerns, contact Megan Erdman at [email protected]

To register: https://forms.office.com/r/xSruZ0aiuC

05/28/2026

Connecticut has seen a 18% drop in su***de rates among young people since the start of the 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline, according to United Way of Connecticut officials on Thursday.

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

The wait is over — our outdoor public access Narcan cabinets are BACK. 💜

We are proud to officially relaunch this life-saving initiative in our community with TWO public access locations available 24/7:

📍 UCFS Healthcare - Griswold
📍 Life's Journey Counseling

After updated state mandates allowed us to move forward again, we are beyond excited to bring this important resource back to Griswold. Access to Narcan saves lives, supports families, and helps create a safer, more compassionate community for everyone.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this relaunch possible. Together, we continue working to reduce stigma, increase education, and save lives. 💜

05/27/2026

Huge thank you to Backus Hospital for partnering with Griswold Middle School to provide our 8th grade students with an unforgettable hands-on learning experience, Dare to Care.

Students rotated through several stations including the Critical Care Unit, Emergency Department, Life Start Helicopter, and American Ambulance, along with interactive activities and educational opportunities featuring impairment goggles and a Stop the Bleed training.

These real-world experiences help educate and empower our youth to make safe, healthy decisions while learning valuable lifesaving skills. We are so grateful to the staff, first responders, and everyone involved for making this impactful day possible. 💙🚑🚁
Griswold Public Schools Backus Hospital

05/26/2026

Don't miss this training by Kriya Lendzion on Addiction Proofing our Youth, this training is in person and space is limited, register today!

For questions or concers, contact Jessica Garcia at [email protected]

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/kEEj6BJc47

05/26/2026

Proud to launch our new Community Care Cabinet!

Located outside of Griswold Town Hall, this cabinet is stocked with essential items for anyone in our community who may need a little extra support. Whether you need to take something or are simply spreading the word, we’re here to help care for one another.

✨ Check back often for restocks and new items.
🤝 Donation information coming soon for those who’d like to help keep the cabinet filled and support our neighbors in need.

Together, we can make a difference—one act of kindness at a time.

05/15/2026

💚 Our Griswold High School Student Leadership Council is leading the way for Mental Health Awareness Month! 💚
To build excitement for our annual Mental Health Awareness Day on Friday, May 22nd, students have planned a full Mental Health Awareness Spirit Week to promote positivity, connection, and self-care throughout the school community.
Through fun activities, daily themes, and meaningful conversations, our students are helping reduce stigma and remind their peers that mental health matters.
We’re incredibly proud of the leadership, creativity, and compassion our students continue to show in making this event bigger and better each year.

Be sure to follow along as we celebrate youth leadership and mental wellness at GHS!

Next week, Griswold High School is hosting a Mental Health Awareness Spirit Week. The days/themes are as follows:
- Monday: PJ Day
- Tuesday: Beach Day (no bathing suits)
- Wednesday: Dress Like a Teacher/Staff Member
- Thursday: Color War (Mental Health Awareness Theme) Freshmen/Sophomores wear yellow, and Juniors/Seniors wear purple
- Friday: Seniors and Staff wear College/Military/Career gear, while underclassmen wear Griswold gear

On the morning of Friday, May 22, before the spring pep rally, the Student Leadership Council will host a Mental Health Awareness Day featuring a range of activities and resources for students to explore.

05/13/2026