Principal's Corner

October 9, 2024

The school year is in full swing and marking period one is coming to a rapid close.  Please be certain that you speak with your teachers regarding any work you may need to submit in order that the first marking period is a success for each and every one of you.  I hope for you all the start of the school year has been successful and enjoyable.  Our clubs and Fall sports are in full swing, we have many new and exciting activities going on at Grover Cleveland.  

Remember, you only have one high school experience in your life- make the most of it, get involved, and make a difference in the life of your community.  The rewards of involvement and engagement will be something that you carry with you throughout your lives.  

Marc A Pascente

September 3, 2024

As the summer winds to a close and our teachers return to our beautiful Grover Cleveland High School, I find myself eagerly awaiting the arrival of our students.  For many September is a time of endings- the ending of summer comes to mind first and foremost- for me as an educator, September is a time of renewal and possibilities.  

Our building will soon be filled with the noise of teenagers moving from class to class, engaging in sports, debate, and other activities.  Grover Cleveland H.S. is a school of excellence that places student voice at the forefront of our educational mission.  I look forward to welcoming our new students and our returning students to an exciting and thoughtful year of growth and discovery.  Welcome to the 2024-25 school year at Grover Cleveland H.S.  Let us begin anew.

Marc A Pascente

June 25

The month of May has been a whirlwind of activity.  May events included our Class of 2023 Academic Awards, our Sports Awards Banquet, the annual volleyball and basketball tournaments and our Spring Talent Show.  June looks to be just as hectic with our Parent Association elections, Prom, The Spring Concert and Art Show, the student field day, and of course The Class of 2023 Commencement Exercises at Queens College.  It is a lot of work for Team Grover Cleveland and many late nights, but celebrating academic, athletic, and artistic talent is worth all of the time and effort.  

As we strive for educational excellence, know that all of our programs including our artistic, athletic and academics will continue to grow and thrive in the 2023-2024 School year.  Thanks to Mayor Adams, Chancellor Banks and The State of New York, our upcoming budget will continue to sustain programs of excellence for all of our children.  In 2023 look for the following exciting changes at Grover Cleveland High School

• Our newly renovated science labs

• Individual lockers for student use

• The completion of our cafeteria renovation

• Continued growth of our College in High School programs

• Additional Advanced Placement Sections

• ASD Horizons Program for students with Autism

• The kickoff of our library renovation project

• The new weight room and aerobic fitness center

And so much more.  

Marc A Pascente

Blue Ribbon Panel for Graduation Requirements  

Rising Senior Hafid Aburto Resendiz has been working with the New York State Board of Regents Blue Ribbon Panel tasked with evaluating high school graduation requirement for New York State.  Hafid and the panel first convened in September of 2022 and met monthly throughout the school year.  The panel will soon make final recommendations to the New York State Board of Regents for graduation requirements.  Grover Cleveland High School student Hafid has been an incredibly impactful member of the team, always advocating for the interests of ALL students.  Below, he receives a commendation of appreciation from New York State Chancellor Lester Young.  Thank you for your service Hafid.  

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