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Busy families can:
- check account balances
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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
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We are looking forward to an exciting week at GOC!
Remember, students will not be coming to campus for Learning Labs or Campus Time next week. Students and teachers will have the chance to experience virtual learning utilizing
Adobe Connect for learning lab sessions next week. Our teachers and tech team are prepared to make this a productive week of learning!
Students, make sure that you do your part to contribute to a successful learning experience by being ready and willing to participate in each of your virtual classes. Virtual Week is a great opportunity to
"Power your Potential!"
GOC SCHOOL COUNCIL
The nomination period for School Council has closed. We received interest from exactly the number of parent representatives that are needed to serve on the council. Our parent representatives are
Jacobus Boers,
Jinnifer Caldwell,
Kris Michels,
Yessica Rojas, and
Denise Rumbaugh.
Dr. Anissa Vega from Kennesaw State University will serve as a business representative. We appreciate their willingness to serve.
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VERY IMPORTANT WEBSITE ANNOUNCEMENT!
The district has instructed all schools in GCPS to redirect website home pages to the district website.
Please be aware that the URL:
gwinnettonlinecampus.com
has been redirected to the
GCPS homepage.
To reach the login screen of our website so that users can log into
D2L Brightspace, please
type in
It is recommended to Bookmark the login page link for future use.
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VIRTUAL WEEK SCHEDULE
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September 26 - 30
Virtual Week 2016 is going to be awesome! Know your SCHEDULE, have webcams turned on, be ready to speak when called upon, and prepare to virtually engage like never before!
*Please contact your teacher directly if you have questions.
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GATEWAY RETEST
The Science and Social Studies Gateway exams are a Gwinnett County graduation requirement.
- Science Gateway exam is Tuesday, September 27, 2016 beginning at 8 a.m.
- Social Studies Gateway exam is Wednesday, September 28, 2016 beginning at 8 a.m.
Students have been given access to the GOC High School Gateway Intervention Course 2016-2017 in their course
dropdown. Email
Melissa Torrens with questions.
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ON-CAMPUS ACCOUNTABILITY TESTING
On-campus accountability testing is for students enrolled in
Grades 4 - 8 and will take place during their regularly scheduled learning labs. Attendance on-campus is mandatory for the following dates:
- Grades 4 - 6: Wednesday, October 5, 2016
- Grades 7 - 8: Thursday, October 6, 2016
Students who are enrolled in a high school course will not need to complete an accountability test for that course.
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READING IS A HOOT!
Grades 6 - 8
Monday, October 3
is the kickoff date for the
"Reading is a Hoot"
program. Students can participate by accessing
the
READING CHART through their homeroom. Students will be awarded
points for successfully completing the reading tasks. If students earn at least
100
points they will be invited to the end-of-the-year reading celebration. Additional prizes will be awarded to students who make the
200
or
400
point clubs!
If you have any questions, please contact
Mrs. Bridges
in the Productivity Center.
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ATTENTION GRADES 9-12
Competitive Academic Club
Are you interested in forming and participating in a
Competitive Academic Club?
Model UN? Debate? Mock Trial? Scholars Bowl?
Something Else?
We will meet on
Tuesday, October 4 at
1 p.m. in the Auditorium to explore student interest levels. Check your email for an interest survey and plan to attend our meeting. Email
Charissa Crook
with questions.
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LIFE LESSON SCHEDULE
Mark your calendar now for the next lesson on
October 4.
Upcoming dates include:
- October 4: Student Leadership Team
- October 11: Advisement
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
The October schedule will be available in next week's #GOCOWLS. Be sure to join the fun with Fitness and Sport Activities sponsored by the PE department!
There is something for everyone.
Click HERE
for the complete schedule of activities.
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ATTENTION GRADES 6 - 8
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT
Biztown and Finance Park
It is an expectation that all students in grades 6-8 participate in this program. Please mark all of the dates below on your calendar and plan for your student to be here to complete the necessary lessons in preparation for the visit to Biztown and Finance Park in January.
Junior Achievement
Click
HERE
for the video from GOC teachers to learn how this program fits into the curriculum.
Junior Achievement Biztown
Who? 6
th & 7
th graders
What? JA (short for
Junior Achievement), teaches applicable financial literacy.
When?
- Friday, October 14, 9 -11 a.m.
- Friday, November 11, 9 -11 a.m.
- Wednesday, January 11, 2017, 9 -10:30 a.m.
- Thursday, January 12, 2017, 9 -10:30 a.m.
- Friday, January 27, 2017, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m -
Biz Town Simulation at Discovery High School
Junior Achievement Finance Park
Who? 8th graders
What? JA (short for
Junior Achievement), teaches applicable financial literacy.
When?
- Friday, October 14, 9 -11 a.m.
- Friday, November 11, 9 -11 a.m.
- Wednesday, January 11, 2017, 9 - 10:30 a.m.
- Thursday, January 12, 2017, 9 - 10:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, January 17, 2017, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Finance Park Simulation at Discovery High School
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OWLS WHO LEAD - STUDENT LEADERSHIP TEAM
Join us for the next Student Leadership Team meetings.
Who? All GOC full time students
Where? The Smart Studio (A18)
When?
Grades 9-12:Tuesday Oct. 18 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Grades 4-6: Wednesday Oct. 19 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Grades 7-8: Thursday Oct. 20 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Grades 4-12: Friday Oct. 21 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Why? To build leadership skills, get to know each other, and have fun.
Please pack your lunch if you plan to stay after learning labs.
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MCCLAIN HERMES
"Shoes for the Souls"
We want to celebrate our very own paralympic swimmer, McClain Hermes, by supporting her charity,
Shoes for the Souls. Please consider donating any new or gently used shoes the week of
October 3 - October 7. A service wagon will be available in the main lobby for the collection for one week. Dr. Edwards and the Advisement teachers will also teach a lesson to the 4th-8th grade students on "Overcoming Adversity" to accompany the service project.
We'll have other service opportunities throughout the year, so stay tuned!
Paralympic Update
The 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Teams have been invited to the White House for a "Red Carpet Event". Although the invitation did not mention President Obama's presence, he was present after London in 2012 so McClain is hopeful she will see him there.
Click here to see the GCPS In5ive clip featuring her time in Rio.
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GWINNETT CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL
All students who are interested in participating in the GOC
 Environmental Club (as part of
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ODYSSEY OF THE MIND
Grades 4-12
Odyssey of the Mind Meeting
Who?
All students who have expressed an interest in Odyssey
What? 
Team Meetings
When?
Friday, October 21 at 9 - 10:30 a.m.
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ART RICH EXPERIENCE
Ceramics Workshop October 7
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Come get your hands in the clay in this Art Experience!
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Come and join us for our first
Art Experience
on
Friday, October 7 from 9 - 10 a.m.
During this hands-on workshop, students will construct their own original ceramic creations using the "slab" method of building with clay. After learning this ceramic hand-building technique, students will create "relief" sculptures in the subject matter of their choosing. We'll have fun creating with clay and learning new skills!
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SAVE THE DATE!!!
4th ANNUAL GOC TALENT SHOW
- Auditions: October 25-27 after morning learning labs
- First Rehearsal: Friday, October 28 9 -11:30 a.m.
- Talent Show: Thurs., November 17 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
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RICH EXPERIENCE AT GOC
OWL PELLET DISSECTION
Friday, October 7
We can identify precisely what the bird has been feeding on and gain clues to the owl's hunting habits from the prey it has taken. By finding out more about the prey animals we learn a great deal about food chains and the important role of the owl. Join us for this
owlsome
science lab!
Date: Friday, October 7
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE
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RICH EXPERIENCE AT THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM
Friday, November 4
Students will enjoy an Instructor Led Tour of the
Georgia Aquarium. The aquarium houses
thousands of  animals representing several thousand species, all of which reside in 10 million gallons (38,000 m
3
) of marine and salt water. It is the largest aquarium in the western hemisphere.
Cost:
$35.
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CLOSE UP 2017
It's not too Late to Sign Up!
Click the appropriate link for your grade level to find out more information:
High School Information
We will have an informational meeting after Social Studies Fridays for anyone that would like more information on CLOSE UP!
For those of you who have already signed up, please remember that your non-refundable enrollment fee is due by
October 1, 2016.
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MAXWELL HIGH SCHOOL SEEKS YOUR HELP
Last year,
Maxwell High School
was the national winner of the Quaker State Best in Class competition. They are in the running for the 2016 competition and need your help again with online voting. This is a truly collaborative effort as Maxwell's student body is comprised of students from every cluster in the district.
Please help the Maxwell High School Automotive & Collision programs make it to the Best in Class finals by voting. Just click the link below and cast your vote.
Voting ends
September 25, 2016 at
11:59 p.m. ET.
The semi-finalist school that receives the most votes during the online voting phase will be named the finalist for your market. The winners will be announced and the team leaders will be notified by email on or about September 28, 2016.
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PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Coffee Club Information
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