Valedictorian & Salutatorian

Congratulations to Anastasia Drulias and Kyra Sales!  Anastasia is the Class of 2017 Valedictorian and will give the Commencement Speech at graduation.  Kyra Sales is the Class of 2017 Salutatorian and will give the Invocation at graduation. .
Boys State - Will Farr

Congratulations to Garces junior Will Farr!  Will has been selected to be the Garces delegate to Boys State this summer. 

American Legion Boys State is among the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school students.  At Boys State, participants learn the rights, privileges and responsibilities of franchised citizens. The training is objective and centers on the structure of city, county and state governments. Operated by students elected to various offices, Boys State activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law-enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, choruses and recreational programs.

Congratulations to our RYLA Students!




Congratulations to Emily Demler, Maggie Waguespack, Claudia Millar, and Renee Rassmussen.  They were selected to represent Garces at this year's RYLA program.   Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is a program that originated with Rotary International and encourages servant leadership in youth by recognizing and rewarding deserving 11th grade students who are chosen to attend RYLA as an "award" for their past and present leadership and service activities. These select young people attend an all-expenses-paid camp where they are inspired by a diverse group of exceptional speakers, make life-long friends through fellowship activities, and discuss the ethical and social issues of today. These activities are conducted in an atmosphere of trust and respect. The result is that these students return to their schools and communities motivated to take on additional leadership roles and to find additional ways to serve.   RYLA's intent is to encourage students to be more effective servant leaders.

Jockey Club Honorees

Congratulations to Kyra Sales, Patrick Burke and Blaire Williams!  All three Garces Rams were honored by the Bakersfield Jockey Club on Monday, April 24th, as Outstanding Student Athletes in their respective sport;  Kyra for Track & Field (pole vault); Patrick for Swimming; and Blaire for Swimming. All three gave great speeches and are wonderful ambassadors for our school. 
Senior Awards Assembly

On Thursday, Garces held the Senior Awards Assembly to recognize the outstanding students in the Class of 2017.  Next week we will publish the complete list of awards.  Congratulations to our honorees!
Music Program Seniors Honored

Thursday evening, the Music Program held its annual Spring Music Concert.  During the evening, the seniors were recognized and given special plaques by the Music Director, Mr. Scott Smith.  Assisting Mr. Smith that evening in honoring the seniors were Mrs. Margaret Smith, Mr. Chili Ortega, and Ms. Myka Peck.  Front row: Esperanza Rivera, Kristen Vibal, & RJ Senining.  Back row: Kenneth Russo, Natalie Greenleaf, Ethan Greenleaf, Jacqueline Faria, Sabrina Ortiz, and Joseph Berchtold.  We will miss them and wish them the best of luck as they move on to their next adventure in life. 

Next week we will publish the list of band awards that were presented at the Spring Music Concert. 
Corn Hole Tournament

Juniors Julian Hernandez & Gahan Ritonga
The lunch time Corn Hole Tournament is underway!  Mr. Justin Finch organized a corn hole tournament and we have students and faculty members playing during lunch. We have a lot of strong contenders and look to crown the winners at the end of the week!

Good luck to everyone!  
AP Exam Schedule

Below is the upcoming AP Exam schedule.  All AP exams are on campus.

AP Exam Date
  Arrival Time
Room
AP Chemistry
Monday, May 1
7:30 a.m.
75
AP Psychology
Monday, May 1
11:30 am
75
AP Computer Science
Tuesday, May 2
7:30 am
1
AP Spanish Language and Culture
Tuesday, May 2
7:30 am
75  
English Literature and Composition
Wednesday, May 3
7:30 am
75
AP United States Government and Politics
Thursday, May 4
7:30 am
75
AP United States History
Friday, May 5
7:30 am
75
AP Studio Art
Friday, May 5
11:30 am
1
AP Biology
Monday, May 8
7:30 am
75
AP Calculus AB/BC
Tuesday, May 9
7:30 am
75
AP English Language and Composition
Wednesday, May 10
7:30 am
1
AP Macroeconomics
Wednesday, May 10
11:30 a.m
75
AP Statistics
Thursday, May 11
11:30 am
1
AP European History
Friday, May 12
11:30 am
75
Grad Night - May 18th

Grad Night at Six Flags Magic Mountain is Thursday May 18th. Students interested in attending must fill out a permission slip and turn in their permission slip, along with their payment, to Mrs. Rodriguez in the Garces Business Office by Friday, May 5th


EVENT INFORMATION OVERVIEW:
Location: Six Flags Magic Mountain
Date: Thursday May 18th 
Departure Time from Garces: 6:00 PM
Return Date: Friday May 19th
Approximate Return Time to Garces: 7:00 AM
Cost: $130.00

Cost includes: Transportation, Buffet, Souvenir, Hurricane Harbor Ticket, and Early Access!

News from the Counseling Department

Congressional Leadership Fund Summer Internship Opportunity
The Congressional Leadership Fund, an organization based out of Washington D.C. dedicated to supporting Republican candidates for the U.S. House of Representative has an incredibly unique summer internship opportunity in the area open to local high school students interested in politics. They are very excited to roll out this program and provide young adults a chance to get involved in the extraordinary political processes of our country.  

Intern Information Flier

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Bill Dolan Kern County Law Enforcement Scholarship
The Bill Dolan Kern County Law Enforcement Scholarship is open to seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher who wish to pursue a career in law enforcement. 


Cindy Meek St. Francis Parish School Scholarship
The Cindy Meek St. Francis Parish School Scholarship is a $2,500 book/technology scholarship awarded to a St. Francis School alumnus graduating from Garces Memorial High School.
 
Requirements:
  • Student must be enrolled in a four year university or college for the summer or fall semester/quarter immediately following graduation from Garces Memorial High School.
  • Must have a 3.75 GPA or higher.
  • Must have attended St. Francis Parish School for at least four years.
  • Must submit the completed application form by May 1st.

Ms. Clarke's Class of 2018 
Poetry Superstars

Below is the next set of poems written by the Class of 2018 during their sophomore year.  

Addicted
By: Bryan Henson
Soccer is like a drug; I just can't get enough.
When I play I smell the fresh air going through my lungs.
I feel the breeze hitting my face.
I taste the excitement on my tongue.
I touch the ball with love and I see the goal so near to me.
I hear a voice telling me not to stop.
As Manuel passes the ball all the fans in the Allianz Arena are cheering for me,
But we weren't at the Allianz Arena;
We are just at the park.
My addiction to soccer has me locked up,
We ran one hundred miles per hour.
Even the ball was telling me to stop.
You don't need rehab for this drug.
 
Ode to My Cell Phone
By: Breanna Herrera
Cellphone, oh cellphone, oh how I love you.
Just like my heart, you keep me going
I love you more than Donald Trump loves spray tanning,
At times you are drier than the Atacama Desert.
How can we not forget about all the times you have knocked me out Canelo knocked Khan out.
I simply like you because you have more talents than a Barbie-
You're white, whiter than my Nikes,
Your insides, oh your insides, are nothing like you looks.
You are beaten down on the outside, but string in the inside.   
   
Ten Little Lines
By: Robert Morales
Her smile was as bright as the sun.
It shines on everything which is blinding.
Her voice like roses gently growing on my ears.
Her laughter feels to me like Christmas morning as a kid.
Divergent on a Friday at the Maya.
Her smile was more than blinding actually.
The bright paint of happiness being lathered onto my mind.
She gently floats above me.
The sky kicks its shoes off and calls it a day.
Her smile now not as blinding but even more satisfying.
 
Love is a Camera
By: Gabriela Arias
Love is a camera.
I capture its moments as life passes by,
And hear the camera click.
I see the image of love being captured
It's almost as if I can touch the emotion.
I smell the sweet smell of love,
And taste the sugar of its vine,
I see the camera as it captures its moments of love.
The moment of Aiden Taylor and I,
On a dinner date by the beach in the Uptown bar.
We weren't at the Uptown bar though,
We were in the Spago restaurant in Beverly Hills.
It was a fine wine of love.
I sat there capturing the moments,
While Aiden drank the wine of love.
It spilled and took us to another place,
A place where birds chirp and love fills the air.

Ode to my Dog
By: Julian Rivera
Lovable dog Tyson, as large as a bison.
Fierce but loyal to his master,
Getting faster and faster, like a brave noble knight.
There for me in the night even when the sky is grey.
I'll always be happy to play although I may be alone.
I love to see you eat your bone.
There to protect me even when I flee.
A bark as loud as a sonic boom I can hear it from my room.
Even though you know it's my bed time,
You are howling outside for hours at a time.
Looking at the sky at the crumbling moon,
Always licking off my spoon.
Soft and black silky hair, just like a big fat bear.
Hair like a black hole, always smelling like a troll.
I will always praise you.
O, I wish you didn't poo.

Upcoming Events

All times and locations for athletic competitions are on the Garces Athletic Calendar

Monday, May 1
Boys Golf - Stockdale CC

Tuesday, May 2
JV Swim Championships at Garces

Wednesday, May 3
Senior Awards Night at 6:00 PM in MLH
Track - SWYL/SEYL/SYL Varsity Finals
JV & Varsity Baseball at Frontier at 4 PM
F/S Baseball vs. Frontier at 4 PM
Varsity Softball at Frontier at 4 PM
 
Thursday, May 4
Senior College Commitment Signing Day  at 11:05 AM in Gym

Friday, May 5
Swim at BC - SYC Championships
JV & Varsity Baseball vs Frontier at 4 PM
Varsity Softball vs Frontier at 6 PM
F/S Baseball at Frontier at 4 PM
Senior Sunset at 6 PM

Saturday, May 6
Swim  at BC - SYC Championships
Rams Club Lacrosse at 12:00 PM at Garces Practice Field 
 
In Our Prayers

Mrs. Shauna Kerr, wife of our Broadcasting Instructor, Mr. Greg Kerr, is bravely battling cancer. Please keep the Kerr Family in your prayers.
Summer School Information
Apply Today for 2017-2018.
Tutors for Final Exams

Garces CSF students will be available in the Student Center after school beginning May 1st to tutor students who would like some extra help in preparing for final exams. They will be especially helpful to all freshman and sophomore students and will also be available to help juniors as well. They can provide assistance in all subjects.
Garces Employment Opportunities

We are accepting applications for the 2017-2018 school year for teaching positions relating to Project Lead the Way, Math, Science, Theology, and other subject areas. Please submit an Employment Application to Mrs. Debra Sakowski, Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs.

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