Gwinnett Online Campus is a full-time option for all GCPS students in grades 4-12. 
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The weekly newsletter for Gwinnett Online Campus
Thursday, October 24, 2019
GOC's Custodial Staff
Principals Message

GOC's Principal of the Day, Dr. Babak Mostaghimi, GCPS Executive Director of Innovation & Program Improvement
A special thanks goes out to all of our incredible students and staff for making Virtual Week such a huge success! Our 
students were so well prepared and actively engaged in all of the virtual sessions. 
Students  used an incredible amount of 21st Century Skills that are such a common part of the every day unique learning experience at Gwinnett Online Campus.

We encourage all students to join in on the  fun next week as we celebrate GOC's Fall Spirit Week and Social festivities on Tuesday, October 29 through Thursday, October 31. 
Students are welcome to come dressed as their favorite character or wear fun fall colors. Please be mindful that dress code guidelines need to be followed.

Grades 4-12: RBES Parent Perception Survey

Parents, we encourage you to take a few moments to complete the 2019-2020 RBES Parent Perception Survey.
Please log into your  GCPS Parent Portal  and you will be prompted to take the survey.  If you do not have access to the Parent Portal, please contact  Ms. Freda Moore  to set up an account.

The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback about the quality of education that each school provides. Survey responses are anonymous and results will be reported in summarized form.                                                          
The survey will be available   through  Friday, November 22.
News Release - Georgia Department of Public Health

The Georgia Department of Public Health is issuing several news releases informing the public of the imminent health risks posed by electronic cigarettes or other vaping devices.  Please take a moment to carefully read the attached new releases listed below relating to vaping and lung injuries. 




Grades 6 & 8: Scoliosis Screenings

Scoliosis Screening will take place on campus for students in grades 6 & 8 on Wednesday,  November 13  and  Thursday, November 14  during the students on-site grade level Learning Lab.

Parents, please take a moment to read the very important  Scoliosis Screening Letter from our Principal, Dr. Christopher Ray. Also, please have your student view the  "Scoli What?"  video to help them better understand the screening process. Should you wish to NOT  have your student screened on campus, please complete and return the bottom portion of the parent letter to the Office of Student Services  by Monday, November 11.

Please contact  Ms. Petra Ordini  with any questions.
Gra des 4-12: Fall Spirit Week and Social

Please plan to join us on your grade level lab day the week of  Tuesday, October 29 through Thursday, October 31  for GOC's Fall Spirit Week and Social. The Social will begin immediately following your campus labs and end at  2 p.m.

Plan to dress as your favorite character (real or fictional) or wear fun fall colors (making sure that you adhere to school dress code). 

Students can pre-order pizza slices on their MyPaymentsPlus  account for $2. The deadline to order pizza is 11:59 p.m. the night prior to your grade level social. Other concession items will be available to purchase on campus for $1. 
                                                                   
Parent volunteers and donations are still needed, please click  HERE  if you are able to help with this event.

Please contact Ms. Hope Campbell with any questions.
Grades 4-12: Gwinnett Great Days of Service

GOC Donations
Each year GOC students, faculty, and families participate in a week-long service opportunity that benefits families in need in our community. In partnership with GCPS and Gwinnett Great Days of Service, Gwinnett Online Campus will collect toiletries, canned goods and other non-perishable items the week of October 28 - November 1.  Please look for the  GOC Cares wagon in the lobby.

We appreciate the generosity of our GOC families and we thank you in advance for helping those in need!  

Please contact  Dr. Dana Edwards  with any questions.
Grades 4-12: GOC Talent Show

Thank you to everyone who took the time to audition for the GOC Talent Show. We are excited about all of the talent that we have here on campus!

The dress rehearsal for performer's is scheduled for Friday, November 8 from 9 a.m.-Noon.  Please come dressed and ready to perform your act and make sure your performance is "show ready".  Any p erformers needing a little extra help with their performance may set-up an appointment by emailing  Dr. Pritchard . Appointments are available during the first week of November.

Parents, staff and students please mark your calendar for this fun event!  This year's Talent Show is scheduled for Thursday, November 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and doors will open promptly at 6 p.m.  We look forward to everyone coming out and helping us vote for our People's Choice Award.

Please contact Ms. Hope Campbell or Dr. Gregory Pritchard with any  questions.
Grades 6 & 7: Social Studies Friday

All full-time students in grades 6 & 7 are asked to join us on campus for Social Studies Friday on Friday, November 8 from 9-10:30 a.m. in preparation for JA/Biztown. This will be our last Biztown lesson prior to our field trip.

As a reminder, all students in grades 6 & 7 will be attending the Biztown field trip on Monday, November 11.

Please contact  Ms. Lindsey Woodward with any  questions.
Grades 6-12: Student Leadership Meeting (SLT)

Students in grades 6-12 are invited to attend the next Student Leadership Team Meeting. You are welcome to attend this event even if you have not attended a previous meeting.  Please plan to attend the grade level appropriate meeting based on your weekly lab schedule.

Grades 9-12
Tuesday, November 5 from 2-3 p.m.   
(pre-meeting will run from 1-2 p.m.)

Grade 6
Wednesday, November 6 from 1-2 p.m.

Grades 7-8
Thursday, November 7 from 1-2 p.m.

Grades 4-12
SLT during Club Friday
Friday, November 15 from 9-10 a.m.

All students in grades 6-12 who have not yet paid their 2019-20 Student Leadership dues should visit their MyPaymentsPlus account as soon as possible.

Please contact Ms. Hope Campbell with any questions.
Grades 4-12: Club Friday

All  students in grades 4-12 are invited to join us for Club Friday on Friday, November 15  from 9 a.m.-Noon . Students may plan to stay the entire time or drop-in for the club or clubs of choice.
9-10 a.m.
Student Leadership Team (SLT)

10-11 a.m.
Rich Experience Actor's Scene

11 a.m.-Noon
Odyssey of the Mind  or Thespian Society

Please contact  Ms. Campbell  with questions.
Attention Current Dual Enrollment Students

This is a reminder to all current Dual Enrollment students that the Friday, November 1 deadline is fast approaching to submit all current Dual Enrollment Forms for the Spring semester to your High School Counselor.

Please visit the Counselors' Corner on GOC's main website to access the necessary forms and to schedule an appointment with your counselor as soon as possible with any questions.

Ms. Laura Indorf
(serves students with last names A-L)

                                                                          Ms. Nikita Johnson
                                                                           (serves students with last names M-Z)
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