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#GOCOWLS
The weekly newsletter for Gwinnett Online Campus
December 13, 2018
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Principal's Message
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Dr. Ray awards John Baker, D2L President & CEO with the GOC Impact Award
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GOC welcomed
John Baker, D2L President and CEO to our campus last week. He had a chance to speak with students and teachers about their experiences with online education and to share his passion for learning.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank so many of our parents who have volunteered countless hours this semester supporting on-campus events and activities. The entire faculty and staff appreciates your generosity and commitment to our students and GOC.
As a reminder, this semester comes to an end on Wednesday, December 19 after final exams and students will no longer be able to access their courses after Thursday, December 20. On behalf of the GOC faculty and staff, we wish you a joyous Holiday Season and a healthy and prosperous New Year!
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Grades 4-12: Spring Semester Schedule
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Students will have access to spring courses beginning
Friday, January 11, 2019.
The first official day of second semester classes for all full-time GOC students will begin on Monday, January 14.
The regular CORE and Learning Lab schedules will also resume this week as follows:
CORE Labs (Grades 9-12)
Tuesday's from 9 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
Learning Labs (Grades 4-6)
Wednesday's from 9 a.m.-12:25 p.m.
Learning Labs (Grades 7-8)
Thursday's from 9 a.m.-12:25 p.m.
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Grades 4-12: Weekly Video Announcements
Please take a moment to view the upcoming
Special thanks to our GOC News Crew for presenting next week's edition of the GOC campus news announcements.
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Grades 7 & 8: Junior Achievement - Finance Park
Junior Achievement's purpose is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy.
GOC's full-time students in grades 7 and 8 will be visiting Finance Park on
Thursday, February 28 to participate in a personal finance simulation.
Prior to attending this off-campus activity, students will need to participate in the following sessions held on-campus. These sessions will help them prepare for a successful simulation at Finance Park.
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- Wednesday, January 9 from 9-10:30 a.m.
- Thursday, January 10 from 9-10:30 a.m.
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Grades 4-12: Winter Nest Study Site
While students are on Winter Break, they are encouraged to visit the GOC website and explore the "
Winter Nest
". This is a wonderful opportunity for students to preview new concepts they will study during second semester. While these resources are optional, they are content related and provide an opportunity for students to stay engaged in academics during the break.
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Grades 4-12: GOC Cares
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Please consider providing families in need with some warm winter accessories for the cold months ahead. GOC will be collecting donations of new winter hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and socks for all age groups. We will also collect toiletries, canned goods and other non-perishable items.
Please look for the
GOC Cares wagon which will be set up in the front lobby until Wednesday, December 19.
We appreciate the generosity of our GOC families and we thank you in advance for helping those in need within our community!
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Grades 4-12: Student Leadership Team Meetings
All students are welcome to attend the next Student Leadership Team (SLT) meeting. Please plan to stay after the appropriate grade level Lab Session. Please pack a sack lunch to eat prior to the meeting.
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Grades 9-12
Tuesday, January 15 from 1-2 p.m.
Grades 9-12 may attend a pre-meeting at 12:30 p.m.
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Grades 4-6
Wednesday, January 16 from 1-2 p.m.
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Grades 7-8
Thursday, January 17 from 1-2 p.m.
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Grades 4-12: Club Friday
All students in grades 4-12 are invited to join us for Club Friday on Friday, January 18 from 9 a.m. until Noon. Students may plan to stay the entire time or drop-in for the club or clubs of choice.
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10-11 a.m.
Student Leadership Team
11 a.m.-Noon
Odyssey of the Mind
International
Thespian Society
Game Time
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GOC students who are members of the Gwinnett Student Leadership Team (GSLT) will meet from Noon-1 p.m.
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19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
Gwinnett County Public Schools is excited once again to partner with The United Ebony Society of Gwinnett County, Inc. to host the 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on
Monday, January 21
at Moore Middle School. The theme this year is
"Leadership: You are the Difference!"
The celebration includes a parade, performances by students, and resources from community outreach organizations.
The 2019 celebration will also highlight artwork by GCPS students across all grade levels. GOC students who are interested in participating are encouraged to submit their art work no later than Tuesday, January 15 to the Office of Student Services. Artists whose artwork is selected to represent their schools, will receive a certificate.
Art Specifications based on "Leadership: You are the Difference!"
1. Submit only one piece of artwork per student in any two-dimensional medium
2. All entries must be no smaller than 9" x 12" and no larger than 18" x 24"
3. Artwork must be mounted
4. All artwork must be GCPS student original work
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Grades 4-12: Shrek the Musical
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The cast list for Shrek the Musical has been emailed to students and parents. Students, please respond back to the email to accept the role and be sure to stop by the front desk to pick up your script prior to leaving for Winter Break.
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Parent Meeting 9-10:30 a.m.
Student Read/Sing through 9 a.m.-Noon
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Student Basketball & Cheer Practice
Students who have been selected for either the Basketball Team or the Cheer Squad should plan to be on campus for practice on
Tuesday, January 8 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Students should arrive wearing comfortable athletic attire, athletic shoes and don't forget to bring a water bottle.
If you missed tryouts and you are interested in participating, plan to attend this session to try-out.
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Grades 4-12: Mario Kart & Smash Brothers Tournament
Student Leadership is excited to announce that they will be hosting a Mario Kart and Smash Brothers Tournament on
Friday, January 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Please visit your MyPaymentsPlus account to register and pay for this event ($3 to enter each tournament).
Spectators are invited to attend at no cost but will not be permitted to compete. Pizza and concessions will also be offered for sale the day of the event.
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