GMHS Family Update
February 26, 2021
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Students: Please view the Video Principal Report.
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- Principal's Update
- Parking Lot Construction Update
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Ram Time (See JA Opportunities!)
- Save the Date
- Assessment
- Student Updates
- Library Update
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- PTA Update
- Counseling & Future Center
- RN & COVID19 Update
- Family Wellness/Assistance
- Social Emotional/Mental Health
- Technology Update
- Athletic Update
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Dear GMHS Students and Families,
Earlier today, the District announced the next steps to reopening grades 6-12 for 100% in person learning. Here is a link to the District communication.
Phase 1 - March 15 - In Person: Interventions, targeted supports, and enrichment
- GMHS has been working with students and families for targeted support and interventions over the last several weeks.
- This includes Study Groups and teachers working with small groups and one on one with students.
- Several of our Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes have students attending on Fridays.
- Health protocols are followed.
- Given the District's ability to continue moving forward to reopening schools, we will be allowed to expand these opportunities to more students.
- This can include Advanced Placement supports, club meetings, and other opportunities to support students in person following Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) guidelines.
- In this communication next Friday, we will provide more details on opportunities we can provide to students on Fridays and throughout the week this semester.
- We will continue to monitor JCPH guidelines and remain in compliance.
- Remote only students will be able to engage in these additional opportunities as well as we strive to maintain an equitable approach for all students given the situation.
March 29-April 2 - Spring Break
Phase 2 - April 5 - Hybrid Learning Model Ends / Move to 100% In Person
- Hybrid students will move to attending in person Monday - Thursday.
- Hybrid students who wish to move to full remote learning are asked to contact your grade level counselor to request a move to remote learning.
- Remote students who wish to move to 100% In Person learning are asked to contact your grade level counselor to request a move to in person learning.
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We ask families requesting a change in learning environment to do so by March 12 so we can work to equitably meet these requests, but will be bound by schedules, class sizes, and resources.
2021-2022 School Year
- We will continue moving forward with planning for 100% in person learning (like pre-COVID) in August, 2021.
- The District is offering a Synchronous Remote Learning option for students who will continue full remote learning.
- The District is currently designing the Synchronous Remote Learning School and we expect more information to be released over the next few weeks.
We made the following graphic for your reference related to the move to 100% in person learning.
Thank you for your continued support!
Go Rams!
Colleen Owens
Principal
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Parking Lot Construction Update
- March 1-March 15 Moving fence in parking lot to start the parking lot upgrade.
- March 1-March 5: Demo half of parking lot.
- March 15: Reopen exit of parking lot.
- March 1-April 23: Relocate dumpsters near courtyard.
- March 1-March 15: Bus drop off at D-Hall
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Junior Achievement presenting in Ram time.
These are opt in presentations you will not want to miss!
March 4th 12:50: Network with Industry Giants
- Meet two leading women in business – Stephanie Murphy, Director of Education with Junior Achievement and Christina Allen, Loan Officer with Universal Lending. Both have stories to share on how they got to where they are, education paths and different opportunities to be in the roles they are in today!
March 9th 12:50: Network with Industry Giants
- Health & Science/Engineering
March 18th 12:50: A World Without Cash
- Discover the pros and cons of cashless spending, reflect on the impact that apps and credit/debit cards can have on spending and security, and review payment apps.
March 25th 12:50: My Financial Future and Debt
- This session will focus on how debt and decisions made about taking on a debt can impact a person’s financial future. Explore what are different types of debts, why credit card debt is particularly pernicious, and how debt can affect a person’s life and decisions.
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Junior Achievement will be presenting in Ram time.
These are opt in presentations, you will not want to miss this. Check out the descriptions and meeting link here: JA in Ramtime
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- 3/12 No School, Staff Professional Learning
- 3/14 Daylight Saving Time Begins (Spring forward!)
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3/16 and 3/18 11:00-1:00 p.m. Vision and Hearing Testing
- Each year we screen all freshmen and new to Jeffco students for vision and hearing. We will be completing the screening as follows:
- 3/16 and 3/18 11:00-1:00 p.m. @ GMHS for all freshmen and students new to Jeffco.
- Screening takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
- This screening is for Remote and Hybrid students.
- Questions? Contact Michelle Perdue, Health Aide ([email protected])
- 3/19 Senior Capstone Boards (See below)
- 3/29-4/02 Spring Break
- 4/5 Begin 100% In Person Learning
- 4/13, 14, 15 PSAT/SAT (asynchronous learning and bell schedule will be adjusted for assessments - See Assessment section below)
- 5/4-14 AP Testing
- 5/21 (Fri) Graduation (still hoping for Red Rocks Amphitheatre!)
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Click on the Graphic above to go to the Capstone Volunteer Signup Form |
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SAT/PSAT Testing Information:
As of right now there is not an option to take the SAT virtually. Students only have the option of taking the test using Paper/Pencil in person at GMHS. In order to follow COVID guidelines we are planning to give the SAT, PSAT 10, and PSAT 9 on three different dates. Students will arrive on their testing date no later than 7:45AM in order to start testing promptly at 8AM. Most students will be finished before Noon.
- 11th - SAT - Tuesday, April 13, 2021
- 10th - PSAT 10 - Wednesday, April 14, 2021
- 9th - PSAT 8/9 - Thursday, April 15, 2021
AP Testing Information:
Mr. Craig is working with our Advanced Placement teachers to determine a plan for administering AP assessments. Look for more information in the next few weeks.
- Administration 1 (May 3–7, 10–12, 14, and 17): Exams are paper and pencil, administered in school.
- Administration 2 (May 18–21, 24–28): Half of the subjects are only paper and pencil, administered in school, and half are only digital, administered in school or taken at home.
- Administration 3 (June 1–4, 7–11): Most subjects are only digital, administered in school or taken at home.
CMAS Science
As of right now there is not an option to take the CMAS remotely.
- 11th - Testing Window is April 12 to May 14
- Will narrow down a specific date soon to not overlap with SAT and AP
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National Honor Society is offering lots of peer tutoring sessions.
This is a student-run organization offering a free service to other Rams. National Honor Society members are volunteering their time to help YOU because they want EVERYONE in RamNation to succeed!
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Lockheed Martin Tutors are back for 2nd Semester. Stay on top of your math and science by using this resource.
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School Meals
- Hybrid In Person
- Monday & Wednesday: 1:40-2:10
- Tuesday & Thursday: 12:15-12:45
- Remote Only Students
- Tuesday & Thursday: 1:00-2:30 p.m.
- Jeffco Food Service
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The GMHS library is up and running! We encourage your students to continue checking out books, both physical and eBooks. Your student can place holds on physical books through the GMHS online catalog, and we'll pre-check them out to have the books available for their pickup at the circulation desk.
Donations: we continually accept donations to help build our high-interest book collection. If you have any current (within 5 years) books in good condition that you would like to donate, please drop them at the school. If you can't part with your beloved books (understandable!) and would still like to support our library, please visit our Amazon.com Wish List.
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Spring Break Reading: we are working on a fun spring break reading program to continue supporting students' interest in reading, as well as build connections with each other while building literacy. Please look out for more information, and if you would like to donate any prizes, connect with me!
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Next Virtual Meeting:
Monday, March 8
@ 6:20 p.m.
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Senior Fridays!
If you would like to help plan or make a donation to our next Senior Friday,
please contact: Tracy Gibbons
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PARENT RAMBASSADORS"
(Ask a GMHS Parent!)
We are GMHS parents who want to help other parents with their questions no matter how big or small because we’ve been there. Whether you are a new parent to GMHS or have been around awhile and have questions, we want to help. Please reach out to us! If we don’t know the answer to your question, we will find it! Find our contact info here!
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THANK YOU GMHS PARENTS!
* Who have adopted staff
* Who donated to the Senior Fridays
* Who donated treats for GMHS students
* For your ongoing support of our community
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Congratulations
January PTA Teacher
of the Month!
Mr. Brian Justice
Mr. Justice teaches CLCB (Composition and Literature for College Bound seniors) and Honors English 9. He also sponsors BIONIC (Believe It Or Not I Care).
Mr. Justice is inspired by his student’s enthusiasm and appreciation for...READ MORE
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Counseling & Future Center |
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FUTURE CENTER NEWS
Upcoming Scholarship Application Deadlines:
- GMHS PTA Scholarship - 3/19
- Dunstan Scholarship - 3-19
- GMHS Performing Arts Scholarships- 3/26
- Lakewood PAL Scholarship - 4/2
These scholarship applications and information can be found on the Future Center website or on Naviance. Contact Mrs. Griffin with questions.
Seniors!!
Have you been accepted into college?
Have you been awarded scholarships?
Be sure to contact Mrs. Griffin or Mrs. Angcay
and share this information.
We want to acknowledge your success!!
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Strengthening our Jeffco Community through Mental Health and Wellness
We are excited to share that the Mental Health and Wellness campaign for March is focused on Trusted Adults.
Parenting is HARD: Build a More Positive and Connected Relationship with your Child or Teen
On Thursday, March 25, Nick Thompson, counselor, parent coach, and popular author of the podcast, “Perspectives for Parents,” spends time with Jeffco parents and caregivers simplifying problems that we all face.
- Two sessions will be offered:
- Session A: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Session B: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Juniors, Parents and Guardians
This is a reminder to please check out college and future planning resources on the Counseling page of the GMHS website. Now is the time to really research with your student what they want to do after high school and create a plan to hit the ground running in August with college applications, etc. I am here to support you in this area, so please feel free to contact me with any questions!
Erin Slaughter, Junior Counselor
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Parenting with a Life Coaching Mindset
(Free Workshops)
To Register email:
303-656-7708
- Tuesday, March 2nd - Zoom 12 - 1 pm
- Wednesday, March 10th- Zoom 7-8pm
- Thursday, March 18 -Facebook Live 8-8:30 am
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Nicole Collins RN, BSN
Jeffco Public District Registered Nurse
Cell #: (720)618-8490
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Are you concerned about the health and well-being of the young people in your life, especially regarding substance use? Click here to view this month's Drug Intervention Services newsletter, which has resources, webinars, and programs for you and your family.
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Health Plans
- Even if your student is remote we require up to date medical orders so we can write up health plans even in the student's absence so that we are set for their return whenever that will be...
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Family Wellness & Assistance |
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It’s okay to ask for help and the Action Center is here to make it easier for you to access the services that you need. Action Center is now offering the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month by providing groceries, mail services, & emergency clothing on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Social/Emotional & Mental Health Assistance |
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HELPFUL RESOURCES for Families/Parents/Students
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Digital Citizenship Community Engagement -
Extra Tech tips:
Learn tips and trick for google calendar.
Comcast Internet Essential low cost internet access
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Season C Sports begin March 8th!
Students should register on our athletic website by February 22nd.
- Season C: gymnastics, boys' soccer, and volleyball.
- For specific information regarding try-outs, please contact the respective coaches from our directory on the athletic website.
Season C Mandatory VIRTUAL PARENT/ATHLETE/COACH MEETING
- Wednesday, February 24th at 6pm
- For Season C participants and families.
- Your coaches will meet with you after Ms. Sereno's presentation.
- Here is the google meet link:
https://meet.google.com/qiy-fgsx-gbx
You can find all of this information and the meeting link on our athletic website as well!
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We're currently able to stream our events in the gym live with our camera. Follow the details above to get FREE ACCESS! Please note that this is a 3rd party running the program remotely and there may be glitches that we cannot control or fix.
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MEDICAL CLEARANCE FOR CONCUSSIONS & COVID19 POSITIVE: In efforts to ensure our student-athletes are safe and healthy, please note that there is a Return to Play protocol for anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19. Many know there is a Return to Play protocol for those that have experienced concussions. This is something new that requires a Doctor's clearance to start, so if you have any questions, please contact our athletic trainer, Catherine Ortiz, at [email protected]
**There are other JeffCo schools that offer Ice Hockey, Skiing, and Wrestling which are also Season B sports. Contact the athletic office of the school where your athlete is interested in participating to get more information.
Contact our Athletic Office (303-982-9570) if you have any questions.
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Communication with GMHS
- Main Office: 303-982-9500, Option 0
- Attendance Line: Option 1
- Counseling: Option 2
- Athletics: Option 3
- Financial: Option 4
Technology Questions:
Counselor Contact Information
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