Welcome to the Week of March 18

We hope you enjoyed your Spring Break. We begin our 4th and final quarter of the year.


March 29, Good Friday is a school holiday, as is Monday, April 1 followed by a full day Friday, April 5.


Our latest Headmaster Letter can be found here.


Would your 7th or 8th-grade student benefit from extra reading or math instruction in the summer? Mark your calendar for Summer 2024 Instruction here at GHNO – May 31 through June 21. More information can be found here

At a Glance

Do you have any photos from school events that may be used in the yearbook? See here.


You still have the opportunity to order a yearbook, please do so here as the deadline is March 25. Make sure and pick the correct grade for the book to be delivered.


Newsletter for Students

If you would like your upper school student to receive the newsletter please click here!

On the Horizon


A total solar eclipse will take place on April 8. The day will include activities and studies around the eclipse. Protective solar eclipse glasses have been ordered for all our students and faculty to safely view this rare phenomena. We will be sending a permission slip home soon to participate in this exciting event.


Junior/Senior Prom will be on May 4 . You can find information about the dress code here.


Seniors have many activities and events coming, you can find more information here.

Convivium 2024

Purchase your commemorative t-shirt here and support the arts at GHNO! The last day to order your shirt is tomorrow, March 5.


Re-enrollment

It’s time to re-enroll your child for the 2024-2025 school year. Please login and confirm your child's intent to return for the upcoming school year by electronically submitting re-enrollment information as soon as possible. We ask for your quick response, as it allows us to keep an accurate count of available seats for the Fall. The deadline is March 31st - don't wait!

NOTE: Re-enrollment will be managed through our new Power School Parent Portal that was launched in January. In preparation for Re-Enrollment, please ensure that you can log into the parent portal using the instructions you received on January 3rd. If you have any issues logging in, please reach out to our Upper School Registrar Melissa White

Community Investment

Re-enrollment runs through March and as you prepare for next school year, we ask that you consider scheduling a monthly or lump-sum donation to the 2024-2025 Community Investment Campaign.

 

Please also be mindful, if you have a new student joining us in the 2024-25 school year and can increase your contributions to CI, it is a huge help to our school.

 

As a charter school, we depend on our families’ financial support each year. Scheduling monthly donations is the best way to break up your charitable giving into affordable installments. Click here to schedule monthly contributions! Please contact DeAnna Macias with any questions.

Athletics

You can always access full team schedules on our Athletic Website

College Counseling Corner

College Campus Visit Opportunities

Please check out this handout for a list of college tours and special events happening locally and across the state. We will keep this updated as we learn about more offerings.


Rep Visits & College Fairs

Tuesday, March 19: Houston Christian University at GHNO during Morning Break


Thursday, March 21: San Antonio Regional TACAC College Fair, 6:00-8:00pm at St. Mary's Hall. This is open to all of our students/parents, and you are recommended to attend! Click here or scan the flyer below to register.

Contact Information

Our office is open all days that school is in session. Students may stop by for walk-in assistance, or schedule appointments. You can also call or email us!


Advocacy Matters!


Election Day Results: Voters cast ballots across the state in Super Tuesday’s primary elections. Many pro-charter candidates were successful in their primaries! For a full list of statewide March 5 election results, check out this article from the Texas Tribune - Texas election results for president, senate, Congress and more | The Texas Tribune

 Stay in the Know:  The Texas Public Charter School Association (TPCSA) is our statewide organization representing all Texas charter schools. They are working to ensure that those who have benefited most from charter schools have the opportunity to share their experiences with legislators and make their voices heard. Great Hearts works closely with them to protect educational choice as an option for our families. Please consider signing up to receive TPCSA’s emails, updates, and action alerts to participate in their important grassroots efforts by clicking this link.  

·      To learn more about charter advocacy, contact GH’s Family Advocacy Manager Bridie Chaudoir

PSO News-Fiestaval!

Fiestaval is coming!



Saturday, April 13! Tickets are on sale now! For information click here. Tickets are at a 10% discount until April 1!


Volunteering: If interested in supporting the school through volunteering, go to www.ghnopso.org and see how.

Spirit Wear-New Online Griffin Shop, Spirit Shirts Available to Purchase Check out the new Griffin Shop on the PSO website www.ghnopso.org.

Misc.

Attendance Matters-

We receive state funding for all students who are in their classes at 10:45 a.m. each day!

  • If a scholar will be out for a doctor's appointment during attendance time, please be sure to submit a doctor's note upon return so we may count him or her present for the day.
  • If you are absent due to college visit(s) you must provide this form to Mrs. White


For full-day absences, please notify the Upper School Registrar, Mrs. White


Soon-to-be Student Drivers!

For students applying for a driver’s permit, please email Mrs. White to request the verification of enrollment (VOE) form with at least a 72-hour's notification.

Please make your appointment first, and then request the VOE. The VOE is only valid for 30 days from the issuance date. You do not need to send in the form, one will be issued to your student with the necessary signature and school information.

Parent Resources

Supply lists, book lists, uniforms, handbooks, and more can be found on our GHNO website under the Current Families tab.


Traffic Updates-click here for the latest release.


GHNO's 23-24 Academic Calendar can found here.

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