GHS Families,
I am excited to share in the experience of Prom tomorrow with our students. It truly is one of my favorite days of the year. It is my hope that everyone has an enjoyable, safe experience tomorrow.
Next week we continue state testing with US History, Biology, and Government testing. Once again if you are testing on these days you are required to be in attendance by 7:55. If your child is not testing they are not required to report until 9:55. Below are the period schedules for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. We are running alternating block schedules for Tuesday and Wednesday to allow for more time with students.
April 23rd (Biology Part I + Am. Government Part I/II)
1st - 9:55 - 11:05
3rd - 11:10 - 12:20
5th Lunch: 12:24 - 12:54
5th Class: 12:24 - 12:57
6th Lunch: 1:01 - 1:31
6th Class: 12:58 - 1:31
7th - 1:35 - 2:45
April 24th (Biology Part II)
2nd - 9:55 - 11:05
4th - 11:10 - 12:20
5th Lunch: 12:24 - 12:54
5th Class: 12:24 - 12:57
6th Lunch: 1:01 - 1:31
6th Class: 12:58 - 1:31
8th - 1:35 - 2:45
April 25th (US History Part I/II)
1st - 9:55 - 10:29
2nd - 10:33 - 11:06
3rd - 11:10 - 11:43
4th - 11:47 - 12:20
5th Lunch - 12:24 - 12:54
5th Class - 12:24 - 12:57
6th Lunch - 1:01 - 1:31
6th Class - 12:58 - 1:31
7th - 1:35 - 2:08
8th - 2:12 - 2:45
Go Blue Aces!
Sincerely,
Mr. Hinton
GHS Principal
Prom Information
Once again Prom will take place at Bryn Du Mansion on Saturday, April 20th. The dance will take place from 8 pm - 11 pm. If your child plans to bring a guest from another school or a current GHS 9th or 10th grader they must complete the guest form below. Please ensure to read all of the rules pertaining to bringing an outside guest to prom on the form.
Tickets for this year's prom will be $50.00 per person. All students will need to use their student ID (lunch code) to access tickets. Seniors will have access to 1 free ticket with their code. Please use the link below to purchase tickets.
Picture Information:
Bryn Du: We ask that everyone park in one of our designated parking lots, we have three – the main lot, the horseshoe lot and the gravel lot by the barn. We have had lots of rain and the grounds are very soggy so we ask that they are careful and respectful of the grounds in general, not to leave trash etc.
Also you could let them know, that they may want to utilize the Field House Terrace for pictures as well as well as garden and patio spaces.
Denison welcomes members of the community to enjoy our beautiful campus as a backdrop to prom photos — but things are going to be a bit crowded Saturday evening. Here's what you need to know:
· There's a 7 p.m. performance at Swasey Chapel, and concert-goers may begin to arrive as early as 6 p.m.
· The Eisner Center's Hylbert Family Studio is hosting a separate production at 8 p.m.
· We recommend you steer clear of both locations, but if you do take photos there, please be considerate of those arriving to the performances, and don't block their access to the doors.
· Also, a safety note: The traffic direction of the road directly below Swasey Chapel has been reversed. Vehicles on this road now approach from west to east.
Spring Musical
Granville High School’s Theater Department is excited to present MTI’s The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee on Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th at 7 pm. This comedic musical follows an eclectic group of spellers in the race for first place and a ticket to nationals. There is outrage over easy words, and ridiculous example sentences for each of the words. Spellers have to work through the pressures placed upon them by their families. They work through the challenges of adolescence with silly, light-hearted songs. There are candid and touching songs that enhance this exciting musical about what seems to be a boring event: a spelling bee.
Granville High School’s production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is directed by Sara Wiper Rodocker and Stefanie Stanton, with Tim Stanton as technical director and Anabelle Burt as assistant technical director. Kate Miller is the production stage manager, with assistant stage managers Izzy Krieg and Emily Jesse. Abby Bergstrom and Yariah Jones are the student directors. The spelling bee is led by Rona Lisa Peretti played by Scarlett Woltz and Vice Principal Panch played by Owen Costa. The key spellers are Chip Tolentino, played by Andrew Busack; Logainne Schwartzandgrubeniere (Schwartzy), played by Sophia Shinka; Leaf Coneybear, played by Zack Binckley; William Barfee, played by Max Holtsberry; Marcy Park, played by Lani Casto; and Olive Ostrovsky, played by Chloe Thatcher. Over 80 GHS students are involved in the production on stage, behind the scene or playing in the pit orchestra.
The 25th annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com Please note that this show is rated PG due to adult themes. Come to Granville High School for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! Tickets are $10 each and are general admission. Buy your tickets for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee here: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/83849.
Granville School Spring Gallery Exhibit
“Join us for the eagerly awaited end-of-year Granville Schools Spring Gallery Exhibit, hosted at the Granville Center for the Arts! This extraordinary showcase will feature select artworks from talented GES, GIS, GMS, and GHS students! Immerse yourself in a diverse collection of both 2D and 3D masterpieces that brilliantly encapsulate the imagination and prowess of our community's young artists.
The opening reception on Saturday, April 20, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. will celebrate this magnificent fusion of art and imagination. We'll have a delightful assortment of treats and refreshments. If you wish, bring along a dozen cookies to share. This sweet gesture will enhance the warmth and community spirit of the event, making for an unforgettable evening!”
Counselor Update
Licking County Mentorship Program
Is your student interested in shadowing a local professional in a career field of their interest? The Licking County ESC offers our students the opportunity to get 20 hours of real world job shadowing through their Mentorship program. This is an excellent program that gives students a chance to evaluate whether or not a particular career field may or may not be a good fit for them in the future. Applications are open now and are due to school counselors by May 17th.
· The program will run from Oct. 29, 2024, through April 29, 2025.
· Admissions decisions and placements with a mentor will be released by June 15th via email to the email address you include on your application.
· Check out the video for more information, the FAQ document to answer any additional questions, and complete this application if interested!
Staff Appreciation Lunch
As a part of Staff Appreciation Week we would like to provide lunch for the staff of GHS. Below is a link to sign up for items to provide for that day. Thank you for any help you can provide in honoring our staff.
State Testing Schedule
April 23rd - Biology part I
April 23rd - American Government part I and II
April 24th - Biology part II
April 25th - US History part I and part II
April 30th - Algebra I and Geometry part I
May 1st - Algebra I and Geometry part II
Class Officer/Student Council Elections
We will beginning the process for student council and class officer elections for the 2024 - 2025 school year. These elections are for upcoming 10th - 12th grade students. We will hold upcoming 9th grade elections at the beginning of next school year. Below is a timeline of the process. All information is shared with the students via Schoology or they can pick up a packet in the office:
Timeline for Application Process:
April 19– Applications available on Schoology or Front office
April 25 – Applications due 2:45 PM. Submit to Front Office at GHS. No applications will be accepted after this date/time.
May 1– List of approved candidates posted by the Front Office of the high school.
May 6 – Copy of Speech due to Mrs. Overholt by 3:00 pm.
May 17 – Speeches in person in front of grade level
May 20 – Online voting
May 21 – Election results posted
Class of 2024 Information
On Thursday, May 23rd we will hold graduation rehearsal. Rehearsal is mandatory for anyone wanting to walk at graduation. Below is a tentative time schedule for the 23rd:
8:00 - 9:00 - Senior Breakfast (Commons) - Students can also pay fees and turn in Chromebooks if they have not done so already
9:00 - 11:00 - Lineup and graduation rehearsal
11:00 - 11:30 - Senior Photo (Students will need cap and gowns)
11:30 - 11:45 - Transition and load busses for GES
12:00 - 12:15 - GES Senior Walk - Seniors walk the hallways for GES students in their cap and gowns
12:30 - 2:00 pm - Senior Picnic @ Wildwood (Chipotle provided)
Senior Letters: This year we would like to start a new tradition for our 2024 graduating seniors. We asking family, friends, staff and community members to write letters to individual graduates. Our goal is to provide the opportunity for people to leave a lasting message that our seniors can keep forever. If you are interested and willing, please mail or drop off your letters to GHS by Wednesday, May 15th. Each letter must be in a sealed envelope with the students name on it.
If you plan to mail your letter, please use the information below:
Granville High School
Senior Letter
C/O Student Name
248 New Burg St.
Granville, Oh 43023
Please share with information with friends and family so that everyone has the opportunity to write to our graduates. Students will receive the letters in their Senior Awards Night packet on May 21st.
Mrs. Simmons is collecting early childhood pictures for the PowerPoint presented at the GHS Senior Night on May 21st. Please send the picture in electronic format to [email protected] by April 8th. Graduation Speeches: We will be having tryouts to speak at graduation on May 8th at 3:00 p.m. in the theater. You need to perform the speech as if you are giving it at graduation. We also will need a printed copy of your speech prior to your tryout. Signups for times can be found in Mrs. Simmons’ room (195).
Senior families please encourage your child to complete the form below. We need help in collecting this information so we can best reward students for their Graduation Seals.
Seal Form (only accessible through student accounts)
Key dates for Seniors:
May 8th: Graduation Speech Tryouts
May 20th: Senior Service Day
May 21st: Senior Exam Day #1
May 22nd: Senior Exam Day #2
May 23rd: Graduation Rehearsal + Senior Picnic
May 24th: CTEC Graduation
May 26th: GHS Graduation
More detailed information to come about each event.
Final Exams
Final exams will take place May 28th, 29th and 30th. If your child is going to be absent during this time, please email Mr. Hinton.
Upcoming Bell Schedules
Week of 4/22
Monday - Ace Period
Tuesday - Testing Schedule
Wednesday - Testing Schedule
Thursday - Testing Schedule
Friday - Ace Period
Week of 4/29
Monday - Ace Period
Tuesday - Testing Schedule
Wednesday - Testing Schedule
Thursday - Ace Period
Friday - Ace Period
Well Note
Make it common knowledge in your family that drug use is unacceptable. Use every instance you see as a teachable moment, including movie scenes and television shows. Prevention is best through repetition.
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