GHS Announcements 8-23-23

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Padlock Reminder:

Is your padlock on your locker?  This is a reminder that padlocks must remain on your hallway locker at all times.  Failure to do so will result in discipline being assigned.  If you are having trouble with your padlock or need to purchase a new lock, stop in the Athletic Office.

 

Backpack Reminder:

Students are to leave their backpacks in their locker.  Students may bring string bags, but standard backpacks have to remain in the locker. 

 

Freshman Class Officer Petitions:

Attention Freshman: Would you like to be your Class President, Vice-President, Secretary or Treasurer?  Freshman Class Officer petitions are now available for the 2023-2024 school year.  Pick one up from Mrs. Laingen in Room 19 or Mrs. Brewer in Room 26. All petitions need 25 signatures and must be returned by Tuesday, August 29. Candidates will be placed on a ballot for a class election.  Class officers are members of the Student Council and are expected to fulfill all membership duties. Student Council meets every Wednesday morning at 7:30 a.m.

 

Student Council Petitions:

Student Council will hold its first meeting on Wednesday, August 30th at 7:30 a.m. in the Theatre. Come and check us out.

Join Student Council and make a difference in our school.  To become a member, simply fill out a membership petition and secure 25 signatures. Petitions may be picked up from Mrs. Laingen in Room 19 or Mrs. Brewer in Room 26.  All petitions are due by Wednesday, September 6th.  Student Council meets every Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. in the Theatre.  Don’t miss out on the many Student Leadership Opportunities.


School Pictures:

Senior individual pictures will be August 30th & 31st.  Pictures will be during your ELA class.  The Senior Group Picture will be August 30th during WIN. Your WIN teacher will go over expectations for this picture.  Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will have individual pictures on September 7th & 8th. Pictures will be during your ELA class.


GSA Meeting:

GSA (Gender-Sexuality Alliance) will have its first meeting of the year this Friday, August 25th at 7:30 a.m. in Mrs. Davidson´s room, Room 10. All are welcome and we hope to see you there!

 

Guest Forms for Homecoming:

Guests Verification Forms for the Homecoming Dance are available outside the Assistant Principals' office or in the Main Office.  These will be due to the Assistant Principals' office no later than Tuesday, September 12th.


Fall Play Crew:

There will be a meeting for all students interested in working behind the scenes on the various crews needed for the Fall Play, on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 from 3:15 to 4:15 PM in the Theatre.

 

Environmental Club Meeting:

The GHS Environmental Club will begin meeting NEXT WEEK on Tuesday, August 28th at 7:35 a.m. in Room 39. We will meet weekly on Tuesday mornings. See you there! 

 

Silver Cord Opportunity:

Looking for a way to earn your Silver Cord hours, or put a line on your resume? The Geneseo Chamber of Commerce is searching for a dedicated volunteer, willing to learn about and support the business and event scene in Geneseo. The position requires between 5 to 10 hours a week, possibly more if a community event is happening. Skills we’ll be developing include event planning, office upkeep, customer service, filing, and more.  If you’re interested in working to help grow the future of Geneseo with the Geneseo Chamber, please give us a call at 309-944-2686 or email us at geneseo@geneseo.org.


Silver Cord Volunteer Opportunity:

The Harold Neumann Project (a part of the Geneseo Historical Society) is looking for volunteers at Planes, Trains, and Automobiles on Saturday Sept 9th from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Geneseo HISTORICAL Museum.  They need many high school volunteers to help with kid's activities, passing out water, and directing people to the exhibit. Sign up for as many 2 hour time slots as you like!  This is a great way to get a few hours towards your silver cord goal.  Lunch will be provided.  There is a flyer posted on the Info Board outside of the Front Office.  Follow the QR code on the flyer to the sign up link.  You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram.


Here are the main dishes on our lunch lines:

Darnall's Diner

Turkey Gravy with Biscuit

Chicken Mash-Up Bowl


Green Machine Grill

Hamburger

Cheeseburger

Bosco Sticks with Marinara Sauce 


Green and White Deli

Deli Sandwiches

Wraps

Chef Salads

Uncrustables