Congratulations to Teresa Jarboe, selected as KMEA’s 4th District High School Teacher of the Year! Jarboe has been with the district for more than a decade, and the choral music program has grown significantly and excelled under her leadership.
Arrive Alive Tour will be at GCHS on Sept. 16.
Class of 2023 Parents-overwhelmed on what needs to be done senior year? Wed, Sept 14 from 6-7pm in GCHS Commons, info shared to help you navigate through this process.
Class of 2023!
Senior Formal Pics
Wed, Sept. 14-students last name A-M; pics 8-12 in Library
Fri, Sept 16-Students last name N-Z; pics 8-12 in Library
Graduate in Feb?
See Mrs. Harned by Tue, Sept 13 for paperwork
MUST attend meeting with Mrs. Cox on Sept 15 OR Sept 22
Straight out the gate GCHS Band is named Grand Champs at the Franklin-Simpson Invitational their first competition of the season! They also earned First Place and the Spirit Award to cap off a big weekend.
GCHS would like to congratulate our August Students of the Month. Teachers selected these students for demonstrating and meeting our GCHS expectations which are being Respectful, being On-Time, having a great Attitude, and taking Responsibility. #atGCHSweROAR #StudentsOfTheMonth
AP courses offer multiple benefits, including college credit. Congratulations to these GCHS students who have earned a score of three or better on an AP exam and are now three hours advanced on a degree. See story: https://bit.ly/3Q9uGf7
2022 Yearbooks can be picked up during lunch only-11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. this week at GCHS Lobby. Yearbooks must be picked up from the advisor and will not be available between classes or after school this week. Additional times will be scheduled for pick up in the weeks to come.
Junior & Seniors:
It is federal law that junior and senior names, addresses, phone numbers and DOB given to the Military Branches. In order to not have your child’s information shared, an “opt out” form must be on file @ HS by Fri, Sept 2. Forms available in Counselors Office.
Lots of events going on this week!
Tue - Senior Officer Applications Due
Last day to sign up for ACT given FREE
Wed - Officer Candidate Speeches in WIN
Thurs & Fri - Senior Officer vote via google form
Turn in WKU College Fair form. Limited spots available.
Any Class of 2023 Senior, interested in graduating in Feb, see Mrs. Harned by Sept 13 for paperwork. Students must attend a mandatory meeting with Mrs. Cox on Sept 14 or Sept 22 from 10:15-10:45 am. Students can call 270-259-5459 or email: diane.harned@grayson.kyschools.us.
Host an exchange student from Germany! Click the link to sign up. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclLxx386MWDpNLLwtfLomBWGGa7w10atQd1ERtfZ93mwzo3A/viewform
For more information, contact Kyle.Powell@grayson.kyschools.us
Class of 2023 Parents, please sign up for Remind messages on your phone. All events happening through the 22-23 school year will be provided using this platform.
Number: 81010
Text: @7927fa2
Seniors
You have the opportunity to take the ACT on Oct 18 at no cost, during the school day. A parent & student signed form must be on file by Aug 26. This is a great opportunity to raise your ACT Score! Forms can be found & returned to Mrs. Harned or Mrs. Haycraft.
Congratulations to the GCHS Chamber Orchestra, selected to perform at the 2023 KMEA Professional Development Conference! This is a very competitive and prestigious honor for the students and their directors, Adam and Stacy French. They will perform February 9 in Louisville.
You won’t find any more fun than this on a Friday night! Catch this year’s GCHS Volleyball Team as they take on the Alumni Team. Shirts on sale, concessions. Get “set” to be “served” a super evening of fun while supporting GCHS Volleyball!
Friday, Aug. 12, 6 pm at GCHS.
https://bit.ly/3JJxJJB for a 2022-23 safety update. Working together we keep our students, staff AND each other safe.
Wrapping up a full week of active shooter training in all our schools. A BIG thanks to KSP for their partnership in keeping our students & staff safe! Also check out new construction added in several schools to provide an extra buffer of safety throughout the district.
Student-led Sources of Strength session for GCHS Opening Day. This peer-to-peer network focuses on multiple sources of support and personal strengths, encouraging students to seek help when needed, promoting connections between peers and caring adults.
What a wonderful night to visit with families and meet our students at Back-to-School events throughout the district! We’re excited to see everyone on Aug. 8!!
