WYNK: April 15 - 19

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MONDAY, Apr. 15

  • Normal Class Schedule | First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm

    • OBX Permission Forms due!

    • 7th Period: Amazing Days

    • Juniors and Seniors should come to school dressed in the attire that they will wear for their internships.

TUESDAY, Apr. 16 | NO GYM

  • OBX #1 | National Museum of the American Indian

  • REAL Term Co-Op & Internships for Juniors & Seniors

WEDNESDAY, Apr. 17 | NO GYM - AUDREY MOORE CLOSED

  • Normal Class Schedule | Advisory thru Dismissal from 9:15 am - 3:15 pm

    • 7th Period: CERT/SLAY

    • Music Club from 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

THURSDAY, Apr. 18

  • PSATs from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

    • Students who have pre-registered for PSATs should arrive at GWCS at 7:45 am

  • Normal Class Schedule | First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm

    • Coyote Cafe during lunch

    • 7th Period: Office Hours

  • History in Movies Elective from 3:15 - 5:30 pm

FRIDAY, Apr. 19

  • Normal Class Schedule | First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm

    • 7th Period: Amazing Days

      • Tamara Pincus: “Let’s Talk about Gender”

        • Tamara Pincus, Ophelia's mom and a licensed clinical social worker, will facilitate a discussion about gender. We will review some general definitions and allow you to ask questions both anonymously and out loud about gender and sexual identity.

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING...

EVERY tuesday DURING 4TH QUARTER!

All entry fees and program costs are provided by the GWCS Foundation!

OBX (Outside the Box Education) is an nine-week program that takes place every Tuesdays during fourth quarter for GWCS eighth-graders, freshmen, and sophomores. This year, students will be on and off-campus for collaborative and experiential learning activities.

Please do not schedule doctor appointments for Tuesdays during 4th Quarter.  We have an exciting lineup of events for all of our Tuesdays.  See below for more information!

PERMISSION FORMS ARE DUE monday, APRIL 15


OBX #1 | April 16 | Museum of the American Indian

9:00 AM - 3:15 PM

NO GYM!

Destination: The National Museum of the American Indian

About: For our first OBX field trip we are going to the National Museum of the American Indian. At the museum, students will have the opportunity to explore captivating exhibitions, engaging artifacts, and immersive displays that celebrate the diverse heritage of indigenous peoples across the Americas. From ancient traditions to contemporary expressions, this excursion promises to broaden horizons and inspire curiosity. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Native American heritage and return to GWCS enriched with knowledge and appreciation. We will be back at the school by 3:15 pm, capping off a day filled with exploration and learning.

  • Meet at GWCS: 9:00 am (Go directly to school - NO GYM)

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Bring/Wear: Business casual clothes and walking shoes – no backpacks, Pjs, sweats, or flip flops + MetroCard (or money for fare)

  • Lunch: Students should bring cash for food trucks ($15-$25)

  • Transportation: School Van & Cars to the Metro


QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Mr. Tim Connelly

connellytp@gwcommunityschool.com

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We are still needing parent help for our SLAY projects. Click the button below to see how you can help out!


2024-2025 ENROLLMENT CONTRACTS…

YES, IT IS ALREADY TIME TO PLAN FOR NEXT YEAR!

Dear Parents & Guardians of GWCS Underclassmen:

You will soon receive paper copies of next year’s enrollment contract and tuition fee schedule in your old fashioned mailbox. Click below for a preview.

DUE DATE:

Signed contracts and enrollment fees for next year are due by Friday, May 3rd, 2024.

QUESTIONS?

Tuition and payment questions may be sent to Mr. Goldie at goldiera@gwcommunityschool.com



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