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MONDAY, FEb. 26

Normal Class Schedule | First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
- 7th Period: Amazing Days
  - Micha Albert - Intro to HAM Radio
  - Ms. N-O - Showing Y’all the Ropes: An Intro to Climbing

TUESDAY, FEb. 27

Normal Class Schedule | First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
- 7th Period: Office Hours
Theatre from 3:15 - 4:15 pm

wednesday, FEb. 28

Normal Class Schedule | First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
- 7th Period: SLAY/CERT
Music Club from 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

thursday, feb. 29 | LEAP DAY

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 from 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm

Friday, mar. 1

Normal Class Schedule | First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
- 7th Period: Amazing Days
  - Matthew Getty - Who’s in Charge Here? Let’s talk Leadership.
  - Kate Mulcahy - Learning to Needlepoint - make a GWCS souvenir!

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Student-Led Activities - Yay!

This quarter, our students have begun their three different projects around the school to better our community.

Project #1: Terrariums

The SLAY project of this group is creating two terrariums that, when done, will decorate the main area of the school. The containers will be the two aquariums that were once the homes of the school turtles, Grouchy and Sweety, who are now in larger tanks, and are still in the lab. We have moved the two tanks out of where they have resided in storage for months on end, and are working on cleaning them inside and out. Our former budget of $250 was enough that we could do one tank with wiggle room, but the expanded budget of $500 means that we can now turn both former aquariums into terrariums. There will be bugs and multiple plant species that will reside in the terrarium once finished, and we plan to arrange the plants in a way that pleases the eye.

Project #2: FRONT YARD/backyard

Our SLAY group is creating a backyard area! Picture a cozy place where you can gather around the crackling fire, play games, share stories, and enjoy nature without leaving school grounds. It's all about creating a fun and relaxing environment where everyone can unwind and bond. We're going to use our budget to buy games, wood, chairs, a fireplace, and more. We can't wait to see it all come together! If you have any outdoor furniture to donate, please contact GWCS.

do you have tools you’re willing to loan us?

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project #3: Raised garden beds

By now you are probably aware of SLAY and the various projects that are a part of it. We are writing this as the raised bed project committee. We are excited to get to work, but money makes the world go round and our world is stagnated. We need 500 dollars in order to complete our project. But why raised beds? Raised beds are a great learning experience and have a positive impact on any community. Student grown vegetables and plants will add an exciting new element to the day. Not only will it be a fantastic passion project, but it is also something that can be used by the school and is good for the planet. If you are interested in helping out the raised bed committee, we will be taking donations of fill dirt, pavers, and grow lights. If you have anything that you think would be of use, please feel free to email evank@gwcommunityschool.com. We can’t wait to add this exciting new development to our community!

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The Alexandria Radio Club will be teaching a Technician Level Ham Radio Class starting on Tuesday March 5, 2024 at 7 PM via Zoom.

When: Each Tuesday, beginning March 5, 2024. The required FCC Exam will be given on the last session on May 7, 2024.

Class Start Time: 1900 hours until 2100 hours (7:00 PM to 9:00 PM)

Teaching Site: via Zoom Meetings.

Cost: There is no charge for the class itself. You will need to get an ARRL Technician License Manual (or General Class Manual if you already have a Technician License) for around $33 plus shipping. We highly recommend you purchase from the ARRL, see HRLM or GCLM, or a ham radio vendor like Ham Radio Outlet or DX Engineering so that you get the current edition of the manual. Amazon vendors do not always send the current edition. There is an ARRL exam fee of $15.00 payable by check or cash on the night of the exam.

Email training@w4hfh.org for additional information or to register for the class. The classes are taught by a cadre of instructors who are FCC Extra Class licensees and former industry and military communications specialists. The FCC License Class Syllabus covers 400 question topics from which 35 pool questions make up the license exam. Classes incorporate ARRL PowerPoint Topics and Film Clips portraying the historical evolution of radio communications.

License practice exam questions are available on the Internet. Learning International Morse Code is no longer an FCC license requirement, but is encouraged.

Jeffrey Katz

Volunteer Liaison

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue

703-246-3926

KM4EFL

GET READY FOR REAL TERM INTERNSHIP SEASON!

HI PARENTS,

It's that time of year again! REAL Term High School Internship is just around the corner, and we need your help to make it a success. REAL Term- Realistic Education and Applied Learning is a nine-week program for our juniors and seniors that runs Tuesdays only from April 2nd to June 4th, 2024.

Our internship could not be possible without our community, so please consider reaching out to your network, check in with organizations you’re a part of, and help us find great hosts and create enriching opportunities for our juniors and seniors this spring. It's a win-win for everyone involved!

If you or someone you know is interested in hosting a REAL Term intern, shoot us an email at REALTerm@gwcommunityschool.com.

Let's make this internship season a fantastic one!

Warm regards,

Alexa C. Warden

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