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Next Week 10/23 - 27
Live Music at the Perch 10/28
Coffee + Conversation 10/27
Monster Mash 5k 10/29
Bat Festival 10/29
CERT | Community Service Opportunity 10/28
School Spirit Wear by Rokkitwear
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MONDAY, OCT. 23
Normal Class Schedule
First Period at Audrey Moore thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
7th Period: Office Hours / AP Extension
Theatre Rehearsal from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
TUESDAY, OCT. 24
Normal Class Schedule
First Period at Audrey Moore thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
7th Period: Office Hours / AP Extension
Theatre Elective from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 25
Normal Class Schedule
First Period at Audrey Moore thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
7th Period: CERT (info) / Office Hours
Music Club from 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Robotics Elective from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm
Theatre Elective from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
THURSDAY, OCT. 26
Normal Class Schedule
First Period at Audrey Moore thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
Lunch: Coyote Cafe
Bring some $$$ to purchase pizza and snacks! All proceeds go to great GWCS activities!
7th Period: Office Hours & AP Extension
History in Movies Elective from 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm
FRIDAY, OCT. 27
Normal Class Schedule
First Period at Audrey Moore thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
7th Period: Office Hours + Theatre + D&D Club
Theatre Elective from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm
GWCS ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR - UPDATED DAILY
Join Faiz & Friends for a concert at The Perch!
Click on the button below to sign up for your slot!
Please note: all students must RSVP to ensure adequate teacher coverage!
Snaps from a Senior Lakeside Getaway…
A note from Ms. N-O:
Ten years ago exactly I went on my own GWCS Senior Essay Writing Retreat, and was immediately hyper-aware of two things: first, I was going to college, and second, I had to figure out something to write about. Three days and a million memories later, I had written, edited, conferenced, drank pounds of coffee sludge thanks to Hank Thomson (with a healthy five scoops of coffee to six oz of water ratio), and came out of the woods of Lake Anna with something that seemingly summarized the experience of my 17 young years.
Now, exactly ten years later, I was able to take the Senior Class of 2023 to their own writing retreat and (metaphorically, since we often sit in rocking chairs) be on the other side of the table. The coffee was far better (thanks to Joe Parisi), but the camaraderie, inside jokes, and smiles were far more memorable. And this time I didn’t even have to write anything!
See below for some snaps from another great Senior Essay Writing Retreat!
Psst… we’re heading back to Staunton...
FOR THE STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP!
NOVEMBER 10-12, 2023
GWCS students in grades 9-12 are invited to join Mr. Goldie and Ms. N-O on a road-trip down to Staunton, Virginia to take-in three Shakespeare plays, learn Shakespearean staging, tour the only recreation of the Blackfriar’s theatre in the world, eat at Staunton’s best restaurants, have a tour of Polyface Farms, consume ice cream and baked goods every night, and still have time to wander around the historic downtown in between it all.
THE SHOWS:
Much Ado About Nothing
Coriolanus
Hamlet
In order to secure our rooms/tickets/dinner reservations we need a headcount to work with, so please sign-up quickly by bringing a check for $649.00 to school and giving it to Ms. Nuñez-Oliver or Mr. Goldie. We only have 12 spots available - they will fill-up quickly and tickets are limited!
PLEASE NOTE: This trip is exclusively open to 9th-12th graders, ensuring an age-appropriate and enjoyable experience for all participants. Additionally, we will only be able to offer trip spots to students and unfortunately will not have availability for parents or guardians to accompany students this year. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to providing our high school students with a memorable adventure.
Monster Mash Halloween 5k
Sunday, oct. 29
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Monster Mash Halloween 5K, which will take place on October 29th. This exciting event is not only a fantastic way to celebrate Halloween but also an opportunity to support one of our local elementary schools.
Event Details:
• Date: October 29th
• Time: 8:00 AM
• Location: Franklin Sherman Elementary School, McLean
• Arrival Time: Please arrive at least 30 minutes early to ensure a smooth start.
The Monster Mash Halloween 5K is more than just a fun run; it's a chance for us to support Franklin Sherman Elementary School and the wonderful children they educate.
Additionally, for GW Community School students, this 5K presents an excellent opportunity to earn 3 hours of community service. It's a great way to contribute to our community while also gaining valuable experience and service hours that can enhance your personal and academic growth.
We encourage all of you to participate in the Monster Mash Halloween 5K and invite your friends and family to join in on the spooky fun. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to support a great cause, this event is for you!
To register for the 5K and find more details about the event, please visit the registration page https://www.prraces.com/monstermashdash/
Let's come together as a school community to make this Halloween season extra special by dressing up (or not) and walking or running a 5k to support the Franklin Sherman Elementary School. We look forward to seeing you at Franklin Sherman Elementary on October 29th, be ready to run or walk and have a monstrously good time!
Questions?
Interested in being a part of a live CERT training?
tuesday oct 17TH AT THE FFX CO FIRE AND RESCUE ACADEMY
Actors will be assigned a role and injury, be placed in a location, and wait to be swiftly and capably rescued by our County’s finest freshly trained cadets.
Instructions: Please wear comfortable clothing that can get dirty. For safety, you must wear closed-toed shoes.
Location: Fire & Rescue Academy, 4600 West Ox Road, Fairfax.
Time: 6:30pm - 10:30pm
Final details and instructions will be provided closer to the event date to those that register.
This opportunity is available only to CERT Trained volunteers (those who have completed the CERT Basic Training course
Contact Kim Sopko with any questions at communitydeputy@fairfaxcountycert.org
OCT 28th SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING AT LORTON WORKHOUSE
Not only is a riot to put on the moulage makeup and get into character, but you’ll also earn community service credit! Click the button below!
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