Pro-Tip: Blue Letters = Links - Happy Clicking!

SATURDAY, MAY 17

Seniors: Memory Board Gathering from 8:00 am - 10:00 am in the GWCS Cafe (info)

MONDAY, MAY 19

Regular class schedule - First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm)
Amazing Days during 7th period from 2:22 pm - 3:15 pm

TUESDAY, MAY 20

No Gym - OBXers should be at school by 9:00 am
Co-Ops Continue
OBX #6 The Edge at George Mason University - departs GWCS at 8:30 am (info)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 21

Regular class schedule - First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
DUE: Weekly Internship Survey during Advisory (click here)
Parent Coffee with Alexa in the Kids’ Kitchen at 2:45 pm (info) (R.S.V.P.) ☕
What’s Happening Wednesdays during 7th period from 2:22 pm - 3:15 pm

THURSDAY, may 22

Regular class schedule - First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
Coyote Cafe Lunch option in Kids Kitchen (info/menu)
Office Hours during 7th period from 2:22 pm - 3:15 pm
History in Movies with Mr. Goldie from 3:20 pm - 5:30 pm

FRIDAY, MAY 23

Regular class schedule - First Period Gym thru Dismissal from 8:00 am - 3:15 pm

Amazing Days during 7th period from 2:22 pm - 3:15 pm
Dungeons & Dragons has ended for the school year - Thank You Hartly!

MONDAY, MAY 26

No School - Memorial Day Holiday
Senior Beach Trip departs GWCS at 9:00 am (info)

GWCS ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR - UPDATED DAILY

2025-2026 School-Year-at-a-Glance - Updated 4.22.25

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Dear Parents,

Thank you all so much for the most amazing Teacher Appreciation Week! You make us feel loved and supported every day, but last week you really knocked it out of the park.

We started things off with the sweetest (and most carb-filled!) breakfast on Monday, and it only got better from there. The tech bags, beautiful plants, and generous Amazon gift cards were all so thoughtful. And the take-home meals—wow! Mine was absolutely incredible. One parent even floated the idea of a parent take-home dinner and swap, which I think sounds like so much fun!

The gift basket raffles were a big hit—please don’t tell Goldie I borrowed his pitcher and tablecloth from his—and the Spartans lunch was just fantastic.

Thank you for all the time, energy, and love you pour into making our school such a special place. It means the world to be part of such a warm, generous, and tight-knit community. You really are the best!

With love and gratitude,
Alexa

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Dear Parents,

It's been too long!

Let’s get together on Wednesday, May 21st from 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm for a quick coffee in the Kid’s Kitch (see what I did there?). We’ll ply you with some mediocre coffee, catch up, and recruit a few more volunteers for graduation.

This will be a quickie and a fun-nie!

Click the cup to R.S.V.P. and let us know you’ll be one of the cool kids.

Looking forward to gathering,

Alexa

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Upcoming Senior Events & Photos…

Senior Cap & Gown Fitting

Capturing the moments…

Click to see more and download photos — https://link.shutterfly.com/ID23fjpDjTb

CLASS OF 2025 GRADUATION LAWN SIGNS

A cherished GWCS graduation tradition involves yard signs declaring our love for the seniors.

Graduation Memory Board Get-Togethers
Friday, May 16 @ 3:15 PM &
Saturday, May 17 @ 8:00–10:00 AM
GWCS Cafe
R.S.V.P.

Calling all proud parents and soon-to-be grads! Get ready to showcase those cherished memories at graduation with personalized memory boards. This is your chance to team up for a fun family project, craft a heartwarming surprise for your senior, or let your senior unleash their creativity on the family! To help you bring those memories to life, we're hosting two collaborative memory board get-togethers at GWCS on the dates listed above. Don't miss out! CLICK HERE to RSVP if you plan on joining us for one or both sessions. Remember to bring your precious photos and dazzling decorations – though we'll have a sprinkle of extras just in case inspiration strikes!

What’s a Memory Board?
A beloved GWCS tradition! On graduation day, each senior displays a three-panel display board (36”H x 48”W) covered with photos, keepsakes, and memorabilia that celebrate their life and time at GWCS.

What to include?
Baby photos, family and friend pics, school memories, awards, artwork, and anything that tells your story. Be creative—glue items securely so they stay in place during transport.

Who makes it?

Some families make it as a surprise for their senior.
Some students prefer to do it themselves.
Others work on it together and enjoy the walk down memory lane.

What to bring if attending a Memory Board get-together?
We’re hosting two optional work sessions with basic supplies available such as glue and some graduation themed decorations. Bring a tri-fold display board (example), your printed photos, and decorations or lettering. You’d be surprised what families have glued to their memory boards! Come and build something meaningful!

Questions? Contact:

Mary Carbone at mcarbone74@gmail.com
—or—
Alexa Warden at wardenac@gwcommunityschool.com

Senior Beach Trip
May 26–29
Hotel Bethany Beach, Delaware

It’s time to celebrate YOU with sun, surf, and senior spirit! We’re heading to Hotel Bethany Beach for three days of fun, laughs, and unforgettable memories with your classmates. Pack your shades, your beach gear, and your best stories — we’re sending you off in style!

Trip Details:

Transportation: Mrs. Kohler's personal vehicle or independent transportation (discussed individually).
Departure: Arrive to GWCS on Monday, May 26th at 9am for a sharp departure.
Return: We will return to GWCS on Thursday, May 29th around 8pm. Students can text parents updates as needed.
Bring: Clothes for 4 days suitable for dining out. All personal hygiene products like toothbrush, toothpaste, and deodorant. All personal beach/outdoor attire and accessories such as bathing suits, towels, sunglasses, sunscreen, sandals, and hats. Bring money for personal shopping and activities that you want to do independently from the group.

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OBX #6: The EDGE at George Mason (Take Two)

Team Development & Experiential Learning

May 20, 2025

Destination: The EDGE at George Mason

The Edge Team Development Course uses a variety of challenging activities that together can improve communication among students and heighten their sense of community. Through combining talents and competencies, communication, and sheer persistence, students collectively surmount challenges that at first seem improbable. There are many fun challenges offered to the group through the use of unique portable, as well as low and high challenge course initiatives, though all activities are “Challenge by Choice,” so any student who feels anxious, for example about climbing the tower at the end of the day, will be encouraged to participate in a meaningful team task on the ground (belaying the ropes).

About:

Destination: The Edge at George Mason, 9100 Freedom Center Blvd, Manassas, VA 20110
Depart: Meet at GWCS: 8:30 am (Go directly to school - NO GYM)
Pickup: GWCS at 3:15 pm
Important Forms/Information:
- Assumption of Risk - DUE: Monday, May 19, 2025
  Important! Many forms have not yet been turned in - students MUST turn in an Assumption of Risk form in order to participate!
- GMU Campus Map
- Aerial Element - what to expect
Bring/Wear: GWCS T-shirt/clothes that can get dirty; comfortable outdoor appropriate clothes that can get wet. Cargo shorts/pants are recommended. Check the weather and bring rain gear if it’s going to rain; we are going rain or shine! Closed-toed shoes are required!
Lunch: Students should bring a bagged lunch and water bottle
Transportation: School Van & Personal Cars

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

Thank you to the GWCS Foundation!

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Foundation Fundraiser ~ Week 4…

TOP 25 THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT GWCS

Dear GWCS Community,

Welcome to the final two weeks of the GWCS Foundation’s Giving Forward fundraising campaign!

Twenty-five years ago, the very first students at GWCS published their very first yearbook. They included a beautiful dedication that still rings true today:

As we close our first school year at The GW Community School, we, the student body, dedicate The Chronicle to our teachers. We are especially grateful to Richard A. Goldie and Alexa C. Warden, founders of the school, for their courage and commitment in creating a school that we are happy to claim as our own. Their high school provides an overwhelmingly great learning environment, as well as a haven for teaching.

Through all of this year, great bonds were formed between teachers and students; and lasting friendships were developed between students. These unforgettable relationships will last a lifetime. For this, we thank you both.

— The Students of GWCS

We all have our favorite memories, as students and families: Event Night…the Heritage Feast…OBX and Internships…Graduation…and, of course, the annual Halloween Eat-the-Donut-Off-the-String-on-the-Tree Contest.

Thanks to your generosity, we’ve raised more than $31,000 and are getting closer to our ambitious goal of $50,000. As you know, every donation directly supports GWCS students — helping to fund our new scholarship program for those facing financial hardship, as well as the events and activities that enrich the GWCS student experience.

Please help us keep the momentum going by Giving Forward and sharing with your family and friends!

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👉 DONATE NOW!

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All of this happens because we, as a community, treasure our time at GWCS and want current and future students to have that same experience.

Below, we bring you a list of 25 Things We Love About GWCS that will make you smile, laugh, and maybe shed a tear or two.

Thank you for your continued enthusiasm and support of our wonderful GW Community School students.

With appreciation,

Andrea Spiegel
Fundraising, GW Community School Foundation

P.S.
Congrats on making it this far!! As a reminder, gifts of $1,000 or more will be honored with a personalized, engraved plaque displayed at the school.

In honor of this milestone year, Diamond Legacy Donors will have the opportunity to name a space at GWCS—imagine the Smith Family Coyote Café or the Jane Doe GWCS Theater! We’ll help you find a meaningful legacy opportunity.

Donate Now: gwcsfoundation.org/donate

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25 TOP THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT GWCS:

1. Roger Muntu

Former GWCS Teacher (2005–2012); Current International Journalist

Being a part of the GWCS community has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. The dedication, passion, and support from the teachers, students, and parents made it more than just a school — it was a family and still is for me. That’s why you will always catch me at GWCS. Reflecting on my years at GW, I’m grateful for the foundation it provided me personally as a teacher and the lasting relationships I continue to cherish.

2. John Ferguson

GWCS Alumnus Parent (2012–2016); Owner and President, Ferguson Private Wealth Management

We, meaning our son Trevor Ferguson, started GWCS in the Fall of 2012. We had been looking for the right fit for him for high school and visited several private high schools. When we finally found GWCS, we didn’t just find the right school for Trevor, we found an additional FAMILY!!!!! Wow, we were blown away at the caring, the compassion, the quality of the teachers and the professionalism of the entire staff!!!!! We found a second home for our son, and he thrived during his four years at GWCS, because he felt cared for!!!!! I remember meeting Alexa on a camping trip before school actually started in the middle of summer, and she had had little to no sleep the night before, sleeping in a tent in the middle of a northern Virginia summer and when I met her she had this enormous grin on her face and said to me “ when you love what you do, you never have to work a day in your life”!!!! Wow, I said to myself, this high school is going to be phenomenal, and four years later when Trevor graduated in 2016, it was all that and MORE!!!!!!!! Thank you GWCS!!!! He went on to VA Tech and graduated in Spring of 2020 in Packaging Systems and Design! Trevor and our family remain huge cheerleaders for GWCS, and we’re so blessed by the gift of nurturing and education that Alexa and Ric created, when they created GWCS!!!!!

3. William Matson

Father of Preston, GWCS Class of 2008

Here is the secret of GWCS’s success: Alexa makes sure each student knows they are loved and accepted. In public school, students often feel different, “less than” and ostracized, making it impossible for them to learn in class, to learn who they are, to lay the foundation for reaching their full potential. GWCS students quickly learn they are in a place where it is safe to be themselves and to have their own thoughts and hopes, changeable as those usually are during adolescence. GWCS was just what my son needed when public high school wasn’t working for him and his parents were making it harder. GWCS is amazing. Small miracles, and sometimes large ones too, happen there every day.

4. Charles Xavier, Ph.D.
GWCS Alum; Managing Partner, Chief of Learning Sciences, Education Accelerated
When I joined the GW Community, it was February, and I was just about 15 with serious trust issues. I wore this heavy, leather, down winter jacket my grandfather had given me. I wore that jacket every day, and I wouldn’t take it off in the school building. Ms. Warden (Alexa) one day asked, “Why don’t you take your coat off?” I told her I didn’t want anyone to steal it. She said, “Oh. Okay...” That type of trust issues.
A few days later, she came to me and said, “You know, if you wear your jacket inside, your body acclimates to the warmth of it inside and so it won’t keep you as warm later when you’re back out in the cold.” She left it there. And I still remember that fact today — 23 years later.
The GW Community let me have trust issues — even when it made me look weird. The GW Community let me be skeptical, doubtful, and confused. The GW Community school kindly, gently, and patiently earned my trust. And there wasn’t much in the bank at the time.
I can’t tell you my favorite thing about GW Community School, because I don’t know who, what, or where I’d be without them. Without GWCS, I would have dropped out of high school — now I have graduate degrees. Without the time and space to be downright paranoid PLUS the support to be like that if I needed to heal, I would never have trusted people again and, well, shout out to Jack Warden — Aristotle rightly, said, “Man is a social animal.” I’d have stayed lost for who knows how long.
If you asked, superficially, my favorite thing about GW Community School is the basketball team because I played in the first one and watched that thing blossom. But, really, deeply, my favorite thing about GW Community School is the way its members are so fully able to embrace people in their most awkward, most uncomfortable, most delicate moments and then not solve it, but support the person through that moment into bigger and brighter ones that we’d never have imagined on our own.
5. Rosebelle Llosa
Parent of Hartly Llosa, GWCS Class of 2025
I can't help but tear up just thinking about writing a review for GWCS. Our oldest son has so many gifts. He is such a creative spirit - bright, silly, compassionate - and I've never met a child with such a strong moral and ethical compass.
Our son is also a perfectionist and has his own worst critic. He can be very impulsive and emotional and has difficulty with nonverbal cues, code-switching, and understanding that different places require different responses and attitudes. Because of this, and other reasons, I homeschooled him for most of his life.
During Covid, our son began missing people and activities. When he found out that some schools were still in session, he wanted to give it a try. Unfortunately, the first school we found for him was a terrible fit. We had pretty much decided to return to homeschooling when his therapist recommended taking a look at a school called GW Community School.
I had low expectations of going on the school tour. I remember that quickly shifted after spending just a few minutes with Alexa and seeing the kids and hearing the students speak about GW. At one point I had to take a few steps away from everyone to stop myself from crying. It was so obvious that this magical place, I didn't even think existed, was exactly where my child belonged.
I am happy to report that I was not wrong. GWCS is truly a magical place. I do not think it's an exaggeration to say this this community - Goldie, Alexa, Connelly, Mallonee, and all the other teachers have saved lives. They have certainly saved that magical light inside of children that too often is extinguished too early.
The thing is my child will slip and fall and make mistakes. And yet, while they hold him accountable and help him when these mistakes occur, they don't stop loving him or ever think he's a bad kid when he messes up. They appreciate the whole child. And they do this for all the students at their school.
Every child at GWCS has their own unique personality and challenges, and somehow, the teachers can meet each child exactly where they are, helping each of them blossom and grow.
In just two years, I have seen a huge positive shift in our son. I am forever grateful to this school and this community. It hasn't just changed our son's life - it has changed our whole family's life. I can't imagine a world in which our worlds aren't intertwined
6. Matt Hartman
 Former GWCS Teacher (2003–2011); Project Manager – Fortis Games
As a teacher, GWCS gave me an incredible opportunity to work closely with small groups of students and make a real impact. The strong sense of community fostered by the school built a foundation of trust that led to extraordinary learning experiences you simply couldn’t find anywhere else. It was truly a gift to be part of such a special place. And always remember: Hartman is looking for you!
I’ll always treasure the unforgettable class trips I had, the privilege of chaperoning as a teacher at GWCS. From exploring the breathtaking National Parks out West to adventures in London, New York City, and Walt Disney World, every trip was an incredible experience—not just for the destinations themselves, but for the joy of seeing students encounter them for the first time. Even our shorter journeys, like college essay writing retreats at Lake Anna, historical walks through Gettysburg, and the senior beach trip, were filled with memories that always seemed to end too soon.
7. Mrs. Kohler
Current GWCS Teacher, 2017 - Present
I started working at GW Community School in the fall of 2017. GWCS is a unique sanctuary with intellectual brilliance and friendly faces welcoming around every corner. You truly feel like you are a part of one big happy family when you are here. My favorite parts about this school are all the fun whole school annual events that we do like Homecoming, Mad Science assemblies, the Spring Palooza, and Prom. The outdoor Spring Palooza takes the icing and this year we are having a petting zoo, live acoustic music, and lunch catered by Cafe Rio all in one amazing event thanks to The Foundation. This is a place where friends are made, and memories last a lifetime
8. Dakota Gerber
GWCS Alum; Current Undergraduate at Clark University majoring in geography with a concentration in comparative race and ethnic studies and minoring in photography
The best thing about GW is that you learn just as much about yourself as you do about the world
9. Ben Degregory
Current Student, GWCS Class of 2026
The beautiful, friendly environment.
10. Brenner Morse
Current Student, GWCS Class of 2027
There’s never a day that I’m like “ugh, school.” We’re always having fun and laughing.
11. Peter Zeytoonian
Current Student, GWCS Class of 2028
I can’t rest on the weekend because I’m homesick for my second home.
12. Faiz Hamid
This school is amazing. Everyone is so nice.
Current Student, GWCS Class of 2025
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13. Michael Mallonee
GWCS Dean of Students, 2000–present
On the first day of school, you meet all of your best friends.
14. Ophelia Griff
Current Student, GWCS Class of 2026
Here you feel like you’re talking to actual people, not just authority figures. Feeling like you’re on equal ground makes this school a community.
15. Mac Carbone
Current Student, GWCS Class of 2026
When I first came to this school, I visited another school on the same day. But I walked in and felt at home. I immediately felt like I could do high school here. I know we're called a community but it's more like a family.
16. Maria
GWCS Alum, Class of 2014 (and former GWCS Director of Operations)
So, there it is. GW Community School. Twice. On my resume. The first mention for my high school diploma, and the second detailing my time as GWCS's Director of Operations in the most upsettingly corporate jargon I can bear. It's harder than you'd think to try to summarize what a day in the life is like as the DOO at GWCS. As a student I was a loosely-affiliated member of the robotics team, a basketball manager, SGA President, a yearbook editor-in-chief, a pest to Richard Goldie, and an intern to the Great Alexa Warden. As the Director of Operations I organized the calendar for the robotics and basketball teams, edited yearbooks, ran a theatre club, was a pest to Richard Goldie (with an actual to-do list this time), and worked immediately under the Director and Co-Founder Alexa Warden. And that's only the tip of the iceberg - it's missing the memories of hanging out with kids around a campfire, discussing reliable narratives in literature, or teaching kids how to navigate the NYC subway system. You try putting that on a resume.
T.S. Eliot once said, "Home is where one starts from." For me, that home is GWCS.
17. Katie Z.
Current GWCS Parent
GWCS has been life-changing. It’s like finding a home where your child is understood and loved for who they are and the magic they bring to the table.
18. Riley
Current Student, GWCS Class of 2028
GWCS was the first and last school I visited. Alexa played a huge part in that. Alexa and GWCS welcomed me with open arms. I love how happy Alexa makes me feel when she greets me with a smile.
19. Amelia Schmutz
Current Student, GWCS Class of 2026
It’s hard to pick a favorite thing about GW Community School because this school gave me my life back after years of thinking I had no future. That said, I couldn’t have done it without the amazing teachers at GW Community School. They are my favorite part of the school. I have been overwhelmed by the amount of love, care, and acceptance I have received from them. I will never forget and never stop being grateful for the lovely teachers that make GW Community School truly incomparable.
20. Joe Parisi
Current GWCS Teacher; GWCS Alumnus Parent
From a teacher's standpoint, one of the best things about GW is the autonomy to use things that the kids (and I) are interested in as the substantive basis for the curriculum. We use football passes to illustrate quadratic equations; pool tables to show geometric relationships; and mock trials to help write persuasively.
From a student's view, one of the best things about GW is that its smaller size eliminates cliques. The kids are (gently) forced to interact with each other and get along with each other every day. They are able to try things out, like basketball and Shakespeare, that they normally would never have.
From a parent's standpoint, one of the best things about GW is that the caring, kind environment carries over to home life as well. The positivity at school makes the kids feel better and helped lift the black cloud that hung over our house.
21. Kim Dwyer
GWCS Alumnus Parent (2016- 2020)
As a parent, I will forever be grateful for the impact GWCS had on my child. It’s a rare and beautiful place where students are welcomed exactly as they are – no masks, no judgment, just open arms and huge smiles. GWCS saw and celebrated my child for who they truly are. And once this school touches your life, it never leaves you – it becomes part of your family’s story.
22. Julia Warden
M.Ed and Former GWCS Faculty
GWCS is the epitome of pure educational joy. Where else canyou find a group of students, teachers, and administrators all aligned on a single mission? I had the privilege and pleasure of working at GWCS for two years – and would still like to think I get my two cents in where I can – the mission is complex, the target is moving, but I’ve never seen a group of people mor united and dedicated to a common cause.
23. Beth and Rich Lemoine
GWCS Alumnus Parents (2007 - 2011)
Beth: I will never forget Kait came home after her first day at GWCS and she was so excited because she was introduced as Kait instead of Kaitlyn. Family called her Kait and everyone else up until that point called her Kaitlyn. Looking back, that was the start of a new chapter (when she applied we put her nickname down as Kait, that’s how that started!).
Rich: This school & Alexa changed Kait’s life.
24. Cassie Sinichko
GWCS Director of Operations 2006 - 2021 (and now GWCS Colorado remote staff!)
Starting at GWCS in the spring of 2006 was a significant shift from my experience as an elementary school teacher. Trading a classroom full of littles for a desk in the lively cafe filled with teenagers initially felt like a scary change. Despite having three teens of my own and a constant flow of their friends at home, the genuine interactions among GWCS students and their teachers truly captivated me. They were a family – accepting, kind, often silly, and supportive, regardless of grade level or interests. Their nonjudgmental nature was inspiring, offering a glimpse of the possibility of a more accepting world. This powerful sense of community was one of my top reasons for staying at GWCS for 15 years, retiring, and then returning as remote support from Colorado.
25. 2000 GWCS Yearbook Dedication (and still true today!)
As we close our first school year at The GW Community School, we, the student body, dedicate The Chronicle to our teachers. We are especially grateful to Richard A. Goldie and Alexa C. Warden, founders of the school, for their courage and commitment in creating a school that we are happy to claim as our own. Their high school provides an overwhelmingly great learning environment, as well as a haven for teaching.
Through all of this year, great bonds were formed between teachers and students; and lasting friendships were developed between students. These unforgettable relationships will last a lifetime. For this, we thank you both.
— The Students of GWCS

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TICKET SALES DEADLINE:

Friday, May 30, 2025

HOW TO GET YOUR TICKET…

PAY WITH CASH - put $40 per ticket in an envelope with student’s name and ‘Prom Ticket’ on front of envelope and give it to Mrs. Kohler.
PAY ONLINE WITH CREDIT CARD - Click Here!

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Facebook Parents Only Group…

Running this facebook announcement again for all the new GWCS Parents!

*Click the coyote above to go to the GWCS Parents/Guardians FB Group*

At Back-to-School Night there was a discussion about the possibility of creating a Facebook Group for current GWCS parents and guardians to share resources about topics that might support all. Shoutout to Rachel Albert for taking the lead and creating a private space for GWCS parents on Facebook. Take a moment right now to join the private Facebook group for GWCS Parents/Guardians. This is different from the public 'page' that GWCS currently has on FB. This is an interactive group for parents.

ABOUT: This Facebook Group is a place to talk about all things school and out of school related with other GWCS parents/guardians. For example: Looking for someone who lives in your area to carpool? Looking for a cool summer program? Wondering about Driver’s Ed? Share community service opportunities.

JOIN: Go to Facebook and search for “GWCS Parents/Guardians” then request to ‘follow’ this group. Within a few days you will be accepted and can begin reading and contributing.

QUESTIONS or NEED HELP? CONTACT:

Rachel Albert
GWCS Parent & Administrator of the GWCS Parents/Guardians Facebook Group
- Email: thealberts1@mac.com
- Call: 703-201-0252
- Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/893451536112759
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Unleash Your Imagination…

Free 3D Printing, Courtesy of Josh!

Hello GWCS! My name is Josh and I am an 8th grader at GWCS.

You may have noticed some flyers around school about FREE 3D printing. As the flyers say, if you would like a FREE 3D print, I can do that for you! Below are some examples of what I have printed, but I can print almost anything. A few of the things I will not print include guns, knives, weapons, replica weapons, and other similar items.

If you have an idea, but don’t have a model, try going to thingiverse.com and browsing the thousands of models they have available. Once you find something you like, shoot me an email at wcacuber1@gmail.com, or text me at 703-407-6590.

While these prints are free, donations are greatly appreciated! 50% of all donations will go to the GWCS Foundation.

That wraps up my part of the WYNK, thanks for reading!

Josh Diamond
GWCS 8th Grade Student
wcacuber1@gmail.com
703-407-6590 (text)

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GWCS 2024-2025 Chronicle Yearbook…

Place your order by June 6th
before the price jumps!

Alright Coyotes! Listen up! It's go-time to lock in your very own GWCS Chronicle Yearbook – your personal time capsule of awesomeness! Imagine flipping through pages of side-splitting candids, reliving those unforgettable school events, and yes, even cringing (in a good way!) at those iconic hairstyles. Don't let these memories fade away! Order your yearbook today before that price does a high jump!

ORDER FORM:

Click Here for printable order form

Price:

$50 if ordered by June 6, 2025
$65 if ordered after June 6, 2025

Payment:

Send in cash or a check payable to GWCS
-or-
Click Here to pay by credit card online

YEARBOOK PICK-UP PARTY:

Mark your summer calendar! On Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm GWCS will host a Yearbook Signing Party followed by a Summer Movie Marathon from 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm!

Questions? Contact:

Mr. Goldie
goldiera@gwcommunityschool.com

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Graduation 2025 ~ Come One, Come All!

save the date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00 am

All Students & Parents Encouraged to Attend!

Mark your calendars for this year’s GWCS Graduation Ceremony on June 7th, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. All GWCS students and parents are expected to attend. Celebrating our seniors’ achievements is a community effort, and your presence makes the day even more meaningful.

Every time you attend our graduation ceremony, you gain a deeper appreciation for what this milestone represents—both for the graduates and for your own student when their time comes. The attendance of the entire GWCS community gives our seniors a heartfelt and supportive send-off in true community style.

All guests should be seated by 10:45 AM to ensure a smooth start. Keep an eye on the WYNK for volunteer opportunities to help make this day truly special.

Let’s come together to honor our seniors and celebrate their success!

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Weekly Song Recommendations…

with Amelia

Hello, this is Amelia Schmutz! I am a junior at GWCS, and I write this section of the WYNK on song recommendations. I hope you enjoy. Feel free to talk to me at school or email me your top recommendations and favorite songs for a future WYNK.

Email: amelias@gwcommunityschool.com

MY
RECOMMENDATION

“Elephant” – bôa

Bôa gained its popularity almost twenty-five years after their debut album. I wouldn’t say they were unheard of before, but within the last couple years their songs “Duvet” and “Twilight” blew up all over social media for their beautiful, ethereal qualities. Think if the Cocteau Twins and Mitski had a baby but with less reverb while still being original.

Off the same record as “Duvet” and title track “Twilight,” “Elephant” represents everything I love about bôa. The rich vocals, lavish orchestral arrangements, and an atmosphere that sets bôa apart from others.

Leading woman, Jasmine Rodgers, said “Elephants are gorgeous, I love them. And I was always thinking how strong they are, and yet, they can be really gentle…” She was reading The Famish Road by Ben Ackry at the time and “…thought it was really beautiful. And there was something about spirit children in there, and kind of going on a journey…And that can be, you know, your friendly elephant…”

"Elephant" - bôa (Official Audio)

GWCS RECOMMENDATION

“Anxiety” (Clean) – Doechii

Recommended by Aung (AKA Old Wisdom,
AKA Wisdom Music)

“Anxiety” has taken the media by storm, but this time I’m not talking about the emotion. *sad trombone*

Doechii became a rising sensation last summer when she released her hip-hop/rap mixtape “Alligator Bites Never Heal”. Especially, her song “DENIAL IS A RIVER” caught the public’s eye for her unique and fresh style. She went on to win the Grammy for Best Rap Album.

People have mixed feelings on Doechii’s new song “Anxiety.” The song is originally sampled from “Somebody That I Used To Know” by Gotye, featuring Kimbra. Since the song is already a classic, Doechii’s twist on it is not everyone’s favorite. This doesn’t mean it’s a bad song, rather a unique interpretation.

"Anxiety" (Clean) - Doechii (Unofficial Audio)

NEW RECOMMENDATION

“Sallam Alay” – Dudu Tassa, Jonny Greenwood, Jiana Naddaf

Dudu Tassa and Jonny Greenwood have previously worked together on their album “Jarak Qaribak.” So, when I saw they released “Sallam Alay” on May 6, 2025, I was overjoyed!

Jonny Greenwood, the multi-talented member of Radiohead, The Smile, composer of countless soundtracks, and my personal hero, suffered a serious infection in July of last year. He was rushed to emergency treatment in the ICU, so The Smile had to cancel their European tour. Since then, we have heard virtually nothing about Jonny’s recovery or his treatment. No pictures or descriptions have identified what Jonny’s “serious infection” was. As fans feared for Jonny’s life, they also feared for the futured of his music. So, when I saw that Jonny released another song with Dudu Tassa, I was over the moon with happiness!

When Dudu Tassa and Jonny Greenwood work together, something magical happens. They way they mix Middle Eastern music with technology and funk is incomparable! Right off the bat, “Sallam Alay” starts off with a killer, funky bass along with a flute loop. The beat grabs a hold of you and refuses to let go with its intricate vocals and layered riffs. “Sallam Alay” is an Arabic greeting that translates to “peace be upon you” which is a nice theme in today’s world.

"Sallam Alay" - Dudu Tassa, Jonny Greenwood, Jiana Naddaf (Official Audio)

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