WYNK: May 7-15, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2022

  • Happy Mother’s Day!

MONDAY, MAY 9, 2022

  • AP Exam - Calculus AB at 8:00 am - arrive by 7:30 am (info)

  • Yearbook Elective with Mr. Goldie during Office Hours from 2:40 pm - 3:15 pm

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm

TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2022

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 2022

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm

THURSDAY, MAY 12, 2022

  • Coyote Café with Ms. Kohler’s Personal Finance class during lunch (info)

  • Prom Planning Meeting with Ms. Kohler in the Lab from 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm

  • Music Club with Mr. Torres from 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

  • History in Movies Elective with Mr. Goldie from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2022

  • No Gym!

  • OBX #5 - The Edge from 9:00 am - 3:15 pm - No Gym! (info)

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 4:45 pm

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AP EXAMS @ GWCS…

THE FOLLOWING AP EXAMS WILL BE PROCTORED AT GWCS FOR THE STUDENTS WHO SIGNED UP TO TAKE THE TEST.

AP US Government & Politics
Monday, May 2, 2022
8:00 am (arrive by 7:30 am)

AP US History
Friday, May 6, 2022
8:00 am (arrive by 7:30 am)

AP Calculus AB
Monday, May 9, 2022
8:00 am (arrive by 7:30 am)

AP Computer Science Principles
Monday, May 9, 2022
12:00 pm (arrive by 11:50 am)

See table below for information about which classroom your AP test will be in, and please note that if you are taking an AM test you should arrive no later than 7:30 am to give enough time to bubble your answer sheet.  If your AP test starts in the afternoon, you should make sure that you are in your chair and ready to test no later than 11:50 am. 

WHERE TO GO:

COMMUNICATE:

Make sure that if you have an AP test on a day where you normally have an internship or an OBX that you tell your supervisor that you will be gone for the day.  If you have any questions regarding accommodations, please reach out to Mr. Mallonee directly. 

Be sure to bring:

  • No. 2 pencils for your multiple-choice answer sheet.

  • Pens with black or dark blue ink for completing areas on the exam booklet covers and for free-response questions in most exams.

  • An acceptable calculator if your AP Exam allows the use of a calculator.

  • A watch that does not have internet access, does not beep, or make noise, and does not have an alarm.

Questions? Contact:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com

 https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/exam-policies-guidelines

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“ILLUSION IS THE FIRST OF ALL PLEASURES.”

~Voltaire

GWCS theatre students will perform a selection of one-act plays. Seating is limited so reserve your seats today!

Actor's Nightmare by Christopher Durang 
Actors: Evan, Jay, Lauren, Luther, Dakota, Alex

Variations on the Death of Trotsky by David Ives
Actors: Luther, Dakota, Evan

Sure Thing by David Ives
Actors: Nadia, Xavier

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

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PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES:

WeD., May 18, 2022
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Thu., May 19, 2022
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

STEP #1 - SELECT YOUR SEAT(S) - PAY ATTENTION TO THE DAY/DATE:

 
 

STEP #2 - PAY FOR YOUR TICKET(S)

  • OPTION #1: Pay by credit card using button below.

  • OPTION #2: Send in cash or check payable to GWCS to Ms. N-O.

IMPORTANT: You have 24 hours (not including weekends) to make payment after reserving seats. Reserved seats that are not paid for within 24 hours will be deleted and the seat(s) will be made available to others!

Dakota, Luther, Evan, Lauren, Jay, and Alex - some of the spring theatre cast members during rehearsal.

OBX #5 - THE EDGE…

Friday, MAY 13,2022
9:00 am - 3:15 pm
No Gym!

  • Destination: THE EDGE - Team Development & Experiential Learning
    George Mason University, Prince William Campus (map)

  • About: Run, jump, climb! Have fun at The Edge, learn how to operate as a team, and challenge yourself to reach new heights. We’ll also be conquering the Alpine Tower – so bring your courage!

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

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Bring/Wear: Rain or shine! Wear play clothes and tennis or hiking shoes – prepare to jump, climb, stretch, balance and get dirty. Rain jacket if needed.

  • Lunch: Bring a bag lunch and water bottle.

  • Transportation: School Van & Cars

    • Volunteer Parent Drivers/Chaperones Needed for 5/13. Please CLICK HERE

  • From: Nunez-Oliver, Maria
    Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2022 1:04 PM
    Subject: GWCS: OBX Info and Permission Forms

    Hello all,

    We are excited about our first OBX the Friday we return from spring break!  Here are a few more details on the academics of OBX:

    OBX (Outside the Box Education) is our experiential learning component. Students earn credit for participating. It’s our way of addressing all the skills that don’t fall neatly into a box in the traditional high school curriculum.  Traditionally, OBX events are every Friday during 4th quarter for freshmen and sophomores while juniors and seniors are at their Co-Ops.  This year we have opened up OBX to everyone and have a jam-packed schedule!  OBX is a class and therefore attendance is taken, grades are earned, and 0.25 elective credit will be given.  Students MUST attend ALL OBX events in order to earn the credit.  If a student misses one or more OBX events, they will not receive credit but will be expected to attend any remaining OBX events and “Experiential Learning” will be listed on their transcript without awarded credit.

    Attached to this email is the full info sheet on all our OBX activities for this year, as well as a permission form that needs to be signed and returned no later than Wednesday, April 13th.  We have two activities that both require their own separate waivers, and we will be sending out separate emails with those linked closer to the date of the activity. 

    Also, since so many of our OBXs are going to be off-campus, we are looking for some parent drivers - check out the Sign Up Genius here!

    Thank you in advance and we’re excited to have a great fourth quarter with you all!

THINKing & PLAYing…

What does a guest speaker on neuroscience and a Shakespeare trip to Staunton have in common? They both happened in the same week! Checkout the most recent GWCS News Blog posts to learn more and see all the photos!

Guest Speaker: Neuroscience

4/28/22

Read All About It!

Springtime in Staunton

.5/1/22

Read All Abou It!

GW-PALOOZA…

May 18, 2022
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

GW-Palooza has become an annual end-of-the-year shebang designed to bring our community together for frolicking fun and food. Stay tuned as the details fall into place, mark your calendar, and checkout the opportunities for you to contribute below!

  • Who: GWCS students, staff, parents, grandparents, siblings & friends… everybody!

  • Wear: Outdoor attire that can get stained and messy!

  • Bring: Chair or blanket to sit on (optional)

opportunities to contribute:

Click the button below to see the signup for things we need to borrow as well as contributions. This list will be updated as the the planning progresses so checkback from time to time:

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:

12:00 PM - Food Trucks Arrive and the Party BEGINS!

12:30 pm - 1:00 pm - Capture the Flag on the field

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm - Entertainment

3:00 pm - ALL Clean! 

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ETHEREAL…

GWCS Prom is not your typical high school date-dance designed only for upperclassmen. Nope, GWCS Prom is an all-school event packed with fun for everyone. Come with a date, come with a group, or come alone. Dance with a date, dance with a group, or don’t dance at all. Regardless — you’ll have fun!

  • WHAT: GWCS PROM - A Dance, DJ games, Liars Dice, Cornhole, and Food. Something for everyone.

  • THEME: Ethereal 

  • WHO: All GWCS Students - All Grades

  • DATE: Friday, May 27, 2022 

  • TIME: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

  • LOCATION: Historic Blenheim, 3610 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VA 22030 (map)

  • PRICE: $40 per Ticket (payment options below)

    • Pre-pay Ms. Kohler by cash or check payable to GWCS

    • CLICK HERE to pay by credit card online

  • DRESS CODE: Semi-formal or as fancy as you like!

  • GUEST FORM: CLICK HERE for permission form to bring one non-GWCS student guest

  • DJ: Muntu 

  • FOOD: Drinks and snacks will be provided 

PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

  1. Decorating from 6:00 pm -7:00 pm

  2. Cleanup from 10:00 pm -11:00 pm

CAN WE BORROW…

A CORNHOLE GAME, LIGHT & BUBBLE MACHINES, ANYTHING ETHEREAL:

In addition to a cornhole game, we are looking to borrow fun ethereal lava lamps, black lights, plasma balls, fiber optic lights, bubble machines. Think Spencer’s Gift Shop!

CLOTHING DRIVE…

DOES IT BRING YOU JOY? If not, donate it and bring someone else joy!

WHAT: Clothing Drive to benefit The Clothesline for Arlington Kids

WHEN: Now until Friday, May 27, 2022

HOW: Do a little spring cleaning and go through all your clothes and see how many good-condition items (from the usable list below) you could donate. Maybe use the rule of anything you haven’t worn in the last year. Do you have some old gift cards for stores that aren’t quite your style? Go shopping for someone else.

COMMUNITY SERVICE: Keep track of the amount of time you spend digging through your drawers and closet or shopping and record those hours to receive Community Service Credit:

DROP OFF LOCATION: Bring bagged or boxed donations to Classroom #9 (behind Ms. N-O’s office) — you will see a designated area.

EVENT ORGANIZER: Evan Koenig, GWCS Sophomore, has organized this community service event for GWCS. He will be sorting through donations each week and delivering them to The Clothesline for Arlington Kids until Friday, May 27th. Feel free to reach out to Evan with any questions: evank@gwcommunityschool.com. Thanks Evan!

GUIDELINES:

Usable Clothes

  • Clean Kid’s Clothes (Sizes T4-16)

  • Clean Adult Clothes in teen styles (Sizes XS-XXL)

  • New Socks

  • New Underwear in Package

  • Bras, Pajamas, Accessories, and Clean Sneakers in Excellent Condition

UNusable Clothes

  • Clothes in Poor Condition ( EX: Dirty, Ripped, Stained, Excessive Wear, Broken Buttons and Zippers)

  • Sports Uniforms

  • Event and Promotional Shirts

  • USED Socks and Underwear

  • Baby/Toddler Clothes

  • Toys, Books, Athletic Gear, and Hangers

ALL Donations must be clean, folded, and baggeD

The Clothesline – For Arlington Kids

“Our mission is to collect new and clean, gently used quality clothing from the community, and distribute it free of charge to low-income school-aged children in a welcoming space.”

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GWCS GRADUATION FORMS & INFO

COYOTE CLASS OF 2022

HANGING GARDEN…

Attention GWCS Gardening Enthusiasts & WANNABES

COME GROW WITH US!

Have you noticed that the GWCS Biology class has hanging garden posts out in front of school? Would you like to contribute? We have extra hooks! Simply bring in a plant (i.e., herbs) along with an empty 2-liter plastic jug, and we will supply the soil. Or, create your hanging planter at home and bring it to school ready to hang! Be sure to label your plant!

Questions? Contact:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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COYOTE CAFE…

EVERY THURSDAY DURING LUNCH

WHAT IS COYOTE CAFÉ?

Once a week, Ms. Kohler’s Personal Finance class operates a lunch time café offering snacks, sweets, sodas, and of course… pizza.

WHERE & WHEN?

Thursdays during lunch in the staff kitchen.

MENU & prices:

  • Pizza Slice -$2.00

  • Mac and Cheese - $1.50

  • Ramen Noodles: $1.50

  • Ritz Cheese Crackers - $1.00

  • Granola Bars - $1.00

  • Fruit Roll Ups - $0.75

  • Candy - $0.50

  • Chips - $1.00

  • Chips Ahoy - $1.50

  • Oreos - $1.50

  • Soda - $1.00

  • Klondike Bar - $2.00

  • Freezer Popsicles - $0.50

  • Twin Popsicles - $1.50

  • Ice Cream Sandwich - $1.50

PAYMENT:

Coyote Café accepts CASH ONLY!

PROCEEDS:

All earnings will be used to support a GWCS spring event. Last year we had an outdoor concert!

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

QUESTIONS?  CONTACT:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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GREAT DINNER TIME CONVERSATIONS…

Updated Weekly

In each WYNK, we will provide links to the three most recent Screenagers Tech Talk Tuesday articles. We hope you will find them informative, with helpful suggestions, and interesting questions to discuss as a family. This blog is not an attack on teens and technology - it’s truly helpful and appreciated by students, parents, and teachers as it provides the framework for constructive and enlightening conversations.

FOOD SCRAPS NEEDED…

ESPECIALLY KALE!

this is TORTELLINI, OUR RUSSIAN TORTOISE

Tortellini, one of our beloved GWCS critters, lives in a cozy condo in Ms. Warden’s office and he loves to eat! If you would like to help keep his belly full, you can send in food scraps and garden snacks (especially KALE), but first please READ THIS to understand his diet and then drop off your gourmet scraps in Ms. Kohler’s lab. Questions? Email Ms. Kohler at kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com.

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SHOW YOUR COYOTE SPIRIT…

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR TODAY!

Every purchase supports GWCS

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