WYNK: October 15-22, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

SATURDAY, OCT. 15, 2022

  • Robotics Club from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

MONDAY, OCT. 17, 2022

  • Another great day at GWCS!

TUESDAY, OCT. 18, 2022

  • Seniors departing for Essay Writing Retreat!

  • Coyote Robotics from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

  • Music Club from 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 19, 2022

  • Theatre Elective from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

  • Coyote Robotics from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

THURSDAY, OCT. 20, 2022

  • History in Movies - Immortal Beloved from 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm (info)

  • Seniors return from the Essay Writing Retreat - early dismissal around 12:30 pm

FRIDAY, OCT. 21, 2022

  • Casual Fridays - Wear your GWCS gear!

SATURDAY, OCT. 22, 2022

  • Robotics Club from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

GWCS ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR - UPDATED DAILY

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Psst… we’re heading back to Staunton...

for the STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP!

NOVEMBER 11-13, 2022

GWCS students 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 Shakespeare staging, eat at Staunton’s best restaurants, wander around the historic downtown, explore Luray Caverns, consume ice cream and baked goods every night, and stop to romp around the Frontier Culture Museum in between all the fun.

See our full (tentative) itinerary here!

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 $595.00 to school and giving it to Ms. Nuñez-Oliver or Mr. Goldie.  Spots will fill-up quickly and tickets are limited!

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Donations for the GWCS Halloween Spook-tacular!

We are in need in the following donations for our annual Halloween festivities:

  • Halloween Decorations (especially spiderwebs!) - Dollar Tree has some great options!

  • Halloween Candy

  • Toilet Paper (for a mummy-wrapping activity)

All donations can be brought to Ms. Kohler directly in the lab. Thank you for your support!




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Donations for GWCS Snackalicious!

SNACKALICIOUS IS BACK!

Students need healthy "to go" snacks as they move through the day. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up if you are able. Thank you!

On Monday (any week you chose) bring or have your student deliver snacks of your choice.

Suggestions - Cheese and crackers, hummus and pita chips, guacamole (in single serve packages) and tortillas, bananas, cuties, clementines, grapes washed and cut into bunches, raisins, craisins - what's your fruit?

Additional dates will be added monthly.

sign up here

FRESH VEG NEEDED…

ESPECIALLY KALE!

This is Tortellini, our resident Russian Tortoise.

He is a ferocious plant eater. Kale leaves quake in his presence.

We have three turtle friends: Grouchy and Sweetie (red-eared sliders), and Tortellini (Russian tortoise). They are all on a natural raw diet which mainly consists of fresh, leafy greens! If you have any veggies from home or want to purchase and donate food items - it is much appreciated! Please bring donations directly to Ms. Kohler in the lab. The below list are their favorite staples. Thank you for helping keep our beloved school pets well nourished!

  1. Kale

  2. Mustard greens

  3. Shredded carrots

  4. Yellow squash

  5. Zucchini

Questions? Email Ms. Kohler at kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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SHOW YOUR COYOTE SPIRIT…

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR TODAY!

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: October 8 - 15, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

SATURDAY, OCT. 8, 2022

  • Robotics Club from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

MONDAY, OCT. 10, 2022

  • NO SCHOOL | Indigenous Peoples’ Day

TUESDAY, OCT. 11, 2022

  • Coyote Robotics from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

  • Music Club from 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

  • Horror Movie Club from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12, 2022

  • PSAT & SAT Testing starting at 8:00 am (info)

    • NO GYM - Report directly to GWCS at 9:15 am

    • Regular school day for all non-test-takers

  • Theatre Elective from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

  • Coyote Robotics from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

THURSDAY, OCT. 13, 2022

  • Gettysburg Film Showing for Juniors from 3:15 pm - 8:45 pm (info)

FRIDAY, OCT. 14, 2022

  • Junior Gettysburg Trip from 6:30 am - 4:00 pm (info)

  • Casual Fridays - Wear your GWCS gear!

SATURDAY, OCT. 15, 2022

  • Robotics Club from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

GWCS ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR - UPDATED DAILY

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ATTENTION GWCS JUNIORS…

Every fall, the GWCS junior class heads north to Gettysburg. It is not truly analogous to Lee’s march on Gettysburg in 1863, but we mention it. Of course, we ride on highways through rolling hills and arrive in good condition and good spirits in less than three hours, and Lee’s troops arrived after a forty day March, but still, the similarities are undeniable.” ~ Richard Goldie 2016

FORMS:

Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Gettysburg Permission Forms Due

MOVIE:

  • Thursday, October 13, 2022

  • 3:15 pm - 8:45 pm

  • Watch the really, really, really, really long Gettysburg movie

  • GWCS Café. Dinner will be provided.

TOUR:

  • Friday, October 14, 2022

  • Gettysburg Tour Day

  • Depart GWCS at 6:30 am

  • Return to GWCS at 4:00 pm-ish

COST:

FREE! Tour, cyclorama, food and transportation all paid for by GWCS

Feel free to bring some extra $$$ for snacks/souvenirs though!

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Mr. Goldie
goldiera@gwcommunityschool.com

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Take the PSATs & SATs @ GWCS…

PSAT Testing date: Wednesday, Oct. 12

SAT Testing date: Wednesday, Oct. 12

Please note that there is no gym Wednesday, Oct. 12. Students should report directly to school at GWCS at 9:15 am!

This year we are offering the SAT through the SAT School Days program alongside the PSAT. This means that we will be administering the test on a weekday, expanding access to a globally recognized college admission test that's widely accepted at U.S. colleges. This is a great opportunity for those who haven’t yet taken it a first time, those who may want to retake it (and see if they get a higher score – they’ll submit your highest to colleges), or even Sophomores who feel comfortable with the PSAT and feel ready to try out the SAT. 

Click to learn more about SAT

Click to learn more about PSAT

The PSAT will be offered this year for any underclassmen (grades 9-11) who would like to take the PSAT.

Stressed about what’s on the test?  Khan Academy has some great, free PSAT/SAT prep– you can find it HERE.

We will send more information about test-day policies, what to bring, and day-of schedules to students who are participating in testing next week.

Psst… we’re heading back to Staunton...

for the STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP!

NOVEMBER 11-13, 2022

GWCS students 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 Shakespeare staging, eat at Staunton’s best restaurants, wander around the historic downtown, explore Luray Caverns, consume ice cream and baked goods every night, and stop to romp around the Frontier Culture Museum in between all the fun.

See our full (tentative) itinerary here!

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 $595.00 to school and giving it to Ms. Nuñez-Oliver or Mr. Goldie.  Spots will fill-up quickly and tickets are limited!

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Donations for the GWCS Halloween Spook-tacular!

We are in need in the following donations for our annual Halloween festivities:

  • Halloween Decorations (especially spiderwebs!) - Dollar Tree has some great options!

  • Halloween Candy

  • Toilet Paper (for a mummy-wrapping activity)

All donations can be brought to Ms. Kohler directly in the lab. Thank you for your support!




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Donations for GWCS Snackalicious!

SNACKALICIOUS IS BACK!

Students need healthy "to go" snacks as they move through the day. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up if you are able. Thank you!

On Monday (any week you chose) bring or have your student deliver snacks of your choice.

Suggestions - Cheese and crackers, hummus and pita chips, guacamole (in single serve packages) and tortillas, bananas, cuties, clementines, grapes washed and cut into bunches, raisins, craisins - what's your fruit?

Additional dates will be added monthly.

sign up here

FRESH VEG NEEDED…

ESPECIALLY KALE!

This is Tortellini, our resident Russian Tortoise.

He is a ferocious plant eater. Kale leaves quake in his presence.

We have three turtle friends: Grouchy and Sweetie (red-eared sliders), and Tortellini (Russian tortoise). They are all on a natural raw diet which mainly consists of fresh, leafy greens! If you have any veggies from home or want to purchase and donate food items - it is much appreciated! Please bring donations directly to Ms. Kohler in the lab. The below list are their favorite staples. Thank you for helping keep our beloved school pets well nourished!

  1. Kale

  2. Mustard greens

  3. Shredded carrots

  4. Yellow squash

  5. Zucchini

Questions? Email Ms. Kohler at kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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SHOW YOUR COYOTE SPIRIT…

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR TODAY!

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: September 24-October 8, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

SATURDAY, SEPT. 24, 2022

  • Camp Coyote 9:00 am pickup at Small Group Campsites A15 & A16 map

  • Robotics Club from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

MONDAY, SEPT. 26, 2022

  • NO SCHOOL | Rosh Hashanah

TUESDAY, SEPT. 27, 2022

  • NO SCHOOL | Rosh Hashanah

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28, 2022

  • Theatre Elective from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

  • Stream Cleanup from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm (info)

  • Coyote Robotics from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

THURSDAY, SEPT. 29, 2022

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

  • EF Tours Information Meeting for Spain Spring Trip 2023 from 7:30 - 8:30 pm (info)

FRIDAY, SEPT. 30, 2022

  • Casual Fridays - Wear your GWCS gear!

SATURDAY, OCt. 1, 2022

  • Team Up! 5k from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (info)

  • Robotics Club from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

MONDAY, OCT. 3, 2022

TUESDAY, oct. 4, 2022

  • EARLY DISMISSAL at 12:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, oct. 5, 2022

  • NO SCHOOL | Yom Kippur

THURSDAY, oct. 6, 2022

FRIDAY, oct. 7, 2022

  • Casual Fridays - Wear your GWCS gear!

saturday, oct. 8, 2022

  • Brookside Gardens Nature Walk from 9:45 am - 11:30 am (info)

  • Coyote Robotics from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

GWCS ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR - UPDATED DAILY

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Team Up! 5k & Stream Cleanup Community Service

COMMUNITY IS SO IMPORTANT TO US THAT WE MADE IT OUR MIDDLE NAME.

WE BELIEVE THAT OUR SCHOOL’S STRENGTH IS SHOWN BY ITS CONNECTION WITH THE COMMUNITY AROUND IT.

Team Up! 5k with The Salvation Army

Sat. October 1 at 8:00 am

See Mr. Connelly’s email from Wed, Sept. 7 below:

Hi Everyone,

 This October 1st GWCS students and faculty will be taking part in a 5K fundraiser that will benefit afterschool programs for less fortunate children. Students who participate will earn three hours of community service. (Remember you need at least 30 community service hours to fulfill your requirement!)

 This is a great opportunity to help those less fortunate. Let me know when you've registered and how many people you will be bringing.

All the information you need can be found on the race website.

The race is located at 4915 Ox Road Fairfax, VA 22030 and begins at 8:00 am.

Click the link to register:

https://potomac.enmotive.com/events/register/2022-team-up-5k-with-the-salvation-army

Make sure to email Mr. Connelly to confirm you’ve signed up!

 

STREAM CLEANUP with ms. kohler

sign up here

Wed. september 28 from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

GWCS Stream Cleanup is back! Students, please join us in our environmentalism efforts by picking up trash around Accotink Trail. Our first Stream Cleaning will take place on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, from 3:15pm - 4:30pm. This activity starts right after school and parents should pick up their student promptly at 4:30pm. Transportation to and from the site will be provided. Work gloves and trash bags will also be provided. Students must wear outdoor gear (pants, sneakers, etc.). All who participate will receive one hour of community service for their hard work. Please fill out the Microsoft form above no later than Sunday night to partake in this fun filled teambuilding activity!

We have a new Microsoft Form for Community Service - submit any hours through the form here.

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GWCS 2023 Spain Trip Informational Meeting

thursday, september 29th from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Dear families, 

Your student is invited to join us on an upcoming educational travel experience to Spain in Spring 2023! 

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and I would love to have your student join me on this adventure. 

Come hear all the details, including the itinerary, activities, academic opportunities, the cost of the trip and EF’s risk-free enrollment period at our informational meeting on September 29th 2022 at 7:30. The meeting will take place on Zoom. 

 Please click here to register for the meeting ASAP to save your seat: http://bit.ly/3xFAwyF.  

There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity! 

Questions? Email Sr. Torres

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Brookside Gardens Nature Walk with Ms. Kohler and Mr. Comstock

saturday, oct. 8 from 10:00 AM - 11:30 am

Email from Ms. Kohler on Sept. 7th:

Hello Coyotes!

Who is craving a much-needed destressing activity?! Come join Mr. Comstock and myself for a relaxing stroll around Brookside Gardens! This is an optional independent guided tour of the gardens on Saturday, Oct. 8th from 10-11:30am. Check out the website listed below for more details! GWCS will not be providing transportation for this activity. Both students and parents are welcome to join! Please email me with any questions. 

Please use this link to sign up no later than Thursday, October 6th so we can get a head count: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B48AFAF29A1F94-brookside

Date: Saturday, October 8, 2022

Time: Drop off 9:45am/10am - 11:30am Pick up

Address: 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902

Website: Visit - Montgomery Parks

Questions? Email Ms. Kohler

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Take the PSATs & SATs @ GWCS…

Sign-up deadline: Monday, oct. 3

PSAT Testing date: Wednesday, Oct. 12

SAT Testing date: Wednesday, Oct. 12

This year we are offering the SAT through the SAT School Days program alongside the PSAT. This means that we will be administering the test on a weekday, expanding access to a globally recognized college admission test that's widely accepted at U.S. colleges. This is a great opportunity for those who haven’t yet taken it a first time, those who may want to retake it (and see if they get a higher score – they’ll submit your highest to colleges), or even Sophomores who feel comfortable with the PSAT and feel ready to try out the SAT. 

Click to learn more about SAT

Click to learn more about PSAT

The PSAT will be offered this year for any underclassmen (grades 9-11) who would like to take the PSAT.

SIGN- UP DEADLINE: MONDAY, OCT. 3

PSAT SIGN UP FORM

SAT SIgn up form

Stressed about what’s on the test?  Khan Academy has some great, free PSAT/SAT prep– you can find it HERE.

Once we have numbers solidified we will send more information about test-day policies, what to bring, and day-of schedules.

Psst… we’re heading back to Staunton...

for the STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP!

NOVEMBER 10 - 12, 2022

GWCS students are invited to join Mr. Goldie and Ms. N-O on a road-trip down to Staunton, Virginia to take-in two Shakespeare plays, learn Shakespeare combat tricks, attend a graduate lecture, tour the theatre, eat at Staunton’s best restaurants, wander around the historic town, consume ice cream every night, and stop to romp around the Frontier Culture Museum in between all the fun.

keep an eye on the wynk for more info shortly!


Donations for GWCS Snackalicious!

SNACKALICIOUS IS BACK!

Students need healthy "to go" snacks as they move through the day. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up if you are able. Thank you!

On Monday (any week you chose) bring or have your student deliver snacks of your choice.

Suggestions - Cheese and crackers, hummus and pita chips, guacamole (in single serve packages) and tortillas, bananas, cuties, clementines, grapes washed and cut into bunches, raisins, craisins - what's your fruit?

Additional dates will be added monthly.

sign up here

FRESH VEG NEEDED…

ESPECIALLY KALE!

This is Tortellini, our resident Russian Tortoise.

He is a ferocious plant eater. Kale leaves quake in his presence.

We have three turtle friends: Grouchy and Sweetie (red-eared sliders), and Tortellini (Russian tortoise). They are all on a natural raw diet which mainly consists of fresh, leafy greens! If you have any veggies from home or want to purchase and donate food items - it is much appreciated! Please bring donations directly to Ms. Kohler in the lab. The below list are their favorite staples. Thank you for helping keep our beloved school pets well nourished!

  1. Kale

  2. Mustard greens

  3. Shredded carrots

  4. Yellow squash

  5. Zucchini

Questions? Email Ms. Kohler at kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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SHOW YOUR COYOTE SPIRIT…

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR TODAY!

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: September 17-24, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

SATURDAY, SEPT. 17, 2022

  • Idylwood Park Invasive Species Removal from 8:00 am - 11:00 am with Ms. Kohler (info)

MONDAY, SEPT. 19, 2022

  • First Coyote Tracks sent out via email

TUESDAY, SEPT. 20, 2022

  • Music Club from 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

  • Horror Movie Club from 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 21, 2022

  • Theatre Elective from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

  • Back to School Night Potluck from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (info)

THURSDAY, SEPT. 22, 2022

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

FRIDAY, SEPT. 23, 2022

  • Camp Coyote leaving for Burke Lake Park from GWCS at 2:45 pm (info)

    • Half Night Pick Up at 10:00 pm

SATURDAY, SEPT. 24, 2022

  • Camp Coyote (info)

    • Morning Pick Up at 9:00 am

GWCS ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR - UPDATED DAILY

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Back to School Night Potluck - Wednesday, Sept. 21

Calling all GWCS parents!

We are so excited to invite you all to our Back to School Night Potluck next Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 6 pm.  It’s going to be a great opportunity to not only meet your student’s teachers, but also get to know other GWCS parents!   

Click here to sign up!

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CAMP COYOTE 2022 - SEPT 23-24

GWCS ANNUAL OVERNIGHT CAMPOUT AT BURKE LAKE PARK

Calling all outdoorsy, adventurous Coyotes!

Join us on Friday, September 23rd for our annual overnight - Camp Coyote!  We will depart GWCS at 2:45 to head to Burke Lake Campground on Friday, with overnight pick up on Saturday morning at 9 am. If you are interested in helping transport students to the campground, please email Ms. N-O.

 

And for any coyotes who prefer to sleep in a bed rather than a tent there is a half-night option, with pickup at 10 pm on Friday evening.  Please make sure to note on the permission form whether your student will be attending for a full night or half night, along with any other allergies/dietary needs we should be aware of.  Permission slips should be turned in no later than Wednesday, Sept. 21.

 

Interested in loaning gear or donating snacks/drinks?  Click here for the Camp Coyote Sign Up Genius.  Any donations or equipment can be stashed in Suite 120 (the staff kitchen area) – thank you for your support!

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UPCOMING COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

COMMUNITY IS SO IMPORTANT TO US THAT WE MADE IT OUR MIDDLE NAME.

WE BELIEVE THAT OUR SCHOOL’S STRENGTH IS SHOWN BY ITS CONNECTION WITH THE COMMUNITY AROUND IT.

Invasive Species Removal - Sat. September 17 from 8:00 am - 11:00 am

See Ms. Kohler’s email from Thurs, Sept 8 below:

Hello Coyotes,

It's that time of year again where we fill up our calendar with amazing community service opportunities! I would like to introduce you to an excellent resource that provides different volunteer opportunities for community service hours provided by Fairfax, County. Please join me in volunteering on Saturday, September 17th from 8-11am at Idylwood Park in Falls Church. We will contribute in removing invasive species to protect native plants and migrating birds. Work gloves and tools will be provided. Please wear sunscreen, outdoor gear (long jeans, long sleeve shirt, and hiking shoes/sneakers) and bring a water bottle. Transportation will not be provided by GWCS for this event.

To sign up for this event (and search for other opportunities) GO to this website:

Invasive Management Area Program | Park Authority (fairfaxcounty.gov)

Then click on IMA WORKDAY CALENDAR

Sign up for: Idylwood Park Habitat Restoration - Falls Church

Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022

Time Frame: 8:00am - 11:00am

Address: 7709 Virginia Ln, Pimmit, VA 22043 

Attire: Wear sunscreen, outdoor gear (long jeans, long sleeve shirt, and hiking shoes/sneakers) and bring a water bottle

PLEASE ALSO sign up for this event through GWCS's personal SignUpGenius so we know who to expect (please signup no later than Friday, Sept. 16th):

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B48AFAF29A1F94-invasive

 You will get a total of 3 Community Service Hours for this event!!! Friendly reminder that you need a total of 30 hours per school year!

Please email Ms. Kohler with any questions!

 

Team Up! 5k with The Salvation Army - Sat. October 1 at 8:00 am

See Mr. Connelly’s email from Wed, Sept 7 below:

Hi Everyone,

 This October 1st GWCS students and faculty will be taking part in a 5K fundraiser that will benefit afterschool programs for less fortunate children. Students who participate will earn three hours of community service. (Remember you need at least 30 community service hours to fulfill your requirement!)

 This is a great opportunity to help those less fortunate. Let me know when you've registered and how many people you will be bringing.

All the information you need can be found on the race website.

The race is located at 4915 Ox Road Fairfax, VA 22030 and begins at 8:00 am.

Click the link to register:

https://potomac.enmotive.com/events/register/2022-team-up-5k-with-the-salvation-army

Make sure to email Mr. Connelly to confirm you’ve signed up!

We have a new Microsoft Form for Community Service - submit any hours through the form here.

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The GWCS Horror Movie Club

Tuesday, september 20th from 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm

Scream (1996)

“Don't Answer The Door, Don't Leave The House, Don't Answer The Phone, But Most Of All, Don't SCREAM.”

Come join the GWCS Horror Movie Club Tuesday, September 20th from 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm and watch Scream!

Synopsis from IMDB:

"A year after her mother's death, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) and her friends started experiencing some strange phone calls. They later learned the calls were coming from a crazed serial killer, in a white faced mask and a large black robe, looking for revenge. His phone calls usually consist of many questions, the main one being: What's your favorite scary movie? Along with much scary movie trivia, ending with bloody pieces of innocent lives scattered around the small town of Woodsboro."

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Coyote Café is back!

From Ms. Kohler’s email:

Coyote Café is the school store run by the Personal Finance class that we hold every Thursday at lunch. Customers can come to the Staff Kitchen window and order pizza, snacks, and beverages! Proceeds help fund school projects and student led assemblies. Last year we had a Winter Celebration with a live comedian for entertainment and a Spring Palooza with a petting zoo!  

This is an entirely cash run store, so please send your student with cash to purchase goods (patronage at the store is entirely optional). 

***POLICY CHANGE: Please note we will not be operating with IOUs this year. This year you are not allowed to go into debt, you must pay for everything at the time of purchase. You are allowed to do a credit system where you give me cash directly and we will track your spending from that deposit, but you are no longer allowed to go into the negatives. 

We look forward to seeing you Thursdays at lunch!

See the full menu here.

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Donations for GWCS Snackalicious!

SNACKALICIOUS IS BACK!

Students need healthy "to go" snacks as they move through the day. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up if you are able. Thank you!

On Monday (any week you chose) bring or have your student deliver snacks of your choice.

Suggestions - Cheese and crackers, hummus and pita chips, guacamole (in single serve packages) and tortillas, bananas, cuties, clementines, grapes washed and cut into bunches, raisins, craisins - what's your fruit?

Additional dates will be added monthly.

sign up here

SHOW YOUR COYOTE SPIRIT…

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR TODAY!

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: September 10-17, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

SATURDAY, SEPT. 10, 2022

  • Robotics Kick-Off Party from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm with Mr. Lindner (info)

MONDAY, SEPT. 12, 2021

  • First Day of Gym! (info)

  • First Day of Clubs & Electives! (info)

  • Staff Meeting from 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

TUESDAY, SEPT. 13, 2021

  • Music Club from 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 14, 2021

  • Theatre Elective from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

THURSDAY, SEPT. 15, 2021

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

FRIDAY, SEPT. 16, 2021

  • Another Great Day at GWCS!

SATURDAY, SEPT. 17, 2021

  • Idylwood Park Invasive Species Removal from 8:00 am - 11:00 am with Ms. Kohler (info)

GWCS ONLINE EVENTS CALENDAR - UPDATED DAILY

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First Period at Audrey Moore Begins Monday!

AUDREY MOORE RECENTER

8100 Braddock Rd.

Annandale, VA

GWCS staff and students begin their day at Audrey Moore RECenter which is just one mile east of GWCS on Braddock Road. All students participate in a personal fitness activity or basketball practice Monday – Friday! On Monday, September 12, 2022, we plan to begin 1st period at Audrey Moore RECenter. Students should have their FCPA gym pass by Sunday, September 11th or be prepared to pay entrance fee or purchase a membership on the first day of gym. If you are planning on purchasing your membership in person, please make sure to arrive by 7:30 am on September 12th to have enough time before class starts

See all the info about Personal Fitness, Hiking Club and Basketball here.

If you have not yet purchased your membership click here.

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FIRST TECH CHALLENGE 2022-2023

KICKOFF & GAME REVEAL…

COYOTE ROBOTICS is Back! 

Mr. Lindner will launch the 2022-2023 Coyote Robotics season with the annual Game Reveal Party on Saturday, September 10, 2022 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at GW Community School. Pizza will be provided. Attendees will join the rest of the FIRST Tech Challenge world online for the Game Reveal Animation video at 12:00 noon. This year’s game is POWERPLAY. Check out the Teaser Trailer!

Our program is open to any pre-college student in the 7th-12th grades, no matter where they may go to school.  Bring your friends!  No experience needed.  We will teach you everything!

Adults wishing to learn or mentor are also welcome!  See you on the 10th.  

COME CHECK IT OUT!

WHAT: Coyote Robotics Elective Kickoff
DATE: Saturday, September 10, 2021
TIME: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
LOCATION: GWCS Café.

Questions? Contact:

Mr. Lindner
GWCS Teacher & Robotics Coach
lindnergt@gwcommunityschool.com

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GWCS Clubs and Electives begin Monday, September 12th!

GWCS is proud to offer a unique array of club and elective opportunities afterschool.

Most of these electives and clubs meet once per week during 7th period – but not all, and the best place to confirm times and dates is on the GWCS Calendar. We encourage all students to try at least one (or more). An elective is a class which means attendance is taken and grades and credit are earned. Clubs are more casual, and students do not earn grades or credit. So, come out and kick around a soccer ball, contribute to the GWCS Yearbook, experience history through HIM, build a robot, or maybe venture into acting, photography, sports, or hiking. Explore the variety of electives and clubs GWCS has to offer!

See the elective and clubs descriptions here. Please note that dates are subject to change depending on teacher availability and student interest.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

COMMUNITY IS SO IMPORTANT TO US THAT WE MADE IT OUR MIDDLE NAME.

WE BELIEVE THAT OUR SCHOOL’S STRENGTH IS SHOWN BY ITS CONNECTION WITH THE COMMUNITY AROUND IT.

Invasive Species Removal - Sat. September 17 from 8:00 am - 11:00 am

See Ms. Kohler’s email from Thurs, Sept 8 below:

Hello Coyotes,

It's that time of year again where we fill up our calendar with amazing community service opportunities! I would like to introduce you to an excellent resource that provides different volunteer opportunities for community service hours provided by Fairfax, County. Please join me in volunteering on Saturday, September 17th from 8-11am at Idylwood Park in Falls Church. We will contribute in removing invasive species to protect native plants and migrating birds. Work gloves and tools will be provided. Please wear sunscreen, outdoor gear (long jeans, long sleeve shirt, and hiking shoes/sneakers) and bring a water bottle. Transportation will not be provided by GWCS for this event.

To sign up for this event (and search for other opportunities) GO to this website:

Invasive Management Area Program | Park Authority (fairfaxcounty.gov)

Then click on IMA WORKDAY CALENDAR

Sign up for: Idylwood Park Habitat Restoration - Falls Church

Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022

Time Frame: 8:00am - 11:00am

Address: 7709 Virginia Ln, Pimmit, VA 22043 

Attire: Wear sunscreen, outdoor gear (long jeans, long sleeve shirt, and hiking shoes/sneakers) and bring a water bottle

PLEASE ALSO sign up for this event through GWCS's personal SignUpGenius so we know who to expect (please signup no later than Friday, Sept. 16th):

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B48AFAF29A1F94-invasive

 You will get a total of 3 Community Service Hours for this event!!! Friendly reminder that you need a total of 30 hours per school year!

Please email Ms. Kohler with any questions!

 

Team Up! 5k with The Salvation Army - Sat. October 1 at 8:00 am

See Mr. Connelly’s email from Wed, Sept 7 below:

Hi Everyone,

 This October 1st GWCS students and faculty will be taking part in a 5K fundraiser that will benefit afterschool programs for less fortunate children. Students who participate will earn three hours of community service. (Remember you need at least 30 community service hours to fulfill your requirement!)

 This is a great opportunity to help those less fortunate. Let me know when you've registered and how many people you will be bringing.

All the information you need can be found on the race website.

The race is located at 4915 Ox Road Fairfax, VA 22030 and begins at 8:00 am.

Click the link to register:

https://potomac.enmotive.com/events/register/2022-team-up-5k-with-the-salvation-army

Make sure to email Mr. Connelly to confirm you’ve signed up!

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As a friendly reminder, we have updated our Parent-Student Handbook policy on remote learning.

Excerpt from the “Attendance Policies” page:

ATTENDANCE

Students should make every effort to attend class. If a student is ill or otherwise unable to attend class, the parent or guardian must alert the school with written notice before 9:00 am to alert us to the absence. Parents and guardians may contact the school in the following ways:

· Use the Attendance Reporting Form on the attendance page of the GWCS website.

· Email Ms. Nunez-Oliver, Mr. Mallonee, and the student’s advisor, as well as any other teachers who will be directly affected by their absence

· It has proven difficult for both students and teachers to hold hybrid classes daily. Hybrid classes do a disservice to the in-person students in the classroom: teachers taking class time to try to connect with virtual students, teachers attempting to upload materials so that virtual students can access them, virtual students taking an inordinate amount of the teacher's time and attention trying to access materials. Hybrid classes can be frustrating for the virtual student for the reasons mentioned above. Virtual student engagement proved to be the exception rather than the rule last year.

· Students who need to miss school for illness will have ample time to make up assignments that are necessary to the mastery of the course. Students may meet with teachers or peer tutors during afternoon advisory or request alternative assignments.

The full pdf it can be found on the Parent Portal here.

SHOW YOUR COYOTE SPIRIT…

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR TODAY!

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR

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WYNK: September 5-10, 2022

It was an excellent, amazing, and wonderful first week! What a great way to start off the 2022-2023 school year!

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

  • NO SCHOOL - Labor Day!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

  • Regular class schedule - Advisory thru Dismissal from 9:15 am - 3:15 pm (howl)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

  • Regular class schedule - Advisory thru Dismissal from 9:15 am - 3:15 pm (howl)

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

  • Regular class schedule - Advisory thru Dismissal from 9:15 am - 3:15 pm (howl)

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

  • Regular class schedule - Advisory thru Dismissal from 9:15 am - 3:15 pm (howl)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

  • Robotics Game Reveal & Kickoff Party - at GWCS from 11:30 AM-1:30 PM (info)

A GLIMPSE OF THE FIRST WEEK…

The Annual Robotics Game Reveal & Kickoff Party!

Mr. Lindner will launch the 2022-2023 Coyote Robotics season with the annual Game Reveal Party on Saturday, September 10, 2022 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at GW Community School.  Pizza will be provided.  Attendees will join the rest of the FIRST Tech Challenge world online for the Game Reveal Animation video at 12:00 noon. This year’s game is POWERPLAY.  Check out the Teaser Trailer! 

ALL ARE WELCOME!  No experience required.  Perfect opportunity to see if you might be interested in taking robotics this year!  Bring a friend.  Non-GWCS students are also welcome.

Click here for the event flyer

FOOD SCRAPS NEEDED…

ESPECIALLY KALE!

This is Tortellini, our resident 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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Have a new coyote at home?

get some GWCS spirit wear today!

ORDER GWCS SPIRIT WEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR

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WYNK: GWCS BACK-TO-SCHOOL INFO 2022-2023 (Copy)

Hello Coyotes!

I am so excited to see you all next week! We have had a busy and exciting summer planning for this, our 24th year, which will be our best school year ever. Below you will find a lot of information (all in one convenient place) regarding the start of the 2022-2023 school year. As always, please feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions that arise.

Warmly,

 

Alexa Warden, Director
wardenac@gwcommunityschool.com

QUICK WYNK LINKS:

Note:  Blue Text = Links.  Happy Clicking!

CLASS SCHEDULES

  • Class schedules will be available on students’ CoyoteWeb accounts beginning Monday, August 29th. They have also been sent to individual families via email. If your child was given a choice, please confirm your course selection if you have not yet already done so. CoyoteWeb will be unavailable until then, so look for an email update for when that goes live!

  • The first publishing of schedules often results in a ripple effect of changes. All students will receive a printed copy of their current schedule on the first day of school.

  • Students will have an opportunity to meet with Ms. Warden during the first two weeks of school to discuss any changes needed.

  • The Add/Drop date for first quarter is Friday, September 16th. Changes can be made to students’ schedules during this time without grade penalty. See Advisor for blue Add-Drop form.

  • If you’re not familiar with CoyoteWeb - more information is available under the ‘Technology’ section below.

  • 7th Period Electives and Clubs (Afterschool) will be introduced to students the second week of school and will commence the third week of school. We will be sending out a detailed email with offerings closer to that time.

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FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL SCHEDULE

  • FIRST DAYS:

    • School will begin in Advisory at 9:15 am for the first two weeks of school. Students may arrive at school at 9:00 am.

    • School will end at 3:15 pm for the first two weeks of school.

    • Orientation for ALL students: Tuesday, August 30, 2022

    • Orientation for ALL students: Wednesday, August 31, 2022

    • First Day Full Classes: Thursday, September 1, 2022

    • Beginning September 12, 2022 - PE, Hiking Club, and Basketball may be available at Audrey Moore RECenter for all students. Audrey Moore Rec Center is currently undergoing renovations and they are closed for the first two weeks of school. More info below.

    • Beginning September 12, 2022 - After school electives and clubs may be available for optional 7th period which begins at 3:15 pm.

  • STUDENT ORIENTATION: All students will participate in Student Orientation beginning at 9:15 am on Tuesday, August 30th and Wednesday, August 31st.

    BRING (AT A MINIMUM):

        • Laptop & Power Cord

        • Lunch or Money for Lunch from Kings Park Shopping Center (Note: Only students with a completed Emergency Form will be allowed off campus, with the permission indicated on form)

        • 32 oz Reusable Water Bottle (filled)

        • 2022-2023 Supply List

        • Specific class supply needs will be listed on individual class syllabi (and not required the first week of classes)

  • GYM/PE: GWCS will not be using Audrey Moore RECenter for PE until September 12th, as they are closed for renovations. First two weeks of school - no PE requirement.

  • PICK UP TIME: The school day will end at 3:15 pm the first two weeks of school. Beginning September 12th, 7th Period electives and clubs will begin at 3:15 pm for interested students. Pick up time will vary depending on the activity. Look forward to future WYNKs which will provide details about electives and clubs. As always, the GWCS Calendar is the best source for up-to-date club and elective info.

  • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1: This is the first day of regularly scheduled classes. Monday, September 12th is the first day to include 1st period and 7th period. See Coyote Howl bell schedule linked in the ‘Resources’ section below.

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GWCS FORMS

  1. EMERGENCY FORM: Please complete and return the 2022-2023 Emergency Form to the basket on the front desk by Wednesday, August 31, 2022. It is very important that we have this completed form without delay. Students who completed this form over the summer do not need to complete it again unless there are changes. We recommend downloading and completing this MS Word version of the Emergency Form so that you can save it to your computer and make and submit changes as needed during the school year.

  2. HEALTH FORM: All students are required to have on record a Virginia School Entrance Health Form (or similar immunization record). (You can check student’s CoyoteWeb account to see whether or not we have their immunization on file.)

  3. MAT MEDICATION FORM: If it is necessary for a student to take medication prescribed by a physician during school hours or during a school-sponsored trip, please have your physician complete the MAT Physicians Medication Consent form (one for each prescription) and provide GWCS medications in the original prescription container. Medications will be administered during the school day by Mr. Mallonee.

  4. PARENT-STUDENT HANDBOOK: It is important that parents and students take the time to read each and every page of the 2022-2023 Parent-Student Handbook. The last page is the GWCS Parent-Student Agreement Form. This needs to be printed, signed and returned to the basket on the front desk by Wednesday, August 31st.

  5. HOMEWORK COMMUNICATIONS: GWCS will be using Microsoft Teams Assignments for all homework-related communications.

  6. COMMUNITY SERVICE: All GWCS students are expected to complete a minimum of 30 hours of community service each school year. There are many opportunities to earn community service hours through school-sponsored activities. However, students may also complete their hours at any institution, facility, or program that is approved by Ms. Warden.

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GWCS RESOURCES & INFORMATION

  1. GWCS PARENT PORTAL: On the GWCS website is a password protected Parent Portal which has a plethora of information and is your go-to-place when looking for school forms or information. Almost everything mentioned here can be found on the GWCS Parent Portal. And the password is... gwcscoyotes

  2. GWCS CALENDAR: GWCS has an online Google calendar linked on the website which is updated daily. Click on an event for more details and easily add events or holidays to your own personal calendar, if you’d like. The 2022-2023 School Year Calendar-at-a-Glance includes all of the school holidays and some of the year’s events. We recommend referring to the online Google calendar for the most up-to-date information.

  3. WYNK NEWSLETTER: Most Fridays during the school year, everyone in the current GWCS community receives an email with a link to the WYNK - the GWCS Newsletter. WYNK stands for "What You Need to Know". What you are reading here is the first newsletter of the 2022-2023 school year. Traditionally, the newsletter will provide families with a list of the following week's activities followed by accolades and announcements. The WYNK newsletter is published on the GWCS website (under the Resources tab) and shares the same password as the Parent Portal: gwcscoyotes.

  4. FAMILY ROSTER: The GWCS Family Roster is available on CoyoteWeb. This roster includes all of the students’ and parents’ names as well as addresses, phone numbers and email addresses. Although we like having student cell phones on file, we do not publish them in our Family Roster. Please feel free to use this roster to contact other GWCS families and arrange carpools. Inform GWCS of any changes or updates to your family contact information. (How-To: Parent Access to CoyoteWeb & Roster)

  5. STAFF CONTACT LIST: A list of all the GWCS teachers and staff with their contact information is available on Faculty/Staff section of our website as well. We encourage you to email your child’s Advisor and teachers with any questions, concerns or, the always welcomed words of appreciation!

  6. COYOTE HOWL: The Coyote Howl is our version of the school “bell schedule”. Please refer to this when scheduling appointments so that there is the least amount of class disruption as possible.

    • Coyote Howl includes 1st & 7th periods which are currently scheduled to begin on September 20th.

  7. COYOTE PAC (Parents Acting Collaboratively): GWCS depends on parent volunteers throughout the year. You will learn more about the volunteer opportunities at Back-to-School Night on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.

  8. SCHOOL SPIRIT APPAREL by Rokkitwear! Order GWCS gear such as t-shirts, polos, button-downs, sweatshirts, jackets, hats, shorts, pants, warm-ups, backpacks, scarves, blankets... you name it - they've got it in every style and size imaginable. Find the style that suits you and get your coyote on!

  9. SCHOOL SUPPLIES: In addition to this supply list, students will receive a course syllabus from each of their teachers the first week of school. Included in each syllabus will be a list of supplies needed for their class.

    • BINDER: For the first week of school students should have a binder or pocket folder with notebook paper and writing utensils.

    • LAPTOP: Most of students’ classwork and assignments will be delivered and returned electronically through Microsoft Teams. Therefore, the most important school supply to bring to school every day is a laptop (fully charged) and a power cord. It’s important to have a system in place so that the occasional assignments, documents, flyers and permission forms that do get printed don’t end up in a crinkled ball at the bottom of the backpack.

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GWCS TECHNOLOGY

  1. STUDENT LAPTOPS: All GWCS students are required to provide their own laptop or tablet and they are expected to bring their laptop and charger to school every day. Most laptops are compatible with Microsoft Office 365 but some tablets are not. Please confirm that your student laptop/tablet meets the requirements.

  2. LAPTOP PREP & CHECKLIST: GWCS students and parents/guardians should work together to get their student laptop up and running for the school year. Please make sure that you have turned your computer on since last year, and that permissions are granted for students to be able to download apps on both their phones and laptops during Orientation. Orientation will include a Technology training sessions so that all students are familiar and prepared for this year.

  3. COYOTEWEB 2.0: CoyoteWeb is the GWCS academic portal which provides students and parents access to students’ schedules, weekly status reports, attendance, and more. Student login is their GWCS email address. Returning students' passwords were not changed from last year. New students should have received their password along with the Microsoft login info over the summer. Email Ms. N-O if student cannot remember their CoyoteWeb password. (Click Here for parent access instructions.)

  4. MICROSOFT OFFICE 365: GWCS provides students with a Microsoft Office 365 for Business account which includes Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Publisher, OneDrive Cloud Storage, Teams, Outlook Email, and much more. Families are welcome to take advantage of the five free downloads to any of your compatible devices. It is highly recommended that students download all Microsoft 365 software apps to their computer and smartphone and bookmark the login pages. Student Technology Info

  5. SOCIAL NETWORKS:

GWCS - WHO TO CONTACT

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SUMMARY OF FORMS DUE

TURN IN or complete online THE FOLLOWING FORMS by wednesday, august 31, 2022:

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GW COMMUNITY SCHOOL
9001 Braddock Road, Suite 111
Springfield, VA  22151
703.978.7208

WYNK: GWCS BACK-TO-SCHOOL INFO 2022-2023

Hello Coyotes!

I am so excited to see you all next week! We have had a busy and exciting summer planning for this, our 24th year, which will be our best school year ever. Below you will find a lot of information (all in one convenient place) regarding the start of the 2022-2023 school year. As always, please feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions that arise.

Warmly,

 

Alexa Warden, Director
wardenac@gwcommunityschool.com

QUICK WYNK LINKS:

Note:  Blue Text = Links.  Happy Clicking!

CLASS SCHEDULES

  • Class schedules will be available on students’ CoyoteWeb accounts beginning Monday, August 29th. They have also been sent to individual families via email. If your child was given a choice, please confirm your course selection if you have not yet already done so. CoyoteWeb will be unavailable until then, so look for an email update for when that goes live!

  • The first publishing of schedules often results in a ripple effect of changes. All students will receive a printed copy of their current schedule on the first day of school.

  • Students will have an opportunity to meet with Ms. Warden during the first two weeks of school to discuss any changes needed.

  • The Add/Drop date for first quarter is Friday, September 16th. Changes can be made to students’ schedules during this time without grade penalty. See Advisor for blue Add-Drop form.

  • If you’re not familiar with CoyoteWeb - more information is available under the ‘Technology’ section below.

  • 7th Period Electives and Clubs (Afterschool) will be introduced to students the second week of school and will commence the third week of school. We will be sending out a detailed email with offerings closer to that time.

    Back to Top

FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL SCHEDULE

  • FIRST DAYS:

    • School will begin in Advisory at 9:15 am for the first two weeks of school. Students may arrive at school at 9:00 am.

    • School will end at 3:15 pm for the first two weeks of school.

    • Orientation for ALL students: Tuesday, August 30, 2022

    • Orientation for ALL students: Wednesday, August 31, 2022

    • First Day Full Classes: Thursday, September 1, 2022

    • Beginning September 12, 2022 - PE, Hiking Club, and Basketball may be available at Audrey Moore RECenter for all students. Audrey Moore Rec Center is currently undergoing renovations and they are closed for the first two weeks of school. More info below.

    • Beginning September 12, 2022 - After school electives and clubs may be available for optional 7th period which begins at 3:15 pm.

  • STUDENT ORIENTATION: All students will participate in Student Orientation beginning at 9:15 am on Tuesday, August 30th and Wednesday, August 31st.

    BRING (AT A MINIMUM):

        • Laptop & Power Cord

        • Lunch or Money for Lunch from Kings Park Shopping Center (Note: Only students with a completed Emergency Form will be allowed off campus, with the permission indicated on form)

        • 32 oz Reusable Water Bottle (filled)

        • 2022-2023 Supply List

        • Specific class supply needs will be listed on individual class syllabi (and not required the first week of classes)

  • GYM/PE: GWCS will not be using Audrey Moore RECenter for PE until September 12th, as they are closed for renovations. First two weeks of school - no PE requirement.

  • PICK UP TIME: The school day will end at 3:15 pm the first two weeks of school. Beginning September 12th, 7th Period electives and clubs will begin at 3:15 pm for interested students. Pick up time will vary depending on the activity. Look forward to future WYNKs which will provide details about electives and clubs. As always, the GWCS Calendar is the best source for up-to-date club and elective info.

  • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1: This is the first day of regularly scheduled classes. Monday, September 12th is the first day to include 1st period and 7th period. See Coyote Howl bell schedule linked in the ‘Resources’ section below.

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GWCS FORMS

  1. EMERGENCY FORM: Please complete and return the 2022-2023 Emergency Form to the basket on the front desk by Wednesday, August 31, 2022. It is very important that we have this completed form without delay. Students who completed this form over the summer do not need to complete it again unless there are changes. We recommend downloading and completing this MS Word version of the Emergency Form so that you can save it to your computer and make and submit changes as needed during the school year.

  2. HEALTH FORM: All students are required to have on record a Virginia School Entrance Health Form (or similar immunization record). (You can check student’s CoyoteWeb account to see whether or not we have their immunization on file.)

  3. MAT MEDICATION FORM: If it is necessary for a student to take medication prescribed by a physician during school hours or during a school-sponsored trip, please have your physician complete the MAT Physicians Medication Consent form (one for each prescription) and provide GWCS medications in the original prescription container. Medications will be administered during the school day by Mr. Mallonee.

  4. PARENT-STUDENT HANDBOOK: It is important that parents and students take the time to read each and every page of the 2022-2023 Parent-Student Handbook. The last page is the GWCS Parent-Student Agreement Form. This needs to be printed, signed and returned to the basket on the front desk by Wednesday, August 31st.

  5. HOMEWORK COMMUNICATIONS: GWCS will be using Microsoft Teams Assignments for all homework-related communications.

  6. COMMUNITY SERVICE: All GWCS students are expected to complete a minimum of 30 hours of community service each school year. There are many opportunities to earn community service hours through school-sponsored activities. However, students may also complete their hours at any institution, facility, or program that is approved by Ms. Warden.

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GWCS RESOURCES & INFORMATION

  1. GWCS PARENT PORTAL: On the GWCS website is a password protected Parent Portal which has a plethora of information and is your go-to-place when looking for school forms or information. Almost everything mentioned here can be found on the GWCS Parent Portal. And the password is... gwcscoyotes

  2. GWCS CALENDAR: GWCS has an online Google calendar linked on the website which is updated daily. Click on an event for more details and easily add events or holidays to your own personal calendar, if you’d like. The 2022-2023 School Year Calendar-at-a-Glance includes all of the school holidays and some of the year’s events. We recommend referring to the online Google calendar for the most up-to-date information.

  3. WYNK NEWSLETTER: Most Fridays during the school year, everyone in the current GWCS community receives an email with a link to the WYNK - the GWCS Newsletter. WYNK stands for "What You Need to Know". What you are reading here is the first newsletter of the 2022-2023 school year. Traditionally, the newsletter will provide families with a list of the following week's activities followed by accolades and announcements. The WYNK newsletter is published on the GWCS website (under the Resources tab) and shares the same password as the Parent Portal: gwcscoyotes.

  4. FAMILY ROSTER: The GWCS Family Roster is available on CoyoteWeb. This roster includes all of the students’ and parents’ names as well as addresses, phone numbers and email addresses. Although we like having student cell phones on file, we do not publish them in our Family Roster. Please feel free to use this roster to contact other GWCS families and arrange carpools. Inform GWCS of any changes or updates to your family contact information. (How-To: Parent Access to CoyoteWeb & Roster)

  5. STAFF CONTACT LIST: A list of all the GWCS teachers and staff with their contact information is available on Faculty/Staff section of our website as well. We encourage you to email your child’s Advisor and teachers with any questions, concerns or, the always welcomed words of appreciation!

  6. COYOTE HOWL: The Coyote Howl is our version of the school “bell schedule”. Please refer to this when scheduling appointments so that there is the least amount of class disruption as possible.

    • Coyote Howl includes 1st & 7th periods which are currently scheduled to begin on September 20th.

  7. COYOTE PAC (Parents Acting Collaboratively): GWCS depends on parent volunteers throughout the year. You will learn more about the volunteer opportunities at Back-to-School Night on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.

  8. SCHOOL SPIRIT APPAREL by Rokkitwear! Order GWCS gear such as t-shirts, polos, button-downs, sweatshirts, jackets, hats, shorts, pants, warm-ups, backpacks, scarves, blankets... you name it - they've got it in every style and size imaginable. Find the style that suits you and get your coyote on!

  9. SCHOOL SUPPLIES: In addition to this supply list, students will receive a course syllabus from each of their teachers the first week of school. Included in each syllabus will be a list of supplies needed for their class.

    • BINDER: For the first week of school students should have a binder or pocket folder with notebook paper and writing utensils.

    • LAPTOP: Most of students’ classwork and assignments will be delivered and returned electronically through Microsoft Teams. Therefore, the most important school supply to bring to school every day is a laptop (fully charged) and a power cord. It’s important to have a system in place so that the occasional assignments, documents, flyers and permission forms that do get printed don’t end up in a crinkled ball at the bottom of the backpack.

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GWCS TECHNOLOGY

  1. STUDENT LAPTOPS: All GWCS students are required to provide their own laptop or tablet and they are expected to bring their laptop and charger to school every day. Most laptops are compatible with Microsoft Office 365 but some tablets are not. Please confirm that your student laptop/tablet meets the requirements.

  2. LAPTOP PREP & CHECKLIST: GWCS students and parents/guardians should work together to get their student laptop up and running for the school year. Please make sure that you have turned your computer on since last year, and that permissions are granted for students to be able to download apps on both their phones and laptops during Orientation. Orientation will include a Technology training sessions so that all students are familiar and prepared for this year.

  3. COYOTEWEB 2.0: CoyoteWeb is the GWCS academic portal which provides students and parents access to students’ schedules, weekly status reports, attendance, and more. Student login is their GWCS email address. Returning students' passwords were not changed from last year. New students should have received their password along with the Microsoft login info over the summer. Email Ms. N-O if student cannot remember their CoyoteWeb password. (Click Here for parent access instructions.)

  4. MICROSOFT OFFICE 365: GWCS provides students with a Microsoft Office 365 for Business account which includes Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Publisher, OneDrive Cloud Storage, Teams, Outlook Email, and much more. Families are welcome to take advantage of the five free downloads to any of your compatible devices. It is highly recommended that students download all Microsoft 365 software apps to their computer and smartphone and bookmark the login pages. Student Technology Info

  5. SOCIAL NETWORKS:

GWCS - WHO TO CONTACT

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SUMMARY OF FORMS DUE

TURN IN or complete online THE FOLLOWING FORMS by wednesday, august 31, 2022:

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GW COMMUNITY SCHOOL
9001 Braddock Road, Suite 111
Springfield, VA  22151
703.978.7208

WYNK: June 4-14, 2022

THIS IS THE LAST WYNK OF THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR! HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE SUMMER. WATCH FOR EMAILS ABOUT UPCOMING GWCS SUMMER EVENTS.

wynk survey: READ THIS WYNK WITH A CRITICAL EYE. TAKE NOTE OF WHAT YOU LIKE/DON’T LIKE AND THEN PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO COMPLETE THIS SURVEY:

https://forms.office.com/r/y3n7sA4rBx

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

MONDAY, June 6, 2022

  • No Gym!

  • DUE: Senior Grad Speeches (info)

  • Final Exam Review Day - Normal class schedule (info)

TUESDAY, june 7, 2022

  • No Gym!

  • 2nd Period Final Exams from 9:00 am - 11:30 am (info)

  • Finals Study Session from 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm (info)

  • Early Dismissal at 3:00 pm - no after school electives or clubs

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2022

  • No Gym!

  • 3rd Period Final Exams from 9:00 am - 11:30 am (info)

  • 4th Period Final Exams from 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm (info)

  • Early Dismissal at 3:00 pm - no after school electives or clubs

THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2022

  • No Gym!

  • 5th Period Final Exams from 9:00 am - 11:30 am (info)

  • No Coyote Café at lunch until next year!

  • Graduation Rehearsal for all seniors and underclassmen quilt/quote givers from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (info)

  • Early Dismissal at 3:00 pm - no after school electives or clubs

FRIDAY, june 10, 2022

  • No Gym!

  • Last Day to order Yearbook at discounted rate! (info)

  • 6th Period Final Exams from 9:00 am - 11:30 am (info)

  • End-of-the-Year BBQ for EVERYONE from 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm (info)

SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2022

  • GWCS CLASS OF 2022 GRADUATION from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (info)

TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2022

  • GWCS Ethereal Prom from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm (info)

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UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES…

PAST DUE!

due MONDAY 6/6

GRADUATION SPEECH DUE (GUIDELINES)

All senior speech drafts should have been submitted to Ms. Warden by Monday 6/6 and the final printed copy should be turned in to Ms. Warden no later than Tuesday 6/7. Be sure to follow instructions on font size and spacing.

due THURSDAY 6/9

GRADUATION REHEARSAL
RUN-OF-SHOW @ 1:00 PM

MANDATORY! All seniors and their quilt givers will meet Ms. Warden, Mr. Goldie, and Mr. Lindner in the parking lot after lunch (at 1:00 pm) for graduation run-of-show to get instructions on where to walk, sit, stand, and speak during the graduation ceremony. Seniors will probably be done at @ 2:00 pm and are free to go home early. Quilt givers will stay to go over more specific instructions for their responsibilities and will be done by 3:00 pm.

happening SATURDAY 6/11

GRADUATION DAY!

  • Dress Code:

    • Boys: Dress pants and shoes, button down shirt, tie optional.

    • Girls:  Dress pants, skirt, or dress and dress shoes (no flip flops) 

  • 9:30 am: Quilt Givers arrive at GWCS to help with setup.

  • 9:45 am: Seniors arrive at GWCS. Get dressed in your cap & gown.

  • 10:15 am: Senior Graduation Photos with Michelle Bosch of Bosch Studios

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Graduation Ceremony

  • 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Food Truck Reception & Family Photos

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LET’S CELEBRATE OUR SENIORS…

You Are Invited:

We are excited to host Graduation outside at GWCS this year. GWCS underclassmen families, alumni, and community members who would like to attend, please RSVP HERE by Wednesday, June 8th, so that we are sure to have enough seats. If you are volunteering or participating in graduation you do not need to RSVP. Senior families should have already RSVP’d using THIS FORM.

Reception:

We have arranged for two (maybe three) food vendors, Dogs on the Curb, and Jake’s Ice Cream for the reception following our graduation ceremony. All are welcome to stay and help us celebrate our seniors.

GWCS GRADUATION
SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2022

CEREMONY
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

FOOD TRUCK RECEPTION & PHOTOS
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

We Love Our Seniors!

SENIOR MEMORY BOARDS…

On Display now through graduation in the GWCS main hallway. Each year, GWCS senior families spend countless hours and shed countless tears as they look back over the years and document the journey to graduation through photos. Come check them out - the photos below just don’t give you the goose-bumpy-feels that are evoked looking at them in person.

Seniors: Remember to take your Memory Board home on Saturday after graduation!

FINAL EXAMS SCHEDULE & GUIDELINES…

JUNE 6-10, 2022

SCHEDULE

MONDAY 6/6

  • Final Exam Review Day
    No Gym! Report to school at 9:15 for normal class schedule

TUESDAY 6/7

  • 2nd Period Exams
    9:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Lunch from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

  • Afternoon Study Session
    12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

WEDNESDAY 6/8

  • 3rd Period Exams
    9:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Lunch from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

  • 4th Period Exams
    12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

THURSDAY 6/9

  • 5th Period Exams
    9:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Early Dismissal between 11:30 am - 12:30 pm for anyone not participating in Graduation Rehearsal. Those who stay will have a study hall from 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

  • Lunch from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

  • Graduation Rehearsal for all seniors and quilt givers -begins at 1:00 pm

FRIDAY 6/10

  • 6th Period Exams
    9:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Advisory & BBQ Setup
    11:30 am - 12:00 pm

  • End-of-the-Year BBQ
    12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

READ CAREFULLY

ALTERED SCHOOL DAY

No PE Monday 6/6 - Friday 6/10. Report to school at 9:00 am. School day is from 9am-3pm.

BRING A BOOK TO FINALS!

Students will stay in their classroom for the duration of the exam tome. Bring a book, magazines, puzzle, journal… something quiet. Computers and phones will not be allowed.

SCHOOL OPTIONAL W/ PARENT PERMISSION

Students do not have to come to school or stay at school during days/times they do not have a final exam, project, presentation or class Q&A session will have silent study hall in a classroom. Parents should REPORT HERE, at least 24 hours in advance, if student will not be at school.

GRADUATION REHEaRSAL

June 9: Thursday afternoon: Graduation rehearsal at 1:00 pm for seniors and underclassmen Quilt Givers. All participating must attend! Be at school NLT 12:30 pm.

END-OF-YEAR BBQ

June 10: Friday afternoon we will have our End-of-the-Year BBQ and annual staff vs. students’ basketball game from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Parents and siblings are invited (weather permitting)!

RECOMMENDATION:
OPEN & READ
THE FULL FINALS SCHEDULE
BY CLICKING THE BUTTON BELOW

 

Not all classes will have a final exam. Students have been informed about which of their classes have exams and which do not.

 
CLICK HERE FOR FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE

END-OF-THE-YEAR BBQ…

Friday, June 10, 2022
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

The GWCS End-of-the-Year BBQ is a longstanding tradition.  We gather, feast and play on the last day of school!

  • DATE: Friday , June 10, 2022

  • WHAT: End-of-the-Year BBQ and the annual staff vs. students’ basketball or wiffle ball game

  • TIME: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

  • WHO: Our GWCS Community - parents and siblings are welcome!

  • FOOD: Volunteer to contribute to the BBQ (see button below)

  • BRING: Lawn chair or blanket to sit on

  • RAIN: In the event of rain, we will still BBQ in front of school and then picnic and play games inside but we will have to limit participation to students and staff only.

click here to contribute to the bbq

ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY!

The 2021-2022 GWCS Yearbook ~ THE CHRONICLE ~ is now available for pre-order! Because we include graduation in our yearbook, it is not released until summer at our annual Yearbook Signing Party & BBQ. Mark your calendars for this event: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 from 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm.

This year’s Chronicle will be your life-long documentation of what it was like to be a high school student during the COVID-19 pandemic. More importantly, it will chronicle how you and your school made the most out of a challenging situation and found creative ways to learn, stay connected, have fun, and look stylish in a face mask.

PRICE INCREASES ON SATURDAY!

  • $50/EA – ORDER BY JUNE 10, 2022

  • $65/EA – ORDER AFTER JUNE 10, 2022

CLICK HERE TO ORDER AND PAY FOR YOUR YEARBOOK ONLINE

-OR-

Learn moreCLICK HERE FOR PRINTABLE YEARBOOK ORDER FORM

ETHEREAL…

NEW DATE!
TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2022
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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, come alone, but definitely come!. Dance with a date, dance with a group, dance alone, 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: Tuesday, June 14, 2022 (NEW)

  • 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

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER TO BE A SET-ER-UPPER OR A CLEAN-ER-UPPER!

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!

CLICK HERE TO LEND US YOUR FUN AND FUNKY ETHEREAL LIGHTS

PROM 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.

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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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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WYNK: May 28 - June 5, 2022

WE’RE BACK…
IN-PERSON LEARNInG

The current plan is to return to in-person classes on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Masks required for all. Anyone experiencing symptoms should remain home and Teams into classes, if feeling well enough. Please communicate if you will be Teaming in through the online attendance form. Thank you to all of our families for transitioning to remote learning so quickly last week. Any changes to this plan will be communicated via email.

GWCS COVID-19 Updates
GWCS Student Technology

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

MONDAY, MAY 30, 2022

  • Memorial Day - No School

TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2022

  • Senior Memory Boards Due - put in Ms. N-O’s office by 9:15 am (info)

  • Movie Fundraiser with Ms. Kohler in the café from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm (info)

  • History in Movies students will receive credit for attending the Movie Fundraiser (info)

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2022

  • DUE: 2021-2022 Tuition Payment for ‘Plan A’ - Early Full Payment (info)

THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 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, june 3, 2022

  • No Gym!

  • Coyote Sweatpants order deadline extended from 5/27 (info)

  • OBX #7.2 - Canoeing Boogaloo (Rescheduled) from 9:00 am - 3:15 pm - No Gym! (info)

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OBX #8 - CANOEING…

Rescheduled from Last Week!

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

GWCS OBX 2019 - Kayaking Trip

  • Destination: Front Royal, VA

  • About: We will be spending the day outdoors on the gorgeous and mighty Shenandoah River!  We’ll be paddling with Front Royal Outdoors who will drop us off at Shenandoah State Park and we’ll paddle downriver for four miles and stop and eat lunch on the water.   

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

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Wear/Bring: Outdoor gear that can get wet. Water shoes (must have a heel strap) or old tennis shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, hat, change of clothes, water bottles, and a towel. All the sun-shiny, outdoorsy, day on a river kind of gear!

  • Waiver: Found here. Please print, sign, and turn in to Ms. N-O.

  • Lunch: Bring a bag lunch and drink.

  • Transportation: School Van & Parent Cars.

    • Volunteer Parent Drivers/Chaperones are still needed for canoeing on 6/3. Please CLICK HERE. Parents have the option to canoe with us or to enjoy some time by the river with a good book.

OBX DETAILED INFO - ALL EIGHT WEEKS

  • 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!

GWCS RECENT NEWS BLOG POSTS…

GW-Palooza 2022

Read all about the second annual GW-Palooza which this year included a petting zoo, field games, coloring, face painting, and food trucks.

CLICK HERE TO READ POST

Illusions - Spring Theatre

Read about GWCS Spring Theatre season’s three one-act plays and view dozens of photos.

CLICK HERE TO READ POST

ETHEREAL…

NEW DATE!
TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2022
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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, come alone, but definitely come!. Dance with a date, dance with a group, dance alone, 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: Tuesday, June 14, 2022 (NEW)

  • 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

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER TO BE A SET-ER-UPPER OR A CLEAN-ER-UPPER!

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!

CLICK HERE TO LEND US YOUR FUN AND FUNKY ETHEREAL LIGHTS

GWCS GRADUATION DATES, FORMS & INFO

COYOTE CLASS OF 2022

STAR WARS MOVIE FUNDRAISER…

Tuesday May 31, 2022
3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

RESCHEDULED due to 5/4 power outage at school

  • EVENT: Movie Fundraiser

  • MOVIE: Star Wars Revenge of the Sith

  • NEW DATE: Tuesday, May 31, 2022

  • TIME: 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

  • COST: $20 (Click the ‘pay by credit card’ button below or bring $20 cash to Ms. Kohler.)

  • INCLUDED: Good Times, Pizza, Soda, and Snacks!

  • DRESS: Students are encouraged to dress up and bring props!

HIM CREDIT:

If your are a student in Mr. Goldie’s History in Movies elective, you will receive HIM credit for attending this Movie Fundraiser!

SIGN UP:

 
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE STAR WARS MOVIE MARATHON
 
 
CLICK HERE TO PAY BY CREDIT CARD (optional - cash accepted)
 

PROCEEDS GO TO THE ANNUAL GW-PALOOZA (5/18) WHICH HAS already happend, but support of this fundraiser will still help pay for palooza.

Thank you for your involvement and support!

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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FINAL EXAMS SCHEDULE & GUIDELINES…

JUNE 6-10, 2022

SCHEDULE

MONDAY 6/6

  • Final Exam Review Day
    Normal class schedule

TUESDAY 6/7

  • 2nd Period Exams
    9:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Lunch from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

  • Afternoon Study Session
    12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

WEDNESDAY 6/8

  • 3rd Period Exams
    9:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Lunch from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

  • 4th Period Exams
    12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

THURSDAY 6/9

  • 5th Period Exams
    9:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Lunch from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

  • Graduation Rehearsal for all seniors and quilt givers -begins at 1:00 pm

FRIDAY 6/10

  • 6th Period Exams
    9:00 am - 11:30 am

  • Advisory & BBQ Setup
    11:30 am - 12:00 pm

  • End-of-the-Year BBQ
    12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

READ CAREFULLY

ALTERED SCHOOL DAY

No PE Tuesday 6/7 - Friday 6/10. Report to school at 9:00 am. School day is from 9am-3pm.

BRING A BOOK TO FINALS!

Students will stay in their classroom for the duration of the exam tome. Bring a book, magazines, puzzle, journal… something quiet. Computers and phones will not be allowed.

SCHOOL OPTIONAL W/ PARENT PERMISSION

Students do not have to come to school or stay at school during days/times they do not have a final exam, project, presentation or class Q&A session will have silent study hall in a classroom. Parents should REPORT HERE, at least 24 hours in advance, if student will not be at school.

GRADUATION REHERSAL

June 9: Thursday afternoon: Graduation rehearsal at 1:00 pm for seniors and underclassmen Quilt Givers. All participating must attend! Be at school NLT 12:30 pm.

END-OF-YEAR BBQ

June 10: Friday afternoon we will have our End-of-the-Year BBQ and annual staff vs. students’ basketball game from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Parents and siblings are invited (weather permitting)!

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PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED…

SENIOR FESTIVITIES & GRADUATION

At GW Community School, graduation is a community-wide event. This year, we are continuing our newly minted tradition of hosting graduation here, in our parking lot. 

Graduation volunteers are usually underclassmen parents, but occasionally senior parents want to help as well.  We've created a list of volunteer opportunities, but our most pressing needs are for a parent to steam/iron our graduation gowns, help hang memory boards, or decorate our hallways as a tribute to our seniors. 

Please review all of the volunteer opportunities below and sign up to help:

CLICK HERE TO VIEW & SIGN UP FOR PARENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Thank you all and I look forward to working with you to make this graduation wonderful!

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com

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COYOTE SWEATPANTS…

ORDER TODAY!

Okay, these must-have, super comfy, full of pride, GWCS Coyote Sweats may not look like much in these photos — but don’t be fooled! Use your imagination. Just imagine how comfy you’ll be!

  • DESCRIPTION: Choice of grey or navy sweatpants with blue COYOTES lettering down the front and blue ‘GWCS’ lettering across the back. Elastic waistband with drawstring, and elastic ankles. 100% cotton. Update: Navy and Grey both have pockets!

  • SIZES: Adult small, medium, large, XL, and XXL

  • COLORS: Grey or Navy

  • COST: $35/each

  • ORDER: Send in a cash or check payable to GWCS and attach the order form linked in the button below -OR- click the other button to order and pay by credit card online.

  • DEADLINE: Orders must be received by end of school day Friday, June 3, 2022 (extended)

PAYING BY CASH OR CHECK? CLICK HERE!
PAYING BY CREDIT CARD? CLICK HERE!

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.

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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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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WYNK: May 21-29, 2022

COVID ANNOUNCEMENT:

As a few members of our community have tested positive for COVID, we would like to request that if you experience any symptoms contact us and stay home until you are symptom free or receive a negative COVID test. All absences related to COVID like symptoms will be excused and online participation to regular classes will be available. If you have any questions feel free to contact me. (Email sent 5.20.2022)

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

MONDAY, MAY 23, 2022

  • Senior Skip Day (info)

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

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

TUESDAY, MAY 24, 2022

  • Senior Skip Day (info)

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2022

  • Senior Skip Day (info)

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2022

  • Senior Skip Day (info)

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

  • 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 27, 2022

  • NOT a Senior Skip Day (info)

  • No Gym!

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

  • OBX #7 - Canoeing from 9:00 am - 3:15 pm - No Gym! (info)

  • GWCS Prom - Let’s Get Ethereal! 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm (info)

LOOKING AHEAD…

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GWCS COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS, UPDATES, AND RESOURCES

SENIOR SKIP DAYS…

May 23 - 26, 2022

Although we cannot have an actual senior beach trip this year, all seniors have the option to not attend school from Monday, May 23 - Thursday, May 26th with no grade penalty. (We won't be surprised if you opt to be at school :)

  • Attendance: Please report any days seniors will not be at school next week - CLICK HERE

  • Friday: Seniors are expected to attend either their Co-Op or the OBX Canoe Trip on Friday, May 27th - Friday is not a skip day.

OBX #7 - CANOE TRIP…

Friday, MAY 27 ,2022
9:00 am - 3:15 pm
No Gym!

The OBX Canoe Trip is a long-floating GWCS tradition. Take a look at how our coyote paddlers have grown!

  • Destination: Front Royal, VA

  • About: We will be spending the day outdoors on the gorgeous and mighty Shenandoah River!  We’ll be paddling with Front Royal Outdoors who will drop us off at Shenandoah State Park and we’ll paddle downriver for four miles and stop and eat lunch on the water.   

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

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Wear/Bring: Outdoor gear that can get wet. Water shoes (must have a heel strap) or old tennis shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, hat, change of clothes, water bottles, and a towel. All the sun-shiny, outdoorsy, day on a river kind of gear!

  • Lunch: Bring a bag lunch and drink.

  • Transportation: School Van & Parent Cars.

    • Volunteer Parent Drivers/Chaperones are still needed for canoeing on 5/27. Please CLICK HERE. Parents have the option to canoe with us or to enjoy some time by the river with a good book.

OBX DETAILED INFO - ALL EIGHT WEEKS

  • 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!

ETHEREAL…

Friday, May 27, 2022
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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, come alone, but definitely come!. Dance with a date, dance with a group, dance alone, 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

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER TO BE A SET-ER-UPPER OR A CLEAN-ER-UPPER!

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!

CLICK HERE TO LEND US YOUR FUN AND FUNKY ETHEREAL LIGHTS

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:

CLICK HERE TO RECORD YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS

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 DATES, FORMS & INFO

COYOTE CLASS OF 2022

STAR WARS MOVIE FUNDRAISER…

Tuesday May 31, 2022
3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

RESCHEDULED due to 5/4 power outage at school

  • EVENT: Movie Fundraiser

  • MOVIE: Star Wars Revenge of the Sith

  • NEW DATE: Tuesday, May 31, 2022

  • TIME: 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

  • COST: $20 (Click the ‘pay by credit card’ button below or bring $20 cash to Ms. Kohler.)

  • INCLUDED: Good Times, Pizza, Soda, and Snacks!

  • DRESS: Students are encouraged to dress up and bring props!

SIGN UP:

Note: If you had signed up for the original May 4th Movie Fundraiser - you are automatically signed up for May 31st.

 
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE STAR WARS MOVIE MARATHON
 
 
CLICK HERE TO PAY BY CREDIT CARD (optional - cash accepted)
 

PROCEEDS GO TO THE ANNUAL GW-PALOOZA (5/18) WHICH will have already happend, but support of this fundraiser will still help pay for palooza.

Thank you for your involvement and support!

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED…

SENIOR FESTIVITIES & GRADUATION

At GW Community School, graduation is a community-wide event. This year, we are continuing our newly minted tradition of hosting graduation here, in our parking lot. 

Graduation volunteers are usually underclassmen parents, but occasionally senior parents want to help as well.  We've created a list of volunteer opportunities, but our most pressing needs are for a parent to steam/iron our graduation gowns, help hang memory boards, or decorate our hallways as a tribute to our seniors. 

Please review all of the volunteer opportunities below and sign up to help:

CLICK HERE TO VIEW & SIGN UP FOR PARENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

A huge thank you to the parents who were able to attend our preliminary graduation meeting on May 5th. As you will see on the sign up, we have gone ahead and signed you up for the roles that we discussed during that time, but please review any other opportunities that you may be able to assist with.

Thank you all and I look forward to working with you to make this graduation wonderful!

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com

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PALOOZA PETTING ZOO PHOTO PREVIEW…

YEP - THIS HAPPENED!

MORE TO COME NEXT WEEK!

Click image to enlarge.

COYOTE SWEATPANTS…

ORDER TODAY!

Okay, these must-have, super comfy, full of pride, GWCS Coyote Sweats may not look like much in this photo — but don’t be fooled! Updated photos coming soon ! For now, use your imagination.

  • DESCRIPTION: Grey sweatpants with blue COYOTES lettering down the front and blue coyote LOGO across the back. Elastic waistband and ankles.

  • SIZES: Adult small, medium, large, XL, and XXL

  • COST: $35/each

  • ORDER: Send in a cash or check payable to GWCS and attach the order form linked in the button below -OR- click the other button to pay by credit card online.

  • DEADLINE: Orders must be received by end of school day Friday, May 27, 2022

PAYING BY CASH OR CHECK? CLICK HERE!
PAYING BY CREDIT CARD? CLICK HERE!

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.

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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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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WYNK: May 14-22, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

MONDAY, MAY 16, 2022

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

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

  • Spring Dress Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

  • TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2022

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

  • Seniors - Cap & Gown Fitting during Office Hours beginning at 2:40 pm (info)

  • Spring Theatre Dress Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 2022

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

  • GW-PALOOZA! All school event from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (info)

  • GWCS Theatre Performance Night from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm (tickets & info)

THURSDAY, MAY 19, 2022

  • Senior Graduation Activity Fee & RSVP Due (info)

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

  • 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

  • GWCS Theatre Performance Night from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm (tickets & info)

FRIDAY, MAY 20, 2022

  • Clothing Drive Drop Off! (info)

  • No Gym!

  • OBX #6 - First Aid/CPR/AED Training from 9:00 am - 3:15 pm - No Gym! (info)

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GWCS COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS, UPDATES, AND RESOURCES

“ILLUSION IS THE FIRST OF ALL PLEASURES.”

~Voltaire

We are looking forward to two evenings of One Act Plays performed by the GWCS Theatre Troupe. If you haven’t already reserved your seats - it’s not too late! Thanks in advance for supporting our theatre students as they have put in countless hours of memorizing lines and rehearsing and are well deserving of a full audience.

PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES:

Wednesday, May 18, 2022
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Thursday, May 19, 2022
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

ONE ACT PLAYS:

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

LAST CHANCE - GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

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LAST CHANCE - GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! 〰️

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

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

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT(S) for wed 5/18/22
CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT(S) FOR THU 5/19/22
 
 

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.

CLICK HERE TO PAY FOR YOUR TICKET(S) ONLINE

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!

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com

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OBX #6 - FIRST AID/CPR/AED TRAINING & STREAM CLEANUP…

Friday, MAY 20 ,2022
9:00 am - 3:15 pm
No Gym!

  • Destination: GWCS

  • About: First Aid/CPR/AED Training oh my!  All with the great Brian Levy of Respond and Rescue.  He’ll be certifying our coyotes in life-saving skills and then in the afternoon we’ll be having a school-sponsored community service event.  We’ll be cleaning up the streams in Wakefield Park (next to Audrey Moore where we workout every morning).  Bring clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in and let’s do our part to keep nature beautiful!

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

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Wear: Loose-fitting clothes that are easy to move around in (no dresses or skirts) for CPR Training. Clothes should also be suitable for outdoor Stream Cleanup, or bring closed toe shoes and a change of clothes that can get dirty. Gloves and water will be provided for Stream Cleanup.

  • Lunch: Bring a bag lunch or money to buy lunch at the Kings Park Shopping Center

  • Transportation: Not needed this week.

    • Volunteer Parent Drivers/Chaperones are needed for canoeing on 5/27. Please CLICK HERE

OBX DETAILED INFO - ALL EIGHT WEEKS

  • 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!

GW-PALOOZA…

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

COME ONE - COME ALL!

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. Still needed: extension cords (to borrow) and clean-er-upper volunteers.

CLICK HERE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO GW-PALOOZA 2022

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, come alone, but definitely come!. Dance with a date, dance with a group, dance alone, 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

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER TO BE A SET-ER-UPPER OR A CLEAN-ER-UPPER!

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!

CLICK HERE TO LEND US YOUR FUN AND FUNKY ETHEREAL LIGHTS

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:

CLICK HERE TO RECORD YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS

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

STAR WARS MOVIE FUNDRAISER…

RESCHEDULED due to 5/4 power outage at school

  • EVENT: Movie Fundraiser

  • MOVIE: Star Wars Revenge of the Sith

  • NEW DATE: Tuesday, May 31, 2022

  • TIME: 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

  • COST: $20 (Click the ‘pay by credit card’ button below or bring $20 cash to Ms. Kohler.)

  • INCLUDED: Good Times, Pizza, Soda, and Snacks!

  • DRESS: Students are encouraged to dress up and bring props!

SIGN UP:

Note: If you had signed up for the original May 4th Movie Fundraiser - you are automatically signed up for May 31st.

 
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE STAR WARS MOVIE MARATHON
 
 
CLICK HERE TO PAY BY CREDIT CARD (optional - cash accepted)
 

PROCEEDS GO TO THE ANNUAL GW-PALOOZA (5/18) WHICH will have already happend, but support of this fundraiser will still help pay for palooza.

Thank you for your involvement and support!

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED…

SENIOR FESTIVITIES & GRADUATION

At GW Community School, graduation is a community-wide event. This year, we are continuing our newly minted tradition of hosting graduation here, in our parking lot. 

Graduation volunteers are usually underclassmen parents, but occasionally senior parents want to help as well.  We've created a list of volunteer opportunities, but our most pressing needs are for a parent to steam/iron our graduation gowns, help hang memory boards, or decorate our hallways as a tribute to our seniors. 

Please review all of the volunteer opportunities below and sign up to help:

CLICK HERE TO VIEW & SIGN UP FOR PARENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

A huge thank you to the parents who were able to attend our preliminary graduation meeting on May 5th. As you will see on the sign up, we have gone ahead and signed you up for the roles that we discussed during that time, but please review any other opportunities that you may be able to assist with.

Thank you all and I look forward to working with you to make this graduation wonderful!

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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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

LOOKING AHEAD…

GWCS
2022-2023
AT-A-GLANCE

Start Planning

GWCS
ONLINE
CALENDAR

Updated Daily

GWCS COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS, UPDATES, AND RESOURCES

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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TICKETS ON SALE NOW! 〰️

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:

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT(S) for wed 5/18/22
CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT(S) FOR THU 5/19/22
 
 

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.

CLICK HERE TO PAY FOR YOUR TICKET(S) ONLINE

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

OBX DETAILED INFO - ALL EIGHT WEEKS

  • 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:

CLICK HERE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO GW-PALOOZA 2022

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

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER TO BE A SET-ER-UPPER OR A CLEAN-ER-UPPER!

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!

CLICK HERE TO LEND US YOUR FUN AND FUNKY ETHEREAL LIGHTS

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:

CLICK HERE TO RECORD YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS

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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WYNK: April 30 - May 8, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2022

  • Staunton Shakespeare Trip Continues

SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2022

  • Staunton Shakespeare Trip Returns to GWCS at approximately 5:00 pm. Students will text parents when one hour away.

MONDAY, MAY 2, 2022

  • AP Exam - US Government 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 3, 2022

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

    Stream Cleanup Community Service Event with Ms. Kohler from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm (info)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2022

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

    Star Wars Movie Fundraiser from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm (info)

THURSDAY, MAY 5, 2022

  • Add/Drop Deadline Q4

  • 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 6, 2022

  • No Gym!

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

  • OBX #4 - Coyote Day 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

LOOK AHEAD…

GWCS
2022-2023
AT-A-GLANCE

Start Planning

GWCS
ONLINE
CALENDAR

Updated Daily

GWCS COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS, UPDATES, AND RESOURCES

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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TICKETS ON SALE NOW! 〰️

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:

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT(S) for wed 5/18/22
CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT(S) FOR THU 5/19/22
 
 

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.

CLICK HERE TO PAY FOR YOUR TICKET(S) ONLINE

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.

GOT MILK? WE NEED EMPTY GALLON JUGS…

Thanks for those received
we still need more :)

Planning is well underway as we gear up for our 2022 OBX (Out of the Box) Fourth Quarter Fridays! In preparation, we are asking for empty gallon milk jug donations for one of our many Coyote Day activities which focuses on GWCS School Values and involves building totem poles.

Donated milk jugs can be put in either the little kitchen next to Mr. Lindner’s classroom or in Ms. Kohler’s science lab. We would greatly appreciate the jugs being rinsed out before donating.

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STREAM CLEANUP…

TUESDAY, MAY 3, 2022
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

JOIN MS. KOHLER & MS. N-0 FOR THIS COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT!

  • WHERE: Accotink Trail & Stream (or another nearby area in need of some TLC)

  • WHAT:  Participants will practice environmentalism by cleaning up toxic trash that hinders our earth

  • DRESS:  Clothes and shoes that can get dirty.  Dress for the weather.  Work gloves will be provided.

  • TRANSPORTATION provided for students to and from school in the GWCS van.

  • COMMUNITY SERVICE:  Earn one-hour of community service towards your 30 required. (info)

  • SIGNUP:  Only 12 spots - sign up today - click the button below!  

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR STREAM CLEANUP - SPACE IS LIMITED!

QUESTIONS? TALK WITH OR EMAIL:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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STAR WARS MOVIE FUNDRAISER…

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2022
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

  • EVENT: Movie Fundraiser

  • MOVIE: Star Wars Revenge of the Sith

  • DATE: Wednesday, May 4, 2022

  • TIME: 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

  • COST: $20 (Click the ‘pay by credit card’ button below or bring $20 cash to Ms. Kohler.)

  • INCLUDED: Good Times, Pizza, Soda, and Snacks!

  • DRESS: Students are encouraged to dress up and bring props!

Proceeds go to the Annual GW-Palooza(5/18) which this year will include a Petting Zoo! How CRAZY fun is that?

Click Here to read about the 2021 GW-Palooza!

Thank you for your involvement and support!

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP - IF YOU WANT THE 4th TO BE WITH YOU! LIMITED SEATS
CLICK HERE TO PAY BY CREDIT CARD - BUT STILL SIGNUP BY CLICKING THE OTHER BUTTON!

OBX #4 - COYOTE DAY…

Friday, MAY 6,2022
9:00 am - 3:15 pm
No Gym!

  • Destination: GWCS!

  • About: Celebrate the founding of The GW Community School learning about our esteemed mascot the coyote and how we emulate this curious, cunning, and cooperative creature. After studying a bit about coyotes in the wild, we will explore the role of the coyote in traditional Native American trickster and creation myths, write our own stories, and participate in a variety of team challenges. We will channel our inner coyote throughout the day!

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

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Bring/Wear: Play clothes including tennis shoes you can run and jump and howl in!!! Sunscreen!

  • Lunch: Provided - Catered by South of the Border

  • Transportation: Event is at GWCS - no help needed until the next week 5/13

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

OBX DETAILED INFO - ALL EIGHT WEEKS

  • 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!

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:

CLICK HERE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO GW-PALOOZA 2022

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

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER TO BE A SET-ER-UPPER OR A CLEAN-ER-UPPER!

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!

CLICK HERE TO LEND US YOUR FUN AND FUNKY ETHEREAL LIGHTS

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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FAIRFAX PARKS CLEANUP OPPORTUNITIES…

The events listed below will not be chaperoned by GWCS staff, but we thought i these might provide good opportunities for coyote families to find community service events close to home.

 
 

Email Received 3.12.2022 from The Nature Conservancy:

I’m Josh, a volunteer coordinator with The Nature Conservancy.  We are partnering with county parks to do a wonderful watershed cleanup around 15 different Fairfax county parks!  Registration for the annual Fairfax County Watershed Cleanup is now available at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup.  We need nearly 500 volunteers to help clean up plastic bottles, cans and other debris. It’s a great way to give back to the community, and it’ll be a pretty fun day as well! 

Event capacity is limited, and we request that you register individually or in family units. Before registering a large group of 10+ people, please double check that everyone in your group is committed and will attend. This prevents us from situations where one group takes half the available spaces and then cancels last-minute, and we have no one to fill in.

Please follow this link at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup and sign up. 

Joshua Mitri (He/Him/His)
Stewardship and Volunteer Program Assistant
joshua.mitri@tnc.org
540-421-6645 (text or call)
434-951-0575 (office)
nature.org 

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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…

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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: April 23 - May 1, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

MONDAY, APRIL 25, 2022

  • Oui Gobleu Cooking Club with Ms. Warden during lunch from 12:05 - 12:50 pm (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, april 26, 2022

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

WEDNESDAY, april 27, 2022

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

THURSDAY, april 28, 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, APRIL 29, 2022

  • No Gym!

  • OBX #3 - World Planet Museum from 9:00 am - 3:15 pm - No Gym! (info)

  • Staunton Shakespeare Trip Departs from GWCS at 10:00 am with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O. Travelers should still arrive at GWCS at 9:00 am. No Gym! Pack light.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2022

  • Staunton Shakespeare Trip Continues

SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2022

  • Staunton Shakespeare Trip Returns to GWCS at approximately 5:00 pm. Students will text parents when one hour away.

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OUI GOBLEU COOKING CLUB…

dippity-doo-da!

Monday, April 25, 2022
12:05 pm - 12:50 pm

When I Dip | You Dip | We Dip – it’s a Dip Party!  A dip party you say? What’s a dip party? Bring your favorite dip to share along with what accompanies it best.  Maybe it’s pretzels and cheese, maybe it’s 7-layer dip and Tostitos – the possibilities are endless!  Come join our snack party this Monday in the Café (or possibly outside if the weather is nice) and come see what Oui Gobleu is all about!

Warmly,

Ms. Warden

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2022 GRADUATION PLANNING PARTY…

Calling All Underclassmen Parents!

Thursday, April 28, 2022
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
@ GWCS

E-Mail Sent 4.19.2022:

From: Warden, Alexa
Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2022 10:19 AM
To: Freshmen Parents, Sophomore Parents, Junior Parents
Subject: Fun Parent Party for Planning Graduation

Hi all,

It was so great to see so many of you at last week's March Madness party! Thanks so much to all who planned and participated. We would love to keep the fun and spirit alive, so we will be having another party next Thursday, April 28th from 2:15-3:15 with the aim of nailing down some graduation details and volunteers. Light refreshments will be served:)

Graduation at GWCS is one like no other! It is a whole school celebration and every student has a part to play. We also rely heavily on the help from our amazing parent community. Don't worry, almost all of the planning has been done, we just need some muscle, management, and minds--great ones, that is:) 

This year graduation will be held outside the school on Saturday, June 11th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. 

Please let me know if you will be able to join us next Thursday! 

CLICK HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA4AE2DA4F4C16-graduation

Warmly,

Alexa

Questions? Contact:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com

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OBX #3 PLANET WORD MUSEUM…

Friday, april 29,2022
9:00 am - 3:15 pm
No Gym!

  • Destination: Planet Word Museum, Historic Franklin School Building, Washington, DC (map)

  • About: We will visit the Planet Word Museum, a new interactive museum where language comes to life. Students will learn about language acquisition, how the English language changes over time, the use of words in songs and humor and famous speeches. Students will also have a chance to solve word-related puzzles. After lunch, we will return to school where students will participate in creative writing exercises and play word games.

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

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Bring/Wear: Weather appropriate business casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes. No backpacks, sweats, or flip flops. Optional: sunscreen and water bottle. Regular school clothes, good walking shoes, nothing bulky for inside the museum – no backpacks. Bring at least $20 for lunch. Optional - extra $ for gift shop.

  • Lunch: Location for lunch activities will be weather dependent - keep an eye out for the email update next week.

  • Transportation: School Van & Personal Cars

    • Volunteer Parent Drivers/Chaperones Needed
      >>>>>> CLICK HERE <<<<<<

OBX DETAILED INFO - ALL EIGHT WEEKS

  • 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!

NEW THEATRE PERFORMANCE DATES…

GWCS theatre students will perform a series of one-act plays

New Performance Dates!

〰️

New Performance Dates! 〰️

  • Wednesday, May 18, 2022

  • Thursday, May 19, 2022

  • 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Tickets will go on sale soon! Watch the WYNK for updates.

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

GOT MILK? WE NEED EMPTY GALLON JUGS…

Thanks for those received
we still need more :)

Planning is well underway as we gear up for our 2022 OBX (Out of the Box) Fourth Quarter Fridays! In preparation, we are asking for empty gallon milk jug donations for one of our many Coyote Day activities which focuses on GWCS School Values and involves building totem poles.

Donated milk jugs can be put in either the little kitchen next to Mr. Lindner’s classroom or in Ms. Kohler’s science lab. We would greatly appreciate the jugs being rinsed out before donating.

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STREAM CLEANUP…

TUESDAY, MAY 3, 2022
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

JOIN MS. KOHLER & MS. N-0 FOR THIS COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT!

  • WHERE: Accotink Trail & Stream (or another nearby area in need of some TLC)

  • WHAT:  Participants will practice environmentalism by cleaning up toxic trash that hinders our earth

  • DRESS:  Clothes and shoes that can get dirty.  Dress for the weather.  Work gloves will be provided.

  • TRANSPORTATION provided for students to and from school in the GWCS van.

  • COMMUNITY SERVICE:  Earn one-hour of community service towards your 30 required. (info)

  • SIGNUP:  Only 12 spots - sign up today - click the button below!  

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR STREAM CLEANUP - SPACE IS LIMITED!

QUESTIONS? TALK WITH OR EMAIL:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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STAR WARS MOVIE FUNDRAISER…

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2022
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

  • EVENT: Movie Fundraiser

  • MOVIE: Star Wars Revenge of the Sith

  • DATE: Wednesday, May 4, 2022

  • TIME: 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

  • COST: $20 (Click the ‘pay by credit card’ button below or bring $20 cash to Ms. Kohler.)

  • INCLUDED: Good Times, Pizza, Soda, and Snacks!

  • DRESS: Students are encouraged to dress up and bring props!

Proceeds go to the Annual GW-Palooza(5/18) which this year will include a Petting Zoo! How CRAZY fun is that?

Click Here to read about the 2021 GW-Palooza!

Thank you for your involvement and support!

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP - IF YOU WANT THE 4th TO BE WITH YOU! LIMITED SEATS
CLICK HERE TO PAY BY CREDIT CARD - BUT STILL SIGNUP BY CLICKING THE OTHER BUTTON!

2022 GWCS RAGLAN T-SHIRTS…

GWCS VALUES FOR SALE!

Traditions.  Traditions are important.  Few more so than the annual GWCS tee shirt.  In most school years there are multiple shirts created (in October you received a nice yellow one designed by Maria that said ‘Camp Coyote’ on the  front).  But only one tee in a given year is THE annual tee.  The one that includes a reminder of the number of years that GWCS has been alive and well and living in the basement of an office building in Springfield, Virginia.

This year was no exception!  Beautiful, blue raglans!  They arrived last Wednesday.  By the end of the day, the majority of them were already being worn around the school.  How many years of GWCS are being honored by this shirt?  One glance at the design should give it away!

Due to the imploring requests of many parents at the March Madness party, we are making them available to all for $20. Claim yours today by clicking the button below.

Deadline to place your order: April 29, 2022

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE NEW 2022 GWCS VALUES RAGLAN T-SHIRT

MARCH MADNESS PARTY & AWARDS…

SO NICE TO SEE YOU!

It was quite a celebration!  In honor of March Madness, Tee Shirt Day, and the Pac Resurrection, we were all invited to the school for a ‘buffet and social’ to get reacquainted last Wednesday, April 14, 2022!  We had a sensational turnout with more than half of our coyote parents in attendance.  It was so nice, after so long, to finally be able to have a full house in the middle of the school (and be able to fully see so many faces!)!

Jon Stoloff, who sponsored the basketball pool for the GWCS staff, announced the winners from the tournament.  The winners were Mr. Mallonee and Mr. Connelly!  Mr. Mallonee actually won both brackets, but to share the wealth, Mr. Connelly got a prize for his second place entrance!  They both received tee shirts from their alma maters and basketball themed mugs!

As far as the in-school pool, only one person chose Kansas (the tournament winner), and when Kansas won, Ms. Kohler won!  Sam Peters submitted the highest scoring student bracket!  They both won $25.00 gift cards.  The final prize, a $10 dollar gift card went to Ms. Warden, for a prize known as the ‘congeniality award,’ which goes to the entry with the fewest correct picks.  Ms. Warden accepted her gift with grace, and then gave the most inspiring last-place-finish speech the crowd had ever heard.

We are looking forward to seeing all of you at future PAC events coming soon!

Mr. Goldie

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:

CLICK HERE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO GW-PALOOZA 2022

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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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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FAIRFAX PARKS CLEANUP OPPORTUNITIES…

The events listed below will not be chaperoned by GWCS staff, but we thought i these might provide good opportunities for coyote families to find community service events close to home.

 
 

Email Received 3.12.2022 from The Nature Conservancy:

I’m Josh, a volunteer coordinator with The Nature Conservancy.  We are partnering with county parks to do a wonderful watershed cleanup around 15 different Fairfax county parks!  Registration for the annual Fairfax County Watershed Cleanup is now available at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup.  We need nearly 500 volunteers to help clean up plastic bottles, cans and other debris. It’s a great way to give back to the community, and it’ll be a pretty fun day as well! 

Event capacity is limited, and we request that you register individually or in family units. Before registering a large group of 10+ people, please double check that everyone in your group is committed and will attend. This prevents us from situations where one group takes half the available spaces and then cancels last-minute, and we have no one to fill in.

Please follow this link at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup and sign up. 

Joshua Mitri (He/Him/His)
Stewardship and Volunteer Program Assistant
joshua.mitri@tnc.org
540-421-6645 (text or call)
434-951-0575 (office)
nature.org 

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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…

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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: April 16-24, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2022

  • 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 - 5:15 pm

TUESDAY, april 19, 2022

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

WEDNESDAY, april 20, 2022

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

THURSDAY, april 21, 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

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

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

FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 2022

  • OBX #2 - Old Town Alexandria Walking Tour from 9:00 am - 3:15 pm (info)

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

LOOK AHEAD…

GWCS
2022-2023
AT-A-GLANCE

Start Planning

GWCS
ONLINE
CALENDAR

Updated Daily

GWCS COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS, UPDATES, AND RESOURCES

OBX #2 OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA…

WALKING TOUR

Friday, april 22, 2022

  • Destination: Old Town Alexandria, Virginia

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

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Bring/Wear: Weather appropriate business casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes. No backpacks, sweats, or flip flops. Optional: sunscreen and water bottle.

  • Lunch: Bring CASH for lunch and art or a bagged lunch.

  • Transportation: School Van & Personal Cars

    • Volunteer Parent Drivers/Chaperones Needed
      >>>>>> CLICK HERE <<<<<<

https://www.alexcolonialtours.com/

OBX DETAILED INFO - ALL EIGHT WEEKS

  • 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!

GOT MILK? WE NEED EMPTY GALLON JUGS…

Please :)

Planning is well underway as we gear up for our 2022 OBX (Out of the Box) Fourth Quarter Fridays! In preparation, we are asking for empty gallon milk jug donations for one of our many Coyote Day activities which focuses on GWCS School Values and involves building totem poles.

Donated milk jugs can be put in either the little kitchen next to Mr. Lindner’s classroom or in Ms. Kohler’s science lab. We would greatly appreciate the jugs being rinsed out before donating.

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STREAM CLEANUP…

TUESDAY, MAY 3, 2022
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

JOIN MS. KOHLER & MS. N-0 FOR THIS COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT!

  • WHERE: Accotink Trail & Stream (or another nearby area in need of some TLC)

  • WHAT:  Participants will practice environmentalism by cleaning up toxic trash that hinders our earth

  • DRESS:  Clothes and shoes that can get dirty.  Dress for the weather.  Work gloves will be provided.

  • TRANSPORTATION provided for students to and from school in the GWCS van.

  • COMMUNITY SERVICE:  Earn one-hour of community service towards your 30 required. (info)

  • SIGNUP:  Only 12 spots - sign up today - click the button below!  

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR STREAM CLEANUP - SPACE IS LIMITED!

QUESTIONS? TALK WITH OR EMAIL:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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STAR WARS MOVIE…

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2022
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM

 
 
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP - IF YOU WANT THE FOURTH TO BE WITH YOU! LIMITED SEATS

  • EVENT: Movie Fundraiser

  • MOVIE: Star Wars Revenge of the Sith

  • DATE: Wednesday, May 4, 2022

  • TIME: 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

  • COST: $20 CASH ONLY

  • INCLUDED: Good Times, Pizza, Soda, and Snacks!

  • DRESS: Students are encouraged to dress up and bring props!

Proceeds go to the the Annual GW-Palooza(5/18) which this year will include a Petting Zoo! How CRAZY fun is that?

Click Here to read about the 2021 GW-Palooza!

Thank you for your involvement and support!

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

 

Belize? Yes Please!

Read the most recent GWCS News Blog post about the Belize Spring Break trip! You may have seen a few tantalizing photos - but now you can read about everything our traveling coyotes got to experience with Senor Torres.

CLICK HERE TO READ… BELIZE? YES PLEASE!
 
 

ROBOTICS SPRING BREAK COMPETITION…

What did you do over Spring Break? GWCS Coyote Robotics FTC Team #965 took a trip down to Hampton, Virginia on Friday, April 8th, and competed in the FIRST Chesapeake District Championship.

“Kids did great.
Robot did great (did not even open the toolbox).
Very exciting and a lot of fun.”

Gary Lindner
GWCS Robotics Coach

FAIRFAX PARKS CLEANUP OPPORTUNITIES…

The events listed below will not be chaperoned by GWCS staff, but we thought i these might provide good opportunities for coyote families to find community service events close to home.

 
 

Email Received 3.12.2022 from The Nature Conservancy:

I’m Josh, a volunteer coordinator with The Nature Conservancy.  We are partnering with county parks to do a wonderful watershed cleanup around 15 different Fairfax county parks!  Registration for the annual Fairfax County Watershed Cleanup is now available at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup.  We need nearly 500 volunteers to help clean up plastic bottles, cans and other debris. It’s a great way to give back to the community, and it’ll be a pretty fun day as well! 

Event capacity is limited, and we request that you register individually or in family units. Before registering a large group of 10+ people, please double check that everyone in your group is committed and will attend. This prevents us from situations where one group takes half the available spaces and then cancels last-minute, and we have no one to fill in.

Please follow this link at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup and sign up. 

Joshua Mitri (He/Him/His)
Stewardship and Volunteer Program Assistant
joshua.mitri@tnc.org
540-421-6645 (text or call)
434-951-0575 (office)
nature.org 

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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…

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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: April 9 - 17, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

COYOTE ROBOTICS

FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2022

BEST WISHES TO GWCS FTC Team #965 competing in the FIRST Chesapeake DISTRICT Championship IN HAMPTON, VA ON FRIDAY 4/8. (info)


SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2022

  • GWCS Belize Trip Returns!

MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2022

  • No School - Spring Break

TUESDAY, april 12, 2022

  • First Day of 4th Quarter!

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

WEDNESDAY, april 13, 2022

  • OBX Permission Forms Due! (info)

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

THURSDAY, april 14, 2022

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

  • March Madness GWCS Family & Faculty Party from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm (info)

  • CANCELED THIS WEEK - 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

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm [Tentative]

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

FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 2022

  • OBX #1 - The Museum of the American Indian from 9:00 am - 3:15 pm (info)

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm

LOOK AHEAD…

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#1 MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN…

Friday, april 15, 2022

  • Destination: Museum of the American Indian, Washington, DC

  • Meet at GWCS: 9:00 am

  • Pickup at GWCS: 3:15 pm

  • Bring/Wear: Business casual clothes and walking shoes. No backpacks, sweats, or flip flops

  • Lunch: Provided

  • Transportation: School Van & Personal Cars

    • Volunteer Parent Drivers/Chaperones Needed >> CLICK HERE <<

REMINDER: TURN IN YOUR OBX PERMISSION FORM BY WED., APRIL 13TH!

 
OBX DETAILED INFO - ALL EIGHT WEEKS
OBX PERMISSION FORM - DUE WED 4/13
 

https://americanindian.si.edu/

e-mail sent 3.31.2022

From: Nunez-Oliver, Maria <nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2022 1:04 PM
To: Everybody <Everybody@GWCommunitySchool.com>
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!

QuestIons? Contact:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com

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MARCH MADNESS PARTY…

Thursday, April 14, 2022
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

A March Madness celebration in April is almost as good as Christmas in July!   The PAC sponsored a March Madness basketball contest for the GWCS Faculty.   Alas, the Final Four happened during Spring Break, so we’re partying after break! All FAMILIES ARE INVITED to join faculty and students to mingle and to award our faculty winners on Thursday, April 14 from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm at school.  This is a great time to chat with other families, since our opportunities to do so have been so limited the past couple of years.  

PLEASE RSVP here: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAAA722A1FD0-gwcs1

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GOT MILK? WE NEED EMPTY GALLON JUGS…

Please :)

Planning is well underway as we gear up for our 2022 OBX (Out of the Box) Fourth Quarter Fridays! In preparation, we are asking for empty gallon milk jug donations for one of our many Coyote Day activities which focuses on GWCS School Values and involves building totem poles.

Donated milk jugs can be put in either the little kitchen next to Mr. Lindner’s classroom or in Ms. Kohler’s science lab. We would greatly appreciate the jugs being rinsed out before donating.

New to GWCS? Not sure what OBX is all about? Click Here.

 
 

Totem Pole Activity During 2016 gwcs Coyote Day (above)

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GWCS SPRING THEATRE PRODUCTION…

Mark your calendars!

Tickets going on sale soon!

Wed., April 27, 2022

Thu., April 28, 2022

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Cast Members During Rehearsal: Dakota (far left), Luther, Evan, Lauren, Jay, and Alex

STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP UPDATES…

APRIL 29 - MAY 1, 2022

We were thrilled with the interest in this year’s Staunton Shakespeare Trip! All of the spots have been filled! For those fortunate enough to be going on this trip - please pay close attention to your email over the coming weeks as participating students will have a few trip meetings scheduled during office hours.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP ITINERARY

JOIN TODAY…

Yearbook is gearing up to create the 2021-2022 GWCS Chronicle! Would you like to create the Homecoming or Prom page in the yearbook? How about assembling pages for all of the upcoming OBX events? Or maybe you’d like to design the cover? Once you are enrolled in Yearbook, you will be given access to all of the GWCS photos taken this year and taught how to use the Lifetime yearbook program. Great fun. Great experience. Great way to earn credit (amount of credit depends on time you dedicate). Yearbook Elective will have short meetings at school during Office Hours but most of your yearbook page building can be done on your own time from the comfort of your home or wherever yu are most inspired and productive.

Interested in playing yearbook with us?

Talk with Mr. Goldie this week!

Questions? Contact:

Mr. Goldie
goldiera@gwcommunityschool.com

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GWCS CLASS OF 2022

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GWCS CLASS OF 2022 〰️

ATTENTION SENIORS…

For your final months of high school, it will be very important for you to watch the WYNK for things that you will need to do to prepare for graduation and beyond.

Senior Graduation Memory Boards

DUE: 5.25.2022

 
 

This is one of GWCS’ favorite traditions! Each senior family creates a Memory Board of photos and memorabilia to celebrate their senior. Click the button below for detailed instructions and examples. Memory Boards are due on May 25, 2022 and will be hung in the main GWCS hallway for the last few weeks of school and be available to view on graduation day. This may seem a long ways away but, it’s not! It will take an effort and some time for you to collect all the photos, lettering, and other supplies you will need to create your Memory Board. Start today and have fun with this walk down memory lane.

Memory Board Instructions
GWCS GRADUATION WEBPAGE

THE DAY THE WORLD ENDED…

Click the button below to read the GWCS News Blog Post about Ms. Warden’s 5th and 6th period English classes End of the World Party which, of course, includes photos.

click the button

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click the button 〰️

THE DAY THE WORLD ENDED - BLOG POST

FAIRFAX PARKS CLEANUP OPPORTUNITIES…

The events listed below will not be chaperoned by GWCS staff, but we thought i these might provide good opportunities for coyote families to find community service events close to home.

 
 

Email Received 3.12.2022 from The Nature Conservancy:

I’m Josh, a volunteer coordinator with The Nature Conservancy.  We are partnering with county parks to do a wonderful watershed cleanup around 15 different Fairfax county parks!  Registration for the annual Fairfax County Watershed Cleanup is now available at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup.  We need nearly 500 volunteers to help clean up plastic bottles, cans and other debris. It’s a great way to give back to the community, and it’ll be a pretty fun day as well! 

Event capacity is limited, and we request that you register individually or in family units. Before registering a large group of 10+ people, please double check that everyone in your group is committed and will attend. This prevents us from situations where one group takes half the available spaces and then cancels last-minute, and we have no one to fill in.

Please follow this link at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup and sign up. 

Joshua Mitri (He/Him/His)
Stewardship and Volunteer Program Assistant
joshua.mitri@tnc.org
540-421-6645 (text or call)
434-951-0575 (office)
nature.org 

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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…

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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: March 26 - April 11, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:


SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 2022

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner at GWCS from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

MONDAY, MARCH 28, 2022

  • Oui Gobleu Cooking Club with Ms. Warden during lunch (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 - 4:30 pm

TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2022

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 2022

  • Spring Theatre Rehearsal with Mr. Goldie & Ms. N-O from 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm

THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2022

  • Last Day of 3rd Quarter!

  • Niche Survey Deadline - Your participation is greatly appreciated plus you could win $1,000! (info)

  • Due: Senior Baby/Childhood Photo (info)

  • 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

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

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

FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2022

  • NO SCHOOL - NO FOOLIN’!

    • Student Holiday

    • Teacher Workday

SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2022

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner at GWCS from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.

    • Robotics Team - watch for emails from Mr. Lindner about meetings as needed during spring break!

SPRING BREAK!

April 2-11, 2022

Have a safe, relaxing yet playful and springy, spring break all you coyotes! school will resume on tuesday, april 12th.

BELIZE TRIP!

April 2 - 9, 2022

A group of Coyote travelers will be taking off on a once in a lifetime adventure in Belize. they will be visiting Mayan ruins, hiking in the jungle, and snorkeling, all while learning about the culture and the peopLE OF BELIZE!


Have a safe and adventurous trip to all our coyotes going with Mr. Torres on this fantabulous Spring Break EF Tours trip!

COYOTE ROBOTICS

APRIL 8, 2022

BEST WISHES TO GWCS FTC Team #965 competing in the FIRST Chesapeake DISTRICT Championship IN HAMPTON, VA ON FRIDAY 4/8. (info)

LOOK AHEAD…

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OUI GOBLEU COOKING CLUB…

Monday, March 28, 2022

Theme: Bunny Food

Spring has sprung! Let’s celebrate with your best veg-based food, fit for well… rabbits. Or alternatively, rabbit-themed. You could really take this theme creatively! We were thinking salads, seasonal vegetables, or even carrot cake? So many possibilities!

Any food that needs to be refrigerated can be placed in the student fridge, and anything else can be kept in Ms. Warden's office for safekeeping. We have microwaves and a large toaster oven for anything that needs to be reheated.

Warmly,

Ms. Warden
wardenac@gwcommunityschool.com

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THIS SURVEY WILL ONLY TAKE A MOMENT…

But the impact for GWCS will LAST FOR YEARS!

YOU COULD WIN $1,000!

DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2022

Have you had a great year at GWCS?  Share your experience and be entered in Niche.com’s School Survey Sweepstakes for a chance to win $1000!  Open to students, parents, and recent alumni.

Step 1: Go to https://www.niche.com/k12/school-survey-sweepstakes/

Step 2: Select Virginia as the state and Search for “GW Community School”

Step 3: Click on “Start Survey”

Step 4: Leave us a review!

Your responses are anonymous and will be displayed on Niche to help promote GWCS as a great school. 

Thank you for your support!

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COYOTES TO THE RESCUE!

Gabby & Jay ~ Shoveling Away

LAKE ACCOTINK RESTORATION PROJECT

Yay for all the GWCS families and dog Sammy, who participated in last Saturday’s habitat restoration community service project at Lake Accotink Park in Springfield, VA!

CLICK HERE TO READ all about this event and see more photos!

Reminder - Log Your Community Service Hours:

In order to receive credit for your community service hours you must complete this GWCS form upon completion of any community service event.

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GOT MILK? WE NEED EMPTY GALLON JUGS…

Please :)

Planning is well underway as we gear up for our 2022 OBX (Out of the Box) Fourth Quarter Fridays! In preparation, we are asking for empty gallon milk jug donations for one of our many Coyote Day activities which focuses on GWCS School Values and involves building totem poles.

Donated milk jugs can be put in either the little kitchen next to Mr. Lindner’s classroom or in Ms. Kohler’s science lab. We would greatly appreciate the jugs being rinsed out before donating.

New to GWCS? Not sure what OBX is all about? Click Here.

 
 

Totem Pole Activity During 2016 gwcs Coyote Day (above)

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STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP…

April 29 - May 1, 2022

Yes, you read that right! The Blackfriars Playhouse is opening! After years of a COVID hiatus, GWCS students are invited to join Mr. Goldie and Ms. N-O on a road-trip down to Staunton, Virginia to take-in two Shakespeare plays, learn Shakespeare combat tricks, attend a graduate lecture, tour the theatre, eat at Staunton’s best restaurants, wander around the historic town, consume ice cream every night, and stop to romp around the Frontier Culture Museum on the way home.

Interested?

Please send in a check or pay by credit card today. See payment info below.

HOUR-BY-HOUR itinerary:

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP ITINERARY

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Mr. Goldie
goldiera@gwcommunityschool.com

GWCS Shakespeare Trip Flashbacks…

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING...

Every Friday During 4th Quarter!

OBX (Outside the Box Education) is an eight-week program that takes place every Friday during fourth quarter.  This year, we’re opening it up to all students, rather than in previous years where it’s only been 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 Fridays during 4th Quarter.  We have an exciting lineup of events for all of our Fridays.  Watch for an email in April with more detailed information about all the OBX objectives as well as what to wear and what to bring!

Below is our tentative OBX schedule for Spring 2022 -  all dates and activities are subject to change; some activities may be weather-dependent. 

Updated 3.27.2022

  • April 15 - American Indian Museum

  • April 22 - Old Town Alexandria Walking Tour

  • April 29 - Planet Word Museum

  • May 6 - Coyote Day

  • May 13 - The Edge

  • May 20 - First Aid/CPR/AED

  • May 27 - Canoeing in Front Royal

  • June 3 - National Aquarium, Baltimore

Questons? Contact:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com

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ATTENTION SENIORS…

For your final months of high school, it will be very important for you to watch the WYNK for things that you will need to do to prepare for graduation and beyond. These first two items are an opportunity to reminisce.

GWCS GRADUATION WEBPAGE

#1 - Senior BABY/Childhood Photo

Due: 3.31.2022

Please email Ms. N-O a baby or early childhood photo of yourself by Thursday, March 31, 2022. These photos will be used on your senior page in the yearbook (example) and for another senior activity this spring. If you do not have (or can not create) a digital copy, bring Ms. N-O the original and she will scan and return it to you.

#2 - Senior Graduation Memory Boards

DUE: 5.25.2022

This is one of GWCS’ favorite traditions! Each senior family creates a Memory Board of photos and memorabilia to celebrate their senior. Spring Break would be a great time to get started on this fun project. Click the button below for detailed instructions and examples. Memory Boards are due on May 25, 2022 and will be hung in the main GWCS hallway for the last few weeks of school and be available to view on graduation day. This may seem a long ways away but, it’s not! It will take an effort and some time for you to collect all the photos, lettering, and other supplies you will need to create your Memory Board. Start today and have fun with this walk down memory lane.

Memory Board Instructions

FAIRFAX PARKS CLEANUP OPPORTUNITIES…

The events listed below will not be chaperoned by GWCS staff, but we thought i these might provide good opportunities for coyote families to find community service events close to home.

 
 

Email Received 3.12.2022 from The Nature Conservancy:

I’m Josh, a volunteer coordinator with The Nature Conservancy.  We are partnering with county parks to do a wonderful watershed cleanup around 15 different Fairfax county parks!  Registration for the annual Fairfax County Watershed Cleanup is now available at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup.  We need nearly 500 volunteers to help clean up plastic bottles, cans and other debris. It’s a great way to give back to the community, and it’ll be a pretty fun day as well! 

Event capacity is limited, and we request that you register individually or in family units. Before registering a large group of 10+ people, please double check that everyone in your group is committed and will attend. This prevents us from situations where one group takes half the available spaces and then cancels last-minute, and we have no one to fill in.

Please follow this link at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup and sign up. 

Joshua Mitri (He/Him/His)
Stewardship and Volunteer Program Assistant
joshua.mitri@tnc.org
540-421-6645 (text or call)
434-951-0575 (office)
nature.org 

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LOOKING FOR A SUMMER CAMP FOR YOUR MIDDLE SCHOOLER? LOOK NO FARTHER!

Summer Cove - Middle School Summer Camp (held at GWCS) includes eight one-week sessions from 6/21 - 8/12 and offers oh-so-many topics to choose from! This is a fun, creative, engaging summer camp that has been held in the GWCS building since 2016 (except for COVID 2020 summer).

https://www.summercovenova.com/

 
 

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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FREE WEBINAR FOR ALL GWCS PARENTS…

Executive Functions and College: Preparing your student for the launch

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 2022
7:30 PM

Please join Dr. Andrea Brenner, creator of the Talking College™ Discussion Cards and co-author of “How to College: What to Know Before You Go (and When You’re There)” and The StudyPro Executive Function Center owners Debbie Rosen and Lindsey Thoms, M.Ed. who will present:

Executive Functions and College: Preparing Your Student for the Launch

Dr. Brenner, a college transition educator who draws on her 25 years of experience as a college professor and as the creator/director of American University's first-year experience program will join The StudyPro Executive Function experts to cover:

  • The significant differences between high school and college

  • How you can transition from the parent of a high school “adolescent” to the parent of a college “young adult"

  • The academic and social/emotional skills students will need to thrive in college

  • Tips for teaching these skills during the high school years

  • Guiding your students to find campus resources that will help them be successful and independent

Whether you have a ninth grader just starting high school or a senior about to head off, there is a lot you can do to prepare your children for a successful launch to college.

Join us for this interactive and informative talk from a “college insider” and EF experts who know the challenges that your student (and you) will face!

Please note: webinar link will be sent ~3 days prior to webinar.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/executive-functions-and-college-preparing-your-student-for-the-launch-tickets-290015051827

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GREAT DINNER TIME CONVERSATIONS…

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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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WYNK: March 19-27, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2022

  • Lake Accotink Restoration Community Service Event with Ms. Kohler from 9:00 am - 11:00 am (info)

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner at GWCS from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2022

  • 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 - 4:15 pm

TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 2022

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23, 2022

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 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

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

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

FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2022

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 2022

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner at GWCS from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm


LOOK AHEAD…

GWCS
2022-2023
AT-A-GLANCE

Start Planning

GWCS
ONLINE
CALENDAR

Updated Daily

GWCS COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS, UPDATES, AND RESOURCES

SIGN UP TODAY - VERY LIMITED SPACE…

Lake Accotink Park Habitat Restoration!

Saturday, March 19, 2022
8:45 am - 11:00 am 

COYOTES CARE! 

Yay for all the GWCS families who were able to sign up for this event before it was full!

What:

Invasive plant removal at Lake Accotink Park.  Did you know that invasive plants are a huge threat to local wildlife, including migrating birds? Help out these creatures by volunteering to remove invasive plants and restore habitat! 

Who:

GWCS teachers, staff, students, parents, siblings, grandparents and friends who signed up in advance.

Location: 

Lake Accotink Park
7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA 22150
For accurate GPS directions to parking lot and meeting place, use coordinates:
38.793938,-77.215145

Meeting Place:

GWCS Coyotes will gather at the Merry-Go-Round at Lake Accotink at 8:45 am.  For accurate GPS directions to the parking lot and meeting place, use coordinates: 38.793938,-77.215145

Wear:

Sunscreen, long sleeved shirt and long pants, socks, and closed toe shoes.  All of which can get dirty! Optional hat, sunglasses, bug spray (probably not needed in March) 

Bring:

Water bottle - filled :)
Ms. Kohler will provide gloves, but feel free to bring your own.

Rain or Shine?

If inclement weather cancels this event, you will receive an email notification (if you signed up below).  

Reminder - Log Your Community Service Hours:

In order to receive credit for your community service hours you must complete this GWCS form upon completion of any community service event.

Sign Up Below:

If you were able to sign up with the county, remember to also add your name to the list of GWCS participants by clicking the link below so that you will receive any GWCS related event changes or updates.

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c084baaa722a1fd0-lake

Questions?  Contact:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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GOT MILK? SEND US YOUR GALLON JUGS…

Please :)

Planning is well underway as we gear up for our 2022 OBX (Out of the Box) Fourth Quarter Fridays! In preparation, we are asking for empty gallon milk jug donations for one of our many Coyote Day activities which focuses on GWCS School Values and involves building totem poles.

Donated milk jugs can be put in either the little kitchen next to Mr. Lindner’s classroom or in Ms. Kohler’s science lab. We would greatly appreciate the jugs being rinsed out before donating.

New to GWCS? Not sure what OBX is all about? Click Here.

 
 

Totem Pole Activity During 2016 gwcs Coyote Day (above)

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STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP…

HURRY - ONLY FOUR SPOTS LEFT (as of 3/16/22)

April 29 - May 1, 2022

Yes, you read that right! The Blackfriars Playhouse is opening! After years of a COVID hiatus, GWCS students are invited to join Mr. Goldie and Ms. N-O on a road-trip down to Staunton, Virginia to take-in two Shakespeare plays, learn Shakespeare combat tricks, attend a graduate lecture, tour the theatre, eat at Staunton’s best restaurants, wander around the historic town, consume ice cream every night, and stop to romp around the Frontier Culture Museum on the way home.

Interested?

Please send in a check or pay by credit card today. See payment info below.

HOUR-BY-HOUR itinerary:

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP ITINERARY

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Mr. Goldie
goldiera@gwcommunityschool.com

GWCS Shakespeare Trip Flashbacks…

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING...

Every Friday During 4th Quarter!

OBX (Outside the Box Education) is an eight-week program that takes place every Friday during fourth quarter.  This year, we’re opening it up to all students, rather than in previous years where it’s only been 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 Fridays during 4th Quarter.  We have an exciting lineup of events for all of our Fridays.  Watch for an email in April with more detailed information about all the OBX objectives as well as what to wear and what to bring!

Below is our tentative OBX schedule for Spring 2022 -  all dates and activities are subject to change; some activities may be weather-dependent. 

  • April 15 - African American Museum

  • April 22 - Old Town Alexandria Walking Tour

  • April 29 - Planet Word Museum

  • May 6 - Coyote Day

  • May 13 - The Edge

  • May 20 - First Aid/CPR/AED

  • May 27 - Canoeing in Front Royal

  • June 3 - Gunston Hall

Questons? Contact:

Ms. N-O
nunezoliverm@gwcommunityschool.com

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ATTENTION SENIORS…

For your final months of high school, it will be very important for you to watch the WYNK for things that you will need to do to prepare for graduation and beyond. These first two items are an opportunity to reminisce.

GWCS GRADUATION WEBPAGE

#1 - Senior BABY/Childhood Photo

Due: 3.31.2022

Please email Ms. N-O a baby or early childhood photo of yourself by Thursday, March 31, 2022. These photos will be used on your senior page in the yearbook (example) and for another senior activity this spring. If you do not have (or can not create) a digital copy, bring Ms. N-O the original and she will scan and return it to you.

#2 - Senior Graduation Memory Boards

DUE: 5.25.2022

This is one of GWCS’ favorite traditions! Each senior family creates a Memory Board of photos and memorabilia to celebrate their senior. Spring Break would be a great time to get started on this fun project. Click the button below for detailed instructions and examples. Memory Boards are due on May 25, 2022 and will be hung in the main GWCS hallway for the last few weeks of school and be available to view on graduation day. This may seem a long ways away but, it’s not! It will take an effort and some time for you to collect all the photos, lettering, and other supplies you will need to create your Memory Board. Start today and have fun with this walk down memory lane.

Memory Board Instructions

THIS SURVEY WILL ONLY TAKE A MOMENT…

But the impact for GWCS will be huge!

YOU COULD WIN $1,000!

DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2022

Have you had a great year at GWCS?  Share your experience and be entered in Niche.com’s School Survey Sweepstakes for a chance to win $1000!  Open to students, parents, and recent alumni.

Step 1: Go to https://www.niche.com/k12/school-survey-sweepstakes/

Step 2: Select Virginia as the state and Search for “The GW Community School”

Step 3: Click on “Start Survey”

Step 4: Leave us a review!

Your responses are anonymous and will be displayed on Niche to help promote GWCS as a great school. 

Thank you for your support!

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ST PATTY’S DAY BINGO WINNERS…

Winners! Michael, Connelly, & Alex

During lunch on Thursday, March 17th, students participated in a St. Patty’s Day BINGO FUNdraiser organized by Ms. Kohler’s Personal Finance Class. The FUNdraiser earned $92 towards the upcoming GWCS Outdoor Spring Petting Zoo assembly. Fun was had by all but there were only three lucky gift card winners. And the BINGO winners were:

  • Game #1 Winner: Michael H. (Peet’s Gift Card)

  • Game #2 Winner: Mr. Connelly (Subway Gift Card)

  • Game #3 Winner: Alex R. (McDonald’s Gift Card)

evan, Go raibh maith agat for being our bingo caller!

Go raibh maith agat to all who participated!

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FAIRFAX PARKS CLEANUP OPPORTUNITIES…

The events listed below will not be chaperoned by GWCS staff, but we thought i these might provide good opportunities for coyote families to find community service events close to home.

 
 

Email Received 3.12.2022 from The Nature Conservancy:

I’m Josh, a volunteer coordinator with The Nature Conservancy.  We are partnering with county parks to do a wonderful watershed cleanup around 15 different Fairfax county parks!  Registration for the annual Fairfax County Watershed Cleanup is now available at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup.  We need nearly 500 volunteers to help clean up plastic bottles, cans and other debris. It’s a great way to give back to the community, and it’ll be a pretty fun day as well! 

Event capacity is limited, and we request that you register individually or in family units. Before registering a large group of 10+ people, please double check that everyone in your group is committed and will attend. This prevents us from situations where one group takes half the available spaces and then cancels last-minute, and we have no one to fill in.

Please follow this link at www.nature.org/fairfaxcleanup and sign up. 

Joshua Mitri (He/Him/His)
Stewardship and Volunteer Program Assistant
joshua.mitri@tnc.org
540-421-6645 (text or call)
434-951-0575 (office)
nature.org 

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LOOKING FOR A SUMMER CAMP FOR YOUR MIDDLE SCHOOLER? LOOK NO FARTHER!

Summer Cove - Middle School Summer Camp (held at GWCS) includes eight one-week sessions from 6/21 - 8/12 and offers so many topics to choose from! This is a fun, creative, engaging summer camp that has been held in the GWCS building since 2016 (except for COVID 2020 summer).

https://www.summercovenova.com/

 
 

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…

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.

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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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!

WYNK: March 12-20, 2022

NEWSLETTER QUICK LINKS:

FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2022

  • No School: Student/Teacher Holiday

SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2022

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner at GWCS from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

MONDAY, MARCH 14, 2022

  • No School: Student Holiday/Teacher Workday

TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2022

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2022

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2022

  • St. Patty’s Day BINGO FUNdraiser sponsored by Ms. Kohler’s Personal Finance Class during lunch from 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm (info)

  • 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

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm

  • History in Movies Elective with Mr. Goldie from 3:15 pm - 5:00 pm (now on Thursdays)

FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2022

  • DUE! 2022-2023 GWCS Enrollment Contract and Fee (info)

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2022

  • Lake Accotink Restoration Community Service Event with Ms. Kohler from 9:00 am - 11:00 am (info)

  • Robotics Elective with Mr. Lindner at GWCS from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm


LOOK AHEAD…

GWCS
2022-2023
AT-A-GLANCE

Start Planning

GWCS
ONLINE
CALENDAR

Updated Daily

GWCS COVID-19 ANNOUNCEMENTS, UPDATES, AND RESOURCES

ST. PATTY'S DAY BINGO...

Thursday, March 17, 2022
12:15 pm - 12:45 pm

Join Ms. Kohler’s Personal Finance Class and test your luck during a lunchtime BINGO FUNdraiser.

We will play three rounds of BINGO and give out prizes for the three first place winners!

First, grab your lunch (Coyote Café will be selling pizza at lunch) and then head to the café to eat while playing FUNdraising, PrizeWinning BINGO! All participants of BINGO also get to search for lucky coins around the school to redeem for candy!

Proceeds will go to the GWCS Outdoor Spring 'Petting Zoo' Assembly! Thank you for your contribution!

WHAT & WHEN

St. Patty’s Day Lunchtime BINGO FUNdraiser

Thursday, March 17, 2022

DURING LUNCH

12:15 pm - 12:45 pm

COST & PRIZES

1 Game = $5

2 Games = $10

3 Games = $12
(☘lucky discount☘)

$$ pay with CASH paid to Ms. Kohler $$

Gift Cards for first place winners of each game!

All participants of BINGO get to search for lucky coins around the school to redeem for candy!

SIGN UP TODAY

☘☘☘ Click Here ☘☘☘

to complete the Google Form Signup

May The Luck Of The Irish Be With You!

QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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SIGN UP TODAY - VERY LIMITED SPACE…

Lake Accotink Park Habitat Restoration!

Saturday, March 19, 2022
8:45 am - 11:00 am 

COYOTES CARE! 

Join Ms. Kohler for a community service event at Lake Accotink Park.  This event is planned by Fairfax County and there is LIMITED SPACE!  If interested, sign up with Fairfax County (step 1 below) TODAY!

What:

Invasive plant removal at Lake Accotink Park.  Did you know that invasive plants are a huge threat to local wildlife, including migrating birds? Help out these creatures by volunteering to remove invasive plants and restore habitat! 

Who:

GWCS teachers, staff, students, parents, siblings, grandparents and friends.

Location: 

Lake Accotink Park
7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA 22150
For accurate GPS directions to parking lot and meeting place, use coordinates: 38.793938,-77.215145

STEP 1:

  1. Click this link: Fairfax County Volunteering Calendar

  2. Go to March 19, 2022

  3. Select 9am - 11am Lake Accotink Park Habitat Restoration - Springfield

  4. Click Sign Up

  5. Option: Login (if you have registered in the past) or New Volunteer

  6. Complete sign-up process

STEP 2:

Sign up using link below so that Ms. Kohler can plan for who to expect.

Meeting Place:

GWCS Coyotes will gather at the Merry-Go-Round at Lake Accotink at 8:45 am.  For accurate GPS directions to the parking lot and meeting place, use coordinates: 38.793938,-77.215145

Wear:

Sunscreen, long sleeved shirt and long pants, socks, and closed toe shoes.  All of which can get dirty! Optional hat, sunglasses, bug spray (probably not needed in March) 

Bring:

Water bottle - filled :)
Ms. Kohler will provide gloves, but feel free to bring your own.

Rain or Shine?

If inclement weather cancels this event, you will receive an email notification (if you signed up below).  

Reminder - Log Your Community Service Hours:

In order to receive credit for your community service hours you must complete this GWCS form upon completion of any community service event.

Sign Up Below:

After completing step one, add your name to the list of GWCS participants by clicking the link below so that you will receive any GWCS related event changes or updates.

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c084baaa722a1fd0-lake

Questions?  Contact:

Ms. Kohler
kohlerja@gwcommunityschool.com

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STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP…

April 29 - May 1, 2022

Yes, you read that right! The Blackfriars Playhouse is opening! After years of a COVID hiatus, GWCS students are invited to join Mr. Goldie and Ms. N-O on a road-trip down to Staunton, Virginia to take-in two Shakespeare plays, learn Shakespeare combat tricks, attend a graduate lecture, tour the theatre, eat at Staunton’s best restaurants, wander around the historic town, consume ice cream every night, and stop to romp around the Frontier Culture Museum on the way home.

Interested?

Please send in a check or pay by credit card today. See payment info below.

itinerary:

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL STAUNTON SHAKESPEARE TRIP ITINERARY


QUESTIONS? CONTACT:

Mr. Goldie
goldiera@gwcommunityschool.com


GWCS Shakespeare Trip Flashbacks…

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ATTENTION UNDERCLASSMEN FAMILIES…

2022-2023 ENROLLMENT CONTRACTs
DUE: FRIDAY, MARCH 18TH!

Dear Parents & Guardians of GWCS Underclassmen:

You should have received paper copies of next year’s enrollment contract and tuition fee schedule in your mailbox. Click buttons below for a preview or to print, if needed. Enrollment forms are also available on the Parent Portal page of the GWCS website.

DUE DATE:

Signed contracts and enrollment fee payment for next year are due by Friday, March 18, 2022.

QUESTIONS?

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

ENROLLMENT CONTRACT
TUITION FEE SCHEDULE

THIS SURVEY WILL ONLY TAKE A MOMENT…

But the impact for GWCS will be huge!

YOU COULD WIN $1,000!

DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2022

Have you had a great year at GWCS?  Share your experience and be entered in Niche.com’s School Survey Sweepstakes for a chance to win $1000!  Open to students, parents, and recent alumni.

Step 1: Go to https://www.niche.com/k12/school-survey-sweepstakes/

Step 2: Select Virginia as the state and Search for “The GW Community School”

Step 3: Click on “Start Survey”

Step 4: Leave us a review!

Your responses are anonymous and will be displayed on Niche to help promote GWCS as a great school. 

Thank you for your support!

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ATTENTION ALL GWCS JUNIOR & SENIOR FAMILIES…

REGARDING YOUR DECISION: CO-OPS -or- OBX

Roger Muntu at Voice of America in 2019 with GWCS student intern, Ciara O’Brien. Yes, the same Roger Muntu who used to teach at GWCS and still DJs GWCS dances! https://www.voanews.com/

Email sent 3.9.2022

From: Nunez-Oliver, Maria
Sent: Wednesday, March 9, 2022 2:21 PM
To: Junior Parents, Senior Parents
Subject: Internships for Juniors and Seniors

Hi all,

A couple of things regarding internships this coming spring.  As I mentioned in my previous email and in the WYNK, this year we are asking you and your students to set up their internship for fourth quarter, but because of the extent of OBX programming we are doing this year, I will need to know if your student is participating in either OBX or has a confirmed internship no later than April 1, 2022. If I have not received a confirmation of internship with the following information, I will be enrolling your student in OBX for fourth quarter.

I’ve spoken to some of our previous contacts, and unfortunately due to a mix of COVID-precautions, people working remotely, and other circumstances, most of our former contacts for internships are unable to host a GWCS intern this year.  We had expected that this would happen, so this year I am doing my absolute best to keep us off-campus and having big experiences for our OBXs this spring.  Please note that either option your student will be receiving an Elective/Career Tech credit for, and many of our Juniors and Seniors have never participated in GWCS’ OBX pre-covid, so they will have a far different experience this year should they opt to be in OBX. 

Some things to keep in mind when it comes to organizing internships for your child:

  • Internships must occur on Fridays, starting April 15th and having their last day be June 3rd

  • Organizations should have our interns be on site from somewhere between 8 am and 5 pm

  • When you have organized an internship for your student, please send me the following information:

  1. Organization Name

  2. Organization Type

  3. Main Point of Contact for Internship & Their Contact Information

  4. Address & Phone Number

  5. Start/Stop Time for Interns (if you know it- otherwise I will ask them directly)

I will then be reaching out to the student’s supervisor/contact at their internship for some follow up questions for us to keep on file. 

I know I’ve already spoken with some of you, but please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions regarding the internship program.

Warmly,
Maria

Maria "M" Nuñez-Oliver (she/her)
Director of Operations 

LINK TO INFO SHEET ON BOTH CO-OPS & OBX:

4TH QUARTER EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING - OBX & Co-ops

Note: 4th Quarter Experiential Learning Fridays at GWCS are mandatory and students do earn credit. The option offered this year is for juniors and seniors to choose between OBX and Co-Ops.

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NEW YORK TIMES PODCAST CONTEST

Ms. Warden’s 5th & 6th period English classes are participating in the New York Times Annual Student Podcast Contest. In preparation, special guest speaker, Mr. Roger Muntu, International Broadcast ——- for Voice of America talked with and answered student questions. Read the most recent GWCS News Blog Post about the podcast contest and our guest speaker.

 
 

LOOKING FOR A SUMMER CAMP FOR YOUR MIDDLE SCHOOLER? LOOK NO FARTHER!

Summer Cove - Middle School Summer Camp (held at GWCS) includes eight one-week sessions from 6/21 - 8/12 and offers so many topics to choose from! This is a fun, creative, engaging summer camp that has been held in the GWCS building since 2016 (except for COVID 2020 summer).

https://www.summercovenova.com/

 
 

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…

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.

Back to Top

GOT KALE?

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

ORDER GWCS SPIRITWEAR FROM ROKKITWEAR
ORDER GWCS CLASS OF 2022 SPIRITWEAR

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Thank you for reading all the way to the end!