GHS Announcements for Thursday, January 28, 2021
GHS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2021
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
School pictures will be held TOMORROW January 29th! Packets will be handed out during SRT soon. ROA/Merit students may come at any point on the 29th between 8:30AM-2:00PM if they wish to get their picture taken! If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Wolfe at awolfe@goshenschools.org.
Yearbook:
Miss seeing all of your friends’ faces? We do too. Get the GHS yearbook to keep this crazy year’s memories all in one place! The 2020-21 yearbook is currently only $60. Buy now at jostens.com before the prices go up!
Looking for work?
Miso Japan Fine Dining on Pike St. in Goshen is looking for smile faces, opening positions: part time cashier $11/hr for start. Apply walk in 2:00-4:15 pm Tuesday- Thursday.
Maplecrest Animal Hospital is seeking part-time kennel attendants. Applicants must be available evenings, some weekends, and some holidays. It usually works out to about 8-12 days per month, with about 3-4 hours per work “day”. Salary starts at $8.75/hr. Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Dog and Cat care (feeding, walking, giving medication)
- General Cleaning
- Restocking medical supplies
The real “benefit” is the interactions between the veterinarians and the kennel staff. If the candidate has an interest in the veterinary profession, interesting cases will be shared with the students. Interested candidates please fill out an application at: Maplecrest Animal Hospital 1214 N. Main St Goshen, IN 46528.
ATTENTION SENIORS (AND JUNIORS GRADUATING EARLY):
All students participating in the graduation ceremony are expected to have a cap, gown, and tassel. Orders will now have a late fee applied.
- Here is the link to purchase the cap/gown/tassel package. The cost before sales tax is $29.95. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1073026/Goshen-High-School/-/1351904766/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/1351904802/
- Some of you have older siblings and will reuse their cap and gown. Here is the link to purchase only a tassel. The cost before sales tax is $8.95. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1073026/Goshen-High-School/-/1351904766/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Souvenir-Tassel/1351904849/
If you have any questions or need financial assistance please contact Mrs. Jenny Clark – jclark@staff.goshenschools.org
SCHOLARSHIPS:
Kiwanis Indiana Foundation, Inc. Scholarship – Information is in the student counseling office. You must be attending a college in Indiana to qualify. Due 3/5/21.
William Tuffs Chapter DAR Scholarship – Applications are in the student counseling office. Qualifications: You must be a citizen of the United States and must be attending a college or technical school in the state of Indiana. Due 3/15/21.
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Laura A. Kindig Scholarship – Applications are in the student counseling office. You must be going into the medical field to apply. Due 4/15/21.
MEETINGS DURING SRT:
- KEY CLUB: Our next meeting is February 4 during SRT. It will be in the auditorium. If you have not yet turned in your application or dues you still can. Please try to get them to Mrs. Dubash in room 2210 by Friday since this in when she will be submitting dues to Key Club International. If you need an application they are outside of room 2210. Dues are $20.00.
- Join BC2M! BC2M is an activity based group that focuses on education about mental health. Our next meeting is Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2nd session of SRT in the learning commons classroom. Grab and friend and join us!
SPORTS:
In Sports Action Today:
- The girls’ JV and Varsity basketball teams will compete against Mishawaka High School at GHS in the Main Gym starting at 6:00PM. The Varsity game to follow at 7:30PM.
- The boys’ swim team will compete in NLC prelims at Northridge High School starting at 6:00PM.
- The boys’ freshman basketball team will compete against Carroll at Carroll High School in Ft. Wayne starting at 6:30PM.
- The girls’ C basketball team will compete against Carroll at Carroll High School in Ft. Wayne starting at 6:30PM.
Out of Season Activities:
- Any girls interested in trying out for the tennis team for the first time this spring should contact Coach Love to get more information. Go to the Girls Tennis page on goshenredhawks.org to send him an email.
- The GHS boys’ golf team is actively looking for players for their spring season coming up March through May 2021. No matter what your skill level, or how many rounds of golf you’ve played, the GHS boys’ golf team is looking for you. Be a part of our team, play golf every day after school and develop friendships and skills that will benefit you in the future. Golf is a game you will take with you your entire life. From beginners to the most experienced golfer, there is a spot for you on our team. Learn more about joining the GHS golf team by emailing head coach Brent Randall at brentrandall@goshenschools.orgGet on board and join our team as we get ready for this spring.
- Any boys who are interested in boys’ track and field this year, please contact Coach Kauffman at lmkauffman@goshenschools.org and let him know the following information: Name, cell phone number, and events that you are interested in competing in. There will be workouts in the Warehouse for any boys track athlete wanting to Pole Vault, High Jump, Long Jump, and Shot Put. These sessions will be held Monday’s and Tuesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm.
- Any girl interested in volleyball should be attending morning workouts with Coach Miller 2 days a week.
- Any boy interested in playing football in the fall should attend off-season workouts on Mondays and Wednesday’s in the weight room from 3:45-5pm. You must have a physical on file to participate.
For athletic hub:
For those kids who need to take a bus from eLearning at home to athletic practices at GHS or GMS, here are the pick-up times and locations:
- Prairie View-2:35PM
- Chamberlain-2:50PM
- West Goshen-3:00PM
- Model-3:05PM
- GMS drop off-3:15PM
- GHS drop off-3:25PM
The bus will have internet access and the kids will be expected to be online in class while on the bus. Coaches are also analyzing current practice start times, as we may start 15 – 30 minutes later to allow for travel from home to practices.
Winter sport Athletic tickets and Pay/view:
- Now that attendance is not an option, all varsity/JV basketball games in the main gym and swimming at the GMS Aquatic Center will be live streamed for free. Visit goshenredhawks.org and the Ticket Info/Boosters tab for the link.
For winter sports, we are currently in a situation where only families of participating student-athletes have access to tickets. This is re-evaluated week by week and when we are able to return to 25% of capacity, we will then be able to offer tickets to students and staff. Staff ID’s will not be honored for admission unless the staff has been notified by the athletic department.