GHS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2016                                

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Auditions for the spring musical “Camelot” will begin TOMORROW afternoon.  All those wishing to audition should come prepared to sing 60 to 90 seconds of a song of your choice.  It can be anything!  We will have an accompanist.  So bring your favorite Christmas song, fight song, Broadway song or even a hymn and audition after school TOMORROW.  This is going to be another outstanding GHS production!

Students should take a look at their 2^nd semester schedules in Skyward, within the next two weeks.  Please do this as soon as possible.  If there is a missing period in your schedule or a class you are no longer taking please fill out the “Schedule Issue” form and return it to guidance.  You can get these form from teachers, your SRT teacher or the guidance office.  Please do this by December 9^th.  Guidance will not make student request changes when we return in January, only teacher change requests.  Your schedule must be changed before you leave for Christmas break. We are trying to eliminate starting the 2^nd semester with a lot of changes.  We know there will be some changes if you fail a class, or a teacher makes a recommendation for a change in placement.  Don’t wait until the last minute, the class you want may be full!

IHSAA Student-Athlete Tip of the Week:  Do you set goals for yourself in the classroom and in your sport?  Do you follow through at the end of your grading period and the conclusion of your sport’s season and grade your results?  For the student who may be struggling, or the athlete that is going through a slump, have you ever thought of setting short term goals?  Short term goals are easier to track and they can supply instant gratification and encouragement if you achieve them.  If you are having a tough challenge or not achieving the playing time and results you desire, think about setting short term goals that challenge you in the short term.  Whether it’s to work harder, make your teammates better or just impressing your coach, do the things necessary to separate yourself from the others on your team!

Any student interested in competing in this year’s National Shakespeare Competition should see Mr. Garvin in room 2220 prior to finals week.  Get the information so you have time to practice over break!

The guidance office has received the Knights of Pythias Scholarship and the AXA Achievement Scholarship.  Stop in for more information.

The INSPIRE Scholarship is available on-line through the Community Foundation of Elkhart County.  INSPIRE will award a $3,000 per year renewable scholarship to students attending a 2-year or 4-year degree program, but you MUST meet the criteria for applying (GPA between 2.0 and 3.75 ONLY, leadership skills,  are service minded, and have career goals.  You must also have been a resident of Elkhart County for a minimum of four years).  Go to InspiringGood.org to PRINT OUT the application packet which must be submitted to your Guidance Counselor no later than this Thursday.   Please note that 2 Evaluations from adults are required!

If you missed the Marine Biology meeting and are interested in the trip, see one of the Weavers in room 3050 to pick up an application.  Don’t delay!  There is a large interest in this year’s trip.  If you want to be considered, pick up your application form and return it as soon as possible!

Ski Club:  Don’t forget that forms and money are due by Friday, December 16^th.  Also, if you are interested in ordering ski club apparel, see Mrs. Clark for an order form.  Apparel orders are also due December 16^th.

The Super Mileage Club will meet TODAY from 3:40-5:00 p.m. in room 8010.

Homework help is available every Tuesday and Thursday in the media center from 3:45-5:00 p.m.  A bus will be available around 5:10 p.m. if you need a ride home.  It will pick you up at the south end of circle drive by the flag pole.  This is a great opportunity if you just need a little extra time or even just a quiet place to do your homework at the end of the day.

Please stop by the commons area (either by the cafeteria or outside the main office) during lunch if you are interested is speaking to the following:

• 12/5 All Star Driver Education
• 12/5 Lippert Components
• 3/15 Aces Exchange Student Program

The Ultimate Frisbee Club meets after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45-5:00 p.m. on the administration field.  If you’re interested in learning how to play the sport of Ultimate Frisbee, you can pick up your required paperwork from Mr. Snyder in the choir office, Mr. Brubaker, Lucas Kauffman, or Mrs. Stealy in the main office.  The paperwork should be turned in to Lucas Kauffman the first time you attend.

MEETINGS DURING SRT:

There will be an informational meeting TODAY for anyone interested in softball in the main gym during the 2^nd session of SRT.

Key Club will meet in the cafeteria on Thursday during the 2^nd session of SRT.

SPORTS SCORES:

The girls basketball C team defeated Westview 46-16.  The leading scorer was Jaylene Caranza with 16 points.  They lost to Mishawaka 20-24.  Vanessa Lopez led the night with nine points.  The team also lost to Elkhart Memorial 17-6.

IN SPORTS ACTION TODAY:

The boys and girls JV and varsity swim/dive teams will compete at Concord at 5:00 p.m.  Go RedHawks!