nnouncement: JUNIORS: Make sure that if you want a partial day schedule next year that you have your INTERNSHIP application in by Feb 28th. Applications are available online, in the counseling office, and in the Internship Office in Room 1157. The application requires a resume and cover letter and recommendations so don’t wait until the last minute to pick up an application. Please see Ms. Shaw if you have any questions. And don’t forget…have that application in before Feb 28th.
Announcement: If you are graduating with the Class of 2020 the FAFSA is due no later than March 1, 2020. Please make certain to set up your MDCAPS account by March 1 as well!
Announcement: Reminder for the class of 2020: Please let the College Career Center know about any admissions responses you have received from any of the colleges and universities you have applied to, as well as any scholarships and grants you have been awarded.
Announcement: Today is the indoor track and field state championships. The team has qualified eight individual participants today. Coach Adams asked that you join him in wishing the track team the best of luck today at the state finals.
Announcement: Attention staff and students, the Media Center is celebrating Twenty-Eight Days of Hidden Figures. Raise your awareness about African American unsung heroes and heroines. Come by the Media Center to uncover a different Hidden Figure each day in the month of February.
Announcement: Not sure what to read next? Looking for something new and exciting? Something tried and true? Try a Blind Date! The Media Center has selected a diverse assortment of books from a variety of genres for your reading pleasure. Check one out and take it home – you never know what you’ll find inside. It might be the best book you’ve ever read or just a brief encounter that makes you laugh. Stop by the Media Center today to try a Blind Date with a Book!
Announcement: Interested in earning SSL hours? The Gaithersburg Book Festival is a fun way to earn up to 8 hrs. in a day! Come by the Media Center to fill out a form or visit our Quick Links on the Media Center Home page.
Announcement: The Media Center is featuring books recently recognized by Voices of Young Advocates Magazine as The Perfect Tens. VOYA magazine is the leading library journal dedicated to the needs of young adult librarians, the advocacy of young adults, and the promotion of young adult literature and reading. Please stop by to see our display.
Announcement: Spring track preseason conditioning starts tomorrow February 19, after school. Please see Coach Adams in room 3074 for more details. Also there will be a spring track interest meeting this Thursday February 20 after school. If you’re interested in running Spring track please see Coach Adams for detail
Announcement: SADD meets Thursday at lunch in room 3060. All are welcome. See Miss Ward with any questions.
Announcement: The Board Game Club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 3034. Please see Mr. Payne in room 3034 for a lunch pass.
Announcement: Drama Club meets on Wednesdays during lunch in Room 1095
Announcement: Do you like solving puzzles and adventure? Hope to see you at the Geocaching Club on Thursday’s during lunch in room 2090.
Announcement: The Sewing Club is cancelled today. The Sewing Club meets on Tuesday at 2:40 in room 2039.
Announcement: Food for Thought is cancelled tomorrow. Food for Thought meetings are Wednesdays after school from 2:40-3:30 in room 2039. Come see how to help feed the homeless and learn to cook.
Announcement: GHS Millionaire's Club will meet today during lunch in room 2024. We are starting a new investment game this semester! Come join the game and learn about investing and other financial topics. All are welcomed.
The Millionaires Club meets the first and third Mondays of the month in Room 2024 during lunch. The purpose of this club is to encourage and promote financial and investment literacy by utilizing a stock market simulation and engaging students in practical discussions that will increase their personal financial knowledge
Announcement: The Academy of Business Management and Finance meets the second Thursday of the month at lunch in room 2024. 2/13
Announcement: The Pride Alliance meets on Friday’s during lunch in room 1124. Note the room change.
Announcement: The Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3066. (Note the room change). Please see Ms. Sabatino in 3083 if you need a lunch pass, or want more information.
Announcement: The Minority Scholars Program meets every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 2088. Please see Mrs. Fairclough in room 2088 for further details.
Announcement: A Better You will meet on Mondays at lunch in the wellness center conference room. Bring a friend and enjoy a cupcake!
Announcement: The Writing Center is open for all students during lunch and REM in room 2091.
Announcement: The new Black-Eyed Susan Book Nominees are here! Stop by the Media Center to check them out. Have you been turning in your Black-Eyed Susan book logs? Read 3 BES books in a category, vote for your favorite author & enter in a prize drawing. Don't delay, you can submit your book logs online by visiting the Media Center website and clicking on the Black-Eyed Susan tab!
Announcement: Poder meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3012. Please see Mr. Acosta for passes and more details. Refreshments will be served.
Announcement: The Comic Book Club meets on Thursday during lunch in 2004. If you are interested, come by 2004 before then to get a pass, and we’ll see you then.
Announcement: The Trojan Puzzle Enthusiasts club meets in Room 2080 on Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch. Please see Mr. Bierly, Mrs. Portell, Mrs. Farrow, or Mr. Murray for a pass.
Announcement: There will be a free dental event occurring at Wisteria Dental Care clinic located in Germantown on Saturday, February 22 from 9am-5pm. This is open to all children ages 0-18 who do not have insurance. Anyone interested, please stop by the health room to get more information.
Announcement: Are you considering joining a branch of the US Military? Have you taken the ASVAB exam yet? Have you taken the ASVAB and are unhappy with your scores? If so, testing will take place March 10 at Sherwood and Monday, March 30 here at GHS. Permission slips will be available beginning Feb. 24.
Announcement: Represent your culture during International Night! We are looking for any person or group who can put on a 2-minute show to share their culture through performance. Auditions will be held on February 20 after school in the PAC. See Mrs. Neidlinger with questions.
Announcement: DUAL ENROLLMENT at Montgomery College
Dual Enrollment is for motivated HS students ready for new challenges, and interested in getting a head start on earning college credit. Next Fall there will be three MC courses offered at GHS taught by MC Professors during Periods 7 & 8. The first step is to apply to Montgomery College. The Application Fee for MC is waived through April 15, so now is a great time to apply! Financial assistance and an MC HS Grant is available to qualifying students for Dual Enrollment courses. See Karla Berggren, Dual Enrollment Program Assistant, in Room 2007, 8:00am to 12:00pm for information. Karla_L_Berggren@mcpsmd.org
The summer job fair is TONIGHT starting at 6:30 at the basketball game! Come get information about working for Montgomery Village Foundation, City of Gaithersburg Recreation, Aquatics and Mini Golf, American Pool, Global Children's Center, Excel Beyond the Bell, and Huntington Learning Centers.
Please sign up to sell concessions at basketball games:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A4EAEAE23A02-girlsboys10
Announcement: SADD meets Thursday at lunch in room 3060. All are welcome. See Miss Ward with any questions.
Announcement: The Chess Club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 3034. Please see Mr. Payne in room 3034 a lunch pass.
Announcement: Drama Club meets on Wednesdays during lunch in Room 1095
Announcement: Do you like solving puzzles and adventure? Hope to see you at the Geocaching Club on Thursday’s during lunch in room 2090.
Announcement: The Sewing Club meets on Tuesday at 2:40 in room 2039.
Announcement: Food for Thought meetings are Wednesdays after school from 2:40-3:30 in room 2039. Come see how to help feed the homeless and learn to cook.
Announcement: The Millionaires Club meets the first and third Mondays of the month in Room 2024 during lunch. The purpose of this club is to encourage and promote financial and investment literacy by utilizing a stock market simulation and engaging students in practical discussions that will increase their personal financial knowledge
Announcement: The Academy of Business Management and Finance meets the second Thursday of the month at lunch in room 2024. 2/13
Announcement: The Pride Alliance meets on Friday’s during lunch in room 1124. Note the room change.
Announcement: The Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3066. (Note the room change). Please see Ms. Sabatino in 3083 if you need a lunch pass, or want more information.
Announcement: The Minority Scholars Program meets every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in
Announcement: A Better You will meet on Mondays at lunch in the wellness center conference room. Bring a friend and enjoy a cupcake!
Center is open for all students during lunch and REM in room 2091.
Announcement: The new Black-Eyed Susan Book Nominees are here! Stop by the Media Center to check them out. Have you been turning in your Black-Eyed Susan book logs? Read 3 BES books in a category, vote for your favorite author & enter in a prize drawing. Don't delay, you can submit your book logs online by visiting the Media Center website and clicking on the Black-Eyed Susan tab!
Announcement: Poder meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3012. Please see Mr. Acosta for passes and more details. Refreshments will be served.
Announcement: The Comic Book Club meets on Thursday during lunch in 2004. If you are interested, come by 2004 before then to get a pass, and we’ll see you then.
Announcement: The Trojan Puzzle Enthusiasts club meets in Room 2080 on Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch. Please see Mr. Bierly, Mrs. Portell, Mrs. Farrow, or Mr. Murray for a pass.
Announcement: There will be a free dental event occurring at Wisteria Dental Care clinic located in Germantown on Saturday, February 22 from 9am-5pm. This is open to all children ages 0-18 who do not have insurance. Anyone interested, please stop by the health room to get more information.
Announcement Attention all seniors! Senior lock In has been rescheduled for March 6th due to lack of tickets sales. Tickets sales will continue this week in the cafeteria during lunch. If we don’t get enough ticket sales by Feb. 14th we will cancel the event. So buy your tickets.
Announcement: If you have left ceramic projects from last semester in Ms. Lunceford’s room please pick them up by next Friday.
Announcement: Reminder for the class of 2020: If you have not received an admissions response from any of the colleges and universities you have applied to, or if schools have requested that you provide mid-year grades, please complete a mid-year transcript request as soon as possible. Forms are in the counseling office.
Announcement: Are you considering joining a branch of the US Military? Have you taken the ASVAB exam yet? Have you taken the ASVAB and are unhappy with your scores? If so, please see Ms. Sliffman in the College Career Center for more information about testing in February and March. Feb. 12 at Clarksburg, March 10 at Sherwood and Monday, March 30 here at GHS.
Announcement: Represent your culture during International Night! We are looking for any person or group who can put on a 2-minute show to share their culture through performance. Auditions will be held on February 20 after school in the PAC. See Mrs. Neidlinger with questions.
Announcement: Attention all students!!! A new service-oriented club in the community is looking for a student intern. That person would be responsible for social media and secretarial responsibilities. You must enjoy meeting and talking to others and attending events. Interested? Stop by Ms. Nardin's room in 1115 to learn more!
Announcement: DUAL ENROLLMENT at Montgomery College
Dual Enrollment is for motivated HS students ready for new challenges, and interested in getting a head start on earning college credit. Next Fall there will be three MC courses offered at GHS taught by MC Professors during Periods 7 & 8. The first step is to apply to Montgomery College. The Application Fee for MC is waived through April 15, so now is a great time to apply! Financial assistance and an MC HS Grant is available to qualifying students for Dual Enrollment courses.
Announcement: Are you interested in learning more about how electrochemical biosensors can be used to help diagnose oral diseases? Dr. Nikki of the American Dental Association will be visiting GHS during REM on February 11th to discuss her work in designing sensors that can detect both periodontal diseases and cancer! If you are interested in attending please see Mr. Edmiston for a REM pass.
Announcement: The rampant use of Artificial Intelligence has changed how we interact with the world around us. Dr. Jason of NIST will be visiting GHS during REM on February 13th to discuss how AI is changing research in the physical sciences by alleviating humans from mundane tasks so that they may spend more time thinking creatively. If you are interested in attending please see Mr. Edmiston for a REM pass.
Announcement: JUNIORS: Make sure that if you want a partial day schedule next year that you have your INTERNSHIP application in by Feb 28th. Applications are available online, in the counseling office, and in the Internship Office in Room 1157. The application requires a resume and cover letter and recommendations so don’t wait until the last minute to pick up an application. Please see Ms. Shaw if you have any questions. And don’t forget…have that application in before Feb 28th.
Announcement: Attention staff and students, the Media Center is celebrating Twenty-Eight Days of Hidden Figures. Raise your awareness about African American unsung heroes and heroines. Come by the Media Center to uncover a different Hidden Figure each day in the month of February.
Announcement: Attention job seeking students! The PTA will be hosting a job fair during the basketball game next Tuesday night! It begins at 6:30pm and it will be located in the Trophy Hall outside the basketball game. There will be many employers there looking for summer employees!
Announcement: Sources of Strength is hosting a free Pal-entine's Day event during lunch on Friday, February 14th in the senior pit. Everyone has "sources of strength", and one strength is "Positive Friends". Join us to celebrate your Positive Friends by taking fun photos together and by writing nice notes to the friends you care about! Hope to see you there!
Announcement: There will be a Co-Ed and Boys Volleyball interest meeting in room 1156 on Thursday, February 13th at lunch. Please stop by if you're interested in playing volleyball in the Spring! See Ms. Scott or Mr. Gant with any questions.
Announcement: Not sure what to read next? Looking for something new and exciting? Something tried and true? Try a Blind Date! The Media Center has selected a diverse assortment of books from a variety of genres for your reading pleasure. Check one out and take it home – you never know what you’ll find inside. It might be the best book you’ve ever read or just a brief encounter that makes you laugh. Stop by the Media Center today to try a Blind Date with a Book!
Announcement: Interested in earning SSL hours? The Gaithersburg Book Festival is a fun way to earn up to 8 hrs. in a day! Come by the Media Center to fill out a form or visit our Quick Links on the Media Center Home page.
Announcement: If you need WIDA testing, please go the Media Center now.
Announcement: Today is a REGULAR day - all periods 1,2,3,4, lunch, 6,7,8.
Black History Quote of the Day brought to you by the GHS Black Student Union:
- I guess you lose some and win some, as long as the outcome is income” -Aubrey Drake Graham
nnouncement: The SADD meeting is cancelled this Thursday, Feb. 6. SADD meets Thursday at lunch in room 3060. All are welcome. See Miss Ward with any questions.
Announcement: The Chess Club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 3034. Please see Mr. Payne in room 3034 a lunch pass.
Announcement: Drama Club is cancelled today. Drama Club meets on Wednesdays during lunch in Room 1095
Announcement: Do you like solving puzzles and adventure? Hope to see you at the Geocaching Club on Thursday’s during lunch in room 2090.
Announcement: The Sewing Club meets on Tuesday at 2:40 in room 2039.
Announcement: Food for Thought meetings are Wednesdays after school from 2:40-3:30 in room 2039. Come see how to help feed the homeless and learn to cook.
Announcement: The Millionaires Club meets the first and third Mondays of the month in Room 2024 during lunch. The purpose of this club is to encourage and promote financial and investment literacy by utilizing a stock market simulation and engaging students in practical discussions that will increase their personal financial knowledge
Announcement: The Academy of Business Management and Finance meets the second Thursday of the month at lunch in room 2024. 2/13
Announcement: The Pride Alliance meets on Friday’s during lunch in room 1124. Note the room change.
Announcement: The Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3072. Please see Ms. Sabatino in 3083 if you need a lunch pass, or want more information.
Announcement: The Minority Scholars Program meets every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 2088. Please see Mrs. Fairclough in room 2088 for further details.
Announcement: A Better You will meet on Mondays at lunch in the wellness center conference room. Bring a friend and enjoy a cupcake!
Announcement: The new Black-Eyed Susan Book Nominees are here! Stop by the Media Center to check them out. Have you been turning in your Black-Eyed Susan book logs? Read 3 BES books in a category, vote for your favorite author & enter in a prize drawing. Don't delay, you can submit your book logs online by visiting the Media Center website and clicking on the Black-Eyed Susan tab!
Announcement: Poder meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3012. Please see Mr. Acosta for passes and more details. Refreshments will be served.
Announcement: The Comic Book Club meets on Thursday during lunch in 2004. If you are interested, come by 2004 before then to get a pass, and we’ll see you then.
Announcement: The Trojan Puzzle Enthusiasts club meets in Room 2080 on Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch. Please see Mr. Bierly, Mrs. Portell, Mrs. Farrow, or Mr. Murray for a pass.
Announcement: There will be a free dental event occurring at Wisteria Dental Care clinic located in Germantown on February 22 from 9am-5pm. This is open to all children ages 0-18 who do not have insurance. Anyone interested, please stop by the health room to get more information.
Announcement Attention all seniors! Senior lock In has been rescheduled for March 6th due to lack of tickets sales. Tickets sales will continue from Feb 10th -Feb.14th in the cafeteria during lunch. If we don’t get enough ticket sales by Feb. 14th we will cancel the event. So buy your tickets.
Announcement: If you have left ceramic projects from last semester in Ms. Lunceford’s room please pick them up by 2/14/20.
Announcement: Reminder for the class of 2020: If you have not received an admissions response from any of the colleges and universities you have applied to, or if schools have requested that you provide mid-year grades, please complete a mid-year transcript request as soon as possible. Forms are in the counseling office.
Announcement: Are you considering joining a branch of the US Military? Have you taken the ASVAB exam yet? Have you taken the ASVAB and are unhappy with your scores? If so, please see Ms. Sliffman in the College Career Center for more information about testing in February and March. Feb. 4 at Watkins Mill, Feb. 12 at Clarksburg, March 10 at Sherwood and Monday, March 30 here at GHS.
Announcement: All members of the class of 2020: If you will be attending college in Maryland, including Montgomery College, it is imperative that you set up your MDCAPS account. For more information stop by Counseling or the College Career Center. This is the only way to be eligible for the Community College Promise Program.
Announcement: Represent your culture during International Night! We are looking for any person or group who can put on a 2-minute show to share their culture through performance. Auditions will be held on February 20 after school in the PAC. See Mrs. Neidlinger with questions.
Announcement: You can pick up Outdoor Ed volunteer permission slips in the main office or the counseling office. They are due this Thursday, Feb. 6.
Announcement: Attention all students!!! A new service-oriented club in the community is looking for a student intern. That person would be responsible for social media and secretarial responsibilities. You must enjoy meeting and talking to others and attending events. Interested? Stop by Ms. Nardin's room in 1115 to learn more!
Dual Enrollment is for motivated HS students ready for new challenges, and interested in getting a head start on earning college credit. Next Fall there will be three MC courses offered at GHS taught by MC Professors during Periods 7 & 8. The first step is to apply to Montgomery College. The Application Fee for MC is waived through April 15, so now is a great time to apply! Financial assistance and an MC HS Grant is available to qualifying students for Dual Enrollment courses.
Announcement: Are you interested in learning more about how electrochemical biosensors can be used to help diagnose oral diseases? Dr. Nikki of the American Dental Association will be visiting GHS during REM on February 11th to discuss her work in designing sensors that can detect both periodontal diseases and cancer! If you are interested in attending please see Mr. Edmiston for a REM pass.
Announcement: The rampant use of Artificial Intelligence has changed how we interact with the world around us. Dr. Jason of NIST will be visiting GHS during REM on February 13th to discuss how AI is changing research in the physical sciences by alleviating humans from mundane tasks so that they may spend more time thinking creatively. If you are interested in attending please see Mr. Edmiston for a REM pass.
Announcement: There will be an interest meeting for Boys Tennis this Thursday during lunch in the dance studio.
Announcement: Attention staff and students, the Media Center is celebrating Twenty-Eight Days of Hidden Figures. Raise your awareness about African American unsung heroes and heroines. Come by the Media Center to uncov
Announcement: Reminder for the class of 2020: If you have not received an admissions response from any of the colleges and universities you have applied to, or if schools have requested that you provide mid-year grades, please complete a mid-year transcript request as soon as possible. Forms are in the counseling office.
Announcement: There will be a spring track interest meeting tomorrow after school in Coach Adams in 3076.
Announcement: Are you considering joining a branch of the US Military? Have you taken the ASVAB exam yet? Have you taken the ASVAB and are unhappy with your scores? If so, please see Ms. Sliffman in the College Career Center for more information about testing in February and March. Feb. 4 at Watkins Mill, Feb. 12 at Clarksburg, March 10 at Sherwood and Monday, March 30 here at GHS.
Announcement: All members of the class of 2020: If you will be attending college in Maryland, including Montgomery College, it is imperative that you set up your MDCAPS account. For more information stop by Counseling or the College Career Center. This is the only way to be eligible for the Community College Promise Program.
Announcement: Models & Co Club will be holding auditions for models in the dance studio during lunch this Thursday. Ladies bring your heels, gentlemen are welcome too. If you didn't get a chance to sign up, please come and audition.
Announcement: Attention SGA members, there will be a meeting next Tuesday Feb. 4th in room 1069 during lunch. We will be taking a group photo so wear blue for the photo.
Announcement: Attention all La Fuerza members: there will be a meeting next Tuesday Feb 4th to take a yearbook picture during lunch. Wear your La Fuerza shirt.
Announcement: There will be a brief Boys and Girls Tennis Team Meeting next Tuesday February 4th at Lunch in the Dance Studio. Any Students interested in trying out or playing tennis this spring should attend. Please see Coach Whitlow in the Boys PE office if you have any questions.
Announcement: Represent your culture during International Night! We are looking for any person or group who can put on a 2-minute show to share their culture through performance. Auditions will be held on February 20 after school in the PAC. See Mrs. Neidlinger with questions.
Announcement: You can pick up Outdoor Ed volunteer permission slips in the main office on Monday. They are due next Thursday, Feb. 6.
Announcement: The esports club will not meet today.
Announcement: Attention all students!!! A new service-oriented club in the community is looking for a student intern. That person would be responsible for social media and secretarial responsibilities. You must enjoy meeting and talking to others and attending events. Interested? Stop by Ms. Nardin's room in 1115 to learn more!
Announcement: The Students Against Destructive Decisions meets Thursday at lunch in room 3060. All are welcome. See Miss Ward with any questions.
Announcement: The Chess Club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 3034. Please see Mr. Payne in room 3034 a lunch pass.
Announcement: Drama Club meets on Wednesdays during lunch in Room 1095
Announcement: Do you like solving puzzles and adventure? Hope to see you at the Geocaching Club on Thursday’s during lunch in room 2090.
Announcement: The Sewing Club meets on Tuesday at 2:40 in room 2039.
Announcement: Food for Thought meetings are Wednesdays after school from 2:40-3:30 in room 2039. Come see how to help feed the homeless and learn to cook.
Announcement: The Millionaires Club meets the first and third Mondays of the month in Room 2024 during lunch. The purpose of this club is to encourage and promote financial and investment literacy by utilizing a stock market simulation and engaging students in practical discussions that will increase their personal financial knowledge
Announcement: The Academy of Business Management and Finance meets the second Thursday of the month at lunch in room 2024. 2/13
Announcement: The Pride Alliance meets on Friday’s during lunch in room 1124. Note the room change.
Announcement: Girls Who Code club meets today during lunch in 1102. Please wear your "Girls who code" T-shirts! Girls Cybersecurity club will also be meeting this Friday in 1102 during lunch. Please see Ms. Sultana in room 1102 if you have any questions.
Announcement: The Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3072. Please see Ms. Sabatino in 3083 if you need a lunch pass, or want more information.
Announcement: The Minority Scholars Program meets every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 2088. Please see Mrs. Fairclough in room 2088 for further details.
Announcement: A Better You will meet on Mondays at lunch in the wellness center conference room. Bring a friend and enjoy a cupcake!
Announcement: The Writing Center is open for all students during lunch and REM in room 2091.
Announcement: The new Black-Eyed Susan Book Nominees are here! Stop by the Media Center to check them out. Have you been turning in your Black-Eyed Susan book logs? Read 3 BES books in a category, vote for your favorite author & enter in a prize drawing. Don't delay, you can submit your book logs online by visiting the Media Center website and clicking on the Black-Eyed Susan tab!
Announcement: Poder meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3012. Please see Mr. Acosta for passes and more details. Refreshments will be served.
Announcement: The Comic Book Club meets on Thursday during lunch in 2004. If you are interested, come by 2004 before then to get a pass, and we’ll see you then.
Announcement: The Trojan Puzzle Enthusiasts club meets in Room 2080 on Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch. Please see Mr. Bierly, Mrs. Portell, Mrs. Farrow, or Mr. Murray for a pass.
Announcement: The Internship Program is currently accepting applications for next year. Please see Ms. Shaw in Room 1157 for more details. Applications can also be picked up outside of her office or can be found on the GHS Website. Talk to your counselor and Ms. Shaw to see how an Internship opportunity can help make you College & Career Ready.
Announcement: Attention seniors. If you are interested in taking a photo with your sibling for the yearbook, please see Mrs. Keres in room 1069 for more information. Also, seniors, it’s not too late to purchase a senior shirt. See Mrs. Keres for that too!
Announcement: There will be a free dental event occurring at Wisteria Dental Care clinic located in Germantown on February 22 from 9am-5pm. This is open to all children ages 0-18 who do not have insurance. Anyone interested, please stop by the health room to get more information.
Announcement: Attention all Seniors. The senior class is holding a Senior Lock In on February 7thfrom 9pm-5am. All proceeds will go to lowering the cost of the prom! Tickets are $10 and are on sale now in the cafeteria during lunch. Pick up a permission slip for the night in the main office. For more information see Ms. Keres in 1069.
Announcement: Permission slips for Dream It Be It are due!! Please drop them off at the College Career Center as soon as possible.
Announcement: Do you have any shoeboxes that you don’t need? If so, please bring them to Ms. Lunceford in 1067.
Attention senior parents: the deadline for senior ads in the yearbook is fast approaching. The deadline is Feb. 10th. This is your chance to recognize all the hard work and dedication your child has accomplished.
Here is the link https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=1066855
Eat Better Feel Better Help After Prom On Tuesday, February 4 do yourself and our kids some good by enjoying a treat at Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Anytime from 2:30 - 7:00pm. Simply show the attached flyer when you dine in or carry out and After Prom will get 15%.
The summer job fair is Feb 11 at the basketball game! Students come out for this chance to find a summer job! If you know of an employer who might be interested in coming please let Leah know at lbmontas@yahoo.com.
Please sign up to sell concessions at home basketball games:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A4EAEAE23A02-girlsboys10
Reminder for the class of 2020: If you have not received an admissions response from any of the colleges and universities you have applied to, or if schools have requested that you provide mid-year grades, please complete a mid-year transcript request as soon as possible. Forms are in the counseling office.
Announcement: There will be a spring track interest meeting tomorrow after school in Coach Adams in 3076.
Announcement: Are you considering joining a branch of the US Military? Have you taken the ASVAB exam yet? Have you taken the ASVAB and are unhappy with your scores? If so, please see Ms. Sliffman in the College Career Center for more information about testing in February and March. Feb. 4 at Watkins Mill, Feb. 12 at Clarksburg, March 10 at Sherwood and Monday, March 30 here at GHS.
Announcement: Link Generations will have their next meeting during lunch tomorrow, Thursday, January 30th in Room 3005. Remember, every meeting you attend counts towards your SSL hours. Please see Ms. Chevalier for a lunch pass.
Announcement: All members of the class of 2020: If you will be attending college in Maryland, including Montgomery College, it is imperative that you set up your MDCAPS account. For more information stop by Counseling or the College Career Center. This is the only way to be eligible for the Community College Promise Program.
Announcement: Models & Co Club will be holding auditions for models in the dance studio during lunch this Thursday. Ladies bring your heels, gentlemen are welcome too. If you didn't get a chance to sign up, please come and audition.
Announcement: Attention SGA members, there will be a meeting next Tuesday Feb. 4th in room 1069 during lunch. We will be taking a group photo so wear blue for the photo.
Announcement: Attention all La Fuerza members: there will be a meeting next Tuesday Feb 4th to take a yearbook picture during lunch. Wear your La Fuerza shirt.
Announcement: The esports club will not meet today.
Announcement: The Students Against Destructive Decisions meets Thursday at lunch in room 3060. All are welcome. See Miss Ward with any questions.
Announcement: The Chess Club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 3034. Please see Mr. Payne in room 3034 a lunch pass.
Announcement: Drama Club meets on Wednesdays during lunch in Room 1095
Announcement: Do you like solving puzzles and adventure? Hope to see you at the Geocaching Club on Thursday’s during lunch in room 2090.
Announcement: The Sewing Club meets on Tuesday at 2:40 in room 2039.
Announcement: Food for Thought meetings are Wednesdays after school from 2:40-3:30 in room 2039. Come see how to help feed the homeless and learn to cook.
Announcement: The Millionaires Club meets the first and third Mondays of the month in Room 2024 during lunch. The purpose of this club is to encourage and promote financial and investment literacy by utilizing a stock market simulation and engaging students in practical discussions that will increase their personal financial knowledge
Announcement: The Academy of Business Management and Finance meets the second Thursday of the month at lunch in room 2024. 2/13
Announcement: The Pride Alliance meets on Friday’s during lunch in room 1124. Note the room change.
Announcement: Girls Who Code club will meet this Friday during lunch in 1102. Please wear your "Girls who code" T-shirts! Girls Cybersecurity club will also be meeting this Friday in 1102 during lunch. Please see Ms. Sultana in room 1102 if you have any questions.
Announcement: The Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3072. Please see Ms. Sabatino in 3083 if you need a lunch pass, or want more information.
Announcement: The Minority Scholars Program meets every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 2088. Please see Mrs. Fairclough in room 2088 for further details.
Announcement: A Better You will meet on Mondays at lunch in the wellness center conference room. Bring a friend and enjoy a cupcake!
Announcement: The Writing Center is open for all students during lunch and REM in room 2091.
Announcement: The new Black-Eyed Susan Book Nominees are here! Stop by the Media Center to check them out. Have you been turning in your Black-Eyed Susan book logs? Read 3 BES books in a category, vote for your favorite author & enter in a prize drawing. Don't delay, you can submit your book logs online by visiting the Media Center website and clicking on the Black-Eyed Susan tab!
Announcement: Poder meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3012. Please see Mr. Acosta for passes and more details. Refreshments will be served.
Announcement: The Comic Book Club meets on Thursday during lunch in 2004. If you are interested, come by 2004 before then to get a pass, and we’ll see you then.
Announcement: The Trojan Puzzle Enthusiasts club meets in Room 2080 on Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch. Please see Mr. Bierly, Mrs. Portell, Mrs. Farrow, or Mr. Murray for a pass.
Announcement: The STEM-up meets today for the election of officers for the second semester.
Announcement: The Internship Program is currently accepting applications for next year. Please see Ms. Shaw in Room 1157 for more details. Applications can also be picked up outside of her office or can be found on the GHS Website. Talk to your counselor and Ms. Shaw to see how an Internship opportunity can help make you College & Career Ready.
Announcement: Attention seniors. If you are interested in taking a photo with your sibling for the yearbook, please see Mrs. Keres in room 1069 for more information. Also, seniors, it’s not too late to purchase a senior shirt. See Mrs. Keres for that too!
Announcement: There will be a free dental event occurring at Wisteria Dental Care clinic located in Germantown on February 22 from 9am-5pm. This is open to all children ages 0-18 who do not have insurance. Anyone interested, please stop by the health room to get more information.
Announcement: Attention all Seniors. The senior class is holding a Senior Lock In on February 7th from 9pm-5am. All proceeds will go to lowering the cost of the prom! Tickets are $10 and are on sale now in the cafeteria during lunch. Pick up a permission slip for the night in the main office. For more information see Ms. Keres in 1069.
Announcement: Permission slips for Dream It Be It are due!! Please drop them off at the College Career Center as soon as possible.
Announcement: Do you have any shoeboxes that you don’t need? If so, please bring them to Ms. Lunceford in 1067.
Announcement: Gaithersburg Middle School is looking for volunteers for Outdoor Ed. There is an interest meeting today during lunch in the counseling office. You must be in grades 10, 11 or 12th to participate. Please come join us to learn more about this exciting experience!
The summer job fair is Feb 11 at the basketball game! Students come out for this chance to find a summer job! If you know of an employer who might be interested in coming please let Leah know at lbmontas@yahoo.com.
Please sign up to sell concessions at home basketball games:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A4EAEAE23A02-girlsboys10
Announcement: Gaithersburg Middle School is looking for volunteers for Outdoor Ed. There will be an interest meeting this Thursday, January 30th during lunch in the counseling office. You must be in grades 10, 11 or 12th to participate. Please come join us to learn more about this exciting experience!
Announcement: SENIORS: please come fill out a mid-year transcript request form that can be found in the counseling office on Mrs. Koenick’s desk. A mid-year transcript is a transcript with your first semester grades that needs to be sent to any college you have not received a decision from yet or the college you have decided to attend in the fall. This form needs to be turned in as soon as possible.
Announcement: There will be a spring track interest meeting this Friday, January 31 after school in Coach Adams classroom 3076.
Announcement: E sports club is cancelled today.
Announcement: The Students Against Destructive Decisions meets Thursday at lunch in room 3060. All are welcome. See Miss Ward with any questions.
Announcement: The Chess Club will meet every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 3034. Please see Mr. Payne in room 3034 a lunch pass.
Announcement: Drama Club meets on Wednesdays during lunch in Room 1095
Announcement: Do you like solving puzzles and adventure? Hope to see you at the Geocaching Club on Thursday’s during lunch in room 2090.
Announcement: Sewing Club is cancelled today. The Sewing Club meets on Tuesday at 2:40 in room 2039.
Announcement: Food for Thought meetings are Wednesdays after school from 2:40-3:30 in room 2039. Come see how to help feed the homeless and learn to cook.
Announcement: The Millionaires Club meets the first and third Mondays of the month in Room 2024 during lunch. The purpose of this club is to encourage and promote financial and investment literacy by utilizing a stock market simulation and engaging students in practical discussions that will increase their personal financial knowledge
Announcement: The Academy of Business Management and Finance meets the second Thursday of the month at lunch in room 2024. 2/13
Announcement: The Pride Alliance meets on Friday’s during lunch in room 1123.
Announcement: Girls Who Code club meets on Fridays during lunch in room 1102. Girls Who Code is an exciting club for girls who are interested in computer science and coding!!! No experience with coding needed. Please see Ms. Sultana in room 1102 if you have any questions.
Announcement: The Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3072. Please see Ms. Sabatino in 3083 if you need a lunch pass, or want more information.
Announcement: The Minority Scholars Program meets every Tuesday and Thursday during lunch in room 2088. Please see Mrs. Fairclough in room 2088 for further details.
Announcement: Are you interested in student led discussions on race, identity and culture of students of color? If so, come to the Black Student Union meeting in room 2090 on Wednesday’s during lunch.
Announcement: A Better You will meet on Mondays at lunch in the wellness center conference room. Bring a friend and enjoy a cupcake!
Announcement: The Writing Center is open for all students during lunch and REM in room 2091.
Announcement: The new Black-Eyed Susan Book Nominees are here! Stop by the Media Center to check them out. Have you been turning in your Black-Eyed Susan book logs? Read 3 BES books in a category, vote for your favorite author & enter in a prize drawing. Don't delay, you can submit your book logs online by visiting the Media Center website and clicking on the Black-Eyed Susan tab!
Announcement: PODER (Po-der) meets every Wednesday during lunch in room 3012. Please see Mr. Acosta for passes and more details. Refreshments will be served.
Announcement: The Comic Book Club meets on Thursday during lunch in 2004. If you are interested, come by 2004 before then to get a pass, and we’ll see you then.
Announcement: The Trojan Puzzle Enthusiasts club meets in Room 2080 on Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch. Please see Mr. Bierly, Mrs. Portell, Mrs. Farrow, or Mr. Murray for a pass.
Announcement: The STEM-up meeting will meet Thursday, January 30 for the election of officers for the second semester.
Announcement: The Internship Program is currently accepting applications for next year. Please see Ms. Shaw in Room 1157 for more details. Applications can also be picked up outside of her office or can be found on the GHS Website. Talk to your counselor and Ms. Shaw to see how an Internship opportunity can help make you College & Career Ready.
Announcement: Attention seniors. If you are interested in taking a photo with your sibling for the yearbook, please see Mrs. Keres in room 1069 for more information. Also, seniors, it’s not too late to purchase a senior shirt. See Mrs. Keres for that too!
Announcement: There will be a free dental event occurring at Wisteria Dental Care clinic located in Germantown on February 22 from 9am-5pm. This is open to all children ages 0-18 who do not have insurance. Anyone interested, please stop by the health room to get more information.
Announcement: There will be a Girls Volleyball interest meeting at lunch in Room 3052 today, January 28th. Anyone who is interested in playing Girls Volleyball in the fall please make every effort to attend.
Announcement: Attention all Seniors. The senior class is holding a Senior Lock In on February 7th from 9pm-5am. All proceeds will go to lowering the cost of the prom! Tickets are $10 and will be on sale starting tomorrow,
January 29th to February 5th. For more information see Ms. Keres in 1069.
Announcement: Permission slips for Dream It Be It are due!! Please drop them off at the College Career Center as soon as possible.
Announcement: Do you have any shoeboxes that you don’t need? If so, please bring the
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