This Week @ GCM: #Start With Hello Week
Monday, September 16
#STARTWITHHELLOWEEK: Wear Green for Inclusion
3:00-5:00 p.m. - Edgenuity @ GCM Library
Tuesday, September 17
#STARTWITHHELLOWEEK: Wear an encouraging message
ALL DAY – TSIA Testing @ GCM Library
3:00 p.m. - Presidents Council @ GCM Library
3:00-5:00 p.m. - Edgenuity @ GCM Library
4:00 p.m. – Tennis @ Summer Creek
Volleyball @ CE King (Fresh 4:30, JV 5:30, V 6:30 p.m.)
5:30-7:00 p.m. – Open House
Wednesday, September 18
#STARTWITHHELLOWEEK: Wear a College T-shirt
3:30 p.m. - Student Council Meeting @ GCM Library
3:00-5:00 p.m. - Edgenuity @ GCM Library
6:00-8:00 p.m. - College Application Assistance Night @ GCM Library
Thursday, September 19
#STARTWITHHELLOWEEK: Wear a School Spirit Shirt
3:00-5:00 p.m. - Edgenuity @ GCM Library
Friday, September 20
Student Holiday
Volleyball @ North Shore (Fresh 4:30, JV 5:30, V 6:30 p.m.)
Upcoming Events:
Sept. 23-25 – NWEA MAPs Testing
Sept. 24 – Senior Cram Jam
Sept. 25 – Senior TSI Testing
Sept. 25-26 – Senior Portraits
Sept. 27 – Pep Rally
School Beautification Group: Need volunteer hours? Help keep our hallways looking great by volunteering with the School Beautification Group. Interested? See Mrs. Chapman or Mrs. Hutchins in E245 to get more information.
Presidents Council: Presidents and Vice Presidents of clubs/organizations - Tuesday, Sept. 17, we will hold our first Presidents Council meeting in the library after school. We will introduce the programs, discuss collaboration between clubs, and campus events. Presidents will be added to the Presidents Council Google Classroom. See you there!
Student Council: There will be a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 18, in the Library after school from 3:00-3:45 p.m. We will discuss upcoming events and different ways to get involved on campus. Anyone can join! Bring a friend!
Chipotle - Baseball Fundraiser: Come join our GCM baseball players on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at Chipotle from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Mention GCM Baseball and 25% of the sales will benefit GCM Baseball.
College Application Assistance Night: The Patriot Center will host a College Application Assistance Night for the Class of 2025 on September 18, 6:00-8:00 p.m., in the GCM Library. Assistance will be given for Apply Texas, Common Application, and any other applications needed. We will also have a short session on essay writing. SENIORS ONLY. Bring your iPad. Parking and entrance will be on the EAST side. Stop by the Patriot Center if you have questions.
ROTC Scholarships Lunch & Learn: Need money for college? Find out how the military can pay for you to go to college then join the military as an officer. ROTC scholarships will be explained at a Lunch and Learn on September 19 during all lunches. Sign up in the Patriot Center. Bring your lunch and find out how to pay for college. Seats are limited.
Chess Club: Do you like to challenge your mind with strategy games or just wanna develop a new talent? Come join the chess club! Whether you are a pro or have no prior knowledge, all are welcome to join. Chess club is a great way to meet people who share similar interests while also helping you enhance your problem-solving abilities. Visit Officer Laird's room SW 210 for more information.
See You at the Pole: See You at the Pole will take place on September 25. See You at the Pole is a time of prayer on the fourth Wednesday of September when students meet at their school flagpole, before school, to lift up their friends, families, teachers, school, and nation to God. Time TBA.
Senior Portraits: Senior portraits will take place on September 25 & 26. The schedule is based on your English classes; check your Senior Google Classroom for details.
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy: The CFA Leader Academy is kicking off this September 27 at GCM and spots are filling up fast! If you want to...gain leadership experience, earn service hours, and make a lasting impact in your community...reach out to Ms. Rodriguez in room E139 to learn more. We can't wait to see you there! #impactthroughaction
ASVAB: The ASVAB will be given on Monday, Sept. 30, at 7:30 a.m. The ASVAB is a career exploration assessment. If you have no idea what you would like to do as a career or if you plan to join the military, this is a test you need to take! The test is open to all sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Stop by the Patriot Center to sign up or scan the QR code on the flier in the hallway. Deadline to sign up is September 23. Find your future with the ASVAB!
PSAT: The PSAT will be given on October 23 during the school day to sophomores and juniors who sign up. The PSAT/NMSQT stands for the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT in 11th grade may meet requirements to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for a chance at scholarships worth up to $75,000. Sign up for the PSAT in the Patriot Center. The cost is $18. Please bring exact amount of cash or a check made out to GCM. Stop by the Patriot Center for more information. Deadline to sign up is September 13.