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partnership. performance. pride.

Hello Parents,

I don't think any of us could have imagined being in the situationthat we are in. I hope you are �nding that our staff is going togreat lengths to remotely maintain the excellent levels ofinstruction that we've taken pride in at GHS for generations.Know that we are here to support your child and family and thatwe will do everything possible to make your child's high schoolexperience everything you have hoped for throughout their life.

Communication is of paramount importance at times like this. We've learned this week thatsome providers (XFinity, in particular) do not permit calls from restricted phone numbers.Unfortunately, most calls coming from our staff come up as restricted numbers. Having areliable email address for staff members to reach you at is of the utmost importance.

Make sure to watch Dr. Vespe's video public announcement below updating our schoolcommunity comprehensively on how week 1 has gone and what to expect in the week ahead.Gloucester City School District continues to maintain a COVID 19 web page to centralize allinformation during this time for parents and the community. Please continue to keep informed

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through our social media platforms and this newsletter and feel free to reach out to me at anytime at sgorman@gcsd.k12.nj.us.

Stay Well...In Partnership,

Sean Gorman

week 2 announcement - dr. vespe covid-19 - march 20

college & career readinessThis is a great time to go on some virtual tours of collegecampuses. Check out this article from US News & WorldReports - How to Make the Most of Virtual College Tours.

G.C.S.D. COVID-19 3/20/20

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sticking together through challenging timesFor generations, people have always marveled at the family atmosphere at GHS. To keep ourfamily connected during school closure, we have created the following social mediachallenges to maximize student, staff, and family interactions while school is closed:

Trick Shot Tuesday - show us your greatest athletic creativity.“What Would You...?” Wednesday - we'll post all sorts of GHS questions for feedback.TikTok Thursday - GHS versions of the national craze.Top 5 Friday - Share any of your "top 5" lists and see if Lions Nation agrees.

covid can't stop the lions newsThe Lions News has transitioned to �lming from home once per week to continue GHSupdates.

plans in process...If school closure is extended beyond March 27th, we will:

Convert this year’s “Rising Senior Night” to the virtualformat so 11th grade students and parents can beginplanning for the road ahead.Distribute local scholarship information and applications to Seniors virtually.

We also continue to work with World Class Vacations to identify three alternate weeks toreschedule this year’s Senior trip to.

We will do everything possible to continue all school activities and traditions for this year'shigh school students. Don't hesitate to reach out to Mr. Gorman with any concerns you haveregarding an activity or tradition.

the marc ryan storyHave you ever heard of GHS legend and American hero, MarcRyan? Every Lion should know his name and story. Marc wasone of the best football players in school history (graduated in1998), an incredible human being, and a courageous UnitedState Marine. Tragically, he was killed while serving our countryin Iraq in November of 2004. Make sure to follow our socialmedia as the book written about Marc is shared a few pages ata time each day.

LPNN Remote News Broadcast

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next week - office hours

next week - technology support

next week - meal distribution

events impacted by covid-19I will maintain a running list of school events that are impactedby the global health concern stemming from the coronavirus.We hope to reschedule as many of these events as possible forlater this school year.

Cancellations/Postponements Due to Coronavirus (To Date)GHS College Fair (3/18) - CancelledParent Conferences (3/18) - PostponedRising Senior Night (3/18) - PostponedSenior Trip (3/16-3/20) - PostponedCamden County Teen Arts Festival (3/20) - CancelledNAMI Presentation About Youth Mental Health Awareness (3/24) - Cancelled

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GHS/GCHS Student Council Trip (3/24) - PostponedLions Music New York City Trip (3/25) - PostponedFaculty-Senior Basketball Game (3/25) - PostponedProm Fashion Show (3/26) - PostponedGHS Blood Drive (3/31) - PostponedLion’s Choice Awards (3/31) - PostponedSophomore/Junior Tour of Stockton University (4/2) - CancelledSpring Athletics Pep Rally (4/3) - PostponedSpring Athletics “Lions Day” (4/22) - Cancelled

mental & emotion health resourcesOur counseling department has compiled a list of Mental &Emotional Health Resources During COVID-19 for our studentsand families. We recognize that this is a stressful time for ourcommunity and our country. Taking care of your mental healthis essential. We will continue to share additional resources asthey become available. Please do not hesitate to reach out to our counseling staff if we canassist in any way.

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senior yearbook engraving & adsAny GHS student can purchase a yearbook for $75.00. Check out additional information in theattachment below.

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the week aheadMonday, March 23rd –

Meal Distribution Day - A Week’s Supply of Lunch &Breakfast Will Now Be Distributed

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Families can pull up in a car to the 6th Street parkinglot in the back of Gloucester Middle School to pick up a week’s lunches andbreakfasts. There will also be a walk-up table for families without a vehicle.

Note: Families who miss the Monday meal pick-up should email Mr. Gormandirectly at sgorman@gcsd.k12.nj.us for assistance.

Technology Support Hours - 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. @ GMS

Tuesday, March 24th –Technology Support Hours - 3 to 4:30 p.m. @ GMS

Wednesday, March 25th –Technology Support Hours - 3 to 4:30 p.m. @ GMS

Thursday, March 26th –Technology Support Hours - 3 to 4:30 p.m. @ GMS

Friday, March 27th –Blue & Gold DayEducational Support Professionals Appreciation DayTechnology Support Hours - 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. @ GMS

athletics scheduleThe State of New Jersey announced Tuesday night that it stillhas hopes of having a spring scholastic sports season. Thestatement read: “There will be no interscholastic athleticcompetition until schools reopen. When they do, the NJSIAAwill make every effort to take advantage of whatever part of thespring sports season remains, including holdingchampionships. The NJSIAA remains committed to providingstudent-athletes as many opportunities as possible.”

For the most up-to-date information on all Lions Athletics Schedules, check here.

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club/activity meeting scheduleTo Be Announced...

photos of the weekOur baseball and softball teams were able to squeeze inintersquad scrimmages last weekend before social distancingmandates took �ight...I look forward to seeing all of theseathletes back in action soon!

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want a peer tutor for your child?

Tutoring is available during school closure. Please reach out toyour child's Guidance counselor any time that you feel that theycould bene�t from the additional support:

Grades 9: Mr. Kevin HaganGrade 10: Mrs. CharlesGrade 11: Mr. BakeyGrade 12: Mrs. Bobo

looking for service opportunities?Serving and volunteering in your community has proven to be apowerful source of growth, particularly during adolescence. Allof our students can �nd information about volunteeropportunities as well as details about becoming a member ofour National Honor Society two ways:

Directly to their phone using our GHS Service Remind Account - @66he87.In the National Honor Society's Google Classroom. The code is bd85pt.

upcoming events:April 1st - Prom Tickets go on saleApril 2nd - 3rd Marking Period EndsApril 2nd - World Autism Awareness DayApril 3rd - 3rd Marking Period PowerSchool ScoresheetsDue to Mrs. ReinhartApril 4th - National School Librarian DayWeek of April 6th - National Assistant Principals WeekWeek of April 6th - Local Scholarship InformationDistributed to SeniorsApril 6th - Biometric Scanning Begins in Cafeteria: Grades 9 & 11April 8th - AM PLC - Late Entry for StudentsApril 9th - Last Day Prior to Spring Break - Early DismissalApril 10th-17th - Spring Recess - School ClosedWeek of April 20th - Senior Trip Payments Accepted: All Grade LevelsWeek of April 20th - #NotEvenOnce Junior Health PresentationApril 22nd - National Administrative Professionals’ DayApril 24th & 25th- Baseball trip to Cooperstown

featured college of the weekWitchita State University is a medium-sized, 4-year, public university located in Witchita,Kansas. There are approximately 13,217 undergraduate students with a freshman class size of

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roughly 1,655. Admitted students typically rank in the top 50% oftheir high school class and have an average SAT score between1040 and 1270. Click here to learn more - Witchita StateUniversity.

athletic boosters announce august wildwood socialThe �rst-ever "All-Class Reunion" Social will be held this August 8th at the Seaport Pier onWildwood's boardwalk. Save the date and support Lion's athletics!

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lions school storePurchase all of your Lions gear from the o�cial source here...

lion's roar student newspaperCheck out the most recent issue here...

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yearbook ordersKeepsakes to forever remember your high school experience...

powerschool parent portalAccess your child's grades & attendance any time...

nutrislice parent cafeteria accountsAdd funds to your child's lunch account at any time.

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ghs guidance departmentGHS Guidance Department Website---College planning, military resources, scholarships,�nancial aid, and much more...

College Board---Invaluable resources for nearly everything related to "College & CareerReadiness"---PSAT's, SAT's, AP classes, college & major searches, scholarship searches, etc.

NJ STARS---Free college tuition for students in the top 15% of their class!

FAFSA---Free Application for Federal Student Aid

HESSA---Everything New Jersey families need to know about �nancial aid.

Federal Student Aid---US Department of Education's �nancial aid website.

AVID---Learn more about this application-based program which has proven to prepare allstudents for college readiness & success in a global society since 1980.

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