Pesticide Application Notice

Gaithersburg High School Staff,

This email is notification of a pesticide application at Gaithersburg High School that will take place this week on Friday, September 22, 2023.

Location:  Gaithersburg High School – Exterior stormwater facilities
Date/Time of Application:  Friday, September 22, 2023
Reason for Application:  Invasive Management
Product Name:  Garlon 3A Herbicide
Common Name:  Triclopyr

EPA Registration Number:  62719-37

Please refer to the this Notification for details.  If you need more information regarding this notice, please contact Mr. Brian Mullikin in the MCPS Division of Sustainability and Compliance at 240-740-2423.

(posted 09/18/23)

11th   Annual Charity Golf Tournament to support our student athletes and GHS Athletics

Gaithersburg High School Annual Athletics Charity Golf Tournament Saturday October 14th at Laytonsville Golf Course. Find more information HERE. Sign up for the tournament HERE. If you don't golf or can't make it to the tournament, you still support our student athletes by buying a tee shirt here. 

Question? Email Jim Barse 

(posted 09/05/23)

IMPORTANT Information to Attend High School Athletic Events (Información IMPORTANTE para asistir al evento deportivo de la escuela) 

Trojan community -

This coming Friday, September 1st, the fall sports season begins at Gaithersburg High School with our first home football game. Below is some important, non-negotiable information related to students attending high school sporting events:

- Only students enrolled at the two competing teams may attend the high school event.  IF a student from another high school wishes to attend s/he must be accompanied by a paying adult.

- All high school students attending must present to staff their School ID (or show staff their StudentVue account with their picture).

- All students in grades K-8 may only attend high school sporting events with a paid adult. Unaccompanied grade K-8 students will not be permitted to enter the high school events.

- The paying adult accompanying the grades K-8 student to the game must remain at the game for the entirety.

- Adults will be thoroughly responsible for the behavior of your grade K-8 child while at the event.

- All students attending athletic events are expected to follow the MCPS Student Code of Conduct and behavior properly at the high school events.  All spectators will also follow the rules and responsibilities set forth by the MCPS Department of Athletics.

- Inappropriate behaviors will result in the removal of the student and/or spectator from the event - and may result in the inability of that person to attend subsequent games.

Please visit the MCPS Department of Athletics website below for more information on attending high school sporting events:  https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/athletics

Here is also a link to the MCPS Fall Athletics Plan video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k39McSjKEAQ

comunidad troyana -

El próximo viernes 1 de septiembre comienza la temporada deportiva de otoño en Gaithersburg High School con nuestro primer partido de fútbol en casa. A continuación se muestra información importante y no negociable relacionada con los estudiantes que asisten a eventos deportivos de la escuela secundaria:

- Sólo podrán asistir al evento de secundaria los estudiantes inscritos en los dos equipos competidores. SI un estudiante de otra escuela secundaria desea asistir, debe estar acompañado por un adulto que pague.

- Todos los estudiantes de secundaria que asistan deben presentar al personal su identificación escolar (o mostrar al personal su cuenta StudentVue con su fotografía).

- Todos los estudiantes en los grados K-8 solo pueden asistir a eventos deportivos de la escuela secundaria con un adulto pagado. A los estudiantes no acompañados de grados K-8 no se les permitirá ingresar a los eventos de la escuela secundaria.

- El adulto que paga y acompaña al estudiante de los grados K-8 al juego debe permanecer en el juego durante todo el tiempo.

- Los adultos serán totalmente responsables del comportamiento de su hijo de grados K-8 durante el evento.

- Se espera que todos los estudiantes que asistan a eventos deportivos sigan el Código de conducta estudiantil de MCPS y se comporten adecuadamente en los eventos de la escuela secundaria. Todos los espectadores también seguirán las reglas y responsabilidades establecidas por el Departamento de Atletismo de MCPS.

- Los comportamientos inapropiados resultarán en la expulsión del estudiante y/o espectador del evento, y pueden resultar en la incapacidad de esa persona para asistir a juegos posteriores.

Visite el sitio web del Departamento de Atletismo de MCPS a continuación para obtener más información sobre cómo asistir a eventos deportivos de la escuela secundaria: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/athletics

Aquí también hay un enlace al video del Plan atlético de otoño de MCPS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k39McSjKEAQ

(posted 08/31/23)

SENIOR PORTRAITS FOR CLASS OF 2024

Attention all Juniors!  Now is the time to sit for your Senior Portraits!

Legacy Studios will be at Gaithersburg High School after school on Tuesday, May 23rd through Friday, May 26th to take your photos.

Legacy offers a variety of packages, including the FREE yearbook only poses.

Registration codes are no longer needed!!

Students may register now for their appointments at https://seniors.legacystudios.com/gaithersburg-hs-md/

Please do not wait to do this!!  Appointment times fill up quickly and if you wait too long, your photos will not be in the yearbook.

Please contact School Business Administrator Patricia_e_donner@mcpsmd.org with questions.

(posted 04/14/23)

PROM 2023

Prom at Bohrer Park gym on May 13th from 7pm-11pm.

Tickets are $50 per person.

Guest approval form is needed for non-GHS students. 

Guest approval forms can be found HERE. 

ID's and proof of purchase is needed at the door. 

Doors close at 9pm, no entry after this time. 

Formal attire is suggested. 

(posted 04/14/23)

WINTER WORKSHOPS (SSL HOURS AVAILABLE)

Students: are you thinking ahead to summer jobs? Need help setting some goals for yourself? 

GHS is holding two workshops this winter through our collaboration with Empowering the Ages. SSL hours will be awarded for your participation. 

Workshop #1: Résumé writing (two-part workshop)

Two sessions: Feb 2 and Feb 9, during REM. Sign up HERE. Once you have signed up, you will receive a REM pass to attend. 

Workshop #2: Goal setting (three-part workshop)

Three sessions: Feb 16, Feb 23, and Mar 2. Sign up HERE. Once you have signed up, you will receive a REM pass to attend. 

(posted 01/25/23)

CAP AND GOWN SALES ARE ONGOING!

Cap and gown sales will continue until the end of 1st semester. The cost is $80 and includes cap, gown, stole, and tassel. Click HERE to go to the purchase page. Questions? Ask for Ms. Smith in the main office. 

(posted 12/07/22)

(reposted 01/20/23)

Second Semester Parking Permits

Students may now begin the process to apply for Second Semester Parking Permits.  First Semester Parking Permits expire on Friday, January 27th, 2023.  All students wishing to have a parking permit for the second semester must reapply using the below link.

FY 23 Second Semester Student Parking Pre-Approval Form

There will also be QR codes in the Cafeteria and Main Office for students to access the pre-approval form.

(posted 01/17/23)

Incoming 9th Grade Parent Night (Class of 2027)

We hope you were able to join us for the parent meeting on Jan 05, 2023. Below are links to the information presented. Please contact the 8th grade counselor with any questions. 

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(posted 01/06/23)

SSL OPPORTUNITY!

Family Market at Gaithersburg Elementary from 2:30 until 6pm.

• • December 12, January 9, February 13, March 20, April 17, May 15

Please text Ms. Jarquin if you are interested 240-550-3937

(posted 11/14/22)

The MSFAA 2023-24 Application is now OPEN! 

Students who are ineligible to apply for the FAFSA application due to the citizenship requirements (they are undocumented), please know that the state of Maryland has a separate financial aid application for them! Students who qualify for the MSFAA application can apply now. The deadline to submit their application is March 1st, 2023! To learn more about the MSFAA application, please visit the MHEC website.  By applying, students may be eligible to receive up to $19,000 in grant money that can be used at certain Maryland colleges & universities. 

To apply, students must create an MDCAPS account and use all zeros when entering their social security number. Questions? Schedule an appointment with Ms. Faria - https://calendly.com/mrsfaria/30min

(posted 11/04/22)

Picture Make ups!

Lifetouch will be here Tuesday, November 15th in the morning for makeup photos for both staff and students.  They will be here from 7:45 to 12:30.

Announcements are going to be made in the morning instructing students who wish to have a makeup photo taken to go the Main Office from now until then to receive an appointment time and pass to go to the PAC Lobby to get their photo taken on the 15th.

Only students who have a pass from the Main Office should be allowed to leave the classroom for this purpose. If they don’t have a pass, then they should not be given permission to leave.  This is in an attempt to keep things flowing with the photographer and also to keep students from leaving and wandering.

Staff may go anytime to have their photo taken.

(posted 11/03/22)

LAST CALL FOR SENIOR PORTRAITS!

UPDATE - 10/18/22: 

Attention Seniors:

There are only 3 more chances for you to have your Senior Portrait taken here at Gaithersburg High School. After these dates you will have to go to the Prestige Portraits studio in Rockville if you want your photo taken.

The upcoming dates are:

• Saturday, December 3

• Tuesday, December 6 

• Friday, December 9

Please make an appointment at www.prestigeportraits.com.  The website is open now.

Please contact School Business Administrator Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org with questions.

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Attention Seniors!  The last opportunity to have your Senior Portrait taken here at Gaithersburg High School will be October 6th and 7th.  After these dates you will have to go to the Prestige Portraits studio in Hanover, MD to have your portrait taken.

Register for your appointment at www.prestigeportraits.com now.  Their system is now open.

Please call Lifetouch (Prestige Portraits) directly at 1-800-736-4775 if you are unable to make an appointment on their system.

There is no cost to have your portrait taken for the yearbook only.

Contact School Business Administrator Ms. Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org with any questions.

(posted 09/28/22)

A message for our Seniors -

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc, Mu Nu Chapter, is proud to honor Black male achievement in Montgomery County at its 2022 Achievement Week celebration on November 16, 2022 at the Silver Spring Civic Center at 7 pm. 

The Chapter also invites any student to submit an essay to compete in the fraternity's national essay contest.  Here are details for each opportunity:

Achievement Week Awards/Scholarships for Black male students:

Award opportunity 1: The fraternity will provide 50 Black male students who have a minimum 3.0 unweighted or 3.5 weighted GPA a certificate of achievement and honor them if they complete the application and send a transcript.  The top 50 students will be notified and invited to attend.

Award opportunity 2: 4 to 5 students who have the highest GPAs and leadership experiences will receive a minimum $3,000 scholarship funded by the Rudolph Snowden Scholarship Foundation.

•    Students must send their application and a copy of their transcript to Shawn.Joseph@Howard.edu by Friday, October 21, 2022.

Award opportunity 3: Essay Contest: The essay contest is open to students of any race or gender who are college bound seniors.

•    Students must address the theme of the essay contest: A world crisis has caused a paradigm shift for health disparities and social justice; what are your suggestions for positive change?

•    The student must be a college bound senior of any gender or race.

•    A minimum $500 award will be given to the local winner on November 16, 2022, and we will submit the essay to be considered for the national $5,000 award.

It is important to note that the deadline for both applications is Friday, October 21, 2022. 

Students should reach out to Dr. Shawn Joseph, Assistant Professor, Howard University, at Shawn.Joseph@Howard.edu if they have questions.

Un mensaje para nuestros mayores -

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc, Mu Nu Chapter, se enorgullece de honrar los logros de los hombres negros en el condado de Montgomery en su celebración de la Semana de Logros 2022 el 16 de noviembre de 2022 en el Centro Cívico de Silver Spring a las 7 p.m.

El Capítulo también invita a cualquier estudiante a enviar un ensayo para competir en el concurso nacional de ensayos de la fraternidad. Aquí hay detalles para cada oportunidad:

Premios/Becas de la Semana de Logros para estudiantes varones negros:

Oportunidad de premio 1: La fraternidad proporcionará a 50 estudiantes negros varones que tengan un GPA mínimo de 3.0 no ponderado o 3.5 ponderado un certificado de logro y los honrará si completan la solicitud y envían una transcripción. Los 50 mejores estudiantes serán notificados e invitados a asistir.

Oportunidad de premio 2: 4 a 5 estudiantes que tienen los GPA más altos y experiencias de liderazgo recibirán una beca mínima de $ 3,000 financiada por la Fundación de Becas Rudolph Snowden.

• Los estudiantes deben enviar su solicitud y una copia de su expediente académico a Shawn.Joseph@Howard.edu antes del viernes 21 de octubre de 2022.

Oportunidad de premio 3: Concurso de ensayos: El concurso de ensayos está abierto a estudiantes de cualquier raza o sexo que estén en el último año de la universidad.

• Los estudiantes deben abordar el tema del concurso de ensayos: Una crisis mundial ha provocado un cambio de paradigma para las disparidades en la salud y la justicia social; ¿Cuáles son sus sugerencias para un cambio positivo?

• El estudiante debe ser un estudiante de último año con destino a la universidad de cualquier género o raza.

• Se otorgará un premio mínimo de $500 al ganador local el 16 de noviembre de 2022 y enviaremos el ensayo para que sea considerado para el premio nacional de $5,000.

Es importante señalar que la fecha límite para ambas solicitudes es el viernes 21 de octubre de 2022.

Los estudiantes deben comunicarse con el Dr. Shawn Joseph, profesor asistente de la Universidad de Howard, en Shawn.Joseph@Howard.edu si tienen preguntas.

Application/Solicitud

Essay Contest/Concurso de ensayo

(posted 10/03/22)

SENIORS - SAVE THE DATE!!

JOSTENS will be here on OCT 11, 2022, during lunch to take cap and gown orders. The cost is $80 and includes the cap, gown, stole, and tassel. Accepted payment is cash or check made out to Jostens. Questions? Ask Ms. Donner in the main office or Ms. Smith in 2007. 

(posted 09/29/22)

VIRTUAL CAREER PANEL

OPEN TO MCPS 8TH THROUGH 12TH GRADE STUDENTS.

Click HERE to register or use the QR code on the attached flyer. The zoom link will be shared with you once you register.

• Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Learn from Latina/o professionals in different career fields! Education. Law Enforcement. Government. Sports. Mental Health. Cybersecurity. Culinary Arts. Entrepreneurship. Healthcare and more. See attached flyers for more information!

Meet our Panelists!  Virtual Latinx Career Panel Flyer

For more information, please email

oliver_r_fajardo@mcpsmd.org

(posted 09/26/22)

TROJAN TIMES NEWSLETTER

Trojan community:

Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year!  To help our families stay better informed throughout the school year, we will be implementing Weekly Trojan Times Newsletter for Families to be sent out every Sunday.

Please check out the first edition of our Trojan Times Newsletter for the week of 8/28/2022 HERE.  (A translated version is available by clicking on the “translate” box on the right side of the newsletter)

Have a great school year Trojans!

(posted 08/30/22)

HOMECOMING '23

GHS students: The Homecoming '23 Dance will be on Saturday, October 22 from 7-11pm at the school. If you bringing guests from another school or outside of school, you MUST submit an approval form. Tickets are ONLY SOLD ONLINE. You may purchase tickets HERE. The last day to purchase tickets is OCTOBER 14. 

(posted 09/06/22)

SSL OPPORTUNITIES

GHS Students: We have two new SSL coordinators this year! Ms. Porter Parks and Mr. Murray will be taking over the SSL Coordinator position and are excited to help you meet the graduation requirement of 75 hours. Don't know how many hours you have? Check out your StudentVUE account under Course History; SSL hours are at the bottom of the page. 

HERE are some opportunities you can consider. Check the link often as new opportunities will be added as they become available. 

Remember that all hours performed in S1 must be reported by the end of S1. You may return completed SSL forms to the main office (drop in the SSL box). Any hours you did over the summer must be reported by September 24, 2022. 

Questions? See Ms. Porter Parks in 3000 or Mr. Murray in 2067.

(posted 09/02/22)

2022-2023 Parent Orientation

Trojan Parents/Caregivers of the Class of 2026:

We enjoyed hosting you last night for our Parent Orientation. For anyone who could not make it or for those wishing to reference it, our presentation slides are posted below. Questions? Please contact Cary Dimmick, Principal (Cary_Dimmick@mcpsmd.org) or Chris Ascienzo, Principal Intern (Christopher_J_Ascienzo@mcpsmd.org).

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Español 

(posted 08/26/22)

CLASS OF 2022 GRADUATION PICTURES

Here is the link to the Graduation Photos for families to purchase.

Event #: 179390

Website: https://events.lifetouch.com/tempHomepage.aspx?EventID=179390

 Also, here is the Lifetouch Customer Service Phone number if you have any questions or concerns. Customer Service: 1800-736-4753 

Parents can also Chat Live with a Customer Service Representative online: https://lifetouch.force.com/helpcenter/s/ 

(repost 08/24/22)

STUDENT PARKING - 1ST SEMESTER

Beginning Monday, August 15 2022, Juniors and Seniors will have the opportunity to apply for the FY 23 First Semester Student Parking Permit which is valid from August 29, 2022 through January 27, 2023.  All students must have a parking permit to park on the premises the first day of school.  Students will have the opportunity to pick up their permit next week after receiving notification of approval. There will be another opportunity in January of 2023 to apply for the FY 23 Second Semester Student Parking Permit.

Gaithersburg High School has 119 possible Student Parking Spaces (69 on site at GHS and 50 at Bohrer Park).  Student Parking Spaces are assigned on a “first come, first served” basis.   Online payment of $39.00 ($37.50 permit + fee) per semester is required at the end of the application process after approval is given.

Students must meet ALL of the following core criteria to be approved for a student parking permit:

-          Classified as a senior (12th grade) or junior (11th grade) according to MCPS criteria

-          Has no more than three (3) unexcused absences in any class, from the prior or current semester

-          Has no outstanding financial obligations (email Mrs. Hudson to check at debra_j_hudson@mcpsmd.org)

-          Has a record of satisfactory behavior

-     Past GPA history may be considered

Students must also meet ONE OR MORE of the following additional criteria:

-          Participation in a school-sponsored, after-school activity that meets a minimum of three (3) times per week

-          Attend an approved school or program requiring private transportation

-          Unusual or imperative need

The above criteria must be met at the time the application is submitted and must be maintained throughout the semester in order for the student to retain the parking permit.  Any violation may result in the revocation of the permit.

To begin the FY 23 Student Parking Permit Process, Students or Parents should fill out the FY 23 Student Parking Permit Approval Form. 

If the student is approved for a parking permit, the Student and Parent will receive an email from Mrs. Debra Hudson, the School Financial Specialist, with additional instructions regarding what information is required to complete the Student Parking Permit application process.

If the student is NOT approved for a parking permit, Mrs. Hudson will also communicate that information to the Student and Parent with an explanation why the student was not approved.

If you have any questions regarding this process, please reach out to School Business Administrator, Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org with questions.

(posted 08/22/22)

SY23 Student Emergency Information

GHS Caregivers: Please complete both sides of this form and return to your child’s school as soon as possible. Updates can be submitted via ParentVUE Annual Verification. 

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(posted 08/03/22)

GHS Anonymous Reporting Form

GHS Community (all stakeholders): Please use this form to anonymously report any incidents or concerns about Gaithersburg High School. 

(posted 08/03/22)

NEW Application for Student Driver’s Learners Permit

 Trojan families -

This information is for our families who may have a student who is applying for a Drivers' Learners Permit through the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

This updated form should be completed by the student and the family.  Once completed, please either (a) email the signed copy to Ms. Chase-Scott, our school registrar, at melissa_chasescott@mcpsmd.org, or (b) drop off the completed form to the main office at GHS.

Once Ms. Chase-Scott processes the form, she will place the application in a sealed envelope for the student/family to take to the DMV.

Please call the school at 301-284-4500 - or email Ms. Chase-Scott at melissa_chasescott@mcpsmd.org - if you have any questions.

Familias troyanas -

Esta información es para nuestras familias que pueden tener un estudiante que solicita un curso de educación vial a través del Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados (DMV).

El formulario actualizado debe ser completado por el estudiante y la familia. Una vez completado, (a) envíe por correo electrónico la copia firmada a la Sra. Chase-Scott, nuestra registradora escolar, a melissa_chasescott@mcpsmd.org, o (b) deje el formulario completo en la oficina principal de GHS.

Una vez que la Sra. Chase-Scott procese el formulario, colocará la solicitud en un sobre sellado para que el estudiante/la familia lo lleve al DMV.

(posted 07/28/22)

CLASS OF 2023

Rising Seniors may still have their Senior Portraits taken.  Prestige Portraits is scheduling Make Up appointments for August 1st, 2nd and 3rd.  The portraits will be taken in the Auditorium at 

Gaithersburg High School.

Students may make an appointment at www.Prestigeportraits.com.

Please contact our School Business Administrator, Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org with any questions.

(posted 07/12/22)

2022-2023 COUNSELING AND ADMIN ALPHA ASSIGNMENTS

Trojan community -

We wanted to share the administrative and counseling assignments for this upcoming 2022-2023 school year. 

Students and families, you can find the breakdown HERE (and attached) by last name.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

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Comunidad troyana -

Queríamos compartir las tareas administrativas y de consejería para este próximo año escolar 2022-2023.

Estudiantes y familias, podéis encontrar el desglose AQUI (y adjunto) por apellido.

Por favor, háganos saber si usted tiene alguna pregunta.

(posted 07/03/22)

CLASS OF 2023 SENIOR PORTRAITS

This message is for the Class of 2023.  Now is the time for you to have your Senior Portrait taken.

Lifetouch will be at Gaithersburg High School during the day on Wednesday, June 29th, Thursday, June 30th and Friday July 1st.

Students simply need to go to the website Prestigeportraits.com to schedule an appointment to have their photo taken.

Please contact our School Business Administrator, Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org with questions.

(posted 06/14/22)

Math and English Summer Assignments

Math summer assignment: Students will have assignments on DeltaMath.com to complete. The assignments for each math course can be found here.  If students have questions, they can contact Ms. Ferrer (lourdes_g_ferrer@mcpsmd.org).

English summer assignment: Students will choose a book they want to read and complete the organizer. Students can review the slideshow for additional details and look over a list of books GHS teachers recommend.  If students have questions, they can contact Ms. Fitzgerald (sarah_b_fitzgerald@mcpsmd.org).

Hard copies are available upon request.

(posted 06/13/22)

Internship News

GHS Internship Fall 2022 - Spring 2023 

• The 2nd ROUND of the INTERNSHIP APPLICATION is NOW officially OPEN for the GHS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM for School Year 2022 – 2023 

• Students who are interested in Internship are required to join Ms. Shaw's Text Remind group (Internship Interest Class of 2023) so students can receive important notifications: https://www.remind.com/join/38eg6f 

• INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS for 2022 - 2023 are NOW available online and through your counselor. Juniors, please join the above links so that you get the latest information regarding internship from Ms. Shaw, Internship Coordinator before you complete the application!
  
  
  Internship Application Link: https://forms.gle/EvkBy7FTeggKPGH88
  
  Deadline to apply: June 15th, 2022 by 11:59pm 

• For more information, please contact Ms. Shaw by email at Vernelle_L_Shaw@mcpsmd.org by phone at 301-284-4638 or stop by my office in Room 1157 (can also be arranged by appointment as well considering Covid-19 social distancing requirements.) 

• You will need to upload a RESUME and COVER LETTER with your application to submit! All directions are on the application! 

• Need help creating a RESUME or COVER LETTER?? We got you covered! Please, visit GHS’ THE WRITE PLACE or The College & Career Center for additional help with writing them. Workshops will also be held by Ms. Shaw on writing Resumes & Cover Letters. Notices will be sent out through the Text Remind class (link to join above) 

(posted 06/03/22)

GRADUATION INFORMATION

Attention Seniors:

Please note the following activities' dates and times:

REHEARSAL: June 7, at 12pm, in the PAC. Please arrive by 11:30. Cap and gown will be distributed afterwards. Students must be obligation-free to receive them.

CEREMONY: June 9, at 9am, in the GHS Stadium. Please watch this website and @ghsgraduates (Twitter) for more information. Students will receive a maximum of five (5) tickets for bleacher seating. 

Haven't ordered your cap and gown? There's still time. Email Ms. Smith (Stacy_E_Smith@MCPSmd.org) for more information.

Wondering if you have an obligation? Students with current obligations will be notified by May 27 (the last day for seniors). If you do not return your current 2nd semester items, an obligation will be created. Information about returning all items, including chromebooks, will be coming in the next few weeks.

(posted 05/04/22)

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

Dear Gaithersburg High School Community:

It is with great sadness that I must inform you of the death of Gaithersburg High School counselor Ms. Bernadette White.  Ms. White passed away yesterday after a recent battle with health-related issues.

Ms. White was a beloved, long-standing Gaithersburg High School staff member.  Students, families and colleagues will be deeply affected by her passing. 

Please see the attached letter for more information, as well as resources families can use in speaking to your student about this tragic loss.

Sincerely,

Cary Dimmick

Principal

Estimada comunidad de la escuela secundaria de Gaithersburg:

Es con gran tristeza que debo informarles del fallecimiento de la consejera de la Escuela Secundaria de Gaithersburg, la Sra. Bernadette White. La Sra. White falleció ayer después de una batalla reciente con problemas relacionados con la salud.

La Sra. White fue una querida y veterana miembro del personal de la Escuela Secundaria de Gaithersburg. Los estudiantes, familias y colegas se verán profundamente afectados por su fallecimiento.

Consulte la carta adjunta para obtener más información, así como los recursos que las familias pueden usar para hablar con su estudiante sobre esta trágica pérdida.

Sinceramente,

Cary Dimmick

Principal

(posted 04/19/22)

SENIORS! 

Here is the presentation from our assembly this morning. Please take time to review the slides for the items NOT allowed at the Fillmore. You will not be permitted to enter with any of those items. Additionally, if you have questions about your SSL or testing status, please see your counselor. For questions about graduation, see Ms. Smith.

(posted 03/31/22)

GHS SPRING MUSICAL

GHS proudly announces the spring musical, The Addams Family. Showtimes are April 28, 29, and 30 at 7:00pm in the GHS Auditorium. Tickets may be purchased HERE. See this flyer for more details. 

(posted 03/31/22)

ATTENTION CLASS OF 2022!

There will be an informational meeting in the PAC this Thursday, March 31 at 10:45. Please begin making your way to the PAC at 10:30. We will be talking about prom and graduation. See Ms. Smith if you have any questions.

(posted 03/28/22)

SENIOR AWARDS - SAVE THE DATE!

Trojan senior parents/guardians:

The 2022 Senior Awards Ceremony will be on Friday, May 27th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am in the Gaithersburg HS auditorium (PAC).

Senior teachers, counselors, department Resource Teacher, our College & Career Coordinator, and school administrators will be in attendance to celebrate our seniors.

Parents & Guardians wishing to attend should fill out this form to help us determine the attendance total:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBnaHvObd3dNMAl6GB9_L7-PcNAlvQUFIUyKceShHaRVheLg/viewform  

NOTE:  We are limiting the visitors to TWO (2) parents/guardian per graduate.

Personas mayores troyanas y familias de personas mayores -

¡RESERVA LA FECHA!

Padres/tutores mayores troyanos:

La Ceremonia de Premios Senior 2022 será el viernes 27 de mayo de 9:00 am a 11:00 am en el auditorio Gaithersburg HS (PAC).

Maestros senior, consejeros, maestros de recursos del departamento, nuestro coordinador de universidades y carreras y administradores escolares estarán presentes para celebrar a nuestros estudiantes de último año.

Los padres y tutores que deseen asistir deben completar este formulario para ayudarnos a determinar el total de asistencia: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBnaHvObd3dNMAl6GB9_L7-PcNAlvQUFIUyKceShHaRVheLg/viewform  

NOTA: Estamos limitando los visitantes a DOS (2) padres/tutores por graduado.

(posted 03/25/22)

CAP AND GOWN SALES ONLINE ARE NOW CLOSED

Cap and gown orders are no longer available online. If you still need a cap and gown, please see Ms. Smith (email: Stacy_E_Smith@mcpsmd.org). 

(posted 03/24/22)

After-Prom Volunteers Needed

Trojan families -

A message from our PTSA and After-Prom Committee:

It is time to volunteer to help out with the 2022 PTSA  After Prom Event!

To make this fun event successful we need the help of many people.  We welcome the parents of younger students to also help out and be a part of this yearly tradition so that you can learn the ropes as you become the parents of the older students!

There are opportunities to help out at all of the activities throughout the night, to provide one time food pick ups and drop offs from various restaurants on the evening of the event, donate food/drinks on the day of the event or drop them off at a designated location the week before the event, or help to set up and decorate the gym during the evening before the event starts. 

Please click on the following link to access the Sign Up Genius:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050f49afa6283-2022

Thank you for all your help!

Familias de troyanos -

Un mensaje de nuestro Comité PTSA y After-Prom:

¡Es hora de ofrecerse como voluntario para ayudar con el evento PTSA After Prom 2022!

Para que este divertido evento tenga éxito necesitamos la ayuda de muchas personas. ¡Damos la bienvenida a los padres de los estudiantes más jóvenes para que también ayuden y sean parte de esta tradición anual para que puedan aprender las cuerdas a medida que se convierten en los padres de los estudiantes mayores!

Hay oportunidades para ayudar en todas las actividades durante toda la noche, para proporcionar recogidas y entregas de alimentos de varios restaurantes en la noche del evento, donar alimentos / bebidas el día del evento o dejarlos en un lugar designado la semana anterior al evento, o ayudar a configurar y decorar el gimnasio durante la noche antes de que comience el evento.

Haga clic en el siguiente enlace para acceder al Registro Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050f49afa6283-2022

¡Gracias por toda tu ayuda!

(posted 03/23/22)

PROM 2022

Trojan juniors and seniors –

As we approach the 2022 Prom season, we wanted to share some very important information with you regarding the 2022 GHS Prom and After-Prom Activities.

Prom Information:

• Saturday, April 9th at The Fillmore in Silver Spring from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm

• Tickets will go on sale the week of March 28th 2022. Tickets are $70 and will be sold ONLINE ONLY. Tickets are non-refundable. BUY TICKETS HERE.

• Prom is open to grade 11 and grade 12 students (ticket sales will be first-come, first-serve)

• GHS students are permitted to bring an approved high-school aged guest.  The Guest Approval Form is here.

• • Guests MUST be pre-approved. 

  • Guest MUST bring an ID with their Guest Ticket.

  • Guests who do not follow the Prom Guest requirements will not be permitted to attached (and the ticket cost will not be refunded).

• The Fillmore has their own security team. As part of their safety procedures, they will be using metal detectors and checking all bags/purses

• Prom is an MCPS-sponsored activity, which follows all of the MCPS rules outlined in the MCPS Student Code of Conduct.

• Students not adhering to The Fillmore rules/regulations, or the MCPS Code of Conduct, may be asked to leave Prom (ticket cost will not be refunded).

After-Prom Information:

• Saturday, April 9th into Sunday, April 10th at the Gaithersburg High School Gym from 11:00 pm to 3:00 am

• After-Prom is FREE…but only students with tickets will be permitted entrance. 

• You do not have to attend prom to attend the AP event.  You do need to secure a free ticket to attend.

• Attendees will have the opportunity to win prizes such as gift cards to local restaurants, nail salons, IFly, Bowlero and much more.  The grand prize of a $500 gift card to the retailer of your choice is drawn at 2:30 am for one senior and one junior ( you must be present to win)!!! There will be free food, music, and hours of fun activities such as Texas Hold’em & Black Jack tables, inflatable games such as an obstacle course, foosball & Hungry Hippo; air brush tattoo artists, photo booth, cornhole boards, Pop-a-Shot basketball games. See flyer for more info. 

• After-Prom follows all of the MCPS rules outlined in the MCPS Student Code of Conduct.

• Students not adhering to MCPS Student Code of Conduct may be asked to leave Post-Prom (ticket cost will not be refunded).

If you have any questions about Prom or Post-Prom, please feel free to reach out to Mr. Dimmick via email or at 301-284-4500.

Trojan juniors, seniors and families -

Below es información muy importante sobre el próximo Prom & After-Prom 2022:

A medida que nos acercamos a la temporada de Prom 2022, queríamos compartir información muy importante con ustedes sobre las actividades de GHS Prom y After-Prom 2022.

Información de prom:

- Sábado 9 de abril en The Fillmore en Silver Spring de 6:00 pm a 11:00 pm

- Los boletos saldrán a la venta la semana del 28 de marzo de 2022. Los boletos cuestan $70 y se venden solamente en línea. COMPRA LOS BOLETOS AQUI.

- El baile de graduación está abierto a estudiantes de grado 11 y grado 12 (la venta de boletos será por orden de llegada)

- Los estudiantes de GHS pueden traer un invitado aprobado en edad de escuela secundaria.  Se adjunta el Formulario de Aprobación del Huésped.

o Los huéspedes DEBEN ser preaprobados. 

o Huésped DEBE traer una identificación con su Boleto de Invitado.

o Los Huéspedes que no cumplan con los requisitos de Invitado de Graduación no podrán adjuntar (y el costo del boleto no será reembolsado).

- The Fillmore tiene su propio equipo de seguridad. Como parte de sus procedimientos de seguridad, usarán detectores de metales y revisarán todas las bolsas / carteras

- Prom es una actividad patrocinada por MCPS, que sigue todas las reglas de MCPS descritas en el Código de Conducta estudiantil de MCPS.

- A los estudiantes que no se adhieran a las reglas / regulaciones de Fillmore, o al Código de Conducta de MCPS, se les puede pedir que abandonen el baile de graduación (el costo del boleto no será reembolsado).

After-Prom Information Information :

- Sábado, 9 de abril al domingo 10 de abril en el gimnasio de la Escuela Secundaria Gaithersburg de 11:00 pm a 3:00 am

- After-Prom es GRATIS... pero solo se permitirá la entrada a estudiantes con entradas. 

- No tiene que asistir al baile de graduación para asistir al evento de AP.  Necesitas asegurar un boleto gratis para asistir.

- Los asistentes tendrán la oportunidad de ganar premios como tarjetas de regalo para restaurantes locales, salones de uñas, IFly, Bowlero y mucho más.  El gran premio de una tarjeta de regalo de $ 500 para el minorista de su elección se sortea a las 2:30 am para un senior y un junior (debe estar presente para ganar) !!! Habrá comida gratis, música y horas de actividades divertidas como mesas texas hold'em y Black Jack, juegos inflables como una carrera de obstáculos, futbolín y hungry Hippo; tatuadores de pincel de aire, fotomatón, tablas de cornhole, juegos de baloncesto Pop-a-Shot.

- Después del baile de graduación sigue todas las reglas de MCPS descritas en el Código de Conducta Estudiantil de MCPS.

- A los estudiantes que no se adhieran al Código de Conducta estudiantil de MCPS se les puede pedir que abandonen el post-prom (el costo del boleto no será reembolsado).

Ver folletos informativos adjuntos.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre prom o post-prom, por favor, no dude en comunicarse conmigo por correo electrónico o al 301-284-4500.

(posted 03/14/22)

SUMMER AND FALL 2022 CNA PROGRAM

We are currently accepting applications for our summer and fall 2022 CNA programs.  Here is a presentation with all the information and links to the application and tentative schedule.  If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Nadjibe (caitlin_nadjibe@mcpsmd.org) 

(posted 03/04/22)

ALLIED SOFTBALL - COME JOIN US!

Allied Softball is a spring sport where players with disabilities play alongside their non-disabled peers.  We need 12 players minimum to fill the roster. SSL hours are available.  There's a minimum commitment.  We have 1 practice at lunch and 1 after school, then 4-5 games total.  It's really fun and a good chance to be a part of a team and help others.  To register, parents need to follow these instructions to register for a spring sports team via the Parent Portal. Questions? See Coach Murray in 2067 or email him at Edward_D_Murray@MCPSmd.org. 

(posted 03/03/22)

LAST CALL FOR CAP AND GOWN

SENIORS: This is the last call for ordering cap and gown. The absolute deadline is MARCH 15, 2022. If you need help or have questions email Ms. Smith at Stacy_E_Smith@MCPSmd.org 

(posted 03/01/22)

Welcome Principal Intern Mr. Chris Ascienzo for ’22-’23 SY

Trojan community –

The purpose of this email (and this official letter to the community) is to share information about changes to our Gaithersburg High School (GHS) administrative team for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year.

Beginning July 1st, 2022, Gaithersburg High School will be receiving a principal intern, Mr. Christopher Ascienzo, currently an assistant principal at Northwest High School.  Principal interns are experienced administrators who are selected to begin a year of preparation for the principalship.  Principal interns perform many of the duties of an assistant principal, while simultaneously shadowing the current school principal in preparation for their future role as a school system leader.  The opportunity for Mr. Ascienzo to move on to this final stage of preparation for the principalship is a celebration, and we commend him on his selection to this new position.  I know you join me in sharing our appreciation for the dedication and commitment Mr. Ascienzo has demonstrated and shown to the Northwest High School community, and will also help me in welcoming Chris to our Trojan family.

With the arrival of Mr. Ascienzo, Ms. Heidi Vermillion, GHS assistant principal for the past four years, will be transferring her skills and expertise to another experience in the Montgomery County Public School system. We have greatly appreciated her contributions in contributing to the instructional and operational programs at GHS. She has been an invaluable member of our school leadership team, and we know she will be making similar contributions in her new role.

Sincerely,

Cary Dimmick, Principal

Comunidad troyano –

El propósito de este correo electrónico (y la carta oficial a la comunidad) es compartir información sobre los cambios en nuestro equipo administrativo de Gaithersburg High School (GHS) para el próximo año escolar 2022-2023.

A partir del 1 de julio de 2022, Gaithersburg High School recibirá a un pasante principal, el Sr. Christopher Ascienzo, actualmente subdirector en Northwest High School.  Los pasantes principales son administradores experimentados que son seleccionados para comenzar un año de preparación para el principado.  Los pasantes principales realizan muchas de las tareas de un subdirector, mientras que al mismo tiempo siguen al director de la escuela actual en preparación para su futuro papel como líder del sistema escolar.  La oportunidad para que el Sr. Ascienzo pase a esta etapa final de preparación para el rectorado es una celebración, y lo felicitamos por su selección para este nuevo cargo.  Sé que se unen a mí para compartir nuestro aprecio por la dedicación y el compromiso que el Sr. Ascienzo ha demostrado y demostrado a la comunidad de Northwest High School, y también me ayudará a dar la bienvenida a Chris a nuestra familia Trojan.

Con la llegada del Sr. Ascienzo, la Sra. Heidi Vermillion, subdirectora de GHS durante los últimos cuatro años, transferirá sus habilidades y conocimientos a otra experiencia en el sistema de Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Montgomery. Hemos apreciado enormemente sus contribuciones al contribuir a los programas de instrucción y operativos en GHS. Ella ha sido un miembro invaluable de nuestro equipo de liderazgo escolar, y sabemos que hará contribuciones similares en su nuevo rol.

Sinceramente,

Cary Dimmick, Director

(posted 02/24/22)

March 23rd – SAT Day for Grade 11 (and Wellness Activities for Grades 9, 10, & 12)

Trojan community -

On Wednesday, March 23, 2022, Gaithersburg High School will be offering the FREE SAT to students in Grade 11 only (with an original graduation year of 2023). All eligible students will receive a letter detailing specific information for the day from their English teacher by February 25, 2022. There is no registration required for these students, as exams have been ordered for all eligible students.

IMPORTANT:  For students in Grades 9, 10, and 12, there will be an adjusted schedule on March 23, 2022 - in which no instructional classes will be held. 

Instead, ALL students who attend school on March 23rd will be participating in Wellness Activities.  We will not be holding academic classes.

NOTE:  Students who do not wish to attend the all-day Wellness Activities can be excused from school on March 23, 2022.

Students who decide to attend Gaithersburg High School this day will report directly to the Performing Arts Center (PAC) at 7:45am and will remain there until 2:30pm. During this time, they will have the opportunity to engage in activities led by staff, including mindfulness; however, instructional classes will not occur on this day.

Please see the attached letter for more detailed information and the Wellness Activities schedule.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 301-284-4500.

Cary Dimmick, Principal

 comunidad troyana -

Estimada comunidad GHS,

El miércoles 23 de marzo de 2022, Gaithersburg High School ofrecerá el SAT GRATUITO solo a los estudiantes de 11.º grado (con un año de graduación original de 2023). Todos los estudiantes elegibles recibirán una carta detallando información específica para el día de su maestro de inglés antes del 25 de febrero de 2022. No es necesario registrarse para estos estudiantes, ya que se ordenaron exámenes para todos los estudiantes elegibles.

IMPORTANTE: para los estudiantes de los grados 9, 10 y 12, habrá un horario ajustado el 23 de marzo de 2022, en el que no se llevarán a cabo clases de instrucción.

En cambio, TODOS los estudiantes que asistan a la escuela el 23 de marzo participarán en actividades de bienestar. No estaremos dando clases académicas.

NOTA: Los estudiantes que no deseen asistir a las actividades de bienestar de todo el día pueden ser excusados de la escuela el 23 de marzo de 2022.

Los estudiantes que decidan asistir a la Escuela Secundaria Gaithersburg este día se reportarán directamente al Centro de Artes Escénicas (PAC) a las 7:45 a. m. y permanecerán allí hasta las 2:30 p. m. Durante este tiempo, tendrán la oportunidad de participar en actividades dirigidas por el personal, incluido el mindfulness; sin embargo, las clases de instrucción no ocurrirán en este día.

Consulte la carta adjunta para obtener información más detallada y el calendario de actividades de bienestar.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en comunicarse conmigo al 301-284-4500.

Cary Dimmick, director

(posted 02/17/22)

2022 GHS Prom “Save the Date” & Information–

Prom will be on Saturday, April 9th from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm at The Fillmore in Silver Spring.  Tickets information will be coming out in the spring.

The Annual GHS “After Prom” Party will be in the GHS gymnasium on Saturday, April 9th from 11:00 pm to 3:00 am.  The After Prom Party is FREE, but tickets will be required.

Attendees will have the opportunity to win prizes such as gift cards to local restaurants, nail salons, IFly, Bowlero and much more.  The grand prize of a $500 gift card to the retailer of your choice is drawn at 2:30 am for one senior and one junior ( you must be present to win)!!! There will be free food, music, and hours of fun activities such as Texas Hold’em & Black Jack tables, inflatable games such as an obstacle course, foosball & Hungry Hippo; air brush tattoo artists, photo booth, cornhole boards, Pop-a-Shot basketball games.  

You do not have to attend prom to attend the AP event.  You do need to secure a free ticket to attend. Stay tuned for more information. 

Parents & Guardians - we will need lots of volunteers for the After Prom event so keep an eye out for the Sign Up Genius!! 

Any questions, please feel free to contact Jane Czarnopys at chemczar@msn.com or Cathy Grimes at rajgrimes@yahoo.com

2022 GHS Prom "Guarde la fecha" e información–

Prom será el sábado 9 de abril de 7:00 pm a 11:00 pm en The Fillmore en Silver Spring. La información sobre las entradas saldrá en la primavera.

La fiesta anual “After Prom” de GHS será en el gimnasio de GHS el sábado 9 de abril de 11:00 p. m. a 3:00 a. m. La fiesta después del baile de graduación es GRATIS, pero se requerirán boletos.

Los asistentes tendrán la oportunidad de ganar premios como tarjetas de regalo para restaurantes locales, salones de uñas, IFly, Bowlero y mucho más. ¡El gran premio de una tarjeta de regalo de $500 para el minorista de su elección se sortea a las 2:30 a. m. para un senior y un junior (debe estar presente para ganar)! Habrá comida gratis, música y horas de actividades divertidas como mesas de Texas Hold'em y Black Jack, juegos inflables como una carrera de obstáculos, futbolín y Hungry Hippo; Artistas del tatuaje con aerógrafo, fotomatón, tablas de cornhole, juegos de baloncesto Pop-a-Shot.

No tienes que asistir al baile de graduación para asistir al evento AP. Es necesario asegurar un boleto gratis para asistir. Estén atentos para más información.

Padres y tutores: necesitaremos muchos voluntarios para el evento After Prom, ¡así que estén atentos a Sign Up Genius!

Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en ponerse en contacto con Jane Czarnopys en chemczar@msn.com o Cathy Grimes en rajgrimes@yahoo.com

(posted 02/14/22)

SAVE THE DATES FOR SPRING EVENTS AT GHS!

Save the date for Gburgs Best! 

March 18, 630 pm (doors open at 6pm)

Tickets will be on sale the week of the event.

..............................................

Save the date for the upcoming Senior & Junior Prom, April 9th from 7-11pm at The Fillmore Silver Spring. Tickets will be available to purchase as we get closer to the date. 

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Don’t forget about the awesome After Prom (AP) event that is FREE to all seniors & juniors.  The AP event will be held after the prom at the GHS gymnasium from 11pm-3am. 

You will have the opportunity to win prizes such as gift cards to local restaurants, nail salons, IFly, Bowlero and much more.  The grand prize of a $500 gift card to the retailer of your choice is drawn at 0230 for one senior and one junior ( you must be present to win)!!! There will be free food, music, and hours of fun activities such as Texas Hold’em & Black Jack tables, inflatable games such as an obstacle course, foosball & Hungry Hippo; air brush tattoo artists, photo booth, cornhole boards, Pop-a-Shot basketball games.  

You do not have to attend prom to attend the AP event.  You do need to secure a free ticket to attend. Stay tuned for more information about both events. 

Parents - we will need lots of volunteers for the After Prom event so keep an eye out for the Sign Up Genius!! 

(posted 02/14/22)

INTERESTED IN INTERNSHIP?

• Students who are interested in Internship are required to join Ms. Shaw's Text Remind group (Internship Interest Class of 2023) so students can receive important notifications: https://www.remind.com/join/38eg6f  

• INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS for 2022 - 2023 are NOW available online and through your counselor.  Juniors, please join the above links so that you get the latest information regarding internship from Ms. Shaw, Internship Coordinator before you complete the application! Internship Application Link:  https://forms.gle/nkeho74GEcaFG3Qf8  

• For more information, please contact Ms. Shaw by email at Vernelle_L_Shaw@mcpsmd.org or stop by my office in Room 1157 (can be arranged by appointment as well considering Covid social distancing requirements.  

(posted 02/11/22)

NO BALLOONS PERMITTED AT GHS

Trojan community -

We are seeing an increase in balloons coming into Gaithersburg High School to celebrate birthdays and special occasions. Before the upcoming Valentine’s Holiday, we need to share with students and families…

We cannot permit balloons in schools for a variety of reasons, the two most pertinent are (1) if a balloon “escapes” and floats to the ceiling – and they make contact with a sprinkler head – they can set off the fire sprinkler system.  Additionally, (2) we have a number of students with auditory sensory issues, and IF a balloon pops, the loud sound could result in the triggering of anxiety, panic attacks or a PTSD episode.

We need your assistance in enforcing this expectation. There are multiple ways to celebrate special occasions…we just cannot permit balloons to be part of these celebrations.

Thanks for your understanding.  Let me know if you have any questions.

Cary Dimmick

Principal

comunidad troyana -

Estamos viendo un aumento en la llegada de globos a la Escuela Secundaria Gaithersburg para celebrar cumpleaños y ocasiones especiales. Antes de las próximas vacaciones de San Valentín, necesitamos compartir con los estudiantes y las familias...

No podemos permitir globos en las escuelas por una variedad de razones, las dos más pertinentes son (1) si un globo "escapa" y flota hacia el techo, y hace contacto con un rociador, puede activar el sistema de rociadores contra incendios. Además, (2) tenemos una cantidad de estudiantes con problemas sensoriales auditivos, y SI un globo revienta, el sonido fuerte podría desencadenar ansiedad, ataques de pánico o un episodio de PTSD.

Necesitamos su ayuda para hacer cumplir esta expectativa. Hay múltiples formas de celebrar ocasiones especiales... simplemente no podemos permitir que los globos formen parte de estas celebraciones.

Gracias por su comprensión. Hazme saber si tienes alguna pregunta.

cary dimmick

Principal

CAP AND GOWN ORDER EXTENSION

Seniors, the last day to order your cap and gown for graduation is February 28th.  Please go to the link on the GHS website to order your cap and gown.  The cost is $70 which includes tax.

Please contact Ms. Smith or Ms. Donner if you have questions about cap and gown.

(posted 01/31/22)

HBCU COLLEGE FAIR

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Sign up today to attend the annual HBCU College Fair on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18th!

The Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Fair, co-sponsored by Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) and the Montgomery County Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is an event that provides an exceptional opportunity for students in Grades 8 through 12 and their parents/guardians to meet with representatives from over 60 HBCU’s, participate in workshops and more. All fair events will take place virtually. 

Click here to register to attend the HBCU College Fair

Register to attend seminars and workshops! These are open to all grade levels. Click HERE.

Upcoming seminar tomorrow, Saturday, January 22, at 10am! The VIRTUAL UNCF Scholarships Presentation! Learn about all the UNCF scholarship opportunities and how to apply! Click HERE to apply to register for the UNCF seminar.

On the spot admissions will be on February 14-17, 2022, from 8:30am to 4:00pm. These interviews are for SENIORS ONLY. You must register for interviews on Naviance. (Click on About Me > Surveys from your school > 2022 HBCU Fair On-the-Spot Interviews)

Please contact Mrs. Faria (daisy_m_faria@mcpsmd.org) if you have any questions!

(posted 01/21/22)

CAP AND GOWN ORDERS - CLARIFICATION

SENIORS: We know there has been some confusion on the Jostens website for cap and gown pick purchases. Please click HERE for the direct link to the page you need. Deadline for the ordering at the $65 price is JANUARY 31. Please see Ms. Smith, Ms. Keres, or Ms. Donner if you need help. 

(posted 01/21/22)

INCOMING 9TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT PRESENTATION

Parents of incoming 9th graders: Please see our presentation from the parent night on January 6. 

English

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(posted 01/14/22)

SECOND SEMESTER PARKING PERMITS

Attention Students Who Drive To School:

The Second Semester will begin on Tuesday, January 25th and you must have an approved SECOND SEMESTER Parking Permit to park at Gaithersburg High School.  Even if you had a parking permit in the First Semester, you still have to apply for a permit Second Semester.

Please read the information below carefully, then fill out the parking permit application at the end of this post. 

Gaithersburg High School Community:

Juniors and Seniors will have the opportunity to apply for the FY 22 Second Semester Student Parking Permit which is valid from January 25 through June 15, 2022.  

Gaithersburg High School has 124 possible Student Parking Spaces (74 on site at GHS and 50 at Bohrer Park).  Student Parking Spaces are assigned on a “first come, first served” basis.   Payment of $37.50 per semester is required at the end of the application process after approval is given and all documentation received.

Students must meet ALL of the following core criteria to be approved for a student parking permit:

-          Classified as a senior (12th grade) or junior (11th grade) according to MCPS criteria

-          Has no more than three (3) unexcused absences in any class, from the prior or current semester

-          Has no outstanding financial obligations

-          Has a record of satisfactory behavior

-     Past GPA history may be considered 

Students must also meet ONE OR MORE of the following additional criteria:

-          Participation in a school-sponsored, after-school activity that meets a minimum of three (3) times per week

-          Attend an approved school or program requiring private transportation

-          Unusual or imperative need

The above criteria must be met at the time the application is submitted and must be maintained throughout the semester in order for the student to retain the parking permit.  Any violation may result in the revocation of the permit.

If the student is approved for a parking permit, the Student and Parent will receive an email from Mrs. Debra Hudson, the School Financial Specialist, with additional instructions regarding what information is required to complete the Student Parking Permit application process.

If the student is NOT approved for a parking permit, Mrs. Hudson will also communicate that information to the Student and Parent with an explanation why the student was not approved.

If you have any questions regarding this process, please reach out to School Business Administrator, Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org with questions.

Please fill out the FY 22 Second Semester Student Parking Pre-Approval Form to begin the process of applying for a student parking permit. 

(posted 01/12/22)

GHS Internship Fall 2022 - Spring 2023  

• For students interested in doing an Internship their senior year OR those who need to do an internship during the 2022-2023 school year in order to complete your Pathway or Academy program, please complete the following Google form: https://forms.gle/LhgUayzwLoxU61Y58  

• Students who are interested in Internship are required to join Ms. Shaw's Text Remind group (Internship Interest Class of 2023) so students can receive important notifications: https://www.remind.com/join/38eg6f  

• INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS for 2022 - 2023 are NOW available online and through your counselor.  Juniors, please join the above links so that you get the latest information regarding internship from Ms. Shaw, Internship Coordinator before you complete the application! Internship Application Link:  https://forms.gle/nkeho74GEcaFG3Qf8  

• For more information, please contact Ms. Shaw by email at Vernelle_L_Shaw@mcpsmd.org or stop by my office in Room 1157 (can be arranged by appointment as well considering Covid social distancing requirements.  

(posted 01/10/22)

INCOMING 9TH GRADE PARENT MEETING TONIGHT

Parents of incoming 9th graders: GHS will hold a parent information meeting for incoming 9th graders tonight, January 6, at 7pm. The meeting will be virtual. 

Link:

https://meet.google.com/nyn-dsgy-cpi

dial +1 419-677-0606 and enter this PIN: 595 464 713#

Para nuestras familias hispanohablantes: Lamentamos decir que debido a ciertas circunstancias, no podemos ofrecer esta presentación en español. Traduciremos las diapositivas y las publicaremos en el sitio web lo antes posible.

(posted 01/06/21)

CAP AND GOWN ORDERS

Seniors: order your cap and gown before January 31 for $70. The price goes up after that. See this flyer or come see Ms. Smith in 2039 for more details. 

(posted 01/05/22)

VERY LAST OPPORTUNITY FOR SENIOR PORTRAITS!! 

Attention Seniors:  The very last days to have your Senior portrait taken here at GHS to be included in the yearbook are Monday, February 7th and Wednesday, February 9th.

Go to www.prestigeportraits.com to make an appointment.  The appointments will be scheduled for after school in the auditorium.

(posted 01/05/22)

COVID REPORTING

Trojan Community: 

Any individual who tests positive MUST isolate for 10 days regardless of vaccination status or symptoms. Per MCPS, please use this FORM to report positive COVID-19 cases for students and staff. Please see this COVID QUARANTINE CALENDAR for your return to work/school date. 

(posted 01/05/22)

MCPS Winter Break Isolation and Quarantine Calendar for Positive COVID Cases

Trojan families -

As we enter into the winter break, and with the recent rapid escalation of positive COVID cases in Montgomery County, we wanted to provide you with some guidance on isolation and quarantine time-periods for anyone testing positive for COVID.

Essentially, anyone who tests positive after December 23rd CANNOT return to school on January 3, 2022.  Additionally, anyone unvaccinated who is exposed after December 27, can’t return until after January 4, 2022.

If your child tests positive for COVID, and subsequently will need to isolate or quarantine for a time-period that does not allow them to return to GHS on January 3, 2022, please email Ms. Tomlin-Boxall, our attendance secretary, at Gabrielle_Tomlin-Boxall@mcpsmd.org

Please see the MCPS Winter Break Isolation and Quarantine Calendar HERE- as well as attached.

Have a safe, healthy and relaxing holiday break. 

Cary DimmickPrincipal

Familias de troyanos -

Al entrar en las vacaciones de invierno, y con la reciente escalada rápida de casos positivos de COVID en el condado de Montgomery, queríamos brindarle una guía sobre los períodos de aislamiento y cuarentena para cualquier persona que dé positivo por COVID.

Esencialmente, cualquier persona que dé positivo después del 23 de diciembre NO PUEDE regresar a la escuela el 3 de enero de 2022. Además, cualquier persona no vacunada que esté expuesta después del 27 de diciembre no puede regresar hasta después del 4 de enero de 2022.

Si su hijo da positivo en la prueba de COVID y, posteriormente, deberá aislarlo o ponerlo en cuarentena durante un período de tiempo que no le permite regresar a GHS el 3 de enero de 2022, envíe un correo electrónico a la Sra. Tomlin-Boxall, nuestra secretaria de asistencia, a Gabrielle_Tomlin -Boxall@mcpsmd.org

Consulte el Calendario de aislamiento y cuarentena durante las vacaciones de invierno de MCPS AQUI, así como el adjunto.

Disfrute de unas vacaciones seguras, saludables y relajantes.

Cary DimmickPrincipal

MCPS Winter Quarantine Calculator

(posted 12/27/21)

After-School Tutoring Now Available for GHS Students

Trojan families -

We are excited to offer an opportunity for GHS students to participate in tutoring outside of the school day at no charge to you.

We know that many students have unfinished learning because of the educational impact from COVID-19. Our tutoring model makes sure students have the skills they need to stay successful in their classes.   

We have both virtual and in person options for tutoring.

If you would like your child to participate in our tutoring program, please fill out this google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ZkDDG-5mPJ42IIyUUIGx3TrfJ22TMOQwgwKCrYTHyEE/edit

Please email Ms. Nadjibe at Caitlin_Nadjibe@mcpsmd.org with any questions you may have about our tutoring program.

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Familias de troyanos -

Nos complace ofrecer una oportunidad para que los estudiantes de GHS participen en tutorías fuera del horario escolar sin costo para usted.

Sabemos que muchos estudiantes tienen aprendizajes sin terminar debido al impacto educativo de COVID-19. Nuestro modelo de tutoría asegura que los estudiantes tengan las habilidades que necesitan para tener éxito en sus clases.

Tenemos opciones de tutoría tanto virtuales como presenciales.

Si desea que su hijo participe en nuestro programa de tutoría, complete este formulario de Google: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ZkDDG-5mPJ42IIyUUIGx3TrfJ22TMOQwgwKCrYTHyEE/edit

Envíe un correo electrónico a la Sra. Nadjibe a Caitlin_Nadjibe@mcpsmd.org con cualquier pregunta que pueda tener sobre nuestro programa de tutoría.

(posted 12/14/21)

🎓 SAVE THE DATE!! 🎓

Gaithersburg High School will tentatively hold our 2022 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, June 9th at 9:00 am in the GHS athletic stadium.  The first tentative “rain date” will be on that Thursday, June 9th at 6:00 pm in the GHS athletic stadium, with the second “rain date” being the following day on Friday, June 10th at 9:00 am also in the GHS stadium.

Please note the “tentative” dates are pending a review of COVID-19 health and safety metrics within Montgomery County and the local government authorities associated with the graduation venues. MCPS has established contingency plans for our commencement exercises in the event that decisions are made by local government authorities, based on COVID-19 health and safety metrics, to restrict access to any or all of these graduation venues.

We will be releasing more information about our 2022 Graduation in the spring.

Mr. Cary Dimmick

Principal

(posted 12/09/21)

Weather Emergencies and School Closures

Dear Parents and Guardians:

Winter weather emergencies, such as snow and ice, may cause disruptions in school operations, including school closings, delayed openings, or early dismissals.

This letter provides information about the procedures used when such disruptions occur.

Also, information is provided in the letter about the weather contingency plan that would provide for makeup instructional days if the school year is disrupted by emergencies and schools are closed three or more days.

Sincerely,

Cary Dimmick, Principal

Queridos padres y guardianes:

Las emergencias del clima invernal, como la nieve y el hielo, pueden causar interrupciones en las operaciones escolares, incluidos cierres de escuelas, aperturas demoradas o salidas tempranas.

Esta carta proporciona información sobre los procedimientos utilizados cuando ocurren tales interrupciones.

Además, se proporciona información en la carta sobre el plan de contingencia climática que proporcionaría días de instrucción de recuperación si el año escolar se ve interrumpido por emergencias y las escuelas cierran tres o más días.

Atentamente,

Cary Dimmick, Director

(posted 12/09/21)

Free English Classes for Parents

MCPS & Literacy Council Offers Free English as a Second Language Classes for MCPS Parents

In collaboration with MCPS, the Literacy Council of Montgomery County (LCMC) is offering free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for MCPS parents. The classes will be held virtually and there will be options for all levels of English speakers. They are available to any MCPS parent for whom English is not their first language. Parents can complete this Interest form to receive a placement test. 

(posted 12/08/21)

MACBETH

Come Hither! The GHS Drama Department's Fall Play, William Shakespeare's "Macbeth" will be December 3rd and 4th at 7pm and December 5th at 2pm (Matinee show). Doors open at 6:30pm 12/03-12/04 & 1:30pm on 12/05. Tickets are $5 Students and $7 Adults. "Something wicked this way comes..."

Online Tickets can be purchased here: https://tinyurl.com/mryuynnf 

Tickets will be sold at the door. Cash only. 

(posted 11/30/21)

SENIORS - LAST CALL FOR PORTRAITS!

Attention Seniors.  This week is your last chance to have your senior portrait taken here at GHS.  If you haven’t already, please go to www.prestigeportrait.com to make an appointment.  After this week, you will have to go to the Lifetouch Studio in Rockville if you want to have your senior portrait included in the yearbook.  Please contact Ms. Donner if you have any questions.

(posted 11/29/21)

ATTENTION SENIORS!

Lifetouch will be here at Gaithersburg HS from Monday, November 29th through Friday, December 3rd to take Senior Portraits for the yearbook.

Seniors can make an appointment at www.prestigeportraits.com.

This will be your last opportunity to get your Senior Portrait taken for the yearbook.

Contact Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org  if you have any questions.

(posted 11/22/21)

SNHS TUTORING

The Science National Honor Society will begin a new STEM tutoring program during REM. We have reserved space in the Media Center for every Thursday during REM starting Thursday, December 2nd. There will be different tables designated for different classes (ie PLTW, Chemistry, Physics, Geometry, etc) for students to sit and receive tutoring assistance.

Students signing out for REM will use the QR code, Teacher: Hoffman, Location: Media Center

Questions? See Ms. Hoffman in room 3052 or email Kelly_K_Hoffman@mcpsmd.org 

(posted 11/10/21)

SENIOR PORTRAIT MAKE UP DATES

Seniors: if you still need to take your senior portraits, your last chance to do so at GHS is MONDAY, NOV. 29 - FRIDAY, DEC. 3 in the cafeteria after school. Go to prestigeportraits.com to make your appointment. If you search for your name and do not find it, you need to call to make the appointment. 

(posted 11/10/21)

IT'S WRESTLING SEASON!

Hello GHS fam! Coach Zach here with some wrestling information.

Winter Sports registration is open NOW, so don’t delay! Wrestling season begins November 15th, and with the Winter Sports MCPS COVID-19 vaccine requirement, we can all be assured that we will have a great, safe season ahead. For help navigating the registration process in ParentVue, click here.

For a detailed list of all required documents, click here.

While there are no try-outs to be on the wrestling team, we compete based on weight. Before every season, all potential wrestlers must have their official competition weight certified by MCPS officials. On Saturday, November 6th, at 9:00 AM, we will meet at GHS and take a bus to Clarksburg HS. For more information about Weight Certifications, click here. The Parent Permission portion needs to be filled out, signed, and returned to either coach Zach or coach Jones by November 5th. You can find us in the wrestling room, room 1021 every day from 3:00-6:30PM. You can also email or text us a picture of the completed document.

Wrestling is a mentally and physically demanding sport but it is VERY personally rewarding. Join us in the wrestling room, room 1021, every day after dismissal to prepare your bodies and minds during preseason strength and conditioning training.

We will have an interest meeting at 3:00 PM On Wednesday, November 3rd in front of the stadium. 

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, feel free to email me at zachary_j_gaudreau@mcpsmd.org or text me at (941)525-2945.

(posted 10/28/21)

MAKE UP PICTURES 

Did you miss picture day? Lifetouch will return to GHS on Monday, November 1 for make up student photos.

Any student who did not have their student photo taken in September may go down to the Auditorium according to the below schedule:

Last Names Beginning with:

A – B  1st Period

C – E  2nd Period

F – H  3rd Period

I – M  4th Period

N – P  6th Period

Q – R  7th Period

S – Z  8th Period

Seniors who still need a Student ID may go to the PAC to have the photo taken.  Please note, that this is not for Senior Portraits.  Make up dates for Senior Portraits will be later in November.

(posted 10/28/21)

JOSTENS WILL BE HERE THIS WEDNESDAY!

Attention seniors! Jostens will be here THIS WEDNESDAY, 10/27, in the cafeteria at lunch for cap and gown orders. The cost is $70. Questions? Email Ms. Smith: Stacy_E_Smith@MCPSMD.org.

(posted 10/26/21)

COMMUNITY MESSAGE - ATHLETICS

Trojan community -

This email is to bring attention to the community message sent to all MCPS families yesterday about possible revisions to the operations plan for high school athletic events:

The local high school Athletics Programs in MCPS are designed to support and enhance the academic experience for our students and help build school and community spirit. Each week, our students participate in and attend hundreds of athletic contests, and they almost always demonstrate the respect and sportsmanship that we expect.

Recently, there have been reports of altercations and incidences of disrespectful behavior at some of our contests. While these incidents involve a small number of students, they are entirely unacceptable and require us to consider some changes to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and community members, especially at events where large crowds are expected.

These changes may include:

- Increasing the presence of police officers;

- Increasing the number of MCPS security personnel, as well as school and central office administrative staff;

- Enhancing lighting where necessary;

- Possibly limiting the number of attendees, rescheduling events to weekend days, and/or changing event start times;

- Requiring student IDs to attend and requiring elementary and middle school students to be accompanied by a parent or guardian; and

- Potentially closing concession stands.

MCPS and county leadership will review each large event to determine the necessary safety measures and those will be communicated by the school. It is our hope that these measures will help to eliminate any future problems at athletic events. As a reminder, students can and will face disciplinary action as a result of poor or unsafe behavior at school events, including athletic contests.

MCPS Athletics’ R.A.I.S.E. core values teach and reinforce respect and sportsmanship, academic excellence, integrity and character, spirited and safe competition, and equity and access. It is the responsibility of all of us to model appropriate behavior from students and adults who attend events at MCPS schools. We are reinforcing this message to our students at school and ask that you remind your children of these expectations before they attend any MCPS event. 

Should there be a need at GHS to revise our current practices in any way, we will communicate that to you.

Please continue to attend the fall athletic events to help our student-athletes close out the fall season with the most positive support we can provide them.

Our GHS Student Activities can be found HERE

Please see the MCPS Community Message HERE.

Sincerely,

Cary Dimmick, Principal

Comunidad troyana -

Este correo electrónico es para llamar la atención sobre el mensaje de la comunidad enviado ayer a todas las familias de MCPS sobre posibles revisiones al plan de operaciones para los eventos deportivos de la escuela secundaria:

Los Programas de Atletismo de las escuelas secundarias locales en MCPS están diseñados para apoyar y mejorar la experiencia académica de nuestros estudiantes y ayudar a construir el espíritu escolar y comunitario. Cada semana, nuestros estudiantes participan y asisten a cientos de competencias atléticas, y casi siempre demuestran el respeto y la deportividad que esperamos.

Recientemente, ha habido informes de altercados e incidentes de comportamiento irrespetuoso en algunos de nuestros concursos. Si bien estos incidentes involucran a una pequeña cantidad de estudiantes, son completamente inaceptables y requieren que consideremos algunos cambios para garantizar la seguridad de los estudiantes, el personal y los miembros de la comunidad, especialmente en eventos donde se esperan grandes multitudes.

Estos cambios pueden incluir:

- Incrementar la presencia de agentes de policía;

- Aumentar la cantidad de personal de seguridad de MCPS, así como personal administrativo de la escuela y la oficina central;

- Mejora de la iluminación cuando sea necesario;

- Posiblemente limitar el número de asistentes, reprogramar eventos para los días de fin de semana y / o cambiar las horas de inicio de los eventos;

- Requerir identificación de estudiante para asistir y requerir que los estudiantes de primaria y secundaria estén acompañados por un padre o tutor; y

- Posible cierre de puestos de concesión.

MCPS y el liderazgo del condado revisarán cada gran evento para determinar las medidas de seguridad necesarias y la escuela las comunicará. Esperamos que estas medidas ayuden a eliminar cualquier problema futuro en los eventos deportivos. Como recordatorio, los estudiantes pueden enfrentar y enfrentarán medidas disciplinarias como resultado de un comportamiento deficiente o inseguro en los eventos escolares, incluidas las competencias atléticas.

R.A.I.S.E. de MCPS Athletics los valores fundamentales enseñan y refuerzan el respeto y el espíritu deportivo, la excelencia académica, la integridad y el carácter, la competencia enérgica y segura, la equidad y el acceso. Es responsabilidad de todos modelar el comportamiento apropiado de los estudiantes y adultos que asisten a eventos en las escuelas de MCPS. Estamos reforzando este mensaje para nuestros estudiantes en la escuela y les pedimos que les recuerden estas expectativas a sus hijos antes de que asistan a cualquier evento de MCPS.

Si hubiera una necesidad en GHS de revisar nuestras prácticas actuales de alguna manera, se lo comunicaremos.

Continúe asistiendo a los eventos deportivos de otoño para ayudar a nuestros estudiantes-atletas a cerrar la temporada de otoño con el apoyo más positivo que podamos brindarles.

Nuestras actividades estudiantiles de GHS se pueden encontrar AQUI.

Consulte el mensaje de la comunidad de MCPS AQUI.

Atentamente,

Cary Dimmick, Director

SADD Field Day Against Bullying Event

Please join us for Wednesday Nov. 3, 2021 for the SADD Field Day Against Bullying Event at GHS! Tickets are being sold for $3 for students and $5 for adults. You can purchase a ticket during lunch outside the Cafeteria on 11/1,11/2, or 11/3. You can also purchase a ticket online as well! Come and show your class spirit by wearing your class colors (Freshman- black, Sophomores- green, Juniors- red, Seniors- blue)!

We hope to see you there for a fun battle of the classes field day event with sack races, games, and ultimate frisbee!

"In a world where you can be anything, be kind"

(posted 10/22/21)

GHS CTE PROGRAM SY22

The SY22 GHS CTE Program information videos are here! Think you might be interested? Check them out below:

• GHS CCGS/CTE Middle School Presentation 2021-2022

• GHS CTE Visiting Students Information 2021-2022 School Year

Questions? See Dr. Adams in 2007 or email Keith_G_Adams@mcpsmd.org.

(posted 10/21/21)

Write After School

Trojan students: Need help with a writing assignment? Come to Write After School and get some help! Ms. Fowler and Ms. Kamali will be hosting this valuable resource on TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS from 3:00 - 4:00. See this short presentation for more information. 

(posted 10/20/21)

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM MR. DIMMICK

Good Afternoon Trojan Families,

I am emailing you to make you aware of an incident that occurred today at Gaithersburg High School.  At approximately 12:00 noon, there was a vehicle in our bus loop that caught fire.  There were no occupants in the vehicle at the time and nobody was injured.  Emergency services were called and responded quickly to put out the fire.  As a result of this emergency, a shelter-in-place was put into effect for students and staff while the situation was brought under control.  Our bell schedule was adjusted and students were released to go to lunch at 12:15 p.m.

Thank you to all students and staff for their cooperation while this incident was handled.  If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.

Mr. Cary Dimmick

Principal of Gaithersburg HS

101 Education Boulevard

Gaithersburg, MD 20877

ph: 301-284-4500

(posted 10/18/21)

CAP AND GOWN ORDERS - CLASS OF 2022

Attention Seniors!

The time has come to order your cap and gown for graduation! Please see this flyer for more information. Jostens will be here OCTOBER 27 at lunch for orders. Don't delay! The cost is $70 and includes the cap, gown, stole, and tassel. The price goes up after January 31, 2022. Questions? See Ms. Smith in 2039 or email Stacy_E_Smith@mcpsmd.org. 

(posted 10/11/21)

PLTW INTEREST MEETING (8TH GRADE STUDENTS ONLY)

Attention 8th grade students and parents: 

Is your child interested in pursuing a career in the biomedical sciences? Please join us for an informational zoom meeting at 6:00pm on Wednesday, October 13th to learn more about the Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences Program at Gaithersburg High School. Please join the meeting using your student's school zoom account.  If you do not have a current MCPS student, please email caitlin_nadjibe@mcpsmd.org and give your name & email address so you can be granted access to the meeting.

Prior to this meeting, you can investigate this program by going to the Gaithersburg High Science Department website. You will find the PLTW page there. If you cannot make the meeting the video and slides for our presentation will be posted on the GHS website after the meeting.

(posted 10/07//21)

YEARBOOK PICTURE MAKE-UPS

Lifetouch will be here on Monday, November 1st for underclassmen make up photos.

This session is for anyone who missed the first sessions on September 15th and 17th and anyone who would like to have it taken again.

(posted 10/0121)

REPORTING BULLYING AND HARASSING BEHAVIORS AT GHS

Trojan families -

Bullying, harassment (including sexual misconduct and sexual harassment), intimidation, hazing, incidents of hate-bias, and concerning issues involving student gender identity are not tolerated in MCPS.

We at Gaithersburg HS are committed to ensuring our students feel safe, valued, and respected in our schools.

Should your student ever feel unsafe at school, please encourage them to report this to school administration immediately.

Please see the attached flyer for more information on how you or your child can file a report. 

ENGLISH

SPANISH

Thank you for all you continue to do to keep Gaithersburg High School a safe learning environment for all our students.

Familias de troyanos -

La intimidación, el acoso (incluida la conducta sexual inapropiada y el acoso sexual), la intimidación, las novatadas, los incidentes de prejuicio por odio y los problemas relacionados con la identidad de género de los estudiantes no son tolerados en MCPS.

En Gaithersburg HS estamos comprometidos a asegurar que nuestros estudiantes se sientan seguros, valorados y respetados en nuestras escuelas.

Si su estudiante alguna vez se siente inseguro en la escuela, anímelo a informarlo a la administración de la escuela inmediatamente.

Consulte el folleto adjunto para obtener más información sobre cómo usted o su hijo pueden presentar un informe.

Gracias por todo lo que continúan haciendo para mantener a Gaithersburg High School en un ambiente de aprendizaje seguro para todos nuestros estudiantes.

(posted 09/24/21)

HOCO 2021 GUEST APPROVAL FORM 

Trojan students: Homecoming is October 2. If you plan to attend Homecoming with a guest from another MCPS school, please fill out this form and turn it in to Ms. Montevilla in the main office by Thursday, Sept. 30. No forms will be accepted after this date. Questions? See Ms. Keres in room 1069. 

(posted 09/17/21)

GRADUATION SURVEY - CLASS OF 2022

Trojan seniors and senior families -

As a student or parent/guardian of a Gaithersburg High School student in the current Class of 2022, please respond to this important survey related to commencement venue selection for 2022 MCPS Graduation ceremonies. 

Your input is important as we explore a variety of considerations for these important events celebrating our graduating seniors.

Ceremonies held outdoors will have identified inclement weather back-up dates established in advance. 

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and input with us by Thursday, September 30, 2021.

Graduation Survey link can be found HERE

Personas mayores de Trojan y familias de la tercera edad -

Como estudiante o padre / tutor de un estudiante de la escuela secundaria de Gaithersburg en la clase actual de 2022, responda a esta importante encuesta relacionada con la selección del lugar de graduación para las ceremonias de graduación de MCPS 2022.

Su opinión es importante a medida que exploramos una variedad de consideraciones para estos importantes eventos que celebran a nuestros estudiantes de último año que se gradúan.

Las ceremonias que se realicen al aire libre tendrán las fechas de respaldo identificadas para las inclemencias del tiempo establecidas con anticipación.

Gracias por compartir sus pensamientos y aportes con nosotros.

Se puede encontrar el enlace de la encuesta de graduación AQUI

(posted 09/15/21)

COLLEGE AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION

Attention Class of 2022 and parents/caregivers: 

We will be hosting a virtual parent college night on Wednesday, September 15. The English session will be at 6pm and the Spanish session will be at 7pm. 

We will also be hosting a virtual financial aid night on Wednesday, September 22. The English session will be at 6pm and the Spanish session will be at 7pm. 

Please see the linked flyers below or contact Ms. Daisy Faria for more information. Zoom links will be sent to all Class of 2022 student and families and will also be posted on the College & Career Website. No registration is needed. 

Virtual College Night

Virtual Financial Aid Night 

(posted 09/02/21)

PROMOTION AND GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Trojan students and parents: 

Do you know the requirements for moving to the next grade level? Do you know the graduation requirements for your class? This is good information to know and each is linked for you below. Please contact your counselor if you have any questions. 

Promotion Requirements

Graduation Requirements (be sure to click on the appropriate class: 9th grade = Class of 2025; 10th grade = Class of 2024; 11th grade = Class of 2023; 12th grade = Class of 2022)

(posted 09/02/21)

Family Life Curriculum Preview - BTSN

Please join us for our Health Back to School Night where we will preview the Family Life curriculum for all who are interested! All Health teachers will be present. This year, the event will be virtual. Please find ZOOM info below.

Here is the zoom link for the FLHS parent meeting 9/2 @5:00 pm

Join Zoom Meeting

https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/4227090086?pwd=UkwweFFoODlBYlpRMFZsMFhPamVudz09

Meeting ID: 422 709 0086

Passcode: Walsh

(posted 09/01/21)

PICTURE DAY AT GHS

Get those smiles on! 😁

Picture day at GHS is September 15 and 17. Pictures will be taken through Social Studies classes. Photo packages are available for pre-order. Click HERE for more information. Ordering information is HERE.

(posted 08/30/21)

PARENT NIGHT August 26, 2021

Thank you for joining us tonight for Parent Night.      Here is the English version of the presentation.    If you have any additional questions, please contact your student's administrator.    

Spanish Version

STUDENT REQUESTS TO CHANGE CLASSES

Trojan students and families -

A message from our GHS Counseling Department:

As we begin classes for students next week, we wanted to share the following information regarding student requests to change classes.

Students with MISSING Classes:

The first two days of school (Monday and Tuesday), counselors will only see those students with major scheduling concerns (i.e. students who have a hole in their schedule or if a student took a class in summer school - and passed it - but it is still on their schedule).

Students who want to CHANGE Classes:

Beginning 3rd day of School (Wednesday), students can make appointments with their counselor to meet regarding scheduling concerns (i.e. make any schedule change of classes, such as on-level to honors, etc.).

Students can schedule appointments through the GHS Counseling Website HERE beginning on Tuesday, August 31st.

If you have any questions, please reach out to your individual counselor.  Counseling contact information can be found HERE.

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Estudiantes y familias de Trojan -

Un mensaje de nuestro Departamento de Consejería de GHS:

Al comenzar las clases para los estudiantes la próxima semana, queríamos compartir la siguiente información con respecto a las solicitudes de los estudiantes para cambiar de clase.

Estudiantes con clases PERDIDAS:

Los primeros dos días de clases (lunes y martes), los consejeros solo verán a aquellos estudiantes con problemas importantes de programación (es decir, estudiantes que tienen un agujero en su horario o si un estudiante tomó una clase en la escuela de verano y la aprobó, pero es todavía en su horario).

Estudiantes que quiere CAMBIAR de Clases:

A partir del tercer día de clases (miércoles), los estudiantes pueden hacer citas con su consejero para reunirse con respecto a las preocupaciones de programación (es decir, hacer cualquier cambio de horario de clases, como nivel de honor, etc.).

Los estudiantes pueden programar citas a través del sitio web de consejería de GHS AQUI a partir del martes 31 de agosto.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con su consejero individual. La información de contacto de consejería se puede encontrar AQUI.

(posted 08/25/21)

ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR

Please click HERE for important information regarding enrolling at Gaithersburg High School. Information is available in English and Spanish.

(posted 08/18/21)

Update on Senior Portraits

GHS Seniors:

FYI - Lifetouch will be at Gaithersburg High School Monday, November 29 through Friday, December 3, 2021 in the afternoon and evening for Seniors to have their portraits taken for the yearbook.  The website to make an appointment will not be open until closer to the actual dates.

If students prefer to go to either their Rockville or Baltimore location now, they can make an appointment at www.prestigeportaits.com.

(posted 08/16/21)

STUDENT PARKING FOR 21-22 SCHOOL YEAR

Gaithersburg High School Community:

Beginning Monday, August 16, 2021, Juniors and Seniors will have the opportunity to apply for the FY 22 First Semester Student Parking Permit which is valid from August 30, 2021 through January 21, 2022.  There will be another opportunity in January of 2022 to apply for the FY 22 Second Semester Student Parking Permit.

Gaithersburg High School has 124 possible Student Parking Spaces (74 on site at GHS and 50 at Bohrer Park).  Student Parking Spaces are assigned on a “first come, first served” basis.   Payment of $37.50 per semester is required at the end of the application process after approval is given and all documentation received.

Students must meet ALL of the following core criteria to be approved for a student parking permit:

• Classified as a senior (12th grade) or junior (11th grade) according to MCPS criteria

• Has no more than three (3) unexcused absences in any class, from the prior or current semester

• Has no outstanding financial obligations

• Has a record of satisfactory behavior

• Past GPA history may be considered (Prior Eligibility requirements are not being enforced Q1, 2021)

Students must also meet ONE OR MORE of the following additional criteria:

• Participation in a school-sponsored, after-school activity that meets a minimum of three (3) times per week

• Attend an approved school or program requiring private transportation

• Unusual or imperative need

The above criteria must be met at the time the application is submitted and must be maintained throughout the semester in order for the student to retain the parking permit.  Any violation may result in the revocation of the permit.

To begin the FY 22 Student Parking Permit Process, Students or Parents should fill out the FY 22 Student Parking Permit Approval Form. 

If the student is approved for a parking permit, the Student and Parent will receive an email from Mrs. Debra Hudson, the School Financial Specialist, with additional instructions regarding what information is required to complete the Student Parking Permit application process.

If the student is NOT approved for a parking permit, Mrs. Hudson will also communicate that information to the Student and Parent with an explanation why the student was not approved.

If you have any questions regarding this process, please reach out to School Business Administrator, Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org with questions.

(posted 08/13/21)

Chromebooks

MCPS is providing a new Chrome Book for all incoming 9th graders and returning 11th and 12th graders.  

10th graders received a new Chrome Book last school year.

Students may Pick Up a new Chrome Book and Return their old Chrome Book on the following dates:

Who: 9th Grade

What: Return old Chrome Book and Pick Up new one

Where: GHS, In front of the Child Development play area in front of the school

When: Wednesday, August 18th, 10 am to 2 pm

How: Drive or walk up with old Chrome Book with Charger and Student ID written on a piece of paper

Who: 11th and 12th Grade

What: Return old Chrome Book and Pick Up new one

Where: GHS, In front of the Child Development play area in front of the school

When: Thursday, August 19th, 10 am to 2 pm

How: Drive or walk up with old Chrome Book with Charger and Student ID written on a piece of paper

Students will also be able to Pick Up their new Chrome Book and Return their old one once school starts.

Students may also return any items that belong to GHS including Textbooks, Novels and Media Center items at this time.

(posted 08.03/21)

SUMMER PRINCIPAL LETTER and BACK TO SCHOOL INFORMATION

Trojan students and families: please click HERE for a welcome back letter from Mr. Dimmick, as well as information for the coming school year. Among the topics included:

• Return to School Information

• Important Dates for the 2021-2022 School Year

• Student/Family Orientation

• Daily Bell and Transportation Schedules

• Athletics Information

• Counseling and Administrator Assignments

• and much, much more! 

See you soon, Trojans!

(posted 08/02/21)

Senior Portrait Make Up Dates

Seniors!! Senior portrait make up dates are Monday, August 2; Tuesday, August 3; and Wednesday, August 4, in the auditorium at GHS. Make an appointment at www.prestigeportraits.com. 

(posted 07/30/21)

Athletic Registration

Gaithersburg Community - The Athletic Department will be hosting 2 Athletic Registration Assistance Nights, Wednesday, July 28 and Thursday, August 5 from 5:00 - 8:00pm in room 1069. Caregiver must be present to register their students. We will have bilingual assistance for anyone that might need it.

Please contact Athletic Specialist Will Gant if you have any questions: William_C_Gant@mcpsmd.org.

(posted 07/27/21)

Transportation Information

Trojan students and families: please see the information below for school bus schedule information to and from Gaithersburg High School for the 2021-2022 school year.

High School - English 

High School - Spanish

Bus Schedule - Arriving

Bus Schedule - Departing

(posted 07/21/21)

GHS Fall Sports Registration is OPEN (La inscripción para los deportes de otoño de GHS está ABIERTA)

Trojan families -

MCPS and Gaithersburg High School are excited to announce that registration for Fall Sports will open on July 12th!

Below is the link to the important information regarding the upcoming Fall Sports season, as well as the registration process. Additional information can be found on the MCPS Athletics website.   

Tryouts will start August 11, specific dates and times will be announced in early August, so please make sure your student-athlete has his/her physical examination and all relevant paperwork completed before August 11th.

GHS Athletics Link:  https://gaithersburgathletics.com/2021/07/07/fall-sports-registration-opens-july-12/

Familias de troyanos -

¡MCPS y la escuela preparatoria Gaithersburg se complace en anunciar que las inscripciones para los deportes de otoño se abrirán el 12 de julio!

A continuación se muestra el enlace a la información importante sobre la próxima temporada de deportes de otoño, así como el proceso de registro. Se puede encontrar información adicional en el sitio web de MCPS Athletics.

Las pruebas comenzarán el 11 de agosto, las fechas y horarios específicos se anunciarán a principios de agosto, así que asegúrese de que su estudiante-atleta tenga su examen físico y toda la documentación relevante completa antes del 11 de agosto.

Enlace de atletismo de GHS: https://gaithersburgathletics.com/2021/07/07/fall-sports-registration-opens-july-12/

(posted 07/08/21)

REQUIRED Health Forms for '21-'22 School Year (Formularios de salud REQUERIDOS para el año escolar '21 -'22)

(Vea a continuación el mensaje en español)

Dear Gaithersburg High School Families,

A message from our GHS Health Room regarding necessary forms for the upcoming 2021-2022 School year.  Please review the following reminders and contact the health room with any questions:

Health room staff will be available beginning August 24, 2021. Please call the health room prior to arriving at school so we can arrange to meet you.

Contact Information:

•    GHS Health Room: 301-284-4530 or 301-284-4531

•    GHS Nurse: Milva McCallum - Milva_A_McCallum@mcpsmd.org

Links to 2021-2022 health forms are contained within this email.

Forms may be submitted over the summer by:

a) Email to Milva_A_McCallum@mcpsmd.org

b) Fax: 301-284-4700

c) Mail: Gaithersburg High School – 101 Education Boulevard; Gaithersburg, MD 20877

d) Drop off to the health room beginning August 24, 2021

Please Note: - Health room staff will NOT be monitoring health forms sent to the nurse's email and/or school over the summer; forms will be reviewed when health staff return in August 2021.

For school-related health matters that require planning during the summer, please call School Health Services during normal weekday business hours at 240-777-1550.

1.      Summer physicals & healthcare appointments:

Please plan to bring health forms that are applicable to appointments your child may have this summer:

• Health Inventory Form,  

• Medication Authorization Form,  

• Treatment Form, 

• Anaphylaxis Medication Form,  

• Asthma Action Plan/Medication Form, 

• Dental Health Form

3.      Medication requirements for 2021-2022 School Year:

All medications at school require an authorization form to be completed by a healthcare provider and parent/guardian. This pertains to all prescription, over the counter and emergency medications kept in the health room or self-carried by students. Links to these forms are contained in section 2, above.  Parents/guardians are requested to call the health room prior to dropping off medications and forms so we can arrange to meet you.

4.      Immunization Requirements for 2021-2022 School Year:

All students must have up to date immunization records prior to the start of the 2021-2022 school year.  Parents should contact their doctor to make sure their child is properly immunized and submit a copy of the documentation to the Health Room at your child’s school as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, August 30, 2021 the first day of the 2021-2022 school year. 

Immunizations for students new to MCPS and children in Kindergarten through Grade 12, are available Monday through Friday, by appointment, at locations in Rockville and Germantown.

Appointments are available at:

•    School Health Services Immunization Clinic at Rocking Horse Road: 4910 Macon Road. Rockville; Phone: 240-740-4430 

•    Germantown Health Center: 12900 Middlebrook Rd. Germantown; Phone: 240-777-3380

•    Visit this webpage to view the full list of immunization requirements for students.

5.      Asthma & Allergies: Please complete and submit a Student Asthma Management Plan (SAMP) and Allergy Form if your child has asthma and/or allergies. For medications at school relating to Asthma and Allergy management, please refer to sections 2 and 3 above for forms and medication requirements.

The health room looks forward to supporting CHS students in the upcoming school year!

Milva A. McCallum, RN, MSN

Community Health Nurse II

Gaithersburg HS 301-284-4531

Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services

School Health Services

Milva_A_McCallum@mcpsmd.org

Estimadas familias de la preparatoria Gaithersburg,

Un mensaje de nuestra Sala de Salud de GHS sobre los formularios necesarios para el próximo año escolar 2021-2022. Revise los siguientes recordatorios y comuníquese con la sala de salud si tiene alguna pregunta:

El personal de la sala de salud estará disponible a partir del 24 de agosto de 2021. Llame a la sala de salud antes de llegar a la escuela para que podamos hacer arreglos para reunirse con usted.

Información del contacto:

• Sala de salud de GHS: 301-284-4530 o 301-284-4531

• Enfermera de GHS: Milva McCallum - Milva_A_McCallum@mcpsmd.org

En este correo electrónico se incluyen enlaces a los formularios de salud 2021-2022.

Los formularios pueden enviarse durante el verano por:

a) Envíe un correo electrónico a Milva_A_McCallum@mcpsmd.org

b) Fax: 301-284-4700

c) Correo: Escuela secundaria Gaithersburg - 101 Education Boulevard; Gaithersburg, MD 20877

d) Entrega a la sala de salud a partir del 24 de agosto de 2021

Tenga en cuenta: - El personal de la sala de salud NO controlará los formularios de salud enviados al correo electrónico de la enfermera y / o la escuela durante el verano; Los formularios se revisarán cuando el personal de salud regrese en agosto de 2021.

Para asuntos de salud relacionados con la escuela que requieran planificación durante el verano, por favor llame a Servicios de Salud Escolar durante el horario laboral normal de la semana al 240-777-1550.

1. Exámenes físicos de verano y citas de atención médica:

Planee traer los formularios de salud que se apliquen a las citas que su hijo pueda tener este verano:

• Health Inventory Form,  

• Medication Authorization Form,  

• Treatment Form, 

• Anaphylaxis Medication Form,  

• Asthma Action Plan/Medication Form, 

• Dental Health Form

3. Requisitos de medicamentos para el año escolar 2021-2022:

Todos los medicamentos en la escuela requieren un formulario de autorización que debe completar un proveedor de atención médica y un padre / tutor. Esto se refiere a todos los medicamentos recetados, de venta libre y de emergencia que se guarden en la sala de salud o que los estudiantes lleven ellos mismos. Los enlaces a estos formularios se encuentran en la sección 2 anterior. Se solicita a los padres / tutores que llamen a la sala de salud antes de dejar los medicamentos y los formularios para que podamos hacer arreglos para encontrarnos con usted.

4. Requisitos de vacunación para el año escolar 2021-2022:

Todos los estudiantes deben tener registros de vacunación actualizados antes del inicio del año escolar 2021-2022. Los padres deben comunicarse con su médico para asegurarse de que su hijo esté debidamente inmunizado y enviar una copia de la documentación a la Sala de Salud de la escuela de su hijo lo antes posible, pero a más tardar el lunes 30 de agosto de 2021 el primer día del 2021- Año escolar 2022.

Las vacunas para estudiantes nuevos en MCPS y niños de jardín de infantes a grado 12 están disponibles de lunes a viernes, con cita previa, en ubicaciones en Rockville y Germantown.

Las citas están disponibles en:

• Clínica de inmunización de los servicios de salud escolar en Rocking Horse Road: 4910 Macon Road. Rockville; Teléfono: 240-740-4430

• Centro de salud de Germantown: 12900 Middlebrook Rd. Germantown; Teléfono: 240-777-3380

• Visite esta página web para ver la lista completa de requisitos de inmunización para los estudiantes.

5. Asma y alergias: complete y envíe un Plan de manejo del asma del estudiante (SAMP) y un Formulario de alergia si su hijo tiene asma y / o alergias. Para medicamentos en la escuela relacionados con el manejo del asma y las alergias, consulte las secciones 2 y 3 anteriores para conocer los formularios y los requisitos de medicamentos.

¡La sala de salud espera poder apoyar a los estudiantes de CHS en el próximo año escolar!

Milva A. McCallum, enfermera titulada, MSN

Enfermera de salud comunitaria II

Gaithersburg HS 301-284-4531

Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos del Condado de Montgomery

Servicios de salud escolar

Milva_A_McCallum@mcpsmd.org

(posted 07/06/21)

SUMMER SCHOOL BUS ROUTES

Summer school students and caregivers: There are two activity busses running for summer school.  If you live within GHS attendance area and more than 2 miles from school, a bus is provided.  HERE is the bus stop and timing information for the activity busses that will be running for summer school.  

(posted 06/28/21)

Attention Summer School Parents and Students

You should be able to view your summer school schedule in ParentVue/StudentVue.  Parent drop off and pick up will use the Summit Ave. entrance and come through the upper parking lot.  Doors will open at 7:45am.  Classes will meet from 8:00am - 12:30pm.  Lunch will be from 12:30-1:00pm.  Breakfast and lunch are free for all students.   If you have any questions, please contact Caitlin Nadjibe (caitlin_nadjibe@mcpsmd.org).

(posted 06/26/21)

CLASS OF 2021 - INFORMATION FOR GRADUATION PICTURES

Please see this flyer for information on how to access pictures taken at graduation. 

(posted 06/23/21)

IMPORTANT GRADUATION INFORMATION

Trojan seniors and senior parents -

This message is to share some important information and reminders for the Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, June 17th at 6:00 pm at the GHS Stadium.  The rain date will be Friday, June 18th at 9:00 am (or 6:00 pm if the weather is still bad at 9:00 am)

Graduation Information:

- Senior families will receive four (4) tickets to graduation. No visitor will be permitted in the Graduation Ceremony without a ticket - so please make sure you have your tickets before leaving your homes.  For safety and security reasons, no exceptions will be made for those who lost or forgot tickets.

- The ceremony will still be broadcasted live on the NHFS website

- Gates will open at 5:00 pm for first come, first serve seating. 

- Graduates will be expected to be at GHS at 4:45 am on Thursday, June 17th .

- Water bottles will be provided to students at the Ceremony, so no outside bottles or containers will be permitted - and will be confiscated.

- Students should leave bags or purses at home. No bags or purses will be permitted inside the stadium.

- No prop items (i.e. flags, noise makers, etc.) will be permitted in the stadium - and will be confiscated.

- Students should wear comfortable, cool clothing under their robes.  No high heel shoes will be permitted on the stadium turf.

Weather: 

As of this message, the weather seems to be clear. Please make sure you are checking your emails - or our school website - if the weather begins to look inclement. We will update our GHS website if the weather forecast changes.

Graduation Rehearsal: 

- Seniors are being asked to come to GHS on Wednesday, June 16th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm to practice for Graduation.  Seniors should arrive outside the stadium ticket booth (by the plaza level) no later than 9:45 am.

Caps, Gowns, Stolls, & Cords:

- Caps, Gowns, Stolls, & Cords will be distributed AFTER the graduation rehearsal on Wednesday, June 16th.

Graduation Tickets:

- Graduation Tickets will be distributed AFTER the graduation rehearsal on Wednesday, June 16th.

Parking:

- Families and Visitors will be able to park in our main GHS parking lot. Overflow will be at the Bohrer Park Rec Center.  Families and visitors should enter from Education Boulevard and follow police direction.

If you have any graduation-related questions, please email me at Cary_Dimmick@mcpsmd.org.

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Troyanos mayores y padres mayores -

Este mensaje es para compartir información importante y recordatorios para la ceremonia de graduación el próximo jueves 17 de junio a las 6:00 pm en el estadio GHS. La fecha de lluvia será el viernes 18 de junio a las 9:00 a. M. (O 6:00 p. M. Si el clima aún es malo a las 9:00 a. M.)

Información de graduación:

- Las familias mayores recibirán cuatro (4) boletos para la graduación. No se permitirá ningún visitante en la ceremonia de graduación sin un boleto, así que asegúrese de tener sus boletos antes de salir de sus hogares. Por razones de seguridad, no se harán excepciones para aquellos que perdieron u olvidaron boletos.

- La ceremonia aún se transmitirá en vivo en el NHFS website

- Las puertas se abrirán a las 5:00 pm para los primeros que lleguen, los primeros en servir.

- Se espera que los graduados estén en GHS a las 4:45 am el jueves 17 de junio.

- Se proporcionarán botellas de agua a los estudiantes en la ceremonia, por lo que no se permitirán botellas o recipientes externos, y serán confiscados.

- Los estudiantes deben dejar bolsas o carteras en casa. No se permitirán bolsos o carteras dentro del estadio.

- No se permitirán artículos de utilería (es decir, banderas, dispositivos para hacer ruido, etc.) en el estadio, y serán confiscados.

- Los estudiantes deben usar ropa cómoda y fresca debajo de sus túnicas. No se permitirán zapatos de tacón alto en el césped del estadio.

Tiempo:

- A partir de este mensaje, el clima parece estar despejado. Por favor, asegúrese de revisar su correo electrónico, o el sitio web de nuestra escuela, si el clima comienza a verse inclemente. Actualizaremos nuestro sitio web de GHS si cambia el pronóstico del tiempo.

Ensayo de graduación:

- Se les pide a los estudiantes del último año que vengan a GHS el miércoles 16 de junio de 10:00 am a 12:00 pm para practicar para la graduación. Las personas mayores deben llegar fuera de la taquilla del estadio (al nivel de la plaza) a más tardar a las 9:45 am.

Gorras, batas, stolls y cordones:

- Se distribuirán gorras, togas, stolls y cordones DESPUÉS del ensayo de graduación el miércoles 16 de junio.

Boletos de graduación:

- Los boletos de graduación se distribuirán DESPUÉS del ensayo de graduación el miércoles 16 de junio.

Estacionamiento:

- Las familias y los visitantes podrán estacionarse en nuestro estacionamiento principal de GHS. Overflow estará en el Bohrer Park Rec Center. Las familias y los visitantes deben ingresar por Education Boulevard y seguir las instrucciones de la policía.

Si tiene alguna pregunta relacionada con la graduación, envíeme un correo electrónico a Cary_Dimmick@mcpsmd.org.

(posted 06/09/21)

A message from the School Nurse:

GHS Health Room Information RE: Current Medication and Forms for ’21-’22 School Year

A message from our GHS Health Room:  Please review the following reminders and contact the health room with any questions…

Contact Information:

• GHS Health Room: 301-284-4530 or 301-284-4531

• GHS Nurse: Milva McCallum - Milva_A_McCallum@mcpsmd.org

Health room staff plan to be available through Thursday, June 17 and again beginning August 24, 2021. Please call the health room prior to arriving at school so we can arrange to meet you 

Links to 2021-2022 health forms are contained within this email.

Forms may be submitted over the summer by: 

a) Email to Milva_A_McCallum@mcpsmd.org

  b) Fax: 301-284-4700

c) Mail: Gaithersburg High School – 101 Education Boulevard; Gaithersburg, MD 20877

d) Drop off to the health room beginning August 24, 2021

Please Note: - Health room staff will NOT be monitoring health forms sent to the nurse's email and/or school over the summer; forms will be reviewed when health staff return in August 2021.

For school-related health matters that require planning during the summer, please call School Health Services during normal weekday business hours at 240-777-1550.

1.      Medications/Supplies in Health Room:         

Parents/Guardians are requested to pick up any medications/supplies by 12:00 p.m., Thursday, June 17. Anything not collected by then will need to be discarded.

2.      Summer physicals & healthcare appointments:   

Please plan to bring health forms that are applicable to appointments your child may have this summer: Health Inventory Form,  Medication Authorization Form,  Treatment Form, Anaphylaxis Medication Form,  Asthma Action Plan/Medication Form, Dental Health Form

 3.      Medication requirements for 2021-2022 School Year:

All medications at school require an authorization form to be completed by a healthcare provider and parent/guardian. This pertains to all prescription, over the counter and emergency medications kept in the health room or self-carried by students. Links to these forms are contained in section 2, above. Parents/guardians are requested to call the health room prior to dropping off medications and forms so we can arrange to meet you. 

4.      Immunization Requirements for 2021-2022 School Year:      

All students must have up to date immunization records prior to the start of the 2021- 2022 school year.  Parents should contact their doctor to make sure their child is properly immunized and submit a copy of the documentation to the Health Room at your child’s school as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, August 30, 2021 the first day of the 2021-2022 school year. 

Immunizations for students new to MCPS and children in Kindergarten through Grade 12, are available Monday through Friday, by appointment, at locations in Rockville and

Germantown.

Appointments are available at: 

• School Health Services Immunization Clinic at Rocking Horse Road: 4910 Macon Road. Rockville; Phone: 240-740-4430  

• Germantown Health Center: 12900 Middlebrook Rd. Germantown; Phone: 240-777-3380 

Visit this webpage to view the full list of immunization requirements for students. 

        5.      Asthma & Allergies: Please complete and submit a Student Asthma Management Plan (SAMP) and Allergy Form if your child has asthma           and/or allergies. For medications at school relating to Asthma and Allergy management, please refer to sections 2 and 3 above for forms and               medication requirements.

The health room looks forward to supporting GHS students in the upcoming school year! 

(posted 06/09/21)

Community Letter from MCPS RE: Lead in Drinking Water

GHS Community -

Attached is a letter from MCPS regarding lead that was found in the drinking water at GHS during their routine, three-year cycle, checks.

As part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Drinking Water Testing

Program, testing has been completed at your school, and one or more drinking water outlets contained lead concentrations at or above the Montgomery County Council Action Level (AL) of 5 parts per billion (ppb).

A detailed report is available on the MCPS Drinking Water Testing Program website at the following link:

http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/facilities/maintenance/services/water.aspx  

Adhering to the Maryland Department of the Environment regulations, the outlets with elevated lead concentrations were removed from service, and a remediation plan will be implemented for these outlets. Upon completion of the remediation, the outlets will be retested to verify that remediation measures were effective.

Please see this letter for more detail.

(posted 06/02/21)

FREE Link for LIVE 2021 GHS Graduation Ceremony

Trojan community –

The Gaithersburg High School 2021 Graduation Ceremony is almost here!

This year, the Graduation Ceremonies will be broadcast live on the National Federation of High Schools (NHFS) Sports Network.  Our GHS community will be able to watch the live ceremonies for FREE!

To sign up for your free MCPS high school graduation account, please follow these steps:

1.        Go to https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/users/sign_up#

2.        Type in your name, email address, and a password to create your FREE NFHS Network account.

3.        On Thursday, June 17th at 5:30 pm, search for Gaithersburg High School (MD) in the search bar, or head to the direct link for the GHS-specific NHFS page (https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/gaithersburg-high-school-gaithersburg-md/evt902ce27fbf).

4.        At 5:50 pm, tune in to watch our GHS Graduation Ceremony for free…sign in…and help us celebrate our 2021 graduates!

Comunidad troyana -

¡La ceremonia de graduación 2021 de la preparatoria Gaithersburg ya casi está aquí!

Este año, las Ceremonias de Graduación se transmitirán en vivo en la Red Deportiva de la Federación Nacional de Escuelas Secundarias (NHFS). ¡Nuestra comunidad de GHS podrá ver las ceremonias en vivo GRATIS!

Para registrarse para obtener su cuenta gratuita de graduación de la escuela secundaria de MCPS, siga estos pasos:

1. Vaya a  https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/users/sign_up#

2. Escriba su nombre, dirección de correo electrónico y una contraseña para crear su cuenta GRATUITA de la red NFHS.

3. El jueves 17 de junio a las 5:30 pm, busque Gaithersburg High School (MD) en la barra de búsqueda o diríjase al enlace directo de la página NHFS específica de GHS(https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/gaithersburg-high-school-gaithersburg-md/evt902ce27fbf).

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4. A las 5:50 pm, sintonice para ver nuestra Ceremonia de Graduación de GHS de forma gratuita ... regístrese ... ¡y ayúdenos a celebrar a nuestros graduados de 2021!

(posted 05/27/21)

ITEMS RETURN FOR SENIORS

Trojan Seniors and Senior Families –

This coming Wednesday, May 26th, seniors will begin returning all their instructional materials to GHS.  Curbside drop-off outside of Child Development by the main office will the following items:

Return Dates:

•       Wednesday, May 26th          9:30 am to 11: 30 am

•       Wednesday, June 9th          10:00 am to 2:00 pm 

•       Wednesday, June 16th                    12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Items to Return to GHS:

•       Chrome books

•       Textbooks, Novels and other books

•       Media Center Items

•       Calculators

•       NJROTC Uniforms

•       MiFi devices

•       Anything else that belongs to GHS

Obligations:

•       On the date you return items, students will have the opportunity to pay for any unreturned items or obligations with cash or credit/debit card (preferred)

IMPORTANT Items:

•       No students will be permitted in the building.

•       Any item that is not returned will result in a financial obligation.

•       Seniors will NOT receive their cap/gown/cords, their diploma or their yearbook until obligations are paid in full.

•       Underclassmen will be later since last day of school is June 15th.

Caps, Gowns, Cords and Graduation Tickets:

•       Cap/Gowns, Cords and Graduation Tickets will be distributed AFTER the Graduation Rehearsal on Wednesday, June 16th (no exceptions).

Mr. Cary Dimmick

Principal

(posted 05/24/21)

IMPORTANT CHANGES FOR GRADUATION

Trojan seniors and senior families –

MCPS just announced that restrictions to the graduation ceremonies have been lifted. As a result:

Graduation Ceremony:

• Graduation Ceremony is Thursday, June 17th at 6:00 pm in our GHS stadium

• Rain date will be Friday, June 18th at 9:00 am (or 6:00 pm if the weather is still bad at 9:00 am)

• Graduates will now receive 4 total tickets.

• The ceremony will still be broadcasted live on the NHFS website.

• Gates will open for first come, first serve seating 1 hour prior to the ceremony start time.

• Graduates will be expected to be at GHS at 4:45 pm on June 17th (or 7:45 am on the rain date on June 18th)

Graduation Rehearsal: 

• live, in-person Graduation Rehearsal at 10:00 am on Wednesday, June 16th. 

•  Caps and Gowns and Graduation Tickets will now be distributed after the Graduation Rehearsal on Wednesday, June 16th - so please plan to attend. 

• Seniors should arrive to the stadium ticket booth on Wednesday, June 16th by 9:45 am.

Waters will be provided on the Rehearsal Day and the Graduation Day – so NO outside water bottles will be permitted.

Item Return and Obligations:

Seniors will have the opportunity to return all GHS items (i.e. chrome books, textbooks, etc.) and clear obligations on Monday, June 14th and Tuesday, June 15th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on both days.

(posted 05/20/21)

Battle of the 'Burgs!!

Next week we have a Battle of the 'Burgs Spirit Week!

The Battle of the 'Burgs is a time-honored tradition. From football games to basketball games, Battle of the 'Burgs is something that every student at Clarksburg and Gaithersburg looks forward to. This is an awesome way to bring our school communities together in a COVID-friendly way. Join us by participating in our spirit week (days below).

Monday: Comfy Day

Tuesday: Tie Dye Day 

Thursday: Tropical Day

Friday: School Colors Day

(posted 05/18/21)

Senior Pictures for Class of 2022

UPDATE: Lifetouch has added Wednesday, June 9th and Friday, June 11th as additional dates for Juniors to have their Senior Portraits taken at Gaithersburg High School. 

Appointments now being made for your Senior Portrait!

Where: In the Auditorium at Gaithersburg High School

When: Friday, May 21st

How: Visit www.prestigeportraits.com to make an appointment

You can search for our school and your name or use the 8 digit appointment code that was mailed to all Juniors from Prestige Portraits.

Please note that it is FREE to only have your portrait taken to be in the yearbook.  There is a charge for all additional poses.

Any questions may be directed to Ms. Donner, the School Business Administrator at patricia_e_donner@mcpsmd.org.

(posted 05/17/21)

Summer School News: 

This summer GHS is offering a variety of Credit Bearing and Enrichment Programs that are free to all students.

Please click on this link below if you are interested in participating in one of our programs. 

Gaithersburg High School Local Summer Program Registration Form

For questions, please email Ms. Caitlin Nadjibe (Caitlin_Nadjibe@mcpsmd.org). 

(posted 05/12/21)

Attention Trojan seniors and families -

We will hold a Senior Meeting this coming Thursday night, May 13th, at 7:00 pm.

This meeting will be to share the plans for the senior events for the remainder of the school year, including Senior Unity Day, Graduation rehearsal, and the Graduation Ceremony.

The Google Meeting Link is:  https://meet.google.com/wqw-orbm-zds 

Hope to see you there!

 PRESENTATION

Estudiantes y familias de Trojan -

Tendremos una reunión virtual para estudiantes de último año el próximo jueves por la noche, 13 de mayo, a las 7:00 pm.

Esta reunión será para compartir los planes para los eventos de los estudiantes de último año para el resto del año escolar, incluido el Día de la Unidad de Estudiantes de último año, el ensayo de graduación y la ceremonia de graduación.

El enlace de reunión de Google es: https://meet.google.com/wqw-orbm-zds 

¡Espero verte allí!

(posted 05/11/21)

Attention students in the Auto-Collision Program:

GHS is offering an in-person Summer school program for Auto Collision Repair. This is for any current student that did not pass AutoCollision 1, 2, or 3 for any Semester. This will be a "Credit Recovery" opportunity. There is also an opportunity for incoming 1st year students to get a "jumpstart" into the new year\new program.  Additionally, students who may be interested in and would like to know more about this program are also invited to attend. Please watch this page for additional details to come.

(posted 05/06/21)

COLLEGE INFORMATION SESSION

Attention all 9-12 grade students and parents! There will be a college information session on Wednesday, May 5 at 5:30pm! Learn more about the Universities at Shady Grove and the pathway from MCPS to MC to USG. There will be a chance to speak with USG students about their current experience. 

Zoom Link: http://www.bit.ly/IdentityUSG

Zoom ID: 960 2535 9784

¡Atención a todos los estudiantes y padres de los grados 9-12! ¡Habrá una sesión de información universitaria el miércoles 5 de mayo a las 5:30 pm! Obtenga más información sobre las universidades de Shady Grove y el camino de MCPS a MC a USG. Habrá la oportunidad de hablar con estudiantes universitarios sobre su experiencia actual en USG.

Zoom Link: http://www.bit.ly/IdentityUSG

Zoom ID: 960 2535 9784

Wellness Center Event

This is notification of a pesticide application at Gaithersburg High School that will take place this week on Thursday, April 29, 2021.

Location:  Gaithersburg High School – Roof

Date/Time of Application:  Thursday, April 29, 2021, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Reason for Application:  Grub Treatment

Product Name:  ProScape 15-0-5 40% MESA .067 Acelepryn

Common Name:  Chlorantraniliprole

EPA Registration Number:  100-1492-961

Please refer to this Notification for details.  If you need more information regarding this notice, please contact Mr. Brian Mullikin in the MCPS Division of Sustainability and Compliance at 240-740-2423.

(posted 04/26/21)

Attention Seniors and Families:

Please fill out this form to RSVP for the graduation of the Class of 2021! Seating is limited so please do not delay. 

Please contact Ms. Smith (Stacy_E_Smith@mcpsmd.org) if you have any questions. 

(posted 04/26/21)

ATTENTION SENIORS: 

Graduation is getting closer by the day. Jostens is our provider for caps and gowns, graduation announcements, accessories, jewelry and other senior items. It’s not too late to place your order. Payment plans are available at checkout. 

CAPS & GOWNS: All caps and gown orders are currently being fulfilled by your school. Caps and gowns will be delivered to your school. Caps and gowns are typically distributed at graduation rehearsal, but your school will communicate distribution plans with you.  Your school will also be handling the refund process if you purchased a cap and gown through Jostens. They will also communicate those plans with you. Please be patient as they have hundreds of refunds to process so it will take some time.

Please do not try to cancel your cap and gown order with Jostens. This will leave you without a cap and gown for graduation.

GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS:

If you still need to order, it’s not too late. Graduation is a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Announce your big day with all the beauty and tradition it deserves. Custom Gaithersburg High School graduation announcements are available for purchase at Jostens.com or by CLICKING HERE. All orders placed as of today will be shipped to your home.  

CLASS JEWELRY: Many seniors choose to celebrate graduation with custom designed jewelry that tells their story. Customize your high school class ring to be as unique as your own high school experience. Design your jewelry at Jostens.com or by CLICKING HERE. Order your jewelry by Sunday May 16th and choose your FREE GIFT WITH PURCHASE. Choose a school branded Adidas Backpack or Cleer Earbuds. 

SENIOR YEARBOOK ADS AND YEARBOOKS:

The deadline to place a senior ad in the yearbook is May 2, 2021. You can purchase your senior congratulatory ad and place your yearbook order at Jostens.com.

(posted 04/26/21)

Attention Seniors and Staff!

In celebration of National College Signing Day on May 1st, GHS will be creating a video collage and promoting our Instagram hashtag, #GHSDecisionDay2021

To be included in the video collage, you are invited to submit a selfie representing your plans for next year. Whether your plan is to attend a college/university, join the military, or enter the workforce, this is your opportunity to represent the next phase of your life's journey. Be as creative as you want! The image must feature you in school-appropriate apparel (shirts, sweaters, jackets, hats, etc.), signage, or some other visual representation of your plans for your academic future. 

If you want to be featured in the video collage, please submit your selfie to francisco_j_valverde@mcpsmd.org by 3 pm on April 28.    

We also invite staff to join in on the fun by representing their Alma Mater. Feel free to forward your selfies to Mr. Valverde, as well. 

For those of you planning to post your selfies on IG, do not forget to add #GHSDecisionDay2021 and tag Gaithersburg High as your location. You can also add #CollegeSigningDay #BetterMakeRoom

(posted 04/23/21)

Attention Seniors!

We know this has been a tough year, but you are nearing the finish line and we want to celebrate you! 

GHS is hosting a Senior Unity Day on May 26 from 12-2p. We will have many field day activities for seniors to participate in. All CDC guidelines will be strictly followed, and we are prohibited from serving food or drink, so please eat before you arrive.

Please RSVP here by May 12, 2021. 

(posted 04/22/21)

Attention Class of 2022!

Are you ready to start the college application process? The GHS Counseling Department is holding a virtual parent night on Wednesday, April 28. Please click HERE for the flyer and meeting information. Please contact your counselor with any questions. 

(posted 04/20/21)

Attention students: 

The CNA program is now accepting applications for summer and fall 2021.  The application can be found HERE.  If you would like more information or have questions, please contact Caitlin Nadjibe at caitlin_nadjibe@mcpsmd.org.  Applications are due on Friday, April 30th.  

(posted 04/13/21)

Attention GHS Community:

New IN-PERSON Bell Schedule

Due to limitations in the MCPS Department of Transportation, our high school busses must leave our GHS parking lot by 2:40 pm.  To allow our students time to access their busses, we will be changing our IN-PERSON schedule to reflect a 2:30 pm dismissal time.

NOTE: The virtual schedule will remain the same.

To accommodate this new mandate, we have reduced the lunch/wellness time by 10 minutes – and adjusted the afternoon classes accordingly.

Please see the new schedule HERE.  This will become effective on Wednesday, April 14th.

(posted 04/12/21)

COVID-19 testing will begin at Gaithersburg High School in April

Trojan community:

This email is to inform you that COVID-19 testing will begin at Gaithersburg High School sometime in the upcoming weeks. The designated dates have not been finalized. 

We must all do our part to prevent the transmission of the COVID-19 virus in our schools. This includes participating in school-provided COVID-19 testing to identify cases where the in-person student or staff member may not be showing symptoms.

MCPS families were notified about this new effort February and March. Free tests will be provided for all in-person students and staff on a weekly basis.

Each swab will be placed in a common tube for that classroom or group and sent off to a central testing laboratory. The test detects whether the virus that causes COVID-19 is present in that pooled sample. Schools will receive results within 2-3 days.

A consent form is attached to this message. NOTE:  If you do not complete the consent form, your child will not be able to participate in testing. The consent for COVID pool testing is done 1 time, and students will participate weekly. (The 1-time consent form is not to be confused with weekly MCPS attestation practice.) Consent forms should be printed, signed, and brought to the Main Office.

Please watch this video to learn about MCPS COVID Pool Testing.

Key Information to Note About the Test:

- As we begin additional in person learning, MCPS will begin to put in place a schedule of weekly testing at MCPS schools

- Pooling is a method that combines test samples from several individuals into a single specimen to test

- Parents should provide consent for students to participate. See attached.

- Anyone with a positive COVID test in the last 3 months should not participate

Key Information to Note About the Process:   

- For most age groups, students will be collecting their own swabs and follow instructions from teachers

- MCPS health and safety protocols will be maintained during the COVID-19 pool testing

Key Information to Note About the Results:

- Pooled classroom results apply to that group; no individual identifiers or results will be available

- The school will receive the pooled results and take appropriate action, as necessary in the event of a positive pool result.

Additionally, a graphic and the form is available online at:

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/reopening/#covid-testing

English | español | français | ti?ng Vi?t | português

As you have questions, please reach out to our administrative staff.

Thank you,

Mr. Cary Dimmick, Principal

Consent form: English

Consent form: Español

(posted 04/07/21)

ATTENTION SENIORS!

We want your input! MCPS is allowing us to have a "senior activity day" and we are looking for ideas. Please keep in mind that we must still adhere to social distancing regulations, and our event must be held outdoors. 

Do you have some good ideas? Please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/hLDpzpJcwauEwToB7 The deadline to submit is April 30. 

(posted 04/07/21)

This is notification to GHS parents/guardians/staff of a pesticide application at Gaithersburg High School that took place last week on Friday, March 19, 2021.

Location:  Gaithersburg High School – Health Room & Nurse’s Office

Date/Time of Application:  Friday, March 19, 2021, 2:30 PM

Reason for Application:  Brown Banded Roaches

Product Name:  Cy-Kick CS

Common Name:  Cyfluthrin

EPA Registration Number:  499-304

Please refer to the Notification for details.  If you need more information regarding this notice, please contact Mr. Joseph Likambi in the MCPS Integrated Pest Management office at 240-740-2330.

(posted 03/23/21)

ATTENTION SENIORS!!

If you have not reserved your cap and gown, please do so ASAP. Use the reservation form HERE.

ATTENTION SENIORS! 

MCPS just confirmed that Friday, May 28th will be the last instructional day for seniors. 

RETURN TO SCHOOL PLAN (R2S)

Trojan students and families –

As you are aware, MCPS schools will begin phasing back small groups of students beginning on Monday, March 1, 2021.

Students who selected a “in-person” preference will not be returning to school until their student groups return on the following dates:

• March 1       SCB Program / Auto Body Classes / Auto Tech Classes

• March 15     LFI and Bridge Programs / Cosmetology Classes / METS Program

• April 6         Grade 12 students

• April 16       Grades 9 & 11 students

• April 26       Grade 10 students

Please note, Families may change their preference to send a child back to school.  Children can also be changed to stay virtual.  Please email your administrator immediately to change your preference.  The final date to change of preference for March 1 return is Feb. 26, 2021.

If you want to change your preference, please email your child’s administrator. Please indicate what you would like and if MCPS transportation is needed. 

• • Last Name: A- CHAU                                  Mr. Suarez

  • Last Name: CHAV-GU/METs/Bridge        Ms. Vermillion

  • Last Name: GW-MIK                                  Ms. Shelton 

  • Last Name: MIL-RIVA                                Mr. Loznak

  • Last Name:  RIVE-Z                                    Ms. Love-Campbell

 We have created a slide show presentation of information for our GHS Return to School (R2S) Plan, which can be found HERE   Spanish Version

 A video presentation of the GHS Return to School Plan can be found HERE.

 We will be offering virtual Question/Answer sessions for any interested parents/guardians or students on the following dates and times:

• Thursday, February 25th at 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm

• Friday, February 26th at 1:00 pm

 The virtual information is as follows:

Zoom Meeting:

https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/86801784534?pwd=a3NZRmhBTFVmcnBKQS9udzYwOVZUZz09

Meeting ID: 868 0178 4534

Passcode: 276005

Dial by your location:  301-715-8592

Meeting ID: 868 0178 4534

Passcode: 276005

If you have any questions, please email your child’s administrator at:

• • Last Name: A- CHAU                                  Mr. Suarez

  • Last Name: CHAV-GU/METs/Bridge        Ms. Vermillion

  • Last Name: GW-MIK                                  Ms. Shelton 

  • Last Name: MIL-RIVA                                Mr. Loznak

  • Last Name:  RIVE-Z                                    Ms. Love-Campbell

Mr. Cary Dimmick, Principal

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Estudiantes y familias de Trojan -

Como ya sabe, las escuelas de MCPS comenzarán a reducir gradualmente a grupos pequeños de estudiantes a partir del lunes 1 de marzo de 2021.

Los estudiantes que seleccionaron una preferencia "en persona" no regresarán a la escuela hasta que sus grupos de estudiantes regresen en las siguientes fechas:

• 1 de marzo Programa SCB / Clases de carrocería / Clases de tecnología automotriz

• 15 de marzo Programas LFI y Bridge / Clases de cosmetología / Programa METS

• 6 de abril Estudiantes de 12 ° grado

• 16 de abril Estudiantes de 9. ° y 11. ° grado

• 26 de abril Estudiantes de 10. ° grado

Tenga en cuenta que las familias pueden cambiar su preferencia para enviar al niño de regreso a la escuela. Los niños también se pueden cambiar para que permanezcan virtuales. Envíe un correo electrónico a su administrador inmediatamente para cambiar su preferencia. La fecha final para cambiar de preferencia para la devolución del 1 de marzo es el 26 de febrero de 2021.

Si desea cambiar su preferencia, envíe un correo electrónico al administrador de su hijo. Indique lo que le gustaría y si necesita transporte de MCPS.

• • Apellido: A- CHAU Sr. Suarez

  • Apellido: CHAV-GU / METs / Bridge Sra. Vermillion

  • Apellido: GW-MIK Sra. Shelton

  • Apellido: MIL-RIVA Sr. Loznak

  • Apellido: RIVE-Z Sra. Love-Campbell

Hemos creado una presentación de diapositivas con información para nuestro plan de regreso a la escuela (R2S) de GHS, que se puede encontrar AQUÍ

Puede encontrar AQUÍ una presentación en video del Plan de regreso a la escuela de GHS.

Ofreceremos sesiones virtuales de preguntas / respuestas para los padres / tutores o estudiantes interesados en las siguientes fechas y horarios:

• Cerrado jueves, 25 de de febrero de XX a las 1:00 pm y las 7:00 pm

• Cerrado viernes, 26 de de febrero de XX a las 1:00 pm

La información virtual es la siguiente:

Reunión Zoom:

https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/86801784534?pwd=a3NZRmhBTFVmcnBKQS9udzYwOVZUZz09

ID de la reunión: 868 0178 4534

Código de acceso: 276005

Marque por su ubicación: 301-715-8592

ID de la reunión: 868 0178 4534

Código de acceso: 276005

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico al administrador de su hijo a:

• • Apellido: A- CHAU Sr. Suarez

  • Apellido: CHAV-GU / METs / Bridge Sra. Vermillion

  • Apellido: GW-MIK Sra. Shelton

  • Apellido: MIL-RIVA Sr. Loznak

  • Apellido: RIVE-Z Sra. Love-Campbell

Sr. Cary Dimmick, Principal

(posted 02/22/21)

Students that are returning to In Person Learning at Gaithersburg High School will be allowed to park on campus with an approved Parking Permit.

Please fill out the below Google Form to request a parking permit.  The student will be notified if they are approved for the Parking Permit.

https://forms.gle/t49WovNYsKBmsQbg8

Please note the following policies regarding Student Parking:

There will not be a fee charged for the parking permit for this school year.

If the parking permit is approved, the student MUST park their vehicle in the spot that has been assigned to them.

The student's vehicle MUST have the approved parking permit visible which will have the spot # prominently displayed on it.

Any vehicle that is parked on Gaithersburg High School property, MUST have a valid parking permit.

If a valid parking permit is not visible, the car may be towed at the owner's expense.

​Students may also face disciplinary action if they do not follow these rules.

Please contact Ms. Donner, School Business Administrator at Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org with any questions.

The Write Place (GHS Writing Center) will host Cover Letter Workshops on Tuesday (2/16) during REM (9:00) and after school on Wednesday (2/17) at 2:45. Please join us by accessing the Zoom link found on The Write Place myMCPS page or this flyer. 

The Write Place is open to help all students with any writing assignments or tasks. We are open during the following times:

A Days: During lunch and from 2:45-3:30

B Days: During REM (9:00-10:00) and lunch

Wednesdays: By appointment

(posted 02/12/21)

Trojan Students:

Please see the links below for more information regarding our GHS Advanced Placement courses. 

AP Information Session (English)

AP Information Session (Spanish)

Session Recording (English)

(posted 02/11/21)

PLTW Accepted Students Presentation

If you were unable to attend the welcome meeting for PLTW students on February 9th, here is the video of the presentation and the slides.

(postes 02/10/21)

Trojan students and families -

A message from our Athletic Department:

ATHLETIC REGISTRATION ASSISTANCE

The Athletic Department, along with Identity, will be hosting 2 zoom sessions for assistance with Athletic Registration.

Please join us on Tuesday, February 16th (for English Speakers) or Wednesday, February 17th (for Spanish Speakers) at 7:00 PM on both evenings. 

NOTE:  Parents will need to have access to ParentVue before meeting. 

To set up an account, please go to https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UhNC4qngiyqKsdEnNlAWy-WNtsXybz4HexVI-G4zCeg/view

You will need an Activation Key,  so if you do not have it, please e-mail your administrator or Will Gant William_C_Gant@mcpsmd.org for your Activation Key.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8384851321?pwd=Vm9nNW82M2VYWm1aRGNKckNrTkMzUT09

Meeting ID: 838 485 1321

Passcode: 042020

Dial by your location:  301-715-8592

Meeting ID: 838 485 1321

Passcode: 042020

If you have any questions, please email me at William_C_Gant@mcpsmd.org

Will Gant

Athletic Director

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Estudiantes y familias de Trojan -

Un mensaje de nuestro Departamento de Atletismo:

ASISTENCIA DE REGISTRO DEPORTIVO

El Departamento de Atletismo, junto con Identity, organizará 2 sesiones de zoom para ayudar con el Registro de atletismo.

Únase a nosotros el martes 16 de febrero (para los que hablan inglés) o el miércoles 17 de febrero (para los que hablan español) a las 7:00 PM en ambas noches.

NOTA: Los padres deberán tener acceso a ParentVue antes de la reunión.

Para configurar una cuenta, vaya a https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UhNC4qngiyqKsdEnNlAWy-WNtsXybz4HexVI-G4zCeg/view

Necesitará una clave de activación, por lo que si no la tiene, envíe un correo electrónico a su administrador oa Will Gant William_C_Gant@mcpsmd.org para obtener su clave de activación.

Unirse a la reunión de Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8384851321?pwd=Vm9nNW82M2VYWm1aRGNKckNrTkMzUT09

ID de reunión: 838485 1321

Código de acceso: 042020

Marque por su ubicación: 301-715-8592

ID de reunión: 838485 1321

Código de acceso: 042020

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envíeme un correo electrónico a William_C_Gant@mcpsmd.org

Will Gant

Director Atlético

(posted 02/10/21)

Juniors – Internship Application Season is Open NOW

A message from our Internship Department:

Attention GHS JUNIORS - 

Anyone who are interested in applying to the GHS Internship Program for Summer 2021 and/or Fall/Spring 2021 - 2022, the application is NOW officially OPEN and ELECTRONIC!!

Please use the following link to apply:

https://forms.gle/eU2GhHtKaMokLk3t9

You will need to upload a RESUME and COVER LETTER with your application to submit!  

All directions are on the application! 

Need help creating a RESUME or COVER LETTER??

We got you covered!

Plan to attend one of the various CAREER READINESS WORKSHOPS being held this month by THE WRITE PLACE (the GHS Writing Center found on your Mymcps Canvas page)

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Shaw via email or Text Remind (all interested applicants must join my text remind to stay connected to opportunities and important information).

The link to join Ms. Shaw's Internship Applicants Class of 2022 is:  https://www.remind.com/join/fhbkc6

Deadline to apply: Feb 28th, 2021 by 11:59pm

Thank you! 

Ms. Vernelle Shaw

Internship Coordinator

Gaithersburg High School

College, Career, and Graduation Support Department

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Un mensaje de nuestro Departamento de Prácticas:

Atención GHS JUNIORS -

Cualquiera que esté interesado en postularse para el Programa de pasantías de GHS para el verano de 2021 y / o el otoño / primavera de 2021 - 2022, ¡la solicitud está AHORA oficialmente ABIERTA y ELECTRÓNICA!

Utilice el siguiente enlace para postularse:

https://forms.gle/eU2GhHtKaMokLk3t9

¡Deberá cargar un RESUMEN y una CARTA DE PORTADA con su solicitud para enviarla!

¡Todas las direcciones están en la aplicación!

¿Necesita ayuda para crear un CV o una CARTA DE PORTADA?

¡Te tenemos cubierto!

Planee asistir a uno de los diversos TALLERES DE PREPARACIÓN PARA LA CARRERA que se llevará a cabo este mes por THE WRITE PLACE (el Centro de Escritura de GHS que se encuentra en su página de Mymcps Canvas)

Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con la Sra. Shaw por correo electrónico o recordatorio de texto (todos los solicitantes interesados deben unirse a mi recordatorio de texto para mantenerse conectados a oportunidades e información importante).

El enlace para unirse a la clase de solicitantes de pasantías de la Sra. Shaw de 2022 es: https://www.remind.com/join/fhbkc6

Fecha límite para postularse: 28 de febrero de 2021 a las 11:59 p.m.

¡Gracias!

Sra. Vernelle Shaw

Coordinador de prácticas

Escuela secundaria de Gaithersburg

Departamento de Apoyo Universitario, Profesional y de Graduación

Attention students!

The Write Place (GHS Writing Center) will host a Career Readiness Workshop series. We will start with a resume workshop for all students on February 9th and 10th during REM (9:00 AM). Please join us by accessing the Zoom link found on The Write Place myMCPS page.

The Write Place is open to help all students with any writing assignments or tasks. We are open during the following times:

A Days: During lunch and from 2:45-3:30

B Days: During REM (9:00-10:00) and lunch

Wednesdays: By appointment

(posted 02/04/21)

ATTENTION SENIORS: 

MCPS has decided to give every Graduating Senior a free Cap and Gown this school year.

If you have already purchased a Cap and Gown from Jostens, a refund check will be sent to you.  You do not need to do anything further.

If you have NOT purchased a Cap and Gown, but you did make a RESERVATION at the Jostens website, you also do not need to do anything further.

If you have NOT Purchased a Cap and Gown, nor made a RESERVATION at the Jostens website, please fill out the below form to provide us with your information to get you a Cap and Gown.

New Reservation Form

If you have any questions about Graduation, please contact Ms. Smith, the Graduation Coordinator at Stacy_E_Smith@mcpsmd.org or Ms. Donner, the School Business Administrator at Patricia_E_Donner@mcpsmd.org.

(posted 02/04/21)

SEMESTER 2 ZOOM LINKS

Students: Please take a moment to go through your semester 2 schedule and find the zoom links for those classes. 

Disclaimer:  In order to view the Zoom links, student need to log in using their MCPS email account.

Attention Seniors:

Any Senior that wishes to have their Senior Portrait taken for the yearbook or their personal use, needs to call Lifetouch at (800-736-4775) to make an appointment at their Rockville office.

There will not be any additional dates at the school.

(posted 01/29/21)

New GHS Counselor for Students in Last Name RIVE to SOR

This message is for all Gaithersburg High School students who have last names in the range of RIVE to SOR.

Mr. Dorsey, formerly the counselor serving students with last names in RIVE to SOR, has left GHS.

Ms. Tabitha Brown is the new counselor serving students with last names in RIVE to SOR. Ms. Brown can be reached at Tabitha_F_Brown@mcpsmd.org.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school at 301-284-4500.

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Este mensaje es para todos los estudiantes de Gaithersburg High School que tienen apellidos en el rango de RIVE a SOR.

Dorsey, anteriormente el consejero que atiende a estudiantes con apellidos en RIVE a SOR, ha dejado GHS.

La Sra. Tabitha Brown es la nueva consejera que atiende a los estudiantes con apellidos en RIVE a SOR. Puede comunicarse con la Sra. Brown en Tabitha_F_Brown@mcpsmd.org.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en llamar a la escuela al 301-284-4500.

Mr. Cary Dimmick

Principal of Gaithersburg HS

101 Education Boulevard

Gaithersburg, MD 20877

ph: 301-284-4500

Follow on Twitter @GburgPrincipal

(posted 01/28/21)

Accessing Semester 2 Student Schedules in StudentVue

(Vea a continuación el mensaje en español)

Trojan families -

The Second Semester (and third marking period) begin on Monday, February 1, 2021 and it is important that students access their schedules – as there may be changes.   

To access the semester 2:

1) Open StudentVUE . (Click: StudentVUE/ParentVUE link: https://md-mcps-psv.edupoint.com/PXP2_Login.aspx)

2) Review Semester 2 virtual schedule and classes. 

 Please Note: Semester 2 classes may not be accessible or complete until 1/30/21. (See MCPS Digital Backpack Resources for help and or contact your counselor if you have specific course questions.)

3) Log into myMCPS Classroom . (Click myMCPS Classroom link: https://mcpsmd.instructure.com/)

4) Review DASHBOARD to ensure PUBLISHED COURSE NAMES match Semester 2 class names and schedule.  

You can also see and access courses by selecting COURSES from the left menu bar)

5) Click and open each Semester 2 course from the DASHBOARD.

6) Check for Zoom information on the HOME PAGE for EACH COURSE.

7) Use the Zoom information on the HOME PAGE for EACH COURSE to access Semester 2 classes starting February 1st. 

We will also be posting the Zoom links for all GHS teachers on our GHS Webpage.

Special thanks to GHS teacher Mr. Druzbacky, who created and shared an amazing graphic organizer for help students keep track of their Zoom links for their new classes.  Please check it out HERE.

If you have any questions, you can contact your counselor or administrator.

Cary Dimmick, Principal

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Familias de troyanos -

El segundo semestre (y el tercer período de calificaciones) comienza el lunes 1 de febrero de 2021 y es importante que los estudiantes accedan a sus horarios, ya que puede haber cambios.

Para acceder al semestre 2:

1) Abra StudentVUE . (Haga clic en: enlace StudentVUE / ParentVUE: https://md-mcps-psv.edupoint.com/PXP2_Login.aspx )

2) Revisar el horario y las clases virtuales del Semestre 2.

 Tenga en cuenta: Es posible que las clases del segundo semestre no sean accesibles o no estén completas hasta el 30/1/21. (Consulte los Recursos de mochilas digitales de MCPS para obtener ayuda y comuniquese con su consejero si tiene preguntas específicas sobre el curso).

3) Inicie sesión en myMCPS Classroom . (Haga clic en el enlace de myMCPS Classroom: https://mcpsmd.instructure.com/ )

4) Revise el TABLERO para asegurarse de que los NOMBRES DE CURSOS PUBLICADOS coincidan con los nombres y el horario de las clases del Semestre 2.

También puede ver y acceder a los cursos seleccionando CURSOS en la barra de menú de la izquierda)

5) Haga clic y abra cada curso del Semestre 2 desde el TABLERO.

6) Verifique la información de Zoom en la PÁGINA DE INICIO para CADA CURSO.

7) Utilice la información de Zoom en la PÁGINA DE INICIO de CADA CURSO para acceder a las clases del Semestre 2 a partir del 1 de febrero.

También publicaremos los enlaces de Zoom para todos los maestros de GHS en nuestra página web de GHS.

Un agradecimiento especial al maestro de GHS, Sr. Druzbacky, quien creó y compartió un organizador gráfico increíble para ayudar a los estudiantes a realizar un seguimiento de los enlaces de Zoom para sus nuevas clases. Échale un vistazo AQUI .

Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede comunicarse con su consejero o administrador.

Cary Dimmick, Director

(posted 01/26/21)

Incoming 9th Grade Registration Information

Information regarding registration for incoming 9th graders can be found here.

Attention Class of 2021:

This year’s vendor of all things related to Graduation is Jostens.

February 5, 2021 is the deadline to order your cap and gown at the low price of $65.  It is subject to change after this date.

Even if you have reserved a cap and gown with Jostens, now is the time to place your order Cap and Gown.

Jostens also offers other products related to Graduation including Announcements, Jewelry and Yearbook.

Please see this flyer for more information.

Please contact our Graduation Coordinator, Stacy_E_Smith@mcpsmd.org with questions.

(posted 01/19/21)

Half-Day Secondary Schedule for Inauguration Day, January 20, 2021

Trojan community –

On Monday, January 18th, there will be no school, as we celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.  Additionally, on Wednesday, January 20th, the United States Presidential Inauguration will be held mid-day.  

Typically on weeks with holidays, the virtual Wednesday is adjusted to an A schedule in an effort to allow for four full instructional days.  Given that next Wednesday is a historic day and an opportunity for students to learn and witness the democratic process in real time, the Wednesday schedule will be adjusted as follows:

Schedule for Wednesday, January 20, 2021- A Day

  9:00a -  9:30a       Period 1

  9:40a -10:10a       Period 2

10:20a -10:50a       Period 3

11:00a -11:30p       Period 4

11:30a -  1:30p       Extended Lunch and Opportunity for Inauguration Viewing

  1:30p -  2:30p       Asynchronous Learning

The afternoon of the 20th will now be an asynchronous day for students.  This time may be used for students to process and reflect on the inauguration with their families or staff.  

If students may need to discuss the inauguration events with a staff member for support, school leadership will be available from 1:30-2:30 p.m. to engage students in a reflective discussion. The Zoom link is HERE.  The Meeting ID: 895 7165 2071 and Passcode: 014966.  Or call in at 301-715-8592 (same meeting ID and passcode for virtual.). 

Social Studies teachers will be using inauguration resources to teach students about the electoral process and the inauguration prior to Wednesday, January 20th.  

Mr. Cary Dimmick

Principal 

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Comunidad troyana -

El próximo lunes 18 de enero no habrá clases, ya que celebramos las vacaciones del Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Además, el miércoles 20 de enero se llevará a cabo la inauguración presidencial de los Estados Unidos al mediodía.

Por lo general, en las semanas con días festivos, el miércoles virtual se ajusta a un horario A en un esfuerzo por permitir cuatro días completos de instrucción. Dado que el próximo miércoles es un día histórico y una oportunidad para que los estudiantes aprendan y sean testigos del proceso democrático en tiempo real, el horario del miércoles se ajustará de la siguiente manera:

Programación para el miércoles 20 de enero de 2021 - Un día

   9: 00a - 9: 30a    Período 1

   9: 40a -10: 10a   Periodo 2

10: 20a -10: 50a    Periodo 3

11: 00a -11: 30p    Periodo 4

11: 30a -  1: 30p    Almuerzo extendido y oportunidad para ver la inauguración

  1: 30p -  2: 30p    Aprendizaje asincrónico

La tarde del 20 ahora será un día asincrónico para los estudiantes. Este tiempo puede usarse para que los estudiantes procesen y reflexionen sobre la inauguración con sus familias o el personal.

Si los estudiantes pueden necesitar discutir los eventos de inauguración con un miembro del personal para recibir apoyo, el liderazgo escolar estará disponible de 1: 30-2: 30 pm para involucrar a los estudiantes en una discusión reflexiva. El enlace Zoom está AQUI . El ID de la reunión: 895 7165 2071 y el código de acceso: 014966. O llame al 301-715-8592 (el mismo ID de reunión y código de acceso para virtual).

Los maestros de estudios sociales utilizarán los recursos de la inauguración para enseñar a los estudiantes sobre el proceso electoral y la inauguración antes del miércoles 20 de enero.

Sr. Cary Dimmick

Principal

Trojan students –

As we continue to process the events that occurred last week at the U.S. Capital, we wanted to provide our students with an opportunity to share your current thinking and feeling.

We will not be holding our weekly CALL lesson this Friday, but instead, school administration will facilitate an open Town Hall Meeting at 9:00 am for students to attend.

The Zoom Meeting information is as follows:

https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/88379184812?pwd=N0Y5cXVGVUUyTUdoeU1OVUM4YUNYdz09

Meeting ID: 883 7918 4812

Passcode: 316716

Dial by your location:  301-715-8592

Meeting ID: 883 7918 4812

Passcode: 316716

We are excited to hear from you!  Have a great week!

Mr. Cary Dimmick
Principal

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Estudiantes troyanos -

A medida que continuamos procesando los eventos que ocurrieron la semana pasada en la capital de los Estados Unidos, queríamos brindarles a nuestros estudiantes la oportunidad de compartir sus pensamientos y sentimientos actuales.

No tendremos nuestra lección CALL semanal este viernes, sino que la administración de la escuela facilitará una reunión pública abierta a las 9:00 am para que los estudiantes asistan.

La información de Zoom Meeting es la siguiente:

https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/88379184812?pwd=N0Y5cXVGVUUyTUdoeU1OVUM4YUNYdz09

ID de la reunión: 883 7918 4812

Código de acceso: 316716

Marque por su ubicación: 301-715-8592

ID de la reunión: 883 7918 4812

Código de acceso: 316716

¡Estamos muy contentos de saber de ti! ¡Que tengas una buena semana!

Sr. Cary Dimmick
Director

(posted 01/12/21)

Attention Parents of Incoming 9th Graders!

Please review the registration information provided below. 

• Incoming 9th Grade Parent Information Class of 2025 (Español)

• Incoming 9th Grade Parent Information Class of 2025

• 2021-22 GHS 9th Grade Registration Letter to Parents (Español)

• 2021-22 GHS 9th Grade Registration Letter to Parents

(posted 01/12/21)

INTERNSHIP 2021-2022 INFORMATION

Internship Updates (January 2021)

• For students interested or need to do an internship during the 2021-2022 school year in order to complete your Academy program, please complete the following Google form:  https://forms.gle/TFCzmPVxK4XQsR479

• Students who are interested in Internship are encouraged to join Ms. Shaw's Text Remind group (Internship Interest 2022) so students can receive important notifications: https://www.remind.com/join/fhbkc6

• INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS for 2021 - 2022 are not yet available! Juniors, please join the above links so that you get the latest information regarding internship!

(posted 01/08/21)

Support For Students During Trying Times (Apoyo a los estudiantes durante los momentos difíciles)

Trojan community –

As the nation and our children read, hear and watch about the riots that occurred at the U.S. Capitol building yesterday, we are reminded just how important it is for us to teach about and model civility and respect for our democracy. As we work to understand the actions of yesterday, and to take the appropriate steps to heal and move forward as a nation, we know that we will need to work together and support each other.  As adults, we must always remember that our children are watching and looking to us as role models. How we respond in the days ahead will have a significant impact on our community.

Over the next few days, school counselors, administrators and teachers will be available to support our GHS students. If needed, students can make an appointment with their school counselor by visiting the counseling webpage HERE.  Administrators are also available to meet with students virtually or by phone.  We are also encouraging our Trojan parents/guardians to talk with their children about these issues - and have provided a list of resources on our GHS Website (News and Announcements).

We care deeply about our students and are always here for them as we continue to work through these trying times.

Sincerely,

Cary Dimmick, Principal

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Comunidad troyana -

A medida que la nación y nuestros niños leen, escuchan y observan los disturbios que ocurrieron ayer en el edificio del Capitolio de los Estados Unidos, recordamos cuán importante es para nosotros enseñar y modelar la civilidad y el respeto por nuestra democracia. A medida que trabajamos para comprender las acciones de ayer y tomar las medidas adecuadas para sanar y avanzar como nación, sabemos que necesitaremos trabajar juntos y apoyarnos mutuamente. Como adultos, siempre debemos recordar que nuestros hijos nos miran y nos miran como modelos a seguir. La forma en que respondamos en los próximos días tendrá un impacto significativo en nuestra comunidad.

Durante los próximos días, los consejeros escolares, administradores y maestros estarán disponibles para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes de GHS. Si es necesario, los estudiantes pueden hacer una cita con su consejero escolar visitando la página web de consejería AQUI.

Los administradores también están disponibles para reunirse con los estudiantes virtualmente o por teléfono. También alentamos a nuestros padres / tutores troyanos a que hablen con sus hijos sobre estos temas, y hemos proporcionado una lista de recursos en nuestro sitio web de GHS (noticias y anuncios)

Nos preocupamos profundamente por nuestros estudiantes y siempre estamos aquí para ellos mientras seguimos trabajando en estos tiempos difíciles.

Sinceramente,

Cary Dimmick, Directora

Resources provided by MCPS:

• Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachersespañol / 中文 / français / tiếng Việt / 한국어 / አማርኛ

• EveryMind

• Equity Matters: MCPS Guide to Facilitating Conversations About Race & Other Challenging Issues

• Resources for Families: Talking About Race and Racism

(posted 01/07/21)

Message from SMOB Candidate Hana O’Looney

Hi Gaithersburg Trojans!

My name is Hana O’Looney and I am running to be your next Student Member of the MCPS Board of Education. As a lifelong MCPS student, the Vice President of the countywide student government association, and the chair of MCPS’s female empowerment organization, I’ve been engaged with the MCPS community and educational equity policy for the past six years and I am ready to take this fight and my experience to the board table. 

In a normal year, I would spend these early months of my campaign visiting Gaithersburg, meeting you all, and hearing your concerns about your educational experience and your hopes for the next SMOB. In an effort to preserve that experience and connect with you all, below are a couple materials I would love for you to check out to learn more about me and my campaign. 

Website: www.hana4smob.com

SMOB Campaign Announcement Video (Filmed at Gaithersburg!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFpaRKkoFRk

Instagram/Twitter/TikTok/Snapchat: @hana4smob

Additionally, I would love to speak with any and all of you who have questions or concerns that you would like to share. My email is Hana_O’Looney@mcpsmd.org and you can reach me through text by texting @hana4smob to 81010. 

I hope to meet with all of you soon, and can’t wait to hear from you! Please feel free to contact me through any of the channels mentioned above at any time. 

Regards, 

Hana O’Looney
Candidate for 44th MCPS SMOB

(posted 01/06/21)

Atención estudiantes: favor de leer esta comunicación sobre las inscripciones.

Comunicación de la administración de GHS 

(posted 01/06/21)

New College and Career Information Coordinator (CCIC) for GHS

Trojan families –

Happy New Year! 

We wanted to announce that Gaithersburg High School has a new College and Career Information Coordinator (CCIC).  Congratulations to Ms. Sliffman who retired on December 31st.

Ms. Daisy Faria will be our new CCIC beginning in late January 2021.  In the meantime, if you have any questions about College and/or Career planning, please contact your counselor.

(posted 01/04/21)

URGENT:  Upload your Individual Portraits for the 2021 Yearbook by January 21st!

Trojans –

With the absence of portrait day this year, the Gaithersburg High School yearbook staff is asking each 9th, 10th and  11th grade student to upload their own portrait photo for use in this year’s yearbook. Seniors, if you didn’t get a senior portrait, you can upload your own portrait photo as well.  Students, just choose an appropriate portrait photo from their camera roll (or take one on the spot) and upload it through www.ybkplus.com .  

Here's How… 

• Have your student go to www.ybkplus.com on their phone. 

• Once on the site, they will enter their school email. 

• Enter the Yearbook+ email type that you have uploaded with your student list to YBA.  (In most cases, this is the student’s school email.) 

• A code will then be emailed to your email address to verify identity. 

• Click on “Choose My Portrait,” select and crop an appropriate portrait photo, then submit! 

Please note, we want to keep our portraits appropriate for the yearbook, so the yearbook staff reserves the right to reject any photo that does not accurately represent the student identified, does not follow proper student dress code and/or does not meet publications standards.  

Don’t delay! We want to include every student’s portrait in the book.  Due to publishing deadlines, we need all portraits uploaded to www.ybkplus.com by January 19th 2021!  

Thanks for your help!   We’re working hard on creating a yearbook that captures this historic school year.  If you haven’t already ordered yours, you can do so at www.jostensyearbooks.com . 

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Keres at Nilda_Keres@mcpsmd.org

(posted 01/04/21)

Attention Students:

Student Service Learning Opportunity:

** If you would like to earn 4 SSL hours, please click the link below and follow the instructions to view the SSL slide show and answer a few questions by submitting a Google doc. MCPS created this slide show for all students to learn more about the SSL requirements. Each student who completes this task will earn 4 SSL hours. You do NOT need to submit an SSL form to earn the hours. Click link below....let's get started:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zBNZVW10E1GJmXi7R5qMVA7uTa70O-mpb_7hCCie5gs/edit?usp=sharing 

(posted 01/04/21)

ATTENTION SENIORS CLASS OF 2021

Now is the time to start planning for graduation and that means reserving your cap and gown. Please complete this reservation form by clicking HERE. This not an order, only a reservation so that Jostens can start planning and manufacturing the custom sizes needed. Ordering links and information will be shared after we return from winter break. ALL SENIORS MUST COMPLETE THIS FORM BY DECEMBER 31, 2020.

(posted 12/21/20)

YEARBOOK INFORMATION| Yearbook Sales & Senior Ad Early Bird Deadline

IS THE YEARBOOK HAPPENING THIS YEAR? YES!!!

PURCHASE BY DECEMBER 18TH TO SAVE!

ALL THE THINGS. ALL IN THIS BOOK. 

Masks. Elections. Virtual classes. This school year will be talked about forever. The yearbook is truly the most important keepsake from this remarkable time. The yearbook program is working hard to put together a historic book that will be looked back upon to remember one of the most unpredictable school years of all time. Order today so we make sure there are enough copies for everyone - www.jostensyearbooks.com.

 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF 3 EASY PAYMENTS FOR YEARBOOKS + ADS!

SENIOR CONGRATULATORY ADS

PURCHASE BY DECEMBER 18TH TO SAVE

WITH EARLY BIRD PRICING!

The final deadline to purchase a senior congratulatory ad is January 29th, 2021.  Purchase by December 18th to take advantage of early bird pricing.  Create your ad at www.jostensyearbooks.com 

(posted 12/17/20)

MC Dual Enrollment Meeting – Wed; Jan 6th at 6:00 pm  (Reunión de inscripción doble de MC - miércoles; 6 de enero a las 6:00 pm)

 (Vea a continuación el mensaje en español)

Trojan families -

Montgomery College is hosting a Dual Enrollment Virtual Information Session to help families learn more about taking Dual Enrollment courses with Montgomery College. The Academic Coordinator from MC, Yvonne Hu-Cotto, will be the host for this meeting.

Registration for MC’s Spring 2021 semester is open now and classes start on January 25, 2021, so attend this important Zoom meeting to learn more about the Montgomery College Dual Enrollment registration process and get your questions answered. Or, join the meeting to find out information about taking an MC Dual Enrollment course next school year.

Meeting Time:  Wednesday, January 6 at 6:00pm.

Register in advance for this meeting: