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Upcoming Events
August
22 Freshman "Meet
and Greet"
9:00am - 2:30pm
September
4 Freshman
Orientation 7:00pm
6 First Day of School
10 Home & School
Association Meeting
6:30pm
18 "Meet the Teachers"
Night 6:30-8:00pm
24 NHS/NTHS Social
6:00pm
26 Mandatory
Junior Trip Meeting
6:00pm
26 Mandatory
Senior Trip Meeting
7:00pm
October
5 Junior Ring Breakfast
5 Sophomore Semi-
Formal Dance
7:00pm
11 Open House 6:00pm
15 Home & School
Association Meeting
6:30pm
21 Suicide Prevention
Walk 9:00am
25 Thespian Induction
Ceremony 7:00pm
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Early Dismissals
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Target Fundraiser
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SAT Test Dates
October 6, 2012
November 3, 2012
December 1, 2012
January 26, 2013
March 9, 2013
May 4, 2013
June 1, 2013
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No Child Left Behind
To read "Benefits of NCLB for You and Your Children",
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Go Green
Fundraiser
Help Support
our Career Technical Student Organizations (CTSO's) with our new
Go Green fundraiser.
You can save money on your electric bill and make a difference in the environment while
helping GCIT to raise funds for our CTSO's.
GCIT will receive $2 for every customer that signs up and $2 per month as long as they are a customer.
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Message from the Superintendent |
Dear Students and Families:
Welcome to Gloucester County Vocational-Technical School District for the 2012-2013 school year. Over the summer, administration, faculty and staff have been working diligently to update our facilities, refine our instructional and curriculum practices, and enhance resources.
The Gloucester County Vocational-Technical School District is recognized as an educational leader for providing learning programs which ensure that all students can reach their individual goals. Students engage in rigorous activities that lead to high levels of achievement and skill mastery, and participate in learning experiences that will allow them to be successful in college, careers, and as citizens of our communities.
I would like to acknowledge and thank you for your support. As I reflect on my first year as superintendent, please know that I genuinely appreciate the positive feedback and constructive e-mails that I have received from parents, students, and community members.Your participation in the educational process has truly inspired me. It is an honor to serve as your superintendent.
The administration, faculty, and staff look forward to working with you and wish you a successful school year.
Sincerely, Michael C. Dicken
Superintendent |
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General School Announcements | | Back to School Information- SUBMIT ONLINE by AUGUST 18
For your convenience, all materials for our summer mailing have been provided to you on our website. A letter was mailed home, containing your child's Student ID# and PIN code so you can access the forms and obtain these documents.
The forms to be completed online include:
- Student Information
- Parent/Guardian Information
- Health & Emergency Information
- HIB Policy
- Power Announcement
- SBYS Consent
- Computer Usage & Access
- Parent/Student Handbook
- Photo/Video/Information Release
- Diploma/Certificate Form
Information & documents available through this submission include:
- Summer Reading
- Student Drop-off & Pick-up
- Meet the Teachers Night
- New Student Orientation
- Student Parking
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE ONLINE FORMS BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN AUGUST 18, 2012.
If you need to complete the online forms, click here to access them.
Summer Reading
Every student does not have to give an oral presentation; however, all students must bring in their assignments on that day.
Students who do not fulfill their summer reading obligation will be assigned to our Study Skills Club for freshmen or Book Club for upperclassmen during the first semester.
The drop/add period for classes will end September 12, 2012. No class changes will be allowed after that date. Students must make arrangements with their guidance counselor as soon as possible.
Student Portraits
Individual pictures for underclassmen will be taken on September 25, 2012 in the GCIT Theater. Makeup pictures are scheduled for October 30, 2012 in the Media Center. Herff Jones Photography will be at GCIT on September 14, 2012, for seniors who still need their portraits taken or retaken.
School Rings
A representative from Balfour will be at GCIT on September 21, 2012 during student lunches, to collect the balance due on school rings. A "Ring Breakfast" has been scheduled for October 5, 2012, for juniors to receive their rings. |
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Freshman Announcements |
Freshman "Meet and Greet"- August 22, 2012For Students Only The Freshman "Meet and Greet," facilitated by SBYS, will be held on Wednesday, August 22, 2012, from 9:00am - 2:30pm.
This day will provide an opportunity for the incoming freshmen to meet their future classmates, instructors and other school personnel. The morning will be spent getting to know each other and having some fun, and the afternoon will consist of tours, question and answer sessions and a special performance by current students.
- This event is for students only
- Attendance strongly encouraged
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided
- Please wear comfortable clothes
- Drop off and pick up at the 400-wing entrance
Freshman Orientation- September 4, 2012 Gymnasium For Students and Parents
Student schedules and locker combinations will be distributed between 6:30pm and 7:00pm in our West Gymnasium.
After a brief presentation and discussion on general topics, students will have the opportunity to tour the building to locate their classrooms and lockers, while parents participate in a general question and answer session. |
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New Bell Schedule | | After careful consideration and consultation with administration, staff and parents, the Board of Education approved a revised schedule for the school day. The change will become effective for School-Year 2012-2013.
The new schedule will offer GCIT students optimum educational time and the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities.
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Meet the Teachers Night | |
Please join our GCIT family on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 from 6:30-8:00pm for "Meet the Teachers" Night.
Student schedules will be available in the West Gymnasium at 6:00pm for you to experience what a day is like in the educational life of your child.
Classroom visitations will begin promptly at 6:30pm.
You will visit the three academic classes and one career cluster class of your child minus the lunch period according to their schedule. Student ambassadors will be in the hallways to help guide you.
- Parents and students enrolled in the STEP, Emergency Response/Fire Science, and Law Enforcement programs do not need to pick up their child's schedule. Classroom visitations for those programs will begin promptly at 7:30pm.
Administrators, along with counselors, will be available from 6:30-8:00pm to answer any questions in the 400-wing commons area. |
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Mandatory Parent & Student Trip Meetings | |
On Wednesday, September 26, 2012, GCIT will hold its mandatory junior and senior trip meetings in the gymnasium.
If you have an emergency or scheduling issue and are unable to attend the meeting, please email Dr. Gina Mateka at gmateka@gcecnj.org by 3:00pm on September 27, 2012.
September 26, 2012
Juniors - 6:00pm - East Gymnasium
Seniors - 7:00pm - West Gymnasium
The senior trip is scheduled for June 2-6, 2013 to Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
The junior trip is scheduled for May 16-18, 2013 to Williamsburg, Virginia.
The student AND one parent/guardian MUST be in attendance at the meeting. |
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Come visit GCIT during our annual open house, Thursday, October 11, 2012 from 6:00-8:00pm.
This annual event provides an opportunity for parents, guardians, family members, and the community to visit program areas and classrooms. Visitors will be able to see student demonstrations and projects. |
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National Honor Society &
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NHS / NTHS Social 
This night will be held on September 24, 2012, from 6:00-8:00pm for all returning NHS and NTHS members.
This is a social event to get re-acquainted with your fellow society members and to meet the newly inducted officers for the 2012-2013 school year. Mark your calendars now for this fun filled night that will take place in the GCIT courtyard.
Induction Ceremony
The NHS/NTHS Induction Ceremony will take place on Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 6:30pm in the gymnasium. |
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Join GCIT in the Walk for Hope | |
 Sunday, September 23, 2012
Campbell's Field, Camden
Please join TEAM GCIT in this opportunity to do our part in helping to fight cancer!
Registration fee for walkers - $25 before September 15, 2012
($30 day of the event)
Click here for more details...
The City of Hope, National Cancer Research Center, is a biomedical research, treatment and education institution. They are a leader in the fight to conquer cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS and other life -threatening diseases. City of Hope is recognized worldwide for its compassionate care, innovative science and research that turn laboratory breakthroughs into promising new therapies. For nearly 100 years, City of Hope's pioneering research has brought the world closer to cures for many life-threatening diseases, from cancer to diabetes.
If you cannot join us the day of the walk, please follow the instructions above and select "Virtual Walker" or donate to one of the members of Team GCIT (using www.walk4hope.org).
Thank you for your support. |
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"Out of the Darkness" Suicide Prevention Walk | |
Save the Date - October 21, 2012
at 9:00am
GCIT, in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and School Based Youth Services, is sponsoring the fourth Southern New Jersey Suicide Prevention Walk.
Last year's walk had over 500 participants and raised over $15,000 for research and education.
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'The Cheetah Pit' Barbecue Fundraising Dinner |
Friday, November 2, 2012
6:00pm
Cafeteria
SBYS is proud to present 'The Cheetah Pit' Barbecue, a western theme fundraising dinner. This event will benefit GCIT's Career Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) and SBYS programs. This evening will include entertainment, southern BBQ specialties and a basket auction. Donations are currently being accepted for auction items.
Look for ticket information and details in the fall on the GCIT website. |
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Admissions Information | Parent / Student Information Sessions
The Admissions Department will hold three Parent/Student Information Sessions. We will open our doors for you to learn about our programs, meet our staff, and explore our state-of-the-art facilities.
Explore your options at our Information Sessions:
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Sessions begin at 6:00pm on week nights
and 10:00am on Saturday. |
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Four SkillsUSA National Medals Come Home |  Congratulations to Zach Bates, Dominic Canonica, and Mathew DeFulio. They received Gold Medals for the Career Pathways Arts & Communications Competition at the SkillsUSA National Leadership Conference in Kansas City, Missouri.
Cassidy Harkins received a Bronze Medal for Principles of Technology and many other GCIT students placed in the top 10.
The SkillsUSA National Leadership Conference was June 23-28, 2012 in Kansas City, Missouri. On June 23rd, 2012, 31 GCIT students departed on an airplane for Kansas City as part of the NJ SkillsUSA Team. There were over 6,000 students from all across the United States competing in trade related and Leadership Competitions. The State of NJ received 25 medals overall, with 4 Medals being GCIT students.
Congratulations to our SkillsUSA Champions at Work! |
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Home and School Association | |
The GCIT Home and School Association will meet on September 10, 2012, at 6:30pm in the 400-wing staff lounge.
Please click here for all 2012-2013 meeting dates... |
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School Based Youth Services | |
SBYS is a counseling agency set up in GCIT. Counselors are on staff to assist with any issue that someone might want to explore in the confidence of a trained professional.
Services are open to Gloucester County high school students.
Hours
Monday - Thursday
8am - 7pm
Friday
8am - 3pm
For more information, visit the SBYS web page or call Kim Glazer, Director of SBYS, at 856-468-1445 X 2691.
The Branch
The Branch is a teen drop-in group held every Thursday at GCIT when school is in session. It is open to all Gloucester County high school teenagers. The group is for teens, facilitated by trained teen leaders with adult staff present.
Topics of discussion include communication skills, enhancing self-esteem, drug and alcohol education, stress reduction, and more. The group meets in the Media Center, 2nd floor, 200 wing. Sessions will begin promptly at 3:30pm and end at 5:00pm. For more information, please contact a SBYS counselor.
Red Ribbon Week and School Violence Awareness Week
We will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week in October, 2012. Please continue to check the website for more information. |
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