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Open House
Please join us tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the Grissom Auditorium for Open House. We will be welcoming Commissioner Phil Riddick, who will be making a donation to Grissom High School for equipment and supplies. We will also be viewing a presentation on the floor plans and construction information for the I-pod. Following the PTSA meeting, parents will have the opportunity to visit all of their student's classes, meet the teachers, and receive information on grading and expectations. We hope you can join us! |
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Dinner is Served
Will you be rushing home from work to eat quicky, and then dash to Grissom to be on time for the PTSA meeting tonight? Slow down, and let us take care of dinner. Grissom PTSA received a generous donation from Star Market on Bailey Cove through their suppliers. We are offering 1/4 pound hotdogs, chips and a drink for $3.00 in the cafeteria tonight at 6:00 p.m. prior to the meeting. Come have a quick bite to eat while supporting the PTSA . |
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Counselor's Corner
Who is my Counselor?: There have been a few changes in staffing this year. Please use this guide to determine who best can help you.
9th A-K - Sandra Sumrall ssumrall@hsv.k12.al.us
9th L - Z - Mary Cagle mcagle@hsv.k12.al.us
10th - Mary Cagle mcagle@hsv.k12.al.us
11th - Sandra Sumrall ssumrall@hsv.k12.al.us
12th - Allison Hardt ahardt@hsv.k12.al.us
Postsecondary - Sheri Crigger scrigger@hsv.k12.al.us
Counselor's Corner on the GHS Website - Please take the time to check out the "Counselor's Corner" on the GHS website - http://www.hsv.k12.al.us/schools/high/ghs/counselor/index.htm. Some important sections of interest for all grade levels - Postsecondary Calendar, Opportunities for All Students, Current Topics of Interest, College Planning, and Scholarships.
GHS General Info- If you would like to talk/meet with your child's teacher(s), please contact them directly by either phone or email. Contact info can be found on the GHS web page, Huntsville City Schools web page, or by calling Grissom's front office at 256-428-8000.
Semester Grade Calculations - Credit will be awarded for each subject at the END of the course. Grades are calculated with a 20-20-10 rule. Each 9 weeks grade counts 20% and each semester exam counts 10% of the total yearly grade.
Abesences and Homework - We are happy to collect assignments for your child if he/she is absent from school due to illness, funeral, etc. On the third day absent from school, you may contact the grade-level counselor to make this request. We will ask the teachers to send assignments to the Attendance Office to be picked up AFTER 2:30 pm. Please be aware that we cannot request assignments until at least the third consecutive day of absences. It is a good idea for your child to get the phone number of at least one reliable person in each of his classes. If he is absent for only 1 or 2 days, this friend can help provide information on missed assignments.
Driver's Permits and Licenses - Students applying for a driver's permit or license must have a "proof of enrollment" form. These forms can be obtained from Mrs. Crim, Registrar, in the front office.
Preparing for College Early - We've been hearing lots of questions about how to best prepare for college in the early high school years. It's not time to search for scholarships yet, but there are things your child needs to be focusing on in the next couple of years - like developing good study habits, exploring his interests, and considering different careers. In addition to the college planning information on the Grissom website, ACT offers some helpful tips on this topic at http://www.actstudent.org/college/checklist.html.
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Lady Tiger Volleyball T-Shirt Sales
The 2011 Grissom Vollleyball team is looking forward to another strong season. The Lady Tigers have been hard at work in the gym this summer, preparing for the upcoming season. The action will begin August 18th with a home matc h against our biggest rivals, Huntsville High and Bob Jones. Be watching the Grissom website for the schedule so you can come out and support the Lady Tigers. The team is focused on making another run at the state championship this season! A great way to show your Grissom spirit is by wearing the official 2011 t-shirt. These newly designed t-shirts and sweatshirts are perfect for school or wearing to the games. Short sleeve t-shirts are $12, long-sleeve are $15 and the crew neck sweatshirts are $20. All come in brown or orange and have a new logo. For more information or to receive an order form, please contact Coach Broadway in E6 or email her at twigley@hsv.k12.al.us. |
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Students and Parents can Tour Spain
Mrs. Hankins will be the faculty host of a tour to Spain over Spring Break 2012. If you are interested in learning more about this trip, there will be a meeting on Tuesday, August 30th at 7:00 pm in EE5.
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PSAT Prep Course
In the last ten years Grissom High School has produced over 300 National Merit Scholars. We are confident the tradition of excellence will continue with Grissom students this year.
Preparation classes for the Fall PSAT/SAT begin soon. The course includes eight hours of instruction in verbal skills and eight hours of instruction in mathematics and includes information about test taking strategies. The class will meet two nights a week for 4 weeks. Details are as follows:
Math sessions are on Mondays. Verbal sessions are on Wednesdays.
Classes start Wednesday, September 7th and last through Monday, October 3rd.
PSAT Testing Date is October 12th, which is the Wednesday after Fall Break October 6th - 10th.
Class Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Location: Place: DD-1 for Verbal, C-4 for Math
Cost: $125.00 which includes course fees and materials. Please make checks payable to Grissom High School and turn them in by August 31st to Mrs. Rodgers in C-4 or Mr. Garrett in DD-1. |
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National Honor Society
The National Honor Society will accept applications for membership consideration from Friday , Sept. 9th through Friday , Sept. 23rd. Any Senior student at Grissom High School can apply if she/he fulfills the requirements. Please pick up an application form from Mrs. Xenofos, room BB4.
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Tigers Care
The motto of PTA is Every Child, One Voice. Here at Grissom, we know Tigers Care. There are students in our city who need us to be their voice. We have an opportunity to help some special needs students get funding for an accessible play ground. Please take the time to go to the Parenting Magazine link and vote for AAA. Go Tigers! AAA School Transformation Voting |
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Membership Matters
PTA and PTSAs both exist for one purpose; child advocacy. At Grissom High School this is realized in many different ways. We attend school board meeetings and advocate with our board and superintendent. We provide scholarships to students. We facilitate seminars for parents. We lobby state and federal legislatures for education legislation and funding. We provide supplies and support for our faculty and staff. We connect with other service organizations and corporate donors on behalf of Grissom. We need your support to do all this. Membership matters; your support matters. Please stop by the memebership table tonight and join us in support of our school. |
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Reflections 2011 - 2012 .
Reflections is a National PTA program that provides students an opportunity to express themselves and receive recognition in the arts. Students may submit entries in the categories of dance, film, literature, music, photography or visual arts. This year's theme is "Diversity is..."
In the past years, Grissom High School Reflections entries have done very well in city and state competition. A Reflections award is a nice accomplishment to list on a college application. At the state level, the program also offers a $500.00 scholarship to the top senior participant. At the national level, the scholarship winner receives $5000. Three years ago the state scholarship was awarded to a Grissom student who finished in the top tiers at the national level. I would be happy to help any interested seniors apply this year. The deadline will be in late October, early November. Please contact Cathy Ehlert (dcehlert@comcast.net) for additional information. |
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Tigers Go Social
Grissom PTSA is now on Facebook. We will be using Facebook posting as a tool to keep you informed on all the latest happenings at Grissom, in Huntsville City Schools, and in the Alabama  Department of Education. We will provide scholarship, Reflections, and testing information here, as well as updates on the construction of the I-pod. If you have a facebook account, "like" us to get all the latest news. If you don't have a facebook account, check the school website for archived copies of this school year's newsletters to stay informed.  |
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PTSA OFFICERS
President
Elisa Ferrell
1st Vice President
Membership
Beth Faulkner
Monda Vines
2nd Vice President Programs
Reporting
Susan Fields
Betsy Ford
3rd Vice President
Legislation
Deborah Jeziorski
Layna Payne
Secretary
Deanna Foy
Treasurer
Melissa Jose
COMMITTEES
Attendance Coordinator
Baccalaureate
Cathy Ehlert
Ann McMicheal
Bylaws
Layna Payne
Facilities
Don Wheeler
First Aid Room
Amy Lee
Treva Whitmore
Front Office Greeters
Christy Copeland
Hospitality
Cathy Essensoy
Trish Sommers
Library
Maggie Thrasher
Marquee
Christi Binns
Newsletter
Elisa Ferrell
Reflections
Cathy Ehlert
Volunteer Information
Pam Boling
Principal
Tom Drake
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DON'T FORGET TO CLICK
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BLING
Grissom PTSA is offering Bling shirts for sale. The shirts are embellised with rhinestones and metal studs with the words "Grissom Tigers" on them. They sell for $20 for sizes S-XL, $23 for XXL and $25 for XXXL. There are only a few left, however, we are re-ordering. If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, we should have them in two weeks. If you would like to reserve your size, Please send an email to elisa.005@comcast.net. |
Important Dates
August 26 - last day for late registration for Sept ACT test August 30 - Spain Trip Meeting August 31 - Deadline for PSAT prep course at Grissom September 1 - Huntsville City Schools Budget Hearing 4:00 p.m. September 1 - Board of Education Meeting 5:30 p.m. September 7 - PSAT Prep Course at Grissom begins September 9 - last day for registration for October SAT September 15 - Board of Education Meeting 5:30 p.m. September 16 - last day for registration for October ACT |
Did You Know?
The school board meetings in the city of Huntsville are broadcast live on Comcast, channel 17 and Knology channel 71. If you do not subscribe to either of these cable providers, the meetings are webcast. Click on the ETV website and follow the directions to watch on your computer. |
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GHS Staff and Faculty
Contact List
If you need to contact your students' teachers or someone else from the staff, you may visit the Grissom website, or click on the heading above to download a PDF list. |
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