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#GOCOWLS                                August 19, 2016 
Gwinnett Online Campus 
In This Issue
Principal's Message
Beginning of the Year Documentation
GOC Contribution Forms
Student ID Badges
Parent Tech Support Sessions
PAC Parent Session
Rich Experiences
Life Lesson Schedule
Open House at Discovery Center
GOC News Crew
GOC Buddy Program
Odyssey of the Mind
Close Up 2017
Tech Tip for Student Schedules
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Dr. Ray
We had a great first week of school and it was wonderful to have our students back on campus! Attending learning labs and being involved in after school activities provides excellent instructional and enrichment opportunities. We encourage our students to take advantage of all that GOC has to offer.
 
The #GOCOWLS is the communication you will receive every Friday. It is VERY important to read this newsletter on a weekly basis to stay informed throughout the year.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTATION
Beginning of the Year Parent Documentation

All families MUST acknowledge receipt of the GCPS and GOC handbooks and policies by Wednesday,
August 24. Once you have reviewed these documents, please sign off using this google link: 


On Thursday, the office staff will begin making reminder calls to families that have not responded. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
  
GOC CONTRIBUTION FORMS
Contribution forms are available in 
My Payments Plus. Each family should set up a My Payments Plus account in preparation to pay for any special activities at GOC during the school year. We appreciate your support for the various programs and activities at GOC.
STUDENT ID BADGES
If you did not pick up your Student ID Badge on campus this week, please stop by the Productivity Center next time you are at GOC.
 
It is very important to bring your student badge each and every time you are on campus. This allows for quick check-in and check-out.


PARENT TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SESSIONS
Parent technology support will be offered on the following dates from 9 - 10 a.m. in the Smart Studio.
  • August 23 - Grades 9-12
  • August 24 - Grades 4-6
  • August 25 - Grades 7-8 
Parents will have an opportunity to meet with our Tech Team and discuss Desire2Learn and gwinnettonlinecampus.com email.


PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Parent "Get Acquainted" Sessions will be held on the following dates from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. in the
Smart Studio.
  • August 23 - Grades 9-12
  • August 24 - Grades 4-6
  • August 25 - Grades 7-8 
Parents are invited to come and meet with other experienced GOC parents as they share tips for a successful start to a great year. We hope that you are able to attend these informative sessions.


RICH EXPERIENCES

Come and join our first Rich Experience of the year on the GOC Campus, Friday, September 9 from 
9 - 10 a.m.
 
Topic: Junk Drawer Robotics 4-H Program
Students will have the opportunity to participate in a five-part 4-H program. This program will focus on STEAM topics, but will also tie in 4-H concepts that include  leadership and public speaking. This first session will focus on the sciences including junk drawer robotics! Please visit MyPaymentsPlus to purchase your ticket.

Permission slips must be returned to the front office by Sept. 2.  

4H Junk Robotics

LIFE LESSON SCHEDULE
AUGUST 16
The first Life Lesson was well attended! Mark your calendar now for the next lesson.

 Upcoming dates include:

  • August 23: Making and Keeping Friends
  • August 30: The Art of Learning Online
Life Lessons are in the Productivity Center
YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THE JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT
DISCOVERY CENTER AT GWINNETT OPEN HOUSE

Take a personalized tour of the 44,000 square-foot facility that houses JA BizTown and JA Finance Park. This 360 degree hands-on learning environment prepares students for the world beyond the classroom. 
Click HERE for an informational video.

JA Discovery Center at Gwinnett

1333 Old Norcross Road
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Open House Dates:
*District I Schools-Aug. 22
*District II Schools-Aug. 24
*District III Schools-Aug. 29
*District IV Schools-Aug. 31
*District V Schools-Sept. 7

Time:
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Interested in Attending?
Please email:

GOC NEWS CREW
Calling all 4th-12th Graders who are interested in being a part of the 2016-2017 GOC News Crew. The
GOC News Crew will be involved in filming the Weekly Announcements that appear in the homerooms.
  •  9th-12th Grade meeting will be  Tuesday, August 30 from 12:10-12:30 p.m. in the Productivity Center
  • 4th-6th Grade meeting will be  
    Wednesday, August 31 from 12:10-12:30  p.m.
    in the Productivity Center
  • 7th-8th Grade meeting will be on
    Thursday, September 1 from 12:10-12:30 p.m.
    in the Productivity Center
Use the SignUpGenius link to sign up for the
GOC News Crew.
GOC BUDDY PROGRAM
Your GOC Student Ambassadors would like to invite all new students and interested returning students to participate in our GOC Buddy Program. If you are a returning student and you would like to be a buddy to a new student, please email Ms. Campbell  ASAP.
  
Our first GOC Buddy get together will be
  • Tuesday, August 23 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. for grades 9-12 (pizza and drinks will be served)
  • Wednesday, August, 24 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. for grades 4-6 (a snack and drink will be provided--please bring your lunch)
  • Thursday, August 25 from 12:30 p.m. to
    1:30 p.m. for grades 7-8 (a snack and drink will be provided--please bring your lunch)  
If you have any questions, please contact
Mrs. Campbell.

Student Leaders
ODYSSEY OF THE MIND

Do you want to learn more about being a part of an Odyssey of the Mind Team this year?

Please attend one of the following meetings:

  • Tuesday, August 30 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. for grades 9-12
  • Wednesday August 31st from 12:30 to
    1:30 p.m. for grades 4-6
  • Thursday September 1st from 12:30 to
    1:30 p.m. for grades 7-8
  
Last year, all of our four teams went to State Competition and two teams moved onto World. We are looking for a repeat of that success this year and would love for you to be a part of this exciting program.
  
Find out more by clicking here.

Odyssey of the Mind logo  
CLOSE UP 2017 
It's not too Late to Sign Up!

If you are new to GOC or if you did not have a chance to register last year, please click here  to sign up.
 
For those of you who have already registered, please remember that your non-refundable enrollment fee is due by 10/1/2016.

STUDENT SCHEDULE TEMPLATE
Students, the template below can be used to help create your personalized schedule to know when your virtual sessions, interactive learning labs, and teachers' office hours take place. You can print the schedule and keep it close to your computer so you will always have the details at your fingertips.

For each of your virtual sessions, please make sure you have a working headset, microphone, and webcam.
 
Sample GOC Schedule
ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL 
Students should not enter the building until 8:45 a.m. for learning labs. Please do not drop off students prior to this time. There are no accommodations inside the building for parents to wait on students. Dismissal will begin at 12:10 p.m.
  
All students will be dismissed through the front doors. The side parking lot will not be used for dismissal.
Always remember that Hi Hope Road can never be blocked with cars waiting to pull into the line.
  
We appreciate your help in following these procedures so that the dismissal process will run smoothly.
  
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