School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

Improving Critical Thinking Skills: Have No Doubt! Figure It Out!

Our mission is to "Raise the Bar" so that ALL

students will be well prepared for college and the

world of work. This will be accomplished through

rigor, relevance and relationships between all

Granby stakeholders.

GRANBY HIGH’S SCHOOLWIDE INSTRUCTIONAL FOCUS

Our Instructional Focus Statement

At Granby High School, we will improve students'

critical thinking skills through use of Kagan and

cooperative learning strategies with JIGSAW,

FISHBONE, and RECIPROCAL TEACHING as

high yield strategies.

Goal Setting for Success in ALL Classes

Students should maintain unit test Student Goals

Assessment and Reflection Sheets in each class to

track their progress and to set learning goals.

Literacy Focus

Every student should engage in writing and

focused and/or sustained silent reading activities on

a daily basis in every class, every day, no

exceptions.

Smart-e Goal

Every student will participate in Kagan/cooperative

learning strategies every day, in every classroom,

no exceptions.

GOOD NEWS

National Honor Society Induction – Save the Date! Wednesday, March 4, 2020 from 7:00-7:30 p.m. in the school’s auditorium. See

Ms. Franklin for details.

PRE-IB Sophomores’ Meeting There will be a Pre-IB Sophomore meeting February 20th at 1:00 pm in the auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend.

AP (Advanced Placement) and Sophomore Night – Save the Date!

February 20th from 5:30-7:30 for parents and students

The event will highlight information on courses for students interested in Core, Honors, AP, and

IB subjects. ALL Students interested in taking Honors/AP courses and ALL parents interested in

course offerings are asked to attend.

ATTENDANCE APPEALS

Please see Mr. Otter in Academy C for an Attendance Waiver Applications if you have

missed more than 7 days from school. Going forward, please do not miss any more days from

school.

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Improving Critical Thinking Skills: Have No Doubt! Figure It Out!

Dear Parents:

The second half of the school year has begun. Please take time to review grades with students and set goals for

passing all classes this school year. Please remind students to report to their classes on time and to remain in

class. Take time to talk to students about trying even when the work may be difficult. Students should not ask to

leave the room when the teacher begins to teach the lesson or instructs the students to begin working

independently. If your student is not passing a class, please contact the teacher and find out what supports you

can provide to help students improve. Grades are finalized at the end of the school year, so students have time to

catch up if they are struggling in any classes. Please be sure students are present, on time, in class, and

submitting completed, high quality work. We are here to do our very best to improve the lives of our students.

Their high school years are very important, and we want 100% of our students to graduate from high school.

Let’s work together to reach this goal. Thanks so much for your continued support.

Gradpoint Credit Recovery

Any student who needs a class on GradPoint to recover credit for a class previously failed should see Mrs. Singleton, our graduation coach.

Save the Dates for Our Concerts

Chorus

February 8th: District Chorus Concert at BTW High School March 20th and 21st: District Choral Assessments at Norview High May 13th: Senior Night Showcase here at 6 PM May 19th: Spring Concert here at 6 PM June 9th: Graduation at TED Constant Center at 1 PM Orchestra Feb 19....Pre-Assessment Performance 7pm Mar 5-7..Assessments May 20...Spring Concert 7pm

School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

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Upcoming Fieldtrips

February 11 – Mr. Quant will take students to Gran Affairs – departure time 9:15 a.m.

February 14-16 – ODU Model UN Conference

February 20 – NJROTC Fieldtrip to NAS Norfolk with Warrant Ferrette –time 7:30-1:00

February 21 – DECA and FBLA - Washington, DC with Ms. Stocks and Mr. Thorne 7:00 a.m. departure

February 28-March 3 – State DECA Competition in Virginia Beach with Mr. Thorne

March 11 - NJROTC Fieldtrip to NAS Norfolk with Warrant Ferrette –time 7:30-1:00

March 13 – Ms. Knittle goes to ODU

March 26 – Ms. Harkleroad – Art trip to Broc Center – departs at 8:00 a.m.

April 9 – Ms. Brunner goes to Staunton – Shakespeare Play – departs at 6:00 a.m.

Yearbook Club and Team Photos – February 7th - From Ms. Waters in 19B

Photos are going to be taken on February 7th, in the Gym, of all the winter teams. This is a great opportunity for ALL clubs and groups to get their

photos taken. As these are the photos that will be used in the yearbook, it would be a great chance for you to attend. Please email me to set a time.

The photographers usually , with cooperation, only take 5 minutes per team, club/ group. It is the waiting for your turn that is the hardest part. Please

plan to get your photo taken. Email me if you are going to take advantage of this opportunity.

Black History Month Activity – The Next Door Decorating Contest

Judging, Monday, February 17th; Registration Fee $2.00

Judging Criteria – theme, originality, and creativity; bonus if the person is in a field related to your field of study.

Movie Club with Ms. Brunner in 19B

The movie club meets every Wednesday right after school.

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Join us for AP and Sophomore Night!!!!!

Thursday, February 20, 2020

5:30 PM

While we really want to see the Class of 2022 participate, this event is open to all Granby High School

students and parents. Participants will receive information including: AP Testing, Regular, Honors, and

AP classes, Academic/College Readiness, Community Resources, and more!!! See Mrs. Self for more

information.

Student Council Association and Leader Academy

Participation is mandatory. Groups will meet February 3, March 2, April 1, May 4, and June 1 in Room 30D. See Ms. Franklin if you have questions.

National Honor Society

Meetings are mandatory. Dates are February 10, March 9, and April 6. Meeting will be in the Small Forum. See Ms. Franklin to join the GroupMe so

that you can get notifications about events in your organization.

Chess Club

Come learn to play and/or show off your chess game with the Norfolk Police Department every Wednesday in room 26A. Games begin at 2:15 p.m.

All are welcome.

Color Guard

Color Guard will meet Tuesday, February 4th in room 10B with Ms. Gay.

Young Democrats with Ms. White

Young democrats will meet in Ms. White’s room February 12th.

World Languages – Peer Tutoring

Chinese, French, Latin, Spanish, and English peer tutoring is available Mondays and Wednesdays at 2:15 in room 21A. See Ms. Shahan for details.

School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

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Fashion Show Tryouts – February 5, 2020 Tryouts will be Wednesday, February 5th at 2:15 in room 28D. Report directly to Ms. Lee after school.

Nothing Bundt Cakes – Fund Raiser

Looking for a sweet treat? Treat yourself to a delicious mini Bundt cake. Be on the lookout for National Art Honor Society members to take your

order through end of day Monday, February 10th. Your sweet treat will be delivered on Valentine’s Day, Friday February 14th here at

Granby. Don’t know a member of the NAHS? Send Ms. Hurst an email and a student will come to your classroom before or after school to take your

order. See Ms. Hurst for more details. Thanks for supporting the arts!

https://drive.google.com/a/nps.k12.va.us/file/d/1Ybt8Iu5X3eVpvpn8bXWK42TH6SaXT91A/view?usp=drivesdk

Forensics Team Meetings in February

The Forensics team will meet Mondays and Wednesdays at 2:15 pm in room 29B. Ms. Carter is the sponsor.

SCA Meetings in February

The SCA will meet Mondays and Wednesdays at 2:15 pm in room 30. Ms. Franklin and Ms. Carter are the sponsors

Drama Club

Mr. Ford and Ms. Cook will sponsor meetings in room 32B on February 10th for those students who wish to participate in a production of Check.

3D Club with Ms. Raskovic in Room 21B

The 3D club will meet every Tuesday from 2:15-3:15.

Future Problem Solvers with Ms. Raskovic

Future Problem Solvers will meet every Monday from 2:15-3:15 in room 21B.

FBLA with Ms. Stocks

The FBLA will meet in room 30C on February 12th.

National Art Honor Society

NAHS will have studio time every Wednesday in February. The mandatory meeting will be Wednesday, February 12th in 1AR. Ms. Hurst is the

sponsor.

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Cupola Staff Meeting

The Cupola staff will meet February 12 in room 29D at 2:15. Mr. Dowe is the sponsor.

Granby Athletics Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Time Event Details 4:00pm Basketball: Boys JV Game vs. Churchland

@ Granby High School 5:30pm Basketball: Girls Varsity Game

vs. Churchland @ Granby High School

7:00pm Basketball: Boys Varsity Game vs. Churchland @ Granby High School

Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Time Event Details 2:00pm Indoor Track: Girls Varsity Meet vs. Multiple Schools..

@ Boo Willianms Sports Plex 2:00pm Indoor Track: Boys Varsity Meet vs. Multiple Schools..

@ Boo Willianms Sports Plex 5:00pm Swimming: Girls Varsity Meet vs. Norview

@ Maury High School 5:00pm Swimming: Boys Varsity Meet vs. Norview

@ Maury High School Friday, February 7, 2020 Time Event Details 4:00pm Basketball: Boys JV Game vs. Norview

@ Norview High School Gymnasium 5:30pm Basketball: Girls Varsity Game vs. Norview

@ Norview High School Gymnasium 7:00pm Basketball: Boys Varsity Game vs. Norview

@ Norview High School Gymnasium

School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

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Granby High School Counseling Updates - Scholarships Reported as of January 31st – $7.5 Million

Transcript Request: Any senior applying to colleges using any platform other than the Common Application should make sure to request a transcript by doing one of the

following:

1. Access the Guidance page on the Granby website and fill out the transcript request form under the transcript request button on the left. 2. Visit the School Counseling Office (Academy A or B) and request a transcript in person. 3. Email your school counselor to request a transcript. Be sure to include the specific school or email information needed to make sure

the transcript is sent where you intend it to be sent.

Requesting Recommendations: Please submit your requests for letters of recommendations to teachers and administrators at least one week in advance. B

Scholarship Information: Please consider accessing one or more of the following sites to view scholarship information or to receive periodic scholarship updates.

Instagram: @757granbyscholarships, Scholarship Station or access the Granby HS Senior Newsletter on the Granby Guidance webpage.

News from the ACCESS Office – Ms. Ulanich

Seniors, please make sure you are finishing up your college applications, and filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

before your college deadlines. You must file the FAFSA to be considered for financial aid to attend college, this includes institutional grants! If you

need help, or have questions, please see Mrs. Ulanich, ACCESS Advisor in 09B.

Juniors, plan to take the SAT, or ACT in the spring. Please see Mrs. Ulanich, ACCESS Advisor in 09B to see if you qualify for free test waivers.

ACCESS has partnered with College Board, and we are encouraging Juniors to participate in Khan Academy for free SAT test help. ACCESS has

prizes and free test fee waivers available when you reach a certain amount of hours! See Mrs. Ulanich for more details!

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Granby High’s Outstanding Team Members of the Week

From the World Language Department

Mrs. Erin Rawls: Good Morning, I'm Chris Dunbar and I am a vision para here at Granby. I work with Kamryn Tynes, a visually impaired student, and she has been one of Mrs. Rall's students for the past two years. From the beginning, we have requested class material days in advance so that we can prepare them for braille in order for Kamryn to access them. Mrs. Rall is always on top of this. She gives us class work, weeks, if not a month in advance. This is so helpful. She is also quick to correct errors--which is rare. Also, Mrs. Rall always asks Kamryn and her classmates how they are doing with their class work. Thank you, Chris Dunbar

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From the Science Department

From the English Department

Ms. B. Donald: Ms. Brytnee Donald from the science department is nominated for the month of January 2020. Ms. Donald is a great person to work with. She contributes positively to the science department, takes initiative and provides helpful suggestions. She stays back with students and offers assistance to students who struggle with concepts. Ms. Donald's positive character makes her a great person to be around!

Ms. Meg Haynes:

English 9 can be a very challenging course to teach, but

Mrs. Haynes comes to class every day with a smile on

her face and a pleasant attitude. She loves her students,

and it shows in the care and attention that she puts into

her work. She approaches stressful situations with

kindness and understanding. Her students, the English

department, and Granby are lucky to have her.

School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

Improving Critical Thinking Skills: Have No Doubt! Figure It Out!

Norfolk Sister City Association – Art Night out at the Kroc Center on January 23, 2020

School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

Improving Critical Thinking Skills: Have No Doubt! Figure It Out!

School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

Improving Critical Thinking Skills: Have No Doubt! Figure It Out!

School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

Improving Critical Thinking Skills: Have No Doubt! Figure It Out!

School Announcements for February 3-7, 2020

Improving Critical Thinking Skills: Have No Doubt! Figure It Out!