grand ledge high school october 13th newsletter
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7/27/2019 Grand Ledge High School October 13th Newsletter
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Steven Gabriel, Principal October 2013
Student in the Spotlight
Each month we recognize a Lion’sClub Student of the Month. Thestudent must be a senior, model for
others, and someone that hascontributed to the high school in a variety of ways. We attempt to select
students that are not usually recognized and since we are allowed only eight seniors per year, it is imperativethat we select confident, creditable ambassadors. LaurenBachert was our September Lion's Club Student of theMonth.
Congratulations Lauren!
MEDICAL ALERT!
If your student turns in a yellow emergency card that notesthat a medical condition (asthma, life threatening allergy) with no rescue medication in the office, 911 will be calledin the event of an emergency. It is recommended thatrescue medication be kept in the school office or be self-carried/self administered by the student. Prescriptionmedication authorization forms (including the self carry/self administer form) must be signed by parent/guardian & physician, and non-prescriptionmedication authorization form must be signed by
parent/guardian. These can be found online underParent/Student Resource - School Health Information andForms. In addition, Asthma Action Plans and Allergy Action Plans must also be on file for any student withrescue medication at school (i.e. epinephrine auto-injectorsor inhalers) with a parent/guardian and physiciansignature. Medication forms and actions plans must beupdated yearly.
Grand Ledge High School will now be a Labels fo Education School! Unlike Box Tops for Education , which onlyallows K-8 schools to sign up, Labels for Education allow
public and private K-12 schools to sign up.
You can help Grand Ledge High School earn freemerchandise such as classroom supplies, computersaudio/visual equipment, physical education equipmentreference books, or musical instruments, simply bycollecting Labels for Education participating product UPCsand beverage/sauce caps and turning them in to the box inthe main office. You can also help by spreading the wordto students and parents.
For a complete list of participating products, please visitthe Labels for Education website. You can also check outheir Facebook page to find out about additional ways toearn Labels for Education bonus points for our school.
Calculators for Student Use
Students in Algebra 2 and above are expected to have agraphing calculator. Students in Algebra 1 or Geometryare expected to have a scientific calculator. Calculators areavailable to rent from the Math Help Room. Students firstneed to complete the rental form and have it signed by aparent/guardian, then stop by room 315 to pick up thecalculator. Scientific calculators are available to rent freeof charge. Graphing calculators require a $20 deposit anda $10 per trimester rental fee. Rental forms are availableoutside the door of room 315.
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Experience helps students take ownership
Written by Lucas Schrauben, Grand Ledge High
Schoolteacher.
As educators continue to create successful strategies to
challenge students and engage them in their learning, onemotivating way we can promote innovation and self-ownership is through entrepreneurship. Peter Druckerfamously said “one way to predict the future is to createit.” That is exactly what students at Grand Ledge HighSchool are getting a taste of this year in theirEntrepreneurship course.
As a former entrepreneur in college (I started anadvertising publication “for students by students”) andthen as a district manager for an international grocer aftercollege, I have experienced how an entrepreneurial spiritcan set people apart in their profession. Specifically, thatspirit includes the unique ability to take an exciting ideayou have and create a vision, develop a plan of action,implement a process to effectively move your ideaforward, all the while maintaining a positive attitude andpassion to see it through.
I believe that expanding opportunities for students to learnabout entrepreneurship in high school empowers them tomake an impact on their area of interest after high school.Moreover, it can spur them to think about their collegemajors or career objectives entrepreneurially, rather thanrelying on traditional paths in their chosen fields,
something that is important in today’s rapidly changing jobmarket.
The Entrepreneurship class at Grand Ledge High Schoolis rooted in student ownership. The class is as a capstonecourse for our business department, which offersaccounting, web design, and an award-winning marketing class. This course is a simulated business environment.Under the guidance of a teacher, the student’s partner withlocal business leaders to create and manage business ventures while strengthening academic skills. With anemphasis on college and career readiness, students begin
the year interviewing for their positions within the class Those interviews are conducted with school administratorsand community volunteers (thank you the Grand LedgeBusiness Alliance and Grand Ledge Rotary Club for theirhelp and support). After the interviews, the class isorganized into teams: human resources, accounting, salesand marketing, and web design. It runs much like abusiness would.
This format allows for leadership positions within theclass. For example there is a CEO, a CFO, and a CAO who oversee vice presidents for each department and work with the teacher to deliver monthly task lists and meetdeadlines. I have teamed up with Virtual EnterpriseInternational and Junior Achievement to deliver thiscurriculum. The VEI network provides students with anonline platform to compete in a virtual economy withmore than 5,000 other schools internationally. Althoughnone of the money and items exchanged are real, thestudents take a sense of ownership in their product line website, sales, and business nonetheless.
This program allows students to experience all facets ostarting and running a business, including writing abusiness plan, product development, productiondistribution, marketing and sales. This workplacesimulation provides an environment for students todevelop soft skills that will be crucial in any industry. Theinteraction and teamwork to accomplish goals is essential.
As a teacher, I am passionate about this class because ofthe response I have seen in my students so far. I made thecareer change from the business world to education to
make a positive impact on young people and help themcreate a passion for their future. This class has been a grea way for me to do just that. My students are excitedconfident, and ready to compete. I have witnessedstudents who normally are shy and reserved embracepublic speaking, leadership roles and push themselves tostep out of their comfort zone.
Teaching Entrepreneurship helps talented young adultstake ownership of their futures and create something theyare proud of, which brings a big smile to my face!
Practice ACT (Sylvan Learning Company)
A practice ACT will be offered the morning of October26th in the GLHS library. In addition to the practice ACTthat will be scored for your student that day, Sylvan will beteaching strategies on how to perform better on the test The cost is $20 if paid by October 25th and $25 the day ofthe test. Contact Mrs. Badalamente for details [email protected] .
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TI Technology Rewards Program
The Math Department is collecting points found on thebacks of new TI calculator packages (see below), whichthen can be redeemed for new calculators. Points can beturned in to Mrs. Rice or Mrs. Heriford. Thank you!
2014 Michigan Music Conference
The Grand Ledge High School Wind Symphony has beenselected to perform at the 2014 Michigan MusicConference. The MMC is an annual "in-service/convention" for Michigan music educators held inDeVos Place, Grand Rapids. This will be the WindSymphony's ninth performance at a state or nationalconference since 1983. The Wind Symphony'sperformance will be on Friday, January 17, at 4:15 p.m. inthe DeVos Performance Hall.
DonorsChoose
Looking for a way to supportGLHS? Why not donate a few dollars to a worthy cause that willdirectly impact current students atGLHS! Just click on this link to see the variousprojects. http://www.donorschoose.org/school/grand-ledge-high-school/67568?active=true Remember, allcontributions are tax deductible as DonorsChoose is a501(c)3 charity. The federal tax ID # is 13-4129457.
Diving Anyone?
Anyone interested in diving should email the swim coachIan Townsend at : [email protected] or the teamcaptain, Rachel Kehren, at [email protected] for moreinformation.
Adult Water Aerobic
Water aerobic classes began Wednesday, September 4th @8:30 pm. Classes run Monday & Wednesday's all schooyear, unless no school. Basic exercises are performed inthe water for about an hour then 15 minutes for free timeat the end if you like. Cost is $5.00 to drop in or $50.00for a 16-class punch card. For more information pleasecall 925-5373.
Open Swim at Grand Ledge High School Pool – OpenSwim began Wednesday September 4th and will run alschool year (unless no school) on Wednesday's 6:30-8:30pm and Saturday's 1:30-3:30 pm. Children under 7 need to
be accompanied by an adult. Cost is $3.00 a personor $9.00 for a family of the same household. You can alsopurchase 10 swim passes @ $25.00 for individual or $75.00for family. For more information please call 925-5373
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Grand Ledge High School
Adminis t ra t ion 820 Spring Street
Grand Ledge, MI 48837(517) 925-5815
fax: (517) 925-5829
Steven Gabriel, PrincipalSeniors
Sara Hamelink, Assistant Principal9th and 10th Grades
Blake Wegenke, Assistant Principal11th and 12th
Laura Wyble, Student Success Coordinator [email protected]
Warren Lester, Student Success [email protected]
Scott Millbrook, Dean of Students 9th & [email protected]
Maria Capra, Dean of Students 11th & 12th
Main Off i c e
Cindy Bouchard, [email protected]
Flora Wilson, Principal’s Secretary [email protected]
Elaine Yuvan, [email protected]
Attendance Off i c e
Mary Ann Eveleth, Attendance [email protected]
Grand Ledge High School
Student Serv i c e s(517) 925-5900
fax: (517) 925-5934
Dawn Anderson, 9th & 10th Grade [email protected]
Stacy Woodworth, 11th & 12th Grade Counselor [email protected]
John Mills, EISD Social [email protected]
Nancy Folkertsma, Secretary
Lisa Nelson, [email protected]
Grand Ledge High School Library(517) 925-5855
fax: (517) 925-5938
Minda Schneider, [email protected]
Grand Ledge High School Athle t i c Off i c e( 517) 925-5930
Steve Baker, Athletic [email protected]
Terrie Westman, Athletic Department Secretary [email protected]
Grand Ledge Parent Group
Candy Little, [email protected]