“Expect the Best” 90 Livingston Blvd, Gaylord, MI 49735 PH (989) 731-0969 FAX (989) 731-2585 Visit us @ www.gaylordhighschool.org Mission Statement “Our mission is to provide a quality education that inspires students to achieve their potential and be- come productive citizens.” November, December and January 2015-2016 GHS Families, As we begin our transition from fall to winter, I want to take a moment to update you on some exciting things happening at Gaylord High School. First, Curriculum Director Brian Pearson and I performed an audit of all the 1 st quarter assessments for every class offered at GHS. We, in partnership with the GHS teachers, assured that assess- ments given to students are able to accurately measure student knowl- edge. Second, our next cohort of Early College students will begin their Early College careers in January. We believe that this program will con- tinue to grow and become an even larger part of GHS. Finally, I wanted to remind parents and students that tutoring is available daily in the me- dia center. Many students seek help from individual teachers in the morning, but Math and English teachers are available to provide extra help each morning. Please encourage your student to use this resource, especially as we approach semester exams in January. Have a great winter! Chris Hodges Principal
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“Expect the Best”
90 Livingston Blvd, Gaylord, MI 49735
PH (989) 731-0969 FAX (989) 731-2585
Visit us @ www.gaylordhighschool.org
Mission Statement
“Our mission is to provide a quality education that
inspires students to achieve their potential and be-
come productive citizens.”
November, December and January 2015-2016
GHS Families,
As we begin our transition from fall to winter, I want to take a moment
to update you on some exciting things happening at Gaylord High
School. First, Curriculum Director Brian Pearson and I performed an
audit of all the 1st quarter assessments for every class offered at
GHS. We, in partnership with the GHS teachers, assured that assess-
ments given to students are able to accurately measure student knowl-
edge. Second, our next cohort of Early College students will begin their
Early College careers in January. We believe that this program will con-
tinue to grow and become an even larger part of GHS. Finally, I wanted
to remind parents and students that tutoring is available daily in the me-
dia center. Many students seek help from individual teachers in the
morning, but Math and English teachers are available to provide extra
help each morning. Please encourage your student to use this resource,
especially as we approach semester exams in January.
To protect the privacy of our students and keep class-
room disruptions to a minimum, special deliveries
such as flowers are discouraged during school hours.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Winter Driving Safety Tips : Here are some tips and advice for all drivers about staying safe during winter driving season.
Be Prepared! Knowledge: Before leaving home, find out about the driving condi-tions. Safe drivers know the weather, and their limits. If the weather is bad remember, Ice and Snow, Take it Slow, or just don’t go.
Clear: Remove any snow on your vehicle’s windows, lights, brake lights and signals. Make sure you can see and be seen. Inspect: Check your vehicle’s tires, wiper blades, fluids, lights, belts and hoses. A breakdown is bad on a good day and dangerous on a bad-weather day. Time: Leave plenty of time to reach your destination safely. It’s not worth putting yourself
and others in a dangerous situation just to be on time.
Caution: Slippery When Wet! First Snow or Ice: Drivers often aren’t prepared for winter driving and forget to take it slow. Remember to drive well below the posted speed limit and leave plenty of room between cars. Black Ice: Roads that seem dry may actually be slippery – and dangerous. Take it slow when approaching intersections, off-ramps, bridges or shady areas – all are hot spots for black ice. Re-member, Ice and Snow, Take it Slow. Limited Visibility: Stay attentive and reduce speed. Know what’s going on around you. Four-Wheel Drive: On snow and ice, go slowly, no matter what type of vehicle you
drive. Even if you have an SUV with four-wheel drive you may not be able to stop any faster, or maintain control any better, once you lose traction. Four-wheel drive may get you going faster, but it won’t help you stop sooner.
Staying Safe Around Snowplows Distance: Give snowplows room to work. The plows are wide and can cross the centerline or shoulder. Don’t tailgate and try not to pass. If you must pass, take extreme caution and beware of the snow cloud. Speed: Snowplows travel below the posted speed limit. Be patient. Allow plenty of time to slow down. Remember, Ice and Snow, Take it Slow. Vision: A snowplow operator’s field of vision is restricted. You may see them, but they don’t
always see you. Keep your distance and watch for sudden stops or turns. Proceed with Caution!
Speed: The faster you’re going, the longer it will take to stop. When accelerating on snow or ice, take it slow to avoid slipping or sliding. Ice and Snow, Take it Slow. Distance: Give yourself space. It takes extra time and extra distance to bring your car to a stop on slick and snowy roads. Leave extra room between you and the vehicle in front of you.
GHS Senior Photos and Quotes List of Requirements
1. Your photo must comply with GHS’s dress code.
2. Your photo must be submitted in a .jpg file OR a vertical wallet size hard copy. If submitting it
electronically, do not write .jpg or .jpeg in the file name. You must save it AS a .jpg type of file.
Your photo must not be saved as a “Read Only” file. You can fix this under “Properties.”
Your photo must be saved as Last, First.jpg (ex. Smith, Jane). You must use the FULL and LEGAL
name on the photo…no nicknames are allowed. Your photo must be submitted via email to
[email protected] and emailed as an attachment. (FYI: A &M normally submits their cop-
ies on a CD. ) If you are submitting a hard copy, do not write your name on the back; submit it in an
envelope with your name on the front of the envelope.
3. Your photo must be saved at least 300dpi. This ensures high quality. We will not fix photos that
are too low in dpi. They will show up blurry, grainy, pixilated, or not fit in the box.
4. Your photo needs to be head/shoulder shot only…think “ID photo” position (no weapons, no other
people, and no pets are allowed)
5. Submit your photos as early as possible so that if there are any issues, you have time to resubmit a
photo that meets the standards. If you wait until the last minute, we will have no option but to use
your ID photo.
6. If you are not getting pictures taken, Yearbook is willing to take your photo on a scenic background
in Mrs. Purol’s room to use instead of the ID photo. If you did not get your ID photo taken and do
not plan on getting pictures taken, it is your responsibility to make arrangements with Yearbook to
get one taken. If you do not, then you will not be featured in the senior section.
7. Seniors will only be featured in the senior section once—your graduation year. If you do not
graduate on time, then you will not be featured again in the next year’s edition.
8. Your photo is preferred in color; however, you may submit a black and white photo.
9. Senior Quotes need to be school appropriate. Additionally, they should have a positive tone and
be inspirational.
THE
SPIRIT ZONE
GAYLORD HIGH SCHOOL STORE PHONE: 731-0969 Ext. 1271