Georgetown 87s

70 Guelph Street, Georgetown, ON  L7G 3Z5

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All interested families are welcome to our Grade 8 Information Evening on Thursday, November 21st from 6:00-8:00pm. Learn about our grade 9 program, graduation requirements, and meet with all curricular areas and Guidance Counsellors. See our flyer below.

Students and families are invited to attend an information evening to explore a variety of specialty programs offered by the Halton District School Board (HDSB), including:

• Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Programs

• Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)

• Dual Credit Programs

These programs provide students with valuable skills and experiences that support their future careers and post-secondary education. 

Georgetown District High School, Georgetown

• Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024: 5:30 - 8 p.m. 

During the presentation at 5:30 p.m. attendees will hear from students and recent grads. An Open House will follow to provide an opportunity to explore information and speak with teachers.

Why Attend?

• Learn About the Programs: Discover how SHSM, OYAP and Dual Credit programs provide students with hands-on learning and valuable industry certifications.

• Meet the Teacher Leads: All evenings will feature the opportunity to speak directly with the teacher leads who run these specialized programs. This is a great chance to ask detailed questions and get insights into the program specifics.

These programs can open doors to exciting career pathways, apprenticeships and post-secondary opportunities. Don’t miss the chance to have your questions answered and explore how these pathways can benefit your child’s education and help them find a future that fits.

Additional Information

To learn more about these programs, please visit the HDSB website and Halton Pathways website.

If you would like more information please contact Tiffany Olmsted olmstedt@hdsb.ca, Wade Richardson richardsonw@hdsb.ca and Veronica Kleinsmith kleinsmithv@hdsb.ca. 

Grad portraits are scheduled November 18th – December 10th.  Appointment times will be open 3-4 days at a time.  More dates will be opened as they fill up.

All appointments are booked on the Pegasus website, using the button below. Appointment time reservation and payment for the session fee is made at the time of booking. 

• You must use the following Access Code to access the GDHS Grad Photos portal: 21GRGHS343 

Appointments will begin at 9am.  The last appointment will be at 2:45pm.

The photo studio will be set up in Room 122 (the Green Room).

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the main office.

Weekly Newsletter: Monday, November 11

Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week

Monday, November 18 to Friday, November 22 is Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week.  Each day we will have activities for students and staff to bring awareness about the types of bullying and mistreatment that occurs among young people, and to work toward creating a positive climate for learning here at GDHS.

• Monday:  Positive Messages!  Students will find uplifting messages placed all over the school and are encouraged to create their own positive messages to share.

• Tuesday:  Bullying Response Protocol - Staff will share with students our board-wide protocol for consistent responses to incidents of mistreatment.

• Wednesday:  ODD SOCK DAY!  A day when schools, workplaces, and individuals join together to show that it's okay to be different and to stand up against bullying and discrimination.

• Thursday:  Students Taking Action Against Bullying - A video will be shown in class highlighting how students can take initiative to address mistreatment in school.

• Friday:  Wellness Activities - During Period 3 Lunch, one of our Grade 12 Leadership classes will organize a series of fun activities to facilitate student interaction and create a positive sense of belonging. 

There will also be ongoing activities and displays in the GDHS library to help raise awareness and create a safe and accepting environment. 

E-Learner Drop In Support

Students in e-learning classes are invited to drop in to the GDHS Library Conference Room on Tuesday November 19 during periods 3, 4, or 5 to meet with the Student Success Teacher.  The Student Success Teacher will help to support students who are struggling with e-learning.  Students who have in-person classes during periods 3, 4, and 5 and would like to access this support should email the Student Success Teacher at howarthj@hdsb.ca to request a time to meet.

Grade 8 Information Night

Grade 8 Information Night at GDHS will take place this Thursday, November 21st. The evening will begin at 6:00 pm with a presentation in the theatre. After the presentation, families will be invited to the various locations to explore the multiple opportunities we offer at GDHS and to talk with staff. There will also be a few breakout sessions about specialized programming offered at GDHS. Please click here for further details. 

CPP Virtual Information Sessions

The Community Pathways Program is an IPRC Self-Contained Placement Program designed for students with special education needs who are primarily accessing non-credit courses. Information sessions for these regional programs will be held virtually:

November 19, 7 p.m.: Livestream link OR November 21, 7 p.m.: Livestream link

*note that these are repeat sessions*

Full Disclosure on Friday

This is a reminder that Friday, November 22nd is the Full Disclosure date. This means any Semester 1 senior course (gr 11 or 12) dropped after this day will be fully disclosed on the student's final transcript, regardless of whether they dropped the course or not. If a student is considering dropping a senior course, they must drop by Friday, November 22nd for it not be listed on the final transcript.

Grade 10 Literacy Test

Grade 10 English classes will participate in the OSSLT (Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test) this week: Session A on Wednesday, November 20th and Session B on Thursday, November 21st. Any questions may be directed to the Grade 10 English teachers or Ms. Russell. Questions regarding IEP accommodations on the OSSLT should be directed to the student’s SERT. Note that students who have Grade 10 English in the second semester will write the OSSLT in the spring. For more information, and to access the practice test, please visit the EQAO website.

Virtual Post-Secondary Transition Night

On Tuesday, November 26th, the Regional Assessment and Resource Centre (RARC) will be hosting a virtual session for students with disabilities and their parents to discuss post-secondary programming, accommodations, and supports. Presenters will highlight the important role of transition planning to help students feel more confident and prepared to meet educational challenges. More information and registration available here.

Upcoming Guest Speaker: Dwayne Morgan

On November 27th, Grade 9 and 11 students will welcome esteemed spoken word artist and Order of Ontario appointee, Dwayne Morgan. His signature talk, “Everyday Excellence”, focuses on change, choice, and self-love. He will challenge his audiences to critique their thoughts and decision making to take hold of their potential.

One Act Play Festival
Join us for an exciting evening of student creativity at the GDHS One-Act Play Festival, hosted right here in our school theatre at 6:30 pm on Thursday, December 5th! This incredible event is entirely student-run, with scripts written, directed, acted, and crewed by our talented GDHS students. It’s a great way to support their hard work and see four amazing live performances. Tickets are only $5 and can be purchased via SchoolCash Online. Don’t miss out on this celebration of student talent and the dramatic arts! See you there!

Wrestling Fundraiser - Pizza Day - Friday Nov 22nd

The GDHS Wrestling Team is raising funds for customized wrestling singlets and to subsidize the cost for team fees. Support our athletes by ordering a Joe’s Great Pizza on SchoolCash Online for this Friday, period 3 or 4!

Parent Council Fundraisers

GDHS is teaming up with Terra Cotta Cookies to bring you delicious, peanut and nut-free cookies you will love. Choose from 12 scrumptious cookie dough flavours, including two gluten-free choices and a vegan option! Cookie Dough Drop Boxes are $15.00 each, and Shortbread Gift Boxes are $10.00 each. Last day to order: November 26. Pick-up: December 10, 3:15-6pm. Click here for more information and to order. Thank you for your support! See image below.

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Semester 1 Final Evaluations

Please be aware that final evaluations for Semester 1 will take place during the following periods. It is expected that families avoid any planned absences during this time.

• In-class Culminating Performance Tasks: January 6-22

• Final examinations/Exams:

  • Period 5 - January 23

  • Period 4/3 together - January 24

  • Period 2 - January 27

  • Period 1 - January 28

  • Inclement weather day - January 29

Inclement Weather Reminders

With temperatures still keeping us guessing, winter weather could surprise us any time! To stay prepared, families are encouraged to review the HDSB Inclement Weather Reminders to know how we communicate important updates about school closures and bus cancellations. A printable version of this information is also available. If your child is bused to school, please ensure you know which transportation zone you are located in. Let’s stay connected and safe when wintry conditions arrive!

Coming up at GDHS

• Lockdown Drill: Nov 19

• eLearner drop-in support @ GDHS Library: Nov 19

• CPP Virtual Information Sessions: Nov 19, 21

• OSSLT for Grade 10s (English classes only): Nov 20, 21

• Gr 8 Parents Night: Nov 21

• Full Disclosure: Nov 22

• Pathways Night & Skilled Trades Night: Nov 26

• Dwayne Morgan (Grades 9 & 11): Nov 27

• PA Day: Nov 29

• One Act Play Festival: Dec 5

For daily announcements and further information about our school, academics, guidance and extracurricular activities, please visit our website https://geo.hdsb.ca and follow us on social media.

-Your GDHS Admin Team