GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL 1587 WEST THIRD AVENUE COLUMBUS, OHIO 43212 KEN CHAFFIN, PRINCIPAL EDWARD J. O’REILLY, SUPT. [email protected][email protected]PHONE: 485-4000 PHONE: 481-3600 MONTHLY PUBLICATION THE HARBINGER October, 2013 Volume 1, Issue 2 A Note from Mr. Ken Chaffin, Principal Dear Bobcat Family: It’s hard to believe we are approaching the end of the first nine weeks. Each family will be receiving information on our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conference dates. We encourage parents to schedule a conference if you have any questions, concerns or just want information regarding any of your students’ classes. A huge “thank you” to all the volunteers, community members, students, parents and Bobcat Boosters for all the work in hosting a great OX ROAST this year! We appreciate all the support that this event provides for our school community. I certainly have enjoyed meeting so many of you! We have so many wonderful things happening in our school community this month: • Zach Brannan, Chris Eberhart, Noah King and Patrick McHugh have been recognized by National Merit for their exceptional performance on the PSAT/NMSQT. • The Grandview Heights City School District has received the highest rating possible of “Excellent with Distinction”! We were the only Central Ohio district with a Performance Index Score above 108 and our value added measures indicated that a majority of our students gained significantly more than a year of academic growth in one year of time. October 7-11 is Homecoming 2013. Please refer to the Homecoming Section later in the Harbinger for details. We look forward to celebrating with our alumni, family and friends during this week. I am truly honored to serve as your principal at GHHS. If there is ever anything I can do to make your experience at Grandview Heights High School more successful, please contact me directly. With Bobcat Pride, PTBB! Ken Chaffin GHHS Principal
Volume 1, Issue 2 A Note from Mr. Ken Chaffin, Principal Dear Bobcat Family: It’s hard to believe we are approaching the end of the first nine weeks. Each family will be receiving information on our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conference dates. We encourage parents to schedule a conference if you have any questions, concerns or just want information regarding any of your students’ classes. A huge “thank you” to all the volunteers, community members, students, parents and Bobcat Boosters for all the work in hosting a great OX ROAST this year! We appreciate all the support that this event provides for our school community. I certainly have enjoyed meeting so many of you! We have so many wonderful things happening in our school community this month:
• Zach Brannan, Chris Eberhart, Noah King and Patrick McHugh have been recognized by National Merit for their exceptional performance on the PSAT/NMSQT.
• The Grandview Heights City School District has received the highest rating possible of “Excellent with Distinction”! We were the only Central Ohio district with a Performance Index Score above 108 and our value added measures indicated that a majority of our students gained significantly more than a year of academic growth in one year of time.
October 7-11 is Homecoming 2013. Please refer to the Homecoming Section later in the Harbinger for details. We look forward to celebrating with our alumni, family and friends during this week. I am truly honored to serve as your principal at GHHS. If there is ever anything I can do to make your experience at Grandview Heights High School more successful, please contact me directly. With Bobcat Pride, PTBB! Ken Chaffin GHHS Principal
IMPORTANT DATES: DISTRICT FIRST SEMESTER: Oct 24 Thursday Professional Day - no students Oct 25 Friday No School Nov 1 Friday Parent Teacher Conference-no school EIMS only Nov 27-29 Wednesday-Friday No School, THANKSGIVING BREAK Nov 28 Thursday THANKSGIVING Dec 19 Thursday End of First Semester Dec 20 Friday Professional Development Day – No School Dec 23 Monday WINTER Jan 03 Friday BREAK Jan 06 Monday Schools Reopen OGT TESTING DATES Ohio Graduation Testing Dates 2013 Reading – October 28 [11th and 12th Grade only] Math – October 29
Writing – October 30 Science – October 31 Social Studies- November 1 GHHS
Homecoming Week: October 7-12 (Parade/Football Game Fri., Dance Sat.) Fall Vocal Concert: October 9 at 7pm Jostens Class Meeting: October 14, 8am – Sophomores Jostens Class Meeting October 14, 9am – Seniors VOCAL MUSIC BOOSTERS COFFEE HOUSE SHOW October 19th 6:00-9:00 PM PSAT Testing: October 16 Senior Parent Night, October 18 PLAN Test : October 23, 2013 8am Fall Sports Awards Assembly, October 28, 7:00 PM Parent Teacher Conferences – October 29, 30 and November 1. Financial Aid Workshop: November 5 at 7:00 pm, doors open 6:30 pm Marching Band Concert: November 7 at 7:00 pm KISS ME KATE Musical AUDITIONS November 18-19 HS Bands Concert: December 10, 7:00 pm HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT December 12, 7:00 PM Deadline for Program of Studies changes: December 20, 3 pm Parent of College Bound Juniors Meeting: January 15 at 7:00 pm OMEA Solo & Ensemble Event Saturday, January 18 FAFSA Meeting : January 22 @ 7:00 pm
CITIZENS OF THE MONTH Congratulations to the September Citizens of the Month: Katie Flanigan, Rhodes Jump, Ellie MacLeod, Mary Emma MacLeod, Ryan McHugh, Laura Satterthwaite, Calley Schmalz and Molly Smith.
ATTENDANCE OFFICE Please remember to contact Mrs. Walton (614) 485-4004 to report student absences. PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES The Grandview Heights High School Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on October 29, 30, and November 1. We are again using the Internet-based appointment booking system from Pick-A-Time to coordinate meeting times. Parents will use the Pick-A-Time website to select which teachers they would like to meet and when. This is all done through a secure system. Parents will need to know their child’s Student ID # and birth date in order to schedule conferences with his/her teachers. The Student ID # can be found on the student’s class schedule, interim report or a grade card. Parents may go online beginning October 14, 2013 through October 28, 2013 to schedule conferences. Go to the high school’s website at www.grandviewschools.org/ghhs and click on the link Schedule High School Conferences under What’s New and Calendar & Events. Each family will receive a letter with important login instructions. ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT NEWS SENIOR PARENT NIGHT FOR FALL SENIOR ATHLETES AND BAND MEMBERS – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 HIGH SCHOOL FALL SPORTS AWARDS ASSEMBLY MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE HIGH SCHOOL GYM BOBCAT SKI CLUB
Attention skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels! Cold temperatures and snow will be here before we know it! Grandview Parks and Recreation is once again organizing trips to Mad River Mountain for Grandview Heights High School students. Trips will be every Thursday for 6 weeks beginning January 9, 2014. Mark your calendars! Details to come...Stay tuned!
Questions? See or email RaeAnna Wieland, Ski Club Advisor at [email protected]. You may also contact Mike Patterson with Grandview Parks and Recreation at [email protected].
COUNSELING CORNER COLLEGE REP VISITS The following is the list of colleges who have scheduled to visit our school. This list is updated as more colleges call to request a visit. Juniors and Seniors are encouraged to attend these sessions. Juniors may sit in on three sessions and Seniors may sit in on five sessions. Students should sign up at least the day before the visit. The sign up book is in the counseling office.
College Representative Location Date Registration Deadline
Ohio State School of Cosmetology
Betsy Kinkila Counseling Office
9/26/13 9:54 AM 9/25/13
Bowling Green State University
Katrina Heilmeier
Counseling Office
9/26/13 12:24 PM 9/25/13
Bates College Noah Jenkins Counseling Office
9/27/13 8:00 AM 9/26/13
Wright State University Cathy Davis
Wright State University
9/30/13 9/30/13
Otterbein University
Merschel Menefield
Counseling Office
10/2/13 10:47 AM 10/1/13
Heidelberg University Nic Dyer Counseling
Office 10/3/13 9:00 AM 10/2/13
Columbus State Community College
Rikki Peck Counseling Office
10/3/13 1:17 PM 10/2/13
Allegheny College
Kelsey Reisinger
Counseling Office
10/8/13 8:00 AM 10/7/13
University of Cincinnati Dustin Sabo Counseling
Office 10/9/13 8:00 AM 10/8/13
Hiram College Jessica Wood Counseling Office
10/11/13 9:54 AM 10/10/13
Denison University Jesse Yeager Counseling
Office 10/11/13 10:47 AM 10/10/13
Capital University Susanna Mayo Counseling
Office 10/17/13 10:47 AM 10/16/13
Walsh University Jessica Watson Counseling
Office 10/17/13 1:17 PM 10/16/13
Miami University, Oxford
Sarah Unger Counseling Office
10/18/13 8:00 AM 10/17/13
Walsh University Jessica Watson Counseling
Office 10/17/13 1:17 PM 10/16/13
Miami University, Oxford
Sarah Unger Counseling Office
10/18/13 8:00 AM 10/17/13
Muskingum University Beth DaLonzo Counseling
Office 10/22/13 10:47 AM 10/21/13
Smith College Deborah Doulette
Counseling Office
10/29/13 8:00 AM 10/28/13
Ohio Wesleyan University
Jordan Peterson
Counseling Office
11/5/13 9:00 AM 11/4/13
University of Connecticut Kim Counseling
Office 11/6/13 1:17 PM 11/5/13
REMINDER PSAT For Juniors and Sophomores -‐ Wednesday, October 16 @ 8:00AM ACT-‐PLAN TEST For Sophomores – Wednesday, October 23 @ 8:00AM
SAT 2013-14 Test Date Registration Deadline Late Registration Deadline
Oct 5 Sep 6 Sep 23 Nov 2 Oct 3 Oct 21 Dec 7 Nov 8 Nov 25 Jan 25 Dec 27 Jan 14 Mar 8 Feb 7 Feb 24 May 3 Apr 4 Apr 21 Jun 7 May 9 May 28
ACT 2013-14 Test Date Registration Deadline Late Registration Deadline
Sep 21 Aug 23 Sep 6 Oct 26 Sep 27 Oct 11 Dec 14 Nov 8 Nov 22 Feb 8 Jan 10 Jan 24
Apr 12 Mar 7 Mar 21 Jun 14 May 9 May 23
MENTORING AND MORE Who: High School Mentors Where: Stevenson Elementary When: Mondays (Training-‐9/30 & First session with elementary students – 10/7) Time: 4pm to 5pm -‐ See Mr. Stork in the counseling office if you have any questions. EXPLORING CAREERS PROGRAM Last year students in the 2014, 2015, 2016 classes participated in the Exploring Careers survey. As a result your child should be receiving in the mail, invitations to open houses related to their career choices. To learn more, visit www.ohexploring.com/openhouse Deadlines are approaching soon and space is limited. QUOTE OF THE MONTH ”Fall Down Seven, Stand Up Eight” – Japanese Proverb Contact Us: Bryan Stork – School Counselor [email protected] Jane O’Shaughnessy -‐ College and Career Counselor [email protected]
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Information regarding National Honor Society is available on the NHS website, which can be reached from the Grandview Heights High School homepage or at the address below. Current NHS members will find information regarding upcoming meetings and events. Students who would like to be considered for NHS will find important requirements and deadlines for applying. If you have any questions, please email RaeAnna Wieland ([email protected]) or Emily Meister ([email protected]). NHS Webstie: https://sites.google.com/a/ghcsd.org/national-honor-society
GHHS GRADUATE CAP AND GOWNS WANTED Please consider donating gently used (2007-2013) Grandview blue or white gowns and/or caps to GHHS. See Mrs. Clayton.
COLLEGE INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES WITH STUDENTS ON IEPs
College Fair for Students with Learning Disabilities Wednesday, October 2, 2013, 6:30 - 8pm
Gahanna Lincoln HS Cafeteria Representatives from Disability Departments
from colleges in Ohio and across the nation.
College Resource Seminar Wednesday, November 6,2013, 6 - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights HS Media Center Q and A Panel Discussion with Disability Representatives from
The Ohio State University, Columbus State, Muskingum, Wright State, Sinclair, Ohio University, DeVry and Hocking College.
Career Speaker Series Grandview Heights High School began its Career Speaker Series on Thursday, Sept. 19th. The Career Speaker Series offers students an opportunity to learn about various careers from listening to presentations from local community members. The speakers share information about their careers so students will have a better understanding of different aspects of the career. The series will continue with speakers giving presentations the third Thursday of each month. Thanks to Michelle Wilson and Jessica Khouzam-Walli from the Grandview Chamber of Commerce for their help in planning this event. Thanks also to our three speakers from September. Jason Clayton, the Development Officer with Vital Companies, spoke about careers in audio and video production. Local author Terry Eisele who is an associate professor at Columbus State Community College spoke about careers in writing and education. Dr. Jasmine Craner, a chiropractor from Active Edge Chiropractic, gave a presentation about careers as a chiropractor and strength and conditioning coach. Adult Trip to Central Europe : Summer 2015 Mr. Hedge is organizing a 10 day trip for adults to Budapest, Prague, Vienna, and Munich in June 2015. The trip is open to any Grandview parent and their family and friends. The cost of the trip is approximately $4700 per person and includes airfare, lodging (double occupancy), a professional tour director, entrances to museum/attractions, and 2 meals per day (breakfast & dinner) . For complete information, visit www.educationaltravel.com. Enter username: Hedge, and password: 2015, or contact Mr. Hedge at [email protected] (Find more information at the end of this newsletter)
.TAKE CHARGE OF EDUCATION – TARGET REWARDS When parents, teachers and other school supporters use the REDcard, Target donates up to 1% of their purchases to the eligible K-12 school they designate. Each September, those funds are distributed to schools nationwide, including Grandview Heights High School. To learn more about the program and support Grandview Heights High School, visit Target.com/tcoe. THANK YOU!
NEWS Fall Choral Concert Concert Choir & The Grandview Singers Wednesday, October 9th GHHS Auditorium-7:00 p.m. Vocal Music Boosters “Coffee House” Show Featuring solo, duet and small ensemble performances from high school vocal music members, with special appearances by the 6th Grade Choir, 7th/8th Grade Mixed Choir, Concert Choir and The Grandview Singers. Saturday, October 19th Middle School Commons-6:00-9:00 p.m. $5.00 general admission per person includes food and beverages. Keep up with all vocal and instrumental news throughout the year by visiting grandviewschools.org “performing arts” page: grandviewschools.org/departments/performing_arts.cfm
Vocal Music Boosters 2013-14 Vocal Music Boosters Officers: Karen Ferris, President ([email protected]) Bridget Kahle, Vice President Krista Joseph, Secretary ([email protected]) Laura Carter, Treasurer Vocal Music Booster meetings for the 2013-14 school year: All meetings will take place on the second Monday each month in the HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR ROOM at 7:00 PM unless otherwise announced. Monday, October 14th Monday, November 11th (no December meeting) Monday, January 13th (HS Cafeteria) Monday, February 10th (HS Cafeteria) Monday, March 17th (3rd Monday of month) Monday, April 14th Monday, May 12th For questions or to volunteer for VMB, please contact Karen Ferris at [email protected].
SEASONS
HOMECOMING 2013 Homecoming Week October 7-12, 2012
THEME SPIRIT DAYS Monday—MOVIE Day
• Dress as a character from your favorite movie Tuesday—TWIN
• We like dress alikes! Wednesday—BARNYARD VS. CITY Day
• Denim and Flannel. Silk and Wool. Everything in-between! Thursday—80’s Movies Day
• COLORS!!! LOTS of COLORS!! • MR. IRRESISTIBLE DAY.
Friday—Dress Like Your Hall Day • DRESS like your ‘season of the year’!
CLASS THEMES: Seniors: Autumn Juniors: Winter Sophomores: Spring Freshmen: Summer HALLWAY DECORATING: will be on Thursday, October 10, 2013, after classes. HOMECOMING PARADE/FOOTBALL GAME - Friday, October 11 6:30 pm HOMECOMING DANCE - Saturday, October 12, 8-11pm Middle School Common
2013 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL Homecoming Court: Sam Claypool, Luke Evans, Ben McCollough, Luke Miller, Nick Schopis, Halli Bair,
Sierra Dobbs-Brown, Cathleen Gleason, Josie Martina and Gabby Romero-Rose
Dear Senior Parent, Hello from the 2014 GHHS Yearbook staff! This letter is regarding senior materials for the yearbook. We know the senior year can be pretty hectic, so we wanted to make sure everyone knows what is coming up. We will send out order forms with more specific instructions in early November. This letter is to simply make you aware of certain deadlines and basic information so you can plan ahead. First – Senior pictures - due January 31st. Pictures should be head-‐and-‐shoulders shots and will be printed in color. If you have your pictures taken through a professional photographer, ask them if they are sending the pictures to us or if you need to; not all photographers automatically send pictures in. Also, if you do not plan to have pictures taken, we can accept any good, recent picture of your Senior, in any size up to 8”x10”. Additionally, we can arrange a free portrait session for your senior if needed, please contact Mrs. Kelsey at [email protected] Second – Baby pictures - due January 31st. These can be any pictures of your senior before they started school, and will be printed in color. Third – Senior Dedications - due March 30th These are ads placed by parents to congratulate their students on their hard work, to celebrate their achievements, and to wish them well in the future. Dedications can be bought as full pages, for $110, half-‐pages, for $60, and quarter-‐pages for $30. You can design your ad yourself or have our staff design it for you. Senior dedications will be printed in color. Fourth – ordering yearbooks – the Early Bird deadline for ordering yearbooks at the reduced rate of $50.00 is February 28th. The deadline for orders at the regular rate of $55.00 is April 4th. Fifth – name, activity, and quote forms – these are for students to specify their preferred name for next to their senior picture in the yearbook, for students to list their activities and accomplishments during high school, and to list a quote they would like beside their picture in the yearbook. They are due along with senior pictures on January 31st. All materials submitted can be picked up in the high school office after May 16th. Please make sure to write your senior’s name on the back of all pictures submitted. Please address any questions or concerns you may have to the yearbook advisor Mrs. Kelsey, at [email protected] Thank you, The 2014 GHHS Yearbook Staff
Grandview Heights High School 1587 West Third Ave. Columbus OH, 43212
2013-2014 Yearbook Order Form The 2013-2014 GHHS Highlander Yearbook is now on sale! Take advantage of our Early Bird price of $50/book from now until February 1! Orders received after February 1st will be at the standard rate of $55/book. All orders must be in by March 29.
The ENTIRE book will be in COLOR!
• Early Bird: $50.00 (until February 28)
• Regular: $55.00 (until April 4)
• ____ Quantity
• Student first and last name: ________________________
We are looking for any parent volunteers to help with any of our committees. Please contact Heidi Varner at [email protected] if interested.
PAVER Order forms are available at the end of the Harbinger.
2013-14 GHHS Staff Appreciation – If you would like to contribute to one our delicious gifts of thanks to the GHHS staff, contact Lisa McNamara or the following link: To sign up, go to: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/4090F4BAEA62CAB9-high/8327204
Grandview Heights High School PTO Presents Grandview Schools Speaker Series (GSSS)
The High School PTO added to its mission in 2012 and 2013 to bring education and awareness about key topics affecting our youth to the community at large. In 2012/2013, our focus included Substance Abuse, Cyberbullying and Internet Safety. We conducted a survey with the community and received a wealth of input from parents about what subjects they would like to see in 2013/2014. As the chair for the committee, Tara Stottlemire, will be updating the community about the subjects for this year via Facebook, PTO website and eblasts from school administrators at all three schools. The dates are committed and are as follows: November 11, 2013: Speaker Series, GHHS 6:30 pm Common Core & College/Career Readiness Presenter: Ken Chaffin November 21, 2013, 9:45 am
Special Event for STUDENTS, parents are welcome to attend, start time 9:45 a.m. Chris Herren http://www.theherrenproject.org Follow on Twitter @herrenproject* Chris Herren - Nationally renowned speaker and
ex NBA player, presenting substance abuse prevention. This event is sponsored by Buckeye Community Health Plan, www.bchpohio.com
November 21, 2013 6:30 PM. Speaker from Drug Safe Worthington.
* February 10, 6:30 PM HS Auditorium. Speaker: Nationwide Insurance representative. Topic: Online safety and security. * April 14, 2014 6:30 PM HS Auditorium. Speaker Katie Clifford. Topic: Promoting culture change and bullying awareness and prevention.
SPIRITWEAR SALES OCTOBER 11 HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME
DECEMBER 10 HOLIDAY BAND CONCERT
ORDER FORM FOLLOWING THIS NEWSLETTER ____________________________________________________________________________________ Grandview Heights PTO http://www.grandviewpto.net/9-12-pto.html Want to help? SPIRIT WEAR SALES link http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4BAEA62CAB9-spirit STAFF RECOGNITION LINK http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4BAEA62CAB9-high Next event October 29 soup and salad. Please consider making a donation.
Don’t forget to join the Grandview Heights HS PTO Facebook Group as a way to exchange ideas and view updates.
Continue to check the Grandview PTO website for key information as well as minutes from
PTO meetings. NEXT MEETING: October 30, 8:15 AM GHHS
WE NEED YOUR OLD/BROKEN/UNUSED CELL PHONES AND HAND HELD ELECTRONICS! The GHHS PTO is collecting unwanted hand held electronics in any condition for recycling and fundraising. This is a secure program, however, it is suggested that you clear your personal information from the items if possible. Verizon Wireless is making this service available, but items from any carrier or manufacturer will be accepted. A collection box is available in the Grandview Heights High School office. For additional information, please contact Kim Sides, [email protected].
Stay in touch by linking to GHHS Parents Facebook : Facebook: Grandview Heights High School PTO GHHS PTO website http://www.grandviewpto.net/9-‐12-‐pto.html High School Twitter @grandviewhhs Contact Tara Stottlemire, Lead GSSS at [email protected]
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Touchdown Club / Grandview Heights High School PTO Victory Bell Courtyard Commemorative Bricks
A commemorative gift is a thoughtful and long lasting tribute to consider for students, alumni,
staff, remembrances and coach, team or club dedications.
Businesses and organizations can express community support by displaying a commemorative brick or granite tile.
Commemorative Bricks & Granite Tiles Available $100 Donation -‐ Personalized Engraved Brick 4” x 8” (3 lines, 13 characters or spaces each) $250 Donation -‐ Personalized Engraved Granite Tile 8” x 8” (5 lines, 13 characters or spaces
each) $500 Donation -‐ Personalized Engraved Granite Tile 12” x 12” (7 lines, 19 characters or spaces
each)
4 X 8 B R I C K $100
8 X 8 G R A N I T E $250
12 X 12 G R A N I T E $500
Your name, message, team, class, business or organization acknowledgment will be proudly displayed in the Stegmeier Victory Bell Courtyard south of Anderson Field in Bobcat Stadium as indicated above.
**The TD Club & GHHS PTO reserves the right to review all messages to ensure appropriateness.
The Ohio State University Prior Hall376 West 10th Ave., Room 550Gallery: October 21 through November 27, 2013Rick’s Grand Rounds:Monday, October 21 at noon
Promoting Positive Attitudes Toward Patients with Disabilities
COSI333 West Broad StreetGallery: September 21, 2013 through January 5, 2014Rick’s Presentation: Sunday, October 20 at noon in the Atrium
This energizing program transforms public
perceptions of people living with genetic,
physical, and behavioral di!erences from
albinism to autism.
This allows one to see individuals as they are
seen by their parents and close friends: as
valuable and positive members of society—
as beautiful.
Rick Guidotti, photographer and director of
Positive Exposure, is coming to Columbus
in October 2013 to present two art galleries
celebrating the beauty of di!erence at The
Ohio State University and at COSI.
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER
For more information, visit: go.osu.edu/positiveexposure Or call: 614-688-2928
