Hello Hornet Nation!

This week, we saw a significant improvement during lunchtime! We adjusted our approach, and the students made some adjustments as well. Working together, we demonstrated great teamwork—everyone plays a vital role!

Yesterday, I had the incredible opportunity to be on the field during the University of Maryland’s warm-up for their football game against Michigan State University. It was an inspiring experience that reminded me that each athlete was in high school just a few years ago, striving to wear that Terp jersey. They made a choice to dedicate themselves to their goals, working hard in the classroom, the weight room, at practice, and during their own time outside of school.

These young men found and created a strong support system by surrounding themselves with individuals who encouraged their dreams. They are no different from our HORNETS, we all have the potential to achieve great things. This experience reinforced the idea that life is a series of choices, actions, and reactions. When the outcome isn’t what we hoped for, it’s vital that we are honest with ourselves and make necessary changes.

So, I encourage you to reflect on your dreams. Are your choices aligning with them? Let’s continue to support each other in our journeys!

The week will be what you make it, so let’s make it GREAT together!

We Are… GREAT MILLS

#TRUSTTHEPROCESS

¡Saludos! Para leer en español, hay un botón para traducir en la esquina superior derecha de los anuncios de Smore cuando se abre por primera vez. Pueden hacer clic en el botón y después selecciona de la lista de lenguas disponibles

The AUP is linked here as well as the information Specific to Google.

• September 11 - Salisbury University Visit
  
• September 18 - Hood College
  
• September 19 - Two-hour early dismissal
• September 20 - Professional Day - No school for students
• October 1 - Tighten up Tuesday
• October 22 - ASVAB Test

SMCPS 2024-2025 Calendar

Help support the Cross Country Team by ordering Panda Express on Friday the 13th. Order online nationwide with Fundraiser Code 925332.

Now is the cheapest time to buy your yearbook, $90! Click to grab your copy before prices go up on September 20.

Attention SENIORS! If you enjoy public speaking and would like to help our younger Hornets, this opportunity is for you! We are holding a Student Panel this Fall and are in need of student presenters. As a panelist, you will share positive experiences about your high school career here at GMHS, the Tech Center or any other clubs you participate in, and share helpful advice with our underclassmen that will help them be successful in high school. Requirements: No disciplinary actions from last year or this one, good academic standing, and one teacher/club sponsor recommendation. Please visit the College and Career Center if you have any questions.

A play is not meant to be read, it is meant to be seen. Seeing live theater is an experience like no other. Each year, we have the opportunity to see a variety of plays at the Shakespeare Theater in Washington D.C. Over the last couple of years, we have taken students to see Shakespeare plays such as King Lear, Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, plus other wonderful shows such as Peter Pan and Evita. This year's shows may include Comedy of Errors, Babbit, All the Devils are Here and Frankenstein. Because bus transportation is expensive, $30 just covers the cost per student. If a bus is not full, the price is higher per student. To keep these plays affordable for our students, and allow us to continue to offer these opportunities, please click here to make a small donation. Donations will reduce the per student cost of a trip; any money left over at the end of the school year will be put towards future field trips.

Thank you!

Monday, September 9th

• JV Football vs McDonough 5:00

Wednesday, September 11th

• Field Hockey vs North Point Varsity 4:00
• Golf vs Huntingtown @ our home course, Cedar Point Golf Course on Pax River 4:00
• Volleyball vs LaPlata JV 4:30 Varsity 5:30

Thursday, September 12th

• Boys soccer vs Westlake 6:00

Saturday, September 14th

• Varsity Football vs St. Charles 6:00 pm

Just a reminder when you come to events at Great Mills High School

• Senior Citizen Cards will only be for St. Mary's County residents.

• All coaches should have ID/Badge or should arrive with the team.

• Anyone leaving the event without authorization MUST pay to re-enter

• No outside food or drinks (including water bottles) are permitted

• No Bags

Spectators will not be allowed to enter game venues carrying any bags. Spectators will only be permitted to carry a small clutch or wallet into events. Other small permissible items such as keys, wallets, cell phones, credit cards, and cash may be carried in a pocket or by hand. Prohibited items include weapons, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, electronic cigarettes, outside food and drinks, laser pointers, non-service animals, and other items deemed inappropriate by the school administration.

I hope you are doing well. I want to make sure this concert was shared with you. On October 4, at 7 p.m., in the Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center at St. Mary's College Maryland, the renowned group Nobuntu, a female a-cappella quartet from Zimbabwe, will be performing. They have drawn international acclaim for their inventive performances that range from traditional Zimbabwean songs to Afro Jazz to Gospel. The ensemble’s concerts are performed with pure voices, augmented by minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments such as the Mbira (thumb piano), and organic, authentic dance movements.

This is a unique opportunity to see this world-class group in Southern Maryland.

The ASVAB is a tool that all military branches use to figure out the best employment fit for you within each branch. There are sections of word knowledge, paragraph comprehension, math, mechanical knowledge, and science. The test will be taken on paper.

Location: Media Center

Time: 8am - Noon

Click here to sign up.

Please email Mrs. Cunningham, accunningham@smcps.org, if you need assistance in completing FAFSA and/or MDCAPS

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HEALTH INSURANCE OR SUPPLAMENTAL HEALTH INSURANCE FOR YOUR STUDENT? FIND MORE INFORMATION BELOW.

Email: bjdothard@smcps.org
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/gmhs/
Location: 21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 863-4001
Twitter: @GMHS_SMCPS