GPPSS Update
Lady Blue Devil Mentoring at South
On April 30, South's Lady Blue Devil Mentoring group received sage advice from Grosse Pointe Farms' Lieutenant Vincent Finn and Detective Jon Ross. The ladies practiced practical self defense tactics while the officers stressed the importance of being aware and in groups at night. It's important to keep aware, vigilant and not have your head in the phone. Many of the young ladies were returning participants from last year's session citing they felt it's important to know how to defend themselves, especially before going away for college.
Paul Kaminski and Cedar Rihani represented South at the DECA ICDC (International Career Development Conference) in Anaheim, CA from April 26 through May 1. Paul competed in the Retail Merchandising event while Cedar competed in the Principles of Business Administration and Management event. This was Paul’s second time making it to ICDC and Cedar’s first year as a DECA member and first time attending ICDC. Even though they did not place, South is proud of them for giving it their best!
Middle School Swim Championship Meet
Middle School swim season concluded with the Championship meet on May 1st. During the season 5th-8th grade students from Brownell, Parcells, and Pierce competed in three meets, two duel meets and the final championship meet with all three middle schools participating. After the final meet all three teams joined together to enjoy a pizza party sponsored by a community swim club, thanks Gators.
A TON of records were broken throughout the season. Our well experienced swimmers were showcased, and we also had many kids for whom this was their first competitive experience. Additionally, many of our special education swimmers were able to participate with their peers. Also, all three middle schools had great help from our high school swimmers (and at least one volleyball player) who previously participated in the program. Many of them had their first experience coaching our young athletes. They did a great job helping many of our less experienced swimmers. THIS is truly “One GP” and shows the best our program has to offer!
Off & Out of Sight Reminder
All secondary students are to have access to a technology learning device. The GPPSS BYOD Handbook supports the district's strategic plan for student learning and growth. Students use their technology learning device to access Schoology -- the GPPSS's Learning Management System.
Additionally, cell phones are OFF AND OUT OF SIGHT all day for middle school, and during class time for high school students. If students need to be reached during the school day, please continue to contact the main office.
Middle school students may use their phones before the first school bell and after the final school bell. High school students may use their phone during passing time and at lunch, as well as before and after school.
