THE GRANTONIAN

Students from Accounting and Personal Finance and Student Store visited Deloitte in the Pearl District! Our students were part of the inaugural nationwide Deloitte MADE day, where students in over 30 states participated in an event focused on making accounting more diverse and equitable (MADE).

Students enjoyed the experience, traveling by public transit to the Pearl District near the iconic Powell’s Books. They had a fantastic time exploring Deloitte’s vibrant workspace, learning about the different career paths available, and asking thoughtful questions to the panel.

I’m incredibly proud of their curiosity and grateful to Mary Shaw and Ricardo Perez at Deloitte for making this valuable experience possible!

Ms. Shelah S. Kelso

Accounting & Personal Finance Teacher & Student Store Internship (CTE)

We had another great showing of students selected to the WIBC and OMEA All-State honor groups this year. Please help me in congratulating the following students on this high-level achievement:

Western International Band Clinic Honor Bands

Tommy Blize - sophomore - trumpet

Sasha Drews - junior - clarinet

Ethan Hargunani - senior - tenor saxophone

Aden Kassar - junior - percussion

Theo Kunze - junior - french horn

Nathan Lauruhn - sophomore - clarinet

Cate Moore - junior - flute

Beckett Olson - senior - alto saxophone

Rowan O'Neill - senior - french horn

Marilyn Ruthruff - freshman - flute

Daphne Sauer - sophomore - bassoon

Sam Tselnik - senior - percussion

Ellie Whitaker - sophomore - flute

Blaire Wolfe-Rocca - junior - tuba

Lucy Zimmerman - senior - flute

These students will represent Grant at the Western International Band Clinic in November.

OMEA All-State Jazz

Sasha Burns - senior - tenor saxophone

Jude Sheridan - sophomore - bass

OMEA All-State Symphonic Band

Theo Kunze - junior - french horn

Nathan Laurhun - sophomore - clarinet

Blaire Wolfe-Rocca - junior - tuba

OMEA All-State Wind Ensemble

Sasha Drews - junior - clarinet

Ethan Hargunani - senior - tenor saxophone

Rowan Martin-Collier - sophomore - trombone

Marilyn Ruthruff - freshman - flute

Ellie Whitaker - sophomore - flute

These students will be representing Grant at the Oregon Music Education Association State Conference in January. Our very own Grant Jazz Ensemble will also be performing at the conference as the featured high school jazz group.

Thank you for your continued support of the Grant band!

Dear Grant Students and Families,

To ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff, we are reinforcing the following entrance policy.

• Upon arrival, students must enter the main building through the front doors unless their first class is in the Art Building or Hollyrood.

• Late arrivals (after the bell) must sign in at the main office. Signing in ensures student safety and accountability in case of an emergency.

• Side entrances throughout the rest of the day: Students must show their PPS IDs to be "buzzed in”. Front office entry is required otherwise.

• Doors must remain secured all day. Propping doors open or admitting others is prohibited and will result in disciplinary action.

Given the high volume of people on campus at any given time, we are working to implement measures that control building access and mitigate potential risks. It is crucial that students understand the reasoning behind these necessary security directives.

We ask that parents and families reinforce our expectations by discussing the importance of safety and reassuring students that these measures are in place solely to ensure student and staff well-being at Grant High School.

Thank you for your continued support,

Grant High School Administration

For more information and to purchase tickets

• Know the options available in the line you are in. #1 Burrito Bars and featured entree are upstairs. #2 PBJ, yogurt, and pizza are located at the downstairs kitchen service area.

• Students can use their badge to scan, which also helps the lines move faster providing more time for students to eat.

• Student Volunteers can assist serving students for 15-18 min for lunch service and receive a 1/2 elective credit. We are still struggling in this area, Grant is the only High School we haven't had interest yet with student volunteers. School admin is showing great support in helping share the information so students know it is available. We will continue to strive to promote this opportunity.

The next scheduled Principal's Coffee Talk is Wednesday, November 13th at 8:45am. Check in at the main office.

Whether you are new to Grant or a returning family, we look forward to the year ahead.

As our sports and student activities get underway, we wanted to share information on how you can make purchases or donations to support our incredible school!

Our classrooms and programs are robust and the price of supplying materials and ensuring safe and productive learning environments is costly; We would not be able to achieve this without your support.

REQUEST FOR GENERAL DONATION any amount is helpful

This year, as a school, we are tasked with doing more with less; staff, supplies, & funding. In light of this, we see that our greatest need right now is for general donations that can be used to provide:

• Course-specific and schoolwide supplies & equipment to our classrooms and support areas
• Student activities for enhanced learning, community building and engagement
• Student incentives
• Student events and celebrations
• Student support- Financial Assistance, Scholarship, 4-star Hunger Project, Support Groups

ASB STICKER

Purchase a $30 ASB sticker for your student's ID* which includes:

• Free and Fast entry to all regular season home games and
• Free and Fast entry to Homecoming Game and Dance
• Discounted Dance tickets
• All proceeds support our Student Activities.

*Your student must have the sticker on their ID for entrance. This can be picked up during lunch or after school at the Bookkeeper's Window in the hall near the main office.

YEARBOOK

Login to schoolpay to pre-purchase a $55 yearbook for your student before the price goes up to $65 after 11/30.

LIFETIME FITNESS CLASS UNIFORM

Uniforms are required for Lifetime Fitness (formerly known as PE 1-2) students, but they are not provided through district resources. This fee helps to cover the cost of PE T-Shirt, Shorts, Workbook, and other supplies.

CLASS DONATIONS

If you prefer to give directly to a classroom or department, you will find them listed here. You can expect further communications from your student's teachers at Back-to-School Night on September 18th from 6-8:30 PM.

Whether it’s staff in the classroom, office, cafeteria, health room or athletics, we care about your students and continue to be humbled by your support.

With gratitude,

Grant High School

GO GENERALS!

Student participation at sporting events and dances is highly encouraged and celebrated at Grant High School. To make attendance easier for our students, we offer an annual Associated Student Body (ASB) Sticker for $30 that provides for this school year:

• Free & Fast Admission to Homecoming Game/Dance
• Free & Fast Admission to Home Games (regular season only)
• Discounts to future dances

What are the benefits?

If your student plans to attend dances or any home games, the ASB sticker will save both money and time with a quick flash of their ID for admittance to games! All proceeds are used to support: student activities, classroom supplies and equipment, events, and students experiencing financial hardship.

Where can I purchase one for my student?

Purchase the 24/25 ASB sticker online and then we will have time during lunch and after school for your student to have it added to their brand-new GHS Student ID. To purchase in-person, you can also send your student in with cash or check.

Winter Sports Registration is OPEN!! We offer Wrestling (Boys and Girls), Swimming (Boys and Girls), Boys Basketball and Girls Basketball. Head to our athletics website www.grantathletics.com click the clearance tab to find the link to FamilyID and a link to the sports physical form. All student-athletes must be registered in FamilyID and have a valid sports physical (good for 2 years from exam date and must be on current physical form updated in 2023) to be cleaned by our office and able to participate on the first day November 18th. For registration questions please contact the athletic office.

For Winter Sports Preseason Questions please contact the program head coaches

Wrestling - Warren McPherson wmcpherson@pps.net

Swimming - Raina Schutz raschutz@pps.net

Boys Basketball - Sean Brownhill sbrownhill@pps.net

Girls Basketball - Mary Beth Snell msnell@pps.net

OSAA Playoffs are fast approaching! Match-ups for Volleyball and Boys and Girls Soccer will be set later this week. More information will be sent out regarding those contests.

Week of October 28th

Tuesday October 29th

JV2 Girls Soccer @ Jefferson 7pm

Water Polo v Hood River Valley @ Mt. Hood Aquatic Center

Wednesday October 30th

Rd 1 Volleyball OSAA Playoffs

Cross Country District Meet @ Lents Park 3pm

Thursday October 31st

JV2 Football @ Roosevelt 4pm

Friday November 1st

Football v Roosevelt @ Marshall Campus 7pm

Saturday November 2nd

Rd 1 Boys and Girls Soccer OSAA Playoffs

Rd 2 Volleyball OSAA Playoffs

Registration is now open for the NE PDX Snowboard Team!!! If you are interested in joining the team, get your information sent it by November 8th. Please visit the website for more information: NE PDX SNOWBOARD TEAM - REGISTRATION

UPCOMING EVENTS

Virtual Scholarship Writing Workshops: Mondays & Thursdays in October, 4:00 to 6:00 PM

Scholarship Coach, Marshawna Williams, is hosting virtual workshops on Mondays and Thursdays throughout the month of October. Attendees will learn tips and tricks to find money for college, how to write one essay for all scholarships, and enter to win a laptop and other prizes. Register online!

NACAC National College Fair - Portland: Sunday, October 27th, and Monday, October 28th at the Oregon Convention Center

Connect with colleges from across the US and beyond. Free and open to the public, NACAC fairs connect you with colleges and universities in one convenient location.

West Point Admissions Information Session: Monday, October 28th at 6:00 pm at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, OR

The United States Military Academy at West Point offers unique educational opportunities and leadership development. At this session, we'll provide valuable insights into:

• How a West Point education can empower students to become leaders of character, equipped with the skills and values to excel in any field.

• The application process and key factors for student success.

• The support available to ensure students' academic and personal growth.

• This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about West Point's commitment to academic excellence, character development, and service to our nation.

Coalition for College Event - Completing the FAFSA: Tuesday, December 3rd at 5:00 PM

Not sure where to begin with the FAFSA? Confused by the process or unfamiliar with certain terms? In this session, admissions and financial aid experts from Coalition schools will share tips to better prepare you to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Bring along your questions and get answers to confidently fill out the FAFSA. Featuring admissions and financial aid counselors from Berea College, Bowdoin College, and Northwestern University.

Free College Essay Online Workshops for Grant Students: Access until December 31st

We're excited to be partnering with College Essay Guy this year to offer students a number of useful college application resources, including virtual workshops on how to write personal statements. The How to Write A Personal Statement Boot Camp, The College Application + Supplemental Essays Crash Course, and the How to Answer the UC Personal Insight Questions Crash Course sessions were recorded and students can access the recordings until December 31st.

How to register & access resources/recordings:

1. Go to this registration page: https://www.collegeessayguy.com/sub-ceg-live-students.

2. Enter your name and email, and select Grant High School from the School/Organization list.

3. You’re done! Put the dates and times in your calendar, and keep an eye on your email with the next steps and instructions for the assignments to complete and how to join the live events.

4. Contact Ms. Snell, GH College Coordinator, at msnell@pps.net with any questions.

COLLEGE VISITS

We host several college visits per week at Grant. If students are going to miss class time to attend a visit, we recommend that they speak with their teacher in advance. They can also come to the College & Career Center to pick up a pass to attend the visit. The most updated list of visits is in MaiaLearning, where students can view and register for all upcoming college visits Under Events. Any students planning to attend a visit can RSVP in MaiaLearning -> Events -> Actions -> Attend.

• University of Washington: Monday, 10/28/2024 at 3:00 PM in the South Forum

• Indiana University-Bloomington: Monday, 10/28/2024 at 3:00 PM in the College & Career Center

• St Olaf College: Tuesday, 10/29/2024 at 11:41 AM in the College & Career Center

• DePaul University: Tuesday, 10/29/2024 at 3:00 PM in the College & Career Center

• Scripps College: Wednesday, 10/30/2024 at 12:03 PM in the College & Career Center

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute: Wednesday, 10/30/2024 at 3:00 PM in the College & Career Center

• Pitzer College: Wednesday, 10/30/2024 at 3:10 PM in the South Forum

• University of Manchester: Thursday, 10/31/2024 at 12:03 PM in the College & Career Center

• Saint Mary's College of California: Thursday, 10/31/2024 at 3:00 PM

SCHOLARSHIPS

We encourage students to start looking for scholarships now! The College & Career Center website has a running list of featured scholarships, as well as resources for finding additional scholarships. Below are a few scholarships with upcoming deadlines:

• NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award: Deadline October 29th at 11:59 PM

• U.S. Bank Student Scholarship: Deadline October 30th

• American Culinary Federation Scholarships: Deadline October 31st

• Great Clips Scholarship: Deadline October 31st

• The Skanner Foundation Scholarship: Deadline November 1st

• Pettable Mental Health Importance Scholarship: Deadline November 1st

• Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards: Deadline: November 3rd

• Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship: Deadline November 5th

• Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship: Deadline November 12th at 11:59 pm

• Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship: Deadline November 15th

• HeySunday Laundry Detergent Sheets Eco-Warrior Scholarship: Deadline November 20th

• Learner’s Tutoring Annual Women in STEM Scholarship: Deadline November 20th

• Common App Scholarship: Deadline November 30th

• Otto Memorial Scholarship: Deadline November 30th

• PrimePutt Putting Mat Women in Golf Annual Scholarship: Deadline December 1st

Career Exploration, Key Volunteer Opportunity and Paying Jobs

1. Hot off the press! These awesome Career Days offered the the Portland Workforce Alliance:

• Thursday, November 7, 2024: Under Armour Mini Career Day
• Friday, Nov. 8, 2024: Portland Fashion Career Day
• Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024: Navex Career Day (new)
• Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024: Workday Career Day (new)

2. And still time to sign up for these Career Days with the ProvidenceReady Program:

- Surgical Tech - November 6, 9am to 12 pm - Providence St. Vincent Medical Center

- Lab & Pathology - December 10th, 9am to 12pm - Providence Portland Medical Center

- Respiratory Therapy - December 18, 9am to 12pm - Providence St. Vincent

Sign up per the above link. Note that when you sign up you are taking a spot and committing to attend. If you need to cancel, do it ahead of time so students on the waiting list can take your spot. Please do not be a "no-show". Questions, email Ms. Kokes at mkokes@pps.net.

2. Career Mentorships:

NEW! OHSU's Dental Explorers Program - apply now! Deadline is November 7th.

OHSU's Partnership for Scientific Inquiry - 50-55 spots available in this program for students interested in medicine and/or scientific research. Deadline to apply: November 24th. Teacher recommendation required.

Environmental Internships for Black and Brown Students: Tappin Roots seeks to train the next generation of environmental and commnity leaders using storytelling, mentorship, career exploration, place-based learning and healing practices. Monthly workshops lead to a summer internship. Potential to earn up to $4,000. Recruiting now! Deadline to apply is Monday, October 28th, 2024. More information and access to application in link above.

PWA Youth Impact Council (paid leadership opportunity, rolling deadline): The nonprofit Portland Workforce Alliance is seeking high school students grades 10-12 to join its Youth Impact Council for 2024-25. Students will serve as advisory peer leaders while also building relationships and serving the community. Students will have the opportunity to be a voice for their fellow students while learning leadership and career readiness skills from professionals. Applications are OPEN! Learn more here.

ACE Mentor Program (free after-school career mentorship, apply by Nov. 12 deadline for the Jan-May 2025 program): The ACE program is open to juniors and seniors (and sophomores as space is available) who are interested in architecture, construction management, the trades and engineering. The local program serves 150 students per year and relies on 100 volunteer mentors, all professionals in their fields, to coach students in a hands-on, team-oriented project. Teams meet weekly between January and May. Students in the program have access to great opportunities for scholarships and work experiences. Applications are OPEN! Learn more here. Note there is a Family Information Night on October 29th at Shattuck Hall, the PSU School of Architecture.

3. Volunteer in the Cafeteria - we are still looking for students to help out with lunch in the cafeteria. It's a great chance to help your community (lessen the long lunch lines!), earn 1/2 of an elective credit, get some volunteer experience, mark off a CRLE (Career Related Learning Experience) and gain experience to put on your resume and that could help you get a job in a restaurant! If interested, email Ms. Kokes at mkokes@pps.net or stop by the College and Career Center, Room 128, south side of the building.

4. Looking for a paying job?

a) Seasonal Jobs in 2024! Here’s Who’s Hiring This Holiday Season. This is a helpful link focusing in on the major national chain stores (ages 16+) and employers like FedEx and UPS (18+) who are staffing up for the holidays. You might also check with our larger local retailers like grocery stores and department stores to see if they need holiday help. Now is the time!

b) Crumbl is hiring for their new store on N. Williams. Opening November 9th. If interested, email Owner Max Rompa@or.cascadestation@crumble.com - tell him you go to Grant High School, are looking for a paying job, excel at customer service and would love to come in for an interview.

PORTLAND BOOK FESTIVAL - Saturday, November 2nd

The Portland Book Festival is a daylong event that features author discussions, pop-up readings, and writing workshops for youth. The event will take place at the Portland Art Museum and neighboring venues in downtown Portland on Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Students can stop by the library to pick up a FREE WRISTBAND!

● Thank you to the 409 families that have made Grant PTA your Fred Meyer Community Rewards beneficiary. If you have not already done so, please consider clicking the link below and signing up (even if you don’t want to become a PTA member you can still designate us to receive this funding).

This WILL NOT affect your regular rewards and fuel points — you still get to keep them. These are additional funds available to local charities, but if you do not designate a charity, that money will not go to anyone! Thank you!

https://www.fredmeyer.com/i/community/community-rewards Our nonprofit number is UR833.

● Next PTA General Meeting: Is there a topic you want to learn more about at Grant? We need ideas for the theme of our next General Meeting on November 12 @ 6:30 in the Library. Email suggestions to: grantptaboard@gmail.com.

● Thank you and Consider Signing Up Another Family Member!

PTA membership must be renewed each school year. We now have 114 members and getting closer to our goal of 175 members for this school year. Your membership dollars go right back into the school in the form of teacher appreciation and classroom grants. With your membership dollars we can do even more, so please visit https://www.oregonpta.org/membership and choose Grant HS in the dropdown box or use this convenient QR code:

TEACHER APPRECIATION

TEACHER/CLASSROOM GRANTS

We welcomed back teachers to school during a professional development day with a pizza and salad lunch.

We have already awarded six grants to programs in the school:

● Grant Magazine,

● the Culinary Program,

● 9th Grade Writer’s Workshop,

● ISC Special Education,

● the Leadership Class and the

● 4Star Hunger Project.

Up next is a Winter Breakfast

Hello Grant High School Seniors and Families of Seniors,

Here are the requirements and deadline for Senior Photo Submissions! We reserve the right to decline any photo submissions. Early submissions will have an opportunity to resubmit if declined. Questions? Please contact us at ybgranthigh@gmail.com.

DEADLINE FOR SENIOR PHOTO SUBMISSIONS IS NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Senior portrait photos must comply with the following specifications and restrictions and must be submitted digitally. Please take these photo specifications to your photographer so that you will have the correct pose and background for the senior portrait section of the yearbook.

Specifications

- Photo may be color or black and white

- Minimum dimensions: 2" tall x 1.5" wide (update: minimum 2.25”x1.75” is best)

-Portrait or full body photos accepted

- File format: JPEG or PNG

- Resolution: 300 ppi

Restrictions

- No selfies

- High quality cell phone photos are now acceptable.

- Cell phone photos must be high resolution and comply with all other requirements.

- No low resolution photos

- No distracting or inappropriate backgrounds

- No hats or sunglasses

- No outfits that do not follow the PPS dress code

Link to submit Senior Portraits

Specifications

- Photo may be color or black and white

- Minimum dimensions: 2" tall x 1.5" wide (update: minimum 2.25”x1.75” is best)

-Portrait or full body photos accepted

- File format: JPEG or PNG

- Resolution: 300 ppi

In This Together is a program that supports children, teens and their families who have experienced the death of someone close to them.. This group starts October 8th. Please see the flyer for more information.

The purpose of this communication is to alert families about a troubling pattern of online cyber abuse, which targets youth aged 14-18, particularly males, referred to as Sextortion. Sextortion occurs when someone is coerced into sending explicit images and once those images are received, they are used to threaten and extort (usually for money). In most cases, the teen believes they are exchanging the images with a teen of a similar age - this is part of the scam. Recently, federal law enforcement warned schools to be on the lookout for warning signs so that we may have the opportunity to intervene in potentially dangerous situations before things go too far. Last week, Hulu released a powerful documentary called IMPACT X Nightline: Sextortion that serves as an urgent warning and call to action for parents. While we recommend the film, we do so with caution as teen suicide is discussed throughout - please take care when watching. Included here are links to information, tips, and resources we’ve gathered about protecting teens from harm by online predators. We hope it will encourage conversation at home and between teens within their peer groups. As always, we welcome your feedback. Report concerns to Safe Oregon using any of the following methods.

The Grant High School health room is located in room 197 near the main entrance. Please stop by, the health room staff will be happy to assist you.

School Nurse: Tegan Leipzig, RN, NCSN

Email: tleipzig@pps.net

Phone Number: 503-916-5160 x85197 (or option 5 in the phone menu)

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7:45am-3:45pm

School Nurse Website: https://www.pps.net/domain/4179

The school nurse works in the building every day and can assist students with any health needs or accommodations that are necessary to safely participate in school. Please contact your School Nurse if your student has a health condition that may require care during the school day.

School Health Assistant: Ty Harrell

Email: tharrell@mesd.k12.or.us

Phone number: 503-916-5160 x85190

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-3:30pm

The School Health Assistant works in the health room every day to assist students with their daily health needs. They are considered an unregulated assistive person (UAP), which means they do not have health-related licensure or certification. They provide care for ill and injured students, and administer medications. At the direction of the RN, the SHA performs interventions and delegated nursing procedures within the student's individualized health plan. Parents may be contacted by the School Health Assistant if their student becomes ill or injured during the school day.

Both the Upper and Lower Commons are serving lunch. The cold options and pizza are now served in the Lower Commons while the burrito bar and the daily entree are served in the Upper Commons.

Portland Public Schools Nutrition Services is happy to announce all students will be able to enjoy breakfast and lunch at no charge for the 2024-25 school year. This opportunity is made possible in part by the expansion of federal eligibility and additional funds allocated by the state’s Student Success Act.

Breakfast includes an entrée, choice of fruit, and milk. Lunch includes a choice of entrée, milk, and unlimited fruits and vegetables. Students must choose at least three foods, with one food being at least a 1/2 cup of fruit and/or a vegetable.

Due to this change in services, our kitchen teams will no longer be able to take cash or check payments. If students bring their lunch from home and want milk, they must may choose two other foods – such as a fruit and vegetable – at no charge. Milk can no longer be purchased separately.

A few more clarifications:

• Families do not need to submit a free and reduced-price meal application. All PPS students are automatically enrolled in this program.

• If you have questions about your student’s meal account, please visit our webpage for more information or contact our department for further support.

• This change has no impact on Title I funding.

Access to nutritious meals is a crucial component of student success and well-being, and we are thrilled to be able to take advantage of this opportunity on behalf of our students.

The Portland Public Schools contractor Western Exterminator Company will be setting out rodent bait stations to a limited part of your campus. This letter is to inform you of this event and provide you with the proper notification as stated in the PPS Integrated Pest Management Plan, ORS 634.740(3).

Date of Application: 8/30/2024 - 12/30/2024

Target pest: Rodents

Location description: Along the school building and around dumpsters.

What prompted Application: Rodent activity

Chemical Description: Bell Laboratories Inc.

Fast Trac All Weather Blox

CAS# 63333-35-7

All products that we apply have been approved for use in Oregon school grounds by the State of Oregon. This state wide approval is based on the “low impact” characteristics of the product as designated by the US Environmental Protection Agency.

Bell Schedule/School Calendar

Canvas Pairing Help

GHS Website

GHS Staff Roster

PPS Communications Tool

PPS District Calendar 2022-2023

Student Store Online Shopping