Blue Devil Bulletin

Grosse Pointe South's Weekly Communication 10/25/2024

COUNSELING INFORMATION SEE LINK BELOW:

ATHLETIC NEWS

Students and parents remember to pre purchase your tickets for the North/South Football game on 10/25/24. The student section will be in the endzone. In the event South wins, students will be able to rush the field after the handshake and after being released by the administrators. Anyone rushing the field prior to the administration releasing fans will be subject to removal from the game and disciplinary repercussions.

Winter Sports are just around the corner, make sure you have your physical and gold card ready for tryouts. See Mrs. Stovall in the athletic office with questions. Tryout Schedule

Athletic Schedules

Go Fan to purchase tickets for sporting events

There will be an option to purchase tickets at the gate via credit card.

Guidelines for safe attendance at GPPSS athletic events

Please reach out to Kristen Stovall with any questions, 313-432-3542

North/South Community Tailgate at North 5:00p to 7:00p - GAME STARTS AT 7:00PM

PARKING UPDATE: To help with parking, shuttle buses will be running between FERRY, Parcells and Barnes parking lots from 5pm until the game is over. Mason will NOT be available for parking.

PIANO WINDTET

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OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2024 - 12:00 TO 2:00

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As part of our ongoing commitment to the health and well-being of our students, we are pleased

to announce an exciting new initiative: a Student Success and Accountability Program at

Grosse Pointe South High School. This program is the result of a partnership between our

school, the Family Center of Grosse Pointe & Harper Woods, and Face Addiction Now (FAN),

an organization dedicated to raising awareness about substance use and addiction.

Our goal is to proactively educate and empower students to make informed, healthy decisions

about substance use. We understand that conversations about substance use can be difficult, but

they are essential. This program is designed not only to prevent substance use but also to create a

supportive environment where students feel empowered to make healthy choices and reach out

for help if needed.

The program will include:

 Educational Workshops: FAN will provide the evidence-based, age-appropriate

educational sessions that provide students with the latest information on the risks of

substance use, including alcohol, vaping, and other drugs.

 Resources for Families: The Family Center will offer ongoing support, including access

to educational materials, community services, and family counseling resources if needed.

Thank you for your partnership in supporting the health and safety of our students. We recognize

the importance of engaging parents and families in this process, as you play a crucial role in

supporting your child’s well-being and making sure they are equipped with the knowledge and

tools to navigate challenges they may face. Together, we can make a positive difference and help

our children grow up in a safe and healthy environment.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please feel free to contact Officer Jim

LaBeau at (586) 295-0153 or Labeauj@gpschools.org.

Sincerely,

Officer Jim LaBeau

PAYMENT FOR COLLEGE BOARD AP EXAMS

Parents of AP Students

Make sure to pay for your students' AP exam(s) prior to the 11/15/24 initial order deadline with College Board. The cost of each AP exam is $99. Payments received after the initial deadline will incur a $40 per exam late fee. Payment can be made:

1. Via the K12 Webstore which can be found on the GP South homepage. You can log in using your student's ID and DOB, add AP exams to your cart and check out electronically. Here is a link to the webstore:

https://www.gpschools.org/Page/956

2. Via a check or money order made out to Grosse Pointe South.

Checks and money orders can be dropped off with our AP Coordinator, Mr. Golabek, at his office in the Counseling Center. Please reach out to Mr. Golabek at golabeg@gpschools.org or at 313-432-3535 with any questions related to exam payment or the AP process.