Grand Blanc High School

11/3 - GBHS Marching Band Friends & Family Performance

11/5 - Daylight Savings Time

11/7 - Election Day (No School)

11/8 - Bobcat Time

11/16-18 - GBHS Theater Performs The 39 Steps

11/22-24 - Thanksgiving Recess (No School)

11/29 - GBHS Winter Band Concert 7pm

12/6 - Choir Winter Concert 7pm

12/8 - Half Day

12/20-29 - Winter Recess

1/3 - School Resumes

1/9 - Grand Blanc Pep Band Primetime Performance

1/15 - No School MLK Day

1/17-19 - Midterm Exams Half Days

1/19 - End of 1st Semester

1/22 - Records Day No School

1/27 - Final Yearbook Sales with Personalization

1/27 - Final Deadline for Senior Ads (all materials due)

1/31 - FAFSA Night

GBHS Bobcats-

I hope this message finds you well as we transition into the crisp and colorful month of November. This time of transition outside is also a time of transition in the hallways and classrooms of our high school. Our first marking period has come to a close and students should have a clear understanding of how they are performing in each of their classes. If the performance is not at a level they would like, I encourage them to work with their teacher and counselor to develop a plan that will provide them with the extra support necessary to improve their outcomes. Additionally, the change in weather will require our students to adjust their morning routines. Being on time to school is important and the dark mornings cause a slower arrival to campus. We are seeing an increase in student tardiness to school and I encourage you to work with your student to make the necessary changes to make arrival to school on time a priority.

Finally, we are getting close to having access to a second crossing path as construction on the Frank is nearing completion with the installation of the new track. I am aware that the past year has proved challenging with only one crossing path and we all look forward to increased space a return to two paths will provide our students. I am grateful for the patience and understanding our students have shown and know that our new facilities outside will be worth the wait!

Go Bobcats!

Mr. Fray – Principal GBHS

Are you a student looking for ways to get more involved at GBHS? Please take a look at our many exciting and active clubs. There is definitely something for everyone!

See the link below for information and club contacts.

GBHS Theater Program presents

The 39 Steps

November 16, 17, & 18, 7:00pm

In The 39 Steps, a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she’s a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, a mysterious organization called “The 39 Steps” is hot on the man’s trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying finale! A riotous blend of virtuoso performances and wildly inventive stagecraft, The 39 Steps amounts to an unforgettable evening of pure pleasure!

Save the dates and be on the lookout for further instructions for purchasing your tickets.

Grand Blanc High School, in partnership with the University of Michigan-Flint, opened the Grand Blanc Early College (GBEC) during the 2015-2016 school year. This exclusive opportunity is available to Grand Blanc High School students entering Junior status. Students who choose to participate in this unique opportunity will commit to a five year high school and college experience. At the completion of the program, students have the ability to earn 48+ college credits!

Recruitment for the early college program will be beginning soon! An email will be sent to eligible 10th grade students the week of November 6th, with a 3.0 or higher GPA. All information will be included in that communication. You can also visit our website for more information! https://www.gbcs.org/Page/3344

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Clark at sclark2@gbcs.org!

FISH of Grand Blanc is currently gearing up for a busy holiday season. Follow the links to more information regarding FEED THE BUS and SPONSORING A FAMILY FOR CHRISTMAS. These are both great opportunities to give back to the Grand Blanc Community.

2023 HOLIDAY EVENTS CALENDAR / 2023 FISH SPONSOR PACKET

FINANCIAL AID 101

MONEY FOR COLLEGE
SCHEDULED JANUARY 31, 2024, 5:30PM & 7:00pm
High School East Campus, Room 502

COMPLETE THE FAFSA & LEARN ABOUT

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORUNITIES LINK TO FLYER WITH DETAILS

College Application Process

Seniors are encouraged to continue completing their college applications on-line. It is an honor for a staff member to be asked to write a letter of recommendation and they want to do a good job in representing you to the college of your choice. Please ask well in advance (7-10 days) of the deadline. Thank you!

Scholarships

A list of scholarships is available in the senior documents file on the high school webpage. The list is updated every few weeks. Be sure to check out what opportunities are available for getting money for college!

NCAA/NAIA Registration

Seniors who plan to play Division I or Division II college sports need to register with the NCAA Clearinghouse online at www.eligibilitycenter.org. Please visit the website or see your counselor with any questions.

Dual Enrollment

We have now started the dual enrollment process for second semester. College classes will be closing quickly! If your student is interested in this opportunity, please have them contact Mrs. Kernen in the Counseling Office as soon as possible.

Credit Recovery

Any students who are behind on credit have an opportunity to catch up through the Credit Recovery program. To sign up for Credit Recovery, see your counselor.

A-D Nicole LaFleur (810)-591-6652

E-I Betsy Wambaugh (810)-591-6680

J-M Nicole Kernen (810)-591-6651

N-SK Courtney Wood (810)-591-6929

SL-Z Susan Shaw (810)-591-6648

CSS, BVL Becky Adrianse (810)-591-6382

Early College Sarah Clark (810)-591-6336

Special Ed Bethany Jackson (810)-591-6035

CLASS OF 2024 - Thank you to the 300 seniors who have placed your order for your cap & gown. For those who haven't placed your order - The time is now! Prices will go up second semester. Follow the link to the Jostens website and watch a short video about all the graduation products available. Then continue to the sight to place your order.

• Jostens provides cap & gowns, class rings, graduation announcements, and senior spirit wear.
• The only required item for graduation is the cap & gown set. Order your cap & gown now to get the best price (cost will go up at the end of January)
• Last year, Grand Blanc introduced a beautiful new graduation gown. This gown must be worn by all seniors attending graduation. Older sibling gowns, prior to last year, cannot be worn.

Link to Letter from Principal Fray - explaining gown ordering

Link to Jostens Video introducing products available for order.

Link to Cap & Gown Ordering

REPEATED (BUT STILL RELEVENT) INFORMATION BEYOND THIS POINT.

The sophomore year of high school is the optimal time to order a class ring. Students can wear it proudly for the remainder of their high school years. Follow the link below to watch a short video and then browse the many styles of class rings available through Jostens.

Link to Jostens Class Ring Video

We encourage open conversations with your student about the health impacts of vaping as a preventative measure. Youth are being exposed to these products at a very young age and our hope is to arm students and parents with information so they are ready to say NO to vaping.

LINK TO INFORMATIONON HEALTH IMPACTS OF VAPING

Beginning second semester January 2024, all OVERDUE textbooks, library materials, and fines must be returned or replacement fees paid before any more materials are checked out to any Grand Blanc High School students.

Fines can be paid through SchoolPay, or in the library with cash/card.

Overdue materials include:

• Textbooks from a previous year

• English novels from a previous year

• Calculators from a previous year

• Overdue library books/fees

• Any other outstanding fines

This DOES NOT include:

• Current year textbooks

• Current year English novels

• Current year calculators

• Library books not yet due

Your student may log into their Destiny account via the GBCS drop down menu to view items in their account.

Items Out are current library items that they have checked out (including their chromebooks).

Textbooks are current textbooks and calculators that are checked out.

Fines are overdue items, fines, and items purchased from the library that still need to be paid. To find out details about these items, hover the mouse over the icon next to the item in the reason column.

• If an item shows as lost and the student still has the item, the fine will automatically be removed if the item is returned.

• Overdue textbooks will not incur any late fees.

• Overdue library books are charged $.10/day to a $5 maximum.

If you have any questions about checkouts or fines, please contact the library at 591-6666.

Available to all GBHS students

$25 buys a sticker that goes on the back of the student ID.

Entry to all high school home games for the entire school year!

WHAT A DEAL!!

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT OUR GRAND BLANC ATHLETICS WEBSITE.

GBHS has an online program to sign up for lockers. They are NOT automatically assigned to everyone.

1. One locker per student (Either East or West campus). Once you sign up you can’t change, so please choose wisely.

2. If you have another program that assigns you certain

lockers,(ie. Band, CSS, Woods) do not sign up for one with this

program.

3. The program will be open to students starting August 16,

2023.

4. Save this web address on your device as it will be the way to get

your combination should you forget it.

5. Locker sign-up is optional. Students may opt not to sign up for a locker and simply carry their books/supplies throughout the day.

6. Username and password are both student's six digit ID.

LOCKER SIGN-UP LINK

Bobcat Time is held every other Wednesday for approximately 30 minutes and includes lessons focused on character education and social emotional learning. This program will continue this year with a renewed focus on the 24 Positivity Project Character strengths. All students will engage in the same activities as they will be designed to align to the happenings at the school during that time. Our hope for this time is to continue to develop a stronger community in our classrooms and hallways, while also promoting behaviors that increase student success.

College & Career Resource for the Class of 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027

All students are required to join their grade-specific Google Classroom. Students - Please verify that you are in your grade-specific classroom. This will be used to communicate resources and assignments for your EDPs, resumes, Junior interviews, and other important information.

Class of 2024 Google Classroom

Class of 2025 Google Classroom

Class of 2026 Google Classroom

Class of 2027 Google Classroom

Parents of Seniors - would you like your senior's final high school yearbook to be extra special? Celebrate your senior with a personalized yearbook ad! Take this opportunity to express a heartfelt message of how proud you are of your senior and share your favorite candid photo!

BIG NEWS - FREE BREAKFASTS & LUNCH FOR ALL STUDENTS FOR 2023-24!

ALL FAMILIES MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE FORM.

PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINKS TO THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS EXPLAINING THE DETAILS.

Free Meals Flyer

Free Meals Q & A

Interested in Substitute Teaching - contact www.EDUStaff.org. Subbing requires 60 college credits. The current district base rate, paid through EduStaff, is $95 per day plus bonus plan. See our website for details. https://www.gbcs.org/Page/3146

To be a substitute Paraprofessional, Clerical, Noon Hour, Kitchen Help, Bus driver, or bus aide - contact Century Temps at (810) 695-1606 or centemps@aol.com