SGP Warrior Newsletter

• Financial Aid Workshop (CANCELLED) - Thursday, November 14th
• SGP Percussion Band at PASIC Percussion Convention - November 14-16
• Football Playoffs vs Lake Highlands - Friday, Nov 15th @Wildcat Ram Stadium (See Info)
• JV/Varsity Wrestling Tournament at Timber Creek HS - JV Boys Nov 15th and Varsity Nov16th
• Varsity Girls Basketball in Allen Hoopfest Tournament @Allen HS - November 14 - 16
• JV/Freshman Basketball in. Denton Braswell Tournament - November 14-16
• Boys Basketball in Noble Showcase Tournament at the Colony HS - November 15-16
• Last Day for Senior Yearbook Ads - Friday, November 15th (see Info below)
• Seniorsgiving Cookout - Wednesday, November 20th during lunches for GP United Charities
• Boys Soccer Mandatory Meeting - Wednesday, Nov 20th in L160 at 3:00pm
• Thanksgiving Break - November 25 - 29 (all GPISD schools/offices will be closed)
• Jostens Ring Ceremony - Tuesday, December 3rd at 6:00pm in the SGP Theatre
• Planetarium NIght Season of Lights (Spanish) - Wednesday, December 4th @ 6-7pm (see info)
• YES Conference for Young Women - Saturday, December 7th from 9am-12:30pm (see info)
• Success Saturday Support - December 14th from 8-11am in the Alex Building
• The Last Day of 1st Semester - Thursday, December 19th
• Winter Break - December 20 - January 3 (all GPISD schools/offices will be closed)
• Students will return from Winter Break on Tuesday, January 7, 2025
• MLK School Holiday - Monday, January 20 - All GPISD Schools/Offices will be closed
• Bad Weather Make Up Holiday - Monday, February 17th - All GPISD Schools/Offices closed
• Spring Break - March 17 - 21

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Here is some important information for you and anyone planning to attend the game at the stadium:

• Game: South Grand Prairie HS vs Lake Highland HS @ 7 pm

• Location: 9449 Church Road Dallas TX 75238
• Gates open at 6:00 P.M.
• We have a CLEAR BAG POLICY. Details are attached or click on the link : https://web.risd.org/athletics/wp-content/uploads/RISD-Clear-Bag-Policy.pdf
• Tickets can be purchased online only at https://richardsonisd.brushfire.com/playoffs/591638
• Tickets are ADULTS -$8/STUDENTS -$6 ***Tickets will go on sale on 11/10/2024 at 8 am***
• No outside food or drinks (including water bottles) allowed inside the stadium
• Stadium Policies - https://web.risd.org/athletics/event-policies/

We sent off the SGP Percussionist yesterday as they head to Indianapolis for the World’s Largest Percussion Convention. They are headed to PASIC which is the Percussive Arts Society International Convention. The SGP Percussion Ensemble placed 2nd at the International Percussion Ensemble Competition (IPEC) which got them the invite to PASIC. We are so Proud of you Warriors!

Yearbooks are currently on sale for $75 and the price will increase on Friday, November 15th!

Order your student a book before then atwww.jostensyearbooks.com

We will also be accepting cash payments on the landing on Wednesday November 13th- Friday November 15th. Attached is the order form for cash orders. We will also have paper copies available at the order table on those days!

Email crystal.garrett@gpisd.org with any question you have.

Seniors/Senior Parents:

The deadline to order Senior Recognition Ads is Friday, November 15th! Buy yours today before we run out of time or space! www.jostensyearbooks.com

Let's INTERACT & BE KIND as we collect as many toys as we can to help bring joy to children in our community for the holidays!!

Donate A New and Unwrapped Toy:

Nov. 1st - Dec. 4th

South Grand Prairie High School JROTC in the News! The Warrior Battalion Completed Service and Learning Project last week. Read all about it here: https://www.usarmyjrotc.com/south-grand-prairie-high-school-jrotc-warrior-battalion-completed-service-learning-project/

On Wednesday, November 20th, we hope that you'll join us for a yummy feast.

Donations will be much appreciated (see above for info). And of course, what's thanksgiving without a little competition?

Senior BOYS: we ask that you all bring shampoo, toothpaste & deodorant. Senior GIRLS: we ask that you bring conditioner, toothbrushes & feminine products.

Whichever team brings the most donations will receive bragging rights for their giving spirit for the rest of the year!

December 4, 6-7pm (Spanish) - Temporada de Luz

• Explora las razones por las que a los humanos nos fascina iluminar nuestras vidas durante las fiestas de diciembre. Es una exploración de los significados astronómicos que hay detrás de las tradiciones de la temporada, incluida la «Estrella sobre Belén».

• Season of Light explores the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. It's an exploration of the astronomical meanings behind seasonal traditions, including the "Star over Bethlehem".

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/december-hispanic-planetarium-night-tickets-988956283867

Link to district Planetarium Community Nights website.

https://www.gpisd.org/page/42364

• Students who attended last year can attend again this year. They should have gotten information already if their contact information is correct.
• Students who attend will receive a certificate for 4 hours of community service.
• The conference is for female students for grades 9-12.
• There will be no transportation provided.
• Breakfast & Lunch will be provided for the attendees.

https://grandprairieisd.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_82JFhrKCRSpdN4i

Next Date for SGP:

Monday, December 9th

Haircuts are on a First Come, First Cut basis!

VOE Request Form:

• 48 Hour Turnaround. NO EXCEPTIONS

• You must owe NO attendance hours

• Have NO Fines

• Must have passed your classes

PREVIOUS semester

Link to VOE Request: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12gW2xAyOzIRNAKE6PxmDFgFloj3PQRBOZNBE6rCzox8/viewform?edit_requested=true

Teacher Tutorial Times: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LnY_i4_ERE9wE1FeD9urAvReD_cOEzpxLfMVejMxbbw/edit?usp=sharing

Starting next Monday, Mr Reed will start assigning lockers to students during lunches. Alex Building students will have to check with admin during lunches to get permission to come to the main building. Students can scan the QR Code above to enter their information.

Please remind students they need the following....

• Locker Number and Hallway ( Tell them to take a picture of locker number)

• A combination lock (No key locks)

Please read carefully the following back to school information posted under SGP Announcements: https://www.gpisd.org/Page/79

https://www.gpisd.org/calendar#calendar1/20240802/month

If you plan to drop off and/or pick up your child from school, please see the traffic map. We need parents and students to pay careful attention to the traffic flow to make things run smoothly when dropping off and picking up students from school. Please make sure you plan extra time in the mornings to navigate through traffic until everyone is familiar with the SGP traffic routes. Pay careful attention to roads that are entrance only, exit only, and bus lane only. Students and visitors will enter and exit the building at the main entrance.

We want our Warriors dressed for success daily so please take a minute to review the GPISD dress code policy: https://www.gpisd.org/Page/48060

For replacement IDs (students will get them in the discipline office):

• 1st replacement is $1.00 after that IDs will be $4.00
• IDs must be worn everyday (visible around the neck area)

Backpack Requirements

• As part of Grand Prairie ISD’s ongoing efforts to enhance safety for students and staff members, clear/mesh backpack requirements will be in effect when the 2024-2025 school year begins. This decision is a preventive safety and security measure to ensure our campuses continue to be safe and productive learning environments.

Parking Permit documents to submit:

• Valid Driver’s License (Student’s Driver's License)
• Valid Proof of Insurance
• Completed Parking Permit Request Form (Permit will be updated soon)

Parking Permit application and more info:

https://www.gpisd.org/Domain/15148

No students will be allowed to park on campus without a parking permit.

Check out the Parent/Student Presentation 2024 on the website under announcements:

https://www.gpisd.org/Page/79

Below is also the information sheet we passed out during orientation.

Bus Locator: https://www.gpisd.org/Page/37019

If you need a VOE, please email your students attendance clerk 48 hours in advance to request the form. Thanks

Warrior Families,

Welcome Back!!!

We are excited to start back this school year. You will receive this newsletter weekly to be aware of what is happening at SGP. Also, make sure you are following us on social media. We are looking forward to a fantastic school year.

Larry Jones

Principal

South Grand Prairie High

Email: Larry.Jones@gpisd.org
Website: https://www.gpisd.org/Page/79
Location: 301 West Warrior Trail, Grand Prairie, TX, USA
Phone: 972-343-1500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SGPHSOfficial/
Twitter: @SGPHS