Principal's Corner
Dear Godwin Heights Families,
We had another great week at school, filled with growth and learning! Next week brings an exciting opportunity for students to show their school spirit as we kick off Red Ribbon Week. This annual event is a chance for students to unite in making a positive commitment to living a life free of drugs and alcohol.
As always, regular attendance is key to student success, and we ask that you help your student be prepared each day—especially with their Chromebook, fully charged and ready for learning.
We’re also continuing to offer additional academic support, with morning sessions from 7:05 to 7:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays during breakfast time, as well as after-school tutoring. Please encourage your child to take advantage of these resources if they need extra help. Students can easily sign up with their teachers.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to another successful week ahead!
Yearbook Cover Competition - Deadline Friday!
Our Yearbook Cover Competition is coming to a close.
Submission Deadline: This Friday, November 1st, by the end of the school day.
Voting will take place that weekend through the newsletter sent out Sunday evening, November 3rd. Results will be revealed in the following newsletter, Sunday, November 10th.
How to Submit:
- In person at the front office to Ms. Yoder.
- Digitally to susie.yoder@godwinschools.org
Rules:
- Your artwork should include all three of these elements:
- Godwin Heights Middle School
- Nautical theme (related sailing or sailors) and/or anchor
- Elements of what ANCHOR stands for ( This year, the theme is “ANCHORed In Achievement.")
- Academic: Challenging students to do their best.
- Nurturing: Making sure every student feels valued.
- Committed: Persevering in helping every student succeed.
- Hard Work: Encouraging determination and celebrating achievements.
- Opportunity: Helping students find and develop their talents.
- Resilience: Preparing students to overcome challenges.
- Do not work on this during class time (unless your teacher gives you permission).
- You can use drawings, photos, digital art, and more. The cover size is 11 inches by 8.5 inches.
- All work must be original. Don’t use copyrighted images or materials, such as:
- Words and illustrations from books
- Stories, characters, and music from movies and TV shows
- Songs and their lyrics
- Paintings, drawings, and sculptures by other artists
- Photos taken by other photographers
- Content from websites, including text, images, and videos
Tips for Success:
- Cover the whole paper with color - don't leave many blank spots.
- Make your designs LARGE - don't draw or write small - write & draw BIG!
Good luck, and let your creativity shine!
After School Tutoring Information
Tutoring is available right after school until 3:15 PM on regular school days. On Early Release Days, tutoring runs from dismissal until 2:00 PM.
How to Sign Up:
- Students can sign up for tutoring during their advisory period.
- You may call the office to request your student to stay after.
Please note, only students who are signed up will be able to attend tutoring, and if they sign up, they are expected to stay.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mr. Durga at durga@godwinschools.org.
Mobile Food Pantry
Godwin Heights Public Schools proudly partners with Feeding America West Michigan which provide mobile food truck pantries to our school district once a month. These distributions are at 4:45 pm in front of the high school on these dates:
Wednesday, November 13
Tuesday, December 3
If you have your own bags, please bring them!
Front Office Email: susie.yoder@godwinschools.org
Español: dolores.perez@godwinschools.org
Location: 100 Wexford St SE, Wyoming, MI, USA
Phone: 616-252-2070