High School Weekly Update

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One of the most important lessons young people learn as they grow is that responsibility and consequences go hand in hand. As students mature, they gain the freedom to make more of their own decisions—how they manage their time, how they treat others, how much effort they put into their work. But with that freedom comes the reality that every choice carries a result. This isn’t a negative thing; rather, it is a fundamental part of personal growth. Learning to own both the successes and setbacks that come from our choices is what builds true responsibility and character.

As educators and parents, it can be tempting to shield students from the natural consequences of their decisions, whether it’s redoing a missed assignment for them, smoothing over a conflict, or making excuses on their behalf. While well-intentioned, this approach can unintentionally delay the development of personal accountability. When students experience the direct connection between their actions and outcomes—both positive and challenging—they gain the resilience and responsibility needed for adulthood. Our role is to support them, guide them, and help them reflect, but ultimately, responsibility means standing by our decisions and learning from them. After all, the most valuable lessons often come not from being rescued, but from navigating challenges with the confidence that we are capable of growth.

This past Friday, the Boys Swim Team won the 1A/2A Central Regional, and the Girls Swim Team were runners-up. We are so proud of Coach Yanz and his student athletes for this amazing accomplishment. The swim teams will be competing in the NCHSAA 1A/2A finals on Saturday at the Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary. Good luck, everyone!

Next Thursday is an Early Release Day for all students. The Middle School will dismiss at 11:40, and the High School schedule for that day is posted below. Please plan accordingly.

School will be closed on Friday, February 14 for a Teacher Workday and Monday, February 17 in recognition of Presidents' Day.

Join Pfeiffer University’s Friends of the Library for their Spring 2025 "Meet the Author" Luncheon on March 25, at 11:30 a.m. in Stokes Student Center’s Grady Board Room on the Misenheimer Campus. The luncheon speaker is Daniel Wallace, the J. Ross MacDonald Distinguished Professor of English at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is author of six novels, including Big Fish which was adapted and released as a movie in 2003. In 2013, the book and the movie were mish-mashed together and became a Broadway musical. His most recent novel, Extraordinary Adventures, was released in 2017. He has also written and illustrated a children’s book, The Cat’s Pajamas, in 2014 and published a memoir, This Isn’t Going to End Well, in 2023.

Tickets are $35 and on sale now. Seating is limited. If interested, please use the link to register.

https://www.pfeiffer.edu/calendar_event/meet-the-author-luncheon/

Click the link below to purchase tickets.

Prom 2025 tickets

This week's Knight of the Week is Piper Campbell. One of Piper's teachers wrote, "Piper is a student that goes above and beyond to learn and succeed. She attends Knight Time or comes before school to make sure she understands the material. She works hard during class and actively participates in the learning process. Piper is a pleasure to have in my class!"

Great job, Piper!

Be sure to check your email from Mrs. Ince for the link to the Senior Shout Out form. Submissions are due this Sunday at midnight!

Rising Seniors will now take place on Tuesday, February 18 at 8:25

Rising Juniors will now take place on Wednesday, February 19 at 8:25

Rising Sophomores will now take place on Thursday, February 20 from 9:25-10:20.

February 10-14

Monday Pasta (Meat or Alfredo Sauce), Garlic Bread, Salad Bar

Tuesday Southern BBQ, Mac & Cheese, Fruit, Salad Bar

Wednesday Beef or Chicken Tacos, Salad Bar

Thursday Early Release Day - No Lunch Served

Friday Teacher Workday

February 13 - Early Release Day

February 14 - Teacher Workday

February 17 - Presidents' Day

February 20 - Launch for Seniors

March 14 - ACT for Juniors; 9th, 10th, and 12th are virtual; Early Release Day for MS

March 17 - Teacher Workday, Senior Project Presentations

March 20 - Launch for Seniors

We're inviting Gray Stone students and staff to share their talents with the wider school community. Whether you're an actor, musician, singer, dancer, comedian, juggler, or...other, we'd love to see you perform at the Gray Stone Talent Show on Thursday, February 20, at 6 p.m.

Auditions will be held after school on Thursday and Friday, February 6 and 7. Performers, please see Mr. Hodges in room 101 this week for a registration form and an audition time.

Gray Stone would like to announce a test preparation opportunity for students. On Saturdays during the coming weeks, one of the school’s English teachers, Andrew Hodges, will lead a class in ACT and SAT preparation. Please see the attached letter or contact him for more information at ahodges@graystoneday.org.

High School Tours
We will also offer school tours and information sessions to prospective high school families. Click here to schedule a visit with one of our counselors.

The FAFSA Connects Students to Resources to Pay For College.

You read that right – the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open and ready for your students to apply. Colleges and universities use the FAFSA to determine how much financial aid students are eligible to receive, including grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans. Encourage your students to take time during their holiday break to get started!

The LANCE is a parent led organization that supports and enhances the existing programs of Gray Stone Day School. We work with the school, parents, teachers and community to support academics, athletics and social programs for the students and staff.

If you are interested in joining, please visit the Lance page on the GSDS website by clicking here.

General Meeting Schedule

Sep 3, 2024 6:30 PM
Dec 03, 2024 6:30 PM
Jan 7, 2025 6:30 PM
Mar 4, 2025 6:30 PM
May 6, 2025 6:30 PM

Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86941536323

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If you are interested in registering for Driver's Ed classes, please click here.

Gray Stone Day School is a regional school that provides a rigorous, college preparatory curriculum for students in grades 6 - 12. While developing strong character, students engage in highly challenging courses that will require them to work diligently in and out of the classroom. A high caliber teaching staff prepares a rigorous curriculum to prepare students for post-secondary opportunities.

Email: slisk@graystoneday.org
Website: graystoneday.org
Location: 49464 Merner Terrace, Misenheimer, NC, USA
Phone: 704-463-0567
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Twitter: @graystoneday