GHS school pictures will take place next week. To help maintain social distancing, we will spread out our school pictures over two days in the varsity gym. Students will go with their English classes to the gym for photos, according to this schedule:

GHS students with the following English teachers will pose on Tuesday, August 25:

Mrs. Bonham

Mr. Campbell

Mrs. Grider

Mrs. Smithey

Mrs. Hanek-Williams

GHS students with the following English teachers will pose on Wednesday, August 26:

Mrs. Allen

Mrs. Cinnamon

Mrs. Kendall

Mrs. Senac

Mr. Williams

Special Education teachers will select either day and should inform their students’ parents when those pictures will take place.

All remote learners will pose after school on August 25. Letters detailing the school picture process for remote learners went out in the mail last Friday. You should receive your letter soon if you haven’t already received it. The remote learner schedule for August 25 only will be:

2:30 – 3:45 p.m.        Last Names A – J    

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.        Last Names K – Z

All students in Grades 9-11 will receive school picture order forms in English class tomorrow. English teachers will have extra forms in their rooms, and extra forms will be available in the front office.

Seniors: Parents can order these school pictures for students in Grade 12, too, and their English teachers have forms available in class. Our Senior Portrait photography company is fine-tuning the plan for our special Senior Pictures. Please be patient; I will share info as soon as I have it. In the meantime, ensure your seniors look nice for next week’s regular school picture day because these photos taken will be used for their transcripts that employers, recruiters, college admission officers, scholarship committees, and other important people in their lives will see.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at droberts@gws.k12.in.us Continue reading

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Linked below is a copy of yesterday's school messenger about updated parking lot procedures.  You have done a great job in the parking lots so far...thanks so much!

Parking Lot Updates Continue reading

Linked below are instructions for parents on setting up a Canvas account:

Parent Instructions

How to Add Additional Students to a Parent Account Continue reading

Good evening. Just a reminder that school begins tomorrow at 7:30 am. All Students:  Please log into PowerSchool this evening or in the morning to view your schedule because there have been many changes since schedule pickup. Traditional/In-Person Student:  Please write down your locker combination to help tomorrow go well. Also, all drivers should allow extra time and show patience as we get everyone in and out of the school lots safely. Distance Learning Students: You should log into Canvas and each class to access the livestream link from home. If Canvas is not working, teachers should have emailed you the link. We hope you had a great summer and we look forward to seeing you in the morning! Continue reading

Parents/Guardians-

Thank you to all the students and families that have picked up your student computer or are bringing one from home (cannot be a cell phone) for the 2020-2021 school year.  Please bring those computers, fully-charged, on the first day of school.  For those of you who still need a device and have not picked one up:

*Traditional, In-Person Students:  You will receive your computer during the first day of school.  You are expected to then bring it, fully-charged, each day.

*Distance Learning Students:  The technology department will hold an in-person pick-up on Tuesday, August 4th, from 9 am to 12 pm inside the high school main entry.

Please remember, a cell phone cannot be used a student's device.  Thank you for your time and effort! Continue reading

Linked below is the freshman orientation video that was sent home via school messenger yesterday.  We're looking forward to the school year and we hope you are too!

Freshman Orientation Video Continue reading

The link for the 2020 GHS Graduation Livestream is below:

https://youtu.be/orT3S4PXM28

Thanks and congratulations to the Class of 2020! Continue reading

Good afternoon Parents and guardians of Greenwood High School students. This is a message from the nurse at the high school clinic. Please be advised there will be NO AM medications administered at school this school year due to COVID-19. These meds will need to be administered prior to arrival. If you have a student that takes a daily medication or emergency medication please call our clinic at 317-889-4014 to leave a message or speak with a nurse regarding arranging a time to drop off and sign for medications. The nurses will be present Monday July 20, Tuesday the 21^st and Wednesday the 22^nd, from 8am-11am and 12-3pm. We will have the parent/guardian call the clinic upon arrival and the nurse will meet you outside at your vehicle to pick up medication and fill out paperwork. If possible please bring a pen with you to sign for the medication being dropped off. Please feel free to contact the clinic (317-889-4014) with any questions or concerns you may have. Have a wonderful day! Continue reading

This is a reminder to all GHS students and families that the deadline to enroll in the distance learning option is this Friday, July 17th. If you plan to enroll in the distance learning program, contact Todd Garrison, Principal, at tgarrison@gws.k12.in.us. Please provide the name of the student, grade, and a working phone number. 

As indicated in our plan, there are several courses GHS will not be able to offer through distance learning. This list is subject to change. 

AP Chemistry

Art (2D, 3D)

Band

Cadet Teaching

Ceramics

Choir

Construction

Nutrition and Wellness (Foods I & II)

ICE/Co-op/Internships

PE, APC, Weights

Peer

Photography

Theatre (Theatre Arts, Advanced Theatre)

Yearbook

Lastly, students opting for the distance learning program will not be able to enroll in Central Nine (C9). All C9 programs are being taught "in-person" with no virtual option. Students enrolled in C9 must also report to GHS for classes. Thank you.  Continue reading

Senior students and parents.

We are excited to graduate the Class of 2020 this Friday evening, and we appreciate your support as we attempt to comply with the ever-changing restrictions on small and large gatherings. With that in mind, we have been required to make several changes to this Friday's ceremony. 

Linked below you will find an updated version of our commencement plan. Please read and be prepared to follow the changes. We cannot stress enough how fortunate we are to be able to bring this class together and allow at least three guests to be in attendance. We ask for your patience and compliance in executing our plan. 

Thank you, and we'll see you this Friday evening, on the football field, at 8:30pm. 

Graduation Updates

GHS Administration Continue reading

Parents/Guardians-

Please watch the linked video below for a follow-up on the GHS roadmap to re-entry in which we elaborate on ideas and address the questions we received regarding the roadmap.

Thank you for your time and all you do for your children and our school community!

GHS Roadmap Video

-GHS Administration Continue reading

A copy of yesterday's message from the District Technology Team:

As we prepare for next school year with COVID restrictions in place, we have to ensure every student has access to his/her own device at school and at home.  You have the option to rent a computer from the school corporation or bring your own (per specifications below).  If you choose to bring your own, you will receive a credit of $88 on your instructional fees.  Please submit the form below, once per student, to indicate your device access choice.  Thank you!

https://forms.gle/n5CShYPx2Be1gmbH6
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Welcome Greenwood Families

This is an exciting, yet challenging time in all of our lives, and we are well aware of the vast responsibility we have in helping your child to reach his/her potential both educationally (in-person and/or online) and socially. Hopefully, you have had a chance to read the Greenwood High School Roadmap that was emailed on 7/6/20. This roadmap was created to help you  understand how schools and families can work together during this unprecedented time. This year will not have the freshmen/new student orientation meeting instead we send a video with the relevant and important information later this month.

Registration Information

This year registration will take place entirely online beginning July 1. There will be computer access at the high school if you are in need of a computer. For students who live outside of our district and are not currently enrolled in Greenwood Schools, please complete the online Transfer/Non-Resident Student application. Upon registration, a minimum $50 payment will be required/accepted or you may pay your entire fee.   Payment may be made online through https://www.ezschoolpay.com.  There is a small service fee when using the online payment feature. We are requiring every student to have a computer/laptop/tablet (device) whether school issued or his/her personal device. Cell phones are NOT considered an approved device.  Visit our website to find registration forms along with other information that you may want to view before the first day of school: http://gws.k12.in.us.     

Schedule Pick-Up


10th, 11th and 12th graders:

         Schedule Pick-up

         Thursday, July 23rd 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

         Friday, July 24th   7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

9th graders:

         Schedule Pick-up and time to explore the building

Monday, July 27th 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Suggested Times for 9th graders: Last Name Beginning with: 

7:30 a.m.  - 8:45 a.m. A-G

9:00 a.m.  -10:15 a.m. H-Q

10:15 a.m. -11:30 a.m. R-Z

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. All

College Application Kick-Off (seniors only) 

12th grade students are invited to attend a College Application Kick-off from. This event will take place on Tuesday, July 28th from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at the High School in room LGI 1. Topics for the event will include College Applications, Requesting Transcripts, Financial Aid and Scholarships. The Lilly Endowment Scholarship application will open at the end July and this event is a wonderful opportunity to familiarize yourself with this amazing opportunity. Participants will be socially distanced and mask wearing is encouraged. This information will be made available electronically after the event takes place. Participants should register at  https://forms.gle/j6i8b1hCCotzq8Sk6 Continue reading

Hello GHS families. We hope everyone is enjoying your summer. To be brief, you will find the following information in this email:

1. GCSC (corporation) re-entry roadmap (attached)
2. GHS re-entry roadmap (attached)
3. Information regarding high school registration 

Roadmaps:

Items in the GHS plan are addendums to the GCSC plan, so please read both. Both roadmaps respond to IDOE recommendations and have been approved by our local health department. If you have any questions, please email Assistant Principal, Craig Bruns at cbruns@gws.k12.in.us by Wednesday, July 8th. We will respond to your questions with another communication on Friday, July 10th.  

Distance Learning:

The deadline to enroll in the distance learning option is July 17th. To enroll, please contact me at tgarrison@gws.k12.in.us by the 17th. Distance learning requires the following:

• Students must be present (live) each day, each period. Students not logged in live will be counted absent.
• Assignments, projects, and assessments will have strict deadlines, just like "in-person" school. 
• Once students begin distance learning, they will be required to remain in the program for the semester. 

In general, please note this is not the same learning environment students experienced in the spring. Feel free to email me if you have questions. 

HS Registration:

Tomorrow, July 7th, you will be receiving an email from GHS regarding registration. Please read as we have several changes.  

We know opinions vary vastly, so please understand we are doing our best to balance all factors when developing a safe plan. As Dr. DeKoninck has stated several times, all plans are subject to change.  

Thank you.  Continue reading

June 17, 2020

Greenwood Community High School will be celebrating the Class of 2020 with an indoor commencement to be held on July 17th at 7pm in the main gym. We are fortunate to bring the Class of 2020 together again, and we hope all available seniors plan to attend their graduation ceremony. In order for GHS (and all county schools) to be granted permission for a large group ceremony, the following safety guidelines must be enforced.  

Doors open: 6pm (ceremony begins at 7pm). Please follow social distancing while waiting to enter the building. 

Parking: Graduate parking will be located in the band parking lot area. 

Visitor parking will be located in the east parking lot (football stadium area). 

Entrance: Graduates will enter through Door 32E (only).

Visitors will enter through the Athletic Complex entrance (Door 31N only).

Student seating: Graduates will be properly spaced throughout the main floor adhering to proper distancing recommendations. One set of lower bleachers will be pushed in to allow for this accommodation. 

Visitor seating: Graduates will receive three tickets only for family, friends, etc. (visitors).  

• Visitors (3 per senior) will be seated in marked areas only. 
• School officials will ensure visitors are seated in designated areas.
• Please note there will be limited handicap seating available. 
• There will be no auditorium seating available.

Ceremony: Due to limited floor and bleacher space, presenters (chosen by each senior) will not be in attendance. All graduates will be handed a diploma cover by the principal. No hand shakes or hugs will be given. 

Post ceremony: Visitors must exit out the athletic complex entrance (same).

Graduates will exit out Door 32E (same).

Graduates and visitors will reunite in the parking lot, and we ask everyone to follow social distancing recommendations. 

Graduation Practice: Practice will take place Thursday, July 16th at 4pm (main gym). All visitor tickets (3 per senior) will be distributed at that time. Also, if you would like to ring the bell or have your picture taken with the bell, it will be available after our practice session. The bell will not be available at Friday night’s ceremony. 

This plan has been approved by the Johnson County Health Department, and your attendance will verify you understand and will follow these requirements. We understand there will be some frustrations with some of the accommodations; however, we hope everyone comes with a positive attitude and ready to celebrate our seniors. 

Lastly, the graduation ceremony will be live streamed so family members and friends can watch live from home. We will provide more details as we near July 17th. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact an administrator at 317-889-4000 Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to noon. Thank you. 

GHS Administration Continue reading

Friday, May 29 is the deadline for incoming sophomores and seniors to register for Summer School. Incoming sophomores may enroll in Health and Preparing for College and Career and Incoming seniors may enroll in government and economics. The registration information may be found on the Guidance Department Homepage or on the Class of 2021 and Class of 2023 Canvas pages under announcements. 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-sfI35RgpZOEJzJM7aOLvNP-GPD_0LO_Coc2fQV7EWA/edit?usp=sharing


Please contact Bill Ronk at bronk@gws.k12.in.us for assistance Continue reading

The GHS Main Office will be open from 8 am to noon Monday through Thursday during the month of June.  Please feel free to call 317-889-4000 if you have any questions.   Continue reading

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Below is the link to our GHS Honors Day 2020 Virtual Celebration.  We are so proud of all of the hard work, accomplishments, and achievements of our students!

Honors Day

Thanks for celebrating their successes with us virtually! Continue reading

Please join us tomorrow, May 19th at 4:00 for a virtual college planning event with INvestEd. The topic of the meeting will be "Financial Aid: Early awareness" and will cover topics like choosing the right major, searching for scholarships, and college financial aid.  

Meeting ID

meet.google.com/pdr-bnmq-jgh

Phone Numbers

(‪US‬)‪+1 516-261-2025‬

PIN: ‪774 438 819#‬

Please contact Lisa Laug at llaug@gws.k12.in.us with questions. Continue reading

The 2019-20 school year comes to an end this week. We can’t thank everyone enough for your willingness to work through our remote learning process. Thank you students for being active in your studies. Thank you parents for pushing your students and allowing them space and time to complete their school work. We also want to thank our teachers for all their preparation and willingness to continue the learning process for students. As we stated before, it wasn’t a perfect system, but we hope all students were able to learn new skills as they continue to learn in the future. Times are hard, and we can’t express enough how much we appreciate your cooperation.

The main purpose of this email is to communicate to you that GHS needs some items from students before the end of the week. Our school office is open today (Monday), Wednesday, and Friday from 8am-noon. Please read.

1. All students - please return all school textbooks and library books.
2. Seniors and students not returning to GHS - please return your computer and charge cord. All students grades 9-11 who are returning to GHS, you may keep your computer and charger for the reminder of the summer.
3. All students - please return all school issued calculators or other department issued items.
4. All students - please complete all teacher surveys this week. Your input is valuable as we prepare for future opportunities. 
5. Lastly, all students and parents, please complete the following survey - https://bbyt.es/9U2BR4RCQ. This survey is being sent to all stakeholders in the corporation. We appreciate your feedback. 

Thank you and enjoy your week. Continue reading