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Dear Cowboy Community,

We're now a month into the semester and it's important that both students and parents/guardians are connected to PowerSchool. Beginning the week of February 23rd, you will be prompted to change your password when logging into PowerSchool.

Mrs. McDonald and Mrs. Cammack are sponsoring the Safe Space and LULAC clubs on a trip to Denver this weekend for the Youth Diversity Conference, sponsored by Cherry Creek High School. It's an annual trip that allows students to learn and network with others from across the state.

JV and Varsity basketball are home today and tomorrow, hosting Grand Valley tonight, with games at 4:00, 5:30, and 7:00. Cedaredge comes to town Saturday, with JV tipoff at 11:00am. Climbing follows up a successful home event with a competition in Grand Junction this Saturday. Wrestling heads to Canon City and Swim & Dive travels to Glenwood Springs. C Team Basketball will host Monte Vista on Monday and you can catch our Wrestlers in their final home dual on Thursday, February 5th at 6pm.

When you make it to home event at GHS, be sure to check out the Cowboys Hall of Fame. It's a touch screen TV with a searchable database highlighting teams and individuals who have left a legacy of excellence at GHS. We are slowly building a database of Valedictorians, All State Band, Choir, and Athletics, and more. Our database is incomplete and very much "under construction." If you see a name you recognize--whether its yours or someone you know--that needs a picture, please reach out to ghsalum@gunnisonschools.net to help improve the site.

Have a great weekend and GO COWBOYS!

Congratulations to the Fall Honor Roll recipients! These students put in the hard work to earn a 3.5 GPA or Higher, taking a minimum of five graded courses.

Scholarship opportunities are coming into the counseling office fast and furious.

Please visit the scholarship board in the counseling office and go to our GHS Scholarship Page and click on Local Scholarships for more information and scholarship application access.

Junior Parent/Student Night

Thursday, February 12th at 6pm in the Auditorium

Topics Covered:

1. Junior/Senior Timeline for Class of 2027

2. College/Career Planning

3. College/Vocational school application timelines and process

4. Financial Aid

*Spanish translator will be available

Jan-Feb - Regular Decision deadlines for college applications

Dec-April 15th - Apply for local Scholarships, visit the counseling office for more information.

May 13th - Senior Check out

May 17th - GRADUATION DAY!!!!!

2026 Project Graduation Planning has Begun! If you are a parent or guardian of a graduating senior this year, please sign up to join the Project Grad Planning committee or email gunnisonprojectgrad@gmail.com for more information. There are several different ways you can volunteer your time and talents. Many hands make light work, and we would love to have you. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, February 18th at 6:00pm in the GHS Library. We hope to see you there!

Donations and Sponsors are being sought for 2026 Project Graduation. Please visit www.gunnisonprojectgrad.org to learn more about this parent-led initiative and how to contribute. Project Grad donations may be mailed or can be provided online. To make a donation, email Gunnisonprojectgrad@gmail.com and a Project Grad planning member will reach out to you.

Are you proficient in two languages? Juniors and Seniors are eligible to earn the Seal of Biliteracy for Gunnison Watershed School District. It is a special honor which recognizes the sustained effort it takes to become bilingual, which is widely recognized and valued by employers and universities. Find out more here!

GWSD offers all families access to ParentGuidance.org. Click the photo below for the January newsletter.

Congratulations to Jacob Frey, Riego Koepsel, and Mitchell Van der Veer, who performed at the Western Slope Honor Jazz Band Festival. Enjoy them playing "Coconut Champagne," "I Remember Clifford" (featuring Jacob with a flugelhorn solo), and "NOLA Roller."

Students in Mrs. Kattnig's Anatomy and Physiology class put their learning into practice by dissecting sheep's hearts. Mrs. Kattnig also led the students through dissection of an Elk's heart, as well.

Students across all levels are producing amazing pieces in Mrs. Vokoun's and Ms. McLaughlin's Art Classes.

GHS hosted the final home Swim & Dive meet of the season at the Gunnison Rec Center last Friday. Multiple Cowboy swimmers have already met their State qualifying times. They departed for their next meet in Glenwood Springs Friday morning.

Intermediate skiers and snowboarders who have completed an avalanche safety course can join the Pathways Outdoors program on a multi-day backcountry hut trip to Miner's Delight Hut in Washington Gulch near Crested Butte.

When: March 2nd-4th

Where: Washington Gulch

Cost: $100

For eligibility and registration click here.

Junior Mountaineers Camp (JMC) is back on the Western Colorado University campus this summer, AND we’re adding overnight adventure camps for middle and high schoolers, featuring backcountry hut trips, expedition trips, and more! JMC is a state-licensed summer day and overnight adventure camp that blends athletics, outdoor recreation, and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) learning. Led by experienced staff and Western students, JMC provides a safe, active, and inclusive experience for campers. Families can register by the week, with each week offering a unique theme and outdoor recreation activities. For more details on JMC Summer 2026 offerings, please visit us online.

Summer High School Science Course: Rocky Mtn. Bio. Lab and the Gunnison School District are offering a field biology course July 27th- Aug. 7th. One semester of GWSD science credit is available! Scholarships are also available to local students to help cover the fee. Scholarship applications are due Feb. 1st. The RMBL Website has more information or contact Katie Lawn at RMBL: youthscience@rmbl.org

We are going to Costa Rica June 2026. This is a 9 day trip to Costa Rica. Your student will experience Costa Rica's incredibly diverse ecology, which makes this trip unique. We will zipline in a cloud forest, travel by boat, river raft, snorkel and so much more. Please reach out to Sarah Macort or Krista Drendel for more information. We are excited to share this experience with your students (parents/guardians are welcome too!)

Click here to see the full itinerary Costa Rica 2026

The registration deadline for our educational adventure is still open—and you won’t want to miss it! When you and your friends join us, you’ll experience an unforgettable journey packed with history, culture, and once-in-a-lifetime moments.

Explore our trip website to see the amazing places we’ll visit, trip dates, pricing, and everything you need to know: https://myprogram.worldstrides.com/custom/2026-gunnison-high-school-dc-219069/

Paying for the trip is easier than ever thanks to WorldStrides’ helpful tools:

Gift of Education Fundraising: Thousands of students use this simple program to help cover their trip cost.
Flexible Payment Plans: Spread your payments into small, manageable monthly amounts leading up to travel by calling 800.468.5899.
With over 55 years of experience, WorldStrides provides safe, high-quality programs for students nationwide. Plus, because of their accredited status, you can even earn FREE high school and college credit through the Discovery for Credit program—a great boost for future college applications.

Space is limited, so be sure to register today at worldstrides.com/signup using TripID 219069. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at akuhns@gunnisonschools.net.

Call for registration and financial aid information: 800-468-5899