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All GJH students will be taking the ILEARN test starting on Tuesday, April 21 through Thursday, April 30th. Some portions of the test must be finished on the same day they are started. Tests will start first thing each morning, so please make every effort to ensure your child is at school on time and avoid scheduling appointments on these days. Thank you for your support with this!

Students who qualified for our reward field trips in June should have received letters and permission slips during their 7th period class on Wednesday, April 15. Qualifying 7th graders have the opportunity to go to Deep River Waterpark, and qualifying 8th graders will get to go to Cedar Point. Unfortunately, some eligible students did not receive their letters, and we are working on getting that corrected.

If your child did not get a letter but thought they met the requirements, please have them check in Skyward to be sure they qualify. After checking Skyward, if they still feel there is an error, have them check with Mrs. Herschberger to confirm.

Please note the due date in the letter for turning in permission slips and money. We will not be able to accept these after the due date.

Here are the criteria for both trips:

1. Six or fewer absences (excused and unexcused absences count)
2. Thirty or fewer tardies to class
3. One or less referral (excluding major referrals)

Administrators will make the final decision about eligibility for any exceptional cases.

Planning for next school year is underway! If your student will be attending from outside the district, please remember that an Out-of-District Transfer form must be completed each year.

To ensure your student’s placement is secured, be sure to submit the form as soon as possible. Delays in completing this process may impact scheduling and class placement.

You can access and complete the form here:
https://form.jotform.com/260253716599163

If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to help!

The March 7th grade Beginner EL Student of the Month is Yessica Perea Sanchez. Yessica is new to our school system, but has show such dedication to being a good student and works hard to complete tasks. She is continuing to improve in her English language ability and is a joy to have in class. Congratulations, Yessica! We are so very proud of you!

Click on the document below to see details about April events for teens at Goshen Public Library.

Beginning Theatre Classes perform Four Fairytales on April 24th, 7pm, in the GJHS auditorium. Very family friendly show for younger children. Lots of "easter eggs" for the adults and teens among the audience as well. Tickets are $3 and sold at the door only (please bring cash).

Advanced Theatre Class performs Wade Bradford's Much Ado Out West on May 1st at 7pm. This is a western comedy based on Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. Live music and choreography are both on the GJHS stage for this performance. We hope to see y'all there! Tickets are $3 and sold at the door only (please bring cash).

See the flyer below about an opportunity for kids to enjoy a night at the field at Goshen College!

April 21-30 - ILEARN Testing

May 25 - Memorial Day, No School

May 29 - Last Student Day of School

For the safety of students, car traffic is not allowed in the front parking lot during our arrival (8:45-9:15) and dismissal (3:45-4:15) times. At any time when there are buses in the front lot, parents must drop off or pick up students in the North or South lot. Please communicate with your child ahead of time so s/he will know where to find you after school.

Goshen Community Schools Dress Code can be found in the online student handbook at Student Handbooks - Google Drive

Our goal is to help students understand and evaluate appropriate settings for formal vs. informal attire, which is a skill they will use in the world beyond school. Students will see this addressed starting on the first day of school.

We appreciate parents working with us on this. If you have questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact an administrator.

Click this link to access student handbooks in English and Spanish:

https://gjhs.goshenschools.org/about/

Do you know of a GJH staff member who has "gone the extra mile" to make a difference in the life of a child? Take a moment to recognize and thank someone who has shown the Heart of a Redhawk! Click on the link below to fill out a nomination form. This is a simple, meaningful way to thank someone for a job well done.

www.goshenschools.org/heartofaRedHawk

Email: lherschberger@goshenschools.org
Website: https://gjhs.goshenschools.org/
Location: 1216 S. Indiana Avenue, Goshen, IN 46526
Phone: (574)533-0391
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goshenjrhigh/
Twitter: @GoshenJrHigh