GJH Parent Portal

March 1-8 is National School Social Work Week, and GJH has one of the best! Mrs. Angie Schwartz plays a crucial role in our school community. She can be found supporting social and emotional needs of students, connecting families with community resources, helping to create a safe learning environment for all students, and jumping in to help wherever there is a need. Her dedication and expertise have a positive impact on our students, staff, and community. Thank you, Mrs. Schwartz, for all that you do!

Let's finish the year strong with attendance!

• Help your student attend school every day possible.
• If your student needs to miss school, contact the school each day they will miss.
• If your student is facing attendance challenges, please reach out. We’re here to support you.
• Please read the brochure below for other information that will help you support your child's school attendance.

Thank you so much to all of the parents who supported our SOAR store by selecting items from our Amazon wishlist. We were able to unbox them in front of students and they were excited to see how much our parents and community support and believe in them. You make a positive difference!

Our February 7th grade Beginner EL Student of the Month is Jesus Lozano Maldonado! Jesus has been very responsible with his assignments and keeps passing grades in his classes. English isn't always easy for Jesus, but he is trying to communicate more often in his second language with peers and teachers. Jesus is kind, a good friend, and a very respectful student. Congratulations, Jesus! We are all so proud of you!

Estrella Roque Ayala was the English Student of the Month for January! Estrella was nominated by her teachers. She is a strong student, and has shown tremendous growth in English. Congratulations, Estrella!

The Goshen Jr. High German Club, led by Julie Bruder and Erin Rose, participated in Staatskongress, the annual conference for the Indiana Association of Students of German. Over 300 students from across the state participated in academic and cultural competitions at Hamilton Southeastern High School.

Congratulations to Solomon Morrow for placing 1st in Baking (cakes and breads category), Dexter Bleiler for placing 2nd in Handicrafts, Patrick Eikler for placing 2nd in Impromptu Speaking, Sheila Garrett for placing 2nd in Art (pencil drawing), and Charlie Ripple for placing 3rd in Impromptu Speaking.

Soccer season is coming! If your child is interested in playing soccer for the Goshen Youth Soccer Organization, please see the brochure below for information.

Students will have a reward field trip opportunity at the end of the school year for those who qualify based on attendance, behavior, and being on time to classes.

Qualifying 7th graders will have the opportunity to go to Deep River Water Park.

Qualifying 8th graders will be able to go to Cedar Point.

Students must meet the following criteria in order to be eligible for these 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.

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

March 20 - Staff Data Day, No School for Students

March 30, 4:30-7:30 p.m. - GJH Parent-Teacher Conferences (by appointment only)

April 3 - Good Friday, No School

April 6-10 Spring Break

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