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Dear Cowboy Community,

Congratulations on to our students and staff on completing a great first semester. We have had a large number of students out due to illness this past week. If you weren't able to make it in for one or more exams due to illness, there will be opportunities to wrap up finals after break. Please note that PowerSchool access will be limited during the break as grades will not be finalized until after late finals have been completed during the first week of January.

GHS will be closed until Monday, January 5th, when teachers return. Please remember that day is a teacher work day and classes resume Tuesday, January 6th. We look forward to seeing students again on the 6th.

Congratulations to Mr. Mueller and his Concert Choir, Show Choir, and Concert Band. They performed this past Tuesday in a wonderful holiday concert at GHS.

All of our student athletes are on the road this week, with Wrestling in Farmington, Utah, Swim & Dive in Montrose, and Basketball in Alamosa. Climbing is on hiatus until the New Year. Home events begin again on Saturday, January 10th, when JV and Varsity Basketball will play host to the Olathe Pirates.

Have a wonderful holiday break and we'll see you back at GHS in January.

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!!!!!

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

Check out what Medical Pathways can do for you!

The Medical Pathways Program is a free, hands-on opportunity for high school students, grades 9-12 who are interested in a career in healthcare. This program is hosted and lead by Gunnison Valley Health staff members who are invested in the future of healthcare, and fostering our local talent.

What the Program Offers

• Students will explore a wide range of healthcare careers — clinical, technical, and administrative. Each session will rotate through multiple departments such as Emergency Medicine, Surgery, Nursing, Supply Chain, Radiology, Primary Care, Human Resources, Laboratory, Behavioral Health, Medical Coding, Rehabilitation, Respiratory Therapy, Senior Care Center, and many more.
• Learn real-world skills and understand the training or education needed for each specialty.
• Hands-on activities, behind-the-scenes experiences, networking opportunities, and the chance to talk directly with healthcare professionals about their career paths.
• Build relationships with GVH staff, which can lead to future shadowing, CNA class opportunities, internships, and employment opportunities.
• Gain confidence in whether a healthcare career is the right fit for you.

How to Apply

• Registration typically opens in the fall the year before. CLICK HERE FOR THE 2026 APPLICATION

Students in Ms. Brown's Environmental Science class have worked with community partnters to study and spread awareness about Community wildfire resilience. Students also set up a Wildfire Resilience booth for community education at the annual Gunnison Night of Lights.

GWSD, Irwin Guides, and Choice Pass teamed up to provide an Avalanche Awareness course outside of Crested Butte. Be sure to check out the Backcountry Ski Opportunity in the newsletter below.

Students in Mr. Phipps' Woodshop class have been working on flag display cases. Some students will give them to family members and others have donated their projects to the GHS Legion for distribution to Veterans in the American Legion.

Mrs. Hubbard's culinary classes have been working hard on recipes, from holiday cookies to egg drop soup.

High Schoolers who have completed an Avalanche Safety Course through Irwin Guides, an AIARE course, or who are currently taking Avalanche Awareness through Pathways Outdoor Leadership can earn 0.1 credit by participating in BOTH backcountry ski days.

Gear lists will be provided and Pathways Outdoor Education can work with families to acquire gear, as needed. Contact Mr. Detlefsen at rdetlefsen@gunnisonschools.net.

When: January 23rd and February 6th

Price: $50

Register here

Scholarships are available. Contact choicepass@gunnisoncounty.org

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