Grosse Pointe South High School
Sunday, August 30th, 2026
Message from Principal Parravano
As we get ready to welcome students back to South, there are several changes this year that may take a little getting used to, and yes, one of those changes involves cell phones. Beginning this school year, Michigan law requires school districts to have a policy that keeps personal electronic devices out of the classroom during instructional time. That means cell phones, earbuds, smart watches, Meta glasses, and other personal electronic devices will be taking a break while our students are learning. We know that asking teenagers to part with their phones (even temporarily) is no small thing, so we are asking for your help as we strengthen our off and out of sight policy together.
At South, the expectation is simple: when students enter the classroom, phones are turned off and placed in the classroom caddy. Other personal electronic devices must remain off and out of sight (in a backpack) for the entire instructional period. Students will still be able to access their phones during passing time and lunch, so they will not be completely disconnected from the outside world!
Our goal is not simply to enforce rules. It is to create classrooms where students can be fully present and focused on their learning, their teachers, and one another. Your partnership in reinforcing this expectation at home will go a long way toward helping us make this school year successful.
Next week we will tackle changes at lunch.
Cindy Parravano
313-432-3504
ON-LINE AND AT-SCHOOL REGISTRATION REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS
Dear South Families,
Hopefully most of you have completed the on line K12 Registration. If not, please use the link below to complete prior to At-School Registration which begins Monday.
Please use this link https://www.gpschools.org/programs-services/pre-registration-and-webstore To Register your student(s) through K12 Registration. All student’s that Enroll at South, also need to complete K12 Online Registration. There is important FERPA information that we need to obtain and this registration will allow you to purchase items in our webstore. Please answer by clicking every form so that we get a “complete registration” notice. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me:
Linda Schultz - Secretary to the Principal
313.432.3503
LOGIN = STUDENT'S ID NUMBER
ACCESS KEY = STUDENT'S BIRTHDATE (MM/DD/YYYY example: 01/01/2010)
1. Login
2. Complete the required forms
3. Visit the Webstore to make available purchases
ALL Online Registration forms MUST be completed prior to At-School Registration (see dates below). Please be sure to complete and submit every form. Students will be unable to register at school if their online registration is incomplete.
If you purchase items through the web store, please print or take a picture of your receipt. Students may pick up certain purchased items during At-School Registration, so having your receipt available will be helpful.
At-School Registration
Our "Late Registration" day is scheduled for Thursday, September 3rd, 2026 from 8:00am -11:00am and 12:15pm to 2:30pm.
School Photos & Student IDs
School photos will be taken during At-School Registration. Students will also receive their student ID that day.
We look forward to welcoming our students and families back for another great school year! Please feel free to reach out to Linda Schultz 313.432.3503 or schultl@gpschool.org, with any questions.
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Mandatory - Online pre-registration is mandatory for all students in your family every year. Please do not skip siblings. (Online pre-registration is different then online enrollment.)
Email Address - A parent/guardian email address is required to complete the online process. If your email address has changed, please update it with the school district by logging in to the MiStar Parent Portal.
Computer Access - If online capability is not available at home, please check the school's website for computer access in August to receive help if needed to complete the Pre-Registration.
Fees - All fees will need to be paid online using a charge card or bank debit card. (Visa or MasterCard debit cards may be purchased from a variety of neighborhood retail stores.) Checks will not be accepted at school registration.
SCHOOLPICTURES.COM
Parents,
School pictures will be taken at Registration. Attached please find the PDF Flyer, QR Code, and the direct link for online ordering.
Link to shopping cart: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001418668
Please note that the ordering site is already open and ready for parents.
Athletics Information
Fall sports are officially underway!
If your student is participating in a sport at South, Final Forms must be completed.
Everything you need is at gpsouthathletics.com:
- Final Forms links
- All sports schedules
- EVENTS for all upcoming athletic events
- SPORTS for team-specific schedules and information
Get your forms done, check the schedule, and let’s have a great fall season!
All things Sports can be found here!
Save Time — Purchase Tickets in Advance!
Buying your tickets ahead of time on GoFan.co will make the entry process faster and help you get to the action sooner.
Taher Dining Services
Attention Parents,
As we begin a new school year, I wanted to send out the Special Diet Statement Form for students who have dietary needs or restrictions. Please note that this form must be completed and submitted in order for a student’s special dietary needs to be officially recognized and accommodated. If needed, please complete the form by clicking the link below and turn this form into the main office.
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2030
If you have an incoming 9th-grader who would like to be part of Pointe Players, Grosse Pointe South's drama club (and the school's oldest continuous club), we have our first meeting on September 9th after school in the South Auditorium. Whether students want to work on-stage or backstage, we would love to meet them. To be part of our crew, come to the meeting and complete the form provided there. To access audition information, use the Schoology code 5T26-5V9V-7VKV7.
Attention Class of 2027
Senior Portraits are due October 27th.
If you have any questions and or need a requirement sheet, please contact Mr. Cilluffo at cillufj@gpschools.org
John J. Cilluffo
Grosse Pointe South High School
Athletic Clerk 313 432-3541
Yearbook Adviser 313 432-3615
Bookstore Manager 313 432-3615
Donations needed in the Library
STUDENT ACTIVITIES/CLUBS
Getting involved in clubs is a great way for students to explore interests, build friendships, and strengthen leadership skills.
Grosse Pointe South High School is proud to offer over 65 student clubs and activities, both curricular and co-curricular. We encourage students to explore these opportunities and find a group that sparks their interests.
Please visit the links below to see the full list of clubs and activities available.
Student Link (with student contact info)
