Gallatin High Update

Monday, January 6, 2025

• BLACK day

Tuesday, January 7

• BLUE day

Wednesday, January 8

• BLACK day

Thursday, January 9

• BLUE day
• Boys Bball vs. Belgrade, 7pm
• Girls Bball at Belgrade, 6pm

Friday, January 10

• BLACK day
• Wrestling at Utah Invitational

Saturday, January 11

• Boys Bball vs. Skyview, 4pm
• Girls Bball at Skyview, 4pm
• Swimming in Butte
• Wrestling at Utah Invitational
• Speech and Debate at Townsend invitational

Upcoming Events

• Monday, January 20 - PIR day, no school for students
• Final exams, January 22-24
• Monday, January 27 - PIR day, no school for students
• Tuesday, January 28 - first day of second semester - BLUE day periods 1-4

GHS Parents Advisory Council (PAC)

IMPORTANT UPDATE: The next PAC meeting will be in January. We hope to see you there!

Please visit GHS PAC Parent Resources. Highlights from all 2024 meetings, as well as the schedule for 2025 can be accessed there.

Please remember that there is no obligation to attend PAC meetings - come as often as you would like!

Please send any questions to GallatinHighPAC@gmail.com, or reach out to one of this year's officers.

President, Mandy Kirkwood (platinumfc@icloud.com)

Vice President, Carey Levin (careylevin@hotmail.com)

Treasurer, Katherine Reich

Secretary, Tammy Niemeyer

Please contact Jodi Murray if you are interested in helping out with this fun event!

Jodi's email: aboutfamilies@yahoo.com

GHS Booster Club

You can join the Raptor Boosters by clicking here.

Project Connect

Do you have some time in your day and an interest in making Gallatin High a more welcoming place for students? Consider volunteering with Project Connect. You can sign up to volunteer at GHS here or contact Project Coordinator, Ashley Crane at 406-580-7760 or gallatinhighprojectconnect@gmail.com

Foster an open dialogue with your child about their emotions and mental well-being. Encourage them to express their feelings and provide a supportive environment where they feel comfortable discussing their struggles. Here are some tips to help support their well-being:

• Open Communication: Create a safe, non-judgmental space for your child to express their feelings and concerns.

• Active Listening: Practice understanding your child's emotions and experiences. Validate their feelings and provide empathy.

• Emotional Regulation: Teach healthy ways to manage emotions, such as deep breathing, journaling, or engaging in calming activities.

• Healthy Lifestyle: Promote balanced habits including regular exercise, nutritious meals, adequate sleep, and limited screen time.

• Encourage Social Connections: Support your child in building positive relationships and developing social skills.

• Teach Coping Strategies: Equip your child with effective ways to deal with stress and challenges.

• Monitor Screen Time: Be mindful of your child's screen use and encourage offline activities.

• Be a Role Model: Model healthy behaviors and coping mechanisms for your child to emulate.

• Seek Professional Help: If you notice persistent signs of distress, don't hesitate to seek professional help.

• Foster a Positive Environment: Create a nurturing home environment. Celebrate achievements and provide reassurance during challenges.

Stay informed about mental health resources available through the school and in the community, and reach out for help if you notice any concerning signs or behaviors in your child. More information: National Institute of Mental Health - Child and Adolescent Mental Health

No School/PIR Day/MLK Jr. Day - January 20

Final exam schedule - January 22-24 - Schedule here

No School/PIR Day - January 27

First day of semester 2 - January 28

Spring Break – March 17-21

No School/PIR Day - April 11

Prom – Saturday, May 3

No School/PIR Day - May 23

Graduation – Saturday, June 7, 10:00 a.m.

Final exam schedule - June 10-12

Last Day of School – June 12

BSD7 school calendar available at this link.

The following info can be found at our GHS Web Page:

• BSD7 Calendar
• GHS Bell Schedule
• GHS Phone Directory

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