GHS PARENTLINK
October 19, 2026
GHS Principal Mr. Ralph F. Mayo
Dear Members of the GHS Community:
Last Thursday evening, we held another highly successful College Fair, with 175 college admissions representatives in attendance. I would like to thank Alison Lochridge, GHS College and Career Counselor, for organizing and managing this enormous event. Our school counselors also deserve recognition for the time and effort they put into making the evening a success. Finally, thank you to our GHS custodial staff for their hard work in setting up and breaking down the event. These events would not be possible without the dedication and collaboration of our staff.
Upcoming Events
Please take note of the school calendar for next week:
Tuesday, October 20: Early Release
Wednesday, October 21: Band Concert
Thursday, October 22: PSAT administration for students in Grades 9, 10, and 11
Thursday, October 22, at 7:00 p.m.: Board of Education Business Meeting
Congratulations to Boys Golf!
Congratulations to Coach Jeff Santilli and the Greenwich High School Boys Golf team on winning the FCIAC Championship yesterday afternoon! The Cardinals posted a team score of 318, edging out Darien by two strokes to claim the title. Congratulations to Coach Santilli and the entire team on this outstanding accomplishment! FCIAC Championship
Theater Department Presents Romeo and Juliet
Our talented theater department will present Romeo and Juliet in the Black Box Theater on October 16, 17, 22, 23, and 24. Please visit the GHS website for performance times and ticket-purchasing information. I encourage everyone to support our students and enjoy this production.
Attendance Policy Reminder
Finally, please review the attendance policy letter I sent to families in August. The letter outlines our attendance policies and procedures and should help clarify any questions regarding daily attendance. For your convenience, the letter is available in both English and Spanish:
Thank you for your continued support of our students and the Greenwich High School community.
Sincerely,
Ralph F. Mayo
Principal
Greenwich High School
From the Desk of the Dean By Mr. Pereira, Dean of Student Life. Welcome to this week’s Desk of the Dean segment of the Parent Link. My goal is to keep our Cardinal Community closely connected to the Greenwich High School experience by sharing essential updates, highlighting opportunities, and emphasizing critical information.
Upcoming PSAT - Thursday, October 22nd
PSAT/NMSQT (Grades 10–11 Benchmark)
The PSAT/NMSQT benchmarks skills for 10th and 11th graders, providing digital SAT practice and entry into the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Purpose & Benefits:
Evaluates college and career readiness standards in reading, writing, and math.
Familiarizes students with the adaptive digital SAT platform and offers detailed score reports.
Qualifies 11th graders for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
PSAT 8/9 (Grade 9 Benchmark)
The PSAT 8/9 serves as an entry-level practice benchmark for 9th graders. It does not impact GHS grades or academic standing.
Purpose & Benefits:
Measures core skills to establish a growth baseline and identify areas for improvement.
Provides early exposure to digital testing tools and helps inform future course placement.
Test Day Logistics:
Date & Location: Thursday, October 22, 2026, throughout the school
Who Tests: All students in grades 9–11
Schedule: Report to classrooms by 7:55 AM
Standard Time: 8:00 AM – 11:15 AM
50% Extended Time: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
100% Extended Time: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Devices & App:
Use a Windows laptop, MacBook, iPad, or school Chromebook with the Bluebook App pre-installed.
Personal Chromebooks and smartphones are prohibited.
Bring a fully charged device and charger.
What to Bring:
Charged device, power cord, Student ID, and an approved calculator (or use Desmos in Bluebook). No hats or hoods during testing.
Cost & Preparation:
GHS covers all fees; registration is automatic.
Remind students to get good sleep, eat breakfast, and bring water/snacks (PTA will also provide extra snacks).
Contact Information:
Grade 9: Ms. Barry (Brigid_Barry@greenwich.k12.ct.us) & Ms. Shaw (Christina_Shaw@greenwich.k12.ct.us)
Grade 10: Mr. Pereira (Thomas_Pereira@greenwich.k12.ct.us)
Grade 11: Ms. Tulotta (Dana_Tulotta@greenwich.k12.ct.us)
Special Schedules
On days with Special Schedules (such as Wednesday, October 14th), schedules are emailed to students in advance and posted on the website under "Schedules." Printed hard copies are also available in the Houses, Main Office, and Student Activities Office.
High School Bus Pass Program
The State Department of Education and CT Department of Transportation have allocated a number of bus passes free of charge to districts, including Greenwich. If you would benefit from this program, please email Mr. Pereira at thomas_pereira@greenwich.k12.ct.us for additional information.
Since you can no longer use your cellphone during the school day to upload a picture of your school work, we have installed scanners and document cameras throughout the school. You can find them in the House Learning Centers, Math Learning Center, Science Learning Center, World Language Learning Center, and in the Student Center at the table under the digital clock. Directions for how to use each tool are posted next to each camera.
Attention all 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students. This year the mandatory PSAT will be during school on Thursday, October 22, 2026. We have purchased a test for each of you so you do not need to sign up- we already did that for you! The PSATs are a crucial part of your high school experience. This test will help prepare you for future SATs and provides a positive environment to experience standardized testing.
Potluck Dinner
English for Speakers of Other Languages Program
Students & Families in ESL
Thursday, November 12th 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Teacher’s Cafeteria at GHS
Bring a traditional dish of food from your country to share!
Attention Freshmen!
Did you enjoy doing your middle school musical? Couldn’t get On Stage in your fall schedule or always thought doing a musical would be fun?
There will be ensemble AUDITIONS for Wizard of Oz on Monday Nov. 19 at 2:30 in Room 612.
No experience or preparation is needed.
At the audition, you will be singing and learning some choreography for the song, Merry Old Land of Oz which will feature the freshmen ensemble in vocal and dialogue parts.
Show dates are Dec. 10, 11 and 12.
Questions see Ms. Cirigliano in room 608 or email her at patricia_cirigliano@ greenwich.k12.ct.us
Hope to see you at the auditions!
Winter sports registration begins on Oct 1 and runs through Nov 23, 2026. All athletes must be registered by a parent or guardian via Final Forms. Student and parent must fill out all forms. A current physical is required as well. Students will not be able to try out without registration completed. See flyer for sports that are offered for the winter season.
AP Exam registration sign up: www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/070240
The registration deadline to sign up for AP exams in November 1, 2026.
2027 Yearbook Information
Order the 2027 Compass Yearbook online at yearbookforever.com! If you would prefer to pay for a yearbook using cash or check (payable to Greenwich High School), please email Dan Silkman at daniel_silkman@greenwich.k12.ct.us for assistance.
For the Early Bird discounted price of $80, order your yearbook by Friday, November 6, 2026.
To guarantee a yearbook, pre-order one by Friday, December 18, 2026. The cost of the yearbook increases after 12/18, at which point yearbooks will be sold on a first come first serve basis until they are sold out.
Senior Families: Senior Recognition Ads are a great way to honor your graduate and support the GHS Class of 2027! To create a Senior Ad, go to yearbookforever.com and follow the prompts under "Yearbook Packages." Please note that space is limited. Submit your ad at the Early Bird price by 11/6 or at the regular price by 12/18.
From GHS Outreach Club:
1. GHS Fall Clothing / Textile Drive: Keep things out of the landfill and support the Harris Project and programs focused on co-occurring disorders.
From GHS YNET Club:
In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the YNET Club would like to make you aware of our Community Candlelight Vigil on Wednesday, October 28th, 6:30 pm @ Greenwich YWCA. This vigil will memorialize those who have lost their lives to domestic violence, and honor the strength and resilience of survivors.
A New Opportunity for GHS Students
Apply for a Student Innovation Grant for 2026-2027 School Year!
Greenwich Alliance for Education is excited to announce the Student Innovation Grant - an opportunity for Greenwich High School (GHS) students to create and lead programs that benefit their school community .
Application opens on SEPTEMBER 25, 2026
The Opportunity:
We are looking for innovative student-led ideas that spark curiosity and joy in learning while addressing clear gaps within our school community. GHS students can apply for a grant of up to $2,000 to fund original projects. Ideas might include: STEM or arts programs, wellness workshops, skill-building clinics, or maybe an event or activity that would be a welcome addition to GHS that could grow over time. This is your chance to think out of the box and then make it happen!
● Eligibility: Open to All GHS students in the 2026-2027 school year (maximum of two student leaders per project).
● Requirements: Projects must have a GHS faculty advisor and include an educational component. All projects must be completed by the end of the 2026-2027 school year.
The Timeline:
Students may submit a general description of their project for feedback by September 25, 2026
Applications open on September 25, 2026
Applications due on October 30, 2026
Ready to innovate or have any questions? Contact Trish Rohr, Assistant Director, at trish@greenwichalliance.org.
Greenwich Alliance for Education wants to help students turn great ideas into reality!