10/27/24 Principal Newsletter
Dear Parent, Student, and Educator,
We have school Monday –Thursday this week. Friday is a professional development day for teachers and a non school day for students. Wednesday is a regular day/not an early out.
Building Projects:
We are working on repairing the nosing (front edging strips) on the front stairs to the second floor. This should be a fairly quick project not affecting student/activities traffic. The cafeteria will be getting some new signage, courtesy of an advertising sponsorship agreement with FastSigns, the Army, and Glenwood HS. We plan to finish the cafeteria ribbon in the future. Future completion may be possible through student project / fundraising collaboration, etc… similar to the MS tournament of students vs. teachers for new signage. We are working around non-student days for the current installation. We hope you enjoy the addition.
Current plan: (First picture) / Potential Addition (Second picture)
ESports Lab: As part of a Therapeutic Classroom Grant with the State of Iowa, we will be starting an ESports Club! Equipment and materials are starting to be set up Nov. 1st, with the club scheduled to begin before Thanksgiving break. This will be located across from the guidance office and a shared space with Mr. Rasmussen, HS Instructional Coach. For questions about ESports, contact Mr. Charles Heilman at heilmancha@glenwoodschools.org.
During America’s recognized Safe Schools Week, we held two safety events:
We practiced our lockdown procedures from our Standards Response Protocols.
https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html.
We also had the opportunity to host a “Think Fast” Teen Driver Safety Assembly. All costs were covered by an existing Federal Grant, so it was free to the school. The assembly was both informative and fun for students, as it took on a game show like delivery! As part of the Teen Driver Safety program, we will continue to provide students with bite size monthly safety information in partnership with FCCLA and senior Abygale Luddington, who is an FCCLA officer and on the Governor’s Safety Bureau.
Celebration from Respect Retreat & “Think Fast” Assembly:
Two organizations visiting GHS recently shared the same positive celebration about our students: Glenwood High School students are supportive of each other, encouraging others to get involved! Way to go Rams! Thank you for representing us so well!
Senior Information:
Yearbook & Senior Photo Submission:
This is a reminder to purchase your 2025 yearbook! Scan one of the multiple QR codes up around the school and get directed to the GHS yearbook purchase page. Now is the time to buy! Use the discount code located in a banner on the order page, for a $10 discount.
Seniors, please listen up! Do not forget to order senior ads and send in your senior photos ASAP please email them to Roman Glover (gloverr2025@glenwoodschools.org) or Mr. Heilman (heilmancha@glenwoodschools.org).
Josten’s Ordering of Caps and Gowns-
Please find attached a link to Josten's for ordering your graduation items. If you scroll down on the left side you will see a cap and gown package you can order.
Service Learning Hours:
Part of the Glenwood High School graduation requirement includes 20 hours of service. Here is the Service Learning Form. Complete this and turn it into the high school guidance office.
Scholarships:
Scholarship emails are sent to seniors almost weekly! Be sure to check your email.
Transcript Requests:
Contact Mrs. Paulina Rodenburg for assistance. rodenburgpau@glenwoodschools.org
Congratulations to our Students of the Week!
These students were recognized for “Respect, Achieve & Improve, Make an Effort, & Serve Others!” Examples of positive behaviors demonstrated include taking the initiative to lend a helping hand and making use of Rams Time for academic learning!
November 11th: Save the Date for our Veterans Day Assembly
Past and current service men and women and organizations, community members, and loved ones are invited to attend! If you would like to be involved as a student leader or community volunteer, contact Mrs. Duitsman at duitsmanlor@glenwoodschools.org. Please help spread the word! We hope you attend! Flyer Link.
November 12th –Save the Date: Sophomores will take the Pre-ACT during the school day.
Information will be shared with students during counselor visits to classrooms prior to test day.
Robotics Tournament is Sat., Nov. 2, 8:00-5:30 FREE!
Come out and support our seven Glenwood robotics teams! Best viewing times: 10-12:00 and 1:00-5:00, Location: Glenwood High School Gym, Concessions starting at 9:00 am.
Red Ribbon Dress Up Days:
*Hats are allowed this week with spirit days. The iJAG and Hope Squad students will be promoting “Say no to drugs and harmful substances” at a table during lunch.
Interested in High School Speech?
Individual event speech team is preparing for the 2025 season and would love for your child to be involved. Everyone participates on the individual speech team! Contact Ann Greenfield (9th grade), greenfielda@glenwoodschools.org and Teresa Lawler (10th-12th grade), lawlerter@glenwoodschools.org.
Highlight Reel: What an Amazing Community we have!!!
Thank you to David Hughes of Hughes Real Estate for supporting student admissions to encourage attendance at regional VB! Thank you to the PTA for food at conferences for HS teachers! We appreciate your support!
Last week was National Bus Safety Week! Did you know our school district also had perfect bus inspections for a third year in a row! The district celebrated with a transportation luncheon recently to appreciate staff! Thank you transportation team! Shout out to Dwaine Atwood for his willingness and commitment to get students to and from activities! He stepped up to assist when we needed with girls XC getting to the state qualifying meet.
Transportation Update at GHS: HS Bus Riders Dismissed Earlier
To accommodate for delays with construction and increase support of bus routes, GHS has moved up the bus dismissal time to 3:23pm. We are letting bus riders out of HS classes at 3:20pm to get out to the bus. Dismissal time for non-bus riders remains at 3:25pm.
Fall Fundraisers:
27th Annual Rotary Benefit Dinner, Sunday, Nov. 3rd, 11:00-1:00. Spaghetti and Meatballs at the Zeum at Glenwood Lake Park; Carryout available. Tickets are $12 and may be purchased at the door. All proceeds benefit local Mills County Charities. The PTA is selling blankets. You may return this form and money to the main office by Nov. 6th.
Amazing Performances this Fall Season! Here are a few recent celebrations!
The Girls Cross Country Team Qualified for the State Meet in Fort Dodge! This makes the 8th straight year in a row! This is the 12th state appearance in school history! Awesome Pink Uniforms! Thank you to Glenwood supporters who helped to donate to the program! 11th grader Roxy Anderson received a D1 ranking at ISDTA! She choreographed her solo and received a score of 80 points or higher! Senior, Will Getter performed at ISDTA state prelims and qualified for the state championships! He will have the opportunity to defend his title!
Join us Tuesday, October 28th, GHS Main Gym at 7pm for Regional Finals Volleyball!
Congratulations to Allison Koontz on her 500th dig and Isla Kemling on her 500th kill!
Wishing you another great week RAMS!
Lorraine Duitsman, GHS Principal