George Washington High School
In this issue:
Back to School Night
Student Drop-Off/Pick-Up
Student ID Pickup and Requirement
2024-2025 Student Parking
Elite Patriot Dance Team Tryouts
Class Meetings
Schedule Change Process
Doughnuts with Dr. Davis
Passive Permission for Ninth Grade Suicide Prevention Programming
The GWHS Food Pantry Needs Your Support
Clothes Bin to Benefit GWHS
American Furniture Warehouse Store Rally for GWHS
Gun Safety Awareness
Weekly Athletics Update
Back to School Night
Back to School Night will be held Tuesday, September 10 from 5:00 to 7:00pm in the South Courtyard. Come meet your student's teachers, learn about the courses they are taking, and explore some of the resources GWHS has to offer!
Student Drop-Off/Pick-Up
Student drop-off and pick-up will be in front of the school (off of Monaco Parkway) or in the Lower South Lot (off of Leetsdale Avenue). The Lower South Lot (off of Leetsdale Avenue) is the recommended lot for drop-off/pick-up to alleviate traffic along Monaco Parkway. If the North Lot is used for drop-off, students will need to enter through door 1 (off of Monaco Parkway), and will not be admitted through the North Lobby. The gate into the North Lot to/from Monaco Parkway will be closed, and Virginia Avenue will be the only access point for the North Lot.
Student entrance will be allowed only through the Main Lobby (off of Monaco Parkway) or the South Courtyard doors 3 (East) or 8 (West). This allows us to fully monitor entrances to improve safety.
Student ID Pickup and Upcoming Requirement
Any student who took a school photo on Monday, August 26 but did not receive their ID may pick up their ID before school, during lunch, or after school on Tuesday, August 27. Students, keep your ID safe, as you will soon be required to have your ID on and visible at all times. IDs will soon be checked at every entry door, as well as in halls and around the school. School photo make-ups will be in October.
2024-2025 Student Parking
All student drivers are required to register and pay $10 for an annual parking pass. The registration form is available HERE. Payment must be made in cash in the Main Office, during lunch or after school, from Tuesday, August 20 through Friday, August 30. The parking pass must be displayed in the vehicle's interior rear window on the left side at all times. Student parking is only allowed in the Lower South Lot (off Leetsdale Avenue). For more information about student parking, click HERE.
Elite Patriot Dance Team Tryouts
The Elite Patriot Dance Team is GWHS's high energy hip-hop dance team, and they are hosting tryouts Monday, August 26 through Wednesday, August 28 in the GWHS Cafeteria from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Open to all current GWHS students! Bring water and your high energy. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced skills are all welcomed. Click HERE for more info.
Class Meetings
All students will attend a mandatory Class Meeting on Wednesday, August 28. Grade 9 students will attend the second half of Period 1, grade 10 students will attend the second half of Period 3, and grade 11 and grade 12 students will attend during Period 5. Be sure you are in class and on time so as not to miss these important mandatory meetings!
Schedule Change Process
Students, if you need a course schedule change, QR codes to request a change are posted in the Pike's Peak Lobby and some classrooms. Please scan the QR code to make any requests (DO NOT email your counselor directly). Schedule changes are made for compelling academic reasons only, including:
Missing a graduation requirement
Leveling up or down (to or from an AP/IB or Honors class)
A duplicate class is scheduled
Teacher and period changes WILL NOT be considered. Schedule changes for grade 10 through 12 students are largely finalized. If you feel you have extenuating circumstances, you may submit your request via the QR code for your counselor to consider.
Doughnuts with Dr. Davis
Join our Principal, Dr. Davis, for casual conversation and school updates during Doughnuts with Dr. Davis on Tuesday, September 3 from 8:00 to 8:30am in the GWHS Community Room. Dr. Davis would love to answer your questions and hear your thoughts about our GWHS community. Dr. Davis will host a Doughnuts with Dr. Davis event the first Tuesday of every month, so be sure to watch the Weekly Roundup for reminders.
Passive Permission for Ninth Grade Suicide Prevention Programming
Teaching students about mental health wellness and how to care for themselves is important. Feelings of sadness and depression appear to be happening at a much earlier age, and adolescence can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions. Risk factors such as depression and self-injury can be treated. While not every student will experience these feelings, they may be able to help a friend in need. Each year, schools teach students how to identify risk factors for depression and how to ask for help from a trusted adult. Classroom lessons also include information on Safe2Tell Colorado. Programming is implemented in grades 5, 6, 9 and 12.
This year, our school will implement Erika’s Lighthouse Suicide Prevention Curriculum with our grade 9 students. If you DO NOT want your child to participate in programming, please scan the QR code or click this LINK to complete the Suicide Prevention Opt-Out Form. To translate the form, right click and select your preferred language.
The GWHS Food Pantry Needs Your Support
Our GWHS Food Pantry relies on the generosity of volunteers like you to keep shelves stocked and bellies full. From sorting donations to helping with distribution, every bit of help makes a difference. Give back to your community and sign up to volunteer today! Click HERE to sign up for a time that works for you - there are multiple roles and time slots that need filling, as well as support roles (are you a grant writer?). Together, we can ensure no GWHS family goes hungry!
Clothes Bin to Benefit GWHS
GWHS has partnered with Clothes Bin to recycle old clothing, shoes and textiles, which helps the environment and supports our school! Be sure to bring your old clothing, shoes and textiles (including towels, bedding and more) to add to the giant green bin located in the Lower South Lot (off of Leetsdale Avenue) - every pound collected means seven cents donated back to GWHS! Please adhere to the guidelines for collection (textiles and shoes only; no toys, electronics, etc.). Click HERE for more info, and thank you!
American Furniture Warehouse Store Rally for GWHS
Visit any American Furniture Warehouse location from Friday, September 13 through Sunday, September 22 and mention code GWHSDPS; 2 to 4% of your purchase price will be donated to GWHS! Click HERE for more information.
Gun Safety Awareness
As part of a holistic approach to increasing gun safety and awareness in our neighborhoods, in line with Dr. Marrero’s Statement on Gun Violence Prevention, DPD District 3 is providing free cable gun locks to community members – no questions asked. When used correctly, a cable gun lock makes a firearm inoperable in case a child was able to access the gun. Click HERE for information on how to acquire a free cable gun lock at DPD's District 3 Station.
Weekly Athletics Update
Patriots excel in the classroom and on the field! Click HERE to read our weekly Athletics Update.
September 2
Labor Day - No School
September 10
Activities Fair - Pep Rally Schedule
September 10
Back to School Night