Interact meeting after school on Thursday, Jan. 30th in the cafeteria from 2:00-3:00! New members are welcome!
Today is a Maroon Day!
Given. yesterday, I thought it would be good to remind everyone.
Have a great day!
Maine Youth Wilderness Leadership Program is currently accepting applications with a deadline of February 8. This exceptional opportunity is free and open to Maine high school sophomores or juniors. It includes a nine-day wilderness experience in Baxter State Park working with a variety of specialists and Park staff to better understand wilderness through science, art, storytelling, photography, writing, history and recreation.
The online application and reference form are available on our website at friendsofbaxter.org/mywlp.
Pep Rally Schedule for Friday, January 31, 2025
Please join our Student Council in celebrating winter activities, sports, and school culture and climate by participating in this week's Spirit Week. Please note: For Anything But a Backpack Day, students may not bring a living being, including pets or other people, to school to serve as their “backpack.” Also, any item that a student brings may not interfere with the operation of school. Anything that does interfere with the peace and usefulness of school will be confiscated.
Congratulations to Rebecca Ambrose and the following students who have won the NASA TechRise Student Challenge: Zachary Bourgoin, Baxter Flagg, Everett Hurder, Riley McCallister, and Carter Taiani! Please click here to read more: https://ghs.gorhamschools.org/o/ghs/article/1988156
ATTENTION SENIORS - The 2025 Mitchell Scholarship online application is now open! New Mitchell Scholarship Application Dates for 2024–2025 - please note the earlier application deadline of MARCH 1st - this new schedule will give interested students the February winter break to work on applications! In addition to the $10,000 scholarship (paid in four annual and equal installments of $2,500), Mitchell Scholars receive access to a broad range of free programs, resources, and additional funding opportunities — throughout your college years and beyond. Also as a Mitchell Scholar, you will have access to ongoing events and a vast network of over 3,000 Mitchell Scholar Alumni around the world! This year, the Mitchell Institute will award 200 Mitchell Scholarships statewide to at least one graduating student from every public high school in Maine who plans to attend a two-year or four-year college in the fall 2025. *March 1: Applications, including transcript, recommendation letter, and Student Aid Index, are due* *April 1: Acceptance letter and financial aid offer from top-choice college (if available) are due* *Applicants who cannot submit the acceptance letter and financial aid offer from the top-choice college by April 1 may be asked to submit them if available during their review process* ***They may adjust the deadline for the Student Aid Index if issues arise with the FAFSA again this year*** For more information and to apply, please go to - https://mitchellinstitute.org
Apply today for a Maine Blue Collar Scholarship! This scholarship is open to all students in Maine entering a trade school or heading directly into the workforce; scholarships range from $1000 - $2500! All scholarship recipients are also eligible to utilize the money in the form of a tool-ship. Once you have purchased tools required of your trade, they will reimburse you for the amount you were awarded. This will help you jump-start your career! Recipients will be announced during Senior Scholarship Night in May. To apply, please go to https://mainebluecollar.com and look for the scholarship application button, or stop by the Guidance Office to pick up a paper copy. Any questions can be directed to info@mainebluecollar.com The deadline to apply is April 15th, 2025.
For any students interested in learning more about the U.S. Army, Ssgt. McClaugherty will be in front of the cafeteria during the lunches on Tuesday, February 4th - feel free to stop by and ask any questions that you might have!
The General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC Maine) and the Maine Council for Elder Abuse Prevention (MCEAP) are working together to raise awareness about elder abuse in Maine. GFWC Maine and MCEAP are pleased to announce a $1,000 scholarship to be awarded to a Maine student who has successfully completed requirements for graduation from a Maine high school in 2025 and who will be attending college or a certification program as a full-time student during the 2025-2026 academic year. A winner will also be selected from each participating county and will be awarded a $50 scholarship! Criteria for selection include an essay and academic average. Completed applications should contain: 1. A 550–650 word, double-spaced essay in response to the question: “What is elder abuse and what is your solution?” 2. Copy of high school transcript. 3. Letter of acceptance from college or university as soon as possible but due no later than May 1st. Deadline: Postmarked by April 1, 2025 For any interested students, applications are available in the Guidance Office!
nterested in learning about bees and beekeeping? Join Bee club! Our next meeting is after school on Wednesday January 15th, In Mrs. Pauls room (215) all are welcome!!
Since 2001, Mainely Character has awarded scholarships to graduating seniors who demonstrate courage, integrity, responsibility, and concern for others. They focus solely on those areas of character when determining awardees. Their goal this year is to award 13 scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each! More information can be found by visiting their website, www.mainelycharacter.org Apply online by completing the form at www.mainelycharacter.org or feel free to stop by the GHS Guidance Office to pick a paper application up, then complete and mail to Mainely Character, P.O. Box 11131, Portland, ME 04103 with the postmark date of March 1, 2025.
Anyone who is interested in playing softball this spring should attend the informational meeting this Wednesday (1/15) at 2:30 in the cafeteria!
Take the night off from cooking on January 21st from 4-9! Let Otto's Pizza in Gorham take care of your dinner, and mention GHS National Honor Society! Part of the money we collect will be donated to the Red Cross California Fire Relief Funds. Thank you in advance!
The Gorham Food Pantry is looking for volunteers! If you're a senior with permission to leave campus on Thursdays between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. (or for a portion of that time), the pantry could use your help. Please see Ms. Wyatt in room B-206 for more information.
Congratulations to Poetry Out Loud winner Abigail McCrillis and runners up Amelia Olaru and Aspenelle De Los Reyes. Abigail will represent GHS at the regional competition in Lewiston at the Public Theatre on February 4th.
The Landing School of Boatbuilding & Design is having a handful of different Open House times; attached is their latest Open House schedule! This is a great opportunity for any students who may be interested in the marine industry, the trades, architecture and engineering, or who may not be sure of what they want to do. If students aren’t able to attend during these times, they are available for individual tours whenever it's convenient for you and your families! Any questions, please reach out to: Steve Parello, Admissions The Landing School of Boatbuilding & Design 286 River Road Arundel ME. 04046 207-810-2288 www.landingschool.edu sparello@landingschool.edu
Anyone interested in playing softball this spring should attend the meeting being held in the cafeteria after school this Wednesday (1/15)!
GHS Key Club will be having their next meeting on Tuesday January 14th, in Mrs. Whipkey’s room!
Students who are interested in traveling to Quebec City this June and their families are invited to attend the Parent Meeting to discuss and sign up for the trip. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 14, in the Gorham High School Library, at 5:30pm.
