A huge shoutout to our amazing mom volunteer - Nicole, who helped Ms. Seeley’s 3rd graders make homemade dog treats! The students had a blast mixing, rolling, and baking treats—all to donate to the Bangor Humane Society. What a fantastic way to show kindness and give back to our furry friends in need!
On Monday, March 31, all freshmen will attend the Piscataquis County Job Fair, where they’ll explore regional job opportunities and even secure summer employment!
To make the most of this experience, we encourage students to dress professionally—khakis or dress pants, a polo or button-down shirt, and closed-toe shoes. While formal business attire isn’t required, first impressions matter! 👔👞
Parents, a great way to help is by practicing interview questions with your student this weekend! Over dinner, ask about their strengths, work ethic, and interests to boost their confidence when speaking with employers.
Let’s help our students put their best foot forward! 👏💼 #JobFair #FutureOpportunities #CareerReady
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Shirley bus will be approximately 30 minutes late this morning. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
Due to the forecasted snowfall for this afternoon, we will have an early release. Students will be dismissed at 12:30pm. TCTC students will be dismissed in Dexter at 12:30. Drive Safely.
Baseball and Softball shops close tonight at midnight! Last chance to get your baseball and softball merch for the upcoming season!
Softball - https://bit.ly/3R311HL
Baseball - https://bit.ly/4kpdrXO
In preparation for transitioning from iPads to laptops in 3rd grade, our 2nd graders are diving into keyboard training! With guidance from GCS Technology Coordinator Tianna Breau, they’re building essential typing skills to set them up for success. Keep up the great work, 2nd grade!
GCS students recently had an incredible adventure on the annual BKL Ski Trip to Medawisla Lodge! Through multi-agency coordination of after school lessons, students have been building and refining their cross-country skiing skills, culminating in this exciting trip.
It has been amazing to see their determination and progress, especially the youngest skiers who tackled the trails with bravery and enthusiasm.
Despite the wicked winter weather—and some students just learning Nordic skiing this year—the trip was a grand success! Participants even had a surprise moose sighting on the drive up!
A huge thank you to Suzannah Sinclair of NREC, Genevieve Trafelet of AMC, and parent volunteers for your efforts in making this experience possible!
The boys soccer state champions apparel store is open until Friday evening so you have one more opportunity if you missed out on the state champs gear: Check it out with this link!
https://bit.ly/3DsXSOd
Reminder: Thursday, 3/13 is an early release at 11:30 for all students, including TCTC. Parent-Teacher Conferences: 12-2:30PM & 5-8PM (PreK-5 by appt, 6-12 drop-in). Grade 5-8 Ski is Friday, 3/14—full day on the slopes! ALL students will return to campus on the bus for dismissal at 2:15PM—no one stays on the mountain,
Reminder: Baseball meeting tonight at 5:30 in the auditorium. This will be quick and is in large part to gauge commitment from the students and to meet your coaches. If you can't make it but intend to play and you are in grade 5-12 please email me josh.guay@ghslakers.org . Thank you!
Please make sure your child comes to school with proper winter gear for recess, including a hat, coat, mittens, snow pants, and boots. Students go outside daily, and proper clothing keeps them warm, comfortable, and safe. Thank you for your help!
Due to the rain storm, Grade 5 through 8 ski at Big Moose tomorrow - March 6 has been rescheduled to Friday, March 14. Students will have a regular day of classes tomorrow.
Preschool and Kindergarten screenings will be here before we know it! For an appointment call 695-2666 ex 1
Here is a link to the live stream of tonights all-star games! Go Lakers!
https://www.youtube.com/live/BqEKV7CgIp8
Baseball/Softball Update: I'm very pleased to say that for the first time in a couple of years GCS will have baseball and softball teams at both the MS and Varsity levels! Parents this will most likely mean 8th grade students moving up to play varsity and 5th grade students moving up to play MS. We will hold a baseball informational meeting on Thursday March 6th @ 5:30 PM in the auditorium. This meeting will be for grades 5 - 12. I will post details about a softball meeting in the coming days.
Exciting news for our varsity athletic programs!
Mr. Beverly and his High School US History 1 class traveled to historic sites in and around the Boston area before February break. Pictured here, students are seen touring the Massachusetts State House.
"The GCS Camden Conference Club was pleased to be able to attend the 2025 Camden Conference live and in-person from February 21st to February 23rd at the Camden Opera House.
Over the February 12-23 weekend, students were able to connect with peers from throughout the state, meet and pose questions to renowned speakers from around the world, and learn more about democracy and its importance in global affairs.
Among the speakers in this year's conference were Maria Ressa, co-winner of the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize; John Shattuck, former United States Ambassador to the Czech Republic; David Brancaccio, host of the Marketplace Morning Report; and Colin Woodard, winner of the 2012 George Polk Award in Journalism and finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize in Explanatory Reporting (pictured with GCS students Gabby Ur, Willow Henderson, and Ethan Brown).
In addition to the Camden Conference sessions, students were able to visit the Farnsworth Art Museum in Rockland, try local oysters for the first time, and stay overnight in a hotel near the ocean.
It was a wonderful experience for the students, and the GCS Camden Conference Club appreciated the support of the GCS administration and community to make the trip possible."
Baseball and Softball apparel stores are open for a limited time! Check them out!
Softball - https://bit.ly/3R311HL
Baseball - https://bit.ly/4kpdrXO
Reminder to student athletes and parents. Now that winter sports are complete please return your uniforms as soon as possible please! Time to start looking forward to spring and spring sports!