George Ranch H.S.
Sunday Longhorn News 10-18-2020
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Website: https://lcisd.org/campuses/georgeranchhs/home
Location: 8181 FM 762 Road, Richmond, TX, USA
Phone: 832-223-4200
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Twitter: @WeAreGRHS
ALL GRHS STAFF AND STUDENTS MUST BE PROPERLY WEARING A MASK AT ALL TIMES IN THE BUILDING (EXCEPT WHEN SEATED AT LUNCHES).
A Message From Heather Patterson, GRHS Principal
Hello GRHS Longhorns,
Our 2nd six weeks is a shorter one (only 5 weeks) please make sure you are staying on top of your assignments so you aren't surprised at the end.
We are already STRETCHING into the time to choose the 3rd six weeks learning modality. Please do not miss the deadline (October 23rd) if you are wanting your Longhorn to join us back face to face in the 3rd six weeks! The Learning Model Change Form for secondary students for the third six weeks is available in Skyward Family Access. The deadline for requesting a change in learning model for the third six weeks is Friday, Oct. 23. No changes in learning model will be accepted after Oct. 23, as we must plan for master schedules, classroom space, virtual instruction and how to best meet the needs of our longhorns. (Please see the email sent on October 14th from the district for more information).
GRHS Student Driver Warning:
If you are not being safe and adhering to the flow patterns in the parking lots at arrival and dismissal each day your parking privileges will be suspended. We have had a couple of (thankfully) minor fender benders just this past week because students are not being patient, looking at phones, and just not being safe by following the parking lot procedures. I refuse to have anyone hurt because you want to be out of the parking lot 5 minutes earlier, so please make sure you are following the rules and practicing safety. Thanks for your help!
Construction on our new multi-purpose room (next to main gym outside entrance) will begin the week of October 26th. What does this mean? They will need additional space to store construction materials/equipment so the 3 rows of parking spots directly in front of outside entrance will be shifting down by 18 spots. Students in these spots will be informed during lunches this week and given a new parking spot tag as this will be a permanent move due to construction not being finished until June of 2021. The OUTSIDE main gym entrance will be closed off and students will be directed to use one of the alternate entrances to enter the building starting October 26th. New sidewalks are being poured and safety striping is being added in the next two weeks. New signage will be added to inform everyone, including visitors/spectators coming to cheer on our Longhorns in the gyms of where the entrances will now be.
AP Registration is now OPEN! Students currently enrolled in an AP course need to log into Total Registration to pay for your AP exam by October 31st! (see info below)
YEARBOOK Picture Day for Virtual Learners, Face to Face Make-Ups, and Staff Make-Ups will be October 28th, 1 pm-630 pm (SEE DESIGNATED TIME SLOTS BELOW)
Please sign up for a specific time slot below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B49AFAB2AA7FA7-lifetouch
Lifetouch on campus from 1 pm to 6:30 pm on Wednesday, October 28th in the Auxillary Gym for the following:
--Underclassmen make-up photographs from 1pm to 3:30pm
--Staff original or make-up pictures from 1 pm to 4 pm.
--Underclassmen Virtual Learners’ photographs from 4 pm until 6:30pm (use the link to sign up)
Thank you so much to all our parents and students reaching out to your Assistant Principal for questions and assistance. Please CONTINUE to email your (or your student's) Assistant Principal , as they can assist you the quickest.
Admin contact info:
Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Dan) ccuellar@lcisd.org
Brian Forshee -Associate Principal (Alpha Split Dao-Hov) bforshee@lcisd.org
Jessie Eilenstine Assistant Principal (Alpha Split How-Mom) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org
Judy Momanyi - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Mon-Sac) judith.momanyi@lcisd.org
Quantas Floyd Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Sad-Z) qfloyd@lcisd.org
Counselors contact info:
Jamie Rufo (alpha split A-Dan) jrufo@lcisd.org
Stacey Richards (alpha split Dao-Hou) stacey.richards@lcisd.org
Abraham Vil (alpha split Hov-Mom) abraham.vil@lcisd.org
Marci Macha Dual Credit & (alpha split Mon-Sac) mamacha@lcisd.org
Ashley Hunt (alpha split Sad-Z) ashley.hunt@lcisd.org
Carin Reeves 504/AP creeves@lcisd.org
Included in this edition of our GRHS Longhorn News:
- Character Counts COLOR out this week! (see flyer)
- New Construction - Multi-Purpose Room - Starts October 26th
- BOND 2020 Info -Early voting now open!
- Service Cord Requirements and Reminders
- Boys Basketball Tryouts - October 28th-30th
- Picture Retakes and Make Ups - October 28th - Save the Date!
- AP Test REGISTRATION and payment DUE OCTOBER 31st!
- Early Pick-Up Procedures (stay in your car and call number on flyer)
- Virtual Learner Info - Synchronous days Zoom calendar (again)
- GRHS Band Booster Membership link!
- Lariettes and Belles Booster Club Link & Spirit Shirts.
- ABC Membership Link!
- PTO membership info!
- Transcript and VOE Requests Procedures Below!
It's Character Counts Week...get your COLOR ON Longhorns!
Congrats Dr. Lazar! Lamar CISD has selected her to be the District’s next Career and Technical Education (CTE) Director.
Congrats and well wishes to our very own Dr. Kayse Lazar as she moves on to her next adventure! We will miss her at the Ranch, but are so proud of her and can't wait to see her soar as she supports our CTE department at the district level! If your child's Assistant Principal was Dr. Lazar, in the interim you will be reaching out to Brain Forshee, GRHS Associate Principal, for assistance until we have a replacement. His email is bforshee@lcisd.org
Kayse has served in education for the past eleven years, most recently as an assistant principal of George Ranch High School. Prior to this, Lazar served as an Instructional Coordinator at Terry High School. Lazar also has experience teaching math out of District.
She received her undergraduate degree from Louisiana Tech University and her masters from the University of Houston - Victoria. Lazar received her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Sam Houston State University.
Policies and Procedures for George Ranch High School Service Cord Recognition Program 2020-2021 Academic School Year!
In response to the District’s rapid growth, the Lamar CISD School Board called for a bond election on Nov. 3. View the Bond 2020 video for more information on Propositions A, B, C, and D.
Attention all student athletes, if you are interested in trying out for 20-21 George Ranch boys basketball team the time is NOW! All freshmen and new players to the program will tryout October 28-30 Wednesday-Friday 6:30 am -7:45 am. All returning players who played last year will tryout October 28-30 Wednesday-Friday after school 5:00 pm-6:45 pm. Make sure to fill out all paperwork in RankOne and have a physical on file. Also, if you are planning on trying out please sign your name on the tryout list located on boys basketball locker room door. If you have any questions please contact Coach Henry, Coach Black, Coach Richards, Coach Brooks or Coach Garza. Go Horns!
RED RIBBON WEEK!
Save the Date! November 11th- Virtual Parent Discussion on Vaping!
YEARBOOK Picture Day for Virtual Learners, Face to Face Make-Ups, and Staff Make-Ups will be October 28th, 1 pm-630 pm
Please pre-sign for a specific time slot using this link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B49AFAB2AA7FA7-lifetouch
YEARBOOK Picture Day for Virtual Learners, Face to Face Make-Ups, and Staff Make-Ups will be October 28th, 1 pm-630 pm (SEE DESIGNATED TIME SLOTS BELOW)
Lifetouch on campus from 1 pm to 6:30 pm on Wednesday, October 28th in the Auxillary Gym for the following:
--Underclassmen make-up photographs from 1pm to 3:30pm
--Staff original or make-up pictures from 1 pm to 4 pm.
--Underclassmen Virtual Learners’ photographs from 4 pm until 6:30pm
Class of 2021 TIME IS RUNNING OUT!
Class of 2021 students are asked to make an appointment now to have their FREE portrait taken by Prestige Photography in Sugar Land. Appointments are being accepted now through Saturday, October 31st. Call 281.277-3900 and schedule the appointment.
We are STILL missing SENIORS!
Prestige takes the Senior Yearbook pictures for GRHS. These are taken during the summer and through OCTOBER 31st! THESE ARE VERY IMPORTANT because they are the pictures that are included in the GRHS yearbook.
If you do not want to buy any, no worries, you can choose an OPTION that does NOT cost you anything, but still includes your Senior in the the 20-21 yearbook.
Prestige Studio- Sugarland
13801 Southwest Frwy
281-277-3900
Sugarland,TX 77478
Phone:
(281) 277-3900
ALL Face to Face 9th, 10th, and 11th Graders took the PSAT on October 14th.! VIRTUAL 10th and 11th graders that registered took the test Saturday, October 17th! Another Virtual round of testing will happen in January.
All face-to-face 9th graders took the PSAT 8/9 on Wednesday, October 14, 2020.
Virtual 9th graders will have the opportunity to test in January 2021. In order to test in January, they need to register through the online link, coming in early December.
All face-to-face 10th and 11th graders took the PSAT NMSQT on Wednesday, October 14, 2020.
Virtual students will have another opportunity in January to test, please be looking for the link to register in my weekly news in early December.
All students will need to bring their own calculator and pencil along with ID for the test. Acceptable calculators can be found at: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/taking-the-tests/test-day-checklist/approved-calculators
The online link can be found at: https://www.lcisd.org/students-parents/testing-information
AP Registration NOW OPEN- Payment Due October 30th!
AP Registration is now OPEN! Students currently enrolled in an AP course need to log into Total Registration to pay for your AP exam. If you have taken an AP test in the past, an email was sent to you reminding you of the email you used for your Total Registration login.
If this is your first AP exam you will need to create an account in Total Registration. See flyer for details. Do not wait!!! Registration closes October 30th! See Mrs. Reeves if you have any questions.
VIRTUAL LEARNER INFO!
GRHS Virtual Learning Plan (PDF) Click below!
Canvas Support and Tech Support!
Parents needing support with CANVAS, please click the link below:
https://lcisd.org/students-parents/canvas/canvas-information
For parents needing support with TECHNOLOGY, please click the link below:
Band BOOSTER CLUB Fundraiser!
1. MASK Fundraiser - Please support the Longhorn Band with their Mask Fundraiser with masks provided by The Mask Source. If your home or office is in need of any medical-grade masks, PLEASE click this LINK to purchase or go to https://www.themasksource.net/georgeranchband/ These are going to be your regular surgical masks, N95 masks, and cloth masks and you can even order masks with our band logo! Other products are available, as well. The beauty of this product is that these masks can be ordered as singles or in bulk! Is your company ordering masks? Your daycare? Church? Maybe you have a dental appointment coming up...can you get them to order from here to show their support? A portion of every purchase goes to the band. FYI: Users MUST use the band link to have their purchases attributed to the GRHS Band.
Want to know more about what’s going on with the Lariettes and Belles?
Want to know more about what’s going on with the Lariettes and Belles? Visit our website at
The Lariettes and Belles Booster Club is excited to announce we are now offering FAN SHIRTS and more! Visit our website to purchase yours today at https://grhslbbc.com/
CAMPUS DAILY REMINDERS!
ONLY 3 PEOPLE allowed in the front office at one time due to proper SOCIAL DISTANCING PROTOCOLS. If the office is full, please wait until someone walks out and you are buzzed in. We appreciate your patience in advance!
2020-2021 Bell Schedule
2020-2021 Instructional Calendar
Have a New Driver? Need a VOE? We have you covered, even remotely!
If you are needing a VOE, we are able to help you remotely via email! See directions below. Please allow 24 hour (business day) turn around on all requests.
- Email Roberta Hall, GRHS Registrar Clerk Rhall@lcisd.org
- Include full student name and ID number
Need a Transcript? Check this out!
If you are needing a Transcript we are able to help you remotely via email! See directions below. Please allow 24 hour (business day) turn around on all requests.
Transcript for a Scholarship Application
- EMAIL Roberta Hall, GRHS Registrar Clerk rhall@lcisd.org
- Include full student name and ID number
NEW PROCESS for EARLY PICK UP PROCEDURE. Please wait in your car for your student.
GRHS Students Are Encouraged to BRING THEIR OWN Learning Device to Class Each Day if They Have One!
GRHS Admin Team Support
Even though we are not physically in the building, as always we are ready and willing to help!
We are available (via email) during regular school business hours (8:00am-4:00pm) and will be promptly getting back with you for assistance within 24 business hours.
- Please feel free to reach out to your child's Assistant Principal (alpha split by last name) for student specific concerns or assistance.
Heather Patterson - Principal hpatterson@lcisd.org
Brian Forshee - Associate Principal bforshee@lcisd.orgChris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Dan) ccuellar@lcisd.org
Brian Forshee - Associate Principal (Interim Alpha Split Dao-Hov) bforshee@lcisd.org
Jessie Eilenstine Assistant Principal (Alpha Split How-Mom) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org
Judy Momanyi - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Mon-Sac) judith.momanyi@lcisd.org
Quantas Floyd Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Sad-Z) qfloyd@lcisd.org
Nicholas Cavallo - GRHS Campus Athletic Coordinator ncavallo@lcisd.org
See the COUNSELOR CONNECT Newsletter by clicking the link below!
Counselors, CCF, and Registrar Squad
Our GRHS Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar will be ONLINE and readily AVAILABLE during regular school business hours (8:00am-4:00pm) starting July 21st via email and will be getting back with you for assistance within 24 business hours.
- From schedule questions, college questions, transcript requests, to any student concern our GRHS team is here to assist you and your child. Feel free to email them with any questions or concerns. (Alpha Split by Student LAST Name for Counselors)
Counselors:
Jamie Rufo (alpha split A-Dan) jrufo@lcisd.org
Stacey Richards (alpha split Dao-Hou)stacey.richards@lcisd.org
Abraham Vil (alpha split Hov-Mom) abraham.vil@lcisd.org
Marci Macha Dual Credit & (alpha split Mon-Sac) mamacha@lcisd.org
Ashley Hunt (alpha split Sad-Z) ashley.hunt@lcisd.org
Carin Reeves 504/AP creeves@lcisd.org
Lauren Ford - College Career Facilitator (CCF)- lauren.ford@lcisd.org
Jean Abboud -George Ranch Registrar - jabboud@lcisd.org
Counselor & College Career Canvas Resource Page! Click link below!
Follow Us on Twitter! @WeAreGRHS
GRHS Student Weekly News is Here!
Character Counts COLOR OUT DAYS this Week!
Congrats to the varsity boys placing first at the Clear Brook Run With the Wolverines XC Invitational! Getting better each day!
Our new signs are up! Thank you to the George Ranch Athletic Booster Club and all of our great sponsors for supporting Longhorn athletics!
COACHES SPORTS UPDATES!
Volleyball!
GRHS vs Fort Bend Bush - WIN!
The Longhorn Freshman-A team defeated Bush in 2 sets with scores of 25-7 and 25-16 tonight to remain unbeaten in matches as well as sets. Their record so far this season is 11-0. Way to go ladies...we are proud of you!
The Longhorn JV team defeated Bush in 2 sets with scores of 25-13 and 25-18 tonight improving their district record to 4-1. Way to go girls...we are proud of you!
The Longhorn Varsity team beat Fort Bend Bush in 3 sets with scores of 25-7, 25-8, & 25-7 tonight to remain undefeated in District! Kill leaders were juniors Logan Lednicky and Allie Sczech with 8 kills each. Serve ace leader was junior Taylor Reeves with 8 serve aces. Block leaders for the Longhorns were juniors Logan Lednicky and Allie Sczech with 3 blocks each. Senior Briana Steubing was dig leader for the night with 8 digs. Senior setter Alexandra Tennon had 17 set assists and senior setter Caitlin Kurtz had 15 set assists for the night. Serve receive leader was senior Elyssa Giries with 7 receives. Congratulations to junior #7 Taylor Reeves for being named Max Preps Player of the Match. Taylor had 1 kill, 8 serve aces, 3 digs, and 2 serve receives for the Longhorns.
GRHS vs Clements - WIN!
The Longhorn Freshman-A team has done it again! They still remain undefeated in not only matches but sets as well. Friday night they took down Clements in 2 sets with scores of 25-8 and 25-8. Their over-all record improved to 12-0 and district record is 6-0 so far this season. Solid group right here! So proud of you!
The Longhorn JV volleyball team improved to 5-1 in district play as they defeated Clements Friday night in 2 straight sets with scores of 25-19 and 25-23. Keep it going girls...we are proud of you!
The Longhorn Varsity team remains undefeated in district play with a win over Clements Friday night. The Longhorns took down the Lady Rangers in 3 straight sets with scores of 25-15, 25-12, & 25-19! Hard work pays off! We are proud of you! Congratulations senior #1 Alexandra Tennon for being named Max Preps Player of the Match versus Fort Bend Clements. Alex had 8 kills, 5 blocks, 8 digs, and 14 set assists for the Longhorns.
TENNIS!
GR vs BUSH -Win
The varsity longhorn tennis team defeated Bush 19-0. Outstanding players of the match were freshman Clay Watson and senior Caroline Morrison. Congratulations to all athletes on this big win!
GR vs. Travis- Win
The longhorn JV/Freshman tennis team defeated Travis 15-4 tonight. Outstanding players of the match were sophomore Victor Gonzalez and junior Katie Huang. These athletes fought hard during both singles and doubles matches.
GR vs. Clements-Loss
The longhorn varsity tennis team lost to a strong Clements team today 2-17. It was a good experience for our young team. We will continue growing and striving to be a little better each day.
GIRLS XC!
The girls'' varsity cross country team placed 4th overall at a very competitive Cy-Fair ISD invitational. Leading the horns to the over place was Junior Haley Harkrider placing 4th overall and ran a season best of 19:28, finishing 2nd overall and hitting a huge PR was Ava Curtis at 19:47 which puts both athletes in the top 5 all time cross country times at GRHS. Placing 3rd for the horns and running a PR of 19:53.5 was Hayley Moffett, placing 4th for our horns running a season best of 20:28 was Madison Haldiman. Rounding out the top 5 for our Longhorns was freshman Kacey Ehlen running a Personal best time of 21:26.
Congratulations to our Girls Junior Varsity Maroon Team as they won their 4th consecutive meet in a row at the CFISD Invitational. Big shout out to Marcela Martinez who ran away with the first place individual title, this makes the 3rd for Martinez as she helped lead the longhorns to first place. Finishing, 4th overall and 2nd for the team was Lilana Diaz, finishing 3rd for the team was Chrystal Osakwe, Next was Reagan Nichols and then rounding out the 5th spot was Kyleigh Smith. The Longhorns did an outstanding job running their first 5K of the season. Many personal records were accomplished. The Junior Varsity Black team ran an excellent 2 mile race and placed 3rd overall at the Cy-Fair ISD invitational B division,. Finishing 1st for our Longhorns was Freshman Anagha Surendran , next for the horns was Pamela Brown, 3rd for the team was Olivia Raymond, 4th for the team was Isabelle Keast and Rounding out the top sport for GR was Shanaje' Cummings. The girls ran well in the heat and persevered through it all.
BOYS Basketball!
*All freshmen and new players to the program will tryout each morning from 6:30 am to 7:45 am, all returning players will tryout in the evening from 5:00 pm- 6:45 pm.
*Make sure all forms are completed in Rank One and that you have a current physical on file.
*If you have any questions please see Coach Henry, Coach Black, Coach Richardson, Coach Brooks or Coach Garza. bhenry@lcisd.org