Knight News
Grand Forks Central High School - December 15th, 2021
As the close of 2021 draws near, the staff at Grand Forks Central High School would like to wish all a joyous and peaceful holiday season. Our hope is that all find comfort in the blessings of life during this time, while supporting those in need around us.
Our next edition of the Knight News will be available in mid-January, 2022.
Be well!
Jon Strandell, Principal
Central's Main Office (701)-746-2375
A Look Ahead
Dec. 15th - Early Release for PLC Day - students dismissed at 1:00
Dec. 22nd - Jan. 2nd - NO SCHOOL - Holiday Break
Jan. 3rd - School Resumes
Jan. 3rd - Booster Club Meeting - Media Center - 7:00 PM
Jan. 7th - Deadline for In-District Transfer Requests for the class of 2026
Jan. 13th - 14th - Semester Testing Days & Schedule
Jan. 14th - End of Quarter 2, End of Semester 1
Jan. 17th - NO SCHOOL - Professional Development Day
GFC Knight Outstanding Accomplishments
Band - EDC Solo Festival Awards
Greta Nelson - Outstanding Performance Award
Reid Campani - Outstanding Performer Honorable Mention
Jackson Lee - Outstanding Performer Honorable Mention
Quinn Roehl - Outstanding Performer Honorable Mention
In-District Transfer Requests
Parent's Lead: Substance Abuse Prevention Tips
WorkKeys Testing
Vacations and Other Planned Absences
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) should notify the Attendance Secretary of the absence. It is recommended to notify the school at least one week prior to the absence. Once parent/guardian notification has happened, your student may pick up a Pre-Arranged Absence Form. On the form, students will secure teacher signatures and make arrangements for their homework. All arrangements for homework for pre-planned absences are the responsibility of the student.
Please contact Amy Spicer, Attendance Secretary at GFC, by calling the Attendance Line at 701-746-2482. Parent/Guardian notes for pre-arranged absences are also accepted.
Grand Central Station - Your "Central Station" for school spirit gear!
Grand Central Station is online for convenience of shopping, just scan the QR Code and start shopping. New items are coming in all of the time, so check back often.
Christmas Wish List:
Grand Central Station also is offering this year a Christmas Wish List Shopping Guide. All you have to do is send your student in to create a wishlist. You can then send me an email asking for the list (lsalander210@mygfschools.org) or we can send the list home with your student. Then scan, shop, and pick-up your order. Shopping can be easy this year at Grand Central Station.
Grand Central Station Hours of Operation:
Open on days school is in session from 8:00 a.m. to 12:35 p.m. and 1:10 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Winter Safety Message From Safe Kids Grand Forks
Athletic Events - Live Streaming Options
Events at Purpur Arena and Eagles Arena will be streamed by the Grand Forks Park District at this link:
Verbs are the Key!
Many times our students report that when they are tested/assessed in classes or on standardized assessments (ACT), they report not being confident about what they are being asked to do to demonstrate their knowledge, despite the fact that they feel they are knowledgeable about the topic. Understanding the question or task is, at the core, about understanding the verbs being used in the question or or prompt. A goal at Grand Forks Central is to make the most commonly used verbs on assessments part of our daily practice and vernacular. We ask that parents support these efforts at home as they are able. Listed below are the verbs we have identified as those we will focus on to best prepare our students for success on assessments and in life.
GFC Power Verbs
Formulate - to express in precise form; It's difficult to formulate a plan under pressure.
Compare - to examine the qualities of to discover similarities & differences; It's best to compare prices before a big purchase.
Contrast - to examine the qualities of to discover differences; Her black dress and the white snow contrast sharply.
Predict – say or predict that something will happen in the future. I predict the Vikings will win the Super Bowl.
Describe – give an account of something, including relevant details. Cormac McCarthy describes the setting in The Road as bleak, desolate, and harmful to human life.
Evaluate – form an idea of the amount, value, or idea of. We need to evaluate our options before making a choice.
Infer – make a good guess; read between the lines; what’s the hidden meaning. From your letter, I infer that you are well.
Support - give the facts; back up with details; provide proof. The facts support your claim of innocence.
Analyze – break apart; study the pieces; look at closer; examine. It is best to analyze a situation before acting.
Summarize – give a brief statement of the main points of something. Read the article and summarize it in a paragraph.
Justify - to show or prove to be right or reasonable; You must justify your actions with solid evidence..
Claim - state or assert that something is the case; She claimed that she was a part of a wealthy, educated family.20-21 Extra Yearbooks for Sale
21-22 Yearbooks
- The 2021-2022 yearbook will be sold online again this year on the Balfour website. Please click on the link below to purchase the upcoming yearbook. https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=55338
The cost is $55. Senior pictures and senior baby pictures are due by May 1st and can be emailed at any time before that to: centralyearbook@mygfschools.org
The next GFC Booster Club meeting will be held Jan. 3rd at 7:00 PM in the GFC Media Center
Administration
Dr. Gabe Dahl - Associate Principal A-K
Mr. Mike Wilber - Associate Principal L-Z
Mr. Aaron La Deaux - Activities Director
Contact Us:
Main Office : 701-746-2375
Attendance Line: 701-746-2482
Main Office Hours 7:00 AM-4:15 PM
School Doors Open at 7:30 AM
Location:
115 N. 4th Street
Grand Forks, ND 58203
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