Mrs. Miller's Weekly Update
December 5th - December 11th, 2022
I saw the posting above on Facebook, and I thought it was a great reminder for parents. So, despite the grammatical errors that make me CrAzY, I want to share this message with you.
Yes, kids of all ages like presents. And as our kids get older, the price tag seems to grow, too. It can be overwhelming to think of how much everything costs, how to come up with the extra money, and if our kids will be disappointed if they don't get what they want. Luckily with high school aged kids, we don't have to worry much about "Santa" disappointing them, but the parental guilt is real. I've felt it myself.
However, as the story above mentions, what people of all ages enjoy and remember most are the moments...the memories. And creating those special moments and lasting memories doesn't have to be expensive; it can even be free.
Please remember that idea as the holiday season approaches. Your kids want to spend the holidays with YOU, and that is better than any present under the tree. Give them your time and attention, and I challenge you to create a new tradition that they will cherish for years to come.
As we get closer to the holiday break, I will share with you a tradition my mom started over 40 years ago. Money was tight and she wanted my siblings and me to have a good Christmas. It was not until her funeral many years later that I learned the true purpose behind this tradition. I'll save that story for another day. Stay tuned....
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COLORGUARD TEAM!
Iowa State Dance & Drill Team Competition
Their results are impressive! They earned 3rd place as a team, and Ciara Hartema, Emily Martinson, and Emily VanDusseldorp all earned Division 1 ratings on their solos!
You made us proud, Coach Osterkamp and colorguard members! CONGRATULATIONS!
GHV CHEERLEADING
Help support our cheer teams by filling the stands and showing our Cardinal pride!
WELL DONE TO OUR WRESTLERS AND BASKETBALL PLAYERS FOR THEIR PERFORMANCES THIS PAST WEEK.
COME SUPPORT OUR STUDENT-ATHLETES THIS WEEK!
Weekly Calendar
Mon., Dec. 5
Tues., Dec. 6
4:00 p.m. - JV/V G/B Basketball (H) vs. West Hancock - Athletico Night/Clear Lake
Bank & Trust Company Night
Cheer/Dance Team Performance - Halftime of Boys Basketball Game
Wed., Dec. 7
ASAP Hancock County Youth Summit - Britt United Methodist Church
Thurs., Dec. 8
6:00 p.m. - Varsity Wrestling Quad @ North Butler
Fri., Dec. 9
4:00 p.m. - JV/V G/B Basketball (H) vs. Belmond- Klemme
9:00 p.m. - Teen Council Nacho Bingo Night - HS Cafeteria (following boys varsity game)
Sat., Dec. 10
10:00 a.m. - Varsity Wrestling Tournament @ Central Springs
2:00 p.m. - JV/V G/B Basketball (H) vs. Clarion-Goldfield-Dows
Sun., Dec. 11
GHV Mat Club Wrestling Tournament