Knight News
Grand Forks Central High School - April 1, 2022
Central's Main Office (701)-746-2375
A Look Ahead
April 4 - Booster Club Meeting - 7:00 PM - Media Center
April 6 - Early Release - 1:00 PM (PLC Day)
April 15th - 18th - NO SCHOOL - Holiday Break
April 20th - Early Release - 1:00 PM (PLC Day)
April 27th - Senior Awards Night - 7:00 PM
May 2nd - Booster Club Meeting - 7:00 PM - Media Center
May 2nd - Spring Jazz Concert - 7:00 PM - Auditorium
May 4th - Early Release - 1:00 PM (PLC Day)
May 7th - Prom
May 16th - Spring Band Concert - 7:00 PM - Auditorium
May 18th - Early Release - 1:00 PM (PLC Day)
May 30th - NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
May 31st - Last Day of School for Seniors
June 1st - 2nd - Semester Testing Schedule
June 2nd - Last Day of School for Grades 9 - 11
June 3rd - Graduation Practice - 10:00 AM - Alerus Center
June 5th - Graduation - 1:00 PM - Alerus Center
GFC Volunteer Spotlight
Mike's contributions are too numerous to list, but if you have attended extra-curriculars at GFC, you have likely seen Mike at the game helping in some fashion. From setting up at Cushman Field or Eagles Arena to stocking the concession stands as a member of GFC Boosters, Mike is that guy who is always ready and willing to help out.
Terry Paukert
Terry is deeply involved in coaching youth hockey and tennis in the Grand Cities. During his 34 year teaching career, Terry served in numerous positions as a football, hockey and tennis coach. Since his retirement in 2012, Terry has spent countless hours conducting clinics and off season drill programs for area youth. He has also been a volunteer tennis coach for the past three years.
Submissions Wanted: Spotlight on Volunteers
Help us recognize and celebrate the impact our amazing volunteers have at Grand Forks Central! Anyone who has contributed their time and efforts towards student success at GFC can be submitted. Please include a description of why you believe this person should be recognized as we would like to include testimonials. Submissions should be sent to Kristin Wilcox at kwilcox200@mygfschools.org and will be accepted throughout the school year for inclusion in this new newsletter feature.
Gearing Up For Post Prom 2022!
Grand Forks Centrals Post Prom Event will be held on Saturday May 7th at Northern Air Family Fun Center.
- The event will run from 11:30 pm-2:30am.
- Doors close at 12:30am.
- Post Prom is a drug and alcohol-free event with a zero-tolerance policy set by the GF Public Schools.
- All Juniors and Seniors, whether they attend prom or not are invited to the Post Prom Event. Sophomores and freshmen who are the guest of upperclassmen at prom ARE welcome to attend the Post Prom Event.
- The cost of the event is $15 per student if pre-registered and $20 if registering at the door. We highly recommend the students to pre-register in order to keep things running smoothly the day of the event.
- We do have a limited scholarship amount that can be used for those in need to attend this event. Please contact either Jennifer or Lori for the scholarship.
If you would like to volunteer, help is needed with chaperoning games/students, serving food and registration at the door. You can also sign up for donations that are needed with the link provided. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FA9AC28A5FBC52-central
Please send payment for the event made out to "GFC Post Prom", and mail to the address listed below. Be sure to include the students name with the payment. Payments will also be accepted at the door that evening.
If you are interested in donating to help with the cost of hosting this event, checks can be mailed to:
GFC Post Prom
C/O Jennifer Briske
501 34th Ave S
Grand Forks, ND 58201
If you have any questions, would like more information or want to arrange for someone to pick up a donation, contact either:
Jennifer Briske 701-741-1414 - jkbriske@yahoo.com
Lori Holter 701-740-7629 - holterlori@hotmail.com
We would appreciate any and all help you can give!
Spring Spirit Gear at Grand Central Station!
Parents Lead: Finding Their Passion
Research shows that when youth are engaged in healthy activities, they are less likely to abuse alcohol and other drugs. Being involved in and having a passion for something fosters skills such as communication, relationship-building, self-control, and problem-solving (among others).
When youth have something they enjoy, look forward to, and are proud of, they are less likely to turn to drugs and alcohol. Encourage your child to find their passion and to "live their no". Ask them what their interests are and do what you can to encourage and support these interests.
For more information, visit http://www.parentslead.org/.
Graduating Student's Legal Names For Diplomas
A student's legal name on the date of their graduation from GFC is how their name will appear on their diploma, transcript, the graduation program, the announcement for the Grand Forks Herald and any other graduation materials. If your student is changing their name legally prior to their graduation, you may submit copies of those documents to our office no later than May 25th. If your student has graduated early at semester time, their name at the time of early graduation will be the legal name used for all documents.
2022 Graduation Information & Deadlines
The graduation ceremony for the Class of 2022 is scheduled for Sunday, June 5, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at the Alerus Center.
Prior to graduation, there are a number of items that need to be completed. The following is a checklist of all obligations/deadlines that must be met by each student before a diploma will be presented.
May 1st
- Senior pictures are due for the yearbook. They can be turned in at any time before that date to Mr. Berglund or can be e-mailed to: centralyearbook@mygfschools.org.
May 20th
- Deadline for all bills, fees and fines to be paid.
- Deadline for all independent study, online and correspondence course work to be completed.
May 25th
- Cap & gowns will be distributed in the main office beginning on this date.
- Deadline for completion of the “Senior Survey” and the “Choice Ready Survey”. The surveys will be sent to student email accounts in early May. Early graduates will be notified about the procedure to use in completing the survey.
May 27th
- Deadline to opt out of participating in the graduation ceremony. Students who do not want to walk in the ceremony must notify Kristin Wilcox in the main office by this date. Students who opt out may pick up their diplomas and/or caps and gowns in the main office beginning on Monday, June 6th.
June 1st
- All course work, tests, and detention time must be completed.
- Final day of classes for seniors will be Tuesday, June 1st.
June 3rd
- Mandatory graduation practice is scheduled for Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Alerus Center. All graduation seniors who wish to participate in the ceremony must attend practice and must be arrive no later than 9:45 a.m. Students should park in the east parking lot and enter the main hallway using door #6. If you have a school sponsored event that conflicts with graduation practice, you must inform Mr. Strandell prior to June 3rd that you will miss practice.
June 5th
- Graduation Ceremony begins at 1:00 p.m. at the Alerus Center. Students must report to the holding area no later than 12:15 p.m. All students who participate in the commencement ceremony are expected to dress in an appropriate manner. The cap, gown, tassel, and shoes are all required. No other personal additions will be allowed other than school-issued stoles of honor without prior permission from administration.
Only students who have completed their graduation requirements will participate in the graduation ceremony. The list of students who will be participating in the ceremony will be finalized on Wednesday, June 1, 2022.
Scholarship Opportunities
Seniors...have you visited the online scholarship listing on the GFC website? This list is a compilation of scholarship information that has been made available to us. Please check out the list and the many opportunities for scholarships by clicking the link below!
Seniors! If you took a dual credit class, see the flyer below!
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.Online Sports & Activity Fee Payments
Please pay all student activity fees online through MySchoolBucks.com. There is a small surcharge fee when depositing money into your student's lunch account, however, there is no additional surcharge fee when paying for sports and activity fees, bus tickets and other products from the school store.
Create your free account today and never worry about having to send cash/checks to school with your student again. Visit myschoolbucks.com or download the app today to get started!
Senior Yearbook Photo Information
Senior photos for the 2021-2022 GFC Yearbook can be submitted to: centralyearbook@mygfschools.org.
- Submitted digital images should be 300 DPI.
- Baby/Childhood photos can also be submitted. If you need a photo to be scanned, you can put it in Mr. Berglund’s mailbox and it will be returned after it is scanned (make sure your name is on it and it’s in an envelope).
Grand Forks Central High School Senior Portrait Yearbook Policy:
Every graduating senior student is permitted to turn in a portrait photo for reproduction in the Grand Forks Central School yearbook.
- The deadline for senior portrait submission is May 1, 2022
- Students should submit a vertical or square photo (not horizontal). Note: Full body shots may be cropped.
- Only single-subject photos are allowed.
- Accessories (i.e. hats, scarves, jewelry) and props (i.e. sports equipment) are permitted in the submitted photos as long as they do not promote or condone illegal activity. Senior portraits of questionable content will be shown to school administration for final approval.
- Portraits of students with weapons will not be published.
Note: If you did not have a senior photo taken and do not plan to take one, I can take a good picture of you. We want to include everyone and I have done this many times in the past. Just stop by my classroom (#22) and we will set up a time.
If you would like to order a 2021-2022 GFC yearbook, go to this website:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=55338
Mr. Matt Berglund
GFC Yearbook Adviser
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
20-21 Extra Yearbooks for Sale
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.
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.
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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