May 31-June 5
We have 10 days of school remaining!
Our Q4 Alternative Learning Showcase is tomorrow (Thursday 6/1) from 3:30-5:30 PM, with our end-of-year awards ceremony at 4:30PM.
We'll have pizza, parent/teacher conferences, alternative learning project displays and more.
And at 5:30, join us in Midway Peace Park (right behind GPHS) to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the park opening in June of 2021. More info about tomorrow is discussed in more detail in this issue of The Lens.
You can also plan ahead for 6/12 by reviewing graduation details that are in this issue.
We're so proud of our 2023 graduates, and we hope to see you tomorrow.
Join us tomorrow! Gordon Parks High School Q4 Alternative Learning Showcase June 1st, 3:30-5:30
Each quarter we celebrate learning by hosting a community gathering at GPHS called our "Alternative Learning Showcase." Tomorrow, we will have food & drink and info about our exciting Quarter 4 learning projects, such as "Beyond The Bin."
GPHS Student Awards
At tomorrow's Alternative Learning Showcase, we will be recognizing award-winning students such as our Rotary "Student of the Month" winners. We've had this student recognition system for a number of years. At the end of each school calendar year, we also review the list of "Student of the Month" winners and select one for a $500 scholarship which will be announced on 6/1.
2022/2023 "Student of the Month" winners:
September: Joseph Dorbor
October: Nu Chai Xiong
November: Tysean Nelson
December: Zariyah Bierman-Bell
January: Drauhli Yang
February: Chakong Vue
March: Camari Layrock
April: Abdiqani Ali
May: Tierra Walker
June: Magnolia Thapaw
↕ MATH & ART PROJECTS FROM MR. ZANG'S CLASSES↕
GPHS Graduation June 12th
Gordon Parks High School 2023 graduation
Location: The O’Shaughnessy, 2004 Randolph Ave, St Paul, MN 55105, USA
Time: 5:30. Click this link for a map.
Congratulations to Gordon Parks graduates who will walk on June 12th.
New in 2023...GPHS graduation will not require tickets.
CREDIT RECOVERY DEADLINE REMINDER: Credit Blitz, Credit Recovery Network & Evening High School (ALL MUST BE COMPLETE BY 5PM 6/1)
INFO FOR GRADUATING SENIORS (Please read & review)
Last Day for June Graduating Seniors & Last Day for School Course Deadlines----deadline Wednesday June 7th at 3:00 PM all academic coursework MUST be turned in. PBL must also be completed.
SENIOR CELEBRATION----JIMMY JOHN'S LUNCH & OPTION OF DO-IT-YOURSELF PHOTOS----FRIDAY, JUNE 9TH AT 12:30 @ Gordon Parks Gymnasium.
SENIOR REQUIREMENT---- FINAL CHECKOUT W/ YOUR COUNSELOR----FRIDAY, JUNE 9TH AT 12:30
SENIOR CAP & GOWN DISTRIBUTION & YARD SIGN----FRIDAY, JUNE 9TH AT 12:30
GRADUATION REHEARSAL---- MONDAY, JUNE 12TH AT 11:00 AM AT ST. CATHERINE COLLEGE IN O'Shaughnessy HALL
JUNE GRADUATION---MONDAY, JUNE 12TH ARRIVE AT 4:45 PM AT ST. CATHERINE COLLEGE IN O'Shaughnessy HALL
AFTER SUMMER SCHOOL OR AUGUST GRADUATION CEREMONY---THURS., AUG. 24 AT ST. CATHERINE COLLEGE IN O'Shaughnessy HALL (TIME TBD).
ST. CATHERINE COLLEGE IS ALSO KNOW AS ST. KATE'S COLLEGE. We will be sending two more emails. One will contain more specifics about our June graduation ceremony, and we will also send another email about summer school.
REMEMBER YOU MUST CHECK-OUT WITH YOUR COUNSELOR IN ORDER TO GRADUATE AND IN ORDER TO GET YOUR DIPLOMA!
2nd Anniversary Celebration of Midway Peace Park
Join us from 5:30-7:00 for the 2nd Anniversary Celebration of Midway Peace Park.
We'll have free Jonny Pops, donated by Kowalski's.
Where: Midway Peace Park: 416 Griggs Street, St. Paul, MN 55104
When: 5:30-7:00
Title I Info
At our upcoming conferences, parents & guardians can learn more about GPHS' Title I programs, with specific info about:
SCIP Review (School Continuous Improvement Plan)
Compact Review
Family Engagement Plan
COUNSELOR CORNER (info for August grads)
August grads and all other seniors MUST continue making academic progress and attending their classes until the LAST DAY of SCHOOL, WEDS. JUNE 14TH!
EARN ELECTIVE CREDITS VIA WORK EXPERIENCE
Students!
Do you need elective credits? Do you have a part-time job?
Did you know you can earn 2 credits per quarter for working after school?
To take advantage of the work experience program, the first step is to check with your counselor to see if you still need electives. If so, he will direct you to Mr. Iwen, the Work Experience Coordinator who can get you set up with the paperwork and information you need for work experience credit.
This is a great way to earn credit for something you might already be doing!
If you are interested in work opportunities or need help searching and applying for jobs talk to Mr. Iwen in room 1109.
Please click the "One IMPORTANT REMINDER: Click the link below to do your annual update of your info for this school year.
SOCIAL WORKER INFO
I recognize that we are still experiencing challenging times with the pandemic, racism, and economic uncertainty. As we stand together through these times, let us think about the African proverb, It Takes a Village, We are the village. An entire community of people. I can't wait to connect with you and find out what your goals are. As we start the year, please remember that I'm here to support you, you can be successful, and we are having a fantastic year!
