George Ranch H.S.
GRHS Longhorn News 2-5-2023
A Message From Heather Patterson, GRHS Principal
Happy Sunday GRHS Longhorns,
Happy February and Black History month! I love this quote by Jackie Robinson. It embodies what we are striving for at the Ranch, everyone has GR-eatness inside of them, and it's up to each of us to take ACTION to make a positive impact on everyone around us! Using our individual talents, skillsets, and kindness we can all take ACTION to leave people and places better than we found them!
The 23-24 course selection window is now closed, so hopefully you took ACTION during all the announcments and counselor assistance during lunches to choose your best fit classes for 23-24. We truly appreciate everyone that took care of this!
Our African American Student Association, along with their sponsors, will be hosting several learning opportunities to spotlight Black History throughout the month at the Ranch. First up this week will be daily announcements each morning from students and teachers, highlighting impactful leaders throughout history. Next week (Feb 13th-17th) they will be hosting a dress up spirit week (stay tuned for the flyer in next week's smore) as well as continuing the daily spotlight announcements and adding Friday music in between passing periods. We are looking forward to learning about and celebrating our diversity GR-eatness at the Ranch!
Looks like the GRHS Lady Longhorn Swimmers are heading back to the State competition again this year! Congrats ladies and congrats to the entire program and Coach Fontenot for another great season! Check out some of the pictures below!
Spring sports are in full swing...lots of things that you can come out and support! Let's fill those stands and get Rowdy for our teams!
ID Weekly Reminder
ID MUST be worn visibly on the top half of your body EVERY DAY! I announce this EVERY SINGLE MORNING. If you cannot find yours please scan the Blue/Yellow QR code in this newsletter, in the classrooms, or hanging in the front of the school service window to buy one. We will continue to do ID sweeps, and anyone without one will be charged $5 and given a new one. This is NOT optional, as it is part of dress code, but more importantly a safety measure so we can quickly see who belongs and who does not on campus.
Assistant Principal Support Team (ALPHA split by LAST NAME)
Assistant Principal contact info (by last name alpha split):
Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-EK) ccuellar@lcisd.org
Carrie Yanta -Assistant Principal (Alpha Split EL-LA) cyanta@lcisd.org
Jessie Eilenstine - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split LE-P) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org
Marqueshah Coy - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Q-Z) mcoy@lcisd.org
Counselor Support Team:
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
Alicia Henley-Stegent Dual Credit & (alpha split Mon-Sac) alicia.stegent@lcisd.org
Ashley Hunt (alpha split Sad-Z) ashley.hunt@lcisd.org
Carin Reeves 504/AP creeves@lcisd.org
Francheska Arias - College Career Facilitator (CCF)- francheska.arias@lcisd.org
Marci Macha -George Ranch Registrar - mamacha@lcisd.org
Nicholas Cavallo - Campus Athletic Coordinator (boys athletic questions/concerns) ncavallo@lcisd.org
Alicia Dutch - Assistant Campus Coordinator (girls athletic questions/concerns)
adutch@lcisd.org
Included in this edition of our GRHS Longhorn News:
STUCO IS HOSTING A VALENTINE'S DANCE - FEB 10TH - Right now we only have about 15 tickets sold. They will be selling ONE more day, Monday February 6th, during all lunches. If we do not have at least 100 tickets sold, we will have to cancel, and refunds will be given. If you are wanting to attend, please bring your money and get your ticket during all lunches on Monday.
LCISD is seeking feedback about the school your student attends, focusing on critical school issues such as academic preparation, student support, family engagement, school operations, and accessibility of school leaders. This survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete! Thanks for your time and Input!
Freshman & Sophomores - EOC BENCHMARKS ARE THE NEXT TWO WEEKS! Testing rooms are posted by student ID outside the LGI! Check there when you come in on Monday!
JUNIORS & SENIORS - Since most of you are not required to take one of these tests, you are to follow your regular schedule for all your classes!
If you are needing to make any appointments for your Longhorns and they are required to take one or more of these tests, please stay away from the dates below please. The EOC tests are a graduation requirement at the High School level. Please be aware that we cannot pull anyone out of class during the testing window and no lunch deliveries will be allowed, as we will be on an alternate testing schedule that day. Thanks for your understanding and help!
Struggling to pass one of your EOC exams? This is a graduation requirement, so please plan on joining us for afternoon and/or Saturday STAAR Tutorial Opportunities hosted by GRHS teachers!
Juniors!!! We’re 4 weeks away from the big day! Be sure you have signed up for your FREE SAT prep through Khan Academy!
COURSE SELECTION TIME LINE!
Summer Dual Credit Offerings! Deadline is March 3rd!
GRHS ABC - BOOTS and BLING is coming up! Don't miss out!
Parents, are you a member of the ABC? IF so, your Senior longhorn can apply for one of the 15 scholarship opportunities below!
Peru Info Meeting - February 8th!
Safety and Behavior Reminders
- Correct IDs on at all times when you enter our building.
- Your words matter...make sure what is coming out of your mouth is helpful, productive, and appropriate. You have all signed off on the student code of conduct in your beginning of year forms.
- Do not open exterior doors for ANYONE (even if you know them) - if it is locked, they must walk around and check in through the front office. There are signs posted on the door...follow them please.
- ATTENTION STUDENT DRIVERS - Please stay in your lane when entering and exiting the parking lots. Be patient, and wait your turn by alternating who pulls out next. Student driving and parking at the Ranch are just that...a privilege...not a right. There will be no more warnings, just the consequence of losing the right to drive/park at the Ranch.
- PARENTS DROPPING OFF/PICKING UP STUDENTS: Please make sure you are in a spot and NOT blocking any driveway areas so that people can get in and out of the parking lot. You cannot block any parking spaces, as this causes my staff to not be able to park, get in the building, and be on duty. Thanks!
Getting your permit? Please request your VOE using the button below!
If you are needing a VOE, we are able to help you by clicking this button below to request! Please allow 48 hour (business day) turn around on all requests. You will be picking these up in the student service window, and we will let you know when it is ready!
ATTENTION CLASS OF ’23 PARENTS/GUARDIANS! We’re happy to announce that we’ve increased the size of our 2023 Legacy Yearbook--adding 8 additional pages--giving parents/guardians of our graduates the additional space in which to place a Senior Tribute Ad! If you’d like to purchase a Senior Tribute Ad for your graduate, or upgrade the size of an ad that you recently purchased directly from Mr. T. at the school, email Mr. T. at thomas.terrando@lcisd.org for additional ad sizes available.
ATTENTION ALL LONGHORNS: Due to HIGH DEMAND we’ve ordered an additional 100 books to sell to Longhorn students, parents and community members! To order your book, go directly to Balfour.com (we cannot sell books directly through GR) and place your order and pay securely. The book will be delivered to your student in May at The Ranch!
Here is the link: https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=131949
See the visual below for help!
Please email Nurse Warner to report your child has COVID or with any questions!
RESTROOM ZONES - LOCKED DOORS - DRESS CODE!
REMINDER! Airpods, Headphones, and Earbuds only allowed during YOUR advisory and YOUR lunch time (and ONLY if you have your ID on) If you choose to bring them to school, you are solely responsible for keeping up with them.
WEARING YOUR ID IS MANDATORY EVERY DAY FOR STAFF AND STUDENTS. $5 REPLACEMENT CHARGE
Student badges will serve as the student ID and SmartTag all in one card. With this ID our GRHS students are able to ride the bus, purchase breakfast/lunch, check out library books, able to use their personal devices (phones/airpods, etc) during lunch and advisory.
Refusing to wear your ID visibly on the top half of your body, is not an option, and will result in the consequences stated on the consequence chart below. Please make sure you are wearing your OWN ID.
Every GRHS student has been gifted an ID, protective plastic cover, and lanyard. It is imperative that our Longhorns adhere to this expectation, as this is part of the daily dress code for staff and students. If you need another badge or lose this one there is a $5 replacement cost. This is NOT optional, it is part of dress code. You can pay by cash or it will be charged to your student library account, for EACH replacement you need. Please note that a hold will be placed on your semester grades, transcripts, and final exemptions if this fine is not cleared.
Need a REPLACEMENT ALREADY?
If you are needing to PURCHASE ANOTHER student ID, please use the QR code (above) to request one. You can either pay $5 cash when you pick it up, or we will charge your school library account if you do not have cash. Emails will be sent in Skyward to parent and student emails each time you are charged.
Early Pick Up Procedures - Clear Bag Policy - Consequence Chart
Please use the link below to email the GRHS Attendance Office!
2022-2023 Instructional Calendar and Bell Schedule
STUDENT Parking PASSES!
Questions and Documents that you will need to have ready when you start the ONLINE process:
- Copy of Drivers License UPLOADED (NO PERMITS allowed)
- CURRENT Insurance Card UPLOADED (with GRHS student LISTED AS DRIVER)
- Vehicle Make, Model, Year, Color, and License Plate Number
- 1st color zone selection, 2nd color zone selection.
- Parking Pass Payment Receipt UPLOADED
- Rules and Regulations Acknowledgment read and signed
If you have additional questions please contact Mrs. Mendez via email bmendez@lcisd.org
GRHS Admin Team Support
Our Admin Team is ready and willing to support! We are available (via email) during business hours and will be promptly getting back with you for assistance.
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.org
Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-EK) ccuellar@lcisd.org
Carrie Yanta -Assistant Principal (Alpha Split EL-LA) cyanta@lcisd.org
Jessie Eilenstine - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split LE-P) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org
Marqueshah Coy - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Q-Z) mcoy@lcisd.org
Nicholas Cavallo - Campus Athletic Coordinator (BOYS athletic questions/concerns) ncavallo@lcisd.org
Alicia Dutch - Assistant Campus Coordinator (GIRLS athletic questions/concerns)
mailto:adutch@lcisd.org
Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar Squad!
Linked below is our new GRHS CCMR Newsletter. A ONE STOP SHOP for all things College and Career!
The newsletter highlights:
- Important upcoming dates and events
- Setting up a meeting with Mrs. Arias
- College application resources
- SAT/ACT/TSI Testing Info
- SchooLinks resources
- and much more!
Be sure to check it out and keep the link handy! GRHS CCMR Newsletter
GPA Rank Update Timeline from our GR Registrar!
Follow Us on Twitter! @WeAreGRHS
Here’s a link to the current segment of Wrangling The Ranch, E3, entitled, “Seniors Prep for Graduation”. This video is an update on what seniors should be doing to get themselves ready for our May 17th graduation. The video features interviews with Ms. Macha, Registrar and Ms. Arias, CCM Facilitator about where seniors should be in February prior to graduation!
Academic Accolades! Congratulations to our Class of 2025 PSAT Academy new inductees! Qualification for the academy is based on outstanding student performance on the PSAT.
Akunna was elected Region IV VP of achievement and Diana was elected as a Texas STATE officer! Alice Hylton for Chapter Service Project!Maria Resendez and Ali Gaetti for Focus on Children! Patrick Bryan, Cameron Chang and Kennedy Runions for Professional Presentation! Congrats FCCLA!
AP Spanish Longhorns read books to bilingual students and formed fast friendships at Culver Elementary today! #WorldReadAloudDay2023
The George Ranch HS Indoor Percussion group performed their 2023 show at the TCGC North Shore Contest on Saturday. They won first place in their division! Congratulations to these hard working students!
Students in Ms. Hollek’s A&P class began building muscular systems on mannequins today. Love the hands on and student centered learning!
Mrs. Witt had to shout out her fav culinary duo! They prepared and delivered gumbo to her classroom door, a perfect treat for this cold and rainy weather! #CTEROCKS #CulinaryLonghorns
Deer Park CDE Contest last week! It may have been cold & rainy - but they were ready!
Congratulations to our Longhorns that are committed to going on to the next level to compete! National Signing Day at the Ranch! #WeAreGR
Girls BasketBall - Senior Night at the Ranch with a win vs Dulles 49-39!
Your Region V-6A girls 200 freestyle relay champs are heading back to State! Kadyn is your Region V Silver medalist and punched her ticket to the State Meet in the 100 backstroke and Annie is the new Longhorn Girls 50 freestyle record holder! Congratulations to Ava Light on her 100 breast, she dropped time 3 swims in a row! Congrats to all of you...and let's get that State Hardware now!
JV and Varsity softball had a solid showing in their match up against Lamar. Great team effort and growth was seen from both sides. Teams take on West Columbia on the road Tuesday as scrimmages continue this week. Big congratulations going out to senior, Mariah Garner, as she signed with FMU last week. We are beyond proud of her!!
Great job to our boys Varsity team on placing 3rd overall at the Clear Brook Wolverine Relays! Congrats to Ife Famogun, Joaquin Barlow, Kevin Odikpo, & KJ McGuire placing 2nd overall in the 4x100 Relay at the Wolverine Relays with a time of 42.35. Great job to our boys DMR on placing 4th overall at the Clear Brook Wolverine Relays - let’s goooo Derrick, Travis, Parker and Ife!
On Friday, February 3rd, your lady longhorns traveled to Clear Brook High School to compete in the Wolverine Winter Relays. With beautiful weather for an early February meet, your Lady Longhorns had an exceptional meet with 58 total points and earned 1st place out of 14 teams. Points are allotted to the following outstanding athletes: 1st place in the 4x1600 meter relay by Madison Haldiman, Sophia Nguyen, Ava Lorber, and Ashley Pierson. 2nd place in the 4x100 meter relay by Samantha Smith, Journie Franklin, Adebola Iyiola, and Ela Azuike. 1st place in the 4x800 meter relay by Madison Haldiman, Sophia Nguyen, Cassie Alvarez, and Kianna Stamps. 6th place in the 100-meter hurdles by Amber Affam, 7th place to Raina Thomas, and 8th place to Andrea Gutierrez. 5th place in the Swedish relay by Raina Thomas, Sally Evbumowan, Samantha Smith, and Sarah Ojinnaka. 1st place in the distance medley relay by Sophia Nguyen, Madison Haldiman, Cassie Alvarez, and Ashley Pierson. And last but not least, 1st place in the 4x400 relay with impressive runs by Adebola Iyiola, Journie Franklin, Ela Azuike, and Yfem Stephens.
Huge congratulations to sophomore Dominic for bringing home a wrestling district championship! 1st year trying it and he comes home with hardware!
The Girls' Junior Varsity UIL District 9-6A wrestling tournament took place at the Merrell Center on Thursday, Feb. 3. The girls took on Katy ISD and were able to Finish 3rd overall. Placing 4th were Natalia Martinez, Jasmine Markey and Taylor Gregg. Placing 2nd were Aubrey Weiman, Brooke Richardson, Isabella Hernandez and Dajah Hegger-Brger. Every member of the team placed in the tournament!
The boys' Junior Varsity UIL District 9-6A wrestling tournament took place at the Merrell Center on Thursday, Feb. 3. The boys took on Katy ISD and were able to Finish 3rd overall. Placing 6th were Tayab Rana and Emmitt Howard. Placing 5th were Anderson Wright and Michael O'Shea. Placing 4th was Roger Tristan. Placing 3rd were Liam Nunez, Tuck Wray and Jaden Carter. Your Boys' JV district champions were Hayden Kirby, Anthony Lenette, Carlos Perez and Matt Reed.
GIRLS SOCCER!
Girls soccer picks up two wins this week against Hightower and Dulles. Sunshine or Cold weather, the girls are getting it done! #wearegr #ohoh
BOYS SOCCER!
Boys varsity soccer defeated Dulles 3-2. Javi Salazar scored twice. Armani Obasi with a goal as well. Goalie Gregor Jones stopped a late PK to preserve the win.
