Hornet Buzz
April 24, 2022
Message from the Principal
Dear Hornet Nation,
There will be a senior graduation meeting this Wednesday, April 27 during second period. We will review the graduation packet and important information needed for the June 2 ceremony. Information will be available online for those not able to attend.
In an attempt to encourage students to be on time for class, the MTSS committee has devised a "reverse blitz" to acknowledge students who are on time for class. Check out the information below on the "Reverse Blitz" and how it will work. We will start unannounced reverse blitzes this week, so be prepared.
Have a great week and remember...We Are....Great Mills!
Dr. Heibel
Principal
AP Exams Are Coming!
AP Students and Parents,
We are quickly approaching AP Exam Testing Season. Please click on our AP Exam Letter link to learn more information for next steps and supplies you must bring to be prepared for your exam administrations. As you prepare with your study plan, please remember to eat and sleep properly! Your brain requires proper nutrition and rest so you can test your best. You've got this Hornets!
Senior Class Updates
-There will be a senior graduation assembly meeting this Wednesday, April 27 during second period. Seniors are asked to bring their laptops to complete the senior survey if they have not done so already.
Graduation Information
Graduation: June 2
Time: 10:00 am (Gates open at 8:30 am to parking and the stadium)
Place: Great Mills Hornet Stadium
Tickets: 4 per student
Graduation Requirements
In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, each student must meet all graduation requirements prior to the ceremony. See your guidance counselor if you have any questions or concerns.
*Parking is limited. Each student will receive one parking permit per family. Families are encouraged to carpool as we do not have enough spaces to accommodate multiple drivers per family on campus. Satellite parking will be made available with buses making the trip from Chancellors Run Regional Park to Great Mills High School throughout the morning and after the ceremony. Detailed information will be made available soon.
**A change from the stadium as a result of bad weather will be made by 6 pm on June 1 at the latest. Plan B will take place in the school's auditorium over three sessions. More information will be made available in the coming weeks.
Student Kindness Survey
As part of the kindness grant the school received, we would like for each student to complete this brief survey on kindness. The survey is written in English as well as Spanish. We would appreciate everyone completing this survey if you have not done so already.
English - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5M98MF7
Spanish - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BB755TC
Career Center News
CSM Enrollment Day
We are hosting a “CSM Enrollment Day” for all Great Mills Seniors on Thursday, April 28th. Students will meet with a CSM enrollment advisor, review transcripts and SAT/ACT scores (not required), plan appropriate courses based on intended major, and register for Fall classes. (Please remember to bring your laptop). If you are interested in attending the CSM Enrollment session reserve a time slot by clicking this link Sign Up.
Senior End-of-Year Questionnaire
All SENIORS are required to complete the following survey. This information will be used for the graduation program. Every senior must complete this form by May 16th, 2022.
Congratulations to Marcus Wade on enlistment into the Marines.
Alexandra Marks has been accepted to Chatham University, where she will play on the girls lacrosse team in the fall. GO COUGARS!
Bronte Pepper-Hicks has been accepted to Delaware State University, where she will play on the girls soccer team in the fall. GO HORNETS!
John's Hopkins Track and Field Invitation Meet
12th Annual STEM Senior Showcase Thursday, April 28, 2022 5-7 pm GMHS Cafeteria
Prom
PROM TICKET SALES!
- Tickets go on sale for Seniors, April 19th
- Tickets go on sale for Juniors, April 25th
- No tickets may be purchased after Monday, May 9th!
- All tickets MUST BE purchased through the school bank
- Ticket prices are $45 for students paying with cash and $48 for students paying with a credit card
- ALL STUDENTS must complete the Prom Ticket Purchase Form before they can purchase a ticket. This will count as your receipt and guest form as well.
- The Prom Ticket Purchase Form includes any Guest information.
- If your Guest DOES NOT go to GMHS, your must have your AP approve your guest before you may purchase your ticket
- Prom Purchase Forms (yellow forms) can be picked up at any time outside of the school bank
THANK YOU and we look forward to hosting an Enchanted Evening on May 14th at Mary's Hope!
Tutoring Available
Tutoring:
NHS tutors are available to help you find success in the classroom!
Use this link to sign up for tutoring.We have tutors available both during and after school to accommodate all schedules.
Mental Health and Wellness Resources
NEED TO BE ABSENT FROM SCHOOL?
Laptops
Technology and Resource Accountability:
No Food Deliveries
For Our Spanish Speaking Families
¡Saludos! Para leer en español, hay un botón para traducir en la esquina superior derecha de los anuncios de Smore cuando se abre por primera vez. Pueden hacer clic en el botón y después selecciona de la lista de lenguas disponibles
Great Mills High School
Email: mjheibel@smcps.org
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/gmhs/
Location: 21130 Great Mills Road, Great Mills, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 863-4001
Twitter: @GMHS_SMCPS