Greene County Tech High School

GREENE COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Tuesday, January 28, 2025 ____________________________________ The Pledge & Moment of Silence LUNCH MENU Create: General Tso Chicken Stir Fry and Brown Fried Rice 2Mato: Cheese Pizza and Supreme Pizza Grill: Cheeseburger or Hot Chicken Sandwich served with French Fries Sono: Fajita Marinated Chicken Seasoned Beef Taco Meat or Soft Shell Taco with Mexican Corn On the Go: Beef Taco Salad with Cheese 2nd Chance Breakfast: Chicken Biscuit Also remember students, we do have a closed campus for lunch. You are not allowed to check out only for lunch nor receive lunch from restaurants. STUDENT INFORMATION ACT Bootcamp will be held Tuesday, February 4. A Google Form was emailed to all students. Only complete the form if you would like to attend Bootcamp. If you sign up, you will attend all of the subject sessions. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Roush. New dates for the Atlas Spring Interim Testing will be Wednesday, February 19th-Writing and Thursday, February 20th- Reading All pageant participants can come during 8th period any day this week to practice their pageant walks. In addition, Mrs. Gage’s 8th period enrichment classes will meet in the auditorium all week. Esports preseason matches begin this week. All who wish to join a team need to see Mr. Hantke in room 313. Pay it Forward members who have previously signed up to participate in the lunch buddies program at the Primary this Thursday will need to come by Mrs. Niki's room in Pride Hall to pick up a permission slip. These will need to be signed and returned prior to leaving campus on Thursday. If this is not done, you will not be allowed to participate. Students: The Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Foundation Benefit Beauty Pageant Saturday, February 8, 2025 The 23rd Annual AMMC Foundation Beauty Pageant will be held at the Greene County Tech High School Auditorium This event is a benefit pageant and all proceeds go to the AMMC Foundation. Application & Payment Deadline is Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at noon. No exceptions. Entries will not be accepted at the door. Applications are in the office. Attention students: The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will host a Fifth quarter right after the Paragould vs. Tech Basketball game on Friday February 7th. Please make plans to come. Everyone is invited. UAMS applications are available in the counselor's office. Application deadline is Friday, March 21st. Every Thursday and Friday before First Period in Grand Hall, Troupe 7614 will be collecting "Cans for Kisses" between now and Valentine's Day! Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive a bag of kisses!!! All items will go in our school's little pantry. Students, If you don't have a note from a teacher to leave your 8th period enrichment room prior to the end of 7th period, you are to remain in your scheduled enrichment room. Teachers, Do not write any notes for students to attend your enrichment class after the end of 7th period. The last day to order a personalized yearbook is 1/31/25. You may order at Jostens.com We are seeing an increase in Pajamas Pants and House Shoes as normal clothing which is prohibited at the High School. Please do not wear these items and it is located on Page 159 in the student handbook. If you have not bought a parking pass and you are driving on campus, please come by the office and purchase one. Tickets will be issued if you are caught. Reminder: Students please come to the office to sign in when you are late and sign out when you get checked out. SENIOR INFORMATION Seniors - Please check your email for a google survey for the prom theme and name. We will be voting until Tuesday for the top two names. Then we will vote again for the top name from Wednesday to Friday this week. Seniors: Submissions are now open for the Senior Slideshow. Each senior can submit up to 5 photos. The deadline to submit your photos is March 1st. Please email your photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net and include your first and last name in the subject line. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Finley. SPORTS Students: If you have an athletic pass you must have it in hand when coming to a ball game. On big game nights there will not be an admin available to testify if you are a student. Cash is not accepted at door entry but debit, credit, cash app card, google and apple pay are accepted. Swim Meet @ Pocahontas, 5:00 p.m. Sr Girls & Boys Basketball @ Batesville, 6:00 p.m. Friday State Swim Meet @ Russellville, 8:00 a.m. Friday Sr High Girls & Boys Basketball @ Marion, 6:00 p.m.

Senior Parents, We are collecting photos for the Senior Slideshow. You may email photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net. Please list your child's first and last name in the subject line. The deadline to submit photos is Saturday, March 1st. You may submit up to 5 photos. Group photos containing several classmates are the best. If you have any questions, you can email Beverly Finley at beverly.finley@gctschools.net

GREENE COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Monday, January 27, 2025 ____________________________________ The Pledge, Moment of Silence, & National Anthem LUNCH MENU Create: Rotini with Italian Meat Sauce, Green Beans, and Garlic Texas Toast 2Mato: Cheese Pizza and Pepperoni Pizza Grill: Cheeseburger or Mozzarella & Turkey Corn Dog served with French Fries Sono: Fajita Marinated Chicken Seasoned Beef Taco Meat or Soft Shell Taco with Mexican Corn On the Go: Buffalo Chicken Salad Wrap 2nd Chance Breakfast: Pancake on a stick Also remember students, we do have a closed campus for lunch. You are not allowed to check out only for lunch nor receive lunch from restaurants. STUDENT INFORMATION New dates for the Atlas Spring Interim Testing will be Wednesday, February 19th-Writing and Thursday, February 20th- Reading All pageant participants can come during 8th period any day this week to practice their pageant walks. In addition, Mrs. Gage’s 8th grade enrichment classes will meet in the auditorium all week. Esports preseason matches begin this week. All who wish to join a team need to see Mr. Hantke in room 313. Quiz Bowl will meet in Mr. Jumpers Room Students: The 2nd 9 weeks Eagle Scholar lists are posted outside the counselor's office and in your English classrooms. Check and make sure you are on the list if you are supposed to be and if you are not, then come see Mrs. Dean as soon as possible. Students: The Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Foundation Benefit Beauty Pageant Saturday, February 8, 2025 The 23rd Annual AMMC Foundation Beauty Pageant will be held at the Greene County Tech High School Auditorium This event is a benefit pageant and all proceeds go to the AMMC Foundation. Application & Payment Deadline is Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at noon. No exceptions. Entries will not be accepted at the door. Applications are in the office. Attention students: The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will host a Fifth quarter right after the Paragould vs. Tech Basketball game on Friday February 7th. Please make plans to come. Everyone is invited. UAMS applications are available in the counselor's office. Application deadline is Friday, March 21st. Every Thursday and Friday before First Period in Grand Hall, Troupe 7614 will be collecting "Cans for Kisses" between now and Valentine's Day! Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive a bag of kisses!!! All items will go in our school's little pantry. Students, If you don't have a note from a teacher to leave your 8th period enrichment room prior to the end of 7th period, you are to remain in your scheduled enrichment room. Teachers, Do not write any notes for students to attend your enrichment class after the end of 7th period. The last day to order a personalized yearbook is 1/31/25. You may order at Jostens.com We are seeing an increase in Pajamas Pants and House Shoes as normal clothing which is prohibited at the High School. Please do not wear these items and it is located on Page 159 in the student handbook. If you have not bought a parking pass and you are driving on campus, please come by the office and purchase one. Tickets will be issued if you are caught. Reminder: Students please come to the office to sign in when you are late and sign out when you get checked out. SENIOR INFORMATION Seniors - Please check your email for a google survey for the prom theme and name. We will be voting until Tuesday for the top two names. Then we will vote again for the top name from Wednesday to Friday this week. Seniors: Submissions are now open for the Senior Slideshow. Each senior can submit up to 5 photos. The deadline to submit your photos is March 1st. Please email your photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net and include your first and last name in the subject line. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Finley. SPORTS Tuesday Swim Meet @ Pocahontas, 5:00 p.m. Tuesday Sr Girls & Boys Basketball @ Batesville, 6:00 p.m. Friday State Swim Meet @ Russellville, 8:00 a.m. Friday Sr High Girls & Boys Basketball @ Marion, 6:00 p.m. There will be a volleyball game played by the males in grades 9th-12th. This will take place in the Paragould High School Gym on Monday, February 24th. There will be two teams. The first is a varsity team, which consists of 11th and 12th graders. The second is a junior varsity team, which consists of 9th and 10th graders. The team captain for the varsity team is Ian Vasquez, and the team captain for the junior varsity team is Gavin Cupp. There will be a $10 fee to cover the cost of the t-shirt. I have attached a Google Form for those that are interested to fill out and submit. These forms need to be submitted no later than Friday, January 24th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnddlAMQl6SZpdcEWEmQvgS19u8JC-aldU5VTRE_RuiXiNUQ/viewform?usp=header

GREENE COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Friday, January 24, 2025 ____________________________________ The Pledge, Moment of Silence, & Alma Mater LUNCH MENU Create: Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, and Roll 2Mato: Cheese Pizza and Pepperoni Pizza Grill: Cheeseburger or Mozzarella & Pepperoni Panini served with French Fries Sono: Fajita Marinated Chicken Seasoned Beef Taco Meat or Soft Shell Taco with Mexican Corn On the Go: Italian Chicken & Cheese Wrap 2nd Chance Breakfast: Sausage Biscuit Also remember students, we do have a closed campus for lunch. You are not allowed to check out only for lunch nor receive lunch from restaurants. STUDENT INFORMATION Students: The 2nd 9 weeks Eagle Scholar lists are posted outside the counselor's office and in your English classrooms. Check and make sure you are on the list if you are supposed to be and if you are not, then come see Mrs. Dean as soon as possible. Students: The Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Foundation Benefit Beauty Pageant Saturday, February 8, 2025 The 23rd Annual AMMC Foundation Beauty Pageant will be held at the Greene County Tech High School Auditorium This event is a benefit pageant and all proceeds go to the AMMC Foundation. Application & Payment Deadline is Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at noon. No exceptions. Entries will not be accepted at the door. Applications are in the office. Attention students: The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will host a Fifth quarter right after the Paragould vs. Tech Basketball game on Friday February 7th. Please make plans to come. Everyone is invited. UAMS applications are available in the counselor's office. Application deadline is Friday, March 21st. Every Thursday and Friday before First Period in Grand Hall, Troupe 7614 will be collecting "Cans for Kisses" between now and Valentine's Day! Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive a bag of kisses!!! All items will go in our school's little pantry. Miss GCT Pageant registration is open! A link will be sent out in the bulletin for you to sign up online. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Gage or visit her classroom in Tradition Hall room 607. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuwn3hVlWwLkhop_Vk34U6KAJUCk0f063qC7NGa6NE1M5XsQ/viewform?usp=sf_link FAQ Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ACtPDCSKxmIn0Dui0oRtwR6zwTpRj3GOyDW_TY6yRm4/edit Students, If you don't have a note from a teacher to leave your 8th period enrichment room prior to the end of 7th period, you are to remain in your scheduled enrichment room. Teachers, Do not write any notes for students to attend your enrichment class after the end of 7th period. The last day to order a personalized yearbook is 1/31/25. You may order at Jostens.com We are seeing an increase in Pajamas Pants and House Shoes as normal clothing which is prohibited at the High School. Please do not wear these items and it is located on Page 159 in the student handbook. Reminder: Students please come to the office to sign in when you are late and sign out when you get checked out. SENIOR INFORMATION Ms. Herren has room for more "back in the day pictures". If you have any group pictures that involve several kids in your class or if you were unable to turn in pictures in the fall please email them to Ms. Herren Seniors: Submissions are now open for the Senior Slideshow. Each senior can submit up to 5 photos. The deadline to submit your photos is March 1st. Please email your photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net and include your first and last name in the subject line. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Finley. SPORTS Students: If you have an athletic pass you must have it in hand when coming to a ball game. On big game nights there will not be an admin available to testify if you are a student. Cash is not accepted at door entry but debit, credit, cash app card, google and apple pay are accepted. Varsity Basketball vs Valley View @ Home. SR Girls 6:00, SR Boys 7:15 Saturday Wrestling Tournament @ Russellville There will be a volleyball game played by the males in grades 9th-12th. This will take place in the Paragould High School Gym on Monday, February 24th. There will be two teams. The first is a varsity team, which consists of 11th and 12th graders. The second is a junior varsity team, which consists of 9th and 10th graders. The team captain for the varsity team is Ian Vasquez, and the team captain for the junior varsity team is Gavin Cupp. There will be a $10 fee to cover the cost of the t-shirt. I have attached a Google Form for those that are interested to fill out and submit. These forms need to be submitted no later than Friday, January 24th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnddlAMQl6SZpdcEWEmQvgS19u8JC-aldU5VTRE_RuiXiNUQ/viewform?usp=header

GREENE COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Thursday, January 23, 2025 ____________________________________ The Pledge & Moment of Silence LUNCH MENU Create: Baked Chicken and Jalapeno Cornbread 2Mato: Cheese Pizza and Pepperoni Pizza Grill: Cheeseburger or Chicken Sandwich served with French Fries Sono: Fajita Marinated Chicken Seasoned Beef Taco Meat or Soft Shell Taco with Mexican Corn On the Go: Ham Cobb Salad 2nd Chance Breakfast: Mini Strawberry Bagels Also remember students, we do have a closed campus for lunch. You are not allowed to check out only for lunch nor receive lunch from restaurants. STUDENT INFORMATION Students: The 2nd 9 weeks Eagle Scholar lists are posted outside the counselor's office and in your English classrooms. Check and make sure you are on the list if you are supposed to be and if you are not, then come see Mrs. Dean as soon as possible. Students: The Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Foundation Benefit Beauty Pageant Saturday, February 8, 2025 The 23rd Annual AMMC Foundation Beauty Pageant will be held at the Greene County Tech High School Auditorium This event is a benefit pageant and all proceeds go to the AMMC Foundation. Application & Payment Deadline is Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at noon. No exceptions. Entries will not be accepted at the door. Applications are in the office. Pay it Forward Club today during Enrichment will be meeting to discuss the Pay if Forward Lunch Buddy Program. Those who signed-up last week are the only ones that need to be at this meeting. A list will be emailed to teachers. Attention students: The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will host a Fifth quarter right after the Paragould vs. Tech Basketball game on Friday February 7th. Please make plans to come. Everyone is invited. UAMS applications are available in the counselor's office. Application deadline is Friday, March 21st. Every Thursday and Friday before First Period in Grand Hall, Troupe 7614 will be collecting "Cans for Kisses" between now and Valentine's Day! Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive a bag of kisses!!! All items will go in our school's little pantry. Miss GCT Pageant registration is open! A link will be sent out in the bulletin for you to sign up online. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Gage or visit her classroom in Tradition Hall room 607. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuwn3hVlWwLkhop_Vk34U6KAJUCk0f063qC7NGa6NE1M5XsQ/viewform?usp=sf_link FAQ Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ACtPDCSKxmIn0Dui0oRtwR6zwTpRj3GOyDW_TY6yRm4/edit Students, If you don't have a note from a teacher to leave your 8th period enrichment room prior to the end of 7th period, you are to remain in your scheduled enrichment room. Teachers, Do not write any notes for students to attend your enrichment class after the end of 7th period. The last day to order a personalized yearbook is 1/31/25. You may order at Jostens.com We are seeing an increase in Pajamas Pants and House Shoes as normal clothing which is prohibited at the High School. Please do not wear these items and it is located on Page 159 in the student handbook. Reminder: Students please come to the office to sign in when you are late and sign out when you get checked out. SENIOR INFORMATION Ms. Herren has room for more "back in the day pictures". If you have any group pictures that involve several kids in your class or if you were unable to turn in pictures in the fall please email them to Ms. Herren Seniors: Submissions are now open for the Senior Slideshow. Each senior can submit up to 5 photos. The deadline to submit your photos is March 1st. Please email your photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net and include your first and last name in the subject line. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Finley. SPORTS Students: If you have an athletic pass you must have it in hand when coming to a ball game. On big game nights there will not be an admin available to testify if you are a student. Cash is not accepted at door entry but debit, credit, cash app card, google and apple pay are accepted. Swim Meet @ UCA, 5:30 p.m. Dismiss students at 1:00 Friday Varsity Basketball vs Valley View @ Home. JV 5:00, SR Girls 6:00, SR Boys 7:15 There will be a volleyball game played by the males in grades 9th-12th. This will take place in the Paragould High School Gym on Monday, February 24th. There will be two teams. The first is a varsity team, which consists of 11th and 12th graders. The second is a junior varsity team, which consists of 9th and 10th graders. The team captain for the varsity team is Ian Vasquez, and the team captain for the junior varsity team is Gavin Cupp. There will be a $10 fee to cover the cost of the t-shirt. I have attached a Google Form for those that are interested to fill out and submit. These forms need to be submitted no later than Friday, January 24th.

Attention GCT Families: If you need to apply or re-apply for free/reduced meals, copy and paste this link into the URL: https://gctsd.rocketscanapps.com/ or scan the QR code in the graphic.

GREENE COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Wednesday, January 22, 2025 ____________________________________ The Pledge & Moment of Silence LUNCH MENU Create: Chicken Patty, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Roll 2Mato: Cheese Pizza and Pepperoni Pizza Grill: Cheeseburger or Hot Chicken Sandwich served with French Fries Sono: Fajita Marinated Chicken Seasoned Beef Taco Meat or Soft Shell Taco with Mexican Corn On the Go: Chicken Ranch Wrap 2nd Chance Breakfast: Convenience Item Also remember students, we do have a closed campus for lunch. You are not allowed to check out only for lunch nor receive lunch from restaurants. STUDENT INFORMATION Congratulations to the Lady Eagles and Eagles basketball teams on their conference wins over West Memphis last night. Congratulations to Shelby Carbaugh, Carissa Hollowell and Savannah Brummett for their artwork being selected in this year’s K-12 exhibition, Observing Nature, at the Windgate Museum of Art at Hendrix College in Conway. Attention students: The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will host a Fifth quarter right after the Paragould vs. Tech Basketball game on Friday February 7th. Please make plans to come. Everyone is invited. UAMS applications are available in the counselor's office. Application deadline is Friday, March 21st. Every Thursday and Friday before First Period in Grand Hall, Troupe 7614 will be collecting "Cans for Kisses" between now and Valentine's Day! Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive a bag of kisses!!! All items will go in our school's little pantry. Miss GCT Pageant registration is open! A link will be sent out in the bulletin for you to sign up online. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Gage or visit her classroom in Tradition Hall room 607. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuwn3hVlWwLkhop_Vk34U6KAJUCk0f063qC7NGa6NE1M5XsQ/viewform?usp=sf_link FAQ Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ACtPDCSKxmIn0Dui0oRtwR6zwTpRj3GOyDW_TY6yRm4/edit Students, If you don't have a note from a teacher to leave your 8th period enrichment room prior to the end of 7th period, you are to remain in your scheduled enrichment room. Teachers, Do not write any notes for students to attend your enrichment class after the end of 7th period. The last day to order a personalized yearbook is 1/31/25. You may order at Jostens.com We are seeing an increase in Pajamas Pants and House Shoes as normal clothing which is prohibited at the High School. Please do not wear these items and it is located on Page 159 in the student handbook. Reminder: Students please come to the office to sign in when you are late and sign out when you get checked out. SENIOR INFORMATION Ms. Herren has room for more "back in the day pictures". If you have any group pictures that involve several kids in your class or if you were unable to turn in pictures in the fall please email them to Ms. Herren Seniors: Submissions are now open for the Senior Slideshow. Each senior can submit up to 5 photos. The deadline to submit your photos is March 1st. Please email your photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net and include your first and last name in the subject line. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Finley. SPORTS Students: If you have an athletic pass you must have it in hand when coming to a ball game. On big game nights there will not be an admin available to testify if you are a student. Cash is not accepted at door entry but debit, credit, cash app card, google and apple pay are accepted. Thursday Swim Meet @ UCA, 5:30 p.m. Dismiss students at 1:00 Friday Varsity Basketball vs Valley View @ Home. JV 5:00, SR Girls 6:00, SR Boys 7:15 Saturday Wrestling Tournament @ Russellville There will be a volleyball game played by the males in grades 9th-12th. This will take place in the Paragould High School Gym on Monday, February 24th. There will be two teams. The first is a varsity team, which consists of 11th and 12th graders. The second is a junior varsity team, which consists of 9th and 10th graders. The team captain for the varsity team is Ian Vasquez, and the team captain for the junior varsity team is Gavin Cupp. There will be a $10 fee to cover the cost of the t-shirt. I have attached a Google Form for those that are interested to fill out and submit. These forms need to be submitted no later than Friday, January 24th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnddlAMQl6SZpdcEWEmQvgS19u8JC-aldU5VTRE_RuiXiNUQ/viewform?usp=header

Congratulations to Savannah Brummett, Shelby Carbaugh, and Carissa Hollowell. Their Artwork was chosen for the Observing Nature exhibition at the Wingate Museum of Art on the Hendrix College campus in Conway.

Mrs. Ritter’s trigonometry students used their skills with indirect measurement to find the height of specific objects at school.

GREENE COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Tuesday, January 21, 2025 ____________________________________ The Pledge & Moment of Silence LUNCH MENU Create: Buffalo Chicken Tenders, Mac & Cheese, Seasoned Broccoli, and Garlic Bread 2Mato: Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Roma Herb Blend Grill: Cheeseburger or Chicken Sandwich Sono: Fajita Marinated Chicken Seasoned Beef Taco Meat or Soft Shell Taco with Mexican Corn On the Go: Ham Cobb Salad 2nd Chance Breakfast: Chicken Biscuit Also remember students, we do have a closed campus for lunch. You are not allowed to check out only for lunch nor receive lunch from restaurants. STUDENT INFORMATION Attention students: The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will host a Fifth quarter right after the Paragould vs. Tech Basketball game on Friday February 7th. Please make plans to come. Everyone is invited. UAMS applications are available in the counselor's office. Application deadline is Friday, March 21st. Every Thursday and Friday before First Period in Grand Hall, Troupe 7614 will be collecting "Cans for Kisses" between now and Valentine's Day! Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive a bag of kisses!!! All items will go in our school's little pantry. Miss GCT Pageant registration is open! A link will be sent out in the bulletin for you to sign up online. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Gage or visit her classroom in Tradition Hall room 607. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuwn3hVlWwLkhop_Vk34U6KAJUCk0f063qC7NGa6NE1M5XsQ/viewform?usp=sf_link FAQ Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ACtPDCSKxmIn0Dui0oRtwR6zwTpRj3GOyDW_TY6yRm4/edit Students, If you don't have a note from a teacher to leave your 8th period enrichment room prior to the end of 7th period, you are to remain in your scheduled enrichment room. Teachers, Do not write any notes for students to attend your enrichment class after the end of 7th period. The last day to order a personalized yearbook is 1/31/25. You may order at Jostens.com We are seeing an increase in Pajamas Pants and House Shoes as normal clothing which is prohibited at the High School. Please do not wear these items and it is located on Page 159 in the student handbook. Reminder: Students please come to the office to sign in when you are late and sign out when you get checked out. SENIOR INFORMATION Ms. Herren has room for more "back in the day pictures". If you have any group pictures that involve several kids in your class or if you were unable to turn in pictures in the fall please email them to me: Seniors: Submissions are now open for the Senior Slideshow. Each senior can submit up to 5 photos. The deadline to submit your photos is March 1st. Please email your photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net and include your first and last name in the subject line. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Finley. SPORTS Students: If you have an athletic pass you must have it in hand when coming to a ball game. On big game nights there will not be an admin available to testify if you are a student. Cash is not accepted at door entry but debit, credit, cash app card, google and apple pay are accepted. Varsity Girls & Boys vs West Memphis @ Home. JV Boys 5:00, SR Girls 6:00, SR Boys 7:15 Wrestling at New Madrid. Please dismiss at 2:15 Thursday Swim Meet @ UCA Friday Varsity Basketball vs Valley View @ Home. JV 5:00, SR Girls 6:00, SR Boys 7:15 Saturday Wrestling Tournament @ Russelville There will be a volleyball game played by the males in grades 9th-12th. This will take place in the Paragould High School Gym on Monday, February 24th. There will be two teams. The first is a varsity team, which consists of 11th and 12th graders. The second is a junior varsity team, which consists of 9th and 10th graders. The team captain for the varsity team is Ian Vasquez, and the team captain for the junior varsity team is Gavin Cupp. There will be a $10 fee to cover the cost of the t-shirt. I have attached a Google Form for those that are interested to fill out and submit. These forms need to be submitted no later than Friday, January 24th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnddlAMQl6SZpdcEWEmQvgS19u8JC-aldU5VTRE_RuiXiNUQ/viewform?usp=header

🎉 Huge congratulations to our very own Breta Dean on being named NEA Counselor of the Year! 🏆 We are so blessed to have her at Greene County Tech High School. This award is a true testament to the incredible dedication, compassion, and excellence we see from her every single day. Thank you, Mrs. Dean, for making such a positive impact on our students, staff, and community. 💛💚

Big Thank you to Ironhorse BBQ for feeding our December students of the month. They had a great meal and great service.

Shout-out to Erik Wright and OEM for the donation of PPE. This will come in handy during flu season. Everyone stay safe and healthy...thanks again, Erik.

Reminder: GCT will be closed on Monday, January 20th. This was a built-in flex day that is not needed for snow day make-up. See you Tuesday!!

GREENE COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Friday, January 17, 2025 ____________________________________ The Pledge, Moment of Silence, & Alma Mater LUNCH MENU Create: Chicken Alfredo Pasta 2Mato: Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Wings & Fries, or Pretzel rods with Cheese Grill: Cheeseburger, Chicken Sandwich, or Spicy Chicken Sandwich Sono: Fajita Marinated Chicken Seasoned Beef Taco Meat or Soft Shell Taco with Mexican Corn On the Go: Chicken Cobb Salad 2nd Chance Breakfast: Sausage Biscuit Also remember students, we do have a closed campus for lunch. You are not allowed to check out only for lunch nor receive lunch from restaurants. STUDENT INFORMATION UAMS applications are available in the counselor's office. Application deadline is Friday, March 21st. Every Thursday and Friday before First Period in Grand Hall, Troupe 7614 will be collecting "Cans for Kisses" between now and Valentine's Day! Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive a bag of kisses!!! All items will go in our school's little pantry. Miss GCT Pageant registration is open! Early registration is from now thru Jan 19 for $35. A link will be sent out in the bulletin for you to sign up online. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Gage or visit her classroom in Tradition Hall room 607. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuwn3hVlWwLkhop_Vk34U6KAJUCk0f063qC7NGa6NE1M5XsQ/viewform?usp=sf_link FAQ Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ACtPDCSKxmIn0Dui0oRtwR6zwTpRj3GOyDW_TY6yRm4/edit Students, If you don't have a note from a teacher to leave your 8th period enrichment room prior to the end of 8th period, you are to remain in your scheduled enrichment room. Teachers, Do not write any notes for students to attend your enrichment class after the end of 7th period. The last day to order a personalized yearbook is 1/31/25. You may order at Jostens.com We are seeing an increase in Pajamas Pants and House Shoes as normal clothing which is prohibited at the High School. Please do not wear these items and it is located on Page 159 in the student handbook. Reminder: Students please come to the office to sign in when you are late and sign out when you get checked out. Come to the Counselor’s Office between class or at lunch for schedule changes. Today is the last day to change your schedule. SENIOR INFORMATION Seniors: Submissions are now open for the Senior Slideshow. Each senior can submit up to 5 photos. The deadline to submit your photos is March 1st. Please email your photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net and include your first and last name in the subject line. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Finley. SPORTS Students: If you have an athletic pass you must have it in hand when coming to a ball game. On big game nights there will not be an admin available to testify if you are a student. Cash is not accepted at door entry but debit, credit, cash app card, google and apple pay are accepted. Varsity Girls & Boys Basketball @ Nettleton, 5:00 There will be a volleyball game played by the males in grades 9th-12th. This will take place in the Paragould High School Gym on Monday, February 24th. There will be two teams. The first is a varsity team, which consists of 11th and 12th graders. The second is a junior varsity team, which consists of 9th and 10th graders. The team captain for the varsity team is Ian Vasquez, and the team captain for the junior varsity team is Gavin Cupp. There will be a $10 fee to cover the cost of the t-shirt. I have attached a Google Form for those that are interested to fill out and submit. These forms need to be submitted no later than Friday, January 24th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnddlAMQl6SZpdcEWEmQvgS19u8JC-aldU5VTRE_RuiXiNUQ/viewform?usp=header

In honor of School Board Appreciation Month, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our school board members. Your dedication and thoughtful leadership make a lasting impact on our students, schools, and community. We appreciate all that you do! #SchoolBoardAppreciation #CommunityLeaders Jason Weatherford, Audra Williams, Brad Rogers, Craig Morton, Terry Norwood, Zack McMillon, Tim Roswell

Miss GCT Early Bird Registration is due by January 19th! Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1crTQ4q9SGMVPjBrAPbidhvwhiw2IudGURFYn9uXWbwI/viewform?edit_requested=true

If you are interested in the Winter Paint Party hosted by the GCT Art Department, please see the attached flier for more information. There are a few slots still available.

GREENE COUNTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Thursday, January 16, 2025 ____________________________________ The Pledge & Moment of Silence LUNCH MENU Create: Mashed Potato & Chicken , Seasoned Corn, and Roll 2Mato: Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, or Buffalo Chicken Dip Grill: Cheeseburger, Chicken Sandwich, or Spicy Chicken Sandwich Sono: Fajita Marinated Chicken Seasoned Beef Taco Meat or Soft Shell Taco with Mexican Corn On the Go: Chicken Cobb Salad 2nd Chance Breakfast: Mini Strawberry Bagels Also remember students, we do have a closed campus for lunch. You are not allowed to check out only for lunch nor receive lunch from restaurants. STUDENT INFORMATION UAMS applications are available in the counselor's office. Application deadline is Friday, March 21st. Anyone interested in joining the Senior High Track Team will need to meet in the Grand Hall today during Enrichment with Coach Gay. The Pay it Forward Club will meet today during enrichment in Mr. Blake's room. We will be discussing our upcoming project at the Primary as well as some other important information. If you plan to participate in the upcoming events, please make plans to attend. Every Thursday and Friday before First Period in Grand Hall, Troupe 7614 will be collecting "Cans for Kisses" between now and Valentine's Day! Bring non-perishable food items to donate and receive a bag of kisses!!! All items will go in our school's little pantry. Miss GCT Pageant registration is open! Early registration is from now thru Jan 19 for $35. A link will be sent out in the bulletin for you to sign up online. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Gage or visit her classroom in Tradition Hall room 607. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuwn3hVlWwLkhop_Vk34U6KAJUCk0f063qC7NGa6NE1M5XsQ/viewform?usp=sf_link FAQ Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ACtPDCSKxmIn0Dui0oRtwR6zwTpRj3GOyDW_TY6yRm4/edit Students, If you don't have a note from a teacher to leave your 8th period enrichment room prior to the end of 8th period, you are to remain in your scheduled enrichment room. Teachers, Do not write any notes for students to attend your enrichment class after the end of 7th period. The last day to order a personalized yearbook is 1/31/25. You may order at Jostens.com We are seeing an increase in Pajamas Pants and House Shoes as normal clothing which is prohibited at the High School. Please do not wear these items and it is located on Page 159 in the student handbook. Reminder: Students please come to the office to sign in when you are late and sign out when you get checked out. Come to the Counselor’s Office between class or at lunch for schedule changes. Friday is the last day to change your schedule. SENIOR INFORMATION Attention Seniors: We will have a pick the prom theme meeting today during enrichment in Mrs. Wallace’s room. Any senior students interested in helping pick the theme are welcome to come. Seniors: Submissions are now open for the Senior Slideshow. Each senior can submit up to 5 photos. The deadline to submit your photos is March 1st. Please email your photos to seniorslideshow@gctschools.net and include your first and last name in the subject line. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Finley. SPORTS Students: If you have an athletic pass you must have it in hand when coming to a ball game. On big game nights there will not be an admin available to testify if you are a student. Cash is not accepted at door entry but debit, credit, cash app card, google and apple pay are accepted. Swim meet @ home, Community Center 5:30. Team will need to be dismissed at 2:00 Wrestling @ Mountain Home, 5:00 p.m. Friday Girls/Boys Basketball @ Nettleton, 5:00 There will be a volleyball game played by the males in grades 9th-12th. This will take place in the Paragould High School Gym on Monday, February 24th. There will be two teams. The first is a varsity team, which consists of 11th and 12th graders. The second is a junior varsity team, which consists of 9th and 10th graders. The team captain for the varsity team is Ian Vasquez, and the team captain for the junior varsity team is Gavin Cupp. There will be a $10 fee to cover the cost of the t-shirt. I have attached a Google Form for those that are interested to fill out and submit. These forms need to be submitted no later than Friday, January 24th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnddlAMQl6SZpdcEWEmQvgS19u8JC-aldU5VTRE_RuiXiNUQ/viewform?usp=header

GCTSD will resume normal bus routes this afternoon, Wednesday, January 15, 2025. All students will be dropped off at their normal bus stops. Thank you for your patience as we navigated last weeks snow event!