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SENIORS ONE WIN SHORT OF A SWEEP
IN 108TH ORATORICAL
Oratorical, the oldest tradition in Glendale High School's history, took place on Friday, March 3rd in the John Wayne Performing Arts Center. This year, the seniors came away with first place honors in three out of four categories.
Oratorical, which started in 1909 during the time forensics (the art or study of formal debate) was popular, is a grade level competition in which students, who are given a theme or prompt, compete in four categories: an original speech; a tableau carrying out the theme of the speech; the discipline of the Class while participating; and class spirit which includes two cheers and the song, "Glendale Boys."
This year's prompt was very topical and thought-provoking:
"In the wake of the 2016 election, the United states has become a union divided along partisan lines of progressivism and conservatism. Now that foreign countries have witnessed this contentious election, the international view of the United States has been altered. Based on these circumstances, what new role does the United States play in the global community and what can young people do to affect this role in the years to come?"
Senior Galo Lopez presented the speech "Tree of Unity" followed by the juniors, whose speaker Eliza Petrosyan presented "A Golden Door Shut." Silva Shoyan spoke about "Post-election, Pre-Change" on behalf of the freshman class, followed by Sabrina Andal who presented for the sophomores. As always, the speeches and tableaus were simply spectacular. The judges had a hard time making their decisions!
Junior Tableau - A Golden Door Shut (photo by Dr. Wolf)
After each class thanked their advisors and speech-writers, the winners were announced:
Discipline: Seniors
Speech: Seniors
Tableau: Sophomores
Spirit: Seniors
Congratulations to the winners and to all the students who participated in this long-standing tradition Glendale High School. Until next year!
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(photo by Miguel Vasconcellos, Glendale News Press)
GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM MAKES HISTORY
The GHS girls basketball team fought hard against Leuzinger High in the semi-finals of the CIF Southern Section Division II-A playoffs on Saturday, February 25th, but came away with a loss to end their CIF playoff run.
Nevertheless, the Lady Nitros' history-making season was an incredible one that made fans and their high school so proud! Congratulations to all the girls and to Coach Mardirosian on such a fantastic season.
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SUMMER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS WISHING TO ADVANCE ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Students, if you are interested to take summer advancement courses offered by Glendale Education Foundation, now is the time to register!
SUMMER SCHOOL 2017 DATES
1st Semester – June 5 to June 20
2nd Semester – June 21 to July 7
July 4 is a Holiday
SUMMER SCHOOL 2016 TUITION
$570 for 10 Units
$285 for 5 Units
Reduced Rate for Students Receiving Free or Reduced Lunch:
$470 for 10 Units
$235 for 5 Units
The deadline for Summer School registration is April 15, 2017 to:
GEF Summer School (drop-off at office)
223 N. Jackson St. Room 102
Glendale 91206
OR
GEF Summer School (Mailbox)
1125 E. Broadway #356
Glendale, CA 91205
Applications can be obtained from Ms. Anjel in the front office, or downloaded from the GEF Summer School website.
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Seniors, if you wish to purchase a cap and gown, you will need to order online before Friday, March 10th. Any order after March 10th, will incur a $10.00 handling fee. Refunds are available until Monday, June 5th . www.josten.com
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Juniors-- Are you taking the SAT exam on March 11th? Join Kaplan’s FREE SAT Prepathon online Sunday, March 5th from 9am to 1pm to help you get ready for test day. Register today at www.kaptest.com/prepathon.
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SCHOLARSHIP CONTESTS FOR THE 2017 CALIFORNIA ARMENIAN LEGISLATIVE CAUCUS
Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian and Senator Scott Wilk are holding two scholarship contests for the 2017 California Armenian Legislative Caucus’ commemoration of the Armenian Genocide. California high school students in 9th through 12th grade are invited to participate in an essay contest and/or a visual arts contest to increase greater awareness of the Armenian Genocide on its anniversary.
The visual arts scholarship is a joint venture between the California Armenian Legislative Caucus and the California Arts Council. Please note that the entry deadline is March 24, 2017.
For more information, visit Assemblymember Nazarian’s Press Releases Web page.
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Free Practice Tools for the SAT and ACT Students: Take a free SAT or ACT pop quiz, 20-minute practice, or full proctored practice test online, and Kaplan will donate Kaplan course scholarships to students through The Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Sign up now! http://ktp.events/hvlaie
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The Glendale High School PTSA will be awarding Honorary Service Awards to the following members of the Glendale High Community on Monday, March 13th. These awards are given to recognize individuals and organizations for their outstanding service to the PTA and children and youth in our community.
Please join us to support these deserving individuals. Refreshments will be served (further details about the evening's events can be found in the invitation below).
Very Special Person Award
Diana Hernandez (GHS staff)
Anthony Rodriguez (Starbucks Mgr)
Continuing Service Award
Pat Lancaster (GHS staff)
Honorary Service Award
Marc Perlman (parent)
Helena Ditko (parent)
Dr. Loren Geller (Medical consultant)
Kerrie Smith (Athletic Trainer)
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SENIORS-- TIME TO APPLY FOR PNMA
Applications are now being accepted for the annual Pat Navolanic Memorial Award (PNMA) scholarship. If you are an involved senior with a good discipline record and have excelled in leadership, academics (at least 3.5 GPA), community service (at least 50 hours) and a CIF-sanctioned sport while at GHS, you are encouraged to compete for the coveted PNMA prize. Applications are due by the end of 6th period on Thursday, March 17, in Mr. Lancaster’s room, 6110, or Mrs. Ciotti's room, 2131.
The Pat Navolanic Memorial Award is the most prestigious award that can be bestowed on a Glendale High School senior. Pat Navolanic excelled in academics, leadership, community service, athletics and involvement in on-campus activities. He is remembered for his impeccable integrity, honesty, character, personal drive, and charisma. Each year the PNMA recognizes current seniors that have demonstrated the characteristics that made Pat Navolanic so significant.
CLICK HERE FOR AN APPLICATION
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UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS
Juniors & Sophomores, college admissions reps from the following colleges and universities are visiting GHS! Stop by and start planning your future.
3/8 Syracuse University - Janet Recchia, Assistant Director Admissions, specializing in Visual and Performing Arts will be on campus.
10:00-11:00 Visual & Performing Arts students only
11:29-12:27 visiting Ms. Shiroyan's AP Art Class for portfolio reviews
12:27-1:02 General Syracuse presentation at lunchtime
3/13 American University - Jeremiah Rakowski, Regional Assistant Director of Admissions will meet with students at lunch 12:27 - 1:02
American University, located in Washington, D.C., is one of the best universities in the nation for Political Science, Law and International Studies. As a liberal arts college, however, it also has strong programs in many other areas including Business, Journalism, Film, Psychology, Biology, Pre-med, Neuroscience, and Theatre.
4/5 Oregon State University - Justin Strohmeyer, Regional Admissions Advisor will be in the College & Career room from 12:27 - 1:02.
Oregon State is the top research university in Oregon. Located in Corvallis, one of the safest, smartest, greenest small cities in the nation, OSU has strong programs in engineering/computer science, animal science/vet med, agriculture, forestry, marine sciences, health sciences, and business, just to name a few!
4/11 Emerson College - Amy Mitchell, Associate Director- Admissions LA Campus will be here from 10:00 - 10:30.
Emerson College is an all Arts and Communications school with strong programs in Theater, Journalism, Film, Creative Writing, Comedy & Communications. Emerson's main campus is in Boston, but they also have a campus in Los Angeles! Film, Drama and Journalism students are strongly encouraged to stop by and meet Ms. Mitchell on April 11th at 10 am!
4/12 Hawai'i Pacific University - Michael Taylor, Associate Director of Admissions will be here from 12:27 - 1:02
Hawai'i Pacific University is a private university known for its diverse student body who represent nearly 80 countries. The offers a variety of different programs including Business, Nursing, Psychology, Pre-Med, Marine Biology, Nursing and Environmental Science, none of which are impacted. Check out HPU's website for more info.
4/13 University of Michigan - Kristopher Tesaro, Regional Admissions Recruitment Coordinator will be here from 12:27 - 1:02
University of Michigan is a highly regarded public research university made up of 19 schools and colleges. They offer many programs including architecture, dentistry, education, engineering, kinesiology, medicine, law and more.
5/18 Harvey Mudd College - Misha Kabashima, Assistant Director of Admissions will be here from 12:27 - 1:02
Harvey Mudd College is a private residential liberal arts college of science, engineering, and mathematics located in Claremont, California. They have strong programs in biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, and engineering (and some combinations of those majors). Any advanced students interested in these should stop by and talk to Ms. Kabashima. AP Calc and AP Physics students, don't miss this opportunity!
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2017 - 2018 PROPOSED SLATE OF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
GLENDALE HIGH SCHOOL PTSA
The Nominating Committee for the Glendale High School PTSA has met and is proposing the following slate of candidates for the PTSA's Executive Board for the 2017-2018 school year.
This slate will be voted on at our Founder's Day Association meeting on Monday, March 13th at 6 pm in the GHS library. All members of the Glendale High community are welcome to attend.
Please note there are still several vacant positions. If you are interested in serving on the PTSA Board next year, please email Linda Guzik at lindagpta@gmail.com
Bolded positions indicate positions that will be voted on by the Association on 3/13/17. Positions in Italics are appointed positions.
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SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATES FORUM
MARCH 8TH FROM 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Glendale Council PTA will be hosting a Candidates Forum for those individuals running for school board on March 8th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the GUSD Board Room. All candidates from all zones are invited to participate. Please come on out and educate yourself about the issues facing GUSD today and find out where your candidates stand.
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New events in RED
College Visits in GREEN
March 6: Banking Day
March 6: Scholastic Bowl (JWPAC 7:00)
March 8: Syracuse U Admissions Rep on Campus (new date)
March 9: Instrumental Music Concert (JWPAC 7:00)
March 11: SAT (late registration deadline 2/28)
March 13: American Univ. Admissions Rep (at lunch)
March 13: PTSA Association Mtg (Founder's Day and Honorary Service Awards)
March 17: Minimum Day
March 20-24: Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 27: NO SCHOOL (staff on duty)
March 28 - 31: Drama Performance (7:00 - Ye Little Theater)
April 3: Banking Day
April 5: Oregon State Univ. Admissions Rep on Campus (at lunch)
April 6: Open House
April 7: MInimum Day
April 11: Emerson College Admissions Rep on Campus (10:00 - 10:30)
April 12: Hawaii Pacific University Admissions Rep on Campus (at lunch)
April 13: University of MIchigan Admissions Rep (at lunch)
April 18-28: 11th Graders CAASPP testing
May 18th: Harvey Mudd College Admissions Rep on campus (12:27 - 1:02)
*BANKING DAYS (12:57 Dismissal)
March 6, April 3 & 17, May 1
*MINIMUM DAYS (12:57 Dismissal)
March 17, April 7
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