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Grissom Parents & Students,
Please keep in mind that schoolwork should not be stressful during this time. If you have any questions or concerns, please email your child’s teacher, counselor, or grade level assistant principal.
AP Assessments
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1:00 p.m. CT |
3:00 p.m. CT |
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- Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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- United States Government & Politics
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| Tues, May 12 |
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| Wed, May 13 |
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- English Literature and Composition
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| Thurs, May 14 |
- Spanish Literature and Culture
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Fri,
May 15 |
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| Mon, May 18 |
- Chinese Language & Culture
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| Tues, May 19 |
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- Japanese Language & Culture
- Italian Language & Culture
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| Wed, May 20 |
- German Language & Culture
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- English Language & Composition
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| Thurs, May 21 |
- French Language & Culture
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Fri,
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- Comparative Government & Politics
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- Spanish Language & Culture
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AP Student Reminders:
- Exam security – This will be enforced! If a student is suspected of cheating, the exam score will be cancelled, and this could jeopardize the student’s eligibility for future College Board testing. Although the exams are open book and open note, students are not allowed to open other browsers such as Google during the exam.
- Students only have 5 minutes to upload their exam documents. It was explained students will be able to practice through the same College Board class sessions College Board is using. So, it would be helpful if they practice how to upload their document prior to the exam. If they fail to upload the document within the 5 minutes allowed, it cannot be submitted later, and they will not be able to re-test.
- The same device that opens the exam is the one that will be used to upload the document. Meaning, if a student opens the exam with his/her computer – the answer documents must be submitted through the same computer. They cautioned against a student using a phone due to the small screen size. It was mentioned some of the questions would be long, so it would be difficult to easily read the question from a small screen.
- Students need to make sure they can access their email associated with their College Board account. The exam information will be emailed to students according to the email address they have used to set up their College Board account. Make sure the College Board emails are not going to SPAM. Also, if a student used a HCS schools email account – make sure they can access it outside the HCS parameters. If a student wants to change the email associated with their account – they can log back into the College Board account and change it through the “Settings” tab. If you make any changes, make sure you click “UPDATE” at the bottom of the screen. If they are unable to log-into their account, they will need to contact College Board: 888-225-5427.
- Seniors: Please check and update your school or institution you would like to receive your score. Deadline to make changes is June 20. To make changes, log into your College Board account. Go to AP Profile, Score Send – make changes and click “SAVE” at the bottom.
If you have any questions regarding AP testing, please email Amy Langford amy.langford@hsv-k12.org
Parking for 2020-21
Parking/vehicle registration is now available on our website.
Counselor and Assistant Principal Assignments – If you need anything instructional, please go first to your teacher, grade level counselor, the grade level assistant principal and then to me in that order.
9th Grade
Counselor – Amy Langford, amy.langford@hsv-k12.org
Assistant Principal – Bo Coln, james.coln@hsv-k12.org
10th Grade
Counselor – Theresa Gurley, theresa.gurley@hsv-k12.org
Assistant Principal – Belissa Howard, belissa.howard@hsv-k12.org
11th Grade
Counselor – James Vasquez, james.vasquez@hsv-k12.org
Assistant Principal – Tanya Belanger, tanya.belanger@hsv-k12.org
12th Grade
Counselor – Taleshay Gray, taleshay.gray@hsv-k12.org
Assistant Principal – Heather White, heather.white@hsv-k12.org
AP Coordinator – Amy Langford, amy.langford@hsv-k12.org
Principal – Jeanne Greer, Jeanne.greer@hsv-k12.org
SENIORS
If you have a senior and need any assistance with end of the year status (grades, etc.), please contact the senior counselor or senior assistant principal.
SIGN UP FOR THE PTSA NEWSLETTER!
The Grissom PTSA provides a weekly newsletter to update parents on many of our clubs, activities, and upcoming events. To join the weekly PTSA newsletter distribution list, please click on the link below:
https://us14.campaign-archive.com/home/u=873d287650142822b0c190b72&id=712254ad46
We will continue our A/B block schedule just as we have since August. Every Tuesday & Thursday will be an A day. Every Wednesday & Friday will be a B day. Mondays will rotate for the rest of the year as follows:
May 11th: A Day
May 18th: B Day
Teachers will teach / post instruction and assignments on Canvas.
Below is the daily schedule we will use through May 21, 2020. Please understand that this schedule is to be used as a guide for students to check in daily.
Daily Class Schedule
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Teacher Office Hours
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 1stBlock
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 2nd Block
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Teacher Office Hours
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 3rdBlock
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM 4thBlock
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Teacher Office Hours
Teacher Office Hours
During teacher office hours students may email their teachers to ask questions about assignments. Teachers may setup Zoom, GroupMe, or Remind sessions during these times. Teachers may contact parents during this time if needed.
Instruction
Please ensure your student checks their Canvas page regularly as this will be the primary source of information. It would be a good idea for your student to check with his/her teacher to see if they are using any live apps for instruction. The student issued laptops have no video capability as the camera was disabled when the laptop was imaged. It cannot be turned on without reimaging and that is not possible at this time. Most information will run through CANVAS.
Daily Lunch
Huntsville City Schools will not serve lunch during this time. However, the following locations will provide meals through local civic groups: Lee High School, Lakewood Elementary, Chaffee, Ridgecrest, McDonnell and Morris.
Communication – Canvas, Email, Schoolcast
Communication is vital at this time. Teachers will be communicating with you regularly. It is important that you and your student communicate with the teachers as needed. You may find their email addresses on the school website - https://www.huntsvillecityschools.org/schools/grissom-high-school I will post a weekly Schoolcast with any new updates. If you need your Schoolcast email or main phone number updated, please email Sharon Grubbs at sharon.grubbs@hsv-k12.org.
Laptops / Chargers
If your student has a broken laptop or broken, missing charger please email Gail Meyers, gail.meyers@hsv-k12.org. We will contact you with more information on how to address your IT issue.
Internet Needs
Each HCS school will have curbside WiFi beginning Monday, April 6th. If your student needs to download or upload anything you may drive them to an HCS school and do that from your car. The WiFi will extend approximately 300 yards from the school building. Please do not exit your vehicle while on campus.
Bookkeeper Requests
If you need any information from our bookkeeper, please email Bonnie Venezia, bonnie.venezia@hsv-k12.org
Sincerely,
Jeanne Baird Greer
Principal
Grissom High School
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Monday is A Day
Tuesday and Thursday are A Days
Wednesday and Friday are B Days
Last day of classes will still be May 21
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Did you check your students lunchroom account? Where you surprised that your student owed money? Remember lunchroom fees may be paid by credit/debit card at https://www.ezschoolpay.com/Login.aspx.
All fees must be paid by May 21st!
Good News!!! We are one step closer to our new normal. Starting Monday, we will be getting mail!! So that means you can now pay your class fees by check if you do not want to use a credit/debit card and mail them into the school!! In case you did not know our address, it is:
Grissom High School
Attn Bookkeeper
1001 Haysland Rd
Huntsville, Al 35802
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Attention Seniors!!
Are you ready to pick up your cap and gown? Did you pay your $100 senior graduation fee? Did you pay all your class, cafeteria, and computer fees? Only those who have paid up all their fees will get their caps and gowns!
Letters have been mailed to you if you owe a class, cafeteria, or computer fee.
Cafeteria fees can be paid at EZSCHOOLPAY.COM.
All others can be paid on MYSchoolFees or mailed to Grissom HS.
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PTSA Scholarship Applications OPEN!
Grissom PTSA scholarship applications are now open for members of the senior class. We have made the application online this year; it can be found here: https://forms.gle/w7eVTTux94aWfGMaA
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AP Student Reminders:
Exam security – This will be enforced! If a student is suspected of cheating, the exam score will be cancelled, and this could jeopardize the student’s eligibility for future College Board testing. Although the exams are open book and open note, students are not allowed to open other browsers such as Google during the exam.
Students only have 5 minutes to upload their exam documents. It was explained students will be able to practice through the same College Board class sessions College Board is using. So, it would be helpful if they practice how to upload their document prior to the exam. If they fail to upload the document within the 5 minutes allowed, it cannot be submitted later, and they will not be able to re-test.
The same device that opens the exam is the one that will be used to upload the document. Meaning, if a student opens the exam with his/her computer – the answer documents must be submitted through the same computer. They cautioned against a student using a phone due to the small screen size. It was mentioned some of the questions would be long, so it would be difficult to easily read the question from a small screen.
Students need to make sure they can access their email associated with their College Board account. The exam information will be emailed to students according to the email address they have used to set up their College Board account. Make sure the College Board emails are not going to SPAM. Also, if a student used a HCS schools email account – make sure they can access it outside the HCS parameters. If a student wants to change the email associated with their account – they can log back into the College Board account and change it through the “Settings” tab. If you make any changes, make sure you click “UPDATE” at the bottom of the screen. If they are unable to log-into their account, they will need to contact College Board: 888-225-5427.
Seniors: Please check and update your school or institution you would like to receive your score. Deadline to make changes is June 20. To make changes, log into your College Board account. Go to AP Profile, Score Send – make changes and click “SAVE” at the bottom.
Click below for the letter regarding AP procedures.
https://mcusercontent.com/873d287650142822b0c190b72/files/9ab8440b-cc8c-4d3e-9748-afcd134432d0/REVISED_2020_Grissom_AP_Exam_Procedures_1_.docx
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As of right now the next ACT on June 13 is still scheduled to happen but that could change. Students planning to take the ACT should monitor
their ACT and email accounts for updates.
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Grissom High School Parking Permit Registration Now Open for the 2020-2021 School Year. At this time the only payment method that can be accepted is a credit/debit card (3.5% fee). Cash and check payments can not be accepted at this time. No staff will be available on campus to complete parking permit registration or issue permits. Signed paperwork and copies of required documents will be collected at a later date.
Parking information can be found on the GHS website
under Student Resources.
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FOR ALL CURRENT NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SENIORS:
- NHS Graduation Stole: Your NHS graduation stole is being ordered for the potential ceremony in June. The cost is $25. This is a separate fee from the graduation fee of $100. You may pay this in two ways: 1) by check mailed to Grissom High School Bookkeeper 1001 Haysland Road Huntsville, AL 35802 or 2) by cash/check on the day of graduation practice in June when you pick up the stole. (If there is no ceremony, you will pick up your stole with your diploma.) *the credit card option has been removed from the website.
- Service Hour Requirement: Please continue to provide documentation for any service hours that you completed since May of 2019. You may do this by sending them directly to Ms. Bailey or by uploading to the Google Drive posted on the 2020 NHS Group Me. Given the shortened school year, it is not expected that you have completed all the required hours, but we want to keep a record of any service that you were able to accomplish.
FOR ALL JUNIORS WHO RECEIVED AN INVITATION TO JOIN THE GRISSOM NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY:
- Completed Applications: Please hold on to your completed applications until school reopens in August. We will have copies available then if you need another one. Remember to document any service hours that you complete between now and August as these can be used in your application or applied towards your senior year requirement.
- The GPA’s of all 2021 seniors will be evaluated for admission to the National Honor Society. Students must have a 3.6 (90) overall average and an exemplary discipline record to be invited to join. Seniors who meet the qualifications and have not already received an invitation to join NHS will receive one in August.
- The NHS Induction ceremony will be rescheduled for late August or early September.
Any questions may be directed to Ms. Bailey at Suzanne.Bailey@hsv-k12.org or Ms. Hudson at Mary.Hudson@hsv-k12.org
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GRISSOM INAUGURATION TRIP UPDATES:
We are still planning on attending the 2021 Presidential Inauguration in January of 2021. The Close-Up Foundation continues to enroll students who want to participate in this exciting week of activities. But we certainly understand hesitation to commit to a trip during this crisis. So students who commit and pay the deposit by the June deadline will be guaranteed a spot in the program. Students who wait until August to sign up will be added on a first come, first served basis until the spots are filled.
If a student is interested in participating in the trip, please contact Ms. Bailey for the enrollment information.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Bailey at Suzanne.Bailey@hsv-k12.org or Matt Hall at Matthew.Hall@hsv-k12.org .
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Grissom Band Color Guard and Jazz Bands tryouts:
If you are interested in trying out for the Grissom Band Color Guard or Jazz Bands for next year go to the band website for all the information. www.grissomband.com
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Did you know Huntsville City Schools has a television channel?
ETV for Huntsville City Schools is broadcasted on air at 25.5.
Comcast channel 17
WOW channel 3
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Thank you to our PTA Business Sponsors
Ars Nova School of the Arts
http://www.arsnovahsv.com
256-883-1105
One Man and a Hammer
vernsaxon@gmail.com
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