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Happy Sunday GRHS Longhorns,

I hope your Spring Break was spent resting, making memories with friends and family, and taking advantage of doing some of the things that make your soul happy away from the hustle and bustle of our normally packed schedules! Time is something that we can never get back, so slowing down during breaks is a must!

As we come back for the final push, please make sure that you are continuing to make those good choices. Dig in your backpacks and find your ID's today, they must be on the minute you cross the school doors! Let's talk about SHOWING up, attendance matters all the way until the end of the year. If you miss more than 10% of the school year, we are required to file truancy, so please help us by showing up and taking care of your business. There are no FREE days when it comes to exemptions either. Exemptions are NOT a right, they are a privilege, and one that you must work hard for! Parent notes do not ensure you receive them, if you are over the 3 day max limit. You must have a medical note from a doctor or clinic, that was turned in within the 5 day grace period after the absence. Keep BEING THE ONE to wear your ID and be in dress code this is NOT optional, so there is no need to be disrespectful when we are holding you accountable. Rules are just expected to be followed, whether you agree with them or not. That's life. Your everyday choices matter and that includes your respectful body language and good manners...that I KNOW your parents taught you.

Stay tuned for another Trivia Advisory Challenge...this week will be focused around World Down Syndrome Day! Whose class will win the next class treat?

Who is interested in making a positive impact at George Ranch High School?? If that’s YOU, then join the GRHS PTO Executive Board! See the info below! This is not the same time commitment as an Elementary PTO...so don't be scared! :)

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:

• We Are Celebrating World Syndrome Day-Wear Colorful and Fun Socks on Tuesday!
• Join the GRHS PTO Executive Board! This is not the same time commitment as an Elementary PTO...so don't be scared! :)
  
• Find those ID's and BE IN DRESS CODE for Monday!
• Dual Credit Deadlines This Week! March 22nd!
• ATTENDANCE MATTERS! Exemptions earned = 3 absences or less! All notes MUST be turned in within 5 days of when you return! (see link in newsletter)
  
• Boots and Bling Ticket Link Included - Event is March 25th!
• NHS provides Peer Tutoring Every Wednesday Morning in the Library!
  

• Struggling to pass one of your EOC's? Additional Twice a Week After School STAAR Tutorial Opportunities are here and transportation is provided! See Flyer!
  

• Getting your permit? Please request your VOE using the link provided in this newsletter.
  
• AIRPODS, HEADPHONES, EARBUDS ONLY ALLOWED DURING LUNCH AND ADVISORY (NOT allowed to be worn during transition times in between classes) I need you to be able to hear me for safety reasons.
  
• Early Pick-Up Procedures and Contact Info

The Lariettes & Belles are looking for well-rounded dancers who are committed to their passion for dance while representing our longhorn community. We want confident, talented, dedicated, humble, respectful and enthusiastic young people to join our dance family. Dance team members are responsible for positively representing George Ranch High School on the field, stage, competition floor, classroom, and other various platforms. Being a member of our program requires an extraordinary work ethic but comes with several once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.

If you’re interested in becoming a part of the Lariettes Varsity Dance Team or the Belles JV Dance Team, CLINK THE LINK HERE and check out the tryout information. One heart. One love.

We will be holding elections for ALL positions on the Executive Board at the General Meeting for members in April.

Those positions are:

· President

· 1st VP – Membership

· 2nd VP – Volunteers

· 3rd VP – Hospitality

· 4th VP – Public Relations

· Secretary

· Treasurer

We are looking for motivated, school-spirited parents/guardians from ALL grade levels to work together to build a strong PTO for the 2023-24 school year and beyond. A brief bio form will need to be filled in and emailed back by March 31st in order for you to be included on the ballot.

If you are interested and/or would like more information, please contact Carol Lansky, GRHS PTO VP, at carollansky@yahoo.com.

Students will complete an assignment in the GRHS Counselor Corner Canvas page. Deadline is May 2nd!

If you need qualifying test scores, be sure you have registered to take the TSIA2 or the Next Gen Accuplacer by March 22nd!

Please visit the Counselor Corner Canvas page for a step-by-step video that will walk you through this process or stop by 2327 with questions.

Application Process 2023-2024 for Fall/Spring: GRHS Counselor's Corner 2022-2023 (instructure.com)

Dual Credit Course Approval Form Submission for Fall/Spring 2023-2024 (instructure.com)

All students must follow the expectations, parents please speak to your student, this is not optional.

• Current GRHS ID's on the second you walk through our doors.
• Do NOT open exterior doors to ANYONE!
• Shorts must have at least a 3 inch inseam which means I can EASILY see them well below the bottom of your t-shirt/sweatshirt.
• There should be NO visible mid-drift (skin) showing between your tops and your bottoms. Just wearing a jacket (that is wide open is not acceptable). Zip it up ALL DAY or wear a longer shirt please! Thanks!

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!

madelyn.warner@lcisd.org

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.

Questions and Documents that you will need to have ready when you start the ONLINE process:

1. Copy of Drivers License UPLOADED (NO PERMITS allowed)
2. CURRENT Insurance Card UPLOADED (with GRHS student LISTED AS DRIVER)
3. Vehicle Make, Model, Year, Color, and License Plate Number
4. 1st color zone selection, 2nd color zone selection.
5. Parking Pass Payment Receipt UPLOADED
6. Rules and Regulations Acknowledgment read and signed

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

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

Our GRHS Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar are ready and available to support you. The best way to contact them is via email and they will be getting back with you for assistance as soon as possible. (Alpha Split by Student LAST Name for Counselors)

Counselors:

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

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

UIL District 9-6A - Academic All-District First team

Everett Nichols

Donovan Bradfield

Kylie Stubbs

Donnelly Davis

Tiffany Walker

Second team:

Ryan Miller

Honorable Mention

Mario Molina

Xavier Ruiz

Teegan Gregg

UIL Academic All-State -Second Team

Kylie Stubbs

Donnelly Davis

Ryan Miller

Honorable Mention

Gabriel Arciniegas

Javier Herrera

Mario Molina

Brayden Doran

Xavier Ruiz

George Ranch Wrestling Awards

Longhorn Award - Taylor Gregg

Newcomer of the Year -Laila Shaya

Most Improved Wrestler -Jasmine Markey

Most Outstanding Varsity Wrestler -Brooke Richardson

Most Outstanding Junior Varsity Wrestler -Hayden Kirby

Longhorn Award -Gabriel Arciniegas

Newcomer of the Year -Tuck Wray

Most Improved Wrestler -Everett Nichols

Most Outstanding Varsity Wrestler (106-145) -Ryan Miller

Most Outstanding Varsity Wrestler (152-285) - Donovan Bradfield

JV

A home run in the second inning helped GR JV battle to a 10-10 tie with Fort Bend Hightower on Friday. One home run on the day, Kennedy Jolley went deep in the second inning. 11 total hits. Isabella Hernandez, Carlee Long, and Jolley all managed multiple hits for George Ranch George Ranch Longhorns JV. Jolley, Long, and Hernandez each collected two hits to lead George Ranch George Ranch Longhorns JV. George Ranch Longhorns JV was sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Micaela Goebel made the most plays with five.

VARSITY

Mariah Garner came to ballpark and meant business on Friday, tallying four hits and leading GR to a 16-1 win over Fort Bend Hightower. Garner doubled in the first, doubled in the third, singled in the third, and singled in the fourth. GR secured the victory thanks to nine runs in the third inning. The offensive firepower was led by Ella Kolenko, Davani Espinosa, Sarah Wendler, Kathleen Dolan, Garner, and Kolenko, all knocking in runs in the inning. Fort Bend Hightower got things started in the first inning. An error scored one run for Fort Bend Hightower. In the bottom of the first inning, GR tied things up at one. Dolan grounded out, scoring one run. GR pulled away for good with one run in the second inning. In the second Karrlauhn Deas doubled on a 1-0 count, scoring one run. GR notched nine runs in the third inning. The big inning was thanks to singles by Wendler, Dolan, Garner, and Macie Burks, doubles by Kolenko and Kolenko, and an error on a ball put in play by Espinosa. Zaria Turner was in the circle. The pitcher allowed four hits and one run over four innings, striking out seven and walking one. GR launched one home run on the day. Deas put one out in the fourth inning. GR had 21 hits in the game. Garner, Burks, Deas, Kamaryn Radford, Abigail Bergeron, Dolan, and Kolenko all managed multiple hits for GR. Garner led the George Ranch Longhorns Varsity with four hits in four at bats.

The JV Longhorns returned to district play Monday Night with a double header against the Austin Bulldogs. The Horns took game one by a score of 8-1. Will Mitchell had an outstanding game on the mound.

In game two of their Monday doubleheader the JV Longhorns beat the Austin Bulldogs by a score of 10-2. David Austin got the start only allowing 2 runs. Ian Bailey shut down the Bulldogs offense in the last two innings to secure the win.

Boys Track Team Overall 1st Place

Discus Jacques Franklin -4th Place

Discus Dylan Farmer - 6th Place

Triple Jump Henry Chukwu - 2nd Place

Triple Jump Jackson Muckelroy - 6th Place

Long Jump Henry Chukwu - 3rd Place

3200 Meters Travis Morrey - 4th Place

4 x 100 Relay (Kevin Odikpo, Kennard McGuire, Jesus Ludert, Joaquin Barlow) - 3rd Place

800 Meters Josiah Soward - 3rd Place

110 Hurdles Ifeoluwa Famogun - 1st Place

110 Hurdles Ahmad Kalimullah - 4th Place

100 Meters Kevin Odikpo - 4th Place

100 Meters Joaquin Barlow - 6th Place

4 x 200 Relay Kennard McGuire, Christopher Chijoke, Joaquin Barlow, Jesus Ludert) -2nd Place

300 Hurdles Ifeoluwa Famogun -1st Place

300 Hurdles Luke Nicholie - 2nd Place

300 Hurdles Ahmad Kalimullah - 3rd Place

1600 Meter Travis Morrey - 3rd Place

1600 Relay (Kevin Odikpo, Ifeoluwa Famogun, Luke Nicholie, Henry Chukwu) -2nd Place

Wednesday, March 8th, 2023, our Lady Longhorns competed in a JV track meet that was held at Marshall High School. The Girls took 1st place! Way to go ladies! We are very proud of you! We had several athletes place, and earn points in the meet for our Lady Longhorns! Below are point contributors and results from the meet:

400 Meters: Kenleigh Head, 2nd, Shelby Brown, 6th

800 Meters: Hannah Namutebi, 1st, Avia Gilmore, 6th

1600 Meters: Cassandra Alvarez, 1st , Brooklyn Donaghy, 2nd , Ava Lorber, 3rd

3200 Meters: Cassandra Alvarez, 1st, Ava Lorber, 2nd Brooklyn Donaghy, 3rd,

4 x 100 Meters: Ivy Emelogu, Deborah Hurst, Bailey Richardson, Dionna Tyler-Joyce, 5th

4 x 200 Meters: Chisom Ike, Dionna Tyler-Joyce, Deborah Hurst, Bailey Richardson, 5th

4 x 400 Meters: Shelby Brown, Kenleigh Head, Ivy Emelogu, Hannah Namutebi, 1st

Long Jump: Kenleigh Head, 6th

Shot Put: Oghosa Igbinova, 3rd

Discus: Kasiana Rocha, 6th

Triple Jump: Kenleigh Head, 1st , Ivy Emelogu, 2nd

High Jump: Tosha Ferrell, 1st

Way to go Ladies! We are proud of your hard work and dedication! Wear the Maroon proud, and keep working! District will be here before you know it! #WeAreGR

Junior Varsity

The JV Longhorn Tennis Team competed at the Katy Tournament on 3/7. Outstanding athletes from the tournament include Haaris Manesia and John Hunt in JV B Boys Doubles. They defeated players from Tomball Memorial, Dulles, and Jordan before falling short in the consolation finals to a talented duo from Strake Jesuit. In Freshman A Girls Singles, Bailee Debbs competed well throughout the tournament taking down players from Cinco Ranch and Kempner. The team looks forward to competing in Cy-Fair on Tuesday 3/21.

Varsity

The Varsity Longhorn Tennis Team competed at the Lone Star Showdown on 3/10. In B Mixed Doubles, Zayne Smith and Maddie Sams earned first place. This dynamic duo fought through some tough matches and defeated players from Cy Falls, Travis, Friendswood, and Austin. Juniors, Sebastian Johnson and Darren Cheng made it to the quarterfinal round of the A Boys Doubles draw. They came out victorious after two close matches against Friendswood and Seven Lakes before falling short to a talented team from Shadow Creek. The team looks forward to play in the Cy-Fair Tournament on Friday 3/24.

The girls soccer teams hosted their last home game of the season Tuesday night against Dulles. The JV squad finished with a strong 3-0 win over the Lady Vikings. Michell Canas, Alessandra Reyes, and Natalie St. Marie scored for the Longhorns.

The Varsity team clinched their 12 consecutive playoff appearance with a definitive 6-0 victory over Dulles. Kacey Ehlen led the way with 2 goals and 2 assist on the night, with Annie Schoditsch with 1 goal and 1 assist. Mea Daul, Emma Garza and Mari Miranda all scored goals and Krystin Moore provided 2 assist and Marlee Mendoza with 1. The girls have one more district game after spring break to determine seeding for the playoffs against Elinks after spring break.