Today is National School Nurse Day! Join us in celebrating these healthcare heroes who lead the way to support health and ensure that students are healthy, safe, and ready to learn.
The Trade & Health Academy at Garden City High School is this week's Superintendent's School of the Week. Here are some things to know about GCHS Principal Steve Nordby and Associate Principal Ryan Meng:
How long have you been the principal at your current school?
Mr. Nordby: I have been at GCHS since 2012. I spent 3 years as an Associate Principal and am now finishing my 8th year as Head Principal.
Mr. Meng: I have been an Associate Principal for 8 years.
What led you to teaching and what prompted your decision to become a principal?
Mr. N: My teachers and coaches were role models for me growing up and that led to be wanting to go into education. I was drawn to becoming a principal by the opportunity to work with adults and students to make an impact in our community.
Mr. M: I began my work in schools in a school social worker position. I quickly discovered that education is what I wanted to do. I enjoyed working with young people so I earned my teaching degree after seven years of working as the GCHS social worker. After six years of teaching, I was hired as an associate principal. It felt like the next step in a natural progression.
What are your hobbies or how do you spend your days off?
Mr. N: On my days off, I like to travel with my wife. We like to attend concerts whenever we get the chance.
Mr. M: I enjoy yardwork, traveling, and watching my children's activities.
What makes a ‘good day’ at school?
Mr. N: A good day at GCHS is one where I can watch students and teachers create something new and develop skills that they didn't know they had.
Mr. M: If I've been able to visit multiple classrooms, interact positively with students, and have a conversation with a colleague, then it was a good day.
What accomplishments fill you with pride so far this year?
Mr. M: There are too many to mention but one of my favorite trends this year is the dramatic increase in positive referrals. It means so much to a student when a staff member takes the time to enter a special note of recognition in a student’s official record. It has been really difficult for me to notify students in a timely manner which is a good challenge to have!
What inspires you?
Mr. N: I am inspired every day by the work ethic, humility and generosity of our students and staff.
⚽ GCHS Girls Soccer competes at Liberal today
On May 7, GCHS Drama students attended the Music Theater Of Wichita Jester Awards. GCHS was nominated for 11 awards for their production of Jekyll & Hyde, and won four. Read more about the awards at www.gckschools.com/article/1106619.
🏃♂️ HGMS & KHMS Track teams compete at home today
- field events begin at 10:00am
- 3200M begins at 10:30am, followed by 4x800M
- all other running events begin at 11:45am
We are excited to announce that the Trade & Health Academy at Garden City High School has been selected as this week's Superintendent's School of the Week! Look for more posts about the exciting things happening in the Trade & Health Academy.
Each week Dr. Dominguez will select a school to feature and we'll share information about staff, upcoming events at the school, recognition they've received, and more.
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Thank you to each and every one of our educators ☀
Congratulations to the GC Achieve and Virtual Academy Class of 2023! Diplomas were awarded to 106 students at the graduation ceremony on Saturday.
GCHS will hold a Senior Awards Night at 6:30pm on Wednesday, May 10 in the Commons Area. Seniors will be recognized for their academic achievements and other important honors. There will also be announcements and awarding of scholarships during the ceremony.
Check out what’s on the menu this week!
*Menu subject to change. To view the full menu visit: gckschools.nutrislice.com
Victor Ornelas Elementary School staff wrapped up the week with a school spirit day today. Congratulations for being selected as the Superintendent's School of the Week!
GCHS sports today:
⚽ Girls Soccer at home- 6:30pm
⚾ Freshman Baseball at home- 3:00pm
🥎 Softball at Dodge City
🏊♂️ Girls Swimming at Salina
🏌️♂️ JV Boy Golf at Dodge City
Enrollment for the summer session of Driver Education will be Monday, May 8 at 4:00pm in Room F108 at GCHS. Go to www.gckschools.com/article/1099770 for more details.
The graduation ceremony for GC Achieve and the Virtual Academy will be Saturday, May 6 at 10:30am in the HGMS Competition Gym. The ceremony will be livestreamed at twitch.tv/gardencityachieve. Go to www.gckschools.com/article/1091921 for more info.
If you missed Monday night's Board of Education meeting, here are the highlights.
Minutes from the meeting will be available after they've been approved at the next meeting.
You can watch the recorded meeting on our YouTube channel.
Minute with Mike #48, featuring special guests from Victor Ornelas Elementary School, this week's Superintendent's School of the Week: youtu.be/jySjdac9Qoc
The Superintendent's School of the Week is Victor Ornelas Elementary School. Check out what students and staff are up to at the school:
Victor Ornelas Elementary School is this week's Superintendent's School of the Week. Here are some things to know about Principal Tracy Leiker and TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment at Victor Ornelas and Florence Wilson Elementary Schools) Kelly Gerber:
How long have you been the principal at your current school?
Mrs. Leiker: This is my 9th year at Victor Ornelas.
Mrs. Gerber: This is my first year as TOSA.
What led you to teaching and what prompted your decision to become a principal?
Mrs. L: I had a 4th grade teacher that was amazing. She made every lesson fun each day. I enjoyed the impact I had on students in the classroom and felt I could impact more students daily. I love seeing students succeed.
Mrs. G: I knew I wanted to teach from a young age. Everyone in my immediate family works in the education field in some capacity, so I’ve been surrounded by it my whole life. I have worked with some truly amazing principals and their encouragement and guidance helped in my decision to pursue my admin degree. You get to connect with kids and support staff; it’s a win-win.
What accomplishments fill you with pride so far this year?
Mrs. L: I am so proud of the growth all my students have shown all year. We are working hard and its paying off.
Mrs. G: I have learned SO much this year, I look at where I started and feel pride in my new-found knowledge about school leadership.
Where did you work in the summers/during college?
Mrs. L: I would work as a lifeguard during the summer months.
Mrs. G: I decorated Dairy Queen cakes and worked for Emporia State University.
The 2023 Garden City High School graduation ceremony will be Sunday, May 14 at 1:00pm. The ceremony will by streamed online at the Garden City High School Buffaloes YouTube channel. More details can be found at www.gckschools.com/article/1093085.
GCHS sports today:
🏃♂️ Track at home- field events at 2:00pm, track events at 3:00pm, finals at 4:30pm
🥎 Softball at home- 3:00pm
⚾ Baseball at Dodge City
🏌️♂️ Boys Golf at Buhler
⚽ Girls Soccer at Dodge City
