Skit Night was an incredible evening. Thank you to the Committee and to all the volunteers who made it a memorable night.
Joint Middle School and High School PTA Meeting: Tuesday, March 11th @ 9:30 am at the Garden City High School:
PTA Executive Committee – Open Positions
- The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations for the PTA Executive Committee (2025-2026 school year).
- For more information and to nominate yourself or someone you know, please check the Garden City PTA website. All nominations are confidential.
Garden City High School Presents its Spring Musical: The Little Mermaid
Thursday, March 13th at 4pm, Friday, March 14th at 7pm and Saturday, March 15th at 7pm . You may purchase tickets at https://gchsny.booktix.net/
PTA Health and Safety Awareness Day at the High School: Wednesday, March 13th
- CPR and Lifeguarding CPR/ AED Training Class: 9am to 1pm This is an Adult/Pediatric CPR/AED/Lifeguard class. It does satisfy the standard for lifeguards as additional training is required to meet that standard.
- Students must register in the HS Main Office
- Any questions please email healthandsafety@gardencitypta.org
High School Social Workers present Active Parenting of Teens
The sessions will begin on Wednesday, March 5 at 12:00pm
Senior Parents: Important Senior Yearbook Dates
High School Dates
- March 7: High School Parent/Teacher Conferences 6:30pm
- March 19: High School Tri-M Induction 7pm
- March 20: High School World Language Honor Society Induction 7pm
PTA Dinner: Wednesday, March 26@ Garden City Hotel 6:30-9:30pm
Guidance News
Encourage your senior to stop by the Counseling Center to learn about the various scholarship opportunities that are available.
Students should check Naviance as well for additional information. They can also use the Guidance Office Google Classroom to stay updated on all matters relating to guidance (Classroom Code: ipujguk)
The following are some of the scholarships that are available, and all applications can be obtained in the Counseling Center:
- The Dante Scholarship – Due March 6th. Requirements include the following: one parent must be of Italian descent, have above-average SAT scores, and have a successful academic and extracurricular record.
- Julia Maloney Scholarship – Due March 7th. This is a $12,000 scholarship awarding
- $3,000 per year for four years. Candidates must attend a post-secondary education program with a weighted average of at least 90. Applications include submission of an essay describing the impact a special teacher had in your life.
- Unsung Hero Scholarship- Due March 7th. All Seniors are encouraged to apply for this scholarship!
Do you know a classmate with some unique qualities?
- One who has faced some unique circumstances or challenges?
- One who has put the needs of others ahead of his/her own?
- One who has inspired or motivated you in a positive way that is not typically recognized or rewarded?
Seniors are required to write an essay of 300-400 words to nominate a deserving classmate as the Unsung Hero from the Class of 2025. The Unsung Hero will be awarded a $2000 scholarship and the Nominator will receive a $1000 scholarship.
Sincerely,
Zeynep Vitale
PTA Director High School
highschool@gardencitypta.org
