Hello Glendale High School Families,
I want to thank each and every one of you for sharing your student with us this year, and for allowing us to have a chance to impact their life in a positive way. This blog will serve as a tool to communicate important information to Glendale families. This is not all-inclusive, so please check out social media and the school website for information.
Glendale High School Mission and Vision
Mission: To inspire personally-driven, community-focused, and globally-connected learners.
Vision: Learners refine their unique abilities to positively impact our world.
GLENDALE ALMA MATER
GLENDALE OUR HEARTS WILL BE WITH THEE
WE PLEDGE OUR HEARTS WITH LOYALTY
WE’LL LOOK BACK UPON THOSE REMEMBERED YEARS
POND’RING THOSE MEMORIES WE’VE GATHERED HERE
GLENDALE WHERE E’RE WE GO WHAT E’RE WE DO
WE WILL REMEMBER THAT THE RED AND BLUE
BROUGHT US GLORIES TO SOON GONE BY
ALMA MATER OUR DEAR OLD GLENDALE HIGH
GLENDALE OUR HEARTS WILL BE WITH THEE
WE PLEDGE OUR HEARTS WITH LOYALTY
WE’LL LOOK BACK UPON THOSE REMEMBERED YEARS
POND’RING THOSE MEMORIES WE’VE GATHERED HERE
GLENDALE WHERE E’RE WE GO WHAT E’RE WE DO
WE WILL REMEMBER THAT THE RED AND BLUE
BROUGHT US GLORIES TO SOON GONE BY
ALMA MATER OUR DEAR OLD GLENDALE HIGH
(Updated 03/25/24) This Week In GHS Sports
Below is our schedule of events for next week:
(Updated 08/22/23) Students Attending Athletic Events at GHS
All students must follow the rules/expectations below:
- All high school students must wear/possess their school ID badges at games. NO ID means NO entry to the game.
- All students must remain in the stands during the game except to go to the concession stand or restrooms.
- No bags/backpacks will be allowed under any circumstances. They have to leave them in their car or make a plan to leave them somewhere secure outside of the facility.
(Updated 03/05/24) Junior ACT Information
This is a reminder that the ACT will be offered to all Juniors on Tuesday, April 9th. The first 200 students to show up will be tested on this date. The make-up date for those still wishing to test will be on Tuesday, April 16th. Check-in will begin outside the main gym at 7:40 am. Students must bring their fully charged Chromebook (LOANER CHROMEBOOKS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE), a school-approved calculator and a picture ID. Students are NOT allowed to bring cell phones or smart watches into the testing area. All cell phones and smart watches should be left at home or will be secured in another place that morning.
(Updated 03/20/24) Seals of Excellence Deadline For Seniors is April 1st
(Updated 03/20/24) Senior End of Year information and Form to be Returned
(Updated 03/20/24) Prevention Program Information
This year, your student’s school will be using the MBF Teen Safety Matters® program (the Program) from the Monique Burr Foundation for Children. The goal of the Program is to help keep your teen safe. The Program empowers students to spot and respond to bullying, cyberbullying, the four types of abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, neglect), relationship abuse, digital abuse, and other digital dangers. Most importantly, it teaches that adults are responsible for their safety but their are things they can do to help adults keep them safe. The Program is based on the latest research and has been reviewed and endorsed by national experts. When teens are taught safety information and rules to help them stay safe, they perform better in school and enjoy healthier, happier, and safer lives.
**April 1st-April 4th (1 class period only)
**You can learn more about the Program at www.mbfpreventioneducation.org.
If you "DO NOT” want your teen to participate in the program, please contact the counseling office at 417-523-8960 or email your student's counselor.
(Updated 03/22/24) Baccalaureate Information for 2024 Graduates
(Updated 03/05/24) Explore Enrollment- Summer School is Now Open
Attention Students and Parents,
Explore (summer School) registration is open! Explore booklets will be given out Wednesday, you can also go to https://fueledbylaunch.com/summer/ to see information on semester-dates, classes being offered, and how to enroll.
Please remember that students will be registering for their 'rising' grade for the summer - that means the grade they will be attending this fall. I would also recommend enrolling sooner than later in order to secure a online spot :)
See me or your specific counselor for questions you may have.
Explore (summer School) registration is open! Explore booklets will be given out Wednesday, you can also go to https://fueledbylaunch.com/summer/ to see information on semester-dates, classes being offered, and how to enroll.
Please remember that students will be registering for their 'rising' grade for the summer - that means the grade they will be attending this fall. I would also recommend enrolling sooner than later in order to secure a online spot :)
See me or your specific counselor for questions you may have.
(Updated 03/05/24) Senior Sendoff (Formerly Project Graduation)
This year we are excited to announce a new endeavor at GHS! Senior Sendoff is a two-hour celebration for the graduating class of 2024 that will take place on May 18 from 2:30-4:30 pm here at GHS. After much deliberation by the district, it was determined that it was time to form a new tradition, and this will take the place of Project Graduation. During this two-hour celebration Seniors can expect the opportunity to play games, take pictures, win prizes, eat food, and maybe...just maybe there might be a dunk tank involved. Most importantly, this event will provide a final chance for our seniors to say goodbye to each other and GHS. Help us create a lasting memory for them by getting involved by volunteering to help at the event, by making a financial contribution, or by purchasing an item from our Amazon Wish List!
If you have made a financial contribution or Amazon purchase, THANK YOU! If you have made an Amazon purchase and the item was sent to your house, please drop it off in the GHS office attn: Erin Scheibe. If you are going to make an Amazon Wishlist purchase, please send it to "Erin Scheibe's Gift Registry Address". It will go to the school and that is where all items should go. THANK YOU!
If you would like to volunteer or be included in the planning emails, please email glendaleprojectgrad2024@gmail.com.
(Updated 03/18/24) Help GHS Win the SPS Food Fight
Send non-perishable items and/or monetary donations to school with your student March 18-29. Items can be dropped off at the GHS library. Winners are determined by the school who raises the most meals per student: total meals raised divided by the official enrollment number. $1 = 3 meals or 4 pounds of food = 3 meals. You can also donate at Mama Jeans - East Sunshine or donate on-line at www.mightycause.com/teamglendale2024.
(Updated 03/18/24) From the School Nurses
Attention, parents of Juniors. All incoming seniors must receive one dose of the Meningitis vaccine after their 16th birthday to start school in the fall. Please bring documentation of this vaccine to the nurse to ensure a smooth start to the 2024-2025 school year. The Cox C.A.R.E Mobile staff is partnering with Glendale High School on March 28th to host a vaccine clinic for students who need Missouri-required and CDC-recommended vaccinations at no out-of-pocket cost. Permission forms can be found on the GHS web page and are due in the nurse’s office by March 27th. Please see the school nurses for more information.
(Updated 03/18/24) See Semester Grades in eSchool
(Updated 03/18/24) College and Career Ready- Parent Newsletter
(Updated 01/29/24) From the Branch
(Updated 11/17/23) District and School Text Messaging for Student Contacts
If you previously opted out of receiving text messages and would now like to receive them, text START SPSR12 to 23177 and also to 53291. The 53291 opts you in for general messages and the 23177 for emergency messages.
(Updated 10/23/23) Food Deliveries Are Not Allowed By Restaurants or Delivery Companies
Students will no longer be able to order food to be delivered to Glendale High School during the school day, beginning Thursday 10/26/23. Having food delivered by vendors and delivery drivers creates an unsafe situation at school. To ensure the safety of our students and staff we will no longer accept deliveries by restaurants or delivery companies. Food that is delivered to school will be sent away with the delivery person. The school will not be responsible for the food orders. All students have been notified that food deliveries will not be accepted.
(Updated 12/11/23) Capital Campaign and Thank You to Our Donors- From PTSA
Greetings, Glendale families,
Glendale PTSA raises money to meet the needs of our teachers, staff and students that are not met through the regular school budget. Please see the letter below to donate.
After School Tutoring Information
Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS)
Springfield Public Schools has implemented PBIS across all schools. PBIS is An evidence-based practice that, when implemented with fidelity, has proven to reduce problem behaviors while increasing prosocial behaviors. PBIS is a framework for creating safe and orderly learning environments where all students can be academically and socially successful. Please see below for the GHS PBIS student expectations. This year during FLIGHT class, students who meet the requirements will be allowed to travel to the cafeteria where there will be music, raffles, and other activities.
Student requirements for travel are:
- 90% attendance (Cumulative)
- No ISS or OSS
- No D’s or F’s
- Students who are drafted to a classroom for academic support will also not travel to the cafeteria
Student Attendance is Vital to Student Success
Student attendance at school is vital to student success, both academically and socially. Please make sure your student attend school every day. Please reach out to Emily Massey for attendance support. Please see below for the attendance to GPA correlation chart. Students who attend typically have a much higher GPA.
Student Attendance Requirement to Attend Dances
In order to attend a SPS dance, excluding Prom, students must meet the following requirements:
- 90% overall attendance (school-sponsored activities do not count as absences) by a determined date prior to the dance set by the high school site administration
- Must be in attendance the entire school day the day of the dance
- Must not be serving ISS or OSS on the day of the dance
- Major discipline infractions may result in non-admittance to the school dance
Final Exam Exemption Information
Students are eligible for final exam exemption by meeting the following criteria:
- 90% overall attendance (school-sponsored activities do not count as absences)
- Received no ISS or OSS for the semester
- Passing the class with an 80% or greater prior to the final exam
- Exempt students may take the final to improve their grade in a class; in this case, the final exam grade cannot hurt the student’s overall grade
- This is an academic based incentive, and therefore there are no attendance appeals
Dual credit, AP, IB, and virtual classes are not eligible for final exemptions.
Student Handbooks and Parent Signatures
Student handbooks were sent home on the first day of school. We are required to collect a parent signature to verify receipt of that handbook. The signature page is on the inside cover. Please sign and return that page to your student's first block teacher or the main office.
Student Device Information
Students will begin being charged student device fees. Below are the device fee items and the charges associated.
Fee Item | Free/Reduced Lunch | Full Pay Lunch |
Case Replacement | $10 | $10 |
Charger Replacement | $10 | $25 |
Device Repair | $10 | $25 |
Device Full Replacement | $25 | $50 |
Wednesday Is Late Start
Glendale High School teachers participate in professional learning weekly, on Wednesday mornings. Students may still arrive at the normal times, but their school day does not start until 8:40 AM on Wednesdays (8:10 AM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday). On Wednesday morning, we provide supervision for students in the cafeteria.
GHS Bell Schedule
Red/Blue Day Calendar
Please utilize the below calendar to help navigate the red and blue days.
Free/Reduced Lunch Meal Information
SPS Free and Reduced Meal ApplicationFees, Fines, and Other Financial Information
To pay off your students' fees online or with a credit card, please follow the instructions below for an easy way to pay.
Getting started is a simple three-step process!
1. Download the app or visit the https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/getmain.action homepage and click on “Sign Up Free”.
2. Create a user profile with your email address, establish a password, and set up your security questions.
3. Add a Student to your account using the student’s name and date of birth or student ID number.
Note: student ID numbers can be obtained by contacting the school. Now you’re ready to make payments!
Student Home Access (eSchool Gradebook)
If you do not know your login, contact the Glendale main office at 417-523-8901, and the office staff will provide this information.
Then go to https://www.sps.org/ or https://www.sps.org/glendale and click on the Family Home Access Center link. You will then be prompted to enter your username and password.
A+ Program Updates
The A+ Program provides scholarship funds for eligible graduates to attend most Missouri community colleges and technical schools. In addition, several four-year Missouri colleges and universities offer their own scholarship for A+ qualified students. Last year our A+ graduates could earn as much as $10,000 towards their college tuition and general fees.
Glendale makes the A+ program fun by providing promotional activities and events each school year. Each year we have around 50% of graduates qualify for the A+ program. For more information about the Glendale A+ Program, students can check out their A+ CANVAS course which lists A+ Program Resources, visit the A+ website or follow us on Twitter @glendaleAplus.
If you have any questions please contact Jenny Cofield, Glendale A+ Program Coordinator.
The Branch
Students needing free food, hygiene and/or clothing supplies… GHS is proud to have The Branch Hygiene, Clothing, and Food Outreach Program inventory available to our students at no cost! Please see Ms. Massey or Mrs. Patton for any needs.
Please check your student's grades for seated courses in eSchool. We will continue to post student grades in eSchool. It is vital that students start strong. Please check your student's grades online, and communicate with your student's teachers. Our goal is that all students are academically successful, please encourage your student to submit all assignments.
If your student is taking a LAUNCH course or is fully virtual, their grades will be kept updated in Canvas.
eSchool is where you see your students' grades (completed assignments) and Canvas is where you see what they are doing, and what they will be doing (current and future assignments and learning).
Grades & D/F Phone Calls
Grades in eSchool are the official grades for seated students. GHS will continue sending phone messages to the homes of students who have a D or F in any of their classes. If you haven't started checking eSchool grades please do so. If you receive the phone call please check eSchool to see what class(es) your student has the D/F. We also recommend you contact the teacher with questions, concerns, or you feel an error has been made.
For clarification, the report used to determine who receives these calls runs at 4:30 a.m.
the day you receive the call. It is possible teachers update grades during the course of the
day. Again, please check eSchool on a regular basis and direct questions to the teacher(s).
For clarification, the report used to determine who receives these calls runs at 4:30 a.m.
the day you receive the call. It is possible teachers update grades during the course of the
day. Again, please check eSchool on a regular basis and direct questions to the teacher(s).
Glendale and SPS Information GHS Website: https://www.sps.org/glendale
2021-22 Springfield Public Schools Calendar: https://www.sps.org/
Please remember we are here for you and your student. Don't hesitate to reach out to us at
any time.
2021-22 Springfield Public Schools Calendar: https://www.sps.org/
Please remember we are here for you and your student. Don't hesitate to reach out to us at
any time.
For questions, please call 523-8900.
