Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Why does my child need a Friday Folder?
The Friday Folder is designed to keep you informed of all things GPS. Friday Folders contain any graded work that teachers send home from that week along with important notices regarding field trips, special events, practice and game times, and other updated information or announcements.Back to Top
How do I get my child's Friday Folder?
Friday Folders are handed to each student during their 7th Period classes. Students are to take them home and return them with a parent's signature to their Homeroom teachers by Monday. Seniors may pick up their Friday Folders when they sign out on Fridays. Parents may also request to pick up their child's folder from the office in the case of illness or absence.Back to Top
Morning Notes are posted on the web each morning, and Friday News and Notes are posted each Friday. You can access these for the latest announcements on events, practices, games, testing, and more. You can also access each teacher's web page for important information regarding homework assignments, test dates, and class events.Back to Top
Why do I need to sign and return my child's Friday Folder?
The Friday Folder is designed to be a two-way communication between GPS and our parents. By signing and returning the folder, you verify to us that you have received the enclosed information. There is also space provided on the signature sheet for comments or questions. The office will direct your comment question to the appropriate person, and they will contact you.Back to Top
What time are practices/games?
Practice/game times are posted on the monthly calendar that is sent home in the Friday Folder before the new month begins. For information on any changes that may have taken place, please go to the Morning Notes section of the Main Office Page. Also, you may go the the Athletics page of our website which provides up-to- date information.Back to Top
If I need to caontact my child, may I call the office and have someone get my child on the phone?
Unless it is a true emergency, please limit using the office as a way of contacting your child during school. Many parents do not realize the inconvenience this can cause and the time it takes to find students and relay messages. Please try to have all ride and time arrangements planned with your child before school in order to avoid miscommunication and messages left with the office. NOTE: The office will NOT interrupt class time to relay any message.Back to Top