GHS Updates - Georgetown High School

Weekly Announcements - 12/8/25

Susan Cooper

Weekly Announcements

December 8, 2025

Important Dates

12/17-12/20 - Fall Semester Final Exams

12/19 - Early Release

12/22-1/2 - District closed/Holiday

1/5 - Professional Learning/Student Holiday

1/6 - First Day of Spring Semester

5/16 - Prom

Nurse’s Notes
GISD follows the Texas Department of Health Guidelines for illness-related exclusions from school. The guidelines below have been developed for the exclusion of students who have or are suspected of having a communicable illness. These regulations are in conformance with the Texas Department of State Health Services and the Centers for Disease Control.

To protect all children from communicable illnesses, the school administrator/ principal shall exclude from attendance any child having or suspected of having a communicable condition.

GISD Exclusion Criteria

Rachel Brandon, BSN, RN

School Nurse

Georgetown High School

Georgetown ISD

https://ghs.georgetownisd.org/

(office) 512-943-5101

(fax) 512-943-5172

Reminders for Checking Out Students
GHS is a closed campus. When it is necessary for a student to leave campus for any reason, parents are required to contact the attendance office before the student has permission to leave, regardless of the student’s age. Please submit early dismissal requests 2-3 hours in advance, if possible, to accommodate for classes involving PE/sports/off campus activities. Students will not be released after 3:30, unless the parent notifies the attendance office before 3pm.

Contact information: Taylor Hinojosa ghsattendance@georgetownisd.org or by phone 512-943-5100 x5113.

Counselors’ Corner

The advanced course exit window will be open from Monday, December 1st, at 8 am through Monday, December 15th at 4 pm. Students wanting to exit an advanced course will need to log into their Class of 20__ Google classroom and complete the advanced course exit form. Counselors will not accept requests via email. Movements out of advanced courses will go into effect for the second semester.

All students - Please join your "Class of 20__" Google classroom. Counselors use these Google classrooms to post presentations, advising information, and various forms throughout the year. Class codes are listed below:

· CLASS OF 2026- blqsgvqc

· CLASS OF 2027- z6coh4zd

· CLASS OF 2028- syyx5jlj

· CLASS OF 2029- yew535ez

College, Career and Military Readiness
All seniors and juniors are invited to attend ACC Application Assistance Sessions hosted by the GHS College & Career Center.

Please register by clicking here! Students who register will receive a pass in class to attend the session (with permission from their teacher).

Mrs. Schroeder and the counseling team partner to ensure seniors have the tools for success in life after high school. Students and parents, click here to schedule with Mrs. Schroeder.

Check out these helpful resources to organize and enhance your college admissions search:

BigFuture through College Board

Niche

Texas OnCourse

Attendance Numbers to Remember
Great job getting those excuse notes in!

Please email ghsattendance@georgetownisd.org for any attendance concerns or needs, including checking out a student early and submitting excuse notes. Early check out notices should be sent as early as possible but no later than 3:00 p.m. For any mistakes in attendance, students should submit an attendance check form which can be obtained at any house office or they can ask the teacher to email the attendance office. We must have documentation from the teacher to correct what was recorded.

Numbers to remember:

Parents can excuse up to five days each semester.

In a six-month period, students may only miss 10 days to avoid truancy.

Seven unexcused absences will result in an attendance support plan.

Students must attend at least 90% to earn high school credits (even with a passing grade).

NEXT College and Career Readiness

Come join us for mentorship and assistance with...

+ College Application Process + College Visits

+ Financial Aid & Scholarships + Career Guidance

+ Recommendation Letters + Essays and Resumes

NEXT meets every Monday after school from 4:00-5:00pm in the Flex Room, #312. Snacks are always provided. Come see what’s NEXT for you!

Parking Permits
Students who park at our campus parking lots during school hours need to purchase a parking permit on the GHS website. Once purchased, you will need to see Ms. Hadeen in the Annex A office to receive your permit. Old GHS parking permits from previous years are no longer valid. Our posted speed is 15 mph for operating your vehicle on campus.

Powerlifting Informational Meeting

The GHS Girls and Boys Powerlifting team is preparing for the 2026 season. Interested participants ninth grade through twelfth grade are welcome to compete if eligible. There will be a pre-season meeting in the Field House classroom at 7:15 A.M. or 4:10 P.M. on Tuesday, December 9th. Contact Coach Kincheloe at kincheloet@georgetownisd.org with any questions.

Holiday Dress Up/Photos with Santa

Student Council is sponsoring a Dress in PJs/Friend Photos with Santa Day on Monday, December 15. Find your pals and take some photos with our GHS Santa in the cafeteria during all lunches.

2026 UIL One-Act Play Auditions
The UIL One-Act Play (OAP) competition is right around the corner! This year, our competition play will be Over the River and Through the Woods by Joe DiPietro! This heartfelt comedy follows Nick, a young Italian-American from New Jersey whose routine Sunday dinners with both sets of grandparents are disrupted when he’s offered his dream job across the country. His loving (and meddling) grandparents—Frank, Aida, Nunzio, and Emma—devise a plan, with the help of the charming Caitlin O’Hare, to convince him that family should always come first.
AUDITION DETAILS:
Monday, December 8th & Tuesday, December 9th – Auditions
Wednesday, December 10th – Callbacks
What to Prepare:
Two contrasting monologues (no more than 2 minutes total)
A slate introducing yourself and your pieces
Completed audition form (attached)
Sign up for an audition slot

IMPORTANT: OAP is a major commitment that runs from January through March, with the possibility of extending into May, if we advance. Rehearsal schedules can change frequently as competition dates are announced. Please make sure you fully understand the time and effort required before auditioning.

Let’s make this year’s OAP season unforgettable. Break a leg, everyone!

Charity Read-a-Thon

The GHS Charity Read-a-Thon supporting GISD Goes Gold, The Locker and Serteens will run from November 19-January 19. Students set a goal for the number of books read during that two-month period, and ask family and friends to pledge an online donation. Any amount helps! Here is a link to the form. Look for the signs and paper copies of forms around campus. Forms are also available in the library, house offices and English classes. The forms are intended as a guide and are not required to be turned in to anyone. Email or see Ms. Cooper with questions. It’s a win for students and the charities!

Barcelona, Spain to Paris, France Travel Opportunity – June 2027

GHS French Teacher, Madame Dodds, is leading a tour from Barcelona to Paris June 10-17, 2027. All are invited to learn more about this amazing opportunity as we experience the wonder of Spanish and French cultures from Barcelona to Provence to Paris. There will be an informational meeting for parents and students on Wednesday, December 10th, at 6 pm in the GHS Annex, Room 870. Please email Mrs. Dodds at doddsk@georgetownisd.org if you are interested in the meeting or the trip.

Fall Semester Choir Concerts

Dec. 11 Winter Concert with Orchestra & Choir @ 7pm PAC

Toaster Thursdays

Join FFA for free toast, toaster pastries and coffee on Toaster Thursdays. This is in the Ag Hall from 8am to 8:30am.

Dec 18

Jack Frost Award

Seniors- are you a good citizen? Do you have school and community activities that make you proud? Then, you need to apply for the Jack Frost Citizen of the Month Award. The application is a Google form and can be filled out here or on the Senior Google Classroom. Two outstanding GHS students are selected each month to represent our campus as Jack Frost Recipients and will be recognized at the school board meetings.

Yearbook
Senior Yearbook Ads
Senior ads for the '26 Aerie Yearbook are now on sale!

Ad sizes are available to celebrate individual students, as well as ads specifically designed for larger groups (such as members of a club, organization, sport, or friend group).

Click here for more information regarding requirements and specifications.

Please click here to purchase an ad!

Yearbook ‘25-’26

Yearbook pre-purchases are now open for the ‘25-’26 school year! Make sure to purchase one before the end of August for the discounted price!

Click here to purchase the yearbook!

Senior Celebration (Formerly Project Graduation)
You're Invited December 12th-14th
Shop online at www.kendrascott.com from 12/12-12/14 and use code GIVEBACK-KWETH at checkout and 20% of your purchase will be donated to the GHS Senior Celebration.

Stop by our online store and get your 2026 Senior Designed T-Shirts and other senior gear! All proceeds go towards the 2026 GHS Senior Celebration.
Merchandise link: Store, Sponsorships & Events

Senior Parents!! I know we've had a lot of info coming our way but don't forget that one of our money makers for Senior Celebration is our revenue from basketball concessions! Don't forget to take a shift or two to make this happen!

GHS Basketball Concession Sign Up

Please make sure you have "liked" and are following 2026 GHS Senior Celebration on social media at:

Facebook

Instagram

SportsYou: TJ9H-SMS6

ParentU
Explore all our resources at www.georgetownisd.org/ParentU and share your feedback or suggest a future topic through Let’s Talk!

Replacement Student ID Badges/Bus Tags
Replacement student ID badges/bus tags are $5 and can be purchased at the GHS Library. Students will need to pay with cash or check, and correct change is appreciated. Replacement lanyards, clips and sleeves may also be requested at the library.

Library Nights
Library Nights are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-5:45 p.m. in the library. We will have Math and Science teachers ready to provide homework help and/or a structured place for students to do work, get tutoring, and take tests. Students must have their own ride home.

PTSA
Membership meetings are at 6 p.m. in the GHS Library on February 11 and April 8.

What Does the GHS PTSA Do?

The Georgetown High School PTSA supports students, teachers, and the broader school community through a wide range of programs and initiatives. These include student and faculty scholarships, teacher support and appreciation efforts, the Reflections Arts Program, the Homecoming Dance, the Academic Excellence Banquet, advocacy efforts, and more.

Whether you're a parent, student, educator, or community member, your PTSA membership helps make a meaningful impact at GHS.

To become a member, visit joinPTA.org or complete a paper membership form. The membership fee is only $9! For more information or to request a form, please email georgetownhsptsa@gmail.com.

Students receive two service hours for joining.

Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GHSPTSA

Library
The library is open from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. You can look up our physical books on Classlink under Follett Destiny Library Catalog or from the library webpage. Our digital books and audiobooks are always available on Sora in Classlink!

Desktop computers and a printer are available for use. We also have a green screen room, a conference room with large monitors for group projects, a 3D printer and a keyboard piano.

Athletics
GISD has a no backpack policy at the football stadium. You will not be allowed to enter with a backpack. Please leave those at home or in your car.

You must purchase tickets in advance. Tickets will not be sold at the gate. Click here to go to the GISD Athletic Box Office.

Girls’ Basketball

Tuesday, December 9 – vs. Connally at GHS – 9 Blue at 5:15, JV at 5:30 and Varsity at 7 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday, December 11-13 – Georgetown Championships at GHS – TBD

Friday, December 12 – Varsity vs. Killeen at Killeen at 6 p.m.

Friday, December 12 – 9 White vs. Belton at Belton at 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 16 – vs. EVHS at GHS - 9 Blue at 5:15, JV at 5:30 and Varsity at 7 p.m.

Boys’ Basketball

Tuesday, December 9 – vs. Austin Liberal Arts and Science Academy (LASA) at LASA – 9A and 9B at 5:30, JV at 6:30 and Varsity at 8 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday, December 11-13 – Varsity at Glen Rose Tournament – TBD

Monday, December 15 – vs. Copperas Cove at Copperas Cove – 9A and JV at 5:00, 9B and Varsity at 6:30

Boys’ Soccer

Tuesday, December 9 – Varsity and JVA Intrasquad Scrimmage at GHS at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, December 12 – Scrimmage vs. Cedar Ridge at GHS – JVB at 4:30, JVA at 5:45 and Varsity at 7:30 p.m.

Girls’ Soccer

Friday, December 12 – Scrimmage vs. Westwood at WHS – JVA at 5:30 and Varsity at 7:15 p.m.

Monday – December 15 – Scrimmage vs. Belton at GHS - JVB at 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 16 – Scrimmage vs. Liberty Hill/Buda Johnson at GHS – JVA TBD and Varsity at 5:30 and 7:10 p.m.

Softball

Saturday, January 24 – Varsity vs. New Braunfels/Rouse/EVHS/Cedar Ridge at GHS – Time TBD

Swimming
Friday, January 9 – Georgetown Winter Invite at Georgetown Rec Center at 9 a.m. (Warm-up at 7 a.m.)

Wrestling

Wednesday, December 10 – JV/Varsity Dual vs. Glenn (Middle School Night) at GHS Annex at 6 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, December 12-13 – Texas Women’s Classic at Lewisville HS

Saturday, December 13 – Varsity Boys Iron Tiger Duals and Girls Scramble at Dripping Springs HS at 8 a.m.

Clubs
Board Game Club - If you enjoy games like Chess, Magic the Gathering, Catan, or other board games then Board Game Club is for you! Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience. Meetings will be held every Thursday from 4-6 p.m. in Mr. Anderson’s room, #156.

UIL Science – If you like science, join our UIL Science team. We meet on Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. in Mr. Anderson’s room, #156.

The Locker - Come join The Locker, a service-based club here at Georgetown that is focused on kids helping kids! We meet on Mondays after school in the library. We would love to see you there!

Key Club – Key Club is a service-oriented club that anyone can join. Our motto is “Caring, our way of life.” We will meet most Thursdays after school in room 864.

Blue Crew - If you want to be part of the Best Student Section in Texas, then we need you. We are looking for students that are excited about school spirit. Blue Crew is open to ALL GHS students. We need you to make this year great. See Mr. Mayo or email him at mayok@georgetownisd.org for more info.

Criminal Justice Club - We meet Wednesdays after school in room 847. If you are interested in criminal justice, working on public speaking, or want to find a place for you to find out more about public safety and law enforcement, show up to the meeting or contact Mr. Reinders or Ms. Jolly.

Serteens - We meet Tuesdays after school in the Flex Space by the cafeteria. If you are interested in Serteens and doing some community service, show up on Tuesday or contact Ms. Jolly.

Senior Class Council - Hey Seniors! If you're interested in helping plan prom and other fun senior activities this year, swing by Mrs. Daley's room to learn more about class council. We meet on Wednesday mornings at 8:10 a.m. in room 883. Hope to see you there, Class of 2026!

StellarXplorers - The StellarXplorers National Space Design Competition is a fun space system design competition that challenges teams of students to solve orbit planning, satellite component, and launch operation scenarios in a series of online rounds. When: Competitions occur twice a month in October, November and January. They will be conducted on Sundays from 9 - 3. For more information contact: Major Arjona: arjonad@georgetownisd.org

Mrs. Henry: henryt@georgetownisd.org.

CyberPatriots - This is a competition that challenges teams of high school students to find and fix cybersecurity vulnerabilities in virtual operating systems. Teams are scored on how secure they make the system. Top teams advance through the online rounds of competition. When: Competitions occur once in October, November and January. They will be conducted on Friday nights from 4 - 10. Practice sessions will be made available Tuesday or Thursday after school from 4 - 6 at East View High School. For more information contact: Major Arjona: arjonad@georgetownisd.org or Mrs. Henry: henryt@georgetownisd.org.

Theatre Booster Club -The Theatre booster club is open for any student interested in helping with fundraising for theatre! Please see or email Ms. Cagle for more information.

Mariachi Band - Las Aguilas de Georgetown (the GHS Mariachi Band) is back and welcoming new members! Students are invited to be a part of the best Mariachi Band in Georgetown. Beginners welcome. We're meeting every other week on Wednesdays in the Orchestra room. Contact Mrs. Bahrainwala at bahrainwalab@georgetownisd.org for more info.

Palette of History – Join our art history club. We will meet every other Tuesday in Room 864, 4:15 -5pm. Ask Adryanna Paz or Yaretzy Camacho for details. We hope to see you there.

UIL Math - Love solving puzzles, quick thinking, or crunching numbers? Come be part of our Mathematics, Calculator Applications, and Number Sense Teams! Challenge yourself, make friends, and show off your skills while representing GHS. Stop by Mrs. Hise's classroom Monday mornings before school at 8:15 AM for details. All are welcome!

HOSA - Interested in healthcare, service, or simply looking to get involved? Look no further than HOSA (Future Health Professionals). See Mrs. Borho in room 837 or email her at borhoj@georgetownisd.org. Can't wait to see you there!

Fishing Club - Interested in fishing? Join the GHS Fishing Club today! Contact Mr. Houston at houstont@georgetownisd.org, if you’re interested.
-No prior experience or gear needed.
-All levels welcome.

Ruby Slipper - Come join the Ruby Slipper! Ruby Slipper is a student-led organization with the goal of providing students equal access to formal wear for special events like Homecoming and Prom. Meetings are Thursday mornings at 8:00 in Mrs. Perry's office in the Annex. For more information see Mrs. Perry in the Annex B office or follow them on Instagram at ghs_rubyslipper.

Best Buddies - Best Buddies is launching at GHS! See Mrs. Kennedy in room 170 or email her at kennedyd@georgetownisd.org. If you are interested in making a difference at GHS and helping build friendships with our students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, then Best Buddies is for you!

Real Life Club - Student Bible Study and Prayer - All are welcome to join the Real Life Club every Wednesday after school, from 4:10 to 5 pm, in Annex Room 870. Please contact Mrs. Dodds with any questions. We hope to see you there.

Soaring Eagles

Criminal Justice Club - The Criminal Justice Club participated in the Texas Public Service Teacher Association (TXPSTA) regional competition and placed in the following events.

1st Place -Emergency Response Team or better known as SWAT: Chloe Eason, Isaac More, Cian Patterson, Cody Eppel, Aiden Sullivan and Brynlee Colburn

1st Place - Accident Investigation: Autumn Bernard (2nd Year IN A Row 1st Place!)

2nd Place - Crime Scene Investigation: Autumn Bernard, Sabana Bhattarai & Kelsie Hearon

3rd Place - Domestic Crisis: Konnor Campbell & Jeremy Huertas

2nd Place - Building Search: Emma Cooke, Isabella Padilla, Konner Campbell & Colin Bryce

3rd Place - Female Law Enforcement Agility Course: Abigail Schuler

2nd Place - Fire Agility Course (male): Colin Bryce

2nd Place Fingerprint Lifting: Kelsie Hearon

2nd Place - Closing Arguments: Elisha Batina

2nd Place - Opening Statements: Brynn Knox