Student Spotlight This is fifth grader Kalem Hendricks’ first year as part of the GHS community. He says he likes the way our teachers teach and that students get to do fun activities in class. Kalem particularly enjoyed fifth grade’s spring STEAM Week activity, which challenged the students to engineer a prototype for an original invention.   “Kalem has blended very nicely into the fifth grade class,” says fifth grade teacher Ms. Christina. “He’s a good, loyal friend. His classmates...

Student Spotlight Eleventh grader Teddy Herrema joined the GHS community in seventh grade. He says he appreciates the personal relationships students are able to have with their teachers.    “It’s interesting how you become friends with people who aren’t in your grade because of the small class sizes,” says Teddy. “I appreciate that.”    Eleventh grade class advisor Mr. D. says Teddy is an “unquestioned leader in the junior class.”    “He is relied upon by his classmates,” says Mr. D. “He...

Student Spotlight Kindergartener Calliope Woods has been part of the GHS community since she joined the toddler program in 2022. Kindergarten teacher Ms. G. says Calliope is compassionate and thoughtful.    “She often notices when a classmate needs help and offers quiet support,” says Ms. G. “She’s a truly understanding and empathetic student.”    Calliope says she likes Ms. G. because she’s nice and good at teaching. Calliope especially enjoys learning math, and she’s currently very into...