The GHS Weekly – Student & Family Edition
Week of March 22, 2026 • Principal: Brian Jandreau
A Heartfelt Thank You & Secret Request
Thank you to all the families who joined us for Parent-Teacher Conferences this past week. It was wonderful to see such a strong turnout. I have received incredible feedback regarding how prepared and caring our teachers were, and how deeply they know your students.
Shhhhh... for Parents and Students only: We would love your help in continuing to show appreciation for our teachers. Please take a minute to write a quick note of thanks to a special teacher (or multiple teachers) by clicking the form link below. Your kind words will be kept a surprise and distributed during Teacher Appreciation Week starting May 5.
Link to Thank You Form: https://forms.gle/aYedYt8JAn7qY1kM9
This Week at GHS
Monday, March 23, 2026 | Maroon-A Day
Advisory: Women’s History Month Activity
Course Request Week Begins: Students will start the process of requesting courses for the next academic year.
Spring Sports Start: Pitchers and catchers begin their first practices today.
Lunch: Beef & Broccoli Noodle Bar (served with fresh Maine proteins).
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | White Day | Lunch: Chicken Nachos.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | Maroon Day | Lunch: Italian Rice Bake.
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | White-EA Day
Advisory: Women’s History Month Activity | Senior Class Meeting
Lunch: Honey Curry Chicken over rice.
Friday, March 27, 2026 | Maroon Day | Lunch: Nashville Hot Honey Chicken with chips.
Meet "Ramsy the Ram" – Our New Digital Assistant
We are excited to introduce a new way for our community to stay connected: Ramsy the Ram, our AI-powered chatbot. Ramsy is designed to help you navigate the district website and find answers to frequent questions instantly.
What Ramsy Can Help With: Ask Ramsy about lunch menus, upcoming school committee dates, or district policies.
Where to Find Him: Look for the little star icon on the bottom right of any district webpage.
Need More Help? If Ramsy can’t find what you’re looking for, click the mail icon next to the chat to send a direct message to our staff.
Student Opportunities: Aspire & ELO
We have exciting opportunities for students to gain professional experience, earn credits, or earn money through our Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO) program. To discuss these, scan the QR code for Ms. Bourget or Ms. Deveaux outside the Aspire Office to make an appointment.
Actuarial Day at Unum (April 16, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm): Curious about math and risk assessment? Join students across New England to tour the Portland campus, meet the leadership team, and learn about a day in the life of an actuary. Lunch and snacks are provided. Please RSVP by April 6, 2026.
FAME Summer Personal Finance Institute (June 22–26): This FREE five-day course at Waynflete School helps students master budgeting, credit, investing, and more. Laptops and snacks are provided.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Our Advisory groups are engaging in a Women’s History Month project this week. Students will been working in teams to design informative door displays that move beyond "standard" history book figures to highlight excellence in STEM, the arts, and local leadership. We encourage you to ask your students which "Hidden Figures" they discovered during their research.
Important Updates for Students & Families
Special Olympics Fundraiser: Join us Saturday, March 21, for the Unified Basketball & Best Buddies Brunch (8:30–10:00 am). This is a "pay what you can" event to support our amazing athletes.
Postsecondary Information Night: Join the Student Services Department on Tuesday, March 24th at 6:00 pm in the MPAC. Families will learn about critical factors in the college search and application process. Please contact Ms. Cherry with any questions.
GHS Dental Clinic: We offer preventative dental services at no out-of-pocket cost. Enrollment is open until May 15, 2026. Contact Nurse Carlye Homan for forms.
Support Fine Arts: Join GOFAB! They are looking for committee volunteers to support our talented students. Visit GOFAB online.
Looking Ahead
Monday, March 30 | NHS Red Cross Blood Drive (8:00 am – 2:00 pm in the MPAC). Sign-ups open next week! | Spring Sports begins for all teams!
Friday, April 3 | End of Quarter 3 | Librarian Appreciation Day (Celebrated)!
April 6–10 | Assistant Principal Appreciation Week!
Tuesday, April 7 | All Gorham Band Night
Tuesday, April 14 | All Gorham Chorus Night
Saturday, May 2: Prom 2026 "Masquerade Ball" at Dunegrass (7:00 pm – 10:00 pm) – The Prom Committee is looking for volunteers for the "Masquerade Ball" at Dunegrass on May 2nd. Shifts are 6:45–8:30pm and 8:30–10:00pm.
