How to properly construct an email
- Use an appropriate greeting and properly address the reader.
- Keep the message short and concise
- Be polite
- Thank the reader and sign your name.
Who is your grade level Administrator?
- 9th Grade – Mr. Torrence
- 10th Grade – Mr. Engel
- 11th Grade – Mrs. Burbic
- 12th Grade – Mrs. Guyer
Who is your counselor?
- Mrs. Gravely: A-Da
- Mrs. Walton: De-J
- Mrs. Barrett: K-Mah
- Mrs. Hunt: S-Z
Layer in the building!
- Bring a jacket or wear short sleeves, hallways like the 200’s can be freezing.
- Typical fluctuating outdoor temperatures also contribute to the building’s climate.
How to apply for a job/volunteer opportunities
- Have a resume with any leadership roles, academic achievements, and anything else you see fit.
- Be sure to dress appropriately for an interview, I always go for all black.
- Prepare for your interview and think about any questions you may be asked and practice answering them.
Know how to access your student ID number
- We have been out of school for about 8 months now and I know I have long forgotten my student ID.
- For those of you going back to school, you will need the last four digits of your number to access printers and purchase lunch.
- You can locate your students ID on copies of your report card.
Juniors! THINK ABOUT COLLEGE NOW!
- Start researching colleges and make a list of schools you want to apply to.
- The application window sneaks up on you fast and can be lengthy.
- Make a calendar with importance application, fafsa, scholarships, and recommendation deadlines.
- Make sure you will be able to access documents like your SSN, w-2, etc. because you will need them.
What are some Godwin senior privileges?
- Senior minute before lunch and at dismissal.
- Parking in the senior lot
- Dressing up for Halloween
- Participating in Safety Day
- No mandatory common study
How to navigate the senior lot
- You are always better off being early and park closer to the front of the lot next to the road that leads out. This makes for a swift exit.
- Have a plan for how to get to the parking lot fast.
- Don’t get frustrated with traffic, nobody wants to get in an accident right after school.
Tips for the virtual classroom
- Be as connected with your teachers and faculty as possible!
- Know what resources are available and make sure to read daily emails being pushed to you, they often have important school and community events mentioned.
- Schedule time with your teachers even if it’s just to get to know them.
- This situation can be isolating on both ends if your teachers want to talk to you.
- Try to have a good understanding of who your grade principal is, your counselor, etc. these people are put in place just to help you.
