Daily Announcements

December 14, 2018

Today is an A day Happy birthday today to Emma Smith!

Be sure to visit the E-Way this morning for some tasty popcorn, and also, get a blast from the past...there’s a special guest in the E-Way this morning, so stop by and say hello! Thank you to the junior and senior high school band and chorus for the beautiful concert last night! Thank you to Mr. Barrow, Ms. Booth, Mr. Gregg and Mr. Mangano for your direction of an amazing evening!

Congratulations once again to the winners of the GTV intro and outro contest! All the winners...Mr. Tripp’s College Bio class, along with Kaylee Bagdan and Rachel Wnuk, get free popcorn and a drink today from the E-Way Store! Thank you Mrs. Sitts and E-Way interns!

Penny Wars continue today! Bring your money to lunches today and add points to your class collection!

Students who want their letter "G" put on their varsity jackets need to get their letter to Mrs. Keller ASAP.

Are you looking for community service hours? Would you like to help the environment? Help Science Club pick up recyclables every Friday after school! Sign up on the volunteer lists outside Mr. Levin’s room or Mr. Tripp’s room! Thank you!

IN OTHER NEWS:

Next week is Spirit Week! Get your festive ensembles ready! Monday is Comfy Cozy Day! Tuesday is Hawaiian Day! Wednesday is Ugly Sweater Day! And Thursday is Blue and Gold Day!

A representative from RPI will be here on Thursday the 20th at 9:30am. Sign up in Guidance to learn more.

Attention Sophomores: Any students interested in any of the Early College Career Academy programs at SUNY Adirondack, please see Ms. Morck. There are programs in New Media, IT Networking, Advanced Manufacturing and Business and Entrepreneurship.

Here are a few things you need to know about this year’s yearbook orders forms. The icons are $3 each. The order deadline is 2/22/19. After that deadline, books are $52 until they are sold out. Yearbooks are only guaranteed for those that pre-ordered by the February deadline, so order soon! There are multiple payment options on the Jostens web site including an option to pay in school. However, the order must be generated online. Please see Mr. Nettleton or Cori Hardcastle if you have any questions.

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 13 (THURSDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Aaron Wenk!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: Galway turkey sub

TODAY:

Penny Wars start today! Bring your money to lunches today and add points to your class collection!

Students who want their letter "G" put on their varsity jackets need to get their letter to Mrs. Keller ASAP.

There is a Junior class meeting today at 2:30 in Ms. Leonardo's room. If you’re a Junior and have an opinion, be sure to be there! Many Prom decisions will be made, and the class wants to hear from you!

TOMORROW:

IN OTHER NEWS:

Next week is Spirit Week! Get your festive ensembles ready! Monday is Comfy Cozy Day! Tuesday is Hawaiian Day! Wednesday is Ugly Sweater Day! And Thursday is Blue and Gold Day!

A representative from RPI will be here on Thursday the 20^th at 9:30am. Sign up in Guidance to learn more.

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 12 (WEDNESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: cheese or broccoli pizza

TODAY:

A big thank you goes out today to all the students who brought in non-perishable food items during the past week to contribute to the Greater Galway Community Christmas Basket Project. Thank you to the class officers and advisers who went out to purchase items as part of a food scramble challenge. Over 2,000 items were collected! Also, thank you to members of the wrestling team, basketball team, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society and Student Senate along with Coach D'Alessandro and Mrs. Peters who helped load the bus, unload the bus, sort and count the non-perishables at the church. Thank you to Mrs. O'Reilly, Mrs. Britten and the Elementary Student Council for their diligence in collecting and sorting SO MANY items in the elementary. Well done Eagle Nation!

Students who want their letter "G" put on their varsity jackets need to get their letter to Mrs. Keller ASAP.

There is a Ski Club meeting in Mrs. Sheehy's room after school today. New members are welcome!

TOMORROW:

There is a Junior class meeting tomorrow at 2:30 in Ms. Leonardo's room. If you’re a Junior and have an opinion, be sure to be there! Many Prom decisions will be made, and the class wants to hear from you!

Penny Wars start tomorrow! Break those piggy banks and check under the couch cushions for all the coins you can find!

IN OTHER NEWS:

A representative from RPI will be here on Thursday the 20^th at 9:30am. Sign up in Guidance to learn more.

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 11 (TUESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY to Nick Zuk!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: chicken patty

TODAY:

A U.S. Army representative will be in the Guidance office today. Sign up in Guidance for a pass.

The Holiday Food Drive ends today! Thank you for your donations! The winning class will get money donated to their class fund.

Students who want their letter "G" put on their varsity jackets need to get their letter to Mrs. Keller ASAP.

TOMORROW:

There is a Ski Club meeting in Mrs. Sheehy's room after school tomorrow. New members are welcome!

There is a Student Senate meeting tomorrow after school in Mr. Kirvin’s room.

IN OTHER NEWS:

There is a Junior class meeting this Thursday at 2:30 in Ms. Leonardo's room. If you’re a Junior and have an opinion, be sure to be there! Many Prom decisions will be made, and the class wants to hear from you!

Penny Wars start this Thursday! Break those piggy banks and check under the couch cushions for all the coins you can find!

A representative from RPI will be here on Thursday the 20^th at 9:30am. Sign up in Guidance to learn more.

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 10 (MOCHA MONDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: turkey hot dog and French fries

TODAY:

Congratulations to the 7th grade boys’ modified basketball team who defeated Canajoharie 29-16 on Saturday. Well done Eagles!

TOMORROW:

The Holiday Food Drive ends tomorrow, so be sure to bring in your non-perishable food items to your English classes. The winning class will get money donated to their class fund. Thank you!

IN OTHER NEWS:

Penny Wars start this Thursday! Break those piggy banks and check under the couch cushions for all the coins you can find!

Attention skiers and snowboarders: Ski Club is still accepting members for this year’s after school program at West Mountain. Please see Mrs. Sheehy or a Ski Club member with questions.

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 7 (FRIDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Julia Holbrook! Happy birthday over the weekend to Stephanie Martin and Darren Heigel!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: cheeseburger and salad

TODAY:

Congratulations to the victors in the Poetry Out Loud competition yesterday…4^th place was Rachel Wnuk and 3^rd place was Anna Dubrowski—they both won $25 Amazon gift cards. The 1^st and 2^nd place winners won $50 Amazon gift cards, and 2 spots in the regional Poetry Out Loud competition in February at Hudson Valley Community College…Congratulations to Hannah Thompson and Jon Fajans!

The Holiday Food Drive ends on Tuesday, so be sure to bring in your non-perishable food items to your English classes. The winning class will get money donated to their class fund. Thank you!

Today’s Computer Science fun facts for National Computer Science Education Week:

In September 1956 IBM launched the 305 RAMAC, the first ‘SUPER’ computer with a hard disk drive (HDD). The HDD weighed over a ton and stored 5 MB of data

One of every 8 married couples in the United States has met online.

Check out Lightbot and CodeCombat for some fun and easy coding games!

Attention Seniors: Your $100 non-refundable deposit for the Senior Trip is due to Mrs. O TODAY. Spots are available on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to get your paperwork turned in as well. See Mrs. O if you have any questions!

There is a Science Club meeting today in Mr. Levin's room. We'll be talking about revamping the school's recycling system and important science news in our world today. See you there!

There is a Republican Club meeting today after school in Mr. Jacaruso’s room.

Mr. Diamond is hosting a Board Game Club meeting today after school in his room.

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention skiers and snowboarders: Ski Club is still accepting members for this year’s after school program at West Mountain. Please see Mrs. Sheehy or a Ski Club member with questions.

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 6 (THURSDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Courtney Koehler and Alexis Henry!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: salsa chicken

TODAY:

The Poetry Outloud competition is today after school in the library. Come listen to some beautiful poetry and enjoy the performances! Who will win the top honors? Refreshments are available to competitors and those who come to applaud and celebrate poetry. Competitors should have told their English teacher which poems they will be presenting. See you there!

The Holiday Food Drive continues today and runs to next Monday. The winning class will get money donated to their class fund. Winners will be revealed at the Pep Rally December 20th. Please bring in your non-perishable food items to your English classes, and deposit them in the Food Drive boxes. Thank you!

Today’s Computer Science fun facts for National Computer Science Education Week:

The average computer user blinks 7 times a minute, which is less than half the normal rate of 20.

The first electronic computer ENIAC weighed more than 27 tons and took up 1800 square feet.

Check out Lightbot and CodeCombat for some fun and easy coding games!

Attention skiers and snowboarders: Ski Club is still accepting members for this year’s after school program at West Mountain. Please see Mrs. Sheehy or a Ski Club member with questions.

TOMORROW:

Attention Seniors: Your $100 non-refundable deposit for the Senior Trip is due to Mrs. O by tomorrow. Spots are available on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to get your paperwork turned in as well. See Mrs. O if you have any questions!

There is a Science Club meeting tomorrow in Mr. Levin's room. We'll be talking about revamping the school's recycling system and important science news in our world today. See you there!

There is a Republican Club meeting tomorrow after school in Mr. Jacaruso’s room.

IN OTHER NEWS:

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 5 (WEDNESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS
TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: cheesy breadsticks and salad

TODAY:

Congratulations to the varsity teams that received the Scholar Athlete Award this fall! The boys’ cross country team had an average of 95.1. The volleyball team had an average GPA of 95.63. The girls’ soccer team achieved a 95.64 average, while on top, the girls’ varsity cross country team earned a 97.5 GPA! Students with a 90 or above average that played a varsity sport this fall should go to Guidance to get their Scholar Athlete pin. Great job Eagle Nation!

Congratulations to the 8th grade Students of the Month for November who were chosen for exhibiting the character trait of RESPONSIBILITY. English – Evan King, Home and Careers – Sophia Fasolino, Math – Sydney Mariani, Music/Chorus/Band – Abigail Ehrenberg, Physical Education – Eric Zelezniak, Science – Stephanie Martin, Spanish – Connor Johnson, Social Studies – Spencer Newsom and Technology – Josh Lovelass. Congratulations to all of the Students of the Month!

Today’s Computer Science fun facts for National Computer Science Education Week:

Only 8% of the world’s currency is physical money, the rest only exists on computers

The first computer mouse was invented by Doug Engelbart in around 1964 and it was made out of wood.

Reminder!! Galway is hosting an Hour of Code event in the HS library tonight from 6-7:30. This event is open to all of the Galway School Community. Come play and learn more about coding and computer science by playing with robots, coding calculators, playing coding games, and playing BreakoutEDU games! There will be a bake sale, raffles, and prizes! The robotics team will also debut their robots. Come join the fun!

Attention skiers and snowboarders: Ski Club is still accepting members for this year’s after school program at West Mountain. Please see Mrs. Sheehy or a Ski Club member with questions.

TOMORROW:

The Poetry Outloud competition is tomorrow after school in the library. Come listen to some beautiful poetry and enjoy the performances! Who will win the top honors? Refreshments are available to competitors and those who come to applaud and celebrate poetry. See you there!

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention Seniors: Your $100 non-refundable deposit for the Senior Trip is due to Mrs. O by this Friday. Spots are available on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to get your paperwork turned in as well. See Mrs. O if you have any questions!

There is a Science Club meeting this Friday in Mr. Levin's room. We'll be talking about revamping the school's recycling system and important science news in our world today. See you there!

There is a Republican Club meeting this Friday after school in Mr. Jacaruso’s room.

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 4 (TUESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: macaroni and cheese

TODAY:

Congratulations to the 7th grade Students of the Month for November who were chosen for exhibiting the character trait of RESPONSIBILITY. Art – Clark Anuszewski, English – Carson Eagan, Health – Adrienne Carter, Math - Sarah McCray, Music/Chorus Band – Shamus Evans,

Physical Education – Kendra Peterson, Science – Shawn McDonald, Spanish – Amber Kolpakas, Social Studies - Emma Mitchell and Technology – Rainn McMillan. We will announce the 8^th grade Students of the Month tomorrow.

Today’s Computer Science fun facts for National Computer Science Education Week:

Around 50% of all Wikipedia vandalism is caught by a single computer program with more than 90% accuracy.

Computer science jobs pay more than twice the national average.

Reminder!! Galway is hosting an Hour of Code event in the HS library tomorrow night from 6-7:30. This event is open to all of the Galway School Community. Come play and learn more about coding and computer science by playing with robots, coding calculators, playing coding games, and playing BreakoutEDU games! There will be a bake sale, raffles, and prizes! The robotics team will also debut their robots. Come join the fun!

Attention Junior Class: Smith's Pie orders and money are due today to Ms. Leonardo. Also, please check Google Classroom, Class of 2020, if you would like to share your opinion on After Prom ideas.

There is a Student Senate meeting today after school in Mr. Kirvin’s room. All members must attend.

Attention skiers and snowboarders: Ski Club is still accepting members for this year’s after school program at West Mountain. Please see Mrs. Sheehy or a Ski Club member with questions.

IN OTHER NEWS:

The Poetry Outloud competition is this Thursday after school in the library. First and second place will win a $50.00 Amazon gift card and have a chance to go to the Regionals in February. Third and fourth place will win a $25.00 Amazon gift card. Refreshments will be available to competitors and those who come to applaud and celebrate poetry. See you there!

There is a Science Club meeting this Friday in Mr. Levin's room. We'll be talking about revamping the school's recycling system and important science news in our world today. See you there!

There is a Republican Club meeting this Friday after school in Mr. Jacaruso’s room.

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

DECEMBER 3 (MONDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: chicken fajita

TODAY:

Congratulations to the Gold Team who won the Blue and Gold game Friday night! Thank you to all those that came out to play and cheer on the teams! It was a great night for Eagle Nation spirit!

The Holiday Food Drive starts today and runs to Friday the 14^th. The winning class will get money donated to their class fund. Winners will be revealed at the Pep Rally December 20th. Boxes for donations will be in your English teacher classrooms.

There is a Junior High Student Senate meeting during lunch today in Ms. Leonardo's room.

Today is the start of National Computer Science Education Week! Computer Science is the study of computers. Not just the computers we see and use all the time either! There are computers in a lot of things: cars, lights, and heating/cooling systems. Even some roads, shoes, and greenhouses use computers. This year, Galway is promoting Computer Science and Coding in several different ways. One way is by sharing computer science fun facts here on GTV.

The first 1GB hard disk drive was announced in 1980 which weighed about 550 pounds, and had a price tag of $40,000. Today, you can store 1GB online for ½ a cent.

68.7% of computer science majors have at least one job offer before graduating university.

Galway is also hosting an Hour of Code event in the HS library this Wednesday, Dec 5 from 6-7:30. This event is open to all of the Galway School Community. Come play and learn more about coding and computer science by playing with robots, coding calculators, playing coding games, and playing BreakoutEDU games! There will be a bake sale, raffles, and prizes! The robotics team will also debut their robots. Come join the fun!

TOMORROW:

Attention Junior Class: Smith's Pie fundraiser is due tomorrow to Ms. Leonardo. Please check Google Classroom, Class of 2020, if you would like to share your opinion on After Prom ideas.

There is a Student Senate meeting tomorrow after school in Mr. Kirvin’s room. All members must attend.

IN OTHER NEWS:

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

NOVEMBER 30 (FRIDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY over the weekend to Aila Bishop, Isabella Hart, Eric Zelezniak, and Holly Lyons!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: beef taco

TODAY:

Congratulations to the winners of the GTV intro and outro contest! Hannah Thompson and Mr. Tripp’s College Bio class earned the honor of best intro, with the “Full House” theme song! They will be receiving a special E-Way Café prize package! Congratulations to Kaylee Bagdan and Rachel Wnuk who created the Science outro! They will also receive a special award! Thank you for your amazing creations!

Congratulations to Emma Smith and Lindsay Zawisa for being named to the New York State All-State team. Emma was named to fourth team All-State and Lindsay was named to third team All-State!

Today in Guidance, Seniors can complete instant admission for SUNY Adirondack. Sign up for a pass to learn more.

Come on out Eagle Nation for the Blue and Gold Game tonight! The fun starts at 6pm! It costs only a dollar for students to get in, $2 for adults. There will be raffles and a 50/50, so bring your cash and maybe you will win big! Let’s see your school spirit Eagle Nation!!

TOMORROW:

Attention all athletes that sold wreaths: Please make sure to pick up your orders THIS SATURDAY from 11am-1pm at the HS main entrance. You are expected to pick up all the wreaths you sold (or make arrangements for your customer to come pick up themselves). See Coach Canell if you have any questions. Thank you!

IN OTHER NEWS:

The Holiday Food Drive starts Monday and runs to Friday the 14^th. The winning class will get money donated to their class fund. Winners will be revealed at the Pep Rally December 20th. Boxes for donations will be in your English teacher classrooms.

Attention Junior Class: Smith's Pie fundraiser is due next Tuesday to Ms. Leonardo. After Prom voting is posted on the 2020 Google Classroom and will also be open during lunch.

There is a Junior High Student Senate meeting during lunch on Monday the 3rd in Ms. Leonardo's room

The Poetry Outloud competition for students in grades 9-12 is coming! Learn two poems included in the Poetry Outloud anthology at poetryoutloud.org and come ready to recite in the library after school on December 6th. First and second place will win a $50.00 Amazon gift card and have a chance to go to the Regionals in February. Third and fourth place will win a $25.00 Amazon gift card. Refreshments will be available to competitors and those who come to applaud and celebrate poetry.

Attention Seniors: Your $100 non-refundable deposit for the Senior Trip is due to Mrs. O by Friday the 7^th. Spots are available on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to get your paperwork turned in as well. See Mrs. O if you have any questions!

Anyone interested in running Spring Track, go to Galway’s district web page. Then go to the Jr/Sr High School page and click on this link: Track Team Questionnaire to sign up for Spring Track! It might seem like it’s too early to sign up, but Mr. Mal has some questions for you about the season, so go fill it out today! Thank you!

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

NOVEMBER 29 (THURSDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Mikayla Neahr!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: chicken alfredo

TODAY:

There is a High School EMC meeting tomorrow after school in Mrs. O’s room. All members should attend and new members are welcome!

There is a Best Buddies meeting tomorrow after school in Ms. Leonardo’s room.

TOMORROW:

Tomorrow in Guidance, Seniors can complete instant admission for SUNY. Sign up for a pass to learn more.

Do you have a new intro or outro for GTV’s contest? They are due to Mrs. O by tomorrow at 2:30. Top winners receive a special E-Way Café prize package!

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention Junior Class: Smith's Pie fundraiser is due next Tuesday to Ms. Leonardo. After Prom voting is posted on the 2020 Google Classroom and will also be open during lunch.

There is a Junior High Student Senate meeting during lunch on Monday the 3rd in Ms. Leonardo's room

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

NOVEMBER 28 (WEDNESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Russell Cook!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: cheese or broccoli pizza and salad

TODAY:

Congratulations to all the students who made the Honor Roll first quarter! You have a special breakfast waiting for you in the High School gym this morning! Great work Eagle Nation!

This morning in Guidance Seniors can complete instant admission for Hudson Valley, and SUNY Adirondack instant admission will take place this Friday. Sign up for a pass to learn more.

Varsity Jackets are on sale today during lunches in the lobby. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Keller.

TOMORROW:

There is a High School EMC meeting tomorrow after school in Mrs. O’s room. All members should attend and new members are welcome!

There is a Best Buddies meeting tomorrow after school in Ms. Leonardo’s room.

IN OTHER NEWS:

GTV needs your creativity for our new contest! Create a new intro or outro for our morning broadcast! Please make sure that your video is no longer than 45 seconds and is school appropriate. The contest ends this Friday and the top 3 winners will receive a special E-Way Store prize package! Share your videos with Mrs. O on a flashdrive or through Google! We can’t wait to see what you create!

Attention Junior Class: Smith's Pie fundraiser is due next Tuesday to Ms. Leonardo. After Prom voting is posted on the 2020 Google Classroom and will also be open during lunch.

There is a Junior High Student Senate meeting during lunch on Monday the 3rd in Ms. Leonardo's room

Attention Seniors: Your $100 non-refundable deposit for the Senior Trip is due to Mrs. O Friday the 7^th. Spots are available on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to get your paperwork turned in as well. See Mrs. O if you have any questions!

Enter your writing in the November Impressions contest! Just share your writing with Ms. O’Brien-Yetto!

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

NOVEMBER 27 (TUESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: breakfast burritos

TODAY:

Attention Jazz Band members: rehearsal is this afternoon at 2:30.

TOMORROW:

Due to the delay, the Honor Roll breakfast is postponed until tomorrow. Congratulations to all the students who made the Honor Roll first quarter!

Tomorrow morning in Guidance Seniors can complete instant admission for Hudson Valley, and SUNY Adirondack instant admission will take place this Friday. Sign up for a pass to learn more.

Varsity Jackets will be on sale this Wednesday during lunches in the lobby. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Keller.

IN OTHER NEWS:

There is a High School EMC meeting this Thursday after school in Mrs. O’s room. All members should attend and new members are welcome!

There is a Best Buddies meeting this Thursday after school in Ms. Leonardo’s room.

Enter your writing in the November Impressions contest! Just share your writing with Ms. O’Brien-Yetto!

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

NOVEMBER 26 (MOCHA MONDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Eliza Eagan, Adam Smith, and Jasmine Pilczuk!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: chicken nuggets and veggies

TODAY:

Congratulations to the JV boys’ basketball team on their 63-41 win over Fort Edward. Kyler Ruddy finished with 22 points, while Braden Boudreau scored 18. Rowan Smith and Henry Flint played great games as well. Great job Eagles!

This morning in Guidance you can meet a rep from SUNY Cobleskill at 10:30. Seniors can complete instant admission for Hudson Valley this Wednesday, and SUNY Adirondack instant admission will take place this Friday. Sign up for a pass to learn more.

Attention Seniors: The Senior trip meeting is tonight at 7pm in the library. Please bring your parents, so we can answer all your questions about your trip to Washington, DC! You will hear all about the fun things that are planned, and you will receive the paperwork. It’s going to be a great trip!

IN OTHER NEWS:

Varsity Jackets will be on sale this Wednesday during lunches in the lobby. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Keller.

There will be a Best Buddies meeting this Thursday after school in Ms. Leonardo’s room.

GTV needs your creativity for our new contest! Create a new intro or outro for our morning broadcast! Please make sure that your video is no longer than 45 seconds and is school appropriate. The contest ends Friday November 30^th and the top 3 winners will receive a special E-Way Store prize package! Share your videos with Mrs. O on a flashdrive or through Google! We can’t wait to see what you create!

Enter your writing in the November Impressions contest! Just share your writing with Ms. O’Brien-Yetto!

A representative from the New Visions Medical program will be here on Friday, January 11th at 1pm. Any students that are interested should sign up in Guidance.

NOVEMBER 20 (TUESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY to Trevor Patterson and Kira Bishop! Happy birthday over the Thanksgiving break to Lauren Coughlin, Mason Groves, Sierra Morris, Elise Arey, Matt Sowle, Johnathon Jazwinski, Emma Carusone, Riley Flint, Lillie Milton, Trinity Caldwell-Mosher, and Hailey McElhiney!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: breaded fish filet

TODAY:

Today’s Guidance visits have been rescheduled. Hudson Valley is now coming on Wednesday the 28th at 9am. The U.S. Army is now coming on December 11th.

There will be a Galway High Drama meeting today after school in Ms. Booth's room (in the basement.) Any student in grades 9-12 interested in being a part of the spring musical should plan on attending! See Ms. Booth with any questions.

There is also a Freshman class officer meeting today at 2:30 in Mrs. Gerber’s room.

Attention FFA members: there is NO meeting tonight. Updates on registering for 212 & 360 conferences will be sent out next week.

TOMORROW:

We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving break with your family and friends!

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention Seniors: The Senior trip meeting is postponed to Monday the 26^th, in the library, at 7pm. Please bring your parents, so we can answer all your questions about your trip to Washington, DC! You will hear all about the fun things that are planned, and give you the trip paperwork. It’s going to be a great trip!

Varsity Jackets will be on sale Wednesday, November 28th during lunches in the lobby. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Keller.

GTV needs your creativity for our new contest! Create a new intro or outro for our morning broadcast! Please make sure that your video is no longer than 45 seconds and is school appropriate. The contest ends Friday November 30^th and the top 3 winners will receive a special E-Way Store prize package! Share your videos with Mrs. O on a flashdrive or through Google! We can’t wait to see what you create!

Enter your writing in the November Impressions contest! Just share your writing with Ms. O’Brien-Yetto!

NOVEMBER 19 (MOCHA MONDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Friday to Sam Webb-Horvath, Makayla Keefe and Charlie Hersey!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is:

TODAY:

Attention all sophomores: Do you have a great idea for a fundraiser? How about a location for prom? If so, please join them today after school in Mrs. G's room. You will be discussing these important topics so they hope to see you there!

TOMORROW:

Tomorrow in Guidance, Seniors can complete instant admission for Hudson Valley. The U.S. Army is also sending a representative tomorrow. Sign up for a pass to learn more.

There will be a Galway High Drama meeting tomorrow after school in Ms. Booth's room (in the basement.) Any student in grades 9-12 interested in being a part of the spring musical should plan on attending! See Ms. Booth with any questions.

IN OTHER NEWS:

Varsity Jackets will be on sale Wednesday, November 28th during lunches in the lobby. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Keller.

GTV needs your creativity for our new contest! Create a new intro or outro for our morning broadcast! Please make sure that your video is no longer than 45 seconds and is school appropriate. The contest ends Friday November 30^th and the top 3 winners will receive a special E-Way Store prize package! Share your videos with Mrs. O on a flashdrive or through Google! We can’t wait to see what you create!

Enter your writing in the November Impressions contest! Just share your writing with Ms. O’Brien-Yetto!

NOVEMBER 15 (THURSDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Ryan Lovelass and Nick Renner!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: roasted turkey dinner with mashed potatoes and applesauce cake

TODAY:

Attention spring softball players at modified, JV or varsity level: There is a pre-season information meeting today at 2:30. You will discuss winter workout schedules and coaches will collect current contact info for planning open gyms and potential clinics. The 20 minute meeting will be held in the High School Library.

Attention Seniors: Come to the Senior trip meeting Monday the 19^th, in the library, at 7pm. Please bring your parents, so we can answer all your questions about your trip to Washington, DC! You will hear all about the fun things that are planned, and give you the trip paperwork. It’s going to be a great trip!

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention all sophomores: Do you have a great idea for a fundraiser? How about a location for prom? If so, please join them Monday after school in Mrs. G's room. You will be discussing these important topics so they hope to see you there!

Next Tuesday the 20^th, Seniors can complete instant admission for Hudson Valley in the Guidance office. The U.S. Army is also sending a representative on Tuesday. Sign up for a pass to learn more.

Varsity Jackets will be on sale Wednesday, November 28th during lunches in the lobby. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Keller.

GTV needs your creativity for our new contest! Create a new intro or outro for our morning broadcast! Please make sure that your video is no longer than 45 seconds and is school appropriate. The contest ends Friday November 30^th and the top 3 winners will receive a special E-Way Store prize package! Share your videos with Mrs. O on a flashdrive or through Google! We can’t wait to see what you create!

Enter your writing in the November Impressions contest! Just share your writing with Ms. O’Brien-Yetto!

NOVEMBER 14 (WEDNESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Sara LaCerais, Rowan Smith, Jonathan Trifiletti!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: cheesy breadsticks and salad

TODAY:

Attention Seniors: Graduation orders can be placed today during lunches. Extra order forms are available in the office and with the Jostens rep if you need one.

Attention Sophomores: Class ring orders can be placed today during lunches. Remember to design online and bring your deposit to get your free shirt!

Congratulations to 7^th grader Hailey Wilson for winning 3^rd place in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest. Hailey won $10 for her poster which illustrated “Kindness Matters.” The other winners were elementary students, Calvin Dopp and Magdalene Maciag. Thank you to all those that participated!

There is a National Honor Society today after school in Mr. Levin’s room. All members should attend.

Picture retakes are today in the library. If you want your picture retaken, please follow the directions on the back of the picture packet you received. If you missed getting your picture taken the first time, you can get an extra form in the main office.

TOMORROW:

Attention spring softball players at modified, JV or varsity level: There is a pre-season information meeting tomorrow at 2:30. You will discuss winter workout schedules and coaches will collect current contact info for planning open gyms and potential clinics. The 20 minute meeting will be held in the High School Library.

IN OTHER NEWS:

GTV needs your creativity for our new contest! Create a new intro or outro for our morning broadcast! Please make sure that your video is no longer than 45 seconds and is school appropriate. The contest ends Friday November 30^th and the top 3 winners will receive a special E-Way Store prize package! Share your videos with Mrs. O on a flashdrive or through Google! We can’t wait to see what you create!

Enter your writing in the November Impressions contest! Just share your writing with Ms. O’Brien-Yetto!

NOVEMBER 13 (TUESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: cheeseburger and fries

TODAY:

Due to the 2 hour delay, we will have homeroom, followed by Periods 1 and 2. 1^st Period will meet from 10:00 – 10:27 and 2^nd period goes from 10:30 – 10:55. Then we go to 5^th period and the rest of our day.

Congratulations to Holden Decker who finished 67th out of 118 runners from across New York State this weekend at Sunken Meadow State Park on Long Island. Holden ran the hilly 5k course in windy 40 degree weather in 19:29. Holden is the first Galway runner to run in the New York State Cross Country Meet since Joe Janack competed about 15 years ago under Coach Prehn. Great job Holden!

There is a meeting for student drivers after school in the Jr/Sr High School Cafe today. You will discuss parking procedures in the student lot and receive your parking tag.

Attention all athletes! Wreath sales are due TODAY! Be sure to turn them as soon as possible this morning!

Attention Seniors: Graduation orders can be placed today and tomorrow during lunches. Extra order forms are available in the office and with the Jostens rep if you need one.

Attention Sophomores: Class ring orders can be placed today and tomorrow during lunches. Remember to design online and bring your deposit to get your free shirt!

Enter your writing in the November Impressions contest! Just share your writing with Ms. O’Brien-Yetto!

GTV needs your creativity for our new contest! Create a new intro or outro for our morning broadcast! Please make sure that your video is no longer than 45 seconds and is school appropriate. The contest ends Friday November 30^th and the top 3 winners will receive a special E-Way Store prize package! Share your videos with Mrs. O on a flashdrive or through Google!

We can’t wait to see what you create!

TOMORROW:

There is a National Honor Society tomorrow after school in Mr. Levin’s room. All members should attend.

Picture retakes are tomorrow in the library. If you want your picture retaken, please follow the directions on the back of the picture packet you received. If you missed getting your picture taken the first time, you can get an extra form in the main office.

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention spring softball players at modified, JV or varsity level: There is a pre-season information meeting this Thursday at 2:30. You will discuss winter workout schedules and coaches will collect current contact info for planning open gyms and potential clinics. The 20 minute meeting will be held in the High School Library.

NOVEMBER 9 (FRIDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Caleb Oughton! Happy birthday over the weekend to Adrienne Carter!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: arroz con queso and corn

TODAY:

There is an Early Release Drill today, with afternoon dismissal at 2:15 pm. All students, faculty and staff must exit the building at that time. Once the building is cleared and the busses have left campus, students, faculty and staff can re-enter the building if necessary, as there will be late buses tomorrow.

Attention Seniors: The last day of the sale is TODAY! Please return your order forms and money to Mrs. O by the end of the day.

Science Club meets today at 2:30 in Mr. Levin's room. You will be discussing: Dean’s Beans Fundraiser, Envirothon Groups, Recycling in our schools, and the Carbon Tax Video. New members are welcome!

Did you lose some jewelry over the last couple days? See Mrs. Colangelo in the main office.

Attention all athletes! Because of the low wreath sales, we are extending the sale until TUESDAY! If you turned in your forms already, THANK YOU!! If you NEED a form, please get one from the Phys. Ed. teachers. This is a great fundraiser that helps pay for team gear, end of season parties and banquets, senior gifts, etc. Please try to sell at least 2 wreaths! YOU CAN DO IT!! And if you are not an athlete and would like to purchase one, help out a friend!

IN OTHER NEWS:

The FFA is hosting a Veteran's Day Luncheon this Sunday the 11th for veterans, their families and Galway community members. Please share with any local Galway Veteran's that you know. Any proceeds collected to benefit local Veteran's groups. Can't make it but want to support the cause? See an FFA member to make a donation or send Ms. Clifford an email to find out what items are still needed for the luncheon. FFA members should plan to arrive at the firehouse on Sunday by noon for the Veterans’ luncheon. Please check your Remind messages for information from Ms. Clifford.

A reminder for sophomores: Class ring orders can be placed Tuesday and Wednesday during lunch. Remember to design online and bring your deposit to get your free shirt!

There is a National Honor Society Wednesday after school in Mr. Levin’s room. All members should attend.

Picture retakes will be next Wednesday in the library. If you want your picture retaken, please follow the directions on the back of the picture packet you received. If you missed getting your picture taken the first time, you can get an extra form in the main office.

Attention spring softball players at modified, JV or varsity level: There is a pre-season information meeting next Thursday at 2:30. You will discuss winter workout schedules and coaches will collect current contact info for planning open gyms and potential clinics. The 20 minute meeting will be held in the High School Library.

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

Here’s a few things you need to know about this year’s yearbook orders forms. The icons are $3 each. The order deadline is 2/22/19. After that deadline, books are $52 until they are sold out. Yearbooks are only guaranteed for those that pre-ordered by the February deadline, so order soon! There are multiple payment options on the Jostens web site including an option to pay in school. However, the order must be generated online. Please see Mr. Nettleton or Cori Hardcastle if you have any questions.

NOVEMBER 8 (THURSDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Aidan Coughlin, Skye Fitzgerald, and Morgan Drouin!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: chicken patty

TODAY:

One varsity cross country runner turned in their uniform bag without their name in it. Coach Mal cannot figure out whose bag it is without a name! If you are this person see Coach Mal ASAP!

All forms and money for the wreath sale are to be turned in to either Coach Hayden or Coach Canell THIS MORNING! Please turn them in as soon as possible! Thank you!

Did you lose some jewelry over the last couple days? See Mrs. Colangelo in the main office.

TOMORROW:

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is TOMORROW! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

Science Club will be meeting tomorrow at 2:30 in Mr. Levin's room. You will be discussing: Dean’s Beans Fundraiser, Envirothon Groups, Recycling in our schools, and the Carbon Tax Video. New members are welcome!

IN OTHER NEWS:

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

NOVEMBER 7 (WEDNESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Ben Jordan!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: cheese or broccoli pizza and chicken vegetable soup

TODAY:

One varsity cross country runner turned in their uniform bag without their name in it. Coach Mal cannot figure out whose bag it is without a name! If you are this person see Coach Mal ASAP!

A representative from the Air Force rep is here this morning at 9:30. Be sure to sign up for a pass in Guidance.

Attention Snowboarders and Skiers: There will be a Ski Club meeting today in Mrs. Sheehy’s room to discuss officers, signing up with West Mountain, and what day you will be going. See you there!

Attention Freshman class officers and any freshmen who would like to attend, there is a class meeting today at 2:30 in Mrs. Gerber’s room. Let's talk fundraising!!!

TOMORROW:

All forms and money are to be turned in to either Coach Hayden or Coach Canell by TOMORROW! Remember, all athletes grade 7-12 should try to sell at least 2 wreaths each! Pickup is by you OR the customer on Saturday, Dec. 1st here at school.

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is this Friday! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

Science Club will be meeting Friday at 2:30 in Mr. Levin's room. You will be discussing: Dean’s Beans Fundraiser, Envirothon Groups, Recycling in our schools, and the Carbon Tax Video. New members are welcome!

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

NOVEMBER 6 (TUESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Ian Roberts-Schneider!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: chicken fajita

TODAY:

The sophomore class is holding a chicken barbecue at the high school today for Election Day. For $12, you can get chicken, potatoes, roll, a drink, and dessert. Stop by the barbecue after school to get your own delicious dinner!

There is a meeting today after school in Mr. Kirvin’s room for any 7^th or 8^th grade girl who is interested in modified girls’ hoops.

There is an E-Way intern meeting in Mrs. Sitts’ room after school today.

TOMORROW:

A representative from the Air Force rep will be here tomorrow at 9:30. Be sure to sign up for a pass in Guidance.

Attention Snowboarders and Skiers: There will be a Ski Club meeting tomorrow in Mrs. Sheehy’s room to discuss officers, signing up with West Mountain, and what day you will be going. See you there!

Attention Freshman class officers and any freshmen who would like to attend, there is a class meeting tomorrow at 2:30 in Mrs. Gerber’s room. Let's talk fundraising!!!

IN OTHER NEWS:

All forms and money are to be turned in to either Coach Hayden or Coach Canell by THIS THURSDAY! Remember, all athletes grade 7-12 should try to sell at least 2 wreaths each! Pickup is by you OR the customer on Saturday, Dec. 1st here at school.

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is this Friday! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

Anyone interested in running Spring Track, go to Galway’s district web page. Then go to the Jr/Sr High School page and click on this link: Track Team Questionnaire to sign up for Spring Track!

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

NOVEMBER 5 (MOCHA MONDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY over the weekend to Jillian Neahr, Xavier Russell, Steven Mothon, and Joshua Allen! Happy birthday today to Joey Scheeren!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: hot dog and baked beans

TODAY:

Congratulations to the 8th grade Students of the Month who were selected for demonstrating the trait of Respect: English – Daniel Liberatore, Home and Careers – Jayden DeVellis, Math – Sara Conti, Music/Chorus/Band – Jadon Flinton, Physical Education – Kaelin Pitman, Science – Brandon Garney, Spanish – Elijah Tompkins, Social Studies – Thomas Villano and Technology – Kerringtyn Davis. Congratulations to all the 7^th and 8^th grade Students of the Month! You make Eagle Nation proud!

The varsity cross country team raced in Sectionals at the Saratoga State Park on Friday. Holden Decker placed 5th for Class D and qualified to run at Sunken Meadows on Long Island at the state meet. Emma Jordan placed 8th and missed going to states by only one place. The girls’ varsity team came in 10th out of 20 schools and the boys’ varsity team came in 6th out of 20 schools. Great job Eagles! And good luck to Holden at the State Meet this Saturday!

A representative from the US Marines will be in Guidance today at 9am. Wednesday we will have an Air Force rep coming in at 9:30. Be sure to sign up for a pass in Guidance.

There is a Student Senate meeting today after school in Mr. Kirvin’s room.

The sophomore class is holding a chicken barbecue at the high school tomorrow for Election Day. For $12, you can get chicken, potatoes, roll, a drink, and dessert. If you would like to purchase one, please bring your money to Ryan Ripepi, Izzy, Emily Johnston, or Mrs.Gaworecki. The money is due today to guarantee your dinner.

TOMORROW:

There is a meeting tomorrow after school in Mr. Kirvin’s room for any 7^th or 8^th grade girl who is interested in modified girls’ hoops.

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention Snowboarders and Skiers: There will be a Ski Club meeting on Wednesday in Mrs. Sheehy’s room to discuss officers, signing up with West Mountain, and what day you will be going. See you there!

Have you heard about the wreath sale? It’s benefitting Galway’s Athletics Booster Club! You can order a beautiful wreath from any coach or athlete today! The cost is $18 for a 12 inch wreath, or $24 for a 16 inch wreath with pine cones. The deadline to order is Thursday the 8^th, and you can pick them up on Saturday, December 1^st.

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is this Friday! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

Anyone interested in running Spring Track, go to Galway’s district web page. Then go to the Jr/Sr High School page and click on this link: Track Team Questionnaire to sign up for Spring Track! It might seem like it’s too early to sign up, but Mr. Mal has some questions for you about the season, so go fill it out today! Thank you!

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

NOVEMBER 2 (FRIDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Kylee Decker!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: turkey soft taco

TODAY:

Seniors have a brief meeting this morning in the cafeteria about graduation gear! Any students who are unable to come due to testing, please see Mrs. O by the end of the day.

Congratulations to the 7th grade Students of the Month who were selected for demonstrating the trait of Respect: Art – Eben Perkins, English – Sara LaCerais, Health – Alexander Finkenbinder, Math – Steven Monte, Music/Chorus Band – Emma Sickler, Physical Education –Christopher Maher, Science – Colin Anderson, Spanish – Noah Montague, Social Studies – Amber Kolpakas and Technology – Ava Rae Nelson. We will announce the 8^th grade Students of the Month on Monday.

Good luck to the varsity cross country team who travel to Saratoga State Park today at 9am for Sectionals!

Attention Seniors: Please turn in your formal, informal and baby pictures (on a flashdrive, or share JPEG files) to Cori, Julia Holbrook or Mr. Nettleton by TODAY!!!!

The Annual Coffeehouse is tonight at 7pm in the High School Gym. Tickets are only $3 for students and $5 for adults. Come listen to your friends perform, and enjoy some delicious desserts!

TOMORROW:

The seventh annual Galway Community Rocket day is tomorrow at noon at the town fields. You can build your own rocket, or just spend the day outside with your friends to see who will win the golden rocket. If you build it, Mr. Darlington's class will launch it. This year they have two launchers to battle it out head to head! Go to http://naturalphilosophers.org/flyrocketfly/ to find directions on how to make your own.

After you watch the rockets fly, grab a friend and head over to Saratoga High School to watch the volleyball team in their semi-final match against Mayfield. The game starts at 3pm, and the team needs your Blue and Gold Spirit there cheering them on, Eagle Nation!

IN OTHER NEWS:

There is a Student Senate meeting Monday after school in Mr. Kirvin’s room.

There is a meeting Tuesday after school in Mr. Kirvin’s room for any 7^th or 8^th grade girl who is interested in modified girls’ hoops.

On Tuesday November 6th, the sophomore class is holding a chicken barbecue at the high school. For $12, you can get chicken, potatoes, roll, a drink, and dessert. If you would like to purchase one, please bring your money to Ryan Ripepi, Izzy, Emily Johnston, or Mrs.Gaworecki. The money is due by November 5th.

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is November 9th! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

NOVEMBER 1 (THURSDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Ari Persaud, Carson Scribner, Carter Scribner, and Jared Biss!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: salsa chicken and noodles

TODAY:

A representative from the Army National Guard is in Guidance today. Be sure to sign up in Guidance for a pass.

The Sophomore Class has a brief meeting with a Josten's representative to discuss class ring orders right after announcements this morning in the cafeteria.

There is a boys’ modified basketball Open Gym and meeting today after school in the MS Gym from 2:40-3:20. See Coach K for info on all upcoming Open Gyms and try-outs.

The modified girls’ basketball Open Gym is also today, but from 3:30 to 5pm. See Mr. Kirvin if you have any questions.

Attention Wrestlers grades 7-12: There is an open mat session today starting at 3:30 pm in the wrestling room. See Mr. Kocak with questions.

TOMORROW:

Tomorrow morning after announcements, the Seniors will be called down to the cafeteria for a brief meeting about graduation gear! Any students who are unable to come due to testing, please see Mrs. O at some point tomorrow.

Attention Seniors: Please turn in your formal, informal and baby pictures (on a flashdrive, or share JPEG files) to Cori, Julia Holbrook or Mr. Nettleton by TOMORROW!!!!

The Annual Coffeehouse is tomorrow night at 7pm in the High School Gym. Tickets are only $3 for students and $5 for adults. Come listen to your friends perform, and enjoy some delicious desserts!

IN OTHER NEWS:

The seventh annual Galway Community Rocket day is this Saturday, November 3rd, at the town fields, at noon. You can build your own rocket, or just spend the day outside with your friends to see who will win the golden rocket. If you build it, Mr. Darlington's class will launch it. This year we have two launchers to battle it out head to head! Go to http://naturalphilosophers.org/flyrocketfly/ to find directions on how to make your own.

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is November 9th! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

OCTOBER 31 (HALLOWEEN WEDNESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Collin Wieland!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: cheesy breadsticks and salad

TODAY:

Congratulations to the volleyball team as they defeated Hartford last night in the semi-finals of sectionals. They move on to play in the finals vs. Mayfield on Saturday at 3 o'clock at Saratoga High School. Please come out and support the girls as we need to make the gym loud! Go Eagles!

Today in Guidance seniors can register early for SUNY Schenectady. The Army National Guard will be here tomorrow. Be sure to sign up in Guidance for a pass.

The E-Way Store will be open today for delicious Halloween special spooky treats!

Attention Current NHS members: Your drafts of the speeches should be turned in by the end of the day today.

TOMORROW:

Attention Sophomores and 1st period teachers: Tomorrow morning, the Sophomore Class will have a meeting with a Josten's representative to discuss class ring orders. Students will be called down to the cafeteria immediately following the announcements and it should only take 5-10 minutes.

There will be a boys’ modified basketball Open Gym and meeting tomorrow after school in the MS Gym from 2:40-3:20. See Coach K for info on all upcoming Open Gyms and try-outs.

The modified girls’ basketball Open Gym is also tomorrow, but from 3:30 to 5pm. See Mr. Kirvin if you have any questions.

Attention Wrestlers grades 7-12: There will be an open mat session tomorrow starting at 3:30 pm in the wrestling room. See Mr. Kocak with questions.

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention Seniors: Please turn in your formal, informal and baby pictures (on a flashdrive, or share JPEG files) to Cori, Julia Holbrook or Mr. Nettleton by this Friday!!!!

The Annual Coffeehouse is this Friday night at 7pm in the High School Gym. Tickets are only $3 for students and $5 for adults. Come listen to your friends perform, and enjoy some delicious desserts!

The seventh annual Galway Community Rocket day will be this Saturday, November 3rd, at the town fields, at noon. You can build your own rocket, or just spend the day outside with your friends to see who will win the golden rocket. If you build it, Mr. Darlington's class will launch it. This year we have two launchers to battle it out head to head! Go to http://naturalphilosophers.org/flyrocketfly/ to find directions on how to make your own.

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is November 9th! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

OCTOBER 30 (TUESDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Raelynn Cullen and Rachel Wnuk!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: hot turkey and cheese melt

TODAY:

This week in Guidance you can learn all about MCLA, SUNY Schenectady, and the Army National Guard. Be sure to sign up in Guidance for a pass.

There is an E-Way intern meeting today after school in Mrs. Sitts’ room.

Sophomores interested in being a HOBY Youth Leadership representative, please pick up information in the Guidance office.

TOMORROW:

The E-Way Store will be open on Halloween tomorrow for a very special Mocha Wednesday! You can purchase special spooky treats!

Attention Current NHS members: Mr. Levin has tickets for you for the Thursday Induction for your parents, so please stop by his room to pick them up. The drafts of the speeches should be turned in by the end of the day tomorrow.

IN OTHER NEWS:

Attention Sophomores and 1st period teachers: This Thursday, November 1st, the Sophomore Class will have a meeting with a Josten's representative to discuss class ring orders. Students will be called down to the cafeteria immediately following the announcements and it should only take 5-10 minutes.

There will be a boys’ modified basketball Open Gym and meeting this Thursday after school in the MS Gym from 2:40-3:20. See Coach K for info on all upcoming Open Gyms and try-outs.

The modified girls’ basketball Open Gym is also Thursday, but from 3:30 to 5pm. See Mr. Kirvin if you have any questions.

Attention Seniors: Please turn in your formal, informal and baby pictures (on a flashdrive, or share JPEG files) to Cori, Julia Holbrook or Mr. Nettleton by this Friday!!!!

The Annual Coffeehouse is this Friday night at 7pm in the High School Gym. Tickets are only $3 for students and $5 for adults. Come listen to your friends perform, and enjoy some delicious desserts!

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is November 9th! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

OCTOBER 29 (MOCHA MONDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: pizza burger and green beans

TODAY:

Congratulations to the varsity volleyball team who won their quarterfinal game Friday in straight sets over Cambridge! Lindsey Zawisa’s performance in the game put her career total for kills and digs at over 1,000! Emma Smith added 6 kills, 3 blocks, and 8 assists. The girls play tomorrow at Ballston Spa High School at 5pm vs. Hartford in the semi-finals. Go to the game and cheer the team to victory! Go Eagles!

Saturday morning was very cold and very rainy. However, the varsity and modified cross country teams still participated in Amsterdam's Harvest Invitational at Bob's Trees. They competed against 10 schools. The varsity girls and boys placed 5th out of 10 teams. Emma Jordan and Natalie Zembsch placed in the top 10 in the girls’ race. Holden Decker came in 18th in the boys’ race. James Hilton had a course PR. The modified girls came in 3rd out of 10 teams. Emma Mitchell, Danielle Gabri and Abby Gullett all placed in the top 20. They, in addition to Carmen Imbo and Emma Mariani, had a PR on the course. The modified boys came in 5th. Rainn McMillan placed in the top 20 and Casey Clark, Carson Eagan, and Rainn had a course PR. Congrats to the modified on their season finishes. Good luck to the varsity in their race on Friday. Go Eagles!

Unfortunately the rep from SUNY Cobleskill is not able to be here today. They will be back at the end of November. This week in Guidance you can learn all about MCLA, SUNY Schenectady, and the Army National Guard. Be sure to sign up in Guidance for a pass.

TOMORROW:

There is an E-Way intern meeting tomorrow after school in Mrs. Sitts’ room.

IN OTHER NEWS:

The E-Way Store will be open on Halloween for a very special Mocha Wednesday! You can purchase special spooky treats!

Anyone interested in running Spring Track, go to the Galway’s district web page, go to the Jr/Sr High School page and click on this link: Track Team Questionnaire to sign up for Spring Track!

There will be a modified basketball Open Gym and meeting next Thursday after school in the MS Gym from 2:40-3:20. See Coach K for info on all upcoming Open Gyms and try-outs.

Mr. Nettleton would like to apologize for the confusion about the yearbook orders forms this year. The icons are not free. They are $3 each. The order deadline is 2/22/19. After that deadline, books are $52 until they are sold out. Last year they only guaranteed books for those that pre-ordered by the February deadline, so order soon! There are multiple payment options on the Jostens web site including an option to pay in school. However, the order must be generated online. Please see Mr. Nettleton or Cori Hardcastle if you have any questions.

Attention Seniors: Please turn in your formal, informal and baby pictures (on a flashdrive, or share JPEG files) to Cori, Julia Holbrook or Mr. Nettleton by this Friday!!!!

The Annual Coffeehouse is this Friday night at 7pm in the High School Gym. Tickets are only $3 for students and $5 for adults. Come listen to your friends perform, and enjoy some delicious desserts!

Do you have an original spooky story for October? Submit your writing to Ms. O’Brien-Yetto and you could be published in Impressions!

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is November 9th! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

OCTOBER 26 (FRIDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY tomorrow to Shawn McDonald!

TODAY IS AN A DAY

Today’s lunch is: spaghetti and meatballs

TODAY:

The varsity volleyball team has a home game today at 5! Wear white and come out to support our Lady Eagles!

The library is closed from 9:30 to 2 today due to the Book Fair. Students must be accompanied by a teacher to visit.

Board Game Club meets today after school in Mr. Diamond’s room. Come play some games and have some fun! All are welcome! See you there!

There will be a Science Club meeting today after school in Mr. Levin’s Room. We’ll be discussing science topics in the world today, and everyone’s welcome!

The Republican Club meets today in Mr. Jacaruso’s room. Any student interested in discussing politics and the upcoming 2018 election is invited to attend. Please see Mr. Jacaruso or Riley Flint with any questions.

The winter sports season starts November 5th. TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP for a physical in the health office! Physical exams will be completed on Monday by a Galway Primary Care provider. You must make an appointment and submit parent permission. SIGN UP TODAY!

Mr. Nettleon would like to apologize for the confusion about the yearbook orders forms this year. The icons are not free. They are $3 each. The order deadline is not 10/26/18. That is when the sales period begins. The order deadline is 2/22/19. After that deadline, books are $52 until they are sold out. Last year they only guaranteed books for those that pre-ordered by the February deadline, so order soon! There are multiple payment options on the Jostens web site including an option to pay in school. However, the order must be generated online. Please see Mr. Nettleton or Cori Hardcastle if you have any questions.

IN OTHER NEWS:

Next week reps from SUNY Cobleskill, MCLA, SUNY Schenectady, and the Army National Guard will be in the Guidance office. Be sure to sign up for a pass.

There will be an E-Way intern meeting next Tuesday after school in Mrs. Sitts’ room.

The E-Way Store will be open on Halloween for a very special Mocha Wednesday! You can purchase special spooky treats!

Anyone interested in running Spring Track, go to the Galway’s district web page, go to the Jr/Sr High School page and click on this link: Track Team Questionnaire to sign up for Spring Track!

There will be a modified basketball Open Gym and meeting next Thursday after school in the MS Gym from 2:40-3:20. See Coach K for info on all upcoming Open Gyms and try-outs.

Attention SADD members: You need to sign up to help the Veterans 5k as soon as possible, otherwise other events will be cancelled. Also, please send in clever quotes to either Mrs. Mierzwa or Anna Wnuk about SADD. See Ms. Mierzwa if you have any questions.

Attention middle school artists: If you are 11, 12 or 13 years old, you are eligible to enter this year’s Lions Club Peace Poster contest. See Mrs. David for more information!

Attention Seniors: Please turn in your formal, informal and baby pictures (on a flashdrive, or share JPEG files) to Cori, Julia Holbrook or Mr. Nettleton by November 2.

Do you have an original spooky story for October? Submit your writing to Ms. O’Brien-Yetto and you could be published in Impressions!

Attention Seniors: Be sure to sell those Yankee Candles! The last day of the sale is coming soon! Help pay for your Senior Trip!

The Annual Coffeehouse will be held on Friday, November 2nd at 7pm in the High School Gym. Tickets are only $3 for students and $5 for adults. Come listen to your friends perform, and enjoy some delicious desserts!

OCTOBER 25 (THURSDAY) ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO Sarah McCray!

TODAY IS A B DAY

Today’s lunch is: chicken quesadilla

TODAY:

Congratulations to the varsity and modified cross country teams! Galway has 3 WAC League All Stars in the house: Holden Decker, Emma Jordan and Natalie Zembsch! They placed in the top 14 in their races yesterday in Fort Plain, and earned t-shirts announcing their status as WAC League All Stars. The varsity boys placed 4th out of 10 schools. James Hilton ran strong for the team. The varsity girls placed 3rd out of 10 schools. The modified boys placed 4th out 10 schools. Holden Decker was third overall in the varsity boys’ race. Emma Jordan was 5th overall in the varsity girls’ race. Rain McMillan took 13th place in the modified boys race and Carson Eagan beat the kid from Berne-Knox-Westerlo that he trades places with at different meets, plus he had a PR. Emma Mitchell took 8th, Abby Gullett came in 9th and Danielle Gabri came in 11th in the modified girls race. The next meet is at Bob's Trees on Saturday. Wish the team well. Go Eagles!

Today in Guidance you can learn more about SUNY Oswego. Next week reps from SUNY Cobleskill, MCLA, SUNY Schenectady, and the Army National Guard will be here. Be sure to sign up for a pass.

Attention Juniors: The Prom Committee meets today after school in Ms. Leonardo's room. The PTSA members will be there to discuss After Prom as well.

There is a Best Buddies chapter activity meeting after school today in Ms. Leonardo's room, 901. You will be painting pumpkins. See you there!

TOMORROW:

Board Game Club is meeting tomorrow after school in Mr. Diamond’s room. Come play some games and have some fun! All are welcome! See you there!

The Republican Club is meeting tomorrow in Mr. Jacaruso’s room. Any student interested in discussing politics and the upcoming 2018 election is invited to attend. Please see Mr. Jacaruso or Riley Flint with any questions.

The winter sports season starts November 5th. If you plan on participating in sports, please be sure your physical is up to date by checking with Mrs. Colby in the health office. This physical also fills the requirement for working papers and grade level exams. The physical exams will be done on October 29th in the health office by a Galway Primary Care provider. Please note that an appointment and parent permission is required. Please sign up in the health office and obtain your consent form. TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP!

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