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The Ram Page
April 12, 2024
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Bi-Weekly Newsletter for Garces Families, Students, Alumni & Friends | |
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April 12
Ironman Volleyball
April 15-19
Spring Fling
April 19
Powderpuff Football
April 20
Prom
April 25
Engineering Day
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Messsage from Admissions Office | |
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On behalf of the Garces Memorial community, I would like to welcome our Class of 2028 to the Garces family. On Tuesday, April 9th Garces held a special celebration for the 158 students who have been accepted to date. They were greeted by a number of our school's student Rambassadors and enjoyed a fun game of smash ball, corn hole, signed the Class of 2028 banner and took the opportunity for a quick selfie in front of the Garces step and repeat. The students and their families were welcomed by our Principal, Noel Leon then addressed by our ASB President Jocelyn Sala who gave a recap of her four years at Garces and what the experience has meant to her. She then presented a special gift from our soon-to-be graduates from the Class of 2024; their top ten helpful hints to ensure the incoming freshmen have a positive and memorable experience as Garces Rams. Junior Brandon Antongiovanni shared the history of the school's victory bell and what it represents. Then the time came when every student was invited to ring the victory bell. You can read Jocie's comments, ten tips from the Class of 2024 and the victory bell history and ceremony below.
After the celebration, students and families attended an information night where they met their Garces counselors and some of the Garces academic team. The students and their families received important information to help with the transition from junior high to Garces.
In my first year as the Director of Admissions, I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting this great group of young people and their families. I'm honored to welcome them to Garces. I look forward to watching them flourish as members of the Garces "Ramily". My thanks to their parents and guardians for seeing the value of a faith-based, college preparatory school with a holistic approach to their student's high school experience.
Blessings and Congratulations to All!
Tonya Abbott
Director of Admissions
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If you are interested in having your student join this remarkable group of young people, there is still time. Below is the link to begin the application process. If you need more information or assistance with the application process, email Tonya Abbott, Director of Admissions. | Use the links below to begin the application process for admission. | | | |
Helping Hands Club
Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth.
— 1 John 3:18
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The Helping Hands Club met Thursday during Enrichment and made lunches for the homeless. The sack lunches were delivered to the St. Vincent de Paul Homeless Center. Giving to others and having compassion for those in need is a core value the Helping Hands Club instills in its members. | |
Gala Student Contest Winners | |
We rewarded our top three homeroom classes on Monday with a field trip to the McDermont Field House in Lindsay. The students traveled on a double-decker bus and spent the day rock climbing, playing laser tag, surfing, and playing arcade games. It was a fun day, full of laughter, great memories, and a deserving reward for those classes who went above and beyond to support the Garces Gala. Thank you again to Mrs. Thompson, Ms. Salazar, and Ms Rossi for their support. | |
Senior Panoramic Photo
Senior Class of 2024 took their panoramic photo earlier this month in the gym. If you would like to purchase a copy, click here. Any questions, please reach out to photographer Matt Reynolds at photombr@gmail.com.
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Donations Needed
Convenant Coffee and Garces Memorial are teaming up for a housewarming gift collection to support previously fostered youth as they move into their first home as independents.
From now until April 15, they are in need of baskets, towels, candles, glassware, kitchen utensils, blankets and home decor items. Please bring items to Room 7. Garces Memorial students can donate times or help with arranging baskets.
Students who bring $25 worth of items will also receive a free dress pass for Wednesday, April 24. Please see Mrs. Zasoski for more information.
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Prom
Here we go again … Our "Mamma Mia!" themed prom is set for April 20 from 6:30-10 p.m. (doors close at 7 p.m. and open at 9:30 p.m.) at the Kern County Museum Neon Courtyards. Tickets are pre-sold the week of for $85 per ticket and dinner is included. Outside guests are permitted upon completion of the attached guest permission form and approval by Mr. Olson. If you are interested in winning two free tickets, simply email Mrs. Thompson or DM the Garces Instagram your prom-posal by April 18 by 3:30 p.m. for consideration.
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Latina Leaders
Latina Leaders of Garces is thrilled to announce they are gearing up for a thrilling college campus tour to Loyola Marymount University on April 23. It's an opportunity not just to explore a prestigious institution, but to ignite dreams and aspirations for the future. But that's not all – mark your calendars and prepare for the 2nd Annual Quinceañera Fashion Show. It is back and better than ever! Join us on April 26 during lunch for a dazzling display of style, culture, and celebration. Be on the lookout for a series of exciting fundraising events designed to support the Latina Leaders of Garces on their journey towards supporting these two events. The club moderator is Mrs. Silver Edwards at sedwards@garces.org
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Black Student Union
It has been a busy month for Garces BSU! The incredible members have been making waves and leaving their mark on campus in more ways than one. From attending not just one, but two electrifying assemblies to lending our support to JCW Kicks with their inspiring "Showing Up" assemblies, they've been on the move, spreading positivity and empowerment every step of the way. JCW Kicks for Kids, a phenomenal non-profit organization dedicated to providing shoes to less fortunate youth, stole the spotlight with their mission-driven message, and BSU were honored to be a part of it as they geared up for state testing season. Assisting with assemblies igniting excitement and rewarding those students who've shown 100 percent attendance dedication. In addition, BSU is gearing up for the UCLA college campus tour on May 7. BSU members continue with more exciting activities as the school year progresses. Club moderator is Mrs. Edwards at sedwards@garces.org.
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Leukemia Lymphoma Society
Garces is proud to share the amazing accomplishments of our hard working students representing our school in the Leukemia Lymphoma Society: Student Visionaries of The Year Campaign! The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) Visionaries of the Year campaign is a 7-week philanthropic competition for students in local communities across the United States. Candidates and their team members raise funds for LLS in honor of local blood cancer survivors, our Honored Heroes. The 2024 Bakersfield Honored Heroes are four year old Matthew who suffers from Acute lymphoblastic Leukemia, and eleven year old Samantha who battles Acute Myeloid Leukemia. These teams raise money for LLS by receiving sponsorships and donations, as well as holding fundraising events!
The four teams representing Garces Memorial are:
Kate Wegis, Presley Houchin and Campbell Houchin: The Cancer Kicking Crew
Alaura Townsend, Grace Carver, and Kaiya Wilson: Rally for a Cure
Sophia Camou, Kelsey Abraham and Malia Giumarra: Gloves up 2 Cancer
Kyralisa Riel: Get Riel Tough on Cancer
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Re-Enrollment Information
Re-enrollment packets have been emailed to all returning families for the 2024-25 school year. If you did not receive one or have any questions or concerns, please contact Sherry Burns at 327-2578 Ext. 109 or email sburns@garces.org. If you have questions about tuition, please contact Laura Lee at 327-2578 Ext. 124 or email llee@garces.org.
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Company G! Presents
Let’s party with Company G under the sea!!
The Garces Drama Club has been working hard to put together this fine production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,Jr.!” Please come out and support Garces and the arts May 2-4 at 8 p.m. in the quad! Tickets will be sold at the gat
$15 and $10 with student ID.
Bring your own seats. Concessions will be sold! Don’t miss the fun! Come be part of our world!
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Garces FFA has had a busy month with community service and competitions! Our members competed in Ag Bash, BIG, Farm Co-ops, Novice Records, and a select few moved on to the Regional Speaking Competition.
More successful competitions in the books for Garces FFA! Our chapter competed in the Ag Bash competition, featuring multiple agriculture based categories such as ag knowledge, floral, ag mechanics, Best Informed Greenhand, and an ag obstacle course team. Congratulations to all of our teams who demonstrated their passion for agriculture!
Ag Knowledge:
1st High Team
2nd High Individual - Drew Reed
Floral:
2nd High Team
3rd High Team Written Test
3rd High Team Floral Arrangement
5th High Team Floral Arrangement
BIG:
5th High Team
Garces took home 3rd Place Overall!
In addition, our chapter also competed in the BIG, Farm Co-ops, Novice Records competition at Arvin High. Congratulations to our BIG Team who placed 3rd overall, our Novice Records team who placed 3rd overall, and Hanna James for receiving BIG 5th Place High Individual! We appreciate all of your hard work and dedication!
A huge congratulations to our Regional Speaking Contestants Analeina Lugo, Lucia White, and Gia Wattenbarger! We are so proud that you guys made it this far! Lucia placed 5th in the San Joaquin Region for Creed Recitation.
33 of our members served at the Kern Catholic Prayer Breakfast this March. We appreciate you guys representing our chapter well and for practicing servant leadership in celebration of our faith! Thank you to Kern Catholic for inviting us to serve and hosting a wonderful event!
Incoming Freshman! Are you interested in joining Garces’ FFA Program? Scan the QR code to apply! Also, if you are joining the program and want to exhibit livestock with FFA, fill out the application below! The application is due on April 19.
Our chapter is so excited to close out this school year with our FFA Banquet on May 13. We can’t wait to welcome our new officer team, honor our seniors, and recognize our members.
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This Week in Garces Athletics | |
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Garces Memorial junior catcher Lexi Marquez heads back to the plate during a recent home game for the Rams.
Photo: George Ayonayon
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Baseball
The Rams (10-9, 0-6 River League) nearly secured the first league win of the season Thursday night in a 10-9 loss in eight innings at Liberty. Freshman Gavin Williams leads the Rams at the plate with a .411 bating average (23 for 56) and sophomore Braden Turman leads the team with 21 RBI. The Rams have a home-and-away series with Frontier next week with home game on Tuesday at 4 p.m.
Boys Golf
On Thursday at Rio Bravo Country Club, the Rams finished third at the third River League tournament. Carson Sorci led the way, shooting a round of 78 while Bennet Michaud and Ian Harrison both shot in the 80s.
Softball
A team cannot get any closer in a season series. The Rams took two one-run losses to Liberty this week in a 2-1 loss at home on Tuesday and 10-9 loss on Thursday. In the three games against the Patriots, all were decided by one run.
Swim and Dive
On Thursday, the swim and dive varsity teams both defeated Centennial with the boys winning 100-77 and the girls victorious 95-91. Swim and dive regular season is coming to a close next Thursday at home vs. Stockdale. Garces Memorial will honor our seniors at 3 p.m. before the 3:30 p.m. meet. The Rams will then start the postseason with the River League championships April 23-26 at the Kern High Aquatic Center.
Boys Tennis
Believe it or not, Senior Night for boys tennis is here. Garces Memorial will honor our five seniors on Tuesday at 2:45 p.m. before the 3 p.m. match against Frontier. The Rams will begin River League singles and doubles action beginning Wednesday at Stockdale.
Track and Field
Sophomore AM Beebe led the way for the track and field team on Wednesday at the second and final league meet of the season. Beebe won the boys triple jump at 39 feet, 4 inches and took second in the long jump (19-9.5). Fellow sophomore Davione Johnson won the F/S boys shot put at 44-0, which was the third best throw of the day for F/S or varsity at the meet. Freshman Michelle Antongiovanni took seventh in the girls 800 (2:35.43), sophomore Brianna Moreno took eighth in the girls shot put (26-1.5) and senior Ian Harrison finished 12th in the boys 100 (11.66).
Stay current with Garces Athletics on social media @GarcesAthletics on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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Join us for a year-end event that started last year in honor of our 75th anniversary - a Spring Wing-Ding! The Hail Mary Club has again partnered with Garces Memorial to throw a party in our quad. Last year we had more than 800 people join us for the night; we expect to have even more come this year! We hope to see lots of Garces alumni and families. We want to celebrate our outgoing senior families and welcome our incoming freshmen families.
Alumni Reunion Opportunity
If you are interested in reserving some tables for a mini-class reunion, please let us know! Last spring, the Class of 1993 held their reunion at the Wing-Ding and they had a blast being on campus. You can contact Lou Ann Durrett or Jenny Asaro for more information.
There are sponsorships available. As a sponsor, you will have a reserved table and wait-staff to get you drinks and dinner. To purchase tickets, or become a sponsor, click on the button below
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2024 Hall of Honor Nominations
The Garces Alumni Board is accepting nominations for the 2024 Hall of Honor. Please complete your nomination form and email it to Lou Ann Durrett at ldurrett@garces.org. Every year, the Alumni Board honors wonderful individuals and legacy families who have made a difference at Garces or in their communities. For a complete list of the Hall of Honor inductees to date, please click on the button below.
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The Honorable Robert Anspach '54
Please keep the Anspach family in your prayers - Rosemary Anspach, Ted & Katie Whittington '77, Tom & Mary Berry '79, Lisa & John Anspach '82, Tom '88 & Amy Ming '86, Mark Whittington '04, Brandon '00 & Katie Grimm '05, Sarah Whittington '06, Kelly '06 & Michael Berry '08, Andrew Whittington '10, Dominic '12 & Annie Carlson '12, Jack Anspach '13, Luke Ming '16, Molly Ming '18, and Robert Ming '21.
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