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The Ram Page
September 6, 2024
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Bi-Monthly Newsletter for Garces Families, Students, Alumni & Friends | |
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September 9th
Freshman Retreat
September 10th
Mass Day
September 12th
Club Day
September 12th
Monsignor Leddy Tournament Dinner
Man of the Year Award
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September 13th
Msgr. Leddy Golf Tournament
September 13th
Last Day to Add/Drop Class
September 16th
Bishop's Mass
September 17th
Make Up Picture Day
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Message from the Admissions Office | |
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What an exciting first month it has been as we welcomed our Class of 2028 to Garces! We have 133 new freshmen on campus and 18 transfers from other high schools that moved to Garces this Fall. All are finding their place here at Garces, through academic and extracurricular programs, one of our pathways, athletics.
Next Thursday, we will hold our annual Club Day. Please encourage your students to find a club or clubs that pique their interest. There is something for everyone and it is a great way to get to know others with similar interests.
We want every one of our students to feel like they belong and are a part of the Garces family. A happy student is a productive student, in and outside of the classroom.
In the coming weeks, we will begin our outreach to future Rams. We will have several events and activities where we will invite 8th graders and their families from throughout our community to experience what life will be like as a member of the Garces family. Some of your students may be involved as school ambassadors, or as we like to call them, our Rambassadors. The best example of what a future at Garces will look like is evident in our students. What better way to promote our great school than through our students and their families.
This year we would like to add opportunities for prospective families to learn more about Garces through smaller and more intimate neighborhood gatherings. This is a wonderful way for our current families to share their Garces experience with friends and neighbors. Together with some of the school's representatives, we will answer questions about the positive and nurturing environment provided for our students, the programs offered, both academic and extra-curricular, and the application process. If you are interested in hosting such a gathering, please email me at tabbott@garces.org or call me at 661-327-2578 ext. 118.
Finally, we know for both students and families new to Garces it can be overwhelming sometimes trying to navigate through the first couple of months. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have and or point you in the right direction. That's what family is for right?.
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Parent Service Involvement Program
By now all families should have received information about the Parent Service Involvement Program. Utilizing the MobileServe app, you can log all of your hours and find opportunities to help the school. Not all volunteer opportunities are going to be listed on the app. Those listed are areas the school has identified as immediate needs. From time to time, we will be adding other events and activities where volunteers will be needed. Keep in mind things you do or donate for a specific program or team can be counted as volunteer hours. For example, helping set up for a team dinner, building sets for a play, providing snacks for students working on Homecoming skits. Purchasing supplies for a student club or program. Helping as a parent club member, or committee member on one of our planning committees. Monetary donations are calculated at $20 per hour.
Parents receiving tuition assistance use the code: 0DB72E GMHS: FA
Parents not receiving assistance use the code: 662629 GMHS: PSI
In the event you need help setting up your account, download the step by step instructions here.
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Activity Corner
Get Involved: Club Day is 9/12
Looking to connect with fellow students and get involved in campus life? Club Day is just around the corner! Join us on Thursday, September 12th, during lunch in the quad to explore all the exciting clubs Garces has to offer. From academic organizations to social and service clubs, there’s something for everyone! Representatives from each club will be on hand to answer questions and help you find the perfect fit. Don’t miss this chance to make new friends, explore your passions, and get involved!
Support Our Rams at the Kern County Fair!
We’re also excited to announce that some of our talented youth exhibitors, including our wonderful FFA students, will be showcasing their hard work at the Kern County Fair this year. Our FFA students will be showing animals, and others will be participating in various youth exhibits. Be sure to stop by and show your support for our Rams and their incredible dedication and passion!
Stay Informed: Check Your Email
Remember to check your student email regularly for updated activities and events happening on campus. You also received a link to our daily announcements, which are updated in real time—so you can stay in the loop on everything happening at Garces!
Service Opportunities Available
Service opportunities are updated weekly on the mobile service app. This week, we’re proud to have a number of students volunteering at Friday’s OLPH Family BBQ and Saturday’s Trees of Honor event at the Historic Bakersfield Cemetery. For more information about service opportunities, reach out to Mrs. Zaskoski, and don’t forget to check the app for more ways to give back and earn your service hours!
Congratulations to Our Freshmen Student Council Members!
A big congratulations to our newly elected Freshmen Student Council members! We look forward to seeing all the great things you’ll accomplish this year. Go Rams!
President: Lila Surgener
Vice President: Lila Gannaway
Representatives:
Nathan Catalan
Memphis Perry
Greyson Barker
Emily Street
Mark James
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Freshmen Retreat
We are excited for the Freshman Retreat on Monday, September 9th! This special day is designed for our students to deepen their faith and build lasting friendships. Please ensure the permission slips are returned as soon a possible! Freshmen Theology teachers have permission slips! We look forward to a meaningful experience together!
Parents are to drop off their child at St Philip the Apostle Church and pick them up there as well on retreat day instead of going to Garces that day.
Retreat Information:
- Event: Freshmen Retreat 2024
- Date: September 9th, 2024
- Drop-off Time: 8:30 AM
- Pick-Up Time: 2:30 PM
- Location: St. Philip the Apostle Church, 7100 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93309
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Community Service Fair
Today Garces hosted a number of local non profit organizations in our gym to give our juniors an opportunity to learn more about the different groups and those they serve. Juniors learned about a lot of ways they can earn their hours over the course of this year. As juniors, their service requirement is volunteering out in the greater community.
Contact Mrs. Zasoski with questions about the Service Learning Program. Email kzasoski@garces.org.
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Starting on Monday, September 9th through October 2nd, we will have a number of college admissions representatives on our campus. These visits offer students a great opportunity to meet with the representatives, learn about campus life, majors, financial aid and more.
Students have been instructed that they must first register via Naviance Student and must receive prior consent from their teacher to miss class.
These meetings will take place in the Learning Center.
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Representative
Southern Utah University
9/9/24 9:00 AM
University of Alaska Fairbanks
9/9/24 10:00 AM
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
9/9/24 10:45 AM
Oregon State University
9/9/24 10:45 AM
University of San Diego
9/10/24 8:30 AM
University of the Pacific
9/10/24 9:00 AM
University of Southern California
9/10/24 1:00 PM
Northern Arizona University
9/11/24 9:00 AM
California Lutheran University
9/13/24 10:00 AM
Pepperdine University
9/26/24 10:00 AM
Liberty University
10/2/24 2:00 PM
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College Application Workshop and College Fair | |
Latina Leaders
Congratulations to the 2024-25 Latina Leaders of Garces officers! The mission of Latina Leaders of Garces is to foster leadership, identify and develop opportunities for Latinas, and influence key issues affecting our community. Latina Leaders of Garces also believes in the importance of preserving culture with traditions, language and customs. This amazing group of girls have so much in store this school year. They will begin the school year kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month which begins September 15-October 15.
President - Bella Arias
Co-President - Cynthia Ramirez
Vice President - Kayden Rivas
Co-VP - Mia Arreola
Secretary - Valerie Ochoa
Treasurer - Sara Santa Cruz
Public Relations - Gabi Hernandez
Community Service - Maria Mora
Scholarship Officer - Joselyn Cortez & Addie Rubio
If you are interesting in supporting the mission of the Latina Leaders of Garces. Please reach out to club moderator, Señora Edwards at sedwards@garces.org
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Black Student Union
Congratulations to the 2024-25 Black Student Union officers! The mission of BSU is a student lead organization which aims to embrace culture and appreciate diversity. BSU promotes a positive and productive representation of the African American community on and off campus. BSU aims to focus on leadership, scholarship, and community outreach. This year, BSU will be lead by President and Co-President, Jayla Ward and Paige Ozorol, who lead by example in and out of the classroom. BSU will begin the school year by hosting several fundraising events to help put on their 3rd Annual Hallow's Eve Fest. BSU is seeking any monetary donations, or materials such as pallets, black heavy-duty tarp, and or any other building materials. If you are interesting in supporting the mission of the BSU at Garces. Please reach out to club moderator, Mrs. Edwards at sedwards@garces.org
President - Jayla Ward
Co-President - Paige Ozoral
Vice President - Bella Arias
Co-VP - Saint Beebe
Secretary - Tristan Leija
Treasurer - Elijah Wade
Public Relations - AM Beebe
Community Service - Dasani Hodge-Redd
Scholarship Officer - Robert Martinez
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Kairos Fall Retreat
This year's Fall Kairos will be September 30th - October 3rd at the beautiful Serra Retreat Center in Malibu. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for your seniors and juniors! If you need assistance with the retreat fee, please contact Ms. Abbott at tabbott@garces.org
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The 2024 Kairos Leadership Team:
Malia Giumarra, Megan Miller, Jilliana Borba, Mishael Baninge, Sophia Camou, Sienna Surgener, Analeina Lugo and CJ James.
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Attention all CSF Members
and Parents
CSF applications are due by September 6th. Applications are available outside of Room 72 and are for the most recent completed semester (spring semester of the 2023-24 school year). There is a $10 fee that can be attached to the application.
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Monsignor Leddy Golf Classic Almost Sold Out!
Join us for a great golf day at Bakersfield Country Club next Friday, September 13th. There is a dinner the night before at Luigi's on Thursday, September 12th where we will honor the Man of the Year. We have room for three more foursomes and four tee box sponsorships. The committee has organized a great tournament and all donations go to support Garces.
Click Here: Tournament Information
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2024 Golf Committee Members: Committee Chairman John Trichell ‘95; Committee Members Jamie Carlson, Hassan Halevy, John Hatten, Steve Haupt ‘77, J.P. Helper ‘98, Tom Ming ‘88, Daniel Root ‘08, Jenny Asaro, & Lou Ann Durrett | |
Thank You to Our Golf Sponsors! | |
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Holy Smoke Fall BBQ
SPONSORS RECEIVE VIP TICKETS
Our BBQ Sponsorships are available. The sponsorship come with VIP tickets. Our VIPS will have runners to go and get them drinks and their dinners - no waiting in line! Sponsorships start at $500. All funds raised support the school we all love so much. Individual tickets are available and include Open Bar, NY Steak Dinner, and Live Music. For more information, click on the links below.
Fall BBQ Sponsor Information
Fall BBQ Sponsorship Response Form
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2024 Holy Smoke Fall BBQ Committee: Bill Potter ‘97, Co-Chair, Joe Etcheverry ‘94, Co-Chair, Molly Antongiovanni ‘12, Lexi Clerou ‘06, Jeff Etcheverry ‘02, Santos Gutierrez, Dan Hoekstra, Jared Lane ‘96, Tom McCarthy, Philip McDermott ‘04, Jenny Asaro, & Lou Ann Durrett.
2024 Holy Smoke BBQ Pit Crew: Dominic Antongiovanni ‘02, Jon Barnes ‘84, Jake Cauzza ‘05, Alex Chicca, Adam Cook ‘02, Jeff Etcheverry ‘94, Mike Etcheverry ‘77, Jared Lane ‘96, & Gino Valpredo ‘88.
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Thank You to Our Early Bird BBQ Sponsors! | |
A huge SHOUT OUT to our early bird sponsors! Thank you for signing up early to sponsor the event. It helps us so much with our budgeting process. We appreciate your early commitment to the BBQ. | |
This Week in Garces Athletics | |
Athletic Clearence Packets - New Process | |
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Garces is now using SportsNet for our Athletic Clearance Packets. It offers our student-athletes and coaching staff an efficient and secure online tool to make clearance and eligibility management easier. You can find the link below or on our website.
Clearance Packet Link
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