The Week Ahead-Upper School

Welcome to The Week February 16

News to Know

High School Preview Night is coming this Thursday, February 19. We invite all 8th-grade parents and students to join us. You can RSVP here.

Athletic News

A huge congratulations to our Griffin swim team for an outstanding showing at the UIL Class 4A State Swim & Dive Championship.

Madeline Griffeth is now a two-time state champion, taking gold in both the 200 IM and 100 backstroke, and earning UIL 4A Athlete of the Meet honors.

Claire York captured gold in the 100 butterfly, and Cooper Gray earned silver in both the 200 freestyle and 500 freestyle.

The girls 200 medley relay and 200 freestyle relay each placed 4th, and the girls team finished 5th overall.

On the Horizon

High School Preview Night February 19

Griffin Gala-Gatsby Glam February 28

8th Field Trip March 3

Each year, Great Hearts invites families to share feedback on their academy experience and Great Hearts as a whole. Our Annual Family Survey is now open and will remain open until February 24. It should take only a few minutes to complete.

Please take a moment to share your perspective. Your feedback helps us affirm what we are doing well and identify where we can improve in service of our scholars and families.

Griffin Gala-Gatsby Glam Febrauary 28

A heartfelt thank you to our newest sponsor, Farmers Insurance-Eduardo Siller, for stepping forward to support this special event.

The party with a purpose is back!

Tickets for the 2026 Griffin Gala are on sale now, and quantities are limited. Don’t miss out! Purchase your tickets today!

We have a few more exciting sponsorships available, an excellent chance to promote your business while supporting our school. All sponsorships are tax-deductible.

Silent Auction

We continue to welcome silent auction donations and volunteers. Whether you’re a local business, family, or friend of our school, your support helps make this event possible.

Visit the Griffin Gala Website. to learn more!

To sponsor, donate an auction item, or volunteer, please contact DeAnna Macias, Director of Community Engagement & Academy Giving.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Silent Auction Form Sponsorship Opportunities

Silent Auction Form

High School Winter Formal

Tickets on Sale Now!

March 7, 2026, 6:30 -10 PM, last day to buy online tickets: March 6.

Click here for additional details on this High School Dance and dress code.

PSO News

✨Volunteer Opportunities ✨

Entry and Morning Break Support Committee Volunteer <-- Sign up here! Read about it here.

February Teacher Luncheon - This Friday, February 20. hosted by 7th & 8th Grades - donate here.

Questions? Reach out to PSO Leadership any time at northernoakspso@gmail.com or visit the PSO Website for information on how to volunteer, the Griffin Shop and more!

Used Uniform Sale this coming Saturday! See below:

Parent Resources

Everything you need to know as a GHNO parent can be found on our website. Please take some time to acquaint yourself with our site, specifically the current families tab!

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