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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2018
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Our school community will celebrate Mercy Day on Monday morning, Sept. 24, with a liturgy at 8:30 AM in the Performing Arts Center.
This feast celebrates the day that the first House of Mercy opened on Baggot Street in Dublin, Ireland. This house was a residence for poor girls and women, where they received education.
As faculty member, Mrs. Battisto, shared on Friday, "For anyone who is not familiar with the story of Mother Catherine McAuley, foundress of the Sisters of Mercy, the story of her life and her mission of Mercy is fascinating and inspirational to anyone who is Catholic, Irish, a young woman, from Philadelphia, rich or poor, raising young women, and honestly anyone who is human, loves his/her neighbor, and is called to service. I hope that our extended community feels our love today... our sister Mercy schools around the nation and the world as well as our Alumnae, who we cherish and who will always be a part of this celebration in spirit no matter where they are today."
All are welcome to join us for this special Mass of Thanksgiving, as we celebrate our rich legacy of Mercy. The liturgy will be followed by the installation of our student officers, along with a presentation by faculty member Dr. Kara McGrorty-Derstine '01, addressing one of the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy: Non-Violence.
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ROBOTICS
"3-2-1...ROBOTS!!!"
As we "gear up" to enter the world of robotics, we would like to invite any interested or robotics-minded Alumnae, Parents and Alumnae Parents to make themselves known!
If you would like to be a part of this exciting initiative, please send a short email with your contact information to Christina Connor at cconnor@gmahs.org, or Kim Naucodie at knaucodie@gmahs.org, by October 15th and stay tuned!
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The Counseling center will be holding a College Financial Aid Night, Wednesday, Sept 26, at 7pm in the Performing Arts Center.
For more information and to learn about upcoming news and events, please click below.
NOTABLE DATES
SEPT. 24
Mercy Day
-Liturgy, 8:30AM
SEPT. 26
- Senior Portraits
- College Financial Aid Night, 7PM
SEPT. 27
Senior Portraits
SEPT. 28
Faculty In-Service,
No Classes
OCT. 5
Deficiencies/Progress Reports Issued
OCT. 8
Gwynedd Golf Classic
OCT. 9
Blood Drive
OCT. 10
PSAT/NMSQT Testing, Grades 9, 10, 11
OCT. 12
Harvest Mixer
OCT. 14
Open House
Oct. 17-19
Kairos Retreat
Oct. 20 & 21
8th grade Entrance and Scholarship Exam
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BLOOD DRIVE
GMAHS Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, October 9 from 8:30AM to 1:30PM. Our goal is 90 donors, and we need your help!
Every two seconds, someone in the US needs blood - that means more than 38,000 blood donations are needed per day! Please consider donating!
If you would like to participate, please call or email Mr. Steve Fromhold in the school ministry office to set up your appointment: (215) 646-8815 (ext. 317) or sfromhold@gmahs.org.
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Our first Fashion Show planning meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 19 at 7PM in classroom 21. Anyone interested in helping with this year's fashion show is invited to attend this meeting. Any questions can be directed to Jen Helmick at jenhelmick@aol.com, the 2019 Fashion Show Chair. This year's event will be held on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at Presidential Caterers starting at 11AM.
Mark your calendar for BUNCO game night on Wednesday, October 17 at 7PM in the cafeteria. All moms and guardians are welcome, no experience necessary.
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SERVICE OPPORTUNITY
Our first St. Vincent's Soup kitchen service opportunity for fathers, daughters and family members will be on Sunday, October 21. Please sign up. Additional dates are also listed on the SignUp genius.
OPEN HOUSE
Fathers are needed to help with parking for our annual Open House on Sunday, October 14. Please help us showcase all of the wonderful things Gwynedd has to offer. Please sign up for a shift.
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CLASSROOM CONNECTIONS
Sophomores in Mrs. Cymerman's Theology 10 Theologically Extrapolate....
Utilizing a research based color chart as their guide, which displays specific emotions associated with specific colors, students spent a majority of the block period critically assessing their personal faith journey in a creative, unique and fun way. This exercise will be conducted once more prior to the end of the academic year to see if any measurable difference in their faith journey has transpired.
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DINING SERVICES
Updates from our nutrition partner Brock Food Services has launched a free app, which is available in both the Apple and Google app stores. Just search for, 'Nutrislice.'
The app provides:
- Nutrition information for all food items available in the Gwynedd Cafe
- Daily menus available 4 weeks in advance
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Gwynedd's 27th Annual Golf Classic Committee invites all members of the Gwynedd community, family and friends to attend and support GMA's annual golf outing on Monday, October 8, at the Blue Bell Country Club.
Golfers are not the only ones who will enjoy the event! This year we are closing out the day with a fun reception, featuring wine tasting with Karamoor Estate Wines, vodka tasting with Stateside Urbancraft Vodka, and a silent auction all will enjoy.
More than a fun event, the Golf Classic is an important fundraiser that provides immediate support for academic programs and initiatives that directly benefit Gwynedd students. Gwynedd is most grateful to the Hansen Family for their generosity in hosting this year's outing at Blue Bell, allowing 100% of your registration and sponsorship dollars to directly support Gwynedd and our girls.
Visit www.gmahs.org/golf to learn more and to register as a golfer, sponsor or cocktail reception attendee (non-golfers are welcome to enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, live music, vodka and wine tasting.) Thank you for your support!
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