SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2018

On November 2, the Feast of All Souls, we remember and pray for all those who have died. We especially remember our loved ones as we pray that they may rest in the heart of God and in the peace of Jesus.

Throughout the month of November, we invite you to submit the names of your loved ones who reside with our Lord and Savior. The names will be placed in the Chapel throughout the month and will be remembered in prayer. Also, during our November Liturgy on November 20, we will remember them in a special way. All are welcome to attend.

The junior class has started their monthly college advisory course. The course will cover topics such as standardized testing, college visits, and building a college list. Students have also been invited to sign up for individual meetings with Mrs. Natalie Damm to discuss their college questions. Parents will be invited to sign up for meetings in the spring but are welcome to reach out to Mrs. Damm (ndamm@gmahs.org) with questions about college at any time.

Representatives from the schools listed below will visit Gwynedd Mercy to meet with our students. Juniors and seniors can sign up for these visits on Naviance.

• Delaware Valley University: Monday, 10/29
• The University of Scranton: Tuesday, 10/30 

PRESENTATION ON TEEN ANXIETY

hosted by LaSalle College High School

Gwynedd Parents are invited to join LaSalle Parents for a presentation on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 7:30 PM at La Salle College High School with Dr. Michael J. Bradley:

CRAZY-STRESSED Saving Today's Overwhelmed Teens with

Love, Laughter, and the Science of Resilience

Michael J. Bradley, Ed.D., is a clinical psychologist, a leading expert on adolescent behavior, and is certified by the American College of Professional Psychology in the treatment of substance abuse disorders. The author of the bestselling Yes, Your Teen Is Crazy, he has been featured in the national media, including CNN, Fox News, NPR, Today, Good Morning America, The New York Times, USA Today, and Rolling Stone.

To help with planning for the event, parents who will be attending are asked to respond indicating their attendance:

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

On Friday, Health Club turned Gwynedd's red and gold to PINK in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month.

The Club's goal was to educate the school community about breast cancer and to celebrate the lives of those affected by breast cancer. Lockers were decorated with inspirational messages, and the cafeteria was awash with the pale hue for the annual "Pink Out." Health Club also hosted a bake sale to benefit the American Cancer Society.

MINISTRY AND SERVICE

Please use the link below to fill out the permission form for your daughter to participate in Ministry and Service opportunities. The form will be kept on file for the school year. Thank you!

ALUMNA ART ADVISOR

Chloe Finore Sun '08 visited with art students earlier this week. Chloe talked about portfolio development and the college admissions process for Moore College of Art Design. She also discussed the Saturday class and summer program that Moore offers.

The college provides three tuition discount scholarships to our art students for the fall and spring sessions. Those interested should see Mrs. Hohenstein. Chloe also spent time looking at student art work and doing portfolio review with them.

FALL MUSICAL!

Gwynedd is proud to present Bye Bye Birdie; a high-energy, hilarious musical featuring an amazing cast!  Set in the 50's, a teen heartthrob, who is drafted, chooses an All-American girl for a very public farewell kiss.  The show features hit songs including "Put on a Happy Face", "One Last Kiss", "Kids!" and many more.

Come and share in the joy and laughter on November 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 7pm, and November 11 & 18 at 2pm. Tickets on sale now!

A Message from Mothers' Club President, Taj Llopis:

Dear Gwynedd Moms,

Fall is here and so is our school theater production of "Bye Bye Birdie," please support our thespians and production crew by attending this great show next month, tickets are on sale online right now!

On another note, we had a fantastic School Open House. Christine Persia, the Chair and Mother's Club Vice President, did a great job in coordinating the Open House, thank you Christine! We want to also thank all the mom volunteers that supported the event on the day and all the parents that sent food and supplies. Special thanks to the Fathers' Club too. It's really awesome to see how the Gwynedd community comes together to put on a great event!

Planning has started on our 2019 Fashion Show "Breakfast at Tiffany's" which will be held at Presidential Caterers on Sunday, January 27, 2019. Jen Helmick, our Fashion Show Chair, is in the process of putting together planning committees for this fashionable event. Jen and I want moms to get involved; please email Jen at jenhelmick@aol.com if you can help in anyway. This is a lovely Mother Daughter event, extended family and friends are also invited. So update your calendars and save the date.

We had a great BUNCO night last Wednesday, most of the moms didn't know how to play, but our "Master of Ceremonies" Janice Zipfel got us on track with a lot of fun and laughter. Our winners and losers all got prizes and will hopefully be back next year for another match!

Our next Mothers' Club meeting is Wednesday, November 14, at 7pm in the cafeteria. We will be helping the Ministry Department prepare for the Mercy Hospice Christmas Dinner by organizing a workshop to make gifts for the adult guests. Donations of toiletries would be greatly appreciated. Please plan on joining us! Any questions can be directed to Janice Zipfel at jzipfel6@gmail.com. The School Store will be open during the Mothers' Club meeting from 7 PM- 9 PM. The store will offer a one-night-only 10% off discount (some exclusions apply on Vineyard Vines, special order jewelry and clearance items.) Start your Christmas shopping year and stop by to shop.

All fathers and guardians are encouraged to come out for a fathers get together on Thursday night, November 8 at 7 PM. We will be meeting at Harry's Blue Bell Taproom.

Bring a friend and join us for a brief meeting and a night out. Any questions, contact Mike O'Malley at mike.omalley@simpl-inc.com.

ATHLETICS

CROSS COUNTRY

GMAHS Cross Country Team finished 5th overall at the District 1 2A Championship Race at Lehigh University on Friday, October 26.

Congratulations Cross Country!!

ROWING

Please come out and support Gwynedd Mercy Crew at Grub Burger Montgomeryville! Thursday, October 25 - Sunday, October 28, 2018

A percentage of revenue from Food & Bar, Take Out, Catering and Gift Card sales will be given to Gwynedd Mercy Rowing. Students who show their school ID card will receive 10% off.  This includes all members of Gwynedd community. 

Thank you for your support of Gwynedd Mercy Crew!

CLUBS NEWS

ROBOTICS DISCUSSION PANEL

Thank you to all who attended our FIRST® Robotics Panel Discussion on Wednesday, October 24th! It was an enlightening look at the FIRST® Robotics Experience from the perspective of seasoned team members.

We are grateful for the support of neighboring FRC teams who sat on the panel and shared heartfelt comments, experiences, and a real passion for this community. Thanks to Miss Daisy (WHS), The Firebirds (Mount) and LaSalle Robotics (LSCHS) for their support and friendship. They truly exemplified "coopertition" at its finest! 

PHOTO DAY: ABSENTEE/RETAKES

On Tuesday, October 30, Barksdale Photography will return to Gwynedd to take group photos for all grades. Students must be in full uniform; kilt, white golf shirt, blazer, navy knee socks and loafers. 

In addition to their uniform, Seniors may also bring a college sweatshirt, as well! 

Absentee Photos

Anyone absent on the original photo day may be photographed on October 30. Photo order forms are available in the Marketing & Communications office on the red corridor.

Retakes

Students wishing to have their photo retaken can pick up the photo form in the Marketing & Communications office, and they are asked to bring the original photos purchased with them to the shoot. Photos are to be handed to the Barksdale photographer at that time.

Please contact Mrs. Zandier (jzandier@gmahs.org) with questions. Thank you! 

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