Mattress Fundraiser to Support GHS Music

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OPEN HOUSE OPPORTUNITY: Southern Maine Community College is excited to welcome prospective students and their families to their Fall Open House on Saturday, October 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on their South Portland campus. At the Open House, students and families will have the opportunity to tour their beautiful waterfront campus, meet faculty and staff, learn about academic programs, financial aid, student life, and support services. Registration is open, and they encourage students to sign up by going to https://www.smccme.edu/admissions-aid/fall-open-house/ Students can register online here: https://www.smccme.edu/admissions-aid/fall-open-house/

Key Club will be meeting after school Tuesday, October 13th in Ms.Whipkeys room. Stop by to turn in or take a membership form and to hear about volunteer opportunities for this month.

Seniors: This weeks reminder to get your pictures and write up to yearbook@gorhamschools.org by 11/21

Hoco Spirit Days

Our cross country team also volunteered at the Maine Marathon this morning! Go Rams!

Dream Factory volunteering at the marathon this morning!

Updated List of College Visits to GHS - please see the list below and feel free to come to Guidance to get a pass beforehand if you're interested in meeting with the representatives from any of these colleges!

Take advantage of the last flash sale of the Back-to-School Sale and get Gorham Tees for $17.99! Buy today before the sale ends. Click here to shop! ➡️ https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/ME/Gorham/Gorham%20High%20School

GHS October Menu

NHS is hosting its annual fall blood drive on October 30th. Sign ups will occur a week prior to the event on October 19th, 20th, 22nd, 26th, and 27th at the table in the front of the cafeteria during all lunches. You must be at least 16 years old in order to donate with a parent permission slip. Please make sure you sign up for a time slot that you have a study hall or senior priv! Our goal is to donate 20 units of blood which has the potential of saving many lives so we hope you will consider donating!

Yearbook club is meeting Thursday 10/8 in Ms Dolley's room after school. Our Jostens Rep. will be here with cover design samples!

The Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF fundraiser is an annual Key Club initiative held throughout October where members collect donations to support global children's programs. This year, the funds go toward Start Strong: Zambia, an initiative that builds early childhood learning centers, provides clean water, and trains healthcare workers. Clubs collect both cash using traditional orange boxes and digital donations via QR codes.

For any students interested in learning more about a Gap Year experience, Gap Year Exploration Month (GYEM) 2026 is here! This year’s theme is… FUTURE READY! They’re focusing on how gap years give students the chance to build skills that prepare you personally, academically, and professionally for what’s next. Just as exciting, this year’s GYEM will be live and active across all of their social media channels, and they’re hosting a closing panel event featuring 4 gap year alumni sharing how their gap years made them future ready as they continued their studies, started jobs, and grew personally. This event is hosted by Julia Rogers of EnRoute Consulting; this special event takes place on Thursday, October 29th, from 7–8pm EST on YouTube Live. Don’t miss it , save the date now!

Mandatory Interact Meeting Monday October 26th after school in back of MPAC. All members must attend or see Mrs. Smith ahead of time. New members are always welcome!!! Come learn about community service and leadership opportunities in your community. The google classroom code is ei5efvl. Email Mrs. Smith with any questions!!

The GHS Writing Club will have its first meeting of the year this Thursday after school from 2:15-3:00 in the GHS Library. We will be brainstorming activity ideas and discussing this year's publication of RamJam, our GHS literary magazine. New members are welcome!

For any students who are interested in learning more about the U.S. Marines, Ssgt. Delagarza will be here during the lunches on Wednesday, October 7th. Feel free to stop by and ask any questions that you might have for him!

Less than 25 days to get the yearbook for $70 before the price increase of $80 on 10/24!