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Scott Trott with his teachers Geoff Kennedy, Jen Kennedy, Donna Tarr, Elizabeth Tarr, Jessica Kirk and Elizabeth Harney celebrate him becoming an Eagle Scout

Trott soars to the rank of Eagle Scout

DANIELLE DENMAN, Staff Writer, Editor October 9, 2019

Last month, after being a member of Boy Scouts for twelve years, GHS’s own Scott Trott rose to the rank of Eagle Scout.  Trott belongs to Troop Four in Beverly, Massachusetts.  Eagle Scouts are...

Students demand action at climate strike in Boston

Students demand action at climate strike in Boston

On Friday, September 20th of 2019, Boston participated in the Global Climate Strikes to demand reform regarding climate change.  Around 7,000 people were reported to be in attendance. The strike began...

GYLC invites students to their kick-off event this Wednesday night.

Gloucester Youth Leadership Council kick-off event

ELISE AMARAL, Staff Writer October 7, 2019

The Gloucester Youth Council is rebranding as the Gloucester Youth Leadership Council with new leadership and big plans. To recruit new members and promote awareness, the GYLC will hold a kick-off event...

Sophomores Jenna Smith and Sophia Costa work on a Vex 5 Clawbot in E block  Robotics class

Engineering a future for women in Robotics

BROOKE CLEARY and SAM GROLEAU September 26, 2019

When GHS introduced Robotics class in 2009, there were no female students enrolled. Ten years later, the gender gap is narrowing.    “Robotics started as a physics vocational class to get kids...

GHS launches Model G20 club

GHS launches Model G20 club

DANIELLE DENMAN, Staff Writer September 25, 2019

Are you interested in global politics, civic engagement, and developing leadership? If so, then check out the new Model G20 Club! The G20 (Group of 20) Club, is a simulation of the group of the nineteen...

These titles frequently appear on the most challenged, and banned lists each year.

GHS celebrates banned book week

AUTUMN-MARIE SILVA, Staff Writer September 24, 2019

This week GHS students are celebrating the freedom to read.   On Sunday, we marked the start of the 37th annual Banned Book Week, an annual event launched in 1982 as an opposition to banning books...

PACE program, an alternative to suspension, allows students to remain in school

PACE program designed to reduce suspensions and keep kids in school

CAMERON MUNIZ, Staff Writer September 23, 2019

Gloucester High School is introducing a new program as an alternative to  student suspensions. The Positive Alternative to Consequences in Education, or PACE, is a positive alternative to suspension...

Student parking switched for back to school

Student parking switched for back to school

DANIELLE DENMAN, Staff Writer September 6, 2019

Due to space and security issues, students accustomed to parking by the football field will need to change their morning routines.  Students are now expected to park in what was formerly known as the...

GHS welcomes new students and families Tuesday night

GHS welcomes new students and families Tuesday night

MILA BARRY, Staff Writer, Editor August 25, 2019

Its that time of year again!   With the first day of school approaching, new students should mark this date on their calendars.  New Student Orientation and Chromebook Distribution Night is this Tuesday,...

(from left) Cynthia Carney,  Rachel Rex, Andrea Tarantino, and Charmaine Champagne, pose for a photo

Mrs. Tarantino is revved up for retirement

MILA BARRY, Staff Writer June 14, 2019

With retirement in sight, history teacher Andrea Tarantino is looking forward to a change of pace. But unlike most retirees, she's not looking to slow things down.  After 26 years at GHS, she plans to...

Unidentified student whose face is obscured by a hat

Hats off to the hat policy

WILLA BROSNIHAN, Staff Writer, Editor June 12, 2019

After consulting with law enforcement and legal council, administration will uphold the rule that prohibits hats and headgear in school. The rule was reconsidered after prompting from Gloucester High School...

Señora Willson and her Spanish II students

Señora Willson is ready for a new adventure

DANIELLE DENMAN, Staff Writer, Editor June 6, 2019

Who can tell a story, teach you Spanish, and crochet an afghan all at the same time? ¡Sorpresa! ¡Es la Señora Wilson! After 21 years of teaching Spanish at GHS, Susan Willson is retiring this June....

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