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Principal James Cook stands in the hallway of GHS
Principal Cook to step down and return to teaching
Digital Art
GHS launches Wellness Coach Mentorship Program
The official poster for the 16th annual pizza taste-off.
Interact club to host pizza taste-off
Coach Gap Saputo led the tennis team in a trash pickup Wednesday in hopes of beautifying Gloucester High School.
From tennis rackets to trash bags
Ms. Feener creating the seating chart for senior banquet in 2023
GHS bids farewell to Ms. Feener
Cousins Monica and Jennyfer C., who are from Guatemala, mostly speak in Q'eqchi', an indigenous language that predates the Spanish colonization of Central America.
Breaking Barriers: An ancient language in a new land
Multilingual student Melany Cristobal blends memories of Guatemala, a passion for art, and her own version of the American dream in her crochet business.
Breaking Barriers: Made by Melany
Two people sitting on a bench in Stage Fort park looking out on Gloucester Harbor.
Mr. Pleuler’s hidden talent
When students join the STEM club, they are presented with many opportunities to explore various science fields.
The Gender Equity in STEM Club: Why it matters
Franklin dreams of opening a restaurant one day that would bring his home culture to Gloucester.
Breaking Barriers: Franklin’s Dream
Abby Noble and Nico Alves are this week's student athletes of the week.
Student Athletes of the Week
Skye Berry makes a run down the field in GHS's matchup against Swampscott.
Big Blue hands girls’ Lacrosse 5th straight loss
Mackayla Allen tags out a runner sliding into second base.
Sachems no match for undefeated Fishermen
Sophomore Nico Alves in position.
Gloucester baseball stays undefeated
Gloucester's offense takes a push towards the Falcons' net.
Girls’ Lacrosse drops to 0-4 after loss to Falcons
Tipping the scale to fun
Tipping the scale to fun
Digital art by Ruby McElhenny illustrating the struggle students face when they are victims of bullying.
Schools should step up and address bullying
President to Congress: “America is Back”
Colored pencil art depicting a single sport athlete turning away from the opportunity to play more sports
The End of the All-Around Athlete
One Month After Taking Office, What Has Trump Accomplished?
The official poster for this year's annual "Jazz for a Cure" event.
Jazz for a Cure: Gloucester musicians take the stage to fight cancer
Cast of "James and the Giant Peach" performing their finale number at dress rehearsal.
GHS Musical “James and the Giant Peach” opens Thursday
The official emblem of the City of Gloucester.
Gloucester hosts Earth Day recycling drive
GHS history teacher Phil Cook referees an Intramural Volleyball match
Average Joe’s win 2025 Intramural Volleyball Tournament
Freshly baked scones, ready to eat, served on a ceramic plate.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s day with Traditional Irish Scones
Educators march to City Hall for a rally on November 14th.
Teacher strike in pictures
Golden
Golden
Painting
Painting
Ghostboy and Boots
Ghostboy and Boots
Desperate times, desperate measures
Desperate times, desperate measures

The Gillnetter

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Kayla Pennimpede

Kayla Pennimpede, Staff Writer

Kayla Pennimpede is a sophomore at Gloucester High School. She is a Student Council representative for the Class of 2020. She is also a member of the GHS cross country and track teams. This is Kayla’s first year writing for The Gillnetter.

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Tickled pink: GHS holds annual breast cancer research fundraiser

Tickled pink: GHS holds annual breast cancer research fundraiser

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Contributor
October 27, 2018
GHS Clayworks students made bowls for Empty Bowl fundraiser

Open Door to host annual Empty Bowl Dinner

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
May 2, 2018
Your 2018 Oscar Best Picture ballot

Your 2018 Oscar Best Picture ballot

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
March 4, 2018
The Youth Advisory Council wrote every GHS student's name on hearts hanging on the cafeteria for Valentine's Day

YAC lets every student feel loved this Valentine’s Day

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
February 13, 2018
The flu and you: what you need to know

The flu and you: what you need to know

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
February 7, 2018
Fear of school is a growing problem for youth

Fear of school is a growing problem for youth

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
January 9, 2018
Lila Olson sprints to the finish last year at Reggie Lewis Athletic Center

Winter track looks to improve record

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
December 14, 2017
GHS Science teachers David Enos and Eric Leigh honored as Biotech Education Champions for 2017

Enos and Leigh honored as Biotechnology Education Champions

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
November 29, 2017
Rocks adorned with positive messages greet students as they walk into GHS

GHS rocks positive vibes through Youth Advisory Council

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
October 23, 2017
Nurse Practitioner Linda Gipstein, who works in the GHS Health Center, educates students on healthy decision making at the GHS health fair on September 29th

Health fair showcases opportunities for students

MADISON LAING, KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, and
October 11, 2017
Helen Duncan is one of the latest additions to the GHS staff

Duncan takes place as new clayworks teacher

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
October 4, 2017
Freshman survival guide

Freshman survival guide

KAYLA PENNIMPEDE, Staff Writer
September 8, 2017
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