Daily Announcements
Announcement - Thursday, March 12, 2026
On Tuesday, March 17th, the Badminton Club will gather in the gymnasium after school for some friendly competition. All are welcome!
Drumroll please.... Today's the day American Exchange Program travelers! It's AEP Day!! -- we can't wait to celebrate with you in room B132 during ARC with snacks, AEP merch and the big reveal! See you then!
Seniors-there are only a few days left for you to complete the Dollars for Scholars application. Apply before it's too late! The final workshop is today in B214. Get help with any questions or with your essay, either organizing or proofreading. Applications are due Sunday, March 15.
If you are interested in entering the contest please plan on attending an ARC meeting in B203 today. If you have any questions please see Mr. Sontheimer or any Amnesty International officers. R-O-C-K-F-T-K.
The ASVAB will be offered March 18, 2026 at 7:30 AM at GAHS. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12. The ASVAB helps you explore your strengths, identify career paths, and plan for college, career, or military opportunities—all in one free assessment. There is a sign up form on the Counseling Center Canvas page. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 13.
Just a reminder, the Youth Coalition will be meeting this Friday during ARC. Please be sure to sign up in Flex Time. Discussion at the meeting will be recruitment strategies for our Leadership Camp which will take place in June this year instead of August.
Sign up in FlexTime for Philosophy Club during ARC on Monday, March 16 to examine the concept of religion from a philosophical lens from faith to reason to the problem of evil. All are welcome to attend.
After laying dormant like a cicada for well-over a decade this must see event will return to the Gettysburg High School Rockotorium in April. The Amnesty International Battle of the Bands is scheduled for April 24th from 7-9 PM in conjunction with Mini-Thon. Come enjoy the live music and contribute to Amnesty International and Mini-Thon.
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Announcement - Wednesday, March 11, 2026
If you did not sign up for a “to go” lunch for today, go to Canvas announcements and sign up. You must do so by 8:00 am.
The ASVAB will be offered March 18, 2026 at 7:30 AM at GAHS. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12. The ASVAB helps you explore your strengths, identify career paths, and plan for college, career, or military opportunities—all in one free assessment. There is a sign up form on the Counseling Center Canvas page. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 13.
American Exchange Program travelers!! Only ONE more day until we reveal which town and state you're flying to his summer!!
Thank you to all faculty and staff who voted last week for their favorite World Language posters. Congratulations to the following World Languages Week poster contest winners: The best poster for Mrs. Coldsmith’s German classes is Abby Brown; for Mr. Diehl’s Spanish classes-Kaylia Keadle-Savoy, for Ms. Ruebelmann’s Spanish classes-Ellie Bonner, for Ms. Tosh’s Spanish classes-Alexandra Miller and for Mr. Trone’s French classes-Alexander Castillo-Gonzales.
These winners should see Mr. Trone today or tomorrow in B207 to get their prize. In addition, the posters will be featured in the “winner’s circle” on the cafeteria windows.
Just a reminder, the Youth Coalition will be meeting this Friday during ARC. Please be sure to sign up in Flex Time. Discussion at the meeting will be recruitment strategies for our Leadership Camp which will take place in June this year instead of August.
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Announcement - Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Tomorrow is an early dismissal day. If you are interested in getting a "To Go" lunch, please go to Canvas announcements to sign up. If you do NOT want lunch, there is no need to reply. This request must be completed no later than 8:00 am on Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Key Club meeting - TODAY during ARC. Sign up in Flextime
Happy Tuesday American Exchange Program travelers! TWO more days until you learn where in the US you'll be headed this summer!
Are you looking for some volunteer hours? GASD's elementary summer STEM Camp, called Camp Invention, is looking for students going into grades 10-12 next year to volunteer to be Leadership Interns to help with the summer camp. Camp runs from July 13 - 16 from 7:15 am - 2:15 pm with some online training and time with the camp coordinator. If interested, go to the announcements on Canvas for more information.
Seniors-we're in the final week of the Dollars for Scholars application window. Make sure to apply before it's too late! For you procrastinators, we have a final workshop on Thursday, March 12. Get help with any questions or with your essay. Applications are due Sunday, March 15.
After laying dormant like a cicada for well-over a decade this must see event will return to the Gettysburg High School Rockotorium in April. The Amnesty International Battle of the Bands is scheduled for April 24th from 7-9 PM in conjunction with Mini-Thon. Come enjoy the live music and contribute to Amnesty International and Mini-Thon.
If you are interested in entering the contest please plan on attending an ARC meeting in B203 on Thursday March 12. If you have any questions please see Mr. Sontheimer or any Amnesty International officers. R-O-C-K-F-T-K.
Latinx Club will be meeting in room B212 today to review the club trip itinerary and information and to pass out permission slips. Please sign up in Flextime.
Attention 10th grade students: The bus lists for the Career Fair have been posted on the main office windows and on the Warrior Way Announcement Page. Please check the list to find your assigned bus.
On the day of the Career Fair, report to your first mod. You will be called down to the cafeteria.
If you have questions, please see the counseling office, Mrs. Ramsburg, or Mrs. Biggins.
Congratulations to the following World Languages Week trivia question winners from last week: Mary Willis, Trey Tarbox Windish, Dixie Daugherty, and Ryder Johnson. Thank you to everyone who participated! Please see Mr. Trone in B207 today to get your prize.
Last weekend, the Gettysburg Chess Team concluded their 2026 season at the PA State Scholastic Chess Championship. The Warriors took FIRST PLACE in the U1000 rating section. Individual honors from that section go to:
Jabob Marron, taking 4th place
William Lanphear-Gaydos, taking top Under 600 player.
Individual honors for players competing for the first time in the URATED section go to:
MJ Reinhart-Mitchell, 1st place female
Angel Gomez, 4th place
Caleb Phillips, 3rd place
Brake Kimple, 1st PLACE!
Congratulations, team!! "WarriorWay to go!!" (tm)
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Announcements - Monday, March 9, 2026
Are you looking for some volunteer hours? GASD's elementary summer STEM Camp, called Camp Invention, is looking for students going into grades 10-12 next year to volunteer to be Leadership Interns to help with the summer camp. Camp runs from July 13 - 16 from 7:15 am - 2:15 pm with some online training and time with the camp coordinator. If interested, go to the announcements on Canvas for more information.
After laying dormant like a cicada for well-over a decade this must see event will return to the Gettysburg High School Rockotorium in April. The Amnesty International Battle of the Bands is scheduled for April 24th from 7-9 PM in conjunction with Mini-Thon. Come enjoy the live music and contribute to Amnesty International and Mini-Thon.
If you are interested in entering the contest please plan on attending an ARC meeting in B203 on Thursday March 12. If you have any questions please see Mr. Sontheimer or any Amnesty International officers. R-O-C-K-F-T-K.
The ASVAB will be offered March 18, 2026 at 7:30 AM at GAHS. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12. The ASVAB helps you explore your strengths, identify career paths, and plan for college, career, or military opportunities—all in one free assessment. There is a sign up form on the Counseling Center Canvas page. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 13.
Seniors-we're in the final week of the Dollars for Scholars application window. Make sure to apply before it's too late! For you procrastinators, we have a final workshop on Thursday, March 12. Get help with any questions or with your essay. Applications are due Sunday, March 15.
Latinx Club will be meeting in room B212 tomorrow to review the club trip itinerary and information and to pass out permission slips. Please sign up in Flextime.
American Exchange Program travelers: Three more days until you discover where you'll be traveling this summer!!
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Announcements - Friday, March 6, 2026
Ruth Harvest bags will be available for pick up at the end of the school day in the nurse's office.
The answer to yesterday’s World Language trivia question, What is the traditional motto of the United States and what language was it written in? What does it mean in English? is:
The traditional motto of the United States, “E pluribus unum” (“Out of many, one”), was adopted in 1782 for the Great Seal. Written in Latin, it represents the unity of the original 13 states and the idea that people from diverse backgrounds form one nation. Latin was chosen because many Founding Fathers studied it and admired the Roman Republic as a model of civic virtue and republican government.
This concludes World Languages Week. Trivia winners will be announced next week. Don’t forget to view the student language posters in the cafeteria. Teachers and staff, please vote for your favorites—ballots are in your mailboxes and due today by 2:30 p.m.
Today's tip for your Dollars for Scholars application: make sure to include any financial awards from the school you will be attending. Put these awards in the "Awards" section of the application.
The ASVAB will be offered March 18, 2026 at 7:30 AM at GAHS. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12. The ASVAB helps you explore your strengths, identify career paths, and plan for college, career, or military opportunities—all in one free assessment. There is a sign up form on the Counseling Center Canvas page. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 13.
Today is the day! Join us in the LGI for the Alpha Club. There will be food and drinks provided, and the group will be diving into the topic, “What Does Real Love Look Like?”
If you are interested in attending, please be sure to sign up in FlexTime.
If you have any questions, please email Maddy Peake
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Announcements - Thursday, March 4, 2026
The answer to yesterday’s German trivia question, Which sweet treat was invented in Switzerland by a German-speaking inventor and which candy company did he found that we also know in the USA? Gummy Bears, (they were created by Hans Riegel), founder of Haribo. The winner will be announced next week with instructions on how to claim the prize.
Today’s World Language trivia question has a historical connection: What is the traditional motto of the United States and what language was it written in? What does it mean in English? Good luck and please submit your answer to the box in the main office before the end of the day with your name for a chance to win a prize!
The ASVAB will be offered March 18, 2026 at 7:30 AM at GAHS. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12. The ASVAB helps you explore your strengths, identify career paths, and plan for college, career, or military opportunities—all in one free assessment. There is a sign up form on the Counseling Center Canvas page. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 13.
"Alpha Club will be holding its next meeting tomorrow in the cafeteria. There will be food and drinks provided, and the group will be diving into the topic, “What Does Real Love Look Like?” If you are interested in attending, please be sure to sign up in FlexTime. If you have any questions, please email Maddy Peake"
Are you looking for some volunteer hours? GASD's elementary summer STEM Camp, called Camp Invention, is looking for students going into grades 10-12 next year to volunteer to be Leadership Interns to help with the summer camp. Camp runs from July 13 - 16 from 7:15 am - 2:15 pm with some online training and time with the camp coordinator. If interested, go to the announcements on Canvas for more information.
After laying dormant like a cicada for well-over a decade this must see event will return to the Gettysburg High School Rockotorium in April. The Amnesty International Battle of the Bands is scheduled for April 24th from 7-9 PM in conjunction with Mini-Thon. Come enjoy the live music and contribute to Amnesty International and Mini-Thon. If you are interested in entering the contest please plan on attending an ARC meeting in B203 on Thursday March 12. If you have any questions please see Mr. Sontheimer or any Amnesty International officers. R-O-C-K-F-T-K.
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Announcements - Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Due to popular demand, the Elsie Singmaster Society has extended their hours! ARC support will be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We also have availability after school during Homework Hub. It is vital that you book your appointment in advance; if you wait we may not be able to accommodate you.
The French Club would like to invite all interested students to a special seminar exploring the rich and vibrant culture of France today, 4th during ARC in the LGI.
Come listen to guest speakers Dr. and Mr. Jurney share their knowledge and personal insights about French language and culture in an informative and inspiring session you won’t want to miss.
Please be sure to sign up in FlexTime under French Club to reserve your spot. Merci!
Hey Seniors! Dollars for Scholars applications are due next week! Today's tips: If you volunteer for more than one organization, list each one separately including the time you spend with each and the years you volunteered for each. Tip 2: Since many scholarships consider community service activities, include as much detail as you can. Don't assume the readers know the details about what a particular activity includes.
The answer to yesterday’s French trivia question, What is the “Mona Lisa” called in French and where is it located? is “la Joconde” and you can go see it at the Louvre Museum in Paris. It was painted by the famous Renaissance painter Leonardo da Vinci between 1513 and 1519 when the artist was living in Florence. The winner will be announced next week with instructions on how to claim the prize.
Guten Tag! Here is today’s German trivia question for day 3 of World Languages Week. Which sweet treat was invented in Switzerland by a German-speaking inventor and which candy company did he found that we also know in the USA?
Please submit your answer to the box in the main office before the end of the day with your name for a chance to win a prize! Viel Glueck (Good luck!)
Alpha Club will be holding its next meeting this Friday. There will be food and drinks provided, and the group will be diving into the topic, “What Does Real Love Look Like?”
If you are interested in attending, please be sure to sign up in FlexTime.
If you have any questions, please email Maddy Peake"
After laying dormant like a cicada for well-over a decade this must see event will return to the Gettysburg High School Rockotorium in April. The Amnesty International Battle of the Bands is scheduled for April 24th from 7-9 PM in conjunction with Mini-Thon. Come enjoy the live music and contribute to Amnesty International and Mini-Thon.
If you are interested in entering the contest please plan on attending an ARC meeting in B203 on Thursday March 12. If you have any questions please see Mr. Sontheimer or any Amnesty International officers. R-O-C-K-F-T-K.
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Announcements - Monday, March 2, 2026
Want to Be a Lifeguard? Do you need your lifeguard certification renewed before summer? Mr Hardy will be teaching Lifeguard certification and recertification classes in March and April at the Gettysburg YMCA. Sign up at the Gettysburg branch front desk or online at the Hanover Area YMCA website. Find Mr Hardy in the C-wing to learn more about these classes and to discuss job opportunities that might pay for the certification.
Due to popular demand, the Elsie Singmaster Society has extended their hours! ARC support will be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We also have availability after school during Homework Hub. It is vital that you book your appointment in advance; if you wait we may not be able to accommodate you.
Are you looking for some volunteer hours? GASD's elementary summer STEM Camp, called Camp Invention, is looking for students going into grades 10-12 next year to volunteer to be Leadership Interns to help with the summer camp. Camp runs from July 13 - 16 from 7:15 am - 2:15 pm with some online training and time with the camp coordinator. If interested, go to the announcements on Canvas for more information.
"Alpha Club will be holding its next meeting this Friday. There will be food and drinks provided, and the group will be diving into the topic, “What Does Real Love Look Like?”
If you are interested in attending, please be sure to sign up in FlexTime. If you have any questions, please email Maddy Peake"
The French Club would like to invite all interested students to a special seminar exploring the rich and vibrant culture of France next Wednesday, March 4th during ARC in the LGI.
Come listen to guest speakers Dr. and Mr. Jurney share their knowledge and personal insights about French language and culture in an informative and inspiring session you won’t want to miss.
Please be sure to sign up in FlexTime under French Club to reserve your spot. Merci!
Hola/Guten Tag/Bonjour and welcome to GAHS World Languages Week!
This week, the World Language Department celebrates the many languages and cultures around the world. Listen each morning for a trivia question on the announcements. Write down your answer and bring it to the main office that day for a chance to win a prize.
Enjoy international dishes in the cafeteria, and check out the student-made posters displayed on the cafeteria windows. Faculty can vote for their favorites in the mailroom.
And here is today’s Spanish trivia question for day 1 of World Languages Week: What is the second largest Spanish speaking country in the world and how many million people in that country speak Spanish?
Good luck and please submit your answer to the box in the main office before the end of the day with your name for a chance to win a prize!