On April 20, 2026, the Art Student Association proudly presented its 32nd Annual Art Show, hosted by Kingsford High School. This vibrant exhibition brought together exceptional student artwork from nine schools: Kingsford, Iron Mountain, Norway, West Iron, Forest Park, Pembine, Florence, GAC, and Niagara—showcasing the depth of creativity and talent across our area.
We extend our sincere congratulations to all participating GAC high school artists for sharing their work and contributing to the success of this inspiring event: Lauryn Dwight, Hailey Tesch, Charlie Johnson, Lucas Tesch, Lily Amundson, Ellie Garrow, and Owen Doxtator.
A special recognition goes to senior Hailey Tesch, who earned a prestigious Merit Award for her paper collage, “Man on Horsy.” This distinction is awarded to only 50 students, selected by a panel of judges representing leading art colleges and institutions across Michigan and Wisconsin. This year’s panel included representatives from the University of Wisconsin–Stout, the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, and the University of Michigan STAMPS School of Art & Design.
In addition to her Merit Award, Hailey was honored with an Honorable Mention from STAMPS. She will also receive a curated package of art supplies and a commemorative t-shirt in recognition of her achievement and to support her continued artistic growth.
This year’s show was a powerful celebration of student creativity, dedication, and artistic excellence—congratulations to all involved.
We extend our sincere congratulations to all participating GAC high school artists for sharing their work and contributing to the success of this inspiring event: Lauryn Dwight, Hailey Tesch, Charlie Johnson, Lucas Tesch, Lily Amundson, Ellie Garrow, and Owen Doxtator.
A special recognition goes to senior Hailey Tesch, who earned a prestigious Merit Award for her paper collage, “Man on Horsy.” This distinction is awarded to only 50 students, selected by a panel of judges representing leading art colleges and institutions across Michigan and Wisconsin. This year’s panel included representatives from the University of Wisconsin–Stout, the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, and the University of Michigan STAMPS School of Art & Design.
In addition to her Merit Award, Hailey was honored with an Honorable Mention from STAMPS. She will also receive a curated package of art supplies and a commemorative t-shirt in recognition of her achievement and to support her continued artistic growth.
This year’s show was a powerful celebration of student creativity, dedication, and artistic excellence—congratulations to all involved.
Art Show season is starting!
The Art Student Association Exhibition is on April 20th, 2026 hosted by Kingsford High School:
Gallery Viewing 4pm to 6pm followed by awards presentation at 6pm.
Light Refreshments & Art Activity starting at 5:30pm.
The High School GAC art students have multiple pieces in this multi-school art show, come out and support the visual arts!
The Art Student Association Exhibition is on April 20th, 2026 hosted by Kingsford High School:
Gallery Viewing 4pm to 6pm followed by awards presentation at 6pm.
Light Refreshments & Art Activity starting at 5:30pm.
The High School GAC art students have multiple pieces in this multi-school art show, come out and support the visual arts!
GAC School-Community Connections Night will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 5-7PM.
Community Connection Pop Up in Niagara:
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 at the Niagara Community Center from 2 - 4 pm
Stop in to get information, support, and navigation of community resources
See image for more details!
A big thank you to Steve Gostisha for letting the Forestry class tour his sugar shack today. He showed the process of tapping trees, collecting the sap and how it is cooked down and bottled. It was a great example of how local people are carrying on traditions and making a buisiness from something they are passionate about. The students are making maple syrup in class so it's a good example of how they can scale up the process in the future.
Due to road conditions, school will be closed on Tuesday, March 17.
Due to the current and forecasted blizzard conditions, school will be closed on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Congratulations to Hailey Tesch to being voted Artist of the Month for March!
She was voted in for her agamograph. An art form that uses optical illusion to create that changes when you look at it from different angles. For this project, she had to pick comfort and a fear. She picked a butterfly for the comfort and a bee for the fear. She did her pieces in graphite and showed wonderful shading and use of value.
Thank you to the Chippewa Club in Iron Mountain for hosting us and the other students for the surround schools (Iron Mountain, Kingsford, Norway, Florence, West Iron, Forest Park, and Niagara).
The local artist this year was Laura Bailey who discussed her own art journey. She is a multi-media artist. She showed the young artists how to make a sketchbook using the accordion fold. A sketchbook is the best place to think out all your creative ideas.
Congratulations to all the student artists and Hailey!
She was voted in for her agamograph. An art form that uses optical illusion to create that changes when you look at it from different angles. For this project, she had to pick comfort and a fear. She picked a butterfly for the comfort and a bee for the fear. She did her pieces in graphite and showed wonderful shading and use of value.
Thank you to the Chippewa Club in Iron Mountain for hosting us and the other students for the surround schools (Iron Mountain, Kingsford, Norway, Florence, West Iron, Forest Park, and Niagara).
The local artist this year was Laura Bailey who discussed her own art journey. She is a multi-media artist. She showed the young artists how to make a sketchbook using the accordion fold. A sketchbook is the best place to think out all your creative ideas.
Congratulations to all the student artists and Hailey!
We are 10 days away till the PTO Smelt Fry!
PTO Annual Smelt Fry
WHEN: SUNDAY, March 22nd, 2026
TIME: 12:00-4:00pm
WHERE: Rocque's 8 HI Club
(Located on Highway 8 - Goodman)
PRICES:
(Adult) $15.00 Smelt
(Adult) $8.00 Hot dog plate
(5-10) $8.00 FISH OR HOT DOG PLATE
(4-UNDER) $5.00 FISH OR HOT DOG
ALL YOU CAN EAT SMELT, HOMEMADE FRIES, BAKED BEANS, COLESLAW, AND DESSERTS!
(TAKE OUTS AVAILABLE)
PTO Annual Smelt Fry
WHEN: SUNDAY, March 22nd, 2026
TIME: 12:00-4:00pm
WHERE: Rocque's 8 HI Club
(Located on Highway 8 - Goodman)
PRICES:
(Adult) $15.00 Smelt
(Adult) $8.00 Hot dog plate
(5-10) $8.00 FISH OR HOT DOG PLATE
(4-UNDER) $5.00 FISH OR HOT DOG
ALL YOU CAN EAT SMELT, HOMEMADE FRIES, BAKED BEANS, COLESLAW, AND DESSERTS!
(TAKE OUTS AVAILABLE)
Reminder for Tuesday, March 17th:
No school for Elementary Students for Teacher In-Service.
Middle & High School Students: Testing Day!
No school for Elementary Students for Teacher In-Service.
Middle & High School Students: Testing Day!
Congratulations to the students who participated at district solo/ensemble contest in Florence last Friday (February 27th). The judges gave great feedback to each performer. Unfortunately, they only get a snapshot of the work that each student put in, but that doesn't diminish the quality behavior of GAC's students on the day.
Percussion Trio - Hawk, Ethan, Owen 2 - Excellent
Xylophone Solo - Josh 2 - Excellent
Wind Ensemble - Autumn, Ellie, Alaina, Augusta, Hannah 2 - Excellent
Saxophone Quartet - Joey, Jimmy, Devin, Ben 3 - Good
Tenor Sax Solo - RJ 2 - Excellent
Alto Sax Duet - Auron, Jimmy 2 - Excellent
Snare Solo - Lukas 2 - Excellent
Vocal Soprano Solo - Chuck 1 - Superior
Congratulations to all!
Percussion Trio - Hawk, Ethan, Owen 2 - Excellent
Xylophone Solo - Josh 2 - Excellent
Wind Ensemble - Autumn, Ellie, Alaina, Augusta, Hannah 2 - Excellent
Saxophone Quartet - Joey, Jimmy, Devin, Ben 3 - Good
Tenor Sax Solo - RJ 2 - Excellent
Alto Sax Duet - Auron, Jimmy 2 - Excellent
Snare Solo - Lukas 2 - Excellent
Vocal Soprano Solo - Chuck 1 - Superior
Congratulations to all!
Let’s Enjoy the Snow!
RESCHEDULED Sledding Family Fun night!
New Date: Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
4:30 - 6:00
Goodman Football Field
See you there!
RESCHEDULED Sledding Family Fun night!
New Date: Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
4:30 - 6:00
Goodman Football Field
See you there!
To wrap up learning about the Winter Olympics, the 5th and 6th graders chose a winter sport and had to create it using various supplies! They all did a great job!
Read Across America Week is next week!
March 2-6, 2026
Elementary Dress-Up Days:
Monday: Hats off to Reading!
Wear your favorite hat!
Tuesday: Pawsitively Wild about Reading!
Wear animal print or camo!
Wednesday: Team Up for Reading!
Wear a sports jersey or shirt!
Thursday: Readers are Bright!
Wear neon or rainbow colors!
Friday: Snuggle Up and Read!
Wear your pajamas!
March 2-6, 2026
Elementary Dress-Up Days:
Monday: Hats off to Reading!
Wear your favorite hat!
Tuesday: Pawsitively Wild about Reading!
Wear animal print or camo!
Wednesday: Team Up for Reading!
Wear a sports jersey or shirt!
Thursday: Readers are Bright!
Wear neon or rainbow colors!
Friday: Snuggle Up and Read!
Wear your pajamas!
Due to the continued snow/rain predicted for today and current weather conditions, GAC will be closed today, Friday, 2/20/26.
GAC school will be closed today due to the predicted weather. No school, Wednesday, 2/18/26.
Due to the current road conditions, GAC will run on a two hour delay this morning, Wed. 2/18/26. School will begin at 10 AM.
The PTO family fun night tomorrow has been cancelled due to the snow on the football field hill melting.
We hope to reschedule!
Mark your calendars!
The High School Winter Athletic awards is coming up on March 11th, 2026!
Varsity Girls Basketball Athletes: Please bring drinks
Varsity Boys Basketball Athletes: Please being chips
JV Boys Basketball Athletes: Please bring desserts
See you at Goodman High School at 6:00pm.
The High School Winter Athletic awards is coming up on March 11th, 2026!
Varsity Girls Basketball Athletes: Please bring drinks
Varsity Boys Basketball Athletes: Please being chips
JV Boys Basketball Athletes: Please bring desserts
See you at Goodman High School at 6:00pm.
PTO Sledding Night!
February 17th, 2026 at the Goodman football field from 4:30 to 6:00pm.
Hot dogs and hot chocolate will be provided. Elementary students should be accompanied by an adult. No pets please. Bring the whole family for some fun!
February 17th, 2026 at the Goodman football field from 4:30 to 6:00pm.
Hot dogs and hot chocolate will be provided. Elementary students should be accompanied by an adult. No pets please. Bring the whole family for some fun!
