One of the electives offered to the students this year is called Homesteading. So far the students built a verma composter which is composting with worms. Alternative energy where they built a generator from a junk bike and a wind turbine. They have also built a aquaponics system from the aquarium in the science room. The students have been working hard and are very engaged in learning.
Homecoming Week starts October 2nd, next week!
We have our spirit dress-up days planned out for both buildings.
At the Elementary:
Monday: Pajama Day
Tuesday: Hat and Sunglasses Day
Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday
Thursday: Camo/Blaze Orange Day
Friday: Patriot Day (wear red, white, and blue)
At the Middle/High School:
Monday: Pajama Day
Tuesday: Beach Day
Wednesday: Class Color Day
Thursday: Celebrity Look-A-Like Day (with a photo)
Friday: Patriot Day (wear red, white, and blue)
Over the summer Lauryn Dwight, Laynee Dwight, Sarah Bruders, and Layla Yang submitted artwork to the Wabeno Art & Music Fest.
Each participant was awarded a certificate and an illustration done by John Graff from his "Swimmers" series.
Sarah & Layla were both recognized as an Honorable Mention for their pieces.
The Middle and High School Art classes have been working on building their sketchbooks that they will be using throughout the year for sketchbook assignments, thumbnail sketches, and more.
September 24, 2023 – Coach Paul I. Millan was inducted into the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association’s Hall of Fame.
Paul coached the G-AC varsity boys basketball teams from 1989-2003. He was named 1994 Peshtigo Times “Coach of the Year. He was assistant coach of the North WBCA all-star basketball team in 1998 and was head coach of the 2002 North WBCA all-star team. Paul coached teams that made it to sectionals in 1992, 1994, 1996, 1997, and 2000. He coached the Goodman-Armstrong Creek High School boys basketball team at state finals in Madison in 1994 against Cassville where we placed second. We would like to thank Paul for all the knowledge and time he gave to the young men he coached. There will be a formal presentation during a boys’ basketball game this season at the G-AC Laverne A. Zimmerman Sports Center, date to be determined.
Congratulations to Coach Paul I. Millan!
GAC is preparing to announce our 2023-2024 candidates for our chapter of the National Honor Society. Here is our selection procedure. Best of luck to this year's candidates!
Save the Date:
Picture Day is coming up on Monday, September 25th, 2023
We have a Homecoming Football game!
Come support the middle school Patriots as they go against the Three Lakes/Phelps Bluejays at noon on Saturday, October 7th, 2023.
This game is held at the Goodman-Armstrong Creek High School Field.
Morning fun with Kindergarten and 1st Grade!
The Athletic Apparel Sale is here! Cheer on your Patriots with some new Patriots spirit wear!
General Patriot
https://patriot-sale-2023.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Volleyball
https://patriot-volleyball-2023.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Cross Country
https://patriot-crosscountry-2023.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Football
https://patriot-football-2023.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
The last day to order is September 17, 2023!
Communities that Care of Marinette & Menominee Counties is pleased to announce it will be hosting a virtual education event, “A Parent’s Role in Youth Substance Use Prevention” via Google Classroom the week of October 16th! This self-paced course will educate adults on substance use trends among youth and equip them with knowledge and resources on how to help youth in their lives navigate through these trends.
Registration for this event (https://CTCPARENTED.eventbrite.com) opens Monday, September 11th at 7:00 a.m. and will close at midnight on October 13th, or when sold out. The classroom is limited to the first 50 parents/guardians/adults who register. Those who complete every assignment beginning Monday, October 16th through midnight on Sunday, October 22nd will receive a $50 Amazon gift card incentive. All assignments MUST be completed by this deadline of midnight on October 22nd to be eligible to receive the gift card.
For more information on the topics and agenda outline, please visit the event page description through the registration link.
Back to School night is this week, Wednesday (8/30/23) 5:00 to 7:00 PM!
GAC Students and Families are invited to celebrate the 2023/2024 school year beginning at the GAC Elementary School
We will have a cookout & fun activities for all!
Our Senior Class of 2024. Wishing them a happy last, first day of high school!
Back to School time is here!
Time: 3:00 - 6:00 PM
Day: Wednesday (8/23/23)
Where: The High School and Elementary School
See your teachers & drop off your supplies.
Hope to see you there!
New Student Registration for the 2023/2024 school year is coming up!
Monday - Thursday,
August 14th - 17th, 2023
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
At the Goodman-Armstrong Creek High School office
Held awards ceremony for the golf team yesterday, Josh Knutson recieved MVP and a second year letter, Pietro Ipsa recieved most improved player and first year letter and Josh Wysocki recieved the Patriot award and was nominated for academic all conference in golf. Great season!
Tonight, Tuesday, May 30, there is a mandatory sports meeting for all 2023-24 athletes in grades 6-12th grades and their parents. It will be held in the GAC high school gym at 5:30PM. If you are unable to attend please email Mr. Esqueda to set up a separate meeting before the start of the school year. besqueda@goodman.k12.wi.us
Last day of school some of the students rode their quads in. Then the senior riders drove down to the grade school for the senior walk through. Great memories made.
Today we appreciate the math teacher up at the middle & high school; Mrs. Melcher!
How long have you been teaching here?
*This is my first year teaching here.
What do you like about teaching at a small school?
*I like teaching at a small school because I have more time to interact with the students one-on-one during class time which helps to build a better relationship with them.
What made you want to become a teacher?
*I wanted to become a teacher because I was not the best math student, believe it or not. When I was in high school I remember struggling on several math concepts and when I was able to complete a problem involving long division of polynomials with the right answer, I was very proud of myself. I made a goal for myself that if I ever became a math teacher, I would like to be able to change at least one person's perception of math to a more positive situation each year.
What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching?
*When I am not teaching, I like to relax by spending time with family (playing cards - Cribbage, Sheepshead, Hand-N-Foot; fishing, camping), watching TV/movies, and reading.
What did you do before you worked here?
*Before I worked at Goodman Armstrong Creek School District, I worked at Wabeno Area School District.
Is there anything else you would like to share?
*Before I became a teacher, I worked in food service (Burger King, Domino's, McDonald's; 2 nursing homes), for the Department of Public Instruction (after-school tutor), and for Northcentral Technical College (math adjunct instructor).
On behalf of the student body, we would like to thank Mrs. Melcher for everything she does for our school.
Today we celebrate & we are appreciative of Mrs. Braaten!
How long have you been teaching here?
At the end of this year will be her first year here.
What are some things you like about teaching at a small school?
Their impact on helping us transition into adulthood, especially giving the kids a heads up for personal finance, and being able to plug practical stuff that we will use after school excites her.
What made you want to become a teacher?
She didn't know she liked teaching until she homeschooled her kids, and she felt like she was good at it. Life took her in different directions and at past jobs she didn't get a good connection, she feels that teaching gets more of a personal impact.
What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching?
Go to sports events, camping, and reading, and she tries to garden.
What did you do before you worked here?
Revenue analyst at Carter Casino for 7 years and at the post office before that, waitressed, and other accounting jobs.
If you have any pets what are they and their names?
Sophie Jo, boxer Boston mix.
Is there anything else you would like to share...
She loves her job.
We are thankful for all that Mrs. Braaten does for us at GAC!
