Unified Science students kept warm on a chilly day by learning about the Big Bang Theory. Pictured are a few groups exploring Hubble's Law by performing a balloon lab!
Due to predicted snowfall Friday, High School Basketball games scheduled with PAC at Pocahontas Friday 1/14 have been rescheduled for Thursday 1/13.
JV Girls and Boys Basketball with North Union tonight (1/11) is cancelled. Varsity games will be played as scheduled starting at 6:00 PM.
JV Basketball Games vs. Sioux Central at Sioux Rapids tonight (1/10) have been cancelled. Varsity games will be played as scheduled with the Girl's tip-off at 6:00 PM
The 8th Grade FCS Exploratory class is busy learning how sewing machines work. Stay tuned for our project results!
HS JVGBB at GT tonight, Th, and Fr will start at 4:30 PM. 2 Qu of JVG followed by 2 Qu of JVB. Varsity games will start at 6:00.
Chemistry students are learning about the various types of bonds between atoms. To observe how an alloy is formed by metallic bonds, they performed an experiment to brass plate pennies!
GT School will start have a 1 hour late start today (12/15) due to fog. There will also be a 1:00 PM dismissal today due to extreme winds. Shuttle busses will run at 1:00 PM, route busses will run at 1:30 PM.
Environmental Science is studying how oil spills affect marine ecosystems. To simulate bioremediation, they are using live microbes from a septic system product to study the rate of degradation of corn oil.
Agriculture students had an opportunity to learn from Northwest District President, Kiley Allan, and Northwest District Vice President, Jaydee Bremer.
Students learned about the importance of communication, teamwork, and about different opportunities in FFA.
State and district officers visit chapters across the state throughout their year of service, which allows members to build relationships, make connections, and ask about their experiences in FFA.
Thank you Kiley and Jaydee for coming to visit our school and GTRA FFA!
WANTED: Full-Time Elementary Associates. Work with Elementary children one to one or in small groups. Start date to begin on 4 January 2022. Call the High School office to request an application from Ashley DeMoss @ 712-859-3286
WANTED: Full or Part-Time Custodial help. Start date and job details to be worked out with successful applicant. Call the High School office to request an application from Ashley DeMoss @ 712-859-3286
Anatomy & Physiology students traveled to the Aamlid Family Human Anatomy Lab at South Dakota State University. While there, they were able to experience a cadaver lab to reinforce the structures and functions learned in the classroom.
Animal Science students are learning about animal welfare concepts by creating animal facility models.
They will be researching nutrition requirements, carrying capacity, bedding, enrichment, waste management, and more for their chosen species and breed.
This group is starting their horse facilities model.
Hope to see you there!
Senior Government class is studying the Constitution, and so today they are practicing knowing their rights with an iCivics review game
Students in Agricultural Business have been learning about how to start a business. Part of starting a business is understanding the needs and wants of consumers.
In order to understand their intended target audiences better, the Ag Business students created surveys and distributed them to students in person for a better response rate.
Using their results, the students are going to create a business plans through the course.
GTRA FFA members have been having a great time at convention! They were able to attend opening session, listen to Courtenay DeHoff (Fancy Lady Cowgirl) talk about how being different in agriculture is an asset, learn about a historical monument in the center of Indianapolis, and finish their day at the Old Spaghetti Factory while mingling with other chapters from Washington.
Thank you to the Spencer Walmart for the donations given to the Graettinger-Terril Middle School!
12 GTRA FFA members are in Indianapolis, Indiana for the 94th National FFA Convention.
One of the most common stops is the Indianapolis Motor Speedway! The speedway is the home of the Indianapolis 500. They have a lot of memories preserved in this museum, and it’s truly a great tour for those interested in mechanics and racing!
The 7th Grade FCS Exploratory students try their hand at making grilled cheese after completing their discussion about dairy products.
