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Message From The Principal

  • Welcome to the home page for Gettysburg Area High School... and welcome to the #WarriorWay! 

    Mission -
    Gettysburg Area High School will establish an environment of respect and integrity as our collaborative community creates opportunities to engage learners in experiences that provoke critical thought and challenge their creative intelligences.

    Vision -
    Gettysburg Area High School ensures that all learners have access to a rigorous curriculum of experiences that will develop into a personally relevant pathway to future success and ultimately mold citizens who will make positive and meaningful contributions to the world around them.


     Jeremy Lusk

    Jeremy Lusk, Principal
    (717) 334-6254, opt. 2, ext 6252
    jlusk@gasd-pa.org

    Twitter  @GAHS_Lusk

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    Kristy Caywood

    Kristy Caywood, Assistant Principal (9th-10th)
    (717) 334-6254, opt. 2, ext. 6253 
    kcaywood@gasd-pa.org

    Twitter  @GAHS_Caywood

    instagram gahs_caywood

     Rupp

     Michael Rupp, Assistant Principal (11th-12th)
    (717) 334-6254, opt. 2, ext. 6282 
    mrupp@gasd-pa.org

     Twitter  @GAHS_Rupp

    instagram gahs_rupp

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GAHS EVENTS AND REMINDERS

  •  #BeHere   #BeInvolved 

    • 3/23 - 3rd Marking Period Ends 
    • 4/1 - MiniThon Powder Puff Football - 5PM @ Warrior Stadium
    • 4/4 - All District Band Concert in Auditorium @ 7PM
    • 4/7 & 4/10 - No School; Spring Holiday 
    • 4/14 - Tri-M Music Recital @ 7PM
    • 4/21 - Stars Program - 7:45 AM - By invitation only
    • 4/28 - MiniThon
    • 5/2 -  FFA Banquet in Cafeteria - 6PM
    • 5/5 - Early Dismissal @ 11AM; Professional Development
    • 5/5 - JROTC Banquet in Cafeteria- 5PM
    • 5/11 - Band Concert in Auditorium @ 7PM
    • 5/12 - Prom @ 7PM
    • 5/16 - Choir Concert in Auditorium @ 7PM
    • 5/17 - DFS Awards Program @ 7PM
    • 5/19 - Senior Class Trip 
    • 5/21 - 7-12 Pops Concert & Jazz Band in Auditorium @ 3PM 
    • 5/22 - Keystone Testing - Literature 
    • 5/23 - Keystone Testing - Biology & Algebra (Remote day for non-test takers.
    • 5/26 - Commencement @ 6PM - Ticket for entry required 

     

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    2022 Fall Portrait Day

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Announcements

  • Smile Quotes Wallpapers posted by Reginald Kylie Friday, March 31st

     

    ~The library will be CLOSED today. There will be no chargers or laptops available for checkout. No other services will be offered and the doors will be locked.  If you have instruction in the Resource room, please knock on the door.

     

    ~ First semester Art students. This is your last day to retrieve your artwork, prints and sculpture from the gallery showcases before the end of the day.

     

    LOOKING AHEAD

    ~ Ultimate Frisbee Club is back!! The first club meeting will be after school on Monday, April 3. We will meet briefly in B125, Coach Dolly's room. Ultimate will meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 - 4:30. See you there!!

     

    On Campus Visit

    ~April 6th- Keystone College will be in the Guidance Center at 8:30 am for any student who wants to seek more information about the college. Please see Mrs. Myers for an e-hall pass.

     

    NHS

    ~ All Sophomores and Juniors with GPA’s 92% or better. Check your email for an invitation to join the National Honor Society.

     


    140 Best Chin up. (quotes) ideas | quotes, me quotes, wise words  Thursday, March 30th

     

    ~The library will be CLOSED both today and Friday. There will be no chargers or laptops available for checkout. No other services will be offered and the doors will be locked.  If you have instruction in the Resource room, please knock on the door.

    ~As the daffodils bloom and the Powder Puffs BOOM, it can mean only one thing: Ultimate Frisbee Club is back!! Fill up your water bottles and lace up your cleats for the high-flying action. The first club meeting will be after school on Monday, April 3rd. We will meet briefly in B125, Coach Dolly's room, and then hit the pitch for some hot competish!! Ultimate will meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 - 4:30. See you there!!

     ~Seniors - There are many scholarship opportunities still available to you. Take a look at the scholarship page on the High School Counseling Website. If you need help, please stop by the counseling center to see Mrs. Myers

     

     ~Flags Across Adams County is back! This event raises money for wounded warriors in our community. Please consider picking up a form in the main office to donate. If there are any questions, contact Ryan Benedict


    This contains an image of: Custom-Designed Illustrations Wednesday, March 29th

    ARC News

    ~History Club will meet this Wednesday, 3-29-23, in B-117, Mr. Willard's room, during the resource period. All are welcome! Sign-up in Flextime Manager

    ~Not sure what to do for ARC today? Come to the LGI to meet some members of local government for Meet Your Local Government Day. Members of the Gettysburg borough council and our own school board will be in the LGI to answer all of your respectful questions about what being in local government means, both to them and to us. Come join Mr. Jurney and Mr. Houser and their government classes to learn firsthand what it means to serve in local government.

     

    Ultimate Frisbee

    ~As the daffodils bloom and the Powder Puffs BOOM, it can mean only one thing: Ultimate Frisbee Club is back!! Fill up your water bottles and lace up your cleats for the high-flying action. The first club meeting will be after school on Monday, April 3. We will meet briefly in B125, Coach Dolly's room, and then hit the pitch for some hot competish!! Ultimate will meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 - 4:30. See you there!!

     

    "Cloudy with a Chance of Knowledge"

    ~Is the latest library display which features books that will amaze you! There is something for everyone! Some titles include the Art of War, 101 Personality Quizzes, Star Wars Fascinating Facts, and more! Stop in today and check out a book!

     

    For the Kids

    ~Join in the fun for the MiniTHON sponsored Powder Puff football game on April 1st, at Warrior Stadium. The first game begins at 5pm. General admission is a $2 donation, while any other amounts will be greatly appreciative. Let’s tackle childhood cancer together. Remember all proceeds go FOR THE KIDS!

     


    This contains an image of: Please and Thank You | PDF Tuesday, March 28

     

    Our favorite pets are here!

    ~KPETS dogs will be back today during all lunches! Please stop by the lobby area to visit during your lunch to give and receive love and companionship from these furry friends. They can’t wait to see you!

    Game On

    Join in the fun for the MiniTHON sponsored Powder Puff football game on April 1st, at Warrior Stadium. The first game begins at  5pm. General admission is a $2 donation, while any other amounts will be greatly appreciative. Let’s tackle childhood cancer together-FOR THE KIDS!

    Seniors - There are many scholarship opportunities still available to you.  Take a look at the scholarship page on the High School Counseling Website. If you need help, please stop by the counseling center to see Mrs. Myers

    Stop in today and check out a book.

    ~The library’s latest display, Cloudy with a Chance of Knowledge, features books that will amaze you! There is something for everyone! Some titles include the Art of War, 101 Personality Quizzes, Star Wars Fascinating Facts, and much more!

    Thank you

    To those first semester students who have picked up their artwork, prints and sculptures.  If you have not, remember all art must be picked up to make room for the second semester art students' work by this Friday, March 31st.


    This contains an image of: Classroom Quotes for Every Day of the Year!March 27th -First Monday of Term 4

     

    Short and Sweet

    ~KPETS dogs will be back to visit on March 28th during all lunches! Please come visit in the lobby area during your lunch shift to give and receive love and companionship from these furry friends. They can't wait to see you!

     

    ~The library's latest display, "Cloudy with a Chance of Knowledge" features books that will amaze you! There is something for everyone! Some titles include the Art of War, 101 Personality Quizzes, Star Wars Fascinating Facts, and more! Stop in today and check out a book!

     

    ~Flags Across Adams County is back! 

    This event raises money for wounded warriors in our community. Please consider picking up a form in the main office to donate. If there are any questions, contact Ryan Benedict.

     


    50 Best "Friday Quotes" to Kickstart A Happy Weekend - Parade:  Entertainment, Recipes, Health, Life, Holidays Friday, March 24th

     Flags Across Adams County is back!

     This event raises money for wounded warriors in our community. Please consider picking up a form in the main office to donate. If there are any questions, contact Ryan Benedict.

     Reflection from the Warrior Way Lessons

    ~The final reflection comes from Senior Brianna Rosado - Success is being happy with my life, loving my job, and the people around me. I can ensure I stay on the path to success by making sure I'm taking the necessary steps to get where I want.

    Thanks to all those who submitted their comments. We want ALL our Warriors to #BeCommitted to their individual success!

    Don’t Miss Out

    ~KPETS dogs will be back to visit on March 28th during all lunches! Please stop by the lobby area during your lunch shift to give and receive love and companionship from these furry friends. They can't wait to see you!

    Hershey Park Deadline

    ~Seniors, you have 7 hours to turn in your registration, payment, and form to the nurse’s office to be eligible to go on the Hershey Park Senior Day on May 19th.

    Final Thoughts

    ~Just a reminder to first semester ART students, pick your artwork, prints and sculpture out of the gallery showcases or see art teachers for retrieval before the end of March 2023.

    ~Do you love to binge on your favorite stories? If so, check out the latest library display featuring book series. There are horror series, romance series, science fiction series, and more! There is a series for everyone.


    March 23

    Warrior Shout Outs!

    ~The Gettysburg Chess team wrapped up their 2022-23 season last weekend at the PA State Scholastic Chess Championships. Competing among a section of 21 teams, the Warriors brought home a 5th place trophy with their 12-point finish. Individually, Mark Rhoads earned a 10th place trophy with his 3.5 out of 5 points. Congratulations to all of the Chess Warriors!

    ~Congratulations to members of the Warrior Math Team who competed in the Millersville University High School Math Contest. In the team competition, Sophia Neely, Philip Neller, Max Ma and Patrick Flaherty came in 2nd place among 23 schools. And in the individual competition, Patrick placed 2nd and Max 3rd among the 96 students that competed. Way to go Warriors!!!

     

    Library

    ~Do you love to binge on your favorite stories? If so, check out the latest library display featuring book series. There are horror series, romance series, science fiction series, and more! There is a series for everyone.

     

    Today’s Reflection from the Warrior Way Lessons

    ~Comes from Senior Lexis Sonoski - Success looks like happiness to me. It always looks like I am trying my hardest, no matter what hardships I face. To ensure that I stay on the path to success, I can always try to never give up.

     

    Flags Across Adams County is back! This event raises money for wounded warriors in our community. Please consider picking up a form in the main office to donate. If there are any questions, contact Ryan Benedict.

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