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Mission: The mission of NHS is to honor students who have excelled in scholarship, leadership, service and character.
Purpose: National Honor Society at Gwinnett Online Campus is an honorary organization for students who have outstanding academic achievement and who have been chosen as exceptional representatives in the areas of leadership, service, and character by a selection committee. According to the national organization's goals, NHS hopes "to recognize and encourage academic achievement while developing other characteristics essential to citizens in a democracy."
Description: National Honor Society (NHS) membership has been the true mark of student achievement for over 100 years, but it goes far beyond a report card. By empowering, championing, and recognizing well-rounded students, NHS provides students with a values-based framework to elevate a culture of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Membership is available to 4-12 students who meet the academic requirements and are then selected based upon careful consideration of applications that display exceptional merit in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Once selected for membership, students must maintain a commitment to these areas as well as continued academic success.
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Mission: The Georgia Association of Student Councils (GASC) is an organization dedicated to the development of student councils throughout Georgia. GASC provides opportunities for advisors and students to receive training while networking with one another, fostering ideas to serve schools and communities. Through GASC's annual events, councils learn and grow together by sharing these opportunities, fulfilling GASC's mission.
Purpose: To grow student leaders in grades 6-12 through leadership development, service, networking, and democratic practices.
Description: Gwinnett Online Campus Student Leaders in grades 6-12 will apply to represent GOC at Georgia Student Council events throughout the year.
These events will allow our student leaders to grow their leadership voice.
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Mission: To build school culture, community, and connectedness
Purpose: To increase student engagement for all students at Gwinnett Online Campus while growing leadership skills in student leaders
Description: Student Leadership meets in person at GOC Fridays for students in grades 3-12 to work on leadership development. In addition to GOC Fridays, leaders meet virtually and at monthly in-person meetings on Tuesday afternoons. Executive Board and Board members will have additional meeting times. We host the Back to School Bash, Fall Festival, Winter Social, Gaming Tournament, and the Spring Dances as well as a variety of other activities and events throughout the year that work to increase student engagement. We work in coordination with all the other leadership groups on campus. At GOC Fridays, we will focus on developing leadership skills for students so that students can partner with us to make positive changes here at GOC and in our community. In addition we have a K-12 Leadership Summit in the Fall and in the spring we have Mini-Leadership Summits for grades 6-8 and 9-12.
Teacher and Counselor Leaders will help us to build leadership skills. The following individuals work with our students to grow the leader in them:
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Hope Campbell, Rachel Capaldi, Tony Maddox, and Kate Wheeler
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Gwinnett County Public Schools empower student leadership through the Gwinnett Student Leadership Team (GSLT) initiative. Composed of nine carefully selected students – three sophomores, three juniors, and three seniors – GSLT teams are formed following a rigorous application and interview process at the beginning of the sophomore year. These high-potential students embark on a comprehensive leadership development program designed to build the skills and attributes necessary for effective leadership within their school.
The GSLT program promotes a mission centered on cultivating student leaders who actively contribute to shaping a positive school culture and driving academic performance. GSLT members serve as conduits of leadership principles, bringing valuable insights and learnings back to the broader student body, thereby promoting a collaborative environment conducive to leadership development across the school community.
Aligned with the district's commitment to world-class education, GSLT strives to achieve the following objectives:
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Cultivate a leadership mindset within students, fostering a growth-oriented approach to personal and professional development.
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Develop a cohort of student leaders equipped to implement leadership skills effectively within their schools and communities through peer-to-peer facilitation.
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Establish a sustainable legacy of leadership within Gwinnett County Public Schools, promoting active student engagement and creating a school culture of excellence.
Each year at the end of May, campus leaders in grades 8-12 have the opportunity to join our GSLT members at the Annual GSLT Summit at Peachtree Ridge High School. Reach out to one of the above adult leaders for more information.
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Purpose: To encourage students to develop enthusiasm for and expertise in their writing, to provide a context to celebrate their writing successes, and to recognize student achievement in arts and academics.
Description: The Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition is open to all students enrolled in the Georgia Public School system in Kindergarten - 12th grade. The local school competition takes place each Fall, and the winner for each grade level is submitted to the county-level competition.
For the school-level competition, any Full-Time GOC student may submit their original, individually written piece(s) for consideration. The submission form is shared each year once the competition has begun. All students with an interest in writing and storytelling are encouraged to participate!
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Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problem-solving program that engages students in their learning by allowing their knowledge and ideas to come to life in an exciting, productive environment. Participants build self-confidence, develop life skills, create new friendships, and are able to recognize and explore their true potential. OotM proves that students can have fun while they learn.
We will meet at the start of the school year for an info session and to gauge interest. Each team must have at least one parent coach. If we garner enough interest for a team, we will form teams and register for the year and for competitions. We also work in conjunction with Momentum Arts and work to collaborate with them to form cooperative teams.
Divisions for Odyssey of the Mind
Primary—Grades K to 2
Division 1—Grades 3 to 5
Division 2—Grades 6 to 8
Division 3—Grades 9 to 12
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International Thespian Society, the student honorary division of the Educational Theatre Association, is an extracurricular open to students in grades 6-12. Students become members of ITS by earning points for their service and experience in the area of theatre. High school students are eligible to serve as officers in the organization and attend Georgia Thespian Conference, the annual statewide conference for theatre students. Middle school students are inducted into ITS as Junior Thespians and may also serve as troupe leaders. Junior Thespians are eligible to attend the Junior Thespian Conference and GCPS' annual theatre conference, DramaRama. Throughout the year, ITS members organize and participate in various theatre activities at GOC and in the community. Students may reach out to the President of ITS—Charles "Jaxson" Merritt for more information and anyone can reach out to Mrs. Campbell using the link above for more information.
Gwinnett Online Campus Theatre Company
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The Gwinnett Online Campus Theatre Company is an active and award-winning theatre company. Students in grades K-12 are invited to participate in the GOC Talent Show. Students in grades 6-12 are invited to participate in the Spring Musical and Drama Rama as well as the Talent Show. Students in grades 9-12 are invited to participate in the GOC Talent Show, Thespys, Thescon, Spring Musical and more. Not only are we seeking talented performers for each of these events, but we are also looking for students to assist with the technical aspects of theatre, such as lights, sound, costumes, set design, and stage management. The GOC Theatre Company works in coordination with the International Thespian Society to host Drama Club on GOC Fridays, open to students in grades 612. Audition notices and rehearsal/performance schedules will be included in the #GOCOWLS newsletter as each event approaches. Please make sure to attend our Kickoff Meeting at the beginning of the school year to find out more about all we offer to our students.
We work in coordination with Momentum Arts to provide a rich theatre arts experience for our students at GOC.
GOC Makerspace Club
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John Foshee and CTE Team
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Calling all future coders, inventors, and creative geniuses!
Get ready to unleash your inner creator and join the Makerspace Club!
This fantastic club is your chance to turn AWESOME ideas into REALITY!
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We'll have a blast tinkering with 3D printers, designing cool stuff on computers, and bringing those designs to life at our super-fun Makerspace tables.
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Open to ALL grades, K-12! No experience needed, just a curious mind and a love for creating!
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Get ready to build Lego robots, design games, or invent something totally NEW! ️
Ready to join the maker movement?
Please Contact Mr. John Foshee for Club Meeting Times
Model United Nations
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First established in 1947, Model United Nations is an educational simulation of the United Nations in which students can learn about diplomacy, international relations, and the United Nations system. Participants learn to read, write, speak, research, and negotiate like a diplomat. Teams are assigned countries that they represent at Model United Nations conferences, where each team represents a different country. The GOC Model UN team will work towards competing at statewide conferences.
Salute to Service Club
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Mission: To bring joy to the GOC community by connecting K-5 students, community members, and veterans through songs, dance, skits, books, writing & art.
Purpose: To connect students with positive experiences and gratitude for our country, and to provide an understanding of the sacrifices our service members and their families have made through age-appropriate lessons.
Description: Students in Grades K-5 are invited to participate in performances throughout the year to showcase the patriotic songs, dances, skits and original artwork that the students create in the meetings each month. The Salute to Service Activity Group will meet on GOC Fridays and some days digitally to prepare for the program honoring veterans of the community. Members will also write letters and draw pictures to honor veterans and active service members for Veterans Day, and Valentine’s Day.
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Mission: To improve communication with our students and their families while also growing skills for our students related to digital production
Purpose: To provide engaging news segments for our students and their families on upcoming events and activities as well as school related news.
Description: Students in grades 3-12 will film on location and on campus in the Digital Production Studio with Mr. Gronsbell during GOC Fridays to create engaging news segments that will enhance school communication with our students and their families.
GOC Gaming Group
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Mission: Our mission is to foster an inclusive community of play at GOC through casual and competitive gaming.
Purpose: Create a safe, age-appropriate environment for students to connect with peers and learn through gameplay.
Description: GOC Gaming Group is a school-based board game and video game club that meets to build bonds and make connections through casual, collaborative, and competitive gaming. We strive to build social skills and promote good "Netiquette" when interacting with peers in offline and online settings.
The GOC Gaming group is responsible for hosting and facilitating school-based, in-person, and virtual gaming sessions and tournaments to promote socialization and cooperation amongst students.
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Are you interested in how mixing different materials together can create cool chemical reactions? Do you like Snap Circuits, or do you think magnets are useful? Have you ever wondered how the forces of nature, like wind and gravity, work? If any of this sounds interesting to you, consider checking out The Positive Energy Club! We are a STEM based club, where everyone can participate in fun teacher-led STEM shows!
We meet on GOC Fridays:
- Grades 3-5: during Rich Experience
- Grades 6-8: during Club time
- Grades 9-12: during Club time
Come experiment with us!
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Welcome to Club Calm, a sanctuary for students and faculty to explore mindfulness and relaxation practices. In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of calm is more important than ever. Club Calm offers activities designed to promote mental well-being, physical health, and emotional balance. From guided relaxation sessions and mindful breathing exercises to yoga classes, we provide tools to help you manage stress, enhance focus, and cultivate inner peace.
By participating in Club Calm, you can improve your academic performance, boost your athletic abilities, and become a more thoughtful and self-aware individual. Our practices are inclusive and adaptable, ensuring that everyone can benefit. It is important to note that Club Calm has no association with any religion or religious references of any kind. All activities are purely science-based with no intention or inference of religious beliefs. Join us to discover how mindfulness can unlock your full potential and help you navigate life's challenges with resilience. Whether you're new or experienced, Club Calm is a welcoming space for all.
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Rachel Capaldi and Hope Campbell
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- High School (Grades 9–12): Students can apply to enroll in the Peer Leadership course, a dynamic, credit-bearing program that trains students to serve as positive role models, mentors, and ambassadors. High school Peer Leaders actively support school events, mentor younger students, promote school spirit, and strengthen their leadership skills through hands-on involvement. Please contact Rachel Capaldi with questions.
- Middle School (Grades 6–8): Students can apply to join the Middle School Peer Leadership Program, where selected leaders help foster inclusion, encourage positive behavior, support peers, and build teamwork across the school. Please contact Dr. Teshia Dula with questions.
- Elementary (Grades 4–5): Younger students can take part in the county peer leadership conference, introducing them to the core principles of leadership and community-building. Please contact Barbara Santiago-Fecht with questions.
Together, the Peer Leadership Program empowers students at every grade level to contribute to a stronger, more connected school community.
GOC Fridays
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Students interested in any of our GOC clubs as well as other activities should plan to attend GOC Fridays. Check the #GOCOWLS for more information.