GVS Christmas Concert

On Wednesday, December 11th we will be having our GVS Christmas Concert right here in the GVS gym. This year, a group of grade 5-8s will participate in a production called “Christmas Carol, Silent Night.” Following this, the program will continue with the grade 7-12 band and choir concert.

Afternoon Program
1:30-2:10 “Christmas Carol, Silent Night”
2:10-2:30 Intermission
2:30-3:15 GVS Bands and Senior Choir

Please note that for the afternoon performance, there is no parking in the front parking lot. (There will be pylons blocking the two entrances). Parking will be available on the street and at the EMB Church which is located between us and South Oaks School.

Evening Program
6:30-7:10 “Christmas Carol, Silent Night” play performed by Gr. 5-8 students
7:10-7:30 Intermission
7:30-8:15 GVS bands (grade 7-12) and senior choir (grades 9-12)

Everyone is welcome. The intermission will allow for time to enter or exit for those that are wishing to attend only the production or the concert.

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Search the Library Online!

You can now search for books or check your library information from anywhere! Destiny Discover is a library search engine, similar to Destiny Quest. You can follow the steps below to access it from home or from your classroom or from any device with wifi access: To search for books or check on your library info in the GVS library, go to https://destiny.hsd.ca . This will work from a cell phone, laptop, chromebook or iPad. It will also work from the… Read More

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Vape-Free Schools

Hanover School Division recognizes its responsibility to promote a healthy lifestyle and ensure a smoke, tobacco, and vape-free environment for the health and welfare of students, staff, and visitors. All schools in the Hanover School Division are vape-free. Vaping is not permitted in schools or on school property. Students caught vaping in the school or on school grounds are in violation of Manitoba law and are in breach of student conduct rules. Consequences of such actions may include but are… Read More

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Parent Teacher Meetings

Middle Year’s Report cards are available on the Parent Portal on Friday, November 22nd. Parent-Teacher meetings will be held on Tuesday, November 26th, 2019 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm.  Appointments can be made through the Parent Portal or by phoning GVS.

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Orange Shirt Day

On September 30th GVS participated in Orange Shirt Day.  It is a day to come together in the spirit of hope and reconciliation to honour former residential school students whose families and communities have been impacted by the schools.  Leading up to this day we had an assembly to discuss the meaning behind the day and throughout the day students participated in lessons that reflected on the experiences and the impact of the residential schools.  The date was chosen because… Read More

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Terry Fox Run

On Thursday, Sept. 26th, GVS will be participating in the Terry Fox Run.  Following the run, GVS Student Council will be hosting a BBQ.  The BBQ will take place during the regular lunch hour.  Cost of the BBQ lunch is:  Combo #1 – $5 for a hotdog, chips, and a drink; Combo #2 includes 2 hotdogs, chips, and a drink.  A portion of the cost from each lunch sold will be donated to the Terry Fox Foundation.  Students in grades… Read More

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FCC Drive Away Hunger Food Drive

In recognition of World Food Day on October 16th, our school has decided to once again participate in the Farm Credit Canada Drive Away Hunger program by collecting donations of food for people who are hungry in our area. This is our 9th year taking part in FCC’s Drive Away Hunger campaign. We are so thrilled to be partnering with Grunthal Caring Hands Food Bank to ensure that the food collected is distributed to families in our area. For several… Read More

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Pizza Day

Pizza Friday is not going away, but it will look a bit different this year with two major changes taking place. First off, students will no longer place their orders with their homeroom teachers but rather at the canteen as soon as they arrive at school. Secondly, cash or cheques will no longer be accepted on Pizza Day. All students, both middle years and senior years, can purchase vouchers for pizza and milk in advance and students will use these… Read More

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