GRHS Longhorn News - August 30, 2026

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George Ranch High School

The Longhorn News - August 30, 2026

Connect With Us!

Website: https://grhs.lcisd.org/

Location: 8181 FM 762 Road, Richmond, TX, USA

Phone: 832-223-4200

Facebook: http://facebook.com/WeAreGRHS

X: @WeAreGRHS

A Message From our Principal, Mrs. Yanta

Howdy, Longhorn Family!

It was another GReat week at The Ranch!

We kicked off our first themed dress-up day, “Sandy Toes & Game Day Pros,” and our staff and students brought the spirit! Congratulations to the English & World Languages Departments for taking the win among our staff, and to our Cheerleaders for being named the student winners!

We have officially completed our first three weeks of school, which means progress reports will be available on Tuesday. Students and parents, please make it a habit to check Skyward frequently and reach out for help when you need it. Staying informed and asking for support early are two important steps toward success!

Be sure to check out the upcoming dates in this week’s newsletter. We have two exciting events on the horizon:

Open House — September 8

Community Homecoming Pep Rally — September 30

The Community Homecoming Pep Rally is a new event for The Ranch, and we can't wait to bring our Longhorn community together! Be sure to check the flyers for more information.

Finally, a quick reminder about dress code expectations. We are still seeing too many students arriving at school with their midriff showing. Here’s an easy way to check: raise your hand like you are answering a question in class. If your midriff shows when your hand is raised, please choose a different top for school.

Have a GReat Sunday, Longhorn Nation, as we welcome the month of September!

One Herd. One Heartbeat.

1% Better Every Day.

Coming Up at The Ranch

Upcoming Dates & Events - see flyers for details

September 7 - Student & Staff Holiday
September 8 - GRHS Open House - 5pm - 7pm
September 11 - Pep Rally @5th period - Fall Sports
September 16 - UNDERCLASSMEN PHOTOS (9-11th) all day in Gym through English classes
September 18 - End of the 1st six weeks
September 21 - Start of 2nd six weeks
September 24 - Early Release @ 12:25pm
September 25 - Student & Staff Holiday
September 28 - October 2 - Homecoming Week
September 30 - 7pm - Homecoming Community Pep Rally @ GRHS Stadium
October 1 - Pep Rally @5th period - Homecoming
October 3 - 7pm - 11pm - Homecoming Dance
October 6 - PSAT @ school - 9th grade
October 7 - PSAT @ school - 11th grade
October 8 - PSAT @ school - 10th grade
October 9 - Student & Staff Holiday
October 12 - Student & Staff Holiday
October 13 - Progress Report SW 2 - Close Date
October 20 - UNDERCLASSMEN (9-11th) & STAFF PHOTO RETAKES
October 26 - 30 - Red Ribon Week
October 30 - Last day to register for an AP exam without paying a late fee
October 30 - Early Release @ 12:25pm
October 30 - End of the 2nd six weeks
November 2 - Start of the 3rd six weeks
November 19 - Pep Rally @ 5th period - Winter Sports
November 19 - Progress Report SW3 - Close Date
December 17 - End of the 3rd six weeks and end of Semester 1

Hot off the Press!

Current News & Things You Need to Know!

Seniors! Cap & Gown, Class Rings, and "Save the Date." See Flyers.
Beginning of the Year Forms Must Be Filled Out!
Save the Dates! Check out the flyers and add all the important dates to your calendar!

Seniors! Cap & Gown, Class Rings, and "Save the Date"

Please stay up to date with the information in the Class of 2027 section of this newsletter. A representative from Dilly will be on campus on September 9 for a senior presentation that will include information about ordering graduation caps and gowns, as well as optional merchandise such as class rings.

Please note that a cap and gown purchased through Dilly is required to participate in the LCISD graduation ceremony.

Also included this week is the “Save the Date” flyer for Seniors. Please be aware that the annual Car Parade has been cancelled due to declining attendance. The Car Parade began during COVID as a way to celebrate our seniors while following social-distancing guidelines. Over the past few years, attendance has declined significantly, so the decision was made to discontinue the event and replace it with another senior celebration.

This year, we are excited to replace the Car Parade with our Community Homecoming Pep Rally on September 30! We look forward to celebrating our seniors and bringing our entire Longhorn community together for this special event.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work together to maintain a strong campus culture and create meaningful experiences for our Longhorns!

Beginning-of-Year Forms Due Now!

Dear Parents/Guardians,

For the 2026-27 school year, all required Lamar Consolidated ISD beginning-of-year forms must be completed online through the Skyward Family Access Center. Online forms are available through the Family Access Center and all forms need to be submitted no later than Sept. 11th. Instructions, important dates, a username/password reset button, and technical assistance regarding the online forms can be found by clicking here. For those who need access to a computer or the Internet, computers will be available on campus Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. If you have any questions or need additional assistance, please contact the school front office.

Counselor's Corner

Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar Squad!

Our GRHS Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar are ready and available to support you. The best way to contact them is via email and they will be getting back with you within 24 business hours. Feel free to email them with any questions or concerns.

Please note: Ms. Arias, GR College & Career Facilitator, will return to GR the first week in October.

Please email student's alpha-split counselor with any college and/or career questions until then.

Counseling Team Information

College, Career, & Military

Athletics

Athletics - GRHS Website

GRHS Extracurricular

GRHS Extracurricular Info

Library News

Student Research

Library Newsletter

Ranch Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Tutorial Schedule

Bell Schedule

Dress Code

Personal Communications Devices

Volunteers in Public Schools

Student Parking

Instructional Calendar

Student Handbook

Student Code of Conduct

GRHS PTO

GRHS Testing Calendar & Info

GRHS - SAT Testing Center

Mental Health & Resources

832-223-HOPE (4673)

'Round the Ranch!

The Home Stretch - Class of 2027

Senior Yearbook Picture Dates!

ATTENTION CO27 GRADS, PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Legacy Studios will be taking Senior Portraits on the GR campus 7 times over the next few months for Senior Portraits! The Yearbook photo is free, and other sittings are available at different costs. Use this link to schedule your appointment: https://seniors.legacystudios.com/george-ranch-hs-richmond-tx/

Schedule Senior Yearbook Photo

The Herd Highlights

GRHS Student News

GRHS Student News is produced by our talented students and Mr. Terrando. Please note that the embedded video is a YouTube link that parents should be able to access but if on a LCISD network, the link will not work. Students view the Student News on Fridays during Advisory.

Longhorn Wins!

Recognize a Longhorn Staff Member

Our George Ranch High School Staffamily is committed to helping every student succeed, and we'd love your help recognizing those who go the extra mile.

Has a GRHS staff member made a positive impact on your student or family? Whether they've shown exceptional care, provided outstanding support, or gone above and beyond, we want to celebrate them!

Please use the link below to answer three quick questions and recognize a deserving Longhorn. Your words of appreciation help us celebrate the people who make George Ranch a championship campus—one student, one family, and one act of excellence at a time.

GRHS Staff Excellence Nomination

We are Here to Help!

GRHS Front Office: 832-223-4200

GRHS Admininstrative Team Support

Our Admin Team is ready and willing to support! We are available (via email) during business hours and will promptly get back with you within 24 business hours for assistance.

Please feel free to reach out to your student's assistant principal or counselor (alpha split by last name) for student specific concerns or assistance.

Mrs. Carrie Yanta: Principal, cyanta@lcisd.org

Mrs. Cecilia Alvarado: Administrative Assistant to Mrs. Yanta, cecilia.alvarado@lcisd.org

Mr. Michael Holmquist: Associate Principal, michael.holmquist@lcisd.org

Mrs. Bonnie Mendez: Administrative Assistant to Mr. Holmquist, bmendez@lcisd.org

Assistant Principals: Students are assigned an assistant principal by the student's last name.

A - D: Travis Gann, tgann@lcisd.org

E - K: Babafemi Ojo, babafemi.ojo@lcisd.org

L - RA: Jessie Eilenstine, jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org

RE - Z: Marqueshah Coy, mcoy@lcisd.org

Counselors: Students are assigned a counselor by the student's last name.

A - B: Kimberly Ethridge, kimberly.ethridge@lcisd.org

C - GRE: Stacey Richards, stacey.richards@lcisd.org

GRI - MEA: Mallory Ambrose, mallory.ambrose@lcisd.org

MED - SA: Jennifer Pavlu, jennifer.pavlu@lcisd.org

SC - Z: Ashley Hunt, ashley.hunt@lcisd.org

504 & Advanced Placement: Carin Reeves, creeves@lcisd.org

Dual Credit: Kimberly Ethridge, kimberly.ethridge@lcisd.org

College & Career Facilitator: Francheska Arias, francheska.arias@lcisd.org

Registrar: Marci Macha, mamacha@lcisd.org

Athletics

Mrs. Alicia Dutch: Head Campus Athletic Coordinator, adutch@lcisd.org

Mr. Jomaul Mason: Assistant Campus Athletic Coordinator & Head Football Coach, jomaul.mason@lcisd.org