GHMS is kicking off their fundraisers to raise money for Relay for Life, which will be April 22, 2005 at Ouachita Parish High School. Several fundraisers are scheduled for January - April for the students to participate and donate money for a great cause. Last year, GHMS exceeded their goal by raising $3,800.00!!! This year, we would like to exceed last year's total. You as a parent can help by purchasing an American Cancer Society moon in the main office for $1.00. These moons are an acknowledgement of someone you know who has battled and fought cancer or a remembrance of someone who has past away. You may also make a simple donation of $1.00 with your name. These will be placed for all of GHMS to see. Thank you for helping GHMS reach its goal. Your support is always appreciated!!

We want to congratulate one of our Good Hope Students, Hali Menzie, on playing a lead role in the West Monroe High play "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Former GHMS students, Kami Menzie and Dex Poindexter also are performing in the play. We are very proud of these talented students.

Congratulations to the following 63 Good Hope Band Students who auditioned and were selected to participate in the District One Band Director's Association Honor Band Clinic to be held Friday and Saturday, Jan. 28th & 29th at ULM. Good Hope has more students in the Honor Band than any other school in the district. Band directors are Ms. Amanda Terry and Mr. Dan Phillips.
Ashlee Allbritton, Zach Almarode, Devin Antley, Chris Autin, Adela Bailey, Luke Blakeney, Phillip Bonner, Caleb Bostick, Matthew Bourgeois, Lacy Brooks, Will Bryan, Julia Cameron, A.J. Chase, Jade Coleman, Colin Crawford, Dillon Davis, Lindsey Dean, Caitlin Dear, Dominique Ford, Brooke Futch, Laurie Graves, Margarito Gutierrez, Julian Harper, Renata Herrin, Cody Hollis, Sarah Jackson, Grant Jernigan, Zak Kelly, Jacob Knight, Portia Leonard, George Luther, Taylor McDaniel, Michelle Miller, Matthew Miller, Chase Minter, Aly Moncrief, Chris Morrison, Jonathan Mundwiller, Isaac Newman, Ali Nugent, Billy Paddie, Jayda Parks, Jordan Parks, Josh Pearce, Maegan Price, Michael Pruden, Destine Rimmer, Cody Schaff, Andrew Seanor, Michael Shell, Melissa Solomon, Caleb Stark, Robert Tassin, Ametria Terry, Zach Turner, Kyle Upshaw, Sean Walker, Matthew Scott Wall, Jessica Walters, Terrell Whitaker, Tiffany Yarbrough, Phillip Zeagler, Tyler Zimmer

Attention all sixth and seventh grade boys! Track and field tryouts will start on Jan. 25th after school. Start getting ready now, be prepared to workout, and be prepared for the cold.

Pep Squad - The red team will perform @ the game tomorrow night against Richwood. You must be in the stands by 6:00 and picked up @ 7:30.

Congratulations to the Talent Show Winners:

1st place: Taylor Nelson
2nd place: Joy Thomas & Alyssa Leader
3rd place: Caroline Milford, Kemper Block, & the Pillowheads

Colonel Choir will be selling popcorn balls for $1 during lunch tomorrow (Wednesday).

Softball players meet in Ms. Dillingham's room after school. Make sure someone will pick you up at 4:15.

Congratulations to the following students who have been recognized for Good Character under the character counts pillar of RESPONSIBILITY.
6th Grade: Michael Hunter & Mary Katherine Dean
7th Grade: Maegan Griggs
8th Grade: Breanne Slocum & Pereishia Key

GEOGRAPHY BEE RESULTS
Top 10 Finalists
Levi Elliot, Brian Hatten, Kaitlyn Mitchell, Brent Myers, Stevie Hoggard, Hannah Blakeney, Wayne Hendrix, Courtney Cousans, Justin Allen, Kyle Covington

3RD PLACE - BRIAN HATTEN
2ND PLACE - HANNAH BLAKENEY
1ST PLACE - WAYNE HENDRIX

8th Grade Lady Colonels Defeated Lee 56-11
Leading Scorers - Miranda Holt, 19 points, Jessica Lathan, 16 points, and Breanne Wilson, 14 points.
The 7th Grade Lady Colonels played a very competitive game, but lost at the buzzer 24 -22.
Keep up the Hard Work!!

7th Grade boys defeated Lee 21 - 10. It was a great team effort.
8th Grade boys lost 40 - 37 but played hard all game.

Also, come to Fant-Ewing Coliseum tonight @ 7:30 and watch Coach Brothers and others as they participate in the game against the Harlem Ambassadors. Use your coupons.

GO COLONELS!!!! BEAT LEE!!!!

Pep Squad - The Blue Team will perform tonight at the game. Please be in the stands by 6:00 and have your ride pick you up at 7:30p.m.

Reminder - Tomorrow is the Geography Bee for the Top 30 participants. Remember parents are welcome to attend. It will last from approximately 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.

The Good Hope Talent Show will be held this Thursday. Students, bring $1.00 to your homeroom teacher in order to attend.
All Talent Show participants must attend the after-school rehearsal Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00.

Today we begin our new Character Counts Pillar - RESPONSIBILITY
Responsibility means to do what you are supposed to do, to persevere, keep on trying, to use self-control and self discipline, to think before you act and to be accountable for your choices.

The Harlem Ambassador Basketball Show will be tomorrow Jan. 11th, at ULM Fant-Ewing Coliseum.
See Coach Brothers about tickets. Advance tickets - Students 12 and under $3.00 - Adults $5.00

SCHOOL BENEFIT
WESTSIDE CARWASH
2419 ARKANSAS ROAD

$1.00 OFF CARWASH COUPONS AVAILABLE IN THE MAIN OFFICE - COME BY AND PICK UP - COUPONS AVAILABLE TO FACULTY, STAFF, AND PARENTS THAT INTEND TO USE THEM

$1.00 OF EACH CARWASH PURCHASED WILL BE DONATED TO THE SCHOOL ON A QUARTERLY BASIS

- 100% TOUCHLESS AUTOMATIC CARWASH
- THE ONLY TOUCHLESS CARWASH TO GUARANTY SATISFACTION
- ATTENDED MON. - SAT. 10AM - 6PM WEATHER PERMITTING

THE SKY'S THE LIMIT, PARTICIPATION = PROCEEDS, SO COME PICK YOUR COUPON UP TODAY!!

PEOPLE TO PEOPLE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
President Dwight D. Eisenhower founded People to People during his administration, and eight U.S. presidents have since served as Honorary Chairman.
People to People Student Ambassadors travel overseas for 2-3 weeks during the summer to learn, share, and represent thier communities and schools.
From the Great Barrier Reef to South Africa's Cape, Student Ambassadors experience unparalleled opportunities for personal growth through an enriching program combining educational and cultural interaction. Student Ambassador delegations of 30-40 students are led by experienced educators during this dynamic and exciting program.
If you are interested in learning more about this program contact Mr. Killian in the main office.

Make plans to attend the Good Hope Talent Show which will be held next Thursday, January 13th. The 6th grade will attend during 1st period, 7th grade during 2nd period, and 8th grade during 3rd period. Admission will be $1.00 per student. There will also be an evening performance at 7:00 p.m. Admission for the evening performance will be $5.00 for adults and $3.00 per student. There will be lots of great singers and several teacher acts that you will not want to miss.

Relay For Life is a fun-filled overnight event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for research and programs of your American Cancer Society. During the event, teams of people gather at schools, fairgrounds, or parks and take turns walking or running laps. Each team tries to keep at least one team member on the track at all times.
Relay For Life reporsents the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be supported, and that one day, cancer will be eliminated. If you are interested in being on the Good Hope Middle School Relay for Life Team, please sign up in the work room by Wednesday, January 12.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

PEP SQUAD - Everyone needs to turn in Colonel Cards. These were due before Christmas break.

8th GRADE - LEAP TUTORING TODAY & TOMORROW.