We’re proud to share that Greenwood student Maren Altrup had an outstanding experience competing at Geography Bee Nationals this week in Orlando!
Competing in the 6th Grade Division, Maren participated in four national geography events and represented Greenwood incredibly well:
• National Geography Photo Quiz — 21st
• National American Geography Exam — 28th
• National World Geography Exam — 33rd
• U.S. Geography Bee — Tied for 46th
Congratulations to Maren on an impressive week of competition and learning. We are excited to see what she accomplishes next year!
Competing in the 6th Grade Division, Maren participated in four national geography events and represented Greenwood incredibly well:
• National Geography Photo Quiz — 21st
• National American Geography Exam — 28th
• National World Geography Exam — 33rd
• U.S. Geography Bee — Tied for 46th
Congratulations to Maren on an impressive week of competition and learning. We are excited to see what she accomplishes next year!
Great job to our coaches and Boys Golf at State! Linken Pinegar got 18th and Luke Seagrave got 22nd and they were 3rd and 4th top freshman! Way to represent!
GREAT JOB BOYS TENNIS AT STATE!
Archer Anbari and Alex Holden got fourth!
Han Seo got second!
Archer Anbari and Alex Holden got fourth!
Han Seo got second!
Good luck to Andrew Davis at Sectional Track tomorrow!!! Go Andrew!
Good luck at STATE Boys Tennis! Go Han, Archer, and Alex!
Greenwood Speech and Debate attended the National Individual Events Tournament of Champions (NIETOC) tournament last weekend in Shakopee, Minnesota. The students qualified for the competition based on outstanding performances at several tournaments during our regular season. The tournament featured competitors from over 200 top schools across the country. Greenwood placed 15th overall in our division at the national level!
We also had several incredible individual accomplishments:
Laila Ozturk – Top 30 in International Extemp, Top 60 in Informative Speaking
Tristan Khoshyomn – Top 30 in International Extemp
Gyan Grewal – Top 48 in International Extemp
Connor Manzardo – Top 60 in US Extemp
Ilyaan Khan – Top 60 in US Extemp
Salma Kaina – Top 30 in Poetry
Mohan Grewal and Taaha Khan also represented Greenwood against fierce competition in Original Oratory, Prose, and Impromptu Speaking. We were also excited that two Greenwood Debate alums, Mary Gabriel and Minal Khan were able came back to judge, coach, and support the team during the weekend.
Next up we will be traveling to the NCFL Grand National Tournament in Washington, D.C. on Memorial Day weekend.
So proud of these Blue Jays!
We also had several incredible individual accomplishments:
Laila Ozturk – Top 30 in International Extemp, Top 60 in Informative Speaking
Tristan Khoshyomn – Top 30 in International Extemp
Gyan Grewal – Top 48 in International Extemp
Connor Manzardo – Top 60 in US Extemp
Ilyaan Khan – Top 60 in US Extemp
Salma Kaina – Top 30 in Poetry
Mohan Grewal and Taaha Khan also represented Greenwood against fierce competition in Original Oratory, Prose, and Impromptu Speaking. We were also excited that two Greenwood Debate alums, Mary Gabriel and Minal Khan were able came back to judge, coach, and support the team during the weekend.
Next up we will be traveling to the NCFL Grand National Tournament in Washington, D.C. on Memorial Day weekend.
So proud of these Blue Jays!
First Grade Helpful Hedgehogs finished science by creating Crystal Hedgehogs.
Dr. McKay and Lucy, third grader, shared earlier about how crystals are formed when they presented to our class.
This was a fun activity to end first grade science lab.
Dr. McKay and Lucy, third grader, shared earlier about how crystals are formed when they presented to our class.
This was a fun activity to end first grade science lab.
First Grade students created simple machines using an electric toothbrush, pool noodle, rubber bands, and markers. The students had to figure out how to use the supplies to create a work of art. The effect is like a spirograph. Fun in First💙
Our Elementary Teachers ROCK! We appreciate them so much! Thank you Ashley Ferguson, Dr. Melinda Hammerschmidt, Abby Lowe, Malynne Atkinson, Marilyn Broaddus, and Sarah Logan!
Congratulations Boys Tennis! District Runner-Up!
Thank you for all you all do!
Way to go Spanish I students!
As we turn the page on 2025-2026 we get a glimpse of the Class of 2027!
First Grade Helpful Hedgehogs finished science by creating Crystal Hedgehogs.
Dr. McKay and Lucy, third grader, shared earlier about how crystals are formed when they presented to our class.
This was a fun activity to end first grade science lab.
Dr. McKay and Lucy, third grader, shared earlier about how crystals are formed when they presented to our class.
This was a fun activity to end first grade science lab.
Register for Elementary and Middle School Swim Camp for over the summer!
Emmett McGee is the Helpful Hedgehog of the week May 4-7, 2026. Emmett brought his band and his parent’s, Ian and Beth, to celebrate! Thank you Emmett, mom, and dad!
Ellison Marrocco was the First Grade Helpful Hedgehog of the week April 27th -May 1st.
She brought her sister Lilly, her mother Chelsea and her father Dr. Michael Marrocco to celebrate. Thank you Ellison, Chelsea, and Dr. Marrocco!
She brought her sister Lilly, her mother Chelsea and her father Dr. Michael Marrocco to celebrate. Thank you Ellison, Chelsea, and Dr. Marrocco!
Girls on the Run (GOTR) did some amazing and impressive stuff this year! Between running a 5k and raising money for a hospital, these girls and their coaches should be celebrated for their achievements!!
The Greenwood Middle School Speech and Debate team competed at the Republic tournament on Saturday, May 2nd. The students combined performances earned Greenwood the 3rd place Overall School Sweepstakes Award!
Individual award highlights included:
Allison Rothwell – 2nd place in Extemporaneous Speaking, 4th Place in Informative Speaking, 11th place in Public Forum Debate
Samantha Ward – 7th place in Extemporaneous Speaking, 11th place in Public Forum Debate
Maren Altrup – 9th place in Public Forum Debate
Nina Sheny Alex – 9th Place in Public Forum Debate
Ian Lee – top 15 in Original Oratory
Asher Glenn – top 20 in Informative Speaking
Dylan Zheng – top 20 in Informative Speaking
We are so proud of all of the participating students who contributed points to the overall school award: Nolan Bailey, Colin Williams, Binisha Pohkrel, Bennett Kester, Affaan Mian, Katherine Causa, Vaneet Kaur, Ansh Thakkar, and Tinsae Reeb.
This was Greenwood’s first competitive season of middle school debate, and the future is definitely bright! We can’t wait until next year!
Individual award highlights included:
Allison Rothwell – 2nd place in Extemporaneous Speaking, 4th Place in Informative Speaking, 11th place in Public Forum Debate
Samantha Ward – 7th place in Extemporaneous Speaking, 11th place in Public Forum Debate
Maren Altrup – 9th place in Public Forum Debate
Nina Sheny Alex – 9th Place in Public Forum Debate
Ian Lee – top 15 in Original Oratory
Asher Glenn – top 20 in Informative Speaking
Dylan Zheng – top 20 in Informative Speaking
We are so proud of all of the participating students who contributed points to the overall school award: Nolan Bailey, Colin Williams, Binisha Pohkrel, Bennett Kester, Affaan Mian, Katherine Causa, Vaneet Kaur, Ansh Thakkar, and Tinsae Reeb.
This was Greenwood’s first competitive season of middle school debate, and the future is definitely bright! We can’t wait until next year!
Recess Queen
Millie's parents bought the Recess Queen auction item at the Blue Jay Bash in the fall. First graders enjoyed an extra afternoon recess thanks to Millie. Thank you GPA for supporting so many wonderful opportunities for students, parents, and teachers. Dr. and Mrs. Rapheal. thank you for purchasing the auction item and supporting a fun experience for first graders!
Millie's parents bought the Recess Queen auction item at the Blue Jay Bash in the fall. First graders enjoyed an extra afternoon recess thanks to Millie. Thank you GPA for supporting so many wonderful opportunities for students, parents, and teachers. Dr. and Mrs. Rapheal. thank you for purchasing the auction item and supporting a fun experience for first graders!
