We are thrilled to honor Mr. Balgtas as the Educator of the Year by the Phi Alpha Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.!
“I would like to dedicate this honor to the entire GHS community—especially my students, both former and present—who inspire me every single day to do my job with passion and excellence. Their curiosity, resilience, and drive are what make this work so meaningful.” – Mr. Balgtas
Thank you, Mr. Balgtas, for your dedication, inspiration, and unwavering commitment to our students. 💙💛
#GHSFamily #EducatorOfTheYear #PrideOfGHS #OmegaPsiPhi
Goldsboro High School’s JROTC Marksmanship A and B Teams brought home 1st Place on Saturday, November 22nd!
A-Team Participants:
Kweli Davis-Ellis, Uzziah Boyd, Melany Perez, and Nyciere Smith
B-Team Participants:
Miya Simmons, Andre Johnson, Kezaria Davis, and Keone Davis
This was their first in-person competition against other schools—and they won it all! 🙌
They also received 4 turkeys generously donated by Food Lion in Snow Hill. 🦃
We are super proud of all of you! 💛💙 #GHS #JROTC #CougarPride #ExcellenceInAction
Tuesday, Nov. 24
🏀 Lady Cougars Basketball – Away @ SWHS
🤼 Wrestling – Away @ North Lenoir
Wednesday, Nov. 26 – Friday, Nov. 28
🍂 No School for Students – Thanksgiving Break
Friday, Nov. 28
🏀 Lady Cougars Basketball – SE Regional Thanksgiving Invitational
Saturday, Nov. 29
🏀 Men’s Basketball – Away @ WCDS
Let’s support our Cougars! 💛🖤
Goldsboro High School students will be out of school Wednesday, Nov. 26, through Friday, Nov. 28, for Thanksgiving Break. Enjoy the time with friends and family! Be safe, and we look forward to seeing everyone back on campus on Monday, December 1st.
https://www.waynecountyschools.org/o/goldsborohigh/events
Progress Reports are going home with all students!
Please take a moment to review them with your high schooler and discuss their progress.
Thank you for partnering with us for their success! 💛📚
Congratulations to Ms. Velasco, who has been honored with the first-ever NCSTA 30+ Years of Science Teaching Award! 🧪🌟
Having previously received the association’s highest award, this new recognition was instituted just for her—a true testament to her dedication, passion, and impact in science education.
Goldsboro High School and Wayne County Public Schools are proud of you, Ms. Velasco! 👏💙
#GHSPride #WayneCountySchools #ScienceEducation #TeachingExcellence #NCSTA
🎉 Goldsboro High School JROTC Drill Team Spotlight!
We are so proud of our incredible students:
🏅 Ta’Niya Boney – 1st Place Commander
🏅 Ma’Siya Boney – 1st Place Knockout
🏅 Regional Reid – 1st Place Knockout
Your hard work, dedication, and discipline make us proud every day!
Follow The Real Cougar Battalion for more updates: goldsborojrotc.wixsite.com/website
#GHSJROTC #GoldsboroPride #DrillTeamExcellence #StudentSuccess
Athletics: 💛 Come out and support our students this week!
Wed, Nov. 19 – Wrestling (Away) at Rosewood – 5:30 PM
Fri, Nov. 21 – Basketball (Away) at CBA – 6:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 22 – Lady Wrestling (Away) at West Craven – 8:00 AM
Academics:
NC Check-In Exams: Math 1 & Math 3, English 2, Biology 2 (Genetics)
🎉 Celebration:
National Substitute Appreciation Week – thank you to all our amazing subs who help our students shine!
🗓 Looking Ahead at Goldsboro High School!
Mark your calendars! 🦃
Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, Nov. 26th – Friday, Nov. 28th
🎉 Congratulations, Cougar Battalion! 🎉
Goldsboro High School is proud to celebrate our JROTC Drill Team for their outstanding performance this Saturday!
Our cadets brought home 1st place in Unarmed Squad — earning a perfect score of 170 out of 170! 💯🔥The Cougar Battalion Drill Team’s tradition of excellence continues to shine through hard work, discipline, and teamwork. We are incredibly proud of you! Hooah! 🐾💛💙
Follow The Real Cougar Battalion for more updates: https://www.instagram.com/therealcougarbattalion/
#CougarPride #GHSJROTC #ExcellenceInAction #Hooah
Goldsboro High School will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day.
Let’s take this time to honor and thank all who have served our country. ❤️🤍💙
#VeteransDay #GoldsboroHigh #ThankYouVeterans
From -6.69 ➡️ -5.10 ➡️ now 0.88 — meeting expected growth! 📈🔥
This is historic progress made while Principal Mario Re has been leading the way!
Proud of our students, teachers, and Cougar family for putting in the work and showing what GHS can do! 💯🐾
🎓 GHS ASVAB SIGN-UP! 💼⭐
Thinking about college, work-based learning, or the military? Take the ASVAB and explore your career options!
📅 Test Date: November 19, 2025 – 9:00 AM
📍 Location: GHS Testing Room (Near Media Center)
👥 Who Can Sign Up: Students in grades 10–12, at least 16 years old
📝 Sign up by: November 17, 2025
🔗 Register here: http://bit.ly/GHSASVABSIGNUP
💻 How to Sign Up:
Check your email, visit the GHS website, or scan the QR code on our flyer.
Have questions? Contact 1SG Gray at lemuelgray@wcps.org
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#GHS #ASVAB #CareerExploration #CollegeAndCareerReady #MilitaryCareers
Goldsboro High School’s CTE class, led by Mr. Croom, had an incredible day of hands-on learning! Students gained valuable insight into the dangers officers face during traffic stops and how to handle situations involving potentially armed subjects — lessons in safety, awareness, and respect for law enforcement.
The class also explored the world of firefighting, learning what it takes to protect and serve our community in emergencies. A huge thank you to Assistant Chief Cobb and Captain Sutton for taking the time to share their expertise and experiences with our students! 🔥💪
#GoldsboroHigh #CTE #CareerReady #CommunityPartners #HandsOnLearning #FutureLeaders
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location: The Commons (next to the school cafeteria)
Help save lives—donate blood! Every donation can make a difference.
👉 Sign up today:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time?zipSponsor=27530&driveType=all
1st cuts are posted!
🚍 Attention GHS Families! 📱
We’re excited to announce that Goldsboro High School is now using the Here Comes The Bus app!
This convenient app lets you:
✅ Track your student’s bus in real-time
✅ Receive alerts when the bus is near
✅ Know your student’s pickup and drop-off times
🚌 Getting Started:
1️⃣ Download the Here Comes The Bus app from your app store.
2️⃣ Use our District Code: 30332 to log in.
3️⃣ Find full setup directions here 👉 https://bit.ly/GHSherecomesthebus
Stay informed and connected with your student’s transportation—because every minute counts! 💛💙
#GHS #CougarPride #HereComesTheBus #WayneCountySchools
📅 This Week at Goldsboro High School! 💙💛
🎓 Monday, Oct. 27
• Senior Portraits – Smile, Seniors! 📸
• Soccer Senior Night – Home vs. Spring Creek ⚽ Come cheer on our Cougars!
📸 Tuesday, Oct. 28
• Picture Day!
Order online at mylifetouch.com using ID EVTV3GPCV before midnight for FREE shipping!
Students may also bring their flyer with cash or a check on Picture Day.
• Senior Meeting with Herff Jones (1st Block) – Important graduation info! 🎓
⚽ Wednesday, Oct. 29
• Soccer Away at Midway – Let’s go Cougars! 💪
🏈 Thursday, Oct 30th
• Home Football Senior Night vs. Midway – Let’s pack the stands! 💙💛 Buy Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/NC916
Friday, Oct. 31
• Honor Roll Celebration – Congrats to our hardworking students! 🌟
Let’s make it a great week, Cougars! 🐾
Last Wednesday, our Goldsboro High School Girls’ Cross Country Team dominated the competition — bringing home the SVAC Conference Championship! 🙌
👏 Huge congratulations to our Top 10 finishers:
🥇 Yartiza Delgado – 1st place
🥈 Leah Lawhorne – 2nd place
🥉 Jessica Zelaya – 3rd place
🏅 Reilly Novchich – 10th place
(First two pictures)
Then today, our ladies kept the momentum going — finishing 4th in the 3A East Regional and earning a spot at the 3A State Championship in Kernersville, NC on October 31st! 🎽🔥
A special shoutout to Yartiza Delgado, who placed 5th overall in the regional! 💪
(Second two pictures)
We are beyond proud of these hardworking athletes and their coaches. Way to represent, Cougars! 🐾💛💙
#CougarPride #GoldsboroHigh #CrossCountry #StateBound #HardWorkPaysOff
