A reminder that tomorrow (Dec. 19th) is a 2:20 dismissal. Thank you for picking your children up on time!! We will then be on Christmas Break until Jan. 4th. Thanks!
Mr. Kean
This afternoon, the family of the late Colin Kristensen joined his friends, classmates and staff to dedicate a fully stocked tool box to the FFA for use in Ag Mechanic classes. Proceeds from Colin's memorial with the assistance of our local ACE Hardware provided the gift. Our gratitude to the Kristensen's; Colin remains in our hearts and with this gift, his legacy will long be felt at GCMS.
We now have video of Tuesday's Elementary Christmas Concert available on our YouTube channel! You can find video of all our Winter Concerts at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnsSeC3bBFW1b4bFLieTxyyjRBovUWkMg&si=9JJ58gMyHT5Px300
GCMS Elementary is looking for a Paraprofessional. Apply online at https://bit.ly/486y3x0 and join our team!
GCMS Middle School will have dress up days for our final 2 days of school before break. Monday will be Ugly Sweater Day and Tuesday is Holiday Cheer Head to Toe!
GCMS Elementary Yearbooks are on sale for $15 through December 29, and $17 through the end of February. There are copies of the order form in the ES office or you can order online at https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks
Congratulations to one of our own! Coach Ryan Tompkins (GCMS ‘94) reached his 300th victory as a varsity coach tonight, all of them at GCMS. He’s one of the finest role models we can ask for our student athletes. We’re #FalconProud of you, Coach; here’s to many more W’s!
The doors to the high school will open at 5:30 tonight for the Elementary Christmas Program. Thanks!
Mr. Kean
This is a reminder that we have our Elementary School Christmas Program tonight at the high school. Pre K - 2nd will begin at 6:00 pm and 3rd-5th will begin at 7:00 pm. Please note that if your child is gone from school because they are sick, they should not be at the program. Thanks!
Mr. Kean
Congratulations to Eric Tjarks (GCMS '94); he has been chosen for the Ray Elliot award by the IL HS Football Coaches Association for his service as chairman of the annual IL High School Shrine Game. If you know Eric, you know his heart is always with the Shriner's. He works hard to represent them (and GCMS) well! Eric makes us #FalconProud!
If you missed yesterday's perforances, videos of all of our 2023 Winter Concerts can now be found on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnsSeC3bBFW1b4bFLieTxyyjRBovUWkMg&si=IzGnurbDJuc6jq1j
We are so proud to share that our fundraising efforts for FARA netted over $10,000! Our boys' and girls' basketball teams, cheer, football team and Red Army did such great work! Emily Young stopped by to pick up the check. They sure make us #FalconProud!
There have been some exciting and fun things taking place at the middle school this week! Students in Mr. Dinkins' problem solving class tested their mousetrap cars and students in Ms. Broaddus' fine arts class performed their skits. Both classes did a great job! We were also presented with a Certificate of Recognition from the State of Illinois House of Representatives to celebrate our exemplary status on the state report card. We have a lot to be proud of!
Parents, At this point the FAFSA is still supposed to be made available by December 31st, but we wanted to let you know that Parkland College is hosting two FAFSA completion nights in January (4th and 29th at 6pm in room B119). This is a great resource if you need any support with completing the FAFSA, as they will have staff on hand to assist you. There are certain things that need to be completed prior to the events, so please be sure to read the post at the link below for more information. Contact Mr. Carter at the high school if you have any questions (carter.josh@gcmsk12.org).
https://www.parkland.edu/Main/About-Parkland/Department-Office-Directory/Financial-Aid-and-Veteran-Services/FAFSA-Simplification
GCMS has 2 openings for 2nd shift custodians. Starting pay is $19.00/hr plus benefits. Learn more and apply online at https://www.gcmsk12.org/page/job-opportunities
GCMS High School is proud to share that four of our seniors were named Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. The State Scholar Program recognizes students attending approved high schools for outstanding academic achievement and scoring in the 95th percentile or above on the SAT/ACT. Congratulations to Molly Killian, CC Francis, Lily Lahr, and Brynn Boundy.
Summer may be a ways off but we wanted to share the dates for our upcoming sports camps for Summer 2024! You can also find these on our District Public Calendar:
May 28-June 3 - Boys Basketball Camp-Entering Grades 2-8
June 3-6 - Girls Basketball Camp-Entering Grades 2-8
July 1-3 - Soccer Camp-Entering Grades 2-8
July 8-12 - Tennis Camp-Entering Grades 4-8
July 8-12 Football Camp-Entering Grades 1-12
July 8-10 - Volleyball Camp-Entering Grades 4-12
July 15-19 - Tennis Camp-High School Camp 9-12
More information on all our camps will be coming this spring.
GCMS Middle School Families,
Please be aware that the GCMS Solar Project will be moving to the Middle School in the next two weeks. This should not disrupt the daily operations but we will have a dumpster in the East parking lot and equipment will be used routinely during the day to lift materials to the roof. Please use extra caution when navigating the school parking lots with these items being present. The staff are making minor adjustments to daily practices to ensure safety for everyone involved. Should you have any questions please reach out to Mr. Darnell or Mr. Nash.
Sincerely,
Mr. Darnell
With the colder weather, we have more students being dropped off and that is causing a backup on the East side (Lott Blvd). To help with this, please do not get out of the car with your children, have them ready to get out when you get here, and do not wait until you are at the very front of the line to let them out. With no cars parked on that side this year, kids should be able to get out if they are in the first 4 or 5 cars and go right to the sidewalk. Also, please make sure that you check over your shoulder before merging into the regular traffic lane after dropping off. Thanks for your assistance!
I have several calendar reminders:
1) This Friday, Dec. 8 is a 11:30 dismissal.
2) Sunday, Dec. 10 is the Winter band concert (5th at 4:00 pm)
3) Next week= Christmas Dress Up Days (flyer sent home)
4) Next Tuesday (Dec. 12) is the Elementary Christmas Program (flyer sent home)
5) Next Wednesday, Dec. 13 is Santa's Shop AFTER school in the cafeteria. Please do not send $ to school with your child.
6) Tuesday, Dec. 19 is a 2:20 dismissal
7) No school from Dec. 20-Jan 3 (students start again on Jan. 4th)
Mr. Kean