There are a number of local resources available for the community as we enter this holiday season. You can learn more at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kFL2MNey4zAX0CTPWC9lQ237UrqeW8YQ0E-nRQeL4Rw/edit?usp=sharing
GCMS PACT is raising money through Scrip Gift cards. Read the details below and download the order form at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zoDHd2WgvOEpNuXnXsKikIqOHWD0O4Ji/view?usp=sharing
GCMS Community,
Today in Illinois it is School Board Member Day! Please take a moment and thank the GCMS School Board Members for their service to the students, staff, parents, and overall GCMS Community. Being a school board member is a civil service that is essential to both school and community success.
GCMS is lucky to have 7 outstanding parents to GCMS students with a diversity in personal and professional experience to provide perspective and leadership to the district.
In recent times it has become more challenging to be a public servant and yet this group shows up to do the good work of serving GCMS.
Thank you GCMS School Board members Josh Johnson (president), Phil Whitehouse (vice-president), Tyler Young (secretary), Miranda Leonard, Adam Elder, Dr. Emily Tucker-Davis, and Janna Friday for your time and effort!
GCMS Elementary is looking for a full time Paraprofessional. Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/roe9/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=18036
Congratulations to 8th Grade Coach Mark Berry on his 300th career win! We are all proud of you and what you have done for all of your players!
Greetings GCMS Families,
A couple of announcements and reminders as we head into winter and the holiday seasons.
1. GCMS will have 2:20 dismissals on Tuesday, November 23 and Wednesday, December 22 leading into the holiday breaks.
2. Demolition on both the old church storage on 15th Street (across from the tennis courts) and the baseball dugouts will take place over the next 10 days. Please be aware while in transition and remind your children to stay clear of these spaces.
3. We are deep into events and activities. I want to remind everyone that both in performance and competition we are supporting our children and the programs. It is essential that this is done with class, character, dignity, and respect. Cheer positively for our student participants, enjoy the competition, and embrace the privilege of being present.
4. We have endured some challenges recently with COVID exposures and we want to encourage everyone to be safe and healthy for themselves, and all those you come in contact with both in the community and at school. These circumstances can be challenging for everyone, but we will continue to manage to the best of our ability.
5. We are already at midterm of second quarter! We appreciate our unified effort to serve our students!
Sincerely,
Jeremy Darnell
Middle school students heard Terrance Tally’s message about having each other’s backs, and making sure we support everyone. It included teachers dancing, great music, but a very powerful message. Please ask your middle school student what his/her takeaway was when they get home today!
Congratulations to high school students Katie Steidinger, Tyler Lange, and Calvin Rachiell, and middle school students Kelsey Whitehouse, Grace Steidinger, Evan Killian, Ansleigh Cornell, Xavier Moore, and Mike Volker for being selected for the ILMEA District 3 Choirs. These students were chosen by a competitive audition process and will perform on Saturday at Olivet Nazarene University with other top musicians from central Illinois schools. We are excited to have them represent our GCMS music program!
Our latest BUG video is online! A group of 5th graders must come together as citizens in order to save the school from robots run a muck! https://youtu.be/eageZT-nYF0
Public health flu and COVID vaccine clinics available for those interested.
Congratulations to Braylen Kean on his selection as November Student of the Month. Braylen is a three sport athlete, competing in football, wrestling and track. He's also a member of the National Honor Society, FBLA and serves as a huddle leader in FCA. Braylen is the son of Justin and Erin Kean and was nominated by Mr. Carter. He plans to attend college and hopes to play football next year. Braylen is a quiet, dependable leader of his peers who makes us #FalconProud!
Congratulations to FIsher-GCMS Soccer for winning the Sportsmanship award for Section 5, and to Coach Robert Dinkins for being named Section 5 coach of the year!
Remember our Apparel store supporting after prom is still open until 11/12. Order online at https://fancloth.shop/BCZLA
With Veterans Day approaching, GCMS seeks to recognize the veterans in our community. Teachers will be sharing our veterans slideshow and other materials with classes. If you have any updates or additions for our slideshow, please contact Mr. Willis https://bit.ly/gcmsvets
Due to a recent outbreak of Covid in 4th grade, we are pausing (only) 4th grade through this weekend. 4th grade is being sent home with their needed supplies and will participate remotely for Thursday and Friday. We are looking into onsite PCR testing for next week, but be prepared for this pause to be extended through next week.
Today's National Honor Society Induction Ceremony will be streaming on our YouTube Channel at 8:30 AM. Watch it live or on demand at https://youtu.be/gp64o_F5GlU
Students from Mr. Hoogstraat’s Latin American Culture celebrated Día de los Muertos today. They made ofrendas to honor celebrities who have passed.
Congratulation to the Middle School October Students of the Month!
6th Grade - Kenleigh Friday
7th Grade - Evan Killian
8th Grade - Reagan Miller
GCMS After Prom is sponsoring a Falcon apparel sale until 11/12 with guaranteed Christmas delivery. You can order online at https://fancloth.shop/BCZLA?fbclid=IwAR35bvCrd5aCEVP7vgqNVuZRpwndHFmoFD81R0pD2Q88kj8qOHIfttsxmww
Congratulations to our 8th Grade top readers for Q1!
5th place: Jack Willoby with 2,131 pages
4th place: Elizabeth Goode with 2,478 pages
3rd place: Shay List with 3,313 page
2nd place: Denver Johnson with 3,704 pages
The overall Top Reader: Avery Morris with 10,641 pages!
