
The Middle School volleyball matches at Cissna Park have been cancelled for tonight (Mon. Feb. 8). in addition, there is no practice after school.

Congratulations to our Middle School Students of the Month for January.
6th grade Evan Killian
7th grade Jacob Chase
8th grade Paul Baillie


I don’t get to go either!
Families,
As you see indoor events unfolding on camera both home and away please understand that every situation is different in every gym, with every agreement, with every team. Number of players, size of the bleachers, who is essential, opponents determinations. Please be understanding and supportive of kids, coaches, and officials. Remember when we were all saying we just want the kids to get to play. We all have the opportunity to make this a positive experience despite the restrictions and challenges. We are playing, the glass is half full!
I started this with I don’t get to go either because that is reality, I am not essential and I am watching on technology like most of us. Sometimes the tech will be great other times it won’t, but the kids are still playing.
Go Falcons! I am proud of every kid that is doing the best they can today!
Sincerely,
Jeremy Darnell
Superintendent
Fan
Dad

Middle School GCMS Volleyball faces off against Watseka this morning at 9am. Watch live on our YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/z7PZCismiw4


Friday's Boys Basketball Game vs Tri-Valley will be available to stream on Tri-Valley's YouTube Channel, start time is 5:30! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_WyQuazDVkZRrtW


It's the 100th day of school! The path to 100 has certainly been unique this year. Thank you to all our families and staff that make us #Falconproud!





Tonight's Middle School Volleyball game vs. Nash has been cancelled due to adverse travel conditions for our opponent. The make up date for tonight's contest is pending.
There will also be no volleyball practice tonight.
Thank you,
Mr. Bielfeldt

Tonight's Middle School Volleyball game vs Nash will be live on our YouTube channel at 5:30pm! Subscribe to Digital Falcons on YouTube to see all upcoming Middle School home games https://youtu.be/yFPWFORSkE4


Thursday's Girls Basketball Game vs Tri-Valley will be available to stream on Tri-Valley's YouTube Channel, start time is 5:30! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_WyQuazDVkZRrtWRUrbQQ


Middle School Families,
With Valentine's Day coming up, we ask that students do not have any Valentines gifts delivered to the Middle School this year. This is due to our safety protocols for deliveries and people entering our building.
Thank you,
Mr. Bielfeldt

Here are the Girls' BB and Boys' BB schedules for GCMS HS. At this time, we understand WGCY will broadcast home boys' games. The video feed requires a subscription to NFHS.



GCMS PTA meets tonight (Mon, 2/1) at 6:30pm. Join the livestream on Facebook Live!


GCMS will be in session today, February 1st. Buses may be slightly delayed. Please be careful in your morning commutes!
- Mr. Darnell

Parents,
Please see the link below for information on Miles of Smiles. Any student can sign up for a free dental exam. The form is due back to the school by Friday, February 5.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Nv5q-3MEPklN-z2A7ydgheSX0MZlOKrO/view?usp=sharing
Mr. Bielfeldt

Little League Summer Softball and Baseball sign ups are all online this year. Please go to the GCMS Little League Facebook Page to see about registration. Registration ends February 12.

The Elementary School Online Book Fair is now open! Log in and place your orders by February 6. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/gibsoncityelemschool


In our latest BUG Video something strange happens at recess that forces students to look at things from a new perspective! https://youtu.be/ejc4x8p2BPM

Families,
I am reporting 5 student positive COVID cases from January 21 through January 27. We had one Elementary case, one Middle School case, and 3 High School cases. As a result of those positive cases we have an additional 23 students who had to be quarantined for close contact. We also have one staff member that is currently quarantined. We will continue to notify those directly affected immediately and post weekly updates through this platform.
Today 80 GCMS staff members were given the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine provided by Ford County Public Health and Gibson Area Hospital. We are excited about this added layer of health and safety for our staff and the students they come in contact with.
Please continue to be vigilant in your actions to keep your children and their classmates safe.
Sincerely,
Jeremy Darnell - Superintendent

With today's cancellation we are shifting our school menus for the week. Tuesday's menu has been shifted to Thursday, and Thursday's has been shifted to Friday. You can see updated menus on the Dining tab on our app or at https://www.gcmsk12.org/o/gcms/dining

GCMS Families,
NO SCHOOL TODAY! Tuesday, January 26th.
Due to dangerous rural travel conditions students will not have school today. All activities and practices are cancelled. Please stay safe, and we look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday!
Sincerely,
Mr. Darnell