GMS FAMILY NEWSLETTER
September 23-27
GMS Information and Announcements
Photos of the Week
From the Principal's Desk
Dear GMS Families,
As the seasons begin to change, it's a great time to reflect on how far we've come and the importance of finishing the 9 weeks strong. Let’s encourage our students to stay focused and push through to the end with determination and pride. We also invite you to come out and support our student athletes as they celebrate 8th grade nights. Your presence and support mean the world to our Greene Devil Family.
Let’s finish this season strong together!
Go Devils!
Sincerely,
GMS Admin Team
#RiseAsOne
THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE
CASE Testing will begin Thursday
RISE- AM and PM RISE available. Please see sign up below.
BODY SPRAYS, COLOGNE, AND PERFUMES
Due to many allergies and the abundance of pressing the spray button lately, we are asking you to make sure your student DOES NOT bring sprays to school in their backpack. Any being seen or used will be taken to the main office. Thank you!
THANK YOU GSIA
Maggie Moore wins XC Conference- All Runners PR'd this season!!!
Thank you to Tusculum Lacrosse for supporting GMS Volleyball
Dr. Click- GMS Teacher of the Month
R.I.S.E SIGN UP
In order to provide all students with the opportunity to obtain extra help with homework, research time, and/or remediation, our school will provide an afterschool program. This program takes place on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after school from 2:40pm to 4:40pm. The following link will provide you with the days we are open: https://tinyurl.com/2024-25RISECalendar The After-School Program is open to students by application only. If you choose to sign up for this program, you are required to attend. Teachers with experience in all subjects are available.
Students residing within the city limits of Greeneville will be provided bus transportation to their homes following the program. The buses will load at approximately 4:30 pm. Car riders should be signed out by a parent or guardian between 4:25 and 4:30 at the back door of the commons area of the building.
If your child is to participate in this program, fill in the appropriate information completely. If your child does not have permission on file, he/she will not be allowed to stay after school for the program. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Andrea Tolley at tolleya@gcschools.net.
SUPPORT YOUR GMS BOOSTERS- PASSES, YARD SIGNS, and DECALS
CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STUDENT HANDBOOK: https://tinyurl.com/2s6jtty3
GMS DISCIPLINE POLICY
CLICK HERE FOR THE GMS DISCIPLINE POLICY: https://tinyurl.com/3t7fvzzu
GMS 60th ANNIVERSARY
This year we will be celebrating Greeneville Middle School's 60th anniversary! Be on the lookout this year for announcements on how we plan to celebrate our Proud Past and Bright Future. If you have anything to help us add to our celebration please email Mr. McCall mccalla@gcschools.net
GMS ATHLETICS
ATHLETES NEEDING TO DROP OFF EQUIPMENT IN THE LOCKEROOM, IMPORTANT!
Any student-athlete needing to drop off items in the locker room during arrival will be allowed to do so during the last 5 minutes of morning bus duty. The doors will open at 7:30 and close at 7:35. This will be the only time student athletes are allowed in the locker room areas in the mornings.
Dropping off equipment is not an excuse for a tardy to Devil Time.
GMS Nursing News
If your student requires any daily medications, As-Needed Meds, or a diagnosis that requires any medical needs please reach out to Nurse Megan as soon as possible.
Any further questions please call GMS or email Nurse Megan at venerablem@gcschools.net
Families please remember that students should not carry medication with them in their backpack. This includes prescriptions and OTC medications. Everything should go through our nurse. If you have not filled out the medication release form with our nurse and need your student to have access to those during school hours, please email the GMS nurse
GCS APP: Do you have it?
We are loving our new app! Access documents, news updates, and even emergency notifications right from your pocket.
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GMS Staff Shout Outs
Check out how GMS staff make GMS a great place for students!
GMS Social Studies Team
Thinking Win-Win
Every single person on the Social Studies team is awesome! Each of them go out of their way to meet the needs of the individual child including the outstanding work they put into the Devil Time Sessions.
Mrs. Watkins
Being Proactive
Always willing to help out with technology or upcoming deadlines.
Miranda Newman
Being Proactive
Miranda is always helping students in my room and even took it upon herself to get enrolled in the same curriculum as the students to have a better understanding of the material! She has been a real asset to helping her students and even others!
Miranda Newman
Thinking Win-Win
I am so appreciative of Ms. Newman's assistance in the classroom. She is always ready to help in whatever way is needed...including students that aren't "hers".
Jeremy Simerly
Being Proactive
Mr. Simerly was proactive in arranging assistance for students during Related Arts without us asking. They are all doing well and staying on track! Thank you, Mr. Simerly!
Do You Have A GMS Shout-Out to Share?
GMS is full of amazing people and we would love to hear your stories of how a GMS staff member is making a difference for your student! Did your student talk about a cool lesson or activity? Does your student come home talking about a favorite coach or teacher? If so, click the link below to share some love and fill out the GMS Staff Shout-Out Form.
GMS Counseling Office
Food City School Bucks
The Food City School Bucks Challenge is open! Here is the link to register https://www.foodcity.com/schoolbucks/
Once you have an account you just need to select GMS as your school, please see below. (You have to sign up and select your school each year, it doesn’t roll over!
Cell Phones
We appreciate everyone's efforts in our new cell phone policy to not only create a SAFE environment for all our students, but protect our instructional time from distractions as well.
-If your student does not follow the GMS Cell Phone policy and has their phone taken to the office, Parents and Guardians may pick those up that afternoon directly after school or the next morning during school hours.
SCHOOL NUTRITION NEWS
Free and Reduced Program- IMPORTANT!
MY PAYMENTS PLUS
Scan here to set up your MPP account today!
WORK HARD PLAY HARD
No Outside Food
No outside food is allowed any time at GMS. We understand stopping for breakfast, but please have them finish any food or drinks before they come into the building. Our cafeteria is open at 6:55am every morning and also helps us with any food allergies at the tables.
Other Resources, Links, & Reminders
REMINDER- No Office Check Outs Between 2:00-3:00
- Arrive before 2:00 for all early dismissals.
Connect With Us
Email: Adamsr2@gcschools.net
Website: Gms.gcschools.net
Location: Greeneville Middle School, East Vann Road, Greeneville, TN, USA
Phone: (423)-639-7841
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Greeneville-Middle-School-339450069428950
Twitter: @GMS_TN