Mustang News - March 13, 2026

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This past week brought some challenging moments for our school community. On Tuesday, we implemented a secure the perimeter protocol, and we recognize that situations like this can feel unsettling for students, families, and staff. We want to sincerely thank everyone for their patience, understanding, and trust as we worked through the situation. Our staff takes these protocols very seriously, and our priority is always the safety and well-being of every student in our care. We are grateful for the partnership and support of our families during moments like these. We also want to thank all of our law enforcement partners for their constant collaboration.

Looking ahead, we hope everyone is able to enjoy a well-deserved spring break next week. When we return, we will begin the final quarter of the school year, which always seems to go by quickly. The last quarter includes CMAS testing along with many of the activities and celebrations that make spring such a fun time at school. We are looking forward to finishing the year strong together.

Lance Betts

Principal

Gunnison Middle School

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March 16-20: Spring Break

April 7-15: CMAS Assessments

Save the dates for GMS Summer Experience 2026!

Session 1: June 8-25, Mondays-Thursdays, 8:00-12:00pm

Session 2: July 6-23, Mondays-Thursdays, 8:00-12:00pm

More information to come!

Next Weeks Bell Schedule:

Monday: A

Tuesday: A

Wednesday: E

Thursday: O

Friday: A

GMS Bell Schedule

Today we are wrapping up the 3rd quarter at GMS and we are so proud of the hard work and dedication that our students have shown so far this year. Catching up on much-needed rest during spring break is so important, yet so is maintaining a good sleep routine. I've seen different opinions about how much sleep our teenagers should be getting, but it seems like 8-10 hours a night is pretty optimal. Finding a balance with sleep will strengthen the immune system, aid in muscle recovery, improve academic performance by enhancing focus and memory, and help manage mood swings and stress. As tempting as it is to stay up late and then sleep in late, trying to keep bedtimes and waking times within an hour or two of their school bedtimes and waking times will help tremendously when it comes time to come back to school on March 23rd. As always, reach out if there is anything that I can do to help and support, and I hope you can enjoy some extra time with family and friends this next week!

Go, Mustangs!

Good luck to the Mustang wrestlers who will compete at Rocky

Mountain Regionals in Montrose tomorrow! Top six placers will

compete at State next week.

TRACK AND FIELD practice begins on March 25. The parent/athlete

meeting will be Tuesday March 31 at 5:30 in the GMS Commons.

Attached are the documents that has information for parents and

a practice schedule.

Questions? Contact Mary Nordberg, Athletics Coordinator.

Please see the attached letter for important information regarding required immunizations for your student.

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/FNT1Bqv4Hpf7HBmd8

Link to register: https://tinyurl.com/StudentScientist

Enlace para registrarse: https://tinyurl.com/StudentScientist-ES

ORDER YOUR 2026 YEARBOOK NOW!

The deadline to order a yearbook is fast approaching!!

Make sure to reserve one now so that your student gets one in May!

GMS Yearbook

If your student is active outside of GMS, please send us pictures!

Hunting, rafting, golfing, baseball, arts and crafts....the yearbook

is looking for those! Thank you! (Send to Mary Nordberg at

mnordberg@gunnisonschools.net)

Contact Mary Nordberg with any questions.

mnordberg@gunnisonschools.net

Junior Mountaineers Camp (JMC) is back on the Western Colorado University campus this summer, AND we’re adding overnight adventure camps for middle and high schoolers, featuring backcountry hut trips, expedition trips, and more! JMC is a state-licensed summer day and overnight adventure camp that blends athletics, outdoor recreation, and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) learning. Led by experienced staff and Western students, JMC provides a safe, active, and inclusive experience for campers. Families can register by the week, with each week offering a unique theme and outdoor recreation activities. For more details on JMC Summer 2026 offerings, please visit us online.

Be sure to take a look and see if you recognize anything in our lost and found collection.

***Items have been donated

The Gunnison Middle School community supports the growth of all learners to think critically and engage as empathetic, respectful, healthy, and responsible global citizens.