Community eNewsletter
December 2023
Principal's Message
Dear GTMS Families,
As we approach the end of an another year, I wanted to take a moment to express our immense pride in the accomplishments of our remarkable students here at GTMS. Your dedication, perseverance, and hard work have truly shone through in all that you've achieved.
Reflecting on the successes of 2023 fills us with excitement and anticipation for what lies ahead in 2024. We have no doubt that our young grizzlies will continue to amaze us with their talents, passion for learning, and contributions to our school community.
As the holiday season approaches, we extend warm wishes to you and your families. May this festive season bring joy, love, and cherished moments shared with your loved ones. Here's to a Happy Holiday and a New Year filled with endless possibilities and continued success.
Warm regards,
Paula Junker
#Connect with GTMS
January 2nd: School Returns from Winter Break
January 8th: GTMS FSA Meeting at 7pm in the GTMS Library
January 15th: School Closed - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 31st: Early Dismissal - Staff Professional Development Day
Spreading Holiday Cheer
The GTMS Chorus, Band and Drill & Step Team had the opportunity to spread some Holiday Cheer at the Galloway Senior Center & the Spring Home at Galloway this season. We thank Ms. Lucas, Mr. Shugarts and Mr. Conover for organizing these visits as well as our Board of Education & Superintendent, Mr. Santilli for continuously supporting the talents of our middle school students and finding ways for us to connect with our community.
Students Giving Back!
A few members of our Drill & Step Team delivered some holiday cheer to Spring Home this month. Thank you Ms. Lucas!
GTMS Supports Alumnus - Mara Justine!
7th Grade
Mr. Christian Ragland from AtlantiCare came and spoke to our 7th graders about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Our students were reminded that we all experience the world differently is an important step to achieving acceptance and tolerance in today’s society. The presenters spoke about ways to respect and celebrate each others’ differences and build a shared humanity.
8th Grade
Dr. John Gray from Stockton University spoke to the 8th grade students about perseverance, resiliency, and making the right decisions. Dr. Gray had the students reflect on their present challenges and ways to navigate through their paths ahead. He informed the students that the choices they make now will ultimately impact their future.
St. Joseph’s Academy representatives spoke to the 8th grade students about their high school program, sports, clubs, and activities. The students had an opportunity to ask questions that they were interested in for the St. Joseph’s Academy.
GTMS Winter Concert 2023 - Happy Holidays!
Book Vending Machine
ACUA Recycled Art Contest
2nd Place- Lion of Juda by Iyanuoluwa Ayannusi
Student of the Month
Role Model of the Month
Boys Basketball placed 3rd at the 40th Annual Dixie Howell Tournament - Grrr!
Mrs. Stephanie Paton
Graffiti Art
Pop-Up Sweet Shoppe
Our students in Ms. Miller and Ms. Monclus' class were busy this month learning how to make chocolate covered treats! They set up a Sweet Shoppe and sold these sweets to staff and students. After raising $445.00, they donated it all to our Giving Tree! Thank you for being amazing grizzlies!
Health Class
We love when the Galloway EMT visit GTMS. This time our students had the opportunity to experiments with their Bleed Kits!
Chorus Trip
Our Chorus students performed at the Ocean City Tabernacle this month. Thanks to Mr. Conover & Ms. Paton