Breaker Bulletin

Breaker Nation,

Welcome to this week’s Breaker Bulletin!

This week, we recognize Red Ribbon Week with a fun spirit week designed to celebrate our Breakers while helping them understand the dangers of drugs and the importance of making healthy choices.

📅 Upcoming Events & Important Dates

Tuesday at 6:30 PM: Sixth Grade Band Preview in the gymnasium. We look forward to celebrating our sixth-grade musicians!

Tuesday at 6:30 PM: Join us for our fall play, Transylvania! We hope to see lots of Breaker families there.

Next Monday and Tuesday: Student holidays for the School District of Pickens County. Enjoy the long weekend with your Breaker!

Thanksgiving Break: Students will be out of school for the entire week of Thanksgiving.

As always, we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be part of your Breaker’s education. We never take this privilege for granted, and we truly cherish the relationships we share with our parents and community.

Thank you for your continued trust, support, and partnership in making our school such a special place. We are thankful to be on this journey with you and your Breaker!

Go Breakers! 💚🤍

Nate Roper

Principal

Breakfast & Lunch

Throughout school all students will be provided breakfast and lunch for FREE. Although students are provided lunch, students are still more than welcome to bring their lunch if they prefer.

The cafeteria will begin to sell snacks ranging from brownies, chips, and drinks. Students are able to purchase them if they have money on their account or cash.

Transyl-Mania

Athletics

Want to be part of our award-winning teams? Join Gettys Athletics! Athletics are a great way to make new friends, build confidence, develop teamwork, and be part of the Gettys community. Whether you're trying a new sport for the first time or you've been playing for years, there's a place for you. During the fall and winter seasons, Gettys offers football, volleyball, cheerleading, and boys' and girls' basketball. Students also have the opportunity to continue representing Gettys by participating in a variety of sports through Easley High School, if it is not offered at GMS.

Important Athletic Dates:

10/26- Basketball workouts/ conditioning 6:00-7:15 pm
10/27- Basketball workouts/ conditioning 6:00-7:15 pm
10/28- GMS football (B TEAM) @ RC Edwards @ 5:30pm
10/29- GMS football (A TEAM) vs Wren @ 6:00pm
10/30- EHS football @ Fountain Inn @ 7:30
11/2- Boys Basketball Try-outs @ GMS 6-7:30pm
11/3- Boys Basketball Try-outs @ GMS 6-7:30pm
11/4- Boys Basketball Try-outs @ GMS 6-7:30pm
11/4- Girls Basketball Try-outs @ GMS
11/5- Girls Basketball Try-outs @ GMS

11/5- GMS football (A & B TEAM) vs Pickens @ 6:00pm/
- 11/5 GMS 8th Grade Night!!!!!

To stay up to date on schedules, tryouts, and athletic announcements throughout the year, be sure to follow our athletics page here: https://www.gettysbreakers.com/💚🖤💚

The Breaker

The Breaker is our weekly news show highlighting Gettys Greatness, and is 100% student led and produced. Students work on one of 4 teams: Hosts/Editors, Inside the Classrooms, School/Community News, and Creative Fun. Our team highlights the wonderful learning and teaching here at GMS, school-wide news and events, and showcases the fun and zany side of our students and staff. Episodes "air" each Friday and can be seen on YouTube. Please like and subscribe on our YouTube Channel @GMSTheBreaker.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/@GMSTheBreaker

Does your student enjoy singing or playing an instrument? Are they interested in songwriting, graphic design, sound and lighting, or working behind the scenes at live events?

The Art and Science of Music offers SDPC students in grades 6–12 the chance to work alongside musicians and entertainment professionals to create original music and help produce a live show.

Presented by the South Carolina Entertainment and Music Hall of Fame, this experience will take place November 19–21, 2026, at Easley High School, concluding with a live performance alongside Hall of Fame musicians.

Students will work in small teams, contributing through music, design, promotion, stage production, and other roles. No audition is required, and students do not have to sing or play an instrument to participate.

Anticipated Schedule:

Thursday, November 19: Evening workshop beginning at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Friday, November 20: Full-day workshop, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Participants will be excused from school to attend.
Saturday, November 21: Final production preparations and live performance at 7:00 p.m. Student arrival time and additional details will be shared with participating families.

The participation fee is $35 per student. Students must attend all three days, and families must provide transportation to and from Easley High School.

Complete the Student Workshop Interest Form to receive registration information and additional details. Submitting the interest form does not complete registration.

INTEREST FORM - The Art and Science of Music

Important Dates Coming Up

10/26- Rising 6th Grade Q & A Night
10/27- Transylmania at 6:30 in auditorium ($5 at the door)
10/27-6th grade band preview concert in the gym at 6:30pm
10/29- KONA ICE on campus
11/2- NO SCHOOL for students
11/3- NO SCHOOL for staff and students
11/11- Veteran's Day Program
11/13- Choral Festival- Southern Wesleyan

Attendance

Counseling Corner

Multilingual Family Resources

Grading Change Information

Missed a Previous Newsletter?

No worries! If you missed one of our previous newsletters, we've made it easy to catch up. Please use the Google Doc linked below, which houses all of our newsletters and important resources in one convenient location. You'll find links to school information, forms, procedures, important dates, and other helpful updates to keep your family informed throughout the school year.

Link: Breaker Bulletin Newsletter

Interested in Being a Sponsor for Gettys?

We are excited to partner with local businesses, organizations, and community members who want to support our students and school! Sponsorships help us provide meaningful opportunities, activities, and experiences for our students while strengthening our connection with the community.

As a thank-you for supporting Gettys, our sponsors will also be recognized and featured in our school newsletter, giving our Gettys families an opportunity to learn more about the businesses and organizations that support our students.

If you are interested in becoming a Gettys Middle School sponsor, please fill out this form. We would love to partner with you!

Community Events

J.B. Owens Recreation Center

City of Easley

Pickens County Performing Arts Center

Looking for a fun night out close to home? The Pickens County Performing Arts Center brings nationally known musicians, comedians, tribute bands, family shows, and local performances to our community all year long. Whether you're planning a family outing or a date night, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Be sure to check out their upcoming events and performance schedule, you never know who will be coming to town next!

For information click: https://www.pickenstheater.com/

Free Library Events

The Pickens County Library System’s fall lineup at the Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library offers a lively mix of creative, social, and family-friendly programs. From art workshops and tabletop games to movie nights and spooky local history sessions, these events bring the community together for learning and fun. With something happening nearly every week, from Pokémon Club for all ages to Teen Art Club and Haunted Histories, the library continues to be a hub of imagination and connection for teens, families, and adults alike. Most events are free and loads of fun!!!

Please click the link for more information: https://pickenscountylibrarysystem.com/

Fine Arts Center of Easley

Discover Music:

They offer private lessons in almost any instrument you can name. Work one-on-one with your instructor to achieve your musical goals. They offer recitals twice per year in our own recital hall.

Be a Drama Queen (or King):

They also offer classes for aspiring young actors at the Fine Arts Center of Easley. From beginner classes to fully-staged productions , this program was designed to introduce and cultivate a love for acting!

See webpage for more information: https://fineartscenterofeasley.com/

Pickens County Adult Learning Center

🎓 Opportunities for Our SDPC Families!

Did you know that Pickens County Adult Learning offers FREE educational opportunities and support for adults in our community? Whether you are looking to continue your education, strengthen your skills, or prepare for your next step, Adult Learning is here to help!

Services include opportunities to earn a high school diploma or GED, improve reading and math skills, learn English through ESL classes, prepare for college or career opportunities, and build skills for the workplace.

We encourage our Gettys families to take advantage of these valuable community resources. Investing in your education can open the door to new opportunities for you and your family!

👉 Learn more about available programs, enrollment, locations, and frequently asked questions:
Explore Pickens County Adult Learning