From the Desk of Ms. Murdock
Good afternoon!
Next Friday is the last day of the first quarter! Grades will be finalized and ready for your viewing on Friday, October 27th.
As we have wrapped up the first quarter, it is our expectation that students are transitioning to the expectations and responsibilities of middle school. We are certainly continuing to work with our students and support them. We are, however, seeing an increase in hands on behaviors (typically starts with playing around), carrying back packs after multiple conversations, etc. It is important to know that in middle school, these behaviors can come with larger consequences such as Saturday schools, in school suspensions and out of school suspensions. It is our number one goal to keep all students safe and in a positive learning environment. Thank you for your continued support and partnerships.
Lost & found- If you have been in the building you will see the very large collection of Lost & Found- including 30 coats, 10 lunch boxes, 60 sweatshirts and 32 water bottles! I am speechless! This is located directly outside of the cafeteria. Please swing by and collect items as we do not hold items all year. Left items will be donated at the end of each quarter. The end of this quarter is next Friday, October 20th.
Book Fair:
Our annual Book Fair will be Monday, October 16th - Friday, October 19th in the GMSS library!
Who: GMSS Students, Parents, Teachers
What: Fall Book Fair
Where: GMSS Library & Online
When: Monday, October 16 - Friday, October 20
Why: To promote literacy and celebrate reading!
Visit the Book Fair Homepage for more information:
Set up eWallet, a safe cash-free way for your child to shop the fair
Preview books from the fair
Shop online for an expanded selection
SKI CLUB:
“This winter season, Gahanna-Jefferson Schools is excited to announce that we will be offering the opportunity for your child to participate in Ski Club. Lillian Meier and Amy Edgar will be the Ski Club Advisors this 2023-24 school year. If Ski Club is of interest to your child, parent/guardian information meetings will be held Tuesday, 10/17 at Gahanna Middle School EAST Cafeteria at 5:30 pm and the following Thursday, 10/26 at Gahanna Middle School EAST Cafeteria at 5:30 pm. Please attend one of the two meetings for information about Ski Club pricing and how to sign your child up. Students have also heard about this opportunity during the morning announcements.”
SPIRIT WEEK
Student Leadership has planned an upcoming Spirit Week!
Wednesday: 10/25 - PJ's Day
Thursday: 10/26 Age Day
Teachers- Choice
8th grade - Senior Citizens
7th grade - Middle Aged
6th grade- Baby/Toddler
Friday: 10/27 - Survivor Colors
Monday: 10/30 - Dress like a Celebrity
Tuesday: 10/31 Halloween Costumes -- NO masks or "weapons"
ALL spirit days must be school appropriate wear!
8th Grade FUN NIGHT 10/20
~Hey 8th graders, the GMSS Student Leadership Team has planned a Fun Night for you on Friday, October 20 right after school until 5:00. There will be snacks and drinks for sale, basketball and volleyball in the gym, music and dancing in the cafeteria, a selfie station, and the traditional Haunted Hallway hosted by the Drama Club. Admission is free- you only need money for refreshments. Please have a prompt pickup at 5. Can't wait to see you there!
7th Grade FUN NIGHT 11/2- MORE TO COME
GRIN FOOD DRIVE
A reminder that our C3 is hosting the annual GRIN food drive! Please see the link below
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K9Ib2X790Y24d-2_pXH19K7OhhWmc9Q6QVTnDptQZfM/edit
Mark Your Calendar
October 10th - 21st - Color Battle
October 20th - End of 1st quarter
October 20th - 8th Grade Fun Night
October 23rd- Conferences Comp Day - No School
October 24th - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
November 2nd- 7th Grade Fun Night
November 13th - Teacher PD Day NO School for Students
November 22nd- 24th Thanksgiving Break
December 21st- January 2nd- Winter Break
February 16th - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
March 11th - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
April 8th -12th - Spring Break
May 3rd - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
May 24th - Last Day of School