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Dear GTMS Families,

The start of the school year has been wonderful! Our students are learning what it means to be a Grizzly by embracing our core values of Respecting the Paw—respecting yourself, respecting others, respecting the school, and respecting the community.

We kicked off our Respect the Paw Incentive Program with an assembly, and we are excited to show off our Grizzly PRIDE! Several fun events are planned this month to recognize those who exhibit our core values.

Let’s come together to keep the momentum going and show the community that GTMS is the best place to be!

With PRIDE,

Paula Junker

October 1 - Respect the Paw Kickoff with a Camfel Assembly

October 4 - GTMS Band will be at the Absegami Football Game

October 5 - Oakcrest Open House

October 7 - October 11 - Week of Respect / Spirit Week - Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 9 - Assembly with Devin Wyman

October 9 - FSA meeting at GTMS Library

October 10 - FSA Tony Beef Fundraiser & Family Night w/ Devin Wyman

October 11 - Annual Respect the Paw - Tie Dye Event & FSA Dance at 6pm
October 15 - Parent Teacher Conferences, early dismissal for students
October 16 - Parent Teacher Conferences, early dismissal for students
October 17 - Parent Teacher Conferences, early dismissal for students

October 18 - Designer BINGO Night (Galloway Twp. Education Foundation)

October 19 - Cedar Creek Open House
October 21 - October 25 - Anti-Violence Week

October 23 - High School Fair at GTMS for 8th Grade students (during the school day)
October 25 - Role Model of the Month Luncheon
October 28 - Student of the Month Luncheon

October 29 - Sports Physicals (Boys/Girls Basketball & Wrestling)

On Monday, November 11th, 2024, GTMS is having a Veterans Day Ceremony to recognize veteran family members of our students. A presentation and breakfast at the GTMS cafetorium will be provided for those veterans that are able to attend. Their GTMS student/family member will be able to accompany them at the breakfast.

Please click the link below if you have a veteran family member and would like GTMS to recognize their service. A paper version of this form will be sent home with students. We are asking to please have this form submitted/returned by October 18, 2024. This allows us time to make sure we can recognize everyone for our presentation and get a head count for our attendees. Thank you for your support in helping us honor our community veterans.

Sincerely,

The GTMS Grizzly Family

GTMS alum Officer Lamar Fisher, Class of 2015, stopped by to inspire our students and reconnect with staff. Modeling the core value of 'Respecting the Paw,' Officer Fisher continues to serve the Galloway community with a heart as big as his smile.

One of the best days for a principal is seeing former students accomplish their goals.

GTMS was honored to host international visitors from Taiwan's National Chiayi University. They joined us for some classes as part of their mathematics studies through Stockton University. Always exciting to share and learn together across the globe!

Omuwa Izah (Student Council President) and emma Winneker (Student Council Vice President) proudly representing GTMS at the Galloway 9/11 Ceremony, honoring those we lost and standing united in remembrance. #GTMSPride #NeverForget

So excited to highlight several students who were nominated by their ELA teachers to receive a special coin for our Book Vending Machine! These students have shown a remarkable passion for reading. Some are always found with a book in hand, eagerly recommending titles to their teachers and peers, while others consistently demonstrate focus and enthusiasm during silent reading. From making daily trips to the library to taking books home for extra reading, these students exemplify a love of literature that we are proud to celebrate!

Arianna Campana

Jeffrey Bassey

Alana Stephens

Azeer Davis

Matthew Avis

Makenzie Morrison

Viviana Beltz Rivera

Every month, we are recognizing students who were nominated by their teachers for their positivity and for modeling what it means to be a Grizzly. While everyone nominated is acknowledged, the Wheel selects our top winners, who will receive a limited-edition Respect the Paw T-shirt.

Keep being PAWsome, GTMS! Who knows? The next time, the Wheel may call on you!

Congratulations for being so PAWsome!

Abdul Carrington

Kabirah Holness

Stephanie Carrelli

Mikal Dublin

Mia Murphy

Priscilla Carruth

Ubaid Jackson

Camfel Productions delivered a dynamic, interactive assembly program that captivated and empowered our 7th and 8th grade students. Their captivating presentation addressed essential topics such as "TRUST" that will help our students continue to develop respect and build self-confidence during their middle school experience. Our students are ready to begin the Respect the Paw program. Let's get ready for some individual and team incentives!

Do you know what it means to be a GTMS Grizzly?

At GTMS, being a Grizzly means more than just showing up to school—it’s about embodying our core values and “Respecting the Paw” in everything we do.

So, what does that look like?

Mrs. McKenna's class had a book tasting to explore different genres and discover new favorites!

Ms. Tripician's class had the opportunity to build her 'famous' spaghetti towers. Check our these young engineers at work as they problem solve and build strong foundations - both in science and teamwork!

Our GTMV morning crew are always finding new ways to engage their audience! If I were you, I would check us out on our YouTube page!

Ms. Costello's class is on fire with their creativity! Our talented students are hard at work making dragon eyes and grizzly bears this marking period!

Yes, you read that right...Ms. Kertz's ELA students sharpen their teamwork skills and engage in friendly competition during Virtual Capture the Flag—all while learning and having fun!

Mrs. Mohr-Murphy's students turned biology into a tasty treat! They got creative in the lab, crafting edible models of cells to better understand cell structure. From mitochondria made of candy to nucleus-filled brownies, learning has never been this sweet!

The month of September is focused on getting to know our students, making connections and creating a school climate where students enjoy coming to learn.

You never know who you will meet when you step into Mr. Tatur's classroom, but what I do know is ... you will never be bored when you enter!

Mr. Shugarts & Mr. Glenn had a great first day with their band students!

• President - Katherine Mutschler Pauro
• Vice President - Erin Borrelli
• Treasurer - Anna Reyes
• Recording Secretary – Nelie Yee
• Corresponding Secretary - Susan McCarty & Alexandra Southrey

September 10, 2024: In-Person at GTMS

October 9, 2024: In-Person at GTMS

November 14, 2024: Virtual

December 9, 2024: In-Person at GTMS

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