Mustang News - October 17, 2025

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Gunnison Middle School Families,

Happy Friday, GMS families! It’s been a fun and full week here at school. We’re kicking off the weekend with our Fall Dance tonight, and students are ready to celebrate the end of the quarter with friends, music, and plenty of school spirit!

Our boys basketball season is already off and running, and it’s great to see our athletes working hard and getting ready to represent GMS with pride.

We’re also thrilled to introduce Jasmine, our new facility dog, who joined the GMS family this week! She’s already bringing smiles and calm energy to our hallways—students and staff alike are so excited to welcome her.

As we start a new quarter, students are diving into fresh classes and new learning opportunities. Parent/Teacher Conferences are just a few weeks away, and we look forward to connecting with families soon to celebrate progress and talk about what’s ahead. Report cards and assessment results will also be shared at this time.

Thanks, as always, for being part of our GMS community.

If you need anything at all, please don't hesitate to reach out. You can also schedule a meeting with me using the link below.

Schedule a Meeting with Mr. Betts

Lance Betts

Principal

Gunnison Middle School

6th Grade Weekly Digital Planner

7th Grade Weekly Digital Planner

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We're hiring! Multiple positions available. See full job descriptions here.

GMS Electives!

Shout out to Mario's Pizza & Pasta for sponsoring a swim day at the Rec Center. THANK YOU!

October 17- GMS Fall Dance 6:30-8:30 pm

October 17- Last Day of Quarter 1

October 29 and November 5- Parent Teacher Conferences

November 14- Picture Retake Day

November 21-22 Honors band in GJ

November 24-28- Thanksgiving Break

Schedule for October 20-24:

Monday:A

Tuesday: A

Wednesday: E

Thursday: O

Friday: A

GMS Bell Schedule

Dear GMS family,

This has been a very full short week at school. We have come together as a community to support each other through some challenging times. We have worked hard to prepare for the end of the first quarter. We have welcomed our wonderful facility dog, Jasmine, and enjoyed lots of pets, cuddles, and kisses. We are excited for the first dance of the year and the start of boys basketball. And through it all, we have been a family. I hope that everyone is able to take a moment this weekend to practice some self care, as I think we all could use more of that right now. Self-care isn’t just bubble baths or spa days (though those can be nice!). It’s about small, everyday choices that help you stay balanced and healthy. Getting enough sleep, eating foods that give you energy, spending time with people who make you feel good, and setting aside a few minutes to relax or reflect all count as self-care.

Try these simple ideas:

• Move your body—go for a walk, dance, or play outside.

• Unplug for a while—take a break from screens and social media.

• Write or draw your thoughts—journaling can help clear your mind.

• Talk to someone you trust—sharing feelings can lighten your load.

• Do something creative or fun—it’s good for your heart and mind!

Remember: taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. When you make self-care a habit, you’re stronger, calmer, and better able to care for others too. Thank you for an incredible first quarter of the school year! Please reach out if I can ever help or support you with anything. Go, Mustangs!

Washington DC, Spring Break, 2026

2026 is the United State's 250th Birthday!

A great way to celebrate would be to go to Washington, DC for Spring Break!

You'll see sites like the Lincoln Memorial, George Washington's home, the Air and Space Museum, the US Capitol, and the National Zoo. This will be a fun, exciting, educational, and safe experience for all interested GHS and GMS students.

There will be a trip information meeting to discuss this wonderful opportunity on Tuesday, September 9th at 5:30 PM in room A117 at GHS.

All current 6th, 7th, 8th, and high school students (plus, other friends and family members!) are invited. Registration is now open! You can sign up online at worldstrides.com/register or by phone at 800-468-5899. 5/6/7 graders use the code 219547 and 8th graders use the code 219069 to sign up. Please reach out to Sara Lamar if you're interested but unable to attend the meeting or with any questions: slamar@gunnisonschools.net. Thanks!

Mrs. Lamar and Mrs. Clements are very excited to announce that we are planning our next trip to the Dominican Republic! We’ll be participating in cultural activities, service projects, and having so much fun in the summer of 2026. All current 5th, 6th, and 7th graders are invited. Registration is now open! Enroll now with this link: www.eftours.com/2680037BT. Please reach out to Sara Lamar with any questions: slamar@gunnisonschools.net. ¡Gracias y vamos!

Mustang Athletics for Oct. 13- Oct. 17

The Mustang boys basketball teams are rolling!

It's great to see how many have made the commitment

to the team.

The season opener is next Thursday (10/23) at GMS starting at

4:00 pm with 7B in the GES Gym and 8B in the GMS Gym.

Hope to see you there!

Contact Mary Nordberg with any questions.

Mary Nordberg

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Your child's participation in school maximizes their life opportunities! With daily attendance, students can succeed in their education, have access to support, and won't fall behind socially. They gain skills, knowledge, and learn values that will set them up for further learning and help them participate in their community!

We understand that illness, family commitments, and other unavoidable circumstances can interfere with your child’s attendance. However, we cannot stress enough the importance of consistent and punctual attendance. Classroom experiences are impossible to replicate and the work missed cannot be made up adequately.

Thank you for your support!

Digital Citizenship Week: October 20-24

GMS will be joining the celebration with classrooms around the world to share tools students need to be successful with technology in school and beyond! Each day students will hear a different Digital Citizenship message in the morning announcements and engage in conversations and activities during advisory, class, and passing periods. We will be inviting parents and caregivers to engage in daily family activities as well. Keep an eye out for a daily email with ideas from Common Sense Media to share at home.

ORDER YOUR 2026 YEARBOOK NOW!

If you order personalization, there are four free icons

for you to choose through the end of October!

GMS Yearbooks are still ONLY $20! They will be delivered

in May but you can order now and never worry that we'll run

out.

Click the link below to check this off your list!

GMS Yearbook

Contact Mary Nordberg with any questions.

mnordberg@gunnisonschools.net

GMS Dance Expectations

• The Fall Dance will be chaperoned by Gunnison Middle School staff.
• Once students leave the building they may not return.
• Students and parents/guardians are responsible for making prior arrangements to be picked up immediately after the event.
• Students must be in school the day of the event to attend (special circumstances may apply)
• Only students enrolled at Gunnison Middle School, or directly connected to our school community, may attend events. Younger siblings are not permitted.
• All Gunnison Middle School rules and expectations apply during the event.

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

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