GSA Middle School

To all our amazing GSA students, staff, and families—thank you for a fantastic year filled with growth, learning, and unforgettable memories. Wishing you a safe, joyful, and well-deserved summer break. ☀️🌴

On Monday, May 19, the participants of STEM activities; CONSEF, Academy of Science, Codeathon, RoboCON, and Math Olympics were honored with lots of treats for all of their efforts! Thanks so much for all your work throughout the year. You are the BEST!

Memorial Day

This year summer school is 17 days from May 28 - June 20 (No school on June 19). Summer School hours are from 8am-12pm. With such a short time together, attendance is critical. Students who miss more than 2 days may be dropped from the program.

Deadline to Register for ALL programs was May 21, 2025

Last weekend 11 of our students went to Chicago to participate in the Concept Arts and Language Festival. Here are our middle school participants.

7th Grade Gateway Strings Quartet

Shixun Zhang

Tiffany Le

Hayden Ramey

Brianna Vo

Students were divided up into 3 teams: prosecution, defense, and jury/judge. Each team was presented with a case in which Mr. B's science final test answers were stolen, and they had to find evidence, talk to suspects, and build their case for a week. On the final day, the lead lawyers on each team partook in a court-like debate to determine the guilt or innocence of the accused.

we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support as the Gold Sponsor for our weight room. Your sponsorship plays a crucial role in enhancing our facilities and providing students with the tools they need to stay active, healthy, and strong

PTO Website

ms.gsastl.org/pto

hs.gsastl.org/pto

Please join the PTO Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/GSAMiddleSchoolPTO

We are collecting donations for our resale shop (official dates: TBD). If any student brings in a donation, they will receive a raffle ticket. We will pull names closer to the start of the 25-26 school year for a few coolers.

As summer approaches, I want to tell you about an exciting program we’re offering this summer at the Bayer YMCA.

Emotional Wellness & Skillbuilding Academy: Designed to help teens become their best selves by discovering their strengths, leadership style, and unlocking their personal growth path. Through hands-on experiences, they will also focus on relationship-building, emotional regulation, and exploring entrepreneurship ventures.

This academy is a 4-week program that meets Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. You can still work, hang out with friends, or do other fun things in the afternoon!

Here are the academy dates:

· June 9 – June 12, 2025

· June 16 – June 19, 2025

· July 7 – July 10, 2025

· July 14 – July 17, 2025

You do not have to attend all four weeks—you can mix and match the weeks that work best for your schedule!

Here’s what you’ll do in the academy:

· Learn how to be your best self, and how to manage your emotions

· Build leadership and teamwork skills

· Meet guest speakers and do fun, hands-on activities

· Help with real service projects in the community

This academy will also look great on your college applications and job resume!

**And here’s something exciting—Upon completion of ALL 4wks of programming participants will receive a $300 voucher to start a savings account.

Space is very limited, so act now!

If you’re interested, just reply to this email. I’ll send you and your parents the sign-up form.

Scholarships are available, so don’t worry if cost is a concern.

Thanks,

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Earlisha Jefferson

Youth Wellness Director

Community Development YMCA