Mustang News - September 19, 2025

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Gunnison Middle School Families,

There’s nothing quite like fall in the Gunnison Country—the crisp mornings, golden leaves, and blue skies remind us what a beautiful place we live and learn in. The change in seasons has brought new energy to our school, and it’s been exciting to see our students thriving both inside and outside the classroom.

This afternoon, we’re looking forward to celebrating together at the Homecoming Parade! It’s always a special time to show our school spirit and connect as a community, and we hope to see many of you there cheering on our students.

Our fall sports teams are wrapping up their seasons, and we couldn’t be prouder of the hard work, teamwork, and growth our athletes have shown. Thank you to the coaches, families, and fans who supported them every step of the way. Go Mustangs!

Inside the building, academics are in full swing. Students are diving deep into their learning, developing routines, and building momentum as we head further into the school year. It’s been inspiring to watch them engage in class, challenge themselves, and support one another along the way.

As always, thank you for being such an important part of our school community. Your support helps make all of these opportunities possible, and together, we’re creating a fantastic year for our students.

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

Schedule a Meeting with Mr. Betts

Lance Betts

Principal

Gunnison Middle School

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

September 29 - NO SCHOOL -Professional Development Day for Staff

October 3- 7th Grade Field Trip to Coldharbour

October 6- 6th Grade W Mountain Field Trip

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

Schedule for September 29-October 3:

Monday: A

Tuesday: A

Wednesday: E

Thursday: O

Friday: A

GMS Bell Schedule

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This week, we celebrated our own mini homecoming with dress up days and fun activities. It was wonderful to see how our students and staff are really coming together as a community and building strong relationships. At our school, school spirit isn’t just about cheering at games or wearing our school colors—it’s also about how we treat ourselves and one another every day. True spirit shows when we celebrate our community, lift each other up, and create a place where everyone feels they belong. Kindness is a big part of this. When we show respect, include others, and encourage our classmates, we make our school stronger and more connected. Small acts—like helping someone who dropped their books, offering a smile in the hallway, or speaking kindly in class—can spread quickly and make a big difference. I saw several examples of these acts throughout this week and this entire month - we have the best kids at GMS! Taking care of ourselves is important too. School spirit grows when each of us remembers to show kindness inward: getting enough rest, speaking positively to ourselves, and giving ourselves the same patience we offer to friends. When we care for both ourselves and others, we build a school community that shines with pride, respect, and unity. 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 Sept. 29- Oct. 4

Friday 9/26 Cross Country at Lake City

Saturday 9/27 Football at GHS 10:00am

Saturday 9/27 Volleyball League Tournament 8A at Paonia, 7A at Cedaredge

Thursday 10/2 Football at Paonia 4pm

Saturday 10/4 Cross Country at Salida

Boys Basketball open gym will begin 10/6

Practice begins 10/16 (tentatively)- check your email for updates

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!

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.