Grant MS Newsletter

Message from the Principal

Dear Grant Middle School Families,

I hope you all enjoyed the long weekend with your loved ones! We are so proud of the way our students have started the school year. The first three weeks have been filled with energy, hard work, and growth. By now, students have taken their first math progress check and completed an ECR in RLA. Please take a moment to review grades with your child and encourage them to attend tutorials if needed. Remember, students may redo any assignment scored below a 70—it’s one of the many ways we support their success. Thank you for partnering with us in holding students accountable and celebrating their progress.

Open House

We are excited to invite you to our Open House on Thursday, September 11. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria with our first PTA meeting of the year. Parents will then follow their child’s class schedule, visiting each period for a short time to meet teachers and hear about expectations for the year. We look forward to welcoming you and strengthening the school–home connection that makes Grant MS such a special place.

Athletic Events

Our volleyball and football seasons are underway! We love seeing so many of our families and students at games, cheering on the Cudas. Please help us maintain a positive atmosphere by modeling respect toward athletes, officials, and other spectators. Students attending games should also follow these expectations. Together, we can ensure our athletes feel the full support of our community.

MAP Testing

MAP testing begins September 8. To give students the best chance to focus, we’ll follow an adjusted block schedule, with slightly later lunch times. Thank you for helping your child come to school rested and ready to do their best. Reminder - All students must bring their Chromebooks everyday.

Chromebooks – We’re 1:1!

Every student now has their own Chromebook. Students must bring their device fully charged each day, as extras are not available in classrooms. Families may purchase optional insurance ($15) through our campus webstore to cover accidental damage or loss. We appreciate your help in reinforcing responsibility with this important learning tool.

Lunch Procedures

For the first six weeks, parents will not be able to join students for lunch. This allows students to settle into routines and build independence. As a reminder, food drop-offs are not permitted at any time. Thank you for supporting these procedures.

House Bill 1481 – Personal Communication Devices

Per state and district policy, cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and other devices must remain powered off and in backpacks during the school day. Violations may result in:

Phone released only to a parent/guardian
$15 fee
Assigned ISS

Please take a moment to review this with your child so expectations are clear.

Looking Ahead

Tomorrow marks the start of the second half of the first six weeks, and progress reports will be available online this Friday, September 5. Now is a great time to revisit study habits, check grades, and set goals for the weeks ahead. Thank you for all you do to support your child’s success at Grant Middle School. We appreciate your partnership, and we are excited about the journey ahead this year!

Your Proud Principal,

Mr. Raymond Garza