GMS Falcon Update

GMS is so thankful for the many presenters on our annual Career/Manufacturing Day. In the past, this has traditionally been a "Manufacturing Day" event, however we wanted to present a more inclusive look for students this year, it will also allow us to branch out to more local businesses from a variety of fields. Our simple goal is to provide students with ideas about what their future can hold and what it takes to get there. This year, we had the following companies represented: KTH, Miami Valley Gasket / Dayton Seals and Packing, Energy Optimizers, Studio 446, Mercy Health (Springfield Regional), Ohio Hi-Point Pre-Engineering Program, Waibel, Breezy Bombers, Clark State, Nutrien Ag, Valco Industries, The Gowan Company, CEED LLC, Mary Rutan Hospital and Ohio Hi-Point Business Program "The Nest".

Last week GMS had the opportunity to host Elec Simon with a "Motivational Music" Assembly. This was brought to us largely through a Champaign County Arts Council grant written by Graham Parent (and Urbana Teacher) Michele Slone. The Arts Council President is GMS teacher Gail Wilson. Elec spent time on Broadway with STOMP, and with the Cleveland Cavaliers, sharing his special high-energy performances and motivational messages.

We have confirmed the final trip meeting with K&K Tours. The final meeting will take place November 3rd. Chaperones will meet at 6:00pm in the Innovation Hub, while all others will join us at 7:00 in the Auditeria.

Our annual flower sale is underway. In the past, we only sold poinsettias, but this year there are many more options. The sale helps raise funds for the 8th grade trip to Washington DC. Students currently in grades 6 and 7 can raise funds for their future trip. The plants are grown by Green and Growing Greenhouse (formerly David's Greenhouse) in Christiansburg. All students in grades 6 and 7 should have information already. If additional forms are needed, please have their student let their social studies teacher or the office know.

Fundraiser Ends - November 17

Pickup - December 3rd

Reminder to anyone who plans to do picture retakes, our retake day is not for another two weeks, but don't lose your order packet as you will need to return it for retakes if you choose. Anyone who was absent on picture day will have your picture taken on November 17th as well.

We still have additional order forms for those choosing to order photos in the office.

The Graham Athletic Boosters will host their annual Monte Carlo fundraiser on November 16th at the fairgrounds. Pre-Sale tickets are available at the Board office, from any Boosters member, or online via the following link: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/3FPDQKWPPDHVD/checkout/Q7F5WJPZRI26AOYWU2CIRY2G?fbclid=IwdGRjcANwThZjbGNrA3BOEWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeCg1ohzD1I_7mzEYgdtR_AORcuO0axgq4mJxnpcyyvIya_fGV0IM6D_LDUWc_aem_kFeGp5h9EHftycUZPgLDWQ

The Scholastic Book Fair will be at GMS November 10-13 and available to students during their lunch/recess/intervention blocks. Any proceeds from the book fair go towards providing more books for teacher classroom libraries.

Visit our Book Fair homepage for more information, preview, shopping online, or setting up an e-wallet for your student: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/grahammiddleschool1

** If you are a district approved volunteer and wish to help with book fair, please contact Mr. Guidera.

Be sure you update Final Forms with any changes in address or phone numbers.

Check our Graham Middle School Website. Call- (937) 663-5339

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November

1 - Band Varsity Show (GMS Auditeria)

3 - Mobile Dentist at GMS

3 - DC Fall 2025 Trip Final Meeting (Chaperones 6:00pm, everyone 7:00pm)

4 - Winter Sports Pictures @ GHS after school

4 - Marching Band Banquet (GMS Auditeria)

4- STEAM Club 2:20- 3:30

10-13 Scholastic Book Fair at GMS

12 - “See Me. Hear Me” Cyberbullying Assembly

14 - No School (Staff Professional Day)

15 - Athletic Boosters Monte Carlo Night

17 - GMS Picture Retake Day (7:45 start)

18 - STEAM Club 2:20- 3:30

18 - NJHS Induction Ceremony

20 - Quarter 2 Interims sent home in HR

20- Kindness Club Meeting 2:20-3

21-25 Washington DC Trip

26-28 - No School (Thanksgiving Break)

Vicki Packard-Cooper - Assistant Principal

Keara Kettler - Pupil Services Coordinator

Holly Rice - Secretary

Grades 6-8

Email: guideran@grahamlocalschools.org
Website: www.grahamlocalschools.org
Location: 9644 W US HWY 36 Saint Paris, Ohio 43072
Phone: 937-663-5339
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gmsfalcons/
Twitter: @grahammidschool