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Dear GTMS Community,

As we approach the holiday season, I want to take a moment to wish everyone a a joyous holiday season, and a restful and rejuvenating break. This time of year provides a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the successes of the past months and to prepare for the exciting opportunities ahead.

When we return in January, we look forward to welcoming our students back, ready and energized for the second half of the school year. This is the perfect time for students to set personal goals and reflect on how they want to finish the year strong, both academically and socially. With focus and determination, we know they will continue to achieve great things.

There is much to look forward to at GTMS as we move into the new year. Our upcoming events will celebrate the accomplishments of our students who consistently demonstrate the values of "Respect the Paw" by respecting themselves, others, the school, and the Galloway community. These core values are the foundation of our school culture, and we are proud of the way our students embody them daily.

Thank you for your continued support of GTMS. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our students and in our community. Wishing you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and peaceful holiday season.

Warm regards,

Paula Junker

Principal

Galloway Township Middle School

Ms. Tripician, GTMS Teacher of the Year, exemplifies dedication and passion in her teaching, inspiring students to reach their fullest potential. Her creative and engaging approach to lessons fosters a love for learning while building strong connections with her students. Through her unwavering commitment, she continuously makes a positive impact on the GTMS community.

Congratulations to the GTMS Boys Basketball Team for their outstanding performance and victory at the prestigious Dixie Howell Tournament! Their hard work, teamwork, and dedication truly paid off, making our school community incredibly proud.

A special shoutout to Ella Gunnell and Abdul Carrington, who were named the All-Star Players at the tournament! Additionally, Dylan Dellanoce was selected to be part of the "All-Tournament Team." These students' exceptional skills, sportsmanship, and leadership on the court were standout qualities, earning them this well-deserved recognition.

Way to go, Grizzlies! Let’s keep the momentum going throughout the season.

January 2: Welcome Back

January 24: MP 2 Ends

January 24: Role Model of the Month Luncheon

January 27: Student of the Month Luncheon

January 28: Sports Physicals

So excited to highlight several students who were nominated by their ELA teachers to receive a special coin for our Book Vending Machine! These students have shown a remarkable passion for reading. Some are always found with a book in hand, eagerly recommending titles to their teachers and peers, while others consistently demonstrate focus and enthusiasm during silent reading. From making daily trips to the library to taking books home for extra reading, these students exemplify a love of literature that we are proud to celebrate!

Joey Krug

Jayden Lassey

Ayaan Khan

Trinity Kilroy

Willow Idris

Jordan Mason

We’re thrilled to announce our Role Models of the Month for September! These students have exemplified outstanding character, leadership, and dedication to our core values. Please join us in congratulating the following students:

Adriana Goble

Donnie Malloy

Emily Gill

Snehil Patel

Jonathan Guedes

Emma Winneker

Eric Winkler

Mason Millard

Arlo Pfeiffer-Herbert

Hailey Schweizer

To celebrate their achievements, these students had the opportunity to make personalized Grizzly hats and enjoy some fun games together. We’re so proud of them for setting such a positive example for their peers. Keep up the great work, Grizzlies!

We are proud to recognize our Students of the Month for October! These remarkable students are excelling academically at GTMS and have shown a strong commitment to their studies. Congratulations to the following students:

Hayley Boston

Owen Perez

Trinity Kilroy

Benjamin Mannel

Mya Latouche-Kovsh

Christopher Poma Bravo

Ariel D'Ambrosio

Jeffrey Bassey

Jordyn Kelly

Ethan Lam

Jiya Patel

Maximo Fernandez

Simone James

Jonathan Narvaez

Claudia McDowell

Daniel James

Presly Felix

Emily Moscoso-Liriano

Lillian Evangelista

Jayda Hogans

Donato Fornuto

These students have demonstrated impressive academic achievements and dedication to learning. Keep up the great work, and thank you for making GTMS proud!

Students were selected for being PAWSOME!

Demonstrating good judgment

Exhibiting responsible behavior

Showing thoughtful decision-making

Making constructive decisions

Practicing good habits

7th Grade- Sade Vinson, Landon Olson, Ah'leem Winters, and Tori Hetzel

8th Grade- Maynor Irias-Osorio, John Wang, Kamille Butcher-Sims, and Josephina Messina

Students received raffle tickets from staff members as recognition for making PAWsitive choices. The school counselors then held a raffle, and the winners enjoyed breakfast with a friend. Remember, always strive to do your best. You never know who's noticing!

Do you know what it means to be a GTMS Grizzly?

At GTMS, being a Grizzly means more than just showing up to school—it’s about embodying our core values and “Respecting the Paw” in everything we do.

So, what does that look like?

The GTMS Builders Club, hosted by Mr. Santo, proudly supported Toys for Tots this year, collecting an incredible 56 toys! Thank you to everyone who contributed to spreading holiday cheer and making the season brighter for children in need!

Student council took a field trip to the Constitution Center in Philadelphia. Students experienced the Constitution through rare artifacts, historic documents, interactive galleries, and live programming. Another area of the museum that is popular and iconic, is Signers’ Hall. This invites our students to walk among the framers who added their name to the Constitution

Ms. DeFilippis recently hosted a holiday get-together with her GROW leaders, fostering collaboration and community spirit. Together, they are making exciting plans with Absegami, and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish! Stay tuned for more details about their inspiring initiatives.

The Student Council spread holiday cheer by creating heartfelt holiday cards for the residents of Spring Home Assisted Living in Galloway. Their thoughtful gestures brought smiles and warmth to the community, making the season brighter for those who received them.

The STEP team visited Spring Home this year to spread holiday cheer to the residents, bringing smiles and warmth to everyone. To make the occasion extra special, they even brought Santa along, spreading festive joy and making lasting memories with the community. It was a heartwarming event that truly captured the spirit of the season.

The STEP team had a busy and festive weekend, sharing their talents with the community. On Friday, December 6th, they performed at Raymore and Flanigan, and on Saturday, they marched (or "stepped") in the Atlantic City Winter Wonderland Parade along the AC boardwalk. Despite the chilly weather, their enthusiasm and energy kept the holiday spirit alive!

Several of our students from the band, chorus, and step team came together to spread holiday cheer at the Senior Center this season. I’m so proud of our students and staff for making our Galloway community shine!

"Team G traveled back to the 60s to celebrate the end of The Outsiders! Students enjoyed limbo, hula-hooping, and other fun games and activities. Stay Gold, Ponyboy!"

Our GTMS Chorus had the incredible opportunity to take part in the taping of the 42nd Annual Christmas Chorale, a beloved tradition that used to be broadcast on Channel 40 every Christmas Eve and Day. We're excited to share the four shows featuring our talented students—check out the links to see their beautiful performances! Enjoy the holiday spirit they bring to the season!

• President - Katherine Mutschler Pauro
• Vice President - Erin Borrelli
• Treasurer - Anna Reyes
• Recording Secretary – Nelie Yee
• Corresponding Secretary - Susan McCarty & Alexandra Southrey

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