March 13, 2023
Greetings, GMS Families -
I hope the four-day weekend was enjoyable for the students. Having the day off after the time change, was really nice. We will wrap-up scheduling items this week (for rising 7th and 8th graders). Current 6th graders will enter their schedule requests tomorrow/Tuesday (3/14) at school. Current 7th graders will enter their requests this Wednesday (3/15). We bumped this back one extra day due to the long, four-day weekend. They did not get much time to speak with their teachers first, if needed.
Recent STUDENT SHOUT OUTS: Carsen Eversole, Jace Fraley, Seb Kerr, Avery Jean, Andrew Morris, Jake King, Barrett Waggoner, Caleb Bishop, Rubi Lechuga, Emma Biehle, Caitlyn Orr, Campbell Reding, Braden Fleming, Lucy Ehrin, Lily Neumer, Lane Bolden, Emma Wohlford, Emma Howell, Parker Costa, Harrison Wyatt, Sierra McMillen, Caden Moore, Josie Opfer, Katelyn Bates, Aidan England, Caleb McGuire, Luke Mahl, Devon Morrison, Isaiah Cunningham, Caleb Bishop, Olivia Powers, James Gulledge, Elle Mortimer, Oliver Rodgers, Bailie Prystash, Auggie Housteau, Emma Treece, Molly Bruce, Ella Dils, Annika Dejong, Maddox Kempf, AJ Clark, Hope Mate, Henrietta Nathanson, Nyah Painter, Lillian Rosendahl, Rylan Board, Blake McCarthy, Liam Bate, Ellie Gross
Bi-Weekly raffle winners: Josie Opfer, Ballie Prystash, Braden Fleming, Luke Mahl, Isaiah Cunningham
Way to go!
As always, please let us know if you have any questions, concerns, or positive thoughts to share.
Respectfully,
Lisa Sealover-Ormond
Principal, GMS
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NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
FINAL QUARTER and FALL SPORTS
ALL current 7th and 8th graders - if you plan to participate in school fall sports (2023), the 4th qtr we are in right now, determines your eligibility.
FEE NOTICES
We recently sent out fee notices, via email, if your child's fees have an outstanding balance. Let us know if you have questions.
LIVE WELL
Marijuana changes the physical make-up of the brain and can lower IQ by 5 points. Researchers have found adolescents who abuse marijuana have less brain volume, or gray matter, in the orbitofrontal cortex which is responsible for decision making.
8th GRADE EXIT SURVEY
Each year we ask students in grades 3, 6, 8, and 12 to reflect on their overall experiences in their respective buildings in the form of a brief survey. The GMS 8th gr survey will be completed during the week of April 11. The information will allow building and district leaders to also reflect on the student experiences at each building and respond accordingly. A list of survey questions can be found here.
GMS DRAMA CLUB
The drama club has three sold out shows, so we have added a Saturday (3/25) matinee at 2pm. Those tickets will go on sale at 5pm tomorrow/Tuesday (3/14). Use this link: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/71694 Play/Musical dates are March 23, 24, and 25.
DISTRICT WEBSITE FEEDBACK NEEDED
Mr. Brown recently sent out this message seeking feedback: Granville Schools are starting the process of transitioning to a new website provider. We would like to make sure the website matches the students, parents, and communities' need for information. Please complete the brief survey below. Your input is critical to building a website that matches your needs! Thank you in advance for your participation!
SCHOOL COUNSELING
- C-Tec offers Summer Camps! - click here and here
- College and Career Week are coming up next week! Students will be given resources to explore career paths and colleges!
- Here is a great article on Sleep and Children's Mental Health from On Our Sleeves
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me.
Miss McClenathan
(740)587-8141
SCHOOL SPORTS & CLUBS
9th GRADE BOYS SOCCER MEETING
Rising 9th grade boys soccer players and parents are all welcome an informational meeting on Tuesday, March 21 at 7:00pm in the GMS project center.
REMINDERS
COMMUNITY EVENT 3/14 at GHS @ 5:30pm
Chris Herren, a former professional basketball player who struggled with substance use for many years, will share his story from addiction to sobriety with a goal of making a positive difference in the lives of others. In this very personal presentation, Chris addresses the issue of substance use and addiction, and how we can work together as a community to advocate for effective treatment and embrace the power of recovery. Registration is required for this free community event. To register, please call the LMH Development Office at (220) 564-4102.
23-24 SCHOOL CALENDAR IS READY
Click here for next school year's calendar (23-24).
YEARBOOK - UPDATE
The Yearbook Club has been busy documenting events from all aspects of student life. Don’t miss out on the memories from this amazing school year. The on-line store will remain open through March 31. Don’t delay, purchase your yearbook today!
Thank you to all the families who have already purchased a book. If you need to verify your purchase to avoid a duplicate order, please contact Michelle Bain at [email protected]
PLANNING AHEAD for STATE TESTING
For planning purposes (dr apts, etc.), here is the GMS state testing schedule:
March 28-29: ELA 7 and 8 state testing
April 18-19: Math 7, Math 8, Pre-Alg, Alg, and Geo state testing
April 25-26: Science 8 and Bio state testing
Testing takes place the first two hrs of school on each day listed above.
CALENDAR & SCHEDULES
3/14 ACE
6th graders entering course requests during school day
3/15 Late arrival
7th graders graders entering course requests during SS class
3/16 ACE
3/21 ACE
3/22 Late arrival
3/24 ACE
3/28 State Testing for ELA, modified schedule
3/29 State Testing for ELA, modified schedule
3/31 Last day before spring break
Spring Break dates are 4/1 through 4/10. Classes resume 4/11.