GMS Weekly Newsletter
High School 8th Grade Family Night
No matter which WL High School your child attends, they will be in great hands. On Tuesday, March 4, your 8th grade child and family members may visit the HS they will be attending next year to find out more about the 9th grade curriculum, clubs, sports and extra-curricular activities.
The Geisler Chronicles
The snow days placed a little delay in the publishing of our “January” issue of The Geisler Chronicles, but it is now out and we have everyone covered with some sweet dessert recipes, an overview of the iReady incentive program, a review of a new Korean restaurant in Novi, lots of K-Pop reviews, along with some of our regular content including the return of our student showcase from the GMS art room! Check it out at http://bit.ly/GeislerChronicles
DC Trip Update
Students who needs to take medication (prescribed and over-the-counter) must have a district medication form completed. These forms were distributed this week in social studies classes and can be found here (overview information & form). Except in extenuating circumstances, the completed forms with a physician signature are due back to Mr. Yu by Monday, April 1st.
The DC Trip Spring Parent Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 17 at 6:30pm in the GMS Cafeteria. The purpose of this meeting is to go over trip expectations, packing information, review the itinerary, meet chaperones, and ask final questions. More information to come. Students will have a pre-departure meeting the day prior to the trip during school.
Please contact Mr. Yu (TorryYu@wlcsd.org) with any additional questions you may have.
Computer Science Discovery with Maya Prep
Maya Prep is hosting a FREE after school enrichment for students who are interested in computer science, coding and web design. At the end of the sessions, students compete for CASH PRIZES in a "Hack-a-thon" for the best "technology project." These classes are taught by community members who work in the technology field. This was a huge hit with our students last year. Please see the flyer below for more information and course dates. It is important that students have reliable transportation when the class ends. Students must be pre-registered in order to attend the classes. Please see the attached flyer for registration information. First class will begin March 5.
PTSA Update
WINTER WONDERLAND DANCE: March 7th from 3-4:30pm
We're about to turn GMS into a Winter Wonderland - get in on the fun by signing up to volunteer for the winter dance: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D49A5AA2CA6F85-47952580-gmswinter
Student tickets to the Winter Wonderland are now ON SALE: https://app.memberhub.gives/9eb96b In-person cash ticket sales will start the week of 2/26 during lunches.
Ticket Options:
- $5 = Entry
- $10 = Entry + 10 Raffle Tickets
- $15 = Entry + 15 Raffle Tickets
- $20 = Entry + 20 Raffle Tickets
8th Grade Dance Committee Needed
The 8th Grade Dance will take place on Thursday, June 6th from 6:30-8:30pm in the cafeteria and the gym. Our counseling department needs help planning the event with the PTSA - consider signing up to help: https://forms.gle/sMrfRU6YG7RUovDs9
Join the PTSA Board for 2024-2025
There are positions open on the PTSA Board for the next school year including:
VP 1 & 2
Treasurer
Membership Chair
Get involved and join the board! Interested? Email Hillary Glaser: hlglaser@gmail.com
Sports Update
Girls Basketball and Wrestling are doing well! 6th and 7th grade girls basketball fought hard, but lost to Walnut Creek. Our 8th grade team beat Walnut Creek, Woohoo! Wrestling also won their matches this week against Walnut Creek and Sarah Banks, Way to go! Next week is Mid-Winter Break. After break the Girls basketball team takes on White Lake away on Wednesday, February 28th and Centennial at home on Thursday, February 29th. Wrestling has a match on Wednesday, February 28th at home. Come out and cheer them on if you can. Students who wish to attend Home or Away games MUST be accompanied by an adult. No student spectators will be admitted to events without proper adult supervision. Thank you for your cooperation. Good luck to all of our athletes. Go Wolves!
Parent Volunteers Needed
Calling all engineers, programmers, or robot enthusiasts! The GMS Robotics team is looking for mentors. The team meets on Thursdays from 3-4:45 at GMS. Whether you are able to join us part of the time or every week, our team would appreciate your experience and enthusiasm. Please email Mrs. Frost if you are interested in helping our students: rachelfrost@wlcsd.org.
Students of the Month
Congratulations to our Students of the Month! These students have been nominated by one of their teachers for being an outstanding student in their classroom. We are very proud of your accomplishment!
Ava Lengel 6
Myles Rosenberg 6
Hussain Mala 7
Ty Ormond 7
Anthony Lako 8
Sienna Melly 8
Robert Thompson 8
Earth Day Contest
WLCSD is holding its annual Earth Day Poster Contest. Posters must highlight everyday actions we can take to help conserve our resources. Contest finalists will be recognized by the Board of Education at the May board meeting along with having their art displayed throughout the District for the month of April. 11 x 17 paper can be picked up in the Attendance Office or from Mrs. Tillman in the art room. Submit artwork no later than March 15 to the Attendance Office. Please see the attachment for details. Good Luck!
FREE Before and After School Tutoring
Free before and after school tutoring is back again for the 23/24 school year! If your student is struggling in Math or Reading (ELA), please consider signing them up for some additional support. All of our tutors are certified teachers from Geisler MS. Families must be able to commit to dropping off or picking up their student on time. This is a fantastic opportunity to help your student find success while at GMS! Tutoring sessions begin on October 25. Your student's tutor will reach out to you with further details once you have completed the Tutor Request Form .
