As I pause and reflect on our school year, I am filled with gratitude for the incredible Godwin Heights Middle School community. Our staff, parents, and students work together tirelessly to create an environment that fosters growth, learning, and positive experiences. The dedication and passion for everyone involved is truly commendable. Each member of our community plays a vital role in making our school the best place to learn, and I am thankful for their unwavering support.

Together, we create a nurturing and inspiring atmosphere where students can thrive academically and personally. This sense of unity and shared purpose is what sets Godwin Heights Middle School apart, and I am truly blessed to be a part of this wonderful community. I encourage you all to pause and reflect on what you are truly grateful for during this season of Thanks.

As always if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me

Dismissal is at 1:10pm. Tutoring is available 1:15 PM to 3:15 PM in room 111.

Cheer practice is 1:30pm-3:30pm

Basketball practice is 1:30pm-3pm

Due to the short school week, We will not have Tutoring Monday, November 20 & Tuesday, November 21.

There will be NO school Wednesday, November 22 - Friday, November 24. Enjoy your time!

At our school, we recognize the importance of regular attendance for the academic success of our students. We strongly encourage families to plan travel and events during scheduled school breaks. However, we understand that sometimes pre planned events may coincide with the school calendar year. In such classes, we kindly request that you notify the school office by phone or with a written note, providing the exact dates of your children's anticipated absence. Subsequently, teachers will need to complete an extended absence form to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to support your children's learning during their time away. In some instances, a meeting with school administrators may be necessary to collaboratively establish a plan for academic success during the absence. We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to these procedures, and as always, we aim for students to have fewer than 5 absences in a school year to maximize their educational experience.

Beginning the week of December 4, students will take a reading and a mathematics MAP Growth test. A MAP Growth test is a summary of how your child is performing academically. These tests and scores help teachers check student performance by measuring achievement and growth. Teachers use results to tailor classroom lessons and set goals for students.

MAP Growth tests are unique, and they adapt to your child’s responses to measure your child’s skill level. If your child answers a question correctly, the next question is more challenging. If they answer incorrectly, the next one is easier. These results will provide a more complete picture of what your child knows and is ready to learn—whether it is on, above, or below their grade level.

The specific schedule is listed below. Please do your best to ensure your child is present on these days.

Tuesday, Dec. 5= 8th Grade Reading

Wednesday, Dec. 6= 8th Grade Math

Thursday, Dec. 7= 7th Grade Reading

Friday, Dec. 8= 7th Grade Math

Tuesday, Dec. 12= 6th Grade Reading

Wednesday, Dec. 13= 6th Grade Math

For more information about MAP Growth, visit NWEA.org/familytoolkit.

The high school National Honor Society students are raising funds to cover program expenses and graduation items, and the Indoor Track team is raising money to support their season's meet entrance fees. Both groups are also contributing to the high school's Community Closet, which provides essential items to students in need.

Each coupon card is priced at $25 and offers over 40 different discounts. These coupon cards make excellent gifts for the upcoming holidays. Fundraising ends Monday, November 20th.

Scan or text to purchase - see below image for details. Your support is greatly appreciated!

This resource is available for anyone over the age of 18. Click the image to expand it and read more.

Quick Facts:

• If students have a fever, vomiting or diarrhea, they are asked to go home.

• If students or staff are COVID positive and asymptomatic or well enough to return to school (No fever for 24 hours), a well-fitting mask is encouraged. Nothing is required.

• If your child tests positive, please notify the building office. We are still required by health code to report positive cases as a communicable disease.

We have free COVID tests in the office, available for all interested staff and parents.

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Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

Email: susie.yoder@godwinschools.org
Website: https://ms.godwinschools.org/
Location: 100 Wexford St SE, Wyoming, MI, USA
Phone: 616-252-2070
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