GMS Weekly Newsletter

Good Afternoon Wolf Pack Families,

On September 19 and 20, our entire school took their first of three iReady Diagnostics in ELA and Math. iReady Diagnostics are used for two purposes: iReady results help to determine how our teaching staff can guide their instruction to help all students in remediation, pace of current content or enrichment opportunities. iReady uses the results from your student's answers to create lessons specifically designed for each child in order to improve their math and reading skills. We had most of our students complete both diagnostics during the testing window. For those students who were absent or did not finish, we hope to complete the diagnostics next week.

On Thursday afternoon, our staff participated in Professional Development. The focus of the day was for staff to create departmental goals for students to become more proficient in reading and comprehending informational text. Staff focused specifically on disciplinary literacy using vocabulary strategies to implement their goals.

There is no school on Monday of next week in observance of Yom Kippur.

Wishing you all a great long weekend!

Sincerely,

Stuart Riley

Principal, Geisler Middle School

9/25-No School-Yom Kippur

9/26-VB Game vs Walnut Creek MS-HOME

9/27-VB Game vs Muir MS-HOME

9/27-XC Meet vs White Lake/Pierce MS-HOME

10/2-VB Game vs Centennial MS-HOME

10/4-VB Game @ White Lake

10/4-XC Meet @ Oak Valley

Attention 7th Graders! Are you interested in learning about the religions and cultures of the world? 24 Students will be accepted to the Religious Diversity Journeys program to learn about the religion, culture, and practices of five religions over the course of six field trips. You get to try foods, experience music and customs, and share your experiences with other students around Oakland County.

There will be a cost of $30 per student. Pick up an application from your social studies teacher or outside room 204. Applications are due to Ms. Bryant by Friday, September 29th. Payment will be due shortly after. Please see Ms. Bryant in room 204 with questions. nancybryant@wlcsd.org

Did you miss the D.C. Trip Parent Meeting? If so, please go to our DC Trip website to review the information that was shared at the meeting, along with information on registration and completing the necessary forms.

As a reminder, all fundraising order forms and money must be turned in to Mr. Yu in Room 212 or the main office by Tuesday, September 26. Orders will arrive on October 24.

Please reach out to Mr. Yu at TorryYu@wlcsd.org with any questions you may have.

Fall sports are well under way and our athletes are working hard. This week, the volleyball teams competed against Pierce and Mason. Both teams fought hard. The 7th grade team beat Mason and the 8th grade team won against Pierce. Way to go!

The teams will compete against Walnut Creek on Tuesday, September 26th and Muir on Wednesday. Both games are at home. Come out and support our athletes if you can.

Cross Country is also off to a great start! The team competed against Mason this week and the boys won. The girls also competed well, but came up short. The team will compete against White Lake and Pierce middle schools on Wednesday September 27th on our home turf. Come out and cheer them on if you can.

Go Wolves!

PTSA UPDATE

We hope everyone had an informative night at Curriculum Night! Thank you to our incredible staff for everything you did to help families understand our students’ workload and class expectations.

We’re actively seeking volunteers to help us run our PTSA Audit! Interested? Send us an email: geislerptsa1@gmail.com

Keep these on your radar:

Fall Ball: October 17th, 2023 - more details to come!

PTSA MEETING: 10/9/2023 at 7pm in the Media Center - show your support, learn more about what’s happening at the school, and vote on the budget!

GEISLER GEAR: Show your Wolf Pack Pride with some new spirit wear! Shop Now: https://1stplace.sale/47847

Become a PTSA Member: It’s not too late to become a PTSA Member!

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