GMS Weekly Newsletter

Good Afternoon Wolf Pack Families,

We have had a wonderful week at GMS! The Orchestra and Band performances by our 6th grade students were fantastic. I am always amazed by how much growth our students make in such a short period of time. Special thanks to Ms. Burdek, Ms. Podnar and Ms. Rouse-Freitag for preparing these students to perform at such a high level. Mr. Snody was recognized as our GMS Teacher of the Year. I am lucky to work with so many excellent educators! Thanks to Mr. Charnas and Ms. Wasiak for hosting a lunch time tutoring session to help prepare many of our students for the 6th grade math Benchmark Assessment. 28 students chose to take the opportunity to use their lunch time to be better prepared for their test and we are proud of their dedication to their learning.

Next week is a short week. There will not be a weekly newsletter sent. Wishing all of our Wolf Pack families a Happy Thanksgiving. May you all enjoy the time to relax and enjoy your loved ones.

Have a great weekend!

Stuart Riley

Principal, Geisler Middle School

Upcoming Events

11/25-Boys Basketball vs. Walnut Creek MS-AWAY

11/27-1/2 Day-Thanksgiving Break

11/28-No School-Happy Thanksgiving

11/29-No School-Thanksgiving Break

12/2-Boys Basketball vs. Sarah Banks MS-HOME

12/4-Boys Basketball vs. Centennial MS-AWAY

12/9-Boys Basketball vs. White Lake MS-HOME

12/11-Co-Ed Swimming/Diving Meet @ Milford HS

As shared in yesterday's District Update, the Facility Utilization Study recommendation plan includes the proposed repurposing of Geisler Middle School and adjustments of some building feeder patterns. We encourage all staff and families to review the plan to understand its details and impact.

For additional information, including previously shared presentations and a deeper dive into the process, please visit the Facility Study webpage.

Congratulations to Mr. Snody as being recognized as the Geisler MS Teacher of the Year! Mr. Snody is an outstanding science teacher, coach and union representative. He works tirelessly to create interesting and fun lessons that spark curiosity and wonder in his science classroom. Special thanks to all of the students, families and staff who submitted nominations for many of the amazing teachers that come to work each day at Geisler. Each school sends all eligible nominations to it's "partner school" where a team chooses the Teacher of the Year. Mr. Snody will be formally recognized along with all WLCSD TOTY at a January Board of Education Meeting.

There was plenty of excitement this week in boys basketball with a total of 3 games happening. The 7th grade boys defeated Pierce on Monday, Oak Valley on Wednesday, and Millenium Thursday to remain UNDEFEATED! 8th grade was also victorious against Pierce, but despite their hard work and valiant effort, fell short to Oak Valley and Millenium. The teams have been improving with each game and every practice. They show their determination and grit on every possession. Be sure to check them out as they continue their journey through this season.

Wrestling - On Tuesday, 11/26, there will be an informational meeting with the wrestling coach at 3:15 PM in the cafeteria. Any students interested should attend. It’s also a great reminder to get your physical and permission slip in so you can participate!

Swimming - On Tuesday, 11/26, there is an information meeting at Central High School, 6 PM at the pool balcony. Please check the handout in school for more information. A physical and permission slip will also be needed for swimming, so if you don’t have one, please have one before the practices start.

REMINDER - All students attending our middle school athletic events as spectators will need an adult chaperone who will be responsible for them. Those without a chaperone will not be allowed to attend.

The third bus for the Washington, D.C. trip is officially open! We have 2 seats remaining on the third bus and registration will be open until these seats are filled, or Thanksgiving (whichever comes first). Click here to register for one of these seats. When you register, you will need to pay the initial deposit on the trip portal and the required CFAR insurance.

More trip information and required forms can be found in this newsletter. Additionally, 8th grade families are invited to participate in the DC trip fundraiser that is now open and runs through December 7. Click here for more information.

Email Mr. Yu with any trip questions you may have at TorryYu@wlcsd.org.

REGAL THEATERS MOVIE TICKET FUNDRAISER - 11/16-12/15

Lights, Camera, Action Geisler Middle School has just launched a Regal Fundraising Campaign where 25% of your purchase goes directly to our cause! This ticket bundle is perfect for movie enthusiasts who don't want to miss out on the latest hits or catch their favorite films before they leave the big screen. Use our unique fundraiser page to join in and enjoy the magic of movies at Regal: https://www.groupraise.com/offer-campaigns/47382

Website | Facebook | Email | Become a PTSA Member

We are so excited that we will begin FREE before and after school tutoring for Math and ELA starting on Monday, November 11. If your student struggles in either/both of these subjects or iReady, this is a great opportunity for them to get additional support. Consider asking your student's math/ELA teacher if tutoring might be good for them when you meet at conferences on November 14. You may register for tutoring at anytime from now through the end of the November. Our tutoring sessions are led by GMS teachers!

Students MUST be registered in order to attend. They must also be dropped off and picked up on time in order to continue. See the QR code below to register or use this link: https://forms.gle/NL4iZKeouXhfht9F7

Congratulations to all of our hard working students who made the Honor Roll. We could not be more proud of you! Your effort, attitude and determination have paid off. 384 students made the honor roll this marking period! Certificates will be distributed to each Honor Roll student during 6th hour on Monday. Please see the attached document for a list of all MP1 Honor Roll Students.

Congratulations to our Leaders of the Pack (formerly known as 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!

September Leaders of the Pack

Favour Ogbonnaya- 6th

Daniela Zaleta-Romero- 6th

Blake Dado-7th

Jace Drewery-7th

Maddy Sullivan- 7th

Clara Murray-8th

October Leaders of the Pack

Caleb Worden- 6th

Gabriel Menking- 6th

Milan Jackson- 7Th

Karineh Manoogian- 7th

Lilith Sulla-7th

Payton Bressler- 7th

Setya Asadian- 8th

Henry Breen- 8th

Radhika Manga- 8th

Be sure to pick up your copy of the latest issue of our school newspaper, The Geisler Chronicles! Just in time for Halloween, there are some festive recipes, history of the holiday, tips to stay safe, and a lot more in this issue. Check it out online at http://bit.ly/GeislerChronicles or pick up your copy in front of the attendance office.

Mrs. Hernandez is starting an after school Game Club beginning on November 6. This is a great opportunity for students to have some fun, meet new friends and learn some new board/card games! Please see the information below including the permission slip that will need to be signed in order to attend.

If you are a family that could use additional food over the weekends and are having difficulty finding the finances to do so, let us help! GMS and Hospitality House have partnered together to provide food to many of our students/families in need. Sometimes the need is temporary and others need it consistently throughout the year. Either is ok! Please contact your child's counselor, Mrs. Hart or Ms. Garvin if you have questions or would like to sign up for this program.