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GMS NEWSLETTER
August 2023
Message from the Principal...
Our open house, parent night, will not be until September 21st at 6 p.m. Parents will be receiving more information on this important, fun and informational evening.
We have a great staff at Gaylord Middle School who are committed to getting to know each and every student and preparing them for the next level. I truly look forward to getting to know your children as well. Please feel free to email anytime with questions or concerns at somervillej@gaylord.k12.mi.us.
Joe Somerville
Principal
Welcome Back Packet
A packet of information was mailed this week for each GMS student. Included in this packet were the following documents:
- Welcome Back letter from Mr. Somerville – includes the students first hour teacher and general information about GMS
- Student Information Record - please review, make necessary changes, sign and return with your student on the first day
- Network/Internet Access Agreement/Handbook Acknowledgement (link to view the GMS handbook https://gms.gaylordschools.com/forms-resources) - please review and complete; return with your student on the first day
- Technology Protection Plan for Chromebook - must be signed/paid for by September 16, 2023 - this form is optional
- FERPA for Immunizations - 7th Grade Students only - please review and complete; return with your student on the first day
- Directory Opt Out form - this form is optional; if you choose to complete this form, please return with your student
First Day of School
School is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, September 5th with the first hour bell ringing at 7:45 am. Seventh grade students will report to the gym immediately upon arrival at school. Eighth grade students will report to their first hour class at the bell.
Student's complete schedule will be given by their first hour teacher; they will also be assigned a locker and combination. The first day is a full day of instruction.
Hot lunch will be served. Menus can be found on our website, gaylordschools.com.
Prescription Medication Procedure
VIP Night for Parents
Parent Portal
Athletics - Fall Sports Information
Students interested in playing sports at Gaylord Middle School this year must have a current physical on file in the GMS office before you are able to participate.
Girls' volleyball will have open gyms at GMS on Aug. 29, 30, 31 4:00-5:15PM. Tryouts will be Sept. 5th and 6th, 2:45-4:45PM at GMS for both 7th & 8th grade. The 7th grade coach is Jennie Boike. The 8th grade coach is Julia Neuvirth.
The first day of official football practice is Aug. 21st at the GIS field 5-7PM. 7th grade coaches are Nehemiah Shane and Ryan Wood. The 8th grade coaches are Richard Letourneau and Jake Huffman.
Cross Country practice will begin on Aug. 28th from 5-6PM at GMS. Scott Doederlein is the coach. Go to the REMIND app and use phone number 81010 and message @gmscross23 for additional information.
Contact GMS AP/AD, Dave Smith, at smithd@gaylord.k12.mi.us or call 731-0848 if you have any questions.
Pesticide Form
Important Dates:
September 21st - VIP Night for parents
October 13th - Picture Day
November 1st - NO SCHOOL for students; PD for staff
November 14th - Picture Retakes
November 15th - NO SCHOOL for students & staff
November 23rd & 24th - NO SCHOOL for students & staff - Thanksgiving Break
December 22nd thru January 1st - NO SCHOOL for students & staff - Holiday Break
January 15th - NO SCHOOL for students; PD for staff
March 25th - April 1st - NO SCHOOL for students & staff - Spring Break
May 27th - NO SCHOOL for students & staff - Memorial Day
June 5th (tentative) - Last day (half day)
Gaylord Middle School
Joe Somerville, Principal
Dave Smith, Assistant Principal
Location: 600 E Fifth Street, Gaylord, MI
Phone: 989-731-0848