Goodrich Middle School

The PTO will be selling popcorn and candy for students during lunch on Friday, December 2nd. Each item is just $1.00!

On Thursday, December 8th, all GMS students are invited to ring in the holidays during our "Winter Extravaganza" from 2:32 - 4:00pm. This fun-filled event will be hosted by the 6th and 7th grade class leaders. This "dance" is going to be a little different from our previous events because, while there will be music and concessions, there will also be bounce houses and inflatables! In addition, there will also be a water bottle flipping competition! Tickets will be sold next week during lunch – $3 during lunch or $4 at the door.

Our Student Council holiday food drive to benefit those less fortunate in our community was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who donated! Because our students filled all of the empty boxes with donations, every student will earn an electronic lunch!

The Social Studies Department conducted a mock election on election day for all GMS students. Students voted in the Media Center precinct with their Social Studies class. Our librarian, Mrs. Stebbins, assisted teachers by checking off students names as they entered the media center and gave them each a ballot. Six “voting booths” were placed around the media center to insure privacy. When the student completed their ballots, they each received an “I Voted” sticker.

The results of our GMS election were as follows:

• Donald Trump - 303
• Hillary Clinton - 142
• Gary Johnson – (write in) 3

On November 11th, GMS paid tribute to our U.S. military veterans. A special announcement was read, followed by a moment of silence and the playing of Taps. It was our privilege to say “thank you” to our veterans for their service to our country. We honor them for their sacrifices. Special recognition was also given to the immediate family members of the staff who are currently serving in the military. We thank all veterans for keeping our nation the “land of the free and the home of the brave.” We will be forever indebted to you.

• Congratulations to all the Goodrich 7th & 8th grade band students who participated in the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association District III Solo & Ensemble Festival. They have worked very hard and will represent GMS at North Branch High School on Saturday, Dec. 3rd.

• You are invited to join us for a dose of holiday cheer at Goodrich Middle and High School's choir concert on Wednesday, Dec. 14th. The concert begins at 6:30pm in the HS Auditorium and will feature 6th & 7th grade choirs and the 8th grade girls' chorus. The High School Choir will wrap up this wonderful celebration of the season with holiday favorites you're sure to love!

• On Thursday, Dec. 15th, the Goodrich Middle School band (5th -8th grade) will take their turn on the high school auditorium stage to ring in the holidays. Be sure to come celebrate this season of cheer with great songs to ring in the season and the new year. The concert begins at 6:30pm, so get there early to get a seat. We will have a full house!

• Thank you to the Goodrich Music Boosters and Superintendent Michelle Imbrunone for purchasing the PA system for the MS band room. The MS fundraiser earnings can now be used for new music and updating supplies. Thank you to all who helped get this very helpful tool!
  

Congratulations to Laura Senish! Laura is an 8th grade trumpet player who auditioned for the Michigan School Band & Orchestra Association’s Middle School All State Band at the end of October. We are pleased to announce that Laura was accepted and will represent all of the Goodrich Area Schools and MSBOA’s District III in January at the Michigan Music Educator’s Conference at Devos Place in Grand Rapids. She will have 3 days of rehearsal to prepare for the Finale Concert. There were only four other middle and high school students in all of District III, which consists of approximately 65 schools, who were chosen. This honor recognizes Laura as one of the top 18 middle school trumpet players in the State of Michigan. Way to go, Laura!

Several 8th graders from Mrs. Simm's class made a “Hero Blanket” to cheer and warm an ill child from the Goodrich Community. GMS students have the biggest hearts and it shows every day in the little things they do for others each and every day! (L-R: Madeline Swett, Carter Lauinger, Brenden Lee, Emma Vitous)

Please join us at an informative meeting to discuss the details of an amazing opportunity to embark on a fun and educational adventure! This will be an opportunity of a lifetime to travel and see all that Spain & France have to offer. We will also be discussing any current incentives and special discounts for the trip at the meeting.

This trip is open to this year’s 8th grade students or older.

Dates: June 19-June 28, 2018

Meeting is in the High School Cafeteria

December 6, 2016 at 5:00 pm

Trip includes: Round-trip airfare, all transportation, sightseeing tours and site visits, all hotels with private bathroom, breakfast and dinner daily, as well as a full-time multi-lingual tour director. All-inclusive insurance available.

Dates and times are subject to change.

Please check our school calendar at http://www.goodrichschools.org/GMS/Events/

for the most up-to-date information!

DECEMBER:

12/1: Goodrich's Downtown Christmas - 5-9pm - Click here for info!

12/8: GMS After School Holiday Party - 2:32-4:00pm

12/10: Goodrich High School Craft Show - 10am-4pm

12/13: PTO Meeting - Oaktree Elementary - 9:15am

12/14: MS and HS Choir Christmas Concert - 6:30pm- GHS Auditorium

12/15: 5th-8th Grade Band Concert - 6:30pm - GHS Auditorium

12/19: Board of Education Meeting - 6:30pm - HS Community Room

12/22-1/3: NO SCHOOL - Winter Break

Please familiarize yourself with Goodrich Middle School's complete Attendance & Tardy policies, which can be found in our handbook on the GMS website at www.goodrichschools.org/GMS under "Student Handbook and Policies.

Yearbooks can be purchased online for $40.00 until February 24th! They will be $45.00 from February 24th-May 19th (the last day to order). Click here to order!

Rachel’s Closet, located in the office at GMS, is a closet full of clothes, supplies and personal care items that middle school age students may need, but maybe cannot afford. Students are able to visit the closet for items they need confidentially. Please talk to your child about Rachel's Closet and encourage them to see Mrs. Durant, Mrs. Lauinger, Ms. von Keltz or Mrs. Batterbee if they need anything.

For daily updates on GMS events and announcements, please be sure to check www.goodrichschools.org/GMS/! Just click on "News and Announcements" on the left side of the page. You can also check the online calendar to see upcoming events and activities!

For Parent Teacher Organization news, updates and important information, please visit the PTO website here!

Exceptional Education, Extraordinary People – We Are Goodrich!

Proud to be a Systems Accredited District.

The mission of Goodrich Area Schools is:

“Achievement for Every Learner”

Email: mdurant@goodrichschools.org
Website: http://www.goodrichschools.org/GMS/
Location: 7480 Gale Road, Goodrich, MI 48438, United States
Phone: 810-591-4210
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