Principal's Corner
Welcome back to a new school year! This past week, you should have received a welcome packet in the mail that includes our welcome letter with important information, picture order forms, this year's school schedule, and our district's calendar. If you did not receive this mailing, please call the office with your updated mailing address as soon as possible - thank you!
We look forward to seeing you in just a few days for our orientation on Tuesday, August 6th, from 9 AM to 12 PM. During orientation, students will have their photographs taken for their student IDs, get acquainted with the school, learn about community resources, and more. Please bring the picture packet we provided whether or not you will be ordering pictures.
October
Tuesday, Oct 1: MS Football Home Game, 6 PM
Tuesday, Oct 8: MS Football Home Game, 6 PM
Wednesday, Oct 9: Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)
Wednesday, Oct 16: MS Football Away Game, 6 PM
Thursday, Oct 17: Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal), Parent Teacher Conferences
Friday, Oct 18: Half Day (11:15 AM Dismissal), Parent Teacher Conferences; End of 1st Marking Period
Wednesday, Oct 30: Early Release (1:10 PM Dismissal)
TRIO Accepting Applications
The TRIO Educational Talent Search program of Grand Valley State University is currently accepting new 6th-12th grade scholars at Godwin Middle School and Godwin High School.
This FREE program assists scholars by providing workshops and individual meetings at their school on college-going topics, career exploration, financial literacy, college visits, study skills, financial aid awareness, assistance with completing financial aid applications, field trips, summer programming and more! The program is grant funded through the United States Department of Education. First priority for admission goes to scholars who meet federal low-income eligibility guidelines and those who would be the first in their family to attend college. Our application form is available in both English and Spanish.
To see eligibility details and to apply, visit: https://www.gvsu.edu/ets/how-to-join-22.htm
Get Active with GR Outside!
The GR Outside Gear Library is a collection of outdoor gear that is available to the entire community to borrow, such as outdoor clothing, camping, biking, kayaking, sledding gear and more. The Gear Library exists so that our community can go outside regardless of financial access to outdoor clothing and equipment. Memberships are FREE to those within Grand Rapids City Limits, and non-Grand Rapids have a small annual membership fee of $10 for an individual or $25 for the WHOLE family! Click here to learn more!
FREE Family Paddle Night w/ GR Outside
GR Outside will be at the Riverside Park Lagoon offering FREE 20 minute kayak rides August 23rd, from 5-8PM. No Registration Required!
- Paddlers under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult on the water.
Solo kayaks available for ages 10+, paddlers under 10 may ride in a tandem with an adult.
All equipment, and a basic paddling demo is included.
Front Office Email: susie.yoder@godwinschools.org
Español: dolores.perez@godwinschools.org
Location: 100 Wexford St SE, Wyoming, MI, USA
Phone: 616-252-2070
Website: https://ms.godwinschools.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GodwinMiddle