Hope you had a great weekend!
- If you are planning on purchasing GATOR GEAR check the online store closing dates above.
- GMS Student Council is kicking off the year with a Spirit Week, check out the flyer above and let's see your GATOR SPIRIT! Best Dress-ups on Thursday and Friday WIN Prizes!!
- Tardy Hall Sweeps begin today - Be on time to class before the bell rings.
You may ask yourself, "What is a Hallway Sweep?"
A hallway sweep is a process where school Safety Monitors patrol the hallways after the start of class to identify students who have not made it to their classroom on tome.
How it works:
- Timing: Immediately after the bell rings signaling the start of class
- Process: Safety Monitors support students that have not made it to class on time, marking them as tardy and providing a tardy pass to enter the classroom
The goal of hallway sweeps is to:
- Reduce tardiness
- Create a more focused learning environment
- Improve classroom management
We want to remind you about the importance of being on time to class as every minute counts!
Why is being on time so important?
- You won’t miss out: Valuable information and activities are shared at the start of class
- Better focus: Arriving late can disrupt the learning environment for everyone - INCLUDING YOU!
- Respect for others: Starting class on time shows respect for your classmates and teachers
Being on time is an important life lesson so, let’s make a pact to be punctual! Your future self will thank you! #BeOnTime #MiddleSchoolRocks
It’s almost time! Registration for after school enrichment clubs will begin next week. Beginning, Tuesday, Aug 27, 2024 students can pick up a paper registration form from the main office. An electronic registration form will go live Thursday, August 29. Do you have a hobby or skill you’d like to share with students? If so, contact Teresa Dothard-Campbell at tcampbell@emsd37.org or by calling 309-755-1919 ext. 211.
Student invitations to join the Lights ON Scholar Academy for 5th and 6th graders will be sent to home on Tuesday, September 3rd, with an anticipated start date of Tuesday, September 17th. The Scholar Academy is an after school program that provides small group homework help and tutoring to students who are referred to the program by school staff. Space is limited, so please don’t delay registration if your child is referred to the program. Scholar Academy invitations for 7th and 8th grade will be sent home at the end of September.
Have a GATOR Week!
Mrs. Hawley
Tennis tryouts are finally here and will begin on Tuesday after school! Have any questions contact Coach St.Fluer by email at psaintfleur@emsd37.org
ATTENTION PARENTS - The YEARBOOK NEEDS YOU! Calling all Photographers! Please share pictures of GMS events with Mrs. Hawley - khawley@emsd37.org AND Mrs. Roselieb - jroselieb@emsd37.org - We Appreciate YOU!
Parents, if you want to support our fundraising efforts, consider purchasing a discount ticket at the following link: [Discount Ticket Purchase](https://app.launchfundraising.com/productFundraiserHome/student/509465?).
Let’s cheer on our Gators and make this week unforgettable!
- Attention all actors and crafters! Do you want to become a famous actor or want to learn about the behind-the-scenes experience? Come to our Gator Guild Interest Meeting on Tuesday, September 3 in the Cafeteria at 6:30pm. All students need to be accompanied by an adult, as there will be information packets and a sneak peek of what we do. See you there!
Attention 6th grade families: Physicals and Vaccinations are due by Tuesday, October 15, 2024. If they are not received by that date, your student will be excluded from school effective Wednesday, October 16, 2024. If you need assistance finding a provider, please contact the BMS Clinic at 309.755.1919 x220 or 221.
