GMS Weekly Newsletter
Reflections Contest
We are excited to announce the school winners of our GMS Reflections program! These individuals will be moving on to the district level for judging. Congratulations.
- Visual Arts: Arya Godase (7th), Saket Vohra (6th), Medha Vuyyuru (7th), Angela Young (7th)
- Literature: Arya Godase (7th), Sanjukta Thometi (6th), Saket Vohra (6th), Medha Vuyyuru (7th)
- Film: Jacob Aronov (8th), Arya Godase (7th)
- Music: Jacob Aronov (8th), Arya Godase (7th)
- Photography: Arya Godase (7th), Addison Jensen (6th)
- Dance: Ava Lengel (6th), Medha Vuyyuru (7th)
Girls Get IT Club
A new club will be launching at Geisler Middle School. GET IT Club is a Girls-Only technology club founded by the Michigan Council of Women in Technology (MCWT), an organization with the goal of making Michigan the number 1 state for women in STEM. This goal is being achieved through events that expose girls from K-12 to the businesses involved in technology such as Mercedes Benz. The MCWT also hosts competitions that teach girls the basics of cybersecurity and/or website design. You might have seen pictures on the district website from the most recent event the GET IT Summit at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor this year. Walled Lake Northern and Western students attend GET-IT Connection Summit
The club will be run by past Geisler Alumni Daniella Erebor(Co-President) and Brinley Evink(Secretary) and other Walled Lake Western GET IT club officers, Vanessa Nguyen(Vice-President) and Victoria Nguyen(Co-President). Their main officers were Varsity Robotics members for Yetis 7178, so they have experience to help familiarize younger girls with the basics of coding and pair programming. They aim to promote these abilities so that the students can develop communication and programming skills to help them in their future careers. The main platforms that would be used are Snap!, Code.org, and Replit which all the officers used during their Intro To Programming and AP Computer Science Principles courses taught by Mr. Klassa at Walled Lake Western.
This is a great extracurricular that girls can join to learn about their interests and continue throughout high school. During their senior year of high school, they will be able to apply for MCWT Scholarships which range from $1,000 to 5,000.
So, please spread the word to your daughters. The GET IT club will meet once a month at Geisler Middle School. Their first meeting will be Monday, December 4th from 3:10 pm - 4:10 pm in Ms. Frost’s room (121). Adult supervision will be provided at all meetings. Snacks and Drinks will be provided. Students must have reliable transportation arrangements to pick them up at 4:10 pm.
The only thing your daughters will need to bring is either a Chromebook or a computer/laptop.
Geisler Chronicles. Read all about it!
Our student newspaper, The Geisler Chronicles, has published its November issue. Get reaction to the announcement of our Teacher of the Year, update on Gus, learn about some different K-Pop artists, and try out some new recipes. Check it out at http://bit.ly/GeislerChronicles
Sports Update
Please note, whether it is a home or away game, students wishing to attend the game as a spectator, MUST be accompanied by an adult during the entire game (students may not be dropped off).
Go Wolves!
PTSA Update
Spirit Wear
Dive into the festive season with the Geisler Holiday Sale!
Discover our latest collection of unique designs perfect for everyone on your list - from parents to grandparents and beyond! Visit: https://1stplace.sale/47847
PTSA Meeting
Join us for our next PTSA meeting on December 11th at 7pm in the library!
✋Become a PTSA Member and learn about events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved before everyone else! Membership Options:
Individual Member - $11
Staff Member - $6
Student Member - $5.50
Helpful Links:
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Day
WLCSD is currently planning our Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration and need your help. This year’s theme is “You belong” with the focus on inclusivity. The keynote speaker is Kevin Szawala, aka “Mr. Peace”. Kevin is a National Youth Speaker and Michigan native who travels the county speaking to students and schools on the topics of bullying prevention, diversity and inclusion, teen mental health, and suicide awareness.
Geisler MS will soon begin working on our school exhibit that will be showcased at Walled Lake Northern High School at the annual celebration on Monday, January 15th.
Please see the District communication links below for more information on the event and a nomination form for a "Friend of Diversity." Individual students may enter individual projects to celebrate the day as well.
Express Yourself Contest Information and Entry Form (deadline 12/13)
Alec Bender Friend of Diversity Nomination Form (deadline 12/8)
FREE Before and After School Tutoring
Free before and after school tutoring is back again for the 23/24 school year! If your student is struggling in Math or Reading (ELA), please consider signing them up for some additional support. All of our tutors are certified teachers from Geisler MS. Families must be able to commit to dropping off or picking up their student on time. This is a fantastic opportunity to help your student find success while at GMS! Tutoring sessions begin on October 25. Your student's tutor will reach out to you with further details once you have completed the Tutor Request Form .