GVMS Newsletter May 2025

The 2024–2025 school year is coming to an end, and it’s time to celebrate!

8th Grade Continuation will be held on May 29th from 10:00–11:00 a.m. in the GVMS gym. Students should dress nicely for the occasion. Refreshments will be provided afterward, and there will be time to take photos with family and friends.

Following the ceremony, the entire school will join in a celebration with yearbook signing and fun activities.

To wrap up the last day of school, we will hold an Awards Ceremony from 2:30–4:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 3rd:

• MayFest at Cottonwood Park from 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
• Track at Basalt

Monday, May 5th:

Student-Led Conferences from 11-7 p.m.

~ If your child has not signed up for their SLC with their Advisory teacher, please call the office at 970-285-5707.

Tuesday, May 6th-Thursday, May 8th:

NWEA Reading and Math

Monday, May 12th:

Student-Led Conferences from 8-4 p.m.

~ If your child has not signed up for their SLC with their Advisory teacher, please call the office at 970-285-5707.

Tuesday, May 13th:

8th grade Career Fair

Friday, May 16th:

Night at the Museum from 5:30-7 p.m.

~ Come celebrate our amazing 6th, 7th, and 8th grade learners as we showcase their achievements in history class! Explore engaging student projects, presentations, and creative displays that bring the past to life.

Tuesday, May 20th:

• Band Concert at GVHS @ 7 p.m.
• 6th grade trip to Eureka! McConnell Science Museum

Thursday, May 22nd:

Choir and Ukulele Concert at GVMS @ 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 20th-Friday, May 23rd:

Finals Week!

Saturday, May 24th:

GVHS graduation!

Thursday, May 29th:

• Last Day of School
• 8th Grade Continuation at 10 a.m.
• Awards Ceremony from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

Summer School will run from June 9th-26th at the transportation center near GVHS. The hours will be from 9-3 p.m. daily with busing and lunches provided.

This is an excellent opportunity to balance support and accountability for your child's learning. Any student who fails a core class for either first or second semester will be required to attend summer school to recover the grade and course learning. The school will be contacting you throughout the next few weeks if your child needs to attend.

When: May 30th - June 5th, 2026

Where: Students will explore pivotal landmarks across Boston, New York City, and Philadelphia, from the Boston Tea Party Ships and Ellis Island to the Liberty Bell. Along the way, they’ll bear witness to the revolutionary birth of our nation and gain insights into the figures and foundational moments that helped to shape it.

More Information: If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Peskuski at at rpeskuski@garfield16.org. To enroll your child or learn more about the trip, visit: www.efexploreamerica.com/2885982YB.