GMS Weekly News and Notes

The GMS Wellness Department did a fantastic job with the main lobby display for December. The display contains a lot of very helpful information for students who are looking to maintain good physical and mental health, mirroring a lot of the topics covered in the health curriculum.

Along the same lines, we recognize that, while there is a lot of joy and excitement at this time of year, winter and the holiday season can also be challenging for kids and adults alike. If your student is struggling emotionally, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at the school. We can help connect families with resources and support.

Congratulations to the cast and production crew of Trap, the first ever GMS fall play. Please see below for all of the highlights!

Please remember that the ballot vote on the GMS building project will take place on Tuesday, December 10th.

One additional reminder that this Wednesday, December 11th will be an early dismissal day for students. Students will be dismissed at 11:05AM

The Fall Caregiver Survey is open. Please take a few minutes to provide your feedback on the year so far. The more families we hear from, the better our data is for planning purposes.

From Ms. Kennedy

The GMS math team competed against their counterparts from Mansfield on Thursday, taking first place in the competition. Congratulations to our Bulldog Mathletes!

The GMS premiered its first ever Fall Play. The show, Trap, was a nail biting Sci-Fi thriller. The students were so well rehearsed, embodying their characters, and invested in the show that it was enough to give even the bravest nightmares! Kudos to director Amy Delaney, assistant director Corinne Coates, and the whole crew of staff and students!

Mr. Murphy and 6th grader Cassidy Shepherd both hit on the Elf theme with their fashion choices earlier this week. Smiling remains a favorite of Team Meteorites!

Between December 3 and December 10th, Student Leadership will be taking pre-orders for candy canes. Students can buy a candy cane for a friend, a teacher, or themselves. All candy canes are $1 each and all proceeds will go directly to the Animal Protection Center of SouthEastern Massachusetts. Candy Canes will be delivered to students at the end of the day on Friday, 12/20.

Attention, Students and Families!

Get your yearbook now for the lowest price of the season! Order your

copy for only $36! But hurry, because prices will increase after December!

Don't miss out on capturing your memories! All grade levels are featured in the book.

Order your yearbook today!

Yearbooks can be purchased by using our direct link of Galvin Middle School 2024-2025 Yearbook

"The big moment for the GMS Building Project is here! This is a community reminder that the Town of Canton will be holding a Tuesday, December 10 Ballot vote for final approval of the GMS Building Project. Every vote counts!"

To learn more about the GMS Building Project, please visit www.galvinmsproject.com.

This week's fact comes to us from the Science department:

A snowflake can take up to two hours to fall from a cloud to the ground. (National Geographic)

MS Nursing students from Curry College, Jenna and Alexis, created a beautiful bulletin board in the nurse's office. Their project focuses on the physical and mental side effects of social media. We invite students to stop by and take a look at this valuable information to help them make safer health choices related to electronics use.

A resource for parents to help aid their children in learning about safe social media use includes a contract that outlines online stewardship rules and prevents risky behaviors.

connectsafely.org/teens-pledge/

Lindsey Coppola, RN
(508) 584-1070 x3110

Tara Medeiros, RN

(508) 584-1070 x316

The next GMS CAPT meeting will take place on Monday, February 3rd at 6:10PM in the GMS Library. We invite all interested parents and guardians to attend!

Wednesday, December 11th: Early dismissal day for students

Friday, December 20th: Early dismissal day

December 23rd- January 1st, 2025: Winter Holiday Break

Check out the latest events from around town!

At a Glance - New Event(s)

• Mary E. Wentworth Recreation Facility Master Plan & Feasibility Study

Courtney Gaboury, Administrative Assistant

Jim Spillane, Assistant Principal

Karim Gibson, Dean of Students

Ginny Martin, Student Services Team Chair

Email: mulhernj@cantonma.org
Website: https://www.cantonma.org/gms/index
Location: 55 Pecunit Street, Canton, MA, USA
Phone: 781-821-5070