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MIDDLE SCHOOL SOUTH
October 20, 2023
This Week at GMSS
From the Desk of Ms. Murdock
Good afternoon!
Today is the last day of the first quarter! Grades will be finalized and ready for your viewing on Friday, October 27th.
Reminder that there is not school for students this coming Monday or Tuesday! We welcome back all students to kick off the 2nd quarter!
Lost & found- If you have been in the building you will see the very large collection of Lost & Found- including 30 coats, 10 lunch boxes, 60 sweatshirts and 32 water bottles! I am speechless! This is located directly outside of the cafeteria. Please swing by and collect items as we do not hold items all year. Left items will be donated at the end of each quarter. We will remove all items by next Friday, October 27th.
SUMMER OPPORTUNITY
Students and parents who are interested in a field trip to Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park, and Yellowstone National Park this summer. The trip will be from June 5th – 12th is chaperoned by current and retired Gahanna teachers who have extensive experience with student travel and a vast knowledge of the area. Students and parents need to attend only one of the informational meetings listed below. email Rhonda Wamsley (wamsleyr@gjps.org) with questions. We hope to see you at one of the meetings!
Tuesday, October 24th @ GMSEast in Library from 7:00 – 7:45 p.m.
Wednesday, October 25th @ GMSWest in Library from 7:00 – 7:45 p.m.
Thursday, October 26st @ GMSSouth in Library from 7:00 – 7:45 p.m.
From the desk of Mr. Bonath
The Color Battle has been moved to Wednesday, October 25th! This gives us all a little more time to get donations and to win more prizes!
Here's the important part! Funds raised this year will be used for Field trips, PBIS Incentives, Student Activities and Clubs. If you can help, below is the link to donate:
https://myapexevent.com/gahanna-south-middle-school-color-games
There you will have the option to select your student (participant) for the donation to count towards him/her and towards our class as well. Please help us reach our goal by talking to family & friends about donating on behalf of your student. If you prefer to make a cash/check donation simply put the donation in an envelope with your student's full name and have it delivered to the front office. *Checks should be made payable to GMS PTO*.
Thanks for your ongoing support!
The Heart & Pride Nomination Form will remain available year-round and is open to any member of our staff, regardless of position.
ATHLETICS
It is time for winter tryouts!! Please see our website for all information and tryout dates!
Departments
Athletics
Learn more about Middle school athletics
Middle School South
Questions can be directed to Mr. Sendelbach
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Student Leadership has planned an upcoming Spirit Week!
Wednesday: 10/25 - PJ's Day
Thursday: 10/26 Age Day
~Teachers- Choice
~8th grade - Senior Citizens
~7th grade - Middle Aged
~6th grade- Baby/Toddler
Friday: 10/27 - Survivor Colors
Monday: 10/30 - Dress like a Celebrity
Tuesday: 10/31 Halloween Costumes -- NO masks or "weapons"
ALL spirit days must be school appropriate wear!
7th Grade FUN NIGHT 11/2- MORE TO COME
From the Guidance Office
Do not hesitate to reach out to our counseling team with any questions or concern.
Mrs. Artis (students with last names A-K) artisa@gjps.org
Miss Lubinski (students with last names L-Z) lubinskij@gjps.org
Mrs. Johnson - Mental Health Specialist johnsona@gjps.org
GRIN FOOD DRIVE
A reminder that our C3 is hosting the annual GRIN food drive! Please see the link below
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K9Ib2X790Y24d-2_pXH19K7OhhWmc9Q6QVTnDptQZfM/edit
Include Upcoming School Events
Mark Your Calendar
October 23rd- Conferences Comp Day - No School
October 24th - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
October 25th - Color Battle
November 2nd- 7th Grade Fun Night
November 5th - Turn Back Clocks
November 13th - Teacher PD Day NO School for Students
November 22nd- 24th Thanksgiving Break
December 21st- January 2nd- Winter Break
February 16th - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
March 11th - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
April 8th -12th - Spring Break
May 3rd - Teacher PD Day No School for Students
May 24th - Last Day of School
349 Shady Spring Dr
Gahanna, Ohio, 43230
614-337-3730