GCMS Families,
Just a quick reminder that school will resume for all students on Tuesday, January 7th.
There is a lot of illness out there and we want to remind everyone that children should not be sent to school unless fever free for 24 hours without medication, or if experiencing vomiting or diarrhea. Attendance at school every day is very important but not at the expense of making others sick!
We look forward to seeing everyone next week , enjoy the remainder of break!
Sincerely,
Mr. Darnell
Thursday was Pep Band Alumni Night at the basketball game. We loved seeing so many former band students join us on the stage!
Happy last day everyone! In true Illinois weather fashion we have some slick road conditions out there this morning. Please allow extra time and move slow in the transitions to school. We look forward to a fun last day with our kiddos and a long break for everyone.
Go slow, be safe!
Happy Holidays!
- Mr. Darnell
Congratulations to our GCMS Elementary Falcons with Character for December! Our theme this month was inclusivity.
K= Roman Sneddon, Ellie Arnold, Evalynn Norvell, Anja Ehmen
1st= Cora McNary, MaKenzie Painter, Jaxson Golden, Phoenix Hitchcock
2nd= Waylon Gibson, Mason Gassaway, Violet Dewey, Nancy Domingo
3rd= Drew Hildebrand, Austin Wellman, Manuel Juan-Andres, Abby Whelehon (not pictured)
4th= Colton Huber, Emma Hawk Carrington, Sadie Provin, Jameson Davis
5th= Piper Holzhauer, Genevieve Jackson, Duncan White, Kade Friday
Tomorrow, Friday 12/20 is an 11:30 student dismissal, we will then be on Winter Break. Classes will resume on Tuesday January 7.
Last Night GCMS Elementary hosted a Sensory Santa event for a number of our students that would not be able to participate in the traditional meetups with Santa. Thank you to Mrs. Corley and Mrs. McDonald for putting this event together!
The 2nd Quarter edition of the GCMS Middle School Newspaper is now available https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Bsz5DEmSwV8tCjbJ-10UK1Yr1kThhzVQ/view?usp=sharing
Good Afternoon,
Tomorrow, Tuesday 12/17, will be our "Live Like Ava" day! Students are encouraged to wear a shirt if they purchased one OR purple, along with the assigned Christmas attire for their building. We hope to see many fans at the games tonight and tomorrow as well.
Ms. Lindelof
Corrected Middle School Sports Schedule this Week
Middle School Sports This Week:
GCMS Alum Aidan Laughery was featured on WAND news as a part of the Illini football team helping area mothers shop for Christmas. We're proud to see you being awesome both on and off the field! https://www.wandtv.com/news/illini-football-shopping-spree-helps-young-moms-find-christmas-presents/article_9fef7dde-b8fb-11ef-b346-837bf2a69608.html
GCMS is looking for a part time Food Handler to join our Food Service team at the Elementary School. Hours will be approx 10:00am-1:00pm when school is in session, starting pay $15.00/hr. Apply online at https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9a770a599cf64b1e&from=shareddesktop
Our 2024 Winter Concerts including Choir, Band, and Elementary Christmas program are now available on our YouTube channel! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnsSeC3bBFW0af3Na09yy6RsO5C3lSTIv&si=IflYg-Hi9OdESpHv
The latest issue of our High School newspaper, The GCMS Press, is available now! https://www.canva.com/design/DAFvjYoYDks/JSU7Y5KdP6Z7UuuANwV_Ig/view?utm_content=DAFvjYoYDks&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hfc6d9c7f8e
GCMS Families,
Our evening Elementary Concert will continue as scheduled tonight. The weather conditions are not ideal but we are working to make the areas around the high school safe for arrival and departure. Please use extreme caution in transition and we understand and respect the fact that some children and families will choose to not attend due to the weather.
Thank you for your understanding and be careful!
Sincerely,
Mr. Darnell
GCMS Middle School will have dress up days December 16-20!
Monday 12/16 - Polar Express - Wear your favorite holiday pajamas
Tuesday 12/17 - Tree Topper - Wear your favorite holiday hat/headgear
Wednesday 12/18 - Jingle Toes - Wear your favorite holiday socks
Thursday 12/19 - Ugly Sweater Day - Wear your favorite holiday sweater
Friday 12/20 - Holiday Cheer Head to Toe - Deck yourself out in holiday gear!
One last reminder about our Christmas Concert tomorrow. The PreK-2nd concert will begin at 5:30 and the 3rd-5th concert will begin at 6:45. The doors to the high school will not open until 5:00. We look forward to seeing you!
Mr. Kean
As we enter the winter months, be prepared for inclement weather and do your best to stay healthy. Attendance is still very important at this time of year!
The "Live Like Ava" t-shirt orders were passed out to students today. If there is a shirt missing from your order, please contact Staci Lindelof at the Elementary School ASAP- 217-784-4278 or lindelof.staci@gcmsk12.org. GCMS staff and students plan to wear these shirts or purple on Tuesday, December 17th along with the scheduled Christmas dress-up attire.
A reminder that we have our Elementary School Christmas Concert at the high school on this Thursday, Dec. 12th. PreK through 2nd grades will begin at 5:30 and 3rd-5th grades will begin at 6:45. We look forward to seeing you then! Have a great night!
Mr. Kean