Families,
I wanted to share this reminder of the State's All Sports Guidance. GCMS will creating a plan to engage with kids for sports and activities starting on January 25th. Please know that we will have to continue to evolve as new information / determinations are handed down from our governing bodies. We are excited to work to provide these positive outlets to our kids!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JZCmIgTaUxynpBSojnTgNjg5EiIFDPvJ/view?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
Jeremy Darnell
Attention parents of all 2nd semester Drivers Ed students. Here is a recording of last night's parent meeting in case you were unable to attend it live: https://youtu.be/Dd3VKpg37TI
GCMS is looking for a full time 2nd shift (2:30pm-11:00pm) custodian. Wages start at $15.00/hr. Apply in person at the Unit Office or online using this link: https://www.applitrack.com/roe9/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=16680
Please click the link below for the updated Middle School Remote Learning Schedule. This schedule will be used for Friday, January 15 through Friday, January 22. There is no student engagement on Monday, January 18 in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VuHyH7-4ayYk7xOcBIk4OopwiJ2SzziNxl-vMJHbDkk/edit?usp=sharing
Families,
I am sorry to inform you that GCMS will be moving our Middle School and High School to full remote learning starting Friday, January 15 through Friday, January 22 and returning to in person learning on Monday, January 25th. GCMS Elementary School will continue in person learning.
Students are being informed this afternoon in order to be prepared at home for remote instructional days on January 15, 19, 21, 22. You will receive reminders of the remote learning schedules from your child's respective schools.
These closures are happening due a combination of circumstance including shortages of staff and significant numbers of quarantined students. By closing these two buildings for this duration of time we are creating 10 days of separation while only losing 4 days of in person instruction for our oldest students, while still serving our youngest students in a safe manner.
It is imperative that students engage during their remote learning opportunities to ensure a continuation of learning. It is equally as imperative that we use this time to limit health risks so that we can return on January 25th.
We will continue to make decisions based on current circumstance and inform you as quickly as we can knowing that these decisions challenge everyone involved. Thank you for your continued patience and attention.
Sincerely,
Jeremy Darnell
Superintendent
Congratulations to GCMS Middle School December Students of the Month. 6th grade Lane Elder, 7th Grade Alyssa Morgan, 8th Grade Gaines Parsons. Great job!!!
We need to switch the lunch menus at the ES for Mon and Tues. Mon will be: Rib Sandwich, Mixed Vegetables, Apples. Tues will be: Pizza Boat, Mixed Greens w/Dressing, and Fruit Cocktail
The IESA gave some clarification on mitigation measures for sports moving forward. Please view the link to see what they have stated.
https://www.iesa.org/news/2020-2021/COVID_1-7-21.asp
Tomorrow (Jan. 5) was supposed to be the day we were to begin basketball tryouts/practice but all of that is going to be put on hold for now. IESA has announced that we have to remain in the same situation we were in before break, with no practices or activities. So, for the time being, we won't be able to get started. Therefore, there will not be any basketball activities after school tomorrow or until we get permission to start. We are looking for ways to offer workouts on a voluntary basis, but those would need to be approved by public health. Even with that approval, the best we can hope for in the near future is perhaps something to begin after Martin Luther King Day (Jan. 18). I know this is disappointing news, but as we've always tried to do, we need to stay positive and keep our hopes up that we'll be able to have a competitive season. I'm confident that at some point we'll be able to do something, we just don't know what that will be. We're kind of in limbo until IESA gives the OK to proceed. In the meantime, start checking our classroom for drills and ideas to keep you in basketball shape, physically and mentally. Please let me know if you have any questions and keep your heads up- we'll get through this.
Mr. Bielfledt
Mr. Berry
Ford County Implements 2-1-1 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QSrYrtCoNEjAZMiO0I0PhPUIBK4ESa2h/view?usp=sharing
We have a slight change in the Middle School lunch for Jan 5. 2nd choice will now be Grilled Chicken Sandwich. 1st choice is still Ham & Cheese Pasta.
IDPH will be providing a drive-through testing site in Gibson City on Jan 17th https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QOCH2a4w1XBu4mnV6jWjRp8Ja8KZwJMM/view?usp=sharing
Greeting GCMS,
December 30th, and I am confident that we are all looking forward to the calendar turning to 2021.
This is a reminder that GCMS Schools will be returning to in person learning on Tuesday, January 5th. We will be following the same schedule as first semester to start 2021. Please remember that buildings open at 8:00 am and classes start at 8:20.
Please remember to self certify each day, and error on the side of caution if you or your children have had any exposure to Covid. The most challenging thing we faced in first semester was managing quarantines, and we can all do our parts to minimize that risk.
Finally, please stay actively engaged when absences occur, it is essential for students do complete assigned curriculum and seek out help when challenges occur.
We will be hosting a Facebook live update on January 4th with information and opportunity to ask questions.
Stay safe and healthy!
Sincerely,
Mr. Darnell
Winter break would be a great time to checkout a new book from our digital library! Directions can be found in the Resources section of our website in "Digital Library Instructions". https://www.gcmsk12.org/
We very proudly present the conclusion to #gcmsvariety2020 as the GCMS Concert Choir sings Found/Tonight. Thank you to everyone in our community for your constant support of our students, especially during this very unique year. #falconproud! https://youtu.be/6xO46-KlSEY
Alex Killian, Ethan Garard, Haley Brown, and Ashlynn Allemond team up for #gcmsvariety2020 to bring you Hey There Delilah! https://youtu.be/OILOf5NQxTw
GCMS High School received a special visit from Santa and his elves! https://youtu.be/RjLFNA_EZIY
Liam Killian brings his rendition of Ain't No Sunshine to #gcmsvariety2020 https://youtu.be/8TjMK4_OqFo
WFAL is proud to present their Winter Broadcast for 2020! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELj_JMOaj9Y&feature=youtu.be
Sierra Ward continues #gcmsvariety2020 with her rendition of Still Hurting from the play The Last Five Years. https://youtu.be/Fsag14GoImM