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The IDPH has launched a new web link where people can register prior to going to the community based testing sites to help with the lines and makes the process more streamlined. https://bit.ly/2K0f2ql
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Quick reminder that there is a Facebook Live PTA meeting tonight at 6:30! https://www.facebook.com/GCMS-PTA-1334293216602785/
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The latest BUG video is now online! A group of students set out to capture Mr. Willis, but things don't go as planned... https://youtu.be/Cud8AWlkBb4
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Congratulations to our Middle School November Students of the Month!
6th Grade - Londyn Roderick
7th Grade - Hadley Doman
8th Grade - Desiree Welchel
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If you have a child in school and qualify for free or reduced lunch, Mediacom has a “Connect to Compete” program that offers its internet service for $9.95/mo. If you’re interested, check it out:
https://mediacomc2c.com
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The minutes of the Oct 19 PTA meeting are now available on our website. The next meeting will be this Monday, Dec 7th at 7pm on Facebook Live. More details coming soon! https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1026977/10.19.2020_PTA_meeting_minutes.pdf
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If you have a child in school and qualify for free or reduced lunch, Mediacom has a “Connect to Compete” program that offers its internet service for $9.95/mo. If you’re interested, check it out:
https://mediacomc2c.com
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Gift card orders are due tomorrow! Funds will help pay for buses for future All School Trips. Please contact Cathy Steidinger 784-4278 for more information. Download the flyer at: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1009883/2020_SCRIP.pdf
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High school students may pick up breakfast and lunch Tuesday and Thursday from 11-11:30 at the west Commons door. Please email Mr. Allen or call the high school office by 9am tomorrow morning to insure a sufficient supply. Allen.Mike@gcmsk12.org
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It has become a yearly tradition for Ms. Frankie's 4th grade class to celebrate the Night Before Thanksgiving! 2020 may be a bit different but the tradition continues! https://youtu.be/uRfgM8zfH9g
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You can view the most up to date news and data concerning the state of COVID-19 at GCMS on the COVID-19 Dashboard on our website - https://www.gcmsk12.org/o/gcms/page/covid-19-dashboard--28
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The high school recently held a coin war to benefit the Gibson Area Food Pantry and raised approximately $250 with the seniors winning the 'war.' Mrs. Curry, our social worker who coordinated the event, presented a check to Bella Amburgey, student representative on the Food Pantry board and Mr. Ertel, president of the board. Particularly in times as this, the food pantry is doing a vital service for our community and beyond.
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The November issue of the Falcon Flash Middle School Newspaper is now online! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OWZIVds2r5tPusVkE3Rw58kxS0CTFj4g/view?usp=sharing
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This week the MS Life Skills Class had 2 visitors! Mrs. Warren shared her embroidery skills and Mrs. Jamison taught the importance of deep breaths and focus.
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Thank you to everyone that has donated to our coin drive! Tune in to our YouTube channel this afternoon at 2:15pm to see one or more of our ES admins get a pie in the face! https://youtu.be/HPf52mNe1Sk
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IDPH has released new statewide resurgence mitigations that will take effect on Friday, Nov 20th. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k2fQ59h1U7kqGcu6GHFvg-i8Pa465J5u/view?usp=sharing
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Please take a moment to read the latest guidance from our Ford County Public Health Department https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WVETESddrdfilt-xtQfnxgGV4y_C4Bue/view?usp=sharing
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GCMS will be utilizing "Remote Planning Days" on Nov 23-24. There will be no student attendance on these days. Please see the attached letter from Mr. Darnell for more details. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WwlI9c4Ga6rJlqEcGjzKPoxp7FcQdrl1/view?usp=sharing
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Mrs. Doman showed our students in life skills class a new and
enjoyable option for a leisure skill called Pound they can do for physical
movement and fun! The students use drum sticks and movement to pound to the rhythm of upbeat music. The students and teachers had fun!
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Congratulations to the newest (and current) members of the William M. Loy chapter of the National Honor Society. Induction was held this morning in the gym. We're #FalconProud of our students who represent us so well.
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