Sometimes we just need to have a little fun.  With two years of Tiger Days unable to happen, GMS felt like we needed to do something fun.  So we created a modified Tiger Day Scavenger Hunt around the school.  Following all safety protocols, students were able to get out of the classroom and find different locations around the school.  

Mrs. Dahill's class chose to wear party hats for the occasion... 

The snack location was a hit...

Students left messages all over campus...

Hair painting was a close second to snacks...

Just chillin' on the rocks in Tiger Ally...

Maybe students did have too much caffeine, sorry families...

GMS chicken and goats loved all the attention...

I think this way is better.  We break the confetti eggs on the students...

Thank you all to help with our Modified Tiger Day.  It was a great way to start Spring Break.  See everyone back on the 22nd. 

 There have been many times this past year that I have been grateful to the Gorzcyki community.  This week was yet another reminder of how awesome the GMS community is.  

Thank you, GMS community.

GMS Dance Teams have created a Tiger of the Week.  Mrs. Dammann was the first teacher nominated!  Congratulations, she received a gift card from the PTA and school. 

There are lots of things happening next week.  If you haven't signed up to receive the GMS PTA newsletter please do so.  PTA does a great job reminding everyone about upcoming events.  

Next Friday, GMS is hosting a "Modified Tiger Day".  More information will be coming for how both on-campus and remote students can participate.  

Have a great weekend. 

 

It is great to see such incredible work from students, especially during this pandemic.  These are from some of our Art II students. 

Finding time for our on-campus students to socialize has been creative this year and especially when it is cold outside.  But it can be done.

The Valentine Candy Bar was a surprise for Friday, but when we found out school would be remote, the GMS office staff quickly set it up.

Monday is a student holiday.

Tuesday all assignments are due for the 4th six weeks. 

Friday is an asynchronous C day.  All students are expected to log in to blend for each class and complete an assignment so attendance can be taken.  

 I have enjoyed seeing some of the Woodshop projects for the six weeks.  

GMS Teachers have found creative ways for students on-campus to collaborate.  These are French students practicing new vocabulary words

February 9th will be Choice Sheet Night at GMS.  This will obviously be our first time conducting Choice Sheet Night virtually so please bear with us if there are kinks.  You will log into whichever zoom session you feel is important or have questions.

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 Two really great announcements today.

Mrs. Robyn Christensen, 6th-grade math teacher, will represent GMS as Teacher of the Year.  I can't think of a more deserving teacher.   For those that haven't seen her Math Jams Youtube channel, here is the link.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_HxpOLyBO2NGpseIPHpidg

Also proud of our GMS Orchestra students.  GMS had 6 students selected to be part of the TMEA All-Region Middle School Orchestra:  Riya T., Gabriela Catalina M., Grace C., Medha A., Jonathon L., and Jack C.

GMS will resume rotating classes Monday.  We are excited to have students back with us.  Have a great weekend.  

 

One of the SEL activities this week was for students to share who they received Empathy, Flexibility, and Grace from this semester.  Here are just a few samples. 

Even the staff got in on the exercise...

This week was spirit week on campus.  

Hat day was Monday...

PJ Day on Tuesday...

Socks and Sparkles on Wednesday....

Plaid Day was Thursday....

And crazy sweater day on Friday.  Ok, maybe Coach Houser took it to another level...

And just a little bit of cheer for the staff...Hot chocolate, Coffee, breakfast delivered by some wonderful helpers (Counselors and Front Office)...

                                                

GMS wasn't able to host our traditional Service week, but a few of our student organizations were able to provide support.

NJHS created hundreds of greeting cards and delivered them to:

The Central Austin Food Bank

Brookdale Beckett Meadows Assisted Living Facility

Legacy Oaks South Austin Assisted Living Facility

Silverado Barton Springs Memory Care Facility

The GMS Student Council raised...

Super proud of our Tigers supporting these organizations this year.  

Another thank you to our parents, this time the Band parents.  We appreciated ending the semester with our traditional Fine Arts luncheon, even if the students couldn't be our waiters.  

Make sure that you have your contacts updated over the break.  There is talk that the first week back in January might not be in person.  

Have a great winter break and see you in January.  

Proud of the GMS Tigerettes.  Considering they learned this dance through remote learning and then had a few practices to learn formations, they did an excellent job.  

It is with sadness that I announce our 7th Grade Assistant Principal, Mrs. Ortiz, will be leaving GMS.  She has accepted a position at Ann Richards High School.  Friday will be her last day at GMS.  To replace Mrs. Ortiz, GMS has hired Kaylin Brett as our new 7th Grade AP.  Mrs. Brett comes to us as a US History Teacher and Student Council Sponsor from Bowie High School.  I know you will help me say good-bye to Mrs. Ortiz and welcome Mrs. Brett.  

Tonight on Facebook is the Middle School Fair, Part 3 and Gorzycki will be featured.  It starts at 6:30.  Hope to see you there. 

All assignments are due Monday!  Assignments submitted after Monday will not be reflected on this report card. 

Adding some holiday excitement next week...

Monday - Holiday Headwear

Tuesday - Holiday PJs

Wednesday - Socks and Sparkle

Thursday - Plaid and Scarves

Friday - Ugly Sweater 

One more week, have a great weekend.

With January 5th added as a DOI PD day, the schedule for that week will be ABB.