It was a great week celebrating Red Ribbon week.  Don't forget we still have 2 more days.  Monday is neon day and Tuesday is costume day.


Ms. Prepster and Ms. Mielke's colonial region zombie apocalypse project

 Designing cars in robotics class...

 Green Ag field trip to sustainable food center...

Reminders:  GT window has opened for nominations;  Do the Write Thing Contest starts; and PTA Reflections projects are due.

Thank you GMS PTA for an awesome lunch.  It was delicious. 

Over the past few weeks, the school has had several families unaware of a specific rules or policies here at GMS.   The district Student Code of Conduct can be located on the district website at www.austinisd.org.  The GMS Student Handbook is located in the student planner.  It is the first 13 pages with the front page requesting both the student and parent signature.

Our Lady Tiger Volleyball teams have ended their seasons.  Proud of all these Tigers.  Our 8th grade Tigers won the Southwest Championship.   (This is a great time to mention that if you have a picture that you would like me to blog or tweet, please email it to me with a quick caption.  I don't attend all events and need some help with photos!)

Fun to see yoga happening in PE.

The choir program had their Fall Concert this week and I heard it was amazing.

The 7th grade teams recognized outstanding students from last six weeks.

Online ordering for the upcoming bookfair has begun.  The bookfair begins October 30th.  

Early voting has begun.  More information on early poll sites can be found on the district website.  

Have a great weekend.

The GMS Student Leadership Team and PTA Community Outreach developed a plan to help victims from Hurricane Harvey.  Together, they collected four truckloads of donations like towels, clothes, food, toiletries, diapers, and pet food.  Meals were provided to a local nursing home hosting patients from flooded communities.  Gift cards continue to come in and are being delivered as well.  Thank you to everyone that supported our Texan communities. 

The GMS volleyball teams have ended the regular season.  Both A teams moved up to the next round.  Please join us Monday night at 6:00 to cheer them to the final bracket Wednesday.  

At the same time, the GMS football teams are playing O'Henry at House Park starting at 6:00.  All our sport teams could use your support.

Just a reminder that all upcoming events and activities can be found at www.gmstigers.com.

Next week is Transportation Week.  With 19 buses bringing students to and from school safely each school day, please help and show your appreciation.

Have a great weekend. 

What an exciting, crazy, energy filled week.   Homecoming themes each day, PAWS for Fun, Pep Rally, Football and volleyball games, LASA presentation, and a homecoming dance. 

We also celebrated Custodial Week.  What an awesome crew we have.

Don't forget there is no school Monday.  Have a great long weekend.

A week with rain always adds energy on the campus.  Unfortunately, the rain caused some damage in one of our portables.  Luckily Mr. Piper quickly noticed the situation, moved the students to another area of the room, and kept the learning moving forward.  By the time I made it out to the portable, I didn't even notice a problem.

Ms. Oh, one of our awesome counselors, started 6th grade guidance lessons this week. 

So much is happening next week. First we are celebrating the end of the first six weeks with PAWS for Fun. This reward is during 6th period Monday.  Ask your student if they get to participate. 

It is homecoming week. Here is a list of everything happening.

GORZYCKI MIDDLE SCHOOL

HOMECOMING 2017

Gorzycki will be holding its annual homecoming festivities next week (Oct. 2-6).  This is a very spirited week at our school with lots of activities.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 2ND

“Cougars Be Aware” Pink Out Day in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness – WEAR PINK  

GMS 7th Grade B Team Football takes on Small Middle School @ GMS at 6pm

GMS 8th Grade B Team Football takes on Small Middle School @ Small at 6pm

Homecoming Dance Wristband sales:

Credit card purchases will begin Sept. 25^th (TODAY) through Schoolcashonline.com

Cash & Check purchases will be begin Oct. 2nd during all lunches (make checks payable to GMS Dance Boosters)

Tickets will be $15 and include Pizza rolls & a drink

Candy will be available for purchase at the event for $1

The Dance Team will also be selling spirit ribbons for $1 during lunch

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3RD

“Going on a Cougar Hunt” – WEAR CAMO 

Cheer, Dance, Football & Volleyball will be hosting a pep rally for students during school!

No parents are allowed as space is not available for them to attend.

Join the PTA at Cane Rosso's Pizzaiolo (4715 S Lamar Blvd #103, Sunset Valley, TX 78745) from 5-9pm for dinner! 15% of their sales will be donated to Gorzycki. They are creating a Gorzycki special pizza that is not normally offered in honor of GMS Homecoming! This will be a fun pizza for the special occasion.

Head over to Tony Burger Stadium (3200 Jones Rd, Austin, TX 78745) to cheer on the Band, Dance, Cheer and Football Teams! 7A Football game starts at 6pm, 8A Football game starts at around 7:30pm. Band, Dance & Cheer will be there to perform! Come out and cheer on the Tigers!

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4TH

“Tigers are to ‘Dye’ for” – WEAR TIE DYE  

GMS 7^th & 8^th Grade C Team Volleyball takes on Bailey Middle School @ Bailey

7C plays at 5:30pm, 8C plays at 6:30pm

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5TH

“Get Your Game On” – WEAR A SPORTS JERSEY

GMS 7th Grade Volleyball takes on Murchison Middle School @ GMS

7B plays at 6pm, 7A plays at 7pm

GMS 8th Grade Volleyball takes on Murchison Middle School @ Murchison

8B plays at 6pm, 8A plays at 7pm

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6TH

“All Out for the Tigers” Black Out Day – WEAR BLACK

The GMS Dance team will be hosting the Homecoming Dance.  The dance will be from 6-8pm and all GMS students are invited to attend.  Due to security reason ONLY GMS students and volunteers will be allowed into the dance.  Dance attire is GMS colors and spirit wear.  Prizes will be awarded for most spirited, so get creative Tigers!

Homecoming Dance Wristband sales:

Credit card purchases will begin Sept. 25th (TODAY) through Schoolcashonline.com

Cash & Check purchases will be begin Oct. 2nd during all lunches (make checks payable to GMS Dance Boosters)

Tickets will be $15 and include Pizza rolls & a drink

Candy will be available for purchase at the event for $1

The Dance Team will also be selling spirit ribbons for $1 during lunch

Look for more details to follow later in the week on the dance!

GO TIGERS!

Way to go Lady Tigers.  They are definitely on a roll...

GMS Green Ag class is up and running.  This week students identified native and non-native plants.

Can't wait for our first theater performance.  There is lots of practicing happening...

Welcome to the first day of autumn.  Have a great autumn weekend.

Theater students performing Greek myths and wearing masks they created in class.

 Students from Mrs. Law's class presenting projects from different home countries.

 And we celebrated the end of the week with our annual 6th grade Glow Dance.  Thank you PTA for an awesome event.

Enjoy your weekend.