I know these aren't the best pictures, but thought you might like to see some of your teachers! 
We have spent the week learning how to teach online. We are all at different places with this idea of virtual learning, myself included. Additionally, like many of you, we are now having to learn how to teach our own students while working at the same time all from home.
This week all of our EXCEL teachers have sent out communication to their EXCEL students. This has been done through student emails. GMS wants to maintain our interactions with students, especially in this new learning environment. I have heard from teachers that your children have already sent them examples of learning that have already done.
Please know that lessons/activities/enrichment will begin. Our goal at GMS is April 6th and I feel confident most of the staff will reach this goal. This learning will be different and flexible. We understand that as of right now not everyone has technology. (I do think this will change soon). For right not, don't worry about grades. We will be in contact with you, once the district has finalized how grades will be determined.
I am hoping to keep my Principal Coffee next Thursday, but maybe at a different time. Please be on the lookout for an invite.
Obviously, the best way to contact GMS staff is through email. Teacher websites at www.gmstigers.com are being updated daily. Like you, I receive that daily 6:00 email for those teachers that I have subscribed to. I encourage you to subscribe to those accounts if you haven't. On these sites, teachers have set office hours and current learning expectations, and the best method to use to contact them. The counselors are also available and sent information out yesterday on how to contact them.
Our primary goal right now is to connect with our students and their families. As we move forward, please let me know if you have any concerns. I will do my best to help resolve these issues.
Stay safe and healthy,
