SFSD's new Canvas platform allows students and families to access school assignments and homework anytime, anywhere. When winter weather can be predicted, students and staff will take devices home to continue their learning. Are you prepared? Check out the guidance BEFORE you need it!
Be prepared for school delays or cancellations caused by winter weather! This chart is an example of how start times would be impacted if SFSD declares a One-Hour Late Start. Review it now... before winter weather is here to stay!
Halloween dress up day tomorrow!
6th grade wear orange.
7th grade wear purple.
8th grade wear black.
Saturday's snow has us thinking ahead to winter weather. Is your family prepared for the possibility of Late Starts or Remote Learning Days? This week, we'll highlight everything you need to know to prepare for changes in the school day caused by weather.
Fall athletics are coming to an end. Both the volleyball and football teams have seen success. Check out the last games of the season on Monday and Tuesday.
Check out the last volleyball and football game of the year!
The Fall Dance will be held on Thursday after school. Tickets go on sale during Protime on Tuesday!
Tickets go on sale for the Fall Dance on Tuesday, October 31 during Protime. Tickets must be purchase at this time to attend the dance on Thursday, November 2. Cost is $3.
The Project Based Learning (PBL) Academy is currently accepting applications for the class of 2028! Find more information in this video, and make plans to attend the upcoming open house at Jefferson HS on Monday, October 30th from 6-7:30 PM. Find more information here: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/jhs/page/project-based-learning
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZDqRPVt3h8
Last Monday, the Garden Club celebrated the beginning of fall by painting pumpkins from the garden!
Fall athletics are coming to an end, make sure to check out a game before they are done!
Art and Gamer's Club start this week in Mr. Darby's room after school! Make sure you are signed up for ASP to attend!
Every Monday, students from across the district travel to George McGovern for the Middle School All-City Band rehearsal. This band is directed by our very own Mr. Rygg. They will be performing a concert in November at the Washington Pavilion.
The Middle School Choral Festival is TONIGHT at the Washington Pavilion! The event combines choirs from Ben Reifel, George McGovern and Whittier middle schools with the Augustana Choir for an unforgettable experience. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and it is free and open to the public.
Garden Club will be meeting Monday after school in Mrs. Kruse's room.
The Conference Cross Country meet was rescheduled to Monday at 4:00.
Thank you to Vern Eide Motorcars and the Sioux Falls Education Foundation for the amazing treats at our staff meeting this week!
October 9-13 is National School Lunch Week. We celebrated by thanking our cafeteria workers for all they do to provide our students with breakfast and lunch everyday!
This Season a Flu Shot is More Important than Ever! Getting a flu vaccine is a great way to protect yourself, your family, and your community from the flu. There will be a SFSD Student Flu Shot Clinic held on Oct. 13 at George McGovern from 8:30 to 9:30am. (Middle School Students Only) More Information here: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/article/1212849
8th grade football players from GMMS had the opportunity to take a trip up to SDSU. They toured campus, played football with current SDSU football players and cheered on the Jackrabbits to victory. Thank you to Promising Futures for providing this amazing experience!
Mrs. Weber is a new 6th grade ELA teacher on the Hardrockers team. She went to SDSU and taught 4th grade at Terry Redlin before coming to GMMS.
Mrs. Weber got married this summer to her husband, Dom and they have a cat named Norman. She loves traveling, reading mystery books, and being outdoors.
Mrs. Weber's favorite part about GMMS is getting to work with such amazing students and staff every day! She says "GMMS knows how to lift one another up and wants to see everybody succeed. "
No School Monday and Tuesday!
Help us cheer on our cross country runners this week as they compete in conference meet at Yankton Trails!
Special thanks to our PTA for providing snacks during conference week.
