Jaguar News
Volume 2, Issue 37 - May 10, 2019
Dear Gentry Families,
We could not let this school year end without thanking those local businesses who went above and beyond to show us kindness throughout the year by graciously answering our periodic calls for assistance with a wide variety of donations. We are so appreciative of this past and present support for our school, for our faculty members and for our students. Quite literally put, we could not do what we do without each and every one of you!
Many thanks to: Rock Bridge Hy-Vee, Harold’s Doughnuts, Shakespeare's Pizza South, Veteran's United, Andy's Frozen Custard, United Credit Union, Smoothie King, The Heidelberg, Missouri Employers Mutual, Sonic, La Terraza Mexicana Grill, D. Rowe's, Ritters LLC and The Grind Coffee House.
Lunch Account Balances
Attention 8th Grade Families- Help Still Needed
Mizzou Rec Day is going to be a great end-of-year fun day for our 8th grade students! Our PTSA really could use a few more volunteers to help keep an eye on things. If you are available on May 17 to spend some time with this wonderful group of teenagers, please sign up at the following link, https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c094eaeab28a64-8thgrade1. Thank you!
Congratulations!
May Students of the Month
The Gentry Student of the Month exhibits outstanding, consistent, exemplary behavior in the areas of: effort, attendance, classroom participation, positive attitude and/or improvement in a subject area. We are proud to announce the following students who achieved Student of the Month for May. Congratulations to all and keep up the great work!
6th Grade
Aiden Young, Noah Lee, Jessie Sullivan and Emilo Sheets
7th Grade
Ellie Carlson, Ruby Hord and Meredith Travis
8th Grade
Mary Beth Smith, Vivian Harrison and Tessa Keltner
FREE Sport Physical Day
Student iPad Return Information
iPad returns begin May 13!
- 8th graders will be expected to return the iPad, full keyboard case, and school issued cable and block (pictured in attachment).
8th grade return dates: May 13 (Carter), 14 (Aulgur), and 15th (Horstmann). - 6th and 7th graders will be expected to return the iPad and full keyboard case. They will retain their chargers for use until 8th grade.
- 6th and 7th grade students who will be moving over the summer should return their charger cable and brick. If students end up not moving and returning, we will return their charger to them.
7th grade returns: May 17
6A returns May 21 (Froidl)
6B returns May 16 (Jeffries)
6C returns May 20 (Laws)
Parents are Welcome!
We wanted to be sure to let you all know in advance that parents are welcome to attend the 6th and 7th grade End-of-Year Award ceremonies and the 8th grade Graduation/Transition Ceremony. It is not necessary to dress formally for any of these ceremonies. Students should simply plan to wear what they would normally wear for a school day. Hope to see you there!
Parent/Student Athletic Information Night
We will be hosting our GMS Parent/Student Athletic Information Night on Tuesday, May 14th at 6:30 pm in our cafetorium. At this meeting our athletic director will be presenting information regarding athletic opportunities for incoming 7th/8th grade students, required MSHSAA paperwork, our summer athletic camp schedule and information regarding registration. Our A.D. will also be available to field any questions that you may have regarding Gentry athletics. Go Jaguars!
Attention Current 6th/7th Grade Students- Interested in Travel, Adventure and Fun?
For the summer of 2020, Gentry Middle School will be offering the chance of a lifetime: a trip to Boston and New York City! Experience the magic of seeing history come alive through the streets where the American Revolution was born. See the sights and hear the sounds of one of America’s largest and most diverse cities all while exploring new and exciting places in the world. Information will be passed out soon, so keep a look out. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Bri Noltie at bnoltie@cpsk12.org or Mr. David Aulgur at daulgur@cpsk12.org, who are organizing and chaperoning this trip.
* Please note that this is not a Gentry or CPS sponsored event, but is organized through the
EF Tours Organization.
Notes From the Nurse
We've Got Spirit! How 'Bout You?
Chrissy McCormick will be hosting cheer squad clinics on May 20th and 21st from 2:35-4:00 pm in our commons area for those 7th/8th grade students who are interested in trying out for the 2019 GMS cheer squad. During these sessions students will have a chance to learn and practice the material needed for the actual tryout day which will be held on Thursday, May 23rd. Completed MSHSAA physical and insurance paperwork must be on file in the main office in order for girls to attend both the clinic sessions and the tryouts. Interested students should go to Room 204 (Ms. McCormick's room) for a tryout application.
Jiggy the Jaguar mascot tryouts will be held separately and will be announced at the beginning of the 2019-2020 school year.
GMS Summer Sports Camps
Gentry Middle School will be hosting various summer sports programs and camps throughout the summer months (June-August) for all incoming 7th and 8th grade students. The developmentally appropriate activities that will be offered are designed and selected by qualified professionals with years of coaching experience to ensure your child's enjoyment. Activities will take place in the school gymnasium and playing fields. Please click on the link below for a camp registration form.
StuCo’s Student/Staff of the Week
The purpose of the GMS Student Council (StuCo) is to give students an opportunity to develop leadership skills by organizing and carrying out school activities and service projects. One of the projects that this club currently oversees is their Student/Staff of the week project.
This week's StuCo students of the week are Lauren Scott for ”always looking out for her fellow classmates and for being a welcoming person to everyone" and Makayla Gruber for “supporting her peers, always being energetic and engaged in school and really trying to absorb all of what she’s being taught.”
This week's StuCo staff members of the week are Mrs. Froidl for “being a great teacher, sponsoring many of Gentry’s clubs, and for making our community a better place” and Mrs. Ehmke for “making her class a really fun place to be in, for explaining everything thoroughly, and for making sure her students understand the content.”
Advisory for May 13-17
During the week of May 13th-17th Gentry students will explore doing what’s right in difficult situations and the benefits of acting with integrity. Students will also gain a better understanding of the quality and positive effects of being honest and having strong moral principles and moral conduct.
Monday: SSR
Tuesday: Advisory Lesson (Knowing What’s Right)
Wednesday: Academic Day
Thursday: Advisory Lesson (Acting with Integrity)
Friday: Academic Day
Lost and Found Items
Please don't delay in having your student stop by our lost and found located in our cafeteria to check for lost items. Items that are smaller and of more value are locked and stored in the office. ALL items will be removed from the school and donated to a local charity by the end of the day on Tuesday, May 28.
PBIS Expectations for the Week of May 13-17
The PBIS expectation for this week is being respectful in classrooms. This means we will be looking for students who are able to:
• Look at the speaker
• Raise their hand and wait to be called on to speak
• Respond calmly
• Ask permission to use others’ things
RBHS Girls Tennis Team Organizational Meeting
All girls entering grades 9 - 12 next school year that live in the RBHS attendance area are invited to attend a RBHS Girls Tennis Team Organizational Meeting on Wednesday, May 15th @ 4:05 pm in the RBHS Media Center. Go Bruins!
Looking Ahead May 13-17
Monday, May 13: (B Day)
7:30-1:30 pm- RBHS Show Choir Tour Day (Show Choir/Glee/Select 7th & 8th)
2:35-4:30 pm- 7th/8th Track and Field Practice/Gym
2:35-4:30 pm- Talent Show Rehearsal/Cafe and Stage
2:35-4:00 pm- Last Student Council Meeting for the Year/Annex L
5-6:00 pm- EEE Expo/Cafe
Tuesday, May 14: (A Day)
2:35-4:00 pm- Current 6th/7th Boys Basketball Open Gym/Gym
2:35-4:30 pm- 7th/8th Track and Field Practice/Outside
2:35-4:00 pm- Talent Show Rehearsal/Cafe and Stage
6:30-7:30 pm- Athletic (Parent/Student) Informational Night/Cafe
Wednesday, May 15 : (B Day)
7:00-7:20 am- FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)/Rm. 203
4:00 pm- 7th/8th City Relays Track and Field Meet/Battle High School
Thursday, May 16: (A Day)
2:35-4:00 pm- Tennis Club/Meet at Locker Room
2:35-4:00 pm- French Study Hall/Annex K
2:35-4:00 pm- Current 6th/7th Girls Basketball Open Gym/Gym
2:35-4:00 pm- Talent Show Rehearsal/Cafe and Stage
Friday, May 17: (B Day)
8:00-2:35 pm- 6th Grade Picnic and Field Day at Bethel Park
8:00-2:35 pm- 7th Grade Field Trip to Lazer Lanes
8:00-2:35 pm- 8th Grade Field Trip to MU Rec Center
Saturday, May 18:
There are no activities scheduled for today.
Sunday, May 19:
There are no activities scheduled for today.
Future Dates to Remember
5/13- 7th/8th Gentry Choir Tour Day
5/14- Parent Athletic Informational Meeting @ 6:30 pm
5/17-6th-8th Grade End-of-the-Year Field Trips
5/22- 7th Grade End-of-the-Year Award Ceremony (8:00 am)
5/22- 6th Grade End-of-the-Year Award Ceremony (1:30 pm)
5/23- Cheer Squad Tryouts
5/23- 8th Grade Graduation (8:00 am)
5/24- 8th Grade Finals
5/27- No School Due to Memorial Day
5/28- Final Day of School (12:05 Early Release), Talent Show Assemblies and Yearbook Distribution
Jaguar News
Dr. Fairouz Bishara
Email: fbishara@cpsk12.org
Website: https://www.cpsk12.org/Domain/17
Phone: (573) 214-3240
Twitter: @FairouzBishara