Dublin Grizzell Middle School
Weekly Update 11/20/20
Principal's Message
Please enjoy the weekend with your family. Personally, I am looking forward to seeing the Buckeyes back in action like a normal fall Saturday!
Go Celts and Go Bucks!
Andy
Grizzell Schedules for the week of November 23rd - November 24th
Last Names (A - K) - AM session - 8 - 10:55 am
Last Names (L - Z) - PM session - 12:30 - 3:25 pm
Monday - Periods 1-4
Tuesday - Periods 5-8
Changes to learning mode for HS/MS students starting Nov. 30
As you are aware, yesterday Franklin county was designated as “purple” in the state of Ohio’s rating system. Over the past few weeks, the rise in the number of COVID-19 cases in central Ohio and Dublin have sharply increased.
As such, Dublin City Schools’ middle and high schools will be in remote learning mode for the remainder of the first semester beginning Nov. 30.
Elementary students will remain in hybrid learning mode. You can read more at this link.
Winter Athletics on Pause for Middle Schools
As you are aware, yesterday Franklin County was designated as “purple” in the state of Ohio’s COVID -19 rating system. Over the past few weeks, the rise in the number of COVID-19 cases in central Ohio and specifically within the Dublin school district have sharply increased. Due to the overwhelming increase of positive cases, most specifically in Dublin, a decision has been made regarding middle school extracurricular activities.
Effective immediately, ALL middle school activities (sports and extracurriculars) have been paused until Monday, November 30, 2020. After this pause, District Administration will revisit this decision in order to determine the next course of action moving forward.
We want our students to participate this season, therefore, taking safety precautions outside of school is equally as important to what we do in school. As many have been doing, mitigation strategies at home need to be followed. Thank you for your diligence in social distancing, wearing face coverings, and washing your hands.
GMS Gimkit #1 Winners
1st Place: Shubhan Garani, Shanyu Tiwari, Nischith Srikanth, & Pranith Amara
2nd Place: Rishith Bethina, Nitin Jasti, Ashwin Basireddy, & Raghava Deivanaathan
3rd Place: Pragalya Arumugam, Parama Ghosh, Michelle Lee, & Simran Oberoi
Spirit Week Continues on Monday and Tuesday
Guidance Department Videos for Student Support
RLA Social Lunch Opportunity!
Are you a member of the Remote Learning Academy at Karrer or Grizzell and feel you are missing out on interacting with peers? If so, join our RLA Social Group!
This group will be led by Mrs. Honeycutt, Miss Taylor, and Mrs. Hemmerich, and allow for students to interact and participate in various activities.
WHO: RLA Students
WHAT: Social Group with Mrs. Honeycutt, Miss Taylor & Mrs. Hemmerich
WHEN: Every Monday @ 11:00am
WHERE: Google Meet
Let us know if you have any questions!
Dublin Ski and Board Club Canceled for the 2021 Winter Season
Thank you for your patience. I regret to inform you that Dublin Ski and Board Club has been canceled for the 2021 winter season. Student safety is our priority. Given the current COVID numbers and being in a global pandemic, we are unable to safely continue with Ski and Board Club. In addition, Mad River Mountain is unable to accommodate Ski Clubs this year and is not offering student ski club rates.
Although we are not having an organized Ski Club, I do have some good news for you!
Snow Trails is offering a discounted rate if you purchase by November 30th. Please See The Attached Flyer. Also, Colorado Mountain is offering a discount to Dublin City Schools students. Please See The Attached Flyer.
Finally, Mad River is offering their EPIC Pass. Check with their website for details about Reservations.
Again, I apologize that Dublin Ski and Board will not proceed for the 2020-2021 school year, but wish you all a safe winter ski season on your own! Skis up!
Kristi Jerger
Scottish Corners teacher helps save a parent’s life
Helpful Suggestions for Students from our GMS Guidance Department
Upcoming social and emotional well-being sessions through Parent University
The emotional health of our students, staff and parents is always one of Dublin City Schools’ highest priorities. Parent University is offering two more free online sessions for our community centered on developing coping skills during this pandemic. Click here for details.
Dublin City Schools COVID-19 data
You can review local COVID-19 data at this link and the District’s Learning Mode Decision Making Guide here.
When to keep students at home?
If you have asked yourself the question, “when should I keep my child home from school during this pandemic?” please visit this link to guidance from Franklin County Public Health.
Breakfasts and Lunches Free
Breakfasts and lunches can also be picked up at six locations around the District. A schedule for the District’s grab n go breakfast and lunch schedule is posted here.
Our food service is asking that both Remote Learning Academy (all grade levels) students and Hybrid (elementary only) students reserve their meals using the forms below.
Grizzell Team Google Sites
6th Grade Hybrid Google Site ---- 6th Grade RLA Google Site ---- Main Office/Guidance
7th Grade Hybrid Google Site ---- 7th Grade RLA Google Site
8th Grade Hybrid Google Site ---- 8th Grade RLA Google Site ----Specialized Learning Center
GRIZZELL MIDDLE SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
Ally Casale (Students with last names beginning with A-G) 614-718-8623
Jackie Zody (Students with last names beginning with H-O) 614-718-8620
Lisa Sperry (Students with last names beginning with P-Z). 614-718-8622
Katie Pack (Guidance Secretary) 614-718-8613
Dublin Grizzell Middle School
Ms. Shana Murray - Assistant Principal
Email: Grizzell_info@dublinschools.net
Website: https://www.dublinschools.net/Domain/12
Location: 8705 Avery Rd, Dublin, OH 43017
Phone: (614) 798-3569
Twitter: @gmsDCSD