GMS Weekly News and Notes
Weekly Updates
Last week, we were proud to award our first round of GMS Kindness Awards. The students pictured above were selected for recognition by GMS staff members for going above and beyond to be kind to others. We are proud of these scholars who take the time to make GMS a better place for their peers. Thanks to administrative assistant Melissa Gabriel and Assistant Principal Spillane for their coordination of this special program!
As we move toward the one quarter mark of the school year, I want to emphasize that acts of kindness apply to behavior in the midst of daily routines as well. It is important that all of our students renew their commitment to taking care of one another and ensuring a safe and welcoming learning environment for everyone every day. Keeping hands to selves in the hallways, staying seated during lunch, and making sure tables and seats are clean afterwards are important daily routines we continue to work on with our students. Any emphasis for the importance of these practices that can be relayed at home is always greatly appreciated!
Halloween Dance!
Academic Spotlight: 8th Grade Science
Soup and a Roll
No Friction Here
GMS Parent-Teacher Conferences
In-person Parent-Teacher conferences will take place on Wednesday, November 16th between 2:30 and 8:00 PM. In the interest of providing equitable access to all families, we will also host virtual conferences on Friday, November 18th between noon and 2:30 PM.
On November 9th, families will receive an email containing information on sign-ups. Appointments may be reserved for 5 minute check-ins with individual teachers via our online sign-up system. Please note that we will be unable to switch an appointment from in-person to virtual or vice versa, so please choose the format that works best for you.
I also encourage parents and guardians to reach out to teachers or other GMS staff by email any time you have a question related to a specific class or program. We want our lines of communication open at all times!
GMS Bulldog Scholar-Athletes of the Week
Congratulations to Isabel Camille ('29) and Daniel Cain ('27) for being named Bulldog Scholar-Athletes of the Week.
Winter Sports Updates
CHEERLEADING:
Are you interested in expressing your school spirit by joining the Galvin Bulldogs Cheer Squad this winter? Tryouts will be held after Thanksgiving on Monday, November 28th, Tuesday, November 29th and Wednesday, November 30th.
Bring a positive attitude and show your enthusiasm during tryouts. ALL students are welcome to try out. No experience necessary.
Please see or reach out to Mr. Gibson with any questions.
BASKETBALL:
Do you enjoy the wonderful sport of basketball? Would you like to learn the basic rules and play with friends while getting in some good exercise each week? Would you like to represent GMS in a positive way? Then you should consider participating in GMS Recreational Basketball this winter. The season is set to tip off on Monday, November 28th after Thanksgiving break.
For further details please see or reach out to Mr. Gibson.
Food Drive
GMS CAPT Corner
Please visit the GMS CAPT Website which has updates on special programs and updated meeting minutes.
Next GMS CAPT Meeting: Monday, November 7th at 6:30PM in the GMS library. All are welcome.
If you have any questions, or are interested in volunteering ,please reach out to galvincapt@gmail.com
Cantonstock
Saturday, Nov 5, 2022, 12:00 PM
Canton High School, Washington Street, Canton, MA, USA
Important dates to note
- Saturday, November 5th: Cantonstock at CHS, 12:00-4:00 PM
- Monday, November 7th: GMS School Council meeting, 5:00-6:00 PM
- Monday, November 7th: GMS CAPT meeting, 6:30 PM
- November 8-23rd: Food Drive (in partnership with CHS)
- Wednesday, November 16th: Parent-Teacher Conferences, 2:30-8:00 PM
- Friday, November 18th: Virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences, 12:00-2:30 PM
Events Around Town
New this week:
- Secret Santa/ Canton Helpline
- Learn to skate
William H. Galvin Middle School
Courtney Gaboury, Administrative Assistant
Jim Spillane, Assistant Principal
Amy Muldoon, Special Education Team Chair
Karim Gibson, Dean of Students
Email: mulhernj@cantonma.org
Website: https://www.cantonma.org/gms/index
Location: 55 Pecunit Street, Canton, MA, USA
Phone: 781-821-5070
Twitter: @GalvinMiddle