GMS Falcon Update
9/11/2020
What A Great First Week!!!
Please be sure to complete/update Online Forms
FREE FOOD FOR ALL!!!!!
ALL Graham Local Schools students have been approved to receive FREE BREAKFAST and FREE LUNCH at school until December 31, 2020. Our kickoff celebration for “FREE FOOD FOR ALL” will be on Wednesday September 16, 2020. This is not a grant, but a temporary change in the National School Lunch Program sponsored by the USDA. This opportunity has been approved by the Federal Government and being funded through the USDA to assist families during the COVID 19 Pandemic. Students are not required to participate and may still pack their lunches. But this is an excellent opportunity for families to save money on breakfast and lunch and also build revenue for our food service department.
We are also excited to announce that this opportunity will be available for our students who have chosen online instruction! Meal distribution for online students will begin Friday, October 2 and Graham will offer one pickup per week where families will receive 5 breakfasts, and 5 lunches per student similar to our distribution in the Spring. Families who are participating in GOA will receive instructions on ordering, and pickup of meals soon.
While there is no necessity or requirement for an application to receive free meals during this opportunity, we still encourage all families to complete a Free and Reduced Lunch Application. This “FREE FOOD FOR ALL” program will only last until December 31st, and by qualifying for Free and Reduced Lunch, there are benefits for families in regards to other school related fees.
If you have questions please contact,
Don Burley, Director of Operations - burleyd@grahamlocalschools.org
Ashlee Skinner, Administrative Assistant - skinnera@grahamlocalschools.org
GMS Picture Day is September 16th
** Information went home with students TODAY
After School FLIGHT Program
Let your mind take FLIGHT!
GMS FLIGHT is a place to think critically and creatively; to learn to problem-solve; to try your hand at new skills with fun tools and devices; and to work cooperatively with others while staying true to yourself. Join us Monday-Thursday after school in the MS Hub. (All registration forms must be filled out and approved before students can attend FLIGHT). Questions? Contact Dawn Rankin at 937-663-3317 or at rankind.flight@grahamlocalschools.org.)
https://www.grahamlocalschools.org/FLIGHTProgramafterschool.aspx
Immunizations for Grade 7
Ohio Law requires that all seventh graders must have received multiple immunizations. Before starting school, students in the 7th grade must have a Tdap (Tetanus, Diptheria, and Pertussis) and a Meningococcal vaccine. Written proof of receiving these vaccinations must be on file in the school office. Students who do not have evidence of proper immunizations will be excluded from school after 14 days, per Ohio Revised Code.
If your doctor says immunization might be harmful to your student, a waiver must be on file. If you object to immunization for good cause, for example religious convictions, a waiver must be on file.
If you need them to be faxed, our Fax number at GMS is 937-663-4674
Upcoming Events
Saturday, September 12 - 7th/8th volleyball vs Kenton Ridge @ 10:00a.m.
Saturday, September 12 - Troy Cross Country Invitational @ 9:00a.m.
Monday, September 14 - Announced Fire Drill (weather permitting)
Monday, September 14 - 7th/8th volleyball @ Tecumseh @ 5:30p.m.
Tuesday, September 15 - 7th/8th football @ Tecumseh @ 5:30p.m.
Wednesday, September 16 - Student Picture Day
Wednesday, September 16 - 7th/8th volleyball vs. Northwestern @ 5:30p.m.
Friday, September 18 - No School, Staff In-service Day
Saturday, September 19 - Graham Cross Country Invitational @ 9:00a.m.
Monday, September 21 - 7th/8th volleyball vs. Bellefontaine @ 5:30p.m.
Tuesday, September 22 - 7th/8th football @ Bellefontaine @ 5:30p.m.
Wednesday, September 23 - 7th/8th volleyball @ Urbana @ 5:30p.m.
Saturday, September 26 - Max Evans Memorial Cross Country Invite @ 9:00a.m.
Monday, September 28 - 7th/8th volleyball @ North Union @ 5:30p.m.
Tuesday, September 29 - 7th/8th football vs. Indian Lake @ 5:30p.m.
Wednesday, September 30 - 7th/8th volleyball @ Indian Lake @ 5:30p.m.
** Due to current restrictions on capacity at athletic events, only guests listed on the player/coach pass list will be able to purchase a ticket.
Nick Guidera - Principal
Emily Shreve - Assistant Principal
Melissa Erter - School Counselor
Grades 6-8
Email: guideran@grahamlocalschools.org
Website: www.grahamlocalschools.org
Location: 9644 W US HWY 36 Saint Paris, Ohio 43072
Phone: 937-663-5339
Twitter: @grahammidschool