Dublin Grizzell Middle School
Weekly Update 10/30/20
Principal's Message
As we approach our second parent/teacher conference date, please remember to reach out to your student's individual teachers if you have any concerns. Team leaders will be finalizing their conference schedules this week.
Please make sure you take a close look at the information below regarding second semester learning mode.
* Note: EVERY family must select their choice of learning mode
Have a great weekend!
Andy
Select your 2020-21 second semester learning mode by Nov. 9
Dublin City Schools is preparing for the second semester of the 2020-21 school year and we are asking all parents to select their preferred learning mode for the second semester, either in-person or the Remote Learning Academy (RLA). This application window will be open until Nov. 9. Due to staffing constraints, we must adhere to this deadline. Click here for more information and links.
* I will be hosting a Zoom meeting to answer questions regarding 2nd semester on Tuesday, November 3rd, from 7 - 8 pm.
Click HERE for the meeting link.
Chromebook "Helmet" Sticker Awards!
Grizzell Schedules for the week of November 2nd - November 6th
Last Names (A - K) - AM session - 8 - 10:55 am
Last Names (L - Z) - PM session - 12:30 - 3:25 pm
Monday & Thursday Periods 1-4
Tuesday & Friday Periods 5-8
* No School on Tuesday
Put On Your Camera
Team & Grade Level Communication
Reminder: NO SCHOOL on Nov. 3 (ELECTION DAY) for staff professional development day.
There is no school Tuesday Nov. 3 as District staff will be participating in important professional development. You can learn more at this link.
Celtic Costume Contest
6th grade teachers
7th grade teachers
Shoutout to our GMS Girls' Cross Country Team who won the state championship this past weekend led by Milly Leonard's 2nd place finish
Winter Meet The Coach Night Virtual
New Grizzell Clothwear by Rah-Rah Now Available
We have partnered with a great local company, Rah-Rah, to provide an exciting opportunity for you to purchase high quality Grizzell clothwear. These new items are available for order now until November 4th. All of the items are high quality, soft, and extremely comfortable. Each order can be picked up at school free of charge OR shipped directly to your house. Please take a look at all the great items and get something for yourself, family member, or friend before the holidays! Use the following link to access the secure ordering website.
Dublin City Schools to remain in hybrid learning for the remainder of the first semester
Members of our volunteer medical committees met with school board leadership and members of the Dublin City Schools administration to review local COVID-19 data. This group also worked to further refine our Dublin City Schools Learning Mode Decision Making Guide.
Based upon this examination of local COVID-19 data, a decision was made to PAUSE the district’s move to full in-person instruction for grades K-8 and remain in the hybrid learning mode for all levels (K-12) for the remainder of the first semester.
Pack an extra mask
PTO Membership Pledge Drive--Donate by October 30th!
The PTO needs YOUR help to support our students and staff! Our PTO pledge drive is a key part of our efforts to support our Grizzell community through new technology for teachers, student recognition awards, 8th grade celebration activities and much more! Even a small monetary pledge of $25, $20 or $15 will help us meet our pledge drive goal!
DONATE HERE!
PayPal: Click HERE to make a direct donation with a credit card or PayPal account
Zelle: our user id is grizzellptotreasurer1@gmail.com; instructions at this link
For each $25 donation you will be entered in a raffle to win a gift card from Moo Moo Car Wash, Nothing Bundt Cakes or Target! The deadline to donate is Friday, October 30th!
A message from Dublin Ski and Board Club
Hello-We are hopeful for our Dublin Ski Club to continue this year on Tuesday nights starting after winter break. We have Cardinal charter busses reserved with COVID safety procedures in place. We are waiting only on Mad River Mountain to share with us what school ski clubs will look like this year with their reservation system. Per MRM: "We are currently working on the best approach to secure ski club participation through our new reservation system. As soon as we have those details, we will share with you. Our intention is to move forward with ski clubs, but it will be a collaboration that aligns with state, school and community guidelines."
We do have a NEW Schoology Group for ALL Dublin Ski and Board students grades 6-12, parents, advisors and chaperones to provide consistent communication. Here is a quick tutorial on how to join: Click Here
Join Code: 883G-68H2-K992J
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. Positive thoughts for a Snowy Ski & Board Season. As soon as we get the information from Mad River, we will post forms and payment information through our Dublin Ski & Board Schoology Group.
Questions can be addressed through Dublin Ski & Board Schoology Group or Kristi Jerger, Dublin Ski & Board Club District Coordinator
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.
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.
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