Gladiator News
October 25- October 29 , 2021
Dear Gladiator Families,
Hello Gladiator Nation!!
The phase of the week is GLADIATOR GAMES!! They are this week, on Friday! Gladiator is both a fun time for students, but also our only fundraiser for PTA for the year. Students compete in a variety of games, but earn points this year based on number of students per grade level who wear their Gladiator Games shirts! Please see the information below for all the details and how to purchase Gladiator Games t-shirts. We will also have an onsite sale in the morning on Wed and Thursday in the front of the school!
We have another major announcement. WE ARE THE BEST MIDDLE SCHOOL IN NISD according to US World and News Report! We always have know this, but now it "Facebook official"! You can access the official story here: https://www.usnews.com/education/k12/middle-schools/texas/northside-independent-school-district-113050
We are so proud of our ranking and couldn't have done it, and continue to do it, without the support of our wonderful staff, students and community! Thank you! We can't wait to display our accomplishment proudly!
Speaking of accomplishments, we have some Zone championships to talk about! Congratulations to 8th grade football, 8th grade volleyball and 7th grade volleyball! All three teams went undefeated and won their respective zones. Congratulations to our coaches and players on their Zone championships! Volleyball will have their end of season tournament next weekend, while football will participate in the inaugural football playoff series for middle school. All football games will happen at Farris, and we expect the ENTIRE Gladiator Nation to attend! It will be quite an event! More details to come about time, and date.
Fanny Pack Friday's have begun! We have had so much fun presenting this out to our students! Here is the official video link: https://youtu.be/fck37_v8IhU
Picture retake day is Nov 5
Due to the improvement to health metrics, NISD has modified their mask requirements. Masks are not required but highly encouraged as of Oct. 11. See information here:
https://www.nisd.net/news/update-temporary-mask-mandate
We have a new Librarian!! Her name is Mrs. Delgadillo! Here is her first HGMS Library Smore!
From PTA
Good Morning Gladiators! Now through Friday November 5th, your PTA is accepting entries for the annual Reflections program. Did you know? The Reflections program encourages students of all ages and abilities to explore and be involved in the arts in an educational way. We urge you to create and submit your original works of art in the medium of your choice - dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts - reflecting on the theme "I Will Change the World By..." All submissions will be recognized for their artistic ingenuity to bring the theme to life in a way that is personal and meaningful. Interested students can submit an entry online or in person. Rules & entry forms can be found at the Reflections display or online at https://www.txpta.org/reflections-participation, check out our Facebook posts or your Gladiator newsletter for all the details and a chance to win a prize for your artistic submission.
We ask you connect with us via social media. All our information is below:
NISD
Twitter: @NISD
Garcia Middle School
Twitter: @NISDgarcia
Instagram: @nisdgarcia
Facebook: Hector Garcia Middle School PTA
Principal- Mark Lopez
Twitter: @DrMarkJLopez
Academic Dean- Lori Persyn
Twitter:@LoriPersyn
Associate Principal: Mateo Macias
Twitter:@APMateoMacias
Assistant Principal- Joel Castillo
Twitter: @Joel4Castillo
Welcome Mr. Macias, New Associate Principal at HGMS!
Upcoming Events/Announcements
Hello Gladiator Families! Gladiator Games will be on Friday, October 29th! We are excited to have the event back in full force (with a few minor adjustments). This is a fun event where grade levels compete for points through games, activities and by wearing their Gladiator Games t-shirts. In order for the event to be a success, we need your help. We are asking for snack, water, and prize donations. See the sign up link here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0449AFA82CA2FA7-gladiator
Missed Market Day? Click Below!
Academic Coaching/ Tutoring Information
2021-2022 Bell Schedule
Dress Code Reminder
HGMS Clubs/Organizations Information
HGMS Counseling Connection
Counselors are ready for our Gladiators!!
Request to see one here:
HGMS PTA
A message for the BEST PTA IN NISD!!
Welcome back Gladiator Family! The HGMS PTA is here for our students, staff and families. We host activities throughout the year for students and families and appreciation events for the staff. With your support through Gladiator Games Sponsorships and shirt purchase, membership dues, and spirit gear sales, we are also able to provide our staff with grants to improve the Gladiator Experience! We have an updated website you can use to get the latest information (http://www.hgmspta.com) and you can also follow us on Facebook.
Please visit our website at http://www.hgmspta.com to join PTA for only $10, buy a Gladiator Games shirt, Gladiator spirit gear and to become a Gladiator Games sponsor. The HGMS PTA is currently the largest PTA in NISD and you can be part of the best PTA by joining; no volunteering required. And anyone can join: parents, grandparents, students, even neighbors or friends. Be a Gladiator Games Sponsor before October 11th and you will get your company’s logo on this year’s sponsor banner.
Let’s make this year the best we can! See you soon!
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Connect With Dr. Lopez!!
Email: mark.lopez@nisd.net
Website: https://www.nisd.net/garcia
Location: 14900 Kyle Seale Parkway, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 210-397-8400
Twitter: @DrMarkJLopez