GMS Game Plan: Parent Newsletter
May 5th-10th
GMS Families,
Greenbrier Games is underway! Our students were randomly placed on a team and have been working to earn points and stamps for their team as they prepared for the ATLAS Summative Assessments. This week, students will take the Literacy, Math, and Science ATLAS Assessment. This year, students are given unlimited time. We would love for you to help us encourage them to take their time and be confident in their answer! Please help us ensure that students are at school on time with their charged chromebook!! We will have reward time each day for those who are present and work hard during the test sessions!Next week, students will take the MAP Assessment in Math and Literacy. We have been encouraging and motivating our students as cannot wait to celebrate their growth and achievements!
As crazy as it sounds, this year is almost over! Please check out our May calendar of events below! We will have multiple PBIS (positive behavior in school) rewards throughout the month. Please encourage your student to stay off the ICU list by turning in quality work the first time and NO office referrals! Be sure to be turning in your absent notes upon arrival back to school. Semester Exams will be the 23rd and 24th.
Teacher Appreciation Week is this week!!! We will be celebrating our teachers all week. We encourage you to send a positive email or note to a teacher than has made a positive impact on your kiddo!
Arrival and drop off: please make sure you are using the designated middle school car rider lines for drop off and pick up of students in the morning and afternoons. Car riders going to the MS and JH middle split, MUST GO AROUND the loop and NOT straight!! See below for the car rider traffic patterns!!
This week:
- Monday- Literacy ATLAS Assessment
- Tuesday- Math ATLAS Assessment
- Wednesday- Science ATLAS Assessment
- Saturday- Walk for Hope (Join the GMS team)
Parent Podcast EAST Project by William and Jackson
As part of their EAST Project, Jackson and William wanted to add a new component of parent communication to our GMS Families. Click on the link to their monthly Parent Podcast.
A few reminders:
- ICU will continue every Thursday and Friday. If your student has missing assignments, teachers will place them on the ICU list until it completed. ICU is an opportunity for students to complete their work with a staff member during lunch. Students bring their lunch to the ICU location and participates in a "working lunch." Our goal is for all students to turn in high quality work, on time
- Please help us remind our students to get their BEST work turned in ON TIME!
- Please help us remind students to bring their chromebook and charger, everyday! Don't forget to follow us on facebook to see what is happening at GMS!
- All students need to be in class by 7:50. Please help us make sure all students are present and ready for learning! If you arrive after 7:50, a parent must check in their student in the office. Please make sure you are aware of attendance and policy protocols.
Please check out out our Go Guardian application that enable parents and guardians the ability to view their children’s Internet access history, block specific websites, pause their children’s Internet, and schedule Internet availability on managed devices. We are excited to offer this safety measure for our students and families.
Upcoming and Important Information:
Walk for Hope- Rescheduled for the 11th!
Greenbrier High School Lifesaver's 4th Annual Walk for Hope
Bringing Mental Health & Suicide Out of the Darkness
Date: April 27th, 2024
Check In Time: 5:30-5:55 a.m.
Race begins: 6:00 a.m.
Location: Greenbrier High School Campus
We are thrilled to invite you to join us for our 4th annual Walk for Hope on Saturday, April 27th! This event, hosted by our Greenbrier High School Lifesavers Club, is a powerful testament to our commitment to raising awareness about mental health and suicide prevention.
The Out of the Darkness Run/Walk is more than just a walk; it's a journey of hope, healing, and remembrance. By participating, you're not only honoring the lives lost to suicide but also spreading a message of compassion and support for those struggling with mental health challenges. All participants are invited to stay afterwards as the Greenbrier School Counseling Team will host a special 30-40 minute presentation in the dining hall called "Talk Saves Lives."
Together, we can make a difference. Whether you're walking to honor a loved one, to support a friend, or simply to raise awareness, your presence matters. Every step we take brings us closer to a world where mental health is understood, stigma is eradicated, and support is readily available for all.
Registering for the walk is easy. Simply visit [Registration Link] for more information and to sign up.
Important Dates:
May 6th-May 8th: Math, Reading, Science ATLAS State Assessments (Please do not schedule appointments on these days. Testing will be from 8-10:30)
May 6th-10th: Mental Health Awareness Week and Teacher Appreciation Week- Wear Green!
May 13th-15th: District MAP Testing (Math and Reading Only)
May 17th: Kickball and FineArts Day
May 20th: 5th Grade Tours
May 21st: Walk in My Shoes Night- for upcoming 5th graders
May 22nd: Party in the Park- Holland Park Reward Trip for MAP Growth Celebrations
May 22nd: Awards Assembly- times TBA
May 23rd and 24th: Semester Assessments
May 24, 28, 29- School In Session, Snow Makeup Days
H.E.A.R.T of the Panther Expectations
Greenbrier Schools Secondary Dresscode:
Standards Based Grading: What does my child's progress report mean?
If you are needing HAC Access, please call the office and get your login and password.
GMS Bell Schedule
GMS 2023-2024 Orientation Information
Counseling Corner:
GMS Athletic Events
ALL middle school students attending a Greenbrier sporting event must be accompanied by an adult.
Parent and Family Support
Ten Positive Behavior Support Strategies to Support Families at Home
Contact Us:
griffinl@greenbrierschools.org
Tory Moix, Assistant Principal
Taylor Stone, Dean of Students
Tami Buchanan, Counselor
buchanant@greenbrierschools.org
Susan Bradley, Administrative Assistant
bradleys@greenbrierschools.org
Website: https://www.greenbrierschools.org/Domain/10
Location: 13 School Drive, Greenbrier, AR, USA
Phone: 501-679-2113