25/26 GMS
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
November 10, 2025
MESSAGE FROM MRS. JOHNSON -
Lots of construction is happening outside my window. I will try to include pictures of the progress. Yes, it is a bit noisy and the room can be shaking at times. 😳😬😀Two pictures from outside me window are at the bottom of the newsletter.
We had a Spirit Competition on Friday and the staff won! Congrats to the GMS staff. Great job with the competition! Loads of fun -
Reminder - No school Tuesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.
Go Wolverines,
Mrs. Johnson
Important Dates for the Week of Nov. 10
Week 2 of 2 - Perfect attendance for students = 1 frosted sugar cookie on Monday, Nov. 17th. Be here every day. Religious holidays don’t count against you.
Monday - Nov. 10 - Regular Schedule -
Tuesday - Nov. 11 - NO SCHOOL / VETERAN’S DAY
Wednesday - Nov. 12 - Early Release -
Homework Help from 1:00-3:00 in a classroom
Away Girl’s Basketball game vs Western Christian @ 3:00pm
Thursday - Nov. 13 - Regular Schedule -
Away Wrestling Match vs Colton @ 4:00pm
Friday - Nov. 14 - Regular Schedule -
Fun Friday - Based on passing grades
Counselor Aloha:
🫶🏽 Universal Tips for Supporting Your Child with Anxiety:
Let’s avoid it being “just anxiety” and develop a greater knowledge & understanding of anxiety and the impact on the body & brain
Create child-led predictable routines to reduce uncertainty
Encourage open communication and actively listen without judgment
Teach and practice calming techniques like deep breathing and mindfulness
Provide quiet spaces where your child can regroup if overwhelmed
Collaborate with school counselor and staff to ensure consistent support
Thanks,
Ms. Aloha
Substance Prevention:
Hi GMS parents and guardians! This year, we will continue our substance prevention lessons to educate and inform our students on the risks of substance use on their developing brains. This year, we are changing this up by using a program created by Stanford University: A comprehensive, harm-reduction-based drug intervention curriculum. This website has great preventative information for families as well.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about local substance treatment centers, please don't hesitate to reach out.
guadalupe_lopez@gervais.k12.or.us or 503-792-3803 x4036
Nurse Courtney:
Please give me a call at 503-792-3803 ext. 5076 or email me at courtney_utter@gervais.k12.or.us.
Thank you!
Courtney
