25/26 GMS
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
December 15, 2025
Message from Mrs. Johnson -
5 days and then 2 weeks off. It is important to have all students in school, focused on learning, and positive behavior. Remind your student that they are in school and are still expected to do their best.
Go Wolverines,
Mrs. Johnson
What’s Happening This Week?
Monday - Dec. 15 - Regular Schedule -
Boys basketball meeting during lunch in Mr. Zabala’s room today
Tuesday - Dec. 16 - Regular Schedule -
Wednesday - Dec. 17 - Early Release -
Homework Help from 1:00-3:00 in a classroom/gym
Thursday - Dec. 18 - Special Schedule -
Winter Celebration 2:30-3:10 in the gym
Friday - Dec. 19 - Regular Schedule -
Fun Friday 8th period - Positive Behavior Based
Away Wrestling Meet in Stayton - Students dismissed at 1:45
Sports:
Sorry, I messed up last week. Wrestling has one more meet this Friday, Dec. 19th in Stayton. Boy’s basketball starts after we return in January from winter break. Any boys interested in playing basketball will have a meeting on Monday, Dec. 15 during lunch.
Counselor Aloha:
The Power of Active Listening
You can help build a strong relationship with your child by giving them your full attention when they are sharing something with you. When children know that you are interested in what they have to say, they are more willing to share more with you, now and in the future.
Don't be Quick To Discipline Your Child
Understanding your child's behavior is part of your child's social and emotional development. Guiding them in ways that help them figure out themselves, school, drugs, friends, body images, and more, will be helpful in making good decisions and building trust with parents.
Thanks,
Ms. Aloha
Substance Prevention:
Last week, teachers encouraged students to continue practicing their refusal skills amongst each other. Next week, they will be presenting on Cannabis and its effects on the youth brain/body. The program we are using is by Stanford University:
A comprehensive, harm-reduction-based drug intervention curriculum.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about local substance treatment centers, or would like to share your sobriety story, please email or call at: guadalupe_lopez@gervais.k12.or.us | 503-792-3803 x4036.
Nurse Courtney:
The Oregon School Exclusion Day for incomplete immunizations is coming up on February 25th, 2026. If your student has incomplete immunizations, please address these as soon as possible. If you have any questions, or need any assistance, please contact the District Nurse.
We are entering the peak of cold and flu season in our schools and community. Please remind your students to wash their hands frequently, cover their coughs and sneezes, and keep them home if they are sick (fever, vomiting, or diarrhea). Please encourage your students and family to drink plenty of water, eat nutritious foods, and get adequate sleep. Please contact the District Nurse if you have any questions about illness, symptoms, or when to keep your child home from school.
Please give me a call at 503-792-3803 ext. 5076 or email me at courtney_utter@gervais.k12.or.us.
Thank you!
Courtney, RN