
Still need a meal? No problem! Any family wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the High School Event Entrance or have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

For those GMS students who are currently learning in-person at school, state testing will begin next week. All students will take the English Language Arts test on 4/13. Eighth grade science will be given on 4/15, and math will be tested for both grades on 4/20. #1JAG

Any family wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the High School Event Entrance or have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Any family wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the High School Event Entrance or have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Any family wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the High School Event Entrance or have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Math Madness is coming to GMS! Mrs. Morgan and Miss Shafer will be sponsoring a tournament for any interested GMS student. Practices and tournament will occur after school. We are pleased we can offer this opportunity for our students! #1JAG

Congratulations to our Students of the Month! Chosen were 7th graders Elise E. and Elizabeth P. , 8th graders Kylee N. and Whinrey B., and online student Heidi A. These students are conscientious and academically focused. #1JAG

The JAG HS After-Prom Virtual Basket Auction is in full swing! Tickets can be purchased with cash, check, or Venmo. More info in link below. Ticket sales end March 7th at noon, so purchase your tickets ASAP!
https://www.jagschools.org/article/405939

It was fun seeing the students work through "The Goblet of Epic Proportions" in 7th grade math class today. Miss Shafer is helping the students review for the Tri-Proportional Tournament as they work their way through the grounds of Hogwarts. #1JAG

Any family wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the High School Event Entrance or have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Any family wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the High School Event Entrance or have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

The GMS chapter of the National Beta Club tapped 32 students today for potential membership in this scholarly and service-oriented club. We are proud that we have so many high-achieving students who strive to help others. #1JAG

Spread the word...2021 Kindergarten registration Information now available:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/380491

Happy New Year! Since cases remain low in our zip codes, Portage County maintains its Red status and our quarantine/positive case numbers remain low, we will return to hybrid mode on January 4. We will see students in Group A on Monday! Go G-Men!

Families wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the Elementary School PD Center of have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Families wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the Elementary School PD Center of have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

JAG COVID-19 Update - Portage County Returns to Red Status
https://www.jagschools.org/article/369652

Families wishing to pick up meals next Monday at the Elementary School PD Center of have them delivered to their home should complete the online form located at https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Internet access will be made available at the school beginning Wednesday. Please call 330.527.4336 by 4pm today to reserve your spot. Transportation and meals will be provided. Details can be found at https://www.jagschools.org/article/360928

The District requests completion of the online pick-up order form (through Google forms) by 4 p.m. Friday for the next Monday pick-up. We have also added delivery! This allows the cafeteria staff to be better prepared for distribution. https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Tonight’s girls varsity and middle school basketball games will be played as scheduled. All athletic events, practices and extracurricular activities between December 4 and December 31 have been cancelled.

The District requests completion of the online pick-up order form (through Google forms) by 4 p.m. Friday for the next Monday pick-up. We have also added delivery! This allows the cafeteria staff to be better prepared for distribution. https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

JAG Families -
You may now declare your learning selection for the second semester in Final Forms. The deadline is Wednesday, December 9th. Please visit https://garfield-oh.finalforms.com to make your selection of In-person or Online under the section titled "Learning Plan Selection - Semester 2."
For assistance with Final Forms please contact your building secretary.

SNOW DAY!
JAG will be closed today due to the weather.
https://www.jagschools.org/article/357590
School resumes tomorrow for students in Group A.
Please be safe!
Go G-Men!

The District requests completion of the online pick-up order form (through Google forms) by 4 p.m. Friday for the next Monday pick-up. We have also added delivery! This allows the cafeteria staff to be better prepared for distribution. https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

JAG will be moving to our hybrid model for two weeks beginning Monday, November 23 through Friday, December 4.
Details on this change can be found on the district website by visiting:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/352461

The District requests completion of the online pick-up order form (through Google forms) by 4 p.m. Friday for the next Monday pick-up. We have also added delivery! This allows the cafeteria staff to be better prepared for distribution. https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

The District requests completion of the online pick-up order form (through Google forms) by 4 p.m. Friday for the following Monday pick-up. We have also added delivery! This allows the cafeteria staff to be better prepared for distribution. https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Tonight's Varsity Football game against Beaver Local will be available via Live Stream at https://ysnlive.com/live/ starting at 7pm. Go G-Men!

The District requests completion of the online pick-up order form (through Google forms) by 4 p.m. Friday for the following Monday pick-up. We have also added delivery! This allows the cafeteria staff to be better prepared for distribution. https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

The District requests completion of the online pick-up order form (through Google forms) by 4 p.m. Friday for the following Monday pick-up. We have also added delivery! This allows the cafeteria staff to be better prepared for distribution. https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Welcome to the NEW JAG website featuring easier navigation and a refreshed look!
http://jagschools.org

Good news in Portage County amidst the crazy State numbers. Zip code numbers in our area remain low. Portage County is now only meeting two of the seven indicators. If we reduce the cases per 100k we will move back to Orange Status!
For these reasons we will remain learning face to face five days a week.
KEEP OUR GUARD UP! Mask Up...Back Up...Wash Up! We want to remain in school!
Go G-Men!

The District requests completion of the online pick-up order form (through Google forms) by 4 p.m. Friday for the following Monday pick-up. We have also added delivery! This allows the cafeteria staff to be better prepared for distribution.
https://forms.gle/ti6sVCpZRSTf1TfcA

Apply for free/reduced meals today. Visit https://www.jagschools.org/article/332714?org=jag-local-schools for details.
Go G-Men!

After consultation with the Portage County Health Director, our local spread of COVID remains low. He commended the great work of our community and school personnel....great job! For this reason JAG will remain learning face to face next week. Have a great week! Remember to Back up, Mask up and Wash up! Go G-Men!

Reminder:
JAG is still an open site for food distribution if you are learning online and would like school meals at no cost to you. Get details and sign now by visiting:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/301647

Reminder:
JAG is still an open site for food distribution if you are learning online and would like school meals at no cost to you. Get details and sign now by visiting:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/301647

Reminder:
JAG is still an open site for food distribution if you are learning online and would like school meals at no cost to you. Get details and sign now by visiting: https://www.jagschools.org/article/301647

Learning online and need school meals at home? JAG is still an open site for food distribution. Get details and sign now by visiting: https://www.jagschools.org/article/301647

JAG Covid Update:
Learn more about the JAG COVID Dashboard Data.
https://www.loom.com/share/1244ea0a19fc4384811f5c0b6f6b54fe

Important Update - Local COVID Data causes no change to JAG learning next week:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/323137

Congratulations to our GMS Students of the Month: Noah Henderson, Lillian Kercher, Hallie Cebulla, Loreal Puleo, and Ollie May. Well done, students! We are proud of your work. You are helping make this year special. #1JAG

Learning online and need school meals at home? JAG is still an open site for food distribution. Get details and sign now by visiting: https://www.jagschools.org/article/301647

Interim reports will be posted this week, available through Progressbook. We encourage all families to check Progressbook regularly for grade updates. If you have any questions about logging on to Progressbook, please contact the Middle School office. #1JAG

Learning online and need school meals at home? JAG is still an open site for food distribution. Get details and sign now by visiting: https://www.jagschools.org/article/301647

The 2019-2020 GMS yearbook is currently being printed. It should be completed and sent to the school sometime in October. We will send out more information once we receive them. #1JAG

Please consider supporting Middle School MVPs through the Bonner Farms Beef Sale! Visit https://bonnerfarmsbeef.com/g-men/ to order!

Learning online and need school meals at home?
JAG is an open site for food distribution. Get details and sign now by visiting https://www.jagschools.org/article/301647

Important information on two-week move to Hybrid Learning:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/309665

Learning online and need school meals at home? JAG is an open site for food distribution. Get details and sign up here: https://www.jagschools.org/article/301647

CORRECTION:
PK-6 pictures are Wednesday, September 16th.

After our first week of school, students and staff have done a great job of adhering to our Mask up, Back up, Wash up guidance to keep everyone safe. This is keeping the number of students sent home ill very low. You can view our current data by visiting https://5il.co/kyz9

We had a superb day at GMS! We are proud of our students and staff who made this day so special and successful. We look forward to meeting tomorrow's group and expect this year to be the best yet. #1JAG

Families learning online:
This afternoon Mr. Bartz sent an email with an invitation to the orientation meetings tomorrow. If you did not get this email and are enrolled in JAG's online academy, please email Mr. Bartz ASAP (tbartz@jagschools.org) so he can get you these links.

Help support JAG Middle School with their "Beefy" fundraiser.
https://bonnerfarmsbeef.com/g-men/
Thank you Bonner Farms for the partnership!

The final school meal distribution of the summer will be tomorrow at the elementary school from 10-noon and 5-7. Meals are available for ANY child age 1-18.

We are so excited to welcome our teaching staff back tomorrow! As a team, we are ready for the new school year. #1JAG

The GMS Staff is preparing for our return to school on September 8 and 9. A supply list for the 7th grade is available on the school website; 8th grade students should prepare with pencils, pens, notebooks, and folders for each class. All students will need a face mask #1JAG

Reminder: School meals are available for pickup thru AUG 31. Pull up to elementary school every Monday between 10-noon and 5-7pm for your meals. Meals are available to anyone ages 1-18.

Please log on to Final Forms and indicate whether your child(ren) will be attending in-person or on-line for fall schooling for the first semester. For those who will be attending in-person, we also need to know if you will be using school transportation. Thank you! #1JAG

REMINDER - If you have not completed the Learning Plan Selection or Transportation Information sections in Final Forms please do so ASAP.
https://garfield-oh.finalforms.com/
This information is necessary for our planning purposes.
Thank you!

Revised 2020-21 Calendar is now available online: https://5il.co/j4jh
Student groupings (A & B) will be determined and announced after all parents have completed Final Forms section for in person or online learning.
Family groupings will be maintained for your convenience.

JAG 2020 School Reopening Plan
Review the full plan for reopening schools by visiting:
https://5il.co/j1e8

JAG Families - You may now declare your intention in Final Forms for In-Person or Online Learning this fall for your child.
Visit https://garfield-oh.finalforms.com/ and complete the section titled "Learning Plan Selection".
Deadline to declare is August 10th.

New! JAG Online store for families to purchase high quality PPE at a low cost!
Online Store Opens: JUL 28
Store Closes: AUG 14
Delivered to School: AUG 28
Parent pickup: Week of AUG 31
Store link: https://jagppe2020.itemorder.com/sale

Due to travel restrictions in place for Ohio, any JAG athlete traveling out of Ohio between now and the start of school should notify their head coach immediately.

Niagara Falls trip information for the class of 2024! Follow this link to a letter from Mrs. Morgan: https://tinyurl.com/y4rdkjl8

The thoughts of all G-Men Nation are with Jim Gyulai and his family right now.
https://weeklyvillager.com/the-g-mens-greatest-fan/

Last call! If any GMS student has not picked up the contents from his/her school locker, or if chromebooks and textbooks still need to be returned to the school, please contact Mr. Hatcher by the end of the week. We can set up a drop-off /pickup time. Thanks! #1JAG

Year-end report cards are now available via Progressbook. Paper copies are available by request. Contact the Middle School office at (330)527-2151 to have a copy mailed home. Enjoy the summer! #1JAG

Summer Group Opportunity from JAG's own Kristi Fiorentino...learn more by visiting
https://www.jagschools.org/article/258513

Wow!!!! What an amazing community we have at Garfield! Thank you to all who came out to show support of our staff as they congratulated our kids on the completion of a very unique year. With over 50 vehicles (many with multiple staff members) in the parade, you made us all feel special. You are all so awesome! Thank you, and Go G-Men!

Happy last day of school, GMS! As the year comes to a close, we celebrate all of our triumphs and all of the new lessons we have learned. #1JAG

Now available - Summer Learning Resources
Teachers across the district have compiled a list of learning resources and activities to stay engaged in learning throughout the summer months.
Explore these resources by visiting https://5il.co/gse0

Staff Parade - This Thursday, June 4th!
The parade will leave JAG at 4:30pm. The route can be found by visiting https://5il.co/guw9

Reminder:
Celebrate the class of 2020 today starting at 1pm.
Visit https://youtu.be/I_vNu9efRD4 to view the celebration!

The parade is running about 15-20 minutes behind schedule. Thanks for your patience.

Graduation can be viewed on Sunday. The celebration begins at 1pm with the official ceremony to start at 2pm.
Subscribe to the Bureau on YouTube to view:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdYD2yKNxkTWgu7cLpylL7Q
It will also premier at facebook.com/jagschools at 1pm

Graduation can be viewed on Sunday. The celebration begins at 1pm with the official ceremony to start at 2pm.
View on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_vNu9efRD4
It will also premier at facebook.com/jagschools at 1pm

GMS chromebook and textbook drop-off will be June 8 from 10-12 and 5-7. Please contact the office at 330-527-2151 or email Mr. Hatcher (dhatcher@jagschools.org) with questions. #1JAG

This Friday the class of 2020 will be touring the 53 square miles of our district! Their parade will leave the school at 5pm and last about 2.5 hours. View their route here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11HyNheo2hhw40PV3rCvk_tGRiLX6RKuGQHtof1QUg7w/edit?usp=sharing

Senior Student Parade - Friday, May 29 @ 5pm
View the parade route and details by visiting https://5il.co/g6i2

A special thank you to Mrs. Schaefer, Mrs. Scirocco, Mr. Pfleger and Mr. Pfleger, Mr. King, Mrs. Morgan, Mrs. Gilmer, and Miss Shafer for helping distribute student belongings yesterday. Any GMS student who still needs to pick up their locker items can do so on June 8. #1JAG

Student belongings from lockers have been placed in labeled bags. Families can pick up these items on Thursday from 10-12 and 5-7 pm. Please drive to the Event Entrance and stay in your vehicle. We will bring the belongings out to you. Call the MS office with questions.

Attention Seniors and Parents,
We are looking for pictures to include in the senior slideshow. Please send them to mpetrie@jagschools.org. If they are of when they are younger, please include their names.

JAG Covid-19 Update - May 8, 2020
Impact of State Budget Cuts on JAG
https://www.jagschools.org/article/244411

GMS families will be able to pick up student belongings from their school lockers on May 14th, from 10- noon and from 5-7 pm. Please drive to the Event Entrance and wait in your vehicles. We will bring out student belongings to your car. Please call the office with questions.

JAG is very proud of our seniors. We want to show each one how much we care about them. Join us during the month of May to celebrate our seniors each week with the special events we have planned!
https://5il.co/fvnh

Students wishing to improve their fourth quarter grade may complete the Academic Improvement Activities found here:
https://5il.co/fv3f
Students wishing to maintain their grade should continue completing clocks through the Alternative Learning Plan:
https://5il.co/fcc0

Guidance for online learning from May 4-June 4 can be found by viewing our grading guidance, FAQ document and grading scenarios found in the following link:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/239089

JAG expands meal program:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/240544

JAG Covid-19 Update - April 29, 2020 - grading & resources
https://www.jagschools.org/article/239089

Check out this YouTube video from the STEM goes Red for Girls event that occurred in March. Thank you to Mrs. Giammo for attending with 8 great GMS students! https://youtu.be/ZQfWoccoCGk #1JAG #STEMGoesRedPortage

The MVPs are in need of people to run for office for next year. While you are welcome to run for any position, at this time the following positions need to be filled for next year: Vice President and Secretary. We would like to collect a list of those who are interested in running. We are in the process of figuring out how to run an election. If you are interested in running or have questions regarding any of the positions, please call Holly Gedeon (330) 842-0622.

Important Senior Graduation Information:
https://www.jagschools.org/article/236198
JAG Seniors - We WILL find a time to celebrate you! #2020Seniors

Congratulations to our Students of the Month!
Seventh graders Kylee Neer and Tyler Lutz and eighth graders Morgan Soltis and Kaid Turnbull were selected. Thank you for being academic leaders! #1JAG

Citizens of the Month who lead the way at GMS:
Hannah Stepic and Emma Scherick. Thank you for being such positive role models! #1JAG

The Alternative Learning Plan 3.0 is now available online and can be viewed by visiting https://5il.co/fcc0
Paper/Pencil packets will be available for pickup tomorrow (4/21).

JAG is very fortunate to have a School Resource Officer, Emily Ahrens. As a reminder, Officer Ahrens is available as a resource to conference with students, staff or families during our closure. She can be reached at eahrens@jagschools.org or by phone at 330-527-5631. #1JAG

When: April 16th 9:30-10:30 AM
FREE! Online discussion group on how to help your child solve problems & get along with others.
Participants must be registered at least one day prior to the session starting to receive the login link that allows you to join the session.
Contact: Lori Pamer
330-389-8345
lpamer@childrensadvantage.org

Good afternoon JAG Nation!
The Alternative Learning Plan 2.0 has been placed online and can be found by visiting https://5il.co/etuc
Paper packets/resources will be available for pickup tomorrow (4/8) at the front of the elementary (PK-6) and high school (7-12).

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words Video Slideshow #2 is now ready!
Enjoy the memories, and thank you to all who submitted photos!
Until we meet again....
https://5il.co/epcj

Has your situation changed due to Covid-19? JAG is here to help.....learn more and apply now!
http://www.jagschools.org/article/226630

Attention Students & Guardians: Two weeks have passed since we introduced the Alternative Learning Plan Activities created by our teachers. Let us know your thoughts and provide us some feedback as we begin to plan for an extension of this plan:
https://tinyurl.com/vwpm3kp

Hello, GMS! Remember to check your school email accounts for important messages. Also, make sure that you are checking in with your teachers regularly and submitting your completed work. Thank you! Go G-Men!

We are shut down, but we are still G-Men. Together we will survive and thrive! We miss seeing all of you and look forward to when we are back in our school building. Keep up the great work and keep in touch. #1JAG

Welcome back, GMS! This week will operate like the week before Spring Break. Make sure to continue to email your teachers. More details have been sent to your school email accounts. We hope to see you soon. Keep up the great work, keep communicating, go G-Men! #1JAG

Thank you for contributing to the "Picture is worth a thousand words" challenge last week! Here is the first video YOU created. May this provide you with some encouragement and hope until we can be together again! https://5il.co/e127
#1JAG #JAGSTRONG

Happy Friday, GMS! Just a quick reminder to check your school email accounts and your Google Classroom accounts. Teachers have posted and will continue to post information in Google Classroom. Enjoy your Spring Break next week!

"A picture is worth a thousand words but the memories are priceless!”
if you have a picture you would like to share of a memory from this school year, please send to cschaefer@jagschools.org
We are building a slideshow of what makes us G-men.
Pictures can be from any school/district event. #JAGSTRONG

Contact one of the following numbers to sign up for a HOT lunch, DELIVERED from the Garrettsville United Methodist Church, during the week of Mar 23-27. There is no cost! Hot meals will be delivered daily between 11am and noon. Interested in helping deliver meals? Contact 330.527.2055
Lunch requests:
330.592.1170 or
727.215.0508 or
330.842.1482

Alternative Learning Activities have been posted and can be found by visiting the following link:
http://www.jagschools.org/article/211192

The Middle School's Alternative Learning Plan, which will guide students over the next three weeks, has been sent to each student's school e-mail account. We will post a copy on the website soon, too. If you have questions, please email Mr. Hatcher.

Information is now available regarding school meals being provided to all students. Details can be found by visiting http://www.jagschools.org/article/210652?org=jag-local-schools

Kindergarten registration scheduled for Monday, March 16 has been postponed so our staff can meet with their students and explain our Alternative Learning Activities.

Spectrum Internet Assist Program offers affordable Internet to those in need:
https://www.spectrum.com/browse/content/spectrum-internet-assist

Thank you to those parents who have filled out the Family Climate Survey that was sent last week. If families have not filled out the survey, the survey will be open until Friday, February 28. The survey is here: https://www.pbisassessment.org/Anon/6H0000y21m0

Order any extra large or small pizza from Garrettsville Domino's on Friday, February 14th and the MVPs earn a percent of the profits. Offer good on carryout, dine in or delivery!

Niagara Falls Trip Update: Today students will bring home an envelope with information about the trip. Final balances, a certified birth certificate, and the required permission form will be due back to the school by February 21. Contact the school with any questions. #1JAG

Here is the link to our newest newsletter:
https://www.smore.com/r9fcv

Please help the MVPs raise money when doing your online shopping. Simply follow the link, select our school and start shopping! Our organization will start to earn money!
https://www.schoolstore.com/cgi/SSCHomePage?orderid=30058431120191204

We would like all students and parents to have completed Final Forms by Monday, September 16. Final Forms contains important contact information and permissions. Please contact the Middle School office if you have questions (330) 527-2151. Thank you! #1JAG

Middle School Pictures will be next Friday, September 13th. Paperwork was sent home. If you would like to place an order online the website is www.inter-state.com/order
Order code 41890GA

The Portage County Health Department will be hosting an immunization clinic on September 9th from 9-11:30 at the James A. Garfield Middle School office. We have several students that still need the required TDAP immunization for 7th grade. Paperwork is available on our website.

Many exciting events happen at our school! This link will take you to our recent newsletter. https://drive.google.com/open?id=1R_PJeTXFZNSD2ulxHqt_5Nk3LqugxEKN

Practice for Middle School throwers is cancelled for today.

Congratulations to GMS 8th grader, Jack Rado, who qualified for the 2019 National Geographic GeoBee Ohio State Competition! The Bee will be held on March 29th, and Jack will compete against 99 other top students in Ohio. #UNITE #1JAG

Use this link to see our most recent newsletter.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qHhtEsXnPv5ysROCIjxqE-qgupjr4p2p/view?usp=sharing

We are pleased to announce our STEM Club, which will begin meeting second semester. Miss Wallack will be the leader of the club. Check out this link to find out more: https://sites.google.com/jagschools.org/jagmsstemclub
#1JAG

Tomorrow is the deadline to place an order for GMS Spirit Wear. Order online www.villagerprinting.com or download an order form and return to Mrs. Schaefer in the office. https://5il.co/5o20

You're invited to support the Schwan's Cares fundraiser for the Middle School MVP's. All money raised through Schwan's will support JAG MVP's - use code #41204 Visit schwans-cares.com/c/41204. 5% of all sales goes back to the MVP's. Thank you!

Are you in need of a new G-Men hat, hoodie, or t-shirt? Visit http://www.villagerprinting.com to check out the new styles of spirit wear that are available! Flyers are also available in the Middle School Office. Go G-Men!

Middle School Conferences are November 8th and November 13th. Sign ups are available by going to https://tinyurl.com/y8nnks5g or by calling Mrs. Schaefer in the office.

Correction: We have one last weekend to sell items for the fall fundraiser. Deadline is Monday, October 15th. Please send in order form and money collected to the office. Thank you for your support.

The Middle School Principal Fundraiser is in full swing! Extra Packets are available in the office. If a student sells 15 items, he/she can go to Fun-n-Stuff for an afternoon with Mr. Hatcher! Deadline for fundraiser is October 15th.

Five days left!! You're invited to support the Schwan's Cares fundraiser for the Middle School MVP's. All money raised through Schwan's will support JAG MVP's - use code #41204 Visit schwans-cares.com/c/41204. 20% of sales and 40% on egift cards go back to MVP's. Thank you!

Middle School Pictures are next Friday, September 14th. Picture forms were sent home earlier in the week. Extra forms are available in the office or you can order online.
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/31500EA

You re invited to support the Schwan's Cares fundraiser for the Middle School MVP's. All money raised through Schwan's will support JAG MVP's - use code #41204
Visit schwans-cares.com/c/41204
Thank you for your support!

The students at GMS had a fabulous first day! We will have a wonderful school year! #UNITE

If your child is entering the 7th grade, they MUST have a TDAP immunization and the first dose of the meningococcal vaccine prior to the 1st day of 7th grade. Documentation can be sent into the office.

7th grade girls top Valley Christian 28-6. #1jag

The Middle school will be open until noon if you need to get materials for mid terms or assignments. Stay Safe!

Student spotlight: Ryan Stoller
Ryan loves animals and playing sports. His favorite sport is baseball. His favorite school activity is PE because Mrs. Rossi makes it fun. Ryan says all the teachers make JAG a good school district. Ryan would like to be a professional athlete but his back up plan is to become an architect. Respect means the most to Ryan as if you show him respect, you will get it back from him. He feels that respect shows you have manners and are a great person.

8th grade boys basketball defeated Rootstown 36-28.

Student spotlight: Bailey Walsted
I am a competitive gymnast at Emeth Gymnastics. I also enjoy socializing with my friends. I appreciate the hospitality of the staff at GMS. I am interested in joining the Coast Guard after graduation and am also interested in a career as a writer.
The core value of kindness means the most to me. I believe this is something we need more of in the world.

Student spotlight: Magdalena Shafer (Maggie)
Family is a priority to me and I enjoy learning new things and doing interesting activities. My favorite school activity is language arts and math. I would like to be a journalist when I grow up. I plan to pursue a degree in writing. The core value of loyalty means the most to me.

Students of the month breakfast! Congratulations Max May, Cheyenne Recklaw, Kierstin Williams, and Jenna Smith.

8th grade girls top Crestwood 35-13!

Student Council Food Drive - Great job to all students that participated in the food drive this year. Over 3,000 cans were donated. Mrs Rossi's class was the winner of the pizza party.

Thank you MVP’s for the wonderful dinner last night. It is great to see so much parent involvement and support!

Austin Roman is our student spotlight. Austin was diagnosed with cancer at 8 months old and is a true fighter that is now cancer free! He enjoys weightlifting and football. He looks forward to playing football in High School and college and hopes to be in the NFL some day. We appreciate Austin for his willingness to serve others. He regularly volunteers to help out in the cafeteria.
Teamwork is a core value that means the most to Austin.

Since the start of the new school year the GMS student council team has jumped right into business. The student council has elected their new officers. President:Alivia Selander; Vice President:Kierstin Williams; Secretary: Madeline Shirkey; Treasurer: Cameron Edwards.
The GMS student council is currently preparing for the homecoming parade where they will be designing and creating posters. Look for us riding our own float on the 29th!