GSMS

6th Grade Newsletter

August 17, 2025

WHAT WILL WE BE LEARNING NEXT WEEK?
- In Language Arts, students will develop topics by including interesting facts, clear definitions, specific details, quotes, and examples that help explain and support ideas.
- In Math, students will add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.
- In Accelerated Math, students will divide fractions.
- In Science, students will plan and carry out an investigation of the properties of minerals and how minerals contribute to rock composition.
- In Social Studies, students will understand that a budget is a tool for saving and spending money. There will be a test on Friday on personal finance.

CONNECTIONS

Monday - A Day

Tuesday - B Day

Wednesday - A Day

Thursday - B Day

Friday - A Day

dates to remember

August 18 - Volleyball vs Five Forks at Home - 6:00 P.M.
August 20 - Hard Lock Down Drill, Volleyball vs Crews at Crews MS - 6:00 P.M.
August 25 - Volleyball vs Couch at Home - 6:00 P.M.
August 27 - PTA Spirit Night at Bruster's (Rosebud Rd in Grayson), Volleyball vs Bay Creek at Bay Creek MS - 6:00 P.M.
August 28 - Curriculum Night at 6:00 P.M.
September 1 - No School in Observance of Labor Day

Ms. Bell's Briefings

Our Period 1 classes, also known as Academic 1, begin this week. Academic 1 is an extension of our core learning time where students receive additional supports based on their needs. Students may be placed in an intervention class for math or reading based on their iReady scores. Others may be placed in extension classes for math or science. Students may have classes that support social/emotional growth or organizational skills. Finally, others may take a class in an area of interest such as the arts, business, or fitness. These classes DO count as a grade but DO NOT count toward your child's promotion requirements for 6th grade.

Counseling Corner

Have a counseling need? Please explore the resources below.

I am a 6th grade student and would like to speak to Ms. Mutcherson.

Student Request: https://forms.gle/hejEHSApkQkXqzaR8

I am a parent/guardian of a 6th grade student and who would like to request counseling support for my child.

Parent Request: https://forms.gle/9PmLzj6mAeW2psNWA

As your school counselor, I want to make sure I’m supporting you in the best way possible. This short survey will help me understand what topics and types of support matter most to you.

6th Grade Check-in: https://forms.gle/FmBCWKRC9eVg3SzH6

Are you a positive role model who enjoys helping others, speaking up, and making a difference in your school? If so, we invite you to apply to be a Student Ambassador! Student Ambassadors are leaders who represent our school in a positive way. They show kindness, responsibility, and good communication skills. This program will help you grow as a leader and build skills you can use in school and beyond.

Deadline to apply: August 22, 2025

Student Ambassador Application: https://forms.gle/QjgKYKjG4PY9oH2V9