Grier Middle School
Grier Middle School
Orientation 2025-2026
Orientation 2025-2026
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Welcome!
Welcome!
Welcome to our orientation website. Please look over the information on this page for all you need to know for the start of the school year. We look forward to seeing all of our students very soon! The first day of school is Wednesday, August 13th. Don't forget at Grier Middle School it's GAME ON! Let's LEVEL UP, Knights.
Open House
Open House
Saturday, August 9th
Saturday, August 9th
6th Grade - 9:00am
7th Grade - 11:00am
8th Grade - 1:00pm
Bus Information
Bus Information
Please complete the Bus Information Form if you need bus transportation to or from school.
Chromebook Agreement
Chromebook Agreement
Please click on the link below to sign the Chromebook agreement.
Schedules
Schedules
Students may pick up their schedules during open house on Saturday, August 9th. Students that do not attend open house will receive their schedule on the first day of school.
Clear Bookbags
Clear Bookbags
Clear bookbags are required for all students. Students will be able to carry these throughout the school day. All bags are subject to search.
Behavior Expectations
Behavior Expectations
Behavior expectations for middle school can be found in the Gaston County Schools Code of Conduct.
GMS Student Handbook
GMS Student Handbook
Please check out our student handbook which outlines how you can level up at Grier Middle School!
Back-to-School Parent Survey
Back-to-School Parent Survey
We want to make sure all families feel informed and prepared as we begin a new school year. Please take a few minutes to let us know what back-to-school information would be most helpful to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I carry a backpack to school?
Can I carry a backpack to school?
Students are permitted to carry backpacks but they must be clear. We conduct random bag searches every day.
What school supplies do I need?
What school supplies do I need?
A school supply list can be found above this section on the orientation page.
We aren't getting your weekly messages. How do we make sure we receive your calls?
We aren't getting your weekly messages. How do we make sure we receive your calls?
If you are not receiving our ParentLink messages your contact information may need to be updated. Please contact the school and notify the front office. We will check to make sure we have the correct telephone number and settings for your Infinate Campus account.
Can I bring my cell phone to school?
Can I bring my cell phone to school?
Students can bring their cell phones. They must be turned turned in upon arrival to school. They will be returned to students at the end of the instructional day.
What time does school start and end?
What time does school start and end?
The instructional day begins at 8:30 a.m. Students can be dropped off as early as 7:45 a.m. Dismissal will begin at 3:30 p.m.
Can I bring a cup to school?
Can I bring a cup to school?
No. Students are only permitted to bring clear water bottles with a leak proof lid. No Stanley, Yeti, Hydro Flask, Owala, ect.
Can I wear my hood at school?
Can I wear my hood at school?
No. Hoods are not permitted to be worn in the building for safety purposes. If students wear a hoodie, the hood must be tucked in.
Contact Information
Contact Information
Address: 1622 East Garrison Boulevard Gastonia, NC 28054
Phone: 704-836-9604 Fax: 704-866-6116
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-3:30pm
Website: gaston.k12.nc.us/grier
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