GCMS Family,

We are back!  Tomorrow is day one for students and we are ready for our nearly 1,000 kids to kick off 2025-2026.  

Schedule for this week:  Doors open at 7:45 and all students are dismissed at 2:20 Wednesday - Friday

Arrival: 7:45- 8:10
- Be patient, it is everyone's first day
- Go slow, 1000 kids, 200 staff, and lots of parents all converging at once
- Don't block the flow, please do not park in transition areas
- Be safe, walking, riding, bus, or car be safe in your transition
- Be aware, thanks to our local law enforcement for being present tomorrow, and often, to ensure safety!
- Hand them off at the door, we will have adults ready to guide the kiddos to their spaces, we have them from here

Dismissal: 2:20-2:30
- Be patient, it is everyone's first day
- Go slow, 1000 kids and lots of parents leaving at once
- Don't block the flow, please do not park in transition areas
- Be safe, walking, riding, bus, or car be safe in your transition
- Be aware, thanks to our local law enforcement for being present tomorrow, and often, to ensure safety!
- Have a plan, arrange with your kids where to meet you or what to do

​Staff ​are ready for the kids to get back, get settled, and get started!  The first couple of days of transition for everyone are bumpy, but we can make it great as a team with our actions, our attitudes, and our grace.  We love your support and your feedback so do not hesitate to ​reach out with questions or suggestions!

Happy 2025-2026 Falcons!

Sincerely,

Mr. Darnell
GCMS CUSD #5 Superintendent
darnell.jeremy@gcmsk12.org
217-784-8296