It's Red Ribbon Week at Gunter ISD. Students at GES and GMS will spend the week dressing up, coloring posters, learning facts, and so much more! The theme for this year is "Life is a movie, film drug free!" Let your child be the star of his/her own movie by making the best choices possible. Their script is unwritten, and as a caregiver, you must guide your child in the right direction to write their story of success. Our goal at the school is to start the conversation about the dangers of drug use; we ask that you continue that conversation at home.
We are excited to see the costumes this week. Please remember that all costumes must stay within the guidelines of the GISD Dress Code.
- Middle School Campaign https://5il.co/2xruf
- Elementary School Campaign https://5il.co/2xrue
GMS portraits are ready to view and purchase at the link below.
The gallery is password protected. The password for each student is their student school ID number. Parents of the STC Classroom whose student does not have a Gunter student ID will need to contact Garner Studio for a password. Discount pricing and school delivery expire at midnight November 2.
https://www.garnerstudio.net/school-photos/gunter/gunter-ms-fall-portraits-scheduled-october-25/
Pink Out for Breast Cancer tomorrow, October 25th!
Don't forget to come and give blood today, 10/23. They will be in the GHS parking lot until 3 PM. Be like Mr. Martindale... save a life today!
Driving 101 - Refresher on School Bus Lights
- Yellow flashing lights indicate the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children. You should slow down and prepare to stop your vehicle.
- Red flashing lights and extended stop arms indicate the bus has stopped and children are getting on or off. You must stop your car and wait until the red lights stop flashing, the extended stop-arm is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving, before you can start driving again.
#BusSafetyWeek
Stop for School Buses!
When you see a school bus slowing down or stopping, it’s not just the bus that you need to have your eyes on – but the surrounding area too. Children wait at least several feet away from a bus and often cross the street when they’re boarding or getting off the bus. This is why you must stop for school buses, and don’t attempt to pass. #SchoolBusSafety
While student safety is a year-round priority, National School Bus Safety Week is a time to remind everyone of the measures we must take to keep our bus riders safe. As part of the campaign, Gunter ISD Transportation will be conducting emergency evacuation drills to make sure our students know how to safely evacuate a bus. We will also be sharing important reminders for you, so stay tuned!
Don't Forget! GMS School Picture Day is October 25th.
Orders are online only. Below is the link to pre-order online:
https://www.garnerstudio.net/school-photos/gunter/gunter-ms-fall-portraits-scheduled-october-25/
We are trading our blue for pink on October 25th! Pink Out Pep Rally Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness
Blood Drive - October 23rd
Mark your calendar for the annual HOSA Blood Drive in the high school parking lot from 9 AM - 3 PM. Be sure to eat a good breakfast and hydrate before donating :) Every donation saves a life!
💎 It's been a week full of treasures in our cafeterias! What gems did you find on your plate this week? Thank you to our cafeteria staff who consistently go above and beyond to make your breakfast and lunch experience the best! 🍽️ #SchoolLunchPirates #NSLW24
Don't Forget! HOSA members will set up before school on Friday mornings at the GMS and GES campuses during October. All of our items are $1 or less!! SUCH A BARGAIN!
All of the proceeds we collect will be donated to a local breast cancer outreach, Women Rock.
Blood Drive - October 23rd
Mark your calendar for the annual HOSA Blood Drive in the high school parking lot from 9 AM - 3 PM. Be sure to eat a good breakfast and hydrate before donating :) Every donation saves a life!
🍏 What’s on the menu today, pirates? National School Lunch Week is serving up delicious treasures every day! What’s been your favorite so far? 🏴☠️ #SchoolLunchPirates #NSLW24
National School Lunch Week - October 14-18
Prepare your taste buds and grab your map. 🗺️ We will already be missing two days of this fun week, so let's start it off with a bang on Wednesday! Come dressed as a pirate on October 16th - all campuses are encouraged to participate!
October's menu will highlight some Pirate treasures and learning activities... get ready for some fun in the cafeteria!
🍽️ #SchoolLunchPirates #NSLW24
Reminder: October 14 - Columbus Day Holiday - Students and Staff will not be in school. October 15 - Staff Development Day - Students will not be in school.
October is Farm Fresh month and our cafeterias are helping the students learn more about healthy food choices and local fresh foods. Thank you to these ladies for serving wholesome meals to our kiddos!
#farmfreshchallenge
It is Friday, Homecoming Day! Here's what you need to know...
Early Release
GES will Dismiss at 12:20 | GMS/GHS will Dismiss at 12:00
** Depending on the number of students riding this afternoon, the buses might make a 1 tier run. If you have kiddos coming home on the bus, please make sure you are home and looking for them beginning at 12:20. It is very possible there won't be as many students riding the bus, which will make the routes go faster. Be home and waiting for your kids if they are riding the bus.
2:30 PM Parade
- For more parade info, please view the parade page of the HOCO website: https://tinyurl.com/GUNTERHOCO2024
- Participants should have received communication about where to line up from the parade committee. Usually you will line up at 1:45 behind Grace Bible. If your information is different, please follow those instructions.
- Spectators will line Hwy 289 between GISD Admin and Kerfoot.
- Once the parade ends, please pick up your children from their floats in the north parking lot at the high school.
- All intersections between the GISD Admin Building and Kerfoot will be barricaded. Do not drive around them.
4:30 PM V Volleyball vs Pottsboro @ HOME
5:30 PM JV Volleyball vs Pottsboro @ HOME
7:00 PM Coronation
You don't want to miss the crowning!
7:30 PM Football Kick Off vs Callisburg
Saturday: High School Homecoming Dance @ Gunter High School 8-11 PM
Tickets - 1/$15 or 2/$25 - Tickets: https://guntercheerbooster.square.site/
We hope to see the community lining Hwy 289 between the Administration building and the High School for the parade at 2:30 PM.
Note: Side streets entering Hwy 289 during the parade will be blocked off for the safety of our parade participants.
Who will be crowned Homecoming King and Queen for 2024? You'll have to come to the coronation at 7:00 PM at the football field. Good luck to all!
