Crownpoint High School celebrated the dedication of the Tim Rice Memorial Stadium on October 2, 2026, honoring the lasting legacy of a beloved educator and coach. His impact continues to live on through the people he encouraged, mentored, and inspired. We are deeply grateful to the Crownpoint community for coming together to honor his legacy and support this special dedication. May the Tim Rice Memorial Stadium remain a place where future generations come together, make memories, and carry forward the spirit of someone who gave so much to his community.

A special thank you to the Rice family - Ann, Katy, and Lisa- for being a part of the dedication. We also appreciate New Mexico Activities Association Executive Director Dusty Young, Board Member Georgianna Desiderio, and New Mexico State Representative D. Wanda Johnson, who joined the Crownpoint community in honoring this lasting legacy.

Pictures provided by Shawn Bodie and the Rice Family.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are October 26!

At Gallup-McKinley County Schools, we believe families play an important role in student success. Our student-led conferences give students an opportunity to take an active role in sharing their learning, accomplishments and goals with their families and teachers. Your involvement matters! Working together, students, families and educators can build the support and encouragement students need to thrive.

Contact your student’s school for conference details and scheduling information.

When we work together, our students go further!

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Corn Pollen'.

Corn pollen is the fine, yellow powder produced by corn plants. It is an important part of the corn plant and has cultural significance in many Native communities.

Reminder!!! Our GMCS Educational Development Center is hosting a Family Engagement Event focused on Autism and Behavior Support at Home. We are inviting all families, caregivers, and community members to join us to learn practical strategies to support positive behavior and build skills at home. Please join us on Wednesday, October 28th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Educational Development Center, located at 345 Basilio Drive.

Registration is encouraged! Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=TQV5jW7XUkGi_c4uobYhr03cMU_iaadCqUErs6duFaRURVJMUjdRVkpMTzI4VUJBN0VUTUpHR0RFNy4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl&fbclid=IwY2xjawUyH4lleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMW1iWWxjaUZoSVAwelBKNnRzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeUAF65vlBLjb8sYU8t7Jbs81snUuCTxzhtIftPRRd70rRL2WkOJfuKMsMmYg_aem_6QMOW_594t_ja3BecWm4Vw

Please submit a comment by October 13th to help keep our funding for internet services.
Learn more here: https://www.gmcs.org/article/3162489

Today, GMCS celebrates coaches who make a lasting impact on the lives of our student-athletes. Thank you to every GMCS coach for the time, energy, encouragement, and dedication you give to helping students grow both on and off the field. Thank you for being motivators, mentors, and champion makers.

Are you interested in helping our students discover what they're capable of? Become a coach! Apply at gmcs.org or scan the QR code.

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Apple'.

A 'bilasáana' is a round fruit that can be red, green, or yellow! Do you think you'll have an apple for lunch today?

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Police Officer'.

A police officer helps keep people safe, protects the community, and helps when people are in need.

Example: “Thank you to the police officer who helped keep our school event safe!”

Today is World Teachers' Day! Every day, our GMCS teachers walk into their classrooms carrying more than lesson plans. They bring patience for the difficult days, encouragement when a student needs it most, compassion for the challenges students face, and a belief in every child’s ability to grow.

We celebrate the incredible educators who help shape the future of our community. Thank you for seeing our students, believing in them, and showing up for them day after day. Happy World Teachers' Day!

October 4th through the 10th is Fire Prevention Week. GMCS encourages our students, families, and staff to take a few minutes to talk about fire safety at home and practice a family escape plan.

-Know your smoke alarm. Make sure everyone knows what the alarm sounds like and that your smoke alarms work.
-Make an escape plan. Identify exits, choose an outside meeting place, and practice getting out safely.
-Practice fire safety. Keep flammable items away from heat sources and never leave cooking unattended.
-Get out and stay out. If a fire occurs, get outside quickly, never go back inside, and call 911 once you are safely outside.

Talk. Plan. Practice.
A few minutes of preparation can help your family know what to do when every second counts. Let's keep our schools and communities safe!

Happy Fall! October is a busy month here at GMCS. Read the latest news, updates, and celebrations!
https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/newsletters/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-october-2-2026

Our HLC Seniors visited Fort Lewis College this past Wednesday! Students toured the campus and learned more about enrolling as future Skyhawks. Experiences like these give students the chance to step onto a college campus, explore possibilities beyond high school, and begin envisioning future paths. Seeing those opportunities firsthand can help students recognize that their educational journey does not have to end with graduation. Thank you to our Cultural Education Department for hosting this visit and encouraging our students to look ahead!

Fall Break is October 9th!

There will be no school on Friday, October 9th. Enjoy the long weekend, GMCS families! Have fun, stay safe, and make the most of your extra day!

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Head'.

Example: “I put my hat on my head before going outside.”

Today, Gallup-McKinley County Schools celebrates and thanks the dedicated custodians at every GMCS school who work behind the scenes each day to keep our schools clean, safe, and ready for learning.
From elementary to high schools, your hard work and commitment help create positive environments where our students can learn, grow, and succeed.

Thank you for all you do for our schools, our students, and our district. We appreciate you today and every day!

Reminder!! Navajo Pine High School is having a Senior Parent Meeting next Tuesday, October 6th, at 5:30 pm!

October is National Bullying Prevention Month.

At Gallup-McKinley County Schools, we believe every student deserves to learn in a school community where they feel safe, respected, valued, and supported. Preventing bullying is a shared responsibility. Students, families, teachers, staff, and school leaders all play an important role in creating positive school environments where students feel a sense of belonging and have the confidence to speak up when something isn’t right.

This month, let’s strengthen our school communities by choosing kindness, showing respect, including others, and supporting one another. Together, we can create schools where every student feels they belong and has the opportunity to thrive.