Making healthy choices isn’t always about one big decision. It’s about the choices we make every day. This Red Ribbon Week, here are a few ways you can stay strong and make choices that support your future:
Know your goals — Keep your future in mind when making choices today.
Choose positive friends — Surround yourself with people who support and encourage you.
Speak up — If you’re uncomfortable or pressured, confidently say no and walk away.
Talk to someone you trust — You never have to handle a tough situation alone.
Be a positive influence — Encourage your friends to make healthy choices, too.
Know your goals — Keep your future in mind when making choices today.
Choose positive friends — Surround yourself with people who support and encourage you.
Speak up — If you’re uncomfortable or pressured, confidently say no and walk away.
Talk to someone you trust — You never have to handle a tough situation alone.
Be a positive influence — Encourage your friends to make healthy choices, too.
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Good Morning'.
Greet someone with a big "Yá'át'ééh abíní" to start the day off with kindness and connection!
Greet someone with a big "Yá'át'ééh abíní" to start the day off with kindness and connection!
Miyamura Soccer Advances to the State Playoffs!
The Miyamura Patriots are heading into the state soccer playoffs! The Miyamura girls enter as the No. 6 seed, while the boys are the No. 10 seed.
Mark your calendars and follow the tournament action with these upcoming dates:
Boys Playoff Schedule
First Round: Wednesday, October 28
Quarterfinals: Friday, October 30
Semifinals: Monday, November 2
Finals: Thursday, November 5
Girls Playoff Schedule
First Round: Thursday, October 29
Quarterfinals: Saturday, October 31
Semifinals: Tuesday, November 3
Finals: Friday, November 6
Follow the brackets and tournament updates:
Girls Bracket: https://www.maxpreps.com/nm/soccer/girls/playoffs/
Boys Bracket: https://www.maxpreps.com/nm/soccer/boys/playoffs/
Let’s cheer on our Miyamura Patriots as they compete for a state championship! Good luck to both teams!
#GMCS #MiyamuraPatriots #NMHSAA #StatePlayoffs #PatriotPride
Red Ribbon Week is a reminder that prevention starts with connection. A simple conversation, a trusted adult, and a supportive community can make a lasting difference in a young person’s life.
What is one way you encourage the young people in your life to make healthy, positive choices?
Together, we can create a community where every student feels supported, empowered, and confident in making choices that help them thrive.
What is one way you encourage the young people in your life to make healthy, positive choices?
Together, we can create a community where every student feels supported, empowered, and confident in making choices that help them thrive.
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'See'.
See (verb) — to notice, look at, or become aware of something with your eyes.
Example: "I can't wait to see my teachers and friends at school today!"
See (verb) — to notice, look at, or become aware of something with your eyes.
Example: "I can't wait to see my teachers and friends at school today!"
Join us for a DPAC meeting on November 4th from 5:15 to 6:00 pm. See flyer for more details.
Your choices matter! This Red Ribbon Week, remember that you have the power to choose what’s right for you and your future.
Be a hero by choosing to:
Stay drug-free
Stand strong in your decisions
Encourage your friends
Keep your eyes on your goals
Be a hero by choosing to:
Stay drug-free
Stand strong in your decisions
Encourage your friends
Keep your eyes on your goals
At Red Rock Elementary, learning took center stage as students explored the exciting connection between science and dance!
Students enjoyed a special assembly with the National Dance Institute New Mexico, bringing movement to life as they connected science concepts with dance skills! We loved seeing how much fun everyone had!
A heartfelt thank-you to the National Dance Institute New Mexico for sharing their talents and making learning an unforgettable experience. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the families who attended and participated in this special event. Your involvement helps make learning meaningful and strengthens the connection between our schools, students, and families!
Students enjoyed a special assembly with the National Dance Institute New Mexico, bringing movement to life as they connected science concepts with dance skills! We loved seeing how much fun everyone had!
A heartfelt thank-you to the National Dance Institute New Mexico for sharing their talents and making learning an unforgettable experience. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the families who attended and participated in this special event. Your involvement helps make learning meaningful and strengthens the connection between our schools, students, and families!
Come see our GMCS Counseling/Social Work Coordinator, Mr. Verdugo-Black, at the CYFD Trunk or Treat today from 3-5 pm! Stop by 1720 E Aztec Ave, Gallup, NM.
It’s Red Ribbon Week, a time to stand together for healthy choices, positive decisions, and a drug-free future.
At GMCS, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and reach their full potential in a safe and healthy environment. This Red Ribbon Week, let’s encourage our students to make healthy choices, stay drug-free, and surround themselves with people who support their goals and dreams.
At GMCS, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and reach their full potential in a safe and healthy environment. This Red Ribbon Week, let’s encourage our students to make healthy choices, stay drug-free, and surround themselves with people who support their goals and dreams.
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is "Woman".
Challenge: Think of a woman who has inspired you or helped you grow. What is one thing you appreciate about her?
The future is full of possibilities, and our students deserve to see themselves in every one of them.
Our Career Exploration Fair gave students a meaningful opportunity to discover new career paths, learn from experienced professionals, and envision what their futures can hold. Just as importantly, it was an opportunity to celebrate the success of Indigenous people in our community and around the world, highlighting the knowledge, talent, leadership, and achievements that continue to shape our communities and beyond.
Thank you to every presenter, professional, and participant who took the time to share their career journeys, personal experiences, and expertise with our students. Your willingness to give back, answer questions, and inspire the next generation made this event truly special. By sharing your stories, you helped students see what is possible, recognize the many paths to success, and understand that their dreams fit into every profession. We are grateful for the community members who invest in our students and help them imagine a future filled with opportunity. Thank you for showing our students what success can look like and reminding them that they, too, can make a lasting difference in their communities and the world.
Our Career Exploration Fair gave students a meaningful opportunity to discover new career paths, learn from experienced professionals, and envision what their futures can hold. Just as importantly, it was an opportunity to celebrate the success of Indigenous people in our community and around the world, highlighting the knowledge, talent, leadership, and achievements that continue to shape our communities and beyond.
Thank you to every presenter, professional, and participant who took the time to share their career journeys, personal experiences, and expertise with our students. Your willingness to give back, answer questions, and inspire the next generation made this event truly special. By sharing your stories, you helped students see what is possible, recognize the many paths to success, and understand that their dreams fit into every profession. We are grateful for the community members who invest in our students and help them imagine a future filled with opportunity. Thank you for showing our students what success can look like and reminding them that they, too, can make a lasting difference in their communities and the world.
Weather Alert: Tornado Watch
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for our area. A watch means conditions are favorable for severe weather, and no tornado has been confirmed.
All Gallup-McKinley County Schools are operating on a normal schedule today. Students will not be dismissed early. Families who would like to pick up their children may do so, and we ask that you check in at your child’s school office.
District staff are tracking the forecast and staying in contact with local weather officials. If anything changes, we will post updates here and on our other communication channels right away.
Student and staff safety always comes first. Thank you for your patience and support.
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for our area. A watch means conditions are favorable for severe weather, and no tornado has been confirmed.
All Gallup-McKinley County Schools are operating on a normal schedule today. Students will not be dismissed early. Families who would like to pick up their children may do so, and we ask that you check in at your child’s school office.
District staff are tracking the forecast and staying in contact with local weather officials. If anything changes, we will post updates here and on our other communication channels right away.
Student and staff safety always comes first. Thank you for your patience and support.
Gallup-McKinley County Schools uses ParentVUE, an online portal that allows parents and guardians to access their children's educational information, including grades, attendance, and registration details. Use the ParentVUE app to stay connected with your student's progress. You can also log in on our GMCS website homepage.
https://nm-gmc.edupoint.com/PXP2_OEN_Login.aspx
https://nm-gmc.edupoint.com/PXP2_OEN_Login.aspx
REMINDER: Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place on Monday, October 26. There will be no school for students that day.
For conference times or additional information, please contact your student's school directly. Thank you for being an important part of your student's educational journey!
For conference times or additional information, please contact your student's school directly. Thank you for being an important part of your student's educational journey!
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Horse'.
Horse (noun): a strong animal with four legs, a mane, and a long tail. Horses have been an important part of many families and communities for generations.
Do you have any experience with horses?
Horse (noun): a strong animal with four legs, a mane, and a long tail. Horses have been an important part of many families and communities for generations.
Do you have any experience with horses?
Due to weather across the district for the remainder of the week, GMCS buses will drop off and pick up students at the nearest paved or gravel road when necessary. Please make sure to meet the bus at the nearest paved or gravel road to pick up or drop off your students.
Congratulations to Miyamura High School Girls and Boys Soccer Teams on becoming 4A District 1 Champions! Two teams, one incredible achievement! Congratulations to our Patriots on an unforgettable season and a championship worth celebrating!
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Yellow'.
Family Challenge: Walk around your home or neighborhood together and find 5 yellow things. Practice pronouncing łitsooí and amarillo.
Family Challenge: Walk around your home or neighborhood together and find 5 yellow things. Practice pronouncing łitsooí and amarillo.
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Two'.
Uno, dos, tres. Every new word helps celebrate and strengthen our languages.
Uno, dos, tres. Every new word helps celebrate and strengthen our languages.
