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.
Happy National School Bus Safety Week! This week, we are taking time to highlight ways to make every trip to and from school safe. Whether you're riding the bus, waiting at a bus stop, or sharing the road with a school bus, your choices can help protect our students. Let’s stay alert, slow down, and help every student get home safely.
Stay tuned for bus safety tips from our GMCS bus drivers throughout the week!
Stay tuned for bus safety tips from our GMCS bus drivers throughout the week!
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Solar Eclipse'.
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between the Sun and Earth, blocking some or all of the Sun’s light for a short time. In Diné culture, this is treated as a sacred time to stay indoors, fast, and rest.
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between the Sun and Earth, blocking some or all of the Sun’s light for a short time. In Diné culture, this is treated as a sacred time to stay indoors, fast, and rest.
There is a lot to celebrate at Gallup-McKinley County Schools! Dive in: https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/newsletters/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-october-16-2026
Come on down to the Rio West Mall and see our GMCS staff at today's job fair! We will be available until 4 pm! We hope to see you there!
Happy National Boss’s Day!
Today, we recognize and appreciate the leaders who guide, encourage, and support their teams each day. Thank you to the dedicated leaders across Gallup-McKinley County Schools who help create positive, collaborative environments where our staff can grow and our students can succeed.
Your leadership and commitment make a difference throughout our district. Thank you for all that you do!
Today, we recognize and appreciate the leaders who guide, encourage, and support their teams each day. Thank you to the dedicated leaders across Gallup-McKinley County Schools who help create positive, collaborative environments where our staff can grow and our students can succeed.
Your leadership and commitment make a difference throughout our district. Thank you for all that you do!
GMCS Middle School Cross Country Teams Shine at NMAA State Meet!
Gallup-McKinley County Schools middle school runners took to the course yesterday in Rio Rancho for the NMAA State Middle School Cross Country Championships, competing in both the large and small school divisions!
Congratulations to all the student-athletes who represented their schools with determination, hard work, and school pride. A special congratulations goes to Tohatchi Middle School’s boys team, which captured 1st place in the Small School Division with a team score of just 59 points!
TEAM RESULTS
Small School Division – Boys
Tohatchi Middle School – 1st place
Thoreau Middle School – 7th place
Small School Division – Girls
Tohatchi Middle School – 6th place
Thoreau Middle School – 8th place
Large School Division – Girls
Chief Manuelito Middle School – 12th place
Gallup Middle School – 16th place
Large School Division – Boys
Chief Manuelito Middle School – 20th place
Gallup Middle School – 21st place
TOP 10 INDIVIDUAL FINISHERS
Congratulations to these GMCS student-athletes who finished among the top 10 in their respective divisions!
Small School Division – Girls
5th – Kaaya Raphealito, Ramah Middle School
8th – Kilette Willeto, Thoreau Middle School
Small School Division – Boys
3rd – Zariah Bahe, Tohatchi Middle School
7th – Matthew Othole, Ramah Middle School
Large School Division – Girls
10th – Tiara Whitman, Chief Manuelito Middle School
Congratulations to every runner, coach, and school community! Your dedication and commitment to representing your schools are something to celebrate. GMCS is proud of our student-athletes and their accomplishments on the course!
#GMCS #CrossCountry #StudentAthletes #NMAA #SchoolPride
Please review: Your Voice Matters in Shaping Our Schools' Future
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is taking a close look at facility needs and enrollment across our schools and before any decisions are made, we want to hear from you.
Please take a few minutes to share your honest feedback in our community survey. Your input will directly inform the conversations ahead and help guide decisions that will shape our schools for years to come.
No decision has been made on any of the topics in this survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3QHNW5Q
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is taking a close look at facility needs and enrollment across our schools and before any decisions are made, we want to hear from you.
Please take a few minutes to share your honest feedback in our community survey. Your input will directly inform the conversations ahead and help guide decisions that will shape our schools for years to come.
No decision has been made on any of the topics in this survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3QHNW5Q
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Circle/Zero'.
From math problems to art projects, circles and zero are part of daily learning.
From math problems to art projects, circles and zero are part of daily learning.
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Learning'.
Learning means gaining new knowledge and skills by listening, reading, practicing, asking questions, and trying your best!
Learning means gaining new knowledge and skills by listening, reading, practicing, asking questions, and trying your best!
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Fall/Autumn'.
This is the season when leaves change color, the weather gets cooler, and things feel cozier.
This is the season when leaves change color, the weather gets cooler, and things feel cozier.
GMCS Families! The Panorama Survey is a research-based tool used to collect feedback from students on school climate, engagement, well-being, and social-emotional learning. The results help identify strengths, highlight areas for improvement, and inform decisions to support the school community better. These surveys are live! The survey window will remain open from October 12 to October 30.
Students in grades 3–12 will be eligible to participate. To access their unique survey, students should visit:
surveys.panoramaed.com/newmexico
Students will need to enter their State ID as their access code.