Glenview Middle School

10-11-23 Announcements -The 8th grade girls volleyball team defeated John Deere last night in 2 close sets. Biz King was busy with 12 digs, Jillian Evans was solid with 4 assists, 3 digs and 1 kill, and Sophia Crouse had 5 digs, and 2 kills. Next game is Thursday the 12th at Seton. Good Job ladies. -Are you interested in a career as an educator? Come join the Future Teachers of EMSD Club! We will learn about what it takes to be a teacher, practice creating lessons and activities and get a chance to practice our skills educating younger students. We will have our first meeting on Tuesday, October 24! Hope to see you there! Please see Mrs. Campbell for a registration form. -Latinx Workshop meets today after school in room 113. We need everyone's help to build the Dia de los Muertos display. Speak with Mrs. Mojica if you have any questions or if you are in 7th or 8th grade and would like to join this positive circle of hermanas. -One By One invites all 7th & 8th graders to pick up an application this week in the library to join this academic program. Get ready to feel supported as you strengthen your skills as a student all while learning more about higher education. Applications are due to Mrs. Newton by this Friday. -Karaoke club meets today in Room 238. Think about at least 2 appropriate for school songs you want to sing!

October EMSD Newsletter https://www.smore.com/azync-october-2023-emsd-newsletter

10-10-23 Announcements -Cursive club meets today in Room 147. -Bracelet club meets after school today in Ms. Harris’ room. -Crochet club meets tomorrow in room 252. Bring your hook, yarn and anything you have been working on! -Latinx Workshop invites supporters to wear their 'Hermana Strong' t-shirt tomorrow. We see you, hermanas and hermanitas, and united we are stronger! -Latinx Workshop meets tomorrow after school in room 113. We need everyone's help to build the Dia de los Muertos display. Speak with Mrs. Mojica if you have any questions or if you are in 7th or 8th grade and would like to join this positive circle of hermanas. -One By One invites all 7th & 8th graders to pick up an application this week in the library to join this academic program. Get ready to feel supported as you strengthen your skills as a student all while learning more about higher education. Applications are due to Mrs. Newton by this Friday.

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Welcome Back Gators! I hope you enjoyed the Fall Break and took the time to focus on some of your favorite things. Please take a few minutes to read through The Gator Gazette for this week. Have a GATOR day! https://www.smore.com/xnv7k

REMINDER There is NO SCHOOL TOMORROW, Monday, October 9th in observance of Columbus Day. School resumes on Tuesday, October 10th.

REMINDER: There is NO SCHOOL October 2-6 for our Fall Break, and NO SCHOOL October 9 in Observance of Columbus Day. School resumes on Tuesday, October 10th.

9-28-23 Announcements -Drama Club is canceled for today. We will resume October 11 after fall break. -The 7th Grade Gator football team won 14-12 last night. Shoutouts to Roan Malone for flying around and in the backfield all night. Kevin Mwansa for keeping the energy and focus for our team. Gunnar Speckman and Xzay Miller had great connections leading to the game winning catch. Dereon McDaniel had a pick 6 and a rushing touchdown. Good work guys!!! -Last night Glenview cross country competed in the Heartland conference meet at Camden park in Milan. This was the last meet of the season for the Gators. The boys and girls all ran excellent races. They really competed well in all 3 races. Congratulations to all of the runners. The varsity boys finished in 5th place. The varsity girls finished in 3rd place. In the open race the Glenview girls finished in first place. Receiving top 10 medals were: Faith Huizer - 9th place in the Varsity girls race. In the open girls race: Briah Davis - 10th place Carmen Carlos Montes- 9th place Bayan Nhar - 8th place Aicha Mamadou - 7th place Bailee Merrill - 6th place Madison Kurtenbach - 5th place Gabriella Azombako - 4th place Bayan Ahmed - 2nd place Kalia Jackson won the girls open race!!! Running well for the boys were: Jude Huber, Alyas Long, Killian Snelling, Connor Adair Coach Welch and Coach Wils would like to thank the team for their hard work and dedication throughout the season!! It was a very fun and successful season for the Gators!!! The coaches are very PROUD of all of the runners and the future looks very bright for the Cross Country team!!! -Tennis Club meets today after school. Report to Room 111 after the dismissal bell. -There are only a few spots left for the DC Trip. Register today! See Miss Schimmel or Mrs. Talia for the code. PURE SPORTS will meet after school today in the north gym. -YEARBOOK CLUB will meet after school today in room 302. -7th and 8th graders are invited to an informational cheer meeting today in the cafeteria right after school. This meeting will be short.

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9-27-23 Announcements -8th grade girls volleyball played hard against Wilson last night, they won 1 out of 3 sets. Sophia Crouse led the way for the Gators with 5 digs, 4 aces, and 2 kills. Lilyana Martinez had 4 assists, 2 aces and 1 dig. Mya Lewis was strong with 4 kills and 2 digs, Carmen Lewis contributed with 6 digs. Good job ladies!! Next game is home on Thursday vs Seton, come in your brightest neon! See you there! -The 7th grade volleyball team faced Wilson last night in 3 competitive matches. Although they did not come up with a win, they played a great game! Kierson Griffith led the team with 6 aces and 3 kills, and Kayla Roman added 2 aces and 1 kill. Come support the girls tomorrow at home vs Edison. -Today is the last day for Latinx Workshop and One By One members to sign up for the fall break visit to UW-Platteville. Permission slips must be turned in to the library by 2:30. Speak with Mrs. Mojica or Mrs. Newton if you have any questions. -Latinx Workshop meets today after school in room 113. A positive circle of hermanas awaits 7th and 8th graders when they join! Applications may be picked up from Mrs. Mojica or in student services. -There are only a few spots left for the DC Trip. Register today! See Miss Schimmel or Mrs. Talia for the code. -The Student Council will have their first meeting today in room 258. Ms. Vroman and Ms. Kline are looking forward to seeing all our council members at the meeting. -PURE SPORTS will meet after school Thursday, September 28 in the north gym. -YEARBOOK CLUB will meet after school Thursday, Sept 28 in room 302. -7th and 8th graders are invited to an informational cheer meeting this Thursday in the cafeteria right after school. This meeting will be short. -The UTHS Panthers Player presents James and the Giant Peach! Students are $7 and Adults are $9. Show dates are September 28 and 29th at 6pm, September 30th at 2pm and October 1st at 2pm. Come and join us to witness an exciting peachy adventure!

Up to date physicals and immunizations for Kindergarten and 6th grade student must be completed by October 15th. CHC has October clinics available. Call 563-336-3000 for an appointment.

Hello Gators! -Please take a minute to read through The Gator Gazette for this week. We have a lot to celebrate as GMS is filled with students that are artists, athletes, dreamers, leaders and so much more. -The GMS first school dance will be Wednesday, October 25 •5th and 6th grade from 3pm - 4pm Family pick-up promptly at 4pm •7th and 8th grade from 4:45pm - 6pm Family pick-up promptly at 6pm •The cost is $3.00 or 3 can goods for the Student Hunger Drive. •Snacks and drinks will be sold starting at $1.00. -Hope to see you all at the Volleyball game on Thursday at 4pm - It's NEON Night. https://www.smore.com/zcdpj-the-gator-gazette

School picture order forms and online orders will be accepted through THIS Friday, September 29th. Order here: https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/ Use code: EVTXWD2TP

9-26-23 Announcements -There are only a few spots left for the DC Trip. Register today! See Miss Schimmel or Mrs. Talia for the code. -Foster's Voice will meet today after school. All club members should meet Ms. Ponce and Ms. Gonzalez at the library entrance doors. -Chef Club for students in GROUP 1B will meet today, and Thursday of this week. If you're not sure if you're in this group, please check your school email or have one of your teachers check the roster. -Pokemon Club meets today in room 307. You must already be registered to attend. Not sure, check your school email. -Future Teachers of EMSD will NOT meet today. If interested in joining this new and exciting club, stop by Ms. Campbell's office to pick up a registration form. Forms are located right outside of her door. We need more students to get this club going. -The Student Council will have their first meeting on Wednesday, September 27 in room 258. Ms. Vroman and Ms. Kline are looking forward to seeing all our council members at the meeting. -In honor of Hispanic Heritage month, Roberto Clemente will be remembered. He was one of the first Latin American professional baseball stars in the United States. In the off season he returned to his homeland providing baseball clinics to young players. The Robert Clemente Award is given annually to major league players who exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship and community involvement. Vote for this year’s contender at MLB.com. -7th and 8th graders are invited to an informational cheer meeting this Thursday in the cafeteria right after school. This meeting will be short. -Latinx Workshop meets tomorrow after school in room 113. 7th & 8th grade members are invited to help plan for events after fall break. Speak with Mrs. Mojica for more details or an application to join. -One By One is still accepting applications for 7th and 8th graders to join. We focus on helping students learn about careers and higher education all while having fun! Applications may be picked up in the library. Applications due by October 13. Speak with Mrs. Mojica or Mrs. Newton. -The UTHS Panthers Player presents James and the Giant Peach! Students are $7 and Adults are $9. Show dates are September 28 and 29th at 6pm, September 30th at 2pm and October 1st at 2pm. Come and join us to witness an exciting peachy adventure!

Spots are limited for the Washington DC trip and there are only a few left! Sign up at spark.worldstrides.com using the code T2GKXH8. Email Ms. Schimmel with any questions.

It is not too late to sign up for the 8th grade Washington DC trip, but spots are limited. Sign up at spark.worldstrides.com using the code T2GKXH8. Email Ms. Schimmel with any questions.

Student Council will NOT meet tonight and will be rescheduled for this Wednesday in Room 258 right after school.

9-25-23 Announcements -Art club is canceled for today. Meetings with resume after break. -7th and 8th graders are invited to an informational cheer meeting this Thursday in the cafeteria right after school. This meeting will be short. -Latinx Workshop will meet this Wednesday after school in room 113. -The UTHS Panthers Player presents James and the Giant Peach! Students are $7 and Adults are $9. Show dates are September 28 and 29th at 6pm, September 30th at 2pm and October 1st at 2pm. Come and join us to witness an exciting peachy adventure!

EMSD Board of Education Meeting: Monday, September 25th - 6:30 pm Meeting Agenda → https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1527/EMSD_37/3562800/September_25__2023_Board_of_Education_Meeting_Agenda.pdf

9-22-23 Announcements -8th-grade girls continued their winning streak last night with their 4th consecutive dub against Washington JR. High. Several gators brought their "A" game and contributed to a 3-set sweep. Biz King meant BUSINESS with 9 aces, 4 digs, and 1 kill. Taqwa Khader and Eunice Logo were MEAN in the MIDDLE with 2 blocks each. Lilyana Martinez was RED HOT with 7 digs, 6 assists, and 2 kills. Sophia Crouse ate and left no crumbs with her performance of 8 digs, 5 aces, and 5 kills. Great team effort ladies! The next contest is at Wilson on Tuesday. -The 7th grade volleyball girls played a great game against Washington last night, winning 1 of 3 sets. Kierson Griffith had 7 aces, 1 block, and 1 dig. Ange La also had 3 aces and great passes. Up next is Wilson on Tuesday. Go Gators!! -Yesterday the cross country went out to Milan to participate in the Rock Island invitational. All of the boys and girls had great races!! The coaches were again very proud of the runners' efforts. There were many great times recorded by all of the runners. Leading the way for the boys were: Jude Huber, Connor Adair,Alyas Long, Juan Lopez,Zac El Majdoubi,Kamil Ahmed,Emilio Terronez, and David Cobos. -We would like to congratulate the Glenview varsity girls for coming in FIRST plave at the Rock Island Invitational. The leading runners for the girls were: Faith Huizer,Chloe Glaub,Makela Anoumou,Alli Darras,Kylar Elliott,Molly Darras,and Maya Miller. Our Glenview girls also came in FIRST in the Open race. Running a great race were: Maddie Dennis,Bayan Ahmed,Gabriella Azombako, Carmen Carlos Montes, Bailee Merrill, Aicha Mamadou and Briah Davis. The team will be running in the Conference Meet on Wednesday September 27th. -Congratulations to the 6th through 8th grade Mariachi students for performing twice yesterday at the Block Party due to the rain. They did a great job representing Glenview and enjoyed games, a bounce house, free food, snow cones and goodie bags. -One By One and Latinx Workshop have 10 seats left for the fall break visit to UW-Platteville. Members should turn in their permission slip to the library no later than Tuesday. Questions? Speak with Mrs. Mojica or Mrs. Newton. -Latinx Workshop will meet next Wednesday after school in room 113. Join us in learning more about the richness of our indigenous ancestors during El Mes de la Herencia Hispana. 7th & 8th grade students looking for a positive circle of hermanas are welcome to join. We center the Latina and Latinx voice, culture, and history. Speak with Mrs. Mojica for more details. -8th graders interested in the DC trip: It is not too late to register! Sign up on the WorldStrides website using Glenview's tour code. See Ms. Schimmel or Mrs. Talia if you have questions. -The UTHS Panthers Player presents James and the Giant Peach! Students are $7 and Adults are $9. Show dates are September 28 and 29th at 6pm, September 30th at 2pm and October 1st at 2pm. Come and join us to witness an exciting peachy adventure!