Galesburg-Augusta Middle School

Mrs.DeLaet’s exploratory class is hosting an event to create a garden of flowers at Galesburg- Augusta Middle School on Friday, May 21st from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 22nd from 9:00-11:00 a.m. The goal is to make our school more festive and to have another fun activity for the kids in the school. Thank You G-A Middle School!!!!!!!! Things to keep in mind You can bring garden tools to help the garden such as a shovel, a hoe, and fertilizer (etc.) If you decide to bring a tool, please do not send your child on the bus with it. Please do not bring any pets. By Breygan D. and Nate E.

G-A Families, The FDA and CDC have approved the Pfizer vaccine for students ages 12 and up. Bronson is running a Pfizer vaccination clinic at Galesburg - Augusta High School on May 18th from 9 am to 1 pm. If you are interested in having your child and/or another adult in the home vaccinated please click on the link below and schedule an appointment. Bronson Vaccination Clinic Link https://www.bronsonhealth.com/coronavirus-covid-19/vaccine/?fbclid=IwAR324X565aryCstKzbTkA1i6bm-BXRC4NKWgne_LDMFr3ZN5kW_A6Oaz1pU

This bond project will not just impact students today, but also those of the future. https://vimeo.com/539206346/d912035f1c

2021 Bond WWMT News Article Voters in Galesburg-Augusta district to decide on $14.9M bond for school improvements: https://wwmt.com/news/local/voters-in-galesburg-augusta-district-to-decide-on-149m-bond-for-school-improvements

*** SCHOOLS OF CHOICE ENROLLMENT FOR 2021-2022 *** Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools is accepting K-12 Schools of Choice applications for the 2021-2022 school year. The application window for fall enrollment of the 2021-2022 school year will be April 26, 2021 through May 25, 2021. Applications are available at the links below. Applications must be returned to 1076 N. 37th Street, Galesburg, MI 49053 or emailed to brenda.sutherland@garams.org. Schools of Choice Application (Kalamazoo Co.): https://5il.co/rw7i Schools of Choice Application (Outside of Kalamazoo Co.): https://5il.co/rw7j

G-A 2021 Bond Proposal Video 90 Second Overview https://vimeo.com/534551238/dfe823232a

Pandemic EBT Information Important information for parents or guardians of student’s eligible for Free and Reduced Lunch at G-A Primary School & Middle School. Primary School: https://5il.co/rgc3 Middle School: https://5il.co/rgc2 For more information, visit Michigan.gov/PEBT or call 1-833-905-0028.

ATTENTION MS TRACK The Middle School track meet that was scheduled for Thursday, April 15th at Delton has been changed to MARTIN. The meet will start at 5:00. Bus leaves the MS at 3:40. Two way busing

Good afternoon, families: Today we heard the State of MI, MDHHS and Governor Whitmer, share their concerns about the escalation of community spread of the Covid-19 virus. The State encouraged but only recommended that districts consider closing high schools and sports for two weeks after spring break. At this time, we have met with our local county health officials and do not feel that G-A needs to close our high school for virtual learning nor shut down our athletic teams. Fortunately, so far this first week back after spring break, the rapid antigen tests our athletes have undergone, have produced all negative test results. We also are thankful that it is spring and that our sports teams have moved outdoors. However, athletes still sit on buses together and in dugouts, together; therefore, it is still critical that our students continue mitigation strategies at all times. Outside of school is also important.. Doing so will help our athletes continue to play and our schools remain open for face to face instruction. We continue to appreciate our families' support! We will share updated information from our Kalamazoo County Health Department as soon as it is available. Respectfully, Wendy Somers

Attention middle school Athletes and Parents A decision has been made to not collect participation fees for spring sports. If you have made payment you can be refunded or we can put the money towards a sport next year.

Middle school tennis and track season has started. We would like to see more students taking advantage of the opportunity to participate in an extra curriculum activity. Research indicates that students that participate in athletics do better in school, have a more positive self-esteem and builds social skills. Please consider participating in either tennis or track. If you have a question please contact Mr. Merasco

Middle School tennis starts Monday. Practice is at the MS 3:30-5:00 everyday. Parent meeting on Tuesday at 6:00. It’s important that all 6th-8th grade boys and girls interested in playing tennis attend practice on MONDAY.

Middle School track starts Monday. Practice is at the MS 3:30-5:30. Busing is available from the HS to the MS and/or Primary for all practices. You attendance at practice is very important! We will be handing out important Covid forms and order forms for Track uniforms (shirts). Parent meeting is Tuesday at 6:00. MS

Congratulations to our 8th grade girls basketball for defeating Constantine 30-29 to finish the season with 3 straight wins. The Rams got off to a slow start and trailed 8-0 early in the game. They rallied to take the lead at halftime. Constantine came back in the 4th quarter to take a 29-25 lead with :53 remaining. But having the right mindset proved important for the ladies as the scored the final 5 points, highlighted by a 3 point shot with :12 to win. As discussed in the locker room after the game, if they can remember 1 thing from this season it would be NEVER QUIT, play until the final whistle. This is true in basketball but in life also ❤️🏀 Proud of the girls and look forward to watching them grow over the next 4 years.

Middle School Spring sports update: https://youtu.be/Lt8aarfx4oc

Attention middle school girls basketball I forgot to hand out the tickets for tomorrow’s game at Constantine. When you get dropped off at the school tomorrow I will have tickets for you to give to your parents. Just a reminder the bus leaves at 3:30 and I will be at the school at 2:45 if you want to shoot. I will be collecting the uniforms after the game Go Rams Coach Merasco

Middle School Track and Tennis sign-up is taking place....NOW! If you are a 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student interested in track or tennis, please fill out the form: https://forms.gle/sPUgcVwxrDp5NWLPA

I wanted to thank everyone for your support of this year's event. Despite not seeing the kids as often as years past we were able to have a successful event and raise a large amount of money for the American Heart Association. In total we raised $9156.47 Primary $7003.56 MS $2153.91 MS Top Classrooms: Primary Top Classes Dooley $687 Rekis $1516 Pfeiffer $438 Belland $600 MS Top Students Primary Top Students Joseph Minor $290 Jax Hubbard $797 Cole Nusbaum $199 Colton Coy $500 Hunter Hulsey $401 Special Thanks to my HS volunteers Jordyn Klimp Jeremy Leeson Savannah Ballentine Special thanks to our "Treasurers" of the event Diana Lewis Heather Kasten

ATTENTION MS GIRLS BASKETBALL; There is no open gym tomorrow. It’s going to be a nice day. Get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Schedule next week: Monday, March 22 NO Practice Tuesday, March 23 Practice 6:00-7:30 PRIMARY Wednesday, March 24 Game at Constantine. Bus leaves Primary at 3:30. 7th grade starts at 5:00, 8th grade 6:00. Coach Merasco

Calendar reminders for next week: --Monday and Tuesday (March 22 and 23) are regular school days. --Wednesday (March 24) is the regular ZOOM schedule day of virtual learning. --Thursday (March 25) is 1/2 day for students with p.m. Records Day --Friday (March 26) no school, Spring Break begins Students return for the 4th marking period on Monday, April 5.