As we begin making preparations for the 2022-2023 school year and look forward to meeting and greeting our sixth grade students and parents. We want to be sure that you have important information about our school and next steps in preparation for the next school year.
Parent Night Info for Incoming 6th grade
♦ Welcome Letter Rising 6th
♦ Electives Incoming 6th grade Information
Rising 6th Graders You Are Invited!
You will have fun, meet friends, and tour your new school.
For more information click picture above
Rising 7th Grade Information
Rising 7th Grade Year-long Electives Video
The Tdap immunization is required for all 7th graders. Proof of this immunization on the DH 680 form can be brought to the front office, faxed (904-547-8715), or emailed to Ms. Greve even if your student is still in 6th grade. Per district policy, all 7th grade students are required to submit an updated DH 680 form to include Tdap prior to the start of 7th grade.
Course Review Process:
- Students and parents can request a schedule review for a CORE course placement using the form at the link below.
- Course reviews will take place after final grades and state testing scores are released in July. Decisions to change placement will follow the course progressions and will be communicated over the summer.
- Students and parents will be notified in mid-July if the course review was approved or denied.
- https://tinyurl.com/GRMSReview
FRONT OFFICE SUMMER HOURS
7:30AM – 3:30PM
What a wonderful year of growth and learning we had this year at Gamble Rogers.
We truly appreciate all the support from PTO and our Stingray families.
Please watch the website for back-to-school orientation information.
We sincerely hope all of our families have a safe and wonderful summer.
• $8 for binder w/ dividers (student choice: One 3″ binder or Two 1 1/2 ” binder)
• $10 TIX-30A Calculator (recommended for 7th grade math , pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, and all 8th grade science classes)
• $5 Lock
The bundles contain everything 6th, 7th, and 8th graders need for core classes.
* Bundles will be available for sale online, starting in late July.
22-23 Back to School Dates
♦ August 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 8, 9 Teacher Inservice Days
♦ August 10 First Day of School
Mission:
To create the best learning path for all students. Students understand the value of being engaged in their education as goal-setting, college and career bound questioners, who recognize the value of all learning opportunities.
Sign Up for SchoolMessenger
This system allows schools and District staff to quickly and efficiently communicate both general and emergency messages to parents/guardians using email, text and voice mail.
If you are a SJCSD Parent/Guardian, please see the directions to Manage Your Contact Preferences in SchoolMessenger Info Center.
Vision:
GRMS will be a progressive school in which students are prepared to achieve at their highest level, preparing them for college and career, surrounded by an engaged community that is proud of its educational accomplishments.
Immunization Records
The Tdap immunization shot is required for all 7th graders and must be recorded on a Florida 680 form. As soon as your student receives this shot, the form can be faxed (904-547-8715) or emailed to [email protected] even if the student is still in 6th grade.
Click below for a list of places you could go for immunizations.
School Policies
Overview
Please be aware of the following policies that may affect your student at GRMS during 21-22 school year. View the 21-22 presentation for bell schedule, early check-out, deliveries for students, etc.
Dress Code
The dress and grooming of our students should contribute to the health and safety of the individual, promote a positive educational environment and not disrupt the educational activities and processes of the school. Gamble Rogers Middle School follows the school district’s dress code guidelines explained in the 21-22 Student Code of Conduct.
Food Policy
2021 – 2022 All GRMS Students Offered Free Breakfast & Lunch!!
Stingray families — Parents will not be permitted to drop off food from outside sources to their student during the school day. This includes all fast food/restaurant meals.
Information Changes
It is imperative that parents call the school to change home phone numbers, cell numbers, work numbers and email addresses as soon as they are changed. In an emergency situation, it is difficult to contact parents when the information provided is not correct. Please contact Ms. Greve with changes.
EARLY CHECK-OUT
There is no dismissal within 30 minutes of the regular end of the school day, and only parents, guardians, or other individuals identified on the student’s contact list, with appropriate identification, will be allowed to check-out the student.
*M,T,TH,F before 1:20pm and Wednesdays before 12:20pm
Drop-off Item for Students’
• All items (clothes, shoes, homework, monies, keys, books, etc.) Must Be In A Bag(except band instruments and lunch boxes) labeled with the student’s name and grade
• Ring the bell and you will place the bag on the cart (located inside the front door on the right)
Personal Checks
Notice regarding payments to GRMS via personal check: Checks MUST include your full name, street address, TWO phone numbers, and your driver’s license number.
Quick Links
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Complete the School Access Form
Steps In Obtaining School Access
Complete the School Access Form by clicking the box above, or by going to https://stjohns.keepntrack.com/apply.
Two weeks after submission of the form, contact the school of your choice, to check status.
Featured Links
Forms
- Absentee Form
Please use the form above, reference students first and last name, homeroom teacher, and you may include a doctor’s note or other documentation. - PE Waiver
- Facilities Request
School District News
2021-2022 Instructional Materials Adoption for Mathematics UPDATE
On February 8, 2022, the St. Johns County School Board voted to approve the list of recommended resources for adoption for Math. View the final list of approved resources. Florida Statute allows parents or residents of the county to object to the adoption of a specific instructional material. If you would like to contest the adoption of the Math resources, you must complete the Reconsideration of Instructional Materials Request Form and submit it to the SJCSD Instructional Resources and Media Services Department no later than noon on March 10, 2022.
Please visit our Instructional Materials Adoption web page to:
- Access the math resources that are being considered for adoption.
- Learn more about the policies and procedures for textbook adoption.
B.E.S.T. Standards Presentation
The purpose of the video is to provide parents and community members with information about the new B.E.S.T. Standards for English Language Arts and math. The video also explains the timeline for the implementation of the new standards.
View the B.E.S.T. Standards Presentation
FortifyFL App
FortifyFL is a website and app developed at the direction of the Florida Legislature. Any student, educator, parent or member of the public can report school safety concerns directly to law enforcement and school administrators anonymously and easily through the FortifyFL app or getfortifyfl.com.
School Access
This is just a reminder that anyone (parent, guardian, friend, neighbor, aunt, uncle) must have school access to attend an event at Gamble Rogers Middle School, have lunch with a student and/or attend an awards assembly. If you have not already done so, please complete the School Access Form. The process for approval may take up to 4 weeks, so please fill out the application sooner than later for any guests that would like to have school access. Once the application is approved, school access will be valid for three years.
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Family Sponsor ($100)
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We truly appreciate your support and hope that our Stingray Families recognize your commitment to the school and community and support you and/or your businesses as well! Thank You!!!