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Academics
GMS paves the way towards
lifelong learning, through the implemenation of a rigourous
curriculum that is constantly evolving to meet the demands
of a knowledge based society. The staff are constantly upgrading
ther skill sets to offer students a rich academic experience
and to instill a true love of learning. This includes a
variety of academic opportunities to enrich the interests
of students as they prepare for the move to secondary school.
Volunteers from the community share their knowledge and
skills while working with staff and students in a creative
and supportive environment.
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| Math Olympics |
December |
| Gauss Math |
December |
| Regional Science Fair |
April |
| Chess Tournament |
April |
| Mini-Enrichment courses (grade
8) |
May |
| Grade 6 Invention Convention |
May |
| Grade 6 EQAO |
June |
| Balanced Literacy |
All year |
GMS placed Second among the teams entered
in the 2008 Stephen Leacock Chess Extravaganza.
Congratulations:
Jason "the king", Adam "the tower",
Colin "the mighty bishop", Isla "the
queen", Aidan "the knight in shining armour"
and Cody "more than just a pawn" |
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| Administration
Many activities at GMS benefit from
the behind the scenes support of various administrative
efforts. Some of these events include Health Bar, Band Boosters,
field trips, and various fundraising campaigns.Our tireless
supporters help make the GMS experience far richer for the
students and help with much appreciated contributions of
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| Office Support |
Sep-June |
| Band Boosters |
Sep-June |
| Health Bar |
Sep-June |
| QSP Magazines |
November |
| Toy Mountain |
December |
| Vesey bulb campaign |
April |
| Hoops for Heart |
May |
| Jump Rope for Heart |
May |
| Grade 8 trip |
June |
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| Arts
and Drama
Our Arts and Drama program continues
to expand year after year.The students have many different
avenues to showcase their talent and broaden their skills
in the Arts. Hours of dedicated hard work goes into the
various functions and activities that occur throughout the
school year.
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| Drama production |
March-May |
| Painting the Royal Bank Windows |
December |
| GMS Idol |
June |
| GMS movie |
Jan-June |
| Drama Club |
Sep-June |
| Arts Club |
Oct-June |
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| Athletics
Throughout the year, GMS athletes
participate in various team sports at the local and regional
levels. We have had a very successful Athletics program
over the years and we are recognized by other schools for
our excellence. We spend a lot of time working on skills
and helping students develop healthy fit lifestyles. Parent
coaches are welcomed for their expertise and skill. More
Go Greyhounds Go
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| volleyball |
junior boys
junior girls
senior boys
senior girls |
Dec-Feb
Dec-Feb
Oct-Dec
Oct-Dec |
| basketball |
junior boys
junior girls
intermediate boys
intermediate girls |
Mar-Apr
Mar-Apr
Jan-Mar
Jan-Mar |
| football |
co-ed flag football
senior boys
senior girls |
Sep-Oct
Sep-Oct
Sep-Oct |
| soccer |
junior boys
junior girls
senior boys
senior girls |
October
October
April-May
April-May |
| badminton |
senior boys
senior girls |
Mar-Apr
Mar-Apr |
| track and field |
all divisions |
May |
| cross-country |
all divisions |
Sep-Oct |
| Winter ski Days |
grade 6,7,8 |
Feb-Mar |
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| Clubs
and Organisations
There are a broad cross-section of
Clubs and Organizations that make up the GMS experience.
These are a product of the collective efforts of staff and
parents affording students with a host of different extra-curricular
opportunities to broaden their interests in a host of different
areas. New ideas and activities are always welcome to enrich
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| Catchup and relish |
Sep-June |
| Earth care |
Sep-June |
| Stanwood kit club |
Oct-Nov/Apr-June |
| Yearbook team |
Sep-June |
| Student council |
Sep-June |
| Announcements |
Sep-June |
| Safe and caring schools |
Sep-June |
| Anti-bully committee |
Sep-June |
| Recess equipment team |
Sep-June |
| Senior and Junior band |
Sep-June |
| Math olympics |
April |
| Gauss math competition |
May |
| Pythagoras math competition |
May |
| Babysitting course |
Nov-Spring |
| Chess Club |
Nov-Dec |
| Scrabble Club |
Nov-Dec |
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| Computers
Information Technologies are a growing
part of our everyday lives. At GMS we offer students the
opportunity to develop and implement their skills in a variety
of contexts to support their learning and prepare them for
the world of work. The Internet has become an invaluable
source of support to the implementation of the curriculum
and is widely used by our students. We also use a variety
of multimedia technologies to maximize the students' learning
experiences.
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| yearbook team |
Sep-June |
| program support |
Sep-June |
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| Design
and Technology
Design and Technology is a robust
addition to the program we offer our students that allows
them to cultivate skills across a variety of disciplines.
The program continues to expand each year with a host of
different opportunities for our students to develop their
skills. We are grateful for the outside support we receive
from volunteers and specialists from the community that
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| Engineer in residence |
Sep-June |
| World of Work |
October |
| Robotics team |
October-May |
| Marsville team |
Jan-April |
| Skills animation team |
April-May |
| Algonquin connections |
May |
| Towers of Power |
June |
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| Health
Bar
We offer students a variety of additional
dietary options here at GMS in an effort to provide a balanced
and healthy lifestyle, (with the occasional treat). The
support of volunteers is essential for the success of these
programs and we are thankful for their on-going support.
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| Health Bar |
Sep-June |
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*co-ordinator of volunteers |
| daily |
*milk distribution |
| bi-monthly |
*pizza distribution |
| bi-monthly |
*Subway distribution |
| bi-monthly |
*Dairy Queen distribution |
Click on the pizza to see the 2007 Health
Bar schedule.
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| Library
Literacy is pivotal for student success
and has a special focus here at GMS. We offer students a
variety of opportunities to develop, practice and enhance
their skills. Our staff is regularly in-serviced to learn
the most effective means to cultivate this crucial component
of our students' learning process. Our library has a vast
collection of resources that expands every year to meet
the needs and interests of our student body.
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| Silver Birch reading club |
Dec-May |
| Red Maple reading club |
Dec-May |
| Assistance to librarian |
Sep-June |
| Reading with Students |
Sep-June |
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| Music
Our music program has a rich history
and has helped develop a variety of different musical talents
that has lead to a variety of awards. Some of our students
move on to specialized secondary programs aimed at maximizing
these talents. All students benefit from the opportunity
to explore this facet of the curriculum. More
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| Capital Region Music Fest |
February |
| Nationals |
May |
| Kiwanis festival |
April-May |
| 25th Anniversary Gala |
April |
| GMS Idol |
June |
| Band Boosters |
Sep-June |
| All-Star band |
June |
| Jazz Band |
October-June |
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