Happy Career Awareness Month! 🌟 At Greene County Middle School, we're dedicated to helping our students explore all the possibilities their futures hold, and we've been busy!
Our career exploration kicked off in October when our entire 8th-grade class visited the campus of Iowa Central Community College (ICCC). Students got to see a college campus, learn about different programs, participate in hands-on learning in a career pathway of their choosing, and start thinking about "what's next" to help plan for high school.
But that's not all! A small group of students also had the amazing opportunity to attend the Building Skilled Trades Expo in Des Moines. They got hands-on experience with in-demand careers and learned directly from professionals in fields like construction, electrical, welding, and more! 🛠️
We are so proud to provide these opportunities for our students to find their passion!
#GreeneCountyMS #RAMSPride #CareerAwarenessMonth #FutureReady #ICCC #IowaCentral #SkilledTrades #CareerExploration
Our career exploration kicked off in October when our entire 8th-grade class visited the campus of Iowa Central Community College (ICCC). Students got to see a college campus, learn about different programs, participate in hands-on learning in a career pathway of their choosing, and start thinking about "what's next" to help plan for high school.
But that's not all! A small group of students also had the amazing opportunity to attend the Building Skilled Trades Expo in Des Moines. They got hands-on experience with in-demand careers and learned directly from professionals in fields like construction, electrical, welding, and more! 🛠️
We are so proud to provide these opportunities for our students to find their passion!
#GreeneCountyMS #RAMSPride #CareerAwarenessMonth #FutureReady #ICCC #IowaCentral #SkilledTrades #CareerExploration
We would like to congratulate the Greene County High School 2025-26 National Honor Society members. (1st row) Madison Mobley, London Harris, Natalie Towers, Kate Mobley, Austyn Smith, Autumn Barrett, Evelyn Snyder. (2nd row) Aden Bardole, Zack Stalder, Lincoln Schwander, Nehemiah Hoyt, Brennan Jacobs, Calvin Fields, Jaron Jacobs, Raymond Bauer, Logan Edwards (3rd row) Ella Ostrander, Natalee Baugh, Calleigh Fitzpatrick, Leah McCormick, Lila Osterson, Lucy Vander Linden, Veronica van der Meer (4th row) Maya Telleen, Kaycee Pittman, Nala Losee, Carter Hinote, Isaac Karber, Becca Anderson, Savannah Lansman (The front two rows are new inductees.) Not pictured: Addison Gannon & Taylor Johnston. A special thank you to Mr. Doug Brown for sharing a special message to many of his past students during induction.
We may have been missing a few teachers today… but don’t worry — it was just because we had a whole bunch of GCMS staff in disguise!
Our teachers brought the fun and kept everyone guessing. Thanks to our amazing staff for always leaning into the joy and making school a great place to be!
#WhyNotGreeneCounty #GCMSPride #DisguiseDay
Our teachers brought the fun and kept everyone guessing. Thanks to our amazing staff for always leaning into the joy and making school a great place to be!
#WhyNotGreeneCounty #GCMSPride #DisguiseDay
Winter sports are in full swing at GCMS!
Our 8th grade girls basketball team will be at home today at 4:30 PM in the Greene County Middle School gym vs. Grandview Christian.
Our 7th grade girls will travel to Grandview Christian for their 4:30 PM matchup.
Meanwhile, our wrestlers are on the road to South Hamilton, also starting at 4:30 PM.
Good luck to all our Rams competing today — let’s show that GC pride! ❤️🖤 #RamPride #GoRams
Our 8th grade girls basketball team will be at home today at 4:30 PM in the Greene County Middle School gym vs. Grandview Christian.
Our 7th grade girls will travel to Grandview Christian for their 4:30 PM matchup.
Meanwhile, our wrestlers are on the road to South Hamilton, also starting at 4:30 PM.
Good luck to all our Rams competing today — let’s show that GC pride! ❤️🖤 #RamPride #GoRams
🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸
Today, Greene County Middle School proudly honors and thanks all veterans for their selfless sacrifice and dedication to our country. Your bravery and commitment inspire us every day.
We are grateful for all who have served—past and present. ❤️🤍💙
🍧 Kona Ice is coming to GCMS! 🍧
Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 20th — it’s time to chill out with a sweet treat! ☀️
You can pre-pay online or pay at the truck when Kona Ice rolls up. The best part? 20% of all sales go right back to GCMS! ❤️🖤
Don’t miss out — treat yourself and support our school at the same time! #GCMSSpirit #KonaIceDay #WhyNotGreeneCounty
Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 20th — it’s time to chill out with a sweet treat! ☀️
You can pre-pay online or pay at the truck when Kona Ice rolls up. The best part? 20% of all sales go right back to GCMS! ❤️🖤
Don’t miss out — treat yourself and support our school at the same time! #GCMSSpirit #KonaIceDay #WhyNotGreeneCounty
Ag in the Classroom Fun!
Last week, Ellen Brown from Farm Bureau of Greene and Boone County joined Mrs. Hoyle’s 6th grade social studies class for a lively discussion on the pros and cons of GMOs! Students split into teams, did their research, and jumped into a healthy debate
Ellen also shared the importance of understanding both sides of an argument and how to have respectful, informed conversations — skills that go way beyond the classroom!
We can’t wait to welcome her back in December for even more Ag in the Classroom fun! #AgInTheClassroom #FarmBureau #MiddleSchoolDebate #GreeneCountyProud
Last week, Ellen Brown from Farm Bureau of Greene and Boone County joined Mrs. Hoyle’s 6th grade social studies class for a lively discussion on the pros and cons of GMOs! Students split into teams, did their research, and jumped into a healthy debate
Ellen also shared the importance of understanding both sides of an argument and how to have respectful, informed conversations — skills that go way beyond the classroom!
We can’t wait to welcome her back in December for even more Ag in the Classroom fun! #AgInTheClassroom #FarmBureau #MiddleSchoolDebate #GreeneCountyProud
🐏🖤❤️ The November Ram Reminder is here! Catch up on all the latest updates, celebrations, and upcoming events happening at school this month.
Have a fantastic weekend, Rams! #RamPride #TeamGreeneCounty
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Have a fantastic weekend, Rams! #RamPride #TeamGreeneCounty
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This afternoon, the 5th-grade students at Greene County Middle School had visitors from the Iowa State Extension Office put on a computer science program.
They explored many aspects of computer science. The students had six exploration rotations - Squishy Circuits, where students worked with open and closed circuits, Micro Bits, where students created code, and Fruity Instruments, where students worked with a closed conduction circuit. They also "Coded a Cookie" by giving explicit directions for frosting it, used binary code to create a bracelet that spelled "rams," and investigated AI intelligence.
A big thank you to the Iowa State Extension Office and to everyone who helped make this a fun and successful day!
They explored many aspects of computer science. The students had six exploration rotations - Squishy Circuits, where students worked with open and closed circuits, Micro Bits, where students created code, and Fruity Instruments, where students worked with a closed conduction circuit. They also "Coded a Cookie" by giving explicit directions for frosting it, used binary code to create a bracelet that spelled "rams," and investigated AI intelligence.
A big thank you to the Iowa State Extension Office and to everyone who helped make this a fun and successful day!
🎉 Quarter 1 Attendance Honors! 🎉
We’re excited to share an updated list of students who had amazing attendance in Quarter 1! Thanks to our Infinite Campus guru, Emily Gannon, we were able to get the correct report—and we’ve added even more students to celebrate!
🏆 Perfect Attendance – Present all day, every day!
✨ Honorable Attendance – Attended at least 90% of school days.
Way to go, Rams! Your dedication to showing up every day matters. Let’s keep the momentum going—every day counts!
#RamsAttendance #SchoolPride #EveryDayCounts
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🎉 Congratulations to our First Quarter Honor Roll Students! 🎉
We’re proud to celebrate all of our students who achieved academic excellence this quarter!
🏅 High Honor Roll: Students earning all A’s
🎓 Honor Roll: Students earning all A’s and B’s
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to learning shine bright. Way to represent our school with pride and excellence.
#HonorRoll #StudentSuccess #WhyNotGreeneCounty
We’re proud to celebrate all of our students who achieved academic excellence this quarter!
🏅 High Honor Roll: Students earning all A’s
🎓 Honor Roll: Students earning all A’s and B’s
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to learning shine bright. Way to represent our school with pride and excellence.
#HonorRoll #StudentSuccess #WhyNotGreeneCounty
A Huge Thank You to the Greene County Cattlemen!
The entire Greene County Community School District wants to send a huge thank you to the incredible team from the Greene County Cattlemen!
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to grill hamburgers and hot dogs for our staff and families during our Parent-Teacher Conferences on November 3.
We truly value our partnership. Your efforts continue to support and enhance the experiences of our students, their families, and our staff across the whole district. Thank you for everything you do!
The entire Greene County Community School District wants to send a huge thank you to the incredible team from the Greene County Cattlemen!
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to grill hamburgers and hot dogs for our staff and families during our Parent-Teacher Conferences on November 3.
We truly value our partnership. Your efforts continue to support and enhance the experiences of our students, their families, and our staff across the whole district. Thank you for everything you do!
🍎 GCMS Treat Trolley in Action! 🍎
A student in Mrs. Duncan's classroom put both his math and social skills into action with their Treat Trolley! After staff submitted their order forms, he carefully reviewed orders, filled them, and delivered delicious snacks and drinks to our middle school staff.
Not only did he practice important skills, but he also brightened everyone’s day along the way! 🌟
#GCMS #StudentSuccess #TreatTrolley #LifeSkillsInAction
A student in Mrs. Duncan's classroom put both his math and social skills into action with their Treat Trolley! After staff submitted their order forms, he carefully reviewed orders, filled them, and delivered delicious snacks and drinks to our middle school staff.
Not only did he practice important skills, but he also brightened everyone’s day along the way! 🌟
#GCMS #StudentSuccess #TreatTrolley #LifeSkillsInAction
Mr. Bekkerus’ 8th grade math students put their classroom knowledge into action last week! Using what they learned about similar triangles, they estimated the heights of various objects around school. Math in action! 🌟 #STEM #MathInRealLife #8thGradeMath
Tonight! The Spooktacular Greene County Halloween Band Concert!
Get ready for an evening of thrilling music! Join us TONIGHT for the annual Greene County Halloween Band Concert featuring our talented 6th through 12th grade students! They've been working hard to prepare a festive performance you won't want to miss.
Come out and support our student musicians!
Where: GCHS Auditorium
Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Concert Starts: 7:00 PM
Can't make it to the auditorium? No problem! The concert will be livestreamed on the GCCSD Activities YouTube channel! Click the link below at 7:00 PM to tune in:
https://www.youtube.com/live/niXC8FZJxAY
Families—Please Check Your Spam Folder!
We’ve learned that some school emails are landing in spam or junk folders instead of inboxes. If you’re waiting on a response from a teacher or staff member, please check those folders!
If you don’t receive a reply within 24–48 business hours, please call the school office or the teacher directly.
✅ Tip: Mark school emails as “Not Spam” or add staff to your contacts so future messages go straight to your inbox.
We’ve learned that some school emails are landing in spam or junk folders instead of inboxes. If you’re waiting on a response from a teacher or staff member, please check those folders!
If you don’t receive a reply within 24–48 business hours, please call the school office or the teacher directly.
✅ Tip: Mark school emails as “Not Spam” or add staff to your contacts so future messages go straight to your inbox.
Just a reminder that Picture Re-Takes are happening tomorrow! If your student missed the original picture day or would like a retake, make sure they’re ready to have their photo taken.
See the attached form for ordering information!
Go Rams! 🐏
See the attached form for ordering information!
Go Rams! 🐏
🚌 Bus Safety Week Success at GCMS! 🎒
Yesterday, our GCMS students got hands-on with crucial bus safety skills, led by Transportation Director Shawn Demoss! Safety is our top priority, and we're proud of our students for taking this training seriously.
Students gained valuable knowledge on general bus safety and emergency preparedness, including:
- Evacuation procedures (front, rear, side/window, and even rooftop hatch! )
- Locations of the fire extinguisher and med kit for emergencies.
- How to apply the emergency brake.
- The importance of exterior warning lights and the stop arm, and the serious penalties for breaking those laws!
Students successfully practiced the front door evacuation—a core skill for getting off the bus quickly and safely in a critical situation. We believe that practice and knowledge empower our students!
A big thank you to Mr. Demoss for leading this essential training! Let's keep safety first, always!
#BusSafetyWeek #GCMS #StudentSafety #SchoolBus #SafetyFirst
Yesterday, our GCMS students got hands-on with crucial bus safety skills, led by Transportation Director Shawn Demoss! Safety is our top priority, and we're proud of our students for taking this training seriously.
Students gained valuable knowledge on general bus safety and emergency preparedness, including:
- Evacuation procedures (front, rear, side/window, and even rooftop hatch! )
- Locations of the fire extinguisher and med kit for emergencies.
- How to apply the emergency brake.
- The importance of exterior warning lights and the stop arm, and the serious penalties for breaking those laws!
Students successfully practiced the front door evacuation—a core skill for getting off the bus quickly and safely in a critical situation. We believe that practice and knowledge empower our students!
A big thank you to Mr. Demoss for leading this essential training! Let's keep safety first, always!
#BusSafetyWeek #GCMS #StudentSafety #SchoolBus #SafetyFirst
🚨 Boo Gram ALERT! Tick-Tock! ⏰
Don't miss out! 👻 Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to snag a Boo Gram for your friends or favorite teacher!
Come find your Student Council reps during your grade level lunch tomorrow. They are only $2!
Don't be a ghost—come grab one! 🎃
Don't miss out! 👻 Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to snag a Boo Gram for your friends or favorite teacher!
Come find your Student Council reps during your grade level lunch tomorrow. They are only $2!
Don't be a ghost—come grab one! 🎃
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