❄️ 12 Days Before Winter Break! ❄️
We’re kicking off 12 festive spirit days starting Thursday, December 4th! These dress-up days are totally optional, but we can’t wait to see our students show off their holiday creativity and school spirit.
We’ll wrap it all up with a 2-hour early release on Friday, December 19th as we head into Winter Break!
Let’s make the next 12 days fun, festive, and full of GCMS pride!
Kona Ice will be coming again on Thursday, December 18th. Sign-up now using the code provided! 20% of all sales go right back to GCMS!
Mrs. Brophy’s 7th Grade Literacy Takes on the Library!
Our 7th graders had a fantastic visit to the public library! Youth Services Director, Bailey, welcomed students and introduced them to a variety of literacy genres. After learning about each one, students voted for their favorites — and their choices will help guide new additions to the Young Adult section!
Some students also signed up for the library’s digital service, giving them access to books right from home.
They wrapped up their visit in the Children’s Section, where students explored the puppet area, played games, and got creative at the activity table. So much hands-on fun and learning! 🎨🤹♂️
A huge thank you to the library team for an engaging and memorable experience for our GCMS students!
Our 7th graders had a fantastic visit to the public library! Youth Services Director, Bailey, welcomed students and introduced them to a variety of literacy genres. After learning about each one, students voted for their favorites — and their choices will help guide new additions to the Young Adult section!
Some students also signed up for the library’s digital service, giving them access to books right from home.
They wrapped up their visit in the Children’s Section, where students explored the puppet area, played games, and got creative at the activity table. So much hands-on fun and learning! 🎨🤹♂️
A huge thank you to the library team for an engaging and memorable experience for our GCMS students!
We hope everyone enjoyed Thanksgiving and a little bit of the snow! ❄️
Check out the GCMS December RAM Reminder for all this month’s updates and events!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UZJw-toEkhhY_mdnylc2zUolfIjImZP5ZfeWxLRFJ-I/edit?usp=sharing
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Check out the GCMS December RAM Reminder for all this month’s updates and events!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UZJw-toEkhhY_mdnylc2zUolfIjImZP5ZfeWxLRFJ-I/edit?usp=sharing
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🦃🚗 Nothing like a surprise turkey sighting to start the school day!
If you were a little alarmed pulling into car rider drop-off yesterday morning… don’t worry — that giant turkey roaming the sidewalk wasn’t wild at all!
He flew a little too close to the office, and we were able to “catch” him — turns out it was just our 8th grade math teacher, Mr. Bekkerus, spreading some pre-break joy!
🎉 Another GCMS Pep Rally in the Books! 🎉
Our amazing GCMS Student Council put on another high-energy, fun-filled pep rally today!
In a super close finish, 7th grade squeaked out the win by just 2 points over 5th grade! 🏆👏
Students competed in a series of challenges, including:
🧩 Assembling a 48-piece jumbo puzzle
🧠 Completing an easy sudoku puzzle
🏀 Taking a shot from half court
🥁 Trying to stay perfectly on beat with a drum strike challenge
Such a fun afternoon of teamwork, laughter, and school spirit! 💚🤍
#GCMS #WhyNotGreeneCounty #SchoolSpirit #StudentCouncil
Our amazing GCMS Student Council put on another high-energy, fun-filled pep rally today!
In a super close finish, 7th grade squeaked out the win by just 2 points over 5th grade! 🏆👏
Students competed in a series of challenges, including:
🧩 Assembling a 48-piece jumbo puzzle
🧠 Completing an easy sudoku puzzle
🏀 Taking a shot from half court
🥁 Trying to stay perfectly on beat with a drum strike challenge
Such a fun afternoon of teamwork, laughter, and school spirit! 💚🤍
#GCMS #WhyNotGreeneCounty #SchoolSpirit #StudentCouncil
✨ 5th Grade Literacy Fun Before Break! ✨
Today in 5th grade literacy, we brought Among Us to the classroom for a fun and engaging day of learning! Our “tasks” included putting together a puzzle of Ms. Schulz, matching vocabulary words to their definitions, team-building to create the tallest tower, unscrambling sentences, and even reading a passage in silly voices.
Such a fun way to wrap up the week before break — lots of learning, teamwork, and laughter! 💛📚🎉
Today in 5th grade literacy, we brought Among Us to the classroom for a fun and engaging day of learning! Our “tasks” included putting together a puzzle of Ms. Schulz, matching vocabulary words to their definitions, team-building to create the tallest tower, unscrambling sentences, and even reading a passage in silly voices.
Such a fun way to wrap up the week before break — lots of learning, teamwork, and laughter! 💛📚🎉
Today was our last day before Thanksgiving break!
Classes will resume on Monday, December 1st.
We are so thankful for each of our GCMS families and hope you enjoy a safe, happy, and restful break! 🦃💛
#Thankful #GCMSFamily #ThanksgivingBreak
Classes will resume on Monday, December 1st.
We are so thankful for each of our GCMS families and hope you enjoy a safe, happy, and restful break! 🦃💛
#Thankful #GCMSFamily #ThanksgivingBreak
Check out Episode 6 of The Cave! This week, the girls talk about their presidential projects in Mr. Gorman’s class, their favorite school lunches, and even dive into ten frames. It’s a fun and engaging episode you won’t want to miss!
Click the link below to listen to The Cave - Season 2 - Episode 6:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HA-vVY53DD9BrJ7SDEiBhptydNKr5XFh/view?usp=drive_link
Click the link below to listen to The Cave - Season 2 - Episode 6:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HA-vVY53DD9BrJ7SDEiBhptydNKr5XFh/view?usp=drive_link
Don't forget tomorrow is KONA ICE DAY! Pre-pay using the code below or send $5 cash with your student! 20% of sales come directly back to GCMS!
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
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ddkr7YRJDop_dSH5-MV2y_VBDvYzoZcFPnZB-5n54PQ/edit?usp=sharing
Have a fantastic weekend, Rams! #RamPride #TeamGreeneCounty
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ddkr7YRJDop_dSH5-MV2y_VBDvYzoZcFPnZB-5n54PQ/edit?usp=sharing
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
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IoKGV0P4-mNL-25otqjt53ZT0p1xkTQVJF0V0-ZVYns/edit?tab=t.0