📣 Attention Cougar Families!
Just a reminder that Wednesday, November 11, 2026, is an Early Release Day at Gary Middle School VPA. Students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
Now is a great time to confirm transportation plans and after-school care arrangements. Together, we can make dismissal safe and successful for every Cougar.
Thank you for your partnership and continued support! 🐾🧡💙 #CougarStrong
💙 NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL DIABETES MONTH! 💙
Gary Middle School Visual & Performing Arts is raising awareness about diabetes and the importance of healthy living!
Diabetes can affect anyone, including children and teenagers. Knowing the warning signs, understanding risk factors, and making healthy choices can make a difference.
💙 Learn the facts!
💙 Recognize the warning signs!
💙 Practice healthy habits!
💙 Support those living with diabetes!
Together, we can build a healthier, more informed, and supportive school community!
🐾 GMS VPA — You Belong Here!
#NationalDiabetesMonth #GMSVPA #DiabetesAwareness #HealthyScholars #YouBelongHere
💜💛 WORLD KINDNESS DAY – NOVEMBER 13, 2026! 🌎❤️
Gary Middle School Visual & Performing Arts is celebrating World Kindness Day!
We encourage all scholars, staff, and families to spread kindness through compassion, respect, inclusion, and positive actions.
💖 A kind word, a helping hand, or simply including someone can make a lasting difference!
Let's work together to create a school community where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
🐾 GMS VPA – You Belong Here!
#WorldKindnessDay #GMSVPA #ChooseKindness #YouBelongHere #CougarPride
🚂🎄 ALL ABOARD THE POLAR EXPRESS OF GIVING! 🎄🚂
GCSC Holiday Help Fair – Volunteers Needed!
Gary Community School Corporation is calling on our wonderful families, community members, and partners to help make this holiday season magical for our students and families!
📅 Friday, December 18, 2026
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Whether you can volunteer for a few hours or the entire event, your time and kindness can make a meaningful difference.
🎁 Help us spread joy, create lasting memories, and bring the spirit of giving to our GCSC community!
🎟️ Your ticket to making a difference starts here!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register as a volunteer.
Together, we can make the holidays brighter for our GCSC families!
#GCSCHolidayHelpFair #PolarExpress #VolunteersNeeded #CommunityEngagement #GCSCCougars
🚂🎄 ALL ABOARD FOR GIVING! GCSC HOLIDAY HELP FAIR DONATION DRIVE! 🎁
Gary Community School Corporation invites our families, community partners, businesses, and friends to help spread holiday cheer through our Polar Express-themed Holiday Help Fair!
📅 Friday, December 18, 2026
We are accepting monetary donations, gift cards, and in-kind contributions, including toys, winter coats, clothing, nonperishable food, and other essential items.
❤️ Every donation, big or small, helps bring joy, warmth, and hope to our GCSC students and families this holiday season!
🎟️ Your Golden Ticket to Giving Starts Here!
📞 For donation information, please contact your school's FACE Liaison.
🚂✨ Together, let's make this holiday season magical for our GCSC families!
#GCSCHolidayHelpFair #PolarExpress #AllAboardForGiving #GCSCFamily #YouBelongHere
🎉📚 Our Spell Bowl Cougars are shining! Congratulations to Gary Middle School Visual & Performing Arts’ Spell Bowl team for earning THIRD PLACE in the Indiana Academic Spell Bowl area competition! 🏅
We’re proud of our scholars’ hard work, focus, and teamwork! Special thanks to Sponsor Mrs. Winters and Co-Sponsor Ms. Cole for preparing and encouraging our team.
Join us in celebrating our Spell Bowl stars! 💙🧡🐾
#CougarPride #GMSVPA #SpellBowlStars
📣 GCSC families! The Uniform Exchange Program is back! Donate new or gently used uniforms Nov. 2–20, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., at your scholar’s school. Need another drop-off time? Contact your school’s FACE Liaison. Earn points to use toward other uniform items at the Holiday Help Fair on Dec. 18 at the Gary Public Library Main Branch. Sensory-friendly time: 10–11 a.m.; fair hours: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Check your email and Facebook for details!
🎓 LEARN MORE, EARN MORE! 📚
GMS VPA Families, your future starts today!
Grad219 offers FREE opportunities to strengthen your education and prepare for career success!
✅ Adult Basic Education
✅ HSE/GED Testing
✅ English Language Learning
✅ Career Training
📍 Locations include Gary, Hammond, Crown Point, Rensselaer, and virtual options.
📞 866-GRAD-219
Invest in yourself. Your next chapter starts today! 🎓
Dear GCSC Scholars and Families,
As the storm aftermath continues to unfold, the Gary Community School Corporation will remain closed on Thursday, August 20th and Friday, August 21st.
We are awaiting full power restoration in all schools. Meanwhile, the assessment of our buildings continues, and our team has begun addressing repairs and safety concerns in preparation for a safe return.
It is our goal to have a better sense of a return date over the weekend.
We can't say this enough...thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support as we work through the impact of the storm.
We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.
As the storm aftermath continues to unfold, the Gary Community School Corporation will remain closed on Thursday, August 20th and Friday, August 21st.
We are awaiting full power restoration in all schools. Meanwhile, the assessment of our buildings continues, and our team has begun addressing repairs and safety concerns in preparation for a safe return.
It is our goal to have a better sense of a return date over the weekend.
We can't say this enough...thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support as we work through the impact of the storm.
We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.
Dear GCSC Scholars and Families,
As we begin to regain power across our buildings, we are carefully assessing the needs and conditions of each facility. Our priority is to ensure that every building is safe and ready to occupy before welcoming students and staff back.
At this time, the Gary Community School Corporation will remain closed on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Our teams will continue working diligently to assess building conditions, address any safety concerns, and prepare our schools for a safe return.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support as we work through the impact of the storm. We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.
As we begin to regain power across our buildings, we are carefully assessing the needs and conditions of each facility. Our priority is to ensure that every building is safe and ready to occupy before welcoming students and staff back.
At this time, the Gary Community School Corporation will remain closed on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Our teams will continue working diligently to assess building conditions, address any safety concerns, and prepare our schools for a safe return.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support as we work through the impact of the storm. We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.
Looking for summer opportunities for your child?
Discover camps, school programs, enrichment & more at the Power of Partnership Resource Fair!
Discover camps, school programs, enrichment & more at the Power of Partnership Resource Fair!
Parents, Can We Talk?
Parenting doesn’t come with a manual—but it does come with community. Join us for Parent Café, a safe and welcoming space for GCSC families to connect, share, and grow together.
🗓 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 9AM–11AM
📍 WSLA Door A
🍽 Food Provided
🎟 Limited Seating
Register today: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/5MZ9pYNt5m
Parenting doesn’t come with a manual—but it does come with community. Join us for Parent Café, a safe and welcoming space for GCSC families to connect, share, and grow together.
🗓 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 9AM–11AM
📍 WSLA Door A
🍽 Food Provided
🎟 Limited Seating
Register today: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/5MZ9pYNt5m
Dear GCSC Families,
Your voice matters in the Gary Community School Corporation. We are asking families to take a few minutes to complete our Family Survey and share your experiences with our schools.
Your feedback helps district leaders and school staff better understand how we can strengthen communication, improve support services, and continue creating positive learning environments for every student.
As a thank you for your participation, families who complete the survey will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 gift card.
📝 Complete the survey here:
https://s.alchemer.com/s3/d1badf3ac989
Thank you for partnering with us as we continue building strong schools and strong communities.
Sincerely,
Gary Community School Corporation
📅 Upcoming Important Dates
March 11 – Half Day for Students
Students will attend a half day of school on Wednesday, March 11. Families should plan accordingly for early dismissal times at their child’s school.
March 13 – Teacher Records Day (No School for Students)
There will be no school for students on Friday, March 13 due to Teacher Records Day. This time allows teachers to complete grading, review student progress, and update academic records.
March 16–20 – Spring Break (No School)
Gary Community School Corporation will observe Spring Break from March 16 through March 20. Schools will be closed during this time. We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing break.
March 27 – Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place on Friday, March 27. This is a valuable opportunity for families to connect with teachers, discuss student progress, and partner together to support student success. Please watch for additional information from your child’s school regarding conference scheduling.
Hello GCSC Families,
This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow is an Asynchronous eLearning Day for all students.
🕘 What this means:
Students will not report to school in person. Instead, learning will take place at home, and students are expected to log in during their scheduled times to complete assignments and participate as directed by their teachers.
📅 Please review the detailed schedule carefully to ensure your student:
Logs in on time
Completes assigned work
Checks messages from teachers
👨👩👧👦 Families play an important role in helping students stay on track—thank you for your continued partnership and support.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact your school directly.
GMS, this is a friendly reminder that our school's Uniform Exchange drop-off day is Tuesday, December 2nd, during regular school hours.
Families may donate gently used or new uniform items, including:
✔️ Polo shirts or collared tops
✔️ Pants, shorts, skirts, jumpers
✔️ Belts
✔️ Sweaters and vests
✔️ School shoes
All items must be clean and in good condition.
Why Participate?
Each item you donate earns points (1–3 points based on condition). Your points will be emailed to you as a Uniform Exchange Voucher and can be redeemed at the:
📍 GCSC Community Help Fair
🏛️ Gary Public Library
📅 Friday, December 19
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
This is a great way to refresh uniforms at no cost and support families across our district!
For questions or assistance, please contact the Gary Middle School FACE Liaison.
You may also drop off at any of the other schools listed on the flyer.
Families may donate gently used or new uniform items, including:
✔️ Polo shirts or collared tops
✔️ Pants, shorts, skirts, jumpers
✔️ Belts
✔️ Sweaters and vests
✔️ School shoes
All items must be clean and in good condition.
Why Participate?
Each item you donate earns points (1–3 points based on condition). Your points will be emailed to you as a Uniform Exchange Voucher and can be redeemed at the:
📍 GCSC Community Help Fair
🏛️ Gary Public Library
📅 Friday, December 19
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
This is a great way to refresh uniforms at no cost and support families across our district!
For questions or assistance, please contact the Gary Middle School FACE Liaison.
You may also drop off at any of the other schools listed on the flyer.
Dear GCSC Students, families and stakeholders,
In order to ensure a safe commute for families and staff, the Gary Community School Corporation will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
Safety is our first priority, so please exercise caution when navigating the storm. Please watch for any updates via our website, social media, email, WGVE 88.7 FM and robocall in case the need arises for a full-day cancelation.
Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.
Dear Families,
Due to power outages, classes are canceled today at West Side Leadership Academy and Gary Middle School.
All other schools in the district will operate on a two-hour delay at this time.
We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as information becomes available. Please continue to check the district website, social media pages, and WGVE 88.7FM for the latest announcements.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to keep our students and staff safe.
Due to a forecast of inclement weather, the Gary Community School Corporation will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, November 10, 2025.
Safety is our first priority, so please exercise caution when navigating the storm. Please watch for any updates via our website, social media, email, WGVE 88.7 FM and robocall in case the need arises for a full-day cancelation.
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