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Don't forget! Shop tonight from 3pm to 7pm at Under the Carolina Moon to support the Gettys Middle School Theatre Program. Mention that you are "shopping for Gettys" and a portion of your purchase proceeds will go to this year's production of Beauty and the Beast Jr.!
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GMS teachers and staff will be at the Easley Big Lots from 11-7 for the Red Kettle Ring Off this Saturday, Dec. 9. Santa just might be making an appearance between 11-1! Come on out and support GMS and the Salvation Army!
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Winter Band Concert December 12!
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Attention Parents/Guardians of Pickens County students!
Click Here (https://bit.ly/47IbEpT) for info about an exciting new program for adults in Pickens County! You can earn certifications in the fields of Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Commercial Truck Driver Training (CDL), Computer Numerical Control (CNC), and Electrical Wiring. Classes begin in January!
For more information, visit - www.tctc.edu/EmpowerUp
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Don't forget! Shop tonight from 5pm to 7pm at Under the Carolina Moon to support the Gettys Middle School Theatre Program. Mention that you are "shopping for Gettys" and a portion of your purchase proceeds will go to this year's production of Beauty and the Beast Jr.!
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Please join us for the Orchestra Winter Concert on Dec 5 in the Easley High School auditorium! 6th grade performs at 6:00 PM; 7th grade at 6:30; 8th grade at 7:00; and EHS at 7:30.
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Join us for Spirit Night at Under the Carolina Moon on November 30th from 3 pm to 7 pm. Mention that you're shopping "For Gettys," and a portion of the proceeds will go to this year's production of Beauty and the Beast Jr.!
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Congratulations to Mrs. Lockaby's 5th period seventh grade science class for being the Class of the Week!
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Gettys Middle is grateful to all of the veterans that we celebrated this weekend and in today's Veterans' Day Assemblies. We are especially proud and grateful for the members of our faculty who are military veterans. Thank you, Nurse Butts, Ms. Divino, and Mr. Gray!
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Miss GMS meeting reminder: On November 14, there will be a parent meeting / pageant theme reveal in the GMS auditorium at 6:30 PM. Also, be sure to save the date for the Miss GMS Pageant on March 23, 2024!
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We're excited to announce the upcoming Basketball Jamborees at Gettys Middle School!
📅 Dates: November 13th & 14th
🕠 Start Time: 5:30 PM
Join us for an evening of hoops and teamwork. Best of all, there's NO COST for admission! So bring your family, friends, and neighbors!
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Our Band, Chorus, and Orchestra students will be presenting a program to honor our Veterans on Monday, November 13. Family members of GMS students who are veterans are welcome to attend at the time of their child's grade level presentation. Please sign in at the front office, and you will be directed to the auditorium.
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The cast of Beauty and the Beast attended a story anthology performance by the Chamber Theatre Company at Furman University.
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Pickens County Parents,
You are invited to an information night to hear from experts regarding “Social Media and Your Child’s Mental Health” on Nov. 9 at 6:00pm at Pickens Middle School.
- WHAT: Social Media and Your Child’s Mental Health - INFORMATION NIGHT
- WHERE: Pickens Middle School
- WHEN: Thur. 11/9 at 6:00pm
- Submit this form to attend - https://bit.ly/3Sr0jFT
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PCVA Fundraiser at Wendy's of Easley Nov. 7th from 5 to 8 PM! Please mention "EFL Night" (Earning for Learning) and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to our program. Meal can be dine in or takeout. Thank you!
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Miss GMS meeting reminder: On November 14, there will be a parent meeting / pageant theme reveal in the GMS auditorium at 6:30 PM. Also, be sure to save the date for the Miss GMS Pageant on March 23, 2024!
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Girls' basketball tryouts are coming November 1st and 2nd for 7th and 8th graders. Students must have an up-to-date physical before trying out.
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Boys basketball tryouts are coming November 1st and 3rd for 7th and 8th graders. Students must have an up-to-date physical before trying out.
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Boys Basketball Conditioning starts today!
🗓️ Schedule:
📅 Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
🕠 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 GMS Gym
Remember, a sports physical is a requirement to join in on the action! 🩺✅
Time to lace up those sneakers, work on your skills, and prepare for an awesome season ahead. #GMSBasketball #GettysGreatness
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You're invited to the GMS 6th Grade Band preview concert at 6:30 PM on October 17!
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