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Disconnect to Reconnect: Returning to a Focus on Learning and Engagement
Beginning this school year, Valdez City Schools will implement Board Policy 5138: 'Student Possession and Use of Portable Electronic Devices' to create a more focused learning environment for our students.
Board Policy 5138 requires all students to store personal devices (such as cell phones, smartwatches, and wireless earbuds) powered down in their lockers throughout the school day.
Learn More about BP 5138
Learn More about BP 5138
Mission & Philosophy
About Us
Our mission is based on a partnership of schools, parents, and the community united in education for life - instructing, inspiring, and empowering every student in a safe environment.
Middle school is a time for exploration and growth. At GMS, we embrace new challenges, focus on kindness, and always strive to do our best. We believe hard work and positive attitudes will significantly contribute to academic progress, social development, and emotional well-being.
News & Announcements
![Welcome Back to School, Huskies!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755747638/valdezcityschoolsorg/nbytue0yd0phnloiq8br/GMSWelcomeBacktoSchoolThumbnailTemplate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755747638/valdezcityschoolsorg/nbytue0yd0phnloiq8br/GMSWelcomeBacktoSchoolThumbnailTemplate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755747638/valdezcityschoolsorg/nbytue0yd0phnloiq8br/GMSWelcomeBacktoSchoolThumbnailTemplate.png","width":800}])
![Upcoming Adjustment to GMS School Calendar and Bell Schedule]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732231306/valdezcityschoolsorg/wne4mrawvyesl8k2xeyr/GMSVHSScheduleUpdate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732231306/valdezcityschoolsorg/wne4mrawvyesl8k2xeyr/GMSVHSScheduleUpdate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732231306/valdezcityschoolsorg/wne4mrawvyesl8k2xeyr/GMSVHSScheduleUpdate.png","width":800}])
Effective Monday, December 2, 2024
New Start and End Times (Monday-Thursday): 8:05AM-3:30PM
New Required Attendance Dates on Calendar: 12/13/24, 1/20/25, 2/28/25, 3/6/25, 3/7/25
![Curious About our First Flex Friday?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724865314/valdezcityschoolsorg/jvthjlqrtokxf0pikab5/flexfriday.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724865314/valdezcityschoolsorg/jvthjlqrtokxf0pikab5/flexfriday.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724865314/valdezcityschoolsorg/jvthjlqrtokxf0pikab5/flexfriday.png","width":800}])
Our First Flex Friday is this week at Gilson Middle School! Art, band, journalism, fitness, chess, study halls, salmon dissection, woods, climbing, student government, and more!
![GMS has a Fresh New Look!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1720569287/valdezcityschoolsorg/ajz8wwnyaqimehj8rh3w/gmsNewWebsiteLaptopMock.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1720569287/valdezcityschoolsorg/ajz8wwnyaqimehj8rh3w/gmsNewWebsiteLaptopMock.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1720569287/valdezcityschoolsorg/ajz8wwnyaqimehj8rh3w/gmsNewWebsiteLaptopMock.png","width":800}])
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new district and school websites!
![Welcome new GMS Principal Amanda Tippetts!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1720484989/valdezcityschoolsorg/xgbi37ym3qqkwu8tjfgy/AmandaTippettsWelcome.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1720484989/valdezcityschoolsorg/xgbi37ym3qqkwu8tjfgy/AmandaTippettsWelcome.jpg","width":500}])
Valdez City Schools is proud to announce that Amanda Tippetts has accepted the position of Principal at Gilson Middle School for the 2024-2025 school year.