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A Message of Thanks
November is a time to reflect upon all that we are thankful for in our lives. Here at Groveport Madison Schools, we have much to appreciate.
First, we thank our employees who work tirelessly to meet the needs of students, their parents, and our community. Our teachers, support staff and administration all play an important role in educating the children who attend our schools. By working together, we provide a strong support base for learning.
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News From Around the District
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The Caring Teacher
 Middle School South teacher Tim Jones believes the secret to reaching a difficult child is one thing-CARE. In his new book, "The Caring Teacher: Using Compassion to Connect With Kids," Jones outlines ten qualities of a caring teacher and discusses 26 relevant and critical topics that teachers can face in their classrooms each day. The book also provides 30 handouts to help struggling teachers connect with even their most difficult students.
Jones is a veteran teacher who has worked over 30 years in the profession with students who have special needs. For the past 13 years, Jones has worked at Groveport Madison helping students with severe emotional problems overcome challenges. "It's about respect, care, and compassion," said Jones. "Until a teacher gains the respect of his or her students, it isn't going to work. You can get by, but it will never be rewarding."
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Canal Winchester Rotary Club's Dictionary Donation Promotes Literacy
 On Thursday, November 6, all Groveport Madison third graders received a brand new dictionary, compliments of the Canal Winchester Rotary Club. The dictionary donation is part of The Dictionary Project, a nationwide outreach effort to promote reading comprehension. According to the project's mission statement, "The goal of this program is to assist all students in becoming good writers, active readers, creative thinkers, and resourceful learners by providing them with their own personal dictionary."
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Firefighters 4 Kids Toy Program
 The Madison Township Fire Department will act as an agency to register people for the Firefighters 4 Kids Toy Program. Registration will take place December 3-5, 2014 at Fire Station 181, 4567 Firehouse Lane, Groveport, OH 43125. Registrations will be taken from 9:30-11:30 AM and from 12:30-3 PM each day.
Parents or guardians wishing to register their children will need to provide the following information: Personal picture ID and a birth ID of the child. No social security cards are required. To participate with the Madison Township Fire Department, families must live in either the district of Groveport Madison Local Schools or Canal Winchester Schools.
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Upcoming Events:
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11/13-15/14
| GMHS Fall Play, Game of Tiaras | Nov 13, 14 - 7:30 PM
Nov 15 - 2 PM & 7:30 PM | |
11/19/14
| No Preschool Classes |
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11/20/14
| Dunloe Elementary Music Program (Gr 3-5) | 7:00-9:00 PM | |
11/24-28/14
| No Preschool Classes | | |
11/25/14
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Early Dismissal - School day ends 45 minutes early
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11/26-28/14
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Thanksgiving Break
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| | 11/28/14 | Girls Basketball @ Bloom-Carroll | JV: 6:00 PM, Var: 7:30 PM | |
12/3/14
| GMHS Parent/Teacher Night / Financial Aid
Night / College Fair | 4:00-7:30 PM | |
12/6/14
| Boys Basketball @ Westerville Central | Freshman: 12:00 PM
JV: 1:30 PM
Varsity: 3:00 PM | | 12/9/14 | MSC Band Concert @ GMHS Auditorium | 7:30 PM | | 12/10/14 | Board of Education Meeting | 7:00 PM |
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Athletic Spotlight: Blake Snyder
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Get to know GMHS senior, Blake Snyder,
Columbus Dispatch's "Athlete of the Week"
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Fall Drama Play Features Battle of Princesses
 The Groveport Madison High School fall drama play,
Game of Tiaras, features an epic and hilarious battle based upon a popular television show with a Disney twist.
Witness what happens when the aging ruler of the Magic Kingdom splits control of his empire among his three daughters, Belle, Cinderella and the Snow Queen.
This "must see" comedy is sure leave the audience laughing.
Showtimes are Thursday, November 13 and Friday, November 14 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 15 offers two showtimes: 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are available at the door, or advanced registration is available online by clicking here.
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New High School Construction Update:
 This month, VSWC Architects will begin the design process for the new high school facility by hosting a series of community gatherings to seek input from community members on the project. The first meeting is slated for Monday, November 17 at 6:30 PM in the high school auditorium. This meeting will focus on Groveport Madison's history and heritage. Audience reaction to different building styles will also be gathered by electronic means during this session. In addition, the architects will share a project schedule and open the floor for public comment. A second meeting is planned for December 1 at the high school. Community members, students, staff and parents are encouraged to attend. Those interested in attending are asked to register by visiting this link: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=gpbgpmrab&oeidk=a07ea20ib6id6e24956 |
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| Nurses Page Now Available on Website |
A new health and safety page has been added to the district website. The page includes contact information for all building nurses as well providing links to download medical forms and access health policies.
The new page is located under the "Parents/Students" tab on the district site. the side navigation bar to access the page. | |
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| Cruisers to Enter New OCC Division |
On November 10, the OCC voted 26-6 to realign the conference beginning with the 2016-17 school year. The Cruisers will be in the "Northeast" division. The division will consist of the following schools:
| - Groveport Madison | - New Albany | | - Canal Winchester | - Newark City | | - Franklin Heights | - Big Walnut |
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Who's Teaching Your Children?
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Teachers help make a difference in the classroom and in students' lives. This month we are featuring band director, Bart Pickenpaugh.
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Get Connected
Stay in touch with what is happening at your child's school. All buildings are now connecting with parents via e-news.
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