Welcome back, Pioneers!
Attention Families and Staff,
Due to worsening road conditions and frigid temperatures expected overnight, all schools in the district will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 6, 2025.
Our administration spent over two hours late this evening driving more than 65 miles across the district to assess conditions firsthand. Many areas were already treacherous, with some spots more hazardous than others. With precipitation still falling at the time of this message, we believe it is necessary to exercise an abundance of caution to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families.
We apologize for the late notice, as we wanted to take all the time needed to make the most informed decision possible. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we prioritize everyone's safety during this weather event.
Tomorrow is the day! We are so excited. The best is yet to come. Go Pioneers!
This week looks to be a cold one. Bundle up, everyone! Please make sure our little Pioneers are dressed warmly. Go Pioneers!
Hello Pioneers! At Gentry Public Schools, we offer a variety of ways to stay connected. Our website, linked below, features a top menu with quick access to district administration, school campus pages, parent resources, departmental links, and more. Under the "Parents" section, you'll find important information such as safety guidelines, handbooks, the district calendar, grade tracking, lunch menus, and much more.
In the center of the website homepage, you'll find easy-to-use buttons for frequently accessed items, which are also available through the site menu. If you scroll further down, you'll come across our district Facebook live feed (perfect for those without a Facebook account), upcoming events, staff highlights, and video features.
Additionally, below we’ve linked our communication tips and a list of social media pages for various student groups. Keep an eye out for weekly and monthly reminders and newsletters from both the district and individual schools. Soon, the inaugural edition of our quarterly district newsletter, Pioneer Pride, will arrive in the mailboxes of all district residents.
District Website - https://www.gentrypioneers.com/
Communication Tips - https://bit.ly/3MMHOro
Social Media Links - https://bit.ly/3zjUQtm
Go Pioneers!
The Pioneer Reminder is here! You can access this and past editions at the link below. Don't forget to check the website for additional information. Go Pioneers! https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1He153_JAjnr4Z0LFSLm-Z38j9_h6qZ1l?usp=drive_link
Happy New Year! We hope that 2025 is the best yet!
Merry Christmas!
Go Pioneers!
The Pioneer Reminder is here! You can access this and past editions at the link below. Don't forget to check the website for additional information. Go Pioneers! https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1He153_JAjnr4Z0LFSLm-Z38j9_h6qZ1l?usp=drive_link
School is closed on Monday, December 23, 2024 through Friday, January 3, 2025. School will reopen at the regularly scheduled time on Monday, January 6, 2025. We wish everyoine a joyful and safe holiday season. Go Pioneers!
Winter break for Gentry Public Schools will begin on December 23, 2024, and run through January 3, 2025. Classes will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025. An email with holiday greetings has been sent to the community. We thank you for your continued support and wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
This week's teacher spotlight is Jason Burns. Mr. Burns is the music teacher at Gentry Primary School. He is really doing an increadilbe job in his first year in the Pioneer Family. We are so happy to have him. Thank you for all you do, Mr. Burns!
The holiday season presents many opportunities to practice real world math. Baking cookies together is one way to do that. We wish you a holiday season filled with experiences you will always cherish!
Check out the updated billboard! This will replace the current one on Highway 59. We will update it a few times throughout the year.
This is just a reminder that school will be closed for Winter Break on December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025. Classes will resume at the regular time on Monday, January 6, 2025.
Hello Pioneers! Check out the image or click the link below to view our "Board Meeting Recap" flyer from last nights board meeting!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SFJewsN6ydRhAIALNsEvltbGQFg0wLHw/view?usp=sharing
Go Pioneers!
Celebrating an Incredible Team and Their Historic Accomplishments
The 6th-Grade GYO Football Team was recongnized at tonight’s board meeting. Below are comments from Coach Randy Dozier:
"This group of kids is truly something special. They’ve made history as the first team in GYO Youth Football to win back-to-back league championships! Over the past two seasons, this team has achieved an impressive 14-2 record.
Before this season’s playoffs began, I shared with the parents how much I’ve genuinely enjoyed coaching this group. Many of these kids have been with me since kindergarten, and watching them grow as players—and as individuals—has been an incredible experience. What makes this team so unique is the unity they share. They’ve grown from being just teammates to becoming a family.
This success would not have been possible without the incredible support system behind them. The parents have been as much a part of this journey as the players, and their dedication has been invaluable. Our coaching staff has also been phenomenal:
• Coach Orlando Lopez (Defense)
• Coach Blake Godin (Offense)
• Coach Austin Parker and Coach Thomas Helt (Offensive and Defensive Lines)
Additionally, I’m grateful for the unwavering support from the school and community. Thank you to Coach Hester for providing access to the fantastic facilities we’ve used, and to Coach Clark and Coach Watson for their input and encouragement—and for cheering us on every week. Finally, a big thank you to the school board for recognizing and supporting this team’s achievements.
This journey has been an incredible team effort, and I couldn’t be prouder of what this group has accomplished together. Here’s to more great seasons ahead!"
We are proud of all the GYO teams this year. There was a Gentry team in every grade-level semi-final.
