Germantown
Municipal School District
GMSD News
![Spring Into Musical Season with GMSD]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737582376/gmsdk12org/i59dhkyomdvwcjxhh0de/Untitleddesign1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737582376/gmsdk12org/i59dhkyomdvwcjxhh0de/Untitleddesign1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737582376/gmsdk12org/i59dhkyomdvwcjxhh0de/Untitleddesign1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737582376/gmsdk12org/i59dhkyomdvwcjxhh0de/Untitleddesign1.png","width":1080}])
Get ready for a season of unforgettable performances as our students showcase their talent and passion. Save the dates and come support the arts in GMSD!
![Young musicians play their instruments on the football field, performing their halftime show.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737581458/gmsdk12org/kd0sysvzgfj3bum7rhja/88A549C8-1497-4DF2-844A-68E888E04010.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737581458/gmsdk12org/kd0sysvzgfj3bum7rhja/88A549C8-1497-4DF2-844A-68E888E04010.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737581458/gmsdk12org/kd0sysvzgfj3bum7rhja/88A549C8-1497-4DF2-844A-68E888E04010.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737581458/gmsdk12org/kd0sysvzgfj3bum7rhja/88A549C8-1497-4DF2-844A-68E888E04010.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1737581458/gmsdk12org/kd0sysvzgfj3bum7rhja/88A549C8-1497-4DF2-844A-68E888E04010.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1737581458/gmsdk12org/kd0sysvzgfj3bum7rhja/88A549C8-1497-4DF2-844A-68E888E04010.jpg","width":2200}])
Students from the Germantown Municipal School District demonstrated exceptional musical talent at the All-West Band competition, with students from middle and high schools earning top honors, including several achieving All-State eligibility and Principal Chair positions
![Young girl in high school band plays the flute on the football field.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737579704/gmsdk12org/y6r0qnhv6cy0cuesuqwf/15C9F398-F93C-4D92-9D12-EE7221A36A03.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737579704/gmsdk12org/y6r0qnhv6cy0cuesuqwf/15C9F398-F93C-4D92-9D12-EE7221A36A03.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737579704/gmsdk12org/y6r0qnhv6cy0cuesuqwf/15C9F398-F93C-4D92-9D12-EE7221A36A03.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737579704/gmsdk12org/y6r0qnhv6cy0cuesuqwf/15C9F398-F93C-4D92-9D12-EE7221A36A03.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1737579704/gmsdk12org/y6r0qnhv6cy0cuesuqwf/15C9F398-F93C-4D92-9D12-EE7221A36A03.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1737579704/gmsdk12org/y6r0qnhv6cy0cuesuqwf/15C9F398-F93C-4D92-9D12-EE7221A36A03.jpg","width":2200}])
![A graphic with the words "The Pulse Point PODCAST" is on the screen with an ECG scan in the background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737578231/gmsdk12org/lq2o9l3zaunl5epou6o9/ScreenShot2025-01-22at23647PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737578231/gmsdk12org/lq2o9l3zaunl5epou6o9/ScreenShot2025-01-22at23647PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737578231/gmsdk12org/lq2o9l3zaunl5epou6o9/ScreenShot2025-01-22at23647PM.png","width":602}])
GMSD employees can now prioritize their well-being with The Pulse Point, a podcast hosted by Andy Martin, offering quick, actionable fitness and wellness tips tailored for busy educators.
![Example template of GMSD Gratitude Gram]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737578809/gmsdk12org/vryi5sbq9jrksvm9jwxm/8ffc508192a8d1f8ef67d8817b9f10df.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737578809/gmsdk12org/vryi5sbq9jrksvm9jwxm/8ffc508192a8d1f8ef67d8817b9f10df.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737578809/gmsdk12org/vryi5sbq9jrksvm9jwxm/8ffc508192a8d1f8ef67d8817b9f10df.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737578809/gmsdk12org/vryi5sbq9jrksvm9jwxm/8ffc508192a8d1f8ef67d8817b9f10df.png","width":900}])
Take a moment to spread some appreciation and send a shoutout to your favorite GMSD staffers with four ready-made templates
![Help GMSD Find the Best Educators – Invite Them to Our Snapshots Career Fairs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737577692/gmsdk12org/uz8xpktyviuk5osumflh/DogwoodSnapshotsEvents2024-04.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737577692/gmsdk12org/uz8xpktyviuk5osumflh/DogwoodSnapshotsEvents2024-04.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737577692/gmsdk12org/uz8xpktyviuk5osumflh/DogwoodSnapshotsEvents2024-04.webp","width":800}])
GMSD is hosting personalized, school-specific career fairs called GMSD Snapshots to connect educators with its six schools.
![Young girl with blue shirt and short blonde hair looks at computer coding challenge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737577502/gmsdk12org/xmtnn1lmeuffct23t9sh/ScreenShot2025-01-22at22415PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737577502/gmsdk12org/xmtnn1lmeuffct23t9sh/ScreenShot2025-01-22at22415PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737577502/gmsdk12org/xmtnn1lmeuffct23t9sh/ScreenShot2025-01-22at22415PM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737577502/gmsdk12org/xmtnn1lmeuffct23t9sh/ScreenShot2025-01-22at22415PM.png","width":1055}])
Dogwood Elementary's Adelyn Winer achieved national recognition as the Supreme Wizard by winning first place in the CodeWizardsHQ Fall 2024 Logic Challenge, showcasing her exceptional critical thinking skills and determination.
![Six young students performing on a stage at a Memphis Grizzlies basketball game.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737576329/gmsdk12org/yicamnyv95mirqe6egvo/thumb-dd9417ade8da12c142fee9fb0ffc0d5e.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737576329/gmsdk12org/yicamnyv95mirqe6egvo/thumb-dd9417ade8da12c142fee9fb0ffc0d5e.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737576329/gmsdk12org/yicamnyv95mirqe6egvo/thumb-dd9417ade8da12c142fee9fb0ffc0d5e.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737576329/gmsdk12org/yicamnyv95mirqe6egvo/thumb-dd9417ade8da12c142fee9fb0ffc0d5e.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737576329/gmsdk12org/yicamnyv95mirqe6egvo/thumb-dd9417ade8da12c142fee9fb0ffc0d5e.jpg","width":1400}])
- Houston High School
- Houston Middle School
Three students from Germantown Municipal School District, Chloe Altomar, Alan Brenneman, and Luke Ehrhardt, performed at the Memphis Grizzlies game on January 9 as part of the School of Rock House Band.
![DorothyDayDonationDrive3 (PDF)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737561280/gmsdk12org/yi4xalib2ver5t4axdrs/DorothyDayDonationDrive3.pdf","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737561280/gmsdk12org/yi4xalib2ver5t4axdrs/DorothyDayDonationDrive3.pdf","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737561280/gmsdk12org/yi4xalib2ver5t4axdrs/DorothyDayDonationDrive3.pdf","width":612}])
January 2025 - Dogwood K-Kids help those with housing insecurity in the community through a school-wide effort.
![Three high school students dressed in character for the hit movie for Alice in the Wonderland]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737153192/gmsdk12org/scydwbakpwrajcwcg8ef/Alice-196.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737153192/gmsdk12org/scydwbakpwrajcwcg8ef/Alice-196.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737153192/gmsdk12org/scydwbakpwrajcwcg8ef/Alice-196.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737153192/gmsdk12org/scydwbakpwrajcwcg8ef/Alice-196.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1737153192/gmsdk12org/scydwbakpwrajcwcg8ef/Alice-196.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1737153192/gmsdk12org/scydwbakpwrajcwcg8ef/Alice-196.jpg","width":2200}])
- Fine Arts
![Two adults talking to a kid in a elementary classroom.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737152486/gmsdk12org/zei6mgafuixqgiu8kqrb/ROB04664.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737152486/gmsdk12org/zei6mgafuixqgiu8kqrb/ROB04664.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737152486/gmsdk12org/zei6mgafuixqgiu8kqrb/ROB04664.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737152486/gmsdk12org/zei6mgafuixqgiu8kqrb/ROB04664.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1737152486/gmsdk12org/zei6mgafuixqgiu8kqrb/ROB04664.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1737152486/gmsdk12org/zei6mgafuixqgiu8kqrb/ROB04664.jpg","width":2200}])
![A women sitting down with reading a small flyer.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737151647/gmsdk12org/gvvj2ari2x5d2frye1nk/thumb-10cfbf5abf9095375331e9f348dba887.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737151647/gmsdk12org/gvvj2ari2x5d2frye1nk/thumb-10cfbf5abf9095375331e9f348dba887.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737151647/gmsdk12org/gvvj2ari2x5d2frye1nk/thumb-10cfbf5abf9095375331e9f348dba887.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737151647/gmsdk12org/gvvj2ari2x5d2frye1nk/thumb-10cfbf5abf9095375331e9f348dba887.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737151647/gmsdk12org/gvvj2ari2x5d2frye1nk/thumb-10cfbf5abf9095375331e9f348dba887.png","width":1400}])
![Houston High Senior Accepted to Army, Navy, and Air Force Academies]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737146732/gmsdk12org/sg18ofeufglvakwz84j4/Screenshot2025-01-17at24453PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737146732/gmsdk12org/sg18ofeufglvakwz84j4/Screenshot2025-01-17at24453PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737146732/gmsdk12org/sg18ofeufglvakwz84j4/Screenshot2025-01-17at24453PM.png","width":609}])
![Josh Cathy poses with assistant principal Roya Perkins, spelling bee champion Eric Chu, runner up Baya Tran, and spelling bee organizers Linda Fredrick and Alexa Guynes in front of the stage where the bee took place.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737134482/gmsdk12org/zqyggufotbiqhgliqwq7/Webphotos3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737134482/gmsdk12org/zqyggufotbiqhgliqwq7/Webphotos3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737134482/gmsdk12org/zqyggufotbiqhgliqwq7/Webphotos3.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737134482/gmsdk12org/zqyggufotbiqhgliqwq7/Webphotos3.png","width":1080}])
January 2025 - Dogwood fifth graders took part in a competitive spelling bee to earn the title of Dogwood spelling champion.
![Let a Little Light In: HHS student Carter Yeargan debuts original stage play]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737048331/gmsdk12org/cnk4ievvogyd1r60gmwg/Untitleddesign-2025-01-16T112516558.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737048331/gmsdk12org/cnk4ievvogyd1r60gmwg/Untitleddesign-2025-01-16T112516558.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737048331/gmsdk12org/cnk4ievvogyd1r60gmwg/Untitleddesign-2025-01-16T112516558.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737048331/gmsdk12org/cnk4ievvogyd1r60gmwg/Untitleddesign-2025-01-16T112516558.png","width":1080}])
Houston High School senior Carter Yeargan is no stranger to the spotlight—or the hard work it takes to get there. This week, Carter’s original play, Let a Little Light In, premieres on January 25 at 2:30 and 7:00 PM and January 26 at 7:00 PM in the Houston High auditorium.
- Fine Arts