"Our mission is to challenge each student to reach his or her full potential through a quality education program. At Gloversville Middle School, all students will be given the opportunity to develop responsibility and to acquire knowledge and skills for lifelong success. Each student will be given the choices to build a strong self concept and learn to respect individual differences in an environment that is safe, orderly, positive, and student centered. By achieving this mission we will assist students in becoming productive citizens who value learning."

 Five Promises of GMS Students:

1. Pledge your loyal cooperation to students and faculty
2. Practice Courtesy
3. Aim for higher ideals
4. Obey the school rules
5. Serve your fellow citizens

Ways to help your teen:

 10 ways to help your child enter Middle School

10 ways to communicate with your teen

10 ways to help your teen make wise decisions

10 ways to help you teen manage time

10 ways to teach responsibility to your teen

10 ways to help your teen do well in school

10 ways to help your teen improve study skills

10 ways to help prepare your teen for tests

10 ways to motivate your teen to read

Eighth grade transitioning services

Transitioning out of middle school and into the high school represents a significant event in the lives of adolescents. The teachers, staff, administrators and counselors are on-hand to offer any help and guidance your child needs. Please don't hesitate to contact Miss Walag, 8th grade counselor, for any questions.

A list of the course offerings at the high school is available by clicking here. You may also find the GHS counseling page helpful.