November 2023

December 14th - Band Winter Concert at 7:00 pm

December 19th - Choice and Orchestra Winter Concert at 7:00 pm

Students performing need to arrive by 6:15 pm

December 25th thru January 5th - Winter Break (No School)

Attention Garry families,

As you likely are aware, our school building is on the list of 2024 bond projects that will be decided by voters on February 13, 2024. Our communications team has put together a series of videos that outline each project, including Spokane Garry Middle School. We encourage you to watch below, and find the complete series at bit.ly/2024Bond.

Spokane Garry Modernization and Addition 

Thank you for taking time to learn about the 2024 bond.

Students at Garry are looking sharp! We believe that there are times in life where people need to dress their best. Those times happen at special events, dances, job interviews, work expectations, or showing your pride for being in a school sport or activity. Regardless of the reason, Garry students are definitely dressing their best during game days thanks to inspirational coaches and Garry Community Center staff who play a key role in collecting donations of dresses, business shirts, and ties. Let’s embrace the opportunity to “dress your best” and shine at school! Any student, not just athletes, may come to the GCC to shop for cool clothing. 😊

Thanks to staff members who have donated new hats, mittens, and gloves for The Winter Tree! These items will be given away to students through a drawing during lunchtime on Friday, December 22nd. Must be present to win so don’t miss the last day of school!!

My family is eager for winter break to rest and relax as well as enjoy Christmas with our family. One thing we will be doing, though, is catching up on any schoolwork that isn’t completed. I have a 7th grader here at Garry and he is not unlike his peers, so he is struggling to manage his classes, his homework, and still find time to do the things he enjoys doing. Often, he gets them out of order and finds the time for the things he enjoys first. How many of you can relate? This is a common problem for all students. I also have an 11th grader at Rogers who is still figuring out how to manage these same things. I do have a 6th  grader who doesn’t have a single zero in the gradebook, but she will still have some “brain work” over the break because It is important to keep kids in the habit of learning. Plus, her engagement during school was built on the habits she learned during free time.

Other than prioritizing doing 1 or 2 assignments a day for our students who have missing work, here are a few things that will keep our students thinking, doing math, and reading without it feeling like school. 

• Bake as a family. If you double or half a recipe, have your children do the math. 
• Have your child make up their own stories to share if they don’t like to read.  
• Play games. Board games are amazing for using our brains in a fun way. 
• Use Google Earth to explore places they are learning about in Social Studies. 
• Watch a documentary and talk about it after. 
• If you are interested in reading a little more about keeping children engaged in learning over a break, follow this link. 

From our Garry Family to yours, have a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, or Happy Kwanza!  

Devony Audet

Family Engagement Coordinator

DevonyA@SpokaneSchools.org

(509)354-5170

Miranda Adair

CIS Community in Schools

MirandaA@spokaneschools.org

354-5132

We’ve had a lot of fun in Raven Circle lately! In partnership with the Gonzaga GAME program, we took 12 students to a Gonzaga Women’s Basketball game and they loved it. The students danced and got on the big screen at the game and after, they met the entire women’s team. There will be other opportunities for activities like this during Raven Circle on Wednesdays after school.



As long as the weather and school schedules permit, we will be having Raven Circle the last week of school before break. If that changes, announcements will be sent out to parents and students.

If your student would like more information on Raven Circle, GAME, or other after-school enrichment they can come visit me in the GCC. Keep up the hard work Ravens!

Tori Schauer 

21st CCLC Student Support Coordinator 

125W 

December: Selflessness

Thinking about other people's needs and making sacrifices of time, energy, money, pride, or service to meet those needs.

January: Responsibility

Students of the Month

October - Respect

Students of the Month

November - Honesty

Our AVID elective students have been selected for Quarter 1!

The following students have been recognized for their attendance, grades, perseverance, and individual determination in the classroom and around Garry MS during the first quarter of school. Thank you for being such positive role models throughout Spokane Garry Middle School!

Mrs. Pascal’s 2nd period class:  7th grader Angelina Frantz

Mrs. Pascal’s 2nd  period class: 7th grader Landon Bowerman

Mrs. Sargent’s 1st period class: 8th grader Ayesha Sediqi

Mrs. Sargent’s 1st period class: 8th grader Charley Sams

7th Grade Girls Volleyball is Officially a Wrap!

Congratulations to the 7th grade student athletes for not only participating in our 7th grade volleyball program, but for finishing the program strong! Our JV and Varsity teams had a tough season, where we started on the road for our first three games. We got to end the season at home for another three games, which motivated the team to do even better. The Lady Ravens worked hard all season to learn, improve, and show their dedication to the sport. Jon Suzukawa and Mersi Sargent lead their teams with the help of their assistant coaches and managers. The JV team ended 4-1-1 and Varsity finished at an even 3-3 record. Garry is proud to have such amazing young ladies to represent them and are beyond proud of the work they did.



Great job 7th Grade Team!

Upcoming Winter Sports

• 7th Grade Boys Basketball - Starts January 8th
• 7th Grade Girls Basketball - Starts January 8th
• 8th Grade Boys Basketball - Starts February 12th
• 8th Grade Girls Basketball - Starts February 12th
• 7th & 8th Grade Wrestling - Starts February 12th

December Math Masters Download

Describe what you do at Spokane Garry Middle School and how long you’ve worked here.

I am the kitchen manager at Garry. This is my 6th year at Garry.

How do you like to spend your time when you’re not at work?

I love to go fishing with my son.

What are some pets you’ve had or would like to own?

I am a dog person. We currently have 3 dogs. I’ve always wanted a donkey.

What are your “trapped on a desert island” books or movies?

My book series would be The Dark Tower series by Stephen King and my movie choice would be The Godfather trilogy.

What is one of your hidden talents?

I like to paint. I tend to lean more towards Surrealism with my paintings.

The Lost and Found is located in the Student Office.

During the last week of each month the lost and found items will be put on display in the cafeteria for to students to look through.

Any items not claimed by the end of the week will be donated.

InvestED provides middle and high schools with funds to assist promising young people. Plus, they provide schools with tools to boost fundraising in local communities. Join nearly 700 secondary schools across Washington and partner with InvestED!

To learn more about InvestED click here.

Visit the Spokane Garry Facebook Page and the Spokane Garry YouTube Channel for more updates and information!