Parent-Teacher Conferences are October 26!
At Gallup-McKinley County Schools, we believe families play an important role in student success. Our student-led conferences give students an opportunity to take an active role in sharing their learning, accomplishments and goals with their families and teachers. Your involvement matters! Working together, students, families and educators can build the support and encouragement students need to thrive.
Contact your student’s school for conference details and scheduling information.
When we work together, our students go further!
At Gallup-McKinley County Schools, we believe families play an important role in student success. Our student-led conferences give students an opportunity to take an active role in sharing their learning, accomplishments and goals with their families and teachers. Your involvement matters! Working together, students, families and educators can build the support and encouragement students need to thrive.
Contact your student’s school for conference details and scheduling information.
When we work together, our students go further!
Good morning families and Happy October!
Please click the link below for the October newsletter. Have a great day!
https://aptg.co/BL3YHb
Please click the link below for the October newsletter. Have a great day!
https://aptg.co/BL3YHb
Parents! We are celebrating learning! We are hosting a student recognition assembly this Friday, 9/25/26 @ 12:45 pm to acknowledge the 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students who scored proficient or advanced on last year's state assessments in reading, math, and science. Congratulations students!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Student and staff photos will be taken at Indian Hills Elementary on 9/23/2026.
All students will be photographed.
You’ll receive a proof about 2 weeks later with instructions to order online.
Picture Day Specials:
Discounted packages are available only on Picture Day. Send the order form and payment with your student, or order online before Picture Day with the link below.
Want to view your student’s photo online first?
Sign up here for early access:
https://kenbrownorder.com/ordering/with?key=C9QS7VXC
Sibling Photos: Sibling photos will be taken before school only and we have special picture day packages for siblings. Please have your form filled out when you arrive. Parents need to bring students 30 minutes before school begins. No sibling photos will be taken during class time.
To view the flyer, click the link below.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UDptEU6Cbaia7KMMPiZan6L_lEN5EsQt?usp=drive_link
Student and staff photos will be taken at Indian Hills Elementary on 9/23/2026.
All students will be photographed.
You’ll receive a proof about 2 weeks later with instructions to order online.
Picture Day Specials:
Discounted packages are available only on Picture Day. Send the order form and payment with your student, or order online before Picture Day with the link below.
Want to view your student’s photo online first?
Sign up here for early access:
https://kenbrownorder.com/ordering/with?key=C9QS7VXC
Sibling Photos: Sibling photos will be taken before school only and we have special picture day packages for siblings. Please have your form filled out when you arrive. Parents need to bring students 30 minutes before school begins. No sibling photos will be taken during class time.
To view the flyer, click the link below.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UDptEU6Cbaia7KMMPiZan6L_lEN5EsQt?usp=drive_link
We are proud to celebrate Indian Hills Elementary for being recognized as a Spotlight School by the New Mexico Public Education Department based on the Spring 2026 Student Assessment results! This recognition reflects the dedication of Indian Hills students, teachers, staff, and families who continue to work together to support student growth and achievement. Student proficiencies and growth have improved, and GMCS is so proud!
Congratulations, Indian Hills!
Reminder: There is no school on Monday for Labor Day. Tuesday, 9/8/26, is “BE HERE DAY,” and our goal is 100% attendance! Please help your student arrive on time and ready to learn. Let’s have everyone HERE! Students get a special treat if they are in attendance! 🎉
Dear Families, Welcome to our school newsletter! Each edition will keep you informed about important updates and helpful reminders. Thank you for staying connected and partnering with us to support out students. Please click the link!
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Welcome back! Join us at our Open House August 4th!
Welcome Back to the New School Year!
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.
Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!
Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.
Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!
Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.
5-day meal kits will be handed out TODAY at the following locations:
Catherine A. Miller Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Chee Dodge Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Crownpoint Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
David Skeet Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Del Norte Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Indian Hills Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Jefferson Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lincoln Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Miyamura High School, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Navajo Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Ramah Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Stagecoach Elementary, 10:00 – 1:00 pm
Thoreau Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Tohatchi Middle, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Turpen Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cedar Hills Apartments - Wednesdays from 10:30 – 11:30 am
Hoogahn Hozho Apartments – Wednesdays from 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
Meal kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Catherine A. Miller Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Chee Dodge Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Crownpoint Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
David Skeet Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Del Norte Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Indian Hills Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Jefferson Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lincoln Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Miyamura High School, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Navajo Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Ramah Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Stagecoach Elementary, 10:00 – 1:00 pm
Thoreau Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Tohatchi Middle, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Turpen Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cedar Hills Apartments - Wednesdays from 10:30 – 11:30 am
Hoogahn Hozho Apartments – Wednesdays from 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
Meal kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Get a jump start on the upcoming school year by attending summer school!
Join us at the Student Support Center on May 27th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm for an engaging training workshop on the Standard Response Protocol and the Standard Reunification Method, hosted by The I Love U Guys Foundation.
Don't miss this opportunity—register now to enhance your school safety planning and response skills.
Don't miss this opportunity—register now to enhance your school safety planning and response skills.
Today, we celebrated Indian Hills Elementary for receiving the Blue Ribbon Award as a top-performing elementary school.
Students headed to the movie theater to watch a movie and enjoy popcorn, all in their matching t-shirts. They then had lunch from SFE. Afterward, students and teachers received certificates at the recognition ceremony.
Being recognized is a prestigious achievement. We are very proud of these students, teachers, staff, and family members who create an environment that promotes student success. Congratulations Indian Hills Elementary!
Students headed to the movie theater to watch a movie and enjoy popcorn, all in their matching t-shirts. They then had lunch from SFE. Afterward, students and teachers received certificates at the recognition ceremony.
Being recognized is a prestigious achievement. We are very proud of these students, teachers, staff, and family members who create an environment that promotes student success. Congratulations Indian Hills Elementary!
🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎
Gallup McKinley County Schools proudly celebrates our incredible teachers all week long! Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8, with Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 5.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of our hardworking, dedicated educators across the district. Your passion, commitment, and care make a lasting impact on our students and our community every single day. From inspiring curiosity in the classroom to supporting students beyond academics, your work does not go unnoticed.
You are mentors, role models, and champions for our students’ success—and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for your dedication, your resilience, and the difference you make in the lives of our students. ❤️
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #TeacherAppreciationDay #ThankATeacher #GMCSproud
Gallup McKinley County Schools proudly celebrates our incredible teachers all week long! Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8, with Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 5.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of our hardworking, dedicated educators across the district. Your passion, commitment, and care make a lasting impact on our students and our community every single day. From inspiring curiosity in the classroom to supporting students beyond academics, your work does not go unnoticed.
You are mentors, role models, and champions for our students’ success—and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for your dedication, your resilience, and the difference you make in the lives of our students. ❤️
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #TeacherAppreciationDay #ThankATeacher #GMCSproud
Our latest district newsletter is out!
https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/engage/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-may-1-2026
https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/engage/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-may-1-2026
Today we celebrate Principal Appreciation Day!
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to each of our principals across all 33 sites. Your leadership, hard work, and unwavering dedication make a lasting difference in the lives of our students, staff, and community every single day.
From supporting academic success to fostering positive school cultures, you are the driving force behind so much of what makes our schools thrive. We see the long hours, the tough decisions, and the commitment you bring and we are truly grateful.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to each of our principals across all 33 sites. Your leadership, hard work, and unwavering dedication make a lasting difference in the lives of our students, staff, and community every single day.
From supporting academic success to fostering positive school cultures, you are the driving force behind so much of what makes our schools thrive. We see the long hours, the tough decisions, and the commitment you bring and we are truly grateful.
Due to New Mexico State statutes and New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) requirements, Gallup‑McKinley County Schools (GMCS) students’ last day of school is June 10, 2026.
Due to weather, buses will only pick up and drop off at the nearest paved road , Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
March Newsletter
Heritage Language & Culture Social Studies Fair
Join us February 18–20, 2026 at Red Rock Park for our Heritage Language and Culture Social Studies Fair!
February 18, 2026
7th & 10th Grade (All Schools)
February 19, 2026
5th Grade
(Crownpoint, Twin Lakes, Navajo, David Skeet, Catherine Miller, Stagecoach, Del Norte, Jefferson)
February 20, 2026
5th Grade
(Thoreau, Tohatchi, Ramah, Chee Dodge, Lincoln, Tobe Turpen, Indian Hills, Red Rock)
This event is open to the public, and we encourage parents and community members to stop by and see all the fun and creative projects our students have been working so hard on. Come support our students and celebrate their amazing work!
Join us February 18–20, 2026 at Red Rock Park for our Heritage Language and Culture Social Studies Fair!
February 18, 2026
7th & 10th Grade (All Schools)
February 19, 2026
5th Grade
(Crownpoint, Twin Lakes, Navajo, David Skeet, Catherine Miller, Stagecoach, Del Norte, Jefferson)
February 20, 2026
5th Grade
(Thoreau, Tohatchi, Ramah, Chee Dodge, Lincoln, Tobe Turpen, Indian Hills, Red Rock)
This event is open to the public, and we encourage parents and community members to stop by and see all the fun and creative projects our students have been working so hard on. Come support our students and celebrate their amazing work!
