Gallup-McKinley County Schools

Del Norte students got to launch their rockets to wrap up NASA Week!

29 minutes ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

A group of people seated in a circle on concrete, with a speaker in the middle. Background includes a field, trees, and buildings.

People sit or stand near a stop sign on the edge of a road. Trees and a fence are behind them.

People gathered outdoors, with some standing near a table, others walking. Trees, buildings, and a clear sky in the background.

Four people stand in a circle, one holding a microphone. Behind them, a group of children sit on the ground. A fire extinguisher, chair, and fence are visible.

People in uniforms stand in an outdoor area with a table, chairs, and trees in the background.

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Equity Council applications are now open. Scan the QR code to apply, or stop by the Student Support Center for a physical copy. Visit the link shown for more information. Help guide district decisions to better serve all students!

about 4 hours ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

Gallup-McKinley County Schools Equity Council Join to amplify community voice and shape an inclusive identity for student success. Scan the QR to apply 0H visit: https://www.gmcs.org/page/equity-council for more details Applications open until June 30th

Congratulations Gallup High School Class of 2026!!!

about 16 hours ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

Graduates in black and orange gowns, some with hats, raising arms, and tossing hats in the air.

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A woman in a cap and gown stands at a podium speaking into a microphone. Behind her, a seated woman in a blue blazer listens.

A woman with a graduation cap speaks into a microphone at a podium. People sit in bleachers.

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A line of graduates in academic regalia, some holding diplomas, stand outdoors with trees in the background.

A woman speaks at a podium with a microphone while another woman and a man listen.

A man in a graduation gown speaks into a microphone at an outdoor podium. Two others watch from behind.

Crowd gathered in an outdoor amphitheater with church in the background. People wear hats, sunglasses, and some hold beverages.

UNM - Gallup TRIO Upward Bound is excited to announce its 2026 Summer Enrichment Program: Rising Voices: Leadership, Advocacy & Change!

Priority Registration ends June 10, 2026
Students will engage in academic enrichment, leadership activities, wellness, guest speakers, college readiness, and more throughout the summer.
Open to students rising from 9th to 12th grade at Miyamura, Gallup, and Tohatchi High School.
Contact the TRIo Upward Bound office at 505.726.6335 or email: upwardboundgallup@unm.edu

1 day ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

TRIO UPWARD BOUND SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM RISING VOICES: Leadership, Advocacy & Change 7 Scholars Summer Enrichment June 11 - July 16, 2026 College Road Trip Student Showcase July 6-9* July 15 *date tentative What will be offered: • Fun & interactive enrichment classes. • Lunch & snacks provided daily. • Free exploratory field trips. • Summer scholar dollar scholarship. • Free summer schools supplies. • Free out of state college trip. Program eligibility: • Rising 9th - Rising 12th grade. • Attending Gallup High School, Tohatchi High School, or Miyamura High School during 2026-2027 academic year. • Potential first - generation to college student: • Neither parent/legal guardian has received a four-year bachelor's degree. • And/or meets income eligibility requirements based on taxable income and household size.

Family Academic Night at Lincoln Elementary, Thursday, May 28th From 5PM to 7PM! Enjoy Block Party, Family Games, Food and a Car Show! See Flyer for Details!

1 day ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

An event poster for Fan Night at Lincoln Elementary on May 28th from 5-7 PM. Includes Summer Reading Packets, a car show, food, and family games.

An old-fashioned poster advertises the Chihuahua Car Show and Community Block Party. Cars are parked, and people are walking. Food, games, and a block party are featured.

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.

1 day ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

THE THE STANDARD RESPONSE PROTOCOL & STANDARD REUNIFICATION METHOD Full-Day Train the Trainer Workshop An Advanced Introduction to the Standard Response Protocol and the Standard Reunification Method ABOUT THE STANDARD RESPONSE PROTOCOL AND STANDARD REUNIFICATION METHOD The Standard Response Protocol (SP) and Standard Reunification Method (SRM) are used for crisis response and post-crisis reunification in more than 50,000 schools, districts, departments, agencies, organizations and communities around the world. ABOUT THE SEMINAR The Full Day Train the Trainer Workshop introduces participants to the history, concepts and functionality of the SRP and SRM and how to train the programs internally. Participants will walk away from the workshop with a deep understanding of how the SRP provides a proven, action-based enhancement to all-hazards school safety planning. After learning about the five actions of the SRP, and their associated directives, participants will be able to implement the program and enhance the safety plans of their school district. Additionally, participants will gain an understanding of the proven methods for planning, practicing and achieving a successful reunification using the SRM. They will leave the workshop with the ability to organize a reunification team in their school/district and create an effective reunification plan. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Educators, Administrators, School and District Safety Teams, Campus Supervisors, Law Enforcement, Fire/EMS, Emergency Managers, Victim Advocates ilove u guys, FREE to attend. DETAILS 05/27/26 9:00am-3:00pm Gallup-McKinley County Schools Gallup-McKinley County Schools Board Room 640 Boardman Ave Gallup, NM 87301 CONTACT Darren Soland, School Safety Director (505) 469-2752 dsoland@gmcs.org ADDITIONAL MATERIALS K12 5000 THE TANDARD REUNIF CATION METHOD SRM V3 The Standard The Standard Response Protocol K12 Reunification Operational Method Operational Guidance Guidance Order on Amazon, or download at iloveuguys.org

Congratulations Crownpoint High School Class of 2026!!

1 day ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

Another day during NASA week for Del Norte Elementary! Today, scientist Brian Day, joined by the Gallup Fire Department Crew, led the rocket building activity. Students will have a chance to launch their own rockets tomorrow!

2 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

Several people wearing white hoodies gather around a wooden table with blue and silver objects.

A group of people seated around tables in a gym, with adults standing. A basketball hoop is mounted on the wall.

Fire safety training indoors with instructor and students. A large screen displays welding process. Participants seated around tables.

A student in a black jacket holds a blue dart in a classroom, with another student in a white shirt seated nearby.

People work on a small plane model on a wooden table, one person in glasses is holding a wire.

A woman speaks while standing in front of a screen showing a hand, with a man seated at a table.

Person in a black long-sleeve shirt using orange paper and a blue marker on a desk.

This week is NASA week at Del Norte Elementary. Today, students learned about the Solar System from a NASA scientist and got their hands on some of the oldest crater and meteorite pieces recorded from our Solar System.
6th graders learned how to code for the Robot Launch, where all grades came together to watch the programmed robots drive around the gym!

3 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

Classroom with projector; man in green shirt leads discussion. Students raise hands, seated in chairs.

A student seated at a desk in a classroom, working on a laptop. A small robot with four wheels is on the desk.

A boy in a blue shirt is looking at a clear glass object held by another person in front of him.

Small robots are on a floor marked with a moon's surface and red lines. People are standing around.

A woman speaks into a microphone in a classroom with several people seated in front of her.

Person in green hoodie with red pattern on back, holding a small object, seated in a hallway.

A person types on a laptop next to a robotic tank with wheels, positioned on a wooden table.

An elderly man in a green shirt speaks to a classroom of students, projected screen behind him.

A student sits at a desk with a laptop and a small robot. A red chair is nearby.

GMCS has established an Equity Council — a community advisory group that helps guide district decisions to better serve all students. Council applications are now open.
We encourage interested individuals to apply.

Equity Council Website and Application

4 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

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!

4 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

A group of children in various outfits walk in a line in a parking lot with mountains in the background.

Interior of a movie theater with children seated in black chairs, a metal barrier, and pink walls.

A food truck serves children, with two women in front. A woman hands out food. Children line up.

A woman and four children are in a room with balloons. The children are wearing white shirts.

Five women in professional attire standing before a blue and gold balloon arch. Banner behind them reads "National Blue Ribbon School" with an emblem.

A group of children sit on the floor, holding certificates. Some have long hair and are wearing various clothes.

Tohatchi Middle School recently held their Princess and Brave Pageant. We are proud to recognize 7th grader Ariah Vallo, who was crowned the 2025–2026 TOM Princess, and 6th grader Kaden Etsitty, who earned 1st Runner-Up honors.
We also celebrate our Brave representatives, Peyton Britton and Kayden Orillie.
Congratulations to all of our students, and best of luck as you represent your school and community!

6 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

Two women in traditional garb are interacting on a basketball court, with a person in a black and gold dress and a man behind them.

four students in traditional garb are seated in chairs in a gym

a student in traditional garment is kneeling down with a basket in the gyn

three students dressed in jeans and cowboy hats stand in a circle in the gym

students in traditional garb are in pairs waliking in a circle in the gym

two girls are in traditional garb. one is helping the other put a crown on

two girls in traditional outfits wrapped in blanket in a gym.

District Newsletter May 15Read our district newsletter!

7 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

Thank you, Gallup High School, for hosting your Schools of Showcases! We saw presentations based on Health, Engineering, and Media. Events like these highlight the talent, passion, and dedication of the next generation of professionals and leaders. We appreciate the opportunity to learn more about the amazing work happening within your programs. Well done!

7 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

Display board with sections titled "Introduction," "Modern Hospital Project," and "Conclusion." A small potted plant is present.

Display on a wooden table with text and images. A large poster shows people, animals, and a QR code.

A desk displays a laptop, headphones, a bag, and a small barn model. A poster in the background has text about an Animal Farm book review.

A whiteboard with a drawing of a virus, labeled "Virus Disease," attached to a wall.

A smiling woman in a floral dress stands beside a table displaying a poster and papers.

An open display board with printed text and images on a table. Text includes "Black Death" and "Modern Disease."

Three women in front of a poster with drawings and a traffic light on a table.

Congratulations to Red Rock Elementary teacher Reinalyn Ong for being the 2026 Golden Apple Foundation of New Mexico Excellence in Teaching Award Winner! This award reflects the excellence you bring to education every single day. Thank you for the impact you have made on your students and within our district.
You are truly an outstanding educator. Your students, colleagues, family, and district are extremely proud of you!

7 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

A person holds an orange booklet and an apple over a table with flower bouquets.

Three people stand in front of a blue bulletin board with posters. One holds a bouquet, one holds a box, and the other wears glasses.

The GMCS Board of Education held its meeting this evening at Twin Lakes Elementary School.
During the meeting, the Board had the pleasure of recognizing outstanding students from across the district for their achievements in College, Career, and Civic Readiness. Students were honored for their accomplishments in SkillsUSA (Gallup High, Miyamura High, and Gallup Central High), HOSA (Crownpoint High and Miyamura High), and Film Prize (Thoreau High).
Lauren Carviso of Tohatchi High School was also recognized for her achievements in Business Professionals of America (BPA). In addition, Navajo Nation Bilingual Seal recipients were honored for their academic excellence and commitment to bilingual proficiency.
GMCS congratulates all students recognized for their hard work and success.

8 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

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A group of adults stands together in a gymnasium, some holding awards, with a red curtain in the background.

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Nine adults stand in two rows in a room, possibly at an award ceremony. Most hold awards.

A group of people in a classroom, with one individual holding a trophy. The floor has a blue line.

A group of people, some holding awards, stand together in a room with a red curtain backdrop.

People stand in a row, holding trophies, in a room with red curtains, a banner, and a blue line on the floor.

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Group of individuals in a gymnasium, posing for a photo with awards; banners in the background.

Congratulations to Thoreau students who were awarded at the Academic Awards Ceremony last night! We appreciate your efforts and are proud to celebrate your academic achievements. Thank you for being positive examples in your school and throughout your community.

8 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

A young man and woman are shaking hands in a gymnasium. He holds a paper, and she wears a denim jacket.

Two women stand in a gymnasium. One wears a blue dress and denim jacket; the other in a blue dress with a sash.

Two people shake hands in a gymnasium. A crowd of people are seated on bleachers. An eagle is on the wall behind them.

A woman stands at a podium, holding a microphone, and speaking to a boy who is gesturing. Behind them, two other individuals are visible. Banners hang on the wall.

Two people shake hands in front of a table in a gymnasium. A banner reads Hawks.

What a spectacular job, Crownpoint High School! Crownpoint hosted its School of Health and School of Engineering showcases. We were truly amazed by the effort put in by students and staff for this event. This showcase was packed with colorful and imaginative presentations. Thank you, Crownpoint!

We will see you at the District Engineering Showcase on May 26th and the District Health Showcase on May 27th.

8 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

A display on a black table in a gymnasium with a poster, objects, and a book.

Today was the GMCS Food Truck Cook-off! Ramah, Tohatchi, and Miyamura students in the School of Business pathway served their dishes as part of their food-truck business project. Principals came together and voted for their favorite. The winner will be announced at the district business showcase on May 29th!

9 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

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A person in a black shirt, white apron, and gloves prepares food in a kitchen area.

Thank you, Thoreau High School, for hosting its School of Media Showcase! We loved the turnout of parents and community members who came to see these student projects. We appreciate students and staff for having such a lively event.

We will see you at the District Showcase on May 28th from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Student Support Center.

9 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools