Important Notice: Road Closure Beginning January 5, 2026

Starting January 5, 2026, Rico Street will be closed for several weeks between Route 66 and Rollie Road due to city construction.

Please review the attached map for detour routes to Gallup High School and Chief Manuelito Middle School.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as the city completes these improvements.

5 months ago, Evonne Yazzie
Important Notice of Road Closure on Rico Street beginning Jan 5, 2026
Detour routes for Gallup High School and Chief Manuelito Middle School

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.
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
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.
See you at the Engineering Showcase next Tuesday, May 12th, starting 8:00 am.
14 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A poster shows civil engineering students at work, featuring a tiger and bridge models. Date: May 12, 2026, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Location: Gallup High School Commons.
There has been a time update for Gallup High's School of Engineering Showcase for next week. The showcase will be on May 12th from 8:00 am - 11:00 am.
14 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Chart displaying GMCS College, Career, & Civic Readiness school-level and district-wide showcase schedule.
Just a reminder to mark your calendars for the upcoming school-level and district-wide showcases. Our students have worked very hard on these showcases for their "Schools of", and we want them to be appreciated! Please make plans to stop by!
17 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A colorful poster with multiple categories for college and career readiness showcases in different colors.
🍎 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
18 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Poster with an illustration of a teacher helping a student at a desk. Text reads: "Teaching is a Work of Heart".
Our latest district newsletter is out!
https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/engage/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-may-1-2026
21 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A newsletter shows a collage of smiling administrators with flowers, celebrating Administrative Professionals Day.
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.
21 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A card with "School Principal Appreciation Day" written in black, surrounded by colored pencils, a ruler, and paperclips on a pink background.
🔥 Shoutout to our incredible welders at Gallup High School! 🔥
We are beyond proud of these talented students for representing not only Gallup High School, but all of Gallup-McKinley County Schools (GMCS) with excellence on the state and even national stage! From earning top honors at the SkillsUSA New Mexico State Competition to advancing to a nationwide welding competition, these students are showing what hard work, resilience, and hands-on learning can achieve. Even when faced with challenges during competition, they pushed through and still came out on top—proof of their determination and skill. Their accomplishments highlight the strength of both their school and the entire GMCS district, showcasing the opportunities available to students who are willing to learn, grow, and put in the effort.

Check out the GMCS Connect article!
23 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A magazine spread featuring GMCS welding students standing in a row. Background includes text and images of welding and competition details.
A magazine page features photos of students participating in science and technology events, including welding, scientific research, and competition.

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.

24 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
last day of school is june 10 2026
REMINDER: PARENT NIGHTS at McKinley Academy - April 22nd and 23rd!

Interested in attending McKinley Academy next school year? 🎓
Come learn what makes our program unique at our Parent Information Night on April 22 or April 23 from 5:30–6:30 PM in the UNM–Gallup SSTC Building, Room 200.
At McKinley Academy, students have the opportunity to:
Earn college credits while in high school through our partnership with UNM–Gallup
Experience a rigorous early college program that prepares them for university success
Learn in a smaller, supportive academic environment
Save time and money on college by getting a head start on coursework
Join us to learn about the program, tour the campus, meet our staff, and ask questions about how McKinley Academy can help students reach their academic and career goals.
We look forward to meeting you and sharing what McKinley Academy has to offer!
about 1 month ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Poster advertising McKinley Academy's Student/Parent Information Night on April 22nd and 23rd, 5:30-6:30pm at UNM Gallup SSTC Room 200.

Congratulations to our GMCS students who received their Seal of Bilingual Proficiency in Navajo today!
Let's congratulate:
Wright Sandoval of Tse' Yi' Gai High School
Jaysiah Arviso of Miyamura High School
Sterlen Henderson of Gallup High School
Darwin James of Miyamura High School
We celebrate your achievement and thank you for honoring your culture and community through your hard work.

about 1 month ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
one female, three male students holding award plaques for Navajo Seal of Bilingual Proficiency, all holding plaque in front of them, pendelton blankets are around the students
A young person stands before a backdrop of pink flowers, holding a framed award and wearing a colorful shawl.
Man in black jacket and blanket stands before floral backdrop, holding a framed certificate.
Person holding an award plaque in front of a wall decorated with purple and pink flowers.
A person stands before a wall with many pink flowers. They hold a framed certificate.

🎓✨ Class of 2026 Senior Edition – Photo Request! ✨🎓
Attention parents and guardians of our graduating seniors!
Each year, Gallup-McKinley County Schools creates a special Senior Edition magazine that is mailed to our graduates as a lasting keepsake. This edition features individual senior photos along with highlights from graduation.
📸 We need your help!
Please send in your student’s senior picture so they can be included in this special publication.
While we do receive some photos from school photographers, we would love to include as many submitted photos as possible so every senior is represented. Students without a submitted photo will still be listed, but we truly want to showcase each of our graduates.
📥 How to submit:
Send them to Public_Relations@gmcs.org. Don't forget to tell us your student's name and the school they attend. Please have your submissions in by MAY 8TH.

Let’s work together to make this a meaningful and memorable keepsake for the Class of 2026! 💙

Thank you for your support!

#ClassOf2026 #SeniorEdition #GMCS #SeniorMemories

about 1 month ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Cover design for Senior Edition 2025. It features a graduation cap, a map, and the year 2025.
Due to weather, buses will only pick up and drop off at the nearest paved road , Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
about 2 months ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
📣 Attention Senior Parents & Guardians!
Gallup High School Senior Picture Day is coming up!

📸 Senior Photos Date: April 14
🗓️ Deadline to book & pay deposit: April 10
💵 Deposit: $10 (paid online when booking)

All seniors must book a time slot and pay the deposit to take their senior photos. Use the link provided to secure your appointment:
https://www.kennethbrownphotography.com/2026-gallup-high-inschool-seniors

✔️ Only seniors with a confirmed session AND completed order form will be photographed.
✔️ Please ensure your student arrives nicely dressed.
✔️ Bring your full payment and order form on picture day.
✔️ If you paid online, your student must still bring the form with their pose selections.

Let’s help our seniors capture this special milestone!
about 2 months ago, Evonne Yazzie
A notice with instructions for senior parents/guardians about booking photo sessions, including a QR code.
A promotional poster for yearbook photos. It lists dates, pose choices, and background options. The background is white.
Document displays a table for senior photography packages and prices. Each package option includes details like number of poses, photo cards, and wallet-size prints.

The Film Prize Jr. competition is here! Watch and vote for these incredible student-created videos from:

Gallup High School

Find My Way – Gallup High School

Love and Rage – Gallup High School

Hiroshi Miyamura High School

The Mysterious Bottle – Hiroshi Miyamura High School

The Walk Home – Hiroshi Miyamura High School

Party of Four – Hiroshi Miyamura High School

Thoreau High School

Always There – Thoreau High School

Tohatchi High School

Ts’in Yadi – Tohatchi High School

Vote for your favorites now! -> Voting Form

Voting closes April 2nd. Let’s support our students’ creativity!

about 2 months ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Film Prize Jr. New Mexico campaign with schools listed. A clapperboard icon is centered below the text. The poster reads: "Vote Now! Film Prize Junior New Mexico Gallup HIgh School, Hiroshi Miyamura High School ,Thoreau High School, Tohatchi High School".

Good Luck, GMCS SkillsUSA Competitors!
Next week, students from across Gallup-McKinley County Schools will travel to Albuquerque, NM (March 18–21) to compete in the New Mexico SkillsUSA State Conference.
Even though the conference falls during Spring Break, our students and advisors have chosen to dedicate their time to represent their schools and showcase their technical skills, leadership, and professionalism on the state stage. We are incredibly proud of their commitment and hard work.

To all of our competitors and advisors—
compete with confidence, support one another, and represent GMCS with pride. You are already champions to us!
Good luck to all of our SkillsUSA chapters representing:
Gallup HS
Miyamura HS
Tohatchi HS
Crownpoint HS
Navajo Pine HS
Opportunity Career Center


Go GMCS! Bring home the gold!

2 months ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
"Best of luck to our GMCS Skills USA Competitors and Advisors! School logos shown: Hiroshi Miyamura Patriots, Tohatchi Cougars, Crownpoint Eagles, Navajo Pine Warriors, Gallup Central Wildcats, Gallup Bengals. State Leadership and Skills Connference SLSC march 18 through 21 2026 in albuquerque new mexico. Skills USA New Mexico Logo.
Interested in attending McKinley Academy next school year? 🎓
Come learn what makes our program unique at our Parent Information Night on April 22 or April 23 from 5:30–6:30 PM in the UNM–Gallup SSTC Building, Room 200.
At McKinley Academy, students have the opportunity to:
Earn college credits while in high school through our partnership with UNM–Gallup
Experience a rigorous early college program that prepares them for university success
Learn in a smaller, supportive academic environment
Save time and money on college by getting a head start on coursework
Join us to learn about the program, tour the campus, meet our staff, and ask questions about how McKinley Academy can help students reach their academic and career goals.
We look forward to meeting you and sharing what McKinley Academy has to offer!
2 months ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Black background with red accents. Text: McKinley Academy, Accelerating Futures. Information about Student/Parent Night on April 22nd and 23rd, 5:30-6:30pm, UNM Gallup, SST C Room 200.