🌊🔬 ORCA Day 2 at Gifford Middle! 🐯💛🖤
Our partners from ORCA are back on campus, guiding students as they learn to use water quality measuring devices. 💧📊
Our partners from ORCA are back on campus, guiding students as they learn to use water quality measuring devices. 💧📊
🍕💛🖤 A Huge Thank You to South Beach Pizzeria & GPAC! 🐯
We are so grateful to South Beach Pizzeria for generously donating 25 pizzas to feed our amazing Gifford Middle School teachers during the Open House Dinner.
👏 A special shoutout to our wonderful Gifford Parent Action Committee (GPAC) for organizing this delicious treat and making the evening extra special!
We are so grateful to South Beach Pizzeria for generously donating 25 pizzas to feed our amazing Gifford Middle School teachers during the Open House Dinner.
👏 A special shoutout to our wonderful Gifford Parent Action Committee (GPAC) for organizing this delicious treat and making the evening extra special!
🌊🐯 Learning with ORCA! 💛🖤
Today our environmental partner ORCA joined us on campus to help students learn and prepare for the upcoming “Day in the Life of the Lagoon” experience this October.
Hands-on science and real-world connections are helping our Tigers become future environmental leaders! 🌱🔬
Today our environmental partner ORCA joined us on campus to help students learn and prepare for the upcoming “Day in the Life of the Lagoon” experience this October.
Hands-on science and real-world connections are helping our Tigers become future environmental leaders! 🌱🔬
📚✨ Gifford Middle School Book Fair Reminder 🐯💛🖤
The materials available for purchase at the Book Fair are not selected by the School District of Indian River County.
We encourage parents and guardians to:
✅ Review your student’s wish list
✅ Discuss what items you approve before sending money for purchases.
You can preview many of the available books by visiting our Scholastic Book Fair Home Page:
🔗 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/giffordmiddleschool
Please note: Some books in the preview may be unavailable, and substitutes may appear at the fair.
Thank you for helping guide your student’s choices and supporting our school! 📖💛
The materials available for purchase at the Book Fair are not selected by the School District of Indian River County.
We encourage parents and guardians to:
✅ Review your student’s wish list
✅ Discuss what items you approve before sending money for purchases.
You can preview many of the available books by visiting our Scholastic Book Fair Home Page:
🔗 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/giffordmiddleschool
Please note: Some books in the preview may be unavailable, and substitutes may appear at the fair.
Thank you for helping guide your student’s choices and supporting our school! 📖💛
Remembering September 11, 2001
Today, we pause to remember the lives lost, the courage of first responders, and the resilience of a nation forever changed by the events of September 11, 2001.
In schools across our District, we take time to honor the significance of this day, ensuring our students understand the importance of unity, service, and compassion in the face of tragedy. As we reflect, we are reminded of the strength found in community and the enduring impact of coming together in support of one another.
We will never forget.
Today, we pause to remember the lives lost, the courage of first responders, and the resilience of a nation forever changed by the events of September 11, 2001.
In schools across our District, we take time to honor the significance of this day, ensuring our students understand the importance of unity, service, and compassion in the face of tragedy. As we reflect, we are reminded of the strength found in community and the enduring impact of coming together in support of one another.
We will never forget.
🎶🚗💦 Support the Gifford Middle School Band! 🐯💛🖤
Come on out to our Car Wash Fundraiser
📅 Saturday, September 13th
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 GMS Car Pickup Loop
Only $5 per vehicle – all proceeds go to support our amazing Gifford Middle School Band! 🎺🥁
Thank you for helping our Tigers shine! ✨
Come on out to our Car Wash Fundraiser
📅 Saturday, September 13th
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 GMS Car Pickup Loop
Only $5 per vehicle – all proceeds go to support our amazing Gifford Middle School Band! 🎺🥁
Thank you for helping our Tigers shine! ✨
Mr. Thimmer's Weekly Parent Update 9/7/25
📢 Gifford Middle Families – You’re Invited! 🐯💛🖤
Join us for our Annual Title I Meeting
📅 Tuesday, September 17th
⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 Gifford Middle School
✨ Immediately following, stay for Open House from 5:00–7:00 PM! Families will have the chance to:
✔️ Follow their student’s daily schedule
✔️ Meet each teacher
✔️ Learn about classroom curriculum and expectations
We look forward to seeing you there and working together for student success! 🙌
Join us for our Annual Title I Meeting
📅 Tuesday, September 17th
⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 Gifford Middle School
✨ Immediately following, stay for Open House from 5:00–7:00 PM! Families will have the chance to:
✔️ Follow their student’s daily schedule
✔️ Meet each teacher
✔️ Learn about classroom curriculum and expectations
We look forward to seeing you there and working together for student success! 🙌
🔬✨ Our Tigers are diving into hands-on science rotations using lab discs! Students are exploring their many applications through investigations and discovery. 🧪⚡
📢 Gifford Middle School Weekly Update from Mr. Thimmer!🐯
📸✨ Check out these awesome photos from Phases 1 & 2 of our Artifact Collection Tool Projects in Ms. Stephens’ Digital Discoveries class!
🏐⚽ Gifford Middle School Home Game Schedule 🐯💛🖤
Come out and cheer on our Volleyball and Soccer Tigers! All home games begin at 4:30 PM in the GMS gym or on the field.
📅 Schedule
September 10 – vs. Storm Grove
September 15 – vs. Sebastian Charter
October 8 – vs. Oslo
October 13 – vs. Sebastian Charter
October 15 – vs. Imagine
October 20 – vs. Sebastian Middle
👏 Let’s fill the stands and show our Tiger Pride!
Come out and cheer on our Volleyball and Soccer Tigers! All home games begin at 4:30 PM in the GMS gym or on the field.
📅 Schedule
September 10 – vs. Storm Grove
September 15 – vs. Sebastian Charter
October 8 – vs. Oslo
October 13 – vs. Sebastian Charter
October 15 – vs. Imagine
October 20 – vs. Sebastian Middle
👏 Let’s fill the stands and show our Tiger Pride!
🎉🐯 CONGRATULATIONS to the 2025 Gifford Middle School Volleyball & Soccer Teams! 🏐⚽
We are so proud of our Tigers who worked hard, showed dedication, and earned their place on this year’s teams. 💛🖤
👏 Let’s cheer them on for a great season ahead!
We are so proud of our Tigers who worked hard, showed dedication, and earned their place on this year’s teams. 💛🖤
👏 Let’s cheer them on for a great season ahead!
School teams came together at Engage to collaborate, connect, and create stronger teams ready to navigate the year ahead, together!
From building strategies to testing their teamwork with the sink or swim boat challenge, the day was filled with energy, laughter, and a shared vision for success.
Stronger teams. Deeper connections. A great start to an amazing year!
#MySDIRC #Engage2025 #TeamworkInAction #StrongerTogether
From building strategies to testing their teamwork with the sink or swim boat challenge, the day was filled with energy, laughter, and a shared vision for success.
Stronger teams. Deeper connections. A great start to an amazing year!
#MySDIRC #Engage2025 #TeamworkInAction #StrongerTogether
District leaders gathered at Northern Trust for a powerful retreat to reflect, align, and set sail for the 2025 school year. With collaboration at the helm and a clear course ahead, our leadership team is charting the way for innovation, equity, and excellence across every campus.
Anchored by purpose and driven by vision, we’re ready to navigate the journey ahead, together.
#MySDIRC #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork
Anchored by purpose and driven by vision, we’re ready to navigate the journey ahead, together.
#MySDIRC #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork
The ESE Department kicked off the upcoming school year with their annual RESET planning session, bringing together Principals, Assistant Principals, and Resource Specialists for a morning of collaboration and updates.
During RESET, the team shared important new policies and procedures, while engaging leaders in meaningful dialogue around best practices to support campuses across the district.
A huge thank you to our ESE team for leading our team and supporting all students.
#MySDIRC #BackToSchoolReady
During RESET, the team shared important new policies and procedures, while engaging leaders in meaningful dialogue around best practices to support campuses across the district.
A huge thank you to our ESE team for leading our team and supporting all students.
#MySDIRC #BackToSchoolReady
🎒 Waste Management Marks Ninth Year of Back-to-School Support for Kids! 🚌
For the ninth year in a row, Waste Management is giving back to the community by helping students head back to school with the supplies they need. Their continued support shows a strong commitment to education and the well-being of local families. 💚
📖 Read more about their amazing efforts:
👉 https://www.sebastiandaily.com/community/waste-management-marks-ninth-year-of-back-to-school-support-for-kids-82215/
#MySDIRC #SebastianFL #BackToSchool
For the ninth year in a row, Waste Management is giving back to the community by helping students head back to school with the supplies they need. Their continued support shows a strong commitment to education and the well-being of local families. 💚
📖 Read more about their amazing efforts:
👉 https://www.sebastiandaily.com/community/waste-management-marks-ninth-year-of-back-to-school-support-for-kids-82215/
#MySDIRC #SebastianFL #BackToSchool
Superintendent Dr. Moore and CFO Mr. Green traded their ties for tongs at this year’s Franks and Thanks cookout serving up delicious food and big smiles to our incredible district office team. We’re grateful for their leadership on and off the grill!
#MySDIRC is ready for a fantastic year full of learning, growth, and community.
#MySDIRC #DistrictPride #BackToSchoolReady
#MySDIRC is ready for a fantastic year full of learning, growth, and community.
#MySDIRC #DistrictPride #BackToSchoolReady
The School District of Indian River County is committed to empowering and engaging parents as active partners in their student’s education. We invite you to read an important letter from Florida’s Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas, which highlights key information and resources to support your child’s success.
Thank you for your continued partnership in helping all students maximize their full potential.
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Thank you for your continued partnership in helping all students maximize their full potential.
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🤝 Together, we’re transforming communication.
Families, staff, and community—we’re all in this together. Stay connected and informed with MySDIRC.
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#MySDIRC #StrongerTogether #CommunityFirst #PoweringTheA
Families, staff, and community—we’re all in this together. Stay connected and informed with MySDIRC.
📲 Join us by downloading MySDIRC now:
👉 Google Play: https://aptg.co/gdlVsx
👉 Apple Store: https://aptg.co/Dnh8k3
#MySDIRC #StrongerTogether #CommunityFirst #PoweringTheA
