Tohatchi Elementary had a poppin' field trip to Explora! The students explored hands-on exhibits, interactive displays, and tons of fun.
Thank you to the families that joined us! Science, creativity, and curiosity all come together in the best way.
about 11 hours ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Four children play with toys in a sensory table; a woman in a black shirt and a man in a green shirt watch.
Girl holding a plastic bubble wand, smiling, standing near a table and white walls.
People gather around a table with colorful objects. A woman holds a toy. A child sits on a chair.
Several children and adults sit around a table, engaging in play with water and colorful toys.
Young girl smiling, making peace sign, seated in a booth at a restaurant, with three adults nearby.
child holding bubble
GMCS Board of Education President Kevin Michell, Board Member Georgianna Desiderio, and Interim Superintendent Jvanna Hanks participated today in a panel discussion at the 2026 Statewide Diversity Summit at UNM–Gallup. The session, moderated by fellow Board Member Dr. Valory Wangler, was titled “Strengthening Culturally Responsive Education Through Local Partnerships.”
about 11 hours ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Five people stand in a room, smiling, with two chairs behind them and a table in front.
Four people sit at a table in a classroom. One person speaks into a microphone. Other people sit in chairs facing them.
Read this week's district newsletter. Reach out to the Public Relations Department with any stories, photos, or information you would like to see in the next newsletter.

https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/engage/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-april-17-2026
about 11 hours ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Two women stand next to a table with posters at an event. One reads "Ramah Middle School Innovators Excel at State Science and Engineering Fair."

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 12 hours 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.
Gallup and McKinley County are celebrating International Economic Development Week, May 4–12.
Looking for career opportunities or your next step?
Join the UNM-Gallup Job Fair on May 6 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Gurley Hall.
Connect with top employers, explore a wide range of job openings, and take part in on-the-spot interviews. This event also features industry networking and a keynote from the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions.
In observation of International Economic Development Week in Gallup and McKinley County, this event connects education, workforce, and industry along the Route 66 corridor.
Take the next step toward your future.
about 19 hours ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A flyer for the UNM-Gallup Job Fair shows two photos: people shaking hands and people working. Date: May 6, 2026. Time: 9:00AM-10:00PM. Location: UNM-Gallup Burley Hall.
UPDATE: DPAC Meeting rescheduled for Monday, April 20th at 5:30 at GMCS Student Support Center Boardroom. See Flyer for details.
2 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
People seated in a room attend a District Parent Advisory Committee meeting. It includes an agenda, meeting date, and location.
UPDATE: DPAC meeting moved to April 20th at 5:30 PM in GMCS Board Room. See flyer for details.
2 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A flyer for a meeting, with an agenda to update Title VI 2026-2027. The date is April 20, 2026.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of the amazing agencies who joined us for the CYFD Family Fun Fest! 🎉
We would like to extend special appreciation to the EDC Leadership Team & Staff, the College, Career, & Civic Readiness Team for providing supplies, and the wonderful Navajo Pine High School Administrative and Counseling Team for your energy and support. Your contributions truly helped make this event a success.
Your enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment to serving our families made the day truly memorable. It was incredible to see so many partners come together with a shared purpose—supporting our community through collaboration, connection, and care.
This event highlighted the importance of strong communication and partnerships in meeting the needs of those we serve. Your engagement helps build stronger support systems and creates lasting impact.
We are deeply grateful for your time, your presence, and the work you do every day. We look forward to continuing to grow and strengthen our partnerships together!
Thank you for being such an important part of our community! 💙
3 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Three people stand behind a table with a red cloth that says Gallup Fire Department. They wear uniforms. Behind them, a stone wall and parked cars are visible.
Person in blue shirt and hat standing behind a table. Sign reads "Sucker Pull" with a big candy bin. Green chair on the left.
A person stands at a table covered with a black cloth and a logo. Behind them, a colorful wheel sits on the table.
People stand under a blue canopy near a table with books and bags. The table is in front of a brick wall.
People under a tent with a banner. A table displays items, including bags and books.
A group of people stand around a green table under a canopy. A woman assists a child standing on the table.

Celebrating Our GMCS HOSA Champions!
Gallup-McKinley County Schools proudly congratulates students from McKinley Academy, Crownpoint High School, and Miyamura High School for their outstanding performance at the New Mexico HOSA State Leadership Conference, held in Albuquerque from April 9–11, 2026.
Students from our HOSA – Future Health Professionals chapters competed in a wide range of healthcare-related events, demonstrating their knowledge, technical skills, and leadership. Several students earned top placements and qualified to represent New Mexico at the 2026 HOSA International Leadership Conference, which will take place June 17–20, 2026 in Indianapolis.
Congratulations to all of our students and advisors for representing GMCS with excellence! Your dedication to learning and pursuing careers in healthcare reflects the strength of our School of Health pathways and the bright future of healthcare professionals in our communities.
We wish our national qualifiers the best of luck as they prepare to represent New Mexico at the HOSA International Leadership Conference this June in Indianapolis!

4 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
group of students from mckinley academy and their advisors at the HOSA conference
Group of young people dressed in suits and bow ties, posing together for a picture.
Students and advisors from miyamura high school

Due to weather across the district, GMCS buses will drop off and pick up students at the nearest paved or gravel road, Tuesday, April 14, 2026. . Please make sure to meet the bus at the nearest paved or gravel road to pick up or drop off your students.

4 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Please join us in congratulating Cooper Boyd on an incredible achievement! Cooper has been selected to serve on the New Mexico TSA State Officer Team as Reporter. In this role, he will represent not only McKinley Academy, but the entire TSA chapter across the state—an outstanding honor.
We are incredibly proud of Cooper and all he has accomplished. Way to represent McKinley Academy!
8 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
An individual stands with medals around their neck. Text reads "Cooper Boyd McKinley Academy 26-27 NM State Officer Team".
NAVAJO PINE HIGH SCHOOL
UPCOMING SENIOR MEETINGS
FLYER
8 days ago, Navajo Pine High School
An announcement poster for Navajo Pine High School's senior meetings in 2026. Dates and times for three events are listed.

May 4, 2026 Field Trip Navajo Pine High School , Nuclear Science Museum, Albuquerque NM

8 days ago, Navajo Pine High School
Event flyer for a field trip to the Nuclear Science Museum in Albuquerque. Activities include a Vacuum Chamber, Squishy Circuits, and 3Doodlers.

🎓✨ 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

8 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Cover design for Senior Edition 2025. It features a graduation cap, a map, and the year 2025.
🚀 Join Us for the GMCS Community Luncheon!
Gallup McKinley County Schools invites our business, community, and economic development partners to come together for a meaningful working lunch and school visit as we highlight how GMCS is building the workforce of the future.
📅 Tuesday, May 5th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 GMCS Student Support Center
640 Boardman Dr., Gallup, NM
As part of International Economic Development Week, this event connects education, workforce, and industry along the Route 66 corridor—helping strengthen our local economy and support student success.
✨ Why attend?
• Strengthen partnerships between education and industry
• Align programs with local workforce needs
• Support career pathways tied to Gallup’s economy
• Help shape the next generation of talent in our community
👉 We are currently seeking community and business partners to join us ahead of the May 5th event. Your involvement makes a difference!
📌 Register by May 1, 2026:
https://tinyurl.com/Register5May
📞 For more information, contact Kyndee Keeler at (505) 879-3901 or kkeeler@gmcs.org
Let’s work together to drive Gallup forward! 🌟
8 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Poster with title "GMCS Community Luncheon" and bullet points. The poster includes a QR code, a logo, and an image of people seated.
UPDATE: DPAC Meeting Scheduled for April 14th has moved from the Board Room at Student Support Center to the Sage Room in Cultural Ed also at Student Support Center located at 640 South Boardman in Gallup. See Flyer for Details.
10 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
People seated in chairs during a meeting. A sign reads "Gallup McKinley County Schools District Parent Advisory Committee Meeting" and "Tuesday, April 14, 2026 5:30 to 6:00 PM."

This week, students and their advisors from across Gallup-McKinley County Schools will travel to Albuquerque (April 9–11) to compete in the HOSA State Leadership Conference.
Our students will represent their schools and our district in a variety of healthcare and biomedical science competitions, demonstrating the knowledge, professionalism, and leadership that HOSA – Future Health Professionals promotes through its mission of preparing students for careers in the health professions. Through these competitive events, students apply what they have learned in their School of Health and biomedical science courses while strengthening the skills needed to succeed in healthcare careers.

Students representing GMCS come from:
• Crownpoint High School
• Miyamura High School
• McKinley Academy

We are incredibly proud of our students and advisors who continue to demonstrate the strength of Career & Technical Education (CTE) and the growing impact of our School of Health programs across the district.
To our competitors: Compete with confidence, support one another, and represent GMCS with pride.


Good luck to all of our HOSA participants!

10 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Advertisement for the 2026 State Leadership Conference, featuring a tent and logos with text including "Best of Luck to our GMCS Competitors & Advisors!"

Community Invitation: Miyamura High School School of Health Project Showcase

Miyamura High School proudly invites our community members, families, and district leaders to attend the School of Health Project Showcase, where our students will present projects that demonstrate how health science applies evidence, ethics, and prevention to improve individual and community well-being.
This exciting event highlights student learning focused on promoting wellness, preventing disease, and advancing public health through real-world applications of health science.
Location: Miyamura High School – Gym II
Date: May 7, 2026
Event Schedule:
• 12:30 – 1:00 PM: Judges, Parents, and Community Members
• 1:05 – 1:35 PM: School of Business
• 1:45 – 2:15 PM: School of Engineering
• 2:20 – 2:50 PM: School of Media
Come support our students as they showcase their learning, creativity, and commitment to improving health and wellbeing in our communities. Your presence encourages our students and celebrates the meaningful work happening within the School of Health program at Miyamura High School.
We look forward to seeing you there!

10 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A purple-themed poster shows three individuals, one in a white lab coat, one in a hijab, and one wearing a mask.

Due to weather across the district, GMCS buses will drop off and pick up students at the nearest paved or gravel road on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. . Please make sure to meet the bus at the nearest paved or gravel road to pick up or drop off your students.

11 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
This week, we proudly celebrate National Assistant Principal Week (April 6–10) and recognize the incredible leaders who help keep our schools strong, supportive, and successful every single day! 🎉
To our amazing assistant principals across Gallup-McKinley County Schools—thank you for your dedication, compassion, and tireless commitment to our students, staff, and community. Your leadership makes a difference in countless ways, from supporting academic success to fostering safe and positive learning environments.
We appreciate all that you do behind the scenes and on the front lines. Today and every day, we celebrate YOU! 💙📚
#AssistantPrincipalWeek #GMCS #ThankYou #EducationLeadership
12 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Poster for National Assistant Principals Week, April 6-10, 2026. Blue and green text on a multicolored background.