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McKinley Academy is now accepting applications for Spring 2027!

We are looking for current 9th–11th grade students who are ready to take their high school experience to the next level through our early college program.

Application Deadline: November 20

All application paperwork must be completed and the Accuplacer must be passed by December 4 to be considered for admission.
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, earn college credit, and become part of the McKinley Academy community, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and start your next chapter at McKinley Academy! McKinley Academy New Student Application for Enrollment – Fill out form. Call us at 505-721-4200 with questions.
about 1 hour ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Advertisement for McKinley Academy's Spring 2027 applications. Features logo, contact information, deadlines, and a QR code.
Document displays McKinley Academy's new student application process for 9th-12th grades. Sections include requirements, procedures, and a contact number.
Due to inclement weather forecast this week, GMCS will only pick up/drop off students on gravel roads where conditions require it.
about 4 hours ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'July'.

July is a summer month filled with sunshine, fun, and time to make memories! What was your favorite memory of this past July?

about 7 hours ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Word of the day displayed on a white background with green and red stripes. July in English and its pronunciation. July in Navajo and its pronunciation. Julio in Spanish and its pronunciation.
On September 17th, the School Board held a first reading of proposed dress code changes — built directly from what students, parents, and our community told us in the Spring 2026 surveys.

Read the full proposal at https://www.gmcs.org/page/boe-policies-and-regulations-public-input

Your voice shaped this, and it can shape what comes next: share feedback at policyreview@gmcs.org by Friday, October 2, 2026.

The Board's second reading and final vote is Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the Regular Board Meeting — all are welcome to attend. 
3 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

GMCS Word of the Day! Todays word is 'My mother'.

Today’s challenge: Take a moment to thank your shimá or a special person who has cared for and supported you.

3 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
White background displays a word of the day graphic. English, Navajo, and Spanish translations of "my mother" with pronunciation guides.
Save the Date! Our District College, Career, and Job Fair for Fall 2026 is on November 17th! Now is the perfect time to register. Showcase your programs and connect with students! Contact anyone in our CCCR Department for more details!
4 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
An event poster for the Fall 2026 District College, Career, and Job Fair. It mentions two sessions with times, a location, and contact information.

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Different'.

Different means not the same as someone or something else. Being different is what makes each of us unique!

4 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Words 'Different' and 'Distinct' displayed with pronunciation, translations in Navajo, Spanish. Background: white, top and bottom borders yellow-green.
Congratulations again to Miss Reinalyn May Ong from Red Rock Elementary for being a Golden Apple Award Winner!
5 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Woman in a brown dress holding a golden trophy in her hands, smiling and looking at the camera.
A golden apple trophy rests on a wooden base with a plaque inscribed "2005 Golden Apple Fellow, Kinshay May Orr, Rd. Kich Elementary School".
Five women stand in front of a white backdrop with logos. They hold awards. Three wear boots and two wear sandals.

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Hello'.

Be friendly and say Yá'át'ééh to someone to brighten up their day!

5 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Display of "Word of the Day" for Hello, showing translations in English, Navajo, and Spanish.

All GMCS guardians have received an invitation to our new two-way communication platform, Rooms! Check your text messages or email for your invitation.
Getting started is easy: Use the link in your invitation or open the GMCS App and select “Rooms.”
The first time you sign in, use the email address or phone number that received your invitation. You’ll receive a sign-in code and then be connected to Rooms. Any guardian can log in with their phone number or email, create a password, and access the platform that way. They just need to log in to Thrillshare.com.

Once connected, families can:
• Stay up to date on class announcements, updates, and information
• Read and reply to messages from teachers and school staff
• Ask questions and send messages directly
• Keep track of information for each of their child’s classes — all in one place!
As we continue rolling out this new platform across our schools, teachers are putting the finishing touches on their ‘Rooms’. Be sure to check back regularly as more ‘Rooms’ become available, with full classroom communication coming together soon.

The GMCS App is highly recommended for the easiest and fullest experience, giving families a convenient way to access Rooms and stay connected wherever they are. DON'T FORGET: type in "Gallup-McKinley County Schools" in your app store to find it. Don’t have the app? Rooms can also be accessed through Thrillshare on any internet browser. We're excited for you to discover a simpler, more convenient way to stay connected to your child’s classroom and school community. For Family Resources, click the following link: https://info.apptegy.com/for-parents-and-guardians

6 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A mobile phone displays a communication app. Text and icons are visible on the phone screen.
A pink background displays the "Quick Start Guide for Families" with icons and text about logging in, setting notifications, and getting started.

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Hot/Warm'.

Hot like spicy peppers! Warm like a cozy blanket!

6 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A white background displays "Word of the Day" with "Hot/Warm" in bold. Below are translations in English, Navajo, and Spanish.
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Eat'.

Example: “I eat breakfast before heading to school, so I have energy to learn!”
7 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A page displays a "Word of the Day" section with three languages. English: Eat, pronounced as "eet". Navajo: Dine Bizaad, yiya, pronounced "yih-yahn". Spanish: Comer, pronounced "koh-mehr".
10 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Newsletter header with logo, date, and "Today's Word of the Day is: Man" in bold. Word "Man" displayed in multiple languages.
On September 17th, the School Board held a first reading of proposed dress code changes — built directly from what students, parents, and our community told us in the Spring 2026 surveys.

Read the full proposal at https://aptg.co/kyNc23.

Your voice shaped this, and it can shape what comes next: share feedback at policyreview@gmcs.org by Friday, October 2, 2026.

The Board's second reading and final vote is Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the Regular Board Meeting — all are welcome to attend.
10 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools

GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Man'.

Example: "El hombre es un buen maestro y ayuda a sus estudiantes." The man is a good teacher and helps his students.

Man, our school district is the best.

10 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
"Word of the Day" text with "Man" displayed prominently. English, Navajo, and Spanish translations shown.

Our GMCS Educational Development Center is hosting a Family Engagement Event on October 28th, from 5:30-7:00 pm.

Register now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=TQV5jW7XUkGi_c4uobYhr03cMU_iaadCqUErs6duFaRURVJMUjdRVkpMTzI4VUJBN0VUTUpHR0RFNy4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl

11 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A poster invites families to a Family Engagement Event on Autism and Behavior Support at Home. It includes a QR code, a family icon, and other icons.
GMCS parents and guardians! You will soon receive an invitation to your student's school's new official communication tool. Get ahead of the curve and download the Gallup-McKinley County Schools app. This will be your easy-access place for this upcoming communication and other important information from your child’s school.

Search “Gallup-McKinley County Schools" in your device’s app store and download it today.
11 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Three mobile phones display a school app with sections like messages, events, documents, and notifications.
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'Dog'.

Dog (noun) — A four-legged animal that can be a loyal friend and loving companion. Try using 'perro' in a sentence today! Let's continue celebrating our languages.
11 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
A page displaying the word "Dog" in English, Navajo, and Spanish with pronunciation guides.

Due to weather across the district, GMCS buses will drop off and pick up students at the nearest paved or gravel road. on Thursday, September 17th. Please make sure to meet the bus at the nearest paved or gravel road to pick up or drop off your students.

12 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
GMCS Word of the Day! Today's word is 'White'.

Can you use łigaii in a sentence?
12 days ago, Gallup McKinley County Schools
Brightly colored page displaying "Word of the Day: White" in bold letters with translation in English, Navajo, and Spanish.