Dear Families,

Welcome back! I hope you and your family enjoyed a restful and joyful winter break. It has been great to see our students return to campus ready to learn and reconnect.

I also want to take a moment to thank everyone for their patience and flexibility during our recent snow days. Weather disruptions can be challenging, and I truly appreciate the understanding and support shown by our families, staff, and students as we navigated these unexpected changes together. Your cooperation makes a meaningful difference in keeping our school community strong.

As we move forward, academic testing will continue in the coming weeks. We ask for your partnership in helping your student feel confident and prepared by ensuring they get plenty of rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive at school ready to do their best. Together, we can create a positive and supportive testing experience for all students.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our school community. We look forward to a successful and productive season ahead.

Sincerely,
Luis Posada
Principal

Mil Gracias

Actions Taken:

Automated text (in English and Spanish) letting parents know the student is absent and to please call.  Include that students will be withdrawn once students reach 10 total absences. 

Texts will be tracked in the Infinite Campus Contact Log.

Actions Taken:

The Attendance clerk/secretary calls to find out if there are extenuating circumstances to schedule an in-person or over the phone/Zoom meeting with a FACE coordinator or Social Worker to conduct the Listening Interview. 

If needed, the Social Worker will schedule a meeting to create a plan of support to improve attendance. 

A Dated Letter of Concern will be sent via IC, reminding parents of the policy and letting them know that students will be dropped if they reach 10 absences.

Actions Taken:

When a student reaches 8 absences, the FACE coordinator or Social Worker will give the parent a courtesy call to alert them that students will be withdrawn from school if they reach the 10 absences in a semester. Offer additional support.

Students will be withdrawn after 10 cumulative days unless extenuating circumstances have been communicated to the school. After a student is withdrawn, they will have 5 days for records to be requested. If records are not requested, the school may need to make a report.

A withdrawal letter will be sent to parents via certified mail and uploaded in Infinite Campus.

Students who are dismissed/unenrolled during the final semester of the academic school year will lose their enrollment spot for the following school year.

*For High School Students: The student will not receive credit for any courses in which  they have more than 10 absences in a semester or less than 90% total attendance

Parents may appeal the decision if they have new documentation that may be relevant in reversing this decision. (Appeal Form)

👕 Students must be in uniform: navy blue, red, or white shirts with khaki or black pants.

🕗 School starts at 8:30 AM – don’t be late!

📱 Stay connected! Make sure you’re signed up for Talking Points and Infinite Campus.

Early Release Days

  February 25th, March 12th, April 22nd, and May 13th.

PD Days

February 13th and April 3rd

Please take a moment to carefully review our AMI/Virtual Learning expectations for snow days. Assignments will be posted in Google Classroom by 9:00 AM and must be completed for attendance. Students will work independently for up to two hours. Teachers will be available to meet with students 1 to 1. Students may email their teacher to set up the meeting. 

Thank you for your partnership—reach out if you have any questions as we work together to support student learning, even on snowy days!

Our PTO brings together parents, teachers, and staff to support our students and school community. We organize events, fundraisers, and volunteer opportunities that enrich student learning and strengthen school spirit. Everyone is welcome to join and make a positive impact at GCMS!

Looking for a fun and safe place for your kids after school? The Guadalupe Centers Rec Center offers tutoring, activities, snacks, recreation, and more! Drop-in hours are Monday–Friday, 3–6 PM.

Have questions? Call 816-876-4992.
A great space for students to learn, grow, and thrive!

Haircut Discounts Extended for the 2026 School Year! 

We’re happy to share that discounted haircut pricing and extended service days will continue for the rest of the 2026 school year!

Special Rates

K–8th grade students: $15

High school students & staff: $20

Business Hours

Thursday: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Details & Address are included in the flyer—be sure to ask for Micah Kelley when you arrive!

Take advantage of these convenient, affordable haircuts all year long. 

We’re excited to share that all students who have been, or will be, selected as Student of the Month this school year will receive a T-shirt to celebrate their achievement!

Students may wear their Student of the Month T-shirt on Fridays to show their school pride. Thank you for your continued support in recognizing our students’ hard work and accomplishments!

Spotlight on Student Coding!

We want to share some amazing coding projects from our students! In Coding class with Mrs. Ahmad, students have been creating super fun games, and their creativity and hard work are truly impressive.

A special highlight goes to Dylan S. — not only did he complete his game, but he added both an 'Easy' and a 'Hard' mode. The hard mode is definitely a challenge! Dylan used all the coding skills we’ve learned so far to make his game even more exciting.

Check it out and try it for yourself.

We’re so proud of Dylan and all of our students for their dedication and creativity!

Collaboration in Action!
Our dedicated teachers and staff are engaged in PLC meetings, working together to share ideas and strategies that enhance learning for all of our students.

Celebrating a New Arrival! 
We’re over the moon to celebrate the upcoming arrival of Mrs. Pistole’s little one with a fun space-themed baby sprinkle! From stars to rockets, the celebration was out of this world as we showered her with love, support, and well-wishes for this exciting new chapter.

During Fall Break, 7th grade students were offered an optional Math Activity designed to strengthen foundational math skills, build confidence, and address learning gaps. We are excited to celebrate the students who took advantage of this opportunity and worked hard to reinforce their math learning—great job! 

Students have now received their Optional Winter Activity, which will provide another chance to continue strengthening math skills and close even more learning gaps. We are proud of our students’ commitment to growth and learning!

Mr. Seibold’s Class – Weekly Learning Focus

This week in Mr. Seibold’s class, students are exploring what makes each of us one-of-a-kind! We are learning how to represent ourselves with confidence, respect, and responsibility. As the week continues, we will celebrate everyone’s individuality and discover how powerful teamwork can be when we bring our strengths together.

Our Pokémon Unite team won their inaugural game—GOOOO AZTECS!!!

Yes, Esports is a real sport! Our students compete in an official league (MOSEF), practice after school, proudly wear their snazzy jerseys, and participate in organized competitions. This exciting win marks a huge milestone for our Esports program, and we couldn’t have done it without the support of Holmes and Posada. Thank you for helping bring this incredible opportunity to life for our students!

Anyone will be able to stream matches from the comfort of your desk, coach, table, et cetera on the YouTube Channel: 

Destacado en las Noticias: Nuestro Maestro de ELD

Nos enorgullece compartir que Christopher Leavens, maestro de ELD en Guadalupe Centers Middle School, fue recientemente destacado en KCTV-5 en un reportaje titulado “How a Kansas City middle school teacher has built a culture of reading.”

El artículo resalta el impacto positivo de su trabajo y cómo ha fomentado una sólida cultura de lectura entre nuestros estudiantes. Su dedicación continúa inspirando a nuestra comunidad escolar y promoviendo el amor por la lectura.

Student of the Month – December

We are proud to recognize our December Students of the Month for their outstanding effort, positive attitudes, and commitment to excellence. Throughout the month, these students consistently demonstrated responsibility, leadership, and a strong dedication to their learning and school community.

Congratulations to our December honorees:
Mario, Jasmine, Jaloani, Alonso, Aldo, Ana, Freddy, Aranza, and Gaby.

Each of these students has set a wonderful example for their peers through hard work, perseverance, and kindness. We are very proud of their accomplishments and look forward to seeing their continued success.

Please join us in celebrating our December Students of the Month!

Staff Birthdays & Half-Birthdays – January & July

We are excited to recognize and celebrate our wonderful staff members this month, along with those celebrating their half-birthdays in July.

January Birthdays

Mrs. Perez

Nurse Alanna

Mrs. Ginn

Mrs. Shiffelbein

July Half-Birthdays

Mrs. Pistole

Ms. Vaughan

Mr. Seibold

Mrs. Lowstetter

Mrs. Duff

Thank you all for the dedication, care, and positivity you bring to our school community every day. We wish each of you a joyful celebration!

Mrs. Pistole

Mrs. Perez

Mrs. Lowstetter

Ms. Vaughan

Nurse Alanna

Mrs. Schiffelbein

Celebrating Our Readers!

Students who read over 3 hours during winter break were treated to a movie party with popcorn, sweets, and fun.

A special thank you to AMC at Town Center Plaza for generously providing a popcorn bucket to every participating student. Your support made this celebration extra special!

Testing Season Is Coming Up!

We’ll be sharing testing tips with our students to help them feel confident and prepared. Simple things like getting a good night’s sleep, eating a healthy breakfast, arriving on time, and staying calm can make a big difference! 

Thank you for partnering with us to support our students as they show what they know. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help! 

Creativity in STEM

While we have been at home these past few days due to the snow and cold weather, we would like to take a moment to share what our STEM students were working on before the winter conditions arrived. The photos highlight the hands-on learning, collaboration, and enthusiasm our students bring to the classroom each day. It is always exciting to see students engaged, curious, and having fun while learning.

STATE BOUND! EXCITING ESPORTS NEWS 

We’re thrilled to announce that our inaugural Esports teams have qualified for State competition!

Pokémon Unite is currently ranked 2nd in the league and will compete in the State Championship on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The championship will be streamed on the League’s official channels: https://www.youtube.com/@moseforg OR https://www.twitch.tv/moseforg

In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Time Trials, two students qualified for States: Santiago V. (7th grade) and Jesus Rosas (6th grade). Due to snow days, the State competition will run February 2–7, with students submitting times for three tracks (Feb. 2–5) and a tiebreaker track on Feb. 6 or 7 if needed.

Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, Guadalupe Gaming GCMS:
https://www.youtube.com/@GuadalupeGamingGCMS

Note: State competitions will be streamed on the League’s YouTube and/or Twitch channels.

January 7 Game Highlights 

Both our Boys and Girls Basketball teams had a great showing against Frontier School of Innovation. The Girls Basketball Team earned an exciting win, while the boys competed with strong effort and teamwork.

Our cheerleaders brought amazing energy and school spirit throughout the game. We’re proud of all our student-athletes!
Go Aztecs!

1/31: GCMS vs. Lafayette @ 11am 

2/2: KC Metro First Round

2/4: Second Round TBD

2/7: Final Four/Championship TBD

1/31: GCMS vs. Lafayette @ 12pm

2/2: KC Metro First Round

2/4: Second Round TBD

2/7: Final Four/Championship TBD

We’re excited for all that’s ahead this school year. Thank you for being a part of our school community. Don’t forget to follow us on our Facebook page and check our website for updates!