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About Our Team
Kerry Heathwaite – Team Leader Hello! I am excited to be living, working, and raising my family in this community. I have my Masters in Social Work and have worked with students in all grade levels. I consider myself very fortunate to be working among such a professional faculty. kerhea1@gpsk12.org

English
Lukas Martin
(lukmar1@gpsk12.org)
Ariana Lal (arilal1@gpsk12.org)

Social Studies
John Cassidy –
I was born, bred, and buttered in Salem, MA! I have been working for the past 16 years at GMS as a History/Geography teacher. I am glad to be at the 8th Grade Academy and looking forward to working at GHS for the rest of my career! johcas1@gpsk12.org

Science
Angela Ruggeri –
I am a graduate of UMASS with a Bachelor of Science and Masters in Education. I have taught at the elementary, middle and high school levels. I am looking forward to an exciting and productive year. angrug1@gpsk12.org

Math
Robert Oakes
(roboak1@gpsk12.org)

We're a Team
Our team realizes that teaching your child is a privilege as well as a tremendous responsibility. We will do our best this year to make sure that each student has a motivating and positive learning experience. However, we can not do this alo (rne: we need your help. We all need to be partners in the learning process. We need each of you to encourage your child at home by helping ensure that they have completed their assignments and studied for exams. If a problem should arise or if you have any questions or concerns please call or email us. It is going to be an amazing year!


ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Arrival Time-
8th Grade Students will enter the building through the 8th Grade Academy doors until 7:45.  At 7:45, students are late and need to report to the Main Office to get a late pass.

Absences-
Please report all absences to Mr. Fortin in the Main Office at 772-1350 ext 100. 

Our Phone Number-
The 8th Grade Academy has a direct phone line.  If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at 772-1401.  We are looking forward to working with you!

Teachers are here to help!

Home-School Communication –
All 8th Grade Students received a homework folder.  On one side of the folder is work “To Be Completed” and his/her agenda sheet for the week.  The other side is school work that has been “Completed”.  Students should expect to receive homework from each teacher M – Th. 

Power School for Parents: http://powerschool.gpsk12.org


Memories 2011


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Newsletters
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October 2011 News
October 2011
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8th grade newslestter
September, 2010
Welcome Back!
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May Newsletter
April-May 2010 Newsletter
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8th Grade Academy Winter 2010 Newsletter
Winter, 12/15-3/31/10 Newsletter
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8th Grade Newletter 12/09
12/09 Newsletter
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