David Skeet Families, Volleyball season is here! We will begin 5th and 6th Grade Volleyball practice on Monday, August 17. Practice is weekly Monday-Thursday from 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM. Please see our flyer for more information. Physicals are required to attend practice. You may pick-up a physical at the front office. Volleyball parent meeting is Wednesday, August 19 at 4:30 PM, after practice. Please call 505-721-1700 for more information.
Welcome Back to the New School Year!
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.
Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!
Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.
Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!
Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.
David Skeet Families, attached is our 2026-2027 School Year dress code. Please review before the first day of school, August 5.
As a friendly reminder, Open House is Tuesday, August 4 from 5-6 PM in the David Skeet Gym. Come meet the admin team and staff! Grab some food and drinks. See you there!
As a friendly reminder, Open House is Tuesday, August 4 from 5-6 PM in the David Skeet Gym. Come meet the admin team and staff! Grab some food and drinks. See you there!
David Skeet Families, we are hosting "Back to School Open House" on Tuesday, August 4. The Open House is from 5-6 PM. Come meet the Admin Team and Teachers. As we have made changes, this will be a great time to meet the staff, find your child's classroom before school starts, and ask questions. Enter through the gym doors.
Lastly, the first day of school is August 5. Student drop-offs begin at 7:30 AM (Monday-Thursday) and 7:15 AM (Friday). Students will start with morning recess everyday. Dismissal is 2:50 (Monday-Thursday) and 1:30 PM (Friday).
Questions, call 505-721-1700. Let's have a great start to the school year!
Lastly, the first day of school is August 5. Student drop-offs begin at 7:30 AM (Monday-Thursday) and 7:15 AM (Friday). Students will start with morning recess everyday. Dismissal is 2:50 (Monday-Thursday) and 1:30 PM (Friday).
Questions, call 505-721-1700. Let's have a great start to the school year!
We're hiring at David Skeets Elementary! Visit www.gmcs.org, click our Career Opportunities tab, and apply today!
5-day meal kits will be handed out TODAY at the following locations:
Catherine A. Miller Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Chee Dodge Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Crownpoint Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
David Skeet Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Del Norte Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Indian Hills Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Jefferson Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lincoln Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Miyamura High School, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Navajo Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Ramah Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Stagecoach Elementary, 10:00 – 1:00 pm
Thoreau Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Tohatchi Middle, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Turpen Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cedar Hills Apartments - Wednesdays from 10:30 – 11:30 am
Hoogahn Hozho Apartments – Wednesdays from 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
Meal kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Catherine A. Miller Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Chee Dodge Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Crownpoint Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
David Skeet Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Del Norte Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Indian Hills Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Jefferson Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lincoln Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Miyamura High School, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Navajo Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Ramah Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Stagecoach Elementary, 10:00 – 1:00 pm
Thoreau Elementary, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Tohatchi Middle, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Turpen Elementary, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cedar Hills Apartments - Wednesdays from 10:30 – 11:30 am
Hoogahn Hozho Apartments – Wednesdays from 11:45 am – 12:45 pm
Meal kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
David Skeet Families, we are accepting enrollment for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Please click on the link or scan the QR code to access the website for registration. The link is https://tinyurl.com/4vkes8wf
You'll have options to choose Preschool, Kindergarten, New Student, and Annual Enrollment. Select Annual Enrollment if your student is currently enrolled at DSE. Select New Student if your student has never attended GMCS or if your student left GMCS and is returning. Select Kindergarten if you're enrolling your child in Kindergarten -keep in mind they must be 5 years old on or before August 31., 2026.
If you need assistance, please call 505-721-1700. We will help and support. If you need to come in-person to register, please come. If you need a ride to school to register, please call as well.
You'll have options to choose Preschool, Kindergarten, New Student, and Annual Enrollment. Select Annual Enrollment if your student is currently enrolled at DSE. Select New Student if your student has never attended GMCS or if your student left GMCS and is returning. Select Kindergarten if you're enrolling your child in Kindergarten -keep in mind they must be 5 years old on or before August 31., 2026.
If you need assistance, please call 505-721-1700. We will help and support. If you need to come in-person to register, please come. If you need a ride to school to register, please call as well.
Get a jumpstart on next year and register for summer school! Call for more information.
Join us at the Student Support Center on May 27th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm for an engaging training workshop on the Standard Response Protocol and the Standard Reunification Method, hosted by The I Love U Guys Foundation.
Don't miss this opportunity—register now to enhance your school safety planning and response skills.
Don't miss this opportunity—register now to enhance your school safety planning and response skills.
David Skeet Families, save the date! We have promotion ceremonies coming to DSE on June 8, 2026. Kindergarten Promotion to First Grade will be happening on June 8 from 9-10 AM. Sixth Grade Promotion to Seventh Grade will be happening on June 8 from 1-2 PM. Both promotions will be occurring in the gym. No need to sign in the front office on June 8, come straight to the DSE Gym.
We can't wait to celebrate a milestone in your child's education. Both invitations allows up to 3 guests due to limited space. #LOBOproud #LOBOpromotion #LOBOstrong
We can't wait to celebrate a milestone in your child's education. Both invitations allows up to 3 guests due to limited space. #LOBOproud #LOBOpromotion #LOBOstrong
David Skeet Families, we are officially accepting enrollment for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Please click on the link or scan the QR code to access the website for registration. The link is https://tinyurl.com/4vkes8wf
You'll have options to choose Preschool, Kindergarten, New Student, and Annual Enrollment. Select Annual Enrollment if your student is currently enrolled at DSE. Select New Student if your student has never attended GMCS or if your student left GMCS and is returning. Select Kindergarten if you're enrolling your child in Kindergarten -keep in mind they must be 5 years old on or before August 31., 2026.
If you need assistance, please call 505-721-1700. We will help and support. If you need to come in-person to register, please come. If you need a ride to school to register, please call as well.
The first three classes to get 100% enrollment will receive a classroom party. Let's get into enrollment season!
🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎
Gallup McKinley County Schools proudly celebrates our incredible teachers all week long! Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8, with Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 5.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of our hardworking, dedicated educators across the district. Your passion, commitment, and care make a lasting impact on our students and our community every single day. From inspiring curiosity in the classroom to supporting students beyond academics, your work does not go unnoticed.
You are mentors, role models, and champions for our students’ success—and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for your dedication, your resilience, and the difference you make in the lives of our students. ❤️
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #TeacherAppreciationDay #ThankATeacher #GMCSproud
Gallup McKinley County Schools proudly celebrates our incredible teachers all week long! Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8, with Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 5.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of our hardworking, dedicated educators across the district. Your passion, commitment, and care make a lasting impact on our students and our community every single day. From inspiring curiosity in the classroom to supporting students beyond academics, your work does not go unnoticed.
You are mentors, role models, and champions for our students’ success—and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for your dedication, your resilience, and the difference you make in the lives of our students. ❤️
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #TeacherAppreciationDay #ThankATeacher #GMCSproud
This week, David Skeet is celebrating our amazing teachers and staff. Show support for our staff by participating in this week's fun-filled events! Can't wait to pour support and gratitude to our David Skeet Staff! #LOBOproud #LOBOstrong
Our latest district newsletter is out!
https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/engage/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-may-1-2026
https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/engage/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-may-1-2026
Today we celebrate Principal Appreciation Day!
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to each of our principals across all 33 sites. Your leadership, hard work, and unwavering dedication make a lasting difference in the lives of our students, staff, and community every single day.
From supporting academic success to fostering positive school cultures, you are the driving force behind so much of what makes our schools thrive. We see the long hours, the tough decisions, and the commitment you bring and we are truly grateful.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to each of our principals across all 33 sites. Your leadership, hard work, and unwavering dedication make a lasting difference in the lives of our students, staff, and community every single day.
From supporting academic success to fostering positive school cultures, you are the driving force behind so much of what makes our schools thrive. We see the long hours, the tough decisions, and the commitment you bring and we are truly grateful.
Due to New Mexico State statutes and New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) requirements, Gallup‑McKinley County Schools (GMCS) students’ last day of school is June 10, 2026.
David Skeet will be hosting S.T.E.A.M. night tonight from 5 - 6:30 PM. Come interact with fun activities and games! EXPLORA from ABQ, will be out with science, technology, engineering, and math activities. DSE will also have additional art activities for families to participate with. Gym doors will open at 5 PM. We will give out prizes and delicious dinner! SEE YOU TONIGHT!
Due to weather, buses will only pick up and drop off at the nearest paved road , Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
David Skeet Families, please join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences on Monday, February 23 from 10:30 AM-6:00 PM. There will be no school for students that day, as teachers will be meeting with families to discuss student progress. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how we are supporting your child academically and socially and to partner with us for continued success. We will be providing lunch and dinner for families who attend, and the first class to reach 100% participation will earn a special class party. Let's come together to make this an important and meaningful event for our students - we look forward to seeing you there!
Heritage Language & Culture Social Studies Fair
Join us February 18–20, 2026 at Red Rock Park for our Heritage Language and Culture Social Studies Fair!
February 18, 2026
7th & 10th Grade (All Schools)
February 19, 2026
5th Grade
(Crownpoint, Twin Lakes, Navajo, David Skeet, Catherine Miller, Stagecoach, Del Norte, Jefferson)
February 20, 2026
5th Grade
(Thoreau, Tohatchi, Ramah, Chee Dodge, Lincoln, Tobe Turpen, Indian Hills, Red Rock)
This event is open to the public, and we encourage parents and community members to stop by and see all the fun and creative projects our students have been working so hard on. Come support our students and celebrate their amazing work!
Join us February 18–20, 2026 at Red Rock Park for our Heritage Language and Culture Social Studies Fair!
February 18, 2026
7th & 10th Grade (All Schools)
February 19, 2026
5th Grade
(Crownpoint, Twin Lakes, Navajo, David Skeet, Catherine Miller, Stagecoach, Del Norte, Jefferson)
February 20, 2026
5th Grade
(Thoreau, Tohatchi, Ramah, Chee Dodge, Lincoln, Tobe Turpen, Indian Hills, Red Rock)
This event is open to the public, and we encourage parents and community members to stop by and see all the fun and creative projects our students have been working so hard on. Come support our students and celebrate their amazing work!
