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!
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
https://gallupmckinleycsnm.edurooms.com/engage/gmcs/newsletters/district-newsletter-may-1-2026
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.
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!
House Bill 253 is being heard 02/09 at 8:30 AM, and your voice matters.
If this bill passes it will cause a $47 million dollar shortfall for GMCS this year - but there is still time to stop this legislation from moving forward. We are asking our community to please call and email members of the House Education Committee and our local legislators and urge them to vote NO on HB 253.
Please know this: GMCS is doing everything within its power to avoid any negative consequences to our students, staff, and community. We are actively advocating, working with legislators, and fighting to protect the funding our students depend on. A few minutes of your time telling our legislators to vote NO on House Bill 253 will make a real difference. Thank you for standing with our students and schools.
We are asking our community to please call and email members of the House of Education Committee and our local legislatures and urge them to vote NO to HB 253.
We are asking our community to please call and email members of the House of Education Committee and our local legislatures and urge them to vote NO to HB 253.
Chair
G. Andrés Romero – 505-514-9574
andres.romero@nmlegis.gov
Vice Chair
Joy Garratt – 505-986-4341
joy.garratt@nmlegis.gov
Ranking Member
Brian G. Baca – 505-986-4221
brian.baca@nmlegis.gov
Members
Jack Chatfield – 505-986-4467 – jack.chatfield@nmlegis.gov
Catherine J. Cullen – 505-986-4226 – catherine.cullen@nmlegis.gov
Martha Garcia – 505-986-4464 – martha.garcia@nmlegis.gov
Anita Gonzales – 505-986-4255 – anita.gonzales@nmlegis.gov
Yanira Gurrola – 505-986-4435 – yanira.gurrola@nmlegis.gov
Raymundo Lara – 505-986-4777 – raymundo.lara@nmlegis.gov
Tanya Mirabal Moya – 505-986-4214 – Tanya.MirabalMoya@nmlegis.gov
Patricia Roybal Caballero – 505-986-4416 – pat.roybalcaballero@nmlegis.gov
E. Diane Torres-Velásquez – 505-986-4255 -diane.torresvelasquez@nmlegis.gov
Harlan Vincent – 505-986-4450 – Harlan.Vincent@nmlegis.gov
Representatives:
Michelle Paulene Abeyta - 505-986-4254 - michelle.abeyta@nmlegis.gov
Martha Garcia - 505-986-4464 - martha.garcia@nmlegis.gov
D. Wonda Johnson - 505-986-4433 - dwonda.johnson@nmlegis.gov
Patricia A. Lundstrom - 505-986-4249 - patricia.lundstrom@nmlegis.gov
Senators:
George K. Muñoz - 505-986-4371 - george.munoz@nmlegis.gov
Shannon D. Pinto - 505-986-4835 - shannon.pinto@nmlegis.gov
Please visit our website for more information on HB 253. https://www.gmcs.org/page/hb
This meeting will focus on:
- Increasing student attendance
- Supporting positive behaviors
- An introduction to the NM-MSSA and ASR assessments
It will be an evening centered on food, family, and partnership, and we would love to see you there as we work together to support our students’ success.
A fresh start begins when school and families grow together!
Update January 8, 2026:
Tonight's 5th and 6th Grade Girl's Basketball game vs Indian Hills is cancelled.
Furthermore, Boy's Basketball Practice is cancelled along with After Hours Academy.
Cancellation is due to weather.
A great victory over Lincoln Elementary to kick off the season.
Let’s keep showing up and supporting our student-athletes!
It’s officially iMSSA Middle-of-Year Testing Week for our amazing 3rd–6th graders, and we are SO excited to see all the growth our students have made! Please take a look at our iMSSA Checklist. Each day has its own session -Reading, Math, and Language Usage.
Please help us by making sure students: Arrive on time, Get a good night’s sleep, Eat breakfast, and Bring their BEST effort!
The Interim Measures of Student Success and Achievement (iMSSA) is a short, computer-based assessment that helps us see how students are growing in reading, math, and language skills throughout the year. It guides teachers in planning instruction and supports students in reaching grade-level goals.
As a bonus, students who attend every day will earn a special incentive on Friday, 12/19 at 2:15 PM! #DSEProud #TestingWeekShineBright
Encourage your child to join the fun and dress up with us! Let’s make these last days before break extra magical! Can't wait to see the cute outfits! #DSEpride #LOBOup #WeLoveTheSeason
