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OUR MISSION

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The teachers and administrators of Gunn Junior High believe that each student will have the opportunity to learn and master the basic curriculum components for his/her appropriate grade level. The continuous enforcement of this belief, carried out in a safe and orderly learning climate, nurtures self-worth and dignity.  This belief will ensure that students are prepared each year to succeed at their next level of endeavor.

CONTACTS

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HELPFUL LINKS

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STUDENT HOLIDAYS

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September 5

September 23

October 10

November 23-25

December 21- January 4

January 16

February 20

March 12-16

April 6

May 4 *

May 28

June 1 *

* Bad Weather Make-Up

REPORT CARD DATES

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October 7 - 1st Report Card

November 18 - 2nd Report Card

January 12 - 3rd Report Card with 1st Semester Averages

February 24 - 4th Report Card

April 20 - 5th Report Card

June 6 - 6th Report Card with 2nd Semester Averages (mailed home)

SBDM COMMITTEE

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HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRATION

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GEAR UP FOR HIGH SCHOOL!

       

It's time for 8th Graders to start thinking about their Freshman Year of High School!

Gear Up for 9th Grade Presentation
(differences between high school and junior high school)

AHS Freshman Orientation Presentation
(signing up for 9th Grade classes)

9th Grade Course Selection Sheet

9th Grade Electives Selection Sheet

Career Cruising

 Plan on Transferring to a different High School?

Please visit the link below for information on fees and details on requesting a transfer.

School Transfers

Saturday, February 25th  9:00am-12:00pm
AISD Administration Building
1203 W. Pioneer Pkwy
Arlington, TX  76015
 

 Parent Orientations for Incoming Freshman

Arlington High School - Monday, Feb 6 at 6:30pm at AHS

Bowie High School - Tuesday, Feb 7 at 6pm at BHS

Sam Houston High School - Thursday, Jan 19 at 6pm

Martin High School - Wednesday, Feb 1 at 6pm

Lamar High School - Thursday, Jan 26 at 6:30pm
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FATHER / DAUGHTER BREAKFAST
Friday, February 10
8am-9am in the Library

Dads enjoy time (and food!) with their Gator Girls!  Sponsored by Title I Family Involvement.

 

VALENTINES DANCE
Friday, February 10
6pm-8pm in the Cafeteria

Student Council invites you to a night of fun at the annual Valentines Dance!  Mr. and Ms. Irresistible will be crowned!

 

TEXTING SAFETY
Thursday, February 16
5:30pm-6:30pm in the Library

With the advancement of communication technologies, bullying, emotional drama and inappropriate communicaton has taken on a new face.  Find out how to help your teen stay safe while texting!

 

STATE OF TEXAS REQUIRED SCOLIOSIS SCREENING
8th Grade Only
February 21 during school hours

  • Scoliosis screening is required by the state of Texas.
  • Boys and girls will be screened separately.
  • Girls are encouraged to wear a bra, sports bra, or bikini top on the day of the screening.
  • Parents will be notified of the results on if an additional professional follow-up is required.
  • If you have any questions or concerns, please call Nurse Darnell at 682-867-5406 or email at jdarnell@aisd.net
  • Click here for more information.  

 

L.I.F.E. ACADEMY
Leaders Inspiring Families for Excellence
Saturday, February 25
8:30am-2:00pm  at Workman JH

Free Admission & Door Prizes! L.I.F.E. Academy Flyer
Essay Contest - Prizes include iPads! Registration Packet
Free Child Care! Website

 

GUNN'S GOT TALENT
Tuesday, February 28
6:30pm in Cafeteria

Admission is FREE! Voting tickets are 50 cents each!

Got talent?  Show it off at Gunn's Annual Talent Show!  Deadline to sign up your act is Thursday, Feb. 16.  $1.00 to enter.  See Ms. Hill. 

PARENT PORTAL

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 REPORT STUDENT ABSENCE
Call the
Attendance Office
682-867-5400

 

GUNN EVENTS

Calendar

SEE YOUR
STUDENT'S GRADES

Parent SelfServe

 

STAAR STUDY GUIDES
Available for free online

Click Here

STAAR DATES

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 March 27 - 7th Writing & 8th Math

March 28 - 7th Writing

March 29 - 7th PAP Math takes 8th Math

April 24 - 7th Math & 8th Social Studies

April 25 - 7th Reading  & 8th Science

*Get a good night's sleep!

*Eat a good breakfast!

*Arrive on time!

*Do your best!

STAAR TEST INFORMATION

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STAAR

How do scores from STAAR Tests affect student promotion to the next grade level??

Please check here for updates as we receive more information.

LINKS

Presentation to School Board regarding how STAAR Test scores affect student promotion.

Presentation to 8th Graders regarding high school-level courses and STAAR testing/scores.

STAAR Resources for Parents & Students

TEACHER OF THE YEAR

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TEACHER OF THE YEAR
2011-2012

Ashley Brickey
Art

 

Congratulations, Ms. Brickey!  She has transformed the Art Curriculum at our campus and continues to inspire our Gators to experience their unique talents while exposing them to a variety of styles of visual art!  She also works with other teachers to create multi-disciplinary lessons, sponsors the yearbook, and runs the cover art contest for our annual planner!  Thanks so much for all you do for our campus!

GUNN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

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Mascot: Gator 
Colors: Blue and Gold
Opened: Fall 1972
Namesake: Floyd M. Gunn, Arlington School Board,1952-1970 (President, 1964-1970)
Tarrant County School Board, 1971-1977 (President, 1975-1977)

 

Floyd M. Gunn
  
 
1912-2007

The "Oldest Living Gunn Gator in captivity" at 94, passed away on April 1, 2007 . He will be missed by family, friends, and over 6000 students, faculty and staff members of Floyd M. Gunn Jr. High School , whose lives he touched over the past 35 years. Mr. Gunn loved coming to the school, seeing the students and teachers, and taking part in the many activities at the school which bears his name.

In his honor, we have purchased a new marquee with funds raised through your generous contributions to the Floyd M. Gunn Memorial Fund.
 
THANK YOU!

GATORS GO GREEN!

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Take your recycling to the south parking lot at Gunn and help us raise money!


DISCLAIMER

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All links to other Web sites from this site have been pre-screened and assessed for appropriate content. However, the Arlington Independent School District and Gunn Junior High School do not assume and are not responsible for any liability and cannot guarantee that quality content standards will be maintained at these linked Web sites.  Please notify the webmaster immediately if these sites display inappropriate content.

Images retrieved from ClipArt supplied on the Gunn server, and pictures taken by personnel.
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