Congratulations on a great 1819 school year! Please take note of the following information as we enter the summer months:-Summer packets were sent home on Monday afternoon. Additionally, the summer learning packets are posted on the website under "Parent/Student Info" and in Class of 2024/2025 Google Classrooms. This is important work for students to get ready... READ MORE >

Today, GMS 8th graders participated in a Balfour-Cole Post Oratorical Contest, reading an essay they prepared on the significance of Memorial Day and how the sacrifices of our fallen soldiers have impacted our lives in America. They are judged by veterans from the community on the basis of content and reading expression. GMS is proud to support our American... READ MORE >

On Wednesday June 5, the eighth grade group guidance curriculum culminated in the Career Financial Fair. Throughout the group guidance course, students have explored their interests and career possibilities. Taking this career exploration a step further, they determine what a starting salary may consist of in that career and now have to manage the demands of life... READ MORE >

Our eighth graders are launching the bottle rockets that they have designed and are now testing/modifying. Guided by Mrs. McCurdy and Mrs. Ramos, students are using the scientific process to optimize the features of the rockets. This is always a favorite activity in eighth grade science. READ MORE >

Congratulations to our winners. Thank you for supporting our Science Olympiad team. Here is the link to the list of Calendar Raffle Winners (read more for the link). Raffle Winners 2019 READ MORE >

Check out the cool things happening in Mr. Sylvestre's digital design class! Students were given the challenge to design a race car with certain specifications. The cars had to be able to fit on the blue race track and the wheels should be able to spin freely. Working in groups, students first designed the cars on graph paper and then they used 3D design... READ MORE >

We are pleased to announce the creation of the Wolf Pack Gazette, our school newspaper, created and managed by NJHS students. Here is the link to the first issue. The second issue will by distributed late May/early June.Wolf Pack Gazette Vol. 1 Issue 1 READ MORE >

Great job to the Wolf Pack Players on their production of Alice in Wonderland, Jr. Playing to two packed houses, the acting, singing, set/prop construction, costume design and technical expertise highlighted the best that GMS has to offer! READ MORE >

Congratulations to Adam Turner for a terrific showing in the National Geography State Bee at the Scottish Rite Auditorium in Cranston on Friday. He made it into the final rounds and made GMS proud! Adam was selected to represent GMS from a school-wide geography, this was his second time winning our school's competition. READ MORE >

Last night, the GMS Dance Team presented its 16th Annual Spring Recital in the GMS gymnasium. They did a fantastic job working with their coaches, Mrs. Deremer and Mrs. Smith-White. The theme of the night was "Better When I'm Dancing". In addition to middle school students, two dance team alumni from Smithfield High School, Talia Fusco and Emily Falcone,... READ MORE >

It's Youth Art Month, and to celebrate, GMS has teamed up with the Greenville Library to display student art. Smithfield is so fortunate to have two great libraries serving the town. Mrs. Deremer recently stopped by the Greenville Library to hang GMS student work for the patrons to admire. Thank you to the library for this wonderful opportunity to have an... READ MORE >

Recently, the Senate Arts Exhibition was held at the Rhode Island State House. Several pieces of art by Smithfield students was on display. Kileigh Hodgkins, grade 8, represented Gallagher Middle School with her scratch board art piece, which demonstrated excellent command of texture and attention to detail. Kileigh did a fantastic job of discussing her work to... READ MORE >

Our new student recognition program is recognizing students for being caught demonstrating the positive dispositions that we promote at GMS. The month of January celebrated hard work and perseverance. When teachers see a student exhibiting this trait, they submit a HOWL form and at the next Wolf Pack Gathering, those students are recognized, receive a certificate... READ MORE >

On Friday, December 14th, forty-five sixth graders participated in a live webinar sponsored by the Pro Football Hall of Fame. This installment of the Heart of a Hall of Famer featured Andre Tippett from the New England Patriots. While many schools were able to watch the live webinar, Gallagher Middle School was one of the six chosen to have students ask questions... READ MORE >

As part of our commitment to JASON Learning, on December 11th, our science teachers participated in professional development focused on the World of Waves and Living Well. During these sessions, our teachers are students again, participating in the same activities they would utilize in their classrooms. The World of Waves curriculum builds a deep, working... READ MORE >

The GMS Art Department and Dance Team continued a tradition this past weekend at Barnes and Noble at Smithfield Crossing. Student artwork was on display for patrons to view all weekend and the GMS Dance Team performed on Friday night. A portion of sales from the event will be donated to the art department. This partnership is a great way for the community to see... READ MORE >

While students had the day off, the GMS faculty was hard at work on various endeavors to further develop programs and improve instructional practice to the next level. John Collins, renowned writing expert, engaged our teachers in learning about the five types of writing in order to improve our student's writing across the curriculum. This was a continuation of... READ MORE >

Student and teacher argonauts, Abigail Marsella (grade 8) and Mrs. Jane Ramos travelled to Peru as a part of a JASON Learning Expedition. See their story in this recent Valley Breeze article: http://www.valleybreeze.com/20... READ MORE >

On Friday, September 14th, students celebrated creativity, courage and collaboration at International Dot Day, which is based on Peter H. Reynolds’ book, The Dot. The day included special art activities organized by art teacher, Jessica DeRemer. In addition, many members of the Wolf Pack wore their favorite dotted attire! READ MORE >

The mission of Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School’s staff, students, parents, and community members is to empower all students to become responsible, productive, and compassionate citizens by challenging them with complex and engaging learning experiences culminating in a deep, insightful understanding of their role as lifelong learners in the global society. READ MORE >