Happy Memorial Day from Galax City Public Schools!
If you are unable to join us in-person at the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony today, you can livestream it! Go to: https://www.youtube.com/@galaxcitypublicschools3165/streams
We can't wait to celebrate the students of the Class of 2026!
Join us: Boys Basketball Parent & Player interest meeting, May 20th @ 6pm! Open to ALL rising 6th-12th grade boys. Let's GO!! #GalaxReady
Today we celebrate our incredible Speech-Language Pathologists who help our students find their voice, build confidence, and communicate with the world around them. Happy National Speech Pathologist Day!
GMS 2026 End of the Year Events
School is out, summer meals are in! Galax City Public Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children. Meals must be consumed on site in teh school cafeteria. Meals will be provided on a first come, first serve basis, at the sites and times as follows:
Galax High Shcool, 200 Maroon Tide Drive Galax, VA
Meals served: June 1-26, 2026 and July 6-31, 2026
Breakfast Hours: 7AM-8:30AM
Lunch Hours: 11AM-12:30PM
Galax Elementary School, 300 McArthur Street, Galax, VA
Meals served: June 1-12,2026
Breakfast Hours: 7:30AM-8:30AM
Lunch Hours: 10:30AM- Noon
Galax High Shcool, 200 Maroon Tide Drive Galax, VA
Meals served: June 1-26, 2026 and July 6-31, 2026
Breakfast Hours: 7AM-8:30AM
Lunch Hours: 11AM-12:30PM
Galax Elementary School, 300 McArthur Street, Galax, VA
Meals served: June 1-12,2026
Breakfast Hours: 7:30AM-8:30AM
Lunch Hours: 10:30AM- Noon
SOL Testing Schedule for the Week of May 11-15, 2026. Calendario de exámenes SOL para la semana del 11 al 15 de mayo de 2026.
Our school nurses are caring for every student, every day. You’re more than a nurse, you’re a safe place, a calm voice, and the heart behind our school. Because of you, our students are healthy, supported, and ready to learn!
Thank you for everything you do to keep the Maroon Tide strong and healthy!
Thank you for everything you do to keep the Maroon Tide strong and healthy!
The Galax Special Education Advisory Committee is hosting a free community service fair, and YOU are invited!
Don’t miss it—this is the ONLY time sports physicals will be FREE at Galax High School!
Join us May 26–27 during school hours (8:30 AM–2:45 PM). Open to rising 6th graders and up.
- Important: Completed physical forms must be turned in to the school nurse by May 21 to be scheduled.
Take advantage now—there won’t be another free opportunity! All athletes will need an updated physical to be eligible to play in the 2026-2027 seasons.
Join us May 26–27 during school hours (8:30 AM–2:45 PM). Open to rising 6th graders and up.
- Important: Completed physical forms must be turned in to the school nurse by May 21 to be scheduled.
Take advantage now—there won’t be another free opportunity! All athletes will need an updated physical to be eligible to play in the 2026-2027 seasons.
SOL Testing begins Tuesday 5/12. Please make sure your student is at school on time, has their Chromebook charged and has had a calm morning on testing days. UPDATED!!! 8th Grade Math/Algebra I tests 5/12.
Hispanic Night- May 1, 2026
April 30, 2026-Wear blue for Autism Awareness
Last night was THE night 8th grade students look forward to all year! They dressed up and put their best foot forward at the 2026 8th Grade Formal.
From helping students to supporting staff and keeping our school organized — we appreciate our incredible administrative team today and every day! Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Congratulations to Emily Colna who was "Caught Being Kind" at GMS last week!!! Emily came in early to put inspiring notes on student lockers! Thank you Emily!!
Please make plans to join us Tuesday, April 22 in the GHS Auditorium to hear Robyn Dillon share her story of loss from addiction and how to have Courageous Conversations with those you love. Dinner will be served at 5:00pm and the presentation will begin at 6:00pm. It's a conversation you will be thankful you heard. Please RSVP for dinner by clicking the link https://forms.gle/oNnkx7Ai69Uwkxiv7
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/oNnkx7Ai69Uwkxiv7
Please join us on April 21st for a powerful conversation about opioid addiction. Presenter Robyn Dillon will be sharing personal experiences during her presentation of "Courageous Conversations." Dinner will be provided.
Please join us on April 21st for a powerful conversation about opioid addiction. Presenter Robyn Dillon will be sharing personal experiences during her presentation of "Courageous Conversations." Dinner will be provided.
CONGRATULATIONS to the GMS Chorus and Mrs. Smith for their Superior Rating at the Carowinds Festival of Music!
This National Assistant Principals Week, we thank our incredible APs at Galax City Public Schools for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to every student’s success. Your impact does not go unnoticed—we appreciate all that you do for our Maroon Tide family! ❤️
