These meals are free to all students whether they are in school or learning remotely from home. We encourage families to apply for Free and Reduced Price meals, if they have not done so already, as the free meals program may end at any time.
GCMS has undergone substantial changes as part of our latest Capital Project. After 15 months of construction, our new spaces are ready for our staff and students to create one-of-a-kind learning opportunities.
Click the above link for the 2020-21 free and reduced meals application form. It will also be mailed home to all student families in the coming weeks. An online application will be available on Sept. 1, 2020.
Thank you to all the Gates Chili community members who submitted questions via email and our live forum on Monday. All questions and answers have been added to our FAQ.
You may recall, in accordance with current NYSED and NYSDOH guidelines, Gates Chili cannot open fully in person. This means that we will move forward with our hybrid and remote instruction models when we begin school on Sept. 14.
Gates Chili submitted plans for an in-person, remote and a hybrid model instruction. After review of these plans, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo will make a final decision on reopening schools.
Our school counselors and mental health staff stand ready to support students and families in processing these emotions and having crucial conversations to promote health and self-care.
School supply lists for the 2020-21 school year are being updated. As lists are updated, they will be added here.
With winter weather approaching, we'd like to share important information regarding communication in situations such as an emergency or weather-related event.
Gates Chili CSD is utilizing the Safe School Helpline, a convenient, confidential way for anyone to report information about situations that may affect safety. You can call 1-800-418-6423 ext. 359, text TIPS to 66746 or click the link above to report anonymously.
