News & Events
Welcome to the GSM News & Events blog. Upcoming events will be posted here, as well as relevant school information for those interested in GSM’s bilingual program.
Was ist eine Schultüte?
The Schultüte (school cone) is a German tradition. On the first day of elementary school (in Germany that means entering first grade), students receive this special present -usually from their parents. It will then be part of your “first day of school picture” and forever be remembered. It’s a long cone that is filled with goodies and closed with a bow on top, also known to some as “Zuckertüte” (yes, that translates to sugar bag…). GSM has adapted this tradition and each student receives a Schultüte from their teacher on the first day. Since elementary school starts with Kindergarten in the US, we have tweaked the tradition a tiny bit, so that no matter what year you are joining GSM you will receive your very own “Schultüte”.
You can find out about what else is happening at GSM below
The Benefits of Bilingual Preschool Education
Learn more about GSM’s program, the benefits of the curriculum and our admission procedure.
GSM Parent Association hosts St. Martin’s Lantern Walk
We are bringing light into the night with our very first Laternenumzug honoring St. Martin.
Tour our two locations now
Fall Open House Season is here
GSM Preschool Window gets a makeover
The preschool at 85 Warren Street just got a little bit more colorful!
Join Admissions Events before the Summer Break
We have three more dates in June
Auction Night is on May 17th
Get excited for GSM's most glamorous fundraiser
Sign up for the Spring Community Playdates!
The funnest way to experience GSM Preschool
Back by popular demand: Tag der offenen Tür – Mit Galli & Kinderbooks!
All in one family-friendly event! Back by popular demand!
GSM Community Event: Tag der offenen Tür mit Galli & Kinderbooks!
You can see the school, meet the teachers & participate in activities!
GSM’s buzzing community calendar
Theater, Afterschool & Blockparties
GSM Education Blog: FRESCH Thinking
4th Grade Class Teacher Lara Winnesberg provides an introduction to the German Spelling Curriculum
Teaching Highlight: “Malala’s magischer Stift”
Social Topics in the German Kindergarten Class Room
Baking for Relief in the Ukraine
Next week we are fundraising for the young victims of the Ukraine crisis
GSM Open Houses/Virtual Info Sessions
Please join us at one of our info sessions and learn about GSM unique dual immersion program
Latest Update regarding school re-open & GSM Preschool
1st day of school is September 9th 2021
GSM has a pre-school! Virtual info sessions bookable now!
Now you can start our bilingual program even earlier! Open to all!
Social City is coming to GSM
Social City is a social skills program for students ages 2 - 20 years old, who would benefit from supplemental social and emotional support.
Educational Highlight: Getting “up close and personal” with DNA
Naiyiri-Blu Brooker, B.S Biology, returns to GSM for a very special workshop
GSM Education Blog: Black History Heroes
Portraits Inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Artistry (Kindergarten)
Summer Camps are bookable now!
We are so happy that GSM summer camps are back!
GSM Education Blog: Spotlight on SEL (Socio Emotional Learning) & Art in Kindergarten
Child Size Problems Vs. Grown Up Size Problems by Sydney Rivera & Maresa Carney
GSM is open!
Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade in session as of September 8th