Mr. Joy Trivia
What VPS Middle School did Mr. Joy attend?
TJMS
Which two teachers are a part of Mr. Joy's PLC (Professional Learning Community)?
Mr. Palmer and Ms. Moss
Who is Gaiser Middle School named after?
Gaiser Middle School in Vancouver is named after Dr. Paul Gaiser. He served as superintendent of Vancouver schools for 18 years (1934–1952) and later became president of Clark College.
What year did the Portland Trail Blazers win the NBA Championship?
1977
What clothing item gets left behind more than anything else when students leave the room in a hurry?
hoodie/jacket
What VPS Elementary School did Mr. Joy attend?
Sacajawea
Which classroom teacher is the only teacher that MR. Joy has subbed for in the 200 building? BONUS: What is the classroom number? DOUBLE BONUS: What is the grade level AND subject?
Mr. Igielinski
Room 202
8th Grade Math
In accordance to the yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year, who was nominated as funniest teacher?
Mr. Joy
What is Iyay Ovelay Oomray 205 is Pig Latin for?
I Love Room 205
What was the title of the first book that we read out of our Savvas books?
Grandfather's Garden
During the 2024-2025 school year, what other building besides the 200 building did Mr. Joy teach out of?
400 building (Room 404)
What name is the 200 building also known as?
_________ House
River House
What was the final score of the Gaiser Staff vs Student Assembly that took place on March 11th?
30-30
What period does Mr. Joy have prep?
5th
What classroom object is repeatedly used as a trash can but is not actually a trash can?
Student desks
What VPS High School did Mr. Joy attend?
CRHS (Go Chieftans!!!)
What is the maximum occupancy of the 200 building co-op?
150
What year did Gaiser Middle School first open?
Gaiser Middle School first opened its doors on January 21, 1974
What are two things people have to do in life whether they want to or not?
Go to school and go to work
What word shows that you can’t do something now, but you will be able to later?
Yet
What local college(s) did Mr. Joy attend? BONUS: What out of state college did Mr. Joy attend?
Local: WSUV, Clark College
Out of State: Boise State
In the 200 building, which teacher is the only teacher known to eat sunflower seeds besides Mr. Joy?
Mr. Palmer
How old is Gaiser Middle School?
As of June 2026, Gaiser is 52 years old.
Why do people have to go to school and work even when they don’t feel like it?
School builds the skills needed for the future and work is necessary to earn money for basic needs like food, housing, and survival
What do 205 students feel right when they step into Room 205?
Positive Energy