GMS students and staff have been learning, understanding, and growing recently. Students in Mrs. Strohm's 8th grade Family and Consumer Science classes visited preschool students at Northside to cap off their child development unit. 6th grade students in Mrs. George's ELA Ingenuity classes tested their boat designs. And 7th grade students in ELA classes with Mrs. Haars discussed the risks of teens "following their dreams" during their Socratic seminars.
GMS celebrates and appreciates our Veterans. This week students created Veteran Stars to honor family and friends who served in our Armed Forces, met with Veterans for Q&A, analyzed political cartoons, wrote thank you cards, and more. We thank you Veterans, for your service!
GHS Parents & GHS Students: We're thrilled to share that we’re heading to Costa Rica in Summer 2027, and we’d love for your student to join us!
This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. All the details, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, estimated departure dates, trip costs, and how to secure a spot will be shared at an informational meeting on December 7. Learn more and RSVP for the meeting: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. All the details, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, estimated departure dates, trip costs, and how to secure a spot will be shared at an informational meeting on December 7. Learn more and RSVP for the meeting: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
Get ready to swing into action at the upcoming Geneseo High School Softball Camp! We're thrilled to invite girls in 1st through 8th grades to join us for two days of softball fun and skill-building from December 22-23 at the Geneseo Foundation Activity Center (GFAC).
The camp fee is $40, which includes a camp T-shirt and invaluable instruction from our very own GHS softball players, dedicated coaches, and talented current and former college players. Whether your daughter is a seasoned player or just starting out in the sport, this camp is designed to cater to all skill levels. Learn more and register: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
The camp fee is $40, which includes a camp T-shirt and invaluable instruction from our very own GHS softball players, dedicated coaches, and talented current and former college players. Whether your daughter is a seasoned player or just starting out in the sport, this camp is designed to cater to all skill levels. Learn more and register: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
Today we honor all who have served — past and present — including the veterans who serve our community through their work in our schools:
Mike Harrington, GHS (Army)
Beverly Jacobs, GHS (Army)
Alyssa Johnson, CUSD 228 (Army)
George Marquez, GMS (Army)
Tyler Puls, GMS (Marines)
Dan Rakestraw, GHS (Army)
Mike Harrington, GHS (Army)
Beverly Jacobs, GHS (Army)
Alyssa Johnson, CUSD 228 (Army)
George Marquez, GMS (Army)
Tyler Puls, GMS (Marines)
Dan Rakestraw, GHS (Army)
Mrs. O's 3rd graders have been working hard on a two-step word problem project! Students collaborated to design their real-world problems using both addition and subtraction. They showed teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving as they applied what they’ve learned in a fun way.
Thank you to the Millikin PTA and congratulations to Mrs. Timmerman's Kindergarten classroom. Mrs. Timmerman's room had the highest percentage of PTA participation and earned a pizza party. We appreciate the partnership the PTA's provide to all our schools!
Northside Elementary students wrapped up the first quarter with excitement, laughter, and well-deserved celebration! After months of hard work, dedication, and growth, our students came together to enjoy a fun-filled time recognizing their achievements and positive behavior.
PART 2 of the weekly wrap from GMS with more speech contestants, chemical reaction ice cream in 8th grade science, 6th grade "apple towers" in their science STEM challenge, monkey bread bakers in Mrs. Strohm's Family and Consumer Science classes, and some "rhyme without a reason" dress-up contestants in Mr. McAvoy's homeroom for Red Ribbon Week.
A CRAZY busy week for at GMS with speech competition, 8th graders visiting the Career Tech Education Center and Agriculture Departments at GHS, GMS Ag Club, and GMS Chess Club. Stay tuned for more pics in a separate post and HAPPY HALLOWEEN eve as we rest up and brace ourselves for a hyped Red Ribbon Week dress-up - Halloween - GHS home playoff game in the Machine Shed tomorrow night! Let's GO GMS!!!
On Saturday, Nov. 1, GHS will host one of the state's four IHSA Cross Country Sectional meets at Richmond Hill Park. The girls' team will run at 11:00 and the boys’ team will run at 12:00.
Over 30 schools will be represented at the meet with around 150 runners in each race. The top seven teams from each race and the next 10 individuals who are not on an advancing team will qualify for the IHSA State meet on Nov. 8. Many of the top 10 teams in the state will be coming to run on the challenging Richmond Hill course.
Come out and cheer on Geneseo's cross country teams!
We celebrated our 50th day of school with our annual "50's Day" celebration in Kindergarten! It was a wonderful day!
Geneseo High School will again open its doors on Veterans Day to honor the brave men and women who have served our country.
On Tuesday, November 11, students and teachers will gather in the concert hall for the school's annual Veterans Day assembly, a heartfelt tradition that celebrates the sacrifices and dedication of local veterans and active-duty military members.
GHS invites all veterans and active service members to attend as honored guests. The morning will begin with refreshments at 9:30, offering guests a chance to connect before the ceremony starts at 10:10.
The assembly will feature performances by the choir and band, a guest speaker and more, in an effort to express gratitude to those who have defended our freedoms.
On Tuesday, November 11, students and teachers will gather in the concert hall for the school's annual Veterans Day assembly, a heartfelt tradition that celebrates the sacrifices and dedication of local veterans and active-duty military members.
GHS invites all veterans and active service members to attend as honored guests. The morning will begin with refreshments at 9:30, offering guests a chance to connect before the ceremony starts at 10:10.
The assembly will feature performances by the choir and band, a guest speaker and more, in an effort to express gratitude to those who have defended our freedoms.
The GMS 7th and 8th grade bands and jazz band put on a 'scary good' Halloween Concert tonight. Musicians put on their best costumes, and performed pieces like Dr. ROCKenstein and The Skeleton Crawl to a crowded Concert Hall.
Congratulations to the Northside October Students of the Month. We are incredibly proud of these students and their accomplishments. They have worked hard, been kind friends, and been positive leaders here at school. We will celebrate them at our Student of the Month Breakfast on Friday, November 7th at 7:30 in the Co-Lab
GMS wrapped up an amazing week with a dress like the Principals day, Khan Academy Math rewards activities, and our phenomenal 2025 Fall Dance in the Machine Shed.
This weekend, DICK’S Sporting Goods is offering IHSA schools, coaches, student-athletes, and their families an exclusive discount of 20% off throughout the store!
To access this offer, print the coupon, which is valid in-store from Friday, October 24 to Monday, October 27, and must be shown at the register during checkout: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
To access this offer, print the coupon, which is valid in-store from Friday, October 24 to Monday, October 27, and must be shown at the register during checkout: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
Big Congratulations to our GMS Boys Cross Country Team for an incredible run at IESA State today. Henry Woodward medaled and placed 20th overall, with the entire team running their hearts out and bringing home a 3rd place trophy. #BeLEAF
Our week at GMS included the book fair (THANKS to all the volunteers!), the 8th grade green/white volleyball game at GHS, a cross country and golf "Walk of Champions" for fall state participants, and BIG BRAIN learning by all of our students! Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND GMS family and friends!!!
Check out the Walk of Champions we had today at GMS to celebrate the run to IESA State for both girls golf last month, and our boys cross country team coming up this week. Boys XC head to IESA state in Normal, IL this Saturday. They run for a state title at 1pm, go get em Boys!
