There's a lot of learning going on across GMS this week. From cardboard sculpture creations in Art, to lit and language stations in ELA, to Haiku Samurai designs in Geography. Powerful teaching and learning on display!
These students are our Southwest Learning Ticket recipients for January! They kicked off the new year by making great choices and showing positive learning behaviors. We’re proud of their effort, responsibility, and kindness each day!
We are so happy to be back outside for recess this week! Just a reminder that our elementary schools go out for recess if the feels like temp is over 10 degrees. Bundle up and please reach out to your school's social worker if you could use assistance with winter clothing.
Our very own Dean Johnson has been recognized by the Illinois Principals Association (IPA) as the Blackhawk Region Assistant Principal of the Year. Dean will be honored at the IPA awards ceremony on April 10th alongside two incredible GMS student leaders. Congratulations Mr. J!
Congratulations to the Northside Students of the Month for January. These amazing students have been fantastic leaders. We are so proud of each one. We will host a Student of the Month Breakfast on Thursday, March 12th at 7:30 AM in the Co-Lab. Keep up the great work!!!
GMS students were rocking it today in an ELA MixUp, writing Iditarod Musher letters to the most intense athletes in the nation in Alaska's annual sled dog race. We also celebrated Khan Academy Math semester 1 winners with gift cards to local businesses. Keep it up GMS!!!
Whether it's Girls Basketball taking down Jordan in intense games in the Machine Shed, or our FCA taking a timeout to do the "Church Clap," GMS leaders are showing teamwork in the cold of January.
Based on the latest forecast, Geneseo CUSD 228 schools will be open on Monday, January 26. After-school activities — including athletic practices, games, and other extracurriculars — will resume their normal schedules.
Temperatures will remain frigid, so please bundle up, especially in the morning. Extra layers are encouraged, and be sure to keep your hands, head, ears, and feet warm.
We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back to school on Monday!
Temperatures will remain frigid, so please bundle up, especially in the morning. Extra layers are encouraged, and be sure to keep your hands, head, ears, and feet warm.
We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back to school on Monday!
Ladders to Learning preschool screenings for the 2026-27 school year are coming soon!
Families with children ages 3, 4, and 5 are invited to schedule a screening on March 2, 3, or 4 at First Congregational Church in Geneseo. Ladders to Learning is a half-day preschool program designed to support young learners who are not yet eligible for kindergarten.
Appointment scheduling begins Monday, February 9. To schedule a time on or after that date, please contact Angela Krause, Preschool Parent Coordinator, at 309-945-0614.
Give your child a strong start on their learning journey! Learn more about Ladders to Learning:
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/ladders-to-learning-preschool
Families with children ages 3, 4, and 5 are invited to schedule a screening on March 2, 3, or 4 at First Congregational Church in Geneseo. Ladders to Learning is a half-day preschool program designed to support young learners who are not yet eligible for kindergarten.
Appointment scheduling begins Monday, February 9. To schedule a time on or after that date, please contact Angela Krause, Preschool Parent Coordinator, at 309-945-0614.
Give your child a strong start on their learning journey! Learn more about Ladders to Learning:
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/ladders-to-learning-preschool
Due to the incoming extreme cold and forecasted wind chills, there will be no school for Geneseo CUSD 228 on Friday, January 23. All classes, S.A.F.E. Child Care, athletic events, and extracurricular activities are canceled.
In addition, please note that the make-up day will be Monday, February 16. Presidents’ Day will now be a day of student attendance.
In addition, please note that the make-up day will be Monday, February 16. Presidents’ Day will now be a day of student attendance.
The District is closely monitoring the incoming winter weather and expected extreme cold, and as always, our top priority is the safety of our students and staff.
A decision regarding whether school will be in session on Friday, Jan. 23, will be made by the end of the business day on Thursday, Jan. 22, and families will be notified promptly through our usual communication channels.
Geneseo High School Girls' Basketball will host its annual Pink Zone Night for Breast Cancer Awareness on February 12.
Pink Zone shirts can now be ordered! The online store will close February 2. For every shirt sold, $2 will be donated to our charities.
Any K–12 student wearing a Pink Zone shirt will receive free admission to the game! Learn more and order your Pink Zone gear now:
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
Pink Zone shirts can now be ordered! The online store will close February 2. For every shirt sold, $2 will be donated to our charities.
Any K–12 student wearing a Pink Zone shirt will receive free admission to the game! Learn more and order your Pink Zone gear now:
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
We’re searching for passionate teachers for the 2026–27 school year, including certified roles in counseling, English, history, kindergarten, and physical education. Make an impact where it matters most—apply to work in Geneseo's school district:
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
GMS physical education teachers, Mrs. Vandewoestyne, Mr. Thomas, and Mr. Reed, turned the gym into a DANCE PARTY for 7th & 8th grade PE students today!!! Lots of "SLIDES" including the Casper Slide, Electric Slide, ChaCha Slide. There was also some "Party In The USA" and Swifties got their music too! Lots of time left for practice before the GMS spring dance in April. Have a FANTASTIC FRIDAY from the students and staff at GMS!!!
Geneseo FFA is hosting a Middle School Recruitment Night and January Chapter Meeting on January 21 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Geneseo High School Ag Lab.
All middle school students are invited to enjoy dinner, interactive stations with FFA officers, and a fun scavenger hunt designed to build community and introduce what FFA has to offer. Learn more:
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
All middle school students are invited to enjoy dinner, interactive stations with FFA officers, and a fun scavenger hunt designed to build community and introduce what FFA has to offer. Learn more:
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
5th grade students did a terrific job leading expectation stations to our younger students. We have some terrific leadership in our buildings!
Attention Geneseo Class of 2026! There are over 60 local scholarships available for graduating seniors.
Whether you are headed to a four-year university, a community college, or a trade school, there is likely an opportunity for you! The deadline to apply is Friday, February 27.
Don't wait until the last minute—get those applications in early!
https://www.geneseoschools.org/o/hs/page/local-scholarships
Whether you are headed to a four-year university, a community college, or a trade school, there is likely an opportunity for you! The deadline to apply is Friday, February 27.
Don't wait until the last minute—get those applications in early!
https://www.geneseoschools.org/o/hs/page/local-scholarships
4th grade at students have been enjoying collaborating to "Cross the River" in PE. Each team came up with their own plan on how to make it across without touching the floor.
Geneseo Middle School wrestling is hosting its annual invitational meet today at GHS. Lots of intense matches and great completion, with GMS looking to place as a team in the top 3! A special thank you to ALL referees, meet workers, and volunteers for their support to make this event possible. GO LEAFS!!!
Geneseo Middle School is seeking a dedicated Assistant Principal for the 2026-27 school year to help lead instruction, support students and staff, and foster a positive school culture. If you’re an experienced, student-centered educator ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you! Learn more and apply today: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
