The 1st Grade field trip to Tanners was an amazing time. A drizzly day couldn't stop these students from exploring, learning, and of course tasting some apple treats. What a great day filled with fun. Thank you for everyone who joined us for the trip.
5th grade students just completed their "volume zoo". They made a variety of zoo animals out of cardboard boxes, calculating the volume as they went. Welcome to the jungle!
Mrs. Hull’s Life Skills class at Northside Elementary is taking learning beyond the classroom!
This year, students began Community Based Instruction, providing opportunities to practice important skills in real-world settings. Recently, the class took their first trip to Fareway to learn about the grocery store and shop for items needed in the classroom.
Students also join Mrs. Furlong’s middle school Life Skills class once a month for cooking activities and lessons focused on friendship.
We’re proud of the independence, confidence, and life skills our students are building through these meaningful experiences!
This year, students began Community Based Instruction, providing opportunities to practice important skills in real-world settings. Recently, the class took their first trip to Fareway to learn about the grocery store and shop for items needed in the classroom.
Students also join Mrs. Furlong’s middle school Life Skills class once a month for cooking activities and lessons focused on friendship.
We’re proud of the independence, confidence, and life skills our students are building through these meaningful experiences!
GMS Girls Softball placed 4th in State today, after an undefeated season and amazing post season run. Thanks to all the coaches, parents, softball community, and athletes for making this season special!
Sunday, 9/20, at 6pm, join us for a homecoming celebration in the GMS Cafe.
GMS Softball Lady Leafs are playing in the IESA 3A State Semifinals in Normal IL. They are on the hunt for a state championship and an undefeated season starting at 11:30am today. Bring it home girls!
On Sunday, 9/20, at 6pm, we will have a homecoming celebration and trophy presentation in the GMS Cafe. We'd love to see you there.
Here are our GHS "Perfect Week" winners. Each Friday we randomly select a student from each grade level that had perfect attendance and conduct. These students will meet with Mr. Mosier and receive free Casey's pizza. Congrats!
Spanish simulated a authentic Spanish tapas restaurant, complete with real food from Spain, purchased locally. Great experience for our students!
Congrats to our GHS Students of the Week! These students were recognized by staff for their positive impact in the classroom. They will find out from Mr. Mosier, who nominated them, and receive a free drink, snack, and pizza from Casey’s. Congrats.
GMS Girls are rollin this week, with IESA State for golf and softball the next few days. Softball took home a Sectional Championship Tuesday, they now play Fri & Sat at state in Normal. Avery W and Hadley A are heading to Metamora tomorrow to hunt for a place in golf's top 10.
Our elementary schools have started implementing a positive behavior program called LEAFS tickets. Our staff are on the look out for positive behaviors throughout the week. Tickets are drawn each week for prizes and there will be a culminating assembly each quarter to celebrate. Prizes range from taking our therapy dogs on a walk to playing a game with a staff member to small trinkets or candies. The hundreds of tickets represent great choices by our students!
From Medieval Times to some Volleyball good times, GMS is on a role this week. 6th grade kicked off their annual Medieval Times fundraiser this morning with a visit from King Puls, and Volleyball Whites won both 7th and 8th grade in 3 games each against a tough Riverdale team.
We can now say it... GMS Girls Softball are IESA REGIONAL CHAMPS! The Lady Leafs traveled to Canton, IL to take on Dunlap in a pitching and small ball battle, winning 5-3 in the top of the 7th. Congratulations Ladies! Next stop, Sectional Championship in East Peoria on Tuesday.
Here are our GHS "Perfect Week" winners. Each Friday we randomly select a student from each grade level that had perfect attendance and participation. These students will meet with Mr. Mosier and receive free Casey's pizza. Congrats!
It’s been a busy week filled with some of our favorite traditions and plenty of Maple Leaf spirit!
Wednesday brought float building and a whole lot of creativity, followed by an energetic pep rally last night.
Today is a big one! Our football team and cheerleaders started the morning by visiting their home elementary schools to pump up the elementary students for Homecoming. This is one of our favorite traditions and a great way for our high school students to connect with the younger students and serve as role models. Later today, we’ll have the Homecoming Parade followed by tonight’s football game. Please come out to cheer on our teams. Looking for a big crowd!
Tomorrow night, we’ll wrap up the week with the Homecoming Dance.
A huge thank you to our students, staff, families, and community for making Homecoming Week so special!
Go Leafs!
Wednesday brought float building and a whole lot of creativity, followed by an energetic pep rally last night.
Today is a big one! Our football team and cheerleaders started the morning by visiting their home elementary schools to pump up the elementary students for Homecoming. This is one of our favorite traditions and a great way for our high school students to connect with the younger students and serve as role models. Later today, we’ll have the Homecoming Parade followed by tonight’s football game. Please come out to cheer on our teams. Looking for a big crowd!
Tomorrow night, we’ll wrap up the week with the Homecoming Dance.
A huge thank you to our students, staff, families, and community for making Homecoming Week so special!
Go Leafs!
Never forget the lives lost, and the families, first responders, service members, and communities forever impacted by the events of 9/11. We honor their memory and reflect on the courage, compassion, and unity that emerged in the face of tragedy.
Our 8th graders are putting learning into action! In science, students explored energy through a paper airplane lab. In math, they reviewed their algebra skills with a competitive Connect 4 Challenge! Learning + Teamwork + a little friendly competition = a great day at GMS!
Southwest's 4th grade artists are learning all about monochromatic and complementary colors! They put their color knowledge into practice by creating some colorful paintings in art class. We love seeing their creativity shine!
Northside kindergartners have been celebrating a different color each day. Students have been dressing in the color of the day and learning so much their first few weeks of school. They are off to a terrific start. Can you guess which color day it was today?
GMS kicked off Homecoming Week with Twins Day today. Students and Staff had a blast as "besties," "thing 1 & 2," and "dress like the principal." Let's keep the BeLeaf going!
An informational parent meeting will be held on Zoom on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. for the 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. next year (June 1-4, 2027). Flyers may be picked up at the GMS front office, or you can contact Cathy Runty (cathyrunty@gmail.com or 309-945-5679) with questions. Learn more: https://aptg.co/H-G3RK
