Congratulations to our most recent recipients of a Maple Leaf Medallion at Millikin Elementary. We would like to recognize Nurse Sara, Mrs. Hepner, Miss Rogers, and Miss V for their dedication to the students and staff at Millikin and for showing Teach - Learn - Care every day.
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to the Taste of Preschool Event. The Taste of Preschool was the first of four parent opportunities for parents of our preschool students. Families got to enjoy some good food and then got to see a day in the life of a preschooler. Fun!
Congrats to our GHS Students of the Week. These individuals were nominated by staff for the positive impact they have in their classroom.
Congrats to Colin Orwig and Kara Sancken on receiving the Elks Student of the Month for November. These students were nominated by staff for their outstanding character and work ethic in the classroom.
The Geneseo Police Department will be hosting its annual Christmas toy drive from December 1-9. Drop off new and unwrapped gifts (ages kindergarten to 12th grade) at the police department, Geneseo Middle School, or Reap & Sow Nutrition. Donations will be distributed throughout Geneseo's schools. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
GMS honored and celebrated Veterans Day by listening to a special message read by Mr. Puls, a GMS 6th grade social studies teacher who is also a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. Students and staff also recognized family members and friends who are or were Veterans by honoring them with stars including information such as their name, branch, rank, and any conflict during their service. Thank you to all who served and thanks to our GMS social studies teachers for helping our students understand why we honor our military veterans for their service.
Register your child for free books! Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by gifting books free of charge to children from birth to age five. Enroll your child by visiting the front desk at the Geneseo Public Library (805 North Chicago Street). Signing up can only be done in person. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
To wrap up our Socktober sock drive, 5th grade welcomed a guest speaker from the Geneseo/Atkinson Food Pantry. We learned about all the items they provide to those in need in our community and were able to present them with over 2,000 pairs of socks due to our generous Millikin families. School nurses in all buildings will also receive a bag of socks for emergencies. It feels good to help others!
Geneseo High School celebrated and honored those who have served in the United States Armed Forces at a Veterans Day assembly on Monday morning. Read more and watch video of the assembly: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1869109
Congratulations to our October Students of the Month. These boys and girls have been doing an amazing job at Northside. We are so proud of their positive attitude, hard work, and kindness to others. This group is destined to do amazing things in the future.
We celebrate, honor and thank our nation's veterans for their willingness to sacrifice and serve.
Congrats to our students of the week. These students were recognized by staff for making a positive impact in the classroom.
Our 6th grade Class of 2031 is going to Medieval Times! Students raised enough funds selling pies and cookie dough to reserve a trip to Schaumburg, Illinois this spring for some jousting, feasting and fun. Congrats 6th grade.
Congratulations Jessica Jansen on receiving a Maple Leaf Medallion from Dr. Adam Brumbaugh today. Mrs. Jansen is the GMS and District 228 Head RN Nurse. She is a rock of knowledge and wisdom, a true servant leader, and that caring and kind nurse our kids need!
Under the instruction of Sam Bush and Missy Jackson, 7th grade geography students worked in groups to come up with a total of 46 designs for a new state flag. Their classmates voted to determine the top three, which have since been submitted to the State of Illinois. Learn more about the project: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1859044
In honor of Veterans Day, Geneseo High School will host an assembly on November 11 at 10 a.m. for local vets and Aisle of Flag volunteers. Honorees and their families are invited to arrive at 9:40 a.m. for coffee and drinks and enter through the Performing Arts Center doors. If you have questions, please contact Tara Laingen (tlaingen@geneseoschools.org).
Jessi Haars, Geneseo Middle School 7th grade ELA teacher, was nominated for and received a Maple Leaf Medallion. She was honored by her student, Hailey Olson, who nominated her for the award along with GMS principal, Mr. O'Dell. Congratulations to Mrs. Haars for displaying Teach - Learn - Care every day at GMS!
Mrs. Ryerson's class had a great time hanging out with their Kindergarten buddies in Mrs. Vermost's class. They read books to their partner and had a fantastic time. Our Kindergarten students were definitely in awe of their older buddies and enjoyed the time as well.
It's Election Day 2024 at GMS! All students in grades 6, 7, and 8 are casting their mock ballot for president at the GMS polling station today. Students learned about the candidates through discussion and conducting their own research, and then cast their vote for president. Crazy at is sounds, any 8th grader already 14 years old will be eligible to vote in 2028, wow! Special thank you to our Social Studies Teachers and Mrs. DePauw for giving students an exciting sneak preview into our election process.
GHS will be offering a fan bus for students to ride to Ottawa on Tuesday, Nov. 5 for the girls volleyball sectional. Cost for the ride is $10 and the bus will leave at 4:15 p.m. from the GHS front doors. Students will still need to purchase a ticket to get into the game ($8 at game or online). Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
