Tuesday, April 28
Prom Tickets:
Attention Juniors and Seniors - Tickets will be sold in the Main Lobby during the following times this week: Tuesday before school 7:30 am - 7:55 am and after school 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm, Wednesday before school 7:30 am - 7:55 am and Thursday after school 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm. Cash or Check will be accepted. SENIORS - you are still required to get a ticket during our sales times but the cost of your ticket will be covered by the Class of 2026.
Fine Arts Signing Day:
We will have a Fine Arts Signing Day during WIN on May 8 for any seniors that are continuing their involvement in the fine arts at the college level. This includes band, choir, theater, or other performing or visual arts. If you would like to participate, stop by the Assistant Principal’s Office to pick up a form or find the link in your student email from Mrs. Emmerson. The deadline to sign up is this Friday, May 1.
Attention Seniors – Graduation Honors Accessories:
If you are a member of NHS, NTHS, Illinois State Scholar, earned your Silver Cord, or are entering the military, please stop by the Front Office before or after school or during passing times to pick up your Honors Accessories to wear at graduation. Please pick a time that works in your schedule because we cannot write passes if you arrive late for your next class.
Study Hall Release:
Study Hall Release will begin for Sophomore, Junior, and Senior students on Friday, May 1st. Students who are required to stay will receive notices this week. If you do not receive a notice, you do not have to report to Study Hall. Please check the announcement board outside the Front Office for more info.
Serving Detentions Opportunities:
Officer Berthoud will be offering detention on Wednesday, April 29, from 12:00 to 3:00 in the cafeteria commons. Students who attend will earn double time. Please bring homework or something to read. Sleeping will not be allowed. This Saturday will be GMS Grounds Day. Students can work from 9:00 am to Noon at GMS to get double time credit for discipline. Students are to arrive at the GMS main entrance by 9:00 am dressed to work outside. Pizza will be provided for lunch.
Music Festival Queen Pageant:
Information forms for the annual Geneseo Music Festival Queen Pageant are available in the Front Office. The Geneseo Rotary-sponsored pageant is Friday, June 19 in City Park, and the pageant is open to Geneseo High School graduating seniors. Scholarships from the Rotary Club will be awarded to the Queen and four runners-up. Forms will be accepted in the GHS Front Office through Friday, May 22.
Workshop Opportunity:
Are you looking to enhance your mental and physical performance in your sport and activities? Join us for a night of fellowship, community, and growth on May 18th from 6 to 8 pm in the GFAC. Delivered is hosting a workshop open to athletes, students, coaches, and teachers centered on mental health, performance, identity, and purpose. You'll learn practical tools to build confidence, manage pressure, and perform your best when it matters most--whether in competition, practice, off-season, or in-season. Open to all athletes, students, coaches, and teachers--come grow, connect, boost your performance, and take a step toward becoming your best. For more information, see the flyers posted around the school or contact students, Jaxson Seals, Claire Swanson, or Lilly Brown for more information.
Silver Cord Opportunity – Park District:
Volunteer opportunities with the Geneseo Park District are listed on the Announcements Board in the hall outside the Front Office.
Silver Cord Opportunity – Food Pantry:
Looking for a place to complete Silver Cord hours? The Geneseo-Atkinson Food Pantry is in need of volunteers on Monday evenings, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Please contact Nicole at the Food Pantry, 309-944-3165 or email: geneseopantry1@gmail.com
Silver Cord Opportunity – Henry County Humane Society:
The Henry County Humane Society is looking for volunteers! Earn Silver Cord hours while helping animals in need. Applications are available on the Henry County Humane Society website.
Here are the main dishes on our lunch lines:
Darnall’s Diner
Soft Shell Taco
Green Machine Grill
Hamburger
Cheeseburger
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Eisenberg Hot Dog
Green & White Deli
Deli Sandwiches
Chef Salads
Uncrustables
Taco Salad