National School Counseling Week 2025 is being celebrated this week to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and how students are different as a result of what school counselors do. Thank you to our school counselors and social workers: at GHS, Kathy Buysse, Korie Norberg, Katy Taylor, Michelle Westerdale, Hilary Anselmi (registrar); Amy Feely, Kate Reed, Jill Woulf (GMS); Samantha Mathew (Millikin); Denise Ford (Northside); Julia Stevens (Southwest).
Geneseo's schools are now hiring for the 2025-26 school year! We are looking for a new Administrative Assistant at Northside Elementary, as well as a high school Spanish teacher and middle school Science teacher. Learn more about these roles and other certified positions: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
Ten new honorees will be introduced as members of the Distinguished Alumni Class of 2025 on Monday, March 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Geneseo High School DePauw Theater. Speakers will include several of the 2025 Class and you will be amazed at the accomplishments of so many incredible GHS graduates! Learn more by visiting the event page on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/share/1BQ8FyziQk/) or emailing tmackey@geneseoschools.org.
The Geneseo Park District's winter/spring activity guide offers something for everyone! Learn more about what's available: https://www.geneseoparkdistrict.org/activity-guides
GHS students are once again raising funds and awareness through Dance Marathon for Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City. By dining-in at Geneseo's Culver's on Tuesday, February 4 from 5-8 p.m., you can help, as 10% of sales will go towards the GHS Dance Marathon!
Our 3-5 grade students had a great time learning from Dr. Brooks Gibbs on Monday afternoon. Dr. Gibbs preaches how to be emotionally resilient, even when confronted by others who are unkind. A big thank you to David Harris and the Henry County Mental Health Alliance for helping to support this opportunity! One of the pictures is three of our fifth grade students who volunteered to take part in the assembly.
Due to the forecasted wind chills for Tuesday morning, there will be no school for Geneseo on January 21. Our make-up day will be Monday, February 17. Please stay warm and be safe!
Geneseo's school district is searching for new teachers for the 2025-26 school year! We will be hiring for the following subjects/buildings: Spanish (GHS), History (GMS), Instructional Coach (District), Kindergarten (Millikin), Physical Education (GHS), Science (GMS). Learn more and apply: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
Millikin 4th graders were challenged to see if they could collect cards during the holiday season from each state and they did it! What a fun, community-building activity!
As our Board of Education searches for a new superintendent, we are seeking input from the community that the BOE and Illinois Association of School Boards will use to promote the position. Take a brief survey to share your thoughts: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1932743
Here’s to a year filled with growth, learning, and new opportunities. Wishing our students, staff, and community a joyful and successful 2025!
May your holidays be filled with warmth, peace, and joy.
Geneseo High School Baseball will be hosting a youth camp January 2-3 for 1st-8th grade players. This camp is a great opportunity to learn program fundamentals and develop skills that can be built upon. The cost is $35 for both days. Learn more and register: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
The Geneseo FFA Alumni Trivia Night will be held on Saturday, February 22 at St. Malachy's Hall with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and trivia starting at 6:00 p.m. Learn more about the event and how you can reserve a table: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
Pictured are Millikin students preparing for their upcoming Christmas program. Congratulations to all the district directors and students for all the work they have put in to their concerts.
The Seth Ernst Memorial Soccer Slam is an annual, indoor soccer tournament. The tournament committee intends to grow and enhance the soccer experience for players and fans at all levels. The event organizers can help interested soccer players ages 6-8 with placement on a team! Learn more about the tournament and submit player information: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
5th grade students researched their favorite charity, wrote a persuasive essay, and delivered a speech to their classmates. Students then raised funds with the money raised going to the "winning charities." Students did a great job writing, public speaking, and advocating for a cause close to their hearts.
GHS Softball is thrilled to invite girls in 1st through 8th grades to join them for two days of softball fun and skill-building January 2 and 3, 2025 at the Geneseo Foundation Activity Center (GFAC). The camp fee is $35, 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. Learn more and register: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1911495
Southwest Elementary is searching for an Instructional Math Aide to assist teachers and work with individual students or in small groups. Learn more about that role and other openings within the Geneseo school district: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
Join the Quad City Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, January 11 at 11:00 a.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr. Center in Rock Island for a 45-minute family concert for kids ages 0-7, where moving, grooving, and making noise is welcomed! Learn more and purchase tickets: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
