GMS hosted our annual Career Fair for 8th graders this week. More than two dozen businesses, Geneseo Police, Chamber of Commerce, and Park District all joined our students and staff in this college and career exploration event. Thank you to all our honored guests, Mrs. Feely, Mrs. Reed, Mrs. Francque, Mrs. Plant and Mr. Mackey for all you did to make this a success.
Geneseo Middle School was honored on April 23rd with the IESA Divisional Sportsmanship Award. This is a huge honor, voted on by our surrounding districts, our competitors. It's an award that says GMS is a fun, safe and great place to compete. Thank you to all the student-athletes, parents, coaches, refs and fans, and to our AD Mr. Pardoe for creating this culture of excellence!
Leafs take on Rock Island Edison and Washington tonight in our final GMS regular season home track meet. 7th and 8th grade boys and girls had some incredible distances, jumps and times as each group took down the Rocks.
Geneseo High School’s Class of 2024 will graduate on Sunday, May 19 at 3 p.m. in a ceremony at Bob Reade Field: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1561580
Wow, the GMS Grounds look amazing! "If you use the walking track... give a little back." Thank you to all our servant leaders, including GPD, for coming to GMS this cold April morning and putting in 3 hours of hard work to make our school beautiful.
The Geneseo Education Foundation (GEF) hosted an open house on Thursday evening to celebrate its distribution of $4 million to Geneseo’s schools since 1990. Read the full story: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1559137
GMS welcomed the parents and guardians of the class of 2031 for Incoming 6th grade Parent Orientation. Our cafe was full of eager families ready for their first taste of middle school life. Please check out the GMS website for the presentation, contact info and related links.
With severe weather expected this afternoon and evening, there will be no after school activities, practices or SAFE on April 16. Thank you and stay safe!
GMS 6th grade social studies students spent time role-playing what it was like to be in the Senate during Ancient Rome. They learned about and practiced "bribing" other senate members during their simulations in order to feed their poor citizens, made plans to invade Gaul and other new or disputed territories, and debated whether they should or would build new infrastructure like aqueducts or roads.
Geneseo Middle School principal Nate O'Dell recognized five students at Thursday's Board of Education meeting for their leadership, making a positive impact at GMS, and winning a variety of awards.
Congratulations to Jacey Gehl (IESA Scholar Award), Luca Turigliatti (DAR Award), Alivia Brown (IPA Student Leader Award), Jaxson Seals (IPA Student Leader Award) and Quinn Cherry (DAR Award), all of whom also received a Maple Leaf Medallion!
Congratulations to Lillian Bellagamba and Gavin Gillespie, GMS Rotary Students of the Month. Lillian and Gavin are two phenomenal young leaders. They have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Leadership, Effort, Accountability and Focus, LEAF Skills!
Join GMS students, parents, staff, and community neighbors for our annual GMS Grounds Day to make the campus look fresh for everyone who uses the walking track throughout the spring and summer.
DATE - Saturday, April 20
TIME - 9 AM to NOON
PLEASE BRING wheelbarrows, shovels, and rakes if you can.
The Smith Studio and Gallery is hosting its 10th annual Geneseo High School art exhibition from April 9-27 with an open reception to meet the artists on April 17 from 5-7 p.m. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1540032
There is always Hope! "HOPE = Hold on, pain ends". GMS hosted The Gray Matters founder, Haley DeGreve, in grade level assemblies today. She spoke on mental health and making healthy choices, and students absolutely appreciated her authentic story. If you'd like to learn more: https://thegraymatterscollective.com
Kindergarten registration for the 2024-25 school year will begin on April 15 and close on May 10. For FAQs about the online process, a video tutorial, and other resources, visit GeneseoSchools.org: https://www.geneseoschools.org/o/geneseo/page/register-for-the-2024-25-school-year
GMS 8th grade students in Sci Tech with Mr. Pardoe were busy working on their current modules with their partners. Lots of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) module choices to help fit the interests of our students.
The GHS Jazz Show will take place this Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. General admission tickets (no reserve seating) will be sold at the door for $8 each with cash, check or debit/credit cards all accepted. Come enjoy a great night of jazz from our Middle School and High School Jazz Bands and Choirs in our Concert Hall!
The GHS Jazz Show will take place this Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. General admission tickets (no reserve seating) will be sold at the door for $8 each with cash, check or debit/credit cards all accepted. Come enjoy a great night of jazz from our Middle School and High School Jazz Bands and Choirs in our Concert Hall!
Tina Buyck, our favorite Pinks' bus service driver / Easter Bunny was nominated by a student and received a Maple Leaf Medallion from Dr. Brumbaugh for her dedication to TEACH - LEARN - CARE for her students every day. Way to go, Tina!
Best wishes for a joyous Easter weekend filled with love and happiness.
