Lots of learning mixed with some fun at GMS including 8th grade science students learning about the chemical reactions that occur to freeze ice cream and the hard work and persistence needed to churn it by hand.
One of the Board of Education's goals for 2023-24 is to "allocate additional resources to increase early childhood education opportunities for students." Geneseo's Early Childhood Education Expansion Committee is working towards doing just that: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1385074
GMS 7th grade students in Mr. Hamilton's art classes made "sticky note murals" that you can check out for a limited time if you're at GMS. They're SUPER COOL!!!
Interested in earning a little extra income, or finding a job that aligns with your student's school schedule? Our Food Service team is looking for new members in a variety of roles from cooking to cleanup to begin working in early 2024. Learn more and apply now:
https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
GMS 7th grade student, Hunter Hoover, was presented with a Maple Leaf Medallion by Mr. O'Dell recently. He was nominated by Mr. Reyes for being a fantastic teammate and leader in Lego League this year displaying TEACH - LEARN - CARE to his teammates, sponsors, classmates, and teachers each day. WAY TO GO HUNTER!!!
7th and 8th grade bands and choirs welcomed a packed house Concert Hall today for a very merry GMS Holiday Concert. Thanks to our directors Ms. Croft, Mrs. Hawkins and Mrs. Kotovsky, sound and lights Mr. Lord, and to all parents and grandparents for your incredible time and support.
GMS Agriculture Club 8th grade student leaders introduced themselves and shared an invitation to all 6th & 7th grade students to attend their next meeting. Our GMS Ag Club is sponsored by Mrs. VanOpdorp and meets twice a month.
Opening tip for our annual ERIC DIETRICH MEMORIAL 8th grade boys basketball tournament!!! Check out our GMS 8th grade boys teams all day at GFAC. Good luck to our GMS players and coaches!!!
For the fourth year in a row, Geneseo Middle School is hosting a holiday gift drive in conjunction with the Geneseo Police Department that will benefit families in need throughout the Geneseo school district. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1358071
On Saturday, November 18th, GMS hosted the first ever Geneseo Middle School Honor Band Festival. There were 86 students representing 15 different schools at the event. Students began rehearsing at 9:00 am and performed a concert at 4:00 pm. The guest conductor for the day was Mr. Chip De Stefano, band director at McCracken Middle School in Skokie, IL. He and the students worked hard all day and their performance was outstanding! We are looking forward to making this an annual event, hosted in our amazing fine arts facilities at GHS. Congratulations to ALL of our GMS students who were selected and thank you to Mrs. Hawkins, Mrs. Kotovsky, and GHS band members for organizing and hosting the event.
Happy Thanksgiving! Best wishes to you and your family for a happy, healthy, and hearty day.
GMS 8th grade students were able to get a sneak preview of their class options next year when GHS students and teachers visited GMS this week for the "GHS Elective Fair" organized by Mrs. Feely and Mrs. Reed. It was FANTASTIC for students to see and hear about their future options with pre-registration just a couple months away for the Class of 2028!!!
To recognize the outstanding efforts of the nearly 6,000 elected school board members throughout the state, November 15 of each year is designated as "School Board Members Day" in Illinois. Learn about Geneseo's BOE: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1338871
What a week at GMS! 6th grade picked up and delivered pies and found out they are on their way to Medieval Times, 7th graders are writing their own stories up and down the hallway, and 8th grade is having their great cake cookoff decorating contest in FACS classes. #BeLEAF
What a week at GMS! 6th grade picked up and delivered pies and found out they are on their way to Medieval Times, 7th graders are writing their own stories up and down the hallway, and 8th grade is having their great cake cookoff decorating contest in FACS classes. #BeLEAF
GMS hosted our 2nd MAP Math Accelerator reward day today. 360 students, more than half the school, earned a goodie bag, free time with friends, and a ticket for some fresh air and fun later this week. Great job GMS, and kudos to our math teachers for all their efforts building problem solving skills!
On this Veterans Day, we honor and we thank all who have served our Nation.
Geneseo Middle School wrapped up a very successful volleyball season recently. And the end of this season marks the end of an era as coaches Karna Frerichs and Michelle Glazier are both retiring. They combined for over 50 years of coaching experience and were honored and thanked by players, fans, and parents at the final home games. Congratulations and THANK YOU to Mrs. Frerichs and Mrs. Glazier for your decades of service to and support of Geneseo student-athletes. We'll miss you and wish you the VERY BEST in retirement!!!
An innovative, modernized approach to teaching, learning, grading, and reporting is being piloted by 30 teachers throughout Geneseo's three elementary schools, middle school and high school. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/1324840
The tombs of Ancient Egypt were re-opened this past week for 6th grade sessions day. Students designed Cartouches, wrote in Hieroglyphics, spoke modern Egyptian Arabic, and Mummified apples. It was an awesome day of exploration across all subject areas.
