Northside Elementary

Get ready to swing into action at the upcoming Geneseo High School Softball Camp! We're thrilled to invite girls in 1st through 8th grades to join us for two days of softball fun and skill-building from December 22-23 at the Geneseo Foundation Activity Center (GFAC).

The camp fee is $40, 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. Whether your daughter is a seasoned player or just starting out in the sport, this camp is designed to cater to all skill levels. Learn more and register: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars

Today we honor all who have served — past and present — including the veterans who serve our community through their work in our schools:

Mike Harrington, GHS (Army)
Beverly Jacobs, GHS (Army)
Alyssa Johnson, CUSD 228 (Army)
George Marquez, GMS (Army)
Tyler Puls, GMS (Marines)
Dan Rakestraw, GHS (Army)

Mrs. O's 3rd graders have been working hard on a two-step word problem project! Students collaborated to design their real-world problems using both addition and subtraction. They showed teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving as they applied what they’ve learned in a fun way.

Northside Elementary students wrapped up the first quarter with excitement, laughter, and well-deserved celebration! After months of hard work, dedication, and growth, our students came together to enjoy a fun-filled time recognizing their achievements and positive behavior.

Congratulations to the Northside October Students of the Month. We are incredibly proud of these students and their accomplishments. They have worked hard, been kind friends, and been positive leaders here at school. We will celebrate them at our Student of the Month Breakfast on Friday, November 7th at 7:30 in the Co-Lab

This weekend, DICK’S Sporting Goods is offering IHSA schools, coaches, student-athletes, and their families an exclusive discount of 20% off throughout the store!

To access this offer, print the coupon, which is valid in-store from Friday, October 24 to Monday, October 27, and must be shown at the register during checkout: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars

Congratulations to our September Students of the Month. We are so proud of you for being leaders at Northside and doing your very best each day. Keep up the good work! We can't wait to celebrate with you at our Student of the Month Breakfast on November 7th @ 7:30 in our colab.

Get ready for a spooky and safe night at Geneseo High School! The Geneseo FFA is excited to host its first-ever Haunt the Halls event on Friday, October 24, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Join them for an evening packed with fun, frights, and fall festivities for all ages, all indoors and away from that unpredictable October weather! Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars

Bookfair week is always one of the best times of the year for students big and small. Thank you so much Northside PTA for making sure every student gets a book, to all our volunteers, and to every family who came to our Family Reading Night. It was so much fun!!!

We remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the heroes who responded with courage and compassion.

Structured Support at Northside is having fun getting back into the swing of things. Spray bottle art and popsicle painting outside with Mrs. Landry and establishing morning classroom routine with Mrs. Brown and classmates. Exciting start to the school year at Northside.

This Labor Day, we recognize the dedication and effort of workers across every field. A heartfelt thank you to those in our schools who go above and beyond to educate, guide, and support. Your work matters — and we are grateful.

Preschool is off and running and having a great time. Mrs. Masterson's class is full of energy, excitement, and curiosity. They definitely enjoyed their first week of school.

Beginning August 20, the front entrance of the Geneseo Foundation Activity Center (GFAC) will be closed for the installation of new doors. The project is expected to take 2-3 weeks and visitors will need to enter through the building's south door until it is completed.

We’re thrilled to welcome Monica Furlong, a special education coordinator who will work in GHS, GMS and Northside Elementary.

Dr. Furlong attended Lincoln College, Illinois State University, Roosevelt University and Aurora University, and she has 20 years of experience in education, serving in roles as a special education teacher, assistant director of special education, director of special education, and building principal.

“I'm so excited to be a part of such a family and student-centered community. My husband works at the high school and our son attends elementary school in Geneseo so we are highly invested in the community,” said Dr. Furlong. “I'm eager to work here because I have seen first-hand all the amazing teachers and their hard work they put in for our students. I'm excited for my role to support staff, students, and to continue to grow our special education programming so all students succeed. My goals include continuing the great things happening in Geneseo while providing coaching, resources, and supports to staff, students, and families.”

Please join us in welcoming Carrie Brown, who will be teaching life skills at Northside Elementary.

Mrs. Brown is a Loras College graduate and has a variety of professional experience, including giving swimming lessons for 30 years and helping her husband with their business, Second Chance CPR. She is a certified CPR, BLS, First AID and AED instructor through the American Heart Association.

“I am really looking forward to being at Northside Elementary School,” said Mrs. Brown. “I can't wait to be with the kids and staff! I have amazing people that I will be working with and I look forward to supporting my students in achieving their educational goals.”

We are happy to welcome back Emilee Conduff, who will be teaching the 4th grade at Northside Elementary.

Mrs. Conduff earned her undergraduate degree from Monmouth College and recently completed her master’s degree in educational leadership at Western Illinois University. She taught 1st grade for the Rock Island-Milan school district for a year, then spent five years teaching 3rd and 1st grades in Geneseo at Northside before taking a year to be home with her first daughter. In both districts, she had the opportunity to serve on building leadership teams that helped her grow as a professional and person.

“I am so excited to be returning to the classroom this fall, but I am especially excited to return to the Geneseo school district as a result of the strong sense of community and connection that the district and town as a whole provides,” said Mrs. Conduff. “What I love most about teaching are the ‘aha’ moments when a student truly understands a concept or accomplishes a personal goal. It’s so incredibly rewarding to watch students' confidence grow as they realize what they are capable of. I also love building relationships with my students and creating a classroom environment where they know just how happy I am to see them each day. The community of Geneseo is the one in which I have always dreamed of investing in and raising my family in since growing up here, and so I am so thankful to have the opportunity to be back in the school district.”

Geneseo CUSD #228 and Henry-Stark Counties Special Education District #801 are looking to hire three classroom aides to work in our elementary schools: -- Special Education Preschool -- Elementary Life Skills -- Elementary Special Education Our district is also searching for new athletic coaches and after school childcare (SAFE) aides. Learn more about all of these roles and apply today: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment https://www.hscsed.org/jobs