Merry Christmas to you and your family, and very best wishes for the New Year.
5th grade students read "Pay It Forward" by Catherine Ryan Hyde and decided to have a Penny War between classes to raise money for a charity. Each student researched and selected a charity to write a persuasive essay trying to convince their classmates their charity should be selected for the donation. The students raised $942.91! The charities selected were the American Cancer Society and the Iowa City Children's Hospital. The winning essays were from Lily Putnam, Sean Hayes, Adler VanOpdorp, Sofie Diebold and Brooke Herington. Congrats!!
Due to the current wintery mix of precipitation, freezing winds, and updated timeline from the National Weather Service this morning, Geneseo CUSD 228 will not be in session today. Have a blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year!
The Geneseo High School Concert Hall has been busy this week. All three elementary schools have their Christmas Programs this week. Here are some pictures of the Southwest 4th and 5th graders performing last night!
In anticipation of a significant winter storm and in light of the National Weather Service’s weather advisory, we will be releasing students at 1 pm (1:10 pm for GMS) on Thursday afternoon, December 22.
All after-school activities and athletic practices for Thursday afternoon and evening are canceled. Additionally, there will be no afternoon preschool or SAFE on Thursday.
Any further announcements will be communicated to parents via school messenger and shared on GeneseoSchools.org, social media (Facebook and Twitter), and the usual news affiliates.
Thank you and best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday break!
These hard working 1st graders are working on "ch" words. It's so impressive to see much growth 1st graders make throughout the year with reading. The students and teachers should be very proud!
These 3rd grade students had to put on their detective hats for the "Who kidnapped Mr. Hofer?" drawing conclusions activity yesterday. They had to investigate the crime scene (principal's office) and come to a conclusion on which Southwest staff member kidnapped Mr. Hofer. We are happy to report that the 3rd graders were successful in identifying the kidnapper and Mr. Hofer has been safely returned to Southwest!
Here are some hard working elementary artists working on their paper cache birds. Love the creativity!
The City of Geneseo is currently looking to hire part-time crossing guards and crossing guard subs to help ensure the safety of our students. Primary duties include assisting children across school crosswalks, managing the steady flow of traffic, and utilizing hand signals and traffic signs on school days. To learn more and apply, please click here: https://www.cityofgeneseo.com/2022/09/06/part-time-substitute-crossing-guard-recruitment/
We are now hiring substitute school nurses to provide direct nursing services to students and staff members and maximize health and wellness in the school community. Candidates must hold a valid Illinois state license to practice as either a RN or LPN. Learn more and apply by visiting GeneseoSchools.org and clicking on Employment: https://geneseoskyward.org:448/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wsFin/rapplmnu03.w
In observance of School Board Members Day in Illinois, we show support for our Board of Education and thank the school board members who are committed to providing a local voice for our educational decisions: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/board-of-education
Our district mourns the passing of Patti McNaught, a significant contributor to our music programs over the years and the former music teacher at Millikin. Patti played accompanist with many students and spent countless hours volunteering in our community. Patti was a truly gifted musician and a kind person who impacted many, and she will be missed. https://www.vandemorefuneralhome.com/obituary/Patti-McNaught
At a Veterans Day assembly on Friday, Southwest Principal Brian Hofer welcomed over 30 veterans in attendance and introduced four students who read personal essays about the what the day means to them: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/906492
More 2nd grade students performing Contraction Surgery! This time from Southwest Elementary.
Friendly reminder: There will be no school on Tuesday, November 8, while school will be in session on Friday, November 11. Have a great week! #TeachLearnCare
SAL Community Services' Early Head Start Child Care Partnership offers comprehensive, individualized services to low-income infants and toddlers up to age 4, as well as pregnant mothers and their families in Henry County. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/897051
It's hard to believe that November is upon us. There are many exciting things happening at Southwest during the second quarter. Learn more by reading Principal Hofer's monthly newsletter: https://www.geneseoschools.org/o/se/article/891875
These 4th grade students are making plaster cloth hands in Art. Can't wait to see them once they are decorated!
We join the Illinois Principals Association (IPA) in encouraging our community to celebrate Principal Appreciation Week now through Oct. 22 and Principal Appreciation Day on Friday, Oct. 21: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/874908
To recognize the National School Lunch Program, serving nearly 30 million children each day, Geneseo’s schools are celebrating National School Lunch Week from October 10-14. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/869973
