Last call! Geneseo parents, have you taken the 5Essentials Survey yet? This annual survey provides us with meaningful feedback on how we are doing as a district. If you haven't already, please take it this week: https://www.geneseoschools.org/article/2039003
Help us keep good quality sporting equipment in circulation, provide low-cost sporting equipment, and support the Geneseo Park District Foundation! Drop your gently used sports equipment in the collection box at the Geneseo Community Center front desk now through Thursday, March 23 during regular business hours and receive one $5 voucher for your donation that can be redeemed during the swap events. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
The Geneseo school district is searching for a new kitchen manager at Millikin Elementary to begin working this school year! Among the other openings, Northside Elementary will be hiring a new Vocal Music Teacher. Learn more about these jobs and others, and apply today: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/employment
"On the Same Page," a community-wide reading project sponsored annually by GMS, will host a community potluck on Tuesday, April 8 at the middle school. This year’s community-wide read is Lasagna Means I Love You by Kate O’Shaughnessy. Make your favorite family recipes and bring them to share with other families who attend. (Please bring a copy of your recipe so people with allergies can make informed dining decisions). The GMS Book Fair will also be open that evening. Learn more: https://gcsdstaff.org/onthesamepage/
The Geneseo Dementia Task Force is hosting its 2nd Annual Mindful Strides 5K and 2 Mile Run/Walk on Saturday, April 5. The event also offer a Kids Stride for those who register. Please consider coming out with family and friends to participate in supporting those we know who are living with dementia or caregiving for a loved one with dementia. Learn more and register: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/coming-up-athletics-and-extracurriculars
Earlier this month, students had the opportunity to rehearse and perform hula hoops and jump rope shows for their classmates in PE. There were even surprise judges and a spotlight! There was so much creativity floating around! Great job!
Grade level and content area team across our entire district work together on a weekly (or more) basis. By working with coaches, interventionists, and each other, teams review data and make adjustments to instruction as a result. Pictured is the third grade team at work at Millikin Elementary.
Due to the winter storm warning for Wednesday, there will be no school for Geneseo on February 12, 2025. The make-up day will be on April 21, 2025. There will be no evening activities on Wednesday.
Ladders to Learning will be holding preschool screening dates for the 2025-26 school year on March 10, 11 and 12 at First Congregational Church in Geneseo. Appointment scheduling begins Feb. 19. To make an appointment, contact Angela Krause, Preschool Parent Coordinator, at (309) 945-0614. Learn more: https://www.geneseoschools.org/page/ladders-to-learning-preschool
Due to the anticipated freezing rain later this afternoon, the Geneseo School District will be dismissing today (February 5, 2025) one hour early. SAFE will not be in session. All after school activities for tonight are cancelled.
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
