SEL on Wheels! #SELin205
Reminder: Tuesday, April 13 we will be administrating the SAT to all Juniors and for Seniors who have signed up to take the SAT. All other students will be doing remote learning only on Tuesday. Meal pick-up will be available at GHS from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at West Circle Dr.
SEL on Wheels! #SELin205
Ashon Bradford, Professor of Sociology & Anthropology at Knox College presented to our students on how hip-hop influences culture, politics, education & social justice movements. This presentation was offered by our 21st Century program in partnership with the Galesburg NAACP.
SEL on Wheels! #SELin205
We’re reimagining our community by prioritizing SEL during these times of COVID. A tremendous thank you to our leaders in this area in CUSD #205.
#SELday #SELin205
GHS North is so very excited to celebrate our three 2021 graduates that finished all requirements after term 3. We can't wait to see what the future holds for you!
SEL on Wheels! #SELin205
GHS North students celebrated improved attendance on Friday with basketball and playground fun!
Upcoming Dates to Remember:
Friday, March 26, 2021 : One Hour Early Dismissal (K-12)
Friday, April 2, 2021: No Student Attendance (PrekK-12)
Monday, April 5, 2021: No Student Attendance (PreK-12)
Do you have any CUSD #205 Library books at home? Please return books to any school! You can send them with your student or drop them off at the front office! Thank you!
We were excited to show some of the Galesburg Area Vocational Center staff members and GHS counselors how the new space is coming along!
Students in Mr. Lencioni's class were Roman Gladiators today! Participants both at at home and in-person answered questions about life and battle in Ancient Rome and also chose their own adventure.
Happy Birthday, Mrs. Ritchie!
SEL on Wheels! #SELin205
Pi Day is celebrated on March 14th (3/14) around the world. Pi (π) is the symbol used in mathematics to represent a constant-the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter-which is approximately 3.14159. Mrs. Grubb's math classes celebrated Pi Day today, a day late.
SEL on Wheels #SELin205
Mrs. Grubb's Algebra 1B class is factoring trinomials today through a game of Bingo. Students must solve each equation and then find the answer to the equation on their board. Who will call BINGO first?!
We love celebrating kids with good old fashioned snail mail. Who will receive one of our new *happy news* postcards next?
Today Mrs. Gray (Site Coordinator of the 21st Century Grant Program), hosted a panel of members of the NAACP for students and educators to discuss the difference between equity and equality.
Black history is more than a month at GHS North.
SEL on Wheels! We hope to see you! #SELin205
Happy 41st birthday weekend to Ms. Wills, GHS N School Counselor!
Today Ms. E's students in Environmental Science learned about water resources and their own water footprint. They also measured the level of various contaminants in water from a variety of sources.
Individualized college preparation in progress ⏫
GHS North is eager and ready to welcome additional in-person learners on February 22nd!
SEL on Wheels is canceled today, we hope to see you tomorrow! Stay warm! #SELin205
CUSD # 205 Families: All classes will be held virtually today, Tuesday, February 16, 2021. There will be no in-person instruction. No meal distribution today, Tuesday, February 16, 2021.
Today was a great day in #205!
SEL on Wheels.
All CUSD #205 buildings will be closed on Friday, February 5, 2021.
There will be no in-person instruction.
All classes will be held virtually, students will follow their virtual schedule.
There will be no meal distribution on Friday, February 5, 2021.
SEL on Wheels is canceled tonight! (Thursday, February 4, 2021)
This week we celebrate our School Counselors!
GHS North is decked out and excited to welcome Group A in-person learners today! So happy to have students "Among Us"!
#SELin205
We hope our own Mrs. Patterson has a wonderful day!!!
***Due to inclement weather, SEL on Wheels will not be available this evening. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday! #SELin205
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We at GHS North are so incredibly proud of our mid year graduates. They persevered through a multitude of challenges. The future will be brighter because of them!
CUSD#205 Food distribution site locations and times will be changing on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Please note: No food distribution on Monday, January 18, 2021.
#SELin205
Mrs. Heather Grubb has joined the GHS North faculty as a math teacher. Mrs. Grubb is a graduate of GHS and CSC. She completed her bachelor's degree at Monmouth College, and pursued teacher certification at Western Governors University. We are so happy to have you, Mrs. Grubb!
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We hope you enjoy the CUSD #205 Virtual Band Holiday Concert https://youtu.be/GSu0Z3-6cXc
The GHS North holiday party is AWESOME! From us to you--we wish you all a wonderful Winter Break!
A most sincere thank you goes to Pam Perkins and other generous donors from Trinity Lutheran Church in Galesburg. Because of your generosity, GHS North students received gift cards and beautiful quilts crafted with love this holiday season.
Happy Holidays from GHS North!
#SELin205
Happy birthday to GHS 21st Century Grant Site Coordinator Mrs. Gray!
Come see us! #SELin205
Congrats to Brennan A. and Daijha S. for rocking E-Learning this week!
Also, click here for a weekly message from Mrs. Ritchie: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ShL7-_wY5L3Efl3AaDFtZ4oK-xry8t2_/view?usp=sharing
Dr. Asplund shares more information about the parent survey in his weekly video this week.
https://youtu.be/LA0ZNsiricU
Check out the SEL on Wheels schedule for the week! #SELin205
Today is midterm of term 2, GHS North friends and family! Remember that it is not too late to get help and get back on track if you need it. We have services available for you! Today we also recognize some students that are working hard and rocking E-Learning. Way to go!
Grab your mask and come see us this week! #SELin205
Today we celebrate Mr. McDonald!
If you come to see us, please remember to wear your mask! #SELin205
Happy Thanksgiving, from GHS North to all of you!
Click to view Mrs. Ritchie's November 20th Message:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15mPgRi9uuCCgLTS4rAVJU4x2v5jZQu9N/view?usp=sharing
Savanna A. is part of the Power UP program at North. She is meeting individually with Ms. Wills to complete her individual graduation and career planning meeting. Savanna A. heads off to boot camp in January to serve our country.
Welcome, Mrs. Gray!
With colder temps approaching and winter on its way, SEL on Wheels will be moving to some indoor facilities around the community. #SELin205
Happy Birthday, Mr. Lencioni!
11/13/20 Video Message from Mrs. Ritchie: https://bit.ly/3lxjlXT
Also, happy World Kindness Day! Kindness is the best *free* gift you always have to give. Here's why you should give it: https://youtu.be/O9UByLyOjBM
Artwork on graphic created by GHS N student, Sara M.
Way to go, gentlemen!
***Due to inclement weather, SEL on Wheels is canceled tonight. We look forward to seeing students on Thursday, November 12, 2020! #SELin205
***Due to inclement weather SEL on Wheels is canceled tonight. We look forward to seeing students on Thursday, November 12, 2020! #SELin205
Does your student have a need that SEL on Wheels can help with? Here is the schedule for the upcoming week! #SELin205
Meet Mr. McDonald, GHS North English Teacher!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GEqWKPxPBwYYMjzQkeRC9UFpcdP30Vy6/view?usp=sharing
Congratulations to our student that is really excelling this past week, Sara M! Sara M. also kicks off our "Why North?" content on social media. Each month we will share details about one or two GHS North students. Check out Mrs. Ritchie's video today for more info!
SEL on Wheels, 10/19-10/23
Reminder!
Do you have any Galesburg CUSD #205 Library books at home?
Way to go!
Attn: Seniors!
Completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now a graduation requirement. Today, on October 1st, it is now available for completion. Go to the North Counselor Classroom for info on what to do. Ms. Wills is ready to help/answer questions.
Students of the week are Vic P. and Jessey G. Vic P. won the gift card for her efforts. Keep it up, GHS North!
Part 2: Self-Care at GHS North
Self-Care Saturday
Way to go!
Get a good night's sleep and eat breakfast before you go. Remember your mask, calculator, and ID.
Use the new GHS North App for immediate access to the sources for important information linked in one convenient location. Follow the directions included below to download the app to your device. Here is the link to the app: https://tinyurl.com/GHSNorthApp
Student Attendance Update!
***Parents will no longer need to enter attendance for their child beginning on Monday, September 21, 2020
CUSD #205 E-Learning begins tomorrow! Please note: The previous post had an incorrect email. The correct email for support is in the picture. Thank you! #THISis205
CUSD # 205 E-Learning starts tomorrow! #THISis205
The Student Supply bags are almost ready for pick-up! Thank you to all the staff and volunteers who have made this possible for CUSD #205 students! #THISis205
The graphics are up in the new GHS Servery! #THISis205
Parents/Guardians: Galesburg CUSD #205 will be providing the necessary school supplies to be used during the 2020-2021 school year for each registered student. More information will be provided when supply pick up dates are set in the near future.
Social and Emotional Learning isn’t something that should only be learned and practiced at school. SEL skills are life skills, too. Skills like empathy, self-control, and decision-making are used throughout our lives. #SELin205
Stay Connected: Please make sure you have the correct email and phone number in Skyward Family Access! If you need help with your login or password, please email webmaster@galesburg205.org for assistance!
The Knox County Summer Lunch Program is available from June 1-August 7! The program is for every child in Knox County. For questions, please contact the United Way of Knox County.
Here is the Galesburg High School 2020 Commencement video! Congratulations to all the graduates! #GHSClassof2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSpv5u3w1Hs&feature=youtu.be
Congratulations to all the award winners this year! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wHIo8HPdRPu3uclUI67Cm1d0bsl6UqeY/view?usp=sharing
Thank you to Laurie Aten and Russ Ullrich for producing the senior slideshow, an important part of every GHS graduation. https://bit.ly/2ZxKylh
This last day of school is certainly different than any that came before it. Despite this, CUSD #205 teachers and staff, families, and most importantly, students, rose up and made the best of new and sometimes difficult situations. Enjoy your summer and be safe!
CUSD #205 is putting Social Emotional Learning first. We need your input on our work and vision statement. Please watch a quick video at https://youtu.be/6aHFphnU2ho . Then take the survey by clicking https://forms.gle/51MpxCWHEM51mQpk7 Thank you! #SELin205
Message from Mr. Spring May 13
https://youtu.be/pfOX-f7pa74
Mr. Houston and Mr. Spring have a joint message today for the Class of 2020! https://youtu.be/yfBwmyiGhUo
We hope you enjoy the 2020 GHS Art Show! There are so many talented students and we are thrilled to be able to share their work! https://sites.google.com/galesburg205.org/galesburghighschoolartshow2020/home
Message from Mr. Spring May 5
https://youtu.be/IMtVbSXF-Sg
The weather decided it was time for a day indoors! Don't let the rain and clouds stop you from checking out all the grade level choice boards! Click the link, and share a picture with us when you complete an activity! https://sites.google.com/galesburg205.org/choice-boards/home
May 4th-8th is Teacher Appreciation Week, and we have started the celebration early. #205 teachers were able to present a check to the Galesburg FISH Food Pantry. District #205 made the donation of $5 per #205 staff member, totaling $3,145. Through this gift that will serve so many in need, our intention is to convey our appreciation for you all!
We are thinking of you GHS CLASS OF 2020! #classof2020
Message from Mr. Spring April 21
https://youtu.be/eIrPrjymUIQ
#GHSCLASSOF2020 #Bethelight
Governor Pritzker has announced that schools in Illinois will remain closed for the rest of the school year. We will send out more information as it becomes available. The weekly video message from Dr. Asplund is now available at the following link https://youtu.be/-ZxeaJJVQVA
Galesburg High School and the WB6 Conference will take part in the nationwide #bethelight movement this Friday, April 17. The lights @F&M Bank Stadium will be turned on from 8 to 8:20 p.m. to provide a beautiful sign of hope and to honor the 2020 Senior Class. #GHSClassof2020
Message from Mr. Spring April 15
https://youtu.be/r6G3RLebpzw
Parents and Guardians, please click the following link to view the weekly message from Dr. Asplund! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwCKBS1kxmY
Message from Mr. Spring April 8
https://youtu.be/skIPFckXAdM
Message from Mr. Spring April 6
https://youtu.be/ZP6-vZLt4ao
Even more so in these difficult times, CUSD #205 puts your child's health, safety, and emotional well-being as the primary focus. Each week we will share information with you about how to help your child cultivate these important goals. School leaders and teachers will also keep Social and Emotional Learning at the forefront during this time. View this video for a quick introduction to SEL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikehX9o1JbI
CUSD #205 Parents and Guardians, Dr. Asplund has some reminders for you today in his weekly video update! https://youtu.be/5bn6QUba_l4
Class of 2020, you are on our minds. This memory video was done by senior, Kalie W! Thank you! Seniors, if you have a video you have made or pictures, please send them to homelearning@galesburg205.org so we can continue to share. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LShJLPxA460
Today is International #SELday! Let's help focus attention and awareness on the importance of gaining and using these Social and Emotional skills in our homes! #SEL
Class of 2020, Dr. Asplund has a message for you!
http://bit.ly/3182020message
The CUSD #205 FAMILY has been busy working hard at home! Thank you for all the pictures! We hope you are inspired to try something new at home with your students!
We know all of our students are experiencing a new way of learning at home. Share what your students are doing at home by sending an email to HomeLearning@galesburg205.org. We may share your ideas, photos and videos with our school community!
Please click the link below for information of Corona/COVID19 for families of GHS North
bit.ly/northcovid
Governor Pritzker has just informed all Illinois school districts that schools will be closed Tuesday, March 17, 2020 and through Monday, March 30, 2020. The district is developing a remote learning plan and will be notifying parents shortly with details.
For up to date information on COVID-19 from Galesburg CUSD #205, please visit http://galesburgil.apptegy.us/o/galesburg-cusd-205/page/pandemic-preparedness.
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
We hope you can join us and support the Galesburg Boys Basketball team tomorrow, March 3 at Theil Gymnasium! The IHSA regional game starts at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $5.00. All Sport passes, student activity passes, season tickets and faculty/staff passes will not be accepted.
The 2019-2020 School year calendar has two built in emergency days during the month of March, March 12 & March 13. Dr. Asplund has decided to change the emergency days to non student attendance days. To clarify, there will be no student attendance on March 12 & March 13.
Come show your support tonight for the Galesburg Girls Basketball team! Regional action starts tonight at Thiel Gymnasium! Galesburg will play Rock Island at approximately 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $5.00. All sport passes, student activity passes, season tickets, and faculty/staff passes will not be accepted.
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
Thank you to the 21st Century Grant Coordinator Kisha Boyd for the posters at Galesburg High School to recognize Black History Month!
If you know a 4-12th grade male student who may be interested in choir, we encourage you to bring them to the first annual Tenor/Bass Bash!
The Galesburg High School Boys basketball vs. Rock Island that was scheduled for tonight has been postponed. We will let you know when the make-up date is scheduled!
Stacy Brown, VP of Behavioral Health Services and Vicki Rose, Director of Outpatient at Bridgeway, Inc. joined GHS Assistant Principal, Mindi Ritchie to kick off the teen Mental Health First Aid Program at GHS!
On behalf of the students, staff and myself at GHS North, we want to publicly thank Matthew and Sarah Hansen of the Knox County Brewing Company for their kindness, commitment to building community by “Doing Good Work”, and overwhelming generosity to our students. Their efforts during their Be Generous gift card drive raised over $1200 for our students and staff. It is local businesses like the Knox County Brewing Company that make Galesburg and Knox County a great place to call home . From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this Christmas a little brighter for all of us. #begenerous #dogoodwork #KCBC #thankyou #MerryChristmas
Huge thank you to Trinity Lutheran Church for providing angel tree gifts to some of our North students. Such a blessing!
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
Construction crews hit a one inch high pressurized gas line. Ameren is on the scene with Galesburg Police department. As a precaution students were evacuated from Wicall and the East Side of Galesburg High School. The line has been clamped and there is no longer a concern. We want to remind you that safety is our number one concern. School will dismiss at regular time today.
Thank you.
Come support Galesburg CUSD #205 students and get into the Holiday Spirit! We hope to see you!
Just a reminder:
Monday 11/25/19 Regular Attendance
Tuesday 11/26/19 One Hour Early Dismissal
Wednesday 11/27/19 No School
Thursday 11/28/19 No School
Friday 11/29/19 No School
Reminder: No school on Monday, November 11, 2019. Classes resume on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
Reminder: CUSD #205 K-12 buildings will be on a Half Day Dismissal schedule on Thursday, October 31, 2019. http://bit.ly/205buildingtimes
This week is National Principal Appreciation Week! Please join us and thank each and every one of our principals and assistant principals for all their hard work and dedication to Galesburg CUSD #205. We appreciate all you do!
REMINDER: Thursday, October 17 and Friday, October 18 are both 1 Hour Early Dismissal Days for CUSD #205 Schools. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/455925/Early_Outs.pdf
The FFA is ready to serve you! Grab a bite, vote for your favorite decorated pumpkin and stay for the football game! Bundle up and join us!
The GHS Girls Tennis team begins post season play today! Good luck!
October 2 is School Custodian Appreciation Day! We are thankful for all the wonderful Custodians in Galesburg CUSD #205!
The Football games scheduled for 9/27/19 have been postponed until 9/28/19. Freshmen game will begin at 9 a.m. and the Varsity game will follow at 11 a.m. Once a decision is made on the location of the assembly and the status of the the Homecoming parade, we will let you know!
We are currently experiencing internet issues within District #205. There was a internet cable cut between Monmouth and Macomb. This is causing a disruption with Skyward as well. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Thank you to Galesburg Police and Fire for grilling out for our students today!
September 25 is National Food Service Workers Day! Thank you to all the food service employees in District #205
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADd83H3k0iw
Homecoming decade and jersey day!
Thank you ALTRUSA for the wonderful cooking lesson!
We want your feedback! Please click on the link to take the 5/6 Curriculum survey! http://bit.ly/lombardsurvey
Galesburg Schools will be on a one hour early dismissal schedule on Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20. Thank you
Homecoming preparations are under way at Galesburg High School! We would like to thank Mrs. Jesse Kenney for coming to teach students how to make a corsage for the upcoming dance!
Social Studies teacher, Mr. Lencioni, took on the role of a soldier to explain significant battles to his students today!
Daily Announcements-http://topaz.galesburg205.org/signage/2016/GHS_Print.html
Due to the heat and humidity, Galesburg CUSD #205 will be on a one hour early release schedule Tuesday, September 3, 2019.
Senior leadership sporting their lanyards and ID’s
Thank you to the Streak Dads for speaking to our students last Friday.
Thank you School House Express!
