
STEELE SCHOOL IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND TRANSPORTATION Please inform your child’s teacher of how your student is getting home after school. K-3 CAR LANE PICK-UP (new lane) PARENT LOT PICK UP (exit the car and meet your child)FOURTH GRADE CAR PICK UP (old parking lot lane-4th grade only) WALKER BUS RIDER BUS RIDER TO PALS CAR RIDERS ... READ MORE >

Steele Families, I apologize if there has been some confusion regarding when our new schedules will begin and when students will begin coming to the building for their in person sessions. In an effort to make this change less confusing, there will be no changes to the current schedule until Monday, February 1, 2021. These schedules can be accessed by clicking the... READ MORE >

The Board of Education authorized the administration to implement the in-person learning plan, effective Monday, February 1, 2021. The Board will meet in a Special Session on Monday, January 25th to review the infection rates and staff/student isolation and quarantine data. Student groups begin on Monday, February 1, 2021 and are now available in Skyward Family... READ MORE >

Don't forget to pick up you FREE school lunch...and breakfast for the next day! STEELE SCHOOL 11:30-1:00 Just pull through the parking lot by the cafeteria doors. Someone will bring the food to you! READ MORE >

CUSD #205 is suspending all in-person instruction effective immediately. We are making this change due to the rising number of COVID positive cases in Knox and Warren counties. While we have been very proud of everyone’s efforts to keep all of our students and staff safe through the in-person instruction that has occurred, we feel that the trajectory of the... READ MORE >

Please see the dates that SEL on WHEELS will be in the LOBBY at STEELE! READ MORE >

Did you know District @205 is serving HOT LUNCHES NOW?!?!FEATURING SOME STEELE SCHOOL FAVORITES THIS MONTH! The FOOD is YUMMY! The SERVICE is FRIENDLY! The MEAL is FREE! VIEW THE FULL BREAKFAST / LUNCH MENU HERE! READ MORE >

DRUM ROLL PLEASE! ANNOUNCING THE STEELE SCHOOL STAR STUDENTS FOR SEPT. 21 - 25! ONE STUDENT IS NOMINATED PER CLASS FOR SHOWING LEADERSHIP, HARD WORK, PERSEVERANCE AND KINDNESS! WE ARE PROUD OF YOU! READ MORE >

Congratulations to our STARS OF THE WEEK for 9/14-9/18! These students were nominated by their teachers for displaying hard work, kindness, perseverance and leadership! Keep working hard superstars! Your teachers are noticing! You JUST might be our NEXT STAR OF THE WEEK! READ MORE >

The CUSD #205 Deans have a special message for Steele Elementary students! Click the video to learn more! A special thank you to KFC on Henderson Street in Galesburg for providing the Chicken Dinner! READ MORE >

CUSD #205 is using Clever to provide a simple way to use one login to access multiple platforms. Clever syncs with our system to provide your student(s) with a "one stop shop" for many of the applications that your students will use on a regular basis. This will prevent your students from logging in to several different platforms with the use of Clever's single... READ MORE >

Click through the slides to learn all about your new STEELE FAMILY! WE ARE HERE TO HELP! READ MORE >

Mrs. Graves would like to welcome all the new and returning Steele Elementary Students! Please watch the video for important information! READ MORE >

Parents/Guardians, After reviewing the Knox County COVID-19 Metrics, we feel it is in the best interest of all stakeholders to cancel the Meet the Teacher event we originally publicized. Instead, we will offer the opportunity for students to pick up supplies from the school they are registered to attend. An email was sent to Parents/Guardians today with more... READ MORE >
Galesburg CUSD #205 is offering optional Parent University classes for parents and guardians to gain a better understanding of E-Learning. "Galesburg District #205 continues to look for ways to provide our parents and guardians with the necessary resources and support as we begin our E-Learning this fall. An exciting, upcoming opportunity for parents and guardians... READ MORE >

Click the link below to find important information from the principal's office. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSXvCJADh9Ri4Qqitjgb6UDFM9Bw6VghCGtyomtNV1n2HZs8nVBVkhszJnW846azlaEF4gK8BKGpWRC/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=60000 READ MORE >

Kindergarten is a big step in your child's life (and probably in yours). Because of the current pandemic, the first day will not be, as we would have hoped, however the Kindergarten staff at each school is ready to get to know your student and make their experience a positive one! The kindergarten staff at King Elementary, Silas Willard Elementary and Steele... READ MORE >


See the attached weekly announcements! Have a great week. Stay safe & healthy! READ MORE >

Please stay safe and reach out if we can help your children in any way! READ MORE >

Dear Students and Parents, As you may have heard, Illinois Governor Pritzker has closed schools for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. With that being said, many tasks that typically happen at the end of the school year will look very different from how they were traditionally completed in previous years. We ask for your patience as we move... READ MORE >

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Videos & Articles about having a GROWTH MINDSET! Michael Jordan - Had to learn to fail first! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrcB8Lwm_8k Sesame Street - The power of YET https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLeUvZvuvAs How to raise a child with GRIT. https://www.scholastic.com/…/power-defeat-how-to-raise-kid-… READ MORE >

Georgia Aquarium Virtual Trip - Web Cam. https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/webcam/ocean-voyager/ Georgia Aquarium WANTS YOUR ART WORK! Submit on the link below! https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/submit-your-artwork/ READ MORE >

INFORMATION for Steele Pick-up of Chromebooks & Personal Items. IF YOU ARE ILL ( have a FEVER, COUGH, BODY ACHES or other symptoms), PLEASE DO NOT COME TO THE SCHOOL! Send a representative OR contact the school to make other arrangements. ***NOTE- There has been a change and YOU WILL BE ABLE TO PICK UP A CHROMEBOOK FOR YOUR CHILD AT THIS TIME. Reminders for a... READ MORE >

The Galesburg Public Library Staff are still working to provide support to our community during this challenging time. The Library collection includes: The Alliance Digital Media Library collection of ebooks and audiobooks, accessible via the Overdrive and Libby apps,Additional ebooks and audiobooks through eReadIllinois, Biblioboard, and Tumblebooks, To access... READ MORE >

Many teachers will use Google Classroom to communicate with students and families. The video below will give you some basic directions to help navigate the site! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1PDVZvie0DnFbFEVFB8U3j89o1mD5BCUXTE6ymbb9y_k/mobilepresent?slide=id.g4f60ec15fb_1_206**Remember, students will use their school email and password to log-in. ... READ MORE >
Dear District 205 Parents/Guardians, This past week, there has been a great deal of news published about the Coronavirus/COVID-19. As you know, our schools and activities will be cancelled through March 30th. Our district has been proactive in considering the health and safety of our students. For the duration of the closure, we encourage you to keep your... READ MORE >

The Galesburg School District is attempting to identify students who do not have home internet access in the event an E-Learning Plan is activated during a school closure. If your student DOES NOT HAVE INTERNET ACCESS AT HOME, please contact the district office on Thursday from 8:00 am-4:00 pm or Friday from 8:00 am-12:00 pm at 309-973-2111. It is very important... READ MORE >

Mr. Shayan Nadeem was a familiar face at Steele last semester when he completed his student teaching in Ms. Hellenga's 5th grade classroom. Nadeem returned to Steele on Friday, February 28 and brought some of his fellow Knox classmates along with him to have conversations with Steele students. Nadeem who is from Pakistan, brought fellow Knox students from Pakistan,... READ MORE >

Spread the love Galesburg, IL/Press/January 8, 2020 – Leeanne Scherpe, Teacher with Steele Elementary School was selected for inclusion into the Top Educators of America 2020 by The Who’s Who Directories. Leeanne Scherpe is currently an Outreach teacher at Steele Elementary School. She has taught in the Galesburg School District for 14 years. She is also the... READ MORE >

The Galesburg School District administration held a Community Q&A on January 16, 2020. The meeting was held at Galesburg High School, in the Little Theater. Approximately 40 community members were in attendance. The meeting began with a brief special Board of Education meeting, followed by the discussion of the 7-12 GHS Campus. The recording of the video can be... READ MORE >
The generosity of the Jack E. Larson endowment fund continues to provide for Galesburg area students. Over 300 CUSD#205 students attended the Jack Larson shoe day held at Wal-Mart. Students received a new pair of shoes and socks. The day was made possible with the assistance of various community members and organizations. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped... READ MORE >

Skip the cold and join the students at Galesburg High School on Wednesday, October 30 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for the annual Haunted High School. The event is open to the community for birth through 5th grade students. Enter through the West External Doors (Band Doors). Please bring can goods or non -perishable items to donate to Fish Food Pantry. We hope to see you... READ MORE >

Acknowledge. Care. Tell. (A.C.T.) Form Are you worried about yourself or a friend? Are you unsure of what to do? Have you been bullied? The Acknowledge. Care. Tell. (A.C.T.) form is a great place to get help for you or others. Each school website has a link under the "Live Feed" section as well as under the "For Students" menu. Simply click on the link, follow... READ MORE >

Outdoor Education day has been a tradition in Knox County since 1985. The theme of the outdoor education day has remained the same throughout the years, to teach students how to improve, protect and enjoy their environment. There have been many individuals who have contributed to the success of the event over the years. Today the ROE #33 continues the tradition of... READ MORE >

Every Friday in Mrs. Hickey's second grade class students participate in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activity. In this particular activity, students were given a box, pencils, CD's and rubber bands. They had to work together in their group to build a school bus.First, they had to draw a blueprint of their design and then measure the distance... READ MORE >

Galesburg CUSD #205 receives many requests from community organizations to distribute informational materials to students and parents on a monthly and weekly basis. The "Virtual Backpack" for District 205 is our "eco-friendly" approach to distributing information to students and parents. The Galesburg CUSD #205 Virtual Backpack is an electronic method of working to... READ MORE >

Steele drop-off procedures will change beginning Monday, September 9th. Due to the construction beginning on our site, fencing will be installed to ensure the safety of our students. This will change the drop off procedures at our building. Car drop-off: Options #1: Pull through the "drop off lane" and have your student exit the vehicle at the cafeteria... READ MORE >

Look for upcoming events in the monthly Parent Power Hour. READ MORE >

Steele School is THRILLED to bring the YMCA Solutions Program to our school! The Solutions Program is designed to help improve student performance in four key areas: grades (specifically GPA), office referrals and punctuality (tardiness and absences). Using a three-tiered approach to mentorship, Solutions meets students where they live, go to school and play:... READ MORE >
On behalf of the Steele School staff, I would like to welcome you to the 2019-2020 school year. Much planning, enthusiasm and hard work has gone into preparing for a successful school year filled with memorable learning experiences for every child! This year will be spent honoring the wonderful work that has been done to make Steele School the welcoming, resilient... READ MORE >