Germantown Elementary School District #60

Today, we recognized our 8th grade cross country athletes and their parents for their dedication to the Bulldog Cross Country Program. Cross country is a sport that challenges athletes to be STRONG in body, mind, and spirit. We are proud of our Bulldogs for challenging themselves through the sport of running.

Something big is dropping tomorrow… Get ready for The Final Push!

It's Meet Day! Our Cross Country Bulldogs travel to Damiansville after school for the Clinton County Cross Country Championship.

Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Go Bulldogs!

Now that October is upon us, this is a friendly reminder to carve out some time to give blood at our upcoming blood drive. Click the link to reserve your spot! https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Germantown

Support the Bulldog Band AND treat yourself to something delicious!

The Bulldog Band Butter Braid® Pastry Fundraiser kicks off October 1–27. These pastries are perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or just a sweet treat at home.

Your move, Bulldogs! Year 2 of Chess Club is here for all junior high students. Whether you’re just learning the ropes or already thinking three moves ahead, you’ll have a blast sharpening your skills and taking on friends in weekly matches. Join us for Chess Club this year.

For many children, love is best understood when someone does something kind for them. As a mom who does a lot to coach and encourage independence, I've had to re-train my brain to look at the love language, acts of service, a bit differently. I can now see that showing love can look like stepping in and helping out when they really need it. Sometimes, temporarily taking a task off of their plate and adding it to our own, doesn’t enable them to rely on others, but it can show them that they’re loved.

On the other hand, it’s not about spoiling or doing everything for them---it’s about showing care through thoughtful actions. When kids see that you're willing to step in and help, it communicates, “I love you, and you matter to me.”

Easy Ways to Practice Acts of Service at Home:

*For younger children: Help them build a block tower, fix a toy, or tie their shoes with a smile. Think of it as being their personal superhero.

*For elementary kids: Surprise them by packing a special snack in their lunchbox, helping organize their desk, or tag-team cleaning that basement full of toys that you can’t walk through.

*For older kids: Offer to quiz them before a test, grab that instrument or sports bag when walking out the door and their hands are full, help rearrange their room, or make their favorite dessert just because..

Remember: Acts of Service isn’t about creating dependence---it’s about noticing needs and stepping in with kindness. Even the smallest actions can make a big impact when they come from the heart.

Tomorrow is 8th Grade Banner Picture Day. The eighth graders are asked to bring their completed order form, payment, everything they need for their picture, and their best smile to school with them.

Bulldog Families – SEL Family Night is TONIGHT from 6:00-7:30.

Get ready for an evening of laughter, creativity, and connection. Explore activity stations at your own pace and discover your family’s Love Languages with fun hands-on activities like:

*Folding affirmation origami
*Making a “10 Things I Love About You” Tear-Off Card
*Crafting flowers and bookmarks
*Creating a secret handshake
*Planning a special day together

Hard copies of the Choice Board and map will be available at arrival. This night is all about building a STRONGer bond with your child in simple, meaningful ways.

Don’t miss it. We hope to see you tonight.

The pairings for the St/. Rose 5th Grade Girls’ Basketball Tourney have been released. In first round action, our Lady Bulldogs take on Bartelso at 7:30 on Friday, October 17.

From tip-off to buzzer-play STRONG.

The competition was tough with 715 runners across six races, but our Bulldogs rose to the challenge.

Elias – 16th out of 159 (JV Boys)
Autumn – 14th out of 165 (Varsity Girls)
Sydney – 18th out of 165 (Varsity Girls)

Our Lady Bulldogs earn 3rd place out of 21 teams.

Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Way to go Bulldogs!

The pairings for the ASA 6th Grade Girls’ Basketball Tourney have been released. In first round action, our Lady Bulldogs take on ASA at 7:30 on Friday, October 10.

From tip-off to buzzer-play STRONG.

It's Meet Day. Our Cross Country Bulldogs travel to Centralia after school for the St. Mary School Invitational. With 6 races, 44 teams, and a total of 733 runners, it promises to be a highly competitive race.

Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Go Bulldogs!

Our Lady Bulldogs continue to impress! Out of 120 competitors in the girls varsity race at Central, three of our GES runners brought home medals: Autumn – 6th, Sydney – 14th, Gracyn – 23rd.

Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Way to go Lady Bulldogs!

It's Meet Day! Our Cross Country Bulldogs take to the course at Central High School for the Aviston/D12 Invitational.

Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Go Bulldogs!

Meet the Class of 2030. This group of fourth-grade students is ready to learn, lead, and grow, Bulldog STRONG.