Germantown Elementary School District #60

A heartfelt thank you to the Chris and Tricia Kohrmann Family for their generous $1,000 donation to The Final Push. Your support moves us closer to the finish line and means so much to our students and school community.

Want to join The Final Push? Click the link to get started.

https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

A huge thank you to The Kernel Nut Club for serving as a Gold Sponsor for the 22nd Annual Bulldog Dash.

The KNC has been a longtime supporter of Germantown Elementary School, generously donating to every cause we have. Their mission? Helping provide the means for the kids of Germantown to do more things. They truly are nuts about kids.

We are so grateful for their continued support of our students and school community. Thank you, KNC, for helping make the Bulldog Dash a success.

The Class of 2022 has donated $605 to The Final Push in memory of Macy Haar. This thoughtful gift keeps her spirit alive and supports our school as we work toward our new gymnasium. Thank you for showing how one life can inspire a whole community.

Want to join The Final Push and be part of something special?

Click the link to get started: https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

We are incredibly grateful to Becker's Convenience Mart for stepping up as a Gold Sponsor for the 22nd Annual Bulldog Dash.

Conveniently located on Route 161, Becker Shell is your go-to stop for everything from Shell V-Power NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline, Midgrade, and Regular fuel to drinks, snacks, quick bites on the go, and slots.

Owned by former Bulldog parent, Bruce Becker, Becker Shell has been a longtime supporter of Germantown Elementary School. We are so thankful for his continued investment in our students and school community.

Please consider supporting the local businesses that back our community schools.

We are incredibly grateful to Ken and Terri Loepker for their generous $500 donation to The Final Push, given in honor of their grandsons Cam, Brady, and Clay.

Gifts like this remind us that this effort is about more than a project. It’s about investing in our kids and the future of our school community. Thank you, Ken and Terri, for your kindness and Bulldog pride.

Want to help us reach our goal. Click the link to get started.

https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

We are happy to announce that we will be selling prepackaged school supply kits for next school year once again. School Tool Box comes with the teacher-approved school supplies your student(s) will need for next school year. It includes trusted brands like Elmers and Crayola. School Tool Box will save you time searching for those hard-to-find items in the back-to-school crowds.

For those interested, you will place your order online, and the School Tool Boxes will be ready for pick-up the week of August 3. Our on-line store at School Tool Box is open through June 8th.

Simplify your back to school shopping by ordering your school supplies through School Tool Box.

More information was sent to families via email.

An Athletic Awards Ceremony will be held in the gym on Wednesday, April 29, at 6:00 for all athletes who participated in varsity level cross country, girls basketball, boys basketball, volleyball, bowling, and/or golf during the 2025-26 school year. The ceremony will consist of recognizing the varsity athletes on each team and the presentation of awards. We look forward to this celebration of our Bulldog athletes.

We are Bulldog STRONG!

It's Regional Game Day! Our Lady Bulldogs take on Bartelso at 5:50 in the Region 11 Volleyball Regional at Albers/Dville. Win to advance to the championship game immediately following.

Let's play STRONG all game long! Go Lady Bulldogs!!

We are incredibly grateful to Aaron and Jenny Beckmann for their $1,000 contribution to The Final Push. Your generosity is helping us build momentum and move closer to our goal.

Be part of something big:

https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

Momentum matters, and Tim and Kathleen Hodges helped push us forward with a $300 donation to The Final Push. We’re grateful for your generosity and belief in this project.

Be part of the final push:

https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

We are proud to recognize the Germantown Fire Department as a Gold Sponsor for the 22nd Annual Bulldog Dash. The GFD has always been a steadfast supporter of our school community—whether it’s teaching our students important fire safety lessons, serving at school events, or stepping up to sponsor initiatives like the Bulldog Dash, they are a team we can always count on.

Thank you to the Germantown Fire Department for your dedication, generosity, and unwavering commitment to our Bulldogs and the entire community. Your support helps make our school—and Bulldog Country—STRONGer every day.

It's Match Day! Garrett, Kyler, and Alayna take to the lanes of St.Clair Bowl at 10:00 for the SIJHSAA State Tournament.

We are Bulldog STRONG!

A heartfelt thank you to Jesse and Nancy Weems for their generous $250 donation to The Final Push. Support like yours keeps this dream moving forward and brings us closer to raising the roof for our students.

Help us finish strong:

https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

Thanks to generous supporters, March 1–20 added $6,750 to The Final Push, bringing our total to $298,441. With Rock Fest included, we’ve raised $673,441 — 89% of our goal!

We’re so close! Your support is helping us turn this vision into reality for our students and community.

Be part of the final push:
https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

Understanding Age-Appropriate Behaviors (part 3 - pre-teens: ages 10-14)

One of the most common phrases we hear from parents is ”WHY is my child acting like this?” It’s not often the quick-fix answer parents want to hear, but the truth is, many of the behaviors that are hard for us to be around are very age-appropriate for our junior high kids. During this stage, children are learning how to manage big emotions, navigate more complex communication and social situations, and practice independence. Those skills don’t develop smoothly or quietly---and the messiness often shows up as behavior that feels confusing, frustrating, or even concerning to adults.

What you may see in your pre-teen:
*eye-rolling or attitude
*wanting more independence
*high highs and low lows., and rapid shifts between (mood swings)

Why does this happen? It is SO frustrating!
Pre-teens are developing identify, independence, and strong opinions.

How should I respond?
*Stay calm and don't take it personally.
*Keep giving choices. Communicate them clearly.
*Keep expectations clear and consistent.

Behavior is communication. Our role as adults is to teach skills, not just stop behaviors.

We appreciate Mike & Diane Meyer for contributing $300 to The Final Push. Every donation brings us closer to our goal. Thank you for helping us keep the momentum going.

Want to join The Final Push? Click the link to get started.

https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

We are excited to highlight Germantown Trust and Savings Bank (GTSB) as a Gold Sponsor for the 22nd Annual Bulldog Dash. A long-time supporter of Germantown Elementary School, GTSB has proudly served our community since 1906, offering advanced banking technology and services while keeping a personal touch.

With locations in Albers, Bartelso, Beckemeyer, Breese, and Germantown, GTSB provides complete banking and trust services to meet the needs of our community. The Germantown branch, located at 601 Main Street, is ready to assist you—call 618-523-4202 to speak with a representative.

We are grateful to GTSB for their continued support of our school community and for helping make the Bulldog Dash a success. Please consider supporting the local businesses that invest in the education and future of our youth.

A huge thank you to Poettker Construction Company for their $1,000 donation to The Final Push. Your support helps us keep moving forward as we work toward raising the roof.

Want to join The Final Push? Click the link to get started.

https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8

#STRONGerTogether

We are proud to introduce our 3rd Quarter Honor Roll recipients.