At the Lee Evans Cross Country Meet today, several of our Bulldogs earned Medalist honors.
Marcus - 12th in Boys JV
Cruz - 25th in Boys JV
Autumn - 23rd in Girls Varsity
Sydney - 28th in Girls Varsity
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Way to go Bulldogs!
Marcus - 12th in Boys JV
Cruz - 25th in Boys JV
Autumn - 23rd in Girls Varsity
Sydney - 28th in Girls Varsity
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Way to go Bulldogs!
In 6th Grade Girls Basketball Tournament action tonight,
Okawville defeated Germantown, 27-20
D12 was victorious over Albers/Dville, 12-8
Aviston come out on top over Bartelso, 32-15
Okawville defeated Germantown, 27-20
D12 was victorious over Albers/Dville, 12-8
Aviston come out on top over Bartelso, 32-15
It's Game Day! Day 3 of the GES 6th Grade Girls Basketball Tournament tips off this evening at 5:30. Our Lady Bulldogs take on Okawville in semi-final action.
5:30 GES vs. Okawville
6:30 D12 vs. Albers/Dville
7:30 Aviston vs. Bartelso
From tip-of to bizzer - play STRONG. Go Lady Bulldogs!
5:30 GES vs. Okawville
6:30 D12 vs. Albers/Dville
7:30 Aviston vs. Bartelso
From tip-of to bizzer - play STRONG. Go Lady Bulldogs!
It’s Meet Day! Our Cross Country Bulldogs travel to Salem for action after school. With five races starting at 4:30 and 33 teams competing, our runners will have to go Bulldog Strong from start to finish.
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Go Bulldogs!
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Go Bulldogs!
In tonight's action at the GES 6th Grade Girls Basketball Tourney:
ASA defeated St. Rose, 19-14
Bartelso was victorious over Albers/Dville, 28-4
ASA defeated St. Rose, 19-14
Bartelso was victorious over Albers/Dville, 28-4
Tomorrow is Picture Day. Students are asked to bring their completed order form, payment, and their best smile to school.
It's Game Day! The GES 6th Grade Girls Basketball Tourney continues with games at 6:30 and 7:30.
6:30 SRS vs. ASA
7:30 Bartelso vs. Albers/Dville
6:30 SRS vs. ASA
7:30 Bartelso vs. Albers/Dville
It's Game Day! The GES 6th Grade Girls Basketball Tourney tips off today with games at 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30.
5:30 GES vs. St. Rose
6:30 ASA vs. Okawville
7:30 D12 vs. Aviston
STRONGer Together, Play by Play.
5:30 GES vs. St. Rose
6:30 ASA vs. Okawville
7:30 D12 vs. Aviston
STRONGer Together, Play by Play.
Due to the extreme heat, we have made the decision to pull our Bulldog Band from marching in the Okawville Wheat Festival this afternoon.
The Swing for Sydney Foundation surprised us today with a generous $1,000 donation. We are especially grateful to Andres Irizarry, Foundation President and CEO, for his dedication to promoting the social-emotional well-being of the community children. With SEL funding being cut, this donation will go directly toward supporting our SEL Program.
#GrowingSTRONG throughSEL
Bulldogs on the move! Kyler finished 2nd and Myles 5th at the Okawville Invitational. Awesome runs, guys!
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Way to go, Bulldogs!
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Way to go, Bulldogs!
Our Lady Bulldog Cross Country Team brought home 1st place at the Okawville Invitational yesterday. Top finishers were:
• Sydney – 3rd
• Gracyn – 4th
• Autumn – 6th
• Mia – 10th
• Kynslee – 13th
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Way to go, Lady Bulldogs!
• Sydney – 3rd
• Gracyn – 4th
• Autumn – 6th
• Mia – 10th
• Kynslee – 13th
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Way to go, Lady Bulldogs!
One of the most powerful ways children feel loved is through quality time. For kids of all ages, having your full attention communicates that they matter more than the distractions around you........and let’s be honest, there are so...........many..........distractions. We are constantly grabbing our phones, hopping on our computers, folding one more load of laundry, doing one more sink full of dishes, running someone to practice, and getting pulled away for all of the responsibilities. Building in quality time isn’t extra. It is essential.
Whether it’s a walk together, a bedtime chat, or working side by side on a project, those shared moments build connection and security. Children who receive love through quality time often feel most valued when you set aside time that is just for them.
Quality time doesn’t have to be planned ahead of time, complicated or expensive—it’s about being present. That could look like cooking dinner together, throwing a football to each other, or literally anything they like to do.....do it together. Even everyday routines like car rides can become meaningful when you turn off the radio and really listen. What matters most is your undivided attention, not the activity itself.
To make quality time part of your daily rhythm, start with small, intentional choices. Put away your phone when your child is talking. Invite them to join you in errands or chores. Create simple family traditions like Friday night movie nights or a short Saturday morning walk. When children see that you are carving out time for them, they feel seen, valued, and deeply loved.
In a world full of busy schedules and constant distractions, quality time is a gift that strengthens your bond and fills your child’s “love tank.” Every moment you spend together plants seeds of confidence, security, and love that will last far beyond childhood.
Whether it’s a walk together, a bedtime chat, or working side by side on a project, those shared moments build connection and security. Children who receive love through quality time often feel most valued when you set aside time that is just for them.
Quality time doesn’t have to be planned ahead of time, complicated or expensive—it’s about being present. That could look like cooking dinner together, throwing a football to each other, or literally anything they like to do.....do it together. Even everyday routines like car rides can become meaningful when you turn off the radio and really listen. What matters most is your undivided attention, not the activity itself.
To make quality time part of your daily rhythm, start with small, intentional choices. Put away your phone when your child is talking. Invite them to join you in errands or chores. Create simple family traditions like Friday night movie nights or a short Saturday morning walk. When children see that you are carving out time for them, they feel seen, valued, and deeply loved.
In a world full of busy schedules and constant distractions, quality time is a gift that strengthens your bond and fills your child’s “love tank.” Every moment you spend together plants seeds of confidence, security, and love that will last far beyond childhood.
It's Meet Day. Our Cross Country Bulldogs travel to Okawville for a meet with Wesclin, D12, Bartelso, Carlyle, and the host team.
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Go Bulldogs!
Getting STRONGer stride by stride. Go Bulldogs!
Teamwork + creativity = smiles! Our 7th graders surprised Mr. Rakers with a life-sized ‘HI’ as he entered the gym for PE this morning. It's small gestures like this that make GES a special place to learn and work.
We ❤️ our Bulldogs.
We ❤️ our Bulldogs.
Check out today's Tuesday Tidbit.
Look at our PreK students during Mindful Morning Time! Sitting in a circle, listening, and focusing together—such big skills for so early in the school year. We are so proud of their progress already.
Hopefully you were able to incorporate the love language of physical touch last week to "fuel your child’s love tank.” Whether it was more hugs, high fives, fist bumps, sitting next to each other, or an all out wrestling match in the living room, for our kids that speak the love language of physical touch, they need this to feel loved.
The next love language we are exploring is a hard one for me: gifts. I am not a good gift-giver or a good gift-receiver. I don’t like clutter or “things” without a purpose. I am far too practical and can’t think far enough ahead. However, it’s important to speak all 5 love languages to our kids so they can learn to speak them in time. They will have friendships and relationships with people who receive all 5 love languages differently. If someone they love speaks the love language of gifts, but they are unwilling to give gifts, that relationship will not be as strong.
For children whose primary love language is receiving gifts, a thoughtful token makes them feel noticed, cherished, and deeply loved. The gift itself becomes a lasting symbol of love---something they can see or hold onto, even when you’re not around.
It is important to remember that it is NOT about spoiling your child or showering them with presents. Instead, it’s about intentional giving---small reminders that say: I was thinking of you. In my house, it’s something as simple as a surprise fountain Ski or a bag of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos because I was thinking about you.
Here are some practical ways to show love through gifts: notes and drawings slipped into a lunchbox or on a mirror, a unique rock or flower, a homemade bookmark or bracelet, or surprising them with their favorite treat “just because.”
Don’t forget: It’s not the size or the cost of the gift that matters, it’s the size of the love behind it.
The next love language we are exploring is a hard one for me: gifts. I am not a good gift-giver or a good gift-receiver. I don’t like clutter or “things” without a purpose. I am far too practical and can’t think far enough ahead. However, it’s important to speak all 5 love languages to our kids so they can learn to speak them in time. They will have friendships and relationships with people who receive all 5 love languages differently. If someone they love speaks the love language of gifts, but they are unwilling to give gifts, that relationship will not be as strong.
For children whose primary love language is receiving gifts, a thoughtful token makes them feel noticed, cherished, and deeply loved. The gift itself becomes a lasting symbol of love---something they can see or hold onto, even when you’re not around.
It is important to remember that it is NOT about spoiling your child or showering them with presents. Instead, it’s about intentional giving---small reminders that say: I was thinking of you. In my house, it’s something as simple as a surprise fountain Ski or a bag of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos because I was thinking about you.
Here are some practical ways to show love through gifts: notes and drawings slipped into a lunchbox or on a mirror, a unique rock or flower, a homemade bookmark or bracelet, or surprising them with their favorite treat “just because.”
Don’t forget: It’s not the size or the cost of the gift that matters, it’s the size of the love behind it.
Shining the spotlight on Jax, who turned in an impressive time of 13:42 in the Open Race at the Albers/Damiansville Invitational today. Keep up the hard work and determination.
Today, our Lady Bulldog Cross Country Team brought home 2nd Place at the Albers/Damiansville Invitational.
Top finishers were:
Autumn – 5th Place
Gracyn – 10th Place
Sydney – 11th Place
Mia – 14th Place
Kynslee – 20th Place
Keep running STRONG, Lady Bulldogs!
Top finishers were:
Autumn – 5th Place
Gracyn – 10th Place
Sydney – 11th Place
Mia – 14th Place
Kynslee – 20th Place
Keep running STRONG, Lady Bulldogs!
