Germantown Elementary School District #60

Then and now — from tiny backpacks to big goals.

In this season, many of us---adults and children---are carrying a lot. This is a good time to pause and practice giving grace to one another. Grace reminds us to slow down, assume positive intentions, and respond with patience rather than reaction.

One of my favorite lines from a podcast I’ve been listening to recently is: “He’s a good kid having a hard time.” This mindset shifts us from "What’s wrong with you?" to “What do you need right now?"

What giving grace looks like:
Young children: knowing that big feelings are okay and understanding they have limited words to convey their feelings and needs.
Elementary years: knowing emotional ups and downs are part of development; it’s just where they are.
Middle school: expecting strong emotions, challenges figuring out who they are, and increased stress that comes with this age.

How we can practice at home:
Pause before correcting or reacting.
Separate the child from the behavior. She’s not irresponsible. She forgot her lunchbox. He’s not a bad kid. He struggled through that moment.

Grace doesn’t remove expectations---it helps children meet the expectations with support, understanding, and compassion.

Then and now — bold enough to make a difference.

During tonight’s Spring Concert, we celebrated our 8th grade students and their families for their commitment to the Bulldog Music Program throughout the years. We hope their love of music continues to grow in high school and beyond.

Then and now — ready to leave their mark.

Then and now — strength, heart, and hustle.

Then and now — growing into greatness.

Then and now — stepping into the future with purpose.

It's Concert Night! Members of the Bulldog Band and Chorus will perform at the annual Spring Concert. Doors open at 6:00. Concert begins at 6:30.

From the first note to the last, perform Bulldog STRONG!

Then and now — learning, leading, leaving a mark.

Then and now — proof that growth is powerful.

Then and now — still shining, just brighter.

Then and now — small beginnings, big dreams.

Then and now — growing stronger with every step.

Today, we shine our spotlight on Adrian.

Fun Fact about me: I can play the trumpet.
What is one skill you would like to learn? How to juggle.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: My favorite school lunch is pizza stick.
Favorite Field Trip: The one to Busch Stadium
Favorite Subject: My favorite subject is ELA.
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: When they make me understand what I am learning.
Lesson Learned at GES: Not to procrastinate.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: I will miss the teachers.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: How the teachers make me feel happy to go to school.
I will always remember: Germantown

Upon graduation from GES, Adrian plans to go to Central High School.

Adrian, you have been a member of our Bulldog family since 2017. During your 9 years at GES, you made a difference with your manners and smile, always setting a good example for others. We wish you all the best as you continue your life journey in high school. Never forget, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.

The 8th Grade Graduation time has been set for 7:00 on Tuesday, May 12. The doors to the school will open at 6:00.

Congratulations to Kayne S. for qualifying for the State Golf Tournament with a career-best 39 this morning at the Regional Golf Tournament. His performance earned him a 5th place medal finish, a tremendous accomplishment.

Kayne will compete at Kokopelli Golf Club on Monday, May 11.

Best of luck at State, Kayne.

Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!

Today, we shine our spotlight on Rayna.

Fun Fact about me: I love to read in my free time.
What is one skill you would like to learn? A skill I would like to learn is how to branch out of my bubble.
Chicken or Banana? Banana
Favorite School Lunch: Bosco Sticks
Favorite Field Trip: 7th Grade Science Center with Mr. Abney
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: How supportive they are.
Lesson Learned at GES: One thing I will take is to be respectful of my school.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: I will miss knowing everyone and being able to say hi.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: Something that makes me proud to be a Bulldog is the teachers' respect for the students.
I will always remember: I will always remember when Cece and I were at last year's graduation and someone behind squeaked really loud and we laughed the whole graduation.

Upon graduation from GES, Rayna plans to go to Central High School.

Rayna, you joined our Bulldog family in 2020 when you were in third grade. We are so grateful for the opportunity to watch you grow in a multitude of ways during your time at GES. We wish you the best of luck in high school. Remember, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.

We are so grateful to Steve and Tina Arentsen for their generous $500 donation to The Final Push. It’s because of supporters like you that we continue to build something special for our students and community. Thank you for making a difference!

To contribute to The Final Push, visit:
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#STRONGerTogether

It's Match Day! Members of the Bulldog Golf Team take to the links at Roland Barkau Golf Course in Regional Tournament action.

Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!