'Tis the season to get your shop on. Check out these coupons from Dick's Sporting Goods and clear your list.
The pairings for the 2025 SIJHSAA Class S Region 6 Girls Basketball Regional Tournament have been released. In quarterfinal action, our Lady Bulldogs will take on the winner of the Sandoval/Odin-Patoka game at 7:00 on Wednesday, January 15.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Lady Bulldogs!
It's Game Day!
Our Lady Bulldogs take on Okawville at 6:30 in the semifinals of the Clinton County Conference Tournament.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Lady Bulldogs.
It's Game Day!
Our JV/V BB teams travel to Oakdale for action this evening. The JV game starts at 6:00 with the varsity game to follow.
Our varsity Lady Bulldogs take on ASA at 6:30 in the first round of the Clinton County Conference Tournament.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
It's Christmas Concert Week at GES.
Join us for the PreK-4th grade play on Tuesday, December 10. The matinee performance will start at 1:30 while the evening show will begin at 6:30.
The Band and Chorus Christmas Concert Dress Rehearsal will be held on Wednesday, December 11, at 1:30 with the Official Performance scheduled for Thursday, December 12, at 6:30.
Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each performance.
We look forward to showcasing our students' musical talents this holiday season.
It's Game Day!
Our JV/V BB teams travel to Trinity Lutheran-Hoffman this evening. The JV game starts at 6:00 followed by the varsity game.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
It's Game Day!
Our 5/6 BB teams travel to Salem Franklin Park for action this evening. The sixth grade game starts at 6:00 followed by the 5th grade game.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
The Student of the Month Program serves to recognize one student in grades PreK-3 and one student in grades 4-8 each month. Members of the faculty and staff nominate students based on the qualities associated with the #IMPACT characteristics: Inspire, Mindful, Patient, Accepting, Confident, Trustworthy. We are pleased to announce that Charlotte V. and Logan W. were chosen as the November Students of the Month.
"Charlotte is a bright light in our classroom. She is always excited to lend a helping hand to any of her classmates and brings so much enthusiasm to school each day. She goes out of her way to involve every classmate and to make sure that nobody is left out."
"Logan comes to school every day with a great attitude and a smile on his face. He is confident in being himself and is a friendly face to all. He gives 110% effort in the classroom and in extra-curricular activities. We are proud of Logan's leadership as an 8th grader."
On Monday, Kernel Nut Club representative, Lee Deerhake, presented Charlotte and Logan with a certificate. They also received a $25 check for their own personal use. The Kernel Nut Club made a $25 donation to the Raise the Roof Campaign and the Clinton County Humane Society on their behalf.
If you see Charlotte and Logan out and about in the days to come, please let them know that Bulldog Country stands proud of them.
The Week of Cheer is almost here,
With dress-up days to spread some cheer.
Before the break, we'll laugh and play,
Celebrating in a festive way.
It's Game Day!
Our JV/V BB teams host Bartelso while our JV/V GB teams travel to Bartelso. The JV games start at 6:00 followed by the varsity games.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
Mrs. Conner's November writer of the month is Morgan Elliott and reader of the month is Bryn Winkeler. Both students work hard each day to better their ELA skills and set a positive example for others to follow. Keep up the great work!
It's Game Day!
Our 5/6 BB teams host D12 in action after school today. The fifth grade game starts at 4:00 followed by the 6th grade game.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
It's Game Day!
Our JV/V BB teams host ASA while our JV/V GB teams travel to ASA. The JV games start at 6:00 followed by the varsity games.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
It's Game Day!
Our 5/6 BB teams travel to Bartelso for action after school today.
The fifth grade game starts at 4:00 followed by the 6th grade game.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
It's Game Day!
Our JV/V GB teams host Aviston while our JV/V BB teams travel to Aviston. The JV games start at 6:00 followed by the varsity games.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
It's Game Day!
Our JV/V GB teams host St. Rose while our JV/V BB teams travel to St. Rose. The JV games start at 6:00 followed by the varsity games.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
It's Game Day!
Our 5/6 BB teams host ASA in action after school today. The fifth grade game starts at 4:00 followed by the 6th grade game.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
Today, we celebrate Wyatt H. for his outstanding achievement. In early October, Wyatt auditioned for the ILMEA Honors Band and earned the opportunity to represent GES at the ILMEA District 6 Festival. Yesterday, he proudly showcased his talent at this prestigious event held at Belleville West, making Bulldog Country proud.
Congratulations, Wyatt, for making an IMPACT one note at a time.
Check out this week's publication of the Bulldog Bulletin.
A key component in strong parent-child relationships is open communication. This means that our children feel comfortable talking, asking, and sharing. They don’t hold back with fear of judgment, criticism, or punishment.
This does not happen overnight. It takes thoughtful responses, time set aside, and a strong sense of awareness of ourselves and those around us. How can we make this happen?
Active listening: Show that you are listening to what they have to say. Stop what you are doing. Look at them. Get down to their level. Sit next to them. Ask questions like “What? Why? How?” When we reply with a “sure” every once in a while we’re distracted with devices or “to dos,” or with a sharp “absolutely not” before hearing them out, they notice. They will start “listening” to us and others in the same way.
Speak clearly: We should be speaking to our 3 year olds with different words than our 12 year olds. Be clear, specific, and kind to be heard. “Please brush your teeth, put on your shoes, and coat. Teeth, shoes, coat. What are your three steps?”
Use ‘noticing’ statements: Praise them for specific actions rather than “Good job!” Try “I love how you stopped to ask her if she was okay when she fell. I noticed you put your shoes in the basket. Thank you! I appreciate you being honest. I know that was probably hard.”
Building open communication is a journey, but the rewards of a strong, trusting relationship with our children are immeasurable.
