It's Match Day! Members of our Bulldog Golf Team take to the links at Okawville after school for a match against Wesclin.
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Generosity that spans generations is something special, and we are grateful to Glen & Lisa Boeckmann for their $5,000 gift to The Final Push.
Glen (Class of 1973) and his sons Garrett (2012) and Brady (2015) share a lasting connection to our schools, and their support continues to strengthen the future for today’s students.
We are thankful for their belief in our mission and their investment in our school community.
If you’d like to join them, you can do so here:
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#STRONGerTogether
Glen (Class of 1973) and his sons Garrett (2012) and Brady (2015) share a lasting connection to our schools, and their support continues to strengthen the future for today’s students.
We are thankful for their belief in our mission and their investment in our school community.
If you’d like to join them, you can do so here:
https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8
#STRONGerTogether
Today, we shine our spotlight on Haylee.
Fun Fact about me: I still watch little kid movies with my mom on my free time.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I would like to learn how to rap better.
Chicken or Banana? Banana
Favorite School Lunch: Bosco sticks with marinara sauce
Favorite Field Trip: To the Science Center
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: I appreciate the quality of patience with the students when they don't catch on to something fast.
Lesson Learned at GES: One thing I'll carry on from GES to high school is mind my own business because if I don't I could get into trouble.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: One thing I will miss about GES is all the nice teachers it has.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: The thing that makes me proud to be a Bulldog is how we bring others up, never down.
I will always remember: how the teachers were always there for me and everyone else.
Upon graduation from GES, Haylee plans to go to Central High School.
Haylee, you joined our Bulldog family in 2017. Now, you are getting ready to bring your time at GES to a close. It's been our pleasure to be part of your life story. We wish you the best of luck in high school. Remember, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
Fun Fact about me: I still watch little kid movies with my mom on my free time.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I would like to learn how to rap better.
Chicken or Banana? Banana
Favorite School Lunch: Bosco sticks with marinara sauce
Favorite Field Trip: To the Science Center
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: I appreciate the quality of patience with the students when they don't catch on to something fast.
Lesson Learned at GES: One thing I'll carry on from GES to high school is mind my own business because if I don't I could get into trouble.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: One thing I will miss about GES is all the nice teachers it has.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: The thing that makes me proud to be a Bulldog is how we bring others up, never down.
I will always remember: how the teachers were always there for me and everyone else.
Upon graduation from GES, Haylee plans to go to Central High School.
Haylee, you joined our Bulldog family in 2017. Now, you are getting ready to bring your time at GES to a close. It's been our pleasure to be part of your life story. We wish you the best of luck in high school. Remember, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
It's Match Day! Members of our Bulldog Golf Team take to the links at Bent Oak after school for a match against Aviston and ASA.
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Today, we shine our spotlight on Lucas.
Fun Fact about me: A fun fact about me is that I like to hunt and fish.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I would like to learn how to how to fly a plane or learn how to fly fish.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: My favorite school lunch is salisbury steak.
Favorite Field Trip: My favorite field trip was getting to go to the Cardinals stadium.
Favorite Subject: My favorite subject is P.E.
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: One quality I appreciate about the teachers is how caring they are.
Lesson Learned at GES: One thing that I learned at GES is kindness.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: I will miss the 5th grade chalk fight.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: I am most proud of how nice everybody is.
I will always remember: I will always remember going to State.
Upon graduation from GES, Lucas plans to go to Central High School.
Lucas you have been part of our Bulldog family since 2017. During those 9 years, you grew and changed in so many different ways. It has been our pleasure to be a small part of your life story. We wish you all the best in high school and beyond. Never forget, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
Fun Fact about me: A fun fact about me is that I like to hunt and fish.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I would like to learn how to how to fly a plane or learn how to fly fish.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: My favorite school lunch is salisbury steak.
Favorite Field Trip: My favorite field trip was getting to go to the Cardinals stadium.
Favorite Subject: My favorite subject is P.E.
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: One quality I appreciate about the teachers is how caring they are.
Lesson Learned at GES: One thing that I learned at GES is kindness.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: I will miss the 5th grade chalk fight.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: I am most proud of how nice everybody is.
I will always remember: I will always remember going to State.
Upon graduation from GES, Lucas plans to go to Central High School.
Lucas you have been part of our Bulldog family since 2017. During those 9 years, you grew and changed in so many different ways. It has been our pleasure to be a small part of your life story. We wish you all the best in high school and beyond. Never forget, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
Today, we shine our spotlight on Kyler.
Fun Fact about me: I love to hunt and work on my go cart.
What is one skill you would like to learn? Welding
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: Breakfast
Favorite Field Trip: The Magic House
Favorite Subject: PE
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: Respect
Lesson Learned at GES: Social skills
What You Will Miss Most about GES: Friends
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: How much we impact the county.
I will always remember: The lunches
Upon graduation from GES, Kyler plans to go to Central High School.
Kyler, you have been an important part of our Bulldog family since 2016. We wish you the best of luck in high school. Never forget, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
Fun Fact about me: I love to hunt and work on my go cart.
What is one skill you would like to learn? Welding
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: Breakfast
Favorite Field Trip: The Magic House
Favorite Subject: PE
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: Respect
Lesson Learned at GES: Social skills
What You Will Miss Most about GES: Friends
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: How much we impact the county.
I will always remember: The lunches
Upon graduation from GES, Kyler plans to go to Central High School.
Kyler, you have been an important part of our Bulldog family since 2016. We wish you the best of luck in high school. Never forget, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
It's Match Day! Members of our Bulldog Golf Team take to the links at Bent Oak after school for a match against Bartelso and ASA.
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Join us in celebrating our March Reader and Writer of the Month.
Our March Reader of the Month, Lucas, has done a great job this year finding books he enjoys while continuing to stretch himself as a reader. Our March Writer of the Month, Kynslee, has shown meaningful growth by applying her skills and working diligently in all of her writing.
We are proud of both students for their dedication and progress.
Our March Reader of the Month, Lucas, has done a great job this year finding books he enjoys while continuing to stretch himself as a reader. Our March Writer of the Month, Kynslee, has shown meaningful growth by applying her skills and working diligently in all of her writing.
We are proud of both students for their dedication and progress.
Hard work and growth are worth celebrating.
The eighth grade February Reader of the Month, Rayna, has read 15 books this year and continues to build a love for reading. The February Writer of the Month, Peyton, has shown consistent effort in improving her writing by working carefully and asking questions along the way.
Great job to both students. We are proud of you.
The eighth grade February Reader of the Month, Rayna, has read 15 books this year and continues to build a love for reading. The February Writer of the Month, Peyton, has shown consistent effort in improving her writing by working carefully and asking questions along the way.
Great job to both students. We are proud of you.
Today, we shine our spotlight on Cecilia.
Fun Fact about me: II like to read in my spare time.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I want to learn how to actually paint correctly.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: The breakfast lunch with pancake on a stick, hash browns, and strawberries
Favorite Field Trip: Our zoo field trip in first grade
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: When they try to earn a student's respect instead of demanding it.
Lesson Learned at GES: I learned that kindness always comes back around.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: My friends being together most of the time
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: How we treat everyone the way we would want to be treated
I will always remember: I will always remember attending the state tournament for each time in the three-peat. These are some of my favorite memories.
Upon graduation from GES, Cecilia plans to go to Central High School.
Cecilia, you have been a member of our Bulldog family for your entire grade school career. It has been our pleasure to watch you grow and change into the fine young lady you are today. We wish you all the best as you continue your life journey in high school. Never forget, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
Fun Fact about me: II like to read in my spare time.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I want to learn how to actually paint correctly.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: The breakfast lunch with pancake on a stick, hash browns, and strawberries
Favorite Field Trip: Our zoo field trip in first grade
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: When they try to earn a student's respect instead of demanding it.
Lesson Learned at GES: I learned that kindness always comes back around.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: My friends being together most of the time
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: How we treat everyone the way we would want to be treated
I will always remember: I will always remember attending the state tournament for each time in the three-peat. These are some of my favorite memories.
Upon graduation from GES, Cecilia plans to go to Central High School.
Cecilia, you have been a member of our Bulldog family for your entire grade school career. It has been our pleasure to watch you grow and change into the fine young lady you are today. We wish you all the best as you continue your life journey in high school. Never forget, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
As spring arrives, many children experience a surge in emotions. Small problems can feel big, peer conflicts increase, and just getting to school may feel harder.
This is a common “spring slump”—kids are tired, routines feel long, and the end of the year is still just out of reach. Our evenings may be busier. Bedtimes may have gotten later (or maybe they’re the same, but kids are more tired as their bodies adjust to more time outside and playing harder). Spring sports have begun, and spring fever hits hard.
This is normal. It’s hard to think back to this time last year, but you likely noticed similar patterns. Stay the course. Stay consistent. It is a season, not the new normal.
Here are a few ways to help:
*Keep routines simple and predictable. You may need to schedule in down-time.
*Lower expectations where possible. Maybe homework is done, but not perfect. Maybe “good enough” is what we shoot for.
*Focus on connection over correction.
*Expect more after-school emotional release. If there are tears. Let them cry. If they vent, listen and acknowledge. If they need space, give the space. You can keep boundaries and be compassionate at the same time.
Most importantly, remember: this is a season, not a setback. With patience and support, it will pass.
This is a common “spring slump”—kids are tired, routines feel long, and the end of the year is still just out of reach. Our evenings may be busier. Bedtimes may have gotten later (or maybe they’re the same, but kids are more tired as their bodies adjust to more time outside and playing harder). Spring sports have begun, and spring fever hits hard.
This is normal. It’s hard to think back to this time last year, but you likely noticed similar patterns. Stay the course. Stay consistent. It is a season, not the new normal.
Here are a few ways to help:
*Keep routines simple and predictable. You may need to schedule in down-time.
*Lower expectations where possible. Maybe homework is done, but not perfect. Maybe “good enough” is what we shoot for.
*Focus on connection over correction.
*Expect more after-school emotional release. If there are tears. Let them cry. If they vent, listen and acknowledge. If they need space, give the space. You can keep boundaries and be compassionate at the same time.
Most importantly, remember: this is a season, not a setback. With patience and support, it will pass.
Today, we shine our spotlight on Brynn.
Fun Fact about me: My favorite sport is soccer.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I would like to learn how to do a top spin jump serve in volleyball.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: Pepperoni pizza stick
Favorite Field Trip: Tour of Busch Stadium
Favorite Subject: PE
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: When they respect their students.
Lesson Learned at GES: Never be afraid to make new friends.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: Talking to the teachers between class periods.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: The friendships I made.
I will always remember: During PE Maeve tripped over her own feet when trying to hit the puck in hockey.
Upon graduation from GES, Brynn plans to go to Central High School.
Brynn, you have been a member of our Bulldog family for 10 years. It has been a pleasure watching you grow through the years. We look forward to seeing where your life journey takes you after GES. As you prepare to transition to high school, remember once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
Fun Fact about me: My favorite sport is soccer.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I would like to learn how to do a top spin jump serve in volleyball.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: Pepperoni pizza stick
Favorite Field Trip: Tour of Busch Stadium
Favorite Subject: PE
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: When they respect their students.
Lesson Learned at GES: Never be afraid to make new friends.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: Talking to the teachers between class periods.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: The friendships I made.
I will always remember: During PE Maeve tripped over her own feet when trying to hit the puck in hockey.
Upon graduation from GES, Brynn plans to go to Central High School.
Brynn, you have been a member of our Bulldog family for 10 years. It has been a pleasure watching you grow through the years. We look forward to seeing where your life journey takes you after GES. As you prepare to transition to high school, remember once a Bulldog always a Bulldog.
It's Performance Day!
Members of the Bulldog Band and Chorus will be participating in the Clinton County Music Festival today. Practice will be held this afternoon at D12 followed by a concert performance at 7:00.
From the first note to the last, perform Bulldog STRONG!
Members of the Bulldog Band and Chorus will be participating in the Clinton County Music Festival today. Practice will be held this afternoon at D12 followed by a concert performance at 7:00.
From the first note to the last, perform Bulldog STRONG!
It's Match Day! Members of our Bulldog Golf Team take to the links at Bent Oak after school for a match against Holy Trinity and Highland Middle School.
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Today, we shine our spotlight on Kynslee.
Fun Fact about me: My favorite sport is volleyball.
What is one skill you would like to learn? One skill I would like to learn is how to do a handstand.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: Pepperoni pizza stick
Favorite Field Trip: When we went to the Bush Stadium and got Chick-fil-a
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: When they help you understand something without making it a big deal.
Lesson Learned at GES: To always be kind to others because you never know what a person is going through.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: How nice all of the teachers are, and how small of a walk we have to get to all of our classes
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: Our school has good relationships with students.
I will always remember: During the state cross country meet , Coach Chris and Kyler had to switch shorts because Kyler's was the wrong color. In order to run the meet, the whole team had to match.
Upon graduation from GES, Kynslee plans to go to Central High School.
Kynslee has been a Bulldog her entire grade school career. She has grown in so many ways over the years. We are grateful to have been part of her growth journey.
Fun Fact about me: My favorite sport is volleyball.
What is one skill you would like to learn? One skill I would like to learn is how to do a handstand.
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: Pepperoni pizza stick
Favorite Field Trip: When we went to the Bush Stadium and got Chick-fil-a
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: When they help you understand something without making it a big deal.
Lesson Learned at GES: To always be kind to others because you never know what a person is going through.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: How nice all of the teachers are, and how small of a walk we have to get to all of our classes
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: Our school has good relationships with students.
I will always remember: During the state cross country meet , Coach Chris and Kyler had to switch shorts because Kyler's was the wrong color. In order to run the meet, the whole team had to match.
Upon graduation from GES, Kynslee plans to go to Central High School.
Kynslee has been a Bulldog her entire grade school career. She has grown in so many ways over the years. We are grateful to have been part of her growth journey.
It's Match Day! Members of our Bulldog Golf Team take to the links at Bent Oak after school for a match against Bartelso and ASA.
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
Tee it up, Bulldog STRONG!
It's Game Day!
Our 7th/8th grade Brain Games team heads to Rend Lake College for Regional competition today.
Together, we are Bulldog STRONG.
Our 7th/8th grade Brain Games team heads to Rend Lake College for Regional competition today.
Together, we are Bulldog STRONG.
Today, we shine our spotlight on Peyton
Fun Fact about me: A fun fact about me is that I really love softball and going to tractor pulls.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I would like to learn how to pull tractors.
Chicken or Banana? Banana
Favorite School Lunch: Chicken Nuggets
Favorite Field Trip: Science Center in 7th Grade
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: Them being funny and being able to take a joke.
Lesson Learned at GES: I learned that some teachers do care.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: I am going to miss the teachers in junior high.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: That this school is one of the best ones.
I will always remember: When cody sang Baby in social studies in seventh grade.
Upon graduation from GES, Peyton plans to go to Central High School
Peyton has been a Bulldog from the start and leaves ready to take on high school with confidence. Wishing you continued success—once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog.
Fun Fact about me: A fun fact about me is that I really love softball and going to tractor pulls.
What is one skill you would like to learn? I would like to learn how to pull tractors.
Chicken or Banana? Banana
Favorite School Lunch: Chicken Nuggets
Favorite Field Trip: Science Center in 7th Grade
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: Them being funny and being able to take a joke.
Lesson Learned at GES: I learned that some teachers do care.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: I am going to miss the teachers in junior high.
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: That this school is one of the best ones.
I will always remember: When cody sang Baby in social studies in seventh grade.
Upon graduation from GES, Peyton plans to go to Central High School
Peyton has been a Bulldog from the start and leaves ready to take on high school with confidence. Wishing you continued success—once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog.
It's Game Day!
Our 5th/6th grade Brain Games team heads to Rend Lake College for Regional competition today.
Together, we are Bulldog STRONG.
Our 5th/6th grade Brain Games team heads to Rend Lake College for Regional competition today.
Together, we are Bulldog STRONG.
Today, we shine our spotlight on Alayna.
Fun Fact about me: I do bowling and golf.
What is one skill you would like to learn? Golf
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: Pizzaburger
Favorite Field Trip: Kaskaskia College
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: They are nice.
Lesson Learned at GES: Be kind.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: The teachers
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: Everyone is nice here.
I will always remember: the teachers.
Upon graduation from GES, Alayna plans to go to Central High School.
Alayna made the move to GES in fourth grade and quickly became part of what makes Bulldog Country so special. We’re proud to have been part of her journey. Best of luck in high school. Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog.
Fun Fact about me: I do bowling and golf.
What is one skill you would like to learn? Golf
Chicken or Banana? Chicken
Favorite School Lunch: Pizzaburger
Favorite Field Trip: Kaskaskia College
Favorite Subject: ELA
Teacher Quality You Appreciate Most: They are nice.
Lesson Learned at GES: Be kind.
What You Will Miss Most about GES: The teachers
What Makes You Most Proud to be a Bulldog: Everyone is nice here.
I will always remember: the teachers.
Upon graduation from GES, Alayna plans to go to Central High School.
Alayna made the move to GES in fourth grade and quickly became part of what makes Bulldog Country so special. We’re proud to have been part of her journey. Best of luck in high school. Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog.
