Mrs. Conner’s 8th grade ELA classes read Edgar Allan Poe’s story “The Tell Tale Heart”. To really understand the mood and suspense of the story, the students read the story in the darkness using flashlights. It was a fun learning experience and a great way to continue the unit focused around “the art of suspense”.
It is the mission of Germantown Elementary School District #60 to educate all children to the best of their abilities through the cooperation of school, home, and community. The District, in an active partnership with parents and community, promotes excellence in a caring environment in which all students learn and grow. Through this partnership we hope to empower all students to develop a strong self-esteem and to become responsible learners and decision-makers. Attainment of our mission is determined by student academic achievement, social development and positive attitude toward learning.
The Honor Roll program at Germantown Elementary School District #60 recognizes the academic achievement of all fifth through eighth grade students. Students with a grade point average between 3.76-4.0 earn a place on High Honor Roll while students with a GPA between 3.5-3.75 are designated as Honor Roll recipients.
It is our pleasure to recognize the 1st Quarter Honor Roll recipients. This honor is a direct result of hard work and dedication.
It's Game Day!
Our JVGB team tips off its season against Albers/Dville at 6:30 in the Wesclin Tournament.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Lady Bulldogs!
It's Game Day.
Our 5/6 GB Teams host Aviston in action after school today. The 6th grade game starts at 4:00 with the 5th grade game to follow.
Play, hard, play smart, make an IMPACT.
The schedule for the Wesclin Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament has been released. In our first game of the round robin tournament, our Bulldogs take on Centralia at 5:15.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Bulldogs!
It's Game Day!
Our 5/6 GB Teams travel to Wesclin for action after school today. The fifth grade game starts at 4:00 with the sixth grade game to follow.
Play hard, play smart, Make an IMPACT.
The Pairings for the 2024 Aviston 6th Grade Boys Basketball Tournament have been released. In first round action, our Bulldogs take on Okawville at 4:30 on Friday, November 1.
Play, hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Bulldogs!
It's Game Day.
Our 6GB Team takes on St. Rose at 9:20 in the consolation bracket of the ASA Tourney.
Play hard, play smart, Make an IMPACT. Go Lady Bulldogs!
Check out this week's publication of the Bulldog Bulletin.
At our most recent SEL Family Night, we practiced perspective taking, or seeing what it is like to “walk in someone else’s shoes.” Our students physically put on a different pair of shoes (luckily no one broke an ankle in Ms. Krebs’s very popular high heels), read a scenario, and tried to understand how that person might feel in the given situation. This skill is vital to developing empathy and compassion. Now that they have had that exposure, it’s our turn as adults to look in the mirror and see if we are able to put that same practice into our daily lives.
When situations arise, our expectations of how our kids should respond can sometimes be completely unrealistic. They may not be entirely capable of cleaning their room independently. A messy room can be overwhelming to look at as an adult. For a child that hasn’t mastered that skill yet, they may actually not know where to start and how to continue. What about when a child cries before every basketball game because they don’t want to play? Could it be that they possibly just don’t like the sport in the same way we did when we were younger? Is their frustration maybe valid when they’ve asked 3 times to do a puzzle with you and you haven’t responded because you’re on your phone?
Try seeing things through their eyes. How would you feel if you were their age and in that situation? Remember, most of your knowledge has come from previous life experiences and observing others. Our kids haven’t had many of those experiences yet. Learning takes time. By standing in their shoes, we may be better able to communicate and reach them.
It's Game Day.
Our 6GB Team takes on Albers/Dville at 6:25 in the first round of the ASA Tourney.
Play hard, play smart, Make an IMPACT. Go Lady Bulldogs!
It's Game Day.
Our 5/6 GB Teams host Carlyle in action after school today. The fifth grade game starts at 4:00 with the sixth grade game to follow.
Play hard, play smart, Make an IMPACT.
Congratulations to our State Cross Country qualifiers, Sydney H. and Kyler R. They advance to run in the State Track Meet at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds on Sunday, October 19.
Every step, BIG Impact. Go Bulldogs!
Our cross country harriers are ready to represent GES with bulldog pride at Regionals after school today. Please joins us in wishing them good luck.
We look forward to welcoming our Grandparents and Special Friends to GES this Friday.
It's Regional Day.
Our Cross Country Bulldogs travel to O'Fallon for the Region 2 Regional after school today. The girls' race starts at 4:00 followed by the boys' race at 4:30.
Every step, BIG IMPACT. Go Bulldogs!
Our good friends at Jansen Chevrolet are hosting their Annual Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 25, from 6:00-8:00. Feel free to add this as a stop on your trick-or-treat route.
It's Game Day.
Our 5/6 GB Teams travel to Okawville for action after school today. The fifth grade game starts at 4:00 with the sixth grade game to follow.
Play hard, play smart, Make an IMPACT.
Our HOUSE Program is all about building confidence and fostering connections. Each student is part of a HOUSE where they form meaningful relationships with peers across different grades. Through team activities, friendly competitions, and leadership opportunities, students learn to step out of their comfort zones and grow into confident, empowered individuals. The HOUSE Program helps create a supportive, inclusive environment where every student feels valued and capable of making a difference.
Small school, BIG IMPACT. GES #60
We are gearing up for Feel Good Friday, and this time it’s the Camping Edition. From 8:30-10:00 on Friday, October 11, our students and staff will enjoy outdoor-themed activities with their HOUSE buddies, all while building friendships and making a positive IMPACT on our school community.
