Congratulations to Erica and Kayne for representing GES with Bulldog Pride at the Clinton County Spelling Bee this evening.
Erica finished in fourth place overall , meeting her goal to finish in the Top 10.
Way to go Bulldogs!
Support the Germantown PTA. Eat local at Knotty Pine next Tuesday, February 18.
Local Business+ Great Food+Support a School = Winning
It's Competition Day.
Kayne and Erica will represent GES at the Clinton County Spelling Bee this evening. The competition starts at 6:00 and will be held at Carlyle High School.
Spell with Confidence. Make an IMPACT!
It's Match Day!
Our Scholar Bulldogs host Albers in action after school. The first question drops at 3:30.
Buzz in, Make an IMPACT.
It's Game Day!
Our Bulldogs take on Opdyke Belle Rive in the semifinals of the Class S SIJHSAA State Tournament.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Bulldogs!
After much discussion and watching the latest forecast, we have decided that for the safety of our students and staff, tomorrow will be an E-Learning Day. While getting our students and staff to school may not be an issue, getting them home could be. We want to ensure that everyone stays safe and avoids any potential dangerous situations due to changing weather conditions. The students should have brought everything they need for E-Learning home with them today. The teachers will push out information to families by 8:30 tomorrow morning and will be available to answer questions throughout the day.
We appreciate you understanding that safety is our top priority. We would rather be safe than sorry.
It's Game Day!
Our 5-8 volleyball teams travel to Okawville for action after school. The fifth grade game starts at 4:00 with all other games to follow.
One team, one goal, make an IMPACT. Go Lady Bulldogs!
The pairings for the 2025 Germantown Varsity Volleyball Tournament have been released. In first round action, our Lady Bulldogs take on St. Boniface-Edwardsville at 8:00 on Friday, February 28.
One team, one goal, make an IMPACT. Go lady Bulldogs!
It's Game Day!
Our Bulldogs take on Pinckneyville 204 in the quarterfinals of the Class S SIJHSAA State Tournament.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Bulldogs!
It's Match Day!
Our Bulldog Bowling Team travels to Hank's Bowl for a match against Aviston after school.
Bulldog Bowling, where every roll makes an IMPACT.
Bulldog Country stands proud of Payton K. and Hayden K. for being chosen to represent GES on the All Tournament Team at the Bethel Volleyball Tournament.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT! Way to go ladies!!
Go BULLDOGS!
Dear Bulldogs,
As you lace up your shoes and step onto the court at Rend Lake College for the Class S SIJHSAA State Basketball Tournament, let the spirit of Bulldog IMPACT guide you.
Be INSPIRED by the journey that has brought you here—every practice, every game, and every moment of hard work has led to this opportunity. Play with passion and belief in yourselves.
Stay MINDFUL of the game in front of you. Focus on each possession, each pass, and each shot. Trust the preparation that has made you ready for this moment.
Be PATIENT—great plays develop through teamwork, strategy, and resilience. When faced with adversity, take a deep breath and push forward with determination.
Remain ACCEPTING of every challenge and every call. No matter what happens, respond with grace and a commitment to giving your very best.
Play with CONFIDENCE—you have earned this. Trust your skills, your teammates, and your ability to rise to the occasion. Walk onto that court knowing you are ready.
And most importantly, be TRUSTWORTHY teammates. Lift each other up, communicate, and have each other’s backs—because together, you are unstoppable.
But always remember—basketball is more than just a game. It’s about the lessons learned, the friendships built, and the memories made along the way. No matter the outcome, you are already champions in the eyes of your Bulldog Family.
So go out there, play with heart, and show them what it means to make an IMPACT!
Sincerely,
Your Bulldog Family 🐾❤️🖤🏀
It's Match Day!
Our Bulldog Bowling Team takes to the lanes of Hi-Top Bowl today for the Mike Gebke Memorial Bowling Tournament.
Where every roll makes an IMPACT. Go Bulldogs!
It's Game Day!
Our Lady Bulldogs takes on Ashley at noon today in the semi-finals of the Bethel Tournament.
One team, one goal, make an IMPACT. Go Lady Bulldogs!
It's Game Day!
Our Bulldogs take on Cypress-Buncomb Co-op at 1:15 in the Class S SIJHSAA State Tournament.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Bulldogs!
Last week, I shared some ways to build empathy with our children (and ourselves). Active listening and perspective taking (seeing a situation from another’s eyes) are great places to start.
Another way to build this skill is by openly discussing similarities and differences. We had a conversation at my house just this week about morning routines in different households. When one child made a comment about how we should skip Mindful Morning, get straight to work, and get out of school earlier, I was less than thrilled. I could have reacted immediately. We’ve committed a lot of time, heart, and energy to our GES students starting the school days with mindfulness and connection because we believe it’s what we need. Instead of yelling at her, telling her she doesn’t make the decisions, she’s not in charge, she’s being disrespectful, or the many other initial thoughts I had, we paused to think and talk.
“What do our mornings look like at home usually? What do you do at Mindful Morning time? Why is it good for kids? Not why do you like it, but why is it helpful?“
Our kids only know what they’ve experienced. They are kids. Unless they are living it, they do not understand that there is a big world outside their door, even in Germantown, with many different circumstances that make life different for other people.
“Did you know that some kids are getting themselves ready and out the door in the morning? Some parents have to be at work and don’t get to be home with their kids. You know how sometimes when we all sleep in just a little bit and then we’re rushing. That often leads to chaos, yelling, and tears. How does that affect your day at school? How does that affect your brain, body, and heart? Some kids start every day like that.”
Because of this conversation, we were able to turn a seemingly snarky remark into a learning experience that helped build empathy and understanding for others.
It's Game Day!
Our Varsity Lady Bulldogs take on Raccoon at 8:00 in the first round of the Bethel Tourney.
One team, one goal, make an IMPACT. Go Lady Bulldogs!
It's Game Day!
Our 5-8 volleyball teams host Bartelso with the fifth grade game starting at 4:00 and all other games to follow.
Our JV Bulldog Basketball team takes on ASA at 5:00 in the Trenton K of C Tournament.
Play hard, play smart, make an IMPACT. Go Bulldogs!
It's Match Day!
Our Bowling Bulldogs travel to St. Clair Bowl for a match against Lebanon after school.
Bulldog Bowling, where every roll makes an IMPACT.
