Through the first 5 weeks of The Final Push, our incredible community has made 86 donations totaling $163,019. Combined with The Rockfest fundraiser, we've now raised $538,019 — 72% of our $750,000 goal.
Let's keep the momentum going. Join The Final Push today. Click the link to get started.
https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8#STRONGerTogether
2 months ago, Robin Becker
It was a full Saturday for our Lady Bulldogs Basketball Team, playing three games in less than 10 hours. Their hard work, grit, and teamwork paid off as they finished the St. Boniface Basketball Tournament with a STRONG 3-1 record, earning third place overall!
Way to go, Lady Bulldogs. Your determination and Bulldog spirit make us proud.
2 months ago, Robin Becker
Week #5 of The Final Push
We continue to be blown away by the generosity of our Bulldog family and community!
Amount Pledged: $16,950
Amount Received: $13,890
Each dollar represents belief—in our students, our school, and our future. Thank you for standing behind this project.
We are STRONGer together!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
Our Bulldogs put on a fantastic performance at the Aviston 6th Grade Boys Basketball Tournament this weekend. The run began with a strong 28-15 victory over Mascoutah, followed by a hard-fought 36-30 win against Breese District 12 in the semi-finals. Saving the best for last, our Bulldogs dominated the championship game with a 38-21 triumph over Okawville to claim the tournament title.
Congratulations to our players and coaches on an incredible tournament. Your hard work, teamwork, and determination resulted in a Bulldog STRONG championship finish.
2 months ago, Robin Becker
The Class of ’73 is getting in on the mix. Thank you to Glen & Lisa Boeckmann for their $500 donation to The Final Push. Your Bulldog pride will make a big impact for our students.
#STRONGerTogether
2 months ago, Robin Becker
Our GES alumni are stepping up in a big way. Twenty graduating classes have already joined The Class Challenge, contributing a total of $26,290 to support our school.
Individuals can join, too! Simply select the class you’d like to represent on the Google Form with your donation. If you’ve already donated and didn’t indicate a class, please email
rbecker@ges60.org to update your information.
It’s not too late to be part of The Final Push—every gift brings us closer to a space that will serve our students and community for years to come. Click the link to get started.
https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8#STRONGerTogether
2 months ago, Robin Becker
It's Game Day! Our VGB Team takes on ASA at 11:30 in the semi-finals of the St. Boniface Tournament.
From tip-off to buzzer, play STRONG!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
It's Game Day! Our 6BB Team takes on Breese District 12 at 10:50 in the semi-finals of the Aviston Tournament.
From tip-off to buzzer, play STRONG!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
Mrs. Conner's October reader of the month is Haylee P. Haylee has really taken off this year as a reader. She continues to push herself and has found the love of reading. The October writer of the month is Ali C. Ali works hard each day to improve her writing skills, and her progress truly shows. Keep up the great work, girls!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
We were honored to celebrate these heroes today — our Veterans. Thank you for your service, your courage, and your example.
2 months ago, Robin Becker
$10,000 STRONGer! Huge thanks to Tommy and Carrie Bach/Tommy's Auto Detailing for supporting our Raise the Roof Capital Campaign. What an incredible show of support for The Final Push. Together, we’re proving what small schools with big hearts can do.
Want to join The Final Push? Click the link to get started.
https://forms.gle/1LqFu1ok4v1K4NWr8#STRONGerTogether
2 months ago, Robin Becker
It's Game Day! Our 6BB Team takes on Mascoutah at 4:30 in the first round of the Aviston Tournament.
From tip-off to buzzer, play STRONG!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
It's Game Day! Our VGB Team takes on First Baptist Academy at 5:30 in the St. Boniface Tournament.
From tip-off to buzzer, play STRONG!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
Helping kids learn how to treat others kindly is one of the most important lessons we can teach — both at school and at home. Words like rude, mean, and bullying are sometimes used interchangeably, but they mean very different things. Knowing the difference helps us respond in ways that teach empathy, problem-solving, and safety.
Rude Behavior
Definition: When someone says or does something unintentionally hurtful or disrespectful once
Example: Interrupting someone, cutting in line, letting a door close on someone, or laughing at the wrong time
Mean Behavior
Definition: When someone says or does something intentionally hurtful one time --- often out of anger, jealousy, or frustration.
Example: Making fun of how someone looks, excluding a friend from a game, or using a rude tone on purpose.
Bullying Behavior
Definition: Repeated, intentional behavior meant to hurt, humiliate, or control another person. It involves a power imbalance --- one person has more social, physical, or emotional power.
Example: A group repeatedly teasing one student, spreading rumors, or encouraging others to exclude someone.
Age Matters: Don’t forget, our kids aren’t born knowing social rules. Younger children (up to grade 3 depending on social maturity) are still learning these rules. Helping them learn problem solving skills and how to work through small disagreements is critical to their social and emotional growth.
Next week, we’ll dive deeper into how we can teach our kids to respond to rude, mean, and bullying behavior.
2 months ago, Robin Becker
A heartfelt thank you to the Harold & Dolores Lohman Family for their $250 donation to The Final Push. Your support is helping us reach our goal and make a lasting impact for our students. We’re so grateful for your generosity.
#STRONGerTogether
2 months ago, Robin Becker
It's Game Day! Our JV/V GB teams host Collinsville in action tonight. The JV game starts at 6:00 followed by the varsity game.
From tip-off to buzzer, play STRONG!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
Thank you to a member of the Class of 1976 for their thoughtful anonymous gift to The Final Push! Your generosity is helping Bulldog Country reach new heights—one step closer to our new gym!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
It's Game Day! Our 5/6 BB teams host Albers/Dville in action after school. The 5th grade game starts at 4:00 followed by the 6th grade game.
From tip-off to buzzer, play STRONG!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
It's Game Day! Our JV/V GB teams travel to Wesclin for action this evening. The JV game starts at 5:30 followed by the varsity game.
From tip-off to buzzer, play STRONG!
2 months ago, Robin Becker
Shoutout to Justin & Kaley Vonder Haar for their $500 donation to The Final Push. From Bulldog grad to raising the next generation at GES, your support means the world. Thank you!
#STRONGerTogether
3 months ago, Robin Becker
