Calendar Reminder: Dec. 22 through Jan. 2, schools and offices closed. Happy Winter Break!

How many nights a week should you be reading? 🗣️6-7
You have plenty of time over the break!
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Calendar Reminder: Friday, Dec. 19, half day for students.

Congratulations to some of our incredible staff members. Take a look at our Most Recent Staff Spotlights!
LAURA LOVE- FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Congratulations to this amazing teacher who is truly making a difference! Your ability to build strong, meaningful relationships with your students shines through in everything you do. Thank you for creating a classroom where students feel seen, valued, and supported—your impact reaches far beyond academics. Keep inspiring! 🌟
BROOKE HEWITT - THIRD GRADE TEACHER
Congratulations to one of our amazing third-grade teachers! 🎉
Your positivity shines through everything you do, and it’s already making such a wonderful impact on your students and our school. We’re so lucky to have you! 🌟✨
LAURA LOVE- FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Congratulations to this amazing teacher who is truly making a difference! Your ability to build strong, meaningful relationships with your students shines through in everything you do. Thank you for creating a classroom where students feel seen, valued, and supported—your impact reaches far beyond academics. Keep inspiring! 🌟
BROOKE HEWITT - THIRD GRADE TEACHER
Congratulations to one of our amazing third-grade teachers! 🎉
Your positivity shines through everything you do, and it’s already making such a wonderful impact on your students and our school. We’re so lucky to have you! 🌟✨


Congratulations to some of our incredible staff members. Take a look at our Most Recent Staff Spotlights!
MEGAN ROSE
Congratulations to our new Head Custodian!
Your positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work well with everyone make you truly stand out. Thank you for always taking initiative and getting the job done with pride and professionalism. We’re lucky to have you—congratulations on this well-deserved role! 🎉
RACHEL EIGENBRODE
Congratulations to our amazing First Grade Teacher!
Your dedication to helping your students grow—academically and behaviorally—is truly inspiring. You advocate fiercely for your students and make sure every child feels seen, supported, and like they belong. Thank you for all you do. This recognition is so well deserved! 🌟📚
KASEY GOSHORN
Congratulations to our Therapeutic Support Program Teacher!
Your dedication to helping students grow is evident in everything you do. You lead with strength, compassion, and consistency, coming in each day ready to achieve new goals and support your students. We’re grateful for your hard work and proud to celebrate you! 🌟
ELAINE ELSTON
Congratulations to our Music Teacher!
In such a short time, you’ve made our music program incredibly fun and engaging for everyone. Thank you for your energy, creativity, and for putting on such an amazing holiday concert—we’re so lucky to have you!
JANE DESIMONE
Congratulations and thank you for all you do! 💛
Your willingness to help wherever there’s a need and your genuine love for our Pre-K students make such a difference every day. We’re so grateful to have you on our team!
SANDY CRAWFORD
Congratulations and thank you for all you do! 🌟
Your dedication to helping every student reach their full potential—and the joy you spread to both staff and students—makes a lasting impact year after year. We’re so lucky to have you!
RENEE ROSTIEN
Congratulations! 💖
Your loving care and dedication mean so much to your Pre-K students—we’re so grateful for the warmth and joy you bring to the classroom every day.
KRISTEN ROBINSON - KINDERGARTEN INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Congratulations to an incredible kindergarten instructional assistant! 🎉
Your constant smile, positivity, and uplifting spirit make such a difference every day. You never complain, always go above and beyond, and show so much love to both students and staff. We’re so grateful for the light you bring to our school! 💛🌟
ANGELA SCHINDLER
Congratulations to an amazing Pre-K teacher! 🎉
Your passion, patience, and genuine love for your three-year-olds shine every single day. The way your students adore you says it all — you create a joyful, safe, and inspiring space for them to learn and grow. Thank you for all the heart you pour into your classroom! 💛🌟
MEGAN ROSE
Congratulations to our new Head Custodian!
Your positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work well with everyone make you truly stand out. Thank you for always taking initiative and getting the job done with pride and professionalism. We’re lucky to have you—congratulations on this well-deserved role! 🎉
RACHEL EIGENBRODE
Congratulations to our amazing First Grade Teacher!
Your dedication to helping your students grow—academically and behaviorally—is truly inspiring. You advocate fiercely for your students and make sure every child feels seen, supported, and like they belong. Thank you for all you do. This recognition is so well deserved! 🌟📚
KASEY GOSHORN
Congratulations to our Therapeutic Support Program Teacher!
Your dedication to helping students grow is evident in everything you do. You lead with strength, compassion, and consistency, coming in each day ready to achieve new goals and support your students. We’re grateful for your hard work and proud to celebrate you! 🌟
ELAINE ELSTON
Congratulations to our Music Teacher!
In such a short time, you’ve made our music program incredibly fun and engaging for everyone. Thank you for your energy, creativity, and for putting on such an amazing holiday concert—we’re so lucky to have you!
JANE DESIMONE
Congratulations and thank you for all you do! 💛
Your willingness to help wherever there’s a need and your genuine love for our Pre-K students make such a difference every day. We’re so grateful to have you on our team!
SANDY CRAWFORD
Congratulations and thank you for all you do! 🌟
Your dedication to helping every student reach their full potential—and the joy you spread to both staff and students—makes a lasting impact year after year. We’re so lucky to have you!
RENEE ROSTIEN
Congratulations! 💖
Your loving care and dedication mean so much to your Pre-K students—we’re so grateful for the warmth and joy you bring to the classroom every day.
KRISTEN ROBINSON - KINDERGARTEN INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Congratulations to an incredible kindergarten instructional assistant! 🎉
Your constant smile, positivity, and uplifting spirit make such a difference every day. You never complain, always go above and beyond, and show so much love to both students and staff. We’re so grateful for the light you bring to our school! 💛🌟
ANGELA SCHINDLER
Congratulations to an amazing Pre-K teacher! 🎉
Your passion, patience, and genuine love for your three-year-olds shine every single day. The way your students adore you says it all — you create a joyful, safe, and inspiring space for them to learn and grow. Thank you for all the heart you pour into your classroom! 💛🌟









We are enjoying the Holiday Spirit Week💚










Join in on the fun with our GES Holiday Spirt Week before winter break begins! ❄️🐝


Fourth grade enjoyed their vertical math lessons this week. They used problem solving and reasoning💚






Thank you to our counselors for working diligently to improve attendance. We are so proud of all of our students that received Perfect Attendance, Honor Roll and Principals Honor Roll.










Thank you Mrs. Elston for an amazing Band and Chorus concert 🎶🥁🎤!









Our Holiday Shop Starts tomorrow!
Don't forget to bring you Gift List Envelope and money. Classes who have Gym on Day 4 will be shopping Monday.
Don't forget to bring you Gift List Envelope and money. Classes who have Gym on Day 4 will be shopping Monday.

Gift List Envelopes and Class schedules went home this week! Please check your child's folder for more information on our Holiday Shop happening Dec 8th-11th.


Updated Status for 12/5/25: Due to current road conditions, schools will be closed. Offices will open on time.

UPDATED STATUS: Friday, Dec. 5, due to current road conditions, all schools are closed. Offices will be opening on time.

It's that time of year again, our Holiday Shop is back!
December 8th-11th students will have the opportunity to shop for their loved ones for the holiday season. Your child will shop on the day they have gym class for special. Please check the schedule below. We can't wait!
December 8th-11th students will have the opportunity to shop for their loved ones for the holiday season. Your child will shop on the day they have gym class for special. Please check the schedule below. We can't wait!


Please take a moment to read the GES December Family Newsletter for important information and upcoming events.
https://secure.smore.com/n/t6v7w
Happy Holidays from our GES family to yours!
https://secure.smore.com/n/t6v7w
Happy Holidays from our GES family to yours!

It's that time of year again, our Holiday Shop is back!
December 8th-11th students will have the opportunity to shop for their loved ones for the holiday season. Your child will shop on the day they have gym class for special. Please check the schedule below. We can't wait!
December 8th-11th students will have the opportunity to shop for their loved ones for the holiday season. Your child will shop on the day they have gym class for special. Please check the schedule below. We can't wait!


We hope that all of our families enjoy their Thanksgiving Break. There is no school Wednesday-Friday this week. We will all return to school on Monday, December 1, 2025.💚










Calendar Reminder: Nov. 26-28 schools and offices closed.

Parent Visitation Day is one of our favorites💚









