Dear Ram Family-- We apologize for this morning's school closing announcement mix-up. We had some issues with our process. While some did receive a text message, many others did not. We've identified the problem and it has been corrected. We will be better going forward.
3 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
BOYS YOUTH BASKETBALL The after school basketball program will be cancelled on Thursday, January 18 to allow HS teams to practice 3:00-5:00. Boys Youth Basketball Travel practices are cancelled tomorrow. Travel practices will be Thursday night. (18th) Thursday Night Practice schedule 5:00 Dunithan 3/4 Overgaard 5/6 6:00 Overgaard 3/4 Bartlett 3/4 7:00 Klimp 5/6 White 5/6
3 months ago, Jeff Merasco
Message from the Superintendent: Dear Ram Family, After a relatively mild start to winter, circumstances have certainly changed. When it comes to deciding whether or not to close schools, the past several days have presented obvious challenges. Unfortunately, this decision is far from an exact science. Factors to be considered include snow totals, road conditions including ice, wind chill temperatures, and whether or not buses will start. Today, Monday, Jan. 15, a combination of these factors made the decision to close more clear. In addition to the bitter cold, we have ice-packed back roads and several buses that would not start due to the cold. While we consider these factors, we have to balance the ability of students, staff, and buses to arrive safely at school with our responsibility to educate our kids. With just 180 days to teach our kids each year, each day is an important opportunity to do so. Please know that we absolutely want our kids at school - when it is deemed safe to do so. The decision-making process here in Kalamazoo County typically involves communication among the Superintendents across the county. Specifically, G-A pays close attention to our direct neighbors, including Gull Lake, Climax-Scotts, and Comstock. That communication may begin as early as the day prior or in the very early AM on potential school closure days. As we look ahead to Tuesday, Jan. 16, and Wed. Jan. 17, we are closely monitoring the factors. Regarding wind chill, when the National Weather Service (NWS) issues a "wind chill warning" that impacts the morning commute, we will likely close school. If the NWS issues a "wind chill advisory," assuming roads are passable and buses will start, we will likely be in session. Honestly, I see Tuesday going either way - please prepare accordingly. If we are open, buses will likely be moving more slowly. Please bundle up those kids waiting at bus stops and encourage teen drivers to be extra careful. In addition to whether or not to close schools, we also have to consider whether or not it is safe to hold extra-curricular events. In some cases, such as an overnight snowstorm, conditions can improve enough throughout the day to allow events to be safely held. This is a decision that is typically made during the day of the actual school closure. Communication on these events may come through normal school processes or from other administrators or coaches. As I stated earlier, this is not a perfect science, and as such, your grace is much appreciated. Be well, stay safe! Chris Rice Interim Superintendent Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
3 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools (K-12 only) will be CLOSED tomorrow, Monday, January 15, 2024 due to windchill temperatures and icy back roads. Daycare will remain open.
3 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools (K-12 and daycare) will be CLOSED tomorrow, Friday, January 12, 2024 due to inclement weather.
3 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
There is NO Girls youth basketball tomorrow after school because of Halloween. The next after school practice is THURSDAY, November 2 3rd-4th 3:00-4:15 5th-6th 4:00-5:15 Travel practice on Wednesday, November 1 3rd-4th 6:00 5th-6th 7:00
6 months ago, Jeff Merasco
HALF DAY BUSES: Orange and White buses are being combined on the ORANGE BUS today for the half day and they may be running 30 minutes late! Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. ❤️💛🐏
6 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
The Green Bus will not be running this morning due to a shortage of drivers.
6 months ago, G-A Superintendent
GIRLS YOUTH BASKETBALL After school free basketball program begins on Tuesday, October 24. After school camp is focused on fundamental skill development, no games. Girls in grades 3rd and 4th practice 3:00-4:15. Girls in grades 5th and 6th will be bused to the Primary and practice 4:00-5:15. After practice parents must come inside and sign out their daughter. Girls that registerd for Travel Basketball, which includes games vs other schools, will practice Wednesday night. Registration fee of $40 is due. 3/4th grade teams will practice 6:00-7:00. 5/6th grade teams practice at 7:00. Girls are divided into 2 teams at each level. Attendance is required. First games are Saturday, November 11.
6 months ago, Jeff Merasco
Galesburg-Augusta: G-AHS has been participating in a School Spirit Challenge. You can vote for G-AHS once a day from September 4, 2023 through October 16, 2023. We have a few more days... help us keep the lead! We need every vote!!! Thanks, G-A RAM FAM! https://johnnysmarkets.com/school-spirit/
6 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
GKYL Travel Basketball Forms are Due October 27. However our game schedule has been moved up a week. First games are November 11. First practice will be October 25. Please return forms ASAP (by October 20 is preferred) Thank you
7 months ago, Jeff Merasco
Walk to School A reminder that the Walk to School event is TOMORROW October 6th. The event is for students in grades 1st-4th. We have over 200 students that returned their permission slips. Students will be receiving a wristband TODAY to get off the bus and participate. Parents are invited to walk with us. Students that get dropped off at school can be dropped off at the park between 7:15-7:30. We start walking to school at 7:35.
7 months ago, Jeff Merasco
WS
Good morning Ram Fam! Tomorrow, October 4th, is FALL COUNT DAY! Please make sure your student is in attendance for the entire day. The number of students present on Count Day is how the state determines our district funding! (The higher the count, the more funding we receive.) We are celebrating the day with ice-cream sandwiches in the afternoon, and by allowing students to wear a hat during school hours. Every student counts!
7 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
tomorrow is count day
Presale Tickets: Save yourself some time, and skip the ticket line! Get your presale tickets for Friday's game from the G-ACS admin/business office (attached to the HS, facing 37th street). 8AM-4:30PM, Today-Thursday 8AM-3PM on Friday. $6/admission, cash only G-A students get in free with student ID Senior Citizen Passes for free admission (age 62 yrs. and up) available at the High School office. Free admission with military ID.
7 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
Tomorrow is the final day to return walk to school slips A reminder that we are collecting Walk to School permission slips for our event on October 6th. We would like anyone participating to return permission slips, even if students are getting dropped off. This way all students can get a wristband . The event is for students in grades 1st-4th. We have over 144 students that already have returned their forms. Deadline is Friday, September 29. Current total permission slips returned by September 29
7 months ago, Jeff Merasco
WS
Transportation Announcement: The ORANGE (2) and WHITE (14) buses will be running up to 30-40 minutes late today.
7 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
🚌 Transportation Announcement: The ORANGE and WHITE buses will be running up to 30 minutes late this afternoon.
7 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
WALK TO SCHOOL is Friday, October 6th! Permission slips are coming home today. Please return by Friday, September 29. Parents are invited to walk with us. The event is for grades 1st-4th.
7 months ago, Jeff Merasco
WS
1-2-3-4- WE DECLARE A PENNY WAR! The Penny War will take place TODAY, 9/13/23, through 9/29/23, for K-12. - Buckets will be available to deposit money into at the beginning of the day and end of the day near the school office - Pennies in your bucket = positive points - Each silver coin counts as negative points for OTHER grades. In other words, dropping a quarter in another grade’s bucket takes 25 points from their total. Dollar bills are big points. - We will announce scores at the end of each week: 9/15 & 9/22 - The grade with the most positive points (money) on 9/29 wins! - Proceeds will go towards a surprise at the Home of the Ram Stadium Grand Opening on October 6th.
8 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
penny war sign with a jar of pennies pictured
Here is your regularly scheduled reminder to go vote for G-AHS! 🙂 https://johnnysmarkets.com/school-spirit/ Our high school has a chance to win a $1,500, $1,000, or $500 prize donation in Johnny’s School Spirit Challenge! You can vote once per day through October 16th.
8 months ago, Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
vote g-a once a day : Our high school has a chance to win a $1,500, $1,000, or $500 prize donation in Johnny’s School Spirit Challenge! You can vote once per day through October 16th!