*** SCHOOLS OF CHOICE ENROLLMENT FOR 2021-2022 ***
Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools is accepting K-12 Schools of Choice applications for the 2021-2022 school year.
The application window for fall enrollment of the 2021-2022 school year will be April 26, 2021 through May 25, 2021.
Applications are available at the links below. Applications must be returned to 1076 N. 37th Street, Galesburg, MI 49053 or emailed to brenda.sutherland@garams.org.
Schools of Choice Application (Kalamazoo Co.): https://5il.co/rw7i
Schools of Choice Application (Outside of Kalamazoo Co.): https://5il.co/rw7j
G-A 2021 Bond Proposal Video
90 Second Overview
https://vimeo.com/534551238/dfe823232a
Pandemic EBT Information
Important information for parents or guardians of student’s eligible for Free and Reduced Lunch at G-A Primary School & Middle School.
Primary School: https://5il.co/rgc3
Middle School: https://5il.co/rgc2
For more information, visit Michigan.gov/PEBT or call 1-833-905-0028.
Good afternoon, families:
Today we heard the State of MI, MDHHS and Governor Whitmer, share their concerns about the escalation of community spread of the Covid-19 virus. The State encouraged but only recommended that districts consider closing high schools and sports for two weeks after spring break.
At this time, we have met with our local county health officials and do not feel that G-A needs to close our high school for virtual learning nor shut down our athletic teams.
Fortunately, so far this first week back after spring break, the rapid antigen tests our athletes have undergone, have produced all negative test results. We also are thankful that it is spring and that our sports teams have moved outdoors. However, athletes still sit on buses together and in dugouts, together; therefore, it is still critical that our students continue mitigation strategies at all times. Outside of school is also important.. Doing so will help our athletes continue to play and our schools remain open for face to face instruction. We continue to appreciate our families' support!
We will share updated information from our Kalamazoo County Health Department as soon as it is available.
Respectfully,
Wendy Somers
Middle School track starts Monday. Practice is at the MS 3:30-5:30. Busing is available from the HS to the MS and/or Primary for all practices. You attendance at practice is very important! We will be handing out important Covid forms and order forms for Track uniforms (shirts). Parent meeting is Tuesday at 6:00. MS
Congratulations to our 8th grade girls basketball for defeating Constantine 30-29 to finish the season with 3 straight wins. The Rams got off to a slow start and trailed 8-0 early in the game. They rallied to take the lead at halftime. Constantine came back in the 4th quarter to take a 29-25 lead with :53 remaining. But having the right mindset proved important for the ladies as the scored the final 5 points, highlighted by a 3 point shot with :12 to win. As discussed in the locker room after the game, if they can remember 1 thing from this season it would be NEVER QUIT, play until
the final whistle. This is true in basketball but in life also ❤️🏀 Proud of the girls and look forward to watching them grow over the next 4 years.
SCHOOL WALK INFORMATION
Wednesday, March 24
If you are a K-5 student we would love to have you join us tomorrow for a school walk. Exercise has huge benefits both physically and emotionally as we work through this difficult time. We will meet at the Primary at 11:00 and walk on the KVRT for an hour. Masks will be required and social distancing is expected. An adult must be with your child, no drop-offs. It’s a beautiful walk. If you have a zoom class meeting during that time it’s recommended that you attend your zoom meeting.
I wanted to thank everyone for your support of this year's event. Despite not seeing the kids as often as years past we were able to have a successful event and raise a large amount of money for the American Heart Association. In total we raised $9156.47
Primary $7003.56
MS $2153.91
MS Top Classrooms: Primary Top Classes
Dooley $687 Rekis $1516
Pfeiffer $438 Belland $600
MS Top Students Primary Top Students
Joseph Minor $290 Jax Hubbard $797
Cole Nusbaum $199 Colton Coy $500
Hunter Hulsey $401
Special Thanks to my HS volunteers
Jordyn Klimp
Jeremy Leeson
Savannah Ballentine
Special thanks to our "Treasurers" of the event
Diana Lewis
Heather Kasten
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!
Kindergarten Round Up ~ April 21st
More information to come soon!
JOIN US TOMORROW!
Thursday, March 18th @ 2PM
We will be hosting a Facebook Live event, lead by Superintendent Wendy Somers, to discuss the upcoming 2021 bond election.
Final Fay of Kids Heart Challenge is tomorrow for the students that did not participate on Friday. Please return collection envelopes including online donation forms tomorrow. Currently we are at $7600. We will keep the online donation page open through Friday, March 12. Your donations to the American HeRt Association is appreciated.
Hello, Galesburg-Augusta Primary Families,
Our students have had so much fun with this year’s Kids Heart Challenge! We are extremely proud of our families for supporting this service-learning initiative! Thank you all for helping your student take the online heart healthy pledge, raise donations or both.
If you have not had a chance to help—there is still time. Please be sure to ask your child about our service-learning project and what they can do to make a difference.
http://www2.heart.org/goto/gaps
Thank you so much for supporting our sc
Our current status for the Kids Heart Challenge Event 2021. 4th/5th grade event is Thursday, March 4. K-3 event is Friday, March 5 or Monday, March 8. Classroom teachers will have the schedule.
G-A Community Schools Foundation's ~ Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser!
When- Monday, February 22, 2021 4:30-7:30pm
Where- Dig In Café (111 W Michigan Ave, Augusta, MI)
269-731-5846
$10/meal
Menu: Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, and dessert!
*** Take Out Only!! ***
Call ahead (269-731-5846) or just drive up to the window.
We will deliver to your car.
Thank you for your support!!
*** Schedule Change ***
Our G-A staff are scheduled to get their 2nd covid vaccinations next Wednesday, Feb. 24th. Yeah! Looking ahead, we need to make a minor schedule change to accommodate any potential side effects that our staff may experience.
Next Thursday, February 25th will be a VIRTUAL learning day for all students. Teachers will provide more information on their virtual plans.
Daycare for K-5th students will be available.
It is our sincere hope that this will be the LAST schedule change that we will need to make. We recognize the difficulties that schedule changes make for families & we appreciate your patience. Thank you!
*** Schedule Change ***
Our G-A staff are scheduled to get their 2nd covid vaccinations next Wednesday, Feb. 24th. Yeah! Looking ahead, we need to make a minor schedule change to accommodate any potential side effects that our staff may experience.
Next Thursday, February 25th will be a VIRTUAL learning day for all students. Teachers will provide more information on their virtual plans.
Free daycare for K-5th students will be available.
It is our sincere hope that this will be the LAST schedule change that we will need to make. We recognize the difficulties that schedule changes make for families & we appreciate your patience. Thank you!
We will be CLOSED TOMORROW, Tuesday 2/16, due to the weather conditions. The daycare will be open.
Stay safe & warm Rams!
Free Meal Pick Up TODAY Friday 2/12!
Pick Up Site:
HIGH SCHOOL: 10 A.M until 12:30 P.M.
HIGH SCHOOL: 4 P.M UNTIL 5:15 P.M.
Limited Bus Stops:
GALE VALLEY FROM 10:00 A.M. UNTIL 10:45 A.M.
ANDREWS ESTATES FROM 10:50 A.M. UNTIL 11:00 A.M.
35TH ST. APARTMENTS FROM 11:10 A.M. UNTIL 11:45 A.M.
Due to the hybrid schedule changes THIS week & NEXT week, meal pick up will be on Friday, February 12th & Friday, February 19th.
The pick up locations & times will be the same.
Pick Up Site:
HIGH SCHOOL: 10 A.M until 12:30 P.M.
HIGH SCHOOL: 4 P.M UNTIL 5:15 P.M.
Limited Bus Stops:
GALE VALLEY FROM 10:00 A.M. UNTIL 10:45 A.M.
ANDREWS ESTATES FROM 10:50 A.M. UNTIL 11:00 A.M.
35TH ST. APARTMENTS FROM 11:10 A.M. UNTIL 11:45 A.M.
Please contact Cheryl Cadwell if you have any questions at 269-484-2016 or at cheryl.cadwell@garams.org.
We appreciate all the patience you have shown us in recent weeks with our schedule changes.
Our goal was to move to full face to face instruction starting Feb. 15th. However, we want to keep students and staff safe to the best of our ability, and we have some safety items that will not be in until the end of next week or early the following week.
Our new target date is Monday, February 22nd.
We appreciate the grace you have shown our teachers and staff, and we so appreciate the families here at G-A. Thank you for your support.
Schedule Change Details: https://5il.co/peia