
Please click the link to learn more about the Galesburg Promise Workshops Carl Sandburg College will be hosting. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1142105/Galesburg_Promise__1_.pdf

CUSD # 205 Families: All classes will be held virtually today, Tuesday, February 16, 2021. There will be no in-person instruction. No meal distribution today, Tuesday, February 16, 2021.

All CUSD #205 buildings will be closed on Friday, February 5, 2021.
There will be no in-person instruction.
All classes will be held virtually, students will follow their virtual schedule.
There will be no meal distribution on Friday, February 5, 2021.

The GHS Junior/Senior Art Show will be held February 5th-February 26, 2021. Please support the hard work of the GHS students by joining the exhibition virtually at https://www.galesburgarts.org/merging-into-the-future-15

We hope you enjoy the CUSD #205 Virtual Band Holiday Concert https://youtu.be/GSu0Z3-6cXc

Dr. Asplund shares more information about the parent survey in his weekly video this week.
https://youtu.be/LA0ZNsiricU

***Due to inclement weather, SEL on Wheels is canceled tonight. We look forward to seeing students on Thursday, November 12, 2020! #SELin205

***Due to inclement weather SEL on Wheels is canceled tonight. We look forward to seeing students on Thursday, November 12, 2020! #SELin205

Check out the performance by the 2020 Marching Streaks! https://youtu.be/9zIitW1Lnu0

In this video, Mrs. Ritchie discusses mental health screening, which is being implemented for students entering 9th grade this school year.
https://youtu.be/EUE_05IGQkU
For additional information, please visit: https://www.galesburg205.org/o/ghs/page/mental-health-screening

Stay Connected: Please make sure you have the correct email and phone number in Skyward Family Access! If you need help with your login or password, please email webmaster@galesburg205.org for assistance!

Here is the Galesburg High School 2020 Commencement video! Congratulations to all the graduates! #GHSClassof2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSpv5u3w1Hs&feature=youtu.be

Congratulations to all the award winners this year! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wHIo8HPdRPu3uclUI67Cm1d0bsl6UqeY/view?usp=sharing

Thank you to Laurie Aten and Russ Ullrich for producing the senior slideshow, an important part of every GHS graduation. https://bit.ly/2ZxKylh

CUSD #205 is putting Social Emotional Learning first. We need your input on our work and vision statement. Please watch a quick video at https://youtu.be/6aHFphnU2ho . Then take the survey by clicking https://forms.gle/51MpxCWHEM51mQpk7 Thank you! #SELin205

Mr. Houston and Mr. Spring have a joint message today for the Class of 2020! https://youtu.be/yfBwmyiGhUo

We hope you enjoy the 2020 GHS Art Show! There are so many talented students and we are thrilled to be able to share their work! https://sites.google.com/galesburg205.org/galesburghighschoolartshow2020/home

The weather decided it was time for a day indoors! Don't let the rain and clouds stop you from checking out all the grade level choice boards! Click the link, and share a picture with us when you complete an activity! https://sites.google.com/galesburg205.org/choice-boards/home

Check out this quick video about reaching out to thank a GHS teacher this week https://youtu.be/pmrN9Y-CdW4

May 4th-8th is Teacher Appreciation Week, and we have started the celebration early. #205 teachers were able to present a check to the Galesburg FISH Food Pantry. District #205 made the donation of $5 per #205 staff member, totaling $3,145. Through this gift that will serve so many in need, our intention is to convey our appreciation for you all!

Message from Mr. Houston
https://youtu.be/0q-cCLThKms

"Silver Streak" Shout Out
https://youtu.be/EZLQS04Di0M

Governor Pritzker has announced that schools in Illinois will remain closed for the rest of the school year. We will send out more information as it becomes available. The weekly video message from Dr. Asplund is now available at the following link https://youtu.be/-ZxeaJJVQVA

Parents and Guardians, please click the following link to view the weekly message from Dr. Asplund! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwCKBS1kxmY

Even more so in these difficult times, CUSD #205 puts your child's health, safety, and emotional well-being as the primary focus. Each week we will share information with you about how to help your child cultivate these important goals. School leaders and teachers will also keep Social and Emotional Learning at the forefront during this time. View this video for a quick introduction to SEL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikehX9o1JbI

CUSD #205 Parents and Guardians, Dr. Asplund has some reminders for you today in his weekly video update! https://youtu.be/5bn6QUba_l4

Class of 2020, you are on our minds. This memory video was done by senior, Kalie W! Thank you! Seniors, if you have a video you have made or pictures, please send them to homelearning@galesburg205.org so we can continue to share. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LShJLPxA460

Good morning, GHS! Please check out this video about reaching out and taking care of yourself during this difficult time.
https://youtu.be/SB-M7JMbQFw

Class of 2020, Dr. Asplund has a message for you!
http://bit.ly/3182020message

We know all of our students are experiencing a new way of learning at home. Share what your students are doing at home by sending an email to HomeLearning@galesburg205.org. We may share your ideas, photos and videos with our school community!

Please click the link below with information of Corona/COVID 19 for families of GHS
http://bit.ly/ghscovid19

Governor Pritzker has just informed all Illinois school districts that schools will be closed Tuesday, March 17, 2020 and through Monday, March 30, 2020. The district is developing a remote learning plan and will be notifying parents shortly with details.

For up to date information on COVID-19 from Galesburg CUSD #205, please visit http://galesburgil.apptegy.us/o/galesburg-cusd-205/page/pandemic-preparedness.

You can see Dre and all of his teammates tonight at the game! Congrats, Dre on being named Score standout of the week! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M99iPrUhVTo&feature=youtu.be

Congratulations to the Score Standout of the week! We are proud of you, Riley! https://www.midwesttech.edu/community-events/score-standout-of-the-week-sponsored-by-midwest-technical-institute/

The 2019-2020 School year calendar has two built in emergency days during the month of March, March 12 & March 13. Dr. Asplund has decided to change the emergency days to non student attendance days. To clarify, there will be no student attendance on March 12 & March 13.

Come show your support tonight for the Galesburg Girls Basketball team! Regional action starts tonight at Thiel Gymnasium! Galesburg will play Rock Island at approximately 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $5.00. All sport passes, student activity passes, season tickets, and faculty/staff passes will not be accepted.

The boys basketball game that was postponed today (1/17/20) has been rescheduled for Monday, January 20th. Sophomore game at 5:00pm, Varsity game at 6:30pm.

The Galesburg High School Boys basketball vs. Rock Island that was scheduled for tonight has been postponed. We will let you know when the make-up date is scheduled!

In case you missed it, Jaylin McCants was the MTI Score Standout of the Week and last night he scored his 1,000 point! Congrats, Jaylin! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOHNpyoiJ6k&feature=youtu.be

Did you miss the Galesburg High School Holiday Concert last night? We have you covered! https://youtu.be/FZKq5dfH_EY

Construction crews hit a one inch high pressurized gas line. Ameren is on the scene with Galesburg Police department. As a precaution students were evacuated from Wicall and the East Side of Galesburg High School. The line has been clamped and there is no longer a concern. We want to remind you that safety is our number one concern. School will dismiss at regular time today.
Thank you.

We need your feedback! GHS Parents, please click on the link to participate in the Illinois 5Essentials survey. Your feedback is important! Thank you! https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/

Just a reminder:
Monday 11/25/19 Regular Attendance
Tuesday 11/26/19 One Hour Early Dismissal
Wednesday 11/27/19 No School
Thursday 11/28/19 No School
Friday 11/29/19 No School

Fire department was called for an alarm that sounded at GHS. Fire personnel checked over the area that the alarm was triggered and it was determined there was no fire or danger. Students were allowed to safety return to class once the all clear was given.

Reminder: CUSD #205 K-12 buildings will be on a Half Day Dismissal schedule on Thursday, October 31, 2019. http://bit.ly/205buildingtimes

REMINDER: Thursday, October 17 and Friday, October 18 are both 1 Hour Early Dismissal Days for CUSD #205 Schools. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/455925/Early_Outs.pdf

The boys golf match for today, Oct 3 at Oak Run has been canceled.

The girls and boys high school cross country meet for today, Sep 28, at East Peoria has been canceled.

The girls tennis invite for tomorrow, Sep 28 at Peoria HS has been canceled.

The girls and boys home golf invite for tomorrow (Sep 28) at Bunker Links has been canceled.

The homecoming parade for today has been canceled due to the forecasted weather.

The High School Pep assembly for today has been moved to Thiel Gym. Start time is approximately at 1:50. A sky alert will follow.

The Football games scheduled for 9/27/19 have been postponed until 9/28/19. Freshmen game will begin at 9 a.m. and the Varsity game will follow at 11 a.m. Once a decision is made on the location of the assembly and the status of the the Homecoming parade, we will let you know!

We are currently experiencing internet issues within District #205. There was a internet cable cut between Monmouth and Macomb. This is causing a disruption with Skyward as well. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

September 25 is National Food Service Workers Day! Thank you to all the food service employees in District #205
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADd83H3k0iw

We want your feedback! Please click on the link to take the 5/6 Curriculum survey! http://bit.ly/lombardsurvey

Galesburg Schools will be on a one hour early dismissal schedule on Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20. Thank you

Galesburg Schools will be on a one hour dismissal schedule on Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20. Thank you

Reserve a copy of your 2020 yearbook for $55 before Nov 1. Purchase on skyward or the main office. After Nov 1, the price goes up to $60.

Galesburg High School Daily Announcements http://topaz.galesburg205.org/signage/2016/GHS_Print.html

Freshmen through Juniors will have school pictures taken on Thursday September 5 in the auditorium. Picture forms have been handed out and there are extra forms in the GHS main office. If you are ordering a picture package, please give the form and the money to the photographer when you get your picture taken.