Check out some of the learning that happened at G-A this week!
G-A COLOR RUN - Sunday, October 6th, 2024 at Galesburg-Augusta High School, 1:00pm. 2:00pm dance party and color throw. 1.5 Miles! REGISTER NOW!
🍁🍂 Count Day is Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024!! 🍎📚
We want to see our students in school EVERY DAY, but the first Wednesday in October is special. This day allows us to get maximum funding to support our school and our students. -Dr. Lindsey Newton, G-A Superintendent
Hi G-A families! We are looking for volunteers to be a part of our Ram Fam Readers - a program that has volunteers come in once a week to help support our students as they practice their foundational reading skills and read books that they are learning to love. The commitment is a half an hour a week and we are looking for volunteers that are available from October to May. If this sounds like something you are interested in, please fill out this form.
https://forms.gle/2FN4j7dqVidypRiX8
Hey Ram Fam! KLF and Galesburg-Augusta High School have teamed up to launch a vital initiative that brings a food and grocery closet to students and families of GAHS. This partnership aims to support those in need by providing access to essential groceries, ensuring that no student or family goes hungry. The food closet will offer a range of nutritious items, available on a regular basis, to help alleviate the challenges that many households face. By working together, KLF and GAHS are fostering a caring and supportive community, committed to enhancing the well-being of all students and their families.
Click here to sign up : https://forms.gle/WCsWVwtPBrHiS6LK9
Already signed up? book your appointment here: https://calendar.app.google/hH2MeWja315jJQDU9
Get your your Ram Spirit Gear ordered before September 27th! Please send orders to Advisorliaison@garams.org.
To support our G-A students and G-A Funding , we must have all families complete this form even though we have our Free breakfast and lunch programs.
Do your part please: https://galesburg.familyportal.cloud/
The attendance policies for the 2024-2025 school year have been updated across all schools in our district. 📚✨
Parents and students, please visit the "Parent Information" section on your school’s website to find the updated student handbook with the new attendance policies.
Stay informed by reviewing the new guidelines today!
If you haven’t been receiving text alerts from Galesburg-Augusta Schools, it could be because SMS notifications are not enabled in your Parent Portal account. To ensure you're getting important updates, please log in to your Parent Portal and review your communication preferences.
Make sure SMS/text notifications are turned on to stay connected with vital school news and updates!
If you're unsure how to check or need assistance, feel free to contact the school office.
On Thursday, October 3rd, use your McDonald's Mobile App to order food from the 10280 Miller Drive McDonald's! 20% of ALL Mobile & Pay app sales on Thursday, October 3 will go to the Galesburg-Augusta High School Athletic Department!
RAM FAM JAM Tailgate TONIGHT!
5pm @ G-AHS
GO RAMS!
G-A community members-- don't forget that Sports Boosters will be hosting a Drive 4UR School event over at Dorrance Ford Saturday August 24th from 10 am to 2 pm. Look for the link to pre-register on the Sports Boosters Facebook Event.
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools App, now available for both Android and iPhone users! This app is your one-stop destination for all the latest news, updates, and resources from our district.
📱 For Android Users: Download on Google Play: https://bit.ly/2Vo7YWz
📱 For iPhone Users: Download on the App Store: https://apple.co/2wpAIpp
We are pleased to inform you that the link to the App Store is now fully functional. If you had any issues accessing it earlier, you can now download the app seamlessly.
Stay connected with the Ram Fam wherever you are!
From the AD: The Rocket Football Camp scheduled to take place tonight and Wednesday has now been postponed until Wednesday and Thursday due to poor field conditions from the heavy rain we received today. The times will remain 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. and the location will remain the high school practice field.
Eagle Lake Day tomorrow for our G-A community! 10a-12p
Face painting, scavenger hunt and great people!
HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER OR BOY'S TENNIS INTEREST
Google Forms for Boy's HS Tennis and Soccer were sent out to all 8th,9th, 10th, and 11th grade students at G-A. Please encourage your student to fill out the form if they have any interest in playing either sport. You can also contact me at michael.woodard@garams.org if you have any questions.
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.
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