Dr. Asplund and Mrs. Graves share their message today from the new Steele Media Center! https://youtu.be/GUguJsr8OHg
CUSD #205 educators were hard at work to finish up the last two days of training this week!
The CUSD #205 Return to Learn Plan can be found by clicking the following link: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/837723/August_4th_Release_District_205_Return_to_Learn_Plan_July_2020.pdf
Day 2 of Blended E-Learning training for teachers in Galesburg District #205! During this 1st week of training, teachers will be learning about the following topics related to Blended E-Learning: Understanding the Why and What of Blended E-Learning, Building a 21st Century Student Mindset for Increased Agency and Engagement, as well as Creating Agreements and Accountability Structures.
Today marks the first day of Blended E-Learning training for teachers in Galesburg District #205!
Dr. Asplund shares his video update today from the new Galesburg High School Kitchen! https://youtu.be/Egx1ZGPq-ZE
Do you need to register a new student for CUSD #205? Please fill out the pre-registration form. Once you have submitted the form, you will receive a registration packet in the mail with additional instructions. https://bit.ly/2BAtT6O
Please login to Skyward Family Access to register your student(s) for the 2020-2021 school year. https://skyweb.galesburg205.org/scripts/wsisa.dll/WService=wsSky/seplog01.w
Dr. Asplund shares his weekly video message from King Elementary this week! https://youtu.be/IUnb_WChUqE
Please click the link to view the information that has been sent via Skyward to all CUSD #205 Families regarding the Return To Learn Plan. There will be additional information available in the upcoming days. https://bit.ly/32KdjwC
In his weekly message, Dr. Asplund provides updates on the upcoming auction and the latest update regarding the start to the 20-21 school year. https://youtu.be/oWiGyl_2LQA
The July Board of Education Recap is now available. The recap includes links to some of the construction presentations from the July meeting. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/801714/July_2020.pdf
Today marks the beginning of the CUSD #205 Return to School Committee work. Staff and community members will meet at various locations over the course of the week to put together recommendations for the return to school.
Social and Emotional Learning isn’t something that should only be learned and practiced at school. SEL skills are life skills, too. Skills like empathy, self-control, and decision-making are used throughout our lives. #SELin205
Construction work continues to progress throughout CUSD #205. Dr. Asplund shares his message today from Lombard Middle School! https://youtu.be/IpCuP9wuQ4U
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!
The letter from Dr. Asplund regarding the Illinois State Board of Education Guidance for the 2020-2021 school year can be found by clicking the link. Thank you! https://go.aws/3hVq5gV
Have you wondered what the buildings are behind Galesburg High School? Dr. Asplund gives you an inside look today on his weekly video message! https://youtu.be/uDK5cDHdIVs
Did you see Dr. Asplund’s video last week? He is back at the same location to share the progress that has been made! https://youtu.be/z0HPRhizVXU
Learn more about the ways Galesburg CUSD #205 is funded and what concerns the district faces in the future due to COVID-19. https://youtu.be/Z-tsp5k13lo
The June 2020 Board of Education Recap is now available, https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/744409/June__2020_Board_Recap.pdf
The Knox County Summer Lunch Program is available from June 1-August 7! The program is for every child in Knox County. For questions, please contact the United Way of Knox County.
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
This last day of school is certainly different than any that came before it. Despite this, CUSD #205 teachers and staff, families, and most importantly, students, rose up and made the best of new and sometimes difficult situations. Enjoy your summer and be safe!
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
In his weekly message, Dr. Asplund talks about end of the year grading and more! Click the link to watch! https://youtu.be/XOEFRcEdZtk
We hope you enjoy the 2020 Galesburg High School Art Show! https://sites.google.com/galesburg205.org/galesburghighschoolartshow2020/home?fbclid=IwAR2Wwy1spmX1g4mcmAQqyzkSIIbISxRB5CQfE9-zwiPL5NicnNrRVtvK05A
Today Dr. Asplund talks about graduation and registration in his weekly video message! Click the link to watch! https://youtu.be/Cy7eeCC1cZw
We have all had to take on new roles during Remote Learning. So today, we thank the parents and guardians who are doing their best every single day. Thank you! #Thankyourparent
Today, May 6, is National School Nurses Day! We appreciate all you do! #Thankanurse
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
Thanks to all the CUSD #205 Paraprofessionals who work hard to provide constant support to students and staff! #ThankaParaprofessional
Thanks to all the CUSD #205 Paraprofessionals who work hard to provide constant support to students and staff! #ThankaParaprofessional
School may look and feel different these days, but these individuals continue to make a difference! We appreciate all that you do! #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek
Dr. Asplund shares information from a new location today! https://youtu.be/877Z6mvMPlc
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!
CUSD #205 Upcoming Dates
Parents of current and 4th and 5th grade students, we need your help! If your student hasn't made elective choices for next year, please watch the video from Mr. Young! https://youtu.be/7hf32sAzFMQ
Help slow the spread of COVID-19. For more information on the use of cloth face coverings please click the link, https://bit.ly/3cTGnUc
Dr. Asplund is joined by Mr. Young for his weekly message today! https://youtu.be/no1v29EGiGo
Governor Pritzker has announced that all Illinois schools will be closed for the remainder of the current school year. Students will not return to in-school instruction this year, but will continue with Remote Learning through the last day of school on Tuesday, May 19, 2020.
We are thinking of you GHS CLASS OF 2020! #classof2020
It’s National Library Workers Day! We celebrate all the dedicated CUSD #205 library workers! #NLWD20
#GHSCLASSOF2020 #Bethelight
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
Galesburg High School and the WB6 Conference will take part in the nationwide #bethelight movement this Friday, April 17. The lights @F&M Bank Stadium will be turned on from 8 to 8:20 p.m. to provide a beautiful sign of hope and to honor the 2020 Senior Class. #GHSClassof2020
Parents and Guardians, please click the following link to view the weekly message from Dr. Asplund! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwCKBS1kxmY
Galesburg CUSD #205 celebrates National Assistant Principals week!
Thank you Hy-Vee (Galesburg, IL) for donating grocery bags so we could safely deliver remote learning packets to students this week!
Help slow the spread of COVID-19. #socialdistance #stayathome
Due to low participation, there will no longer be meal pickup at the 1064 W. South St. Location. The staff and volunteers at the 1598 McKnight St. location will be happy to serve you there!
Remote Learning begins today! If you have any questions please contact your building principal or send an email to homelearning@galesburg205.org
Help slow the spread of COVID-19.
Grade level curricular choice boards are now available for students to use, as a means of enrichment and continued learning. Please select your student’s grade level and you will find a choice board complete with links and learning activities to explore. These choice boards will be updated weekly so that your student has access to new learning opportunities each and every week! We will also archive these on this same page so that students can go back and complete activities from prior weeks if they so choose. https://sites.google.com/galesburg205.org/choice-boards/home
What is safe to do? #socialdistancing
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
The Home Learning pictures are encouraging for everyone! Thank you for sharing and keep up the good work! #205Family #homelearning
Updated School Closure Information, https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/644174/Letter_to_Parents_3.31.2020.pdf
Help Slow The Spread of COVID-19 #socialdistancing #stayhome #communityawareness
Today is International #SELday! Let's help focus attention and awareness on the importance of gaining and using these Social and Emotional skills in our homes! #SEL
A message from your Knox County Communication Team #socialdistancing #stayhome #COVID19 #communityawareness
3/26/2020 Message to the students of Galesburg CUSD #205 from Dr. Asplund. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fmxlyVC0m4&feature=youtu.be
We have added another Meal Pickup site. Click the link for all the sites serving food. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/634982/Meal_Pick_up.pdf
Class of 2020, Dr. Asplund has a message for you!
http://bit.ly/3182020message
The CUSD #205 FAMILY has been busy working hard at home! Thank you for all the pictures! We hope you are inspired to try something new at home with your students!
Churchill staff helping to pack meals this morning! Thank you!
Steele teachers are busy serving meals! Thank you for helping!
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!
A new location has been added to the United Way food pick up sites.
Bethel Baptist Church
1196 N. Academy St
Academy Street Side Pickup
11:30am - 1:00pm
Monday-Friday
March 14, 2020 Letter from Superintendent, Dr. Asplund https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/618375/Scanned_from_LEC_Xerox.pdf
This update was sent this evening to District #205 families.
We will continue to send you more specific information as it becomes available. Chromebook and Medication pick up information will be sent when it is available. Thank you for your being flexible as we work through this unprecedented pandemic event.
Governor Pritzker has just informed all Illinois school districts that schools will be closed Tuesday, March 17, 2020 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.
The recording of the March Board of Education meeting is now available, http://bit.ly/March2020BOE. The Board Recap is also available, https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/612874/March_2020_Board_Recap___4_.pdf
The Galesburg CUSD #205 Board of Education discussed the 7-12 Campus at the March 9th meeting. More information can be found by clicking the following link, https://www.galesburg205.org/o/galesburg-cusd-205/browse/90903
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
Congratulations to the Churchill and Lombard volleyball teams. #endofanera
The Final Churchill vs. Lombard Junior High Volleyball game takes place tonight at Thiel Gymnasium! 7th grade game begins at 5:30 p.m. with the 8th grade game to follow.
Happy School Social Workers Week! We appreciate your dedication to Galesburg CUSD #205!
We hope you can join us and support the Galesburg Boys Basketball team tomorrow, March 3 at Theil Gymnasium! The IHSA regional game starts at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $5.00. All Sport passes, student activity passes, season tickets and faculty/staff passes will not be accepted.
Galesburg CUSD #205 and ROE #33 are holding preschool screenings for the 2020-2021 school year for Bright Futures. Call 309-973-2031 to schedule your screening appointment.
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.
It is hard to tell who had more fun in the Bright Futures Blue room yesterday when Dr. Asplund joined the class! The afternoon class has been learning about music and were impressed by the saxophone!
The All District 6-12 Choir Concert will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 20 in the Galesburg High School auditorium. Admission is free! We hope you can join us!
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 staff at the Board office and Bright Futures students and staff will be welcomed by some beautiful art work when they return on Tuesday! Thank you, King Elementary!
We had some issues with the calendar link, please find the link below, Thank you!
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/588127/2020-2021_SCHOOL_CALENDAR__15_.pdf
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
You still have time to catch the 7 p.m. show! James and the Giant Peach at Galesburg High School! We hope to see you!
Don't miss the Junior High Performance of James and the Giant Peach this weekend at Galesburg High School! Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. The show starts at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday!
In recognition of Black History month, students in 7th grade art learned about the work of Alma Woodsey Thomas and then planned a piece of art based on her style.
Thank you, school counselors! We appreciate all your hard work and dedication!
Thank you to the 21st Century Grant Coordinator Kisha Boyd for the posters at Galesburg High School to recognize Black History Month!
The construction progress continues at Steele Elementary! https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/576904/Steele_Update_1_31_2020_.pdf
If you and your student will be starting at a new school building next year, we invite you to come to an upcoming meeting! You are welcome to join!
Congratulations to the Gale Cougarbots!
If you know a 4-12th grade male student who may be interested in choir, we encourage you to bring them to the first annual Tenor/Bass Bash!
How do you plan to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today? Start a conversation with your kids! Did you know he started college at age 15? He was also the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964!
Reminder: NO SCHOOL, Monday, January 20. Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
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!
Reminder: The Galesburg 7-12 Facility Q&A will be held on Thursday, January 16, 2020. The meeting will be held in the Little Theater at Galesburg High School.
The January Board of Education recap is now available, https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/559278/January_2020.pdf. You can also view the recording on the District YouTube page, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwqSu836NrM&feature=youtu.be
Stacy Brown, VP of Behavioral Health Services and Vicki Rose, Director of Outpatient at Bridgeway, Inc. joined GHS Assistant Principal, Mindi Ritchie to kick off the teen Mental Health First Aid Program at GHS!
Solar Panel Installation update can be found at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/549019/Solar_Panel_Installation_update.pdf
The Galesburg CUSD #205 Administration will be hosting a 7-12 Facility Q&A on January 16th, 2020 at the Galesburg High School Little Theater from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Link to enter questions regarding the 7-12 Facility, https://forms.gle/TwhLgaM5AwP3sJqf7
Did you miss the Galesburg High School Holiday Concert last night? We have you covered! https://youtu.be/FZKq5dfH_EY
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
The GHS Band and Choir students are ready to get you into the holiday spirit! The GHS Holiday concert is being held tonight, 7 p.m. at The Orpheum Theatre!
Thank you for all the fan support tonight! It may be the end of an era, but the Future looks bright for Galesburg CUSD #205!
The 7th Grade Teams are ready! Catch the action, beginning at 5:30 at John Thiel Gymnasium!
The End of an Era! We hope you can come watch the final 7th and 8th Grade Basketball game, Churchill vs. Lombard on Monday, December 16th. The games will be held at John Thiel Gym. Don't miss the combined cheerleader routine at halftime during the 8th Grade Game!
Congratulations to the Illinois Music Education Association Participants! Students were honored at the December Board of Education meeting.
The December Board of Education Recap is now available, http://bit.ly/Dec2019BOERecap.
Come support Galesburg CUSD #205 students and get into the Holiday Spirit! We hope to see you!
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
Today, November 15, is a day to recognize the efforts and commitment of Illinois School Board Members. It is an opportunity for districts, parents and students to #ThankABoardMember for their dedication and commitment. Thank you, Galesburg CUSD #205 Board of Education!
The Illinois 5Essentials Survey is now open! Please take a moment to complete the parent/guardian survey. Your feedback will help guide improvement in Galesburg CUSD #205 schools! https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent
Reminder: No school on Monday, November 11, 2019. Classes resume on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
We may not have been ready for the snow to fall, but this morning the crossing guard embraced the weather and welcomed students at Gale Elementary with a friendly snowman!
Reminder: CUSD #205 K-12 buildings will be on a Half Day Dismissal schedule on Thursday, October 31, 2019. http://bit.ly/205buildingtimes
This week is National Principal Appreciation Week! Please join us and thank each and every one of our principals and assistant principals for all their hard work and dedication to Galesburg CUSD #205. We appreciate all you do!
CUSD #205 Food Service is Hiring!
-No evening, weekends or holidays
-Work with great teammates
-Enrich your life and the lives of students
Part time positions (20-25 hours per week) available.
Call Matt today! 309-973-2062
The IASB Fall Western Division meeting was held on Tuesday, October 22. CUSD #205 Board members in attendance were able to hear remarks from State Superintendent, Dr. Carmen Ayala as well as other IASB representatives.
It's the end of an era! The final Churchill Junior High and Lombard Middle School 8th Grade Girls Basketball game has now been completed. Congratulations to all the players and cheerleaders!
Half time entertainment provided by the Lombard Middle School Band, Churchill Junior High Band and the GHS Marching Streaks! The 8th Grade Game is under way!
Churchill vs. Lombard tonight at Thiel Gym! The 7th Grade basketball players and 7th Grade cheerleaders are ready!
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 FFA is ready to serve you! Grab a bite, vote for your favorite decorated pumpkin and stay for the football game! Bundle up and join us!
Just a reminder, Monday, October 14 is a regular attendance day for all Galesburg CUSD #205 Schools.
Thank you!
Congratulations to Churchill Junior High teacher, Barb Baker! Barb has received the 2019 Jerry Johns Reading Educator of the year award!
October 2 is School Custodian Appreciation Day! We are thankful for all the wonderful Custodians in Galesburg CUSD #205!
Due to the weather, the Homecoming parade has been canceled. The Homecoming Assembly has been moved to Thiel Gym and will begin approximately at 1:50 p.m.
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
Homecoming preparations are under way at Galesburg High School! We would like to thank Mrs. Jesse Kenney for coming to teach students how to make a corsage for the upcoming dance!
The September Board of Education meeting is now available on the District #205 YouTube page, the link is available in our September Board Recap! https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/470651/September_2019_Board_Meeting___2_.pdf
We have enjoyed sharing some of the amazing Fine Arts students and teachers with you this week for National Arts Education Week!
We are continuing to celebrate National Arts Education week!
We are celebrating National Arts Education week! The Galesburg CUSD #205 Fine Arts Community continually comes together to continue the fine tradition of strong art programs at all levels, we will be sharing more as the week continues!
Due to the forecast of heat and humidity, Galesburg CUSD #205 will be on a 2 hour early release schedule on the following days: Tuesday, September 10, Wednesday, September 11 and Thursday, September 12.
We hope to see you tonight!
Due to the heat and humidity, Galesburg CUSD #205 will be on a one hour early release schedule Tuesday, September 3, 2019.
We are excited for the game, the new band uniforms and of course the future cheerleaders of Galesburg High School!
Meet the Streaks, Girls Cross Country
Meet the Streaks, Galesburg Tennis Team
Meet the Streaks, Galesburg High School Cheerleaders
Meet the Streaks, Boys Golf Team
Meet the Streaks, Galesburg High School Gadets
Meet the Streaks, Boys Cross Country
Meet the Streaks, Girls Swimming and Diving Team
Meet the Streaks, Boys Golf Team
Meet the Streaks, Girls Golf Team
Thank you School House Express!
Thank you for supporting us every step of the way.
*SUMMER SCHOOL INFORMATION* Just a reminder for those students attending summer school. There will be no student attendance on Friday! Summer school days are Monday-Thursday.