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Last night was Senior Night for our HS Baseball and Softball Players! We recognized baseball players Jarrett Lambert, Gage Mullins, Jeremiah Lance, and Kade Shelby and softball players Halle Morris, Kayleigh Brantley, Emma Carlile, and Sam Nolen. Congratulations to all our senior athletes!

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT Will Quartana Favorite memory from high school? Me and kolby jack mason etc hanging out before school in the gym Plans after high school? college then accounting Advice for future Seniors. its not as hard as it looks

Teacher Spotlight: Thomas Morgan. Mr. Morgan has been at Galatia Schools for two of his five years in education. He has served as a HS Math/Physics Teacher, Class Sponsor, and Chess Club Sponsor. Mr. Morgan said his favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: "The camaraderie at small schools is second-to-none. The staff is truly incredible. I've also had some of the most memorable experiences of my career here. Everyone's so wholesome and supportive." Mr. Morgan's coworkers had this to say: " Mr. Morgan has an amazing rapport with his students. The students gravitate to him naturally and it is such a joy to see the excitement for math that he brings out of them. His intelligence is only exceeded by his humility. I also greatly appreciate his sense of humor too! I really hold him in high regard." We asked him some interesting questions: Question: Could you imagine yourself doing something else instead of what you do now? Response: I'm a big fan of the ocean and its wildlife--especially predators like sharks. If I didn't pursue teaching, I think I'd definitely be some variation of marine biologist. Question: With which cartoon character would you most wish to swap lives? Response: I really admire Wile E. Coyote's patience, diligence, intelligence, and dedication. He has some really unfortunate luck, but he perseveres. I think if I had to swap lives, I'd be Wile E. Coyote. Besides that, swapping lives means someone has to take my place and I think he'd make an excellent math teacher since he's a genius. Thank you Mr. Morgan for all your hard work!

Teacher Spotlight: Melanie Walters. Mrs. Walters has been in Galatia Schools for one of her three years in education. She has served as a JH Special Education Teacher and Junior Class Sponsor. Mrs. Walters said her favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: "It's hard to pick just one thing. I love getting to make impact in my students lives. The students are amazing and make everyday enjoyable." Mrs. Walters' coworkers had this to say: " I can see every day that Mrs. Walters cares about her students whether they are the junior high students she sees everyday, or the Junior class she has helped raise more money then they have ever had. She walks into the building everyday making sure she goes beyond what is asked of her. In general, she is a great teacher and we are lucky to have her at Galatia " We asked her some interesting questions: Question: Where is your favorite destination you’ve visited, and why? Response: The Bahama's, this is because, I was able to be there with my family and had the best time on the beach. Question: One thing you would tell your 13-year-old self, what would it be? Response: Don't give up on your dream of being a teacher. You will get there and you will love it. The students need you and they will keep you smiling. Thank you Mrs. Walters for all your hard work!

Enrolling now! Summer school was a HUGE success last year, so we hope your student(s) will join us! Please call the office to sign up your student(s) by May 26th.

Teacher Spotlight: Laura Winkleman. This is Mrs. Winkleman's first year in education. She serves as our PreK-6th grade Music Teacher. Mrs. Winkleman said her favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: "The teachers and students excitement about having music class. It's been a great first year for me thanks to all of you!." Mrs. Winkleman's coworkers had this to say: " Mrs. Winkleman is incredibly gifted in music and we are so lucky to have her here with us! We haven't had music in so long and she has stepped right in to provide the best music experience for kids. " We asked her some interesting questions: Question: What was the first concert you ever attended? Response: MC Hammer & Boys to Men (2 legit to quit!!) Question: What would you eat if you had to eat only one meal every day for the rest of your life? Response: Hands down a DQ french silk pie blizzard mounded in whipped cream! Thank you Mrs. Winkleman for all your hard work!

Summer Food Program

Teacher Spotlight: Griffin Groves. Mr. Groves has been at Galatia Schools for two of his six years in education. He has served as a fourth grade teacher and Athletic Director. Mr. Groves said his favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: "Great community, inspiring school climate, and wonderful students " Mr. Groves' coworkers had this to say: " Mr. Groves does a great job building relationships with students. He teaches with a sense of humor, is slow to anger and quick to laugh, which makes for a great teacher! He is such a creative teacher. He is always ready to lend a helping hand and is so supportive. " We asked him some interesting questions: Question: What is something unique about you (a fun fact) that few people are aware of? Response: I played soccer in college. Question: What was the most recent book you read? Response: The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon Thank you Mr. Groves for all your hard work!

Reminder that tonights softball game will start at 4 o'clock at GHS, and the baseball game will begin at 4:30 at GHS. Please come out to support the Galatia- Thompsonville Bearcats and Lady Cats, and our seniors. Thanks

Senior Spotlight Sarah Migliore Favorite memory from high school? I don’t enjoy coming to school but when i do, i only really enjoy being able to spend time with my friends especially during senior year. Plans after high school? Going to SIC for Cosmetology Advice for future Seniors. Don’t stress too much about the little things. Focus on your future and don’t be afraid to put your mental health before anything.

Parents/Guardians, just a reminder that there is a 2:00 dismissal tomorrow, May 10.

Attention: due to a scheduling conflict with scholarship night. the softball game has been moved to a 4:00 pm start. the baseball game will proceed as scheduled. Thanks

Scholarship Night for Seniors is Tomorrow at 6pm. If you are receiving a scholarship please be there no later than 5:45 PM. Families please join us in the High School Gymnasium to Celebrate our Scholars and their achievements.

Happy Teacher Appreciation week to all of the Galatia CUSD #1 Teachers and Paraprofessionals! Galatia is Blessed with the Best!! We appreciate you and everything you do for our students!

Coaching Positions

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT Grayson Rann Favorite memory from high school? Attending FFA trips to national convention Plans after high school? Own and operate a farm equipment and heavy equipment auction business Advice for future Seniors. Apply yourself and you will do good

Attention: The next home games for Highschool Baseball and Softball will be on Wednesday, May 10th at GHS. This is also senior night for both teams. please come out and support the Galatia-Thompsonville Bearcats, and Ladycats, and the seniors this Wednesday at 4:30. Thanks

Seussical the Musical was a hit. The kiddos did an amazing job. Thank you all for coming to watch the play. If you didn't order a DVD and you would like to please let me know ASAP. They are $10. Thanks.

Teacher Spotlight: Nyla Ruccia. Mrs. Ruccia has taught 5th grade at Galatia Schools for 3 years. She has also served as a Cheerleading Coach. Mrs. Ruccia said her favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: "I have worked at several different companies and school districts in my career and none have been as welcoming and rewarding as Galatia School District. My students are the bright spot in my day, especially when they have "lightbulb" moments in learning. My coworkers and admin are uplifting, positive, and encouraging and the support we receive is incredible." Mrs. Ruccia's coworkers had this to say: " She’s always thinking of ways to incorporate “out of the box” ideas for her students and they love it! She has been a great leader on the SEL team and is always so friendly." We asked her some interesting questions: Question: What was the most recent book you read? Response: You can usually find me reading 2-3 books at one time. I like to listen to audio books in my car and I really enjoy discussing with other people what they are reading and getting recommendations for my TBR (to be read) pile. Currently, I am reading Turtles All the Way Down by John Green, The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas (audiobook), and The Midnight In the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt. Question: Where on earth are you hoping to travel next? Response: I believe the world is too big and exciting to visit the same places over and over. We plan on visiting my mother in law's home in Taranto, Italy this summer. After that, my travel list is pretty extensive, but we have discussed visiting Iceland later this year. Thank you Mrs. Ruccia for all your hard work!

Galatia Highschool Baseball and Softball games are still on for today (5/8). both teams will play at Webber. the location is right behind the school. attached is an address if you plan on attending. thanks: 901 Sixth Street, Bluford 62814