Galatia CUSD #1

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

Attention: The Highschool Softball team will be selling meal tickets this week for the Junior High athletic awards night on May 16th. Price for meal tickets are 15 dollars. If you would like to purchase a ticket please get ahold of any of the HS softball players, Melissa Shelton or Holly Murphy. Thanks

The State Sectionals for fishing was held on Lake of Egypt yesterday. The team of Karson Baird and Nate Kern weighed 8.6 pounds. The team of Ian Irvin and Dane Jenkins finished 4th with 14.6 pounds and also won Big Bass with 5.6 pounds. Great job, Basscats!

Today's Friday Funny is brought to you by Mrs. Mayberry. https://youtu.be/q8Mor4Z2gHA What do you call a dog that can do magic? A Labracadabrador! Happy Friday!

Senior parents the bus is leaving at 430am for senior trip. Please be there by 415 am. Parents you can follow the link below to join the remind app for updates on flights and to get ahold of the sponsors. The code to join is 7c87kf https://www.remind.com/join/7c87kf?utm_medium=android

GGS enjoyed "Zoodles" today.. we love seeing and learning about all the animals. Crowd favorite was Tippy Toes the tortoise. Thank you Zoodles for coming to see us.

Attention: HS baseball and softball play tonight in Galatia at 4:30 against Cobden. please come out and support Galatia-Thompsonville Bearcats and Lady Cats. Thanks

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT Halle Morris Favorite memory from high school? I remember all those times our class got into huge fights. The best time was probably when we couldn't decide on the class corner theme, but we still came together and won! We honestly fight like siblings. It's like one big family! Plans after high school? I plan to attend SIU and major in Accounting. Advice for future Seniors. Don't be so hard on yourself. You are learning and growing into your own person. Have fun and don't worry too much! Time goes by too fast to worry.

Members of the high school Beta Club picked up 12 bags of trash for IDOT's Adopt a Highway program. Thank you guys for keeping Galatia looking beautiful!

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT Lucy Peterson Favorite memory from high school? Going to all the FFA events Plans after high school? attend Murray State University to major in agricultural education and ag business Advice for future Seniors. The years will fly by, soak it all in!

Several Galatia High School seniors were recognized last night at the Southern Illinois Society for High School Achievement honors banquet at SIUC. Congratulations to Kayleigh Brantley, Jack Johnston, Halle Morris, Lucas Stricklin, Carter Wiseman, and Jaci Wood.

Remember Seussical cast members to wear you T-shirts for our rehearsal for the school tomorrow.

High School parents! Here is the link again to order a yearbook. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Newcomb at anewcomb@galatiak12.org. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1022303/GALATIA-HIGH-SCHOOL/Yearbook/2022062218150604383/CATALOG_SHOP/Yearbook/2022062218150607083#design/0

Teacher Spotlight: Adam Neal. Mr. Neal has been at Galatia Schools for two of his three years in education. He has served as High School Special Education Teacher, Junior Class Sponsor, Esports Coach, and Junior High Boys Basketball Assistant Coach. Mr. Neal said his favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: "the people I get to see everyday. I enjoy coming into work everyday and seeing people who I enjoy working and talking to. There are some people who don't enjoy coming to work everyday, I am happy to say that I am not one of those people. " Mr. Neal's coworkers had this to say: " Mr. Neal has really come into his own over the past few years. I like seeing students greeting him in the hallway and the daily high fives and fist bumps that occur in between class periods. " We asked him some interesting questions: Question: What is something unique about you (a fun fact) that few people are aware of? Response: A fun fact that few people are aware of is that I use to sing in my high school's Jazz choir, I also acted in a few school plays as well. Question: What is your favorite pastime? Response: My favorite pastime is watching movies. I have always loved watching movies, I would say my favorite type of movies are comedies. Thank you Mr. Neal for all your hard work!

Teacher Spotlight: Natalie Dunk. Mrs. Dunk has been in education for 9 years. Two of those years she has been at Galatia Schools as a K-12 Art Teacher and HS Art Club Sponsor. Mrs. Dunk said her favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: "Getting to know the students and watching as they grow in their art! Co-workers are pretty great too!" Mrs. Dunk's coworkers had this to say: " Mrs. Dunk always has a smile on her face. All of my kiddos are so excited to go to art each week. She always a something neat planned for them to do. I love how she goes all out for the play and makes it themed around what the play is about. She is a wonderful addition to the school and a great coworker. " We asked her some interesting questions: Question: What is something unique about you (a fun fact) that few people are aware of? Response: My husband, boys, and I lived in the Middle East where I taught high school art. Question: What was the first concert you ever attended? Response: Ozzfest when I was 15. And I'm still not sure why my Mom let me go. 😂 Thank you Mrs. Dunk for all your hard work!

The Seussical play is this weekend. The doors will open at 5:30pm and the play will start at 6:00pm. Tickets will be on sale those nights if you have not already got your tickets. Hope to see you there.

Mackenzie McIntosh Favorite memory from high school? My favorite memory would definitely be Mrs. Lynch's class, honestly this could go for any class of hers I've been in. We always have fun conversations, laugh about anything and everything, and she is just the best. Plans after high school? I plan to attend SIC for Nursing and possibly Forensics Advice for future Seniors. Your senior year is going to go by fast, so join that club, make new friends, visit new places, enjoy your time with your friends. Always enjoy the little things before it's over.

We have had to revise the Honor Roll list for the Junior High. Congratulations to these outstanding students! We apologize for the discrepancies.