Congrats to our PM PreK SEL award winner for March!
Happy Principal Appreciation Day to Mr. Crank, Mrs. Launius, and Mrs. Plumlee. Thank you for all you do.
Teacher Spotlight: Heather Lynch. Mrs. Lynch has worked for Galatia Schools for 12 years as High School History Teacher, Scholar Bowl Coach, Class Sponsor, and Beta Coach. She has also served as Cross Country Coach in the past.
Mrs. Lynch said her favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: " I can't pick just one! This is a wonderful community with amazing kids. I am truly honored to have gotten to teach in Galatia. Galatia will always hold a special place in my heart. I have had some of the best coworkers imaginable. The faculty and staff are all passionate about their work and provide the best possible education to our students. My Scholar Bowl kids are also some of the hardest working kids around and I cannot emphasize enough just how truly proud of them that I've been over the years. The success that we have had is largely due to their commitment to the program and enthusiasm in practices. Some of my favorite memories and hardest laughs have been with those kids!"
Mrs. Lynch's coworkers had this to say: " She is a teacher that wears many hats and always puts her students first. She is loved by all. "
Mrs. Lynch's students had this to say: "I am going to miss Mrs. Lynch next year, she is a really good teacher."
We asked her some interesting questions:
Question: Where is your favorite destination you’ve visited, and why?
Response: My favorite destination that I've visited was Pearl Harbor in 2016 for the 75th anniversary of the Japanese attack on our naval base. I teach about this event every year and to be able to walk around where it happened and see it for myself was very surreal. The Arizona Memorial was tragically beautiful and I was also able to tour the Mighty Mo. It's definitely worth a visit since the beginning and conclusion of WWII for the United States is in one location.
Question: With which cartoon character would you most wish to swap lives?
Response: If I could swap lives with a cartoon character it would be the Flintstones. Who wouldn't want a dinosaur for a pet?! I'd "yabba dabba doo" all day long if it meant I got to slide down the tail of a brontosaurus at the end of my work day.
Thank you Mrs. Lynch for all your hard work!
All Yearbook orders for the Grade School and Junior High are due by this Friday, May 5.
PreK SEL Award winners for March! Congratulations!
Parents/Guardians, with the release of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools available to the general public, we want to remind you of our handbook policy about Plagiarism and Cheating: "Cheating is using, submitting, or attempting to obtain data or answers dishonestly, by deceit, or by means other than those authorized by the teacher. Any student who is caught cheating on tests, papers or daily homework will be given a (0) for the assignment and one after-school detention." Student work detected to be AI generated is subject to this policy.
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Kyndal Malone
Favorite memory from high school?
Looking forward to Ag class with Mr. Arnold and Mr. Richey and many FFA memories made throughout my 4 years of FFA
Plans after high school?
I plan to attend SIC and get my certification in Phlebotomy and continue on to get my Associates in Science
Advice for future Seniors.
Don’t take any moment of high school for granted, because it will be over before you know it. I advise you to enjoy it!
Attention: HS softball will play against Wayne City tonight in Galatia at 4:30. please come out to support the Galatia Lady Bearcats
Congratulations to all of our students for being selected for the SEL Award for March! Our theme was "COURAGE". These students demonstrate courage by standing up for others and being great leaders in our school.
Galatia Grade School had a busy day yesterday.. several students enjoyed the Paragon Rolling Video Van for Selling so many items in Fall fundraiser. They all had a blast..
Teacher Spotlight: Meagan Biggerstaff. Mrs. Biggerstaff has worked in education for 17 years, 15 of those yeas she has worked for Galatia Schools. She has served in various roles here: PreK, Kindergarten and 2nd grade.
Mrs. Biggerstaff said her favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: " I just really enjoy coming to work in a place that feels so comfortable. The people I work with and the little people I work for are great!"
Mrs. Biggerstaff's coworkers had this to say: " I am thankful I get to work with Meagan every day. She’s always willing to try new things to help the students have fun and learn too. I’m lucky to call her my coworker and friend. "
We asked her some interesting questions:
Question: Where is your favorite destination you’ve visited, and why?
Response: My favorite destination would have to be New Orleans. The colorful buildings and old architecture were beautiful. Jazz music and dancing is everywhere and it is just so fun. I also really enjoy spicy food so all the Cajun seasonings were right up my alley. The area is very eclectic with so many different things to do and see. I would love to go back.
Question: Which do you prefer: flying automobiles, robot housekeepers, or lunar cities?
Response: The process of housekeeping does not bring me joy but a clean house does. For this reason I would prefer robot housekeepers. Especially, if she is as cool as Rosey from the Jetsons.
Thank you Mrs. Biggerstaff for all your hard work!
GHS Art students competed in the Carmi/White County Invitational Art Show and visited New Harmony, IN. Isabel Quartana won First place in painting and sculpture as well as Best of Category in sculpture. Hannah Carlton won Third place in mixed media category. Congrats to these two artists!
Staff Spotlight: Tamara Neumann. Tamara has been the school nurse for the district for a total of seven years. She has also served as a cheerleading sponsor in the past.
Tamara said her favorite part about working at Galatia Schools is: "the kids and the co-workers."
Tamara's coworkers had this to say: "Tammy always goes above & beyond to help the kids, she loves to laugh & joke with them. She truly cares about the students & staff at Galatia. We are thankful to have her. "
We asked her some interesting questions:
Question: What is something unique about you (a fun fact) that few people are aware of?
Response: I have 3 snakes, 2 horses, 2 dogs, and 9 cats. At one time I had 15 dogs, a raccoon and a opossum. I love animals!
Question: What was the first concert you ever attended?
Response: I grew up in STL and won tickets to a KISS concert from KSHE95. I have now seen them 16 times.
Thank you Tammy for all your hard work!
Congratulations to our Quarter 3 Junior High Honor Roll students!
Yesterday we planted flowers at GGS. We beat the rain & made the front of the school beautiful. Thanks to Mr. Joe & Mr. Higgins for helping the kids plant the flowers. 🌸🌷🌻🌾
Galatia Grade School 3rd quarter Honor Roll📚
School Board Vacancy
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Jarrett Lambert
Favorite memory from high school?
Coaching jr. high and going to state
Plans after high school?
Criminal Justice
Advice for future Seniors.
Play sports, be involved, make memories ("if you ain't first your last" ricky bobby)
Coaching Positions
Reminder: The Daddy Daughter Dance is tomorrow, April 28 at the Community Center 💃🏻
