Congratulations Jr Lady Bearcats on your 4th place finish in the Akin Tournament. We are proud of you! 🐾 🏐
Let us lead by serving others.
Members of the high school Beta Club participated in the 2023 Polar Plunge at Rend Lake today. They were able to raise $1,000 for the Special Olympics in the process!
It's been a busy week for Galatia FFA members. The parliamentary procedure team placed 3rd in the Section 25 contest, Wyatt Arnold was named the Section 25 Star Greenhand, and the Ag Business team placed 5th in the Section 25 contest. Congratulations on all of your hard work!
Teacher Spotlight: Erica Mapps. Mrs. Mapps has taught for nine years. Eight of those years have been at Galatia Grade School as a 5th and now 3rd grade teacher. She has also served as JH Cheerleading Coach.
Mrs. Mapps had this to say about working for Galatia Schools: "My favorite part about working in Galatia are the ones I get to spend my time with daily. The staff and students here are truly amazing! I have always loved small town vibes, but Galatia is so much more. I have not only gained a second home, I’ve gained friendships that will last a lifetime!"
Mrs. Mapps coworkers had this to say: "Mrs. Mapps always has an upbeat and energetic personality that quickly rubs off on students and staff. She also has an exceptional work ethic and incredible organizational skills that are truly inspiring." "She always has a smile and a positive attitude which is a joy in the workplace and so important for the students."
We asked her some interesting questions:
Question: Where on earth are you hoping to travel next?
Response: I have always enjoyed traveling, and hope to one day tour Italy!!
Question: Where is your favorite destination you’ve visited, and why?
Response: My favorite destination so far has been Hawaii. As breath taking as its scenery is, the reason for my visit was to tour Pearl Harbor and see the USS Arizona Memorial. During this trip, I did get to see where one of my favorite movies was filmed, Jurassic Park!
Thank you Mrs. Mapps for all your hard work!
Today's Friday Funny is brought to you by Parker.
What does a hillbilly call a deer?
I have no i-deer.
https://youtu.be/VaZFcjJklBc
Attention: The Volleyball game tonight has been changed to a HOME game and will be played at Galatia Grade School tonight, 3/2, at 6:00p. There will be a c game played at 5:30p. Thanks
Parents/Guardians:
We still need you all to take the Illinois 5Essentials Survey for our district. The students in grades 4-12 have filled out their responses, now we just need our parents' input. Please follow the link below and take the short survey. It only takes a few minutes. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!
https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/login/
Deadline is March 13.
The 6th Grade Strawberry Fundraiser delivery will be on March 7th at 10:00am at the Grade School parking lot.
Announcement
Galatia High School Scholarship Night will be held on May 10 at 6:00 in the high school gym.
Galatia Junior High School Graduation will be held on May 19 at 6:00 in the high school gym.
Galatia High School Graduation will be held on May 19 at 7:00 in the high school gym.
Seussical K-2 will not start practicing till April. When it is closer to time I will send out that schedule. Thanks.
Attached is the schedule for GGS Seussical rehearsal in March and the groups for those practices.
Congratulations to senior Jack Johnston on making the IHSSBCA All-Sectional team for the 2022-2023 Scholar Bowl season. Teams were selected from a pool of coach-nominated players. Voting was completed by coaches across Southern Illinois and was based off individual performance and leadership.
March dates to remember-
8 - 2:00 Dismissal
21 - Spring Pictures @ GS
22 - Spring Pictures @ GS
23 - Parent Teacher Conferences (3:30-6:30)
24 - Full Day Attendance**
31 - No School, Parent Teacher Conferences (8:00-11:00)
** Friday, March 24 was initially a half day of attendance. It is now a FULL day.
Just a reminder..it's Dr. Seuss week at the Grade School.
Special thank you to Ryan Patton of Howell Insurance for taking time out of his day to come and educate our Driver’s Ed class on the importance and value of insurance.
Had a great wrap-up to FFA week with a visit from the IL FFA State Reporter Levi Maierhofer. He gave a great presentation to our group and led them through an activity on adapting to change. We also had our final dress-up day. Thanks to everyone who supported us this week!
Attention: There will be open field held for HS softball on Monday, 2/27 after school at the GHS field. Please have a physical before practice. There will also be tryouts held for HS baseball on Monday, 2/27 and Tuesday, 2/28 at GHS field after school from 3-6 thanks
Today's Friday Funny is brought to you by Graycee.
What did the big flower say to the small flower?
Hey bud!
https://youtu.be/3ZYF3Uxmwtg
Attention: There is no tournament at Carrier Mills for JH volleyball this year. the next JH volleyball game will be on Monday, Feb 27th against Carrier Mills at 6:00. There will be a c game with a start time of 5:30. Thanks
During this busy FFA month, we want to recognize and congratulate our seniors that earned their FFA State Degrees! Also, congratulations to our Conduct of Chapter Meetings team on their second place finish at the Section 25 contest! They will compete at the district contest in March.
