Our county meet tonight in El Paso went so well! On the girls side Claire Koster got 1st in the 100. Keegan Waggoner got 2nd in the 100. Maeve Geiler also got 2nd in the 100. Brinley Nena ran 1st in the 400 and Kenzie Piscaglia got 3rd. Leah Hohulin got 2nd in the 800. Claire Koster got 1st in the hurdles. The 8th grade girls 4x4 with Brinley, Claire, Keegan, and Kenzie got 1st. Quinn Jordan got 1st in shot put and Rachel Bystrom got 2nd. Rachel Bystrom got 1st in discus.
On the boys side Clay Beccue got 2nd in 100, and Blake Feld got 3rd. Colton Quigley got 3rd in the 100. Jackson Schmidgall got 3rd in the 200. Clay Beccue got 1st in the 200. Carter Shoff got 3rd in the 400. Karter Brown got 2nd in the 800. Clay Beccue got 1st in the hurdles. The 7th grade boys 4x2 with Carter, Jayce, Charles, and Jackson got 2nd. Andrew Billingsley got 1st in shot put. Andrew also got 1st in discus. Clay Beccue got 2nd in long jump.
While this is only a list of top 3 finishers, we had so many competitive performances tonight! We are so proud of our team!
1 day ago, Kyle Rich
At this time, we are loading busses as traffic is now moving again. We will begin dismissal procedures and be about 10-15 minutes behind.
3 days ago, Kyle Rich
There has been an accident at the intersection at 116 and Schmitt Lane, most likely leading to delays in elementary departure.
3 days ago, Kyle Rich
Please join us for the school play on April 24th and 25th!
3 days ago, Kate Williams
Congratulations to this week's teacher.we.see.you winner, Mr. Ringle. Here is what a student said about him: "His class is the highlight of my day. I always look forward to being in his classroom." Mr. Ringle, we see you!
5 days ago, Kate Williams
Congratulations to this week's dude.we.see.you winner, Bella Bishop!
5 days ago, Kate Williams
On Friday, our middle school students explored a wide range of careers through engaging, hands-on sessions led by incredible community members. From healthcare to skilled trades, students asked questions, made connections, and discovered new interests for their futures.
A special thank you to the individuals who volunteered their time and presence in making GHMS Career Day such a success. Your impact on our students is truly appreciated!
5 days ago, Kate Williams
Looking for something fun to do? Join us at Germantown Hills Elementary School on Tuesday, April 28th from 5:30–7:00 PM for a Screen-Free Family Night. This is open to all elementary families!
While students enjoy a variety of hands-on activities, grown-ups are invited to attend a special presentation by Dr. Erin Thomas. She will share practical guidance on navigating devices with your children, including seven simple, realistic strategies to help build healthier screen habits while protecting relationships, sleep, and overall well-being.
We’ll wrap up the evening with a raffle for grade-level family fun baskets! You won’t want to miss it!
Come unplug, connect, and enjoy a fun-filled evening together. We hope to see you there!
5 days ago, Stephanie Hensley
Today our K–4 students and staff had an incredible time at our Touch-a-Truck event! Students had the opportunity to explore a variety of vehicles up close and learn how they’re used in different careers.
From the beautiful weather to the amazing vehicles and engaging presenters, it truly was a perfect day!
We are so thankful for the community members, organizations, and parents who volunteered their time to make this event such a success.
A huge round of applause to GHFD, Galesburg Life Flight, Woodford County Sheriff’s Department, Early Bird Grain & Feed, Ameren, GFL, Bully’s Tree Service, Kuna Foods, Nussbaum Trucking, Metamora Motors, EPPD, and the Village of Germantown Hills for their support—and to Tom’s Travelin’ Coffee for keeping our staff energized!
We’re already looking forward to our next Touch-a-Truck event in Spring 2028!
8 days ago, Stephanie Hensley
7th/8th grade and 6th grade band students had a zoom call with composer Scratch Eden yesterday in rehearsal. It was a great opportunity to perform his music for him and get some insight into his motivations and thoughts as a professional composer.
8 days ago, Kate Williams
Last night, our boys and girls track teams did great at their meet at Morton! Our 8th grade girls 4x1 and 4x4 teams got first! On both teams, we had a lot of individuals win running and field events! Good work Warriors!!
8 days ago, Kyle Rich
6th grade science students learned about the different densities of freshwater and saltwater earlier this week!
10 days ago, Kate Williams
Congratulations to this week's teacher.we.see.you winner, Mrs. Whisker! Here is what a student said about her: "She is always patient in lessons and makes learning seem fun." Awesome job, Mrs. Whisker!
12 days ago, Kate Williams
8th grade band and chorus students had an absolute blast on their trip to Chicago to see Hamilton! Weather was beautiful and the show was amazing. It was a great way to celebrate their commitment to band and chorus at GHMS.
12 days ago, Kate Williams
Mr. Laird presented at the Illinois Council for Social Studies last week. He presented on how to align standards with Social Studies content and the journey that GHMS has been on! Mr. Laird, thank you for representing our school!
12 days ago, Kate Williams
Hello!
It is the time of year when we begin taking nominations for the Sabrina Page Golden Apple Award! Both staff and community members are open to submitting a nomination for a teacher who works diligently to inspire students of all backgrounds and abilities to learn, has the respect and admiration of students, parents, colleagues, and the community as a whole, and who has a clear understanding of their curriculum, practices, and educational beliefs.
Please see the attached flyer for more information on the Sabrina Page Golden Apple Award and a link to the nomination form. The link to the form is also in this email. This form will be added to the school website.
Thank you!
Michelle
Sabrina Page Award Nomination Form
17 days ago, Adam Brumbaugh
Thank you to the PTO for bringing the Woot Woot wagon to the middle school today!
18 days ago, Kate Williams
Congratulations to our chess coach extraordinaire, Dr. McAllister, for being selected to receive the Chess Distinguished Service Award from the IESA! She has built a fantastic program, with more than 50 participants on the chess team this year. Doc has created an environment where beginners feel welcome and experienced players feel challenged. She emphasizes growth, problem-solving, and perseverance, ensuring that every student, regardless of skill level, experiences success and belonging!
18 days ago, Kyle Rich
GHMS Cheer & Dance Tryouts Are Coming!
April 27 – May 1
Open to **incoming 6th–8th graders**
Want to be part of the energy, spirit, and excitement at GHMS? Now’s your chance!
Stop by the office to grab your packet.
**Parent Meeting:** April 27
Workshops & tryouts will wrap up on May 1
Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to get involved!
Questions?
📧 Cheer:
bradburyh@ghills69.com📧 Dance:
dance@ghills69.com18 days ago, Kyle Rich
