Congratulations to this week's dude.we.see.you winner, Hailey Grubbs!
4 days ago, Kate Williams
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Job/Coaching Openings for the 2026-2027 School Year

Please visit the employment section of our school website to view our openings for next school year. Currently we have the following openings:

Non-Certified: Elementary Teacher Aide, Middle School Teacher Aide, Assistant Cross Country Coach, Assistant Baseball Coach, Bus Drivers/Subs and Kitchen Subs

Certified: Middle School Special Education Teacher

5 days ago, Stacy Tellor
We had a lot to celebrate in our building this week!

Henry was nominated by his peers to receive the Warrior Coin, and their words say it best: “He is always kind and ready to help anyone. He’s a great friend and truly deserves this,” and “He is a great friend on the bus and is nice.” We love seeing students recognize kindness and friendship in each other—way to go, Henry!

Mrs. Hensley was also honored with a Warrior Coin for always putting students first and creating a positive climate and culture where both students and staff are excited to come to school. She shows up for all students with support, strategies, kindness, and inclusion every single day. We are so lucky to have her as part of our school family!

To top it all off, our students had a blast during the Cup Stacking Challenge and ended the event with a whole-school Cupid Shuffle that had everyone smiling and moving together.

It’s moments like these that remind us how special our school community truly is. 💙
9 days ago, Kasey VandeSchraaf
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Cup Stacking Challenge
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Dear Families,

As we continue our middle school athletic season, we want to share a reminder regarding student expectations at school-sponsored athletic events.
Our goal is to provide a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment for our student-athletes, spectators, officials, and families. To support this, please review the following expectations with your child(ren):

Student Expectations at Middle School Games
-Students are expected to be present to watch and support the team.
-Students must remain in designated seating areas unless going to the restroom or concession stand. After attending to either of those areas, students must promptly return to the gym. 
-Wandering the halls, running through the stands or along the sidelines while games are in progress, or gathering in the commons is not permitted.
-Students are expected to follow staff directions the first time and demonstrate respectful and safe behavior at all times.

Consequences
Students who do not meet these expectations may be:
-Removed from the event immediately
-Subject to progressive disciplinary consequences
-Restricted from attending future athletic events or school activities
-These expectations apply at all school-sponsored events, regardless of location.

K–4 Student Supervision
We would also like to remind families that students in grades K–4 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times while attending middle school athletic events. Unsupervised K–4 students will have a parent contacted and be asked to leave the event.

We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing these expectations so that our events remain positive experiences for everyone involved. Thank you for your continued support of our students and athletic programs.

12 days ago, Kyle Rich
Congratulations to this week's dude.we.see.you winner, Addison Welch! Addi, we see you!
13 days ago, Kate Williams
dude.we.see.you
Congratulations to Hannah Sondgeroth, who finished 3rd in the Conference Spelling Bee. Great job, Hannah!
17 days ago, Kate Williams
Conference Spelling Bee
🎟️ 🍝 The Spaghetti Dinner is BACK! 🍝 🎟️

The countdown is on for Friday, February 13th as the Spaghetti Dinner makes its return! Join us for a night of family fun, awesome auction items, and yummy food from Michael's Italian Feast all benefiting the GHMS Booster Club. To ensure we have enough food, get your orders in by this Friday, February 6th AND be entered into a raffle! See the flyer for more info!

Order Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejNkEBRR7uXGgQfimi6ymhP1xT9vdnF1rATeaOY1wB-j5Kbg/viewform
17 days ago, Kyle Rich
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Tonight's home volleyball game against Pontiac has been pushed back to 4:45 due to transportation issues for the other team. There will no longer be a 6th grade game!

18 days ago, Kyle Rich
School Play Auditions for Freaky Tiki 2/9 3-4 pm and 2/10, 3-4:30 pm.

Freaky Tiki
School Play Performance
Great Oaks Church
4/24, 4/25
7 pm
20 days ago, Kyle Rich
Annual Valentine’s Day Drive: Cuddles with Kindness

Our school is excited to support Cuddles with Kindness during their Annual Valentine’s Day Drive! This meaningful initiative collects new stuffed animals to bring comfort and joy to children receiving care at OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois on Valentine’s Day.

🧸 How to Help:

Donate NEW stuffed animals with original tags

Donations are due by February 5th

Let’s work together to see how many “stuffed friends” we can collect and help make Valentine’s Day a little brighter for children in the hospital.
23 days ago, Kasey VandeSchraaf
Cuddles with Kindness
Congratulation to our Perseverance award winners! These students don't give up when faced with a challenge! Good work, Warriors! Our PurposeFull People word of the month for February is Honesty!
23 days ago, Stephanie Hensley
PP Perseverance
Quick reminder—our Pop Tab Collection Challenge is still going strong! 🥤 Every pop tab helps support the Ronald McDonald House 💛

🏆 We’re competing against Metamora Grade School, Metamora Township High School, and St. Mary’s—and bragging rights are on the line, so let’s show them what Germantown Hills can do!

🎯 Goal: 300,000 pop tabs
🎉 School-wide rewards like popcorn and lemonade when we hit checkpoints! 🍿🥤

📍 Drop off pop tabs in the Elementary Office or Middle School science rooms
📅 Collect through May

Let’s collect and WIN—one pop tab at a time! 🙌
💙 GHMS Student Council 💙
25 days ago, Sarah Light
Thank you to all students who competed in our Spelling Bee on Thursday and congratulations to winner Hannah Sondgeroth and runner-up Frankie Capobianco! They will compete in the Conference Bee on February 5th at Metamora High School. Good luck to you both!
about 1 month ago, Kate Williams
Spelling Bee Winners
As part of Ms. Ganson's 7th grade life science classes' Genetics Unit, students conducted a Strawberry DNA Extraction Lab and studied their DNA samples under a compound light microscope.
about 1 month ago, Kate Williams
7th Grade Science
7th Grade Science
7th Grade Science
7th Grade Science
7th Grade Science
Congratulations to this week's dude.we.see.you winner, Lucas Piscaglia!
about 1 month ago, Kate Williams
dude.we.see.you
GHES January Newsletter!
about 1 month ago, Kyle Rich
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GHES had busy and fun Friday during our morning assembly filled with celebrations and meaningful learning moments. Our PTO recognized the top 4th grade winners for their Postcards across America Challenge. We proudly recognized our Purposefull People Empathy Award winners, honoring students who consistently demonstrate the ability to understand and connect with the feelings of others. Their kindness and compassion help make our school a welcoming place for everyone.

We also celebrated Deputy Garber in recognition of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, thanking him for his dedication, service, and the positive relationships he builds with our students and staff.

The assembly wrapped up with an exciting box stacking challenge that had everyone cheering (and holding their breath!). This fun activity helped us talk about perseverance—pushing through challenges, trying again when things don’t go as planned, and sticking with it even when it gets tough.

about 1 month ago, Kasey VandeSchraaf
Law Enforcement Appreciation
Empathy Award winners!
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Congratulations to this week's teacher.we.see.you winner, Mr. Harlan!
about 1 month ago, Kate Williams
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Families,

As has long been requested, GHMS will officially offer individual season long passes for indoor sports. These will be offered on a sport by sport basis for the 2025-2026 school year as we determine the viability of offering these. Moving forward, GHSD K-8 students will be able to enter athletic events for free, along with seniors 62+ and children 0-5. Passes are non-transferrable, meaning the pass owner is the only person who may use the pass. If there are four adult (or HS) members of your family, four passes will be needed, etc.

Beginning Monday, January 12th, passes can be purchased for the volleyball season in the middle school office via cash or check (made out to GHMS) for $35 per pass. If you're interested in purchasing a pass, please fill out the attached document and send cash or a check made out to GHMS. This can be sent with your child or you are welcome to stop in the office to fill out a form and pay there. You may also call the MS office over the phone and pay via credit card! Passes will be ready at the gate for the first game on 1/14.

*Please note, passes due not count for our in-season tournament, quadrangular, or IESA sectional play!

If you have any questions, reach out to the MS office or contact Kyle Rich at krich@ghills69.com.

Thank you,

Kyle Rich
about 1 month ago, Kyle Rich
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✨ Before holiday break, we were proud to celebrate our newest Warrior Coin recipients.

💙 Jaspar Maroun
Jaspar exemplifies true Warrior spirit through his incredible courage and perseverance. After facing lifelong medical challenges, including heart surgery this year, he continues to lead with kindness, positivity, and quiet strength. A thoughtful leader in 4D, Jaspar’s big heart and determination make our school a better place every day.

💛 Evey Heflin
Evey is the definition of Character Strong. She consistently shows kindness, empathy, and respect, always stepping up to help others. Her compassion and positive actions create a caring, connected school community, making her a wonderful role model for all.

🏅 Patrick Vaughan
Patrick is passionate about helping students become their best—academically and beyond. A strong mentor and respected coach, he connects learning to real life, holds high expectations, and leads by example. His dedication and impact truly reflect Warrior pride.

🏆 Becky Maddock, Karen Dexheimer, and Angie Theiler
As they prepare to retire at the end of the school year, we honored Becky, Karen, and Angie for decades of service and lasting impact. Their dedication has shaped generations of students and left a powerful legacy in our Warrior community.

👏 Congratulations to these outstanding Warriors who embody perseverance, leadership, and heart every day!

about 2 months ago, Kasey VandeSchraaf
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