Mark your calendar for the Scholastic Book Fair!
The fair will run October 27th-31st. Middle School families can visit the fair on Monday October 27th from 3:30-7pm at the GCMS Library! Students can shop the fair before and after school, after finishing lunch, or with permission during the school day Tuesday-Friday.
Help support literacy at GCMS!
The fair will run October 27th-31st. Middle School families can visit the fair on Monday October 27th from 3:30-7pm at the GCMS Library! Students can shop the fair before and after school, after finishing lunch, or with permission during the school day Tuesday-Friday.
Help support literacy at GCMS!
Dear Greene County Families,
Our district is aware of a rumor circulating today regarding a potential altercation between students at the high school. We want to assure you that this matter was promptly investigated in full cooperation with the Greene County Sheriffâs Department and the Jefferson Police Department. The investigation determined the rumor to be false, and at no time was there any threat to the safety of our students or staff.
Please know that our buildings were never placed on lockdown, and the safety and well-being of our staff and students remains our top priority. We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and positive school environment.
Greene County Public Health will be having flu shot clinics for students and staff at the following locations on:
GCE Wednesday, Oct 8th 9:00-10:30
GCM Wednesday, Oct 22nd 9:00-10:30
GCHS Wednesday, Oct 15th 9:00-10:30
You must register online :
School influenza English- https://www.nightingalenotes.com/cf/bpscgapopsqhy
School influenza Spanish-https://www.nightingalenotes.com/cf/bpsupbbrrteps
Your child must be able to sit still in a chair independently while the flu shot is administered. If your child is unable to, you will be contacted by the school nurse and notified that your child did not receive the flu shot.
GCE Wednesday, Oct 8th 9:00-10:30
GCM Wednesday, Oct 22nd 9:00-10:30
GCHS Wednesday, Oct 15th 9:00-10:30
You must register online :
School influenza English- https://www.nightingalenotes.com/cf/bpscgapopsqhy
School influenza Spanish-https://www.nightingalenotes.com/cf/bpsupbbrrteps
Your child must be able to sit still in a chair independently while the flu shot is administered. If your child is unable to, you will be contacted by the school nurse and notified that your child did not receive the flu shot.
Intro to Construction class has spent time learning the basics of framing, roofing, and other skills needed to be successful in construction. Now the students are ready to put that learning into practice. The class is looking for 2 buyers for sheds to be built by the class.
The shed will include:
Built on skid for easy moving
House framing
Shingled roof
Plywood siding ready to be painted
Wooden door
Available options:
Choose your size! Max size of 10x10
Choose your color!
Add windows
Add walk in door
Add roll up door
If you would like to purchase one of the sheds please fill out the interest form below. The interest form will close September 29 at noon. Customization of sheds needs to be expressed in the interest form. The class, Mr. Martin, and the building administration will review all interested buyers and be in contact. If you are not able to buy this time, keep your eyes open as we have more classes yet this year.
The buyer will be in charge of transportation of the shed from GCHS.
Any questions can be directed to martine@greenecountycsd.net
Photos are examples.
Google Form - Interest Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScI8C6ICM1Fy7UWnefQJ25GsOogm0u77MW891tLSEIzxPBiKg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=100474358599385253988
The shed will include:
Built on skid for easy moving
House framing
Shingled roof
Plywood siding ready to be painted
Wooden door
Available options:
Choose your size! Max size of 10x10
Choose your color!
Add windows
Add walk in door
Add roll up door
If you would like to purchase one of the sheds please fill out the interest form below. The interest form will close September 29 at noon. Customization of sheds needs to be expressed in the interest form. The class, Mr. Martin, and the building administration will review all interested buyers and be in contact. If you are not able to buy this time, keep your eyes open as we have more classes yet this year.
The buyer will be in charge of transportation of the shed from GCHS.
Any questions can be directed to martine@greenecountycsd.net
Photos are examples.
Google Form - Interest Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScI8C6ICM1Fy7UWnefQJ25GsOogm0u77MW891tLSEIzxPBiKg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=100474358599385253988
Exciting news, Rams Fans!
Greene County Community School District has launched a new YouTube channel: @GCCSDActivities (https://www.youtube.com/@GCCSDActivities).
From now on, sporting, music, and drama events will be livestreamed on the @GCCSDActivities YouTube channel -- free for everyone to watch.
In addition, all sporting events held in the Greene County High School gymnasium and at Linduska Field will also be simulcast on our HUDL page: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/jefferson/organization/6968/greene-county-high-school.
Be sure to subscribe (and tell your friends) so you never miss a performance or a game.
Go Rams!
Greene County Community School District has launched a new YouTube channel: @GCCSDActivities (https://www.youtube.com/@GCCSDActivities).
From now on, sporting, music, and drama events will be livestreamed on the @GCCSDActivities YouTube channel -- free for everyone to watch.
In addition, all sporting events held in the Greene County High School gymnasium and at Linduska Field will also be simulcast on our HUDL page: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/jefferson/organization/6968/greene-county-high-school.
Be sure to subscribe (and tell your friends) so you never miss a performance or a game.
Go Rams!
We are happy to announce we have a partnership with Hudl TV for live streaming events at Linduska Field and the High School Gym. You can view tonight's Homecoming Game on YouTube or tune in to the Greene County Hudl TV page.
YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/live/cvslaheZ6ok
Hudl TV link: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/jefferson/organization/6968/greene-county-high-school
YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/live/cvslaheZ6ok
Hudl TV link: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/jefferson/organization/6968/greene-county-high-school
Due to wet ground conditions and forecast for more rain, tonight's cross country meet at Panorama has been canceled.
Mr. Martin's Home Maintenance class is working on repairing holes in drywall. Home Maintenance focuses on the information that is helpful for students as they look forward to moving into a home for the first time. This class is great for any student who plans on owning a home in the future and doesn't want to pay for everything to be done for them.
Chef D and her culinary students are studying eggs, and today they learned how to poach eggs for their eggs benedict. They also prepared a hollandaise sauce which was delicious!
Leah Renwanz's Human Anatomy and Physiology I class dissected pigs to learn about their anatomy.
Chef D taught her culinary students how to concasse tomatoes today. Concasse is a French cooking term for tomatoes that have been peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped. They turned the tomatoes into a bruschetta which is a crustini with feta, the fresh tomatoes, and fresh basil. They then drizzled each with a balsamic glaze. They were so delicious!
GCHS would like to introduce September's Students and Staff Members of the Month: (front) Misty Bettey, Alaina Gettler, Madi Skalla, Evelyn Snyder, Wendy Vander Linden (back) Raymond Bauer, Isaac Karber, Aden Bardole and Gabe Gerzema. (Not pictured Matthew Gannon). Thank you for making GCHS a great place to learn and work! Go Rams!
Mr. Martin's Intro to Construction class just finished up the Wall Systems unit. The students learned how to construct walls and add the most common types of openings such as windows and doors. These students are excited and eager to learn more. Keep an eye out as they plan to build a shed here soon and will be looking for a buyer, more info on that to come.
Chef D and her culinary students learned how to make French omelets today! Students added different types of vegetables to their creation. They turned out great!
Iowa Central Community College has kicked off the fall semester! There are still several short-term opportunities available for individuals to gain additional skills and credentials!
Here are just a few of the upcoming offerings:
CDL â begins September 16th in Fort Dodge
Pharmacy Technician - begins September 15 as a hybrid class
Medical Billing & Coding - begins September 29 as a virtual class
Basic Safety - begins October 6 in Fort Dodge
Tuition assistance is available for eligible individuals through our Career Navigators. If someone is interested in exploring funding options, please have them reach out to Liz Miklo, Neely Sawyer, or Melissa Vorrie.
Here are just a few of the upcoming offerings:
CDL â begins September 16th in Fort Dodge
Pharmacy Technician - begins September 15 as a hybrid class
Medical Billing & Coding - begins September 29 as a virtual class
Basic Safety - begins October 6 in Fort Dodge
Tuition assistance is available for eligible individuals through our Career Navigators. If someone is interested in exploring funding options, please have them reach out to Liz Miklo, Neely Sawyer, or Melissa Vorrie.
Instructor Lori DeMoss is preparing her CNA/First Aide students by teaching them the proper techniques for donning and doffing PPE, which is an abbreviation for personal protective equipment.
Check out this year's Career Exploration Camps for students in grades 1-3 and grades 4-8! Sign up soon because our space is limited!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K4mKQMzJ8NWVArN0hzSHwfz2Fgom9UCW/view
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K4mKQMzJ8NWVArN0hzSHwfz2Fgom9UCW/view
Hi 8th-grade families - Did you know Greene County Middle School offers the Skip the Trip program?
Skip the Trip is a program offered by the Iowa DOT that allows students to take the web-based driver's permit knowledge test at school instead of traveling to a DMV or county treasurer's office, making the process more convenient for families and potentially reducing congestion at service centers. Students who pass the test receive an email verification and then make an appointment at a DMV to complete the process and be issued their instruction permit.
Your student can study now and take the test up to 30 days before their 14th birthday. They just need to stop in the middle school library to set up a time to take the test. More information, including the online manual and practice test, can be found at the link below.
If you have any questions, email powersj@greenecountycsd.net
https://iowadot.gov/drivers-licenses-ids/driver-education
We are hiring!
Greene County Community School will be holding the monthly board meeting at the admin building (101 Ram Drive, Jefferson, IA) this evening beginning at 5:15 PM. The public is welcome to attend in-person or view the livestream on the district's YouTube channel. See below for the link. The meeting agenda can be viewed on the GCCSD Board of Education page under the Links header.
GCCSD Board Meeting YouTube Livestream Link:
https://www.youtube.com/live/Si7TdYp7Z54
Board Meeting Agenda:
https://www.gccsd.k12.ia.us/page/board-home
GCCSD Board Meeting YouTube Livestream Link:
https://www.youtube.com/live/Si7TdYp7Z54
Board Meeting Agenda:
https://www.gccsd.k12.ia.us/page/board-home