Dear CUSD #205 Parent/Guardian, Thank you for your continued patience during this pandemic. As with all our work, student and staff safety is our highest priority. We believe that the time has come for our district to make an important decision. Galesburg High School and Galesburg High School North students and staff will move to Remote Learning beginning on... READ MORE >
The Knox County Health Department will be offering COVID Vaccinations to 16 and 17 year old's on Saturday, April 17, 2021. The Health Department will be administering the Pfizer vaccine at the old Bergner's building in what used to be the Sandburg Mall in Galesburg, Illinois. Parents/Guardians are required to pre-register their child and must accompany their... READ MORE >
Galesburg District #205 is committed to the social and emotional wellbeing of its students and staff. Because of this, the SEL Leadership Team has prioritized the availability of resources in this area, as well as mental health. Today, Friday, March 26th, thousands of educators, students, community organizers, and individuals across the country will celebrate the... READ MORE >
Great things happen in Galesburg CUSD #205 schools every day! This week we are taking you into a 6th grade Science class at Lombard Middle School! READ MORE >
District #205 has been doing some amazing work regarding mental health. Read the attached article to learn more! Article Link: Mental Health in #205 READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians, The fourth quarter begins on Monday, March 29, 2021. All students will be registered for IN-Person instruction UNLESS you fill out the online form in Skyward Family Access for them to remain virtual. The online form will be available March 4-March 10, 2021. Please note, if your student is in-person for the fourth quarter and is consistently... READ MORE >
Students, parents, and teachers across Illinois will have the opportunity to participate in the ninth annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. The survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your student's school.Your participation in the parent portion of the survey will help us understand the conditions at your child's school... READ MORE >
The Galesburg CUSD #205 Lucky 5 is made possible thanks to the Joy Fund that is held at the Galesburg Community Foundation. Galesburg High School Art teachers select 5 students to receive money from the fund to shop the Blick Art Materials Catalog. Students were gifted their items recently at the Blick Outlet Store. Congratulations to the Lucky 5 students! You can... READ MORE >
February 26, 2021: Joan KelleyWe have provided a "Friday Fact" every Friday during the month of February and today, we want to honor someone who had a close connection to the Galesburg CUSD #205 community. Joan Kelley served as the first African-American school board member for CUSD #205 from 1968-1977. Kelley had a Bachelor's Degree in music education and had the... READ MORE >
February 19, 2021: Dr. Kizzmekia S. Corbett Photo Credit: American Society for Microbiology Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett is a 35 year old viral immunologist and research fellow in the Vaccine Research Center of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. She is also the lead scientist on the team that developed the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine. COVID-19... READ MORE >
Galesburg CUSD #205 will return to full time, in-person instruction on Monday, February 22, 2021. Some students have selected the option to remain virtual and will continue their instruction online. For more information, including building times, please click here. As a reminder, all students and families are required to read the COVID-19 Procedure Agreement prior... READ MORE >
February 12, 2021: Victor J. GloverPhoto Credit: NASA Victor J. Glover is the first African American astronaut to live on the International Space Station for an extended stay. What caught our attention was an article where Glover credited his fifth grade science teacher for giving him the inspiration to pursue STEM, (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)... READ MORE >
As we begin to celebrate Black History Month, we will be bringing you a "Friday Fact" during the month of February. We will celebrate a fact or story about the contribution, legacy and leadership of important people who have molded our nation throughout history. February 5, 2021: Dr. Justina Ford Dr. Justina Ford was born in Knoxville, Illinois and graduated... READ MORE >
As you are aware, we are offering full-time, in-person instruction options for students beginning as soon as February 22, 2021. The virtual option allows a student to remain in E-Learning instruction and is still available to families. Parents/Guardians will need to login to Skyward Family Access and fill out the online form by Wednesday, February 3, 2021.We hope... READ MORE >
As you are aware, we are offering a full-time in-person instruction option for students beginning as soon as February 22, 2021. The virtual option will also still be available. Please login to Skyward Family access to make your choice by Wednesday, February 3, 2021. ALL K-12 families will need to login to register your student for FULL IN-PERSON or VIRTUAL ONLY... READ MORE >
The recording of the January 26 Board of Education meeting is now available on the CUSD #205 YouTube page. Please click here to view. Stay up to date with all the videos from the District by subscribing to the CUSD #205 YouTube channel! Visit www.youtube.com and search for CUSD 205. Once you find the channel, click "subscribe". When you subscribe, any new videos... READ MORE >
The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday celebration was held virtually this year on Monday, January 18, 2021. The community event brings all members of the community together for a celebration of Dr. King’s life. Galesburg 7th and 8th grade students were offered the opportunity to participate in the celebration by entering the essay contest. Each year a... READ MORE >
The Board of Education authorized the administration to implement the in-person learning plan, effective Monday, February 1, 2021. The Board will meet in a Special Session on Monday, January 25th to review the infection rates and staff/student isolation and quarantine data. Student groups begin on Monday, February 1, 2021 and are now available in Skyward Family... READ MORE >
Construction at the Galesburg High School campus will begin in the upcoming months. As a result of the renovations to the Roland O. Hegg auditorium, the district is selling the current auditorium seats. If you are interested in a piece of GHS history, the seats are for sale at $100.00 each. Orders can be paid for by cash or check and must be placed by December 11,... READ MORE >
CUSD #205 is suspending all in-person instruction effective immediately. We are making this change due to the rising number of COVID positive cases in Knox and Warren counties. While we have been very proud of everyone’s efforts to keep all of our students and staff safe through the in-person instruction that has occurred, we feel that the trajectory of the... READ MORE >
SEL on Wheels is available to help your student! Check the schedule each week on the CUSD#205 Website and Social Media sites. What can SEL on Wheels help students with?Referral to Community ServicesSnacksHygiene Items Wi-Fi AccessGeneral SupportSocial & Emotional SupportAcademic Assistance READ MORE >
The USDA waiver for free meals has been extended through 12/31/2020. The program provides meals at no cost to students 18 years old and younger. To view the current meal pick-up locations and times, please click here.Beginning on Monday, 9/21/2020, we will be offering an early morning meal pick-up option from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Galesburg High School. Please drive to... READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians, We have sent you information regarding the upcoming fall assessments via Skyward. Please click the following links to access the specific information. AIMSWeb+ Ready Math Scantron We appreciate your partnership in this matter to ensure that your student(s) receive the necessary testing. These measures will help us to better understand the... READ MORE >
CUSD #205 is using Clever to provide a simple way to use one login to access multiple platforms. Clever syncs with our system to provide your student(s) with a "one stop shop" for many of the applications that your students will use on a regular basis. This will prevent your students from logging in to several different platforms with the use of Clever's single... READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians, After reviewing the Knox County COVID-19 Metrics, we feel it is in the best interest of all stakeholders to cancel the Meet the Teacher event we originally publicized. Instead, we will offer the opportunity for students to pick up supplies from the school they are registered to attend. An email was sent to Parents/Guardians today with more... READ MORE >
Galesburg CUSD #205 is offering optional Parent University classes for parents and guardians to gain a better understanding of E-Learning. "Galesburg District #205 continues to look for ways to provide our parents and guardians with the necessary resources and support as we begin our E-Learning this fall. An exciting, upcoming opportunity for parents and guardians... READ MORE >
Mindi Ritchie was hired at the August 10, 2020 Board of Education meeting to fill the open position for a building principal at Galesburg High School North. “Mindi Ritchie has proven herself to be a dedicated educator who brings a particular expertise in the area of Social-Emotional Learning. As the district continues on the path of a focus on educating the whole... READ MORE >
Over the last few months we have developed brief video tutorials to help our parents and families navigate E-Learning and the tools that we will be incorporating at Galesburg CUSD #205. We are excited to release our Parent Help website and share all the tools that will assist families as we begin the 2020-2021 school year. Please click here to go directly to the... READ MORE >
Kindergarten is a big step in your child's life (and probably in yours). Because of the current pandemic, the first day will not be, as we would have hoped, however the Kindergarten staff at each school is ready to get to know your student and make their experience a positive one! The kindergarten staff at King Elementary, Silas Willard Elementary and Steele... READ MORE >
Valerie Hawkins was hired at the June 23, 2020 Board of Education meeting to fill the open position for a principal at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School. “Galesburg CUSD #205 is fortunate to have a great many highly qualified educators, and Valerie Hawkins has been a highly respected member of our faculty for many years. We feel she will be a tremendous... READ MORE >
The 2019-2020 school year has come to an end, but the construction is still going strong! If you drive by any of the construction sites you will notice some of the buildings now starting to look a little different. To see pictures of all the building sites, please visit the District 205 Facility page on the District website. Some of the current progress for each... READ MORE >
The Gale Scholars Program is proud to announce the induction of its newest class, the Class of 2024. The 10 students went through a rigorous two month selection process (application/essay, grade/citizenship/attendance, references and interviews). They were chosen from an original pool of 36 applicants. Their cumulative GPA isa sparkling 3.60. This year's final... READ MORE >
If you don't have a card, you can easily get one from the Galesburg Public Library! The Galesburg Public Library Staff are still working to provide support to our community during this challenging time. The Library collection includes: The Alliance Digital Media Library collection of ebooks and audiobooks, accessible via the Overdrive and Libby apps,Additional... READ MORE >
The Governor has issued a Shelter in Place order for the State of Illinois. Galesburg CUSD #205 schools will remain closed until April 8, 2020. Please follow the Shelter in Place order. This means you should not travel outside your home unless you need to travel to the grocery store, pharmacy or doctor’s office. The district will not be able to issue any other... READ MORE >
The Galesburg School District is attempting to identify students who do not have home internet access in the event an E-Learning Plan is activated during a school closure. If your student DOES NOT HAVE INTERNET ACCESS AT HOME, please contact the district office on Thursday from 8:00 am-4:00 pm or Friday from 8:00 am-12:00 pm at 309-973-2111. It is very important... READ MORE >
The Nielson Elementary students in Mrs. Kleine's third grade class each adopted a pet at the beginning of February. The adoption process itself was part of the fun! Each student filled out an application, chose their pet, decided on a name and received adoption papers. The agreement required each student to take care of his or her pet by reading to it at least 15... READ MORE >
Young Black Historians began in 2017 as an innovative approach to engage students of color and promote American history from a perspective that addresses diversity. The Galesburg CUSD #205 Young Black Historians were busy last week as they went on tour to perform at local community school districts including Abingdon-Avon CUSD #276, ROWVA CUSD #208, Knoxville CUSD,... READ MORE >
A new, no cost program known as, "Handle with Care" is now a part of Galesburg CUSD #205. The program was created several years ago by the West Virginia Center for Children's Justice to enable local police to notify school districts when they encounter a child at a traumatic scene, so that school staff and mental healthcare providers are prepared to provide... READ MORE >
IMSA (Illinois Math and Science Academy) Fusion is currently in its 9th year at Churchill Junior High. The IMSA program originated in Aurora, Illinois and started with two goals; to further expand the expertise of science teachers across the state and to expand the horizons of students with a challenging curriculum that extends beyond the everyday science and math... READ MORE >
Local residents, Rodney Bunch, Jim Jacobs and Dwight White visited with Galesburg High School North students on Friday, February 14, 2020. Upon entering the Little Theater, students were given a sheet with over 30 different "menu" options. Each menu item, or title, was a brief description of a much bigger story. Many students raised their hands eager to pick a... READ MORE >
The students in Ms. Moreno's first grade class held a March for Peace on February 7, 2020 through the hallways at Gale Elementary School. The class started the week before and leading up to Martin Luther King Day spending an entire week learning about him, before spending the next week on Ruby Bridges, then ended with Rosa Parks. According to Moreno, "We would... READ MORE >
Galesburg CUSD #205 students participated in two events held in the community to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Students used their voices, words and actions to honor King. The speeches and performances were uplifting and offered encouragement to all those who were in attendance at the Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast and the... READ MORE >
The Galesburg School District administration held a Community Q&A on January 16, 2020. The meeting was held at Galesburg High School, in the Little Theater. Approximately 40 community members were in attendance. The meeting began with a brief special Board of Education meeting, followed by the discussion of the 7-12 GHS Campus. The recording of the video can be... READ MORE >
On Saturday, December 14, 2019, the Silas Willard Elementary School Robotics team competed in a First Lego League regional tournament held at Bradley University’s Renaissance Coliseum. The competition is separated into three events: the robot game, the research project and core values. The team was asked to present their research presentation during the closing... READ MORE >
The Gale Cougarbots is a team of ten 4th and 5th graders who participate in the First Lego League (FLL) Robotics program. Through this program, team members learn Core Values, such as inclusion (respecting each other and embracing their differences), discovery (exploring new skills and ideas), innovation (using creativity and persistence to solve problems), impact... READ MORE >
It is an exciting time at Galesburg CUSD #205! Did you know that you can view construction updates on the District #205 Website? There are many changes for the district buildings and we want to keep you informed on the progress. You can click here to go directly to the website page. The page can also be found by visiting www.galesburg205.org. When you are on the... READ MORE >
The Board of Education approved the purchase power agreements for Solar Panel installation at the June Board of Education meeting. Site work has already begun at Lombard Middle School, Galesburg High School, and Lincoln Education Center. Solar Panels for Galesburg High School will be located behind Gale Elementary and Rose Hoben. The practice soccer fields that... READ MORE >
For the entire month of November, Middle School Principals across Knox County will be raising awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society through their Colors of Cancer program with a total goal of $4,000. Locally, Mr. Hawkins (Churchill) and Mr. Young (Lombard) will be competing to see who canraise the most to donate to the cause. A challenge has been... READ MORE >
The generosity of the Jack E. Larson endowment fund continues to provide for Galesburg area students. Over 300 CUSD#205 students attended the Jack Larson shoe day held at Wal-Mart. Students received a new pair of shoes and socks. The day was made possible with the assistance of various community members and organizations. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped... READ MORE >
Galesburg High School accounting students competed against other area high schools today at Carl Sandburg College in a Monopoly Accounting Contest. The competition consisted of various challenges throughout the day. Some students were also given the opportunity to check out the Virtual Reality (VR) lab at Carl Sandburg College. Congratulations to the table "2"... READ MORE >
This past Saturday, the Marching Streaks wrapped up their season at the University of Illinois Marching Band Championships. It was a rainy day and the performances ended up being held in the Irwin Indoor Practice Facility, where the students were still able to march and play their entire show, and judged on all visual and musical elements. The Streaks came in... READ MORE >
Skip the cold and join the students at Galesburg High School on Wednesday, October 30 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for the annual Haunted High School. The event is open to the community for birth through 5th grade students. Enter through the West External Doors (Band Doors). Please bring can goods or non -perishable items to donate to Fish Food Pantry. We hope to see you... READ MORE >
Saturday, the Marching Streaks competed in the State of Illinois Marching Band Championships at Illinois State University. The band competed in class 3A and placed second in a tough class against Marian Catholic High School, Bloomington, Limestone, Dunlap, Antioch, and Lemont. The bands score in prelims qualified them for a spot as one of the top 14 bands out of... READ MORE >
The Galesburg High School Marching Streaks competed in the Normal Marching Band Invitational, which was held at Illinois Wesleyan University's Tucci Stadium on Saturday, October 12th. There were 6 classes with the Marching Streaks competing in class 5A against Champaign Centennial, Prairie Central, and Monticello. The band won best winds as well as best visual... READ MORE >
The October Board of Education Meeting Recap is now available. Please click here for more information. To view the meeting, please visit the District #205 YouTube page by clicking here. READ MORE >
The CUSD #205 Board of Education has appointed Wendel J. Hunigan to fill the vacant seat on the Board of Education. Hunigan has spent the past 40 years committed to public education. He has educated over 9,000 students during his time at Carl Sandburg College, Monmouth College, and currently, Knox College. Board President Tianna Cervantez recently shared her... READ MORE >
Acknowledge. Care. Tell. (A.C.T.) Form Are you worried about yourself or a friend? Are you unsure of what to do? Have you been bullied? The Acknowledge. Care. Tell. (A.C.T.) form is a great place to get help for you or others. Each school website has a link under the "Live Feed" section as well as under the "For Students" menu. Simply click on the link, follow... READ MORE >
Drivers Education students were given the opportunity to experience safe traffic stop on September 23. The traffic stops were performed by the students who are a part of the Law Enforcement program at the Galesburg Area Vocational Center. Students were given the opportunity to practice what they have been learning in both classes this year. READ MORE >
Churchill and Lombard students were given the opportunity to listen to nationally known and respected speaker, trainer and author, Carl "Energizer" Olson, on Thursday, September 26. He connects everyday life and Social Emotional Learning skills in his presentation. His message is combined with magic and words. The students learned about how to focus, persevere, and... READ MORE >
Outdoor Education day has been a tradition in Knox County since 1985. The theme of the outdoor education day has remained the same throughout the years, to teach students how to improve, protect and enjoy their environment. There have been many individuals who have contributed to the success of the event over the years. Today the ROE #33 continues the tradition... READ MORE >
Physical Education and Public Speaking aren't always thought of as two subject matters that can go hand in hand. However, Mr. Turner, physical education teacher at Churchill Middle School, has implemented new ways to assess student knowledge in his classes, while also utilizing the K-12 Writing and Public Speaking rubric. With the launch of the K-12 Writing and... READ MORE >
The Galesburg High School Marching Streaks took first place at the Maple Leaf Classic held in Geneseo on Saturday, September 21. Band Director, Andy Empy shared some thoughts on how well the students performed, even under circumstances they were not used to. "The kids continually work hard at every rehearsal and have been exceeding my expectations. Their positive... READ MORE >
Lombard Middle School students from Mrs. Sharp and Mr. Murdock's classes, along with Galesburg High School students from Mrs. Johnson and Ms. Lovdahl's classes attended the Warren County Prime Beef Festival today in Monmouth, Illinois. The students and staff all enjoyed themselves! READ MORE >
Galesburg CUSD #205 receives many requests from community organizations to distribute informational materials to students and parents on a monthly and weekly basis. The "Virtual Backpack" for District 205 is our "eco-friendly" approach to distributing information to students and parents. The Galesburg CUSD #205 Virtual Backpack is an electronic method of working to... READ MORE >
What a great day for a parade! Monday, September 2, the 127th Galesburg Labor Day parade was held. The Galesburg High School Marching Streaks, Gadets and many teachers all participated in the long running parade. READ MORE >
We would like to introduce the new Director of Safety and Security, Mr. Bob Schwartz! I am a father of five, two of which graduated from Galesburg High School (Allison,Mike) two step children (Jayson,Victoria) both graduated from ROWVA High School and step son Cole who attends Williamsfield Schools in the seventh grade. My wife Amy is the office manager for Western... READ MORE >
Executives, athletes and others have discovered the power of having individual coaches. The purpose of instructional coaching at Galesburg CUSD #205 is to increase student achievement by extending the expertise of teachers. Unlike traditional professional development, instructional coaching is personalized to the individual teacher. Coaches partner with teachers... READ MORE >
Join all the fun at Galesburg CUSD #205 Sporting events this year with a student activity pass. Student's may purchase an activity pass by going to the school office. Activity Pass Fees Elementary Student $5.00 Junior High Student $10.00 High School Student $15.00 The activity pass will allow entrance to any Galesburg CUSD #205 Home sporting event.... READ MORE >
In 2016, Breakfast After the Bell legislation was signed into law. Starting in the 2017-2018 school year, Illinois schools with over 70% or more of the student population eligible for free or reduced-price meals must offer Breakfast After the Bell-serving breakfast after the instructional day has officially started. Breakfast in the Classroom FAQDoes Breakfast in... READ MORE >