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On behalf of the Galva Elementary Family, I would like to welcome Mrs. Ford as Galva's new PreK Teacher for the 2023-2024 School Year!
#WildcatNation
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ATTENTION JH AND HS CROSS COUNTRY: There will be an informational meeting Monday August 7th at 5:30 pm under the canopy. Practice will begin for both teams on Tuesday August 8th at 5:00 pm. Reminder that all athletes MUST have a physical on file with the school and their concussion test complete BEFORE they can practice. Athletes not meeting these requirements are welcome to come to the meeting and attend practice when the requirements have been fulfilled. Looking forward to seeing you! Coach McMeekan (Kuenneth)
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Hello Wildcat Athletes: Concussion testing continues Monday, August 7th from 8 AM - 10 AM for those athletes who still need testing. Please go to the Elementary School Monday to take your baseline concussion test. Testing takes between 30-45 minutes. Buzz in at the main office door. Athletes will not be able to practice on Monday if this testing isn't completed. If you have questions please reach out to Nurse West:kwest@galva224.org
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Good morning Wildcat nation. Due to the rain the JH softball meet in Henry has been canceled.
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ATTENTION JH AND HS CROSS COUNTRY: There will be an informational meeting Monday August 7th at 5:30 pm under the canopy. Practice will begin for both teams on Tuesday August 8th at 5:00 pm. Reminder that all of you athletes MUST have a physical on file with the school and their concussion test complete BEFORE you can practice. Athletes not meeting these requirements you are welcome to come to the meeting and attend practice when the requirements have been fulfilled. Looking forward to seeing you! Coach McMeekan (Kuenneth)
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🥎 The JH Softball team is in action at home again this afternoon against Princeville! Come on out to the Galva Park District! #WildcatNation
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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences
U Illinois Extension
Farm in the Park, Galva, IL
Event Date August 8, 2023
Event Time 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Veteran's Park
For more info:
https://extension.illinois.edu/events/2023-08-08-farm-park-galva-il
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Hello Wildcat Athletes: If you plan to participate in a sport this year, including cheer and dance, please make plans for concussion testing tomorrow August 3rd from 8:00 am until 7:00 pm. Concussion testing MUST be completed prior to your season starting. Please go to the Elementary School tomorrow between 8:00 am and 7:00 pm to take your baseline concussion test. Testing takes between 30-45 minutes. Buzz in at the main office door. Athletes will not be able to practice on Monday if this testing isn't completed. If you have questions please reach out to Nurse West:kwest@galva224.org
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🥎 JH Softball Season Opener TODAY at 4:30 PM at the Galva Park District vs A/W
#GalvaProud #WildcatNation
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Please see the attached infographic for Elementary School start dates and dismissal schedules
-Principal Norway
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Please join us! Plan to bring ALL required health forms
#GalvaProud #WildcatNation
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On behalf of Galva Elementary, I am so excited to see our Mobile App go live. Please download the App and check out the instructional video for directions. This will be the best source for all news and updates at Galva Elementary and throughout District 224!
https://youtu.be/l88NhCKqXG4
-Principal Norway
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Wildcat Nation:
It's August! The Galva Elementary Office will be open at the following times prior to our regular schedule
Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM through August 16, 2023
CLOSED Friday, August 4, 2023
CLOSED Friday, August 11, 2023
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We're thrilled to announce the new app for Galva CUSD! It's
everything Galva CUSD, in your pocket.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/4584Y2T
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3Otx4A9
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Good Morning Wildcat Nation,
Each year, Galva Elementary has a need for certain clothing items for our students most in need. This year, Nurse West is seeking the following items:
Most in need of Sweatpants (any colors) in the sizes Youth Small, Youth Medium, & Youth Large
Somewhat in need of Sweatpants (any colors) in the sizes Adult Small, Adult Medium
If you have any of these gently used items or would be willing to donate, please drop them off at the Galva Elementary School Office starting on August 1, Monday-Thursday between 8:00 am and 3:30 PM. Thank you so much for your help and support of our students!
-Principal Norway
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⛳️🏌️♀️🏌️♂️Golf practices will start Monday 8/7 @ 4 pm at Midland. Students need to be sure their sports physical is up to date and that they have completed the concussion testing. There will be a short parents meeting at approximately 4:15pm 8/7 at Midland
Coach Boston
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Congrats to Chloe, winner of the Illinois FFA Alumni Scholarship. She will be attending the 2023 Illinois FFA Camp this week. This happy camper will be learning new things and meeting new friends!
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Good Morning,
This is a reminder of tonight's JH Baseball Meeting for interested players and parents. Please meet at the Galva Park District picnic tables near the baseball diamond at 5:00 PM
Thank you,
Coach White
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Galva Elementary,
A few friendly registration reminders:
1. Returning students may now register for the 23-24 school year! Login to PowerSchool, click Forms, and update necessary information! Email Mrs. Norway with any questions at amandanorway@galva224.org
2. New students please go to www.galva224.org and click on "Student Registration." Complete the pre-registration from there. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Norway
3. Please use the link below to access Elementary Classroom Supply Lists
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E1cemAFEwJKYoU2rg3eAVW84Vg-hYWL1-F-crCfWktw/edit
-Mr. Norway
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Returning students may now register for the 23-24 school year! Login to PowerSchool, click Forms, and update necessary information! Email Mrs. Norway with any questions: amandanorway@galva224.org