Grand Island Public Schools

It's about honoring our commitment to our students and our community.

Matt Fisher, GIPS Superintendent, and Virgil Harden, GIPS CFO, join The GIPS Cast again to share an in-depth look at the 2024-25 district budget.

The conversation includes:

🟣 Nearly 80% of the general fund is dedicated to our staff.
🟣 Why GIPS will lower its tax levy for the second-straight year.
🟣 Why school budgeting looks different year to year.

Listen to the latest episode of The GIPS Cast on the district website or your favorite podcast platform!

🔗 - https://trst.in/DTWAc2
🍎 - https://trst.in/xDKoBg
🟢 - https://trst.in/yw77iu

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“It's awesome because we can remind and relate what they learned here at the fair to what we’re doing in the classroom."

Hear how the annual 3rd Grade field trip to the Nebraska State Fair transformed learning for Engleman Elementary & Jefferson Elementary students.

READ + WATCH: https://trst.in/weg5Id

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I am a FUTURE TEACHER.

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Khaisen is more than a 5th Grader at Seedling Mile Elementary — he's a scholar who enjoys math and wants to be a teacher when he grows up.

We'll share more of Khaisen's story this week!

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🎟️ TICKETS ON SALE 🎟️

Tickets for the GISH Fall Musical "The Little Mermaid" are now available!

Reserve your tickets for the can't miss Disney production at the link below.

🎟️ - https://trst.in/5J4xf7

A special thank you to Tom Dinsdale Automotive for sponsoring the musical!

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Join us as we venture "under the sea"!

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Happy Monday! ☀️

📌 GIPS BOARD VACANCY 📌

Due to a recent Board member resignation, the GIPS Board of Education has opening for Ward C.

Our Board is encouraging community members to consider this volunteer position in support of public education and the students of Grand Island Public Schools.

Patrons interested in being considered for the appointment must be:

🟣 - 18 years or older
🟣 - Resident of the school district
🟣 - Reside in Ward C
🟣 - Qualified registered voter
🟣 - Willing to serve from September 2024 - December 2026

Deadline to apply is TOMORROW (September 9th) at 4:00 p.m.

Application materials are at the link below.

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MATERIALS: https://trst.in/SodAWK

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If you have questions, please reach out to the GIPS District Office.

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"At the root of everything, I just want to make an impact on your student and help them become an educated and passionate human being."

Mrs. Moline is more than just a 4th Grade Teacher — she's a lifelong learner.

Catch her story at the video linked below!

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We Are GIPS - Valerie Moline, 4th Grade Teacher "At the root of everything, I just want to make an impact on your student and help them become an educated and passionate human being." Mrs. Moline is more t...

Nothing like Friday night at Memorial Stadium.

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Congratulations to this week's GIPS Staff Shoutout: Ellie Petersen, Math Teacher at Westridge Middle School!

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Here are what her nominations from fellow educators said:

"Ellie Petersen has been a ray of light at Westridge. One of the most organized people in the school, maybe even the district, she takes it upon herself to help her fellow teachers along with planning some amazing Math lessons with her students. Along with all of that she helps with curriculum and building district wide material that is presented. She is a teacher and leader to the district, but most importantly she is a friend to her colleagues."

"Ellie Petersen is an incredible person. She keeps our 6th Grade Team organized and updated at Westridge. Not only does she do amazing work for our team, she is on several committees for our school and the district. She works tirelessly developing presentations that make our school and district look great."

Keep it up, Ellie!

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Grand Island vs Kearney — TONIGHT

See you there! 🌴 🏈

🏈 GAME DAY 🏈

Let's pack Memorial Stadium tonight as the Islanders face-off against rival Kearney on the gridiron!

🗓️ - Tonight - Sept. 6th
🕖️ - Kick-Off 7:00 p.m.
📍 - GISH Memorial Stadium
🎟️ - https://gofan.co/app/school/NE18517

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And don't forget — GISH Cheer & the Islandaires will be leading a Motorcycle Pom Parade at 5:30 starting at the GISH Northwest Parking Lot.

LET'S GO ISLANDERS

"My students inspire me to be very creative.

I like to make learning fun... I try to make learning as engaging and game-like as possible.

They also really help me reflect and think about different perspectives."

Mrs. Moline is a 4th Grade Teacher at Seedling Mile Elementary and models lifelong learning for her students.

This is what fuels her.

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Seedling Mile Elementary

"Make something smol mean something big."

Esther Silva, GISH Senior, has launched a successful business thru the GISH Entrepreneurship Pathway!

Her goal: Make a difference by spreading happiness.

Read the full story of Esther's business, 'Something Smol', at the link below.

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READ: https://trst.in/aQD3nq

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Grand Island Senior High | GROW Nebraska

Islanders — Don't miss the upcoming GISH Student Volunteer Fair!

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GISH GearUp will be hosting a volunteer fair showcasing opportunities from numerous community organizations. Volunteering not only helps our community but also strengthens your college and scholarship applications!

🗓️ - September 25th
🕖️ - 11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
📍 - GISH West Gym Fyer

Thank you to, Willow Rising, YWCA of Grand Island, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centra NE, Conservation Nebraska, Heartland CASA, Hope Harbor, EPIC Discovery Center, First Light Child Advocacy Center, and all the community partners who'll be there.

Be sure to stop by!

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We 💜 This.

Thank you, Boone & Officer Noel, for bringing joy to our students across the district!

“Wear purple, be gold. Every day I think about the tradition and the people who have been here before that have made this place the amazing building, school, that it is. And I just love that. I’m excited to be one of those people.”

An inside look into Mr. Hubbard's approach to education and and first weeks serving as Principal at Grand Island Senior High.

Catch the article linked below!

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| The Grand Island Independent

Calvin Hubbard settling in to executive principal role at Grand Island Senior High A familiar face to the Grand Island Public Schools family has taken over the reins at Grand Island Senior High as executive principal.

"I want you to love learning when you leave my class."

Mr. Madison, U.S. History Teacher at Walnut Middle School, shares his passion for bringing history to life for his student, the D.C. Diplomats program, and receiving the Middle School Teacher of the Year Award.

Catch the latest episode of The GIPS Cast!

🍎 - https://trst.in/BECbFa
🟢 - https://trst.in/PRXEz9
🔗 - https://trst.in/1JZPkZ

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📌 GIPS BOARD VACANCY 📌

Due to a recent Board member resignation, the GIPS Board of Education has opening for Ward C.

Our Board is encouraging community members to consider this volunteer position in support of public education and the students of Grand Island Public Schools.

Patrons interested in being considered for the appointment must be:

🟣 - 18 years or older
🟣 - Resident of the school district
🟣 - Reside in Ward C
🟣 - Qualified registered voter
🟣 - Willing to serve from September 2024 - December 2026

Deadline to apply is September 9th at 4:00 p.m.

Application materials are at the link below.

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MATERIALS: https://trst.in/SodAWK

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If you have questions, please reach out to the GIPS District Office.

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Don't miss the Islanders at home this week!

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I am ALWAYS LEARNING

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Valerie Moline is more than a 4th Grade Teacher.

At Seedling Mile Elementary, Mrs. Moline is committed to cultivating an environment of learning and creativity.

She believes in the power of being a lifelong learner.

A proud public educator.

We'll more of Mrs. Moline's story this week!

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Happy Labor Day!

Friendly reminder that all students will return to school tomorrow, Tuesday, September 3rd.

PRE-SCHOOL: 7:50 a.m. & Noon start times
ELEMENTARY: 8:00 a.m. start time
MIDDLE SCHOOL: 8:15 a.m. start time
GISH: 8:05 a.m. start time

See you tomorrow, scholars!