So excited for you to hear the episode released today. We talk with our Instructional Coaches about the support they provide to ALL teachers. Over 80% of GCSD teachers have OPTED-IN to work with a coach already this year. Coaches help teachers help students and all benefit
Let's give a big shout-out to our exceptional food service department for providing delicious cupcakes at the SolutionTree National Model PLC District recognition event! Huge thanks to Terry M. and the incredible Food Service team for their hard work and dedication! Go Rams!
As we get ready to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, we're inviting everyone to share their Teacher shoutouts! Whether through a heartfelt video or a brief caption with a photo, we encourage you to recognize your favorite teacher/s. Simply scan the QR code provided in this post to access a Google form where you can submit your shoutout. This is open to all – current students, alumni, parents, community members, and anyone else who wishes to express their gratitude! Please have all shoutouts submitted by Monday April 29th!
🎉📚 The Glenwood Community School District has been recognized by Solution Tree as a Model Professional Learning Community at Work, joining a select group of approximately 600 schools and districts across the US and Canada. 🌟 Recognized for our commitment to the Professional Learning Communities at Work process, our district has seen significant improvements in student achievement through the implementation of the PLC process. This distinction places Glenwood Community School District among the top-performing districts nationwide, reflecting our steadfast commitment to evidence-based practices that enhance student learning. The rigorous selection criteria for this recognition include a demonstrated commitment to PLC concepts, implementation of these principles for at least three years, and tangible evidence of improved student learning outcomes. We are proud to be acknowledged for our sustained dedication to helping all students achieve at high levels. As a recognized model PLC school, we are excited to share our strategies and success stories with educators worldwide, empowering others to create schools where every child thrives. Our heartfelt thanks to Solution Tree for their ongoing support in our mission to foster excellence in education. Kudos to our educators, teams, and administration for their dedication! 🏆 #PLCRecognition #StudentAchievement #EducationExcellence 💡
West Elementary School Buy One, Get One Free Book Fair is OPEN to the community on Monday, April 15th, 8:00-3:30 and Thursday, April 18th, 3:30-7:00!!! Come stock up on books for summer reading adventures!!! Students shop during school April 16-19.
Principal Heidi Stanley hops on the podcast for a second time this week to talk good things going on at the middle school. You can find the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.
Welcome Naomi!
📚 Happy National Librarian Day! 🌟 Let's celebrate the librarians who inspire curiosity, fuel imaginations, and open doors to endless worlds through the magic of books. Thank you for your dedication to learning and the joy of reading! 📖💫 #NationalLibrarianDay #KnowledgeIsPower
This week Supt Embray makes his second visit and highlights recent testing success and shouts out Dan Schoening. Find the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.
Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Today, and every day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our incredible paraprofessionals. Your unwavering care and support play an invaluable role in our students' lives and the smooth operation of our district. Your dedication and compassion are truly unmatched, and we are deeply grateful for the tireless efforts you put forth each day. Thank you for your exceptional commitment to our students' success!
Excited to introduce everyone to the new asst principal at the HS (in 24-25), Jeremy Stukenholtz on the latest episode.
🎨 We're thrilled to share that Glenwood has three national winners in the Fraternal Order of Eagles Grand Aerie Children’s Art Contest, represented by Glenwood Iowa Eagles 3784! 🏆 Huge congratulations to our talented young artists! Let's celebrate Grace Whigham's 1st place win for "Parrot" from West Elementary, Xenia Hernandez's 3rd place win for "Snakes" & Jezebel Nord's 4th place win for "Joker" from the Middle School! 🥳👏 Check out their amazing artwork along with the rest of the winner's artwork at https://www.foe.com/Programs/Childrens-Art-Contest! #ChildrensArtContest #CommunityPride
Bus Driver's and Activity Driver's NEEDED! Apply now at www.glenwoodschools.org/careers/ or call the Transportation office at 712-527-4116!
67 of our talented and gifted (TAG) students from third to eighth grade embarked on an unforgettable field trip to the Strategic Air Command Aerospace Museum in Ashland, NE with Mrs. Langille and Mrs. Tallman! 🚀 It was an exhilarating STEM adventure filled with hands-on learning opportunities. From exploring Leonardo da Vinci's contributions to science and engineering to delving into the wonders of space and aviation, every moment was filled with excitement and discovery. 🌌✈️ #STEMeducation #FieldTripFun #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #LearningIsAdventure
Just realized our latest episode didn't publish on Wed. as expected, sorry about that. We have it all loaded up now, so drop in to hear @GlenwoodRams HSAD Jeff Bissen recap the winter season and look toward a busy spring.
Congratulations to our Transportation Department! Another flawless State Vehicle Inspection is in the books! 🚗💨 Proud to announce that for the 5th consecutive time, we've aced it with zero deficiencies, out of service issues, or even a light bulb change needed! 🎉 Massive shoutout to our incredible staff whose dedication and pride make achievements like this possible. Your hard work and efforts truly speak volumes about the pride you take in your work at GCSD! 👏 If you see any of our amazing team members around, be sure to give them a well-deserved pat on the back! 🏆 Thank you all for your continued dedication to our district! Let's keep up the great work! 💪 #TeamGCSD #Transportation
Congratulations to our very own Glenwood TeamMates for their 100th match!
Bus Driver's and Activity Driver's NEEDED! Apply now at www.glenwoodschools.org/careers/ or call the Transportation office at 712-527-4116!
We’re wishing all our students and families a very happy and lucky St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️
During Youth Art Month, we’re celebrating our talented students and the instructors who help them explore their creativity! 🎨
Through the arts, students learn how to think critically and find creative ways to approach challenges. This benefits them in many ways and across all academic areas!
