Veterans from the American Legion spent time in our 8th grade social studies classes on November 9!
This is a tradition that proves to be powerful to students, giving them an opportunity to speak with service members on their experiences. This year, veterans from the Gulf War, Vietnam War, and Korean Conflict were present. We wish to thank all veterans for serving our country!
Grantsburg Track and Field is looking for a head Girls' coach starting this Spring season! Please consider sharing your leadership and expertise in assisting our girls' team achieve the success they deserve! Work together with our Head Boys' Coach, Brad Nelson, and a number of assistant coaches specializing in running and field events. It's a great coaching team to be a part of! Contact Addison Czeck, AD, today! Check out link for posting: https://5il.co/299pk
GMS 6th-8th graders enjoyed a special pirate-themed escape room this Halloween, as hallways were transformed into various rooms on a ship! 🏴☠️#GoGrantsburgPirates
GMS Student Council and Hope Squad promoted Red Ribbon Week in October!
Red Ribbon Week inspires kids to be happy, healthy, and drug free. Members spoke on the topic at an all-student assembly, engaged their peers in activities to pledge to be drug free, and wore a red ribbon throughout the week. 🏴☠️#GoGrantsburgPirates
7th grade students learned about economic concepts related to goods and services by creating their own “Shark Tank”-worthy idea.
Students planned and prepared a unique product or service to sell and pitched the idea to their classmates. 🏴☠️#GoGrantsburgPirates
8th grade ELA STEAM students engaged in a cross-curricular learning exercise. Students practiced essential reading and writing skills while working through a rocket engineering lab. 🚀
Students learned about the Space Race, studied Hidden Figures, and launched their own bottle rockets. 🏴☠️#GoGrantsburgPirates
Love Basketball?? So do a motivated group of Grade 7 girls excited to hit the floor this basketball season! We are looking for just the right person to coach these young ladies to victory this season! Grab a whistle and contact Addison Czeck, AD today! Check out this link for more information: https://5il.co/28lh8 Come join our team!
You might be just the person we are looking for! To make a difference in the lives of our students! We are looking for the right individual to apply for a Full-Time SPED Aide position here at our Middle School. Check out our link here for more information: https://5il.co/23f52 Contact Mr. Wallce today!
Community Bank President Ted Gerber spoke with our 7th graders about his entrepreneurial experience. He shared his thoughts on the risks and rewards of operating a business and candidly answered questions from his audience.
Thank you, Mr. Gerber, for your time and mentorship!
Grantsburg Community Education is offering a DNR Snowmobile Safety course! The two-day course is available to anyone 11 and older. ❄️
Classes will be held at the Grantsburg High School Library on November 4-5, 8:30am to 12:30pm.
Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/44Se2Ir
A properly fitted backpack can make a big difference in a child's comfort and overall health.
Join us this Backpack Awareness Month as we focus on backpack safety and wellbeing for our students! We encourage parents and caregivers to check the weight, fit, and size of their child's backpacks to help prevent discomfort and promote healthy posture.
🏴☠️#GoGrantsburgPirates
Looking for something fun to do with the family this week? Check out our online Activities Events Calendar!
Our competitions and events are a great way to join with our families and community members while supporting our students.
View full schedule: https://www.gk12.net/events
Happy first day of school!
Whether you're a new student exploring our halls for the first time or returning for another year of learning, remember that each day is a chance to connect, grow, and make new friends.
Have a great year, everyone! 🌟
We're thrilled to share the new mobile app for the Grantsburg School District! Get everything you need to stay connected and receive important updates from our schools.
Download for Android users: https://bit.ly/42bNl07
Download for iPhone users: https://aptg.co/jCKpkT
Does your student qualify for free or reduced school meals? Find out by filling out the application today. For any questions, please contact your student’s school office.
We encourage families to apply, even if they’re unsure if they will qualify. Find the application here: https://dpi.wi.gov/school-nutrition/program-requirements/free-reduced-meal-eligibility/applications
Our 4th and 5th graders performed in their Spring Concert. There were a number of soloists from both grades selected to perform important lines in each song. Congratulations to all these fine young musicians!
5th Graders Complete AODA Prevention Course
Fifth-grade students from GMS completed the annual Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (AODA) prevention course presented by the Burnett County Health and Human Services department. The course is designed to help students avoid or minimize future problems related to alcohol and other drug use, while intervention programs are designed to help students who are already experiencing these issues.
Students were especially excited for the informational visit from Grantsburg Police Chief Mitch Olson and Burnett County Deputy Sheriff Bailey Mangen—along with their K9s, Tracker and Croix!
A special thank you goes to Amanda Leckel from Burnett County Health and Human Services for instructing the course.
7th & 8th Graders Enjoy a Day at St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Seventh- and eighth-grade students enjoyed an educational and fun day in nature at the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. Students worked through a cycle of stations, which ranged from fishing and river mucking to games of capture the flag and nine-square volleyball.
Several special guests joined GMS to add additional enrichment opportunities. Adriana Addison led a survivalist station that included building temporary shelters. John Bosak presented “Sweets from Trees,” where students enjoyed maple root beer and maple creams while they enjoyed John’s discussion on maple syrup.
A special thanks goes to the Crex Education Center for bringing owl pellets for students to dissect. The day was packed with engaging presentations and hands-on activities that kept students engaged in nature!
GMS Students Assist with Groundskeeping at Memory Lake
Grantsburg Middle School 5th and 6th grade students participated in a community service effort under the guidance of the village groundskeeping crew. Students helped with spreading mulch and touching up paint at Memory Lake and the cemetery.
They did a terrific job getting the park ready for a busy summer season!
