Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary

🌟 Our October Newsletter is here! 🍂✨ Dive in to see what’s happening this month at GBR.

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🏐 Kernel Klub Volleyball is almost here!
Practices begin on October 8, and all students must be registered by October 6. More dates and details can be found in the attached image. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Luke Norden, Kernel Klub Coordinator, at luke.norden@k12.sd.us 🏐

Please sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/19LMjr6BeRl0809CDWLUtCHQEbEjEmunLbVY31ZWfXcA/viewform?edit_requested=true

The book fair is coming soon! Mark your calendars for October 19 - 24.

Questions? Contact tarilynn.gerlach@k12.sd.us

Happy Homecoming Week!

GBR loves the Kernels, and we wish all teams and activities well as they compete this week!

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Don't forget - Homecoming Week begins on Monday!

Mitchell’s Homecoming Week is coming up September 22–26! We’re excited to see our students show their school spirit throughout the week. Check out the attached image for GBR dress-up days, and don’t forget—Thursday, September 25 is also conference night.

Please see the attached image for information about our school store opening THIS Friday, September 12!

Say hello to our 2025-2026 GBR Student Council members! We are proud to have you as the leaders of our school!

Back Row (L-R) Mrs. Kapfer (Advisor), Kylie, Sibyl, Derringer, Max, Malaya, Ainsley
Front Row (L - R) Ella, Vivienne, Hally, Marcus, Lakynn, Berklie

The Caring Kernel Award is presented each month to students nominated by their teachers for going above and beyond. Recipients are recognized for their kindness at school or in the community, their true Kernel spirit, positive attitude, outstanding sportsmanship at school events, and their ability to overcome challenges at school or at home.

The August 2025 student recipients are:
K: Toby
1: Jocelyn
2: Eva
3: Charlie
4: Eleanore
5: Thorunn

Thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Mitchell for sponsoring this honor!

Thank you for the wonderful idea and beautiful poster, 4F!

GBR - please wear red, white, and blue tomorrow to honor the heroes who were at the Twin Towers and on Flight 93 on September 11, 2001.

The GBR Merch Store closes on Wednesday, September 10! Don't miss out on your chance to show your GBR pride.

🛒 Shop here: https://stores.inksoft.com/gertie_belle_rogers/shop/home

GBR Families—Parkapalooza is here! 🎉

Check out Mr. Borgan’s video to learn more: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PaFzOeTmlEflrV3ZhkcAemCCKaxPa9Z_/view?usp=sharing

Head outside, soak up the sunshine, and enjoy time together as a family! After you visit this month’s park, we’d love to see your photos. Share them in the comments on our GBR Facebook post here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1HCRooREFR/

If you don’t use Facebook, you can also email your photo to jeremy.borgan@k12.sd.us

Have fun playing! 🌳✨

GBR 5th Grade Families – Starting Monday, September 8, your student is invited to join Kernel Klub Cross Country! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Check out the attached flyer for full details.

Questions? Contact luke.norden@k12.sd.us

🎉 The Kernel Bowl is happening this Saturday, September 6! 🎉

There are tons of fun opportunities for students and families to join in. Check out the attached photos for all the details on how you can get involved.

Go Kernels! 🏈✨

GBR Fall picture day is scheduled for Friday, September 12, 2025!

Order forms were sent home on Friday, August 29. You may also order electronically - visit https://marks.hhimagehost.com/V2/Home/LoginConsumer?EK=309944 to place orders online.

Does your 3rd–5th grade student want the chance to sing the National Anthem at the Kernel Bowl this Saturday? Please read the attached graphic more information!

🌟Stay in the know! Read our September Newsletter here: https://secure.smore.com/n/vxg3q0

Reminder: There will be no school tomorrow, Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day!

The GBR Merch Store is open now through September 10! 🎉

Choose from sizes youth small to adult 3XL in a wide variety of colors. We can’t wait to see how you show off your Golden Arrow Pride!

🛒 Shop here: https://stores.inksoft.com/gertie_belle_rogers/shop/home

Check out the Kernel Bowl Free Throw Contest! 🏀🤩