Things to know for January 8, 2024!


We are so glad to have everyone back in school, but we want to keep everyone healthy. Help us fight against the germs and practice proper handwashing!

Don't forget to dress warm as temperatures continue to drop! You can use layers so you can take off your hoodie if you get warm in school.

Check out the lunch menu for Friday, January 5th, and a fun fact!


We had a great day today, and can't wait to see how the rest of the week goes. Remember to wash your hands with soap, we want you to fight all the yucky bugs! Here is tomorrow's lunch menu and some fun facts!


We can't wait to see you tomorrow!


Hope you are enjoying the break! Here is a reminder of the break schedule. Can't wait to see you back at GBR on January 3, 2024!

Check it out!
Between Wednesday 12/27 and Monday 1/1 GBR PTA gets 20% of your total online purchase at Papa Murphy's with code DONATE.
In order to take part in this fundraiser, you must order online and pick it up in the store.
New Years Eve and pizza!

Last day to come and check out the lost and found and find your lost items!! If you wish to go through the items, please come before 3:45, thank you!


Thank you for spreading some holiday spirit at GBR!

Have a great Winter break! Happy Holidays, we hope you have a wonderful time with your family. Here is a reminder of the dates for winter break. See you January 3, 2024!

Things to know for December 21st, GBR's last day of the semester! Can't wait for all the fun we have planned for tomorrow!



First Grade has been learning about holidays around the world. Yesterday, we traveled to Germany. We learned that Christmas trees originated in Germany and are put up on Christmas Eve. Children do NOT get to help decorate the trees. Instead, they get to decorate gingerbread houses!

Check out the GBR Mid-December Newsletter for break information and other topics!
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Becker/Stolp’s multiage class sharing their genius hour projects from second quarter! Learners were able to choose a topic of interest, research, and create a project to present. Learners were so excited to share their hard work with their families and the students/staff at GBR!



5th &6th Grade Kernel Klub Boys Basketball - Sign-up due by Wednesday, January 3! Practice Dates: January 9-11, 16-18, 23,24,& 30th. Games are on January 25,31, and February 1!

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Help us honor a great staff member at GBR!
The Mitchell School District Classified Staff of the Year (CSOY) Award is an honor given to only one classified staff member at each building throughout the district. All CSOY nominees are outstanding individuals who are dedicated to improving the lives of our students. Any classified staff may be nominated. Classified staff include Librarian, Custodian, Paraeducator/Aide, Food Service, Secretary, Nurse, etc. Please complete your nomination by January 7, 2024.
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Know a great teacher?
Nominate them for GBR Teacher of the Year!
The Mitchell School District Teacher of the (TOY) Award is an honor given to only one certified staff member at each building throughout the district. All TOY nominees are outstanding individuals who are dedicated to improving the education of our students. Any teacher may be nominated. Teachers include classroom, music, art, physical education, title, and special education. Please complete your nomination by January 7th, 2024.
Congratulations to Mr. Grotjohn on his graduation from DWU over the weekend! We're so glad you're in our building. #GBR🏹

Very cool visit from The Journey Museum and their traveling planetarium today. We may have created some future astrophysicists!
Each class enjoyed an up close visit to all the planets in our solar system!
#🌎 #GBR🏹


