For 40 years, the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) has officially designated March for Music In Our Schools Month observance. Join us in celebrating the power of music education and the incredible talent of our own Galion students! We are proud to showcase our amazing band, choir, and musical performances this month. Mark your calendars and come support our talented performers:
Band Concert: Monday, March 10, 6:00 pm.; High School
Choir Concert: Tuesday, March 11, 7:00 pm.; High School doors open at 6:15
Spring Musical: “Momma Mia”; Galion Community Theatre Friday, March 21, 7:00 pm | Saturday, March 22, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm | Sunday, March 23, 1:00 pm.
Second Grade Musical: "Music is in All of Us!", Tuesday, April 8th at 6:30 pm: Mrs. Rowe's, Mrs. Foust's, Mrs. Conner's classes and Tuesday, April 29th at 6:30 pm: Mrs. Maguire, Mrs. Tyrrell, and Ms. Carpenter's classes.
The passion and dedication of our dedicated teachers inspire our students every day! A huge THANK YOU to our music educators who make it all possible:
🎵 Alisha Griffin -K-5 Music
🎤 Cindy Strickler -Grades 6-12 Choir
🎵 Theresa O’Deens -Grades 5-12 Band
🎶 Jessica Hammond -High School/CCP Music
🎭 Felecity Melendez -Theatre Director
Let’s show our appreciation and support for music in our schools. Share your favorite music moments in the comments below! 🎶❤️ #MusicInOurSchools #GalionMusic #SupportTheArts
Reminder that this Friday, March 7, ends the third grading period, and it will be a 2-hour early dismissal. Let’s finish strong, Tigers!
The Tiger trait for March is Balanced. Our hope and goal for balance Tigers is that they make a conscious effort to prioritize and create equilibrium in personal, academic, and emotional demands. These efforts guide them to make healthy choices when dividing their time between academic responsibilities, friends, and family.
Maintaining balance through their ability to organize and self-regulate in daily life develops skills to confront feelings of overwhelmedness and stress as adults.
Our team of bus drivers thank you for doing your part in keeping us all safe while we transport our students to and from school. Complying with the RED STOP sign during loading and unloading, giving us room to make wide turns, and watching your speed around bus stops are all ways you can help us be safe. We appreciate your willingness to follow these guidelines.
Our winter wellness fair is underway. Come join us at the Middle School until 6:00. We have great swag for you!
The Galion City School District will host parent/teacher conferences in each building on Wednesday, Feb. 19th. Don't forget to stop in the Middle School to check out the Winter Wellness Resource Fair from 4:00-6:00. There will be fun, food, information, and prizes! We can't wait to see you there!
The Galion City School District has announced open positions for the 2025-26 school year. See all job postings at galionschools.org/employment and learn more about us at https://bit.ly/gcsspotlight. Apply now and join our fantastic team!
Parent-teacher conferences have been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school office.
The Winter Wellness Fair will remain as scheduled in the Middle School gym from 4:00-6:00. We encourage you to stop by while you are on campus.
February is Love the Bus Month! Join us in celebrating the incredible team of bus drivers and our entire transportation department who safely transport our students. Whether it’s a friendly smile in the morning, ensuring safe travels to athletic events, or their unwavering dedication, our transportation team makes a difference in the lives of our students. Thank you to all those who work on our big yellow buses!
In honor of Presidents' Day, the Galion City School District is closed, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025.
Today, we celebrate National School Resource Officer Day. Thank you to Officer Thomas, who goes above and beyond to keep our schools safe, support our students, and strengthen the relationship between our schools and the Galion Police Department. His dedication to mentorship and protection makes a lasting impact every day.
Thank you to all SROs for all that you do! Drop a comment below to show your appreciation!
Our phone carrier is currently experiencing an outage and we cannot access outside lines. If you need to contact us, please send an email or contact your child's teacher via ROOMS. We will update you as soon as the issue has been resolved.
Good Afternoon Tigers
Here is the message you’ve been waiting for. As you know tomorrow is a scheduled holiday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King so there is no school. In addition, we will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 21 due to the expected extreme temperatures. We will update you regarding Wednesday as early as we can.
I would also like to direct your attention to the Winter edition of our district newsletter which highlights the activities and successes of our first semester. All our newsletters, including ROAR and our GOA programs are located on our website. You can find them at galionschools.org/district-news.
Enjoy your extended weekend and stay safe and warm!
We deeply appreciate the understanding and patience of our families, staff, and community as we navigate through the winter months. The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families remain our highest priorities. Deciding to close schools or implement a two-hour delay is never taken lightly, and it is not an exact science. We recognize that these decisions have significant implications for our entire community.
Several factors must be considered when making a delay or closing decision. Our operations and transportation teams closely monitor weather reports, sheriff’s office advisories, and sometimes the decisions of other area districts. Beginning at 4:00 a.m., our operations team physically drives through parts of the city to assess road conditions firsthand, and we attempt to make a firm decision by 5:45.
Another critical factor is the timing of inclement weather. The superintendent and operations team communicated this morning at 5:30 a.m. and the conditions appeared manageable. We did not experience snow drifts or ice that more rural districts faced. Our buses begin their routes at 6:00 a.m. However, the sheriff’s office issued an advisory at 7:44 a.m., after buses were already on the road. Attempting to delay or cancel school once students and staff are en route poses a greater safety concern.
Safety remains our guiding principle, and we also consider the broader impact of school closures on our community. For many students, school is a place for learning and a source of nutrition, providing both breakfast and lunch. When schools close, some children lose access to these essential meals, a reality that heavily influences our decision-making process.
As we move through the Ohio winter season, it is vital that all students are dressed for the weather. If students need outerwear or other clothing, please contact your school’s office, as some items are on hand. A decision about Tuesday’s subzero temperatures will be made over the weekend and communicated as early as possible.
Thank you again for your understanding and flexibility.
The Galion City School District in partnership with the ROAR program, are excited to announce the first Winter Wellness Fair, Wednesday, February 19, 2025, from 4PM-6PM at the Middle School. There will be games for the whole family, inflatables, food. Community Partners will share information about their upcoming programs. Let's kick the winter blues and get out of the house, meet some friends, and see some of the great things that are coming up in Galion and the surrounding area. This event is open to the public and completely free!
Mark you calendars. Hope you'll join us!
Tonight's Girls Basketball vs. Pleasant has just been cancelled due to the weather.
The game will be rescheduled at a later date.
This month, we honor the incredible dedication, leadership, and service of our Board of Education members. Dennis Long member since 2008, Mike Mateer member since 2017; Melissa Miller member since 2020; Christi Eckert member since 2024 and Kirsten Geyer member since 2024. Their commitment to making decisions that shape the future of our schools and community is truly inspiring.
Let's take a moment to thank these dedicated leaders for their vision, guidance, and countless hours of effort to support our students, teachers, and staff.
Join us in celebrating and showing appreciation for their unwavering support and dedication to education. Drop a comment below to share your gratitude!
Good Morning, We apologize for the late notice but we will be closed today due to a water main break in the city. Pioneer and all other transported students will still report to school and There is a water boil advisory in effect. Have a great weekend,
The Galion City Schools Food Service Director position is available due to the promotion of Shannon King to Treasurer. This position will begin full-time on June 1, 2025, working with Ms. King during a transition period until August 1, 2025. The successful candidate will have fluency in or willingness to learn the following software programs: Pay Schools, HealthePro, or other nutrition planning platforms. In addition, the successful candidate will have familiarity with the following Federal programs: the School Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program, After School Snack, Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), and summer meal delivery.
The Food Service Director is a collaborative, creative, dynamic, and thoughtful leader who works to fulfill the mission and vision of the Galion City School District. They are a strategic thinker and a proactive leader who models strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills and is willing to have a hands-on approach in schools, kitchens, and cafeterias. They have an unwavering commitment and energy to support the nutritional needs of our students so they can fully experience high-quality learning. The salary and benefits package will be regionally competitive and commensurate with experience.
Send resume and letter of interest to human.resources@galionschools.org and see all details at galionschools.org/employment
At Galion City Schools, we believe strong relationships are the foundation of our schools. As part of our restorative practices, we emphasize proactive community building. Proactive community building looks like morning circles, team-building activities, celebrating diversity, and regular check-ins. Community building matters because it creates a sense of belonging for every student and builds trust between students and staff.
