In continuing to share how we use Restorative Practice at Galion City Schools, today we focus on restorative questions. These are questions designed to help students reflect on their feelings and the impact of their actions on others. Restorative questions encourage emotional awareness and promote constructive dialogue, especially during conflicts or misunderstandings. Some examples are: “How did that situation make you feel?” “How do you think your actions affect others?”
The Galion City School District is, once again, pleased to host the Second Harvest Food Pantry on November 25th. In preparation for the expected increased attendance and demand for turkeys, pre-registration is required. Those who have not pre-registered will be asked to wait until the end of the line. We also kindly ask that attendees refrain from arriving before 3:30 p.m. to reduce traffic during school dismissal. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to seeing you and hope this helps you and your families enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday.
Today, we honor and thank all veterans for their service and sacrifice. In our district, over 135 students have parents/guardians who are currently serving in active duty or are veterans. Additionally, many more students have siblings and extended family members who serve or have served in the military. We are deeply grateful for their dedication and the sacrifices they make for our country. Happy Veterans Day!
To the Galion Community,
While we are disappointed that the permanent improvement levy did not pass, we want to express our sincere gratitude to those who supported our efforts. We understand that these decisions are not easy, and we respect the will of the voters.
Our priority remains the education and well-being of our students, and we will continue to work with the resources we have to provide them with a safe and positive learning environment. However, the need for facility improvements and upgrades remains, and we will have to assess how best to address these needs moving forward.
As a district, we are committed to transparency and collaboration. We will seek feedback from the community to better understand the concerns that led to this outcome and continue to explore all options for ensuring our schools remain places where students can thrive.
Thank you again to everyone who engaged in this process. We are grateful for your continued support of our schools and remain focused on our shared goal of providing a high-quality education for all of our students.
Sincerely,
Jeff Hartmann
Superintendent
Classes resume on Wednesday, November 6th. We hope you have enjoyed the extra long weekend and are ready to come back to school. See you tomorrow!
The Portrait of a Tiger trait for November is Self-Disciplined.
Galion Tigers are self-disciplined, remaining ambitious and driven toward their goals. By engaging in positive and proactive behaviors, Galion Tigers demonstrate their ability to persevere through challenges and pursue a sound moral compass.
Being self-disciplined allows our Tigers to set and achieve goals in and out of the classroom.
Selected students and staff members who demonstrate this trait will be recognized at the November 19th Board of Education meeting. The meeting will be held at 6:30 in the Galion Middle School Media Center.
During the October 29th Town Hall Meeting, the Galion City School District recorded short videos to answer questions regarding Issue 14. This is a permanent improvement levy that is on the November 5th ballot. The Galion City Schools Issue 14 Playlist is available on YouTube and can be accessed from galionschools.org/levyfacts. Watch these videos to learn about how this issue impacts our campus and more importantly, the safety and well being of our students and staff.
UPDATED POST: Who is ready for a long weekend?. This is a reminder that there is NO SCHOOL November 1-5. We may not be in school, but there are several things happening on our campus.
Our teachers will be participating in professional development and holding Parent/Teachers conferences on Nov. 4 & 7th. Be sure to contact your school office to request a conference if you still need one. Also, remember that November 5th is Election Day! Be sure to check out galionschools.org/levyfacts for more information.
Who is ready for a long weekend? This is a reminder that there is NO SCHOOL November 1-5. We may not be in school, but there are several things happening on our campus.
Our teachers will be participating in professional development and holding Parent/Teachers conferences on Nov. 4 & 7th. Be sure to contact your school office to request a conference if you still need one. Also, remember that November 5th is Election Day! Be sure to check out galionschools.org/levyfacts for more information.
Join our panel of experts to get all the facts regarding ISSUE 14.
Superintendent Jeff Hartmann, Treasurer Charlene Parkinson, and Chief of Operations Brian Owens will be in the Galion High School Library from 6:00-7:00 on Tuesday, October 29th to answer any questions you have. For more information about this permanent improvement levy visit galionschools.org/levyfacts.
At Galion City Schools, we believe in using restorative practices; strategies used to foster a supportive environment in our schools. Instead of traditional disciplinary methods that often involve punishment, restorative practices emphasize building relationships, accountability, restoration, and empowerment. These practices benefit students by improving staff and student relationships, enhancing their emotional skills, and creating a better school climate. At Galion City Schools, we believe in using restorative circles, affective statements, and affective questions in our classrooms and throughout the district. In the weeks ahead we will be sharing information about restorative practices and how we are using it in our classrooms to build a strong community.
Check us out! https://youtu.be/3QeLd7CtT6Q
Thanks to New Day Creative and Haring Realty for making this fabulous video showcasing the Galion City School District. Our website is another great place to learn more about us. galionschools.org
October 21-25 is Bus Safety Week! The transportation team at Galion City Schools plays a HUGE role in keeping our students safe! This week highlights the importance of bus rider safety, bus evacuations, and emergency plans while on the bus.
Here are some amazing facts about our transportation team:
~Our dedicated team includes 11 school bus drivers and two van drivers, ensuring safe transport not only to Galion, but also to Bucyrus, Crestline, Cardington, Mansfield, and Shelby.
~GCS travels nearly 1,000 miles daily
~GCS transports almost 1,100 students—twice a day!
~GCS buses have provided transportation for 170 educational and athletic events so far this year!
Let’s all be on the lookout for the big YELLOW bus and show our drivers courtesy and gratitude for their hard work and dedication!
🚌💛 #BusSafetyWeek #GCSafety #ThankYouDrivers #BigYellowBus
The Galion City School District is seeking to hire a substitute Speech/Language Pathologist to work with our Intermediate and Middle School students. This position will begin February 1, 2025 and continue through the end of the school year. Interested applicants should send resume and letter of interest to human.resources@galonschools.org.
The next Drive-Thru Mobile Pantry in Galion will be October 29 from 4:00-5:30. Pre Registration is preferred.
Then for those looking ahead and planning for Thanksgiving, please note there is a schedule change. The new date is November 25th. To better serve everyone and accommodate a larger crowd, pre-registration is REQUIRED. Don't miss this opportunity to receive support! Register here:
https://freshtrak.com/register/event/285889
Reminder to all families that this Friday, October 11, marks the end of our first grading period. With that comes a two-hour early dismissal of students. This time allows our teachers to have some valuable work time to wrap up the quarter.
You are all invited back at 7:00 to Unckrich Stadium in Heise Park to cheer on our Tigers as they take on Pleasant Spartans and see our Homecoming King & Queen announcement. See you at the game! Go Tigers!
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month and today October 8th is International Dyslexia Day.
In keeping in line with Ohio law, Galion teachers have been receiving specialized training to better support students with dyslexia. This is a crucial step in ensuring every child gets the help they need to succeed.
There are many myths surrounding dyslexia, like the idea that it’s tied to vision problems and reversing letters. In reality, dyslexia is a common learning difference that affects the way the brain processes language. Throughout the remainder of the month, we will share more information about dyslexia to help increase awareness and help separate myths from facts.
We heard your feedback and have adjusted the time for the Superintendent Series: Talk About Galion Schools. Dr. Hartmann will be at the YMCA from 6:00-7:00 to have informal conversations. Feel free to drop by or take a quick break from your workout to have a chat.
Here are a couple district initiatives you may want to ask about:
District Directional System
State Report Card
Master Facility Plan
Get ready, Galion! Connections Weekend is almost here! Many events are taking place on our campus next weekend. We look forward to seeing you and welcoming alumni for this special weekend full of celebration, learning, and community spirit.
Galion City Schools is teaming up with Northmor Local School District and Mt. Gilead School District to collect essential items for those affected by the recent floods in North Carolina. Donated items can be dropped off at each school office until Thursday, October 10th.
Thanks to Huntsman Trucking, a semi-truck filled with your generous donations will be delivered to those in need. Every contribution counts!
Let’s unite for a great cause! #CommunitySupport #FloodRelief #NorthCarolinaStrong #NorthmorLocal #MtGileadSchools
