Recently, Playworks Recess coach Julian was on site to train our 4th and 5th grade students how to be Junior Coaches at recess. They got to practice their skills and are excited to be able to be a coach at one recess per week!
As part of the focus on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) at the high school, we now have reserved student parking for our S.O.A.R.S winners each week. If they get their names drawn and they choose that reward, they get a designated parking spot. Thanks to our Firebird Manufacturing class we now have our own signs.
It’s been a popular choice!
It’s been a popular choice!
Remember: don’t miss our fall evening conferences on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 4-8 p.m.
Just a few highlights from the fun at the GFW Elementary School Harvest Party today!
Congratulations to the October Students of the Month from GFW Middle School!
Who doesn't love when their bus driver is in the Halloween spirit? Looking good Mr. Hartmann!
You can live stream tonight's football game via NSPN.tv
Let's go Firebirds!
Let's go Firebirds!
The incredibly talented cast and crew of GFW Theatre Arts are getting ready for their presentation of How the West Was Dun with shows this weekend! There will be public performances on Saturday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. at GFW Middle School and High School.
Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and can be purchased in the school office or at the door.
Don't miss this show!
Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and can be purchased in the school office or at the door.
Don't miss this show!
Mr. Kruger’s choir class is already practicing for the holiday season!
Cole Jacobson and Skylar Lyimo from NHS and Student Council shared updates with the school board earlier this month on the events and initiatives that are coming up.
GFW Community, get your tickets for the section final football game happening on Friday, Oct. 31 at 7 p.m. at New Prague High School online in advance. There will also be tickets for cash sales at the gate, but getting tickets early is encouraged. Let's go Firebirds!
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Let’s get creative! Join us for a Cards Class for Kids on Monday, Nov. 12 from 3:30-5 p.m. Just in time for the holiday season, kids will be using a variety of stamps, stickers, pencils, ink pads, paper and so much more to make their own greeting cards! Every child will be making 4-6 cards to take home. There is a $22/student fee that covers all class supplies. The class will be held at GFW Public Schools, Gibbon. Registration closes Nov. 5.
Contact Tonia Schiro to register!
Contact Tonia Schiro to register!
This fall, we are offering several 55+ Driver Discount Programs! These are renewal classes for those that have already taken the eight-hour course. The next class offered will be on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m -1 p.m at the GFW Elementary School in Gibbon.
For more information and to pre-register and prepay St. Cloud MHSRC/55+ Driver Discount Program, please call 1-888-234-1294 or register online by going to www.mnsafetycenter.org.
Persons aged 55 and older who complete the course will qualify for an approximate 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums for three years, according to Minnesota Law.
For more information and to pre-register and prepay St. Cloud MHSRC/55+ Driver Discount Program, please call 1-888-234-1294 or register online by going to www.mnsafetycenter.org.
Persons aged 55 and older who complete the course will qualify for an approximate 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums for three years, according to Minnesota Law.
The School Store class at GFW Middle School and High School has been busy working on business plans and opening the school store. There is lots of exciting things to come!
Mrs. Goblish's Floral Design class made some awesome flower arrangements using pumpkins for fall!
Quarter 1 ✅ Friday, Oct. 31 marks the end of the first quarter of the school year!
The GFW Firebirds football team was triumphant over the #1 team in section 2A and will advance to the Section Finals on Friday, Oct. 31! The game is at 7 p.m. in New Prague vs. Lester Prairie. Get ready to cheer on the home team!
Reminder: FAFSA Night will take place next week on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 starting at 5 p.m.
Madalynn Swanson, Director of Financial Aid through Ridgewater, will present on FAFSA and will have dedicated time at the end of her presentation to assist with questions on completing the FAFSA.
If parents are requesting help completing their FAFSA, they must (student and contributor) have created their Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID at least 72 hours prior to FAFSA night, as their ID can take up to 72 hours to be 'verified'.
Federal Student Aid (FSA) IDs can be created on studentaid.gov.
Do you want to learn how to make jam or jelly? Join us and learn how to make it from scratch! Class participants will make jam or jelly during class and take two jars home with you! This class is Thursday, Oct. 30, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in theGFW MS/High school kitchen (please enter through door #17 in back of school.) The class is $20/person and has a limit of ten adults.
Contact Tonia Schiro to register!
Contact Tonia Schiro to register!
Sibley County Public Health is offering a flu shot clinic. The clinic will be at the Elementary Site for staff and students Monday November 3rd in the morning, then at the MS/HS in the afternoon. This is optional for staff and students. Forms have been sent home with all students to share the information with their parents.
