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, Sept. 10 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.
15 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Driver Discount Programs
Thank you for sharing your excitement about the first day of school with us!
15 days ago, GFW Public Schools
first day photos
These Firebirds are fired up to start the year!
15 days ago, GFW Public Schools
first day photos
A few more first day of school photos have come in and we love seeing our students smiling and ready to learn! Send yours over to communications@gfwschools.org to be shared.
15 days ago, GFW Public Schools
First day of school photos
It's the first day of school for GFW Elementary School and the second day for Middle School High School! Our students are looking ready to rock for the year! Send your photos to communications@gfwschools.org to potentially be shared!
15 days ago, GFW Public Schools
First day photos 2025
Happy First/Second Day of School GFW! Want to see your first day of school photos featured on our social media channels? Send them over to communications@gfwschools.org for consideration!
15 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Students and staff at GFW Middle School and High School gathered this morning for some welcome back activities and teacher introductions. It was a great first day!
16 days ago, GFW Public Schools
students assembly
Teacher intro
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teachers introducing themselves
Check out a great look at the new GFW facility from the New Ulm Journal! https://www.nujournal.com/life/lifestyle-feature/2025/08/30/gfw-school-together-at-last/
16 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Supernintendent showing building
GFW news
GFW kindergarten teacher Shelby Hartmann wears a hard hat and safety vest to ready her classroom

GFW Elementary students will start the year with a full day of school tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 3, and we are so excited!

Want to see your first day of school photos featured on our social media channels? Send them over to communications@gfwschools.org for consideration!

16 days ago, GFW Public Schools
First Day of School K-5 Wednesday, Sept. 3
Calling all 9-14 year-old students! We want you to join the GFW First Lego League team! This year’s theme Unearthed digs into archaeology, and the team will work together to design and program a Spike Prime robot to do a variety of tasks on a 4x8 foot field.

Experience with Lego robots is suggested but not required, as there will also be an engineering project related to archaeology. The team meets every Monday night from 6-7:30 p.m. in the high school robotics room starting on Sept. 8. The class fee is $20/student. Text Bix Baker at 507-995-5635 for more information.
20 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Lego League Team
All district offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day.
20 days ago, GFW Public Schools
District closed Monday, Sept 1
What's that at the end of the rainbow? It's the brand new GFW school building ready for the 2025-26 school year! We loved seeing this beautiful site this evening.
20 days ago, GFW Public Schools
rainbow over the school
rainbow over the school
rainbow over the school

We loved seeing our Middle School and High School students at open house last night! The first day of school for students in grades 6-12 is Tuesday, Sept. 2. We can't wait!

Want to see your first day of school photos featured on our social media channels? Send them over to communications@gfwschools.org for consideration!

21 days ago, GFW Public Schools
First Day of School Grades 6-12 Tuesday Sept. 2

It was all hands on deck last night to get ready to welcome families to open house at the new building! We are grateful for all of the work that so many different members of the team did to get things ready. Superintendent Berg was even spotted sweeping, but he was certainly not the only one going the extra mile!

21 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Sweep-erintendent
GFW Elementary School is hosting more Back-to-School Meet and Greet Conferences from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Elementary families, check your email for information on how to schedule your appointment!
21 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Back-To School Conferences PreK-5 Tuesday Sept. 2
Interested in music lessons? Community Ed offers private violin or piano lessons available after school on Thursdays. These 30-minute lessons are $25/session. Contact the instructor lehi.gertz@gfwschools.org for availability.
23 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Community Education Music Classes
Tomorrow is a big day for GFW Students and their families!

GFW Middle School is hosting an open house from 4-8 p.m., and GFW Elementary School will be hosting back-to-school meet and greet conferences for students at the new building at the same time.

Elementary families, check your email for the latest school E-News to get information about how to schedule your meet and greet!
23 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Back to School Conferences  - meet and greet - PreK-5 Wednesday, Aug. 27
GFW MS/HS Open House Grades 6-12 Wednesday, Aug. 27
Back to School Conferences PreK-5 Tuesday, Spt. 2

There is still time to save on Firebirds merch with Sideline’s Back-to-School Sale. Now thru Sunday., score 20% OFF top-brand, Firebirds fan wear & accessories with the code GAMEON20.

https://bit.ly/gfwfirebirds

28 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Back to school sale
GFW knows that some of the best learning can happen outside the classroom. That’s why the district is giving juniors and seniors a hall pass to the real world so they can take part in things like job shadowing, internships, trade tours, and career fairs.

Students will be able to take up to four excused days for career experiences like job shadowing, internships, trade tours, and career fairs. Whether that’s visiting a construction site, shadowing a nurse, or meeting with a local business owner. These experiences build confidence, spark curiosity, and help shape your future.

Check out the full story for more: https://www.gfwschools.org/article/2366162
28 days ago, GFW Public Schools
academics plus workforce skills equals bright futures

GFW High School students - watch your email for updates about ordering your official grade-level Homecoming shirt that will be part of some fun "Around the World" style competition coming up.

Simply reach out to any of your grade level representatives (listed in the email coming soon) or Ms. Wood (staci.wood@gfwschools.org) to order a shirt or stop by the homecoming shirt order table during open house on Wednesday, August 27 from 4-8 p.m. Money is not due until Friday, September 5, but orders must be submitted by the end of Open House on in order to receive a shirt.

30 days ago, GFW Public Schools
Shirt designs