One of our own is in the news! Check out KEYC on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. to see GFW teacher Sharon Fossum discuss her work with students and families as part of the Spirit of the Season program as she is awarded the Golden Apple Award. We can't wait to see it!
about 1 month ago, GFW Public Schools
teacher talking to news crew
teacher talking to news crew
Learn how to master the kitchen in our After-School Cooking classes this fall! No cooking experience is necessary to enjoy these tasty classes. All students will learn how to make the meals together and enjoy tasting their creations! Next up on the menu is breakfast tacos on Tuesday, Dec. 16!

Class details:
Ages: 5th grade and up
Limit of 10 kids
$15/class
All classes held in the GFW MS/HS Kitchen 3:45-5 p.m. (please enter through door #17 in back of school!)

Contact Tonia Schiro to register!
about 1 month ago, GFW Public Schools
Community Education Cooking Classes

GFW Public Schools will be releasing early today (Tuesday, Dec. 9) due to incoming weather. Elementary students will be dismissed at 2 p.m. and MS/HS students will be dismissed at 1:47.

Evening activities are cancelled.

The Nest will continue to operate until the last child is picked up.

Thank you for your partnership and be safe!

about 1 month ago, GFW Public Schools
Early Dismissal, Tuesday Dec. 9
Don't miss the winter concerts happening this week to see some of our incredibly talented students perform!

The 6-12 Choir Concert is tonight (Monday, Dec. 8) at 7 p.m. at GFW Middle School and High School.

The 6-12 Band Concert is on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.
about 1 month ago, GFW Public Schools
Choir and band concerts this week
Boys basketball kicks off their season this soon with their first game in the Wabasso Jamboree Tournament. They play at 4 p.m. and we are excited to cheer them on!
about 1 month ago, GFW Public Schools
Basketball team
Get in the holiday spirit with our Christmas Cookie Class! During class, we will learn how to make 3-4 different kinds of Christmas cookies, and each child will go home with a plate of a dozen Christmas cookies, along with the recipes for each of the cookies we make! Class details:
Date: Dec. 11 - 5:30-7:30 p.m. (register by Dec. 5)
Location: GFW MS/High School Kitchen (please enter through door #17 in back of school)
Cost: $15/child Age 5+ (an adult must attend with a child and help but does not need to pay)
Limit of 15 kids

Contact Tonia Schiro to register!
about 1 month ago, GFW Public Schools
Christmas Cookie Class
Superintendent Berg is tagging in as a substitute teacher in the classroom today at GFW Elementary School!

Speaking of which, we are looking for substitute teachers to join our team to support our staff and students. Learn more about working with GFW Public Schools and apply today!

https://www.gfwschools.org/page/work-with-gfw-public-schools
about 1 month ago, GFW Public Schools
Substitute teacher at the front of a class

GFW Public Schools is getting ready to develop a new strategic plan and we need your help! Check out the news item for more details and don’t forget to share your thoughts.

https://www.gfwschools.org/article/2566361

about 1 month ago, GFW Public Schools
Share your thoughts strategic planning survey open now
Congratulations to today's Turkey BINGO winners from the Middle School and High School! Students also had to gobble in order to claim their cookie, which was very entertaining.
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Bingo winners
Bingo winners
Bingo winners
Bingo winners
Our first graders celebrated the spirit of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade today with their annual Balloon Parade in STEAM class! Students marched through the halls proudly showcasing their creative balloon designs. So fun!
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
Balloon parade
There is no school on Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We hope everyone enjoys time with family and loved ones!
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
No School Nov. 27 & 28
The Transportation Department of GFW Public Schools is looking for a qualified Diesel Mechanic to join our team! Reach out to Tonia Schiro if interested for more information at tonia.schiro@gfwschools.org.
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Now Hiring Diesel Mechanic
GFW Public Schools is requesting bids for snow removal, salt and sanding services for all drive and parking areas at the new GFW Public School site in Gibbon, Minnesota.

Bids are due on or before 8:30 a.m. on December 8, 2025 in the District Office. Bids should be delivered or sent to Allen Berg Superintendent, GFW Public Schools #2365, 1157 E 13th Street, Gibbon, MN 55335.

Questions can be directed to Allen Berg, Superintendent at allen.berg@gfwschools.org or 507-834-6501.
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Bid Notice - Snow Removal Services
It's safe to say this crew enjoyed White Collar Wednesday during the recent dress up days!
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
White Collar Wednesday
White Collar Wednesday
White Collar Wednesday
White Collar Wednesday
Wednesday, Nov. 26 will be an early release day ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Early Release Wednesday, Nov. 26
The GFW School Board approved a revised school calendar for the 2025-26 school year during the November meeting.

The calendar is now available to download: https://aptg.co/39HR1C
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Updated Calendar - download the revised 2025-26 school calendar
Congratulations to the latest GFW Middle School Students of the Month!
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
students of the month
Staff members at GFW Middle School and High School were looking downright autumnal for Flannel/Fall Dress Up Day!
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Staff in flannel
Staff in flannel laughing
Get in the holiday spirit with Holiday Baking with Grandparents! Children and grandparents can enjoy special time together while rolling out dough, baking and decorating cookies. We provide all the supplies and your kitchen stays clean!

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025
Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $8/family
Location: GFW Elementary School, Cafeteria, GIbbon
Registration Deadline: Nov. 25

Contact Tonia Schiro to register!
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Holiday Baking with Grandparents
A big thank you to Lisa Dusek and Ciera Conrad of Ridgewater College who visited Mr. Hentges and the Abnormal Psychology class last week.

Lisa is part of the Psychology Faculty at the Willmar campus and she brought her Helping and Healing dog "Georgie" with her to visit with our students about the role psychology can play in our lives and the many careers in which psychology is being used. What a great visit!
about 2 months ago, GFW Public Schools
Class visit
Class visit
Class visit
Class visit