Greene County CSD

Incoming great episode! Before spring break, the girls sat down with Greene County Athletic Director Dave Wright. He shared why he chose to become an athletic director, what makes a great student-athlete, and even weighed in on the big question—who would win in an athletic competition, staff or students? That and much more in this episode—don’t miss it! Exciting update! The Cave will now air not just at 6:40 AM, but also at 11:40 AM and 4:40 PM every Wednesday on KGRA 98.9FM. You can also listen via livestream at raccoonvalleyradio.com under the Listen Live tab or on the free KGRA mobile app. Huge thanks to KGRA for their support in promoting our school district! 🎧 Click the link below to listen to "The Cave - Episode 20": https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Au5f2gf8SEwE-ciATzGUdKgIEQTCivH7/view?usp=drive_link

Do you have a student who is age eligible for PK in the 25-26 school year? Please attend our PK registration on April 7th from 2-6pm at Greene County Elementary (401 E Russell, Jefferson, IA). Please bring the following documents that night: birth certificate proof of residency (mail received at your address) parent documentation (drivers license and legal custody documents) We will have computers available for parents to submit online registration that evening. Your PK student does not need to attend. We will host an open house prior to the first day of school where parents and students can come see the classroom and drop off school supplies. See you there!!

Episode 19 of The Cave is here! This week the girls dive into a crime investigation project they're working on in Ms. Brophy's class, lit circle books, track and field, and SPRING BREAK! Lots of fun conversation you don't want to miss. 🎧 Click the link below to listen to "The Cave - Episode 19": https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1qXC-TIQHadfJmQC54Wzm4cMejvyLfxiq?dmr=1&ec=wgc-drive-globalnav-goto

Greene County Community School will be holding the monthly board meeting at the admin building (101 Ram Drive, Jefferson, IA) this evening beginning at 5:15 PM. The public is welcome to attend in-person or view the livestream on the district's YouTube channel. See below for the link. The meeting agenda can be viewed on the GCCSD Board of Education page under the Links header. GCCSD Board Meeting YouTube Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/QHHb1o0qILE Board Meeting Agenda: https://www.gccsd.k12.ia.us/page/board-home

Bus 12 is having some mechanical issues. Another bus will be delivering these students today (Monday, 3/10). This route is running about 30 minutes behind schedule. If you have any questions, you can call 515-386-4168.

Tonight’s high school production of The Little Mermaid is still ON! The performance will take place in the high school auditorium at 7:00 PM. Tickets are still available -- purchase at the door with credit card or buy ahead of time using the link below. Come support our talented students and enjoy a fantastic show! GCHS Musical Tickets: https://bit.ly/gccsd-musical

This week on episode 18 of The Cave, the girls recap their weekend and talk about their essay project in Ms. Brophy's class. Plus, The Cave now has a theme song—recorded by five middle school band students! Don't miss it! 🎧 Click the link below to listen to "The Cave - Episode 18": https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IeVkJxUY2L5Tuu7mbJOjvKJ5s42PJ3kg/view?usp=drive_link

Good morning Ram Families, Due to the very poor road conditions in many parts of our district and the timing of the most recent snowfall, Greene County Schools will be closed for Friday, March 7th. Please stay safe and have a great day!

Good evening Ram Families, Greene County Schools will be closed on Thursday, March 6th, 2025. Further updates to the remainder of the 2024-2025 school calendar will be announced in the coming days. The HOIAC Fine Arts Festival will be postponed and, if possible, an alternative date will be announced at a later time. Please stay safe and only travel if absolutely necessary and possible

Good evening Ram Families, There will be no school for Greene County CSD on Wednesday, March 5th due to the blizzard warning. ❄️🌨️ Please stay safe!

Episode 17 of The Cave is here. This week the girls review their weekend activities and discuss the The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, a book they're reading in Ms. Brophy's class. Do you know what the RACE strategy is? Listen to the end to find out! 🎧 Click the link below to listen to "The Cave - Episode 17": https://drive.google.com/file/d/147SfNgj5kVA5KeNyRMAgw9ftyVJeD1Ag/view?usp=drive_link

A community informational event on human trafficking is being held on Sunday, May 4 at GCHS Auditorium. Families are invited to attend.

Greene County Community School District is seeking qualified bidders for the ES, MS, & HS Photovoltaic Improvements Project! Interested contractors must submit their Statement of Qualification (SOQ) by March 13, 2025. Use the link below for more information. https://bit.ly/gccsd_rfq

Good afternoon Ram Families, Greene County Schools will have a 2-hour late start on Thursday, February 20th. There will be no AM preschool and no athletic performance classes. The Jazz Band trip to Cedar Falls will remain as scheduled. Please be safe and stay warm!

Good afternoon Ram Families, Greene County Schools will have a 2 hour late start on Wednesday, February 19th. There will be no AM preschool or athletic performance classes. Thank you and stay warm!

This week on The Cave the girls interview 7th-grade social studies teacher, Matt Paulsen. Mr. Paulsen tells the girls why he decided to become a teacher and reveals some of his favorite after-school snacks. That, plus much more -- tune in and check it out! 🎧 Click the link below to listen to "The Cave - Episode 16": https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IHBqcCP29gKRf1H5Q7vKgKL-gHvlcPfL/view?usp=drive_link

Good morning Ram Families, Greene County Schools will now be closed for Tuesday, February 18th. Please stay safe!

Good evening Ram Families, Greene County CSD will have a 2-hour late start for Tuesday, February 18th. There will be no AM preschool or AP classes. Please stay warm!

Good afternoon Ram Families, The Girls Basketball Regional game scheduled for this evening in Cherokee will be postponed. A new date and time will be communicated soon. Thank you, Greene County Schools

UPDATE: The Jazz Choir Trip to North Polk for Saturday, February 15th has been cancelled. The Girls Basketball team will still be leaving at 4:00pm for their Regional game at Cherokee unless otherwise notified.