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<p><strong>WEATHER UPDATE:</strong></p>
<p>We have received weather information indicating a severe storm is expected to pass through our area between 3 pm and 4 pm today. This coincides with our end-of-school pickup and dismissal time for students.</p>
<p><br>Please be prepared for possible weather disruptions during school dismissal. <br><br></p>
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<li>In the event of severe weather, such as a tornado or hail, our school will activate SHELTER protocols. </li>
<li>If SHELTER protocols are activated, we will notify you by phone call, email, and text message.</li>
<li>If we go into SHELTER protocols, we will not release any students until the SHELTER protocol is ended.</li>
<li>If you wish to remove your child from the building early, please reach out to your school directly. </li>
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<p><br>We are committed to ensuring the safety of all students and families. If necessary, we will also offer shelter to parents who request or require it.</p>
<p><br>If you have questions about after-school activities, please reach out to your school Principal.<br><br><br>Thank you for your support!</p>

Headlines & Features

Classroom & School Expectations Lead to Celebrations

For Stolley Park Elementary, the backbone of student success starts by helping students feel excited about coming to school.

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"Welding & Building a Brand" - The GIPS Cast, Ep. 49

Hear how Bryn Otto, GISH Alum, is taking welding to the next level at a CTE advocate.

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Coding Comes to Life: Bringing Grand Island to the Classroom

Young students across the district have recently embarked on a journey of creative problem-solving using these skills and robots in their curriculum unit – all while building a miniature version of Grand Island.

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GIPS Board Brief - January 2025

Read the latest Board Brief covering the January 2025 Regular Meeting.

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GIPS Board of Education Meeting: January 9, 2025

Stream the GIPS Board Meeting for 01.09.2025

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Building success in Kindergarten using positive supports

In an ever-changing world, positive supports play an important role in student success— especially in Kindergarten.

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GIPS and GIEA Reach Negotiated Agreement for 2025-2026

The Board of Education approved a 5.49% increase for salaries and benefits.

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GIPS Names Elizabeth Lantz Leader of Early Childhood Education; Schnitzler to Retire

Thank you Mrs. Schnitlzer & Welcome to GIPS Mrs. Lantz!

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GISH Athletic Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Class

Four Islander athletic history makers and one team will be inducted into the hall.

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Learning How to Learn: The Science of Pre-School - The GIPS Cast, Ep. 048

Hear two of our Pre-School teachers share how they teach students how to learn in school.

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How Positive Supports Impacts Student Success

Mrs. Michel at Gates Elementary shares the scoop from her P.E. classroom.

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GIPS Board Approves the Closing of Seedling Mile Elementary for 2025-26

For the 2025-26 school year, the smallest and only one-unit Elementary school at Grand Island Public Schools will not operate.

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GIPS Board of Education Special Meeting: December 17, 2024

Stream the GIPS Special Board Meeting for 12.17.2024

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TeamMates expands to Dodge Elementary, promotes literacy with Book Vending Machine

Through a READ Nebraska grant, TeamMates Mentoring of Grand Island gifted Dodge Elementary a book vending machine to promote literacy, and expanded the mentoring program to 5th graders at Dodge.

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GIPS Board Brief - December 2024

Read the latest Board Brief covering the December 2024 Regular Meeting.

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Upcoming Events

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"B" Day
Tomorrow

"A" Day
Thursday

"B" Day
Friday

"A" Day
No Preschool
Monday

"B" Day
January 28, 2025

"A" Day
January 29, 2025

"B" Day
January 30, 2025

"A" Day
January 31, 2025

No Preschool

Announcements

Read the latest GIPS Monthly Update Newsletter for January 2025!
- ParentVUE Emergency Contact Updates
- GISH Days for 8th Graders
- Pre-School Updates
- Insights on Positive Supports
- School Drop-Off & Pick-Up Safety Tips
- And more!
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