Genoa Elementary School

03/13/2026

2-hour late start! For additional information, visit https://www.gkschools.org/page/inclement-weather.

Preparing Students to Excel & Contribute to their Community

03/06/2026

Next week we’ll be celebrating IAR Testing Spirit Week! Join in and show your spirit! 🎉

11/10/2025

Cold Weather Information

As we move into the colder months, we want to address the impacts of inclement weather. The safety ...

05/19/2025

Have you registered for the 25-26 school year yet? Registration closes next week on Tuesday, May 27.

The 2025-2026 returning student registration is now open through your Skyward Portal! Online registration is a simple process that will take 10-15 minutes. Your student must be enrolled in-order to be given a teacher assignment and/or class schedule.

Register Today ➡️ https://skyward.iscorp.com/GKSchools424ILStuSTS/Session/Signin?area=Home&controller=Home&action=Index

In our commitment to providing the best educational experience for your student(s), we ask that you complete the registration process by Tuesday, May 27, 2025. By closing registration at this time, it allows our staff time to prepare for the upcoming school year. This includes organizing class schedules, securing necessary resources and ensuring a smooth transition for both students and staff.

School fees and health documents are not due until the first day of school on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. This gives families the flexibility they need while still ensuring that the registration process is completed in a timely manner. Fees may be paid online through your Skyward Portal.

05/16/2025

🌿🐾 The 3rd grade students at GES did an amazing job presenting their habitat projects at the Habitat Fair! The school was buzzing with excitement as parents, families, and friends came out to see the creative and informative exhibits. 👏
Great job, 3rd graders — your hard work and knowledge truly shined! 💚🌎🦉

05/13/2025

🎉🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ APEX Fun Run Success! 🏅🎉
GES students had a blast at the APEX Fun Run on Friday—and they did an awesome job! 💪💙
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who sponsored our students. Your support means so much and helps make events like this possible! 🫶👏

05/13/2025

📚✨ Author Visit Alert! ✨📚
Genoa Elementary School is thrilled to welcome award-winning author Kate Hannigan to our school! 🎉
She’ll be presenting to students at both GES and KES during the school day, sharing her writing journey and inspiring young readers and writers. 📝📖
Families, don’t miss the chance to meet Kate in person! Join us for a special evening presentation at 6:00 PM in the GES library. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with a real-life author and foster a love of reading at home! ❤️📚

05/07/2025

🎶 Great job to Mr. Drews and the GES 5th Grade Band students! 🎺👏
They did a wonderful job at their concert—such talent and hard work on display. We’re so proud of all of you! 🎼🎉

05/05/2025

🔒 GES 5th Graders Getting Ready for 6th Grade!
Our 5th grade students had a fun and practical lesson with Mrs. Lee as they learned how to use combination locks—an important skill they'll need for their lockers next year in middle school! Great job, future 6th graders! 👏💼

05/01/2025

We’re incredibly fortunate to have such dedicated teachers and staff who go above and beyond to support our students every day. This year, we invite you to take a moment to show your gratitude by writing a heartfelt message on a postcard. Simply fill out the form to participate!

Whether you're a student, parent, or alum, your kind words mean the world—thank you for helping us celebrate the amazing people who make our schools shine.

https://form.jotform.com/232625967325160

04/23/2025

GES ABC Countdown - Wednesday is B day. Dress like you are going to the beach (no swimsuits), think hawaiian shirts and shorts.

04/22/2025

Today kicks off the GES ABC countdown! It is A day. Students will do an art activity for Earth day.