Greene County Community School District

10/29/2026

JOIN US TONIGHT FOR AN EVENING OF MUSIC!

The public is invited to join us for the Greene County CSD 6-12 Band Concert tonight, Thursday, October 29, at 7:00 PM!

Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Concert Begins: 7:00 PM
Parking: Both the north and south parking lots will be available.

The evening will begin with performances by our 6th grade band, followed by our 7th-8th grade band, and conclude with our 9th-12th grade band.

Can't make it in person? Watch LIVE!

The concert will be livestreamed on the GCCSD Activities YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/live/kgGHBzYUe1Q

Please note: Due to copyright restrictions, the livestream will only be available during the concert. A recording will not be available afterward.

We hope you'll join us, either in person or online, for a wonderful evening celebrating the musical talents of our Greene County students!

Go Rams!

Date: 10/29/2026Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Greene County High School ...

10/28/2026

Career Academy culinary students made a fall harvest soup this morning. They started with roasting their vegetables which included butternut squash, carrots, onions, fresh garlic, and three seasonings. They prepared crispy fried sage leaves for an edible garnish and added a drizzle of cream. It is delicious!

10/28/2026

GCHS would like to recognize the October Students of the Month! They are nominated by peers and staff for being good role models, doing the right thing when no one is watching, and representing Greene County Schools positively. They make GCHS a better place! (Clara Chisum, Lincoln Binkley, Steven Hendrickson, Braeden Mathews, Keaton Hinote, Olivia Sebourn, Nehemiah Hoyt, Emmersyn Slechta)

10/27/2026

This past Friday was an unforgettable day in Greene County as we officially dedicated two stunning 9-foot-tall historical monuments honoring the Schoolboy Soldiers of Rippey!

The public joined us for two moving ceremonies - first at noon on the Greene County courthouse lawn in Jefferson and later at 2:30 p.m. at Old Rippey Cemetery. Today’s students donned replica uniforms to march, pay respect, present the colors, and bring this incredible chapter of local history to life. The Jefferson ceremony was made even more special with a musical tribute featuring two performances by the folk duo Weary Ramblers (Chad Elliott and Kathryn Severing Fox)!

What started 18 months ago as a simple Iowa History class assignment - when guest speaker Chuck Offenburger shared the story of the 32 schoolboys and two teachers who left the prairie to serve in the Civil War - has transformed into an extraordinary community achievement.

From researching and authoring the text carved into the $61,000 monuments to organizing marches, holding Memorial Day programs, and working on an upcoming fall play by John Busbee, these students have truly gone above and beyond.

Huge congratulations to:
- Dena Boyd for her inspiring vision, passion, and guidance in encouraging her students to create something that lasts far beyond the classroom.
- The talented students whose dedication, artwork, and research made these monuments a reality.
- Chuck Offenburger, the Schoolboy Soldiers of Rippey Memorial Committee, Jefferson Monument Works, the Greene County Historical Society, and all community partners and performers who helped bring this history home.

Thank you to everyone who joined, supported, and marched along to honor these brave figures from our past. Your hard work has given Greene County a legacy that will stand for generations to come!

*Photo credit to Kelley Gray

10/26/2026

Please see the updated 2026-2027 School District Calendar.

The major changes are as follows:

-- Semester 1 and Quarter 2 will now end on Friday, January 15th, 2026

-- Monday, January 18th, 2026 will now be a Professional Development Day for teachers and there will be no school for students

-- Semester 2 and Quarter 3 will now begin on Tuesday, January 19th, 2026

Thank you!

10/22/2026

Good morning, Ram Families. The high school has officially been cleared by Alliant Energy. There are no concerns for student safety. School will resume with the two-hour late-start schedule. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

10/21/2026

Greene County Community School will hold 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/vFYEHA1i_QE

Board Meeting Agenda:
https://www.gccsd.k12.ia.us/page/board-home

Date: 10/21/2026Time: 5:15 PMLocation: Greene County CSD Administ...

10/20/2026

Burger Brand

Greene County High School Ram Shop recently manufactured a custom meat brand that was commissioned by a staff member as a gift.

Prior to graduating last year, high school senior Lucy Vander Linden transformed a photo image of the recipient’s custom logo into a 3D model using computer aided drafting software as part of her independent study in the Industrial Technology program. The 3D model was then used in conjunction with the schools recently acquired CNC milling machine and CNC lathe to machine raw metal into a finished product ready for branding burgers.

Students in the Greene County high school Ram Shop are learning real world practical skills, building confidence, and exploring career opportunities. Are you interested in a custom branding iron for your burgers, steaks or sourdough loaves? Contact the Greene County High School to learn more.

10/19/2026

JOIN US TONIGHT FOR AN EVENING OF MUSIC!

The public is invited to join us for the Greene County CSD 7–12 Choir Concert tonight, Monday, October 19, at 7:00 PM!

Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Concert Begins: 7:00 PM
Parking: Both the north and south parking lots will be available.

The evening will begin with performances by our 7th-8th grade choir, followed by our 9th-12th grade choir. To close the concert, students from grades 7-12 will come together for a special combined performance!

If you can't make it in person, the concert will be livestreamed on the GCCSD Activities YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/live/vnNPbXr0vio

Please note: Due to copyright restrictions, the livestream will only be available during the concert. A recording will not be available afterward.

We hope you'll join us, either in person or online, for a wonderful evening celebrating the musical talents of our Greene County students!

Date: 10/19/2026Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Greene County High School ...

10/19/2026

The Scholastic Book Fair is this week October 19th-22nd!
Your student can shop in the morning before school from 7:45-8:05 AM, during the school day with permission from their teacher, and during their lunch period after they have eaten.

The fair will also be open during Parent Teacher Conferences! Shop with your student on Tuesday October 20th and Thursday October 22nd 4-7PM.