Dice games for club time!
Check out the sports events coming up next week! It's also Spirit Week, so be ready to dress to show your spirit!
More club time fun!
Club time for the first quarter began today! Even our therapy dog had fun!
Great night for our teams at the Mane Event! Thanks to everyone that came out!
Come join the Goddard community for "The Mane Event" on Thursday at Goddard High School! The festivities begin at 5:00 PM and include fall sports introductions, food, and a football scrimmage!
XC was looking great in their uniforms for practice yesterday!
A big shoutout to Credit Union of America for coming out to speak with our Career & Life Planning classes yesterday about all things $$💰💵! #budgetingbasics
First day of the Fall Sports Season is here!
Study Skills class worked on a project to get to know each other and then got to choose their own fun activity!
Don't forget about the GMS Fun Night on Friday!
8th grade students were welcomed back to the library this year with a funny game called "What's Behind Me?" They were also encouraged to keep reading and give some time each week to a book rather than a screen!
And we are back in the swing of things at GMS! As a team building activity, 7th grade students in English put together puzzles without seeing the end result!
Teachers at GMS getting a great training this morning in UDL!
Mark your calendars! GMS Fun Night is coming!
It's going to be a great school year at GMS! Come and kick it off with us at Open House this Thursday!
Day 2 of the GMS Cheer Camp! A special thank you to our GHS cheerleaders and their help in making this a success!
Cheer Camp Begins Tomorrow at 10 a.m. at Goddard Middle School. Please make sure to have a physical dated May 1st and after!
Join us in celebrating Alicia Scott, the Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Teacher at Goddard Middle School, who received a Goddard Education Foundation Innovative Teacher Grant. Her project, “Sensory Empowerment” will help transform how she is able to support her students.
For many students, particularly those who thrive with PBS support, navigating the daily demands of school can be overwhelming. They often struggle with communication and emotional regulation. “Incorporating sensory play opportunities in the classroom can help these students regain focus, enhance their awareness of their actions, and better understand their emotions,” shared Ms. Scott.
The goal of the new sensory items is to significantly reduce the time it takes for students to self-regulate and return to learning, ultimately increasing their valuable time in inclusive classrooms. This grant isn’t just about a space; it’s about equipping students with the essential tools for lifelong self-regulation and success.
Congratulations, Ms. Scott, on bringing such a vital and impactful initiative to Goddard Middle School. We can’t wait to see the positive impact it makes for our students.
Learn more about past Innovative Teacher Grants and how you can support future grants at https://goddardpsks.sites.thrillshare.com/o/gef/page/teacher-grants
For many students, particularly those who thrive with PBS support, navigating the daily demands of school can be overwhelming. They often struggle with communication and emotional regulation. “Incorporating sensory play opportunities in the classroom can help these students regain focus, enhance their awareness of their actions, and better understand their emotions,” shared Ms. Scott.
The goal of the new sensory items is to significantly reduce the time it takes for students to self-regulate and return to learning, ultimately increasing their valuable time in inclusive classrooms. This grant isn’t just about a space; it’s about equipping students with the essential tools for lifelong self-regulation and success.
Congratulations, Ms. Scott, on bringing such a vital and impactful initiative to Goddard Middle School. We can’t wait to see the positive impact it makes for our students.
Learn more about past Innovative Teacher Grants and how you can support future grants at https://goddardpsks.sites.thrillshare.com/o/gef/page/teacher-grants
This year, the Goddard Education Foundation, alongside our Legacy Partners, Lange Real Estate, were thrilled to present the #265Family Award to 15 outstanding educators and staff members from across the district, from nominations submitted by grateful families, dedicated students, and fellow staff members, all eager to shine a light on the incredible work being done every day in Goddard Public Schools. The #265Family Award, honors these finalists who not only embody the spirit of our #265Family but also consistently demonstrate a significant, positive impact on our students, staff, or the entire USD 265 school community.
The Goddard Middle School winner was April Karber, the GMS Librarian, who was nominated by Trey Triggs, a colleague. Her nominator wrote, "April Karber is an exceptional middle school librarian who goes above and beyond to foster a love of reading and lifelong learning among students and staff in USD 265. Through creative initiatives like Reading BINGO, rotating book displays, and interactive activities such as Name That Book trivia outside the library, Mrs. Karber has transformed the library into an inviting hub of curiosity and engagement.
Students are drawn to the library not only during scheduled class check-outs but also during passing periods, before and after school, and ELA visits—resulting in a notable increase in foot traffic. Always looking for ways to connect, Mrs. Karber has also created a Google Classroom for the library, providing another layer of accessibility and engagement.
Beyond books, Mrs. Karber serves as a vital support system for both students and colleagues—helping with research, assisting in classrooms, and always offering a helping hand. With unwavering professionalism, enthusiasm, and dedication, Mrs. Karber truly exemplifies the spirit of the #265Family Award, making a lasting impact on the school community."
Congratulations again Mrs. Karber, for all you do make Goddard Public Schools a family!
To nominate a staff member for the #265Family Award visit - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsMNl3z277aZNiN859FaFgJAPZq79zwU47Oi1uH8pqqESvPg/viewform?usp=header
To learn more about how Lange Real Estate serves our #265Family visit https://langere.com/2025/03/14/lange-real-estate-a-proud-legacy-sponsor-of-goddard-public-schools/