Pictured are our Jump the River Contest winners. In P.E. class during the last few weeks, students have been working on their long jumping skills. Students enjoyed friendly competition while working on jumping. Check out the farthest jumps for each classroom! READ MORE >
Nielson Navigators are meeting goals! Whenever you hear a bell ringing at Nielson, there is a Navigator near who has met a goal. Check out our Wall of Bell Ringer Fame to see who has met a goal and rang the bell here at Nielson! READ MORE >
The generosity of the Jack E. Larson endowment fund continues to provide for Galesburg area students. Over 300 CUSD#205 students attended the Jack Larson shoe day held at Wal-Mart. Students received a new pair of shoes and socks. The day was made possible with the assistance of various community members and organizations. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped... READ MORE >
Skip the cold and join the students at Galesburg High School on Wednesday, October 30 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for the annual Haunted High School. The event is open to the community for birth through 5th grade students. Enter through the West External Doors (Band Doors). Please bring can goods or non -perishable items to donate to Fish Food Pantry. We hope to see you... READ MORE >
Acknowledge. Care. Tell. (A.C.T.) Form Are you worried about yourself or a friend? Are you unsure of what to do? Have you been bullied? The Acknowledge. Care. Tell. (A.C.T.) form is a great place to get help for you or others. Each school website has a link under the "Live Feed" section as well as under the "For Students" menu. Simply click on the link, follow... READ MORE >
Outdoor Education day has been a tradition in Knox County since 1985. The theme of the outdoor education day has remained the same throughout the years, to teach students how to improve, protect and enjoy their environment. There have been many individuals who have contributed to the success of the event over the years. Today the ROE #33 continues the tradition of... READ MORE >
Galesburg CUSD #205 receives many requests from community organizations to distribute informational materials to students and parents on a monthly and weekly basis. The "Virtual Backpack" for District 205 is our "eco-friendly" approach to distributing information to students and parents. The Galesburg CUSD #205 Virtual Backpack is an electronic method of working to... READ MORE >
New and returning students gathered on the morning of August 23 for the first All school assembly for the 2019-2020 school year. Students learned about the BIST Life Goals from Jessie, also known as Mrs. Jennings, and she then led the students in the school pledge to remind each student of the Nielson Navigator core values:I am confident.I am responsible. I will... READ MORE >
Parking Lot Reminders MORNING ARRIVAL Morning Drop is 8:20 (as there is no supervision prior to this time). Please remain in cars in the morning as the parking lot gets congested and dangerous for our students when people walk through the parking lot and in and out of traffic. AFTERNOON DISMISSAL Pick up for Kindergarten ONLY is at 3:10. 1st-5th grade... READ MORE >
August 9, 2019 Good morning, Nielson Navigators! The new school year is quickly approaching, and I want to take a moment to introduce myself to you and your family. My name is Kathryn Jennings, and this will be my second year as the Nielson Elementary School principal. This is my twelfth year in education. My teaching experience spans from elementary to high... READ MORE >