Dear Students and Families, As you may have heard, Illinois Governor Pritzker has closed schools for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. With that being said, many tasks that typically happen at the end of the school year will look very different from how they were traditionally completed in previous years. We ask for your patience as we move forward. ... READ MORE >
Chromebooks ARE NOW available for pickup if needed. Student materials have been bagged and labeled. You will pull through the parking lot pick up line. Stay in your vehicle.You will tell the staff member your student’s name, grade, and teacher. You also need to say if you need a chromebook. A staff member will call for your student’s bag of belongings/supplies... READ MORE >
March 31, 2020 Dear Navigator Families: District #205 is organizing the opportunity for parents to pick up student’s personal items from their elementary buildings on Friday, April 3, 2020. In order to ensure social distancing, pick up times have been divided by grade level. If you have students in multiple grade levels, you can pick up all items during one... READ MORE >
The Galesburg Public Library Staff are still working to provide support to our community during this challenging time. The Library collection includes: The Alliance Digital Media Library collection of ebooks and audiobooks, accessible via the Overdrive and Libby apps,Additional ebooks and audiobooks through eReadIllinois, Biblioboard, and Tumblebooks, To access... READ MORE >
Galesburg Community Unit School District 205District Administrative Offices932 Harrison StreetGalesburg, IL 61401 Ph. (309) 973-2000 Fax (309) 343-7757 www.galesburg205.orgMarch 14, 2020Dear District 205 Parents/Guardians,This past week, there has been a great deal of news published about the Coronavirus/COVID-19. As you know, our schools and activities will be... READ MORE >
The Galesburg School District is attempting to identify students who do not have home internet access in the event an E-Learning Plan is activated during a school closure. If your student DOES NOT HAVE INTERNET ACCESS AT HOME, please contact the district office on Thursday from 8:00 am-4:00 pm or Friday from 8:00 am-12:00 pm at 309-973-2111. It is very important... READ MORE >
The Nielson Elementary students in Mrs. Kleine's third grade class each adopted a pet at the beginning of February. The adoption process itself was part of the fun! Each student filled out an application, chose their pet, decided on a name and received adoption papers. The agreement required each student to take care of his or her pet by reading to it at least 15... READ MORE >
The Galesburg School District administration held a Community Q&A on January 16, 2020. The meeting was held at Galesburg High School, in the Little Theater. Approximately 40 community members were in attendance. The meeting began with a brief special Board of Education meeting, followed by the discussion of the 7-12 GHS Campus. The recording of the video can be... READ MORE >
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 >