GSL School Update for May 22, 2025

Congratulations GSL Class of 2025. Next Friday you graduate, and we are so excited about your future.

Tomorrow is Celebration Day, and we ask all of our students to wear their “GET TO” Shirt.

Reminder:
• Check the lost and found before the end of the school year.
• Sign up for Strength and Speed through the Activities Office.
• Check out the many offerings through Community Education.
• Take it slow and safe around school!
• GSL is the greatest of all time….if you need a book for the summer, please let me know!!

GSL Elementary PTO News: Order your school supplies Online and support our GSL Elementary PTO. Order your supplies before July 6th for delivery directly to the school. Orders placed after July 6th will be shipped directly to your front door.

Lakeside: https://schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/school/list-boxes/?schoolId=53426

Lincoln: https://schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/school/list-boxes/?schoolId=112824

Let’s make tomorrow a great day GSL!!! Happy Memorial Day to all!!!

Take care, Chris

Here is your GSL School Update for May 16, 2025.

GSL will be hosting the “Mock Crash” today at school starting at 1:30 PM.  You will see emergency vehicles around school. Please know that this is just a drill.  If weather does not cooperate later today, the event will be cancelled and the School District will notify all of you.  Thank you to the McLeod County TZD (Toward Zero Deaths) Coalition for sponsoring this event and for all the first responders for their help in providing a great learning experience for our students. 

Please watch the activity scheduler for updates on game times/changes, etc. etc. Spring activities are always difficult to get in because of the weather.  Thank you for your flexibility with the changes.  The varsity track meet for today has been cancelled.

Lots happening at GSL.  Take time to plan this summer and take advantage of the great opportunities we have at school…..and don’t forget to read books this summer….and if you need one, let me know!!  Check out these offerings through Community Education. 

ALL students in grades 6-11…….Sign up for Summer Strength and Speed!!!!  You do this through the activities office.  Summer lifting will start on Wednesday, June 4th from 6:00-7:00am and/or 12:15-1:15. The first week will be Wednesday and Thursday, after the first week, days will be Monday – Thursday with the same times.  Great opportunity to get better.

Families, if any of you have had any changes in address, phone numbers, and/or email addresses, please contact Cheryl Templin at ctemplin@gsl.k12.mn.us with those changes.  Having our records up to date is very important.  Thank you!

School Supplies……..I know we are still finishing up this school year, but please see the attachment on information for school supplies for the 2025-2026 school year.  Please use this form and return it to the address provided.  Thank you to Common Cup for this opportunity.

2024-2025 Glencoe Registration School Supply Registration.docx 

2024-2025 Spanish Glencoe School Supply Registrationdocx.docx 

Check out the opportunities for 4H…..click the link below for more information.

2025 4H Day Camps.pdf 

Basketball camps instructed by 2024 GSL graduate Eli Ehrke happening this summer.  Click on the link below for more information.

Eli Ehrke hoops Camp 2025.jpg 

Click on the link for more information on the Public Safety Open House

Public Safety Open House.pdf 

Click on the link for more information on the Bike Safety Rodeo happening next week.

Bike Safety Flyer 2025.png 

Starz of Tomorrow Baseball camp happening……..click on the link for more information.

StarzOfTomorrowbaseballcamp.pdf 

Have a great weekend GSL.  Thank you for being a part of GSL Schools!!! Take care, Chris

Here’s to a great week GSL……. Make the most of each school day, we don’t have many days left!

High School Choir Concert tonight at the GSL Auditorium……starting at 8:00 PM.

Next Monday, May 19, High School Band concert at 8:00 PM. Both will be great shows!!!

Parents/students are reminded to check the lost and found before the end of the school year.

Check of the Stars of Tomorrow baseball camp….get signed up for this great opportunity.
https://www.starzbaseballcamp.com/camps/detail.php?campid=193

Check out our website and under the Community Education tab for many great opportunities this summer. Students, get a student membership at the Panther Field House!! Great place to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Check out the basketball camp lead by 2024 graduate Eli Ehrke this summer. Sign up through Community Education and click the link for more information.

Yearbook information
High School Yearbook: Please purchase yours by May 28. Please contact Ms. Braun with any questions at abraun@gslpanthers.net

Jr. High Yearbook: Please purchase yours by May 15. Please contact Ms. Blazinski: lblazinski@gsl.k12.mn.us

Check out the information on the upcoming “Bike Rodeo” for our students being held at GSL High School on May 20th, from 5-7. Free Bike Helmet for those that need it. Let’s make this summer a safe one!!

There will be a Public Safety Open House on May 22 from 5-7 PM at Oak Leaf Park in Glencoe. Check out the attachment for more information.

Watch out for staging areas in and around school while our roof project is happening. Starting on May 19, there will be a little different route by the drop-off area at Lincoln. Please take it slow and follow the cones. There will be an area blocked off so they can have access to the west side of the roof by door 14. I would encourage drop-offs on 16th Street for the reminder of the school year. Thank you.

This Friday, May 16, GSL will be hosting the “mock crash” that was rescheduled from last month. Please note that you will be seeing emergency vehicles in and around school. Please note that this is all part of the drill and event.

Let’s make it a great week!! Take care, Chris

Happy Thursday GSL……here is your GSL School Update for May 8, 2025.

Parents/students…..please check the lost and found for any items that may be yours. Items will be left out until the last week in May and then things will be cleaned out. This is a friendly reminder to put names on items to help identify things. Thank you.

Starz of Tomorrow Baseball Camp
This camp is an awesome opportunity for our youth baseball players. Join the “Staz of Tomorrow Baseball Academy for an unforgettable day of skills training, games, and fun. Open to all baseball players ages 14 and under. June 4th from 10:00-3:00 PM out at the Security Bank and Trust Baseball/Softball Complex at GSL High School. Check out more information with the attachment. You can register with the link below.
https://www.starzbaseballcamp.com/camps/detail.php?campid=193

Check out GSL Night at the Ball Park…..join the GSL Booster Club for a night at the ballpark on Friday, May 9, 2025. Please see the attachment for more information. It’s going to be a great night a baseball and supporting our very own booster club. Check it out!

LAST CALL FOR HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK ORDERS! Order online at GSLyearbook.com by May 28th. Please contact Ms. Braun with any questions at abraun@gslpanthers.net

There is still time to order your 2024-2025 junior high yearbook!
We will be taking orders until May 15th. To purchase your junior high yearbook, follow the link below.
The cost is $21 plus tax
http://www.buytheyearbook.com/
school code:723838
If you have questions, please contact Ms. Blazinski: lblazinski@gsl.k12.mn.us

Check out the information on the upcoming “Bike Rodeo” for our students being held at GSL High School on May 20th, from 5-7. Free Bike Helmet for those that need it. Let’s make this summer a safe one!!

Watch out for staging areas in and around school while our roof project is happening. Starting on May 19, there will be a little different route by the drop-off area at Lincoln. Please take it slow and follow the cones. There will be an area blocked off so they can have access to the west side of the roof by door 14. I would encourage drop-offs on 16th Street for the reminder of the school year. Thank you.

Next Friday, May 16, GSL will be hosting the “mock crash” that was rescheduled from last month. Please note that you will be seeing emergency vehicles in and around school. Please note that this is all part of the drill and event.

Make it a great Friday and have a wonderful weekend……Happy Mother’s Day to all the mom’s out there!!! Take care, Chris

Happy Cinco De Mayo……..here is your GSL School Update for May 5, 2025. Let’s make it a great week!

Did you know that Cinco De Mayo actually commemorates the Mexican army’s victory of the French Empire at the Battel of Puebla back on this date in 1862. It is a celebration of resilience and resistance. Mexico’s Independence Day is on September 16. A little FYI for today!!

Happy National Teachers Day tomorrow…..we thank you and recognize all of our educators on this day! Thank you for all you do!

Reminder that on May 7th, GSL will be having a half school day for staff development for our staff.

GSL Night at the Ball Park…..join the GSL Booster Club for a night at the ballpark on Friday, May 9, 2025. Please see the attachment for more information. It’s going to be a great night a baseball and supporting our very own booster club. Check it out!

LAST CALL FOR HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK ORDERS! Order online at GSLyearbook.com by May 28th. Please contact Ms. Braun with any questions at abraun@gslpanthers.net

Check out the information on the upcoming “Bike Rodeo” for our students being held at GSL High School on May 20th, from 5-7. Free Bike Helmet for those that need it. Let’s make this summer a safe one!!

BOOK FAIR: Tuesday, May 6th at Lincoln Elementary School ……it is a BOGO, “Buy one Get one Free” bookfair in the Silver Gym from 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. You are all welcome to check it out!

Still time to “Sponsor a Senior” ……check out the attachment for more information.

Reminder to watch out for the staging areas around the school as our roof project has started. I love how at times, our students spend time watching the work while out at recess!!

Community Garden Information
Want to start a garden and don’t have any space? Consider renting a plot at the Glencoe Community Gardens supported by Together We are Glencoe.
Reach out to Emily, our garden coordinator to reserve your plot at 320-864-1768 or via email at emily.queen@mcleodcountymn.gov
To learn about the community garden plots, visit our garden website at https://nowopen.wixsite.com/glencoemngardens
To learn more about Together We are Glencoe here https://www.facebook.com/togetherweareglencoe You can click on link below for more information.

There is still time to order your 2024-2025 junior high yearbook!
We will be taking orders until May 15th. To purchase your junior high yearbook, follow the link below.
The cost is $21 plus tax
http://www.buytheyearbook.com/
school code:723838
If you have questions, please contact Ms. Blazinski: lblazinski@gsl.k12.mn.us

Have a great weekend GSL thank you for being a part of our district. Take care, Chris

Hard to believe it is May? Happy May to all of you. Here is your GSL School Update for May 2, 2025. Have a great Friday and thank you for being a part of GSL.

Reminder to all that GSL will have our final ½ day on May 7, 2025. The last day of class for our students will be May 28, 2025.

Reminder to watch out for the staging areas around the school as our roof project has started. I love how at times, our students spend time watching the work while out at recess!!

Check out the application to “Sponsor a Senior” ……it’s a new program will help raise a little money for scholarships for the Class of 2025. We want to show our graduates that our business community supports our students. So far the response has been outstanding, thank you. There is still time if you want to participate. Please see the attachment for more information and let me know by May 9, 2025.

Community Garden Information
Want to start a garden and don’t have any space? Consider renting a plot at the Glencoe Community Gardens supported by Together We are Glencoe.
Reach out to Emily, our garden coordinator to reserve your plot at 320-864-1768 or via email at emily.queen@mcleodcountymn.gov
To learn about the community garden plots, visit our garden website at https://nowopen.wixsite.com/glencoemngardens
To learn more about Together We are Glencoe here https://www.facebook.com/togetherweareglencoe You can click on link below for more information.

GSL Night at the Ball Park…..join the GSL Booster Club for a night at the ballpark on Friday, May 9, 2025. Please see the attachment for more information. It’s going to be a great night a baseball and supporting our very own booster club. Check it out!

There is still time to order your 2024-2025 junior high yearbook!
We will be taking orders until May 15th. To purchase your junior high yearbook, follow the link below.
The cost is $21 plus tax
http://www.buytheyearbook.com/
school code:723838
If you have questions, please contact Ms. Blazinski: lblazinski@gsl.k12.mn.us

Have a great weekend GSL thank you for being a part of our district. Take care, Chris

Happy Monday GSL……. here is a GSL School Update for today, April 21, 2025. Let’s make it a great week.

Reminder that GSL will host a “Mock Crash” on Thursday, April 24th. You will see emergency vehicles in and around school around noon or so until 2:00 PM. This is all a part of the drill. Thank you.

Community Garden Information
Want to start a garden and don’t have any space? Consider renting a plot at the Glencoe Community Gardens supported by Together We are Glencoe.
Reach out to Emily, our garden coordinator to reserve your plot at 320-864-1768 or via email at emily.queen@mcleodcountymn.gov
To learn about the community garden plots visit our garden website at https://nowopen.wixsite.com/glencoemngardens
To learn more about Together We are Glencoe here https://www.facebook.com/togetherweareglencoe You can click on link below for more information.
English Garden.png
Spanish Garden.png

There is still time to order your 2024-2025 junior high yearbook!
We will be taking orders until May 15th. To purchase your junior high yearbook, follow the link below.
The cost is $21 plus tax
http://www.buytheyearbook.com/
school code:723838
If you have questions, please contact Ms. Blazinski: lblazinski@gsl.k12.mn.us

Interested in joining Girl Scouts…..please click on the link below to learn more.
Girl Scouts.pdf

The students going on the 2026 trip to Peru will be selling GSL blankets during the junior high and senior high lunches from April 21st-25th. They will also be on sale before the band and choir concerts on May 5th, 12th, and 19th. The blankets are $30 and measure 60″ x 70″. Cash and check payments accepted. Email Ashley Braun at abraun@gslpanthers.net for further information.
GSL Blanket Fundraiser.png

For those that have children going into kindergarten for the start of the 2025-2026 school year and you have not officially registered, please do so when possible. Getting accurate numbers helps with planning. Thank you.

Thank you all for being a part of GSL. Take care, Chris

Hello GSL – here is your GSL School Update for March 27, 2025…..Have a great Friday and weekend.

This Saturday is the annual Tim Orth basketball celebration to help children and families with financial support that are in need. Hopefully you’ve seen some of the stories in the local paper.…. There is a 3 on 3 tournament starting at 9:00 AM, a free basketball clinic starting at 2:00 PM and an all-star basketball game later that evening, all take place at GSL High School. Please see the flyer for more information.

FYI for the residents of the City of Silver Lake………Street construction will tentatively start on June 2, 2025, starting at Lake Avenue (from Gehlen Drive to Cleveland Street) and Merril Street. This portion of the should be completed by the time school starts. The City of Silver Lake will continue to communicate with the School District on how this will impact the start of school in the fall of 2025. At this time, FYI for the residents of Silver Lake.

This is a reminder that GSL will have an early dismissal on April 2. We will also have an early dismissal on April 17 for teacher training. GSL WILL have school on April 21st due to the snow day on March 5, 2025.

Prom 2025 Check out information for this year’s Prom
Students: Permission slips are due by 4/4 to the high school office. Extra forms can be found in the high school office. Below is the direct link to the form.
https://forms.gle/uagjyj7WQ8jdKsoHA
Parents: We need your help! In order to accomplish all of the activities we have planned for prom we NEED adult chaperones. Traditionally, parents of sophomores are encouraged to volunteer but we are happy to have anyone willing to join us. Here is the LINK to sign up. Please consider this opportunity because without your help some of our events will not be able to happen.

If you would like to directly donate to After Prom, please do so via Venmo @GSL-AfterProm.
Questions?
Grand March & Prom → Emily Konerza: ekonerza@gsl.k12.mn.us
After Prom → Amy Bargmann: ajbargmann@gmail.com

Looking ahead……………….GSL will have our roof project starting in a few weeks. The plan is to have as minimal disruption to the school day and summer plans as possible. With that being said, there will be some noise, staging areas that take up space, and certainly some inconveniences to our day-to-day schedule. We will certainly continue to communicate with you on things as we move along but wanted to give you a little FYI on things now. Thank you again to our stakeholders for your support of this important facilities project.

Also, on April 24, grades 10-12 will be viewing a “Mock Crash” from about 1:00-2:00 PM. This event is put on by McLeod County’s TZD (Toward Zero Deaths) Coalition once every three years. This event simulates an actual crash and all the steps our first responders take to assist if such an event happens in real life. The mock crash will take place out front by the field house. If for whatever reason your child does not want to participate, we understand and will find a place for them during this time at school. The purpose of this email is to inform all families that this will be happening in the north parking lot on April 24, 2025.

Finally, here’s my piece of advice as I sign off for this week……students, please make sure you are getting to school and going to class on time!! Being here is so important to your success as a student! Good attendance is a success trait, and we need our students to be at school. Don’t skip, only miss because of a legitimate, excused reason! Be here GSL and good things will happen!!

Thanks for listening. Take care, Chris

Hello GSL…..Here is your GSL School Update for today, Thursday, March 6, 2025…..Let’s make it a great Friday Panthers!!! Sorry, it’s a little late!

With the snow day yesterday, GSL will be making up that day on April 21, 2025. Let’s hope our weather will cooperate the rest of the school year.

Prom 2025 Check out information for this year’s Prom
Students: Permission slips are due by 4/4 to the high school office. Extra forms can be found in the high school office. Below is the direct link to the form.
https://forms.gle/uagjyj7WQ8jdKsoHA
Parents: We need your help! In order to accomplish all of the activities we have planned for prom we NEED adult chaperones. Traditionally, parents of sophomores are encouraged to volunteer but we are happy to have anyone willing to join us. Here is the LINK to sign up. Please consider this opportunity because without your help some of our events will not be able to happen.

If you would like to directly donate to After Prom, please do so via Venmo @GSL-AfterProm.
Questions?
Grand March & Prom → Emily Konerza: ekonerza@gsl.k12.mn.us
After Prom → Amy Bargmann: ajbargmann@gmail.com

A BIG congratulations to our GSL Knowledge Bowl team…..we are sending TWO teams to the state tournament next month. Pretty awesome! Way to go!!

Hoop notes
Congratulations to the boys basketball team and their win tonight. They will play Monday night, in Mankato starting around 8:00 PM. You can purchase presale tickets at the field house starting tomorrow and up until noon on Monday. $5.00 for students and $10.00 for adults. Best of luck!

Congratulations once again to our girls’ basketball team and their win last night. They will play for the section championship on Friday night in Mankato. Pre-sale tickets will be available at the Panther Field House until noon on Friday, March 7, 2025. $5.00 for students and $10.00 for adults. Best of luck!

YEARBOOK INFORMATION
High school yearbooks (grades 9-12) are on sale for the discounted price of $45 through March 15th. Orders can be placed at gslyearbook.com. Please email abraun@gslpanthers.net with any questions.

Now is a great time to order your 2024-2025 junior high yearbook!
To purchase your junior high yearbook, follow the link below.
The cost is $21 plus tax
http://www.buytheyearbook.com/
school code:723838…..please contact Ms. Blazinski at lblazinski@gsl.k12.mn.us if you have any questions.

Elementary Yearbooks for 2024-2025 are now on sale for $18 and can be ordered online using the following link and code:
Ybpay.com ID Code: 6042125
The DEADLINE TO ORDER IS TUESDAY, APRIL 8th. Paper forms are being sent out as well if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Should you have any questions, please contact Tammy Mrkvicka at tmrkvicka@gsl.k12.mn.us

Music Fundraiser…..see information below.
The Glencoe-Silver Lake High School Music Department is hosting the 3rd Annual Mattress Fundraiser on Sunday, March 23rd, from 11am to 5pm. Please see the attachment for more information. If you have specific questions on the mattress, please contact Missy Yelton of Custom Fundraising Solutions at cfstwincities@gmail.com.

A special event…..come to the Community Film Night at GSL at the Community Room on March 13, 2025, from 4:30-6:30……..it is an opportunity to connect with Glencoe residents who are passionate about making our community better. Check out the flyer for more information. It’s going to be a lot of fun!!

Have a great rest of your night. Take care, Chris

Happy 1st day of Tri III GSL……Let’s make it a great tri! Have a great week.

***Please note……. The boys basketball game tonight will start at 5:30 PM. …. This is a change from the original 7:00 PM start. Best of luck! ***

Congratulations once again to our girls’ basketball team and their win last night. They will play for the section championship on Friday night in Mankato. Pre-sale tickets will be available at the Panther Field House until noon on Friday, March 7, 2025. $5.00 for students and $10.00 for adults. Best of luck!

Need some Buffalo Wild Wings? Grab some BWW in Hutchinson on Wednesday, March 5 to support GSL BPA by mentioning GSL BPA. Dine in and to-go orders count!

YEARBOOK INFORMATION
High school yearbooks (grades 9-12) are on sale for the discounted price of $45 through March 15th. Orders can be placed at gslyearbook.com. Please email abraun@gslpanthers.net with any questions.

Now is a great time to order your 2024-2025 junior high yearbook!
To purchase your junior high yearbook, follow the link below.
The cost is $21 plus tax
http://www.buytheyearbook.com/
school code:723838…..please contact Ms. Blazinski at lblazinski@gsl.k12.mn.us if you have any questions.

Elementary Yearbooks for 2024-2025 are now on sale for $18 and can be ordered online using the following link and code:
Ybpay.com ID Code: 6042125
The DEADLINE TO ORDER IS TUESDAY, APRIL 8th. Paper forms are being sent out as well if you prefer to pay by check or cash. Should you have any questions, please contact Tammy Mrkvicka at tmrkvicka@gsl.k12.mn.us

Music Fundraiser…..see information below.
The Glencoe-Silver Lake High School Music Department is hosting the 3rd Annual Mattress Fundraiser on Sunday, March 23rd, from 11am to 5pm. Please see the attachment for more information. If you have specific questions on the mattress, please contact Missy Yelton of Custom Fundraising Solutions at cfstwincities@gmail.com.

A special event…..come to the Community Film Night at GSL at the Community Room on March 13, 2025, from 4:30-6:30……..it is an opportunity to connect with Glencoe residents who are passionate about making our community better. Check out the flyer for more information. It’s going to be a lot of fun!!

Let’s make it a great week GSL. Take care, Chris