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

GSL School Update for February 20, 2025…. Happy Thursday.

Thank you to all of our families for your flexibility with the last two days being a two-hour late schedule. Looks like warmer temperatures ahead.

Parents…..here is another reminder for our attendance lines:
Jr. High and High School 320-864-2400 then press #1
Lakeside Elementary School 320-864-2500 then press #1
Lincoln Elementary School 320-864-2665 Leave child’s name, teacher and reason

All students, looking for a new book to read for enjoyment…..send me the name of the author and the title and I’ll see what I can do to get it for you…..the more you read the more you know!!! Literacy is the foundation for ALL subjects!!

Students is grades 7-12, if you need extra help, please visit the ECL club after school in the high school media center from 3:30-4:30 PM. We are here to help. Your grades matter and we are here to help you do well!!

Stop in at the ice-skating rink in Glencoe and Skate or Sled with a Cop tonight, February 20 from 5-7 PM!! Free hot chocolate and cookies and other snacks for purchase in the warming house.

Families….if you have a new address, email, or phone number to please contact Chery Templin (ctemplin@gsl.k12.mn.us) with your information. We want to make sure we have accurate information for all of our students. If you need to change or update contact information for a student’s emergency contacts, please talk to the building secretary where you child goes to school.
7-12 grade parents who are not using the IC parent portal and want to get set up, please email Cheryl Templin to set that up. (See email address above) .

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 attachment for more information. If you have specific questions on the mattress, please contact Missy Yelton of Custom Fundraising Solutions at cfstwincities@gmail.com.

7-12 Spring Activities Online Registration is now open: www.gsl.k12.mn.us > Athletics/Activities > 7-12 Online Activities Registration. The activities meeting are tonight starting at 6:30 PM.

Looking for a fun event………Arctic Shootout LLC is hosting the first-ever SnoCross Snowmobile Races at the McLeod County Fairgrounds on Saturday, March 1st and Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. This event is expected to draw significant attendance from across the region and proceeds will directly benefit local schools. These donations will help fund tools, equipment, and resources that enhance hands-on learning for students. Get your tickets at the door and mark your calendar for this fun event.

Thank you for being a part of GSL. We have a great school, and we are thankful you are a part of it. Take care, Chris

GSL School Update for February 13, 2025…..Let’s make it a great rest of your week……. Happy Valentine’s Day everyone.

Parents…..here is another reminder for our attendance lines:
Jr. High and High School 320-864-2400 then press #1
Lakeside Elementary School 320-864-2500 then press #1
Lincoln Elementary School 320-864-2665 Leave child’s name, teacher and reason

All students, looking for a new book to read for enjoyment…..send me the name of the author and the title and I’ll see what I can do to get it for you…..the more you read the more you know!!! Literacy is the foundation for ALL subjects!!

Students is grades 7-12, if you need extra help, please visit the ECL club after school in the high school media center from 3:30-4:30 PM. We are here to help. Your grades matter and we are here to help you do well!!

Stop in at the ice-skating rink in Glencoe and Skate or Sled with a Cop on February 20 from 5-7 PM!! Please see the flyer for more information. Free hot chocolate and cookies and other snacks for purchase in the warming house.

Families….if you have a new address, email, or phone number to please contact Chery Templin (ctemplin@gsl.k12.mn.us) with your information. We want to make sure we have accurate information for all of our students. If you need to change or update contact information for a student’s emergency contacts, please talk to the building secretary where you child goes to school.

7-12 grade parents who are not using the IC parent portal and want to get set up, please email Cheryl Templin to set that up. (See email address above) .

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 attachment for more information. If you have specific questions on the mattress, please contact Missy Yelton of Custom Fundraising Solutions at cfstwincities@gmail.com.

Check out the fundraiser for the Glencoe Lions, who directly support GSL. Dad’s Belgian Waffles will be on sale this Sunday, February 16, 2025, from 9-noon. Check out the flyer for more information.

7-12 Spring Activities Online Registration is now open: www.gsl.k12.mn.us > Athletics/Activities > 7-12 Online Activities Registration.

Looking for a fun event………Arctic Shootout LLC is hosting the first-ever SnoCross Snowmobile Races at the McLeod County Fairgrounds on Saturday, March 1st and Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. This event is expected to draw significant attendance from across the region and proceeds will directly benefit local schools. These donations will help fund tools, equipment, and resources that enhance hands-on learning for students. Get your tickets at the door and mark your calendar for this fun event.

Thank you for being a part of GSL. We have a great school, and we are thankful you are a part of it. Take care, Chris

Hello GSL……..Here is your GSL School Update for February 6, 2025. Make it a great rest of your day and Friday. Thank you for being a part of GSL.

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. If you have specific questions on the mattress, please contact Missy Yelton of Custom Fundraising Solutions at cfstwincities@gmail.com.

Check out the fundraiser for the Glencoe Lions, who directly support GSL. Dad’s Belgian Waffles will be on sale on Sunday, February 16, 2025, from 9-noon.

ALL Elementary students….and everyone for that matter……..
The GSL Panther boys varsity basketball team invites you to a poster signing following their game vs New London-Spicer this Friday, February 7. Posters will be provided. Come to cheer on both the girls and boys teams – and stay after for autographs! Let’s go Panthers!

Thank you again for your flexibility for the early release day yesterday. Our next on will be April 2 and then again on April 17. These are for the training of our staff with the new READ ACT legislation. Reminder that there is no school on March 3rd. It is the end of the trimester, and we have a staff workshop day.

7-12 Spring Activities Online Registration is now open: www.gsl.k12.mn.us > Athletics/Activities > 7-12 Online Activities Registration.

Looking for a fun event………Arctic Shootout LLC is hosting the first-ever SnoCross Snowmobile Races at the McLeod County Fairgrounds on Saturday, March 1st and Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. This event is expected to draw significant attendance from across the region and proceeds will directly benefit local schools. These donations will help fund tools, equipment, and resources that enhance hands-on learning for students. Get your tickets at the door and mark your calendar for this fun event.

Have a great Friday and make it a wonderful weekend. Take care, Chris

Hello GSL…..here is your GSL School Update for January 30, 2025. Hard to believe that tomorrow is the last day of January…..Bring on February and “I love to read” month……and again, if your child would like a new book to read, have them send me an email with the name of the title and author and I’ll see what I can do to get it for them……. They can keep it and enjoy it!!!

Remember to continue to check the website and the activity scheduler for the most up-to-date changes on any extracurricular activities. With a couple of school closures this year, we’ve had to move some activities.

7-12 Spring Activities Online Registration is now open: www.gsl.k12.mn.us > Athletics/Activities > 7-12 Online Activities Registration…. It is hard to believe that our spring seasons are just around the corner.

Looking ahead to next week…..February 5th will be our next ½ day for staff development. Please mark your calendar for that. Thank you for your flexibility with this as we implement Literacy Training for our staff as a part of the READ ACT through the State of Minnesota.

Looking for a fun event………Arctic Shootout LLC is hosting the first-ever SnoCross Snowmobile Races at the McLeod County Fairgrounds on Saturday, March 1st and Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. This event is expected to draw significant attendance from across the region and proceeds will directly benefit local schools. These donations will help fund tools, equipment, and resources that enhance hands-on learning for students. Get your tickets at the door and mark your calendar for this fun event.

Kindergarten Round-up will be happening at GSL on March 6th from 4:30-6:30 PM at Lincoln Elementary School. Let your journey begin!!

Yearbook information
Senior yearbook submissions are due Saturday, February 1st. Students should submit 3 things to the Google Forms at gslyearbook.com. Any questions can be sent to Ms. Braun at abraun@gslpanthers.net.
1) Senior Photo
2) Baby/Childhood Photo
3) Answer to the Senior Question

Let’s make it a great Friday and have a wonderful weekend. Take care, Chris

Hello GSL…..here is your GSL School Update for January 24, 2025. I hope you all have a great weekend. We will see everyone back here on Monday.

Remember to continue to check the website and the activity scheduler for the most up-to-date changes on any extracurricular activities. With a couple of school closures this year, we’ve had to move some activities.

Thank you all for your understanding with the school closure on Tuesday. That was the last E learning day that the district does. If there is a school closure, the days will be made up per that district calendar.

Our next ½ day for staff development will be on February 5th.

Please make sure you are driving slow and safe in and around school…..and everywhere for that matter, and please make sure you are wearing hats and gloves AND a winter coat!! If anybody needs a coat, we can see what we have in our wings closet. Please send me an email.

Looking ahead…….Arctic Shootout LLC is hosting the first-ever SnoCross Snowmobile Races at the McLeod County Fairgrounds on Saturday, March 1st and Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. This event is expected to draw significant attendance from across the region. The proceeds from this event will directly benefit local schools. These donations will help fund tools, equipment, and resources that enhance hands-on learning for students. Get you tickets at the door……mark your calendars for this fun event.

Yearbook information
Senior yearbook submissions are due Saturday, February 1st. Students should submit 3 things to the Google Forms at gslyearbook.com. Any questions can be sent to Ms. Braun at abraun@gslpanthers.net.
1) Senior Photo
2) Baby/Childhood Photo
3) Answer to the Senior Question

Have a great weekend GSL. Take care, Chris

Hello GSL – here is your GSL School Update for January 15, 2025…..Have a great night!

GSL 7-12 grade has a wonderful opportunity tomorrow to listen to a very good speaker during the school day. Hamish Brewer will be here spread his message on “relentless leadership”. We are very fortunate to get this experience for our students. Learn more about Mr. Brewer at hamishbrewer.com. I encourage all students and staff to wear their “GET TO” shirts tomorrow at school!!

Yearbook information
Senior yearbook submissions are due Saturday, February 1st. Students should submit 3 things to the Google Forms at gslyearbook.com. Any questions can be sent to Ms. Braun at abraun@gslpanthers.net.
1) Senior Photo
2) Baby/Childhood Photo
3) Answer to the Senior Question

Girls on the Run is looking for a Head Coach…see below for more information!
Let’s bring Girls on the Run back to GSL for a 3rd season! We are looking for a Head Coach for Spring 2025 so we can make it happen. We also have space for another assistant coach or two. You do not need to be a runner!
• Coach info and registration: https://www.gotrmn.org/coach
• Program info: https://www.gotrmn.org/
• GSL spring season info – SEE ATTACHMENT
You can also contact Stefanie Jacques with questions: Stefaniej29@gmail.com

Summer Trips in 2027….see below
Exciting news – we have more seats available on our Summer 2027 trip to Scotland and Ireland! In case you missed our first informational meeting, come learn about our itinerary, activities, academic opportunities, and the cost of the trip (and discounts!) at our meeting. Find meeting details below:
· Date: January 22nd
· Time: 6:00pm
· Location: Room 304 It will be a great opportunity!!

Please register for the meeting here: https://bit.ly/49yxU7f
Looking forward to seeing you soon!
Thanks, Brea Wiblemo

Reminder that if you child wants a book to read for enjoyment, send me the author and title and I will see what I can do to get it!! Reading opens up worlds!!

Let’s make it a great rest of your week GSL. If you ever miss my update, you can certainly check out my blog which is on my page of the district. Thank you and take care, Chris

Happy New Year GSL…..here’s to a great new year!!

Hey students, need a new book to enjoy? Please send me the name of the book and the author and I’ll see what I can do to get it for you! What a great deal!

Attendance Lines for parents to have once again:
Jr. High and High School 320-864-2400 then press #1
Lakeside Elementary School 320-864-2500 then press #1
Lincoln Elementary School 320-864-2665 Leave child’s name, teacher and reason

January Calendar
• January 2 Classes start up again for 2025
• January 8 Half Day for teacher in-service
• January 20 No School – MLK Day

I’ll leave you with this…….”You become unstoppable when you work on things people can’t take away from you…..Things like you character, habits, mindset, and attitude. GET TO mindset Panthers!!

Let’s make 2025 great!! Take care, Chris