We are gathering names of children that will be attending Kindergarten the fall of 2020 (must be 5 years old by August 31, 2020). If you have a child that age, please click on the link provided and fill out the Kindergarten Survey so we can forward information to you regarding Kindergarten Rodeo on March 13th.https://docs.google.com/forms/... READ MORE >
The 231 Way Podcast was LIVE on location at Union Station with the GEHS Top 20 Battle of the Brains Finalists! The students and instructor, Mrs. Hunting, provide insight into their project. LIVE stream can be found here:Listen to it here or download it on your mobile device! http://bit.ly/2D8tCpM READ MORE >
This week's episode of The 231 Way, features new elementary principals Jennie Adrian and Katie Beach. We discuss what year one has been and how they have transitioned from their previous buildings. Listen to it here or download it on your mobile device! http://bit.ly/2D8tCpM READ MORE >
USD 231, City of Gardner and Gardner PD Team-Up to Educate Primary Students On Tuesday, November 12, 2019 employees of the City of Gardner and the Gardner Police Department came to Grand Star Elementary to present a program on gun safety and awareness for Kindergarten through Second Grade students. The Eddie Eagle GunSafe® program is a gun accident prevention... READ MORE >
The new episode of The 231 Way Podcast is out! Join co-hosts, Evan Orozco, Ben Boothe, and Ryan Colston, visit with Tanise Smith, USD 231 Co-Responder, Jessica Murphy, Johnson County Co-Responder Team Leader, and Melissa McIntire, Coordinator of Student Support Services, about the new co-responder program in the Gardner Edgerton School District and how it is... READ MORE >
This week, we discussed the GEHS Fall Musical, Into the Woods, with a few cast members. We learn more about the challenges of putting on this production in a live setting, what the cast most like about their characters, and how much they really know about fairy tales. Listen to it here or download on your mobile device! http://bit.ly/2D8tCpM READ MORE >
Part 2 of The 231 Way podcast with Gardner Edgerton alumnus, Isabella Mullins, is out! Her story is amazing and it is great to see a GEHS graduate doing something great! Listen to it here or download on your mobile device! http://bit.ly/2D8tCpM READ MORE >
USD 231 is hiring! We are searching for motivated individuals to fill the following positions: Para EducatorSubstitute TeacherCustodianNutrition Service Assistant If interested, please apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/gardneredgerton/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp READ MORE >
USD 231 is hiring! We are searching for motivated individuals to fill the following positions: Para EducatorSubstitute TeacherCustodianNutrition Service Assistant If interested, please apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/gardneredgerton/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp READ MORE >
Season 2, Episode 2 of The 231 Way!Co-Hosts, Kenna Dehn, Logan Krauskopf, Ben Boothe, and Ryan Colston, visit with GEHS English teacher and head boy's track coach, Brian McGee, about the state champion boys track team, offseason conditioning, tenents of the GEHS track program, and his knowledge related to the guy who starred in that downhill skiing movie.Listen to... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Malinda Gatlin, third grade teacher at Grand Star Elementary, she was selected as the first quarter USD 231 Shining Star! READ MORE >
The Gardner Edgerton Zero Reasons Why Online Store is now open! Zero Reasons Why is a campaign started by the six superintendents in Johnson County to promote mental health education and suicide prevention. All USD 231 students in grades 5-12 were given t-shirts as a symbol to support this campaign and meet the needs of our students. Click the flyer below to... READ MORE >
We had an assembly to recognize the hard work students have been putting into their daily routines. READ MORE >
Meet Tanise, a mental health co-responder from Johnson County Mental Health Center who is a part of our district. Tanise works with students who may be having a mental health crisis, then often follows-up with them and/or their families in person or by phone to check in on how they’re doing. Having Tanise onboard will help us to provide the right intervention at... READ MORE >
Good afternoon, GSE and TRMS Families. Please know that, due to unforeseen circumstances, the City of Gardner has rescheduled road work to be completed on Grand Street. Originally scheduled for Saturday, this work will now take place on Friday, August 9, 2019. Unfortunately, this work will prevent us from opening GSE and TRMS on Friday. We apologize for any... READ MORE >
Our first day of school will be Tuesday, August 13th. This will be a half day and students will be dismissed at 11:25. Lunch will not be served on this day. Our first full day will be on Wednesday. READ MORE >
Come meet your teacher on Monday, August 12th from 5:30-6:30. You are welcome to drop off your school supplies during this time. We can't wait to see you! READ MORE >
Gardner Edgerton USD 231 schools reopen their doors to students on Tuesday, August 13. We have compiled almost everything you will need - from immunizations to bus route information - in one location related to the start of the 2019-20 school year. We will be updating this page with information throughout the summer so check back for... READ MORE >
Enrollment for returning students opens at 9:00am on Monday, July 1, 2019. Returning families should access Skyward to complete the online process for the 2019-2020 school year. Returning students should access enrollment via this link: New students should review this site for additional details:... READ MORE >
Students in the Transition Readiness and Independent Living Skills (TRAILS) program at Gardner Edgerton High School participated in a graduation ceremony. Led by Emily Whitecotton, TRAILS Instructor, seven students successfully completed their education and are moving on to new adventures. Congratulations graduates and best of luck!@gehsblazers READ MORE >
GARDNER EDGERTON DISTRICT ADDING MENTAL HEALTH RESPONDER The Gardner Edgerton School District has agreed to embed a full-time mental health co-responder in the school system during the upcoming academic year, providing immediate help to students during crisis situations. Clinical co-responders already are available to most police agencies in the county, but... READ MORE >
Today, May 8, 2019, is National School Nurse Day!Our nurses optimize student health and learning every day of the year. But, on National School Nurse Day, we take special time to celebrate and recognize the contributions they make to the health and learning of our 6,100 students. Why is a school nurse so important, you may ask...The number of students with complex... READ MORE >
If you haven't done so already, be sure to check out the Season One Finale of 'The 231 Way'. Co-Hosts, Ben Boothe and Ryan Colston, visit with GEHS seniors Calvin Schoendaller, Jade Haney, and Landon Cain. Our senior co-hosts from season one of 'The 231 Way' stop by to visit about their time on the show, what they learned, and details related to their future... READ MORE >
First through fourth grade EL students celebrated the Lao New Year with a traditional water festival. A student was chosen from each level to respectfully pour water on their teacher. Then they squirted water on each other. The water represents peace and a long life. Lao New year is a 3-day celebration in April each year. READ MORE >
On Wednesday, April 11, 2019, the Culinary Arts students, led by Chef Anne Cort, hosted the annual GEHS Scholarship Breakfast. Students arrived as early as 7:00 a.m. to prepare a breakfast consisting of egg casserole, bacon, sausage, muffins, fruit, crepes, and cake. The breakfast is held to honor donors of scholarships. The breakfast, hosted each spring, is a... READ MORE >
2019 Summer Extravaganza Enrollment Open! USD 231 Summer Extravaganza enrollment is now open! Each summer, many USD 231 students take advantage of the opportunity to enrich their lives through Summer Programming, and this summer is no different. Once again, fun and engaging classes will be offered during the summer months for student enjoyment. The... READ MORE >
You are invited! We want to teach our Grand Star students about various jobs in the community. If you as a parent are available April 26th, 2019 from 2-3 pm we would love for you to present to our kids! Sign up here! READ MORE >
Incoming Kindergarteners for the 2019-2020 school year!We are now gathering names of children that will attend Grand Star as a Kindergartner in the fall of 2019. If you have a child, know of a neighbor, or have a friend that will be in Kindergarten this fall, please go to our website and click on the Kindergarten Survey Link and fill out the form or contact our... READ MORE >