Wishing our Ram Fam a safe, joyful, and red-white-and-RAmazing 4th of July! 🎆🌭 Here's to celebrating freedom, unity, and the power of community!

📸 Connecting the unconnected to create the unexpected. Our Ram Fam is making the most of summer—resting, exploring, and recharging. Stay connected as we continue to share their moments each week. ☀️🐏

📖 Storytime with Dr. Newton!
Join our Superintendent, Dr. Lindsey Newton, for a special read-aloud at the Augusta Library TOMORROW—Tuesday, July 1st at 10:30 AM. We can’t wait to see our Ram Fam readers there!

Parents/Guardians of 6th, 7th and 8th graders,
We are excited to offer 20 more students the chance to participate in the Barn Theatre’s Backstage Xperience, thanks to a generous grant from the Galesburg-Augusta Community School Foundation. This grant covers the cost of our chaperones, and the Barn Theatre to offer this incredible program free to students.
We will be attend My Fair Lady on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Complete the google form and send the completed waiver to Jessica Eberstein to sign your student up for this great experience by Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
Tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at Jessica.eberstein@garams.org.
Thank you for your cooperation!
https://forms.gle/dAZpzr3RZUYX7HLe8
Waiver: https://5il.co/3kgr0
📅 Mark Your Calendars, Ram Fam! ❤️💛
Stay ahead this school year with all the key dates in one place—first day of school, count days, and school breaks. Save it, share it, and get ready for an amazing 2025–2026 school year!
G-AEA is still finalizing these calendar dates. Updates expected by the start of the school year. Dates may change. Visit g-aschools.org for the latest info.

The sunshine keeps shining and so do our staff! ☀️ Check out more snapshots from the Ram Fam as they enjoy a well-earned summer break. 📸

🎉 Greater Galesburg Days start TODAY!
From garage sales to parades, movies, food, games, and more — there's something for everyone all weekend long in downtown Galesburg!
📍 Today & Tomorrow:
🛍️ Garage Sales at the Congregational Church — 9 AM to 4 PM
📍 Friday Night:
🎬 Bolt — Movie in the Park @ 9 PM
📍 Saturday:
🎈 Parade, 🍳 Breakfast, 🌭 Lunch, 🎯 Corn Hole Tournament, 🍦 Ice Cream Social, 🎪 Bounce Houses, 💦 Foam Party, 🎥 Daddy Day Care and so much more!
📌 Check the flyer for all the details — we’ll see you downtown!

Connecting the unconnected to create the unexpected. 📸 Every Wednesday this summer, stay connected with the Ram Fam as our staff share snapshots of how they’re spending their break—from soaking up the sun to relaxing and recharging. ☀️

THIS FRIDAY!
📚 Galesburg-Charleston Memorial District Library
Reading & Craft with Dr. Newton!
🎨 Thursday, June 20th @ 1:00 PM
📍 Galesburg-Charleston Memorial District Library
Come enjoy a story read by Dr. Lindsey Newton, Superintendent of Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools, followed by a fun craft activity!

📚✏️ Even during the summer months, our dedicated Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools teachers are hard at work! From curriculum mapping to engaging in Project-Based Learning professional development in Grand Rapids, they're preparing meaningful learning experiences for our students. A big thank you to Eaton/Cummins for their generous support in making these opportunities possible. Your investment in our educators is an investment in our kids! 💙💛 #GAPride #LifelongLearning #ThankYouEatonCummins
🎉 Happy 3rd Birthday to Scampi, our beloved therapy dog at G-A Primary! 🐾❤️
Even though school is out, G-A is still here to support our Ram Fam! 🍉🥗🍞
Thanks to the G-A Summer Lunch Program, Meet Up & Eat Up meals will be available for pick-up every Wednesday at Galesburg-Augusta High School from 11 AM – 1 PM.
Let us know you’re coming! Fill out the form below. 👇
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRBLO4TAfYQcEmwwwm0gpr0-YzaTWdjoDeJbtEVmzoEh5OcA/viewform

Just a reminder that the Middle School Participation Fee will be increasing from $25 to $30 and the High School Participation Fee will be increasing from $50 to $55. The increase will start with our fall sports. This increase will help fund FinalForms. Please make sure you have created a FinalForms account for at least one parent and each of your student-athletes. As always, please reach out to the high school athletic director, Mike Woodard (michael.woodard@garams.org or 269-217-8230) if you have any questions,
Wishing the very best to Leslie Banghart, Stacey Ryder, and Tia Travis as they retire!
Your dedication has left a lasting impact on the Ram Fam. Thank you for your years of service and enjoy this next chapter—you’ve earned it!

Just a reminder that tomorrow, June 10th, 2025, is a HALF DAY for all K-12 students. For dismissal times and more information, visit: https://www.g-aschools.org/page/school-hours
Just a reminder that tomorrow, June 9th, 2025, is a HALF DAY for all K-12 students. For dismissal times and more information, visit: https://www.g-aschools.org/page/school-hours
FREE Sports Physicals at Loy Norrix! Make an appointment today at 269-391-2843.
Hey Ram-Fam! Keep an eye out for these important dates as we get closer to the end of the school year! ❤💛 We hope you have a great Memorial Day Weekend!

CALLING ALL RUNNERS! 🐏
Middle School Cross Country is gearing up for the Fall 2025 season—and we want YOU on the team!
🏃♀️🏃♂️ Join us on Wednesday, June 4th from 6–7 PM at the G-A Middle School for a sign-up and parent meeting, where you can meet the coach and get important season info!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just curious—come check it out! Let's hit the ground running! 💨
For questions, contact Darren Webb at 269-484-3697


