🎈🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. RUTHERFORD! 🎉🎈
The Genoa Elementary staff went all out to make Assistant Principal Mr. Rutherford feel extra special on his birthday! 🥳 Staff filled the halls and his office with balloons to celebrate the amazing person and leader he is! 🎈❤️🩶
We hope your day was filled with smiles, laughter, and plenty of birthday surprises! Thank you for everything you do for our students, staff, and Comet family. ☄️
Help us wish Mr. Rutherford a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎂🎉
🚲🛴 Safety First, Comets! ☄️
Our elementary students had the opportunity to participate in a scooter and bike safety course presented by the Genoa Library, Genoa Police Department, and School Resource Officer Deputy Nye! Students learned important safety tips to help them stay safe while riding their bikes and scooters.
A big thank-you to our community partners for taking the time to educate our Comets and help keep our students safe! ❤️🩶
Our elementary students had the opportunity to participate in a scooter and bike safety course presented by the Genoa Library, Genoa Police Department, and School Resource Officer Deputy Nye! Students learned important safety tips to help them stay safe while riding their bikes and scooters.
A big thank-you to our community partners for taking the time to educate our Comets and help keep our students safe! ❤️🩶
One quarter down, Comets! ☄️🎉
Today wraps up the first quarter, and we’re proud of our students across Genoa! From learning new things and building friendships to taking on challenges and finding their routines, there’s a lot to celebrate.
Keep asking questions, trying your best, and showing up for each other. Let’s bring that Comet spirit into Quarter 2! 🤍
Today wraps up the first quarter, and we’re proud of our students across Genoa! From learning new things and building friendships to taking on challenges and finding their routines, there’s a lot to celebrate.
Keep asking questions, trying your best, and showing up for each other. Let’s bring that Comet spirit into Quarter 2! 🤍
Our 8th graders attended the Ottawa County Career Showcase, where they had the opportunity to meet with local businesses, learn about their roles, and explore a variety of careers across the county.
We also want to recognize our students for representing GMS so well! Many businesses complimented their respectfulness, curiosity, and engagement throughout the showcase. We are proud of the 8th grade class for the way they represented Genoa and making the most of this opportunity!
Experiences like this help our students become future ready! ☄️
We also want to recognize our students for representing GMS so well! Many businesses complimented their respectfulness, curiosity, and engagement throughout the showcase. We are proud of the 8th grade class for the way they represented Genoa and making the most of this opportunity!
Experiences like this help our students become future ready! ☄️
🌟 Exploring Careers and Future Opportunities!
Our GHS juniors recently visited the Ottawa County Fairgrounds for a career fair! Students received personalized career passports highlighting their top career matches and had the opportunity to explore different career paths, meet professionals, and learn more about what their futures could hold!
We also had two of our own Comets representing GHS! Seniors Madden Witt and Tommy Braun hosted a station highlighting their experiences with the Ottawa County Skilled Trades Academy, a program that allows students to gain valuable hands-on experience in the skilled trades while still in high school.
What a great opportunity for our students to explore their interests, discover new possibilities, and start thinking about life after graduation!
☄️ Great things are ahead for our Comets!
Our GHS juniors recently visited the Ottawa County Fairgrounds for a career fair! Students received personalized career passports highlighting their top career matches and had the opportunity to explore different career paths, meet professionals, and learn more about what their futures could hold!
We also had two of our own Comets representing GHS! Seniors Madden Witt and Tommy Braun hosted a station highlighting their experiences with the Ottawa County Skilled Trades Academy, a program that allows students to gain valuable hands-on experience in the skilled trades while still in high school.
What a great opportunity for our students to explore their interests, discover new possibilities, and start thinking about life after graduation!
☄️ Great things are ahead for our Comets!
☄️ Comet State of the Schools – TODAY! ☄️
Join us today, Wednesday, October 14, at 7:00 PM for the Genoa Virtual State of the Schools! 🖥️
Community members are invited to tune in for updates on Genoa Area Local Schools and hear more about what’s happening across our district.
We look forward to connecting with our Comet community! ❤️🩶🤍
Please use this link to join: https://www.youtube.com/live/IIoDpchzknU
Just a friendly reminder, there is No School for all Genoa Students on 10/19/26 due to a Teacher Professional Learning Day.
🦸♀️💥 Genoa Elementary is SUPER! 💥🦸♂️
Our Comets were ready to unleash their superpowers at Jog-a-Thon 2026! 🏃♀️🏃♂️ From super speed to unstoppable determination, our students showed that teamwork, perseverance, and school spirit make every Comet a superhero! ❤️🩶
Check out the highlights of our SUPER day of fun, fitness, and fundraising! Go, Comets! ☄️https://youtu.be/teZ0gSemRws
Our Comets were ready to unleash their superpowers at Jog-a-Thon 2026! 🏃♀️🏃♂️ From super speed to unstoppable determination, our students showed that teamwork, perseverance, and school spirit make every Comet a superhero! ❤️🩶
Check out the highlights of our SUPER day of fun, fitness, and fundraising! Go, Comets! ☄️https://youtu.be/teZ0gSemRws
Our 8th graders are digging into what makes a story suspenseful! 📖 Students shared quotes from selected stories, discussed the techniques authors use to build suspense, and supported their ideas with specific details and evidence.
These conversations give students a chance to learn from one another while practicing how to listen, respond, and explain their thinking.
These conversations give students a chance to learn from one another while practicing how to listen, respond, and explain their thinking.
🔎 The suspects are assembled! We’re excited to announce the cast of Genoa High School’s Clue: High School Edition!
Congratulations to our cast! We can’t wait to see you bring this mystery to life.
Join us for a little mystery, plenty of laughs, and some very suspicious characters! 🕯️
📅 November 20 & 21 at 7:30 PM
📅 November 22 at 2:30 PM
Mark your calendars and come support our Comets on stage! 🎭
Congratulations to our cast! We can’t wait to see you bring this mystery to life.
Join us for a little mystery, plenty of laughs, and some very suspicious characters! 🕯️
📅 November 20 & 21 at 7:30 PM
📅 November 22 at 2:30 PM
Mark your calendars and come support our Comets on stage! 🎭
☄️ REMINDER: Comet State of the Schools! ☄️
Join us on Wednesday, October 14th, at 7:00 PM for the Comet State of the Schools! This is a great opportunity for our Genoa Comet community to stay informed and engaged with our schools.
💬 Have a question for the Superintendent or School Board? Be sure to scan the QR code to submit your questions for them to answer!
We look forward to connecting with our Comet community and sharing updates about Genoa Area Local Schools. ❤️🩶
Join us on Wednesday, October 14th, at 7:00 PM for the Comet State of the Schools! This is a great opportunity for our Genoa Comet community to stay informed and engaged with our schools.
💬 Have a question for the Superintendent or School Board? Be sure to scan the QR code to submit your questions for them to answer!
We look forward to connecting with our Comet community and sharing updates about Genoa Area Local Schools. ❤️🩶
Let’s hear it for our September GHS Students and Athletes of the Month! 👏
We’re proud to celebrate these Comets and the hard work, effort, and positive attitudes they bring to our school and teams. Congratulations to all of our honorees, including our Galaxy Award, Essentials-Art, and club member recipients!
Help us give them a shout-out in the comments! ☄️ #GoComets
We’re proud to celebrate these Comets and the hard work, effort, and positive attitudes they bring to our school and teams. Congratulations to all of our honorees, including our Galaxy Award, Essentials-Art, and club member recipients!
Help us give them a shout-out in the comments! ☄️ #GoComets
🎃📚 Spooky Season has arrived in the GMS Library!
From spine-chilling stories to funny tales of trick-or-treats, there’s an October read for everyone! Students can browse the shelves or ask Mrs. Davis for help finding their next great book. 👻
From spine-chilling stories to funny tales of trick-or-treats, there’s an October read for everyone! Students can browse the shelves or ask Mrs. Davis for help finding their next great book. 👻
📣✨ Starting the Day with Cheer! ✨📣
Mrs. Ninke’s class kicks off their morning with an awesome morning cheer! Their positive energy and big smiles are the perfect way to start the day. 💙🤍
Way to bring the enthusiasm, Comets! ☄️👏
Check out the video below!
https://youtu.be/AD80djKGcNE
Mrs. Ninke’s class kicks off their morning with an awesome morning cheer! Their positive energy and big smiles are the perfect way to start the day. 💙🤍
Way to bring the enthusiasm, Comets! ☄️👏
Check out the video below!
https://youtu.be/AD80djKGcNE
Comet Families,
We are writing to issue an immediate security alert regarding potential phishing emails that may be circulating, appearing to come from Genoa Schools or district officials.
Please be advised that bad actors may be attempting to trick community members into sharing sensitive personal information, account passwords, or financial details.
What is a Phishing Email?
A phishing email is a scam where cybercriminals send fraudulent messages disguised as a trustworthy source—such as your child's school, district administrators, or official portal services. Their primary goal is to trick you into clicking malicious links, downloading harmful attachments, or entering personal information on fake websites.
Red Flags to Look For
To help keep your accounts and personal information secure, please watch out for these common warning signs:
Unfamiliar or Mismatched Email Addresses: Check the actual email address of the sender, not just the display name. Official district emails will always end in @genoaschools.com.
Urgent or Threatening Language: Phishing emails often create a false sense of urgency (e.g., "Immediate action required," "Your account will be suspended," or "Payment past due").
Requests for Sensitive Information: Genoa Schools will never ask you for your login passwords, Social Security number, or payment details via email.
Suspicious Links or Attachments: Hover your mouse over any link before clicking to see the actual website URL. If the address looks strange or doesn't match our official website (www.genoaschools.com), do not click it.
Spelling and Formatting Errors: Look for unusual grammar, awkward phrasing, or generic greetings like "Dear Parent" instead of personalized communication.
What You Should Do
Do not click on any suspicious links or download any unexpected attachments.
Do not reply to the email or provide any personal or financial information.
If you clicked a link or entered credentials: Immediately reset your password on the official district portal and contact our IT helpdesk at info@genoaschools.com.
Report suspicious emails: Forward any suspect messages to info@genoaschools.com so we can investigate.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter and for helping us keep our school community safe and secure.
Sincerely,
Tom Baker
Director of Technology
Genoa Area Local Schools
We are writing to issue an immediate security alert regarding potential phishing emails that may be circulating, appearing to come from Genoa Schools or district officials.
Please be advised that bad actors may be attempting to trick community members into sharing sensitive personal information, account passwords, or financial details.
What is a Phishing Email?
A phishing email is a scam where cybercriminals send fraudulent messages disguised as a trustworthy source—such as your child's school, district administrators, or official portal services. Their primary goal is to trick you into clicking malicious links, downloading harmful attachments, or entering personal information on fake websites.
Red Flags to Look For
To help keep your accounts and personal information secure, please watch out for these common warning signs:
Unfamiliar or Mismatched Email Addresses: Check the actual email address of the sender, not just the display name. Official district emails will always end in @genoaschools.com.
Urgent or Threatening Language: Phishing emails often create a false sense of urgency (e.g., "Immediate action required," "Your account will be suspended," or "Payment past due").
Requests for Sensitive Information: Genoa Schools will never ask you for your login passwords, Social Security number, or payment details via email.
Suspicious Links or Attachments: Hover your mouse over any link before clicking to see the actual website URL. If the address looks strange or doesn't match our official website (www.genoaschools.com), do not click it.
Spelling and Formatting Errors: Look for unusual grammar, awkward phrasing, or generic greetings like "Dear Parent" instead of personalized communication.
What You Should Do
Do not click on any suspicious links or download any unexpected attachments.
Do not reply to the email or provide any personal or financial information.
If you clicked a link or entered credentials: Immediately reset your password on the official district portal and contact our IT helpdesk at info@genoaschools.com.
Report suspicious emails: Forward any suspect messages to info@genoaschools.com so we can investigate.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter and for helping us keep our school community safe and secure.
Sincerely,
Tom Baker
Director of Technology
Genoa Area Local Schools
🔴🔷📏 Learning to Sort! 📏🔷🔴
Our kindergarten students are learning important early math skills as they practice sorting different items by color, shape, and size! 🌈🔺🔵
Through hands-on activities, our young learners are building observation, classification, and problem-solving skills—all while having fun! 💡✨
We love seeing our kindergarteners learn, explore, and make connections! ❤️🤍
Our kindergarten students are learning important early math skills as they practice sorting different items by color, shape, and size! 🌈🔺🔵
Through hands-on activities, our young learners are building observation, classification, and problem-solving skills—all while having fun! 💡✨
We love seeing our kindergarteners learn, explore, and make connections! ❤️🤍
What a special full-circle moment! 💙 Former student Stella Rethman returned to speak with our 7th graders as we finished reading A Long Walk to Water in our ELA classes. When Stella read the book at their age, she was inspired to take action and raise money to help provide a well for people in South Sudan.
It was wonderful for our students to hear, firsthand, how a book can inspire compassion, action, and real change in the world. Thank you, Stella, for coming back and sharing your story with the next generation of readers!
It was wonderful for our students to hear, firsthand, how a book can inspire compassion, action, and real change in the world. Thank you, Stella, for coming back and sharing your story with the next generation of readers!
Congratulations to our 2026 Homecoming King and Queen, Myles Mollenhauer and Blair Drummond! ☄️❤️👑
📣 Genoa Middle School parents, we need you!
GMS is forming a PTO to bring parents together to support our students, staff, and school. From planning fun events to supporting school programs, there are plenty of ways to get involved!
Interested in helping get it started or learning more? Contact Gary Haas at gfhaas@genoaschools.com.
Let’s build something great together! ☄️
GMS is forming a PTO to bring parents together to support our students, staff, and school. From planning fun events to supporting school programs, there are plenty of ways to get involved!
Interested in helping get it started or learning more? Contact Gary Haas at gfhaas@genoaschools.com.
Let’s build something great together! ☄️
🧹⭐ Hats off to our AMAZING custodians! ⭐🧹
It’s National Custodian Day, and we’re celebrating the incredible people who keep our schools shining, safe, and ready for Comets every single day! ☄️❤️
From early mornings to late nights, you’re always behind the scenes making our schools a better place. We appreciate you more than you know!
Thank you for helping our Comets SHINE! ✨☄️
It’s National Custodian Day, and we’re celebrating the incredible people who keep our schools shining, safe, and ready for Comets every single day! ☄️❤️
From early mornings to late nights, you’re always behind the scenes making our schools a better place. We appreciate you more than you know!
Thank you for helping our Comets SHINE! ✨☄️
