5th graders are learning about gravity. First we tested the speed of 7 different objects. Now they are creating an air resistance device.



John Greer- Mark your calendars - October 1, 2021 (weather permitting) - Lunch on the Lawn for parents and/or grandparents and students - More details later.

Concert Band (Grades 5 - 6) Instrument Sign Up - John Greer Band Room - Thursday, September 2 - 3:00 - 7:00 PM

Mark your calendars - Thursday, September 9, 2021 - John Greer Back-to-School Open House - 6:00 - 7:15
When it gets closer, more information will be sent!

Mrs. Ailey’s class making edible sedimentary rocks.



Mrs. Ailey’s class making edible sedimentary rocks.



Mrs. Ailey’s class making edible sedimentary rocks.



4th grade is studying rock types. Today we made igneous rocks!


Mrs. Morgeson is teaching fourth grade about rhythm with fun exercises and dancing! It was a great way to learn! #cornjerkerpride #johngreer



5th/6th Grade Band/Chorus Informational meeting tonight at 6:30 in the JG Band Room - If you can't attend the meeting but want to join either ensemble, please email:
Band - Mr. Miller - millerce@hoopeston.k12.il.us
Chorus - Ms. Morgeson - morgesra@hoopeston.k12.il.us
Hoopeston Area Covid Policy Reminder - If someone in your household has had a Covid test, none of the children in your household should attend school until the result comes back negative. In the past, this practice has saved us from having to quarantine some students.
5th & 6th Grade Band and Choir Parent meeting Thursday, August 26. 6:30pm, JG Band Room. Info for all new & returning students. Complete a band order form. Sign up for a choir voice lesson. Parents can sign up as a chaperone and get involved in Music Boosters!
John Greer School Picture Day - Wednesday - August 25

Fourth grade practicing Daily 5 Reading time in Ms. Harts room! Kids are doing a great job staying on task and picking up good fit books! #johngreerpride #cornjerkerpride



Mrs. Ailey’s class writing letters to their future selves in reading class! #johngreer #cornjerkerpride



Miss Hart and Mrs. Robinson’s students worked to Save Sam today! They had to use problem solving skills to save Sam the Worm by placing a life preserver on him and placing him back inside his boat using only 2 paperclips.



The John Greer 21-22 Return to Full In-Person Learning Plan has been posted to the JG Website > Menu > Document.
John Greer Meet & Greet - Tuesday, August 17 - 3:15 - 4:00 - Bring school supplies and meet teachers. Children & guardians welcome!
Wednesday, August 4, is the last day for John Greer online registration. If you need assistance, we are set up in the Maple Art Room and are ready to help. Wednesday's hours are 8:30 - 11:30 and 12:30 - 3:30. If you just need to talk to us, call the Maple Office at 283-6665.
Congratulations to John Greer American Legion Award winner, Libby Lugo!
