The Bulldog Bark
Week of November 9th
Since Fall Break, Galileo has been buzzing with excitement! Our students have enjoyed so many wonderful opportunities, including an exciting Girls Soccer season, an outstanding performance by the Colorado Springs Conservatory Drama Group, and our 1st Quarter Awards Assemblies, where we celebrated the hard work, growth, and achievements of so many Bulldogs. It has been inspiring to see students shining both inside and outside the classroom!
The excitement continues over the next two weeks with even more great events happening at Galileo. This week, we hope you'll join us for our Bulldogs Bread, Butter, and Bowl Family Fun Night. Families can enjoy a delicious meal together, connect with our school community, and even take home a soup bowl! More information about this event can be found below, and we would love to see you there.
We're also excited to celebrate our students' commitment to punctuality at the No-Tardies Ice Cream Party this Friday. Congratulations to the students who have made being on time a priority!
Meanwhile, our Girls Soccer team is just getting warmed up, and we encourage everyone to come out and cheer on the Bulldogs as they continue their season.
It's hard to believe we are already halfway through the second quarter! Now is the perfect time for students to check their grades, complete any missing assignments, and connect with teachers if they have questions or would benefit from extra help or tutoring. Staying on top of coursework now can make a big difference as we head toward the end of the semester.
As we enter this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for the opportunity to work with your children each day. Watching them learn, grow, and discover their strengths is one of the greatest rewards of our work. Thank you for sharing them with us and for your continued partnership and support. It is truly an honor and a privilege to be part of their educational journey.
Go Bulldogs! 🐾💙💛
What do a locked box and a headless horseman have in common? They’re both part of the adventure in Gifted & Talented! In class, students have been cracking codes, connecting clues, and explaining their thinking as they tackle escape room challenges together. A field trip to CodeBusters Escape Room will extend the adventure beyond the classroom and allow the students to put their teamwork and skills to the test. Students will also journey to Mitchell High School this month to see The Legend of Sleepy Hollow come to life onstage.
Parents and Guardians,
If you are struggling with PowerSchool to access your students' grades and attendance, please use this link to contact the school.
Good Day Galileo Parents,
If you did not receive a gift card for Famous Footwear for your scholar/scholars during Parent/Teacher conferences.
Call Ms. Moorhead Community/Family Liaison, (719) 328-2219 to set up an appointment as the gift cards will not be sent home with your scholar. Parents need to pick them up.
Respectfully,
Ms. Moorhead
Community/Family Liaison
Galileo Middle School
(719) 328-2219
Estimadas familias de Galileo:
Si no recibió una tarjeta de regalo de Famous Footwear para su estudiante o estudiantes durante las conferencias de padres y maestros, por favor comuníquese con la Sra. Moorhead, Enlace Comunitario y Familiar, al (719) 328-2219 para programar una cita.
Las tarjetas de regalo no serán enviadas a casa con los estudiantes. Los padres o tutores deberán pasar a recogerlas en persona.
Atentamente,
Sra. Moorhead
Enlace Comunitario y Familiar
Escuela Intermedia Galileo
📞 (719) 328-2219
Never miss an important school event! This short video walks families through the simple process of adding a D11 school or district calendar from the website directly to their iPhone calendar, making it easy to stay connected and informed.
Important: Students participating in athletics are required to have a current sports physical on file before they can participate.
Lower-Cost Physical Options:
Urgent Care
- Walk-ins welcome: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- 1035 Garden of the Gods Rd. #120, Colorado Springs, CO
- (719) 365-3200
- Cost: $30
- Student must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Peak Vista Community Health Center
- 2828 International Circle
- 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Appointment required
- Fees based on income
Pikes Peak State College
Low-Cost Dental Work
To schedule an appointment call:
(719) 502 -4049
For questions, email
November 10th Vaccine Clinic
Location:
Family Hope Center
709 S Sierra Madre St
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Date:
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Time:
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Vaccines Available:
Routine and recommended childhood and adult vaccines
No ID or insurance needed to be vaccinated.
Sign up for a clinic today!
Vaccines available while supplies last.
For more information:
Visit: www.MobilePublicHealth.com
Email: cdphe_health_equity@state.co.us
Ubicación:
Family Hope Center
709 S Sierra Madre St
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Fecha:
Martes, 10 de noviembre de 2026
Horario:
3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Vacunas Disponibles:
Vacunas de rutina y recomendadas para niños y adultos.
No se necesita identificación ni seguro médico para recibir una vacuna.
¡Inscríbase hoy para una clínica de vacunación!
Las vacunas estarán disponibles hasta agotar existencias.
Para obtener más información:
Visite: www.MobilePublicHealth.com
Correo electrónico: cdphe_health_equity@state.co.us
Attention Boys Basketball Players: The first official practice will be Tuesday, November 10. Players MUST HAVE a current physical and completed Blue Card in order to practice. Please see Coach Drobny or Mr. Banker if you have questions.
Sound Lab
Tuesdays | 4:00-5:30 PM
September 15th - November 17th
Sound Lab is Galileo's after-school Music program where students learn to sing, play instruments, write music, perform, and work as members of a band. Students will explore guitar, bass, drums, piano, vocals, sound technology, stage skills, songwriting, and collaborative music-making while building confidence, creativity, leadership, and teamwork.
As students' progress, they will form small and large ensembles, prepare performance-ready music, and participate in future Open Mic events and potential community performances representing Galileo's Bulldog PRIDE.
Participation Requirements ✅ Maintain a C average or higher
✅ Commit to participating for the semester
✅ Obtain parent/guardian permission
✅ Submit transportation information
✅ Return a signed Sound Lab Contract
Students who are currently below a C average may still begin the process by completing the Sound Lab Academic Oath and working with their Advisory teacher and club sponsor to improve grades. Once academic eligibility is met, students may transition to full Sound Lab membership.
To register, parents/guardians should email:
• Student Name & Grade
• Parent/Guardian Contact Information
• Transportation Plan (bus, parent pickup, guardian pickup, etc.)
• Confirmation of permission to participate
After receiving the email, Ms. G or Mr. Penta will send the appropriate paperwork for completion.
🎶 Learn. Create. Collaborate. Perform. Represent Bulldog PRIDE. 🎶
Drama Club
Drama Club is officially at Galileo! The club will meet on Thursdays beginning September 16th and will be hosted by the Colorado Springs Conservatory. If you've ever wanted to perform, create, act, or be part of a production, this is your chance! Interested? Stop by and see Mr. Banker for more information.
Sewing Club
Are you creative? Do you love making things with your hands? Then join us for Sewing Club!
We meet every Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:00pm in Room 102 with Ms. Jordan starting Tuesday, September 8th.
Whether you're a beginner or already know how to sew, everyone is welcome! Learn new skills, create fun projects, and hang out with friends!
Photography Club
Who: 6th, 7th, and 8th graders who currently attend Galileo Middle School
What: Students will be given the opportunity to learn about and use photography techniques
When: Wednesdays starting September 16th through December 16th from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Student photographers will need to have a ride home at 5:30pm or may ride the activity bus at 5:00pm (student must be receiving D11 transportation services already). Student photographers unable to ride the Activity Bus nor be picked up at 5:30pm may not be permitted to participate in the club.
Where: Media Center
Questions and Concerns:
Tad Banker - Teacher (tad.banker@d11.org)
Students need to turn in the signed permission slip before the first day they attend a club meeting.
Think and Ink Club
Think & Ink Game and Art Club is a fun, creative space where students play strategy games, tackle brain challenges, create art, and explore new ideas. Members build teamwork, imagination, and confidence through hands-on activities, friendly competition, drawing, designing, and creative projects in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Club meets after school every Wednesday from 4:00PM - 5:00PM. See Mrs. Trovik in room 103 for a permission slip.
Trade Card Game Club
Magic the Gathering! Pokemon! Lorcana! and More!
Trading Card Games Club
Permission slip required for participation. See Mr. Mufson or Mr. Hart for a permission slip.
Thursdays 4pm-5pm
Room 203
Applications Now Open!
Serving children from birth through age 12
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