The Bulldog Bark
Week of September 14th
It’s hard to believe, but we are already about halfway through the first quarter of the school year! Time flies when you're learning, growing, and making memories. This is a great time to check your student’s grades in PowerSchool and celebrate their successes while identifying any areas where they may need additional support. Teachers will also be reaching out to parents and guardians regarding student grades, so please be on the lookout for communication in the coming weeks. Working together, we can help every Bulldog finish the quarter strong!
We have so many exciting things happening at Galileo! Joint Initiatives will be hosting a Family Night, complete with dinner, on Wednesday, September 30th. Be sure to check out the details below and join us for an evening of family fun and community connection. We’re also thrilled that many of our student clubs are kicking off this week, providing new opportunities for students to explore interests, make friends, and get involved.
Meanwhile, our athletes continue to compete like champions and represent Galileo with pride. We are so proud of their hard work and sportsmanship, and there are still plenty of Volleyball and Cross Country events coming up over the next two weeks.
In the classroom, students have been working hard in IXL to strengthen their math and ELA skills. Just 10 minutes a night at home can make a big difference in student success, and as an added bonus, students can earn prizes along the way. Let's keep the momentum going as we head into the second half of the quarter!
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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
🏐 Volleyball 🏐
Open gyms and practices will typically be held Monday through Friday from 4:00-5:30 PM in the Galileo gym, as long as there is no game scheduled.
Our coaching staff this season:
- Ms. Rachel Makrucki, Head Coach
- Mr. Nathan Kaczmarek, Assistant Coach
Game Reminder: B Squad plays first, followed by A Squad.
Volleyball Schedule
- 9/14 Home vs. Mountain Vista, 4:15 PM
- 9/16 Home vs. Panorama, 4:15 PM
- 9/21 @ Fox Meadow, 4:00 PM
- 9/23 @ West, 3:45 PM
🐾🏃♂️ GALILEO BULLDOG CROSS COUNTRY 🏃♂️🐾
🔥 READY... SET... RUN! 🔥
Cross Country Season
📅 August 17 - September 22
Practice Schedule
🏃 Monday - Friday (except meet days)
⏰ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 Galileo Track
Questions?
👟 See Mr. Hart
📧 isaac.hart@d11.org
🏅 CROSS COUNTRY MEET SCHEDULE 🏅
📍 September 17
Sabin Invite
🕒 TBD
📍 Penrose Elementary
📍 September 19
Cougar Classic
🕒 12:20 PM
📍 Coronado High School
📍 September 22
Jenkins Invite
🕒 TBD
📍 Jenkins Middle School
📣 Attention Future Soccer Stars! ⚽🐾
Ready to hit the field? Girls Soccer practice kicks off October 5th and runs Monday through Thursday from 4:00-5:00 PM! Games begin the week of October 19th, so it's time to get excited!
📝 Sign-up sheets will be available the week of September 21st.
Have questions? Stop by and see Mr. Marshall!
💙💛 BE A BULLDOG. BE FAST. BE FEARLESS. 💛💙
No experience necessary! Come challenge yourself, make friends, and represent Galileo!
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. 🎶
Gardening Club
School gardens engage students by providing a dynamic environment to observe, discover, experiment, nurture, and learn. They are living laboratories where interdisciplinary lessons are drawn from real life experiences, encouraging students to become active participants in the learning process. School gardens have been shown to increase self-esteem, help students develop a sense of ownership and responsibility, and promote healthy lifestyle choices including increased fruit and vegetable consumption.
Please fill out student information below to allow participation in the school garden club.
On gardening days, students will be required to wear appropriate clothing (for example: hat, garden gloves, closed-toed shoes, long sleeves shirt, etc.). Students will be working in weeds and dirt in the garden. Gloves are provided if they want to wear them or are welcome to bring their own.
GRADEN DATES: Tuesday’s – after school to 5:00 pm (Meet at the garden)
9/15; 9/22; 9/29; 10/6
Please be on time to pick up your Gardener!
If you have any questions please contact Kelly.Gross@d11.org or 328-2769
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 and Ink: A place to play games and create art.
Wednesdays after school from Wednesday, September 9th - Wednesday, December 9th.
See Mrs. Trovik 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