Please help us welcome Karli Ingle to our high school team! Karli joins us as an Intervention Specialist and brings a creative spirit and a passion for helping students succeed. In her free time, she enjoys embroidering, reading, painting, all things Disney, and spending time with her family and beloved dog. Karli also runs a small business, Krafty Karli, where she creates and sells beautiful hand-embroidered art and gifts. We're excited to have her on board!
Summer Feeding Program was a Huge Success!!
Our kitchen crew prepped over 39K meals over the course of 8 weeks. Thank you so much to our staff on board for this annual event. We are so thankful for you!
Our kitchen crew prepped over 39K meals over the course of 8 weeks. Thank you so much to our staff on board for this annual event. We are so thankful for you!
Please join us in welcoming Marley Adams to Galion Primary and Intermediate as our new Social Work Specialist! A proud Galion graduate, Marley went on to earn her bachelor's degree and social work license from The Ohio State University. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and engaging in creative projects like coloring and scrapbooking. Marley also volunteers as a mentor through Mid-Ohio Youth Mentoring and enjoys unwinding with a good podcast. We’re excited to have her support and expertise on our team!
We’re Hiring!
Galion City Schools is looking for a dedicated School Psychologist to join our team! After two months of no applicants, we are trying something different and now offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for this vital role. Schools across the state and nation face a critical shortage of school psychologists, we know how important your expertise is—and we need you!
Galion City Schools is looking for a dedicated School Psychologist to join our team! After two months of no applicants, we are trying something different and now offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for this vital role. Schools across the state and nation face a critical shortage of school psychologists, we know how important your expertise is—and we need you!
Welcome to Galion High School, Dionna Randas!
We’re excited to welcome Mrs. Randas as our new CBI Instructor at the high school! Dionna brings a wealth of life experience, having lived all over the country, but she’s proud to call Ohio home. She enjoys spending time with her family and two children, especially when they’re outdoors with their animals.
In her downtime, you might find her building LEGO creations or enjoying a good video game. We’re thrilled to have her join the Tiger team!
We’re excited to welcome Mrs. Randas as our new CBI Instructor at the high school! Dionna brings a wealth of life experience, having lived all over the country, but she’s proud to call Ohio home. She enjoys spending time with her family and two children, especially when they’re outdoors with their animals.
In her downtime, you might find her building LEGO creations or enjoying a good video game. We’re thrilled to have her join the Tiger team!
To students (parents are welcome) who have registered to take GECA/CCP courses through North Central State College at Galion High School: An orientation meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 5 at 7:00 p.m. in Galion High School's cafetorium. The meeting is expected to last one hour. It is also important for students to note that all CCP classes will begin Monday, August 11, aligning with North Central State College's fall calendar."
Sincerely,
Mrs. Jessica Hammond
Sincerely,
Mrs. Jessica Hammond
Another Staff Spotlight! We’re excited to welcome India Johnson Bowers as our new High School Intervention Specialist. A graduate of Bowling Green State University, India brings a passion for supporting students and creating inclusive learning environments. She also brings a unique strength to the team with her knowledge of sign language, which she uses as a powerful teaching tool in her special education classroom.
We’re proud to have her join the Tiger family!
We’re proud to have her join the Tiger family!
Staff Spotlight!! Meet Shelbie Temple, our dedicated Social Worker Specialist at the high school. Shelbie is passionate about supporting students and families, and brings warmth and understanding to everything she does. Outside of school, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and son, diving into a good book, and sharing her love for the game as a volleyball coach.
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Butler to Galion as our new 9th grade English teacher! A passionate reader and creative spirit, Mrs. Butler brings a deep love for literature into her classroom. Each summer, she enjoys exploring new teen fiction at the bookstore and carefully selects at least three titles to share with her students through the classroom library. Her creativity shines in many ways—whether she's writing, painting, gardening, crafting, or designing, she brings energy and imagination to everything she does. This year, students can look forward to enjoying a library-themed book nook she's building for the classroom!
Originally from Florida, Mrs. Butler and her family moved to Ohio in the summer of 2023 and have fallen in love with the beauty of all four seasons. Before coming to Galion, she spent nine years teaching 9th grade English in Florida. Beyond the classroom, she also has a unique background as a henna artist and face painter at Busch Gardens in Tampa, where she worked during college and school breaks. Mrs. Butler is excited to begin this new chapter in Galion and looks forward to inspiring her students through books, creativity, and connection.
Originally from Florida, Mrs. Butler and her family moved to Ohio in the summer of 2023 and have fallen in love with the beauty of all four seasons. Before coming to Galion, she spent nine years teaching 9th grade English in Florida. Beyond the classroom, she also has a unique background as a henna artist and face painter at Busch Gardens in Tampa, where she worked during college and school breaks. Mrs. Butler is excited to begin this new chapter in Galion and looks forward to inspiring her students through books, creativity, and connection.
Temporary Access Gate for those who use the track. Due to maintenance issues, please use the north entrance gate located at the back of the track (North end) This gate will be unlocked for your convenience.
Please join us in welcoming Cindy Strickler as our new 7th grade English teacher at Galion Middle School! Cindy is no stranger to our building—she served as the choir director last year and is excited to bring her passion for education into the English classroom. We're thrilled to have her continue inspiring students in a new role this school year.
From the desk of Transportation:
Most bus routes, stops, and student assignments will remain the same for the upcoming school year. If there are any changes affecting your student’s transportation, you will be contacted no later than 4:00 PM on August 15. Please remember the Transportation Dept will be at Open House Aug 14th. GPS and GIS 4-6pm and GMS and GHS 5-7pm
We appreciate your patience as we finalize transportation details for a smooth start to the year.
Most bus routes, stops, and student assignments will remain the same for the upcoming school year. If there are any changes affecting your student’s transportation, you will be contacted no later than 4:00 PM on August 15. Please remember the Transportation Dept will be at Open House Aug 14th. GPS and GIS 4-6pm and GMS and GHS 5-7pm
We appreciate your patience as we finalize transportation details for a smooth start to the year.
Welcome to Galion Middle School!
We’re excited to welcome our new Intervention Specialist to Galion Middle School! A proud mom of five boys, she and her family love spending time outdoors and embracing the beauty of nature. She has a passion for repurposing items—turning the old into something useful or beautiful.
With 14 years of military service, she brings a strong foundation of discipline, leadership, and calm under pressure to her work with students. She finds peace in nature and strength in chaos—qualities that make her a powerful addition to our Tiger family. Welcome aboard!
We’re excited to welcome our new Intervention Specialist to Galion Middle School! A proud mom of five boys, she and her family love spending time outdoors and embracing the beauty of nature. She has a passion for repurposing items—turning the old into something useful or beautiful.
With 14 years of military service, she brings a strong foundation of discipline, leadership, and calm under pressure to her work with students. She finds peace in nature and strength in chaos—qualities that make her a powerful addition to our Tiger family. Welcome aboard!
We’re excited to welcome Isabella to the Galion Intermediate team as our new Behavioral Educational Assistant! Isabella brings great enthusiasm and a passion for supporting students as they grow academically and socially. She enjoys spending her free time going on walks and shopping with friends, and she’s already making connections with students and staff throughout the building. In the spring, you’ll also find her coaching track at Galion Middle School, where she shares her love for running and teamwork.
An interesting fact about Isabella — she’s no stranger to success on the track herself! During high school, she qualified for the state championships in both cross country and track all four years, a remarkable accomplishment that speaks to her dedication and drive. We are thrilled to have Isabella on our team and look forward to the positive impact she’ll make with our students!
An interesting fact about Isabella — she’s no stranger to success on the track herself! During high school, she qualified for the state championships in both cross country and track all four years, a remarkable accomplishment that speaks to her dedication and drive. We are thrilled to have Isabella on our team and look forward to the positive impact she’ll make with our students!
Unfortunately we will not be using the "Here Comes the Bus" App this year due to cost saving measures. We do apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please visit your students Open House Aug 14th, or call the bus garage for further questions.
The first days of school are right around the corner, and we’re looking forward to welcoming all of our students back for an exciting new year! Please see the graphic for specific start dates by grade level. These first few days are a time for students to reconnect, meet their teachers, and settle into their routines. We’re here to support every student and family as we kick off the year with enthusiasm, school spirit, and the Courage to Climb!
*More info to come!
*More info to come!
As we prepare for the new school year, we understand that families may have questions about bus routes and transportation details. Whether you're new to the district or just need updated information, we're here to help! If you have questions about pick-up and drop-off times, bus stop locations, or bus numbers, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Transportation staff are working hard to ensure all routes run smoothly and efficiently. Stay tuned for route details to be posted soon, and feel free to contact our transportation department with any concerns.
Staff Spotlight: Welcome Kayden, 4th Grade Teacher
Galion Intermediate is proud to welcome Kayden to our team as a new 4th grade teacher! A graduate of The Ohio State University, Kayden brings a love for learning and a passion for helping students grow both in and out of the classroom. She’s excited to create a fun, supportive environment where her students feel encouraged to explore, ask questions, and become confident learners.
Outside of school, Kayden enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling to new places, and diving into a good book — especially through audiobooks. She also brings her team spirit to Galion, having helped coach the Varsity softball team this past season. Kayden’s energy, dedication, and love for both education and community make her a fantastic addition to our staff!
Galion Intermediate is proud to welcome Kayden to our team as a new 4th grade teacher! A graduate of The Ohio State University, Kayden brings a love for learning and a passion for helping students grow both in and out of the classroom. She’s excited to create a fun, supportive environment where her students feel encouraged to explore, ask questions, and become confident learners.
Outside of school, Kayden enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling to new places, and diving into a good book — especially through audiobooks. She also brings her team spirit to Galion, having helped coach the Varsity softball team this past season. Kayden’s energy, dedication, and love for both education and community make her a fantastic addition to our staff!
Staff Spotlight: Welcoming Amy to First Grade!
Galion Primary is thrilled to welcome Amy as a new first-grade teacher! A graduate of The Ohio State University. With a warm heart and a passion for helping young learners grow, Amy brings an energetic and nurturing spirit to her classroom. She loves spending time with her family, is active in her church community, and finds joy in music and dancing — always bringing a sense of rhythm, fun, and connection to her students each day.
Outside of the classroom, Amy is deeply passionate about teaching with purpose. She considers both a hobby and a calling. Whether she’s designing learning materials or leading imaginative activities, her joy for teaching shines through. We’re so excited to have her as part of the Galion
Galion Primary is thrilled to welcome Amy as a new first-grade teacher! A graduate of The Ohio State University. With a warm heart and a passion for helping young learners grow, Amy brings an energetic and nurturing spirit to her classroom. She loves spending time with her family, is active in her church community, and finds joy in music and dancing — always bringing a sense of rhythm, fun, and connection to her students each day.
Outside of the classroom, Amy is deeply passionate about teaching with purpose. She considers both a hobby and a calling. Whether she’s designing learning materials or leading imaginative activities, her joy for teaching shines through. We’re so excited to have her as part of the Galion
Now Hiring: School Psychologist
Galion City Schools is looking for a skilled and student-focused School Psychologist to join our team. Help support student success and well-being in a district that values collaboration and care.
Be part of Tiger Pride—apply today! https://forms.gle/VSn4XbKGcrU13JBm9
Or stop by our website at galionschools.org
Galion City Schools is looking for a skilled and student-focused School Psychologist to join our team. Help support student success and well-being in a district that values collaboration and care.
Be part of Tiger Pride—apply today! https://forms.gle/VSn4XbKGcrU13JBm9
Or stop by our website at galionschools.org
