Rain didn't Stop the Fun today at Safety Town!!
Thank you to the Galion Police Dept, Crestline Police Dept and the Elks, Staff and parents. Thank you for hosting our annual Safety Town. It takes a village and we are so thankful for ours! Remember as Buckle Bear says "Stop..Look...and Listen"
Thank you to the Galion Police Dept, Crestline Police Dept and the Elks, Staff and parents. Thank you for hosting our annual Safety Town. It takes a village and we are so thankful for ours! Remember as Buckle Bear says "Stop..Look...and Listen"
Please welcome Kelly Watson to Galion High School! Kelly will be teaching English 11 and 12 and brings both a passion for literature and a love of the arts to her classroom. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, drawing, baking, and spending time with her husband and three children. Her family enjoys hiking, motorcycle rides, and planning themed nights inspired by recently read books or beloved classics. Typically a Disney movie for family fun.
Kelly is also a talented muralist and fine artist. She loves capturing the small details in her artwork that bring a subject’s personality to life. Using mostly colored pencils, she focuses on drawing people, including actors and characters, blending her creativity with a deep appreciation for expression and storytelling. We’re excited to have her creativity and energy join our team!
Kelly is also a talented muralist and fine artist. She loves capturing the small details in her artwork that bring a subject’s personality to life. Using mostly colored pencils, she focuses on drawing people, including actors and characters, blending her creativity with a deep appreciation for expression and storytelling. We’re excited to have her creativity and energy join our team!
My name is Radar and I am the School Facility Dog (SFD) for Galion Primary School. I am excited to get the school year started and meet all the staff and students of Galion Primary. First, I want to tell everyone a little bit about me. I am a two year old Labrador Retriever and I have been training almost my entire life to be a School Facility Dog. I have been training with the great people at The Ability Center in Sylvania , Ohio. (https://abilitycenter.org/assistance-dogs/) This is a very successful program and they have over 45 dogs working in Schools around Toledo and Northwest Ohio. One aspect of my training was working with different handlers in different schools. I finished my training in the spring at Fort Meigs Elementary School. The school was amazing and I loved getting to know all the students. My handler, Mrs. Sparks, taught me a lot and I will miss her and all the students at Fort Meigs!
I am excited to be at Galion Primary and thankful for the Galion Education Community Foundation for giving Galion Primary a grant to obtain a School Facility Dog. With the grant, the Primary School was able to get an SFD (ME!), training of 4 handlers and continued training and support throughout my time in Galion. I enjoyed getting to know my handlers (Mr. Staton, Ms. Adams, Mrs. Perry & Mrs. Skinner) and I think I taught them quite a bit during our training together.
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
I am excited to be at Galion Primary and thankful for the Galion Education Community Foundation for giving Galion Primary a grant to obtain a School Facility Dog. With the grant, the Primary School was able to get an SFD (ME!), training of 4 handlers and continued training and support throughout my time in Galion. I enjoyed getting to know my handlers (Mr. Staton, Ms. Adams, Mrs. Perry & Mrs. Skinner) and I think I taught them quite a bit during our training together.
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
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.
