GKMS Remembers

There will be a candle lighting memorial at GKMS today, September 11, at 7PM.  Community members are welcome to attend.

GKMS Open House

The GKMS open house is Monday, August 21^st from 6:30 – 7:45.  We will begin promptly at 6:30 in the gym with a brief introduction of staff and then release families and students to explore the school, meet teachers, and visit the book fair.

6^th grade parents will go to their students’ first hour class for a brief 20 minute presentation on Chromebooks and Lorado Taft.


We look forward to seeing everyone Monday, August 21^st.

8th Grade Chromebook Buyout

8th grade GKMS families, we are happy to offer you a great opportunity to buy your student's chromebook for a great price.  Letters coming in the mail.  Here is an excerpt:

5th Grade Orientation!!!

5th grade orientation is Monday, April 24, 6PM at Genoa Kingston Middle School.  All 5th grade students and families are welcome to come meet teachers, learn about Lorado Taft, talk about chromebooks, try out lockers, and much more. 


We look forward to seeing everyone there.  If you have any questions, please contact the middle school office at 815 784-5222.  It is a great event and always exciting and fun! 

PTO Blood Drive will be at GKMS on Thursday, March 23 from 3-7PM.  We look forward to welcoming many members from our community. 

PARCC Testing Dates

PARCC Testing for GKMS students will take place April 11. 12. and 13.  PARCC is a great opportunity for our students to show what they know and is a good measure for comparing progress with other students and districts in the area and around the state. 


Encourage your student to be prepared and do their best by getting a good night's rest, eating a healthy breakfast, and having their chromebook charged.  We look forward to all our students doing their best. 

GKMS 8th Events

GKMS 8th Grade Dance is all set for Friday, May 12 at 7PM in the GKMS gym. 


GKMS 8th Grade Promotion is Monday, May 22 at 7PM in the HIGH SCHOOL gym.  We look forward to seeing all our 8th grade families.