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PTA Meeting Dates
PTA Meeting Dates
We are cancelling our March PTA meeting as there is no current business to discuss! See you in April to announce our Executive Board Slate!
Thursday April 9th at 1pm, Executive Board Slate will be announced
Thursday May 14th at 1pm, Elections will be taking place
All meetings are held in the LMC
Gregory Parents--WE NEED YOU!
Gregory Parents--WE NEED YOU!
The Gregory Middle School PTA nominating committee is looking for parents interested in serving on the PTA Executive Board for the 2026-2027 school year. They are specifically looking for a Treasurer! If you are interested in being considered for the Executive Board, please email Stephanie Rodebaugh, Nominating Committee chair at sarodebaugh@aol.com or text 630-423-1028. Expressing interest is not a commitment! Email or text to learn more and then decide :)
Positions include President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. Board positions are 1-year terms, with a 2-year limit. Your help is needed to continue the wonderful partnership between the Gregory community and Gregory Middle School!
Attention 8th Grade Parents!
Attention 8th Grade Parents!
Gregory 8th Grade Class Promotion Signs
Use THIS LINK to purchase your 8th Grade Yard signs! All proceeds from each sign, will go directly to the 8th Grade Event!
Last Day to Order: April 20th *
Approximate date orders will be completed by: May 5th *
*Dates are subject to change.
Choose to collect your order by one of the following:
Pick up from a Gregory parents home (near Gregory MS-address shared when signs are to be picked up)
Deliver to home (NOTE: selecting to have your order delivered does NOT mean you will receive it earlier)
NOTE: Delivery charges cover home addresses within IPSD territory. If you are outside that delivery zone, additional delivery fees may apply.
ALL ITEMS ARE MADE-TO-ORDER; No Returns, Refunds, or Exchanges are accepted.
Picture shows with name.
If you have any questions please email us: Contact@imaginationpad.com or call Imagination Print & Design at 630-636-7474.
Attention Gregory Families!
Attention Gregory Families!
Our very own, Mr. Cassano, our Favorite Art Teacher, will be offering a Spring Photo Fundraiser for Gregory PTA!
Sessions will be available Sunday April 12th or 19th from 3-7 pm at Springbrook Prairie.
Families will have 15 min sessions, receive 5 professionally edited digital images and have online gallery for viewing, selecting, and downloading images. There will be the option to purchase additional images.
Sessions are $200 with $100 of each session donated back to Gregory PTA! Sign up HERE.
Please contact Mr. Cassano with any further questions joseph_cassano@ipsd.org
Spring Keller's Fundraiser
Spring Keller's Fundraiser
Gregory Spirit Wear
Gregory Spirit Wear
Attention Gregory Families! There's a SALE on Gregory Spiritwear, up to 30% off! Free Shipping with $85 purchase.
PDAC Celebrates Women's History Month
PDAC Celebrates Women's History Month
Celebrating Women’s History Month | Mar 1st – Mar 31st
As we continue our journey through the school year and welcome the early signs of spring, March offers us a meaningful opportunity to reflect, learn, and celebrate Women’s History Month. Throughout the month, our schools and community come together to honor the achievements, resilience, and lasting contributions of women who have shaped our history and continue to inspire progress across every field.
Why We Celebrate?
Women’s History Month is a time to recognize courage, leadership, innovation, and perseverance. From
educators, scientists, and healthcare pioneers to artists, athletes, activists, and leaders, women have played a vital role in shaping our communities and our nation. This month encourages us to uplift diverse voices, learn from the past, celebrate achievements, and inspire all students—especially young leaders—to dream boldly and act confidently.
What’s Happening in Our Schools?
• Classroom Spotlights: Teachers are highlighting influential women leaders, innovators, and trailblazers through lessons, discussions, and activities across grade levels.
• Storytime & Read-Aloud (Elementary Schools): Students will enjoy stories that celebrate strong,
courageous, and compassionate women who make a difference in their communities.
• Arts & Culture: Students will explore women’s contributions through music, art, poetry, and
storytelling, reflecting creativity and impact across cultures and generations.
• Library Features: Our media centers are showcasing books by and about inspiring women—perfect for students and families to explore together.
• Student Voices (Middle & High Schools): Students will share reflections, artwork, and projects focused on women’s leadership, equity, perseverance, and social impact.
• Celebrate Everywhere: Classrooms, hallways, and community spaces will feature thoughtful displays and student-created work honoring women’s history and achievements.
Spotlighting Leaders & Changemakers
Here are just a few influential women leaders, innovators, artists, and athletes whose stories continue to inspire students of all ages to dream big and lead boldly:
• Rosa Parks – Civil rights icon whose courage sparked lasting change and reminded the world that one voice matters
• Marie Curie – Pioneering scientist whose discoveries transformed medicine and science
• Katherine Johnson – Brilliant mathematician whose work helped send astronauts to the moon
• Malala Yousafzai – Global advocate for girls’ education and the youngest Nobel Peace Prize laureate
• Maya Angelou – Poet, author, and activist whose words inspire courage, resilience, and compassion
• Serena Williams – One of the greatest athletes of all time, redefining excellence and strength on and
off the court
• Kamala Harris – First woman and woman of color to serve as Vice President of the United States,
breaking barriers in leadership
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, let’s encourage our students to learn with curiosity, reflect with empathy, and celebrate the diverse contributions of women across history and today. These stories remind us that history is still being written—and every student has the power to shape the future.
7th Grade Parents: Deadline has been EXTENDED!
7th Grade Parents: Deadline has been EXTENDED!
We are excited to announce that we will lead a group of 7th grade students on a Tour program to Springfield and St. Louis. On this amazing adventure, students will explore our state’s most important historical sites and experience incomparable learning moments. This will be a trip that your child will be talking about for years to come!
Your child will return home excited to tell you about: Visiting our state’s capitol and touring the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum. Experience Lincoln’s home and neighborhood and visit his final resting spot. Discover the true meaning of sacrifice when we honor our fallen heroes at Illinois’ war memorials and much more. Explore St. Louis and it’s exciting sites including the Gateway Arch, City Museum, and Six Flags, St. Louis.
Join us at our upcoming information meeting for more details. If you missed our most recent meeting, you can view our informational presentation here, and contact your home school’s Lead Chaperone as listed below. Use this link for further information. https://204trips.com/springfield-trip/
IPSD 204 Snack Drive
IPSD 204 Snack Drive
Gregory Families! Our district needs your help! We are in need of snacks across our schools. If you are able to, please use the link below to make a monetary donation. Every $ matters and helps!
Make Monetary Donations here.
Or if you prefer, you can purchase one of the 5 approved snacks and bring them to Gregory and we'll get them to the CEC. (Goldfish, Pretzels, Animal Crackers, Fruit Cups, & Skinny Pop). They must be individually wrapped, have visible expiration dates, and be in unopened original boxes. Thank you!
Copy Room Volunteer Signup
Copy Room Volunteer Signup
Copy Room Signup is back for the new year. Help make copies for our Gregory staff. Training will be provided. Volunteers are needed Monday/Wednesday/Friday. We will only be having 1 volunteer a day. Please specify in the comments, when signing up, if you will be coming in the morning or in the afternoon so the staff can plan accordingly.
If you have a specific day you are able to volunteer and it's not on this Signup, reach out to the PTA and we can assist, gmspresidentpta@gmail.com
Any additional questions let the PTA know.
Thank you for helping our Gregory staff!
Join the Gregory Middle School PTA!!!!!
Join the Gregory Middle School PTA!!!!!
How does the PTA help our school?
Fun stuff:
Color Run
Rock/Paper/Scissors Winning Team Luncheon
8th Grade Promotion/Celebration
Support for teachers:
Hospitality for teachers
Stock the lounge
Support for students
Last year's Educational Enhancements!!
Money for Spring Musical to buy new equipment
Guest Speaker for Orchestra
Music Software
Junior Library Guild
PE Elliptical
Whiteboard Tape for Multiple Classrooms
Cookware/Bakeware for Foods
Games for Grade Team during SEL
Join your PTA today to help Gregory continue to Ride Together!
Thanks for supporting your Gregory PTA!
Contact the PTA with any questions gmspresidentpta@gmail.com
Gregory Givebacks
Gregory Givebacks
Through the GIVEBACKS program, you can get up to 10% Cashback everytime you shop and our school will receive up to 1%. No need for extra work, just link your payment method and choose Gregory Middle School as your cause.
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