Galileo Gazette

August

10-- Kindergarten Kickoff! 10am

13-- Meet and Greet--8:15-9:45am

14-- First Day of School

29-- Back to School Night--6:00-7:30pm

September

2-- Labor Day--No School

17-- Lockdown Drill

18-- Professional Learning Day--No school

19-- Wagon's Ho - 4th grade

Click Here for a printable calendar for the 24-25 school year.

Click Here for a 'year at a glance' version of the calendar.

We're excited for the upcoming school year and wanted to share an important update about our cell phone and electronic device policy (Policy 502.80).

To keep classrooms focused and free from distractions, students won't be allowed to use cell phones and personal electronic devices during class unless the teacher gives permission. Here are the key points:

• No Devices in Class: Students must place their devices in a designated area (like lockers or baskets) before class starts.
• Devices Off: All devices should be powered off while in the designated classroom storage area.
• Smartwatches: These can stay with students but must be turned off during instructional time. Any use of or distractions created as a result of powered wearable devices will be subject to disciplinary action.
• Exceptions: Teachers may allow device use for specific educational purposes or in emergencies.

Cell Phones and Electronic Devices - Middle School (Grades 6-8)

Starting with the 2024-25 school year, in line with Policy 503.20, all middle schools in the district will be implementing a consistent cell phone policy across all West Ada middle schools to enhance the learning environment. During the academic day, students will not be permitted to use cell phones. These devices must be stored in student lockers throughout the school day. This procedure aims to minimize distractions and support a focused and productive educational experience for all students.

The Galileo Counseling Department is excited to share we will have two counselors for the 24-25 school year to support students, parents, and staff.

Megan Robinson will continue to be at Galileo full time and will be our elementary counselor.

Sam Kristensen will be at Galileo part time and is our middle school counselor.

Galileo PTO Needs YOU! If you enjoy supporting our students through activities, clubs, and events...please consider volunteering. Contact the office for more information.

The answer to this question is due to the distance between the stop sign on Saguaro Drive and the crosswalk. If more cars are in the que than the distance allows, we have a back up which will put cars into the crosswalk and slows traffic flow. Thanks for your understanding and for following the guidance of our duties.

Please help us be good neighbors by respecting neighbors' driveways and access as you park near Galileo. Also, please don't park and leave your car unattended in a line that is moving. If you need to leave your car unattended, use one of the parking spots in the main parking lot.

Please remind others that we have students playing on our field daily. Dogs are wonderful companions but are not kind to our turf. Dogs are not allowed on the turf and please clean up your dog's mess when taking them on a walk on school grounds.

Please remember that Galileo is a closed campus from 8:15-4:30. This includes the walking path and playground areas. Visitors who haven't checked into the office will be asked to check in or to leave campus.

Dear Galileo neighbors -

In an effort to keep our students safe and our campus secure, we ask that you please close the gate behind you when you enter the school grounds using the walking path.

Thank you.

Please check the lost and found for any missing items!! Leftover items will be periodically donated.

Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri.

(Students may arrive beginning at 8:45 am)

9:05 am – First bell

9:10 am – Tardy bell

3:55 pm – Dismissal bell

Wednesday

(Students may arrive beginning at 9:00 am)

9:20 am – First bell

9:25 am – Tardy bell

3:55 pm – Dismissal bell

Students are not to be dropped off prior to these times as there is no supervision for students until the times designated.

Attendance Line

(208) 350-4106

Please call the attendance line before 9:30am if your child will be absent for any reason, or will be late to school. Please state your child’s name, teacher and reason for absence. If you are planning a vacation and your student will be absent three or more days please fill out the notification of absence form found here. This form does not excuse the absences, but will help keep everyone informed.

Principal - Rob Lamb - lamb.robert@westada.org

Secretary - Jennifer Damiano - damiano.jennifer@westada.org

Assistant Secretary - Angela Meyers - meyers.angela@westada.org

Safe School Assistant - Melissa Dahlen - dahlen.melissa@westada.org

Health Tech - Chrystalyn Coulter - coulter.chrystalyn@westada.org

Elementary Counselor - Megan Robinson - robinson.megan@westada.org

MS Counselor - Sam Kristensen - kristensen.samuel@westada.org

Website: https://www.westada.org/o/galileo
Location: 4735 West Saguaro Drive Eagle, Idaho 83616
Phone: 208-350-4105