Greendale School District

The cast and crew of the high school's theatre production, Chicago, welcomed a notable GHS alumna just in time for the opening of the show this week. Hollywood actress Jane Kaczmarek (GHS '74) visited the school. Kaczmarek told the students about her path to success as a television star (Malcolm in the Middle, St. Elsewhere, Hill Street Blues) and her experiences as a Greendale student. Her humor and kindness were enjoyed by students and staff alike. Media partners from CBS58 were on hand for an interview, which will appear on the station's news next week. Tickets and information on Chicago are available on the GHS Theatre website here.

2 months ago, Greendale Schools

Group of people on a theater stage with "CHICAGO" sign.

A group of people posing in front of a stage with a "CHICAGO" marquee sign.

A smiling man and woman standing on a stage in front of a "CHICAGO" sign with a group of seated people in the background.

March is designated as Youth Art Month and our Greendale Schools' student artists are showcasing the creativity, talent, and hard work that comes with creating works of art. The Greendale Public Library has a selected display of artwork from all of the Greendale schools. These works will be at the library through the month of March only. Please visit the art show and share this experience with your family.

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

A person painting a landscape on a canvas in an art studio.

Three children's drawings of owls with colorful details.

College Park fourth graders completed their Geology unit with a special presentation by the school's principal, Mr. Brock. During their studies, the students learned about rocks, minerals, and erosion. Mr. Brock explained how the Ice Age resulted in deposition of many sediments, including flakes of gold, in the soil in our state. A gold-panning enthusiast, Mr. Brock showed the students how to separate sediment using a sluice to find gold.

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

A man showing something to a group of children seated on a school hallway floor

A man in a teal hoodie shows children a water-filled container outdoors.

Last week, GHS Biomedical Innovations students presented the results of their recent experiments. Using posters to showcase their learning, students explained how they acquired data and statistically analyzed it to determine if groups had significant differences in results. Each group tested physical abilities and strengths of peers, comparing things like grip strength between track and tennis players, lung capacity of wind instrument players and the general population, vertical jump ability of cheerleaders and basketball players, the oxygen capacity of swimmers and wind instrument players, and other topics. Their findings were interesting and their research and analysis skills impressive! Great work, Panthers.

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

Biomedical Innovation students will be presenting their experiments by showcasing their posters. Students acquired data and statistically analyzed it to determine if groups had significant differences in results.

Three individuals examining posters of academic presentations in a hallway.

Three people in a hallway, two observing a research poster on the wall, and one writing on a clipboard.

We've got seats available for tomorrow's Pops Concert at GHS. Join us -- 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. shows on Saturday, February 28. Get your tickets here: https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/greendalemusic/buy-tix

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

A stage set with music stands labeled "Greendale Jazz" and chairs, illuminated by purple lighting.

Time 4 Learning (4K) Registration is underway NOW!
Don’t wait until the last minute! Securing your spot early helps us plan for the best possible classroom experience. Registration for 4K for the 2026-2027 school year has been open and families may still register; however, at this time the opportunity to request the AM or PM session may be limited. Complete registration information is posted on the Time 4 Learning website.

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

Time 4 Learning Registration Graphic Announcing Registration is open and photos of kiddos

The Community Connections Black History Month Celebration was a great success! Students and families from all our Greendale schools joined together at Highland View. Guests were entertained by the music and dance of Milwaukee's own, "We are The Drum" and enjoyed performances by student winners of the Black History Month Art and Essay Contest. Many thanks to the Black-owned businesses who participated in the event. It was a great evening!

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

African American performer singing in front of a Black history month banner.

Performers waiting to be announced for a dance performance

Dancers performing at Black history Month event.

Participants at the BlackHistory Month event.

Adults explaining the awards they are giving for Black History Month

Greendale Schools and Brush Box present Crafts & Conversations Night -- An event for Elementary School Families
Join us for a fun, FREE night for Elementary Students and their adults cultivating conversations and creating a craft on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Greendale High School Cafeteria (MPR). This activity night is for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade at Canterbury, College Park, Highland View, St. Al's and their caring adults. One adult per family must attend. Registration needed, a limited number of reservations available. Supplies are ready for the first 100 registrants. A waiting list will be created for registrations after the first 100. You will be contacted if your family is on the waiting list. Contact Contact Middle School Counselor Erin Koplitz at erin.koplitz@greendaleschools.org or (414) 423-2800 ext. 3102 with questions. If you are registered and can no longer attend, please contact Erin.

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

Crafts and Conversations event design for Elementary Schoolers sponsored by Greendale Schools and Brush Box

Canterbury 5th grade students finished their ELA (English Language Arts) unit about the Renaissance. As a final project, each student chose a Renaissance artist and wrote about the artist’s early years, projects and accomplishments, and what made him great. They also wrote a diary entry from a day in the life of their artist written from the artist’s perspective.

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

Fifth grade students working on ELA project at desks.

Fifth grade boy working on his ELA project at desk with papers spread out in front of him.

Fifth grade boy posing at desk with his ELA project spread out in front of him.

Fifth grade girl smiling at her desk working on her ELA project.

A group of fifth grade students posing with their ELA projects at the front of the class.

Crafts & Conversations -- An event for Middle School Students
Join us for a fun, FREE after school event for Middle Schoolers to cultivate conversations and create a craft on Tuesday, March 3 , 2026 3:15-4:30 p.m. in the Greendale Middle School Cafeteria (MPR). This activity night is for students, caring adults are invited to attend. Registration needed, a limited number of reservations available. Supplies are ready for the first 100 registrants. A waiting list will be created for registrations after the first 100. You will be contacted if your family is on the waiting list. Contact Contact Middle School Counselor Erin Koplitz at erin.koplitz@greendaleschools.org or (414) 423-2800 ext. 3102 with questions. If you are registered and can no longer attend, please contact Erin.

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

Crafts and Conversations event design for Grades 6 - 8 sponsored by Greendale Schools and Brush Box

Join us TONIGHT for a community conversation on Executive Functioning Skills for Students -- Tuesday, February 10, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Hose Tower.

Community Alliance, Greendale Schools and the Greendale Public Health Department are teaming up to discuss the executive functioning skills we all need for success. Find out what these essential skills may look like based on a child’s age: planning, time management, task initiation, organization, problem solving, flexibility, working memory, emotional control, impulse control, attentional control and self monitoring. Registration recommended. Use this link or call the Greendale Health Department at 414-423-2110.

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

Executive Functioning Event Flier with all details of event same as the story

A group of students attended the Northwestern Mutual/Milliman Actuary Science Seminar at the NM Headquarters in Downtown Milwaukee last week. The students learned about education necessary to become an actuary and received information on internships available for this career path. They spent time finding out about the typical "Day in the Life" of an Actuary, the Actuary Exams, and the Actuarial Career Path. They also explored a case study example and finished the day with a Q&A from two top executives from NM and Milliman. #LearnGrowEngageGreendale

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

Five students at seated around a wooden table smiling for the camera

Slide with the words what is an actuary and what do actuaries do.

Greendale 4th graders visited JA BizTown, a simulation where students work together in businesses to learn how an economy and community work. They earn paychecks for their work, support the town's businesses by shopping at them, all while working together to help their community run smoothly. We are also incredibly proud of our students for the positive way they represented Greendale at BizTown. They demonstrated leadership, responsibility, and teamwork, and we received wonderful feedback about their behavior and effort. Great job, Panthers!

3 months ago, Greendale Schools

Student in hard hat and safety vest working a "job" in BizTown simulation

Boy and girl work as tellers at JA BizTown simulation

Two smiling girls working their "jobs" at BizTown simulation

Girl in hard hat and safety vest working her "job" at BizTown simulation

Adult supervisor overseeing students on computers working their "job" in BizTown simulation

Girl and boy get instruction on their "job" at BizTown simulation

Over twenty Greendale High students connected with local healthcare leaders at the Second Annual Hands-On Healthcare Careers Expo on February 3. Students learned about a variety of healthcare careers and made connections with local organizations that serve the community. The hands-on event, held at Greenfield High School and hosted by the Center for Healthcare Careers of Southeast Wisconsin, welcomed more than 1,000 students from across Southeast Wisconsin. It featured over 35 interactive experiences hosted by major healthcare partners, including Ascension, Advocate Aurora Health, Froedtert Health, and Children’s Wisconsin.

The students spoke with healthcare professionals, explored real-world demonstrations, and learned about education pathways and career opportunities across a wide range of health-related fields. This annual fair helps students to understand the vital role of these healthcare organizations in meeting workforce needs and supporting community well-being.

4 months ago, Greendale Schools

Four young adults smiling in a gymnasium with people and a sign in the background.

A group of five individuals in a gymnasium wearing surgical caps and masks, holding surgical instruments.

A group of people observing a medical demonstration on a mannequin in a gymnasium.

A group of people gathers around an informational booth in a gym, with a table displaying various items like a skeleton hand model and foam rollers.

Two women working with a medical arm model on a table at an educational fair.

A woman points to x-ray images on a display board at a Children's Wisconsin booth with blue tablecloth.

Students engaged at a medical demonstration table in a gymnasium.

The GHS SET Team is recognizing Black History Month. Check out this video highlighting ways everyone can celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of Black Americans. Greendale's Community Connections celebration of Black History Month is set for Thursday, February 19, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Highland View. Join us for dance, music, arts and crafts, and food from Milwaukee's Black community. Please bring cash for vendor purchases.

#LearnGrowEngageGreendale #CultivatingExcellence

4 months ago, Greendale Schools

Order NOW - Greendale St. Patrick's Day Apparel
The Greendale School Store will be offering one final chance to place your pre-order for Greendale x St. Patricks Day Apparel! The online store will close THIS Sunday at midnight. If you'd like to support the Greendale DECA Program and show your School Spirit, feel free to place your order today! https://bsg.chipply.com/greendalestpattys/

4 months ago, Greendale Schools

GHS Educators Rising is collecting Personal Hygiene and Toiletry items for people in need in our community ,now through February 9, 2026. Donations will be delivered to local community organizations, including Greendale's own Caring Closet to help families in need. Full- and travel-side items are needed, including: Soap & Body Wash, Deodorant, Feminine Hygiene products, Lip Balm, Lotion, Shampoo, Toothbrushes and Toothpaste.

Bring your items to any Greendale school office or donate funds to the drive through Classmunity. All funds will be used to purchase hygiene items for those in need.

4 months ago, Greendale Schools

Hygiene Drive Flier updated with QR code and products needed.

Panthers Please NOTE: Tomorrow Night's (1/23/26) Boys Basketball Game is postponed until 2/4/26 at GHS. The Athletic Hall of Fame induction at GHS and the Girls Basketball Game away at Pewaukee will go on as planned.

4 months ago, Greendale Schools

Screen shot of a post announcing change to basketball schedule but continuance of Hall of Fame and girls game as planned.

2026 Senior Night at the Theatre is SOLD OUT! Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets for this annual Dinner & a Show event. We're excited to welcome you on March 19.

4 months ago, Greendale Schools

Senior Night at the Theatre flier with details of event and phrase SOLD OUT!

Students worked together to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by sharing their own ideas on how to make the world a better place. #MLKDay #CultivatingExcellence

4 months ago, Greendale Schools

Students handprints touching a light blue globe posted on a black piece of paper and writing how to make the world better by treating people fairly.

Students handprints touching a light blue globe posted on a black piece of paper and writing how to make the world better by being kind and teaching people how to be kind.

Students handprints touching a light blue globe posted on a black piece of paper and writing how to make the world better by helping with the wash and picking up garbage.

Students handprints touching a light blue globe posted on a black piece of paper and writing how to make the world better by making the world clean and making sure people are ok.

Students handprints touching a light blue globe posted on a black piece of paper and writing how to make the world better by getting along with others.

Students handprints touching a light blue globe posted on a black piece of paper and writing how to make the world better by being kind and keeping peace and picking up trash.