Ms Faherty's Psychology class has been learning about ACTIVE Neural Chains. Neural chains are sequential, feed-forward series of neurons or neural modules that encode, propagate, and process information in a structured order. To engrain the parts and processes of a neural chain, these students assumed a role and acted it out.
Fifteen GHS students participated in the Metallica Scholars Heavy Metals Tour at MATC this week. Sponsored by the music group, Metallica, MATC and some of local business partners, South Suburban Consortium participating schools brought students to meet with MATC instructors, see their labs and explore career opportunities in manufacturing, construction, and logistics. The event is includes lunch and each school gets a tour of a local manufacturing company. GHS went to see Allis Roller in the Franklin Business Park. This event provides students with a preview of post secondary jobs and the education needed to get them.
The 21-time consecutive WSMA State Champion GHS Marching Band performed its annual stadium show for GMS Band students and the elementary school students this week. Students enjoyed a special walking trip to GHS for a performance by the acclaimed band and were thrilled by the band's creative set, which highlighted the incredible talent across our district.
GHS students were learning in the School Garden. Ms. Walczak's Developmental Psychology class learned about the structure and function of different parts of the brain in the garden recently. It was fun and they got to use different parts of their brain while learning about it!
Congrats to Eagle Scouts Cole Nelsen and Tyson McCravens from Troop 506, who received commendations at the Greendale Board of Education Meeting on October 5! Both of these GHS Seniors have earned the highest scouting honor after completing an Eagle Scout service project of their own choosing. It must be a substantial project in which the scout plans, develops, organizes and leads other people to create a meaningful benefit to a school, religious organization or the broader community. Both Scouts completed projects to benefit the Greendale Schools. Cole’s project was improvements to the soccer field at 84th St. and Grange Ave. Tyson’s project improved the Dixon Woods area behind GMS. Well done, Cole and Tyson!
Our GHS Spanish 3 students took part in creating beautiful art pieces as they continued their recognition of the National Hispanic Heritage Month. They created Flores de Papel. These Mexican paper flowers are influenced by indigenous origins. The Aztecs, Mayas, Nahua, and Otomí used bark from native trees in order to produce works of art. Some of them spread their love by sharing their artwork and gifting pieces to others!
In a surprise presentation on October 2, Greendale Marching Band students learned that they have been invited to perform in the London Parade on January 1, 2028, in London, England! Students were thrilled and excited to know they will star in this exclusive and prestigious world-famous event. Students remarked, “This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance that I never thought I’d experience” and “It’s going to be great with my friends…an experience I’m going to hold with me for the rest of my life.”
The GHS Developmental Psychology class learned about the structure and function of the brain by using different parts of their brain in the school garden. It was a lot of fun to experience this practical application of their learning. Students used the various parts of their brain while they were learning about it!
ICYMI: Homecoming was last weekend and our Panthers got fired up for the game with their traditional pep rally on Friday afternoon. Complete with the running in of the game ball, performances by the Cheer team and Poms, the annual celebration of Guy Poms and fun competitions between grade levels and staff. Check out these images of a wonderful event!
GHS welcomed 153 members of the Class of 2030 to Freshman Transition Day at the school on Monday. Students had an opportunity to tour the school, see their Freshman schedules and walk to classrooms. They also learned more about extracurricular opportunities, student responsibilities and policies, and heard "insiders' 'tips" from upperclassmen. Students also had a chance to meet other members of their class and enjoy lunch. It was a great morning for building community and belonging to launch Freshman year!
Interested in the GHS Fall/Winter Theatre Productions– Come to an audition workshop!
GHS Theatre is hosting its Fall 2026 Audition Workshops on these dates. All events are held in the auditorium at GHS.
August 5, 2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
August 6, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m.
August 11, 2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
August 12, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m.
August 18, 3:00 - 5:30 p.m.
August 19, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m.
August 20, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
At these events, students will work through audition scenes, have some fun, get comfortable, sing audition songs, and practice auditioning with Mr. Schaetzke. Attend every time, or one or two to check it out and practice on your own. The first half of each workshop will focus on the fall play, Our Town, and the second half will focus on the winter musical, A Chorus Line.
These activities are optional and students may come to as many or as few as they would like. They will be fun and encouraging and will get students ready for auditions. Mr. Schaetzke will have packets available starting Wednesday, August 5, and then posted online. Dance workshops and auditions will be announced when we finalize the schedule.
Questions? Contact Mr. Schaetzke.
Back to School Check in is Open! Once your forms are finished, head over to the new BACK TO SCHOOL HUB webpage. This one-stop page contains info you need to get your Panther's ready for the new school year. Check it out now.
Back to School Check In/OLR will open on Wednesday, July 15. This annual review is REQUIRED of all Greendale Schools’ families. It is an opportunity to review and confirm or update student and family information.
Reviewing this information takes place in Infinite Campus and ensures the school has the most accurate information on student enrollment, correct address and contact information for families, emergency contact details, and health and demographic information for your children. This process must be completed BEFORE the first day of school, September 1, 2026. Student Fees are also due at that time.
Watch for an email message when the Infinite Campus portal is available for OLR. Families must have an Infinite Campus PARENT PORTAL account to complete this process. Please make sure you have an account and can access it. This is the same account you use to review your student(s) report cards. Thank you!
The Greendale High School Band has been invited to participate in the London Parade and Festival 2028 on January 1, 2028, in London, England. The London Parade is one of the world’s premier marching band events and is a tradition that began in 1987 with just 2,000 performers. Over its 40 years, it has grown into a world-class celebration featuring participants from the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and beyond, with a reach of 500 million viewers each year.
The Greendale Marching Band has made numerous high profile appearances, including participating twice in both the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City (2016, 2023) and the Rose Parade (2020, 2026) in Pasadena, California. The London New Year’s Day Parade represents the band’s first international appearance. Check out an announcement video here.
Incoming Freshman: Attend Transition Day at GHS
Members of the GHS Class of 2030 (the 2026-2027 incoming Freshman) are invited to attend a FREE Incoming Freshman Transition Day on Monday, August 17, 8:25 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Greendale High School. Doors open at 8:10 a.m.
Join us for opportunities to tour the school, see your Freshman schedule and walk to your classrooms, learn more about extracurricular opportunities, get to know fellow classmates, and hear "insiders' 'tips" from upperclassmen. We will end the transition day with lunch.
All incoming freshmen are encouraged to attend. Sign up by July 17 by filling out the form linked here. Families are responsible for providing transportation to and from the event. Registered families will receive an email over the summer with reminders and additional details for the event. Check out the flier on our website and register today!
School's Out: Kickoff to a Safe Summer CANCELED 6/11/2026
A message from the School's Out Committee:
If you've been watching the weather, you see that at the moment it looks like it'll be a rough time this afternoon and evening.
As an outdoor event, focused on having a safe summer, we're obviously prioritizing participant safety, and that means we had to make the sad decision to cancel the event tonight. We're brainstorming ways to bring the event back some time this summer, and hope we'll still be able to showcase all the fun, safe, and enriching opportunities our community has to offer!
For those of you willing to brave the weather, a few kids activities will still be available in the community room downstairs in the Greendale Library between 3:00-7:00PM.
Sincerely,
The School's Out: Kickoff to a Safe Summer Organizing Committee
A message from the School's Out Committee:
If you've been watching the weather, you see that at the moment it looks like it'll be a rough time this afternoon and evening.
As an outdoor event, focused on having a safe summer, we're obviously prioritizing participant safety, and that means we had to make the sad decision to cancel the event tonight. We're brainstorming ways to bring the event back some time this summer, and hope we'll still be able to showcase all the fun, safe, and enriching opportunities our community has to offer!
For those of you willing to brave the weather, a few kids activities will still be available in the community room downstairs in the Greendale Library between 3:00-7:00PM.
Sincerely,
The School's Out: Kickoff to a Safe Summer Organizing Committee
Congratulations to our 2026 retirees! We appreciate, recognize and celebrate your commitment to our students. Best wishes as you move forward to your next chapters! #PantherPride #LearnGrowEngageGreendale #CultivatingExcellence
These students spent the day at the Zoo to celebrate the end of their senior year at GHS!
Greendale High School Physics students competed in the 2025-26 Cardboard Boat Regatta this week. Pool repairs postponed this annual spectacle for several months. This fun competition featured 54 teams that built cardboard watercraft secured only with packing tape and raced them in the GHS swimming pool. By the end of the evening, thirty-four of these boats sprang leaks, capsized, or sunk. Congratulations go to team You Wouldn't Steal a Boat (T. McCravens, I. Hanson, C. Niles, and O. Servais) for taking 3rd place, team Coulombs Cutlass (L. Mettille, X. Marquez, L. Curro, and K. Lemberger) for taking 2nd place, and team Momentum Marauders (L. Shibilski, H. Isotalo, J. Hajewski, and R. Hajewski) for winning the competition! A special thanks is extended to the custodial staff and volunteers who helped make the event a success.
GHS Culinary teacher Ms. Seivert ambitiously taught her Introduction to Foods students how to roll and cut their own pasta. Then, students had a choice of sauces to make.