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2019-2020 Clearbrook-Gonvick Staff
Best Staff around welcomes everyone to a new school year!! GO BEARS!!!
Minnesota Goes to College
Minnesota Goes to College Formerly Minnesota College Knowledge Month, Minnesota Goes to College consists of two state-wide college-going campaigns: College Knowledge Month, Minnesota’s college application campaign and . . .
Open House and Meal--August 28
Open House and Food Service lunch application. Get a free meal by filling out your lunch application online. Here is the link to the application. If you do it now or the night of open house you get a free meal!! . . .
Bus Drivers Needed!
Want to help your community? Steins Bus Service is looking for trip drivers! Get your license and help haul our most precious cargo to their games and activities. Don’t have your license? That’s okay we can help you . . .
Yearbooks Arriving
Message from Mr. Bettin: Yearbooks will be delivered to all students Friday May 17th during lunchtime. We have a limited number of remaining copies for both High school and elementary yearbooks. We will sell at a . . .
Track and Field Day for 4th-6th grade will be Monday, May 20
Track & Field Day for 4th-6th grade will be held on Monday, May 20. A letter with complete info will be going home.
22 New Students Added to 4th Grade This Week!!!
Mrs. Ehlers 4th grade classroom exploded overnight this week. When she arrived at school she found 17 new 4th graders in her classroom!! A few more arrived during the day until they had to make space for 22 new students!!! . . .
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Upcoming Music Events
May 3-4 Band & Choir Trip to Twin Cities 5:15 a.m. departure time Friday May 10th First Grade Mother's Day Program at 1:45 p.m. in the Music Room Monday, May 13 JH/HS Spring Band and . . .
Scholastic Book Fair coming soon!
May 6-8, 2019
Keep your kids reading this summer! Stock up at our Buy One, Get One Free Book Fair! Preview Day – Monday, May 6 th – 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. . . .
College Teaching Degree Scholarship for CG alumni
ED MN Teaching Degree Scholarship
Band & Choir bring home all Superior Ratings!!!
Our CG band and choir headed to BSU on April 3, 2019 for the yearly large group contest.
Both the band and choir took home a clean sweep of Superior Ratings for their performances!
Congratulations to all . . .
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Bear Share & Science Fair
TODAY!!!! Thursday, March 28
UPDATE: Safety Announcement: The Bears have moved on!
The Conservation officer confirms that the Bears have moved out of the area so it is safe for students to walk to school. Officers will continue to monitor the area.
But, this BEAR showed up and met with students, officers and . . .
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Children's Dental Services
If you are interested in dental services for your child, please see the attached information and registration form. Services are provided by Children's Dental Services right in our school. The initial date, . . .
Boys Basketball Playoffs begin on Thursday, March 7 with the Bears taking on Fosston
The Bears boys basketball team will open playoffs at Fosston on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 7:00 pm when they take on the Fosston Greyhounds. GO BEARS!!!!! Click here for complete playoff pairings. Admission fee . . .
Angel Care Fundraiser
The Annual Angel Care Fundraiser finished up last week with the Bucket Raffle drawing for many great prizes, a huge bake sale, concessions, and, for many people the highlight of the night, Potato Klub! All this took place at the boys . . .
Annual Art Exhibit: Feb 25-March 8
Some photos from the exhibit added
Exhibit continues until March 8.
Girls Basketball Playoffs begin with the Bears taking on Fosston on 2/28/19
The Bears girls basketball team will open playoffs vs Fosston at Fosston on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 7:00 pm. GO BEARS!!!!! Click here for complete playoff pairings. Admission fee is: Adults: $7.00, . . .
LAST SNOW MAKEUP DAY IS MAY 10!
SCHOOL WILL BE IN SESSION ON FRIDAY, MAY 10 AS A SNOW MAKEUP DAY!
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day!
Andy Anderson honored
Recently, our very own Andy Anderson was honored by our CG Kindness squad ( #kindnesssquad ) on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Well done Andy!!! Thank you for your service to us!
Choir sings at Digikey
On December 19, the choir traveled to Digi-Key corporation to sing for one of their employee Christmas dinners. The groups was treated to pizza, a presentation about Digi-Key corporation, and several door prizes. Digi-Key generously . . .
String Art
Before Christmas break Student Council sponsored a fun afternoon for the students 7-12. One of the many activities students could choose from was String Art. Students chose a pattern, hammered the nails in place, and wove the string to . . .
Unrivaled Royalty: Arnie Johnson (Gonvick native), former Rochester Royal, still reigns as only BSU Beaver in NBA history
also added an article by the Tri-County Canary written in 2016
Arnie Johnson-Bemidji Pioneer Article
Arnie Johnson article from Tri-County Canary
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas And Happy New Year from the staff and students at Clearbrook-Gonvick School May you be blessed with time with family . . .
THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF COPPER
click for link to donate Donations are also being matched by the Calmenson Foundation. 125 students will be able to make a copper tooled wall art piece to keep. These last for lifetimes.
Veterans Day program to be held Nov 12
The Clearbrook-Gonvick School will be holding its annual Veterans Day Program on Monday, November 12th at 10:00 A.M. in the School gymnasium. Veterans will be honored and they are asked to come 15 minutes before the program starts. The . . .
Winter Player/Parent sports meeting
The winter sports meeting for players and parents will be held on Monday, November 5 at 7:00 pm in the gym. This is for grades 7th-12th.
Football team playoffs begin October 23
Football team begins playoffs on Tuesday, October 23 at Goodridge at 7:00 pm. GO BEARS! Tickets are: Adults: $7.00, Students: $5.00. Prices are set by the Region 8 Committee. No . . .
Volleyball team defeats Red Lake, takes on Mahnomen-Waubun
Congratulations to the volleyball team on their win over Red Lake last night! They now play Mahnomen-Waubun on Thursday, October 25 at 7:00 pm at Waubun. GO BEARS! Tickets are: Adults: $7.00, Students: $5.00. Prices are set by the . . .
Home of the Bears!!
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Building Referendum Information
CG Tax Impact web site-click Printable fast facts
Welcome to Clearbrook-Gonvick Open House
August 29
Welcome Back and Special Welcome to all new students and families!! Thanks for joining us! Open House (7th-12th) and K-6 Entrance Conferences will take place on Wednesday, August 29 from 11:00-7:00 Elementary . . .
K-12 student schedules are on Synergy
Students in grades 7-12, schedules are available on Synergy. Log in to check it out.
Open House Meal
Open House is August 29th from 11:00-7:00. Check out the special event!
School Bus Drivers Needed
Contact Steins Bus Service for information.
Art Supplies Needed--check the list for stuff you may have laying around!!
From our Art Teacher, Mrs. Brown: The following are things we could use in the art room and folks out there might just have things like these laying around. Maybe taking up space or cluttering basements or garages. Thanks to all who . . .
Help our students by serving as Math Corps Tutor
Help students at Clearbrook-Gonvick reach their full potential by serving as a Math Corps tutor. Reach every student who needs an extra boost. Apply today: www.readingandmath.net
Class of 2018 Adds to the Student Sculpture Garden
Class of 2018 Sculpture The sculpture came to being from a design Brody Arlaud worked on in my 3-D Art Class. Seniors who worked on the sculpture with me were, Keisha Jones, Cassandra Faldet, Kayla Berrard, Sierra Walters . . .
Senior Class of 2018
Congratulations to the Class of 2018! As you go forward in life, please use the knowledge and skills you have learned to become good citizens. Use your abilities to positively impact yourself, your family, your community, your country and . . .
CG Thanks Local Law Enforcement
National Police Officers Day--May 15, 2018
May 15 was National Police Officers Day. The CG Bears staff and students welcomed local police officers for lunch. The officers spent the lunch time visiting with students and posing for photos. Thanks to all the officers . . .
CG Alum Madison Stenzel named NCTC 2018 Student of the Year
Madison Stenzel named NCTC 2018 Student of the Year Northland Community & Technical College (NCTC) proudly announces the 2018 Student of the Year for the Thief River Falls campus, Madison Stenzel. . . .
Robin Proffit Receives School Lunch Hero Award!!
Robin Proffit accepts the School Lunch Hero award Robin Proffit, the Food Service Director for Clearbrook-Gonvick Schools was the recipient of one of three awards that was given out this year by the Minnesota Department of . . .
Music Concerts--May 14 & 15
Spring Concerts Celebrate the Movies and the USA Clearbrook-Gonvick music students are making final preparations for their spring concerts which will be presented May 14 and 15. The junior/senior high school concert . . .
Basketball Awards
The boys and girls basketball teams recently held their awards banquet. The following award winners were announced: Girls: 1st team Northwoods All-Conference: Brynn Hetland & Jackielynn Taflin 2nd team . . .
Poppy Poster Winners
Jacie Bergerson, a fourth grade student at the Clearbrook-Gonvick School, was the Grand Prize winner of the annual Poppy Poster contest. She is the daughter of Jeremy and Cathy Bergerson of Gully. Jacie is pictured with Faye Bjerke, Gonvick . . .
Band and Choir Receive Superior Ratings!
Congratulations to our Choir and Band! Each ensemble received Superiors at Large Group Contest! Contest was hosted at Bemidji State University on April 11th. All three judges for each group's performance gave superior ratings. A superior . . .
Art Exhibition: ARTIST RECEPTION TIME CHANGE TO 6:00-8:00
April 18-20
NOTE TIME CHANGE FOR ARTISTS RECEPTION: 6:00-8:00 PM (not 4:00-6:00 as stated on the poster)
Science Fair a Huge Success!
The annual Science Fair was held on Thursday, April 5. All 7th-10th grade students exhibited their Science Fair projects. After the judging was done the following winners were announced: Junior High Winners: Left . . .
TEAM Donation for Car Restoration Project
TEAM Foundation recently donated $5,000 to the 1970 Plymouth restoration project conducted by Clearbrook-Gonvick Industrial Technology. Students are performing body repair and refinishing, mechanical rebuilding, and . . .
Bear Share Science Fair & Fry Bread Taco Supper April 5, 2018
Plan to attend! The Science Fair itself, with judging, will run from 8:30 to about noon. Students will be available to discuss their projects. The afternoon display (4:30-6:30) will just have the projects themselves for your . . .
Principal Search Underway for Clearbrook-Gonvick
Applications due April 20. (Note earlier date.)
Principal Posting Principal Application
Youth do fundraiser for St. Jude
Two fifth grade girls recently wanted to teach an after school class for 2nd-5th graders. They worked with Community Education and iMPACT (a student organization that does fundraising for various projects), organizing and planning the . . .
Madison Stenzel playing in National Tournament for Second Year!!
Northland Wins Region Title-Heads to Nationals-Play Thursday, March 15 at 3:00 pm
The Northland Pioneers Womens's basketball team won their Regional tournament and now advance to the National tournament on March 15-17 in Rockford, Illinois. Click here for tournament information . Madison Stenzel is a . . .
CG Students Art Work Currently on Display at the Capitol
Read article courtesy Leader Record Photo of some of the art work displayed by Senator Paul Utke's office.
Clearbrook-Gonvick Bears were honored at Champions Night
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Boys Basketball Wins Playoff Game--Now travel to Cass Lake on March 8
Congratulations to the Boys basketball team on their 80-30 win over LOW. They now take on the #1 seed Cass Lake. The game is at Cass Lake on Thursday, March 8 at 7:00 pm. GO BEARS! Ticket prices as set by the . . .
Girls Basketball Playoffs begin March 1
DATE CORRECTED FROM MARCH 8
DATE CORRECTED FROM MARCH 8 ON ORIGINAL POST! The Girls basketball team begins playoffs on Thursday, March 1 with a game vs WEM. The game will be at CG at 7:00. GO BEARS! Ticket prices as set by the Region 8 Committee are: . . .
Snow Week 2018!!
Snow Week 2018! Enjoy the video!
Summer Academic Enrichment Opportunities
Summer Academic Camps 2018
Karen Nielsen
The entire Clearbrook-Gonvick School staff and student body along with the surrounding community and alumni are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of retired staff member Karen Nielsen. Mrs. Nielsen taught in Gonvick and . . .
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Honor Band Concert
BSU Honor Band Participants: Congratulations on Saturday's excellent concert! We heard a great variety of music (even a little samba!) from nearly 170 high school musicians representing about 30 schools all . . .
Superintendent Search Underway for Clearbrook-Gonvick
Applications due March 5, 2018
Superintendent Posting Superintendent Application
Honor Band
Seven students were selected to participate in BSU’s Honor Band. They were nominated for their excellence on their instrument, their attitude in and out of the classroom, and their participation in musical events . . .
A Little Christmas at CG
Many activities took place at CG the week before Christmas. Several teachers shared a few photos!!
First Grade History Lessons
History lessons are being learned in Mrs. Hegg’s First Grade class at Clearbrook-Gonvick Elementary School. The students were given a name of a Historical Person. They each had to find information and get costumes for what . . .
Nathanael Dahl to play in Graphic Edge Bowl for Northland
CG Bear Nathanael Dahl is a freshman defensive lineman for Northland. He will play with his team in the Graphic Edge Bowl on Sunday, December 3. Click for more info Northland Wins MCAC Football Championship . . .
Veterans Day program at Clearbrook-Gonvick
The Veterans Day program at CG was well attended by many veterans, guests and the entire CG student body and staff. Thanks to the Clearbrook American Legion and Auxiliary for preparing the program and the goodies afterward. Veterans . . .
Book Fair Coming Soon!
Go on a wild reading adventure! Visit our Wild West Book Fair October 2nd - 4th ! Be sure to download the @ScholasticBookFairs app, which makes finding the right book easy! ( Book Fair Homepage ) Our . . .
Farm to Plate at Clearbrook-Gonvick
Farm to Plate at Clearbrook-Gonvick
Picture Day is September 22
PICTURE DAY! September 22. Information will be sent home. If you would like to order online go to Lifetouch You will need the picture day ID: MI547023Y0
Welcome Back!!
We hope you have a great 2017-2018 school year!! The staff of Clearbrook-Gonvick School wishes to:
New Food Services policies, online lunch app, online payments and more!!!!
Check out the FOOD SERVICES page for all information including new policies, new online lunch app, new payment site and more!
CG Students on TV
Tree Planting: https://lptv.org/golden-apple-clearbrook-gonvick-students-plant-trees-for-minnesotas-arbor-month/
Northern Access Dental Clinc coming to CG
Northern Dental Access Center will be coming to the Clearbrook-Gonvick School this year! You should have received a Medical History/Consent form to complete if you would like your child to receive a cleaning, . . .
Bears Basketball Awards
The winter athletic banquet was held on April 6. The following players received recognition / awards. Congratulations to all! BOYS: (no photo available) All-Conference: Nathanael Dahl, Tristan Bakke . . .
Muffins with Mom
The annual Muffins with Mom breakfast was held on March 24 with the kitchen staff serving students and their moms delicious muffins. Thanks to those that were able to attend with your children! Thanks to Richards Publishing for . . .
I Love to Read Month “Raps” Up!!
I Love to Read Month “Raps” Up!! This year’s theme for “I Love to Read” month was “Reading is Music to My Ears”. Several fun activities have been scheduled by staff throughout the month . . .
Music in Our Schools Month ends on a “High Note”
Music in Our Schools Month ends on a “High Note” Fourth and fifth grade students from CG elementary traveled to Bemidji on Friday to hear the Bemidji Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Beverly Everett. . . .
Science Fair Winners
The Science Fair was held on March 30. 7th-10th graders completed a project and exhibited it in the gym. They were judged by community members who chose the top three in each division. A People's Choice was also awarded . . .
Statement from Superintendent Wayne Olson
As I am sure many of you are aware by now, Clearbrook-Gonvick Bus #2 was involved in an accident this morning. The Bus was going east and was turning north toward Gully; when it was hit broad side by a car headed south. . . .
Bear Share Science Fair
March 30, 4:30-6:30
Plan to attend! The Science Fair itself, with judging, will run from 8:30 to about noon. Students will be available to discuss their projects. The afternoon display (4:30-6:30) will just have the projects themselves for your . . .
Bus Safety Skit
Stein's Bus Service presented a Bus Safety Skit to K-3 recently.
Madison Stenzel playing in National Basketball Tournament!
Madison Stenzel, 2016 CG grad and basketball player has continued her basketball career at Northland College in TRF. The Pioneer team is heading to the national tournament this weekend! Northland won the Region XIIIB . . .
CG Celebrates the Birthday of Dr. Seuss!
Kicks Off "I Love to Read" month
CG staff kicked off "I Love to Read" month and honored Dr. Seuss on his birthday with a special performance in the school commons. Students were entertained by their teachers as they paraded across the stage to the tune of . . .
CG Musicians Make “Sweet Music” at Contest
CG Musicians Make “Sweet Music” at Contest Clearbrook-Gonvick music students, under the direction of directors Katrina Stewart and Tammy Ragan recently competed in the ensemble (small group) contest at Bagley High . . .
Donation to Library from Alumni
$10,000 spent from Lou Nylen estate for library Lou Nylen estate left $10,000 to the Clearbrook-Gonvick school. The donation was to be used only for the school library. Elsie Ballard, the Computer Tech, Librarian, Test . . .
McCoy Wins Spelling Bee
Haley McCoy wins Clearbrook-Gonvick Spelling Bee A district-wide spelling bee was held at Clearbrook-Gonvick School for grades 5-8 on Friday, January 20. The local school spelling bee, part of the Scripps National Spelling Bee . . .
Former coach and teacher, Steve Philion, to be recognized on Friday, February 24!
Coach Steve Philion, was inducted into the MN Boys Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame last November. Former players, students and colleagues are planning a brief recognition for Coach Philion on Friday, February 24th, at the home game . . .
Turn in BoxTops by Feb 16
Turn in BoxTops!
Night of the Arts (Fundraiser Supper) Schedule of performances
February 16, 2017
Schedule of Performances
Honor Band
Kendehl Ballard, Elizabeth Bodensteiner, and Jeanette Ballard were invited to participate in BSU's 2017 Honor Band. They attended a day's worth of rehearsals and sectionals with Bemidji State University music faculty and performed in . . .
Paraprofessional Week: January 23-27
Thanks to all our paraprofessionals for all the work you do for our students and school! You are appreciated!!
One Act play will do pre-competition performances
One Act Play Performances Pre-Competition One Act Play Performances - Wednesday, January 25 5:00 pm and again at 6:30pm at C-G School Choir and Band room. Free . . .
CG Choir Performs at Digi-Key
The CG Choir was invited to sing carols for Digi-Key staff and employees as a part of their Christmas Dinner Party on Dec. 22. Thanks for representing our school!
Christmas at CG
Our students and staff enjoying the last day of school before Christmas vacation! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!
Holiday Cards for Veterans!
Spreading Joy and Thanks to Our Veterans! This is the third year students have created Christmas cards and messages for veterans. Students grades k-12 get to practice writing friendly letters and create art, and veterans will receive . . .
Christmas Concerts coming up!
Parents take Note!!!!! Elementary Christmas Concert (K- 3): Tuesday, December 13 @ 6:30 p.m. JH/HS Christmas Concert: Monday, December 19 @ 6:30 p.m. Come share the spirit of . . .
Veterans Day program held at school
On this Veterans Day we want to thank all our veterans for your service and sacrifice! We can never thank you enough for providing the precious freedoms that we have in our country! We had a wonderful program at school this morning. . . .
Solo Contestants Bring Home High Marks!!!
Clearbrook-Gonvick music students performed well at Fall Solo Contest in Park Rapids on November 2! Receiving superior ratings were: Bryce Johnson, baritone; Savanna Rankin, mezzo soprano; and Callie Baker, contralto. Just missing a superior . . .
Halloween Fun at CG!!
Our staff enjoyed the day!! Thank you to Kathy Kjolhaug for the photos!
Fire Prevention Week
National Fire Prevention Week, October 10-14.. The theme was "Don't wait, check the date." This was reference to making sure fire alarms are working. The Gonvick and Clearbrook fire departments brought . . .
Student of the Month, Teacher Feature, Support Staff of the Month
Every month a teacher, support staff person and Elementary and High School students are featured. Check the quick links on the right side of the page regularly so you don't miss out!
Web Calendar issues have been resolved!
The activities are now showing properly as either "home" or "away".
Homecoming Royalty!
Congratulations to our HOMECOMING Royalty! Front Row: King Tristan Bakke, Queen Liz Bodensteiner Back Row: Freshmen attendants: Levi Nelson and Lindsey Gray, Sophomore attendants Damen Bakke and Adrianna Churness, Junior . . .
Meet The Bears-more photos added!
The annual Meet The Bears event was held Wednesday, August 24 with the Football, Volleyball and Cross Country teams welcoming our young Bears fans for activities. The Bear Boosters assisted by providing root beer floats!
Former CG Teacher Named The First Lady of Clearwater County!
Eileen Lien selected as First Lady of the county Tamara Edevold from the Clearwater County Historical Society welcomed the many ladies to the 37th Clearwater County First Lady program. She said this was the . . .
STUDENTS GIVE STAFF HAIRCUTS!!!!!
RAISED TEST SCORES!
Last year Clearbrook-Gonvick students set achievement goals for the whole school. Principal Burgess and Athletic Director and teacher Christianson challenged the students to raise their test scores above another local schools . . .
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