GHEC Spanish Club has a Jaguar Merch fundraiser we are doing. D&S is partnering with us to provide these fun gifts. Use the QR code or this link to order your gear!
https://dstrophiesmn.com/jaguars-spanish-club-fundraiser/
This week is Bus Safety Week, and we’re celebrating our amazing bus drivers and transportation staff who make sure students arrive safely to and from school every day. Thank you for keeping our district rolling!
Wednesday, October 22nd is Unity Day. This is a day when we can come together to send a visible message of building community through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. The call to action is simple: wear and share the color orange. This vibrant statement serves as a conversation starter, demonstrating support for students who have been bullied and advocating for bullying prevention.
🗳️ Election Day is just 2 weeks away!
Don’t miss the opportunity to cast your vote on or before Tuesday, November 4.
🚨 Attention "Mail-In Voting" Township Residents! 🚨
If your township usually votes through a mail-in voting process, this does not apply to this special election. You will not automatically receive a ballot by mail unless you request one through the absentee ballot process.
Your vote matters, and we want to ensure you know your options for participating in this year’s special election.
Need a refresher about what’s on the ballot? Visit GHECBond.com for details on how to vote, costs, tax relief opportunities, the proposed plan, and more.
Don’t miss the opportunity to cast your vote on or before Tuesday, November 4.
🚨 Attention "Mail-In Voting" Township Residents! 🚨
If your township usually votes through a mail-in voting process, this does not apply to this special election. You will not automatically receive a ballot by mail unless you request one through the absentee ballot process.
Your vote matters, and we want to ensure you know your options for participating in this year’s special election.
Need a refresher about what’s on the ballot? Visit GHECBond.com for details on how to vote, costs, tax relief opportunities, the proposed plan, and more.
Did you know?
As enrollment has increased over the past decade, we're now using every available space to educate students, including hallways and under stairwells. Although we have been dealing with a lack of space for the past eight years, it’s ultimately impacting instruction and education, and we need additional space for our students and staff.
Learn more about our facility challenges by visiting GHECBond.org/challenges
As enrollment has increased over the past decade, we're now using every available space to educate students, including hallways and under stairwells. Although we have been dealing with a lack of space for the past eight years, it’s ultimately impacting instruction and education, and we need additional space for our students and staff.
Learn more about our facility challenges by visiting GHECBond.org/challenges
How will the building bond referendum impact students, staff, and the community?
If approved, the plan would:
🛠️ Expand and renovate our CTE and agriculture shop, giving students earlier exposure to career opportunities.
📚 Improve classroom and teaching spaces to help attract and retain great teachers while making the most of our existing space.
🍽️ Upgrade the kitchen and servery to allow staff to serve students faster and monitor them safely.
🏀 Renovate locker rooms to address critical maintenance and provide adequate space for visiting teams.
Head over to GHECBond.org/bond to learn more!
If approved, the plan would:
🛠️ Expand and renovate our CTE and agriculture shop, giving students earlier exposure to career opportunities.
📚 Improve classroom and teaching spaces to help attract and retain great teachers while making the most of our existing space.
🍽️ Upgrade the kitchen and servery to allow staff to serve students faster and monitor them safely.
🏀 Renovate locker rooms to address critical maintenance and provide adequate space for visiting teams.
Head over to GHECBond.org/bond to learn more!
Your voice matters in shaping the future of our schools!
If you live within the GHEC School District boundaries, you’re eligible to vote in the November 4 election, whether you rent or own your home. 🏠🏢
Learn more about how to cast your vote by visiting GHECBond.org/vote
If you live within the GHEC School District boundaries, you’re eligible to vote in the November 4 election, whether you rent or own your home. 🏠🏢
Learn more about how to cast your vote by visiting GHECBond.org/vote
GHEC Schools will be hosting a vaccine clinic November 3rd from 8-11am. Reference the flyer for details!
On or before Tuesday, November 4, residents will consider two ballot questions. Make your voice heard and make a plan to cast your vote!
🗳️ Vote early/absentee in person now through Monday, November 3, at the GHEC Public Schools District Office on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
🗳️ Vote early/absentee by mail now through Monday, November 3, by completing an absentee ballot application, completing an absentee ballot once you receive it, and returning it to the District Office by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day
🗳️ Vote in person on Election Day on Tuesday, November 4, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Granada City Hall.
Visit GHECBond.org/vote for more information about how to cast your vote.
🗳️ Vote early/absentee in person now through Monday, November 3, at the GHEC Public Schools District Office on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
🗳️ Vote early/absentee by mail now through Monday, November 3, by completing an absentee ballot application, completing an absentee ballot once you receive it, and returning it to the District Office by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day
🗳️ Vote in person on Election Day on Tuesday, November 4, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Granada City Hall.
Visit GHECBond.org/vote for more information about how to cast your vote.
The Fun Run was a success this week for Homecoming! The "Golden Shoes" were awarded to Henry Schwieger and Leslie Donohue!
Learn more about what the Ag2School Tax Credit might mean for you! 🌾🚜
The State of Minnesota offers the Ag2School Tax Credit, which helps reduce school bond costs for farmers and ag landowners.
🚜 It’s a 70% credit on all agricultural land (excluding the house, garage, and one acre surrounding the home).
🚜 It is not a tax deduction – it’s a dollar-for-dollar credit and is an automatic tax credit paid directly by the state with no application required.
🚜 The credit stays at 70% for the entire life of the bond.
If the referendum is approved, agricultural landowners would be responsible for approximately 24% of the cost. The state’s credit would cover about 57% of the total bond’s principal and interest. The Ag2School Tax Credit does not apply for operating levies.
Learn more about the Ag2School Tax credit by visiting GHECBond.org/cost and don't forget to check out our tax calculator while you're there to find your estimated tax impact.
The State of Minnesota offers the Ag2School Tax Credit, which helps reduce school bond costs for farmers and ag landowners.
🚜 It’s a 70% credit on all agricultural land (excluding the house, garage, and one acre surrounding the home).
🚜 It is not a tax deduction – it’s a dollar-for-dollar credit and is an automatic tax credit paid directly by the state with no application required.
🚜 The credit stays at 70% for the entire life of the bond.
If the referendum is approved, agricultural landowners would be responsible for approximately 24% of the cost. The state’s credit would cover about 57% of the total bond’s principal and interest. The Ag2School Tax Credit does not apply for operating levies.
Learn more about the Ag2School Tax credit by visiting GHECBond.org/cost and don't forget to check out our tax calculator while you're there to find your estimated tax impact.
2025 Homecoming Class Wars were a blast! Check out all the fun the 6th-12th graders and Staff had last Wednesday! 👇🏻
https://youtu.be/D41f8EGDnI8?feature=shared
If the building bond referendum is approved, what would the project timeline be?
If approved on Tuesday, November 4, the design and pre-construction phase of the project would take place from November 2025 to Spring 2026. The project bid and award phase is currently planned to take place in summer 2026, and construction would take place from fall 2026 to summer 2027. Please note that this schedule may change due to design elements, material delays, or unforeseen lead times.
Learn more at GHECBond.org/bond
If approved on Tuesday, November 4, the design and pre-construction phase of the project would take place from November 2025 to Spring 2026. The project bid and award phase is currently planned to take place in summer 2026, and construction would take place from fall 2026 to summer 2027. Please note that this schedule may change due to design elements, material delays, or unforeseen lead times.
Learn more at GHECBond.org/bond
Do you know where to cast your vote on Election Day?
On Tuesday, November 4, all district residents can cast their vote at:
📍 Granada City Hall
108 South Main Street, Granada, MN 56039
🕖 Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For more details on the upcoming referendum and information on casting your vote, visit GHECBond.com before you make a plan to head to the polls.
On Tuesday, November 4, all district residents can cast their vote at:
📍 Granada City Hall
108 South Main Street, Granada, MN 56039
🕖 Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For more details on the upcoming referendum and information on casting your vote, visit GHECBond.com before you make a plan to head to the polls.
Have questions about the referendum? 🤔
Visit our FAQs page to get answers, learn more about the proposed plan, and see how it could affect you and your community. 💡
Check it out here: GHECBond.com/faqs
Visit our FAQs page to get answers, learn more about the proposed plan, and see how it could affect you and your community. 💡
Check it out here: GHECBond.com/faqs
How could the proposed plan affect your property taxes?
If Question One’s building bond is approved:
🏠 A $200,000 home would see an estimated $7.88/month increase starting in 2026.
🌾 An agricultural homestead valued at $10,000/acre would see $0.07/acre per month starting in 2026.
If Question Two’s operating levy is approved, residents would see no change in their tax commitment as the levy would continue at the rate of the past few years.
💻 Use our tax calculator to see your estimated individual impact at GHECBond.com/cost
If Question One’s building bond is approved:
🏠 A $200,000 home would see an estimated $7.88/month increase starting in 2026.
🌾 An agricultural homestead valued at $10,000/acre would see $0.07/acre per month starting in 2026.
If Question Two’s operating levy is approved, residents would see no change in their tax commitment as the levy would continue at the rate of the past few years.
💻 Use our tax calculator to see your estimated individual impact at GHECBond.com/cost
Have you seen the plans for the proposed facility improvements included in Question One?
Visit GHECBond.com/bond to learn more about key updates, including expanded CTE and ag spaces, two new classrooms, renovated kitchen and servery, a new weights and fitness room, upgraded restrooms and locker rooms, and improved parking and athletic fields. 🏫💪🍽️
Make your voice heard and vote on or before Tuesday, November 4.
Visit GHECBond.com/bond to learn more about key updates, including expanded CTE and ag spaces, two new classrooms, renovated kitchen and servery, a new weights and fitness room, upgraded restrooms and locker rooms, and improved parking and athletic fields. 🏫💪🍽️
Make your voice heard and vote on or before Tuesday, November 4.
📢 Tonight’s the night!
Join us from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for our Referendum Open House at GHEC Public Schools. Enter through the Activities Entrance and head to the Big Gym for guided tours of our building, learn more about the proposed plan, and have your questions answered. Tours begin at 6:15 p.m. and run every 15 minutes, with the last tour at 7:45 p.m.
Don't forget! Childcare will be available for families.
See you tonight!
Join us from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for our Referendum Open House at GHEC Public Schools. Enter through the Activities Entrance and head to the Big Gym for guided tours of our building, learn more about the proposed plan, and have your questions answered. Tours begin at 6:15 p.m. and run every 15 minutes, with the last tour at 7:45 p.m.
Don't forget! Childcare will be available for families.
See you tonight!
📢 Early/absentee voting begins TODAY! 📢
Residents can vote early/absentee for the upcoming referendum from Friday, September 19, through Monday, November 3.
🗳️ Vote early/absentee in person:
Visit the GHEC Public Schools District Office on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You can complete your absentee ballot application in person, and complete your absentee ballot either at the same time or at home.
📫 Vote early/absentee by mail:
Submit an absentee ballot application to the District Office by mail (same address) or email it to kris.wilk@ghec.k12.mn.us. Once received, a ballot will be mailed to you.
All completed absentee ballots must be returned to the District Office by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, November 4.
Find complete details and resources at GHECBond.com/vote
If you're attending the football game this Friday in Mountain Lake check out this Tailgate option.
