Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School

#WeAreGRF These students are proud of their project in shop class. Teamwork makes the dream work!

#WeAreGRF Building trades students, Finn and Rocky, built a manger for OSF. These guys do great work!

#WeAreGRF Freshmen have been woodworking in the shop. Group projects teach our kids to work together. This tree is displayed in our cafeteria. Looks nice!

#WeAreGRF GRF chess team competed at home this week. The group is doing well this season.

#WeAreGRF Our buffalo, Ike, was restored by our art students. We will be displaying it soon! Looking good!

#WeAreGRF Thank you to Sybil Mervis for her generous donation to GRHS! This holocaust trunk will be a great learning experience for our student's!

Tis' the season to fill out schedule change requests for next semester at the high school!

The Neoga Basketball Tournament that was scheduled for today, has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

#WeAreGRF 1995 GRHS Alum, Roy Durkee, (left) came to school representing pipe fitters local 107, out of Terre Haute. Finn McPherson and Rocky Thornton are interested in this career path and are looking forward to getting started. Thank you Mr. Anderson for giving these students direction and making a difference!

#WeAreGRF Mrs. Higgins Physical Science class learned how to make corn dance today! Scientific method is an important part of our labs.

#WeAreGRF #ALLINALLYEAR As Thanksgiving approaches we know there are many reasons to be thankful. At GRHS, we are grateful for our amazing students, dedicated staff, supportive parents, and caring community. Thanks for all you do to make our school such a special place. Wishing everyone a warm, safe, and restful holiday! 🦃

Any basketball parent wanting to put an ad in our school athletic programs now is your time!

Be sure to get to the Holiday Gathering this weekend and grab some yummy baked goods from your GRHS Cheerleaders at stop 28!

Due to the changes in SNAP benefits, the GRF Men’s Club and other members of the community would like to provide a meal, at GRHS, to those who may be affected. Please fill out this brief questionnaire if you are interested. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZqVdEapwu3d1sDbkodOwK8BwABASKLQaFi1uSrBJvhGZamw/viewform?usp=publish-editor

#WeAreGRF Ms. Higgins demonstrated a science experiment for students today. Exothermic vs. Endothermic

Parents are invited to a FREE online workshop:
Team Up with Your Teen: Tools for Positive Communication and Connection
📅 Wednesday, November 5th | 🕗 8–9 PM (on Zoom)

Parents will learn practical tools to:
✅ Understand their teen’s behavior and emotions
✅ Reduce conflicts and power struggles
✅ Strengthen connection—without losing their cool

Walk away with: secrets to understanding your teen, conflict-busting tools, and connection-building strategies that work!

👉 Register here: https://teamupparents.com/parenting-workshops/

Led by Christine “Coach” Leeb from Team Up Parents, Certified Parent Coach, Child Development Specialist, and mom of three (ages 17, 14, and 12).

I hope this new school year is off to a GREAT start! And I hope to see some GRF faces on the Zoom call next week. :-)

Team Up & Take Care--
Christine

CHRISTINE "COACH" LEEB
Child Development Specialist & Parent Coach

"Helping every parent work as a team with their child."
www.TeamUpParents.com

#WeAreGRF Staff and students would like to announce a Buffalo Pride Shout-out to the Darren Alexander family for their donation of 200 hotdogs to GRHS! We appreciate you!

Over two exciting days, Vermilion County sophomores and juniors will have an opportunity to explore local career paths, meet professionals, and see what’s possible right here at home! Have your student sign up with Mrs. Murray today!
🔹 Manufacturing & Logistics
Envirox • thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components • AutoZone • Watchfire • Danville Metal Stamping • Sygma
🔹 Healthcare
OSF • Carle • VA
🔹 Entrepreneurship (Nov. 5 only)
Ashton Greer • Alvarez Dixon • Ethan Burt
🔹 Police & Fire (Nov. 6 only)
Danville Police Department • Danville Fire Department
This hands-on experience helps students connect what they’re learning in the classroom to real-world opportunities — and showcases the incredible industries that power Vermilion County!

#WeAreGRF #ALLINALLYEAR GRHS Buffalo Leaders attended a leadership conference at Tri-Valley HS on Thursday. Great inspiration and an exciting day for all! Dr. Phil Campbell, speaker, joined us for a group pic!

#WeAreGRF More senior night for volleyball! Great job ladies! We finished the night with a win! Kylie Jo, Spencer Ray, and Katie Wersich. Way to go! #ALLINALLYEAR