Giant City School

06/01/2026

Through the USDA Summer Food Service Program, free healthy and nutritious meals are available to all children and teenagers age 18 and under when school is not in session for the summer.

To find a summer meal site near you, please visit: https://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/sitefinder

05/22/2026

📣 Giant City School is hiring!
We are looking for great people to join our Giant family for the 2026–2027 school year in the following roles:

🚌 Student Van Driver
📣 Head Cheer Coach
🥎 Head Softball Coach

If you love working with kids, building relationships, and being part of a school community that cares deeply about students, we would love to hear from you.

Please see the attached vacancy notice for qualifications and application information.

05/15/2026

🎓 Big Shoutout to Mr. Laux!🎶📹

Tonight is the big night! While he’s usually leading the band, **Mr. Laux** is putting his tech skills to work as our official resident videographer for the **Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony**.

If you can’t make it to the stands in person, you can still cheer on our graduates from home! Here is how to tune in:

📺 How to Watch the Live Stream

Time: The stream will begin between **5:50 PM – 5:55 PM**.
Where:Visit the **Giant City Music and Arts** YouTube page.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/

Pro-Tip: There isn’t a direct link available ahead of time. Once you’re on the channel page, just look for the video marked **"LIVE"** and click to join the celebration!

Let’s give a huge thanks to Mr. Laux for making sure these memories are captured for our students and families.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🏆🎓✨

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05/11/2026

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, grandmas, caregivers, and role models in our Giant City family! 💙

Thank you for the love, encouragement, support, and countless ways you help our Giants grow strong every day. We appreciate you more than words can say!

05/08/2026

🎉 STATE BOUND! 🎉

The energy was absolutely electric today at Giant City School! ⚡️ Our incredible Track team, along with Coach Gregory, ran through an epic school-wide SPIRIT TUNNEL today! 🙌

We are sending a massive wave of support to our very own Lyla Imboden as she heads off to compete at the SIJHSAA Class S State Track Meet this weekend in Murphysboro! 👟🔥

We are so incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication this season, Lyla. The whole Giant City community is cheering you on!

Drop your good luck wishes for Lyla in the comments below to show her some love! 👇

Go Lyla! Go Giants! 🏃‍♀️💨🥇

05/08/2026

💙 It takes a special kind of person to quietly support students day after day with patience, kindness, and consistency, and Ms. Bonnie does exactly that at Giant City School.
As a paraprofessional, she helps create a positive environment where students feel cared for, encouraged, and supported. Her calm presence, warm personality, and willingness to help wherever needed make a difference in countless little moments throughout the school day.
Thank you, Ms. Bonnie, for the compassion and care you bring to our students and staff each day. We appreciate all that you do! 💙

05/08/2026

😊 Some people brighten a room the moment they walk into it, and anyone who knows Ms. Popov knows exactly what that means.
As our 5–8 special education teacher, Ms. Popov brings encouragement, compassion, positivity, and endless support to her students every day. Her laugh is contagious, her smile is unforgettable, and the relationships she builds with students leave a lasting impact far beyond the classroom.
Thank you, Ms. Popov, for the joy, energy, and heart you bring to Giant City School. We are lucky to have you! 💙

05/08/2026

💙 Schools are stronger because of caring people like Ms. Jarvis.
As a paraprofessional, she supports students, encourages teachers, and brings patience and kindness into every part of the school day. Her positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed make a meaningful impact on our Giant City family.
Thank you, Ms. Jarvis, for all the ways you care for and support our students each day. We appreciate you more than you know!

05/08/2026

🗣️ Some superheroes wear capes. Others help students find their voice.
Mrs. Grant works every day to help our students build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and celebrate growth one word, sound, and conversation at a time. Her patience, creativity, and encouragement make a lasting impact on so many children at Giant City School.
Thank you, Mrs. Grant, for helping our students speak up, shine bright, and believe in themselves. We are so lucky to have you on our team! 💙