Green Ridge R-8 School District

Corrected Board Meeting Minutes for September 16th, 2026.

🔧🎉 **Happy Birthday to Barry White!** 🎉🔧

Please help us celebrate Barry today! 🎂

As a valued member of our maintenance team, Barry's hard work and dedication help keep our school safe, functional, and looking its best every day. We appreciate all he does behind the scenes to support our students, staff, and community. 💜💛

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Varsity soccer was back in action for their second home game and last regular season conference game on Monday night vs. LaMonte. The Tigers came out determined and pressured the Vikings early and often, finally getting on the board for their first lead since the opening game of the Clinton tourney. Max Tylar took a ball from Sang Lian and lifted it over the keeper to put the Tigers on top. While the Tigers continued to work and find scoring opportunities throughout the game, they couldn't manage to find the back of the net. Late in the second half the Vikings managed to beat the defense and knot the match up at 1-1. Undeterred, the Tigers continued to fight and nearly took the lead several times. Tylar nearly got the game winner late in regulation time when his corner kick was barely deflected just off the crossbar by the LaMonte goalkeeper to keep things tied when regulation ended. Neither team was able to find the net in the first overtime. About midway through the second OT period Trent Sawyer took a ball that was deflected by a LaMonte defender and delivered it to Jack Hoos who was able to beat a defender for a 1-v-1 opportunity with the goalkeeper, where he sent the ball to the far post for the game winner. Way to go Tigers, let's keep the winning going. Special thanks to Sara Sawyer and our great parents to make our concessions/BBQ a huge success last night. Thank you as well to all our fans for supporting us on the field, and with our fundraiser, it is greatly appreciated!

JV Soccer lost 2 close matches in the Stover shootout on Saturday. In the first game Central (Springfield) managed to get the only goal despite a great effort and pressure the Tigers put on the Central defense throughout the game. In the second game Stover managed an early goal on a perfectly placed head ball that was just out of reach of goalkeeper Cole Chappell. Stover managed an additional goal to take the 0-2 lead at halftime, however the Tigers continued to pressure throughout the game. The Tigers had multiple opportunities throughout the game, but their lone goal came from Ivas Lemanski in the second half. The final was 1-2 with Stover winning.

After giving up 5 goals in the first 15 minutes vs. Fair Grove on Friday night, the Tigers settled in and played better overall the remainder of the game. Alex Diaz capitalized late in the first half when a deflection came his way and he put a shot on from distance to put the Tigers on the board. In the second half Ayden Patterson split the defense and beat the goalkeeper to get a second goal for the Tigers. Unfortunately, the Tigers couldn't complete the rally and lost 2-6. Thank you to all our fans for coming out and celebrating our seniors!

JH and Varsity Soccer play at home tonight against La Monte. The JH game will kick off at 5:00 p.m. with the varsity to follow. HS Volleyball play at home tonight against Appleton City. JV will start at 5:30, followed by the varsity. Good Luck Tigers.

Come support these two organizations and have fun while doing so!

Come out and support soccer tomorrow evening, and grab supper while you're at it. JH start time is 5

🚌🎉 **Happy Birthday to Kenny Thomas!** 🎉🚌

Join us in celebrating Kenny today! 🎂

As one of our dedicated bus drivers, he plays an important role in safely transporting our students each day. We appreciate his commitment, reliability, and the positive impact he has on our school community. 💜💛

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Our FCA students hosted "See You at the Pole" yesterday at our city park. See You at the Pole is an annual, global day of student-lead prayer held the 4th Wednesday of September. Our students did a wonderful job leading us in prayer for our school, community and government. Thank you to all of our community members who attended!

40 Green Ridge Juniors and Seniors attended the Warsaw College Fair on Thursday afternoon. Students had the opportunity to connect with colleges, technical schools, and military representatives. It was a great afternoon of exploring possibilities and planning for the future!

JH and HS Soccer and Volleyball are in action tonight at Stover. JH Soccer will begin at 4:30, followed by varsity soccer, then jv. JH "A" (old gym) and JV Volleyball (dome) will start at 5:00 followed by JH "B" (old gym) and varsity (dome). Good luck Tigers!

Hs and jh volleyball are in Lincoln tonight. JV will start in the new gym, while JH "A" will play in the old gym at 5:00. Varsity will follow in the new gym and JH "B" will be in the old gym. HS soccer is playing Sacred Heart, at Cloverdale. Varsity only, starting at 5:00.

📚🎉 **Happy Birthday to Mrs. Schaberg!** 🎉📚

Please help us celebrate Mrs. Schaberg today! 🎂

As our 5th/6th grade ELA teacher, her passion for reading, writing, and learning helps inspire her students to grow and succeed every day. We are grateful for the dedication, encouragement, and positivity she brings to our school community. 💜💛

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☀️ Big thanks to the Sunshine Committee for bringing Dew’s Brews out to treat our staff today! ☕️✨

Everyone got to enjoy incredible custom coffee and drinks, making it the perfect pick-me-up. We are so grateful for our Sunshine Committee and everything they do to keep our workplace bright and our staff members feeling appreciated! 💛🙌

🚌🎉 **Happy Birthday to BoAnn Peck!** 🎉🚌

Join us in celebrating BoAnn today! 🎂

As one of our dedicated bus drivers, she helps ensure our students arrive safely each day with a caring attitude and friendly smile. We are grateful for her commitment and the positive impact she has on our school community. 💜💛

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Hs Volleyball is at Lakeland tonight for a varsity match, followed by JV. The varsity match starts at 5:30. Go Tigers

🎉🥳 **Happy Birthday to Mark Cooper!** 🥳🎉

Help us celebrate Mark today! 🎂

As a student teacher, he brings enthusiasm, dedication, and a passion for learning to our classrooms each day. We are thankful for the positive impact he has on our students and school community. 💜💛

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JV soccer went 1-1 at the Stover shootout today. Adrian Ramirez and Ivas Lemanski scored in the 2-1 win vs Stover. Ivas got the lone goal in the second game, a 1-3 loss to Smithton. They will be back in action Tuesday at Odessa following the varsity match.