GFW Public Schools

Students got a visit from Playworks Recess coach Julian. He was on site to train fourth- and fifth-graders how to be Junior Coaches at recess. Since 1996, the Playworks Coach prog...

The GFW School Board held a regular meeting on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025. A summary of the meeting is below. Watch the meeting on YouTube: Superintendent’s Report Superin...

At their November meeting, the GFW School Board approved the proposed changes to the 2025-26 school year calendar to accommodate the revised moving schedule and construction at th...

From the Superintendent: GFW Families, and Community Members, Since I started as superintendent in July, I have greatly enjoyed getting to know this community and working wi...

The GFW School Board held a regular meeting on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. A summary of the meeting is below. Watch the meeting on YouTube: Superintendent’s Report Super...

On Monday, Sept. 29, Minnesota State University - Mankato hosted the MN Education Fair (MEF). The event is organized by the Minnesota Association for College Admission Counseling ...

The GFW School Board held a regular meeting on Monday, Sept 15, 2025. A summary of the meeting is below. Watch the meeting on YouTube: Superintendent’s Report Super...

Before the school year started, GFW Elementary School hosted meet and greet conferences for families. Unlike a traditional open house format, these are scheduled appointments whe...

During August, we receive frequent updates to our transportation routes. As a result, the information included in this packet may change before the school year begins. Families wi...

As of July 1, 2025 GFW Public Schools has officially launched an updated brand and mascot as The GFW Firebirds with a freshly revamped logo and brand guide. In 2023, the Minneso...

GFW Public Schools is proud to announce a new bold update to its attendance procedures that puts career exploration front and center. Starting this school year, juniors and senior...

The GFW School Board held a regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025. A summary of the meeting is below. Watch the meeting on YouTube Superintendent’s Report Superintendent...

Check out all of the awesome community education and early childhood family education events coming up this fall in the latest issue of the In Flight! You'll also find important b...

The GFW School Board held a regular meeting on Monday, July 21, 2025 A summary of the meeting is below. Watch the meeting on YouTube: Superintendent’s Report Mr. Allen Be...

The GFW School Board held a regular meeting on Monday, June 16, 2025 A summary of the meeting is below. Watch the meeting on YouTube: Sale of Abatement Bonds Steve Pumper ...

The GFW Summer Food Program will run from Monday, June 9 to Friday, August 8 Monday through Friday. Free meals will be served for those 18 and younger at GFW Elementary School in...

Hunger Impact Partners, a non-profit organization working with the Minnesota Department of Education is promoting free summer meals for kids across the state. With MDE, the Free...

The GFW School Board held a regular meeting on Monday, May 19. A summary of the meeting is below. Watch the meeting on YouTube: Abatement Bond Public Hearing Steve Pumper ...

GFW High School has a tremendous amount of pride in being a small district with big opportunities. Students are able to participate in a wide variety of activities, clubs, and ath...

During the 2024-25 school year, students at GFW Middle School have been participating in a variety of activities and lessons centered around behavior, relationships, and being a g...