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Granite City, Ill., March 18, 2025 – A remarkable 150 band students from Coolidge Junior High School and Grigsby Intermediate School recently showcased their musical talents at the Illinois Grade School Music Association (IGSMA) State Solo/Ensemble Contest held March 1 at Coolidge.

This prestigious event has been hosted at Coolidge for the past 15 years and continues to be a highlight for young musicians in the region.

Of the 150 students who participated, an impressive 132 received an Excellent or Superior rating, demonstrating their dedication, hard work, and musical growth. These talented students spent three months diligently preparing their solos, culminating in outstanding performances at the contest.

The IGSMA State Solo/Ensemble Contest provides students with a platform to refine their musical skills and gain valuable performance experience. The continued success of Granite City’s band students is a testament to the strength of the district’s music program and the unwavering support of parents, educators, and the community.

For more information about Granite City School District #9, visit www.gcsd9.net.

Granite City, Ill., March 14, 2025 – The Rotary Club of Granite City recognized juniors Carleigh Graham and Lily Meyenburg as Students of the Month for March.

Students were nominated by teachers, and were chosen on the basis of academics, as well as scholastic, extracurricular and civic honors and awards, and organization membership and leadership.

Each honoree will receive a framed certificate and a gift card, and will be recognized at the Mayors' Prayer Breakfast on March 25, 2025.

CARLEIGH GRAHAM
Member of Marching Warriors, Debate Team and Renaissance Committee ... Relleke Farms volunteer ... Two-year Athletic Award for Scholar Bowl ... Daughter of Carl Graham and Leigh Ann Oliver.

LILY MEYENBURG
Member of Welding Warriors Robotics and Renaissance Committee ... High Honor Roll ... Secondary Honors ... GCHS Cafeteria and Guidance Officer Worker ... St. Elizabeth Picnic Volunteer ... Daughter of Adam and Stephanie Meyenburg.

For more information about Granite City School District #9, visit www.gcsd9.net.

Granite City, Ill., March 13, 2025 – Granite City Elks Lodge #1063 recognized Granite City High School seniors Mackenzie Przybysz and Cleison Miranda-Gomez as Students of the Month for February.

The Elks Student of the Month Program is designed to recognize outstanding young men and women for achievements in school and community life-fine arts, hobbies, athletics, church, school, club and community service, industry and farming.

Nominees are judged on multiple achievements including leadership skills, good moral character, community involvement, extracurricular activities, honors and award and scholastic ability.

Each student receives a $100 U.S. savings bond and an Elks certificate of achievement.

MACKENZIE PRZYBYSZ
President of Book Club ... National Honor Society ... Member of Book, Photography and Science Club ... Daughter of Adam and Kristen Przybysz.

CLEISON MIRANDA-GOMEZ
Two-time Cross Country and Track & Field team captain ... Four-year High Honor Roll ... National Honor Society ... Member of Gracepoint Youth Group ... Son of Hermenegilda Gomez and Anuario Miranda.

For more information about Granite City School District #9, visit www.gcsd9.net.