HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for May 23rd
Attention Girls Track team - Coach Miles needs the following track uniforms:
Liz Bowns and Polly Reynolds
There will be a Girls Volleyball Open Gym TODAY from 3:30 to 5pm.
If you wish to keep your chrome book over the summer, there will be a deposit of $50 to keep it and......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for May 22nd
Attention Girls Track team - Coach Miles needs the following track uniforms:
Liz Bowns
Jenna Mozingo
Polly Reynolds
There will be a Girls Volleyball Open Gym both Wednesday and next Thursday, May 23rd and 24th from 3:30 to 5pm.
Band student finals will be T......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, May 21st
Sunday was graduation. Congratulations to the graduating class of 2018!
Please remember to turn in your fall registration sheets to the office.
Attention Boy Basketball players: there will be a Boys basketball meeting w/ Coach Martin TODAY at 12:30 in the new gym with inform......
Monday:Last full day with 8th graders!!! J
Practice Parade for DC trip, 6:30 p.m.Tuesday:8th Grade BreakfastPromotion, 7 p.m.
Friday:School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Transition Up Day!
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HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, May 18th
Please remember to turn in your fall registration sheets to the office. They are due this week!
TODAY during lunch, all students wishing to play Soccer next fall, please meet in the old gym.
Auditions are being held today from 3:30-5:00 and 6:30-8:00 in the high school lib......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, May 17th
Please remember to turn in your fall registration sheets to the office. They are due this week!
All Girls Track members, return your uniforms to Coach Miles by Friday this week.
Auditions for The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe will be TODAY and Friday in the high school librar......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, May 16th
Please remember to turn in your fall registration sheets to the office. They are due this week!
All Girls Track members, please return your uniforms to Coach Miles by Friday this week.
Attention Tech Prep interns for next year. Your applications are due no later than TODAY. Plea......
Tuesday:8th Grade Honors Field Trip - Art InstituteSpring/Winter Sports Award Night 6:30 p.m.Cheer Tryouts Begin After SchoolWednesday:Cheer Tryouts After SchoolBoard of Education Meeting 7:00 p.m. BRHS LibraryThursday:Student Council visit to FC Rehab and Health CareCheer Tryouts After SchoolFriday:School Spirit Wear & Jeans DayPBIS Rewards and Inflatables; Skip to th......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, May 11th
Please remember to turn in your fall registration sheets to the office!
ATTENTION SENIORS – If you still have Library books out …. They are LATE!. If you have any fines owed, please pay before TODAY! If you pay after today, we’ll expect CASH ONLY!.
Seniors last full......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
For Thursday, May 10th
Please remember to turn in your fall registration sheets to the office!
Last book club of the year will be TODAY in the library during lunch.
ATTENTION SENIORS – If you still have Library books out …. They are LATE!. If you have any fines owed, please pay before TODAY! If you pay after toda......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, May 9th
Please remember to turn in your fall registration sheets to the office!
Attention all current Tech Prep Interns. Please see Mrs. Dowling today to pick up your grade sheets for your business partners.
Last book club of the year will on THURSDAY in the library during lunch.
ATT......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, May 8th
There will be a cheerleading meeting today at lunch in Mrs. Keith's room
Last book club of the year will on May 10th in the library during lunch.
ATTENTION SENIORS – If you still have Library books out …. They are LATE!. If you have any fines owed, please pay before Ma......
It's Teacher Appreciation Week!Wednesday:Mike Hendrick’s Science Expo and Book Fair!!!!5th Grade Field TripThursday:6th Grade Field TripTech Day in Springfield
Constitution Test for 8th Graders!!!!
Last day to earn AR points for 4th Quarter!
Friday:School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!Civil War Daze Field Trip for 8th gradeSkip to the Park for Intermediate SideAR Re......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, May 4th
Congratulations to all winners from last night’s Awards night and thank you to all that came and participated in the event! This year’s Senior class has over $900,000 in scholarships given to them!
There will be a Key Club meeting TODAY at lunch.
Coach Hawkins will be here MON......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, May 3rd
Spring sports photos will be TODAY after school. The schedule is as follows:
Boys track at 3:30 Girls track at 3:50 Softball at 4:10 & Baseball at: 4:30
Attention students who have enrolled in the tech prep program for next year… there is a mandatory meeting during 7......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, May 1st
As a REMINDER: No STUDENTS are allowed in any of the hallways before the 8:05 bell unless you are with a teacher. If you are caught, you will receive a detention.
Attention students who have enrolled in the tech prep program for next year… there is a mandatory meeting d......
Monday:4-6 Benchmarking
Track Meet @ Tri-Valley, 4 p.m.
Tuesday:Tri-Band day-All Jr. High band students will be gone all day.
Concert @ Deland-Weldon, 7 p.m.
4-6 Benchmarking
Wednesday:
Perfect attendance lunch treats!
4-6 BenchmarkingThursday:Track Meet @ GCMS, 4 p.m.
Jr. High Benchmarking
Friday:School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
4th Grad......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, April 30th
If you were not here on Friday, come to the office to receive a copy of your progress report.
Attention Post Prom Attendees: Determine your team of 8 people and sign up for one of the 2 Brain Storm Escape Rooms. Choose between Circus of the Abandoned ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, April 26th
There will be a Key Club meeting TODAY at LUNCH for next year's officers.
A group picture of the Student Council will be taken TODAY at 2:15 in Ms. Wieber's room
There will be Tech Prep Seminar on Friday during 7th and 8th hour. Please remind your business partner and please be ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, April 25th
Volleyball open gym is TONIGHT at 6pm.
A group pic of FFA will be taken TODAY at 9:45 in Ms. Meisner’s room for the yearbook.
There will be a Key Club meeting THURSDAY for next year's officers.
TODAY is your last chance to be recognized for your Volunteer efforts! Please ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, April 24th
There will be a Key Club meeting TODAY lunch and THURSDAY for next year's officers.
Prom and Post Prom Tickets are on sale during lunch in the commons thru FRIDAY. Prom tickets are $20 and Post Prom tickets are $10. Checks should be written out to Class of 2019. Tickets will not ......
Monday:
School Improvement Day! No students!
Tuesday:
Track Meet @ Monticello, 4:30 p.m.Wednesday:
Scholastic Bowl RegionalsHHR Field Trip4th Grade Field TripFriday:School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
SVC Track Meet @ Fisher, 2 p.m.
Progress Reports sent home7th Grade Art Honors Field Trip
Saturday:
Mansfield Alumni Banquet
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HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, April 20th
Prom and Post Prom Tickets are now on sale during lunch in the commons. Prom tickets are $20 and Post Prom tickets are $10. Checks should be written out to Class of 2019. They will be sold until April 27th. Tickets will not be sold at the door. If you are not here during lunch, see Mrs......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, April 19th
Prom and Post Prom Tickets are now on sale during lunch in the commons. Prom tickets are $20 and Post Prom tickets are $10. Checks should be written out to Class of 2019. They will be sold until April 27th. Tickets will not be sold at the door. If you are not here during lunch, see Mrs......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, April 18th
Prom and Post Prom Tickets are now on sale during lunch in the commons. They will be sold until April 27th. Tickets will not be sold at the door. If you are not here during lunch, see Mrs. Lagle to buy your tickets
There will be a volleyball open gym TONIGHT at 6pm in the new gym.
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HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, April 17th
Any key club member willing to be on the teacher appreciation week committee, please meet TODAY at lunch in Mrs. Jones room to start planning and working on it.
Prom and Post Prom Tickets are now on sale during lunch in the commons. They will be sold until April 27th. Tickets will no......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, April 16th
Color Guard members have a meeting at 12:30 during lunch TODAY. If your form has not been turned in it must be in by then. See Ms. Meisner if you need a new one.
Prom and Post Prom Tickets will go on sale TODAY during lunch in the commons. They will be sold from April 16-27. Ticke......
Tuesday:
5th Grade Illinois Science Assessment
Scholastic Bowl Match vs. Tri-Valley, 4 p.m., BRIJHS Art Room
Track Meet @ LeRoy, 4 p.m.
Wednesday:
8th Grade Illinois Science Assessment
Board of Education Meeting, 7 p.m., BRHS Library
Thursday
8th Grade Night for Scholastic Bowl, 4 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Spring Dance, 7-9 p.m., Jr. H......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, April 13th
Happy National Library Week! Celebrate in the library all week with a scavenger hunt in the library. Stop by for clues and instructions. All participants can earn library fine forgiveness for participation. Today, celebrate National Library Week with snacks, games, prizes, a green scr......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, April 12th
Happy National Library Week! Celebrate in the library all week with a scavenger hunt in the library. Stop by for clues and instructions. All participants can earn library fine forgiveness for participation. Today, enjoy making and designing creations set out in the library. Then, stop ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, April 11th
Happy National Library Week! Celebrate in the library all week with a scavenger hunt in the library. Stop by for clues and instructions. All participants can earn library fine forgiveness for participation. Today, enjoy games and activities set out in the library. Then, stop by on Frida......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, April 10th
Happy National Library Week! Celebrate in the library all week with a scavenger hunt in the library. Stop by for clues and instructions. All participants can earn library fine forgiveness for participation. Also, today enter your name and favorite book in a raffle drawing for a gift c......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, April 9th
Happy National Library Week! Celebrate in the library all week with a scavenger hunt in the library. Stop by for clues and instructions. All participants can earn library fine forgiveness for participation. Also, today enter your name and favorite book in a raffle drawing for a gift ca......
Monday:
Track Meet @ Clinton, 4 p.m.
Tuesday:
Scholastic Bowl Match vs. Deland-Weldon, 4 p.m., BRIJHS Art Room
Track Meet @ Fisher, 4 p.m.
Wednesday:
Track Meet @ Heyworth, 4 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Spring play production at BRHS, 7 p.m.
Saturday:
Track Meet at Corpus Christi
Solo and Ensemble Day!
Spring play production at BRHS, 7 p......
Attention 8th Grade Parents!Has your student submitted this letter to the BRIJHS office regarding the upcoming promotion? Link to the letter that was sent home is below:https://drive.google.com/file/.........
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, April 6th
Seniors: Yearbook is still needing pics from some people. Remember the last day to accept pictures for the yearbook and slideshow is April 15!
Attention all current color guard members: handbook forms are due Friday to Ms. Meisner. If you are a new member going on the Washington DC......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for April 5th
The Spring Blood drive will be held tomorrow! Thank you Key Club for hosting the event!
Seniors: Yearbook is still needing pics from some people. Remember the last day to accept pictures for the yearbook and slideshow is April 15!
Attention all current color guard membe......
Vanessa Newberry has organized a fundraiser for Lexi Peterson. Items being offered are t-shirts (youth & adult sizes) for $20, car decals for $10, can koozies for $5. If you would like to purchase any items, please contact Vanessa at 309-530-4462.
A Lexi Peterson benefit account is up and running at Heartland Bank and Trust for monetary donations.
K & R v......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for April 4th
The Ryan M. Albin memorial scholarship is available in Mrs. Whitehouse's office. It has the same deadline as all other local scholarships – TODAY at noon. It is a one-time $500 scholarship for any student continuing their education at a college or university, trade school, or commu......
Tuesday
Track Meet @ LeRoy, CANCELLED, practice instead
Wednesday:Perfect Lunch Attendance TreatsThursday:Track Meet @ Ridgeview, 4 p.m.
Friday:School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for April 3rd
Attention all Junior and Senior Boys: Would you like to earn a FREE tuxedo rental? Mens Wearhouse is offering the Prom Rep program again. Please see Mrs. Lagle if you are interested by Wednesday!
Attention Junior class officers: You have a meeting on Monday, April 9th with ......
Congratulations to Dane Houser, Tim Crook, and Nick Burrow for making the News-Gazette all area honorable mention basketball team! http://www.news-gazette.com/sp.........
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, March 23rd
Attention tech prep students, this is a reminder that we have seminar TODAY during 7th and 8th hour. Please be on time. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Dowling.
The Ryan M. Albin memorial scholarship is available in Mrs. Whitehouse's office. It has the same dea......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, March 22nd
Today at 12:40 during lunch there will be a color guard meeting for all new and returning members in the Ag Room.
Attention tech prep students, this is a reminder that we have seminar FRIDAY during 7th and 8th hour. Please be on time. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Do......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, March 21st
Attention tech prep students, this is a reminder that we have seminar on Friday during 7th and 8th hour. Please be on time. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Dowling.
Attention Boys and Girls Track: Bring your uniforms tomorrow. Mrs. Lagle will be taking your grandparent ......
Join the U of I Extension in Decatur for a day of workshops on April 3 for older adults. See the linked information about each session. Vendors representing all three counties will be in attendance to answer questions.
Register by March 27 – one week from today – by calling 217.877.6042 or online.
We look forward to this great event!
Caitlin Huth, MS, RD Nutrit......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, March 20th
Attention tech prep students, this is a reminder that we have seminar on Friday during 7th and 8th hour. Please be on time. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Dowling.
Seniors: you will need to know your senior quote for advisory this week. Your quote needs to be 2 sent......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, March 19th
There will be a Bass Fishing meeting today in the Old Gym at 12:30. Please attend if you are interested in fishing.
Attention tech prep students, this is a reminder that we have seminar on Friday during 7th and 8th hour. Please be on time. If you have any questions, ......
Monday:
Scholastic Bowl Match @ Heyworth, 4 p.m.
Tuesday:
Scholastic Bowl Match @ Fisher, 4 p.m.
Wednesday:Board of Education Meeting, 7 p.m., BRHS LibraryScholastic Bowl Match vs. Heyworth, BRIJHS Art Room, 4 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!Report Cards Sent Home!Early Dismissal, 2:20 - Spring Break Next Week!PBIS Reward Day, School Store, AR Celeb......
Reminder - 2018-19 Those Who Excel Nomination Packets Available Online
The application for the 2018-2019 Those Who Excel program is available online. This year, applications may be completed electronically and emailed to amuraro@isbe.net or be printed and mailed to ISBE, Office of Communications, 100 N. First Street, Springfield, 62777-0001. Mailed applications must b......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, March 16th
Seniors: you will need to know your senior quote for advisory next week. Your quote needs to be 2 sentences or less and must be school appropriate to be approved.
The Ryan M. Albin memorial scholarship is available in Mrs. Whitehouse's office. It has the same deadli......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, March 15th
Attention Seniors: TODAY the Yearbook needs your 2 baby pics (up to the age of 2), 2 other pics of your growing up and 2 Senior pics! You will be notified if you did not turn yours into the Yearbook group.
Seniors: you will need to know your senior quote for advisory next......
Blue Ridge CUSD 18 is seeking substitutes for both teaching positions and paraprofessionals (teacher aides). Please see the links below on the requirements and steps to obtain a substitute teaching license and a paraprofessional license:
http://www.roe17.org/licensure...
http://www.roe17.org/licensure...
Packets can also be picked up in the Unit Office located......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, March 14th
HAPPY NATIONAL PI DAY!
Attention Seniors: Yearbook needs your 2 baby pics (up to the age of 2), 2 other pics of your growing up and 2 Senior pics by THIS THURSDAY! You can give them to Ms. Thacker, Jordyn Brock or Sam Duggins.
Senior Band members, if you were gone yesterda......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, March 13th
Please join the Blue Ridge Board and administration for a light supper and informal exchange of ideas. Blue Ridge Connect, TONIGHT @ 6 pm in the Schneider Cafeteria.
There is an FFA Officer meeting today at lunch in the Ag room.
Senior items from Jostens will be delivered ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, March 12th
The Winter Sports Awards Night is TONIGHT beginning at 6:00pm in the new gym.
Please join the Blue Ridge Board and administration for a light supper and informal exchange of ideas. Blue Ridge Connect, Tuesday, March 13, 6 p.m., Schneider Cafeteria.
Senior items from Josten......
Tuesday:Scholastic Bowl Match vs. Rantoul Eater, 5 p.m., BRIJHS
Blue Ridge Connect, 6 p.m., BRHS
Wednesday:Pi Day!!
D.C. Trip meeting, 7 p.m., Paige Trimble’s room
Thursday:Scholastic Bowl Match @ St. Joe, 4 p.m.Friday:School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
End of 3rd Quarter
......
The Immanuel Lutheran Church of Osman will hold a Benefit Supper to benefit Tammy Warren of Farmer City on Sat., March 10, 4:30-7 p.m. at the church. Tammy was diagnosed with bladder cancer a year ago and is continuing treatments. The menu features chili, potato soup, oyster soup, sandwiches, and homemade desserts made by some of the best cooks around. Free Will Donati......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, March 9th
The Winter Sports Awards Night will be on Monday night beginning at 6:00pm in the new gym.
Please join the Blue Ridge Board and administration for a light supper and informal exchange of ideas. Blue Ridge Connect, Tuesday, March 13, 6 p.m., Schneider Cafeteria.
Senior i......
Blue Ridge School District #18 will conduct free preschool screenings on April 5 and 6 at Schneider Elementary School, 309 North John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. The developmental screening is for children who are 3 or 4 years old at the time of the screening. Children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018 are not eligible for the screening. Please allow up to ......
Kindergarten Registration and Orientation will be held on Monday, March 12 at 6 p.m. in the Schneider School Cafeteria, 309 N. John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. Students who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018, are eligible for Kindergarten. Parents only may attend the orientation session (no children please). Parents will need to bring an official birth certifica......
As part of the Redefining Ready! movement, AASA is partnering with Hobsons to offer the 2018 Redefining Ready! National Scholarship. The scholarship contest allows America's graduating high school seniors the opportunity to tell the world how they are college, career and life ready.
Sixteen scholarships will be awarded to high school graduating seniors, including a g......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, March 8th
TODAY there will be a Prom Committee meeting in Mrs. Lagle’s room during lunch.
Today at the end of lunch at 12:40 there will be a quick meeting in the Ag Room for those attending the Women Changing the Face of Agriculture Conference tomorrow.
The Freshman class is collecti......
Blue Ridge CUSD 18 is seeking substitutes for both teaching positions and paraprofessionals (teacher aides). Please see the links below on the requirements and steps to obtain a substitute teaching license and a paraprofessional license:
http://www.roe17.org/licensure...
http://www.roe17.org/licensure...
Packets can also be picked up in the Unit Office located at ......
Blue Ridge CUSD #18 is seeking 2018 Summer Help for the following department:
Operations & MaintenanceAnticipated start date is June 4, 2018, and length of time anticipated is full time for 4-6 weeks.Applications and letter of interest should be sent to:
Greg Builta
Blue Ridge Unit Office
411 N. John St., Farmer City, IL 61842 ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, March 7th
The Fine Arts Expo was very successful last night. Thank you to Chris Mitchell, Sarah Yeagle, and Sara Wieber, along with all of the Students who made the evening a success.
THURSDAY there will be a Prom Committee meeting in Mrs. Lagle’s room during lunch.
The Freshman clas......
March 13 6-8 p.m. @ Schneider CafeteriaGet connected and involved with your school district. We need your energy! Join the Blue Ridge Board of Education for a light supper and conversation about our schools. Gain insights into the direction of the district, and talk with district leaders to share your ideas and thoughts. Program Highlights: Key Programs and Issues;......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, March 6th
The Fine Arts Expo will be TONIGHT beginning with Art Displays in the lower hall at 6:00 and the Concert in the Old Gym at 7:00.
There will be a Prom Committee meeting in Mrs. Lagle’s room during lunch on Thursday.
Girls track will meet in the commons at 3:20 and then go outsid......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, March 5th
There will be a Prom Committee meeting in Mrs. Lagle’s room during lunch on Thursday.
High school book club will meet in the library on March 15th during lunch.
The Freshman class is collecting orders for Yoder's Kitchen dinner rolls, cinnamon rolls, and noodles. It......
Blue Ridge Community Unit School District #18 has the following vacancy for the 2018-2019 school term:
Boys Basketball Head Coach, Blue Ridge High School
Qualified applicant must have or be able to obtain the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) training designation in order to coach for our District.
Please send a letter of interest, resume and your ASEP ce......
Blue Ridge School District #18 will conduct free preschool screenings on April 5 and 6 at Schneider Elementary School, 309 North John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. The developmental screening is for children who are 3 or 4 years old at the time of the screening. Children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018 are not eligible for the screening. Please allow up to ......
Kindergarten Registration and Orientation will be held on Monday, March 12 at 6 p.m. in the Schneider School Cafeteria, 309 N. John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. Students who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018, are eligible for Kindergarten. Parents only may attend the orientation session (no children please). Parents will need to bring an official birth certifica......
Tuesday:
Scholastic Bowl Match @ GCMS, 4 p.m.
8th Grade Volleyball Regional Game, 6 p.m. @ Macon
Wednesday:
PARCC testing starts for 48th Grade Volleyball Regional Championship Game, 6 p.m. @ MaconThursday:
PARCC continues for 4th Grade and starts for 5
Scholastic Bowl Match @ Mahomet, 4 p.m.
Friday:
4th & 5th PARCC Testing
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, March 2nd
High school book club will meet in the library on March 15th during lunch.
The Freshman class is collecting orders for Yoder's Kitchen dinner rolls, cinnamon rolls, and noodles. Items are $8 each and are fresh, not frozen. Orders should be made to a Freshman no later than Monday, March 12. I......
The Immanuel Lutheran Church of Osman will hold a Benefit Supper to benefit Tammy Warren of Farmer City on Sat., March 10, 4:30-7 p.m. at the church. Tammy was diagnosed with bladder cancer a year ago and is continuing treatments. The menu features chili, potato soup, oyster soup, sandwiches, and homemade desserts made by some of the best cooks around. Free Will Donati......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, March 1st
Auditions for Color Guard are TODAY from 5:30-7pm in the HS New Gym. No experience needed or required to audition. See Ms. Meisner or any current guard member if you have questions.
High school book club will meet in the library on March 15th during lunch.
There will be an NHS......
The safety of our students and staff is the number one priority. We have safety and security plans that are reviewed often and we make adjustments when needed or circumstances change. In light of the recent tragic school shooting in Parkland, Florida, we would like to remind everyone in the Blue Ridge community that if you see something, say something. If you become ......
Mark your calendars for the Musician's Fiesta-March 23 @ the Farmer City American Legion. Fajitas for $5.00 (chicken or fish) will start at 5 p.m. and musicians will start at 7 p.m. There is a $5.00 cover for the event and you must be 21 or over to attend. All proceeds go to the BRHS band fundraiser! ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, February 28th
Interested in color guard? The FINAL workshop for the Color Guard is TODAY from 5:30-6:30pm in the New HS Gym and are not required to audition but it will help. Auditions are Thursday, March 1st from 5:30-7pm in the HS New Gym. No experience needed or required to audition. See Ms. Meisne......
All BR Families are invited to Parent Academy/Book Fair/Read Across America Night on March 2 at BRIJHS. The Book Fair, "Paws for Books" runs from 5:30-8:30 in the Jr. High gym. Enjoy family friendly games, a special story area, face painting, free popcorn, and more! Caregivers can attend Parent Academy mini-sessions from 6-8 p.m. Topics include Internet Safety, PARCC f......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, February 27th
Interested in color guard? Workshops for the Color Guard are TODAY and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30pm in the New HS Gym and are not required to audition but will help. Auditions are March 1st from 5:30-7pm in the HS New Gym. No experience needed or required to audition. See Ms. Meisner or......
Blue Ridge School District #18 will conduct free preschool screenings on April 5 and 6 at Schneider Elementary School, 309 North John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. The developmental screening is for children who are 3 or 4 years old at the time of the screening. Children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018 are not eligible for the screening. Please allow up to ......
Kindergarten Registration and Orientation will be held on Monday, March 12 at 6 p.m. in the Schneider School Cafeteria, 309 N. John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. Students who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018, are eligible for Kindergarten. Parents only may attend the orientation session (no children please). Parents will need to bring an official birth certifica......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, February 26th
Interested in color guard? Workshops for the Color Guard are TODAY, Tuesday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30pm in the New HS Gym and are not required to audition but will help. Auditions are March 1st from 5:30-7pm in the HS New Gym. No experience needed or required to audition. See Ms. ......
March 9 Monsanto employees will volunteer to help community members with chores and odd jobs. If you know someone who needs help or if you would like to volunteer, call Dick Maxwell at 217-369-0770.......
Blue Ridge Community Unit School District #18 has the following vacancy for the 2018-2019 school term:
Girls Softball Head Coach, Blue Ridge Intermediate & Junior High School
Qualified applicant must have or be able to obtain the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) training designation in order to coach for our District.
Please send a letter of int......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, February 22nd
The Scholastic Bowl meet has been cancelled for tonight. There will be a short meeting after school in Chem Lab.
This Week is National FFA Week! Join us in celebrating each day- TODAY is Red, White, and Blue Day, and Friday is the FFA Barnyard and FFA Apparel Day. Feel f......
At the end of the school day on Tuesday, a student reported that another student had made a verbal threat of violence toward BRIJHS. Due to the timing of the report and the cooperation of the accused student's family there is believed to be no immediate threat at the school. The school has been able to continue to follow normal security procedures and has not needed to......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, February 21st
This Week is National FFA Week! Join us in celebrating each day- TODAY is Truck/Tractor and Career Day, Thursday is Red, White, and Blue Day, and Friday is the FFA Barnyard and FFA Apparel Day. Feel free to participate in the Illinois FFA Social Media Challenge- fliers are posted arou......
All BR Families are invited to Parent Academy/Book Fair/ Read Across America Night on March 2 at BRIJHS. The Book Fair, "Paws for Books" runs from 5:30-8:30 in the Jr. High gym. Enjoy family friendly games, a special story area, face painting, free popcorn, and more! Caregivers are also encouraged to attend Parent Academy mini-sessions from 6-8 p.m. Topics will include......
Blue Ridge Educational Foundation gave a grant to the BRHS Family and Consumer Sciences Department for "Real Care" babies. These babies are as close to the real thing as you can get: they cry when they need fed, burped, changed or rocked; they measure temperature; and can tell if their clothes have been changed and how long they have been left in the car seat. The par......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, February 20th
Attention Seniors: Piatt County residents can register to vote with Mrs. Lagle. Bring your driver’s license and last 4 digits of Social Security number. Deadline to register is Tuesday.
This Week is National FFA Week! Join us in celebrating each day- TODAY is Blue and Gold/......
Tuesday:
Volleyball Match vs. Heyworth, BRIJHS, 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
BOE Meeting, 7 p.m., BRHS Library
Thursday:
Scholastic Bowl Match @ Rantoul-Eater, 4 p.m.
Volleyball Match vs. Deland-Weldon, BRIJHS, 5:30 p.m.,
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
8 Grade Volleyball SVC Tourney begins
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HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Wednesday, February 14th
HAPPY VALENTINES DAY TO ALL!
If you haven’t turned in your fall registration forms please turn them into the office TODAY!
There will be Scholastic Bowl practice today in the chem lab from 3:15-4:15.
FFA Members interested in running for Office need to s......
Blue Ridge Community Unit School District #18 has the following vacancy for the 2018-2019 school term:
Football Head Coach, Blue Ridge High School
Weightlifting Coach, Blue Ridge High School
Qualified applicant must have or be able to obtain the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) training designation in order to coach for our District.
Please send a ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, February 13th
Students: please remember to let the office know if you change your vehicle that you’ll be driving so we can update our records of vehicles on the property.
The next FFA Meeting is TODAY 13 at 7pm in the Ag Room.
The Spring Sports Parents meeting will be held TONIGH......
Tuesday:
Scholastic Bowl Match @ Next Generation, 4 p.m.
Volleyball Match @ Tri-Valley, 5 p.m.
Wednesday:Happy Valentine’s Day!
Thursday:Scholastic Bowl Match @ Leroy, 4 p.m.
Volleyball Match @ Epiphany, 5:30 p.m.
Friday:School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Teacher Institute Day-No Student Attendance
“A Knight to Remember” Band Fundraiser, Dinn......
The Blue Ridge Board of Education was featured in the Illinois Association of School Board's Abe Lincoln Division Newsletter as a recipient of the School Board Governance Recognition Program. The purpose of this program is to acknowledge those school boards that have engaged in activities and modeled behaviors that lead to excellence in local school board governance in......
Blue Ridge Principals, Mr. Lawrence, Mrs. Nichols and Mr. Peyton have volunteered to participate in the National SAM Innovation Project. This project is provided through a grant to Regional Office of Education #17 and there is no cost to Blue Ridge for them to participate. The Project provides professional development concerning the principal’s use of time. Here is a l......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, February 9th
It’s cold outside, but Dewey’s Drive-In is ready to take your application for summer employment. Applications are available in the office!
All course registration forms for all current students are due in the office TODAY!
Coach Whitehouse will have a meeti......
Kindergarten Registration and Orientation will be held on Monday, March 12 at 6 p.m. in the Schneider School Cafeteria, 309 N. John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. Students who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018, are eligible for Kindergarten. Parents only may attend the orientation session (no children please). Parents will need to bring an official birth certifica......
Blue Ridge School District #18 will conduct free preschool screenings on April 5 and 6 at Schneider Elementary School, 309 North John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. The developmental screening is for children who are 3 or 4 years old at the time of the screening. Children who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018 are not eligible for the screening. Please allow up to ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, February 8th
Are you interested in Bass Fishing as a sport at school? Please meet with Mr. Miles TODAY at 12:30 in the new gym.
It’s cold outside, but Dewey’s Drive-In is ready to take your application for summer employment. Applications are available in the office!
Course registration form......
The Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame was initiated by the General Assembly in 1994 to commemorate the achievements and contributions of citizens age 65 or older. Inductees are selected through a statewide nomination and judging process. The program targets candidates in the areas of community service, education, the work force and graphic/performance arts. The nominatio......
Just as a reminder, debit/credit card payments cost the school district at least 2.75% per transaction when you pay your students fees and/or lunch account balances to the high school/elementary and junior high schools. In order to save some money to the school district, please add your fees and lunch monies to Skyward. This is a very simple process and it doesn't c......
Calling all princesses, your wand awaits! Anyone dressed as a princess will receive a wand at the door as a fun photo prop for this special event. Tickets are on sale now! http://5il.co/2mnw......
Monday:
Volleyball Match @ Corpus Christi, 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday:
Volleyball Match @ St. Matthew’s, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
Freshmen Orientation-Part 1, 8:30-12:30
Jump Rope for Heart Kick off, 2:30 pm., Intermediate Gym
Freshmen Orientation-Part 2, 7 p.m., BRHS Commons
Thursday:
SIP Committee Meeting, 3:30 p.m.
Volleyball Match vs. Ridgeview, 5:00......
IEMA Encourages People to Prepare for Earthquakes
February 7 is 206th anniversary of major quake in New Madrid Seismic Zone
SPRINGFIELD – Some of the largest earthquakes ever recorded in North America rocked the mostly rural central U.S. between December 1811 and February 1812, including parts of southern Illinois. The strongest earthquakes in this series were estima......
Schneider School and BRHS Nurse, Sandy Kline, is featured on WCIA's Angels Among Us. She's a very special lady. http://www.illinoishomepage.ne.........
Kindergarten Registration and Orientation will be held on Monday, March 12 at 6 p.m. in the Schneider School Cafeteria, 309 N. John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. Students who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2018, are eligible for Kindergarten. Parents only may attend the orientation session (no children please). Parents will need to bring an official birth certifica......
KEY CLUB/KIWANIS CHILI SUPPER, Feb. 10, 5 -7 p.m.
BRHS Key Club and Kiwanis Club of Farmer City will host their annual chili supper at Blue Ridge High School, 411 N. John Street, Farmer City on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $5 per person for chili, drink and dessert. Proceeds will go toward community service projects. Come out for some delicious chili - a......
DeWitt County Sheriff's TRIAD Committee is sponsoring a seminar for senior citizens to learn more about how to use their cell phones. High school honors students will work individually with participants (Leslie Whitehouse, coordinator) on Mon., Feb. 5, 10-11 a.m. at Blue Ridge High School in the old gym. Use the west parking lot and enter through the west door. Donuts,......
Give me a “C”! Give me an “O”! Give me an “N”! Wow, “constitution” is a longer word than you think. But, “U” get the point. Mark your calendars now for Monday, February 19, 2018 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. and join the McLean County Museum of History for its sixth Presidents’ Day Open House: Constitution U.
Do you have a strong constitution? Or is it weak? If......
Monday:
Scholastic Bowl Meet vs. Ridgeview, 4 p.m., BRIJHS Art Room
Volleyball Match @ Fisher, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
High Honor Roll Field Trip
Thursday: Scholastic Bowl Meet @ Jefferson, 4 p.m.
Volleyball Match vs. LeRoy, 5:30 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Perfect Attendance Lunch treats!
Volleyball Match vs. Bement, 5:00 p.m.......
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the community? Do you want to gain new skills and experiences? Are you passionate about empowering communities to prepare for and recover from disasters?
The American Red Cross is currently seeking five individuals to serve as full-time Disaster Corps AmeriCorps members beginning between now and Febru......
Stay Connected at Blue Ridge!
PIE/Boosters/PAC/BREF: Join our parent groups. All are welcome!
Partner’s in Education (PIE) for PreK through 3rd grades, meets 1st Wed., Schneider Cafeteria, 6 p.m.
Connect on Facebook @BlueRidgePIE
BRIJHS Boosters for grades 4-8– meets 4th Wed., JH Art Room, 5:30 p.m.
Co......
2018-19 Those Who Excel Nomination Packets Now Available
The Illinois State Board of Education annually sponsors Those Who Excel to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to our state's public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools. Excellence, Meritorious Service, and Special Recognition awards are presented in seven categories: classroom t......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, January 23rd
There will be a Jr. Class Prom Committee meeting TODAY during lunch in Mrs. Lagle's room.
Pillow fights to the death! An idiot for a king! Killer robots and computer pirates! Time travelers! Vengeful ghosts! Celebrity trials! If any of these things sounds even remotely interesting ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, January 22nd
Congratulations to the Varsity Scholastic Bowl team for going 7-2 on Saturday at the 18 team Winnebago Tourney capturing the consolation championship improving their overall record to 41-15. The Knights went 3-2 in the morning losing to the hosts, then rebounded to defeat Oregon B 350-80, then lost a ......
Monday:
Volleyball Match @ home vs. Metcalf, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
8th Grade Career Field Trip
Volleyball Match @ home vs. GCMS, 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday:
Booster Meeting, 5:30
Volleyball Match @ home vs. Lexington, 5:30 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Saturday:
8th Grade Boys’ Basketball Regional, 11:15 a.m.......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, January 19th
Congratulations to the Varsity Scholastic Bowl team for going 3-0 last night in conference play defeating Eureka 310-190, Tremont 250-190 and LeRoy 320-110 to improve their overall record to 34-13 and 4-1 in the HOIC. The JV went 2-1 on the evening losing to Eureka but rebounded to defeat Tremont and ......
High school students can earn a scholarship by writing an essay on what “Home is Where the Heart Is” means to them. Deadline: Feb. 15. Download the Illinois essay form for complete requirements and eligibility: https://www.isbe.net/Lists/Bic.........
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, January 16th
Anyone interested in purchasing a White Blue Ridge Knights shirt for $5, can purchase one from Mrs. Keith in support of the cheerleaders during school or at any home boys basketball game. Sizes are available on a first come first serve basis, so don't miss out on this opportunity to get some spirit we......
Wednesday:
Volleyball Match @ Clinton, 6 p.m.
BOE Meeting, 7 p.m., BRHS Library
Thursday:
Volleyball Match @ Argenta-Oreana, 6 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Saturday:
Volleyball Tourney @ Mahomet......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, January 12th
Anyone interested in buying a White Blue Ridge Knights shirt for $5, can purchase one from Mrs. Keith in support of the cheerleaders during school or at any home boys basketball game. Sizes are available on a first come first serve basis, so don't miss out on this opportunity to......
Mark your calendar now for the next Parent Academy on Friday, March 2. The event will run concurrently with Read Across America events at BRIJHS. Mini sessions will be offered to parents throughout the evening including: PARCC for parents, Conversations to Have with Your High School Student, Internet Safety, BR Webpage and Skyward, Title I, and What Our Students Have L......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, January 11th
There is school this Friday, but there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, 1/15!
Anyone interested in buying a White Blue Ridge Knights shirt for $5, can purchase one from Mrs. Keith in support of the cheerleaders during school or at any home boys basketball game. Sizes are available on a first come first s......
Over the past few months, school personnel have worked together to review the district’s performance in the areas of leadership, learning, and resource capacity. This review is part of a process whereby the District will have an outside organization, AdvancED, review our overall programs and help identify areas where things are going well and also areas for improvement......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, January 9th
Current color guard members will have a quick meeting TODAY at the beginning of lunch in Ms. Meisner's room.
There is school this Friday, but there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, 1/15!
If you did not receive your 1st semester grades last week, please pick up your reports cards in the ......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Monday, January 8th
If you did not receive your 1st semester grades last week, please pick up your reports cards in the office.
Students in Meisner's SAE class will be meeting TODAY at lunch in the Ag Room.
There will be scholastic bowl practice TODAY in the Chem lab at from 3:15-4:30.
TODAY th......
Monday:
** CANCELLED ** Boys’ Basketball Games @ Deland-Weldon, 5:30
Volleyball Match @ home vs. Holy Cross, 5:30
Tuesday:8th Grade Basketball SVC game @ Heyworth, 6:45 p.m.
Thursday:7th Grade Basketball SVC game @ Heyworth, 6:45 p.m.
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HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Friday, January 5th
The BOYS BASKETBALL GAME scheduled for TONIGHT vs. Flannagan-Cornell has been changed to Saturday afternoon at 1:30pm and Varsity game after that. The theme for the game is “White-Out”. Please make note of the change.
There will be a meeting with all girls interested in Softball in the Spring TO......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Thursday, January 4th
The HS Girls Basketball games have been cancelled for this evening vs. ALAH. There has not been a date recheduled as of yet.
Book club will meet in the library on Thursday, January 18th during lunch.
Reminder. Students participating in the Read for a Lifetime program please check......
Thursday:
Boys’ Basketball Games @ Heyworth, 5:30 p.m.
Friday:
Report Cards Sent homeBoys’ Basketball Games @ Cornerstone, 6 p.m.......
From Lincoln Daily Weather briefing: More snow in forecast for today & tonight. DeWitt County is just south of the Winter Weather Advisory area along & north of I-74. We could still receive 1 to 2 inches of snow. Another Arctic Blast will occur Saturday through Monday, with Wind Chill temps dropping to Minus 15 to Minus 30 degrees.
Please be alert for hazardous road ......
The Superintendent's Monthly Update for December is now posted at http://5il.co/2jdf. ......
This morning, Dan from the WWHP presented a check to Blue Ridge FFA for $226. In November, the BR FFA helped publicize an agriculture radio auction and, in turn, received some of the proceeds. Megan Schumacher, BR FFA President, accepted the honor on behalf of our chapter!......
Monday:Boys’ Basketball Games @ home vs. Tri-Valley, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
4-6 PBIS Reward DayBoys’ Basketball Games @ home vs. GCMS, 5:30 p.m.7-12 Winter Band Concert, 7 p.m., BRHS Moore Gym
Wednesday:
School Store for 4-87-8 PBIS Reward DaySchool Spirit Wear Day!Board of Education Meeting, 7 p.m., BRHS Library
Thursday:
No School - Break BeginsBoys’ Basketball Gam......
BRHS Semester Finals dates and times
Monday, December 18th—First Day of Finals
1st Period 8:20 to 9:50
2nd Period 10:00 to 11:30
Lunch 11:30 to 12:10
3rd Period 12:10 to 1:40
Tuesday, December 19th—Second Day of Finals
4th Period 8:20 to 9:50
5th Perio......
Tuesday:
Boys’ Basketball Game @ Corpus Christi, 5:30 p.m.
Fannie May Delivered after school
4-6 Winter Program, 7 p.m.
Wednesday:
Fall Awards Night, 6 p.m.
Boys’ Basketball Games @ home vs. Ridgeview, 5:30 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
......
BRHS students Landon Magenheimer and Stephen Nixon have created the “Blue Ridge Basketball Show about BRHS Boys Basketball after each game. Be sure to tune in and enjoy the show! Find them on their Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGp-cFbNwh6SLoQ9aM3pDwg......
Monday, December 18th—First Day of Finals
1st Period 8:20 to 9:50
2nd Period 10:00 to 11:30
Lunch 11:30 to 12:10
3rd Period 12:10 to 1:40
Tuesday, December 19th—Second Day of Finals
4th Period 8:20 to 9:50
5th Period 10:00 to......
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
for Tuesday, December 5th
Those interested in getting this year's FFA t-shirt needs to see Ms. Meisner to pick up an order form. Order forms are due back TODAY!
Winter sports pictures will be Wednesday with the following schedule:
3:30: Girls Basketball
3:50: Boys Basketball
4:10 Cheer Sq......
The Final Exam Schedule is as Follows:
Monday, December 18th—First Day of Finals
1st Period 8:20 to 9:50
2nd Period 10:00 to 11:30
Lunch 11:30 to 12:10
3rd Period 12:10 to 1:40
Tuesday, December 19th—Second Day of Finals
4th Period 8:......
BR Volleyball was recognized by the News-Gazette All-Area Teams: 2nd team: Hannah Brackenhoff; Honorable Mention: Avery Fisher and Maddy Hopkins. All Conference/All County Teams: HOIC 1st team: Hannah Brackenhoff; 2nd team Maddie Hopkins; and Honorable Mention: Avery Fisher. Congratulations Coaches Miles and Moak, and Team! http://www.news-gazette.com/sp.........
Monday:
Boys’ Basketball Games vs. Fisher, 5:30 p.m., BRIJHS
Tuesday:
Perfect Attendance Lunch TreatsPBIS Data Committee, 3:30, Conference Room
Wednesday:
Social Studies Curriculum Meeting, 3:30-5 p.m.
Thursday:
Boys’ Basketball Games vs. LeRoy, 5:30 p.m., BRIJHS
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!Fannie May Orders will be in on December 12th! Pick up w......
Resources from the recent Parent Academy have now been uploaded to the Blue Ridge website. Resources include information on opioid addiction http://5il.co/2f0u, social emotional learning https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws..., and supporting mental health development https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws..........
Attached is a press release from the Little Okaw Valley Conference regarding its recent restructuring. Blue Ridge agreed to be in the LOVC beginning in the 2018-19 school year. BR will work with the districts that are separating from LOVC to form a new conference. The new conference will take effect as of 2019-2020 school year and plans to include football. More inform......
Tori Lanter was a student at Blue Ridge up until 7th grade and then transferred to Monticello, where she was a senior in high school. She died in a car accident on Tuesday. Her mother asked for the arrangements to be shared with the Blue Ridge Community. The visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday at Mackey-Wright Funeral Home in Monticello. The funeral will be he......
Congratulations to the BR students recognized in the News-Gazette All Area Soccer Teams: Landon Magenheimer, 2nd team; Nick Becker, Brendan Flannell, and Mitchell Houser, Honorable Mention. Blue Ridge ended the year at #7 in the top 10 teams listing. Congratulations, Coach Price and BR Soccer!......
This coming week!Monday: Volleyball practice begins! 8 th Grade Girls’ Regionals Begin, BRIJHS is hostingTuesday: 8 th Grade Girls’ Regionals, Blue Ridge plays at 6:45 p.m.Wednesday: Olivet rep here after school Parent Academy, 6 p.m.Thursday: Boys’ Basketball game @ Lexington, 5:30 8 th Grade Girls’ Regional Championship game 5:30 p.m.,Friday: Boys’ Basketball......
Monday:7th Grade Girls Regional Game vs. Fisher @ St. Matthews, 7:15 p.m.
Boys’ Basketball Games vs. St. Matthews, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
Boys’ Basketball Games vs. Cerro Gordo, 5:30 p.m.
7th Grade Girls Regional Championship Game @ St. Matthews, 6:00 p.m.
High Honor Roll Field Trip
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
......
The Superintendent's Monthly Update for November is now posted at http://5il.co/2bcd. Have a Happy thanksgiving!......
Parent Academy – Nov. 29 – CHILDREN IN CRISIS: WHAT DO I LOOK FOR? HOW CAN I HELP?
Parents and Guardians of Pre K-12th grade students are cordially invited to join us on Wednesday, November 29th, at Blue Ridge High School for a light supper at 6 p.m., followed by presentations from Blue Ridge K-8 Counselor, Cara Wells, Blue Ridge High School Counselor, Leslie Whitehou......
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws...Coalition for Bright Futures is an involved and engaged group of Dewitt county community members from many diverse backgrounds. Coalition for Bright Futures in conjunction with the Dewitt County Prevention Center has been awarded the Strategic Prevention Framework grant, which focuses on preventing and educating students and parents of ......
Monday:Boys’ Basketball Games @ St. Malachy, 5:30 p.m.
8th Grade Girls SVC Tourney Game, 6 p.m., (in Ridgeview)
Tuesday:
Boys’ Basketball Games @ Argenta-Oreana, 5:30 p.m.
7th Grade Girls SVC Consolation Championship Game, 5 p.m., (in LeRoy)
Wednesday:
Dental Sealants, Conference Room
Board of Education Meeting, 7 p.m., BRHS Library
8th ......
An ETA Open House has been set for Monday, Nov. 13, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Parkland College's Student Union, Room U140. College faculty and administrators will be on hand to discuss the new academy, its benefits to students, and the eligibility requirements for participationAs participants in the new Early Transfer Academy (ETA), high school juniors and seniors will enro......
The agenda for the following meetings of the Blue Ridge Board of Education are posted at www.blueridge18.org: Regular meeting on Nov. 15, 2017 at 7 p.m., and Special meeting on Nov. 15, 2017 at 6:50 p.m., in the Library of the Blue Ridge High School at 411 North John Street, Farmer City, IL.......
Monday:Parent Teacher Conferences - 3:30 - 7 p.m.Boys’ Basketball Games v. PVO, 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday:Girls’ Basketball Games v. St. Mathew, 5:30 p.m., 8th Grade Night!
Boys’ Basketball Games v. Iroquois West, 5:30 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Veteran’s Day Assembly, 8:30 a.m.
Fall play performance for school, 1 p.m.
Fall play public......
Blue Ridge has a new communication system called Apptegy. We are testing with a phone call to families and employees Fri., Nov. 3 at 4:30 PM. If you do not get the call, notify your school office or fill in the "Opt-in" form at www.blueridge18.org.......
Call (217) 489-5201 for tickets. We hope to see you there!......
Monday:
Dress Code Meeting @ BRHS Commons, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday:Happy Halloween!
PBIS Reward Day!
Girls’ Basketball Games @ home vs. Clinton, 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday:Perfect Attendance lunch treats
Parent/Teacher Conferences-3:30-7Girls’ Basketball Games @ home vs. Heyworth, 5:30 p.m.
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
......
Blue Ridge Lady Knights won their 5th straight regional championship against Armstrong-Potomac 25-11; 25-15. Congratulations Lady Knights and Coach Miles!!......
10/23
Girls’ Basketball Games @ Home, 5:30 p.m.
10/25
8th Grade BACC Field Trip
Booster/Parent Group Meeting, 5:30, Art Room, Stephen is signed up to represent!
Girls’ Basketball Games @ Tri-Valley, 5:30 p.m.
10/27
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Picture retakes......
Happy Homecoming Week!
Tuesday:
Girls’ Basketball Games vs. Lexington @ Home, 5:30 p.m.
PJ Day
Wednesday:
Wacky Wednesday
Disney Day
Girls’ Basketball Games @ Fisher, 5:30 p.m.
Boys’ Basketball Parent Meeting, 5:30, Intermediate Gym
Friday:
School Spirit Wear and Jeans Day!
Knight Walk!
Homecoming Parade!
......
Evacuation Drill Information: As a practice drill, students at all Blue Ridge schools are being evacuated to the following alternate location: Schneider students are at Victory Christian Center. BRHS Students are at Trinity Christian Fellowship. Mansfield Students to Bellflower Community Center. In order to ensure student safety, only custodial parents or guardians may......
Please click here to read September's Superintendent's Monthly Newsletter!......
For the week of October 2:
10/2: Girls' Basketball @ Home 5:30 v. St. Malachy
District Dress Code Meeting BRHS Commons 6:30 p.m.
10/3: Girls' Basketball @ Argenta 6:00 p.m.
10/5: All District Evacuation Drill
Girls' Basketball @ Cerro Gordo 6 p.m.
10/6: No School! Teacher Institute Day
Looking Ahead
November
10 & 11: Musical/Comedy Performance - Cinderella Me......
SCHOOL LUNCHES
Please keep watch of your students lunch account for any negative balances. If the balance falls below $10.00, you'll be receiving an email telling you about the balance of the family lunch account. If your student is negative, they'll be receiving a cheese sandwich, fruit and milk and not allowed to purchase any Ala carte items in the cafeteria. If......