Blue Ridge CUSD #18

We’re excited to welcome our newest staff members to the Blue Ridge family! 🏫✨ This incredible group of educators, administrators, and support staff bring energy, passion, and a shared commitment to student success. We’re grateful to have each of you join us as we inspire, support, and grow together this school year. #inductionday #br_u_knighted 💙📚🍎

Just a quick reminder that the deadline is approaching for new nominees for this year's Wall of Fame addition. See this link for details. https://aptg.co/Ym3pS5

Happy August to all of our Blue Ridge families! Your principals have some back-to-school information to share with you. Please take a look at the letter from the building where your student attends.

It's a great time to be a Knight!

Click this link for the Schneider Welcome Back Letter - https://aptg.co/ChXvbM

Click this link for the BRIJHS Welcome Back Letter - https://aptg.co/0Kps-G

Click this link for the BRHS Welcome Back Letter - https://aptg.co/mySjBm

Spots are filling fast for Pre-K at Schneider but we have screening spots still open today! If you know of or have any children who are three or four years old on or before September 1, 2025, they are eligible for a free preschool screening with this amazing group of educators. Call 309–928–2611 to schedule an appointment.

Good Afternoon, Blue Ridge Families!

Here is July's Superintendent Newsletter - https://5il.co/3marf. Inside you'll find important upcoming dates, the 2025-2026 Blue Ridge District Calendar, Kindergarten Jumpstart details, secure entry information for all three buildings including a "how to" video, and more.

I hope everyone is enjoying their summer!

Blue Ridge School District #18 will conduct free preschool screenings on July 24 and July 25 at Schneider Elementary School, 309 N John St, 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, 2025 are not eligible for the screening. Please allow up to 2 hours for the screening. We ask you not to bring other children with you since you will be asked to join us during your child’s appointment. Parents will be asked to complete an information packet and return it to the school a week before the appointment. Please call Mary at the Schneider Office (309) 928-2611 to schedule an appointment or ask any questions. Thank you!

The BRHS volleyball team definitely put in some work last week! On Thursday, we hosted Deland-Weldon for a scrimmage and pizza party... then wrapped up a great camp with our 4th-8th graders that night.

Substitutes are needed for this upcoming school year. Teachers, paraprofessionals, secretaries, etc. Check out the flier to request more information. https://5il.co/3kzd5

It is with deep gratitude and admiration that we come together to celebrate and honor the retirement of our Superintendent, Dr. Hillary Stanifer. Throughout her remarkable tenure, she has exemplified what it means to be an amazing leader, one who leads not only with vision and wisdom, but with heart. She has been a constant source of inspiration, guiding our district through change and growth with a steadfast commitment to excellence and compassion. Under her leadership, our mission to embrace, engage, equip, and empower every student, educator, and family became more than just words, it became a lived reality. She embraced challenges with courage, engaged our community with authenticity, equipped our schools with the tools to thrive, and empowered learners to dream big and reach higher. As we say farewell, we do so with immense appreciation. The legacy Dr. Stanifer leaves behind is one of unity, innovation, and hope, a foundation that will continue to uplift our district for years to come. Please join us in celebrating a career that has touched countless lives. While we will miss her daily presence, we are forever grateful for the indelible mark she leaves on our hearts and in our halls. With heartfelt thanks and warmest wishes! #br_u_knighted

Did you, or someone you know, miss the chance to tryout for the High School Cheer Squad? Well you're in luck! The High School Cheer Squad is looking to add ONE person to their team. For anyone interested, please email kwoliung@blueridge18.org . Deadline to request information is tomorrow by 8am.

Did you, or someone you know, miss the chance to tryout for the High School Cheer Squad? Well you're in luck! The High School Cheer Squad is looking to add ONE person to their team. For anyone interested, please email kwoliung@blueridge18.org . Deadline to request information is June 30 by 8am.

The Superintendent's Monthly Update can be found here: https://5il.co/3jrk5. Updates include status of the track project, end of year celebrations, FFA news, and several hires for the upcoming school year. This also marks the transition of superintendents for Blue Ridge. Mr. Peyton, we're so glad to have you take on your new role and we wish you all the best! #br_u_knighted

One more time... still a chance to get a free camp t-shirt along with a free camp experience... Attention ALL VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS!! A quick reminder for those entering 5th-8th grade that the high school is hosting a free camp on July 1st-3rd. Here is the link to register if you haven't already done so (https://5il.co/3gfj1).

The Jr High Lady Knights Basketball Program visited Greenville University for a couple of days this week. The girls played 8 games in two days, and went .500! They also enjoyed a fun two nights of playing in the pool at the hotel, eating pizza, made new friends, and went on an ice cream trip. We can’t wait to see this invaluable experience translate into more success next season! #br_u_knighted

Blue Ridge School District #18 will conduct free preschool screenings on July 24 and July 25 at Schneider Elementary School, 309 N John St, 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, 2025 are not eligible for the screening. Please allow up to 2 hours for the screening. We ask you not to bring other children with you since you will be asked to join us during your child’s appointment. Parents will be asked to complete an information packet and return it to the school a week before the appointment. Please call Mary at the Schneider Office (309) 928-2611 to schedule an appointment or ask any questions. Thank you!

Congratulations to Lily Enger and Ellie Schlieper for being selected to represent BRHS on the LPC All Conference Softball Team. Lily was selected to the First Team All Conference as a Position Player and Ellie was selected as an Honorable Mention All Conference Pitcher. Congratulations!

Aidan Hawn joins the Order of Iron today by completing a 1000lb combined max lift! Congratulations to Aidan on all his hard work. He joins 4 other athletes in the Order of Iron playing football this season.

Blue Ridge High School proudly celebrates our spring semester academic honor roll for 2024-2025! Great work, students! #br_u_knighted

Attention all volleyball players!! A quick reminder for those entering 5th-8th grade that the high school is hosting a free camp on July 1st-3rd. Here is the link to register if you haven't already done so (https://5il.co/3gfj1). To our 9th-12th grade volleyball players, the coaches will have some uniform samples on hand next week on Tuesday (June 3rd) here at the high school. They'll also have nets set up so anyone who comes to see/try on the uniforms can stay for an open gym from 6:30-8 p.m. Please help spread the word! If you have any questions, please post to the SportsYou volleyball account.

Thank you Mansfield United Methodist Church for the "Let Love Shine" grant money used to purchase our Tie Dye Day supplies! One of our 4th grade classes wanted to show off their new attire. #br_u_knighted