Just a quick reminder that BRHS Homecoming Week kicks off tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. with a very special celebration. We'll be honoring our newest members of the Wall of Fame, as well as recognizing the members of this year's Homecoming court. The event will culminate with the announcement of our king and queen. It should be a fun, unique way to celebrate our past and present all at once.
Everything will take place in Moore Gym at BRHS. Again, it all starts at 5:00. Hope to see you there!
Did you miss out on our Schneider book fair? Was a book your student wanted sold out? Do you want to buy a few more books to save for Christmas or a birthday? You can shop online through October 1st and Schneider Library will receive 25% of the total purchased. Click on the link below to continue shopping!
https://shop.scholastic.com/parent-ecommerce/parent-store-2.html?fairId=5611695
The Superintendent's September Update is here: https://5il.co/25hed. Inside you'll find information on our Exemplary Knights, along with other valuable items. Thank you for reading! #br_u_knighted
We welcome Derrick Fernandez to the Blue Ridge CUSD #18 Board of Education. Derrick was appointed on 9.20.2023 from a field of four strong candidates. He fills the seat vacated by Rusty Woliung who now serves the district as Operations and Maintenance Supervisor. Derrick, congratulations and welcome 'aboard'! #br_u_knighted
The Operations & Maintenance Department is growing. The newly added position of custodian/maintenance is a 40 hour work week position with full benefits. Check out the flyer for more details!! https://5il.co/25cgh
Next up to highlight is another teacher at Schneider Elementary. Please welcome Saddie Penrod! https://5il.co/21058
Congratulations to our first Exemplary Knights of the year! #br_u_knighted
The Eastern IL Foodbank will be back in Piatt County on September 20 according to the following schedule:
Atwood: Atwood Area Food Pantry (231 N. Illinois St.) 8-8:45am
Cerro Gordo: God's Lifeline (104 E. Carter St.) 9:30-10am
Bement: Veterans Park 10:30-11am
Monticello: Monticello Christian Church (1699 N. State St.) 11:30am-12:30pm
Mansfield: US 150 & Washington St. 1:30-2:15pm
Mark your calendar! #br_u_knighted
https://5il.co/23zcu
One more reminder of the Kids' Safety Class being held at Farmer City Outreach on September 22 at 6:30 pm. Don't forget to mark your calendar now!
Would you help the City of Farmer City with a grant opportunity to add more sidewalks close to Schneider Elementary? You can do so by filling out a survey, even if your children don't currently attend Schneider. On 9.18.23, all K-8th graders will bring home a paper copy of this survey: https://5il.co/24n1o. If you would consider completing one per family and returning it to BRIJHS or Schneider by 9.28.23 it would be extremely helpful for the purpose of the grant! Please see more info here: https://5il.co/24n1n. Thank you! #br_u_knighted
Mario Kart, the movie...Mario Kart, the Wii game...prizes...snacks...and more! Attention all 6th-12th graders - be sure and come out for a fun filled night at Trinity Community Fellowship on September 17 from 4-7. Check out the flyer for more details and the RSVP QR code. https://5il.co/22m5q
The highlighting continues for our new teaching staff. Please welcome Noelle Keune at Schneider Elementary. https://5il.co/21057
Such a fun time at Schneider's Art Night! Students painted, played, and created some amazing things. #br_u_knighted
https://5il.co/24ron
We are excited to recognize our newest members of the Blue Ridge Wall of Fame. If you'd like to congratulate them or just reconnect, please join us on September 24th!
Don't forget about tomorrow's Schneider Family Art Night!! It will take place Wednesday, 9/13, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. See more details in the link! https://shorturl.at/dkEFI
The District Office is growing and we need your help to find the right fit to round out our team! We are seeking an Accountant/Treasurer with an interest in training towards Business Manager/Certified School Business Official credentials. Please share!!
https://5il.co/24nyh
The Eastern IL Foodbank will be back in Piatt County on September 20 according to the following schedule:
Atwood: Atwood Area Food Pantry (231 N. Illinois St.) 8-8:45am
Cerro Gordo: God's Lifeline (104 E. Carter St.) 9:30-10am
Bement: Veterans Park 10:30-11am
Monticello: Monticello Christian Church (1699 N. State St.) 11:30am-12:30pm
Mansfield: US 150 & Washington St. 1:30-2:15pm
Mark your calendar! #br_u_knighted
Do you know everything there is to know about your local 4H? If not, take a look at what is available with DeWitt County 4H https://5il.co/249r8 and Piatt County 4H https://5il.co/249r9 this year! Find Your Spark!
Another new 6th grade teacher is joining the BRIJHS staff. Please welcome Kari White! https://5il.co/2104r
Farmer City Angel Tree Registration is here!! Angel Tree helps local families provide Christmas presents for their children. Families in the Blue Ridge School District (Farmer City, IL; Mansfield, IL; & Bellflower, IL) that qualify for free or reduced lunch are eligible. Only children who live in the Blue Ridge District will qualify. You must be the parent or guardian of the children you are registering for. We reserve the right to ask for income verification if needed. Please call Lynda Harman at 309-846-8500 with any questions. Gift Distribution Day will be Friday, December 1, 2023. More info will follow. Application deadline is October 20, 2023. Click the link below to register your child(ren).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkzqMWdA67NVRydc_lntJuM8rlVB3-7g1lLTOm4WF8SETuHg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0