Today, students at Schneider Elementary participated in a presentation about transportation safety. This included a special guest visitor, Toby Tire, who reviewed several important bus safety rules.
BR JFL is promoting and sponsoring a "Bench For Caps" recycling drive. Check out the links for more details of what is acceptable vs unacceptable, what each phase needs and more! https://5il.co/7dtb, https://5il.co/7dth, https://5il.co/7dti
Interested in becoming a Substitute Teacher? A sign up day will be held at Heartland Community College on 5/2. See the link for more details. https://5il.co/7dss
Our spring book fair at Schneider Elementary is happening this Thursday, April 25th from 5-7 p.m. We hope to see you for this fun night of literacy!
Superintendent's Monthly Message for April 2019 is now posted at https://5il.co/7c6r. Have a wonderful weekend. Remember - no school Friday and Monday, April 19 and 22!
The latest job postings can be viewed at http://www.blueridge18.org/employment-opportunities--103
We are pleased to announce that Maureen Gilbert has been appointed to fill the vacancy on the Blue Ridge Board of Education that was created by the resignation of Justin Otto. She will be sworn in at tonight's meeting and will fill out the remaining 2 years of the term.
Our 1st grade students shared their poetry during today’s Poetry Cafe. So proud of their creativity and courage!
The agenda for the April 17 Board of Education meeting is posted at https://v3.boardbook.org/Public/PublicHome.aspx?ak=1000247
Congratulations to our Schneider School BUG (Bring Up Grades) recipients for 3rd quarter. Students are recognized for improving grades from 2nd quarter or maintaining good grades. Thank you to program sponsors: BRHS Key Club, BR Educational Foundation, and Kiwanis Club of FC!
Too many State Troopers have lost their lives by drivers not following the law. Scott’s Law mandates all vehicles must reduce speed, change lanes if possible, and proceed with caution when approaching any stopped vehicle with flashing emergency lights. https://5il.co/77dc
Updated job postings can be viewed at http://www.blueridge18.org/employment-opportunities--103
BR Educational Foundation will have a cake walk at the Daddy Daughter Dance this Saturday night at 7 p.m. If you would like to donate desserts, please bring items to the BRHS Old Gym that evening from 6:30 pm. Proceeds go to educational grants for classrooms. Thanks so much!
Prom right is around the corner and we want to ensure our children stay safe & sober! DeWitt-Piatt Co. Health Dept. asks parents to take this survey provision of alcohol to HS students. Information will be kept confidential.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/English_Survey_BRHS
The Jr. High track meet in Ridgeview tonight has been cancelled and there is NO practice today after school either.
Homeless children have equal access to the same public education, including preschool, as other students. BR Schools work to address any barriers that may negatively affect a child's education. Call 309-928-9141 for assistance. Details are available at https://5il.co/621q
Congratulations to newly elected BR board members Chelsie Leffelman & Carlos Burton, & re-elected incumbent Dale Schneman! Thank you to outgoing board members Matt Althaus, Curt Homann, & Justin Otto for dedicated service. The new board will be seated April 29.#BlueRidgeTogether
The Daddy Daughter Dance is set for Sat., Apr. 6 from 7-9 pm at Blue Ridge High School. Join us for a great time. Details are posted at https://5il.co/6sq8.
Free preschool screenings at Schneider on April 11 & 12. This is for children who are 3 or 4 at the time of the screening. Call Mary at 928-2611 to schedule an appt or for any questions. For more info go to http://www.blueridge18.org/article/100626?org=blue-ridge-cusd-18