Free Preschool screenings are set for July 28-31. Children must be 3 or 4 yrs old at the time and those children who turn 5 on or before Sept 1, 2020 are not eligible. Call Kristi at the Unit Office to schedule an appt or to ask any questions. 309-928-9141.
Did you know families with children who received free or reduced meals at National School Lunch Program participating schools are eligible for Pandemic EBT benefits? Find out more information at www.dhs.state.il.us/OneNetLibrary/27897/documents/Brochures/4980.pdf (Spanish: http://www.dhs.state.il.us/OneNetLibrary/27897/documents/Brochures/4980S.pdf). The deadline to apply is June 30.
Let’s stay connected with our weekly Summer Knights theme! All you have to do is post a picture in the comments of today’s Facebook post. This week, get outdoors and post a picnic picture! Every Friday, join us on Facebook for a spirit day post! #br_u_knighted
Cheer Tryout Practice tonight from 6-7:30 on the football field!! Make sure to wear comfortable/cool clothing and bring water. Social distancing rules will be followed. Please arrive by 5:45 to start the check in process.
The upcoming Board of Education meeting details are posted at https://v3.boardbook.org/Public/PublicHome.aspx?ak=1000247
The Blue Ridge webpage now has a banner posted with Pre-K through 6th grade summer choice boards. Take a look at the fun summer activities that your teachers have provided for you! Enjoy! #br_u_knighted
FOOTBALL MEETING:
The next football meeting will be on Tuesday June 9th at 7pm on Zoom. We will discuss the when the summer season starts and the new guidelines passed by the state. The meeting info is below:
Meeting ID: 414 280 2780
PW: 2JPPjN
Dear Blue Ridge Community,
Please click on the link to read my letter of introduction. https://5il.co/h0k5
#br_u_knighted
Please share: The Salt Creek Resource Center clothes closet will re-open this Sat., June 6, 9 am - noon. Facemasks will be required. Everyone entering will use hand sanitizer. Clothing donations will be accepted, but held for 1 week before processed and put out on the floor.
HS Cheer Practice and Tryouts are scheduled for June 15 & June 18 @ 6pm-7:30pm and June 19 TBA. Email kwoliung@blueridge18.org for more info!
Videos for cheer tryouts will be sent out soon to those interested in becoming part of the HS cheer squad. If you're interested in giving it a try, make sure you've filled out the Google form.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1045phuBBp5C2QyoZ0TxY6pFweyBRwjQaiGMVHEK-ZG4/edit
Each year we compile Blue Ridge Schools' accomplishments for the past year and share them out to the community. Please take a minute and look through the information posted at https://5il.co/gss8 and enjoy a recap of this past (very eventful) year!
The Blue Ridge Schools District Office will change to the summer schedule beginning Monday, June 1 and continuing through July 31. Office hours will be 7 am - 5 pm Monday through Thursday. Normal hours will resume in August. Have a great weekend!
Free Preschool screenings are set for July 28-31. Children must be 3 or 4 yrs old at the time and those children who turn 5 on or before Sept 1, 2020 are not eligible. Call Mary at the Schneider Office to schedule an appt or to ask any questions. 309-928-2611.
Fill out the #2020Census to help our community get the funding we need for a brighter future. Go to https://www.2020census.gov/ to complete the census today. #MakeILCount #br_u_knighted
Updated teaching and coaching vacancies are posted at https://www.blueridge18.org/employment-opportunities--103
Free Preschool screenings are set for July 28-31. Children must be 3 or 4 yrs old at the time and those children who turn 5 on or before Sept 1, 2020 are not eligible. Call Mary at the Schneider Office to schedule an appt or to ask any questions. 309-928-2611.
It is the final day to drop off school items and clean out lockers! Please stop by Schneider or BRIJHS by noon today. Freshmen need to go to the high school by 4 today. All Chromebooks should be charged. Don't forget cases, Jetpacks, library books, textbooks, and sport uniforms.
The final radon test results for BRIJHS have arrived and are posted at https://5il.co/g7zz. All levels tested below the required minimums.
The (last) Daily Remote Learning Announcement for the school year is posted at https://5il.co/g7hd. Remember to stop by for the bonus food distribution (available to all), and charge those Chromebooks before dropping them off May 20-22. Details for food distribution, and the plan for retrieving and dropping off materials are included in today's message. Have a wonderful summer!