Bluford Unit School District 318

Attention parents of grade 9, 10 & 11 students: Students were given a permission slip regarding the preACT and ACT Testing on April 8. This permission slip must be signed and returned by 3/20 in order for students to be able to leave after tests are complete.

** JH Track is canceled today. The varsity team roster will be posted tomorrow. Mandatory practices will start on Monday, March 16th 3:30pm-5:00pm **

Book fair

5 Essential Survey-Parent Link
Link: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Please take a moment to fill out the survey. This allows us to gain valuable feedback on how best to help our school and students. All responses are anonymous.

Grade School Boosters will be hosting a Family Fun Night on March 20th. There will be a taco bar catered by El Rancherito that evening as well for $10 per person. Flyers were previously sent home with students regarding the event. The event includes dodgeball, raffle baskets, silent auction, Hog Raffle, 50/50, cake walk, face painting, and more!

There will be an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, March 11 from 12-5pm at the Bluford Ruritan Building. All successful donations will receive a $15 e-gift card.

Webber Beta brought home the hardware from the State Beta Convention. This is one very talented group of kids!!

Cruz Case and Embry Raney were honored at the Illinois Principals Association Egyptian Region breakfast for being outstanding students and school citizens!

11:30am Dismissal
Friday, March 6th

5 Essential Survey-Parent Link
Link: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Please take a moment to fill out the survey. This allows us to gain valuable feedback on how best to help our school and students. All responses are anonymous.

Just a reminder, yearbook orders are due by April 1st. We have forms in the grade school office if you need one.

Our 8th grade students explored the fundamentals of electricity by building their own circuits in class. Through this hands-on activity, they learned how electrical energy flows, how to properly connect circuit components, and the difference between open and closed circuits. This interactive lesson helped strengthen their understanding of how electricity powers the devices we use every day.

Our 7th grade students wrapped up their genetics chapter with a hands-on lab activity extracting DNA from strawberries. After completing the extraction process, students observed the DNA under the microscope, allowing them to see real genetic material up close. This engaging experiment helped reinforce their understanding of DNA structure and the role it plays in heredity.

SAVE THE DATE for Senior Honor's Night to celebrate all Senior academic awards and scholarships. Thursday, May 7th at 6:00pm in the High School Gymnasium. More information to come!

Attention Parents of Seniors: You should be getting a letter in the next few weeks from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission in regards to your child's eligibility for Financial Aid. Also, all scholarships are posted in your child's Senior Google Classroom and many of the scholarships are available in print in the high school commons. The FAFSA or the opt-out waiver must be completed for your child to graduate in May. If you have questions, please reach out the high school guidance office: 618-732-8242 x234.

Track & Field Mandatory Practice Starts This Week!
Ready to put in the work and set the tone for the season? It’s time to show up and get after it!

📅 Start Date: This Tuesday
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Meet at the track

All athletes participating are expected to attend. Bring your energy, your spikes, and your best effort. Let’s build something strong this season together! 🔥💪

Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Teacher and Staff of the Month: 🍎✨ It's time to recognize our amazing teachers and support staff with the Teacher/Staff of the Month nomination form, now OPEN! 📝💫 Let's give our outstanding educators the recognition they deserve! 🌟 Share how they shine in the classroom, connect with their students, and go above and beyond! 🌠 Winners receive a certificate and a gift card to a local Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce member business. 🎁🛍️ Special thanks to our 25-26 School Year Sponsor: GFI Digital! 🙏🎉 Nomination Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7-4Jn8Z9OS4DBpKHWRmNulf8qX2LlX1HChfkGkRTLcBASSw/formResponse #teacherofthemonth #SupportOurTeachers #CommunityStrong

Trojans Baseball starts tomorrow after school til 5pm!

Both 2nd grades have been studying habitats in science! Here they created and wrote about their habitats! So fun!