BUSD students and families, please help us celebrate our teachers and staff next week by showering them with love and support!
Caleb has done a fine job of caring for the tomato plant he started from seed. He is sure to have some nutritious & delicious tomatoes this summer.
We received the following information from ISBE: I am passing this along for any families who may want to take advantage. With our CEP program (free breakfast/lunch) all families who live in the Bluford school district would be eligible for this.
Pandemic EBT Application Available
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) launched the Pandemic EBT application for families on May 1 at https://abe.illinois.gov/abe/access/. P-EBT is a new special benefit that can help families buy food for their school age children who would normally receive National School Lunch Program (NSLP) free or reduced-priced meals when schools are in session. All families with school age children who attend schools approved for Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) are eligible for the benefits as they receive NSLP meals at no charge.
Families that currently receive SNAP benefits do not need to apply for P-EBT benefits. These additional P-EBT benefits will be loaded into Illinois LINK EBT accounts along with regular SNAP benefits. Families who do not currently receive SNAP benefits but do have children who receive NSLP free or reduced-priced meals will need to apply directly with IDHS. The fastest way for families to receive benefits is to complete the application for P-EBT available online (Click “Apply for Benefits” at the link.) A paper application in English and Spanish is also available and can be submitted by email to DHS.FCS.PEBT@illinois.gov. IDHS created a flyer to help families with the application process. We are asking NSLP sponsors to share this flyer with their families.
Webber proudly announces the completion of a new Home Economics Lab!
Presidential books are coming in and looking quite impressive!
It's time to feed the dog!
https://youtu.be/pPv6n-KbgSg
Another successful home science project!
https://youtu.be/23alKV7mDNA
One of our high school art students has made the front entrance a little more colorful!
We released information yesterday about the end of the school year. The last remote learning day for seniors is May 8. The last remote learning day for all other students is May 15. More information can be found at: https://www.blufordschools.org/article/238064?org=bluford-unit-school-district-318
Current juniors or parents of current juniors: You should have received an email through TeacherEase which details how you can select courses for next school year. If you did not receive the email or would like a paper copy, please let us know. 618-732-7242
One of the high school science courses had an assignment to make a Rube Goldberg. Check out the finished product!
https://youtu.be/8mJjCOVDb14
Bluford USD is a proud supporter of our 2020 graduates!
8th grade students & parents: 8th grade shirt orders are now being taken. Mrs. Putt created a form to take orders and students have access to it through their Google Classroom account. There are also forms available in the grade school office. Contact Mrs. Putt with questions.
Just a quick note from Mrs. Henson and I. Hope you all are doing well! https://docs.google.com/document/d/18AIXG_14kENFa9nUMdjkrByPPrYpr641Lhq01PdcNQE/edit?usp=sharing
The Teacher Parade for Roy's White bus route, scheduled for today, is postponed until next Thursday, April 30. The weather forecast looks better for next week than today.
Greetings from the Staff of Bluford Schools. We hope everyone is doing well and staying healthy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BntE3iiCQ8
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to these three fabulous ladies! We would be in a world of hurt if we didn't have them. They are the best! Thank you for your dedication to our school.
Attention Juniors & Seniors: Here is another two week dual credit (0.5) opportunity offered through RLC. This would be beneficial for those considering the nursing field as a career. Here is the link: https://rlc.coursestorm.com/category/healthcare
For many of us with younger children at home the thought of "teaching" reading is scary. The link below provides a short framework to help with the disruption we are experiencing. One thing to remember is as your child is reading to you don't let them guess words. Have them implement the phonic strategies their teachers have taught them. They can go back and sound it out. If they can't, simply say the correct word for them.
https://righttoreadproject.com/2020/04/07/the-abcs-of-teaching-reading-at-home/
Since I was unable to recognize these outstanding BGS students at the Jefferson County Principal's Collegial Network dinner in March, I want to take a moment to acknowledge their strong academic and moral character. Congratulations on your achievements!
