Bluford Unit School District 318

11:30am Dismissal
Friday, March 6th

5 Essential Survey-Parent Link
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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!

Next week is Read Across America Week! We will celebrate with a different theme each day.

Congratulations to Ambur Withrow and Seirra Forristall for being named February Staff of the Month! Nominations from colleagues included: Mrs. Withrow: “Mrs. Withrow goes out of her way to support other teachers and staff that need a helping hand. From providing support, stepping in when someone needs a break, to being a mentor, you can always count on her to be there when help is needed. She also provides a loving yet structured environment for her students so they know they are valued and can feel safe at school.” Mrs. Forristall: “Sierra goes above and beyond everyday. She takes so many different roles. She never complains and is always ready to jump in and help with whatever is needed. The kids absolutely love her. Whenever she has the kids for recess, she teaches them fun games like hide and go seek tag and sharks and minnows. She is a true asset to the school.”

Brain Games Teams are 4 for 4 this week! Each of our teams 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, and 9-12 advanced to the regional competition! Trojans excelling in academics and athletics!

Thank you Bluford's FFA for putting on the tractor parade for grade school students this morning.

Bluford kiddos are now 3 for 3! Today our 7th and 8th grade Brain Games team made up of Izabel Andrews, Tucker Banks, Brayleigh Daniels, and Jack Strohschein took home 5th place out of 45 teams. They will advance with 30 other teams from 5 different ROE's to the next round on Wednesday, April 15th at Rend Lake College.

Our 5th and 6th grade Brain Games team made up of Lennon Raney, Dalton Marlow, Karley Kohler, and Barrett Richards also came home with some hardware today! They placed 6th out of 40 teams and also get to advance to the next competition on Tuesday, April 14th at Rend Lake College. Great job!

Congratulations to our 3rd & 4th grade Brain Games participants Kate Scott, Russ Stone, Aria Horn, and Georgia Haile for getting 5th place out of 36 teams! They will advance to the next round in April where they will compete against students from schools from five different ROE's.

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