Here is our full Return to Learn plan. School begins Monday, August 17, daily from 8:10 - 3:10. The video below provides some additional information.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/830786/Return_to_Learn.pdf
https://youtu.be/ARl7gegvzME
Good news sports fans, there will be athletics at Webber this year after all. Through collaberative efforts of the IHSA, IDPH, and ISBE, as well as just recent SIJHSAA guidlines are out for us to have a successful sports year. Rest assured I am staying abreast of all the safety guidlines and have shared those with coaches. We will continue to conduct everything we do in a safe manor and continue our preparations for a strong, competetive athletic year. Parents please continue to support and encourage our student/athletes to be part of workouts as we prepare to represent Bluford. Go Trojans, Jr. Trojans, and Trojanettes(???)!
Due to wet conditions the junior high softball open field scheduled for tonight is cancelled.
We have received many inquiries about masks. Since a face covering will be required by all students and staff, the district will be providing two cloth masks for everyone. We will collect and launder masks daily for students in grades K-5. We also have a stock of disposable masks. If a student finds a face covering that is more comfortable for them, they may bring their own.
This goes back a while. "Bluford" High School is featured in this months Basketball Museum of Illinois magazine.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/823169/Basketball_Museum_of_Illinois_August_2020.pdf
We have something special added to the meal deliveries today! Thank you Frey Farms for the donation for our families.
There will be a junior high softball open field on Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00.
The after school program through the YMCA is still on for this year. Details are provided in the registration material attached.
Sam Settle is going to be conducting a Free Hunter Safety Education course at Bluford USD on August 7 from 6-9 pm and August 8 from 8 am - 4 pm. Space is limited to 40 people, masks must be worn and social distancing will be required. Call 732-8242 to register.
Webber High School will be hosting a freshman orientation on Monday, August 10 in the high school gym. Students whose last name begins A-L should come at 5:00 pm. Those whose last name begins M-Z should come at 6:30 pm. For questions call 732-8242.
One of our projects over the last couple of months was upgrading the jr. high classrooms with the help of excess Title funds. New seating and upgraded technology including digital displays that interact with an iPad similar to the way a Smartboard would. We are ready to have kids back in this new learning environment!
The district is selling these shipping containers. They are available first come, first served, and as is. Three 20' are available for $1,750 each. One 40' is available for $2,500. The buyer is responsible for moving them. If interested call 732-8242.
Bluford USD #318 is hosting a Substitute Teacher Orientation to review policies and procedures for the 2020-21 school year. Any substitute teachers registered or willing to register in ROE 13 are invited to attend.
Boys Jr. High baseball open field for tonight, Thursday July 23, has been canceled due to wet grounds. Next scheduled event will be tryouts July 30 and 31.
With the wet conditions, junior high softball open field has been canceled again. The next scheduled open field is next Tuesday from 6:00 - 7:30.
Jr. High boys baseball tryouts will be Thursday, July 30 at 4 to 6 pm and Friday , July 31 from 5 to 7 pm. All boys entering grades 5 to 8 interested in trying out should attend. Tryouts will be conducted at the high school baseball field.
The 2020-2021 student handbook is ready and available to view at the link below.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/813351/2020-2021_Student_Handbook__1_.pdf
As we transition back to in person student attendance in August, one way we will work to keep students safe is to properly sanitize areas where students gather between each group of students. The district has purchased electrostatic sprayers to help with the sanitation process.
With the rain, the junior high softball open field scheduled for today is cancelled. They will try again tomorrow from 6:00 - 7:30. Incoming fourth grade girls are welcome to attend.
2020 BGS/WHS graduation videos are in and ready for pickup! Feel free to stop by or call the office (732-8242) to arrange pick up or delivery. The videos may also be viewed on YouTube by using the following links:
Grade School
https://youtu.be/Hhl1PMCaejs
High School
https://youtu.be/IgCYQP0tofc
