Staunton Community Unit School District No. 6

Staunton Families: If you haven't had an opportunity to complete the 5Essentials Survey, please take a moment to help us in organizing our schools for improvement by sharing your insight. Survey Link: https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/login/ The final day to take the survey is March 31st. We appreciate your support! More information about the survey can be located on the district's website. #BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

Jr High Track & Field Spirit Wear! Click on the link below. https://stores.inksoft.com/terrier_track_field/shop/home

Please read the important memo regarding the 5K.

The Staunton School District is accepting bids on the following items that were declared surplus: 2 School Buses and 1 Commercial Refrigerator. Information on the bid process can be found at this link: https://www.stauntonschools.org/documents/bids-%26-surplus-sales/375083 All bids are due by Wednesday, April 12, 2023 to the Superintendent's Office. Staunton CUSD #6 reserves the right to reject all bids.

Below is the message that was given to the seniors yesterday. They will receive the forms today in their English class. They DO NOT need to be at school on April 12th. In order for it to count as an attendance day, they will need to follow the below instructions and fill out their form and return it to the office on April 13th. Failure to do so will result in the student being marked absent. April 12th is PSAT/SAT testing day for grades 9-11. Seniors do not need to come to school on that day, but in order for you not to be counted as absent, you need to use it to job shadow in an area you are interested in, visit a college or trade school, or do some act of community service. You will receive a form in your English class. When you return to school on the 13th, you will need to have the form with you and turn it into the office or Mrs. Thomas, so that you are not counted absent.

SJHS Families- Please see the message from Mr. Kolesar regarding the 5K Challenge, which is scheduled for this Friday, March 24. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Txi_hAK0nSc_tuWVKuAbARAMGX_F_OFO/view?usp=share_link

The Board of Education was thrilled to recognize many talented students at their March meeting! They included 3rd - 12th grade participants in the olympiad competition, top members of the varsity scholastic bowl team, and the members of the high school girls’ basketball team. Great work by these students and congratulations on your achievements! #BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

SJHS Families - Please see the attached link to view a letter from Mr. Pirok regarding state testing, which will begin on Monday, March 20 and run through Thursday, March 23. This letter was also sent via email. Couple of student reminders to highlight: -get a good night's sleep -eat a healthy breakfast -encourage students to put forth their best effort -bring wired earbuds/headphones -charge your Chromebook each night https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CZQs_kgLDHtMBx-UXrhYfeBohQ8WDmDj/view?usp=share_link

PRESCHOOL SCREENINGS CALLING ALL 3 & 4 YEAR OLDS Staunton Elementary School will conduct annual preschool screenings for the 2022-2023 school year on April 11, 12, 13, & 14. This is a free developmental screening for all preschool children who will not be eligible to attend Kindergarten in the fall and will be three (3) years old on or before September 1, 2023. Parents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to identify their child's strengths as well as weaknesses in the areas of fine and gross motor skills, concepts, and communication. Vision and hearing will also be screened. Parents will be asked to complete a parent interview form covering early development. It may be helpful to bring the child's baby book. Parents will be informed of their child's performance immediately following the screening. The school's goal is to assist parents in determining that their child will be ready for Kindergarten and will be able to make the most of future school experiences. To be eligible for any preschool services, children must participate in a screening and proof of income must be provided. To schedule an appointment, please call the Staunton Elementary School at (618) 635-3831 as soon as possible. Appointments must be made in advance. Please bring in any of the following as proof of income for the state: Income Tax Forms Your last, most recent two pay stubs • Proof of WIC Proof of SNAP benefits Wages and Tax Statement (most recent W-2) • Verification letter from employer **Preschool for All Children (3-5) programs are being funded on a competitive basis. Staunton CUSD #6 will conduct screenings in anticipation of funding of our proposal by the Illinois State Board of Education.

What an EXCITING weekend for terrier volleyball! The Staunton 7th grade volleyball team successfully clinched the 2nd place title at IESA state!! What an accomplishment for these ladies, Coach Weller, and Assistant Coach Lucykow! This team has a lot to be proud of as class 3A runner-ups, and we are certainly proud of them! Great season, terriers!!! #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

The Sophomore Class of 2025 is currently having a fundraiser to help them make money for their class trip and to help pay for Prom as juniors. The fundraiser is "Cards for a Cause." They are awesome to have around the house because you have a great storage container for your cards that you already have on hand, plus you have the cards that come in the box. Each card is individually wrapped and embellished. If you are interested, please email kreinhardt@stauntonschools.org and we can get your order added to the list! Money is due upon the time of order!

Senior parents, If you have not filled out the FAFSA for your students, please do so. It is a state requirement for graduation. If you need help with this, please contact the school and we will assist you. Thanks!

Staunton Families: Friendly reminder IDPH Dental Exam Forms are due to school May 15, 2023. Dental exams are valid for 18 months from examination date. If you have any questions please call the Health Office at 618-635-3838 x253. Here is a link to the IDPH form: http://www.idph.state.il.us/HealthWellness/oralhlth/DentalExamProof10.pdf

Staunton Families, Due to current road conditions any buses transporting students home may be slightly delayed. Thank you for your patience. #LeadChallengeAchieve

Staunton CUSD #6 Families: At the February Board of Education Meeting, the 2023-2024 Calendar was approved. Please click the link below to access the calendar for next school year. Calendar Link: https://5il.co/1ppvk #BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

The Staunton Board of Education Spotlight at the February meeting recognized the achievements of our high school students who were selected to participate in the All-State Band and Choir Program and the Jr. High Boys’ Basketball Teams on an outstanding season! Congratulations students! #BulldogPride #TerrierPride #LeadChallengeAchieve

Due to a lack of student interest, we have canceled the fan bus for the girls basketball game tonight. At this time only 6 students have signed up. We needed at least 20-25.

Vote for Haris for player of the week. Go to sj-r.com and vote for Haris Legendre!!!! We can do this Staunton!!!!

Vote for Haris for player of the week. Go to sj-r.com and vote for Haris Legendre!!!! We can do this Staunton!!!!

We are offering a fan bus for the high school students who would like to watch and cheer on our Girls' Basketball team on Tuesday 2/21. The cost is $5, and the sign-up sheet is in the office. We need a minimum of 25 students to sign up.