Terrence Talley is BACK
๐ถ 10 Talents LIVE in Concert featuring Terrance Talley ๐ถ
Join us for an inspiring night with Terrence Talley, who visited our school last year and shared an encouraging message that our students absolutely loved!
๐ February 4th
โฐ 6:30 PM
๐ BHRA Wilcox Gym
๐ฒ FREE admission
๐จโ๐งโ๐ฆ The community is welcome!
๐ Meet Terrence Talley: https://terrencetalley.com/video
(Students were presented "Who's Your Hero?" last year.)
We look forward to seeing you there for an uplifting evening of music, talent, and encouragement. ๐
๐ถ 10 Talents LIVE in Concert featuring Terrance Talley ๐ถ
Join us for an inspiring night with Terrence Talley, who visited our school last year and shared an encouraging message that our students absolutely loved!
๐ February 4th
โฐ 6:30 PM
๐ BHRA Wilcox Gym
๐ฒ FREE admission
๐จโ๐งโ๐ฆ The community is welcome!
๐ Meet Terrence Talley: https://terrencetalley.com/video
(Students were presented "Who's Your Hero?" last year.)
We look forward to seeing you there for an uplifting evening of music, talent, and encouragement. ๐

Looking for a last minute Christmas gift for your young inventor? Use promo code WRAP30 by 12/31 to save $30 off a Camp Invention registration for summer 2026! Students need to be current kindergarten through 5th graders to attend Camp the week of May 26-29. All schools welcome! For more information on Camp Invention, go to https://www.invent.org.

Hot Chocolate, pajamas, and a front-row seat to the BHRA Dance Team! โ๏ธ๐โจ
Thank you so much to the BHRA dance team members for coming by yesterday to perform their Polar Express routine! You brought so much joy and energy to our last day of school.
Have a great winter break, everyone! โ๏ธ๐

Get your calendars out! The BHES/BHJH/BHRA 26-27 Dates to Remember is here!
https://aptg.co/fG30lt
Edited: Homecoming Parade is Friday, October 9th

BHES/BHJH/BHRA will utlilize an e-learning day tomorrow, December 15th, 2025, due to road conditions, cold, and wind gusts. Please watch for an email from your building administrator for further instructions.

โจ Family Glow Raffle โ Join the Fun! โจ
The Bismarck Menโs Club is hosting their Family Glow Raffle on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 โ and itโs an event you wonโt want to miss!
๐ $10 per person โ All ages welcome!
๐ Doors open: 5:45 PM
๐ Game starts: 6:30 PM
๐ Refreshments (pizza, soda, & water) will be available for purchase to keep the fun going!
The Bismarck Menโs Club pours all proceeds right back into our community โ sponsoring things like the Bismarck street dance & fireworks, scholarships for BHRA students, and so much more. ๐
Come out, have some glow-in-the-dark fun, and support a group that supports us! โจ
The Bismarck Menโs Club is hosting their Family Glow Raffle on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 โ and itโs an event you wonโt want to miss!
๐ $10 per person โ All ages welcome!
๐ Doors open: 5:45 PM
๐ Game starts: 6:30 PM
๐ Refreshments (pizza, soda, & water) will be available for purchase to keep the fun going!
The Bismarck Menโs Club pours all proceeds right back into our community โ sponsoring things like the Bismarck street dance & fireworks, scholarships for BHRA students, and so much more. ๐
Come out, have some glow-in-the-dark fun, and support a group that supports us! โจ

BHES Holiday Dress Up Days for next week December 15th through December 19th!

Today is the day! Crowdfunding lets our community come together to support future innovators, one small gift at a time. Every contribution helps reduce costs for families and opens the door for more kids to experience the hands-on creativity of Camp Invention. And TODAY, on Giving Tuesday, every donation is DOUBLED! Help us spark creativity, problem-solving, and confidence in even more kids. ๐โจ(Camp Invention is May 26-29 for current K-5th graders.)
give.classy.org/CIL140159126

Crowdfunding lets our community come together to support future innovators, one small gift at a time. Every contribution helps reduce costs for families and opens the door for more kids to experience the hands-on creativity of Camp Invention. And on Giving Tuesday (12/2), every donation is doubled! Helping us spark creativity, problem-solving, and confidence in even more kids. ๐โจ(Camp Invention is May 26-29 for current K-5th graders.)
give.classy.org/CIL140159126.
give.classy.org/CIL140159126.

Here is a reminder about the BHES Veteran's Day Program! Sign up soon!
BHES will proudly host our Veterans Day Program on Tuesday, November 11th at 1:30 PM in the gymnasium. This is a special event to recognize and honor the brave men and women who have served or are currently serving in our military.
We would love to celebrate our local veterans and active service members! If you or someone you know plans to attend, please contact our office at 217-759-7251 or email Mr. Foster at tfoster@bismarck.k12.il.us
.
Be sure to include your name, branch of service, and years served so we can properly honor you.
๐ฝ๏ธ Lunch for our veterans and their guests will be served at 1:00 PM in the cafeteria before the ceremony.
Letโs come together as a community to show our appreciation and gratitude for those whoโve sacrificed so much for our freedom. โค๏ธ๐
BHES will proudly host our Veterans Day Program on Tuesday, November 11th at 1:30 PM in the gymnasium. This is a special event to recognize and honor the brave men and women who have served or are currently serving in our military.
We would love to celebrate our local veterans and active service members! If you or someone you know plans to attend, please contact our office at 217-759-7251 or email Mr. Foster at tfoster@bismarck.k12.il.us
.
Be sure to include your name, branch of service, and years served so we can properly honor you.
๐ฝ๏ธ Lunch for our veterans and their guests will be served at 1:00 PM in the cafeteria before the ceremony.
Letโs come together as a community to show our appreciation and gratitude for those whoโve sacrificed so much for our freedom. โค๏ธ๐

BHES will proudly host our Veterans Day Program on Tuesday, November 11th at 1:30 PM in the gymnasium. This is a special event to recognize and honor the brave men and women who have served or are currently serving in our military.
We would love to celebrate our local veterans and active service members! If you or someone you know plans to attend, please contact our office at 217-759-7251 or email Mr. Foster at tfoster@bismarck.k12.il.us
.
Be sure to include your name, branch of service, and years served so we can properly honor you.
๐ฝ๏ธ Lunch for our veterans and their guests will be served at 1:00 PM in the cafeteria before the ceremony.
Letโs come together as a community to show our appreciation and gratitude for those whoโve sacrificed so much for our freedom. โค๏ธ๐
We would love to celebrate our local veterans and active service members! If you or someone you know plans to attend, please contact our office at 217-759-7251 or email Mr. Foster at tfoster@bismarck.k12.il.us
.
Be sure to include your name, branch of service, and years served so we can properly honor you.
๐ฝ๏ธ Lunch for our veterans and their guests will be served at 1:00 PM in the cafeteria before the ceremony.
Letโs come together as a community to show our appreciation and gratitude for those whoโve sacrificed so much for our freedom. โค๏ธ๐

Camp Invention returns to Bismarck next summer, and registration is officially OPEN! See the flyer for details and multiple opportunities to save. Grab a friend and come to the best week of the summer!

Our third and fourth graders have been working on developing their own unique gymnastics routines in PE. They have to include travel moves, balances, and a jump. Our students did an excellent job collaborating with their peers and helping each other! ๐








Current kindergarten through 5th grade parents: Just a few days left to save $50 on your childโs Camp Invention registration for next summer! โณ
Donโt miss the all-new adventures coming in 2026 by securing your spot today and using code CAMP2026 by 9/30 to save. Hurry, find a camp near you! https://www.invent.org/program-search
Donโt miss the all-new adventures coming in 2026 by securing your spot today and using code CAMP2026 by 9/30 to save. Hurry, find a camp near you! https://www.invent.org/program-search

2nd Shift Custodian Wanted!
Contact Jim Ribbe if interested.
Contact Jim Ribbe if interested.

We had an absolute blast on Thursday with Finley Farms during our Hayride Day! Each class enjoyed a lap around town enjoying the beautiful weather.
Thank you to Kyle and Carol Finley for setting up the coolest hayride setup imaginable! Also, a huge thank you to the BHES Parent's Club volunteers that hitched a ride with the teachers and students throughout the day.
Thank you to Kyle and Carol Finley for setting up the coolest hayride setup imaginable! Also, a huge thank you to the BHES Parent's Club volunteers that hitched a ride with the teachers and students throughout the day.

๐ฎโโ๏ธโจ Please help us give a warm Blue Devil welcome to our new School Resource Officer, John McFarland! โจ๐ฎโโ๏ธ
Officer McFarland is here to support our students, staff, and families by building strong connections and helping keep our school safe. Weโre excited to have him as part of the Blue Devil family! ๐
#BlueDevilPride #WelcomeOfficerMcFarland
Officer McFarland is here to support our students, staff, and families by building strong connections and helping keep our school safe. Weโre excited to have him as part of the Blue Devil family! ๐
#BlueDevilPride #WelcomeOfficerMcFarland

๐ Exciting news at BHES! ๐
We are thrilled to announce that BHES has been awarded a grant from the American Heart Association! โค๏ธ Thanks to this generous support, our school will be installing a brand-new water fountain with a refillable water bottle dispenser. ๐ง
This upgrade will make it easier than ever for our students and staff to stay hydrated, promote healthy habits, and reduce plastic waste. ๐๐
A huge thank you to the American Heart Association for investing in the health and wellness of our school community! ๐ซ๐
@AmericanHeart @KidsHeartChallenge #KHCGrant
We are thrilled to announce that BHES has been awarded a grant from the American Heart Association! โค๏ธ Thanks to this generous support, our school will be installing a brand-new water fountain with a refillable water bottle dispenser. ๐ง
This upgrade will make it easier than ever for our students and staff to stay hydrated, promote healthy habits, and reduce plastic waste. ๐๐
A huge thank you to the American Heart Association for investing in the health and wellness of our school community! ๐ซ๐
@AmericanHeart @KidsHeartChallenge #KHCGrant

โจ What an incredible day at BHES! โจ
We were so thankful to welcome Ben and Crystal Woods to BHES. They kicked things off by inspiring the entire student body, then spent the day visiting classrooms to share the message of having open eyes, open hearts, and open hands to actively show kindness. ๐
Our students left encouraged, challenged, and excited to put kindness into action every single day. Thank you, Ben and Crystal, for pouring into our school community! ๐
And if youโd like to keep spreading kindness, check out their daughter Calla Lilyโs Slime Shop at www.lovelikecalla.com. You can learn more about the Woods' inspirational story by checking out their website at: https://www.lookoutfortheleftout.com/our-story ๐
#LookOutForTheLeftOut #KindnessInAction #BHES
We were so thankful to welcome Ben and Crystal Woods to BHES. They kicked things off by inspiring the entire student body, then spent the day visiting classrooms to share the message of having open eyes, open hearts, and open hands to actively show kindness. ๐
Our students left encouraged, challenged, and excited to put kindness into action every single day. Thank you, Ben and Crystal, for pouring into our school community! ๐
And if youโd like to keep spreading kindness, check out their daughter Calla Lilyโs Slime Shop at www.lovelikecalla.com. You can learn more about the Woods' inspirational story by checking out their website at: https://www.lookoutfortheleftout.com/our-story ๐
#LookOutForTheLeftOut #KindnessInAction #BHES





๐ Lunch On The Lawn is BACK! ๐
Mark your calendarsโstarting Friday, September 5th through Friday, September 26th, families are invited to join us each Friday in September for Lunch On The Lawn! ๐ฟ๐
โจ Bring your lunch (or grab one from the cafeteria) and enjoy eating with your student during their regular lunch period. Itโs the perfect chance to share a meal, make memories, and soak up some sunshine.
๐ Be sure to check the instructions on the second picture for details, and donโt hesitate to contact the BHES office if you have any questions.
๐ซ Please note: Students must return to class after their lunch period and are not permitted to leave school once lunch is over.
We canโt wait to see families out on the lawn! ๐
Mark your calendarsโstarting Friday, September 5th through Friday, September 26th, families are invited to join us each Friday in September for Lunch On The Lawn! ๐ฟ๐
โจ Bring your lunch (or grab one from the cafeteria) and enjoy eating with your student during their regular lunch period. Itโs the perfect chance to share a meal, make memories, and soak up some sunshine.
๐ Be sure to check the instructions on the second picture for details, and donโt hesitate to contact the BHES office if you have any questions.
๐ซ Please note: Students must return to class after their lunch period and are not permitted to leave school once lunch is over.
We canโt wait to see families out on the lawn! ๐


