Bismarck-Henning Elementary School

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 170 of our school year. Today is Friday May 17th We will have one final Lunch on the Lawn today during each lunch period. We have our final Fuzzy Friday to honor our Fourth Grade students today Our last day of school with students is May 23rd. This day will be an 11:30 dismissal for students. This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. BHES has implemented changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Pull Apart Donut Holes OR Chocolate Donut Holes String Cheese Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Turkey & Cheese Wrap Baked Lays Green Peppers w/Dip Blueberries Milk Fun Fact Did you know that dragons really exist on Earth? There are actually seven types of dragons that are alive today. The largest one is the Komodo Dragon which is the world’s largest lizard. Another is the Leafy Seadragon which is a type of seahorse that lives in the ocean. There are also bearded dragons, blue dragon sea slugs, draco lizards, Chinese Water Dragons, and the Dragon Millipede. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

Help us in congratulating our very own Mr. Watson! He received the IASA Superintendent of Distinction Award today in Springfield. Superintendents of Distinction are selected by their peers from their region based on leadership, communication, professionalism, and community involvement. We couldn't agree more and are so appreciative of Mr. Watson's dedication, loyalty, and exemplary leadership for our district.

Camp Invention is right around the corner (5/28-5/31)! Check out what your student will be doing at this amazing camp hosted at Bismarck Henning Junior High for any incoming 1st-6th graders in the area. Please email Aubrey Carpenter, camp director, at acarpenter@bismarck.k12.il.us if you are interested in signing your child(ren) up but would appreciate a bit of financial assistance. Otherwise, just Google "Camp Invention" to register for our 2024 program: Illuminate!

Today we had our 2nd Annual 4th Grade Track Meet! Students participated in 7 events - 100 m dash, (low) hurdles, discus (frisbee throw), shot put (with a softball), long jump, student choice long distance race, and 4x100 meter relay. Once the rain went away it was an amazing day and students did great! A HUGE shout-out goes to staff, parents, and BHRA alumni and seniors for helping out! 💙

Bismarck Henning Elementary School was invited to Danville District 118's annual First Grade Math Challenge this year! We took three teams consisting of a total of 10 first graders to DHS this morning to compete in the challenge, along with three amazing BHRA students as helpers. All students earned a medal and proudly sported their new "Cool kids love math" shirts as they represented their school well at the challenge.

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 168 of our school year. Today is Wednesday May 15th Friday morning I will be serving donuts at breakfast for students who earned Warm Fuzzies during the last Fuzzy Friday. This students are Leah Martin, Jase Jackson, Myla Merrill, Lottie Wright, Richie Hale, Lukas Adams, Jaxon Richards, Jack Clodfelter, Evan Redenbaugh, Camber Atwell, Hunter Reardon, Hunter Rutan, Brantley Knoles, William Brumett, Eastyn Powell, Asher Foster, Marlen Paramo-Juarez, Kingston Williams, Winnie Warren, Raelynn Curry-Varner, Kinsley Rather, Brigg O’Connell, Colt Davis, Mia Carpenter, Cooper Haugen, Piper Antonini, Caidyn Long, Forrest Moody, and Rowan Chappell We will have one final Lunch on the Lawn this Friday during each lunch period. We have our final Fuzzy Friday to honor our Fourth Grade students this Friday Our last day of school with students is May 23rd. This day will be an 11:30 dismissal for students. This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. BHES has implemented changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Mini Pancakes Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Mexican Pizza Chip & Salsa Mixed Fruit Milk Fun Fact Did you know that Illinois was founded on December 8th, 1818? Illinois was the 21st state to join the country. Illinois was also the first state to ratify the 13th amendment which officially ended slavery in the United States. Our state’s nickname is the Prairie State. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 167 of our school year. Today is Tuesday May 14th We will have one final Lunch on the Lawn this Friday during each lunch period. We have our final Fuzzy Friday to honor our Fourth Grade students this Friday Our last day of school with students is May 23rd. This day will be an 11:30 dismissal for students. This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. BHES has implemented changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Blueberry Bread Colby Jack Cheese Cubes Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Hot dog on a bun Celery & carrots w/dip Applesauce sleeves and raisins Milk Fun Fact Did you know that armadillos are nocturnal? Armadillos can roll themselves into a ball for defense. Armadillos stick their tongues out to eat and can eat over one thousand ant in one meal. Armadillos live and hide in burrows and will dive into any burrow they are near, even if it is not their own. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 166 of our school year. Today is Monday May 13th This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. BHES has implemented changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Cinnamon Roll Goldfish Crackers Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Orange Chicken Vegetable Fried Rice Pineapple Chocolate Fudge Cookie Milk Fun Fact Did you know that mountain lions are considered one of the big cat species? The other cats in this group are lions, tigers, cheetahs, leopards, and jaguars. Mountain lions do not roar but do make a loud screaming noise. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

We spent today running in memory of legendary BHES principal, Laura Girton! Mileage Club and The Fun Run were some of her favorite BHES events and we are thankful our Parents Club helps us continue these traditions! It ended up being a beautiful day to run! 🏃🏼‍♀️ 🏃🏻 ☀️

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 165 of our school year. Today is Friday May 10th This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. This Friday is the annual Laura K. Girton Fun Run. We will start at 1:00 on the black top near the playground. BHES has implemented changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Cereal Bar String Cheese Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Chicken Patty on a Bun Green Beans Strawberries Sugar Cookie Milk Fun Fact Did you know that state pets are shelter cats and dogs? Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

We wrapped up our baseball unit in PE today! ⚾️ We had stations inside and we took advantage of nice weather days and played some ball games outside! We even had a friend get creative and become a cheerleader! 🤭 #playball

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 163 of our school year. Today is Wednesday May 8th This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. This Friday is the annual Laura K. Girton Fun Run. We will start at 1:00 on the black top near the playground. BHES has implemented changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Breakfast Bagel Pizza Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Walking Taco Spanish Rice Pineapple Milk Fun Fact Did you know that walrus tusks can grow to be almost three feet long? Walruses use their tusks to break through ice, pull their body up out of the water, and to dig in the ground. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 162 of our school year. Today is Tuesday May 7th This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. Today two students get to travel to DACC with Mr. Click to be recognized for their outstanding example as students and as students who demonstrate what we expect here at BHES. Those two students are Emma Claypool and Zaiden Merrel BHES will be implementing changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Banana Bread String Cheese Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Ravioli Bosco Stick Green Beans Pears Milk Fun Fact Did you know that wolves raise their young in dens? These dens can be all sorts of openings in the ground such as spaces under trees and old burrows from other animals. Wolves are also diurnal which means they are mostly active during the day. Wolves also hunt in packs which require them to work as a team to catch their food. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 161 of our school year. Today is Monday May 6th This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. BHES will be implementing changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Waffle Bites Sausage Links Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Chicken & Cheese Crispito Corn Peaches Fig Newton Milk Fun Fact Did you know that the state wildflower is milkweed? These plants are important nectar sources for pollinators and are vital to the larval stage of the monarch butterfly. Most of them have sap that is white and milky. Milkweed plants contain cardiac glycosides. These chemicals are poisonous and affect birds and mammals. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

This is a reminder that tomorrow, May 6th, BHES will be implementing changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. We are making these changes with consultation from our School Resource Office in an attempt to improve safety for our students. Please take time to review and familiarize yourself with the written directions and the maps provided for the specific changes to our route and routines for student arrival and dismissal. Walk Arrival and Dismissal: -Procedures for walkers crossing the street with Miss Jane at arrival and dismissal will remain unchanged. Staff will continue to be stationed at the main entrance to admit students at 7:50. Car Rider Arrival: -Car riders will be dropped off on the East Side of the building along N Chicago, where buses used to drop off. -Cars should turn off of North St or proceed ahead from the intersection of North and N Chicago if traveling south on N Chicago. -Cars must not block the intersection of N Chicago and North St. -Cars will be directed not to turn and head north from Holloway onto N Chicago. -Before 7:50, cars should avoid blocking entrances to staff parking lots or neighborhood driveways. -After dropping off their student, cars should remain in line and not pass others to ensure student safety. -Any car riders arriving after 8:10 must check in with the office at the front entrance. Students arriving after this time will be considered tardy to school. Car Rider Dismissal: -Car riders will be picked up on the East Side of the building along N Chicago, where buses used to pick up students. -Cars should turn off of North St or proceed ahead from the intersection of North and N Chicago if traveling south on N Chicago. -Cars must not block the intersection of N Chicago and North St. -Cars will not be allowed to turn and head north from Holloway onto N Chicago during dismissal. -Cars will line up five to six at a time along N Chicago outside of PreK and the East Entrance, with cones provided for guidance. -Cars will be released in line order once all students are loaded. Cars should not pull out of line unless directed otherwise. -The Parents’ Club VIP parking spot remains unaffected, and winners can pick up their students from the designated spot in front of the building. Bus Rider Arrival: -Buses will unload students in front of the school along Holloway. -Five to six buses will unload as soon as they arrive, with additional buses pulling off of S Chicago onto -Holloway to load after the first set leaves. -Students will enter and either proceed to their classroom or head to breakfast. -Staff will be stationed at the main entrance to admit bus riders at 7:50. -Bus Rider Dismissal: -Buses will load students in front of the school along Holloway. -Five to six buses will be loaded as soon as they arrive, with additional buses pulling off of S -Chicago onto Holloway to load after the first set leaves. -Staff serving as bus line monitors will walk their line of students to the appropriate bus. PreK Arrival and Dismissal: -Cars will now park on the blacktop to the north of the PreK classroom. -Parents should wait at cars with students until directed by Mrs. Thorlton to enter or leave. New Arrival Map- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-ljFseew-1jiXqWhmB9HdhdM76svJO_X/view?usp=sharing New Dismissal Map-https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FnvpuZg1JsTgQJxA1Evp466Tnb1GYPSB/view?usp=sharing

It's Camp Invention month!! We can't wait to end the school year celebrating together while we build, invent, create, and learn. The code FUN15 expires on 5/15, so don't delay! Camp alumni can use the code ALUMNI35 to save $35, and siblings can use the code SIBLOV30 to save $30 off of one additional sibling and SIBLOV40 to save $40 off the cost of another sibling. If you've been waiting to sign up, please do so soon so that we can add another instructor. We are close to our next goal! Check out the video to get a glimpse into Camp this year: https://youtu.be/HaOjSV45yTw

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 159 of our school year. Today is Thursday May 2nd This month for Character Counts will will be reviewing all the pillars of good character. As a reminder the six pillars of Character Counts are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship, and fairness. Take time to think about what behaviors you need to practice to help show that you understand those six parts of having good character. We have our next Fuzzy Friday this Friday for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders. We will be using this time as usual to recognize Warm Fuzzy winners for those that have demonstrated outstanding character and we’ll have fun with some dancing and games. On May 6th, BHES will be implementing changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Assorted Cereal Fruit Juice Milk Lunch CHOWHALL CHALLENGE Chicken Nuggets Curly Fries Peaches Lemon Icee Milk Fun Fact Did you know that the state tree is the White Oak? This is another symbol chosen by schoolchildren. In 1908 they had a choice between the oak, a maple, and an elm and they voted for the White Oak. White Oaks can grow to be over 100 feet tall and live 350 to 450 year. White oaks spread acorns which are their seeds to start new trees. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

Good morning We are so excited to begin day 157 of our school year. Today is Tuesday April 30th This month for Character Counts we will be talking about and going over tips over Trustworthiness. Someone who is trustworthy tells the truth, is honest, does not lie, and does not make excuses for their behavior. On May 6th, BHES will be implementing changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. Please refer to these maps for an overview of the changes as well as the instructions for more specific changes. Instructions for New Arrival and Dismissal Arrival map Dismissal map Blue Devils Summer Basketball Camp - Open to all incoming 3rd-8th graders. Early bird registration due May 31st, 2024. Information Flier /Registration Form / Waiver We all at BHES are so happy to see everyone come to school each day. Myself and all the teachers care about you all and want to make every day as awesome as we can. We're here to help you have fun, to learn, and to grow. We're here to help you be safe, be healthy, and be happy. Lunch link(https://www.bismarck.k12.il.us/o/elementary-school/dining) Breakfast for Next Morning Bagel w/ Cream Cheese Yogurt Cup Fruit Juice Milk Lunch Macaroni & Cheese Bosco Stick Peas Applesauce Milk Fun Fact Did you know that the state reptile is the painted turtle? A painted turtle’s shell is smooth and red, yellow, and black in color. These turtles can grow to be five to seven inches long. These turtles live in ponds, ditches, lakes, and streams. Painted turtles enjoy eating plants, insects, crayfish, small fish, and amphibians. Check out our schedule of events for the year here BHES Calendar of Important Events Our parents club is always looking for more participation. If you are interesting in learning more about what they do or about joining, please check out the following link.Parent’s Club link(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1455037061388924) Reminder! If your student will not be attending school for the day, please make sure you call the office and let us know. Please call us by 9am each day your student is absent. (A ClassDojo message is not enough since those sometimes go unread until later in the day). If your student will having any changes in their normal routine (leaving early, dismissal changes, etc.) please send a note to give to the teacher. This is an extremely important step to ensure we get out students where they need to be and to keep them safe.

BHES/BHJH/BHRA Phone lines are not working this morning. Please email your building with any questions or call-ins until we get things worked out. BHRA - jhuffman@bismarck.k12.il.us BHJH - abuyno@bismarck.k12.il.us BHES - vmurphy@bismarck.k12.il.us

Beginning May 6th, BHES will be implementing changes to our Bus Rider and Car Rider lines for both Arrival and Dismissal. We are making these changes with consultation from our School Resource Office in an attempt to improve safety for our students. Please refer to the written directions below and the maps provided for the specific changes to our route and routines for student arrival and dismissal. Walk Arrival and Dismissal: -Procedures for walkers crossing the street with Miss Jane at arrival and dismissal will remain unchanged. Staff will continue to be stationed at the main entrance to admit students at 7:50. Car Rider Arrival: -Car riders will be dropped off on the East Side of the building along N Chicago, where buses used to drop off. -Cars should turn off of North St or proceed ahead from the intersection of North and N Chicago if traveling south on N Chicago. -Cars must not block the intersection of N Chicago and North St. -Cars will be directed not to turn and head north from Holloway onto N Chicago. -Before 7:50, cars should avoid blocking entrances to staff parking lots or neighborhood driveways. -After dropping off their student, cars should remain in line and not pass others to ensure student safety. -Any car riders arriving after 8:10 must check in with the office at the front entrance. Students arriving after this time will be considered tardy to school. Car Rider Dismissal: -Car riders will be picked up on the East Side of the building along N Chicago, where buses used to pick up students. -Cars should turn off of North St or proceed ahead from the intersection of North and N Chicago if traveling south on N Chicago. -Cars must not block the intersection of N Chicago and North St. -Cars will not be allowed to turn and head north from Holloway onto N Chicago during dismissal. -Cars will line up five to six at a time along N Chicago outside of PreK and the East Entrance, with cones provided for guidance. -Cars will be released in line order once all students are loaded. Cars should not pull out of line unless directed otherwise. -The Parents’ Club VIP parking spot remains unaffected, and winners can pick up their students from the designated spot in front of the building. Bus Rider Arrival: -Buses will unload students in front of the school along Holloway. -Five to six buses will unload as soon as they arrive, with additional buses pulling off of S Chicago onto -Holloway to load after the first set leaves. -Students will enter and either proceed to their classroom or head to breakfast. -Staff will be stationed at the main entrance to admit bus riders at 7:50. -Bus Rider Dismissal: -Buses will load students in front of the school along Holloway. -Five to six buses will be loaded as soon as they arrive, with additional buses pulling off of S -Chicago onto Holloway to load after the first set leaves. -Staff serving as bus line monitors will walk their line of students to the appropriate bus. PreK Arrival and Dismissal: -Cars will now park on the blacktop to the north of the PreK classroom. -Parents should wait at cars with students until directed by Mrs. Thorlton to enter or leave. New Arrival Map- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-ljFseew-1jiXqWhmB9HdhdM76svJO_X/view?usp=sharing New Dismissal Map-https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FnvpuZg1JsTgQJxA1Evp466Tnb1GYPSB/view?usp=sharing