Bloomington Public Schools District 87

🚨 NEW: D87 CLEAR BAG POLICY! 🚨
D87 is introducing a Clear Bag Policy for all ticketed (paid) sporting events at BJHS and BHS. 🏈🏐🏊‍♀️🏀 This policy is designed to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for EVERYONE.
Here’s what you need to know:
✅ Permitted Items:
Clear Bags (12” x 6” x 12” max)
Clutch Bags (no larger than 4.5” x 7”)
EXCEPTIONS (subject to search): Diaper Bags, Camera Bags, Medical Items
🚫 Prohibited Items:
Non-clear bags larger than 4.5” x 7” (includes backpacks, purses, etc.)
Artificial noise makers
Pets 🐾
Weapons of any kind
Outside food & drinks
🎒 Need a D87-approved clear bag? You can purchase one for $10 at the BHS Athletic Office or the BJHS Main Office.
Let’s make this season safe and fun for all—show your #D87spirit and follow these new guidelines!

#ClearBagPolicy #D87Sports #GameDayReady #WeAreD87

🌟 Attendance Awareness Month Spotlight!
This month, we’re introducing our amazing Family Facilitators, who are helping every student become an Attendance H.E.R.O. (Here. Everyday. Ready. On-Time)! 🎉 First up is Nancy Sanchez, who works with the Bent Superstars!🌟
💬 What she loves about her role:
“I enjoy helping families and students in the best way possible.”
🎉 Fun Fact: Nancy is an avid runner! She’s completed over ten half marathons and four full marathons! This year, she’s gearing up for her fifth marathon in Memphis, TN to support St. Jude. 🏃‍♀️
🤝 Connection is Key:
Nancy believes in listening—sometimes a listening ear will make all the difference in making that connection with her superstars.
📢 Message to Families:
“I’m so excited and privileged to be working for you, the families of District 87. I will do everything I can to help YOU, and your little ones have a great school year!”
Let’s cheer Nancy on as she helps every student shine as an Attendance H.E.R.O. this year! 🎉
#AttendanceHERO #BentSuperstars #WeAreD87

🏈🎉 Are you ready for some football?! 🎉🏈
Tonight, BHS takes on U-High at Hancock Stadium! Before heading out, here are some important details:

📌 BHS Students:
• Park in Parking 1 or Parking 2 (see map)
• Enter through Gate 4
• Bring your BHS Student ID
• Sit in Section 121
• Tickets are cash only – $4.00

📌 Adult Spectators:
• Park in N or S Lots
• Use Gate 1 or Gate 4 to enter
• Sit in Sections 122 & 123
• Tickets are cash only – $6.00

Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the Raiders! 🎯💥

#GameDay #GoRaiders #WeAreD87

🦈💙 Fins Up at Sheridan! Yesterday, Sheridan kicked off the first Shark Wear Wednesday of the year in style! Thanks to some amazing local sponsors, every Sheridan student received a brand-new Fins Up t-shirt to show off their Shark pride. The Sharks celebrated with an all-school assembly featuring a performance by the BHS dance team, who also shared an inspiring message about kindness and respect.

What a fintastic way to start the year—here’s to more Shark Wear Wednesday fun ahead! 🦈🎉

A special shoutout to the BHS Dance Team and the sponsors for making this day possible:
➡️ Sullivan Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
➡️ Digger's Again
➡️ First Mid Bank & Trust
➡️ Eastland Companion Animal Hospital

#FinsUp #SharkWearWednesday #WeAreD87

Today, the kindergarteners at Washington had a special visit from the Bloomington Fire Department! They learned about fire safety, enjoyed a storytime session, and even got the chance to befriend a real-life firefighter! 🚒👨‍🚒📚

#FireSafety #CommunityHeroes #WeAreD87

🦸‍♀️Did you know that September is Attendance Awareness Month?
Our amazing D87 family facilitators have donned their superhero capes, aiming to make sure that every student becomes an Attendance H.E.R.O - Here. Everyday. Ready. On-Time. Let's all commit to making attendance a priority this month and beyond!
#AttendanceMatters #AttendanceHERO #WeAreD87

🎉 Happy Labor Day from D87! 🎉
Today, we take a moment to honor the hard work and achievements of workers across the nation.
On this Labor Day, we are grateful for our staff, educators, and supportive families who make it great to be in D87.
Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Labor Day! 🌟
#LaborDay #HonoringHardWork #WeAreD87

🔔Interested in learning English or know someone who is? D87 is hosting an Adult Education Class specifically designed for families and friends who want to learn English! 📚Join us for an informational session to learn more! This will be held at Irving School on Tuesday, September 2, at 5:30 pm. 🏫🕠
Please share this with any family or friends who could benefit from this free course🌐

#AdultEducation #EnglishLearning #LanguageInclusion #LearningTogether #WeAreD87

🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Education!
Dr. Mouser has been making surprise visits to classrooms at BHS to celebrate some amazing educators whose students scored above the national average on their AP exams last spring. It's quite the achievement and deserves recognition!
👏👏🏾👏🏼Applause to:
📚 Sara Poland for Calculus
📖 Mary Ross for English Language/Composition
✍️ Thomas Waterson for English Literature/Composition
🎼 Jarrett DeFields for Music Theory
📈 Niall Mulcahy and Kayla Smock for Precalculus
🇺🇸 Rich Baldwin for US Government
Thank you for your commitment, and a heartfelt thank you to ALL our educators and staff who dedicate themselves to our students' success every day!
#ExcellenceInEducation #TopAPScores #Congrats #WeAreD87

🦈💙 Cute Classroom Moment Alert!
Teamwork in action! Two students in Mrs. Mizell's class at Sheridan were spotted working together in math centers today—learning is always better together! 🧮✨
#ClassroomMoments #Teamwork #WeAreD87

🎉 This weekend was a double whammy for D87 at Miller Park! D87 was representing at the Cultural Fest, connecting with students and community members, as well as some exciting games of bags against D87 staff members, including Dr. Mouser himself!

But that's not all— the iMPACT picnic brought our multilingual parent advisory council together for a day filled with laughter, food, and great company! The spirit and unity of the D87 community were in the spotlight at Miller Park this weekend!

#CulturalFest #iMPACTPicnic #CommunityVibes #WeAreD87

Looking for something to do today? Come by the Cultural Fest at Miller Park and make sure to stop by the D87 tent to say hi!

🌫️🌅 Despite the foggy start to the morning, nothing could dampen the spirits of our BHS seniors! They gathered on the football field for the tradition of Senior Sunrise 🌞. Way to go, class of 2026—your final year is off to a beautiful and memorable start!

#SeniorSunrise #ClassOf2026 #WeAreD87

🚌 Our littlest learners are not just having a blast at school, they're also getting the hang of their dismissal routine like champs! Here's to our adorable Rookies embracing learning and routines with smiles, all thanks to the awesome Raymond staff! Go Rookies! 🐶
#LittleLearners #RaymondRookies #WeAreD87

🌟 The Promise Council's caring adults have been all over these past couple of days! Students at BHS, BJHS, and Oakland were greeted with smiles, waves, high-fives, and lots of positive encouragement and well wishes for an amazing school year!🙌

A huge THANK YOU to the Promise Council and all our community members for their continued support and care for our D87 students! 💜💛

Here’s to a school year filled with success, positivity, and growth! 🎒✨

#PromiseCouncil #BackToSchool2025 #WeAreD87

📢 We're Hiring: Paraprofessionals!

👨‍🏫👩‍🏫 We are off and running! It has been a fantastic start to the school year! But our mission continues as we seek passionate individuals ready to make a difference in the lives of our D87 students.

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now: By visiting district87.org or expressing your interest directly through our employment interest form at https://bit.ly/3XLcsrC.

🌱 Join us at D87, where every day is an opportunity to inspire, support, and grow.

#MakeADifference #WeAreD87

🎓 Introducing the Class of 2029! 🎉
The freshman class came together on the BHS football field for a class photo! Once a Raider, Always a Raider! 🏆
#ClassOf2029 #FirstDay #BHSRaiderPride #WeAreD87

🎉🏫 Bloomington Career Academy is Open! Today marked the "grand opening" of the BCA! Students are finally filling the building and getting familiar with their brand-new learning spaces.

👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 The BCA staff also took a moment to pose together in their new work home – a big step for the team as they kick off this exciting chapter.

📸It’s great to see both staff and students settling in- check out the team photo and see students exploring their new digs!

#BloomingtonCareerAcademy #GrandOpening #NewSpaces #WeAreD87