🏫 A New Space. A Shared Future. You’re Invited! Explore the Willie G. & Gloria Brown Education Center at our community open house!
Home to Sarah Raymond School of Early Education and the Bloomington Career Academy (BCA), these state-of-the-art facilities offer enhanced learning opportunities for D87 students—from our youngest learners to our oldest.
Step inside and see how D87 is creating new possibilities for all our students. Whether you’re a neighbor, parent, alumnus, or community partner, we’d love to welcome you!
📅 Wednesday, November 11, 2026
🕒 4pm-7pm
📍2309 E. Oakland Avenue
🔗 Learn more: https://www.district87.org/page/openhouse
#OpenHouse #D87United #WeAreD87
🎭✨ Lights, Camera… LAUGHTER! The BHS Theater Department proudly presents Neil Simon's Rumors! 🎭
Get ready for an evening of comedy and laughter as our talented BHS students take the stage!
📅 Thursday, November 12 – Saturday, November 14
🕖 7 PM each evening
📍 Bloomington High School
🎟️ Get your tickets today: https://bloom.booktix.com/
Come out and support our talented Raider performers! You won't want to miss it! 💜💛
#BHStheater #D87United #WeAreD87
🚀💥 Physics Has Never Been So Much Fun!
Mr. Chumbley's physics classes at BHS took learning to new heights as students explored rocket science and launched their very own rockets! 🚀
The challenge? Use science to predict how far their rockets would travel!
With data recorders inside their rockets, students collected real flight data and compared the results to their original predictions.
What a fun way to put physics into action and bring classroom learning to life!
👏 Way to go, Raider Rocket Scientists! 💜💛
#RaiderScientists #LearningInAction #D87United #WeAreD87
Mr. Chumbley's physics classes at BHS took learning to new heights as students explored rocket science and launched their very own rockets! 🚀
The challenge? Use science to predict how far their rockets would travel!
With data recorders inside their rockets, students collected real flight data and compared the results to their original predictions.
What a fun way to put physics into action and bring classroom learning to life!
👏 Way to go, Raider Rocket Scientists! 💜💛
#RaiderScientists #LearningInAction #D87United #WeAreD87
🏫💜💛 ONLY 3 DAYS AWAY!
Join us for our Community Open House and take a look inside the new spaces that are home to Sarah Raymond School of Early Education and the Bloomington Career Academy (BCA)!
From our youngest learners to our oldest, come see the exciting spaces and opportunities available to D87 students!
📅 Wednesday, November 11, 2026
🕓 4 PM – 7 PM
📍 2309 E. Oakland Avenue, Bloomington
Whether you're a D87 family, staff member, alumnus, neighbor or community partner, we'd love to see you there!
🔗 Learn more: https://www.district87.org/page/openhouse
#D87United #UnitedInPossibility #WeAreD87
Join us for our Community Open House and take a look inside the new spaces that are home to Sarah Raymond School of Early Education and the Bloomington Career Academy (BCA)!
From our youngest learners to our oldest, come see the exciting spaces and opportunities available to D87 students!
📅 Wednesday, November 11, 2026
🕓 4 PM – 7 PM
📍 2309 E. Oakland Avenue, Bloomington
Whether you're a D87 family, staff member, alumnus, neighbor or community partner, we'd love to see you there!
🔗 Learn more: https://www.district87.org/page/openhouse
#D87United #UnitedInPossibility #WeAreD87
🌾🦊 Exploring Wildlife and Agriculture!
Members of BJHS's Fusion Math & Science Club visited Wildlife Prairie Park in Peoria, Illinois!
As part of their Out of the Silo unit, these Knights have been learning about agriculture, farming, and its impact on the environment. During their visit, students explored native Illinois wildlife, observed animals up close, and learned what Illinois prairie land looked like before much of it was converted into farmland.
This field trip gave students the chance to bring their classroom learning to life while making connections between farming, wildlife, and Illinois' natural landscape! 🌿
#D87UnitedInAchievement #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #WeAreD87
Members of BJHS's Fusion Math & Science Club visited Wildlife Prairie Park in Peoria, Illinois!
As part of their Out of the Silo unit, these Knights have been learning about agriculture, farming, and its impact on the environment. During their visit, students explored native Illinois wildlife, observed animals up close, and learned what Illinois prairie land looked like before much of it was converted into farmland.
This field trip gave students the chance to bring their classroom learning to life while making connections between farming, wildlife, and Illinois' natural landscape! 🌿
#D87UnitedInAchievement #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #WeAreD87
💜💛Looking for something fun to do this weekend and a way to get ahead on your holiday shopping? 🛍️
Come out and support our amazing BHS Marching Raiders at the 2026 BHS Band Craft Show!
🗓️ When: Saturday, November 7th, 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 Where: BHS
Enjoy a day packed with:
✔️ Over 140 craft booths featuring handmade gifts and crafts
✔️ Delicious food
✔️ Family fun
Funds raised will directly support our Marching Raiders, who’ve had an incredible season! ❤️🎵
Don’t miss out—see you at the 2026 BHS Band Craft Show!
#BHSCraftShow #MarchingRaidersRock #D87United #WeAreD87
Come out and support our amazing BHS Marching Raiders at the 2026 BHS Band Craft Show!
🗓️ When: Saturday, November 7th, 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 Where: BHS
Enjoy a day packed with:
✔️ Over 140 craft booths featuring handmade gifts and crafts
✔️ Delicious food
✔️ Family fun
Funds raised will directly support our Marching Raiders, who’ve had an incredible season! ❤️🎵
Don’t miss out—see you at the 2026 BHS Band Craft Show!
#BHSCraftShow #MarchingRaidersRock #D87United #WeAreD87
💜💛 United in Culture: Learning Together at BJHS! 📚
At BJHS, staff are taking the lead in their own professional learning!
During their faculty meeting, educators participated in small learning groups focused on topics they selected themselves, with fellow staff members leading the conversations and sharing their expertise.
In December, staff will come together to celebrate their growth before starting another round of learning with new topics!
👏 What a great example of #D87UnitedInCulture—staff collaborating, sharing ideas and growing together!
#D87United #D87UnitedInCulture #WeAreD87
At BJHS, staff are taking the lead in their own professional learning!
During their faculty meeting, educators participated in small learning groups focused on topics they selected themselves, with fellow staff members leading the conversations and sharing their expertise.
In December, staff will come together to celebrate their growth before starting another round of learning with new topics!
👏 What a great example of #D87UnitedInCulture—staff collaborating, sharing ideas and growing together!
#D87United #D87UnitedInCulture #WeAreD87
💜💛 RAIDER FANS… ARE YOU READY FOR A NIGHT OUT?! 🎉
Please join the BHS Booster Club for their only fundraiser of the year on November 21st: RAIDER NIGHT OUT!
It's going to be a fun evening filled with dinner, drinks, a live auction, a drawdown raffle and raffle baskets—all while supporting our BHS Raiders! 💜All proceeds from this event help support BHS activities, including clubs, music, and athletics.
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Bloomington Moose Lodge | 614 IAA Drive, Bloomington
⏰ Doors open at 5 PM | Dinner around 6 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $25 per person
🔞 Adults only
Want to make it a group outing? Gather your fellow Raider fans and purchase a whole table at a discounted price!
🎟️ Get your tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/organizations/bhs-booster-club
Questions? Email bhsboostpres@gmail.com.
Let's come together for a fun night out and support our Raiders! 🙌💜💛
#RaiderNightOut2026 #BHSBoosterClub #D87UnitedInCulture #WeAreD87
Please join the BHS Booster Club for their only fundraiser of the year on November 21st: RAIDER NIGHT OUT!
It's going to be a fun evening filled with dinner, drinks, a live auction, a drawdown raffle and raffle baskets—all while supporting our BHS Raiders! 💜All proceeds from this event help support BHS activities, including clubs, music, and athletics.
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Bloomington Moose Lodge | 614 IAA Drive, Bloomington
⏰ Doors open at 5 PM | Dinner around 6 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $25 per person
🔞 Adults only
Want to make it a group outing? Gather your fellow Raider fans and purchase a whole table at a discounted price!
🎟️ Get your tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/organizations/bhs-booster-club
Questions? Email bhsboostpres@gmail.com.
Let's come together for a fun night out and support our Raiders! 🙌💜💛
#RaiderNightOut2026 #BHSBoosterClub #D87UnitedInCulture #WeAreD87
🏀📚 Learning from the Redbirds at Irving! ❤️🤍
Coach G and the ISU Women’s Basketball players stopped by to visit our 3rd graders and follow up on what they’ve been learning about active listening.
Students had the chance to practice their skills, ask questions, and get to know the players before the Education Day Game on November 17.
A HUGE thank you to Coach G and the Redbirds for taking the time to connect with our Mustangs, and we can’t wait to cheer on the Redbirds together! ❤️🤍
#ISURedbirds #D87United #WeAreD87
Coach G and the ISU Women’s Basketball players stopped by to visit our 3rd graders and follow up on what they’ve been learning about active listening.
Students had the chance to practice their skills, ask questions, and get to know the players before the Education Day Game on November 17.
A HUGE thank you to Coach G and the Redbirds for taking the time to connect with our Mustangs, and we can’t wait to cheer on the Redbirds together! ❤️🤍
#ISURedbirds #D87United #WeAreD87
🏃♀️🏃♂️ STATE BOUND! 💜💛
The BHS Girls Cross Country team is heading to the IHSA State Finals! 🎉
The Lady Raiders secured their spot at the IHSA State Finals with an impressive 3rd-place team finish at the Sectional in Metamora!
🏅 L. Hulsing led the way with a 3rd-place overall finish, while teammate J. Skeate earned a top-20 finish, placing 18th!
But the Raiders aren't done yet! 👏
🏃 BHS sophomore E. Hartman is also STATE BOUND after finishing 6th overall in the boys' race!
Congratulations to ALL our Raider runners! Best of luck at STATE! Let's go, Raiders! 💜💛
#StateBound #BHSCrossCountry #D87United #WeAreD87
The BHS Girls Cross Country team is heading to the IHSA State Finals! 🎉
The Lady Raiders secured their spot at the IHSA State Finals with an impressive 3rd-place team finish at the Sectional in Metamora!
🏅 L. Hulsing led the way with a 3rd-place overall finish, while teammate J. Skeate earned a top-20 finish, placing 18th!
But the Raiders aren't done yet! 👏
🏃 BHS sophomore E. Hartman is also STATE BOUND after finishing 6th overall in the boys' race!
Congratulations to ALL our Raider runners! Best of luck at STATE! Let's go, Raiders! 💜💛
#StateBound #BHSCrossCountry #D87United #WeAreD87
🎨👻 Creativity on Parade at Irving! 🎃
Last Friday, Mrs. Brinker’s art students showed off their creativity with a Halloween Art Parade!
The Mustangs put their imaginations to work, creating some awesome costumes and masks made entirely out of PAPER! ✂️🖍️
What a fun way to showcase their artistic talents and celebrate Halloween! Let's give a BIG round of applause to these creative Mustangs! 👏🎨
#IrvingMustangs #D87United #WeAreD87
Last Friday, Mrs. Brinker’s art students showed off their creativity with a Halloween Art Parade!
The Mustangs put their imaginations to work, creating some awesome costumes and masks made entirely out of PAPER! ✂️🖍️
What a fun way to showcase their artistic talents and celebrate Halloween! Let's give a BIG round of applause to these creative Mustangs! 👏🎨
#IrvingMustangs #D87United #WeAreD87
💜Celebrating Culture & Inclusion at BJHS!
When 7th-grade student monitor Skye Tutter began decorating the hallways for Halloween, someone suggested including decorations for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)—and Skye didn’t hesitate!
With input from bilingual students, Skye decorated the hallway to celebrate Día de los Muertos🩻.
It’s the little things that make a BIG difference! Skye's work is an awesome example of how our D87 staff go above and beyond to make sure every student feels valued and included.
Thank you, Skye, for taking the time to learn about and celebrate the cultures that make our schools so special!
Now THIS is #D87UnitedInCulture! 💜💛
#D87United #D87UnitedInCulture #WeAreD87
When 7th-grade student monitor Skye Tutter began decorating the hallways for Halloween, someone suggested including decorations for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)—and Skye didn’t hesitate!
With input from bilingual students, Skye decorated the hallway to celebrate Día de los Muertos🩻.
It’s the little things that make a BIG difference! Skye's work is an awesome example of how our D87 staff go above and beyond to make sure every student feels valued and included.
Thank you, Skye, for taking the time to learn about and celebrate the cultures that make our schools so special!
Now THIS is #D87UnitedInCulture! 💜💛
#D87United #D87UnitedInCulture #WeAreD87
🕶️🎤 DALE! It's PITBULLOWEEN at BHS! 🌎
Who needs Halloween when you can celebrate PITBULLOWEEN?! 😂
This year, BHS staff put their own spin on Halloween by dressing up as none other than Mr. Worldwide himself: Pitbull!
Today, about 45 Pitbulls were roaming the hallways and teaching classes at BHS! 😎
Our BHS staff sure know how to have fun and bring some extra laughs to the school day!
This was definitely a Pitbulloween for the books! 🙌
#Pitbulloween #RaiderCulture #D87UnitedInCulture #D87United #WeAreD87
Who needs Halloween when you can celebrate PITBULLOWEEN?! 😂
This year, BHS staff put their own spin on Halloween by dressing up as none other than Mr. Worldwide himself: Pitbull!
Today, about 45 Pitbulls were roaming the hallways and teaching classes at BHS! 😎
Our BHS staff sure know how to have fun and bring some extra laughs to the school day!
This was definitely a Pitbulloween for the books! 🙌
#Pitbulloween #RaiderCulture #D87UnitedInCulture #D87United #WeAreD87
🎃👻 Halloween fun at Irving's Trunk or Treat! 🐴🍬
Our Irving Mustangs came out dressed in their Halloween finest for a fun-filled evening of costumes, treats and community fun!
A HUGE thank you to all of our amazing community partners who helped make this event so special for our Mustangs and their families! 💜💛
#IrvingTrunkOrTreat #D87United #WeAreD87
🐦🦉 The Redbirds Meet the Owls! ❤️💚
Perfect weather + recess = kickball fun at Oakland! Members of the ISU Baseball Team took time out of their busy schedules to join the Oakland Owls for a fun kickball game during recess.
What an amazing opportunity for our students to connect, play, and have fun with local college athletes! 🙌
A HUGE thank you to ISU Redbirds Baseball for making recess extra special for our Owls! 🏃♂️⚾❤️💚
#OaklandOwlsRecessFun #ISURedbirdsBaseball #D87United #WeAreD87
Perfect weather + recess = kickball fun at Oakland! Members of the ISU Baseball Team took time out of their busy schedules to join the Oakland Owls for a fun kickball game during recess.
What an amazing opportunity for our students to connect, play, and have fun with local college athletes! 🙌
A HUGE thank you to ISU Redbirds Baseball for making recess extra special for our Owls! 🏃♂️⚾❤️💚
#OaklandOwlsRecessFun #ISURedbirdsBaseball #D87United #WeAreD87
🦎🐢 The Zoo Comes to Sheridan! 🐾
4th-grade Sharks had a WILD experience when Miller Park Zoo visited Sheridan! 🦈 Students got an up-close look at some incredible animals, were eager to ask questions, and even got to pet a few of the critters!
What a fun way to bring learning to life right in the classroom! 📚🐾
A BIG thank you to Miller Park Zoo for giving our Sharks this awesome experience! 💜💛
#ZooToYou #WildLearning #D87United #WeAreD87
4th-grade Sharks had a WILD experience when Miller Park Zoo visited Sheridan! 🦈 Students got an up-close look at some incredible animals, were eager to ask questions, and even got to pet a few of the critters!
What a fun way to bring learning to life right in the classroom! 📚🐾
A BIG thank you to Miller Park Zoo for giving our Sharks this awesome experience! 💜💛
#ZooToYou #WildLearning #D87United #WeAreD87
✨ Exploring Possibilities at BCA! 💜
The Bloomington Career Academy (BCA) welcomed sophomores from BHS and area high schools for its Career Expo, where students had the opportunity to explore the many programs and classes BCA has to offer, learn about courses they might be interested in taking next year, and discover how those opportunities can lead to future careers!
Current BCA students were also on hand to share their experiences, answer questions, and give demonstrations, providing visiting students with a firsthand look at what learning at BCA is all about!
The Career Expo gives future students a glimpse of the exciting possibilities ahead! 🙌
This is #D87UnitedInPossibility! 💜💛
#BCACareerExpo #D87United #WeAreD87
The Bloomington Career Academy (BCA) welcomed sophomores from BHS and area high schools for its Career Expo, where students had the opportunity to explore the many programs and classes BCA has to offer, learn about courses they might be interested in taking next year, and discover how those opportunities can lead to future careers!
Current BCA students were also on hand to share their experiences, answer questions, and give demonstrations, providing visiting students with a firsthand look at what learning at BCA is all about!
The Career Expo gives future students a glimpse of the exciting possibilities ahead! 🙌
This is #D87UnitedInPossibility! 💜💛
#BCACareerExpo #D87United #WeAreD87
🎲🎉 D87 Family Game Night 2026 is in the books! 💜💛
What a FUN night bringing our D87 families together for an evening of games, laughter, costumes, and community connections! 🎃
A HUGE thank you to all the families who joined us and to our amazing community partners who helped make the evening so special! We couldn't do it without you! 👏
It's the families, staff, and community partners who come together to make our district such a special place- now THIS is #D87UnitedInCulture at its finest! 💜💛
#D87United #D87UnitedInCulture #WeAreD87 #D87FamilyGameNight
What a FUN night bringing our D87 families together for an evening of games, laughter, costumes, and community connections! 🎃
A HUGE thank you to all the families who joined us and to our amazing community partners who helped make the evening so special! We couldn't do it without you! 👏
It's the families, staff, and community partners who come together to make our district such a special place- now THIS is #D87UnitedInCulture at its finest! 💜💛
#D87United #D87UnitedInCulture #WeAreD87 #D87FamilyGameNight
🌟💜 Celebrating Positive Raider Culture at BHS! 💛🌟
At BHS, students who go above and beyond are celebrated with Positive Principal Referrals, where staff members recognize students who make a positive impact and set a great example for others.
👏 Let's give a BIG shout-out to our latest Raider role models!
⭐ Maklhi – Nominated by Mrs. Sundberg
⭐ Key'Rianna – Nominated by Mrs. Love
⭐ J'Arias – Nominated by Mrs. Love & Mrs. Butts
⭐ Javon – Nominated by Mrs. Love & Mrs. Butts
⭐ Shane – Nominated by Mrs. Love & Mrs. Butts
⭐ Aiden – Nominated by Ms. Waddell
Way to go, Raiders! Thank you for leading by example and showing what Raider Culture is all about! 🙌💜💛
#RaiderCulture #D87UnitedInCulture #D87United #WeAreD87
At BHS, students who go above and beyond are celebrated with Positive Principal Referrals, where staff members recognize students who make a positive impact and set a great example for others.
👏 Let's give a BIG shout-out to our latest Raider role models!
⭐ Maklhi – Nominated by Mrs. Sundberg
⭐ Key'Rianna – Nominated by Mrs. Love
⭐ J'Arias – Nominated by Mrs. Love & Mrs. Butts
⭐ Javon – Nominated by Mrs. Love & Mrs. Butts
⭐ Shane – Nominated by Mrs. Love & Mrs. Butts
⭐ Aiden – Nominated by Ms. Waddell
Way to go, Raiders! Thank you for leading by example and showing what Raider Culture is all about! 🙌💜💛
#RaiderCulture #D87UnitedInCulture #D87United #WeAreD87
🎃👻 It was a SPOOKTACULAR evening at Sheridan's Trunk or Treat! 🦈🍬
The weather couldn't have been better, and our Sheridan Sharks showed up in full force, dressed in their Halloween best!
A HUGE thank you to all of our amazing community partners who helped make this event such a special one for our Sharks and their families! 💜💛
#SheridanTrunkOrTreat #D87United #WeAreD87
The weather couldn't have been better, and our Sheridan Sharks showed up in full force, dressed in their Halloween best!
A HUGE thank you to all of our amazing community partners who helped make this event such a special one for our Sharks and their families! 💜💛
#SheridanTrunkOrTreat #D87United #WeAreD87