🧣🎒 BHS Student's Heartwarming Initiative! 🎩🧤
A round of applause for Kylie H., a BHS student, who is leading by example with her AP Language final project, which focused on "being a good human"! Inspired to give back, Kylie collected nearly 80 winter wear items for Sheridan students. 🌨️❤️
Kylie delivered these items to Sheridan, spreading warmth and kindness. 🕝💖
#StudentImpact #WarmthForWinter #WeAreD87
A round of applause for Kylie H., a BHS student, who is leading by example with her AP Language final project, which focused on "being a good human"! Inspired to give back, Kylie collected nearly 80 winter wear items for Sheridan students. 🌨️❤️
Kylie delivered these items to Sheridan, spreading warmth and kindness. 🕝💖
#StudentImpact #WarmthForWinter #WeAreD87
🎅✨ Santa Visits Irving! 🌟🏫
Santa stopped by Irving Elementary to spread some holiday cheer to our Mustangs! 🐴🎄 It was a special visit filled with smiles, excitement, and festive fun!
Stay tuned to D87's socials to see some of the fun activities that took place on the final week of school before break!🎁❄️
#HolidayCheer #SantaVisit #WeAreD87
Santa stopped by Irving Elementary to spread some holiday cheer to our Mustangs! 🐴🎄 It was a special visit filled with smiles, excitement, and festive fun!
Stay tuned to D87's socials to see some of the fun activities that took place on the final week of school before break!🎁❄️
#HolidayCheer #SantaVisit #WeAreD87
🎉📚 Semester Wrap-Up & Winter Break at D87! ❄️🛌
We've crossed the finish line of the semester, and it's officially winter break time! Huge congratulations to all our D87 students and staff for their incredible efforts and determination. You've truly earned this break! 🌟
Time to unwind, enjoy some rest, and recharge your batteries. Just a reminder, classes for students will pick back up on Tuesday, January 6th. So until then, stay safe, embrace the festive season, and keep that thirst for knowledge glowing! ✨
And for a dash of holiday cheer, check out this holiday card from some BHS staff members! 💌
👋 See everyone in 2026!
#WinterBreak #SeeYouIn2026 #WeAreD87
We've crossed the finish line of the semester, and it's officially winter break time! Huge congratulations to all our D87 students and staff for their incredible efforts and determination. You've truly earned this break! 🌟
Time to unwind, enjoy some rest, and recharge your batteries. Just a reminder, classes for students will pick back up on Tuesday, January 6th. So until then, stay safe, embrace the festive season, and keep that thirst for knowledge glowing! ✨
And for a dash of holiday cheer, check out this holiday card from some BHS staff members! 💌
👋 See everyone in 2026!
#WinterBreak #SeeYouIn2026 #WeAreD87
🎉🚔 Special Sendoff for Officer Mac! 🌟👋
This morning was bittersweet as we said goodbye to School Resource Officer (SRO) Officer Mac on his final day before retiring from the Bloomington Police Department. 🎖️
Bloomington and Normal SROs, along with staff and students, gathered at Washington School for a surprise send-off, celebrating a dedicated officer who has made a significant impact on our community.
Thank you, Officer Mac, for your commitment and care. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement!
#FarewellOfficerMac #CommunityHero #BloomingtonPD #ThankYou #WeAreD87
This morning was bittersweet as we said goodbye to School Resource Officer (SRO) Officer Mac on his final day before retiring from the Bloomington Police Department. 🎖️
Bloomington and Normal SROs, along with staff and students, gathered at Washington School for a surprise send-off, celebrating a dedicated officer who has made a significant impact on our community.
Thank you, Officer Mac, for your commitment and care. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement!
#FarewellOfficerMac #CommunityHero #BloomingtonPD #ThankYou #WeAreD87
🏠🍬 Gingerbread House Fun at BJHS! 🎄✨
The 8H team at Bloomington Junior High School kept the festive spirit alive with their sweet tradition of gingerbread house-making during Roundtable! 🍭🏠
It's the most wonderful time of the year to showcase teamwork and holiday cheer!
#BJHSHolidayTradition #GingerbreadHouseFun #RoundtableCrafts #WeAreD87
The 8H team at Bloomington Junior High School kept the festive spirit alive with their sweet tradition of gingerbread house-making during Roundtable! 🍭🏠
It's the most wonderful time of the year to showcase teamwork and holiday cheer!
#BJHSHolidayTradition #GingerbreadHouseFun #RoundtableCrafts #WeAreD87
🚂✨ All Aboard the Polar Express at Irving! 🍫🎬
Irving's 1st graders hopped aboard the Polar Express today after earning their tickets all week! From reading the book to crafting conductor hats, drinking hot chocolate, and watching the Polar Express movie, it’s been a magical journey for our little conductors! 🎩📚☕
#PolarExpressDay #IrvingMagic #FirstGradeFun #WeAreD87
Irving's 1st graders hopped aboard the Polar Express today after earning their tickets all week! From reading the book to crafting conductor hats, drinking hot chocolate, and watching the Polar Express movie, it’s been a magical journey for our little conductors! 🎩📚☕
#PolarExpressDay #IrvingMagic #FirstGradeFun #WeAreD87
🌮🎉 Taco Bar Celebration for Raiders 101 Students!
Students who participated in the Raiders 101 program last summer and have maintained good attendance and grades were celebrated with a delicious taco bar! 🌟 Raiders 101 is designed to support our students transitioning from BJHS to BHS, helping them start high school on the right foot. 💼📚
A special thank you to State Farm for their generous grant, which made activities like this possible! 🙌 We’re so proud of our students and their hard work—keep it up, Raiders! 💜💛💜💛
#Raiders101 #StateFarmSupport #StudentSuccess #WeAreD87
Students who participated in the Raiders 101 program last summer and have maintained good attendance and grades were celebrated with a delicious taco bar! 🌟 Raiders 101 is designed to support our students transitioning from BJHS to BHS, helping them start high school on the right foot. 💼📚
A special thank you to State Farm for their generous grant, which made activities like this possible! 🙌 We’re so proud of our students and their hard work—keep it up, Raiders! 💜💛💜💛
#Raiders101 #StateFarmSupport #StudentSuccess #WeAreD87
🎨🏛️BJHS art teachers, Mrs. Mariani and Mrs. Flint, took their 8th-grade art students on a fantastic field trip to the Art Institute of Chicago! They explored masterpieces through the "Art through Cultures" guided tour and activities.
What an incredible way to learn and connect with art from around the world!🎨🌍
#ArtInstituteOfChicago #ArtEducation #WeAreD87
What an incredible way to learn and connect with art from around the world!🎨🌍
#ArtInstituteOfChicago #ArtEducation #WeAreD87
🚓👮♂️ Welcome Officer Nick & Happy Retirement Officer Mac!
🚓💙During his last visit to Mrs. Floit's kindergarten class at Sheridan, Officer Mac brought along a very special guest, our new D87 School Resource Officer (SRO), Officer Nick!
Officer Nick read to the kids about his role and even showed off some cool police tools.
Big thanks to Officer Mac for his years of service and for welcoming Officer Nick. Enjoy your retirement - you'll be missed!
#FarewellOfficerMac #WelcomeOfficerNick #CommunityHeroes #WeAreD87
🚓💙During his last visit to Mrs. Floit's kindergarten class at Sheridan, Officer Mac brought along a very special guest, our new D87 School Resource Officer (SRO), Officer Nick!
Officer Nick read to the kids about his role and even showed off some cool police tools.
Big thanks to Officer Mac for his years of service and for welcoming Officer Nick. Enjoy your retirement - you'll be missed!
#FarewellOfficerMac #WelcomeOfficerNick #CommunityHeroes #WeAreD87
🎓🍳 Celebratory Breakfast for BHS Early Graduates!
Talk about kicking off the day in a special way! Our BHS seniors who are graduating early were treated to a celebratory breakfast- it was a morning filled with joy, pride, and plenty of delicious eats, and special recognition to a teacher who made a difference in their lives while at BHS!
Here's to our early graduates - and remember- Once a Raider, Always a Raider!! 🎉✨
#BHSEarlyGrads #SeniorBreakfast #OnceARAidreAlwaysARaider #WeAreD87
Talk about kicking off the day in a special way! Our BHS seniors who are graduating early were treated to a celebratory breakfast- it was a morning filled with joy, pride, and plenty of delicious eats, and special recognition to a teacher who made a difference in their lives while at BHS!
Here's to our early graduates - and remember- Once a Raider, Always a Raider!! 🎉✨
#BHSEarlyGrads #SeniorBreakfast #OnceARAidreAlwaysARaider #WeAreD87
🎅🤶 A Magical Visit at Stevenson! 🎄✨
Mr. and Mrs. Claus stopped by Stevenson to visit the DLP (dynamic learning program) students this week! The students used social stories, core boards, and communication devices to greet Santa and share their holiday traditions. Such a special experience filled with joy and connection! ❤️
#HolidayMagic #SantaVisit #InclusiveLearning #WeAreD87
Mr. and Mrs. Claus stopped by Stevenson to visit the DLP (dynamic learning program) students this week! The students used social stories, core boards, and communication devices to greet Santa and share their holiday traditions. Such a special experience filled with joy and connection! ❤️
#HolidayMagic #SantaVisit #InclusiveLearning #WeAreD87
🎓🍳 Celebratory Breakfast for BHS Early Graduates!
Talk about kicking off the day in a special way! Our BHS seniors who are graduating early were treated to a celebratory breakfast- it was a morning filled with joy, pride, and plenty of delicious eats, and special recognition to a teacher who made a difference in their lives while at BHS!
Here's to our early graduates - and remember- Once a Raider, Always a Raider!! 🎉✨
#BHSEarlyGrads #SeniorBreakfast #OnceARAidreAlwaysARaider #WeAreD87
Talk about kicking off the day in a special way! Our BHS seniors who are graduating early were treated to a celebratory breakfast- it was a morning filled with joy, pride, and plenty of delicious eats, and special recognition to a teacher who made a difference in their lives while at BHS!
Here's to our early graduates - and remember- Once a Raider, Always a Raider!! 🎉✨
#BHSEarlyGrads #SeniorBreakfast #OnceARAidreAlwaysARaider #WeAreD87
🏠🍭🐺What a delicious way to spend an afternoon - making gingerbread houses with loved ones! The kindergartners at Washington dove into this "sweet" project with excitement, creativity, and maybe just a bit of taste-testing. 😉🍰 🤔💖 A fun afternoon filled with creativity and smiles!
#SweetCrafting #GingerbreadJoy #WeAreD87
#SweetCrafting #GingerbreadJoy #WeAreD87
🌟🍲 Big Shoutout to BHS Student & Promise Councils for their amazing initiative - preparing Holiday Casseroles! 🍴✨ Through donations from staff and community members, enough food was collected to prepare 2 casseroles for 50 BHS families. These dishes are set to be shared with families in need, spreading joy and support this holiday season!
Thank you for making a difference!💜💛
#BHSKindness #HolidayCasseroles #WeAreD87
Thank you for making a difference!💜💛
#BHSKindness #HolidayCasseroles #WeAreD87
❄️🎉 Countdown to Winter Break! 🎄🎨
Just ONE more week to go until Winter Break! Who's excited? 🙋✨ Last Friday, our students at Sheridan welcomed the winter weather with open arms and festive celebrations.
For the first graders in Mrs. Mizell's class, it was a snowman sensation! They "built" delicious edible snowmen and tackled fun snowman puzzles that put their math and art skills to the test. 🍪☃️
#SheridanWinterPartys #OneWeekToGo #SnowmanCrafts #WeAreD87
🎭🎄 Last week, the BJHS 8H team visited ISU for an incredible field trip! They enjoyed a spectacular performance of The Nutcracker, explored the campus on a guided tour, and shared lunch at the Bone Student Center.
Thank you, ISU, for hosting such a memorable experience for our students! 🎓
#BJHSFieldTrip #8HTeam #NutcrackerMagic #CampusExploration #ThankYouISU
Thank you, ISU, for hosting such a memorable experience for our students! 🎓
#BJHSFieldTrip #8HTeam #NutcrackerMagic #CampusExploration #ThankYouISU
🎶🎄 Irving's K-2nd Grade Mustangs Shine in Holiday Concert!
Kindergarten through 2nd-grade Mustangs at Irving put on a spectacular holiday concert, directed by the talented Mr. Walls. The melodies and cheer brought by our young performers made it an evening to remember! 🎤✨
#IrvingHolidayConcert #SeasonOfCelebration #MusicInTheAir #WeAreD87
Kindergarten through 2nd-grade Mustangs at Irving put on a spectacular holiday concert, directed by the talented Mr. Walls. The melodies and cheer brought by our young performers made it an evening to remember! 🎤✨
#IrvingHolidayConcert #SeasonOfCelebration #MusicInTheAir #WeAreD87
🎄✨ Bent Brings the Holiday Cheer! 🌟👫
The Bent Superstars and their loved ones joined the festive fun with their own "Deck the Halls" celebration! Together, they filled the halls of Bent with holiday spirit and cheer. 🎨🎁 'Tis the season to be jolly!
#BentHolidaySpirit #DeckTheHalls #TisTheSeason #WeAreD87
The Bent Superstars and their loved ones joined the festive fun with their own "Deck the Halls" celebration! Together, they filled the halls of Bent with holiday spirit and cheer. 🎨🎁 'Tis the season to be jolly!
#BentHolidaySpirit #DeckTheHalls #TisTheSeason #WeAreD87
❄️ Holiday Cheer at Sheridan! 🎉🍕
Last night, despite the snow, holiday spirit was in full swing across D87! Sheridan hosted its first "Deck the Halls" event, where students gathered at craft tables, creating festive decorations to brighten the school's halls.
A huge shout-out to Jet's Pizza for generously donating a pizza dinner, ensuring all our Sharks had a delicious meal to enjoy while crafting! 🍕🎨 Stay tuned to see other events that took place last night!
#SheridanDeckTheHalls #ThankYouJetsPizza #D87WinterFun #WeAreD87
Last night, despite the snow, holiday spirit was in full swing across D87! Sheridan hosted its first "Deck the Halls" event, where students gathered at craft tables, creating festive decorations to brighten the school's halls.
A huge shout-out to Jet's Pizza for generously donating a pizza dinner, ensuring all our Sharks had a delicious meal to enjoy while crafting! 🍕🎨 Stay tuned to see other events that took place last night!
#SheridanDeckTheHalls #ThankYouJetsPizza #D87WinterFun #WeAreD87
🎤✨ Snaps for our 7th-Grade Poets! ✍️📚
Talented 7th-graders in the poetry club wowed everyone during their poetry reading! Guided by ISU staff Steve Halle & student poet Lydia Hansen and BJHS teachers Ms. Hutton & Mr. Kocourek- these young poets shared their creativity and voices, reading their own poems to classmates and guests.
Special thanks to:
ISU for partnering with us 🎓
BJHS PTO for providing lunch 🍽️
Beyond the Books Grant for gifting each student their own poetry notebook and pen 📓
And THANK YOU, poets, for sharing your amazing work! 🌟
#BJHSPoets #YoungVoices #CreativeWriting #WeAReD87
¡Felicidades a nuestros poetas de séptimo grado!¡Los talentosos alumnos de séptimo grado del club de poesía dejaron a todos boquiabiertos durante su recital de poesía! Guiados por el personal de la Universidad Estatal de Illinois (ISU, por sus siglas en inglés), Steve Halle y la estudiante y poeta Lydia Hansen, y los profesores de BJHS, la señora Hutton y el señor Kocourek. Estos jóvenes poetas compartieron su creatividad y sus voces, leyendo sus propios poemas a sus compañeros de clase y a los invitados.Un agradecimiento especial a:
ISU por colaborar con nosotros. 🎓
La organización de padres y maestros de BJHS por proporcionar el almuerzo. 🍽️
La subvención “Beyond the Books” por regalar a cada estudiante su propio cuaderno de poesía y bolígrafo. 📓
¡Y GRACIAS, poetas, por compartir su increíble trabajo! 🌟
#PoetasdeBJHS #VocesJovenes #EscrituraCreativa #SomosD87
