Bloomington Public Schools District 87

Join Our D87 Team & Make a Difference! 📘🍏 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. We're Hiring: School Nutrition Workers: Jump into a role with heart, with a competitive wage of $16.50/hour! 🍽️💖 Substitute Teachers: Step into the classroom and make an immediate impact, with a rewarding daily rate of $125.✏️📚 Why D87? Here, you're part of a family dedicated to supporting students' success and celebrating every achievement together. 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, because here at D87, every day is a chance to inspire, support, and grow. 🌟 #D87Careers #SchoolJobs #MakeADifference #WeAreD87

🔢✨Mrs. Knuth's class at Irving took on numberless word problems, identifying the right operation through color-coding before building answer towers! 🤔➕ A blend of critical thinking and teamwork, this activity made math an adventure. Check out their colorful towers! ➡️📸 #CreativeMath #5thGradeFun #IrvingAchievers #ProblemSolving #WeAreD87 🔢✨La clase de la Maestra Knuth’s de la escuela Irving, trabajo en problemas escritos sin números, identificando la operación correcta para resolverlo a través de la ¡codificación de colores, antes de construir torres de respuestas!🤔➕ Fue una mezcla de pensamiento crítico y trabajo de equipo, esta actividad convirtio a las matematicas en una aventura. ¡Observa sus coloridas torres! ➡️📸 #MatematicasCreativas #Diversionde5toGrado #IrvingExitoso #ResoluciondeProblemas

📚🎉Congratulations to Oakland's Mrs. Conroy for being awarded the 2024 Carol Berry Memorial Literacy Grant by the MID-State Reading Council! 🏆👩‍🏫 The MID-State Reading Council supports educators and promotes lifelong literacy. Thanks to this grant, Oakland fourth graders now have a treasure trove of high-interest books at their fingertips, suited for various reading levels. 📖✨ Congratulations, Mrs. Conroy! Here’s to nurturing the young at Oakland School! 🌟📚 #LiteracyMatters #EducatorExcellence #ReadingRocks #WeAreD87 📚🎉¡Felicidades a la Sra Conroy de la escuela Oakland por ser la ganadora de la Subvención de Literatura en Memoria de Carol Berry 2024 por el Consejo de Lectura MID-State! 🏆👩‍🏫 El Consejo de Lectura MID-State apoya a los educadores y promueve la literatura de por vida. Gracias a esta subvención, los estudiantes de 4to grado de Oakland tienen un nuevo tesoro con libros interesantes a su disposición, para diferentes niveles de lectura. 📖✨ ¡Felicidades Sra Conroy! ¡Gracias por nutrir a los jóvenes de la escuela Oakland! 🌟📚 #La literaturaImporta #ExcelenciaenEducación #LeeresloMaximo #SomosD87

Parents, guardians, and students, please remember that both excused and unexcused absences need to be tracked and reported. Being present in school is crucial for academic success! 🚨 A student is deemed chronically absent if they miss 10% or more of the school year. Chronic absence is a critical issue because missing too much school, especially in the early years, can seriously impact a child's: 📖 Reading skills by Grade 3 📐 Achievement of grade-level standards in middle school 🎓 High school graduation prospects Let's work together to keep our students on track. If you need assistance or have concerns about attendance, please reach out to school officials. We're here to help every student succeed! #AttendanceMatters #StayInSchool #EducationFirst #StudentSuccess #WeAreD87 Padres, tutores y estudiantes, por favor recuerden que las ausencias justificadas o no, deben ser registradas y reportadas. ¡Estar presente en la escuela es crucial para el éxito académico!. 🚨Un estudiante es denominado con ausentismo crónico si falta el 10% o más del año escolar. El ausentismo crónico es un problema crítico porque el perder días de escuela, especialmente en los primeros años, puede impactar a un estudiante seriamente: 📖Habilidades de lectura de 3er Grado 📐Acreditar los estándares de nivel de grado en la secundaria 🎓 Perspectivas de Graduación en la preparatoria Trabajemos juntos para mantener a su estudiante en el camino correcto. Si necesita ayuda o tiene alguna pregunta o preocupación acerca de la asistencia , por favor contacte a los oficiales de la escuela.¡Estamos aquí para ayudar a que cada estudiante alcance el éxito!. #LaAsistenciaesImportante #QuedateenlaEscuela #LaEducacionesPrimero #ExitoEstudiantil #SomosD87

🎉✨ Wrapping up HOCO Week in Style! ✨🎉 As Homecoming Week draws to a close, it was celebrated in true Raider fashion today at the Homecoming Assembly! 👑🏈 The court shone bright, having shared a special lunch and a selfie moment with Dr. Mouser before taking center stage. Each fall sports team was also proudly introduced, setting the stage for an assembly full of cheers, pep, and Raider Spirit! 📣 Congratulations to this year's Homecoming Royalty: Reece Jones and Nery Mejia! But the excitement isn't quite over- tonight is the HOCO football game, and tomorrow, our Raiders light up the dance floor at the homecoming dance. 💃🕺 #HOCO2024 #RaiderPride #HomecomingAssembly #RaiderRoyalty #FallSports #HomecomingDance #WeAreD87

🎉🏅The adrenaline-pumping Homecoming Games Assembly was a fun time for all Raiders at BHS! Students tested their skills and class pride was on full display. 🎈📣It’s not just about the competition; it's a display of Raider school spirit where classmates support each other, whether they're competing on the field or cheering from the sidelines. 📣🔥 #RaiderNation #Homecoming2024 #ClassChampions #BHSGamesAssemby #WeAreD87 🎉🏅¡La adrenalina aumentando durante la asamblea Juegos de Homecoming fue un momento divertido para todos los Raiders en BHS! Los estudiantes pusieron a prueba sus habilidades y el orgullo de la clase estaba a la vista.🎈📣 No se trata sólo de la competencia; es una muestra del espíritu escolar Raider donde los compañeros de clase se apoyan unos a otros, ya sea compitiendo en el campo o animando desde las gradas.📣🔥 #NacionRaider #Homecoming2024 #AsambleadeJuegosdeBHS #SomosD87

🕊️📚 Remembering September 11, 2001 📚🕊️ Today is a Day of Remembrance for the events that occurred on this day 23 years ago. It's a day to reflect, learn, and honor the memory of those who were lost. Across the district, various activities took place to teach our students about the significance of September 11th. A special shoutout to Mrs. Martin at the Oakland Library, who hosted a book talk with her students, that highlighted the different books available for checkout that help our younger generation understand the impact of this day in history. Today is a day to come together, reflect, and continue educating ourselves and the younger generations about the significance of September 11th. #NeverForget #September11 #DayOfRemembrance #WeAreD87

👑🏈 Throwback to Homecoming Royalty! 🏈👑 As we celebrate Homecoming Week, let's rewind to 2022 when Tyus Jackson was crowned Homecoming Royalty at BHS! 🎉 Fast forward to today, and Tyus is making waves at McKendree University, this week being named one of the football players of the week! 🌟 It's amazing to see our Raiders continuing to shine bright and excel at the next level. Join us in cheering on Tyus for his outstanding achievement! Now it's your turn! We're feeling nostalgic and would love to see your Homecoming throwback pics. 📸 Share your memories in the comments for a chance to win some D87 swag and let's relive those glorious moments! Let's celebrate our past and present, and keep the Raider spirit alive! #HomecomingThrowback #BHSAlumni #OnceARaiderAlwaysARaider #WeAreD87 👑🏈¡Regresa la realeza de Homecoming!🏈👑 Mientras celebramos la Semana de Homecoming, retrocedamos hasta 2022, cuando ¡Tyus Jackson fue coronado realeza en el baile de Homecoming en BHS!🎉. Un avance rápido hasta el día de hoy, y Tyus está causando sensación en la Universidad McKendree, ¡esta semana fue nombrado uno de los jugadores de fútbol de la semana!🌟 Es sorprendente ver a nuestros Raiders continuar brillando y sobresaliendo en el siguiente nivel. ¡Únase a nosotros para ovacionar a Tyus por su destacado logro! ¡Ahora es tu turno! Nos sentimos nostálgicos y nos encantaría ver sus fotografías de Homecoming📸. Comparte tus recuerdos en los comentarios para tener la oportunidad de ganar un regalo del D87 y ¡revivamos esos momentos gloriosos! ¡Celebremos nuestro pasado y presente y mantengamos vivo el espíritu Raider! #RecuerdosdeHomecoming #AlumnosdeBHS #UnavezRaider,SiempreunRaider #SomosD87

🌟✨We are excited to share that one of our very own, Lauren Butts, has been named one of the Pantagraph's 20 Under 40! 🎉 This prestigious award goes to individuals who stand out for their unwavering dedication and remarkable achievements in their respective fields. Lauren, a special education teacher at BHS, truly embodies the spirit of dedication, commitment, and excellence. Her dedication to her students, colleagues, and the BHS community makes her a standout professional and a real-life hero. 👩‍🏫❤️ Please join us in congratulating Lauren on this well-deserved recognition. Your D87 and BHS family is incredibly proud of you and grateful for the passion and care you bring to our students every day! #D87Proud #20Under40 #SpecialEducation #ExcellenceInTeaching #Pantagraph #WeAreD87 🌟✨ ¡Estamos emocionados de compartir que una de las nuestras, Lauren Butts, ha sido nombrada una de las 20 menores de 40 del Pantagraph! 🎉 Este prestigioso premio se otorga a personas que se destacan por su inquebrantable dedicación y logros notables en sus respectivos campos. Lauren, maestra de educación especial en BHS, realmente encarna el espíritu de dedicación, compromiso y excelencia. Su dedicación a sus estudiantes, colegas y la comunidad de BHS la convierte en una profesional destacada y una heroína en la vida real. 👩‍🏫❤️ Únase a nosotros para felicitar a Lauren por este merecido reconocimiento. ¡Su familia de D87 y BHS está increíblemente orgullosa de usted y agradecida por la pasión y el cuidado que brinda a nuestros estudiantes todos los días! #D87Orgulloso #20Under40 #EducaciónEspecial #ExcelenciaEnLaEnseñanza #Pantagraph #WeAreD87

🚨🏈 Attention Raider Fans! 🏈🚨 Heading to the BHS vs. U-High sophomore game today? Please note that there will be only one entrance available for fans, located at the Colton Street entrance. Make sure to plan your route accordingly! 🅿️ Parking Update: Additional parking is available in the BJHS South lot. Be sure to arrive early to secure a spot! 🎒 Reminder: Backpacks are not allowed inside the football stadium, so please leave them at home or in your vehicle. Let’s cheer on our sophomores to victory! See you at the game! #RaiderNation #GameDay #BHSvsUHigh #NoBackpacks #WeAreD87 🚨🏈 ¡Atención fanáticos de los Raiders! 🏈🚨 ¿Vas a asistir hoy al partido de segundo año entre BHS y U-High? Tenga en cuenta que solo habrá una entrada disponible para los fanáticos, ubicada en la entrada de Colton Street. ¡Asegúrate de planificar tu ruta en consecuencia! 🅿️ Actualización de estacionamiento: Hay estacionamiento adicional disponible en el lote sur de BJHS. ¡Asegúrate de llegar temprano para asegurar un lugar! 🎒 Recordatorio: No se permiten mochilas dentro del estadio de fútbol, ​​así que por favor déjelas en casa o en su vehículo. ¡Animamos a nuestros estudiantes de segundo año a la victoria! ¡Nos vemos en el juego! #RaiderNation #GameDay #BHSvsUHigh #NoBackpacks #WeAreD87

🎉🏈Today marks the start of Homecoming Week at BHS! Get ready for a week packed with exciting activities. From dress-up days to PowderPuff and PowderRuff games, assemblies, and the much-anticipated Friday night Homecoming game, this week is going to be epic! 🏆 Things kicked off today in style with an Adam Sandler dress-up day. Huge shoutout to all the students and staff who channeled their inner Sandler – you all looked amazing! 😄👕 Stay tuned throughout the week to catch all the different Homecoming events and activities. Let's make this a week to remember! Go, Raiders! #BHSHomecoming #SpiritWeek #AdamSandlerDay #Homecoming2024 #BHSpride #WeAreD87 🎉🏈¡Hoy marca el inicio de la Semana del Homecoming en BHS! Prepárate para una semana llena de actividades emocionantes. Desde días de disfraces hasta juegos de PowderPuff y PowderRuff, asambleas y el tan esperado juego de bienvenida del viernes por la noche, ¡esta semana será épica! 🏆 Las cosas comenzaron hoy con estilo con un día de disfraces de Adam Sandler. Un gran agradecimiento a todos los estudiantes y al personal que canalizaron su Sandler interior: ¡todos lucieron increíbles! 😄👕 Estén atentos durante toda la semana para ver los diferentes eventos y actividades de Homecoming. ¡Hagamos de esta una semana para recordar! ¡Adelante, asaltantes! #BHSHomecoming #SpiritWeek #AdamSandlerDay #Homecoming2024 #BHSpride #WeAreD87

🔢✨1st Sharks at Sheridan took a deep dive into the world of math last week, not only did they learn what the word “Category” means, but they also became little mathematicians sorting shapes and explaining their methods with confidence! A round of applause for our bright Sharks in 1st grade- here's to many more discoveries! 🎉📚 #SheridanStars #MathExplorers #FirstGradeFun #ShapeSorting #WeAreD87 🔢✨ Los Tiburones de 1ro se sumergieron profundamente en el mundo de las matemáticas la semana pasada, no solo aprendieron lo que la palabra “Categoría” significa, sino que también se convirtieron en pequeños matemáticos organizando figuras y explicando sus métodos con seguridad! Una ronda de aplausos para nuestros brillantes Tiburones de 1er año, de aquí a muchos más descubrimientos!. 🎉📚 #EstrellasdeSheridan #Exploradoresdematematicas #DiversiondePrimerGrado #OrganizandoFiguras #SomosD87

🎉🏈 Victory Under the Friday Night Lights! 🏈🎉 Last night was one for the books as the Raiders faced off against U-High for the first time since 1976—and what a game it was! The Raiders showed incredible strength and spirit, clinching a 41-38 win! 🏆 Go Raiders! But let's not forget the halftime magic! ✨ The Marching Raiders took the field and left everyone in awe with their show-stopping performance! An unforgettable first home game of the season, setting the stage for more victories to come. Let's keep this energy going and support our Raiders all the way! #RaidersVictory #FridayNightLights #MarchingRaiders #FirstHomeGameWin #GoRaiders #WeAreD87 🎉🏈 ¡Victoria bajo las luces del viernes por la noche! 🏈🎉 Anoche fue inolvidable cuando los Raiders se enfrentaron a U-High por primera vez desde 1976, ¡y qué juego fue! ¡Los Raiders mostraron una fuerza y un espíritu increíbles y lograron una victoria por 41-38! 🏆 ¡Vamos asaltantes! ¡Pero no olvidemos la magia del entretiempo! ✨ ¡Los Marching Raiders salieron al campo y dejaron a todos asombrados con su espectacular actuación! Un inolvidable primer partido en casa de la temporada, que prepara el escenario para más victorias por venir. ¡Mantengamos esta energía y apoyemos a nuestros Raiders en todo momento! #RaidersVictory #FridayNightLights #MarchingRaiders #FirstHomeGameWin #GoRaiders #WeAreD87

🦉✨ A Hoot of a Welcome for the Oakland Owls! Our Owls received a special welcome from the Promise Council, D87 staff, community partners, and, of course, the incredible friends and families of Oakland- turning this ordinary day into an extra special Friday! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone involved for creating an amazing start to the day by putting smiles on the faces of our Oakland Owls! 🌞 #OaklandOwls #PromiseCouncil #FridaySmiles #WeAreD87 🦉✨ ¡Una Gran Bienvenida para los Búhos de Oakland! Nuestros Búhos recibieron una especial bienvenida del Consejo de Promesa, del personal del D87, de socios de la comunidad y por supuesto de los increibles amigos y familias de Oakland, ¡convirtiéndo este día ordinario en un Viernes super especial!🎉 Un enorme agradecimiento a todos los involucrados por crear un fabuloso comienzo al día y ¡colocar una enorme sonrisa en nuestros Búhos de la escuela Oakland! 🌞 #BuhosdeOakland #ConsejodePromesa #SonrisasdeViernes #SomosD87

This Sunday, 9/8 marks the inaugural 988 Day! This annual event is dedicated to spreading awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and emphasizing the importance of mental health support. Use #988Day to share how the #988Lifeline is about “No Judgment. Just Help.” See how you can participate at Samhsa.gov/988Day. Este domingo, 9/8 marca la inauguración del ¡Dia 988! Este evento anual esta dedicado a esparcir la concientizacion de la Linea de vida 988 del Suicidio y Crisis y enfatizar la importancia del apoyo a la Salud Mental. Usa el Dia#988 para compartir el mayor fundamento de la Línea de vida #988 “Sin Juicios. Solo Ayuda”. Averigua como puedes participar en samhsa.gov/988Day

⚽In yesterday's intense match against U-High, our men's soccer team ended the first half tied but faced a tough second half. Despite the outcome, we're bursting with pride! The determination and spirit our boys showed was unmatched. #UnstoppableSpirit #WeAreD87

🦈🎉Today Sheridan ended their day in a sea of blue with a “sharktastic” assembly that was all about school spirit! 🌟 Every student received brand new sharkwear— an awesome Sheridan T-shirt to wear on Sharkwear Wednesdays! Added bonus- some Bloomington High School football players joined the festivities to help celebrate this fantastic day by giving words of encouragement and even throwing out some jerseys to their fans! 🏈 A huge thank you to all the community organizations who made t-shirts for all Sheridan students possible. The Sheridan Sharks will be wearing their new sharkwear with pride every Wednesday!!🦈 #SheridanSchool #CommunitySpirit #Sharktastic #WeAreD87

Mark your calendars: 9/8 is the first annual #988Day! Be part of the movement happening nationwide to promote the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and mental health support. Find more information about 988 Day and how you can get involved: samhsa.gov/988Day #988Lifeline Marquen sus calendarios: ¡9/8 es el primer dia anual #988! Se parte del movimiento a lo largo del pais que promueve la Linea de vida 988 en contra del Suicidio y Crisis con apoyo a la Salud Mental. Encuentra más información acerca del Dia 988 y las formas disponibles en las que te puedes involucrar: samhsa.gov/988Day #988Lifeline

🎉🏈 Calling all Raiders fans! Gear up for an exciting Friday night under the lights as we celebrate our Back to School Night at the upcoming football game against U-High! 🎁Giveaway Alert! 🎁 We’re kicking off the celebration with a fantastic giveaway! The first 100 D87 students under the age of 12, who come accompanied by an adult, will receive a Raider's water bottle to mark the occasion. 🤩 Make sure to join us on the D87 home bleacher side to grab your special gift! 📅 Date: This Friday 📍 Location: Home Bleacher Side ⏰ Time: Grab your spot early! (Entrance at 6pm: Kick-off at 7pm) Let’s make this game a memorable Back to School celebration for our students and families. Wear your school colors, bring your school spirit, and let’s cheer on our Raiders together! Note: No backpacks are allowed. BHS students must have their 2024-25 school ID (or a picture of it on their phone) to enter the game. 🗣️ Spread the word, and let’s fill the stands with our D87 pride!

🎉🎨 Bent School's Centennial Celebration Kickoff! 🎉🎨 This Saturday, Bent School is celebrating a monumental milestone - their Centennial Celebration! The excitement started off this morning with an all-school assembly. Bent students and staff had the honor of hearing from Principal Delgado, Superintendent Dr. Mouser, and Bloomington Mayor Mwilambwe, who presented the school with an official proclamation. The PTO members, who have been instrumental in organizing the celebration, gifted the school a beautiful painting by local artist, Eileen Backman. Our Bent kiddos are all hyped up for the 100-year celebration and we're extending a warm invitation to all former Bent Superstars, D87 friends and family, and community members. Let’s all gather this Saturday, from 4 PM to 6 PM at Bent School, to make this centennial celebration one for the books! 📍 Date: This Saturday ⏰ Time: 4 PM to 6 PM 🏠 Location: Bent School Let’s create memories that will last another century! #Bent100Years #CentennialCelebration #CommunitySpirit #BentSchool #WeAreD