Bloomington Jr High School

A Surprise Guest at Garden Club The Garden Club meeting was honored to have a surprise guest on Monday, October 28th. A Cooper's Hawk lingered in a tree and observed the courtyard meeting from above. Proof that Garden Club isn't always just about plants!

Knights cheering on the girl's basketball team at the October 10th home game. Be sure to come see the next home game on October 21st when the Lady Knights take on Prairie Central.

Picture Retake Day is October 21, 2024!

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

BJHS Spiritwear is here! Check out this year's new designs and colors. Forms are available -in the main office. Questions? Please call Adele Keller at 309-827-0086 x1802 .

🎉🏈 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!

Are you interested in performing? This year's fall play will be "Fast Food" a series of humorous vignettes about crazy customers and silly staff. Students that are interested in the fall play should plan to attend an informational meeting on Monday, September 16th or Tuesday, September 17th from 2:45 until 4:15 in the chorus room.

🎉 A Warm D87 Welcome to Our New Teachers! 🍎 D87 was excited to roll out the welcome mat at our New Teacher Luncheon! 😊 It was wonderful to see every school introducing their newest educators to our growing family. Our new teachers are also diving into D87 New Teacher Onboarding – the perfect way to learn the ropes and embrace all the incredible experiences D87 has to offer. 🌟 A huge WELCOME to all our new faces - we’re excited to have you on board and can’t wait to see the fantastic contributions you'll make to our D87 community! #D87NewTeachers #WelcomeToTheFamily #NewTeacherOnboarding #WeAreD87 🎉 ¡Una cálida bienvenida D87 a nuestros nuevos maestros! 🍎 ¡El D87 estaba emocionado de desplegar la alfombra de bienvenida en nuestro almuerzo para nuevos maestros! 😊 Fue maravilloso ver a cada escuela presentar a sus educadores más nuevos a nuestra creciente familia. Nuestros nuevos maestros también se están sumergiendo en la incorporación de nuevos maestros del D87: la manera perfecta de aprender a manejar y disfrutar de todas las increíbles experiencias que el D87 tiene para ofrecer. 🌟 Una gran BIENVENIDA a todas nuestras caras nuevas: estamos emocionados de tenerlos a bordo y estamos ansiosos por ver las fantásticas contribuciones que harán a nuestra comunidad D87. #D87NewTeachers #WelcomeToTheFamily #NewTeacherOnboarding #WeAreD87

Does your student still need the required immunizations to start school? If so, come on down to the McLean County Health Department's Immunization Clinic! 🌟 📅 Dates: August 13, 14, & 15 🕒 Time: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM 📍 Location: 200 W. Front Street No appointments needed—just walk in! Make sure your child is ready and safe for the school year ahead. 🏫💼 For more details, 📞 call 309.888.5455. #ImmunizationClinic #StudentHealth #McLeanCountyHealth #BackToSchoolReady #WeAreD87

🎉 Learning & Fun at The Feast! 📚✨ D87 staff attending "The Feast" this week for professional development are having a blast while picking up new tips and tricks for their classrooms! It’s not just about learning; it's about enjoying the journey and sharing ideas!🙌 #D87PD #TheFeast #EducationInnovation #LearningIsFun #TeacherDevelopment #WeAreD87

🎒🗓️ Haven't registered for the 2024/25 school year yet? We're here to help! Join us during the Free Summer Meals program for on-site registration assistance(registration assistance is also available in Spanish). We'll have devices ready and staff on hand to help register your student(s). Dates and locations: Monday (6/17) - IRVING Tuesday (6/18) - SHERIDAN Thursday (6/20) - STEVENSON Friday (6/21) - BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 📍 Time: 11 AM to 1 PM at each location. Don’t forget to bring your proof of residency! 🏠

A Message For Incoming Sixth Grade Parents For The 2024-25 School Year Hello and welcome! The new school year is almost here! We are so excited to have you at Bloomington Junior High School next year and cannot wait to meet you. We would love to have you join us at school for our UKNIGHTED program BEFORE school starts! Please RSVP by filling out the form link below. You MUST RSVP by July 12th at noon so that appropriate preparations can be made for transportation and food services. If you are having difficulty locating the form, please contact the main office by email. • Email: mangruemj@district87.org OR kellera@district87.org We look forward to meeting you at the UKNIGHTED Program! If you cannot make your assigned date, don’t worry! The first day of school will ONLY be for 6th graders. Link: https://forms.gle/4LT5MeWJ386sMKJv7 ¡Hola y bienvenido! ¡El nuevo año escolar ya casi está aquí! Estamos muy emocionados de tenerte en Bloomington Junior High School el próximo año y estamos ansiosos por conocerte. ¡Nos encantaría que te unieras a nosotros en la escuela para nuestro programa UKNIGHTED ANTES de que comiencen las clases! Confirme su asistencia completando el formulario que se encuentra en el sitio web de BJHS. DEBE confirmar su asistencia antes del 12 de julio al mediodía para que se puedan hacer los preparativos adecuados para el transporte y los servicios de alimentación. Si tiene dificultades para localizar el formulario, comuníquese con la oficina principal por correo electrónico. • Correo electrónico: mangruemj@district87.org O kellera@district87.org ¡Esperamos conocerte en el programa UKNIGHTED! Si no puedes asistir a la fecha asignada, ¡no te preocupes! El primer día de clases SOLO será para estudiantes de 6to grado. Link: https://forms.gle/4LT5MeWJ386sMKJv7

Yearbooks are here! The purchased copies will be distributed during 7th hour on Monday, May 20th. Extra copies will be for sale immediately after school in the cafeteria and will be available on a first come, first served basis. The cost is $20 and can be paid by cash or check (payable to BJHS), There are no early sales and only one copy will be sold to a student.

🌟✨ Celebrating the Heartbeat of D87 - Our Administrative Professionals! ✨🌟 Today, on National Administrative Professionals' Day, we pause to shine a spotlight on the incredible Office & Technical Employees (OTEs) who keep the wheels of D87 turning. 🏫📚 From organizing chaos into calm, answering a never-ending stream of calls, to keeping our school operations running smoothly - our OTEs do it all with unwavering dedication and a smile that brightens everyone's day. They are truly the lifeblood of our buildings, the unsung heroes behind our daily successes. 🌈💼 Tell one of our Administrative Professionals thank you today to show your appreciation! 💬 #NationalAdministrativeProfessionalsDay #D87Pride #ThankYouOTEs #SchoolHeroes #AdministrativeExcellence #WeAreD87

🌟 Countdown to IAR Test - Show Up and Shine! 🌟 Friday Focus: Show up and shine, it's time to test your best! 🏅 Our week-long preparation journey leads us here - to the moment our kiddos show up for the test and let their hard work and dedication shine! 💪🎯 Let's make it our priority to show up, support our students, and bridge all efforts towards their success. Let's cheer them on as they take on this challenge with confidence and grace. 🎉📚 Remember, we're not just preparing our students for a test - we're teaching them the valuable lesson of perseverance, dedication, and self-confidence. Together, we've got this! Good luck to all our wonderful students next week! Stay tuned as we continue to share the journey. 🎉 #CountdownToIAR #ShowUpAndShine #TestYourBest #WeCanDoThis

🍃 Countdown to IAR Test - Relax and Unwind 🍃 Thursday’s Tranquility: Take a deep breath and relax... 🌸 Today's tip in our countdown to the IAR test is all about the importance of unwinding and recharging. It's crucial for our students to balance their study time with activities that bring them joy and relaxation. 📚➡️🎨 Let’s encourage our kids to take a well-deserved break today to relax and do something they love. This isn’t just a break; it’s a crucial part of their test prep! A relaxed mind is a focused mind, ready to conquer any challenge that comes its way! Stay tuned for more tips as we get ready to shine on test day! #CountdownToIAR #RelaxAndUnwind #TestPrep #Recharge #TestYourBest

🌙 Countdown to IAR Test - Early to Bed 🌙 Wednesday Wisdom: A well-rested brain is a powerful one! 😴✨ Sleep plays a critical role in ensuring our students are at their best come test time. It's not just about quantity but quality too. Aiming for 8-10 hours of restful sleep can dramatically improve memory retention and sharpen focus. 🧠 As we inch closer to the IAR test, let's establish a calming bedtime routine for our kiddos. Turning off electronic devices, dimming the lights, or reading a book can signal to their bodies that it's time to wind down. 📘💡 Let's remind our students that while studying is important, sleep is their superpower for success! Encourage your child to hit the hay a little earlier tonight for that extra boost in brainpower tomorrow. Keep an eye out for our next "Test Your Best" tip! #CountdownToIAR #EarlyToBed #SleepForSuccess #RestfulMind #TestYourBest

🌟 Countdown to IAR Test - Get Active! 🌟 Tuesday Tip: Let’s shake off those pre-test nerves! 🏃‍♂️💨 Did you know being active for just 20 minutes can significantly reduce anxiety and boost your mood? Perfect for burning off those pre-test jitters. Whether it’s dancing to your favorite tunes, taking a quick jog, stretching out with some yoga, or engaging in a sport you love, getting moving is key. 🧘‍♀️🏀🎵 Physical activity increases blood flow to the brain and prepares our kids mentally and emotionally for the challenges ahead. Let’s encourage our children to stay active and keep those nerves at bay as we get closer to test day. Stay tuned for more daily tips as we countdown to the IAR test! Together, we’re helping our students to test their best. ✨ #CountdownToIAR #GetActive #HealthyBodyHealthyMind #TestYourBest #OneWeekToGo #IAR=IAmReady #WeAreD87

📣 Countdown to IAR Test - One Week Away! 📣 All D87 3rd-8th graders will take the state IAR test and every day leading up to the test, we will share a "Test Your Best" strategy to help our students excel. Today's tip centers around healthy eating.🍎🥦 Food fuels our brain and the right foods can give it an extra boost. Opt for brain-boosting foods like fish, nuts, seeds, yogurt, and blueberries. These superfoods are not just delicious, but they're also packed with nutrients that support memory, concentration, and overall brain health. 🧠 So, let's help our children be as prepared as possible by focusing not just on studying, but also on eating right. Remember, our students' success is a team effort! Stay tuned for tomorrow's tip! #CountdownToIAR #TestYourBest #HealthyEating #OneWeekToGo #IAR=IAmReady #WeAreD87

They Did It Again!! The BJ boys 7th grade basketball team won again last night defeating Pekin Edison 37-26 in the IESA Sectional. With that win the team advances to the IESA State Finals this Saturday at Kingsley Jr. High.