Belleville AmeriCorps at Southwestern Illinois College is seeking new AmeriCorps Members to serve as Summer Camp Counselors & Tutors for elementary-aged children this summer for Belleville Public School Districts #118 & #175. Counselors & Tutors will be supervised by, and work closely with, veteran educators throughout the summer. The primary responsibilities include tutoring; lesson planning; assisting the teachers in the organization of positive recreational and enrichment activities; organizing activities; and enforcing camp policies and procedures including the discipline policy for the children. AmeriCorps Members gain national service credentials, experience, and professional development, in addition to nearly $7,000 in cash & college money for their two months of service. The application deadline is April 23, 2024.
Join us this week for our Scholastic book fair. The book fair will be open Monday thru Friday from 8:00-8:30 and again from 11:00-12:00. Please enter through the gym door at the top of the ramp, cash and card accepted. Hope to see you there!
Congratulations Kenli - winner of Distict 118's Diversity Equity and Inclusion's art contest - What does belonging mean to me? for Pre-K!
Our ice cream social will take place at Washington School from 4:00 until 6:00 on Tuesday, May 7th. Please be sure to stop by our book fair that is located inside our gym.
We are asking all staff and students to wear their Belonging Begins With Belleville shirts tomorrow.
Fourth quarter midterm is Thursday, April 25th.
Today is Administrative Professionals Day! Thank you Gina for everything you do at Washington School!
Students from Belleville West Student Council visit Washington School to present "A Teddy Bear Clinic" to help our students become familiar with medical equipment, doctors, and lay the groundwork for making healthy choices.
Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First held on April 22, 1970, it now includes a wide range of events coordinated globally by Earthday.org including 1 billion people in more than 193 countries. The official theme for 2024 is "Planet vs. Plastics."
Please join me in recognizing our 118 Occupational Therapists and 118 Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants. During April, we want to raise awareness about the many benefits of occupational therapy and show appreciation for what our OTs and COTAs do to transform lives! Thank you, Rebecca Althoff, Rebekkah Brennfleck, Kati Eckert, Lacey Hilmes, Ashley Murphy, and Jenny Purslane!
Belleville's 1st annual "Touch A Truck" is Saturday, April 20th.
FREE Mobile Market is the 3rd Thursday of each month.
Fourth quarter midterm is Thursday, April 25th.
Learning about space and the eclipse in Ms. Coca's class!
Thank you for all you do to support our Washington students and staff!
Mark your calendar and stop by Bennie's Pizza on Wednesday, April 17th. Henry Raab & Washington Schools will receive 10% of all sales. Thank you for your support!
The little bunnies in Ms. Coca's class had fun hunting eggs.
Classes resume on Tuesday, April 2nd for all students.
Are you ready??? The Belonging store is OPEN! Please order items at the link below until April 8. We have different items and colors that really make a statement! Order now!!! https://bbwb24.itemorder.com/shop/home/
There is no school from March 27th through April 1st at Washington School, Spring Break.