The District Weekly for March 13, 2024
March 13, 2024 (español)
Hello BPS101 Family-
Ready for a pick-me-up? Check out this great story from Louise White Elementary School.
Thank you to all of the families who completed the 5Essentials survey. We started last week with a 5% parent/guardian response rate, and we are now at 14% as a district. However, we still have work to do! Only Grace McWayne Elementary and HC Storm Elementary have reached the 20% threshold. We need each school to have a 20% response rate. If you haven’t completed the survey, will you please do so? Please visit http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent to take the parent survey. Additional information: Parent Guide (in English and Spanish) Thank you!
Hall of Honor Inductees Announced
On Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, the Batavia Foundation for Educational Excellence (BFEE), in partnership with Batavia Public Schools, will welcome eight inductees into its Hall of Honor at Batavia High School. Inductees were chosen from a list of individuals that were nominated in three categories; BHS Graduate, BPS101 Staff, and Friend of BPS101. These recognitions are to honor and commemorate the individuals who have excelled and provided our students with examples of what to aspire to be. More>>
Rock the Runway (BHS)
This is a must-see show! Tickets are still available for Wonder, the BHS Production of Rock the Runway, a wearable art fashion show. The show is on Saturday, March 16, at 7:30 PM, at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre. Find out more about this and other events happening around the District HERE>>
A Message from the City of Batavia (Mahoney Creek)
An FAQs list has been developed to answer questions about the Mahoney Creek foam discharge. There is also a hotline number and an email address for residents to report concerns or ask questions. The FAQs answer questions about coming into contact with Mahoney Creek and whether Batavia’s drinking water has been impacted. Additional questions and answers will be added as City staff receive more information about the ongoing investigation. Visit bataviail.gov/mahoneyfoam for the FAQs. Call 630-454-2002 or email mcreek@bataviail.gov with questions and concerns.
Batavia Special-Education Parent Network (BSPN) Event March 13 (TONIGHT)
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Please join Batavia Special-Education Parent Network (BSPN) for a Parent Presentation on Mental Health on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 from 6:30-7:30 PM at the Rosalie Jones Administration Center, 335 W. Wilson Street, Batavia. Speaker, Stephanie Dewinski, Associate Executive Director at Suicide Prevention Services of America, Batavia will discuss and break down myths and statistics about suicide. We will discuss warning signs and risk factors for suicide, as well as steps we can take to help someone thinking of suicide and ways to connect them to supportive resources. Please RSVP here or visit bspn-batavia.org/upcoming-events
Medicaid Changes
We want to share a public service announcement from the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Got Medicaid? Get ready to renew! Use Manage My Case to access your benefits, check your redetermination due date, and verify your mailing address. If you’re due, renew online right away. MORE >>
Announcements from Batavia Music Buffs
Open Board Positions 2024-2025: The Batavia Music Buffs are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our board for the 2024-2025 school year. Open Positions: Treasurer, Events, Orchestra, Membership. Interested in learning more? Please reach out to Melissa Casey at president@bataviamusicbuffs.org for more information
Mattress Fundraiser April 20: The Batavia Music Buffs will be hosting our annual Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday, April 20th, 10 AM -5 PM at Batavia High School, with Fernando’s available for lunch from 11-2. All BPS staff will receive a 10% discount on any mattress purchase.
Trivia Night April 21st: Join us for an exciting evening of trivia and fun at the Batavia Music Buffs Annual Trivia Night! Doors open at 4:45 PM on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the Batavia Moose Lodge. Link to register: https://www.bataviamusicbuffs.org/product-page/trivia-night
Scholarships Available for Summer Music Camps: Attention music students! Apply now for scholarships from the Batavia Music Buffs to support your summer music camp experience. Additional details and requirements as well as the applications can be found line: https://www.bataviamusicbuffs.org/funding-requests
Important Dates:
Monday, March 11-April 9 – Ramadan
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 – Batavia Special-Education Parent Network Mental Health Presentation
Saturday, March 16, 2024 – Parent Visioning Session (Thank you to the 117 that responded!)
Saturday, March 16, 2024 – Rock the Runway at BFAC
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 – Board of Education Meeting
March 25-April 1 – Spring Break (No School)
Saturday, April 20, 2024 – Music Buffs Mattress Sale
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – Music Buffs Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser
Be well,
BPS101