About our School Boulder Hill Elementary School
World-class schools serving caring communities. We are Accountable-Respectful-Engaged We A.R.E. Boulder Hill |
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| SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS Monday - 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM
Tuesday - 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Wednesday - 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Thursday - 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Friday - 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM |
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| This Year is a RAINBOW of POSSIBILITIES |
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REMINDER: NO SCHOOL MONDAY, JANUARY 20TH IN CELEBRATION OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY |
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| Martin Luther King, Jr.
Here are some links to learn more about this Civil Rights Leader. |
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| Kindergarten Registration
coming soon. Spread the word! Oswego, Ill. (January 14, 2025) – Registration is now open for kindergarten students who are new to Oswego Community Unit School District 308. Children will need to be 5 years of age by Sept. 1, 2025 to register for kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year.
Students who are currently enrolled in preschool at Brokaw Early Learning Center, Lakewood Creek Elementary School, Long Beach Elementary School, or Wolf’s Crossing Elementary School are considered “Returning Students” and therefore do not need to register for kindergarten at this time. Registration for the 2025-26 school year will be available in March for Returning Students. Additional information will be sent out to the families of Returning Students via the parent portal in February.
To learn more and register, please visit our kindergarten web page. Additionally, please mark your calendars for the New Student Kinder-Quest taking place in the Oswego East High School Atrium from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11. |
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Boulder Hill Drama Club Spring Play Auditions coming in February Don't wait to sign-up as there are a limited number of audition spots that will be available.
DEADLINE TO COMPLETE THE FORM IS JANUARY 31ST |
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| Attendance Challenge
School attendance is very important. This year we are launching a school-wide attendance challenge. Our attendance percentages have been on a decline. Let's pick it back up! Attendance Week of January 6-11, 2025 K - 91% 1 - 90% 2 - 91% 3 - 90% 4 - 93% 5 - 90%
Please take a look on how Attendance matters and what you can do in the attachments below by attendanceworks.org |
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| STUDENT COUNCIL NEWS Please enjoy this episode of Student Council News Episode 9 |
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| News from the Nurse
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that in line with the national trend, the state’s overall respiratory illness level has ticked up from "Moderate" to "High," driven by an expected early winter jump in hospital admissions. The IDPH Respiratory Illness Dashboard has recorded four pediatric deaths this season from flu, COVID-19, and RSV, providing a stark reminder about the importance of vaccinations for children and of the risk of serious illness from these largely preventable seasonal illnesses.
School administrators and school nurses are advised to be aware of this current uptick in respiratory illness and to raise awareness that it's not too late to get vaccinated. It takes about two weeks for vaccinations to provide their full level of protection.
With the increase in respiratory viruses, as well as norovirus, ISBE and IDPH would like to encourage schools to double down on everyday actions to prevent and control transmission within the schools with these five steps:
- Take steps for cleaner air
- Cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting
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Hand washing
- Respiratory etiquette
- Vaccinations
For additional details on each step, please reference CDC’s guidance. As always, please contact your local health department (LHD) with any additional questions, concerns or assistance. If you are experiencing an outbreak from norovirus, please contact the LHD to report the outbreak and discuss steps to contain transmission. While respiratory outbreaks are no longer reportable, you can still contact your LHD with any questions or concerns about implementing the above strategies. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that in line with the national trend, the state’s overall respiratory illness level has ticked up from "Moderate" to "High," driven by an expected early winter jump in hospital admissions. The IDPH Respiratory Illness Dashboard has recorded four pediatric deaths this season from flu, COVID-19, and RSV, providing a stark reminder about the importance of vaccinations for children and of the risk of serious illness from these largely preventable seasonal illnesses.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHEN TO KEEP YOUR CHILD HOME FROM SCHOOL -
Vomiting and/or diarrhea within last 24 hours
- Fever (greater than 100.0)
- Shortness of breath or wheezing, not controlled with an inhaler (if applicable)
- Constant or uncontrolled cough/coughing that wakes child in the night
- Rash that has not been evaluated/cleared by physician
- Drainage + redness from one or both eyes
- Severe sore throat
HEALTH FORM REQUIREMENTS KINDERGARTEN AND NEW/INCOMING STUDENT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - Dental Exam Form due by May 15, 2025
SECOND GRADE HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - Dental Exam Form due by May 15, 2025
Forms can be brought to school, sent in with your student, emailed, or faxed to the contact info below! Please do NOT upload forms to PowerSchool as we may be unable to access them on our end.
SD308 Health Forms & Documents MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
The SD308 Medication Authorization form must be completed and signed by a doctor and parent before a medication can be given at school. This applies to ALL medication, prescription and over the counter including: Acetaminophen, Motrin, eye drops, allergy medications, antibiotics, inhalers, cough drops, etc. Medications MUST be transported to/from school by an ADULT, not your student.
Nurse Contact Info Sarah Xenos Phone number: 630-636-2902 |
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| Parent Focused Group
Next meeting -February 11th @ 6PM Topic: 5 Essentials I am looking forward to continuing our Parent Focused Group conversations this year. Light refreshments will be provided for adults and students. Childcare will be provided as well. Thank you to those of you who signed up to attend. This helps with planning for food and childcare.
Please use the following link to show your interest https://forms.gle/u66fWnG5tzyc8D8W8
Thank you to all of the families who were able to join us on January 14th. Included in this newsletter is the information that was shared. Please make sure to share your voice on the school district's Strategic Plan. Attached below please find a PDF of the presentation. |
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Did you know that we have a Parent Library? We are pleased to offer our families the opportunity to check out some resources from our Parent Library. These books can be checked out at the main office. |
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STAY INFORMED, GET INVOLVED! |
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PLEASE LIKE - boulderhillpta - ON FACEBOOK President - Eric Pereira Sr.
Vice President - Rick Heuerman Treasurer - Esmeralda Foster Corresponding Secretary - Brenda Dominguez Record Secretary - Dan Toutant |
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SD308 Needs your Voice in creating the distirct Strategic Plan
Setting a path for the next several years, our district is collecting ideas from students, parents, staff, and community members to inform the development of a Strategic Plan. There are many ways to share your voice, one is through short Quick Questions that are emailed to the SD308 community.
Additional information can be found on the “My Story” webpage of our district website. Here, you can complete quick online polls, learn more about each of our upcoming events, and sign up to join us for one of the town hall sessions or focus groups. We look forward to hearing your feedback soon! Together, we will continue to empower, support, and motivate all students to thrive along their unique educational journeys. Together, we will write the next chapter of our story as a district. |
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Important Upcoming Dates - January 20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - NO SCHOOL
- January 24 - Watch D.O.G.S. day
- January 24 - PTA Multcultural Night
- January 27 - 5th grade Family Engagement night
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February 5 & 6 - Drama Club Auditions (By appointment only)
- February 11 - Parent Focus Group @ 6PM
- February 11 - PTA meeting @ 7PM
- February 12 - Donuts with Grownups
- February 13 - Classroom parties
- February 14 - School Improvement Day - NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE
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February 17 - President's Day - NO SCHOOL
- February 21 - End of 2nd Trimester
- February 21 - Watch D.O.G.S. day
- February 21 - PTA VIP Dance @ 6PM
- February 28 - Countywide Institute Day - NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE
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January Recognizes: Cervical Health Awareness Month, National Blood Donor Month, Self-Love Month, New Year’s Day (1/1), World Braille Day (1/4), Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (1/9), Muhammad Ali Day (1/17), Martin Luther King Jr. Day (1/20), National Day of Racial Healing (1/21), No Name-Calling Day (1/20-1/24), Lunar New Year (1/29) |
Kendall County 2-1-1 This online database is available to anyone looking for basic needs, crisis/mental health services, financial assistance, health care, support groups, etc.
For assistance you can text (898211), call (888-865-9903), or website (www.findhelp211.org) |
Mental Health Resources Mental Health & Wellness are important, but often overlooked. Remember that there are a number of resources available to SD308 students and families. If you or someone you know needs help or wants to discuss mental health concerns: -
Visit the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Website.
- Dial 988 to reach the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
- Text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line
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Contact Safe2Help Illinois: Dial 844-4-SAFEIL, Text SAFE2 (72332), email HELP@Safe2HelpIL.com
- DHH: Chat or 711 then 988
- En Español: Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis 988 y 1-888-628-9454
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress. |
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