February 2021 Banner Tracks
Banner. You belong here.
It's a great day to be a Bobcat!
Family Virtual Pictionary Night!
- K - 2 students - 5:30 - 6:15 PM
- 3 - 5 students - 6:30 - 7:15 PM
Come join us! More details to follow soon!!
Our current playground goal....
Valentine's Day Parties
Days off of school!
- NO School on Friday, February 12 due to a Remote Instructional Planning Day. Both in-person AND remote students will not attend school this day.
- There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 15 in honor of Presidents' Day! Enjoy the 4-day weekend!
PTO News
PTO Monthly meeting - Thursday, February 25 at 6:30 PM via Zoom
PTO Silent Auction (virtual style)
- The week of February 22! Stay tuned for details coming soon!!
Brrrrr!
Basketball for Dunlap Students
Any student grades 4th-8th interested in building or improving their basketball skill is invited to attend upcoming HOI Winter Basketball workouts beginning Sunday, February 7 through Sunday, February 28.
- Session 1 for grades 4th-6th from 1:00-2:15 (boys/girls) at DVMS
- Session 2 for grades 7th-8th from 2:15-3:30 (boys/girls) at DVMS
There will be a strong emphasis on shooting (off the dribble, off the catch, in transition), ball handling, and passing. For more information visit www.heartofillinoisbasketball.com. This is a great opportunity to get ready for the upcoming Dunlap Basketball seasons. Last year's session did fill up, so sign up soon.
See the picture below for further details.
2021-2022 Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration for the 2021-2022 school year will take place on Tuesday, February 23rd from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. A child must turn five years old on or before September, 1st of 2021 to attend Kindergarten in the fall.
A pre-registration link will be posted on our website in early February. This pre-registration link will save time during Kindergarten Registration. This link will be available through midnight on February 21st.
Parents will have three registration options which are outlined below:
Option 1: fully remote online registration
- Complete pre-registration link
- Upload three proofs of residency
- Upload your child's certified birth certificate
- Your child's registration code will be emailed to you the evening of February 23.
- No need to attend Kindergarten Registration
Option 2: in person pre-registration
- Complete pre-registration link
- Attend Kindergarten Registration
- Present staff three proofs of residency
- Present staff your child's certified birth certificate
- Your child's registration code will be given to you during Kindergarten Registration
Option 3: fully in person registration
- Attend Kindergarten Registration
- Complete paperwork upon arrival on February 23
- Present staff three proofs of residency
- Present staff your child's certified birth certificate
- Your child's registration code will be given to you during Kindergarten Registration
Please note that all three current proofs of residency outlined below and your child’s certified birth certificate must be presented before an online registration code can be provided/emailed.
*Three proofs of residency (see Dunlap District Residency Requirements here)
*Your child's original certified birth certificate
If you have any questions regarding online registration, please email the office.
Picture Retake Day
Spelling Bee Canceled in 2021
COVID Quarantine Clarifications
For students who are considered a close contact to a positive case outside of the home, the timeline is:
Quarantine for 10 days from the last day of exposure, with students eligible to return on the 11th day if symptom-free for the previous 24 hours.
Testing is recommended but not required. Students cannot return earlier with a negative test. If any symptoms develop during the quarantine period testing is highly recommended. Please report any symptoms or positive test results during quarantine to the school.
If the positive close contact is a family member within the household, the return date is generally 24 days. This will be determined on a case by case basis based on the last date of close contact and the ability to quarantine separately within the house.
There is a link on the district home page with COVID-19 information.
Your child is going to be absent?
Niche 2020 Rankings
Early Entrance Information
Currently, Dunlap CUSD #323 is taking applications for Early Entrance to Kindergarten and First Grade. Early Kindergarten Entrance applies to a current four-year-old who will not be five by September 1, has attended a preschool program, and parent(s)/guardian(s) believe he or she may be ready for kindergarten this fall. Early Entrance to First Grade applies to students who will not by six-years-old by September 1 but will be before December 31 and have attended a private kindergarten program outside of the district. If any of these conditions apply to your student, more information and the sign-up link can be found here on the district website. Early Entrance Applications will be accepted through April 1st, 2021. Any applications received after April 1 will not be considered for the screening dates and the 2021-22 school year.
Birthday Treat Guidelines
February Lunch Menu
Upcoming Events to get on your calendar
- 100th Day of School - Wednesday, February 3
- Progress Reports - Friday, February 5
- Valentine's Day Parties - Thursday, February 11
- NO School - Friday, February 12 (Remote Planning Day)
- NO School - Monday, February 15 (Presidents' Day)
- Family Pictionary Night - Friday, February 19 at 5:30 PM (K-2) and 6:30 PM (3-5)
- PTO Silent Auction - Week of February 22-26
- Kindergarten Registration - Tuesday, February 23 from 3:30 - 5:30 PM
How to connect with us!
Email: gfairchild@dunlapcusd.net
Website: www.dunlapcusd.net/banner
Location: 12610 North Allen Road, Dunlap, IL, United States
Phone: 309-243-7774
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BannerElementary
Twitter: @BESBobcats323