Boulder Hill Elementary
September 9, 2022
About our School
Boulder Hill Elementary School
World-class schools serving caring communities.
We A.R.E. Boulder Hill
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Email: webmaster@sd308.org
Website: https://www.sd308.org/boulderhill
Location: 163 Boulder Hill Pass, Montgomery, IL, USA
Phone: (630)636-2900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boulderhill308/
Twitter: @boulderhill308
Arrival/Dismissal
8:45 AM - DOORS OPEN FOR STUDENT ARRIVAL (there is no supervision prior to 8:45 AM)
9:00 AM - school starts / instruction begins
3:50 PM - end of school / student dismissal
REGULAR OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday - 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM
September 11 - Patriot's Day in observance of 9/11/2001
Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15 - October 15
Boulder Hill Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15)
“Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America" (census.gov)
The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402. (hispanicheritagemonth.gov)
Do Not Photograph - DEADLINE September 15
Do Not Photograph Form- The annual Do Not Photograph form linked here is available for parents through September 15, per Board of Education Policy 7:360. Parents may complete the form or mail written notice to the district annually for their student to be excluded from publication of photographs, name, or other identifying information.
You only need to complete this form if you DO NOT want your child's photograph included in classroom, school or district publications or electronic communications.
Curriculum Night & Title I Parent Informational Session information
I want send a thank you to the families who were able to come out on Thursday for Curriculum Night and our Title I Parent Information Session. The school and family connection is an important part of each child's success.
Attached please find:
- Title I information session presentation
- Boulder Hill school compact (these were sent home with your student and should be signed and returned to school)
- You can also acknowledge receipt of the compact and view the compact through this survey. Here's a link to acknowledge receipt of the compact. https://forms.gle/wUkLxiW8DYSbhvDQ7
Boulder Hill Yearbook - 10% Discount going on now
Capture the memories of the school year. Order a Yearbook. All orders received by September 30 will receive a 10% discount.
Here's some interesting perks:
- Customize Your 2 Free Pages Add photos from your computer, Facebook, Instagram, Google Drive & more.
- Answer fun Memory Questions to help remember the year.
- The 2 Custom Pages are FREE and are printed ONLY in your book. Want more pages? Each additional 2 pages is just $0.99.
See attached flyer for more information.
COVID-19 Information
- COVID-19 cases are not reported by specific classroom, however school data can be found on the metrics page of our website. Cases of COVID-19 are self-reported, these numbers do not contain students/staff who may be out sick but did not report a positive COVID-19 result.
- To report a positive COVID-19 case in a student or staff member, please click here.
- The district's Safety Plan and Metrics can be found on the COVID-19 information page.
- Free Testing is available at several loctions across the state, learn more here.
Please see information attached regarding Adult ESL Classes
IMPORTANT! BREAKFAST/LUNCH PROGRAM NO LONGER FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS.
National School Lunch Program- Applications Required if Eligible
Food Service
The federal program providing free breakfast and lunches to all students during COVID-19 has expired and meals are no longer free for all students. However, for families that qualify, free or reduced meals are available with an approved application.
Free/Reduced Lunch
Those who qualify for free or reduced cost meals must complete an application. The deadline to apply is October 1. Information and the application can be found here. This is the same program that was in place prior to COVID-19.
Meal Costs
Students who are not using the free/reduced meal program will have the option to purchase a complete meal, just a beverage, or ala carte options from the cafeteria at Breakfast and/or Lunch. Junior High and High School students should have their student ID with them in line during lunch, so applicable charges can be deducted from their balance. Elementary cafeteria staff will assist those students with charges.
Adding funds
Parents/guardians can add money to a student meal account eaily using the PushCoin online system; there is no transaction fee for doing so. Alternatively, a check can be sent to the school and the funds will be added to the student account.
Meal Choices
Supply chain challenges have decreased, so we anticipate that planned meals and food offerings will be more readily available, with less substitutions. Ala carte options are returning as they were prior to the pandemic- offerings vary by grade level. More information about offerings can be found on the Food Service page of our website.
Breakfast
Breakfast is available before school at all locations. It is open to all, including those with free/reduced lunch, and those charging their PushCoin account. Snack items can be chosen during the breakfast service and saved for a designated snack time or for after school. Options vary by school and building level.
Please take a look at the district Parent Update newsletter - September 9, 2022
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Important Upcoming Dates
- September 11 - Patriot Day
- September 11 - 17 - National Arts in Education Week
- Septermber 13 - PTA meeting @ Boudler Hill school 7pm
- September 15- October 15 - Hispanic Heritage Months
- September 21 - Fall Picture Day
- Septermber 23 - Watch D.O.G.S. day
- September 23 - PTA Cherrydale Fundraiser Kick-off
- September 27 - PTA gym night (K-2)
- October 7 - School Improvement 3.5 hour student attendance day
- October 7 - PTA Cherrydale fundraiser ends
- October 10 - No School - Indigenous Peoples Day/ Columbus Day
- October 18 - PTA meeting @ Boudler Hill school 7pm
- October 19 - Unity Day
- October 20 - Fannie May fundraiser kick-off
- October 21 - Watch D.O.G.S. day
- October 22 _ PTA Trunk & Treat
- October 26 - Fall Pictures retakes
- October 28 - Classroom parties
- October 28 - PTA Bingo night
- October 31 - Halloween day
- November 1 - Fannie May fundraiser ends
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.
- https://www.sd308.org/Page/24707 - District website
- Here is information on mental health and welness groups that are offered through OswegoWellnes & PlainfiledWellness https://www.oswegowellness.com/programs