Boulder Hill Elementary School

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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

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

Hello SD 308 Families,

I hope this message finds you well. This week, I am requesting your assistance in talking with your child(ren) about the importance of keeping threatening words and/or inappropriate discussions out of school. Recently we've worked through a number of situations where students said things that caused fear in others. While intentions of harm may not always be real, when potentially threatening language or topics are discussed it necessitates a response. We want all students to feel safe while at school and we try to minimize disruptions as much as possible.

I am so proud of the students who have come forward to report to a trusted adult when things they see or hear are concerning, "see something, say something". We take each of these reports seriously and conduct a full investigation in order to maintain a safe learning environment in our schools.

It's important for students to remember that their choice of words and actions can cause serious repercussions when they generate fear and disruption at school. Resources are used each time we investigate these situations, including consultation and sometimes response from police. Thank you for your help in reviewing with your child(ren) what is appropriate to discuss at school, and what is not. It's hard for students to understand that even when they're joking, certain statements have to be taken seriously and consequences may be significant.

As always, we value our important family and school partnership as we work together to provide students with the best educational experience possible.

Have a wonderful weekend and stay warm!

Superintendent Dr. John Sparlin's retriement announcement was included in the Januaray 13, 2023 Parent Update from SD308. Please take some time to visit the district's website for more information regarding this important process. https://www.sd308.org/Page/27071

With the upcoming retirement of Superintendent Dr. John Sparlin at the conclusion of the 2022-23 school year, a comprehensive search for the next Superintendent will soon begin.

The Board of Education recognizes that the selection of a Superintendent of Schools is its most important responsibility for the students, staff, families, and other stakeholders of our school district community. The Board of Education is committed to a search process that is transparent and collaborative with input from all school district stakeholders. All information related to the search process will be updated on this page and shared in periodic district newsletters.

Kindergarten Registration - Sessions are rapidly approaching! Please sign-up your upcoming kindergartener. If you know of anyone with a child who will be at the age to enter kindergarten, please share this information.

• Monday, February 6th

• Thursday, February 9th (Boulder Hill staff will be present on this date)

• Monday, February 13th

• Wednesday, February 15th

You may attend any of the dates above.

Restration impacts staffing!

The Illinois 5Essentials Survey for students and teachers will be conducted January 24 through March 31. Our district also participates in the Parent Survey Supplement, which will be conducted during that same timeframe. This annual survey is an important tool for us, providing a glimpse into the current perception of students, teachers and parents. Prior research has shown that schools strong on three or more of the 5Essentials were 10 times more likely to improve student learning gains than schools weak on three or more of the Essentials.

Wondering what the Essentials are?

• Effective Leaders
• Collaborative Teachers
• Involved Families
• Supportive Environments
• Ambitious Instruction

Please take the time to complete the parent survey today! We need a minimum of 20% parent response rate. Principals and superintendents will receive their 5Essentials Reports in May 2023. If you have any questions about 5Essentials you can contact me or learn more about the survey platform online here.

Here is the link to take the survey:

http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/

When asked to select a county, choose Kendall.

Have a great day!

Parents, we need your help. Safety is a priority at Boulder Hill. This includes student entry and dismissal. We have received multiple complaints regarding members of the Bobcat family community not following rules of the road as well as school procedures.

• School issued student name card must be displayed and presented for all Car Riders & Kindergarten Walkers during dismissal.
• Students designated are 'Car Riders' will be released to cars in the car rider line. Parents should not walk up to the door to retrieve their student.
• Each student should be belted in a seat. (One student, One seat, One seat belt). Please see the following links for more information regarding car seat & seat belt safety and laws.
• All students and families should listen to the staff supervising arrival & dismissal. They are there for your safety.
• Walkers & families should not cut through the bus parking lot. Everyone should cross at the cross walk with the crossing guard.
• Remain behind the cones so that students can walk through a clear path.
• Avoid parking in front of residential driveways
• Avoid parking on Boulder Hill Pass in front of Boulder Hill School. This interferes with the pick-up lines

As a reminder, if winter weather interrupts our ability to open schools or hold extracurricular activities, we will do our best to notify you as early as possible and in a number of ways. School closing information can always be found on our website, social media channels, and by visiting the Emergency Closing Center website. We will use our Blackboard messaging system to send alerts through email, text, and phone. Now is a good time to log in to Tyler SIS to view your account information and be sure phone numbers and email addresses are correct! Your school can assist you with any changes you may need to make. Please remember to send students dressed appropriately for the cold!

Pass It On is a way to send a shout-out or thank you to any SD 308 staff member. Every day there are staff members doing great things for students, co-workers, parents, and our community. Let’s recognize these acts of kindness, big or small!

With the Pass It On system, you can take a few seconds to submit a note of recognition to someone in the SD 308 family. These notes will be sent to the recipient once a week. Notes can be sent from an individual, team, or anonymously.

Kindness is contagious, so we encourage you to Pass It On!

Send a Pass It On!

A little show of appreciation can go a long way!

To start the year off, the Oswego Public Library District has several book clubs starting up again in Youth Services.

Registration is required for these programs.

For kids in Grades 2 - 3:

• Kids + Books = FUN on Monday, February 13
• 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM at Montgomery Campus
• February’s book will be revealed at the meeting, and children will get to keep the book.

For kiddos in Grades 3 - 5:

• I Survived this Book Club on Monday, January 23
• 7:00 - 7:30 PM, at Montgomery Campus
• January’s book is, I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919 by Lauren Tarshis

For 4 - 5 Graders:

• Graphic Novel Book Club on Wednesday, February 8,
• 7:00-7:45 at Montgomery Campus
• February’s book is, Frizzy, by Claribel A. Ortega

Over 30 hands-on activities await young, curious minds. Perfect for elementary and junior high students who enjoy experimenting and getting creative.

Please consider pre-registering to help us prepare plenty of materials. You can register with this Google Form . Email pphelps@sd308 with questions.

March 3, 2023 5pm-8pm

• February 1-28 - Black History Month
• February 3 - Kendall County Community Food Pantry - Oswego Satellite site
• February 3 - Student Council Spirit Day: "Say Yes" day
• February 7 - PTA meeting 7PM
• February 8 - PTA Culvers Night
• February 9 - Kindergarten Registration (Boulder Hill staff present)

• February 11 - Black History Month - Professionals FAIR

  Oswego East High School (10am -1:00pm)

• February 15 - PTA Gym Night (3rd & 4th grade) 6:30 - 7:30 PM
• February 17 - School Improvement Day - 3.5 hour student attendance (student dismissal 12:30 pm)
• February 17 - End of 2nd trimester
• February 20 - President's Day (NO SCHOOL)
• February 24 - Watch DOGS day
• February 24 - PTA VIP Dance

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

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• 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.