Frequently asked bond question: What is the multipurpose building? Contains: two large classrooms that can be dual purpose as a meeting/changing room (includes shower/bathrooms), area for officials, and restroom for those using the track. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: Why is a NEW track included? USD 338 had 72 students out for track last year. There is an inequity to these athletes. They do not have a facility that is appropriate for practice or hosting a meet. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: What is included in the new track design? New design will allow for: fix to the correct radius, upgrade to rubberized surface, and an additional lane. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: Why do you need another elementary SPED room? The district can move approximately 30-40 students through the current one SPED room each day depending on student needs for the day. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: What is a STEM room? A classroom for PreK-8 STEM (science, technology, engineering, math)- we no longer have a technology lab. Supports critical thinking and problem solving. (i.e. drones, robotics, etc.) More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond question: Why do you need more classrooms? New educational opportunities (Ag) have created some space challenges. A preschool addition creates space for another SPED room and a STEM room. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Bond question: Security and safety upgrade?
Upgrades will be made to the security camera system. Also upgrades to the intercom system that will allow more control over building communications. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
-Games vs P Ridge, start at 4:30-West gym-(B - C -0o
-Sandwiches will be ordered in the AM, ready to serve at 3:25.
-$ owed - 7th & 8th will have 10 meals x $5=$50 The NEK team of 12 players will pay for 2 more games after announced later in season. 6th graders will have 5 home games @$5=$25. If and when they get to travel-pay as they go. Cheerleaders served only on away games including NEK 7 @ $5=$35. 6th Cheer and BBall will owe $60.
Go to https://dragons2021.itemorder.com/sale for your Dragon attire for the season! Help support the MS BBall team get a new heavy duty ball cart and spread school spirit!
Great night for the middle school. Football team beat Oskie 38-6 ending their season 5-2! Great job Dragons! Cheerleaders did a fantastic job cheering on our dragons!
Frequently asked bond question: How can I learn more about the bond facts? Attend the Townhall Meeting at Kendall State Bank on Oct. 26 at 7:00 PM. Get your questions answered! Visit our website for more information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
FCCLA BBQ
Where: Valley Falls Football Stadium
When: October 22 vs Washington County
What: We will be serving hamburgers, hot dogs, bratwursts, homemade fries,
homemade cookies, chips and a drink.
Cost: Full meal deal- $7.00
* Meals include: Meat entrée, fries or chips, two cookies, and drink
We will begin serving at 6:00. Please come hungry and support FCCLA.
Some action photos from the HS CC meet yesterday at Jackson Heights.
Frequently asked bond questions: Is this a 20 year bond? Yes. The old bond ends in 7 years, mills will drop then. It does not extend the old bond. They are two separate bonds. Click here for more information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt Vote Nov. 2. Your Vote Counts.
Frequently asked bond questions- Will it raise my taxes? NO, the mill levy will remain the same. Click here for more information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt Vote Nov. 2. Your Vote Counts.
Frequently asked bond questions- Why won't it raise my taxes? The district refinanced the current bond - saving tax payers money and dropping the mill levy for 22-23. Utilizing these mills provides funds for capital improvements. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
Frequently asked bond questions: What is on the bond? Safety and Security Improvements, Replacing HS HVAC, Greenhouse, Elementary Addition, New Track, and Multipurpose Room at the Stadium. More information: https://bit.ly/3lTG3Mt
VB JV & Varsity lost hard fought matches with McLouth while JV won against Horton and Varsity lost in another hard fought battle. Great job ladies!
Congratulations to the MS Football Team for their 38-6 win tonight! They finish the year at 5-2 and a 3rd place finish in the NEKL. Awesome job!
Awesome job to the boys and girls cross country teams both finishing 2nd at the Jackson Heights meet this afternoon
We're really excited for this new basketball program designed for girls grades 3-6! Sign your kids up to be a part of the Lil' Dragons basketball club, get a HS basketball sister, and join the team for activities Nov. - Feb. A shirt and basketball are included in the cost and the rest of the proceeds go to help out the HS girls basketball program. Sign up through Wendy in the elementary office by Friday Nov. 12.
