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We hope you have had a wonderful and relaxing Spring Break! We look forward to welcoming the students back tomorrow! We have a busy week ahead! Over break, crews began removal of the heating boiler. While the building has been able to maintain heat, it is on the cooler side with the cooler weather we have experienced. Staff and students are encouraged to dress warmly over the next few days until warmer weather moves in.
5th and 7th grade students will enjoy a field trip tomorrow to the Clean Water Celebration in Peoria.
Wednesday is Administrative Professionals Day. Please thank the ladies in the office for all of their hard work to help our school run smoothly.
HSGS/JH presents Seussical Jr. the Musical. Performances will be held at the High School April 25th and April 26th at 7:30 PM and April 28th at 2:00. HSGS/JH K-8 students will be transported to the High School on Friday, April 26th, at 9:00 to enjoy the musical performance. Students will be bussed back to school around 10:30 and will return for normally scheduled lunch times.
5th Grade is looking forward to their Wax Museum Friday at 12:30.
2nd Grade is gearing up for their Talent Show Friday at 2:00.
Have a great week!
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released the annual Illinois Report Card on Oct. 27 at www.illinoisreportcard.com. The Report Card shows how well our school is progressing on a wide range of educational goals. As you know, our students’ academic growth slowed considerably during the pandemic, in line with nationwide trends. Our teachers, administrators, and staff, in partnership with you, are continuing to focus on improving our school and teaching practices to meet all student needs.
One component of the School Report Card is the annual summative designation – a descriptor of how well our school is meeting the needs of all students. This designation is federally required and is based on eight indicators of academic performance. Our designation of Targeted means that overall our school is performing well, but we have room to improve in how we serve one or more individual student groups.
At HSGS/JH, it is important to us that all our students succeed. The Targeted designation means that we will receive a federal grant and participate in a school improvement process that began with conducting a needs assessment, developing a school improvement team, and creating a school improvement plan.
Ultimately, this designation gives us the opportunity to reflect on our strengths and areas for growth and to further strengthen instruction and supports for our entire student community. We welcome this opportunity to dive into our data and to talk about additional improvements and investments we can make to support every student in reaching their fullest potential.
Our school is strongest when we all work together on behalf of our students, so we encourage you to give us your feedback. I invite you to take place in our Stakeholder Advisory Group. During the improvement process, the stakeholder advisory group provides an avenue for varied perspectives and concerns to be articulated and discussed to gain a fuller understanding of issues impacting the school and community. The group would consist of representation from teachers, students, school leaders, parents, local businesses, and community members. The group will meet periodically throughout the school improvement process.
The first meeting will be held on May 6th at 3:30 at the Grade School. Please reach out to Angie Merboth, Principal to express interest in taking place in the Advisory Group. (amerboth@hscud5.org 309-364-2531) We at HSGS/JH hold high expectations for all students and believe every student can meet our expectations with the right supports. Thank you for your continued partnership to ensure every child at HSGS/JH is thriving.
HSGS/JH presents Seussical Jr. the Musical. Performances will be held at the High School April 25th and April 26th at 7:30 PM and April 28th at 2:00. HSGS/JH K-8 students will be transported to the High School on Friday, April 26th, at 9:00 to enjoy the musical performance. Students will be bussed back to school around 10:30 and will return for normally scheduled lunch times.
Mindful Matters Personal Wellness in Seneca is forming an Autism (ASD) Caregiver Support Group as a part of their continuum of services for students and families in rural areas. The Autism Caregiver Support Group will meet, via Zoom, on the first Monday of each month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. The group's first meeting will take place on May 6, 2024. This is an "open group" which means participants can join at any time. There is no cost for attending the Autism Caregiver Support Group. Attendees can RSVP and access the meeting link by visiting our Facebook page at:
www.facebook.com/mindfulmatterspersonalwellness
Middle School Science Teacher (24-25 School Year): Henry-Senachwine Grade & Jr. High School is seeking an energetic, flexible, and highly motivated middle school Science teacher who will meet the academic, behavioral, social and emotional needs of students. The successful teacher candidate must demonstrate collaboration and leadership skills, plan and execute engaging, differentiated instruction that is aligned with the curriculum, demonstrate knowledge and understanding of effective instructional strategies, implement classroom management, work collectively with other staff members, exhibit a student-centered approach to learning, create a classroom environment conducive to learning and personal growth of children, assess individual learner needs and use data to meet the needs of all students, practice reflective teaching, monitor learner progress, and build strong ties between home and school.
Must have an Illinois Teaching Certificate endorsed in middle school science.
Must have an understanding of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated data driven instruction.
Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts.
The ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues.
Must have a background check and be finger printed.
Must be an ethical person with high moral values and integrity.
Must be organized and flexible.
To express interest in this position, the following documents must be submitted to Mrs. Angie Merboth, Henry-Senachwine Grade & Jr. High School Principal, at amerboth@hscud5.org: letter of interest, resume, copy of transcripts, credentials, and three letters of reference.
Due to health concerns and scheduling, treats and snacks for any occasion must be arranged in advance with the classroom teacher. All treats and snacks must be store bought and prepackaged in individual servings. No homemade treats or snacks are allowed at school. Treats and snacks may not require refrigeration and must have a clearly printed list of ingredients on the packaging.
HENRY-SENACHWINE SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNOUNCES...
FREE MEALS TO CONTINUE
The Henry-Senachwine School District is pleased to announce that we will be continuing to implement a new option available to schools participating in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs called the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2023-2024 school year.
What does this mean for you and your children attending the Henry-Senachwine School District? All enrolled students are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at no charge each day of the school year. No further actions are required of the parents/guardians. Your child(ren) will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit an application.
The CEP Program will take effect the first day of school. Charges for ALA Carte purchases at the High School and extra milk purchases at both Schools will still apply.
If you have any questions related to the CEP Program, please contact Food Service Director, Sasha Stillwell. Her email is sstillwell@hscud5.org or you may call 309-364-3614.
Students entering kindergarten and sixth grade will be required to provide proof of a completed physical examination including an immunization record in addition to a completed dental examination. Students in second grade will also be required to provide proof of a dental examination. Additionally, students entering kindergarten and students entering an Illinois school for the first time are required to receive a vision examination. New students to the district will need a completed Illinois physical examination and completed immunization record. All school physicals and immunization records are due on October 15, 2023. New students will also need to bring in a copy of a certified birth certificate. Proof of residency is required for all new families registering in the district. If you have any questions, please call the Henry-Senachwine Grade and Junior High School office at 309-364-2531. New students may register at https://www.teacherease.com/NewFamilyRegistration.aspx?refid=f4749a61-fb7d-4049-9507-5bc36448819f