🏰✨ "U-Knighted" and it feels so good! ✨🛡️ Our incoming 6th graders are officially "U-Knighted,"! ⚔️💙 This week was a blast at BJHS's U-Knighted program, they met future classmates, conquered those tricky lockers, and had a tour of their new kingdom- and don’t forget the cookie challenge!! 🎒🗝️🍪 Our Knights in training are ready for their next adventure! #BJHSKnights #NewAdventure #Uknighted #Welcome6thGraders #WeAreD87 🏰✨ ¡U-Knighted y se siente muy bien! ✨🛡️ ¡Nuestros estudiantes de 6to grado están oficialmente U-Knighted! Esta semana fue muy divertida en el programa de BJHS U-Knighted, pudieron conocer futuros compañeros de clase, conquistaron sus complicados casilleros y ¡dieron un recorrido por su nuevo reino!¡¡Y no te olvides del desafío de las galletas!! 🎒🗝️🍪 ¡Nuestros Knights están entrenados y listos para su próxima aventura! #KnightsdeBJHS #NuevaAventura #Uknighted #Bienvenidos^toGrado #SomosD87
5 months ago, District 87
Uknighted classroom
Opening lockers
Cookie Challenge
working at Uknighted program
Unighted program
working at Uknighted
Cookie Challenge
Opening lockers
Uknighted program
🎶🥁 Last Week's Band Camp with the Marching Raiders! 🎷🎺 The Marching Raiders truly brought their A-game to band camp last week, preparing for this year's performances! 🌟 Each day was filled with notes, rhythms, and harmonies as they fine-tuned their routines. We can't wait to see our Marching Raiders take the field this year and dazzle us with their talent! 📣 #MarchingRaiders #BandCampSuccess #ReadyToPerform #SchoolSpirit #WeAreD87 🎶🥁 ¡Campamento de banda de la semana pasada con los Marching Raiders! 🎷🎺 ¡Los Marching Raiders realmente trajeron su mejor nivel al campamento de bandas la semana pasada, preparándose para las presentaciones de este año! 🌟 Cada día estuvo lleno de notas, ritmos y armonías mientras afinaban sus rutinas. ¡Estamos ansiosos por ver a nuestros Marching Raiders salir al campo este año y deslumbrarnos con su talento! 📣 #MarchingRaiders #BandCampSuccess #ReadyToPerform #SchoolSpirit #WeAreD87
5 months ago, District 87
band practicing
band practicing
color guard
band shoes
band uniforms
colorguard
🌈✨Yesterday was an incredible day at the Bloomington Pride Fest with the D87 Pride Club representing! 🎉 From temporary tattoos to heartfelt notes of encouragement and creative crafts, the table was buzzing with energy, color, and connection. 🖌️💖 It was great to see D87 staff, students, and community members all coming together to celebrate diversity and support each other. Let's keep the spirit of Pride alive every day. Here's to more fun, understanding, and love! 💜💙💚💛🧡❤️ #D87Pride #BloomingtonPrideFest #D87PrideClub #PrideFest2024 #WeAreD87 🌈✨ ¡Ayer fue un día increíble en el Bloomington Pride Fest con la representación del D87 Pride Club! 🎉 Desde tatuajes temporales hasta sentidas notas de aliento y manualidades creativas, la mesa estaba llena de energía, color y conexión. 🖌️💖 Fue fantástico ver al personal, los estudiantes y los miembros de la comunidad del D87 reunirse para celebrar la diversidad y apoyarse mutuamente. Mantengamos vivo el espíritu del Orgullo todos los días. ¡Por más diversión, comprensión y amor! 💜💙💚💛🧡❤️ #D87Pride #BloomingtonPrideFest #D87PrideClub #PrideFest2024 #WeAreD87
5 months ago, District 87
pride fest collage
🎉 Learning & Fun at The Feast! 📚✨ D87 staff attending "The Feast" this week for professional development are having a blast while picking up new tips and tricks for their classrooms! It’s not just about learning; it's about enjoying the journey and sharing ideas!🙌 #D87PD #TheFeast #EducationInnovation #LearningIsFun #TeacherDevelopment #WeAreD87
5 months ago, District 87
D87 Staff at the Feast
D87 Staff at the Feast
D87 Staff at the Feast
D87 Staff at the Feast
D87 Staff at the Feast
D87 Staff at the Feast
🌟 Join the D87 Family! 🌟 As we gear up for an exciting new school year, we’re on the lookout for individuals ready to make a positive impact in our D87 schools! 🏫✨ We have open positions in food service, lunchroom supervision, paraprofessional roles, and custodial work, as well as other positions. Check out all our open positions on the D87 website under employment. 🍏📚 👉 Apply today and become part of the D87 family! Let’s make this school year the best one yet! #D87Careers #JoinOurTeam #MakeADifference #EducationJobs #ApplyNow #WeAreD87 🌟 ¡Únete a la familia D87! 🌟 Mientras nos preparamos para un nuevo y emocionante año escolar, ¡estamos buscando personas listas para generar un impacto positivo en nuestras escuelas del D87! 🏫✨ Tenemos puestos vacantes en servicio de alimentos, supervisión de comedor, roles de paraprofesionales y trabajo de conserjería, así como otros puestos. Consulte todos nuestros puestos vacantes en el sitio web de D87 en Empleo. 🍏📚 👉 ¡Solicita hoy y forma parte de la familia D87! ¡Hagamos de este año escolar el mejor hasta ahora! #D87Carreras #ÚneteANuestroEquipo #HazUnaDiferencia #EmpleosEducativos #SolicitaAhora #SomosD87
5 months ago, District 87
work with us graphic
🖥️🍎 "The Feast" kicked off today, a tech-focused professional development conference made for and by D87 teachers. It’s a week dedicated to learning new tech tools and strategies teachers can bring to their classrooms. Special shoutout to our keynote speaker, Punya Mishra from Arizona State University (fun fact: Mr. Punya Mishra designed the D87 logo back in 1995)! This will be a week packed with valuable takeaways for our teachers. Here's to innovation and improvement in the year ahead!🌟📚 #TheFeastD87 #TechPD #D87Teachers #InnovationInEducation #WeAreD87 🖥️🍎 “The Feast” despegó el dia de hoy, el departamento de desarrollo profesional está ofreciendo una conferencia enfocada en la tecnología para los maestros del D87. Es una semana dedicada al aprendizaje de nuevas herramientas y estrategias tecnológicas que los maestros pueden aplicar dentro de sus salones de clase. Un especial reconocimiento a nuestro orador principal, Punya Mishra de la Universidad Estatal de Arizona (Dato curioso: el Sr Punya Mishra diseñó el logo del D87 en 1995!) Esta va a ser una semana cargada de invaluables conocimientos para nuestros maestros. Brindemos por la innovación y mejoramiento en el próximo año escolar! 🌟📚 #TheFeastD87 #DPTecno #MaestrosD87 #EducacionInovadora #SomosD87
5 months ago, District 87
The feast group
Mr. Punya Mishra
The Feast Classroom
The Feast Classroom
The Feast Classroom
Mr. Punya Mishra
The Feast Classroom
The Feast Classroom
🌟 Welcome to the D87 Family! 🎉 Today, we had the pleasure of hosting an orientation for some of our newest D87 team members! To celebrate their arrival, everyone sported some cool purple D87 shades for a quick group photo! 😎📸 A big welcome to all our new employees! Here's to new beginnings and great successes together! 🎓 #WelcomeToD87 #NewBeginnings #LookingCoolInPurple #AmazingYearAhead #WeAreD87 🌟 ¡Bienvenido a la Familia D87! 🎉 ¡Hoy tuimos el placer de organizar una orientación para algunos de los miembros más nuevos de nuestro equipo D87! Para celebrar su llegada, ¡todos lucieron unos geniales tonos morados D87 para una foto grupal rápida! 😎📸 ¡Una gran bienvenida a todos nuestros nuevos empleados! ¡Por nuevos comienzos y grandes éxitos juntos! 🎓 #BienvenidoD87 #Nuevoscomienzos #LookingCoolInPurple #AmazingYearAhead #WeAreD87
5 months ago, District 87
photo of new D87 employees
📢 Attention D87 parents and guardians! 📚✏️ The new school year is just around the corner, and it's time to get those health requirements checked off your list! 🍎🩺 Make sure your child is ready for the first day of school on August 20th by completing and submitting all necessary health documents to the school nurse. Here’s a quick breakdown: Physicals are required for incoming preschoolers, kindergarteners, 6th graders, and 9th graders. Immunizations are needed for students entering preschool, kindergarten, 6th grade, and 12th grade. To see a list of immunizations needed, visit: https://bit.ly/4f1g5QQ To help make this process as easy as possible, we’re excited to announce the mobile Carle Health Clinic will be at BJHS! 🚑💉 The clinic is available on Wednesday, July 31st, but remember, it’s by appointment only. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet your child’s health requirements! Call 📞 309.827.6031 today to schedule your student's appointment. 🌟 #SchoolHealth #BackToSchool2024 #StudentHealth #CarleClinicAtBJHS #ScheduleNow #WeAreD87
5 months ago, District 87
health requirements graphic
🚨 Attention Bloomington Residents! 🚨 Good news! 🌟 Applications are STILL OPEN for the Bloomington Lead Removal Program! This is the perfect opportunity to ensure your home is safe and lead-free. 🏠💼 For more information or to complete your application, scan the QR code or contact the City of Bloomington. Phone: 📞 309-434-2232 Website: 💻 www.bloomingtonil.gov Email: 📧 cdunlap@cityblm.org #BloomingtonLeadRemoval #HomeSafety #CommunityHealth #ApplyNow #WeAreD87 🚨¡Atencion Residentes de Bloomington!🚨 ¡Buenas noticias! 🌟 Todavía hay LUGARES DISPONIBLES para aplicar para el Programa de Eliminación de Plomo! Esta es la oportunidad perfecta para asegurarse de que su casa es un lugar seguro libre de plomo. 🏠💼 Para mayor información o para llenar su solicitud, escanee el código de barras o contacte a la Ciudad de Bloomington. Telefono: 📞309-434-2232 Pagina de internet 💻www.bloomingtonil.gov Correo electrónico: 📧 cdunlap@cityblm.org #EliminaciondePlomoenBloomington #SeguridadenCasa #SaludenlaComunidad #AplicaAhora #SomosD87
5 months ago, District 87
Lead hazard graphic
What a week it's been at BHS for Raiders 101! This was a week filled with learning, discovery, and excitement about becoming a Raider for our incoming freshmen! 🎈👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 From navigating the halls with a scavenger hunt 🗺️ to team building with spaghetti towers 🍝 and the group Tug O' War battles 🤼 - our future Raiders have truly learned the ropes (quite literally)! Thank you to all the teachers and office staff who contributed to this amazing week. 🍎✨ A special shoutout goes out to our current BHS helpers, the 202s, for showing kindness and leadership skills to the incoming freshmen! 🙌 Here's to the memories made and the many more to come. Once a Raider, always a Raider! 💜💛 #Raiders101 #FutureRaiders #ThankYouTeachers #BHSFamily #WeAreD87 ¡Qué semana ha sido en BHS para Raiders 101! ¡Esta fue una semana llena de aprendizaje, descubrimiento y entusiasmo por convertirse en un Raider para nuestros estudiantes de nuevo ingreso! 🎈👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Desde recorrer los pasillos con una búsqueda del tesoro🗺️ hasta formar equipos con torres de espagueti🍝 y las batallas grupales de Tira y Afloja 🤼 ¡nuestros futuros Raiders realmente han aprendido lo básico (literalmente)! Gracias a todos los maestros y personal de la oficina que contribuyeron a esta increíble semana.🍎✨ ¡Un agradecimiento especial a nuestros ayudantes actuales de BHS, los 202, por mostrar amabilidad y habilidades de liderazgo a los estudiantes de nuevo ingreso! 🙌 Brindemos por los recuerdos creados y por los muchos más que vendrán. ¡Una vez Raider, siempre serás un Raider!💜💛 #Raiders 101 #FuturosRaiders #GraciasMaestros #FamiliadeBHS #SomosD87
6 months ago, District 87
Final Day of Raiders 101
Final Day of Raiders 101
Final Day of Raiders 101
Final Day of Raiders 101
Final Day of Raiders 101
🎉Raiders 101 is in full swing, and it's about so much more than just getting to know high school life! Our newest Raiders have been divided into teams, engaging in daily tug o' war games that are both fun and fierce! 💪🏆 Tomorrow will bring the final showdown, where the winning team will face their ultimate challenge yet - a tug o' war battle against teachers and staff! 🏫👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 Who will triumph? We also want to send a huge shout-out to the Raiders 202 🌟- current BHS students who are stepping up to help and guide the incoming freshmen. Your leadership and support make all the difference! 🤝 #Raiders101 #TeamSpirit #TugOWar #Raiders202 #WeAreD87 🎉 ¡Raiders 101 está en pleno apogeo, no solo se trata de conocer la vida en la preparatoria! Nuestros nuevos Raiders han sido divididos en equipos, trabajando en actividades diarias de juegos de tira y afloja que son ¡divertidos y feroces al mismo tiempo!.💪🏆 El día de mañana reportaremos el último marcador, en donde el equipo ganador se enfrentará a su último reto - ¡un tira y afloja en contra de los miembros del personal y maestros! 🏫👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 ¿Quien se llevara el triunfo? También queremos dar un gran reconocimiento a los Raiders 202 🌟 estudiantes activos de BHS quienes estuvieron presentes para guiar y ayudar a los próximos freshmen. ¡Su liderazgo y apoyo hacen toda la diferencia! 🤝 #Raiders101 #EspiritudeEquipo #TirayAfloja #Raiders202 #SomosD87
6 months ago, District 87
Tug o war plaing
Raiders 101 in auditorium
tug o war
tug o war
Raiders 101 in auditorium
Raiders 101 in auditorium
🎒✨ Help Us Fill the Box! ✨🎒 📚✏️ The Back2School Alliance is hosting its annual backpack giveaway event in August, and we need YOUR help to fill those backpacks with essential school supplies. 🖍️📐 📍 We have a donation box ready and waiting at the D87 district offices, located at 300 E. Monroe Street. Whether it's pencils, composition books, markers, or sticky notes, your donation can make a huge difference in a child's life. 🌟 🕒 Donations can be dropped off from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. 🕒 #Back2SchoolDrive #CommunitySupport #SchoolSuppliesDonation #BackpackGiveaway #FillTheBox #WeAreD87 🎒✨Ayúdanos a llenar la Caja!✨🎒 📚✏️ La Alianza de RegresoaClases está organizando la entrega de mochilas anual en el mes de Agosto, y necesitamos TU ayuda para llenar esas mochilas con los útiles esenciales para el inicio de clases. 🖍️📐 📍Tenemos una caja de donaciones lista en las oficinas del D87, ubicada en 300 E. Monroe Street. Ya sean lápices, cuadernos de composición o de espiral, marcadores, post it's, tu donación puede hacer una gran diferencia en la vida de un niño. 🌟 🕒Las donaciones pueden ser entregadas en un horario de las 7:30 am a 3:30 pm, de lunes a viernes. 🕒 #EnAutodeRegresoaClases #ApoyodelaComunidad #DonaciondeUtilesEscolares #EntregadeMochilas #LlenalaCaja #SomosD87
6 months ago, District 87
back 2 school graphic
Raiders 101 has officially started yesterday!! 🎉 With the incoming class of 2028 meeting their groups and beginning their journey as official Bloomington High School Purple Raiders!! 🎓 In this week-long camp, incoming freshmen will get the chance to become familiar with the high school building, meet and ask questions to current students, and become familiar with our amazing staff members and teachers. 🏫👥 They kicked off this week strong 💪 as the students began fun activities 🎈 and preparation for the Raiders Olympics taking place this week! 🏆 Can't wait to see what the future holds for these future Raiders! 🌟 #Raiders101 #ClassOf2028 #WeAreD87
6 months ago, District 87
Raiders 10 first day
Raiders 101 first day
Raiders 101  first day
Raiders 101 first day
🏆👏 This past week, the Bloomington Area Career Center proudly sent 6 students to the SkillsUSA National competition in Atlanta, Georgia! 🍑💼 From these talented participants, we had: 3 Bloomington High School Graduates 🎓 1 Normal Community Graduate 🎓 1 Tri-Valley Graduate 🎓 1 Normal West graduate 🎓 They all did absolutely amazing!! 🌟 Months of dedication and hard work have paid off as they represented their classes, district, and the state of Illinois in their career-based competitions. Let’s congratulate them! 🎉👷‍♀️👩‍🏭 Honors Roll Call: 🎨 Pin Design 2nd Place - Brynn Hoder (BHS) 🥈 💇‍♀️ Cosmetology 4th Place - Jayla Westoff (BHS) 🏅 📋 Promotional Bulletin Board 6th Place - Avery Hall (NCHS), Caleb Rawerson (Tri-Valley), and Camryn Nowlin (BHS) 📍 💻 Technical Computer Applications 11th Place - Tiernan Orr (NWS) 🖥️ Join us in a round of applause for their remarkable achievements! 👏🎖️ #SkillsUSANationals #ProudMoments #CareerReady #WeAreD87 🏆👏La semana pasada, el Centro de Área de Carrera de Bloomington (BACC), envió con mucho orgullo a seis de sus estudiantes a la competencia de SkillsUSA en ¡Atlanta, Georgia!🍑💼 De estos talentosos participantes, tenemos: 3 Graduados de Bloomington High School🎓 1 Graduado de Normal Community 🎓 1 Graduado de Tri-Valley 🎓 1 Graduado de Normal West 🎓 Todos ellos hicieron un gran trabajo!! 🌟 Meses de trabajo y dedicación dieron resultados al representar sus clases, su distrito escolar y el estado de Illinois en las competencias de su carrera. ¡Felicitemoslos!🎉👷‍♀️👩‍🏭 Llamado de Honores: 🎨 Diseño Pin 2do Lugar - Brynn Hoder (BHS) 🥈 🧏Cosmetología 4to Lugar - Jayla Westoff (BHS)🏅 📋Tablón de Anuncios Promocionales 6to Lugar Avery Hall (NCHS), Caleb Rawerson (Tri-Valley) y Camryn Nowlin (BHS)📍 💻 Aplicaciones Técnicas Informáticas 11vo Lugar - Tiernan Orr (NWHS) 🖥️ ¡Únete a nosotros en una ronda de aplausos para celebrar sus increíbles logros! 👏🎖️ #SkillsUSANacionales #MomentosdeOrgullo #CarreraLista #SomosD87
6 months ago, District 87
BACC students in Atlanta
BACC students in Atlanta
BACC students in Atlanta
BACC students in Atlanta
BACC students in Atlanta
BACC students in Atlanta
BACC students in Atlanta
Has your student met the health requirements to start school in August? D87 is hosting the Carle Mobile Clinic at BJHS on Wednesday, July 31st from 9am to 4pm. If your student still needs an updated physical or immunizations call 309.827.6031 to make an appointment or request additional information. Please bring an insurance or medical card as they will be needed at the time of the appointment. ¿Ha cumplido su estudiante con los requisitos de salud para comenzar la escuela en agosto? D87 albergará la Clínica Móvil Carle en BJHS el miércoles 31 de julio de 9 am a 4 pm. Si su estudiante aún necesita un examen físico actualizado o vacunas, llame al 309.827.6031 para programar una cita o solicitar información adicional. Por favor traiga una tarjeta médica o de seguro ya que serán necesarios en el momento de la cita.
6 months ago, District 87
Mobile clinic grapic
🚀✨ STEAM Camp 2024 Wrap-Up! 🌟🔬 That’s a wrap on this year’s STEAM camp! A huge thank you to all the awesome teachers and community partners who made this summer's STEAM camp a success! 🎓🤖 Enjoy some pics from Mrs. Nicoson's and Miss Killian's 2nd-grade class learning learning about UV rays with UV-sensitive beads. Plus, they had tons of fun playing with bubbles and enjoying some yummy cotton candy. Here’s to another successful summer of sparking curiosity and fostering a love for all things STEAM! 🚀✨ #D87STEAMCamp #LearningIsFun #STEAMeducation #WeAreD87 🚀✨ ¡Resumen del Campamento STEAM 2024! 🌟🔬 ¡Esto es un resumen del campamento STEAM de este año! ¡Muchísimas gracias a todos los increíbles maestros y socios comunitarios que hicieron que el campamento STEAM de este verano fuera un éxito! 🎓🤖 Disfrute de algunas fotografías de la clase de segundo grado de la Sra. Nicoson y la Srta. Killian aprendiendo sobre los rayos UV con perlas sensibles a los rayos UV. Además, se divirtieron muchísimo jugando con burbujas y disfrutando de un delicioso algodón de azúcar. ¡Brindemos por otro verano exitoso en el que despertar la curiosidad y fomentar el amor por todo lo relacionado con STEAM! 🚀✨ #D87STEAMCamp #LearningIsFun #STEAMeducation #WeAreD87
6 months ago, District 87
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
2nd grade students at STEAM camp
🎆🇺🇸 D87 wishes you a dazzling 4th of July! 🎉 Celebrating freedom, independence, and the power of education today! Wishing everyone a safe and spectacular 4th of July filled with fireworks, laughter, and cherished moments. 🍔✨ #4thJuly #Fireworks #CelebrateFreedom #WeAreD87 🎆¡El D87 te desea un deslumbrante 4 de Julio!🎉 ¡Celebremos la libertad, la independencia y el poder de la educación el día de hoy! Les deseamos un seguro y espectacular 4 de julio, lleno con fuegos artificiales, risas y significativos momentos. 🍔✨ #4dejulio #JuegosArtificiales #CelebrandolaLibertad #somosD87
6 months ago, District 87
4th of july graphic
🌟 Celebrating Excellence: D87's Very Own Stars for Life! 🌟 A round of applause for Daniel Zummo of BJHS and Stacey McGraw of Washington for shining bright in our community! 🎊 They have been honored as Stars For Life by the Great Plains Life Foundation for their dedication to the "Stay 4" Project and their commitment to supporting at-risk students. 📚✨ Their selection as two of the 20 Stars for Life this year is a testament to their hard work and the positive impact they have on helping students stay in school and thrive. For more info on our D87 STARS and the amazing initiatives by the foundation, head over to www.stay4.org Congratulations, Dan and Stacey! Your starlight leads the way for student success. 🎓🌟 #D87Proud #StarsForLife #Stay4 #EducationHeroes #CommunityImpact #WeAreD87
6 months ago, District 87
Stacey McGraw
Dan Zummo
🦆🐥🥰Duckling spotting outside Mrs. Nicoson's and Miss Killian's STEAM classroom! There's nothing quite so cute as baby ducklings following their mama around! #D87STEAMCamp #DucklingSpotting #STEAMClassroom #CuteOverload #WeAreD87 🦆🐥🥰¡La clase de la maestra Niconson y la maestra Killian pudo observar a bebes patos fuera de su salón de clases de STEAM! ¡No hay nada mas lindo que bebes pato siguiendo a su mama por doquier!
6 months ago, District 87
kids watchin the ducks
Duck with ducklings
kids watching the ducks
kids watching the ducks
🎨☀️Mrs. Bersche's and Mrs. Woith's third graders have been busy! They crafted animals using tangrams and explored how sunscreen blocks UV rays— sunscreen really works so make sure you slather on that SPF! 🧴☀️ #D87STEAMCamp #3rdGradeCampers #CreativeScience #SunSafety #SummerCampFun
6 months ago, District 87
tangram animals
Sunscreen test