Reminder, there is NO SCHOOL tomorrow Tuesday November 5. This is a state mandated non-student attendance day due to the election.
We received notification that Thomasboro Grade School has received a Summative Designation of COMMENDABLE for the 2024 school year. As a reminder,
• Exemplary acknowledges the top-performing 10% of schools
• Comprehensive identifies (A) schools in the lowest-performing 5% and (B) schools with overall performance above the lowest-performing 5% that have one or more individual student groups who remain Targeted, even after completing a full Targeted school Improvement cycle.
• Targeted recognizes schools with overall performance above the lowest-performing 5% but with individual student groups performing similarly to the lowest 5%.
• Intensive identifies schools that remain in the lowest performing 5%, even after completing a full Comprehensive Support School Improvement Cycle.
• All other schools receive a Commendable designation.
Last school year we received a Targeted designation when 1 of our 3 student groups performed similar to the lowest 5%. We began last school year working through the School Improvement Process. Our School Improvement Team looked at data from our assessments, attendance, and climate surveys. Administration met with a diverse group of stakeholders to present the School Improvement Plan and gather suggestions.
From that data collection we implemented attendance initiatives, teachers have been provided continuing professional development, and we continue to evaluate our data.
I am thrilled to share that our students, teachers, and families hard work is paying off.
As I stated above we have 3 groups of students that are evaluated by the state testing in the areas of English Language Arts, Math, Science, Attendance, and 5 Essential Survey.
In order to be a group there must be 20 or more students. Those groups are:
• ALL STUDENTS
• LOW INCOME STUDENTS
• WHITE STUDENTS
In the area of Absences:
ALL STUDENTS: went from 42% chronic absences (missed 18 or more days) to 24% in 2024
LOW INCOME STUDENTS: went from 50% chronic absences to 31% in 2024
WHITE STUDENTS: went from 34% chronic absences to 25% in 2024
In ELA Growth:
ALL STUDENTS: went from 47% showing growth in 2023 to 68% in 2024
LOW INCOME STUDENTS: went from 50% showing growth in 2023 to 66% in 2024
WHITE STUDENTS: went form 46% showing growth in 2023 to 66% in 2024
In Math Growth:
ALL STUDENTS: went from 44% showing growth in 2023 to 58% in 2024
LOW INCOME STUDENTS: went from 40% showing growth to 57% in 2024
WHITE STUDENTS: went from 45% showing growth to 56% in 2024
Climate Survey:
ALL STUDENTS: In 2023 82% of our students took the 5 Essential Survey – 100% in 2024
LOW INCOME STUDENTS: In 2023 81% took the 5 Essential Survey -100% in 2024
WHITE STUDENTS: In 2023 79% took the 5 Essential Survey-100% in 2024
Summative Score
ALL STUDENTS: 39.20 in 2023, 68.20 in 2024
LOW INCOME: 35.03 in 2023, 60.97 in 2024
WHITE STUDENTS: 40.32 in 2023, 64.50 in 2024
Parents thank you for encouraging your children and ensuring that they attend school every day. A huge thank you to our incredible team, supportive community, and parents for making this happen. Together, were building a brighter future! We will continue to strive for Exemplary every day! Here’s to more growth and success this year! Let’s keep the momentum going!
Reminder! Today is our Halloween parade. We will parade around Peace Lutheran Church. If you would like to watch, please find a spot around the church. The parade will start at 1:30pm.
Happy Halloween! 🧡👻🎃
🎉 Celebrating Success! 🎉
We're thrilled to share some exciting achievements from last school year! Our students, teachers, and families have all worked hard, and it's paying off in big ways:
IAR State Tests:
📈 ELA Growth: Up by 20%
📊 Math Growth: Up by 14%
⏳ Chronic Absences: Down by 24%
🌟 Summative Designation: Changed from Targeted to Commendable
A huge thank you to our incredible team and supportive community for making this happen. Together, we're building a brighter future! Here’s to even more growth and success this year! #SchoolPride #AchievementUnlocked #TogetherWeGrow
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Let’s keep the momentum going!
Sorry but we must cancel the workshop meeting tonight.
The next workshop in our series is Behavioral Based Interviewing. Join us on Tuesday, October 29th at 6p.m. to learn what a behavioral based interview is, why nearly all employers use them, and how to prepare for one.
At approximately 3:25 today our bus was in an accident on route 45. The bus was evacuated and all students were cleared and released to their parents or put on another bus. We will have social workers at the school tomorrow to offer support services to our students. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. White at 217-304-3233. We are thankful for the Champaign County Police Department for their quick response and grateful there were no serious injuries.
Reminder- tomorrow starts Red Ribbon Week! This handout was sent home with students last week for the dress up days. Thursday will be the Halloween parade. It will be at 1:30 for any parent that would like to watch. Weather permitting, we will walk around the church. If anything changes, an updated message will be sent out.
This Thursday will be our last Town Hall Meeting regarding the referendum. Please join us at 6:30 p.m. in the Teacher's Lounge to ask questions and gain an understanding of what the district is asking for on the ballot on November 5th.
The next workshop in our series is Behavioral Based Interviewing. Join us on Tuesday, October 29th at 6p.m. to learn what a behavioral based interview is, why nearly all employers use them, and how to prepare for one.
Congratulations to the following Honor Roll and High Honor Roll Students:
Honor Roll
Kelsa Alwood
Hayden Downing
Abigail Henkelman
Amia Hewitt
Brogan Johnson
Emely Leiva-Monterreso
Roczen Marshall
Aidan Nava- Martinez
Jazzmyn Miller
Jose Perez Becerril
Bryton Ritter
Jaxon Warner
Aidan Wiese
High Honor Roll
Stella Auth
Desmond Broadnax
Malachi Byers
Avery Cunningham
Angely Figueroa Irizarry
Addison Finkelman
Jordan Franzen
Lily Gentry
Kaiden Henricks
Maryanna Henry
Sloan Hoyt
Sephystion Johnson
Kamryn Jones
Hunter Keen
Brianna Loden
Karleigh Maple
Ramikoh McSpadden
Amelia Pannbacker
Lucille Pfefferie
Destin Ritter
Leo Rodriquez
Colton Seder
Bry Snn Sims
Bayleigh Stow
Zackary Theesfeld
Ruth Valeriano Aleman
Skyla Vonderharr
Ashton Weise
The following students had Perfect Attendance! Congratulations!
Athena Bonelli-Cunningham
Teagan Marshall
Kaylin O Keefe
Jack Bartell
Jesse Grimes
Kassidy Shelton
Abigail Stephens
Donte Webb
Roczen Marshall
Jairen Nava-Marinez
Ramiko McSpadden
Maryanna Henry
Brogan Johnson
Aidan Nava-Martinez
Isaac Taylor
Zackary Theesfeld
Ruth Aleman Valeriano
Ashton Wiese
Kelsa Alwood
Karleigh Maple
Avery Cunningham
Brianna Loden
Skyla Vonderharr
MySaan Young
Congratulations to our Student Council Officers and Representatives:
President: Colton Seder
Vi ce President: Dez Ritter
Secretary : Leo Rodriguez
Treasurer: Ashton Wiese
5th Grade Representative: Blayke Zimmers
6th Grade Representative: Maryanna Henry and Addison Finkelman
7th Grade Representative: Leo Rodriguez
8th Grade Representative: Colton Seder
Job Opportunity: Finance Manager/Human Resources Manager/Administrative Assistant to Superintendent
Thomasboro Grade School is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented person to join our team. If you have a passion for education and enjoy supporting school operations, this role is perfect for you!
Position:
• Finance Manager/Human Resources Manager/Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent
• Full-Time
Minimum Qualifications
• Associate Degree in accounting, business or related field.
• Successful previous accounting experience utilizing the skills required of this position
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a field related to the position.
• Successful previous accounting experience utilizing the skills required of this position.
• Familiarity with the operation of a computer system and the input of data into said system.
• Familiarity with the investment of school district funds.
• Ability to secure “bonding”.
• Ability to make daily decisions regarding financial matters and recommend district budget planning scenarios to the superintendent.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate acceptable.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Post receipts and expenditures to proper accounts
• Maintain checking accounts, reconciles accounts with bank statements, and submits documentation for reimbursement.
• Maintain and reconcile other fund accounts; record cash received and issues receipts; maintain petty cash account
• Prepare annual budget and submit to ISBE. Prepare and mail tax levy certification
• Prepare and distribute all payroll related checks and reports, including but not limited to, tax forms, insurances, union dues, unemployment, 403B, AFLAC, etc.
• Maintain assigned district grants, reconcile and claim monies
• Compiles financial information related to school site (e.g. accounts payable/receivables, collecting, verifying, depositing all monies collected, write receipts, payroll, expenditure reports) for the purposes of providing required documents and/or processing information.
• Prepare all ISBE forms and reports (Expenditure Reports, Health, Discipline, etc) assigned and by deadlines.
• Process financial information (e.g. all POs, accounts payable, payments for officials, etc.) for the purpose of updating and distributing information, authorizing for action and/or compiling with established accounting procedures. Maintain PO records; communicate with vendors concerning PO, receives supplies and verifies against PO, process invoices for payment.
• Assist administration with personnel issues, FMLA, etc.
• Coordinate district health insurance
• Ensure that accounting procedures as established by the district are followed.
• Maintain assigned school personnel records: sick, vacation and personnel time off records.
A complete list of duties can be found in the online application.
How to Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter to bmcarthur@tgs130.org and complete an application online via our website www.tgs130.org the link is under menu-District-Employment.
Application Deadline: October 18, 2024.
Join us in making a difference in students' lives!
Just one weekend left! The Perfect Pastries Fundraiser order forms are due on Monday, September 23. If you haven’t had the chance yet, connect with your TGS student this weekend to place your order. Have family or friend gatherings coming up? Holiday or end-of-year celebrations? These tasty treats can stay frozen and make the perfect addition to your gatherings, or keep them all to yourselves! Online orders can be placed until September 26.
Thank you for your continued support!!
Reminder: Join us tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. for a Town Hall Meeting. We will present information regarding the Referendum that the school has placed on the ballot.
Good morning! Reminder, today, 9/11, we have 1:55 dismissal. Friday, 9/13, we have 11:30 dismissal.
Have a great day!
Friday, August 30th is our first attendance incentive! Students will participate in a series of water events. Students are encouraged to wear clothes that can get wet, no swimsuits, and bring a towel. We also have 11:30 dismissal that day. Also, we do not have school on Monday, September 2nd in honor of Labor Day.
Reminder tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m. in the Teacher's Lounge, join us for an informational meeting regarding the School Board Referendum.
Reminder- we have 1:55 dismissal today, Wednesday, August 21st.
Have a great day!
Join us for a Town Hall Meeting regarding the Referendum! We will host 3 meetings to give information regarding our request for an increase in the limiting rate. The meetings will be held in the gym at 6:30 p.m. on August 27th, September 19th, and October 24th.