DISTRICT #118 STANDS AGAINST RACISM The 5Essentials Survey identifies five indicators that lead to improved outcomes for all students, including improved attendance and larger test score gains.The five indicators that positively affect school success are:
Research derived from the Five Essentials for School Success has proven that schools strong on at least three of the 5Essentials are 10 times more likely to improve student outcomes. This survey generates valuable data that districts can use to guide their ongoing efforts to improve schools and to offer students an excellent education. The survey is another improvement tool that allows districts and the state to share data as a means to inform parents and community members about the school’s learning environment. The Illinois 5Essentials Survey is administered online by UChicago Impact at the University of Chicago on behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education. School Board Member Vacancy If you are interested in applying for the Belleville Public School District #118 school board vacancy, please submit a letter of interest and resume by noon on April 20, 2021 to Belleville Public School District #118, c/o Board Secretary, 105 West “A” Street, Belleville, IL 62220 or via email to thilmes@belleville118.org. The appointment will fill the unexpired term until April, 2023 at which time the seat will be filled by election. The Board of Education will screen the applicants and decide which individuals will be interviewed.
Belleville School District #118 has been informed by the USDA that due to the pandemic, the waiver for all students to receive free meals has been extended. We are excited to announce meals are now FREE to all children 18 and under until June 30, 2021. "Meal Packs" will include breakfast and lunch and are available for curbside pick-up at school or via school bus route delivery daily. School pick up is available from 11:15-12:00 and buses leave the schools for their routes at 11:15. Children or adults may pick up meal packs. Every Friday, the St. Louis Area Food Bank's Mobile Market will be at the Abe Lincoln/West Jr. High Parking Lot from 10:00-until supply runs out.
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