The Drama Club Flower Fundraiser is this Saturday, May 10th. The greenhouse will be open from 8am-12pm for annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, accents, and (limited) hanging baskets. Pre-orders may pick up during this time.
Happy School Nurse Appreciation Day!
Today we celebrate our amazing school nurse, Erica West, whose kindness, compassion, and care make a difference every single day. Whether it's a scraped knee, a tough morning, or just a need for a comforting smile, Nurse West is always there to support our students with grace and empathy.
She goes above and beyond to make sure every child feels seen, heard, and cared for. From managing daily health needs to being a calm presence during emergencies, Nurse West is a true hero in our school community.
Thank you, Nurse West, for the incredible impact you make at Illini Bluffs. Our school is healthier, safer, and stronger because of you!
Congratulations to our IBHS Sterling Merit Award winners! Your hard work, leadership, and dedication have truly paid off. We’re proud of all you’ve accomplished!
Homemade ice cream lab in 8th-grade Agriculture class! In a fun, hands-on lab, Ms. Harmon's students learned about chemical reactions within their food science unit! #ibtigerpride
🍎✨ Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! ✨🍎
At Illini Bluffs, we are incredibly grateful for our amazing teachers who go above and beyond every single day. Your passion, dedication, and commitment to our students make a lasting impact in and out of the classroom. Thank you for all you do to support and inspire our students! #ibtigerpride
Miss Morgan's kindergarten class won our Tiger Tales reading program for April; they had a blast celebrating their love for reading with a pizza party on Friday! Great job meeting your reading goals! #ibtigerpride
On Friday, Mr. Hallstrom's Guitar Community Hour class performed for our students and staff in the theater. The students worked diligently throughout the quarter to prepare for this performance, and we are incredibly proud of their hard work and talents! #ibtigerpride
Miss Bitner's 3rd grade class had a blast putting their writing skills to the test with a fun and flavorful assignment: “How to Make a PB&J!” This step-by-step writing activity challenged students to be clear, detailed, and creative as they explained exactly how to make the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
From opening the bread bag and carefully selecting two slices (an important lesson learned!) to spreading the peanut butter and jelly just right, students practiced using sequencing words like “first,” “next,” and “finally” to guide their readers through the sandwich-making process.
Not only did this activity sharpen our students' writing and communication skills, it also sparked laughter, teamwork, and maybe even a little lunchtime hunger. Their descriptive directions showed just how powerful writing can be when it's tied to something familiar—and delicious!
Great job, 3rd grade writers! You made us all proud… and a little hungry!
Congratulations to our Terrific Tiger Winners this week, and to all of our terrific tiger! #ibtigerpride
Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
Today, we give a big shoutout to the amazing Illini Bluffs CUSD #327 nutrition staff! These everyday heroes work behind the scenes to make sure our students are served healthy, tasty meals with a side of kindness and care.
From early mornings to busy lunch shifts, your dedication makes a difference every single day. THANK YOU for everything you do to support our students and schools!
What a performance! Our 6th–8th grade band and choir students wrapped up the year with an incredible final concert. Their growth, dedication, and musical talent were on full display, and we couldn’t be prouder of how far they’ve come. Way to go, Tigers!
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IBMS would like to congratulate our final winners for students of the month for the school year! Teachers nominate students for outstanding character, responsibility, respect, honesty, and hard work! Winners earn a free lunch from Jimmy John's! Congratulations, and keep up the great work! #ibtigerpride
Due to the forecasted weather, the PTO Spring Fling planned for this Thursday, May 1st at Butler Haynes Park is unfortunately being cancelled, and will not be rescheduled. The PTO is hoping to do something fun for the students before school is out if possible. Thank you for understanding~
Click on the following link to view information about the summer girls' basketball camp for our incoming 3rd-8th-grade students: https://5il.co/3er30
IBHS Interactors volunteered at Camp Big Sky, helping with staining, painting, and landscaping. They also donated $350, raised through "Float Fridays," to support the camp's mission of providing outdoor access for individuals with special needs.
Congratulations to Illini Bluffs seniors Toby Cooper and Tessa Howard, along with 8th graders Alexandra Bleichner and Aiden Stremmel, for being nominated for the Central Illinois Valley Student Recognition Event! Staff nominated these students for their hard work, excellence and for representing the best of Illini Bluffs!
We are so proud of you!
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IBHS After-Prom! Our students had an incredible time at After-Prom, enjoying games, a magician show, great food, and many other fun activities! A huge thank you to our amazing community for donating prizes and helping us create a safe and memorable event for our students. Special thanks to Lisa Kawolsky and Heather McKeever for co-chairing and making the night such a success! #ibtigerpride
Grand March at Illini Bluffs! Congratulations to Jocelyn Pitts and Megan Russell on being crowned Prom Royalty! We also celebrate Tessa Howard, Dries Fick, Lexi Brinkman, and Will Giftos for being named to this year’s Prom Court. Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students, and a special thank you to our outstanding Prom Advisor, Ms. Sewell, for making all of our Prom festivities possible!
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Congratulations to Devon White on committing to continue his academic and athletic career at Aurora University! We're proud of all you've accomplished and can't wait to see what the future holds for you. Go Spartans!
