As we approach the start of school on the 25th...we will be releasing videos this week to explain our plan for getting things going in all areas of our reopening.
Today's video explains our Technology plan.
In this video, Mr. Wherley discusses Chromebook distribution, the Hot Spot sign-up form & how to get tech assistance this school year as well as how to make sure you stay connected to Illini Central.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rT08oIeYo8
Have a great weekend & Take care!
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Included in this post is a form to make sure all students needing meals during our blended learning phase OR in case of school closure (going full remote) get those meals.
This will make sure our food service staff is getting enough food ordered and will be prepared to meet those needs in either case.
Of course families can call in to the school if they change their minds or opt out.
For instance, the ICGS teachers will hand out meals only to those signed up, so it’s important to be on this list to prevent bus delays etc.
Here is the link to the form: https://forms.gle/ib1PWwHGN35J8e2E7
If you have any questions, please call the school 217-482-5180 or send an email to illinicentral@illinicentral.org
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Just a reminder...the link for Skyward can be found on our website under EXPLORE on each building page i.e. District, HS, MS, GS & Pre-K.
When accessing your family/student Skyward account, you need to click the dropdown & choose Family/Student Access like what you see in this screenshot.
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Illini Central CUSD#189 is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The CNA will assist the district's nurse in the administration of the Health Services as described in the Illini Central Board Policy Manual: the Illinois State Board of Education guidelines: and the rules and regulations of the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Anticipate work hours will follow the school day (approximately 35 hours per week).
Candidates must possess at least a valid certified nursing assistant license.
Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Mike Ward, Superintendent
mward@illinicentral.org
The Illini Central Pre-K has created a Reopening Survey with a few questions for our Pre-K families.
If you are going to have a IC Pre-K student in the Fall...please take a second to fill this survey out.
Here is the link:
https://forms.gle/5DVFeAMwRfgGwYCp8
Have a great day.
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Pre-K Screenings are right around the corner!
Call the Pre-K to sign up for a date and time. Even if you aren't sure about sending your student for in person learning this fall we still encourage you to sign up for a screening as we are exploring online opportunities as well.
For more information, follow this link to our screening letter: https://5il.co/i83f
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Here is the 1st video from our Communications Committee regarding where we are in the Reopening Illini Central planning process.
The video includes:
A couple of Thank you's
The make-up of our reopening team
Our goals for reopening & the date for releasing our plan
Info on ISBE Guidelines & Requirements
Presented by two of the faces of Illini Central...one is better than the other.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QX3qIxwKP8
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The Budget Hearing and Regular June Board Meeting of the Illini Central CUSD189 Board of Education will be conducted using Zoom teleconferencing. The meeting will be Thursday, June 18 at 7:00 pm. The meeting is linked here.
Anyone interested in providing public comment should contact Mike Ward at 217-482-5180 or at mward@illinicentral.org.
A big thank you to everyone who dropped off Chromebooks, hotspots & text and library books yesterday.
We have heard from a number of people who couldn't make it during the day yesterday and we completely understand.
To offer a weekend day & time, I will be at the school this Saturday, May 30th from 9 to Noon for anyone who still has items to drop-off.
Since it will just be me, I will not be able to get personal student items for people who drop by. We are working on a plan to deliver those items in the near future.
Thank you.
Mr. Wherley
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Reminder: Chromebook drop off tomorrow at the high school entrance. 8am-4pm. Please bring any school property and technology devices. Please label the Chromebook with your student's first and last name.
Please take a second to read through our NEWS story about the Device Drop-Off day next Wednesday, May 27th. Thank you & Take care.
https://www.illinicentral.org/article/250360?org=illini-central-cusd-189
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The Illini Central Board of Education will hold its May 18, 2020 meeting using video conferencing technology. The public can log into Zoom to view the meeting. Instructions for logging on to the meeting can be found at the district website "News" section.
Illini Central Schools will observe a remote learning planning day on Tuesday, May 26th. The last day of student instruction will be Friday, May 22nd. Teachers will participate in staff development activities on May 26th that focus on planning for the 2020-2021 school year.
This is a reminder that Illini Central schools will distribute student supply and property on Thursday, April 30 and Friday, May 1. Please check the district website for the schedule and details.
We have released a schedule for student supplies and property pick up April 30 and May 1. Please see the "News" section of the IC website for details
Illini Central has internet hotspots available free of charge to families who have no internet service. If you are in need of a device, please call 217-482-5180 extension 1815
The Illini Central Board of Education will hold its April 16, 2020 meeting using video conferencing technology. The public can log into Zoom to view the meeting. Instructions for logging on to the meeting can be found at the district website "News" section.
Good morning, we wanted to let you know that our internet is down at the school which takes the phones out as well. If you try to call the school this morning for information or to leave a voicemail...your call will not go through.
Please feel free to email the school at schoolclosure@illinicentral.org
We will let you know when things are up & running again.
Thank you & Take care.
Mr. Wherley
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Thank you to all of the IC faculty and staff who have worked so hard over the past few weeks. We have adapted to a new learning environment practically overnight. We are providing meals to over 350 students. We are lucky to work with such dedicated people.
Governor Pritzker has extended the shelter in place order for Illinois until April 30. Remote learning will continue as planned.