Clinton CUSD #15

There will be NO School January 21st, due to the forecasted extreme cold. (This is not an e-learning day)

Clinton Schools and Unit Office will be closed January 20th to observe Martin Luther King's Birthday.

In light of some recent actions at some of our High School and Junior High events I wanted to share a reminder of our district policy on Fan ejections. If you are removed for any reason from an event home or away you must meet with the building principal and AD and complete the NFHS Sportsmanship course. There will also be subsequent suspensions from events as well. Remember we are there to support our student athletes and we represent our community while in attendance. Below are the Spectator Conduct and Sportsmanship for Athletic and Extracurricular Events Conduct Expectations: Spectators are invited and encouraged to attend Clinton Community Unit School District 15 athletic and extracurricular activities. All spectators are expected to display behaviors that promote sportsmanship and enjoyment of the game for students, coaches, officials, staff, and spectators. Examples of behaviors that are prohibited include, but are not limited to: • Using vulgar, obscene, or demeaning expressions directed at participants, officials, coaches, district staff, or other spectators; • Verbal or physical conduct that interferes with the performance of participants, officials, coaches, or staff; • Verbal or physical conduct that is abusive or threatening and directed at participants, officials, coaches, district staff or other spectators. If a spectator engages in prohibited behavior during an athletic or extracurricular activity the spectator may be removed from the event by school staff, security personnel, officials or any individual in charge of the event and will be suspended from attending District athletic or extracurricular activities for a set number of additional athletic or extracurricular activities up to and including the remainder of the season. If a spectator is removed for a second time during the school year, the spectator may be denied admissions to athletic and extracurricular activities for up to one year. Before any person may be denied admission to a school event, as provided in this policy, the person has a right to a hearing before the Board. The Superintendent may refuse the person admission pending such hearing. The Superintendent or designee must provide the individual with a hearing notice, delivered or sent by certified mail and return receipt requested, at least 10 days before the Board hearing. The hearing notice must contain: 1) the date, time, and place of the hearing; 2) a description of the prohibited conduct; 3) the proposed time period that admission to school events will be denied; and 4) instructions on how to waive a hearing. LEGAL REF: 105 ILCS 5/24-24 CROSS REF: 8:30 (Visitors to and Conduct on School Property), 8:20 (Community Use of School Facilities)

Good afternoon, Clinton Community, I want to provide you with an important update regarding the boil order status. Earlier today, I spoke with the Water Department, and they have confirmed that the boil order will remain in effect through Monday, January 13th. As a result, the district will implement its e-Learning Plan on Monday. However, regardless of the boil order’s status, the district will return to in-person instruction on Tuesday, January 14th. In preparation for this, the district will be receiving additional bottled water to ensure we are ready for a safe return to school on Tuesday. I want to take a moment to thank Save-A-Lot and the Neighborhood Care Center for their generous partnership with the district in providing safe drinking water to our students and staff throughout this challenging situation. Their support has been vital in allowing us to resume in-person classes on Tuesday. I also appreciate the ongoing efforts of the Water Department, who have been in close communication with the EPA and have kept me informed of their progress in resolving the water issues. To summarize, we will be implementing our e-Learning Plan tomorrow, but will return to in-person learning on Tuesday. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this situation together. Drew Click on the below link to access your child's e-Learning Plan. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DzTqcLi6kRuOyUhoxwHpiOKjeTd2hC4M/view

In light of the city-wide boil order currently in effect, there will be no school on Thursday, January 9th Should the boil order extend into Friday, January 10th, the district is proactively collaborating with a local distributor to secure large quantities of bottled water. This will ensure that both students and staff have access to safe drinking water. Additionally, our Food Service Department is fully prepared to adhere to boil order protocols, ensuring the safe preparation and serving of meals, should the situation persist. The safety and well-being of our students and staff remains my highest priority, and I sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate this situation. On Friday K-8th breakfast will be Dutch waffles their lunch will stay as posted…Mac n cheese.

CAREGIVER UNIVERSITY UPDATE: This evening's session, Building Strength Based Relationships will be VIRTUAL ONLY, no in person session will be held at the High School. Please join us this evening on a Google Meet using the link https://meet.google.com/qed-pxut-jws or click here to access Or dial: ‪(620) 750-2298‬ PIN: ‪718 189 788‬#. All caregivers are invited to attend this live session beginning at 6:30 this evening. Thank you and hope to see you online!

CUSD#15's next CAREGIVER UNIVERSITY a Strength-Based Approach: Improve Relationships and Behavior is TODAY. At this FREE opportunity caregivers will learn how to look for the good in your student and create strength-based relationships to improve your connection and reduce challenging behavior. It is TODAY @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm... In Person: High School Auditorium Virtual: Live on CUSD YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@cusd15youtubechannel49

This is for CUSD15 Staff only...Due to the snow and unsafe travel conditions CUSD#15 will be having a Remote SIP Day, January 6th. Stay home and stay safe.

Tuesday, January 14th, 12-1pm ET / 11-12pm CT Understanding Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI): What It Is, How to Spot It, and How to Help Register here Content warning: Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) involves hurting oneself to manage strong emotions like pain, anger, sadness, or stress. This behavior can signal emotional distress and increase suicide risk, making it crucial for caregivers, school staff, and providers to understand and support those affected. Join Cartwheel and Dr. Taylor Burke for a webinar to learn about some common reasons youth may engage in NSSI, warning signs, and effective ways to support youth towards healthier coping strategies. Meet our speaker Taylor Burke, PhD is an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and licensed clinical psychologist. She is the Director of Pediatric Computational Health and Associate Director of Suicide Research in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. The primary aim of Dr. Burke’s research is to advance the prediction and prevention of self-injurious thoughts and behaviors (SITBs) among youth and young adults.

CUSD#15's next CAREGIVER UNIVERSITY a Strength-Based Approach: Improve Relationships and Behavior will be January 6th, 2025. At this FREE opportunity caregivers will learn how to look for the good in your student and create strength-based relationships to improve your connection and reduce challenging behavior. It will be held January 6th @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm... In Person: High School Auditorium Virtual: Live on CUSD YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@cusd15youtubechannel49

CUSD#15's next CAREGIVER UNIVERSITY a Strength-Based Approach: Improve Relationships and Behavior will be January 6th, 2025. At this FREE opportunity caregivers will learn how to look for the good in your student and create strength-based relationships to improve your connection and reduce challenging behavior. It will be held January 6th @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm... In Person: High School Auditorium Virtual: Live on CUSD YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@cusd15youtubechannel49

From Mr. Koeppel... Wanted to share with everyone some very exciting news on our next project here at Clinton CUSD #15. We have partnered with the city of Clinton to bring a one of a kind facility to our community and school district! We will be turfing our baseball and softball fields here at the school. This is going to be a resource for all ages for many years! Clinton is a destination spot to live and we will continue to make it better!! Go Maroons!

CUSD#15's next CAREGIVER UNIVERSITY a Strength-Based Approach: Improve Relationships and Behavior will be January 6th, 2025. At this FREE opportunity caregivers will learn how to look for the good in your student and create strength-based relationships to improve your connection and reduce challenging behavior. It will be held January 6th @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm... In Person: High School Auditorium Virtual: Live on CUSD YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@cusd15youtubechannel49

Reminder... Friday, Dec 20th students will be dismissed a 1:30pm. There will be NO Preschool on Dec 20th. Winter Break starts Dec 23rd. There will be no school Dec 23rd through Jan 6th. Jan 6th is a Teacher Institute Days , students return to school Jan 7th, 2025. Have a Safe and Wonderful Break!

Check out the Winter edition of the Maroon & Gold Gazette. For an edition with "clickable links", click the link... https://5il.co/32ev6

As winter weather season is here, Superintendent Drew Goebel would like to review expectations and communication when declaring an emergency day(s) in the event of inclement weather. The following letter also serves as a reminder of how and when you can expect to be notified. Please take a moment to read the Inclement Weather Communication (E-Learning Day) linked below. https://5il.co/324r3

REMINDER... Early Dismissal @ 1:30pm Wednesday, Dec 4th There will be NO Preschool, Dec 4th.

Reminder...There is No School November 27th-29th. Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving.

Wednesday, December 4th, 7-8pm ET / 6-7pm CT Raising Resilient and Confident Kids in the Age of Achievement Culture Register Here: https://cartwheelcare.zoom.us/webinar/register/4717319508974/WN_xgrFDmPXTA2JFHJlwcqasw?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=campaign_11743079#/registration Kids and teens often feel immense pressure to perform well - be it socially, academically, or in extracurricular activities. Because of these pressures - many youth grow up tying their self-worth to their social status, accomplishments, or accolades, which can have negative impacts on their mental health. Join Cartwheel and Katie Steele, LMFT for a webinar which looks at achievement culture and the impacts this has on the mental health of our kids and teens - including higher rates of perfectionism, anxiety, and depression. Learn what to do (and not to do) as a parent or caregiver to support your children and help them build a sense of confidence, resilience, and self-worth that is not tied to their achievements.

Friday is Substitute Educators Day. We are wearing maroon and gold apparel to support our school district. We are thankful today for those who are willing to substitute for the teachers of CUSD15. These are the individuals who are willing to step-in and step-up to the role of running the classroom and getting the lesson accomplished. We genuinely appreciate them covering for our teachers.