Seneca Grade School

Throughout the month of October, the 2nd grade students worked on their pumpkin book reports, transforming pumpkins into characters from their favorite books! They had so much fun getting creative and bringing their favorite stories to life. We are so proud of their hard work and creativity!

It is that time to RSVP for our senior citizen winter music program!

To reserve your seat please contact ABaron@sgs170.org or call 815-357-8744 ext 2161 by Friday December 4th!

Congratulations on wonderful performances on Saturday to Emiliano Avila, Sara Bruno, Abigail Cole, Ethan Daschner, Camille Geier, Emma Mulligan, and Miranda Uvias! The Junior Band performed under the direction of composer Todd Stalter and the Treble Chorus under the direction of Amy Keipert.

The Seneca 6th Grade Science students put their STEM skills to the test with an engaging teamwork challenge called “Saving Fred!” Fred, a gummy worm, found himself in a bit of a predicament and needed the students’ help getting safely into his life preserver (a gummy lifesaver) and back into his boat. The catch? Students could only use paper clips to touch and manipulate the materials! Working together, students had to think critically, communicate, develop strategies, and problem-solve their way through the challenge. Our young scientists displayed excellent critical thinking skills, perseverance, and teamwork throughout the activity. There were plenty of smiles, creative solutions, and lots of laughs along the way. Fun was had by all, and Fred was in good hands with our Seneca Raiders! Go Raiders!

Seneca Grade School is grateful for our many community partnerships. This week we received a generous donation to our Care Closet at both North and South Campuses from the Village Christian Church. The Care Closet is available to all students and provides basic need items to them free of cost. We couldn't offer this wonderful program without the partnerships within our community. Together we are stronger!

Our second Career Café at South Campus was a hit! Students had the opportunity to visit with Mrs. Kate Geier ( ER Physician's Assistant) and Mr. Eric Stein ( Nuclear Engineer).

If you are interested in being a table presenter for our Career Café, please fill out and submit the form below. Once submitted, Mrs. Stehlik, School Counselor, will contact you to schedule a time to come in.

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Congratulations to the 8th Grade Lady Raiders basketball team on winning the IVC West Conference Tournament. Well done, ladies!!!!

Last night we celebrated our 8th grade girls basketball athletes. The girls have had a great season so far and we would like to wish them the best of luck the rest of the year! Go Raiders!

First Grade visited the Seneca Public Library today. Thank you to Miss Liz, Miss Dawn, and the Seneca Library Staff for a great morning! Our students were able to listen to a story read by Miss Liz and create a craft, Miss Dawn led them on a scavenger hunt and tour around the library, and they were able to explore the Barbie, Pokemon, and Stem Club. We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful library in our community for our students!

EXEMPLARY! 🏴‍☠️ Seneca Grade School 170 earned the highest designation from the Illinois State Board of Education on the Illinois Report Card for the 25-26 School year. Thank you to our amazing faculty, staff, students, and community.

Pride runs deep in Seneca, and today we have one more reason to show it.❤️🖤🤍

Our 5th graders had a spooktacular time completing their Halloween STEM candy grabber challenge today!

Tuesday, October 27 was a great evening of music here at SGS! The 6th grade Concert Band and 5th grade music classes presented their Fall Band Concert with some folk tunes and spooky melodies.

Today, our SGS 8th-grade students attended the GAVC Career Fair!

Students had the incredible opportunity to network with representatives from over 50 different career fields, exploring potential career paths and gaining valuable insights into future opportunities. They learned firsthand how their current education directly connects to their future careers and personal goals.

Go Raiders!

7th graders are learning about how cells transport materials through their cell membranes. They used potato slices to discover the effects of water, salt, and sugar on cells.

SGS Voices members hosted a Let's Glow Dance for 7th and 8th grade students this past Friday, October 23rd. Food pantry items and books were collected to donate to the community.

Today was flight day for Mr. Holman's algebra class! The students put their knowledge of linear equations into action, graphing lines that doubled as paper airplane fold lines. Congratulations to Charlie and Jocelyn for being this year's paper airplane champions!

The 8th grade class took a field trip to Springfield today. The students visited the Abraham Lincoln Museum, the Illinois State Capitol, Lincoln’s Tomb, and The Lincoln Family Home. We had a great time exploring Abe Lincoln’s old stomping grounds.

The 5th grade students and 6th grade band are presenting their Fall Concert on October 27th at 6:30pm in the SGS South Campus gym.

Students from Seneca Grade School South Campus had the opportunity to visit Mrs. Beck's local pumpkin stand on this beautiful October morning. During the visit, students got to learn more about what it takes to manage a pumpkin farm, picked out some pumpkins, and practiced some essential math skills.

Thank you again to Mrs. Beck for graciously welcoming us to your farm. She will be holding a special opening day event this weekend that will include a discounted pumpkin prices, a bake sale, hot apple cider, prizes, and giveaways! See the flyer for additional information.