Miss Taylor Bushman aka Dr. Bushman visited our classroom with Kaylee Muntz to teach our class how to take care of their teeth. 🦷 What a lesson!! The kids loved it❤️🦷
https://youtube.com/shorts/a3WnmrCiy7I
https://youtube.com/shorts/a3WnmrCiy7I
Today, our sixth graders welcomed Zoe, a naturalist from Starved Rock State Park. Bringing some of the elements of survival from Hatchet to life, she gave an engaging presentation on Illinois wildlife, teaching students how native species like bats, squirrels, deer, opossums, bobcats, beavers, and skunks survive and thrive in our environment. Students explored key concepts including animal adaptations, camouflage, echolocation, sensory survival skills, and the vital role of keystone species in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Thank you to Zoe for bringing local wildlife science to life in our classroom!
Our 5th graders wrapped up the novel Ghost Dog Secrets with some creative book projects! Students created dioramas, movie posters, slide presentations, and board games to show their understanding of the novel. They also had the chance to play each other’s games and present their projects to the class!
Our 5th graders made grammar fun by flying paper airplanes! After launching their planes, students wrote sentences describing where they landed using prepositions and prepositional phrases. A fun, hands-on way to practice grammar!
On Veterans Day, sixth grade had the privilege of welcoming retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant Michael Frost as a guest speaker. Over a distinguished 25-year career, Master Sergeant Frost served in a variety of leadership roles, including as an Airborne Ranger and with the 10th Infantry Special Forces, completing multiple overseas deployments. In recognition of his service, he earned the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, and several other distinguished awards. We are so grateful to Master Sergeant Frost for coming in to speak with our group. Thank you for your service and for giving us an experience we won't soon forget! 🇺🇸
Happy World Kindness Day! Our second grade students teamed up with Refuge Coffee to spread a little kindness in our community! Students decorated coffee sleeves with positive messages and reminders to brighten someone's day. We hope these little messages bring a smile to those who receive them!
On Veterans Day, First Grade had the honor of having Mr. Jake DeBolt share with us his experience serving in the United States Army. The students loved hearing about his experiences, and the artifacts he brought in to show them. Thank you, Mr. DeBolt, for your service, and thank you to all veterans who have served. Happy Veterans Day!
8th graders showed off their understanding of how energy transforms from one for to another by building toys that transformed energy!
Seneca Grade School District is excited to once again collaborate with Seneca Township High School's IMPACT Program.
This heartfelt initiative aims to support families during the Christmas season by assisting with the purchase of Christmas gifts for children. Families in need are warmly invited to enroll their children in this program. We encourage families to share the necessary details using the form below, ensuring each child experiences the magic of Christmas!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTJOgalHsfT7syClOBUrfYNSwcw7fWXOS5wxrZpKSW3r5jMQ/viewform
Please contact Mrs. Leake at sleake@senecahs.org or 815-357-5000 with any questions.
This heartfelt initiative aims to support families during the Christmas season by assisting with the purchase of Christmas gifts for children. Families in need are warmly invited to enroll their children in this program. We encourage families to share the necessary details using the form below, ensuring each child experiences the magic of Christmas!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTJOgalHsfT7syClOBUrfYNSwcw7fWXOS5wxrZpKSW3r5jMQ/viewform
Please contact Mrs. Leake at sleake@senecahs.org or 815-357-5000 with any questions.
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!
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.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4vz1c1RDbxYRB4VXvDQ-o1ejZ25dQoSq6e_TqneBskzawAw/viewform?usp=header
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.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4vz1c1RDbxYRB4VXvDQ-o1ejZ25dQoSq6e_TqneBskzawAw/viewform?usp=header
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.❤️🖤🤍
Pride runs deep in Seneca, and today we have one more reason to show it.❤️🖤🤍