iPad pick up is going on at North Campus
New Remote Learning Packets are up for North Campus... https://www.sgs170.org/o/seneca-grade-school/browse/111275
North Campus families should connect with their child's homeroom teacher using ClassDojo. Visit www.classdojo.com or download the app today to start. Go to https://static.classdojo.com/docs/TeacherResources/ParentFAQs/ParentFAQs_ForParents.pdf
for directions to sign up.
A Math resource is TumbleMath -
This is K-6 math ebook database with math books and practice quizzes
https://www.tumblemath.com/autologin.aspx?U=tumble2020&P=A3b5c6
We appreciate Mrs. Lain coordinating these resources!
Here is another reading resouce: AudioBookCloud - An audio book database for kids to adults
http://www.audiobookcloud.com/autologin.aspx?U=tumble2020&P=A3b5c6&categoryID=33
Mrs. Lain has found a great resource for families to use during our time at home. Please visit this link to TumbleBooks - K-6 children's ebook database
https://www.tumblebooklibrary.com/auto_login.aspx?U=tumble735&P=books
https://youtu.be/5pxBd-tHC60
Check out some of our NC staff on Raider Red day! Hope everyone is staying healthy and we miss you!
This is a picture of socks the students can color for Down Syndrome Awareness day tomorrow. Similar to the shamrock hunt, kids can color it today then post in a window of their house tomorrow and families can drive around and hunt for the socks.
Thanks Mrs. Passerman for sharing!
This is a reminder..
If you are participating in the meal pick up program at SC It begins tomorrow
Wed the 18th from 11-1p.m
This is a drive up service. Please enter through the front gates and proceed to the south side of the building to door N..where staff will bring your meals out to you.
Here is another resource for you to check out for activities for home.
https://www.bookitprogram.com/articles/tips-tricks/free-reading-resources
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 3-13 https://5il.co/6f2f
SGS students and parents - After discussing future events with other conference schools, it was decided that the remainder of the regular season scholastic bowl schedule will be cancelled. We still plan on participating in the tournament on April 18th and April 29th.
As of right now, no decision has been made on the track season. If school is in session, there will be practice.
We will update you as we know more. If you have any questions please contact Mr. Holman at jholman@sgs170.org.
The Solo & Ensemble Concert scheduled for tomorrow, 3/14, has been cancelled.
Check out Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter... https://5il.co/5jbo
Ms. Bolin’s 3rd grade class playing a life size version of the board game “Battleship.”
The Seneca wrestling team competed in a very tough sectional meet today. Three wrestlers will move on to STATE next weekend! Chris Peura placed 3rd, Ryan Flynn placed 2nd, and Asher Hamby was the sectional champion at 119 pounds! Congratulations boys!!
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Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 3-6 https://5il.co/6f2f
Show your school spirit on Monday by wearing red and black to support the Lady Raiders volleyball team as they compete in sectionals! Also, fan bus permission slips were sent home today. If students are interested in riding, they need to be turned in by Monday morning at 8:30.
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 3/6/20 - https://5il.co/5jbo
Congratulations to the 7th grade volleyball girls for winning the regional championship!
Mrs. Sprinkel's March Calendar https://5il.co/6f2h
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Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter - 2/28/2020
Paul Guerino, guest speaker from the Chicago Field Museum, shares his knowledge on Geology with Seneca’s Sixth Grade Class
Guerino Really Rocks!
Hands were raised as guest speaker Paul Guerino sparked enthusiasm in the classroom. Seneca Grade School students listened attentively as Mr. Guerino spoke on the formation of acid rain, the effects of acid rain on the environment, as well as rocks and erosion. Guerino’s presentation served a culminating activity for the unit of study in Science teacher, Julie Yunker-Craig’s classroom. “Mr. Guerino connects with the students. He presents the material with enthusiasm and knowledge”, states Craig. Guerino gains the students’ attention by painting a picture. “Pretend you are a leaf on a tree,” tells Guerino, walking the students through the effects of acidity on plant life. Both Paul and Julie served on the instructional education team for the IAAP (Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers) summer teacher workshop program. Julie Yunker-Craig has served as the Keynote speaker for the IAAP convention in past years. Guerino makes sand slides and rock samples for the IAAP convention as well as many schools throughout Illinois. Seneca’s sixth grade students benefited from Mr. Guerino’s knowledge on geology this past week. Guerino conducted a sand slide presentation and microscope lab with Craig’s classes. Guerino and Craig co-taught a rock identification lab including the construction of rock kits. The students’ eyes light up when Guerino brings rock samples for them to keep. This lifelong teacher really rocks!
Fourth Grade enjoying a game of Crazy Pin Guard
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Your 7th grade Lady Raiders are the IVC Champs!!
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Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter 2/14/20 - https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 2-7 https://5il.co/6f2f
Mrs. Sprinkel's February Calendar https://5il.co/6f2h
The 7th grade Lady Raiders volleyball team took 2nd in the Marseilles tournament this weekend. They beat Marseilles and Ottawa Wallace before falling to Marquette in the championship game. They are now 13-1 and will be playing in the conference tournament this week.
On Saturday, February 8, the top speller from our school spelling bee went on to compete in the LaSalle, Putnam, and Marshall County Regional Office of Education’s Regional Spelling Bee. Seventh grader, Hailey, did a great job representing SGS with pride. She made it through the first two rounds before being eliminated in an incredibly challenging third round. On March 11, she and the top sixth and eighth grade spellers from SGS will compete at our annual Conference Spelling Bee.
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Mrs. McDonald's February Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
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All the students at North Campus gathered this morning for a special 100th day treat. The PSO popped popcorn for everyone and we listened to a story, watched the first Mickey Mouse cartoon, did a 100th day dance and watched Mr. Hollenbeck's video. It was a great time!
North Campus celebrated the 100th day of school on January 31st. Our neighbor, Mr. Bob Hollenbeck, who turned 100 this past October, answered some of our questions as part of the fun. Check out the interview at https://youtu.be/w4llLQAuyzU
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter - 1/31/20 https://5il.co/5jbo
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Mrs Hovious Newsletter - 01/24/20 https://5il.co/5jbo
7th Grade IVC Championship.
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Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 1/17/20 - https://5il.co/5jbo
Congratulations to SGS Students of the Month. (Left-Cassidy Fosen (November), Middle - Principal Severson, Right Bo Bols (December)
Congratulations to Mrs. DeBolt’s and 1/2 of Ms. Zelko’s class for being Ms. Bolin’s class of the week for the week of January 6-10th. They scored the most points for behavior, safety, effort, and respect.
5th grade students using their math skills to break down food labels in Health class.
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter - 1/10/20 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's January Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
More classes
Last set of class pictures- thanks for participating
The fun continues
Grinch Day was so much fun! Thanks for participating
More class pictures from Grinch Day
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North Campus Christmas Sing-a-long.
8th grade students participated in cookie baking today as part of their cooking exploratory.
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter 12/20/19 - https://5il.co/5jbo
North Campus is making the Grinch’s heart grow!! Don’t forget to join in the fun tomorrow with our Grinch Day!
On Wednesday afternoon, kindergarten students boarded the Polar Express for a special trip to the North Pole. Students listened to The Polar Express, a children's book written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg.
The story is about a young boy who hears a train whistle in the distance only to find the Polar Express waiting outside his window ready to take him on a journey to the North Pole. The boy then boards the train, which is filled with chocolate and candy, as well as many other children in their pajamas. After the train reaches the North Pole, the boy is handpicked by Santa to receive the first gift of Christmas. He asks Santa for a bell from one of the reindeer's harnesses and puts it in the pocket of his robe. On the train ride home, the boy discovers the bell has fallen through a hole in his pocket. Christmas morning, his sister finds a small package for him under the tree. He opens the box and discovers the bell, delivered by Santa who found it on the seat of his sleigh. When the boy rings the bell, both he and his sister marvel at the beautiful sound, but neither of their parents can hear it ring. The magic of the bell is that it rings for those who truly believe.
After listening to the story, kindergarten students disembarked the Polar Express and heard the sound of bells ringing. Children found a special bell attached to their seats of the train. Kindergarten students later rotated through the three kindergarten classrooms where they ate chocolate milk, donuts, and candy canes, painted a picture of the Polar Express, and played a Christmas reading game. The afternoon ended with a variety of games and relays in the gym. It was a magical, memorable day in kindergarten.
Congratulations to Mrs. Feiner’s 4th grade class for being Ms. Bolin’s class of the week for the week of December 9th-13th. They did an excellent job scoring the most points for safety, effort, behavior, and respect last week! Keep up the great work!
Seneca Grade School will dismiss one hour early this Friday December 20th. North Campus will dismiss at 1:45 and South Campus at 1:56. PM Preschool will be in session this day
North Campus will be celebrating Grinch Day this Friday. All PK-4th graders are invited to join the fun!
Congratulations to the SGS wrestling team on taking 3rd place overall in the Marseilles tournament today! Also, congratulations to Asher Hamby for being named Most Outstanding Wrestler!
Results are as follows...
Raiden Terry - 2nd
Ethan Othon - 3rd
Thomas Milton - Champion
Asher Hamby - Champion
Ryan Flynn - Champion
Will Milton - 2nd
Chris Peura - Champion
Alex Bogner - 3rd
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Fun Friday activities at the South Campus.
Thank you to the community for making last night a success. With your help, we packed the gym and will be able to donate 238 food items along with $72 to the Seneca Food Pantry!!
Our 5th graders learned about making positive choices in their DARE lesson today with Officer Armitage.
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter - 12/13 https://5il.co/5jbo
Pack The House night vs. MVK
6th grade getting ready for Geo Fair!
Seneca Grade School would like to invite you to “Pack the Gym to Pack the Pantry” night on December 12th. We hope to see you there!
If you would like to make a donation but not attend the game, we will be accepting them in the main office at South Campus all week.
We are up to 262 pairs of shoes for our drive!!! Thank you to everyone who has donated. Keep them coming! We are collecting until December 20th.
Thanks PSO for a great night at the Dance with Santa!
8th grade basketball helping w/2nd grade gingerbread houses
7th grade volleyball tryouts will be Dec. 9 & 10 from 3:15-4:45 at North Campus. You must be at tryouts both days. All paperwork must be turned in prior to tryouts.
Mrs. Hovious Newsletter 12/06/19 - https://5il.co/5jbo
Visit Santa at Seneca Ace Hardware on December 7th from 12-2pm - https://5il.co/boj9
Check out the 1st Trimester Newsletter to read all about what happened and is coming up at SGS!!! https://5il.co/bn0u
Used shoe drive! Donate now at both campuses!
6th grade annual Geography Fair will be held on December 11th. Parents and community members are invited to join us at 2 P.M. in the commons at South Campus, to enjoy the food and culture of the many countries.
Mrs. McDonald's December Events- https://5il.co/5lf6
7th Grade Regional Semi-Finals.
Congratulations to all of our honor roll students for the first trimester!
Eighth grade language arts classes spent the day solving “The Case of the Tell-Tale Heart.” After reading Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart,” students worked in groups to answer questions about the story in order to obtain clues hidden around the classroom to avenge the Old Man’s killer.
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Congratulations to our State Cross Country Qualifiers.
Kevin Einhaus, Evelyn O'Connor and Austin Aldridge!
Pictured are: (Left) Kevin Einhaus - 7th Grade, (Middle) Evelyn O'Connor - 7th Grade and (Right) Coach Wallin.
Congratulations to the following Students of the Month.
(Left) Mohammad Abushanab - October Student of the Month, (Middle) Principal Severson and (Right) Jolena Odum - September Student of the Month
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 11/22/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
As Winter Approaches... Please see attached for our Inclement Weather Nofification and Late Start Guidelines. https://5il.co/bhys
4th grade playing the game “Raging River” in physical education class. Students work together using equipment they are given to cross the “river” without touching their body directly to the floor.
SGS Raiders Conference Champs!!
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6th doing Breakout boxes!
Mr. DeBolt spoke to the third grade class about his experiences in the service for Veterans Day.
Fluid Power Action Challenge at JJC
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter... 11/15/19
https://5il.co/5jbo
Therapy dogs visit 3rd grade
Seneca 8th Grade vs. Grand Ridge
Mrs. Monahan's Nov. 11th newsletter - https://5il.co/b9gg
Mrs. Sprinkel's November Calendar https://5il.co/6f2h
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 11-8 https://5il.co/6f2f
Information regarding the K-4 Music Program was sent home on Thursday, November 7th. Please check your student’s take home folder for information and also check out Mr. Richards website for up to date information. Thanks!
https://sites.google.com/site/sgsraidersmusicpage/home
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 11/08/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
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Mrs. Monahan's Newsletter November 4th
Speech Preview Night.
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 11/01/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Event Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
Congratulations on a great season 6th grade girls basketball
The North Campus Halloween Parade will be indoors tomorrow. Please join us in the South Gym. Enter at the South entrance - Door W, doors will open at 10:45. Students will come into the gym and parade around by grade level for pictures. School will dismiss at 11:25
5th grade D.A.R.E. Day with officer Armitage.
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Mrs Hovious Newsletter 10/25/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Beginning Band Concert.
Mrs. Monahan's October 21, 2019 Newsletter
2019 State Cross Country Meet
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Good luck to our State Bound Cross Country Runners tomorrow!
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 10/18/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Congratulations to Kevin Einhaus, Austin Aldridge, and Evelyn O'Connor, who qualified for the State Cross Country Meet on Saturday, October 19th at Maxwell Park in Normal, Illinois. Good luck runners!
Mrs. Monahan's Newsletter 10-14
Yesterday the 8th grade traveled to Springfield to check our Abe Lincoln’s old stomping grounds.
Mrs Hovious Newletter 10/10/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
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North Campus will celebrate Fire Safety Week next week. Please wear Red on Wednesday October 9th to support us and make sure to review your family’s safety plan!
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 10/4/19 - https://5il.co/5jbo
We want to wish our wonderful neighbor, Mr. Hollenbeck, a very Happy 100th Birthday!
Mrs. McDonald's October Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
The 4th graders are learning about the notes on the staff in music class. Here are there emojis for the space notes (Space spells FACE)!
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Mrs Hovious Newsletter 9/27/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
6th grade Mentos Lab experiment
Mrs. Monahan's Newsletter 9-23-19
On Thursday, September 19th the 2nd grade classes took a field trip to the LaSalle County Soil and Water Conservation Districts Environmental Activity Day at Shabbona Park. Conservation and environmental professionals covered topics in conservation, wildlife, agriculture, and the environment. Students were in groups and rotated through the hands on centers. The day was very warm but fun was had by all!
Four 8th grade students spent the day on Friday at Joliet Junior college. Samuel C., Mohammad A., Sophia F., and Chrissy A. spent the first day of a two-day competition learning all about hydraulic and pneumatic power. Representatives from Caterpillar lead the instruction, demonstrating how to use the tools, before they set the students free to learn by doing. Students built hydraulic lift and rotating machines in order to practice for their competition build in November. Those four students will spend the next two months planning and building prototype machines to complete the task of moving a wooden dowel with only fluid power. Good luck tackling this challenge, team!
Mrs. Hovious Newsletter 9/20/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
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The 6th grade girls B team will play first tonight at Marseilles. Game will start at 5:00. A team will follow.
SGS Welcomes two new Teachers! Left, Katie Derber, 4th grade and right Mariah Bolin Elementary P.E.
The kindergarten students had a great time at Heap’s Giant Pumpkin Farm! Students learned about the life cycle of a pumpkin and were introduced to a variety of pumpkins and squash grown on the farm. We took a hayrack ride out to the pumpkin patch where the children were able to walk around and see the vines, leaves, flowers, and pumpkins. The students enjoyed seeing the chickens, goats, sheep, donkey, and calf that live on the farm. Playing in Milo’s Castle, climbing on the hay bales, and crawling through the corn bins were some highlights of the trip. Each student was able to choose a pumpkin to bring home too. The students had a wonderful day of fun, learning, and exploration!
SGS home Cross Country meet.
3rd grade playing Rock, Paper, Scissors Football.
- One player from one team starts in the middle on both sides of the football.
- Players alternate running, one at a time, toward a running member of the opposite team.
- Players stop in front of each other and play rock paper scissors, whichever player wins keeps running forward, the player that does not win runs back toward his/her line. If the player with
the ball loses, they drop the ball and the other person picks it up.
- As soon as one player loses at rock paper scissors, the next person in their line may run to meet the person who won.
- The goal is to cross the goal line.
Mrs. Monahan's Newsletter 9-16-19https://5il.co/a8yl
Back to School!! Black out Dance!!!
Combined 4th grade classes for a end of the week game of Scatterball. Have a great weekend!
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Mrs Hovious Newsletter 09-13-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
We had a wonderful lunch with a few heroes from Seneca!
This week the kindergarten classes have been learning how our first responders and veterans are helpful, brave, and courageous. We are so thankful for the sacrifices they have made to allow us freedom and to protect our safety!
We loved all our guests at lunch today!
Remembering Patriots Day at SGS.
First home cross country meet.
We are still collecting food this week for the food drive. We appreciate everyone’s help
We would Iike to invite our veterans and first responders to join students for lunch on Wednesday September 11th. Call 815-357-8744 option 2 for reservations
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 9-6 - https://5il.co/6f2f
Mrs. Sprinkel's September Calendar- https://5il.co/6f2h
Mrs. Hovious Newsletter 09/06/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
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The B baseball game @ Seneca tonight has been cancelled.
The A baseball game @ Streator is STILL ON and will start at 4:30.
Mrs. McDonald's Monthly Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
Mrs Hovious' Star News - 8/30/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
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Baseball Update:
- The "A" baseball game tonight (8/27) will start at 5:00.
- The game vs. Saratoga has been rescheduled for Thursday 8/29 at 4:30.
Thanks PSO!
The kindergarten students were excited to wear their new Raiders shirts for red day. Thank you to our wonderful PSO for providing the shirts!
Athletic Update:
The A and B baseball games for tonight have been cancelled. The rescheduled date is TBD.
The B softball game vs. Wilmington has also been cancelled. This game will not be rescheduled.
Mrs Hovious - Star News 8/23/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Loved seeing everyone back to school today! Looking forward to a great year
Welcome back to the first day of school!!!
The baseball game for tonight has been cancelled. The make up date is TBD. There will be no practice.
The softball game tonight is CANCELLED. Both games will be made up tomorrow (8/21) and start at 3:30. B team @ MVK and A team @ Home.
Kindergarten Parents are invited to the Kindergarten Parent only Meeting tonight beginning at 5:30. Enter at the main entrance and we will begin in the North Gym. See you tonight!
Big thanks to our PSO for a fun filled evening at the Back to School Picnic!
First day for K-8 students is Wed August 21st. This is a half day for students, with dismissal at North Campus at 11:25 and South at 11:35.
Thurs August 22nd is a full day for students. North Campus will dismiss now at 2:50 and South remains 2:56
Let's make it a great year!
The start of school will soon be here! Back to School Open House will be Tuesday August 20, 2019. North Campus will be from 5-6 and South 6-7 Come to drop off supplies, meet your teachers and enjoy some ice cream
Baseball tryouts will start Monday 8/5 from 11:30 - 1:30 at the SGS baseball field. Please have all paperwork submitted in order to participate. If you have any questions please contact the Athletic Director, Mr. Holman, at jholman@sgs170.org. We hope to see you there!
Reminder that softball tryouts will be tomorrow at 8:30 at South Campus. There will still be practice if it rains. Please have athletes bring tennis shoes.
Cross Country practice will begin on Friday, August 9th @ 7:30 AM (not August 5th like originally planned). Please make sure all paperwork is up to date in order to participate. Any athletes wanting to join should show up on the 9th. New/updated schedules will be handed out.
Popsicles on the Playground was a success! The weather was perfect for us to play and visit. Big thanks to the families and teachers that were able to join us. I look forward to seeing everyone at our Back to School Open House Tuesday August 20th!
Softball tryouts/practices will be held the week of July 29th from 8:30-10:30 at the South Campus field. Please remember, all paperwork must be up to date in order to participate. If you have any questions please contact the Athletic Director, Mr. Holman, at jholman@sgs170.org.
Join me for "Popsicles on the Playground"
Tuesday July 23rd 11:30-1:00
at the North Campus Playground
We will have ice pops for everyone - come with friends, play, and enjoy a nice treat!
Girl's basketball and volleyball open gyms will take place in the Shipyard Gym at North Campus this week (7/15-7/19). They are open to all 6th-8th grade girls interested. Please make sure all paperwork is up to date.
Basketball is 8:30 - 10:00 and volleyball is 10:30 - 12:00.
The 2019 softball, baseball, and cross country seasons are coming quickly. Current physicals and necessary paperwork must be on file in order to participate. Please remember that all schedules can be found on the following website - https://il.8to18.com/Seneca170
If there are any questions you can contact the district office, coach(es), or athletic director (Mr. Holman).
Seneca High School will be hosting a volleyball camp for 5th-8th graders. Please use the email on the attached flyer to contact Amy Mino if interested.
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 5/31/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
7th graders had a great time launching their water rockets in Mrs. Covert’s class yesterday.
North Campus Field Day Fun!!
Congratulations to the Seneca Grade School graduates!
The 6th grade students recently took a field trip to the McLean County History Museum and Ropp Cheese Farm. It was a great day of hands-on “curating” at the museum and learning (and sampling!) about the process of making cheese.
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter - 05/24/19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Congratulations to our 8th Grade Students of the Month for the 2018-19 school year!
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter - 5/17/19 - https://5il.co/5jbo
SGS Band & Chorus end of the year trip to Haunted Trails.
SGS Gratitude Garden is planted by SGS sixth graders. Yellow ribbon of marigolds to say, “We Remember and Thank You” to all who serve our country and our community. Red, White and Blue flowers also honor military (past and present), First Responders, Seneca Food Pantry and all community members who serve to make our community a great place to live.
On Thursday, May 9, the first grade took a trip to Miller Park Zoo in Bloomington. We had an awesome day! The kids enjoyed seeing the crocodiles, monkeys, and especially the sea otters. In groups, the students observed which animals were endangered and why. They also really enjoyed spending time in the rainforest building and seeing the giant python!
Thank you to the chaperones who went with us to help make it a successful day!
Congratulations to the 8th grade girls track team on finishing 2nd at the state track meet this weekend!!
Congratulations to Anna Bruno, STATE CHAMPION in the 200 meter dash with a time of 27.21!
Congratulations to the 8th grade girls 4x100 meter relay for placing 2nd at the state track meet today. They had a time (and school record) of 53.87!
Congratulations to Anna Bruno, who placed 2nd in the 8th girls 100 meter dash with a time of 13.27!
Congratulations to Caitlyn O’Boyle, who finished 5th in the 8th grade girls hurdles with a time (and school record) of 16.89!
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Congratulations to Anna Bruno, who placed 2nd in the 8th grade girls long jump with a jump of 16’8.75”!
Congratulations to Teagan Johnson who placed 1st and Lily Ford who placed 5th in pole vault at the state track meet today!
Congrats to Teagan Johnson, STATE CHAMPION in the 7th grade girls pole vault with a jump of 9’3”!!!
Good luck to all the athletes competing at the state track meet this weekend!!
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 5-10-2019 https://5il.co/5jbo
We have one more day to collect food for the Food Drive contest for the Postal Service. Thank you so much for your generosity! Let’s see if we can fill a few more boxes before the weigh-in tomorrow! I would love to see the Marseilles Postal Service wearing our Raider hats!
Preschool Mother’s Day Tea party.
Kindergarten enjoyed our annual trip to the Children’s Museum. The students explored the many exhibits and engaged in a hands- on learning lab about matter. It was a fun day for all.
South Campus 2019 Young Authors
The fourth grade visited The Lasalle County Historical Museum today. We visited a one room school house, blacksmith shop, barn, and museums. We learned what life was like in pioneer times. It was a great time!
Mrs. McDonald's May Events- https://5il.co/5lf6
North Campus participating in ACES - all children exercise simultaneously. Due to weather conditions we rescheduled from Workout Wednesday to today. A great way to end our spirit week!
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 5-3-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Congratulations to our Excellence in Education award winners
North Campus Young Authors!
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Think-ahead Thursday in Mrs. Sprinkel’s class.
Mrs. Hovious’s class is thinking ahead this Thursday to their future careers!
Mrs. Sprinkel’s class shows off their muscles for Workout Wednesday
This morning, the entire South Campus participated in the annual Project ACES physical fitness initiative. ACES stands for “All Children Exercise Simultaneously “. Every May, millions of school children from across the globe participate in this event.
Mrs. C’s Preschool classes got into the spirit of Twisted Tuesday!
Fun in Mrs. Sprinkel’s class for Maui Monday and Twisted Tuesday
Scholastic Bowl Sections at SGS.
Last Friday, Mrs. Marenda’s classes launched their Roman catapults, created from shoeboxes, as part of a cross-curricular STEM project involving social studies and science.
North Campus made their own sunshine on Maui Monday
Mr. Yandell’s classes are presenting their book report projects today.
Mrs. McDonald's Event Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter 4/26/19 - https://5il.co/7epv
Another amazing Mother Goose Program by Kindergarten!
Kindergarten Open House tonight! The students were amazing and very proud to show off their hard work this year!
North Campus students are invited to join in Spring Spirit Week April 29th to May 3rd
Congrats Scholastic Bowl!! Regional champs!!
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Our 5th graders participated in the annual Connect Four tournament today. This is an event coordinated by our 5th grade teachers to reward the students for giving their best effort during standardized testing.
Our 7th graders visited the Seneca Area History Museum today to learn about the rich history of our town. What a great little museum!
Look who hopped his way into North Campus! A great way to start the day
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 4-18-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
8th grade students working on Earth Day projects.
Congratulations to Ms. Novotney for being named Educator of the Year by the Marseilles VFW Post 5506.
Congratulations to Sierra Culbertson, Anna Bruno and Lexi Sprinkle for being chosen as winners of the Patriot Pen Essay Contest sponsored by the Marseilles VFW Post 5506.
Mrs. Hovious Newsletter 4-12-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Congratulations to Lexi Sprinkel for being chosen as a LaSalle County Student Excellence Award winner!
The Track Meet tonight has been cancelled.
Track athletes are off to a great start this season. We have already had two school records broken! Anna Bruno set the record in long jump with a jump of 15'9.5" and Teagan Johnson set the record in pole vault with a jump of 8'1".
6th grade March Madness presentations!
And M.M. Pennants!
Officer Armitage talked to our 5th and 6th grade students today about the the importance of staying safe while using the internet and interacting on social media.
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs Hovious Newsletter April 4, 2019 - https://5il.co/5jbo
1st Track Meet of the Year.
Mrs. McDonald's Event Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
Check out Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter... The 3/22 Edition! https://5il.co/6zrl
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
North Campus enjoyed the assembly “The Magic of Science” today. A big thanks to the PSO for providing this opportunity!
Mrs Hovious' Newletter 3-15-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Join us in celebrating World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st and Rock Your Crazy Socks!
Mrs. Sprinkel's March Calendar https://5il.co/6f2h
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 3-8 https://5il.co/6f2f
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 3-8-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Track practice begins Monday, March 11th! Track is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.
District 2nd Trimester Newsletter https://5il.co/6t4f
The 2019 track spirit wear is available! Orders can be placed online until March 14th. Regular spirit wear available as well. Follow this link to browse and place your order!
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Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs. McDonald's March Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
Mrs. Hovious Newsletter 3-1-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
The wrestlers had a strong showing at Regionals. Congratulations to Asher Hamby and Bruce Smolucha for qualifying for Sectionals!
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 2-22-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Congratulations to all of our science fair contestants. Everyone did a great job on their projects!
On February 14, the 8th graders visited the Livingston County War and Route 66 Museums. There they spoke with veterans from WWII, Vietnam, and Korea. In addition, they had the chance to learn more about the historic Route 66.
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter 2-15-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Happy Valentine’s Day!
2019 SGS/MVK Wrestling Raiders.
Mrs. McDonald's February Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
SGS 6th Grade Volleyball at the Saratoga Tournament.
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 2-8 https://5il.co/6f2f
Ottawa Children’s Dentistry visited our kindergarten students this afternoon. Children learned about the importance of brushing, eating healthy foods, and visiting the dentist regularly.
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 2-8-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Kindergarten students celebrated the 100th Day of school by dressing like a 100 year old. Everyone had a great time celebrating this milestone in the school year!
Due to anticipated icy conditions tomorrow morning, Seneca Grade School will use a 2-hour delayed start for Wednesday, February 6th. Doors will open at 8:30, breakfast will be available at 9:30 and classes will begin at 10:00 .
Mrs. Sprinkel's February Calendar https://5il.co/6f2h
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 2.1.19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs. McDonald's February Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
Hope everyone is keeping warm! Here is the lunch menu for tomorrow
Italian Chicken Wrap
Cheese Slice
Shredded Lettuce/Tomato
Pineapple
Rice Krispie Treat
Milk
Due to the extreme weather conditions, Seneca Grade School will be closed Wednesday, January 30th and Thursday, January 31st. Be safe and stay warm!!
Due to blowing snow and poor road conditions, Seneca Grade School will be closed today, Monday January 28th.
Congrats to the Regional Champ 7th Grade Raiders
Mrs. McDonald's January Events- https://5il.co/5lf6
Birds of Prey - 5th grade field trip
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 1-25-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Due to ice and poor road conditions Seneca Grade School and Seneca High School will not be in session today, January 23rd.
Due to the rain/ice and road conditions, North and South Campus will be dismissing at 12:00pm
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter https://5il.co/66lg
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News - https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter 1-18-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Just a reminder for North Campus drop-off, there is no parking in the drop off zone. If you need to get out of your car, please park in a parking space along the building. We appreciate everyone’s help with this for the safety of all students.
Congratulations to our November and December Students of the Month - Anna Bruno and Zack Sulzberger
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 1-11 https://5il.co/66lq
https://5il.co/66le Mrs. Sprinkel's January Calendar
Mrs. McDonald's Do not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 1-11-19 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Event Calendar - https://5il.co/5lf6
Looking forward to seeing everyone back to school on Monday January 7th!
Mrs. McDonald's Newsletter- https://5il.co/5l7r
Kindergarten Teacher's Newsletter 12-21-18 https://5il.co/5xs6
It was a busy afternoon with our Character Counts winter stations. A huge thank you to the Character Committee with coordinating the activities and thanks to all the staff that assisted each group!! It was a fun filled afternoon!
Seneca Grade School will dismiss one hour early on Friday December 21st. North Campus will dismiss at 1:45 and South at 1:56.
There is both AM and PM Preschool tomorrow.
This will begin Winter Break. School will resume on Monday January 7th.
Voices caroling
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 12-14-18 https://5il.co/5jbo
First Grade spreads the Christmas cheer by caroling throughout the building. https://youtu.be/AIpYRRmiq_E
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
After one day of collecting socks for Operation PADS, students have made an extra effort to bring both practical as well as “fun” or inspirational messages.
7/8 Boys Basketball helping 2nd w/Gingerbread houses!
Mrs. Mcdonald's Do Not Lose News - https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter 12-7-18 - https://5il.co/5jbo
The South Campus Winter Concert begins tonight @ 7pm. Last night was a packed house. Come early.
Senior Citizen luncheon and k-4 Christmas concert dress rehearsal.
Don't forget... The K-4 Winter Concert is tonight @ 6:30!
Congratulations to the 8th grade girls basketball team on a great season! Their season came to an end in the regional championship on Friday night with a 42-30 loss to Oglesby Washington.
Mrs. McDonald's December Calendar- https://5il.co/5lf6
8th grade volleyball tryouts will start on Monday, December 3rd @ 3:15 @ North Campus.
SGS Marching Raiders at the Dwight Christmas Parade.
Mrs. Sprinkel's December Calendar https://5il.co/5lfr
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 11-30 https://5il.co/5lfp
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 11-30-18 https://5il.co/5jbo
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- https://5il.co/5l7r
Martha the therapy dog came to visit third grade.
Due to the weather conditions, school has been canceled for today, November 26th. Be safe out there!!
SGS T1 Newsletter... http://5il.co/4g84
Kindergarten says, "Gobble, Gobble, Gobble!"
We loved packing military care packages today! Thank you to everyone who donated supplies.
4th grade Living Museum. Students shared their information they learned regarding various “American Firsts”
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News-https://5il.co/5l7r
Mrs. Hovious' Newsletter 11/16/18 - https://5il.co/5jbo
The annual kindergarten- first grade Thanksgiving feast was held today! It’s fun to share a meal with our friends
Third grade loved hearing from Jennifer Ward!
Author Jennifer Ward reads to SGS kindergarten students.
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 11/9/18 https://5il.co/5lfp
Mrs. Sprinkel's November Calendar https://5il.co/5lfr
Congrats to our ILMEA District 2 Festival representatives: Taylor Mino, Bruce Smolucha, Caroline Paulson, and Ashlin Jackson
Mr. DeBolt visits with students to share about his experiences as a Paratrooper. Thank you Veterans for your service
Great win today at Seneca High School for 7th Grade over Marseilles. Nice job team!!
Congratulations to the 8th grade girls basketball team for winning the IVC championship with a 30-20 win over GSW!
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 11/9/18 https://5il.co/5jbo
Preschool Donuts for Dads.
Mrs. Sprinkel's November Calendar http://5il.co/55gk
North Campus vs. South Campus in the PSO sponsored “Slime The Principal” fundraiser.
Mrs Hovious' Newsletter 11/2/18 http://5il.co/54os
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 11-2-18 http://5il.co/4xg3
It was a great day for our parade!
Thanks to all who were able to come to our parade today!
North Campus will have their annual Halloween Parade at 11:00 AM on Wednesday October 31st. We will leave from the main entrance, head north on Oak Street to Union then down to Route 170, coming back to the building on New Street. Everyone is welcome to come to see the parade!
7th and 8th boys basketball open the season at home against Odell.
Our hands on activity to help third graders learn about forces and motion!
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 10-26-18 http://5il.co/54os
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- http://5il.co/57cx
Reminder... Email will be down this afternoon. If you need to contact the school please call 815.357.8744.
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Hello Everyone. Our email servers will be down on 10/25 beginning @ 12pm. If you need to contact us please call the office. 815.357.8744
Seneca Grade School Beginning Band Concert.
7th and 8th grade Lady Raider basketball team join up with North Campus for Hornet Hope service project. Messages of hope going out to Panama City Florida.
Don't forget about the Beginning Band Concert tomorrow night, 10/23. It starts at 7pm!
Third grade with the working dogs, Chance and Rosie
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 10-19-18 http://5il.co/54os
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- http://5il.co/57cx
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 10-19 http://5il.co/4xg3
State Cross Country Runners were recognized at the October 17th Board Meeting. Pictured left to right: Riley Sanburg 8th grade, Kevin Einhaus 6th grade, Austin Aldridge 7th Grade and Coach Gena Wallin. Not in attendance was Evelyn O'Connor
More Virtual Reality Fun!
1st Graders Love Virtual Reality
Third graders are working on their times tables. Be sure to ask your child which belt they are working on and practice at home!
Evelyn O'Connor receiving 19th place medal at State XC meet.
Evelyn O'Connor
State cross country meet-Maxwell Park, Bloomington
Mrs. McDonald's October Calendar- http://5il.co/57cy
SGS State Cross Country qualifiers are cheered on by the North Campus students and staff members. Good Luck tomorrow at State competition !
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- http://5il.co/57cx
Eighth grade students spent October 3, 2018, exploring our state capital! Students had the opportunity to visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, Lincoln’s Tomb at Oak Ridge Cemetery, the Old State Capitol, and the Lincoln Home National Historic Site.
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 10-12-18 http://5il.co/54os
Exploring the Everglades with Virtual Reality!
Thank you to the Seneca Fire Department for hosting kindergarten, first and second grades for Fire Safety Week!
2018 Cross Country Sectionals
Sixth grade students work together to figure out how to get inside breakout boxes and see what’s inside .... the boys vs. the girls. This was fun to watch.
Fourth Grade Agriculture in the Classroom
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Third grade students created landforms for our Geography unit
Third grade landforms
3rd Newsletter 10/8 http://5il.co/559i
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News - http://5il.co/53nm
Mrs Hovious Newsletter - 10-4-18 - http://5il.co/54os
Mitchell Newsletter 10-9-18http://5il.co/54vj
Einhaus Newsletter October 8 http://5il.co/54v2
The new PK playground (Grober Gardens) is finally open for business!!
Mrs. Baudino Newsletter October 8 http://5il.co/54n6
Third grade loved having Officer Armitage as a guest reader!
Mrs. Sprinkel's October Calendar - http://5il.co/52ux
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 9-28-18 - http://5il.co/52uq
Mrs. Mitchell's Newsletter 10-1-18http://5il.co/52u1
Einhaus Newsletter Oct. 1-5 http://5il.co/52f2
Mrs. McDonald's October Calendar- http://5il.co/50vj
Mrs. McDonald's Do Not Lose News- http://5il.co/50vh
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 9-28-18 - http://5il.co/51z1
Baudino Newsletter 10-1 http://5il.co/51pj
Show your school spirit Thursday, October 4. Come dressed in your Raider gear!
First Grade Field Trip - http://5il.co/5020
Picture day tomorrow!
7th/8th Boys Basketball Open Gyms/Tryouts
Engineering Practices at work in third Grade
Mrs. McDonald Newsletter 9-21-18 http://5il.co/4xgm
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 9-21-18 - http://5il.co/4xgb
SGS Board of Education welcomes 3rd grade teacher Mrs. Hamilton and P.E. teacher Mr. Enervold to the District.
SGS Raider Cross Country Meet.
Mrs Einhaus Newsletter 9-24-18 http://5il.co/4xg5
Mrs. Sprinkel's Newsletter 9/21/18 http://5il.co/4xg3
Mrs. Baudino 9-24http://5il.co/4xct
Congrats to the 6th grade Lady Raider Basketball team on A and B team home opener wins.
5th Grade Science Class is amazed by the 3D Printer!!!
Raiders drop a close one to the Hawks in the Regional semi-finals 4-3. Nice season Raiders!
Raider and Hawks tied 2-2 top of the 5th. Great day for a ball game!
Mrs Mitchells Newsletter for the week of 9-17-18 - http://5il.co/4vdv
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 9-14-18 - http://5il.co/4uab
Don't forget to download our new App! You can find it in the App and Play Store. Search for Seneca CCSD.
Thank you to all who participated in the 9-11 program at South Campus!!
When to Keep Students Home - http://5il.co/4tz2
National Day of Service and Remembrance on September 11th. Wear red, white and blue in support of all those that serve. Ceremony begins at 9 am at South Campus
Mrs McDonald September 2018 Events - http://5il.co/4rdk
Mrs McDonald Newsletter 9-7-18 - http://5il.co/4rdg
Mrs Hovious Newsletter 9-7-18 - http://5il.co/4r4d
Welcome back SGS Students. Let's have a great year!
Congrats to B Team Baseball on their win last night. Go Raiders!
Seneca Grade School is now mobile. Get our App in iTunes and the Play Store!!