Bureau Valley, in conjunction with the Health Department, is strongly encouraging all parents to register online this year!
Beginning July 9, 2020, through July 23, 2020, parents may log into their student's Teacherease account and register their student(s) for the 2020-21 school year. Online registration allows parents to pay for fees with a debit or credit card. Some paper forms may be required, depending on the age of the student. Any required paper forms may be dropped off at your student’s building office beginning July 27th. Parents can also pay by check or cash at your student’s building office beginning July 27th.
Please contact Karen Sierens at ksierens@bureauvalley.net or 815-445-3101 with questions about applying for Free/Reduced Meals.
More information on in-person registration will be shared when the district receives further guidance from the Health Department.
Please visit our website, www.bv340.org, for Registration Information. Here you will find the Registration Fees for the 2020-21 school year. There is important information on immunization and health requirements, forms for school physicals and class supply lists.
District Update
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As the 2019-20 school year ends, we are planning ahead for 2020-21!
Registration options for the 20-21 school year may change throughout the summer, so please watch for emails or announcements on the BV social media accounts!
As in previous years, online registration will still be the easiest available option that most families will utilize; however, pre-printed registration packets will also be provided when you return remote learning materials and/or pick up your child’s items at their building.
Online Registration is available from July 9th to July 23rd! IF ALLOWED: Registration (In Person) is Thursday, July 23, 2020, from 10:00am to 6:00pm at Bureau Valley High School in Manlius.
Registration Options for 2020-21:
Online: Beginning July 9, 2020, through July 23, 2020, parents may log into their student's Teacherease account and register their student(s) for the 2020-21 school year. Online registration allows parents to pay for fees with a debit or credit card. Some paper forms may be required, depending on the age of the student. Any required paper forms may be dropped off at the registration day on July 23rd. Parents can also pay by check or cash on July 23rd.
Print Forms from www.bv340.org: Another option is to print the forms, found online at www.bv340.org, and bring the completed forms to the High School during registration times on July 23rd.
Attend District Registration: If parents choose not to use the online registration tool at home, parents must attend the registration day held at the high school on July 23rd, 2020. Computers will be available on July 23rd for parents that wish to use the new online registration tool. Parents may also choose to complete paper forms, which will be available on July 23rd.
Please visit our website, www.bv340.org, and click on Explore at the top of the web page. Then select Documents, Parents and Student Registration. Here you will find the Registration Fees for the 2020-21 school year. There is information on immunization and health requirements, forms for school physicals, and class supply lists.
Need help buying food for your school age children? Here is information about P-EBT SNAP benefits.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8! Please join us and celebrate with a virtual PreK - 12 Spirit Week! Send a picture or video of your outfit to bvphotos@bureauvalley.net. Photos will be shared on BV social media! For details, click on this link! https://tinyurl.com/ybzcggpr
April 17, 2020
Dear Storm Families and Staff,
Today, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced the end of in-person learning for the 2019-20 school year. This news is disheartening since we had held hope that we could reunite students and teachers in our schools; however, we value and respect the highest priority of keeping all members of the Bureau Valley family safe and healthy as we band together to stop the spread of this virus.
As we move forward with the governor’s decision, Bureau Valley schools will continue to use Remote Learning policies and procedures that have been developed and implemented since April 1st. This learning plan will continue through May 21st, though there will be no Remote Learning on the following weekdays: April 27th, May 11th, and May 22nd.
In addition to measures for Remote Learning, food services will continue to be offered on Mondays and Wednesdays through May 20th, including on non-Remote Learning days. These meals can be collected from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the same locations in our communities that we’ve been using.
The Bureau Valley administrative team knows you likely have many questions and concerns at this time, many of which we also have now. We will continue working hard to determine and communicate solutions that focus on our top priorities: maintaining safety for all, supplying meals for students, and providing meaningful learning opportunities. The decisions may take some time as we await further guidance from the government, health agencies, and the Illinois State Board of Education. Therefore, we appreciate your patience and understanding while we strive to provide a successful path that focuses on the best interests of the students, families, and staff members.
Sincerely,
The Bureau Valley CUSD #340 Administrative Team
On April 17th, Bureau Valley High School will honor the Class of 2020 and essential workers by joining #LightsForTheFight and #BeTheLight. The football field lights will shine at 20:20 (8:20 pm) for 20 minutes. Check BV social media at 8:20 for pictures and a senior surprise!
Reminder...Our food distribution will be on Mondays and Wednesdays at our same locations. Meals will still be available on Remote Planning Days.
In an effort to obey the Governor’s “Stay at Home” order and practice social distancing, we will now ONLY be distributing meals on Mondays and Wednesdays during the school closure. This plan will go into effect on Monday, April 6th. These FREE meals will be provided for children ages 18 and younger, or others who are currently enrolled at Bureau Valley CUSD #340. Families will be provided with lunch and breakfast meals via curbside service to span the entire week. If distribution days and times were to change due to the fluidity of the situation, district administration will provide notification to all community members.
WHERE AND WHEN CAN I PICK UP THESE MEALS?
Buda - Bus Stop (Younggren Center)
Manlius - High School Front Door
Sheffield - Bus Stop (United Church of Christ)
Walnut - Elementary School a.m. parent drop off circle
Wyanet - Elementary School a.m. parent drop off circle
WHEN CAN I PICK UP THESE MEALS?
Meals can be picked up at each site from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. We ask that people pick up one order per child in their care and immediately leave the site.
WHAT IF I CAN’T GET TO THE SITE?
Call your students' building between the hours of 9:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. and we will try our best to accommodate you.
March 31, 2020
Dear Storm Families and Staff,
On Tuesday, March 31st, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker issued an extension of his “Stay-at-Home” order for the entire state, which started Saturday, March 21, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. The order has now been extended through the end of April. This order essentially commands residents to stay in their homes as the officials take measures to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Residents can still shop for groceries, put gas in their cars, take walks outside, and collect prescriptions from pharmacies. All local roads, including the interstate highways and tollways, will remain open to traffic, as well.
Under the governor’s directive, schools will continue to be closed and use Remote Learning through Thursday, April 30th. Schools will tentatively reopen Friday, May 1st unless otherwise mandated by the governor, Illinois State Board of Education, or local health agencies. This mandated closure also extends the canceling of all school activities and events, including sports, meetings, etc.
Food services will continue to be available during the school closure. For more information on Food Distribution, please read our Meal Distribution Information.
Our District has worked extremely hard to prepare Remote Learning opportunities for the students in order to maintain a continuity of education. Each building is unique; therefore, you will receive or have already received directions on how to access your child’s materials either online or by paper, depending on your preferred method of delivery. Teachers have and will continue to develop learning activities that are engaging and meaningful, not work that may add additional stress for students and families. And, to ensure that these tasks can be accomplished successfully by all students, teachers will be available via email to answer questions related to all coursework. Since we understand that this time may be difficult for some families and will require all to be flexible, we will also have school counselors available to help navigate students and families through these stressful changes; if needed, please contact your school or visit the counseling resources provided on the district’s webpage.
It is with the guidance and mandates of state officials that we work to ensure the safety and well-being of all members of the Bureau Valley family. We strongly encourage our population to follow the advice of officials in an effort to stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. This is a new experience for all of us. We thank you in advance for your patience and support while we move through these unchartered waters together.
Sincerely,
The Bureau Valley CUSD #340 Administrative Team
In an effort to obey the Governor’s “Stay at Home” order and practice social distancing, we will now ONLY be distributing meals on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. This plan will go into effect on Monday, March 30th. These FREE meals will be provided for children ages 18 and younger, or others who are currently enrolled at Bureau Valley CUSD #340. Families will be provided with 2 lunch meals and 2 breakfast meals via curbside service to span the entire week. If distribution days and times were to change due to the fluidity of the situation, district administration will provide notification to all community members.
WHERE AND WHEN CAN I PICK UP THESE MEALS?
Buda - Bus Stop (Younggren Center)
Manlius - High School Front Door
Sheffield - Bus Stop (United Church of Christ)
Walnut - Elementary School a.m. parent drop off circle
Wyanet - Elementary School a.m. parent drop off circle
WHEN CAN I PICK UP THESE MEALS?
Meals can be picked up at each site from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. We ask that people pick up one bag per child in their care and immediately leave the site.
WHAT IF I CAN’T GET TO THE SITE?
Call your students' building between the hours of 9:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. and we will try our best to accommodate you.
CAN I COME ONCE AND GET ENOUGH FOOD FOR THE WEEK?
Due to our resources, it is best to get food every other day. If you have limited transportation, please call your building and make your needs known and we will do our best to accommodate you.
CAN I COME HELP PREPARE/DISTRIBUTE MEALS?
We appreciate the community's willingness to help! At this time we are trying our best to follow the social distancing guidelines and will be using our staff only.
Dear Bureau Valley Communities,
Earlier today, we were notified that a staff member at Bureau Valley High School has tested positive for COVID-19. Upon receiving that information, I immediately contacted the Illinois Department of Public Health, the Bureau County Health Department, and the Illinois State Board of Education for their guidance.
After an investigation, health department officials have indicated that the employee likely contracted the virus after last being on school grounds. As a result, we have been advised that employees and students are considered “low risk” for potentially being exposed to the virus from this employee. Due to health privacy laws, the identity of the employee will not be released.
COVID-19 shares many symptoms with more common respiratory diseases. According to the Bureau County Health Department, you should monitor yourself for any signs of illness (fever, cough, or shortness of breath). If you are experiencing any symptoms, you should contact your local health care provider. Click here to view further guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health on COVID-19, or click here for more local information from the Bureau County Health Department.
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, the number of cases can be reduced by adhering to the Governor’s stay at home order, washing hands frequently, disinfecting commonly touched surfaces, and maintaining space from others when in public. We remind all to follow these measures to protect yourselves, your families, and your fellow community members.
As demonstrated through previous communication and actions this school year, the safety of our students, families, and communities is the highest priority. The district administrative team will continue to monitor the situation and be in contact with the employee, health agencies, and the Illinois State Board of Education. We appreciate your vigilance and will provide further updates as needed.
Information on free internet access!
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https://mediacomcable.com/about/news/corona-company-initiatives/
Dear Storm Families and Staff,
On Friday, March 20th, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker issued a “Stay-at-Home” order for the entire state starting Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. This order essentially commands residents to stay in their homes as the officials take measures to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Residents can still shop for groceries, put gas in their cars, take walks outside, and collect prescriptions from pharmacies. All local roads, including the interstate highways and tollways, will remain open to traffic, as well.
Under the governor’s directive, schools will continue to be closed through Tuesday, April 7th. Schools will tentatively reopen Wednesday, April 8th, unless otherwise mandated by the governor, Illinois State Board of Education, or local health agencies. This mandated closure also extends the cancelling of all school activities and events, including sports, meetings, etc.
Next week is our regularly planned spring break, and, therefore, most school functions were already scheduled to be off and district employees were to be given the time off. As a result, food services will not be available from March 21st through March 29th. Additionally, families and staff are strongly encouraged to take time for themselves as they normally would during spring break. If students or parents desire educational opportunities during their break, please check out the parent link on the district website for “Supplemental Educational Resources”.
After our scheduled spring break, the district is confident that it will be able to provide meals during the extended school closure. As arrangements are made, we will communicate the hours and distribution process for meals from March 30th through April 7th. We will also communicate further opportunities for students’ learning for March 31st through April 7th after the Illinois Board of Education provides clarity and direction.
It is with the guidance and mandates of state officials that we work to ensure the safety and well-being of all members of the Bureau Valley family. We strongly encourage our population to follow the advice of officials in an effort to stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus to get everyone back to school as soon as possible to continue our communities’ drive for Unity, Excellence, and Pride. Thank you for your continued support, flexibility, and patience.
Sincerely,
The Bureau Valley CUSD #340 Administrative Team
Check out our website for more information on the COVID-19 virus: https://www.bv340.org/o/bv-cusd/page/covid-19--44
Bureau Valley is canceling school on Monday, March 16th due to recent developments related to the COVID-19 Virus and the CDC’s recommendations of canceling gatherings with 50 or more people. Our curbside lunch program will begin tomorrow, Monday, March 16th between 10:30 and noon at the designated sites. If you need any supplies from your student’s locker, learning materials or medications, please call your child’s school to set up a time to pick up these items. We will continue to communicate regularly with updates as this situation remains fluid.
Bureau Valley CUSD #340 Members,
Since previous correspondences from district administration, Governor J.B. Pritzker has provided further clarification and guidance to Illinois schools.
On Saturday, March 14th, the governor declared Act of God days during the state-mandated closure of schools through March 30th; no longer will these days need to be made up at the end of the school year, nor will they be counted as emergency days that count against the number of required days for students’ instruction and teachers’ retirement. And, while these days won’t count as attendance days, the Illinois State Board of Education has declared that instruction is still “expected” on these days, which doesn’t include days already planned for spring break.
Bureau Valley staff and administration are committed to keeping students engaged in their learning during this statewide school closure. Therefore, Bureau Valley schools will progress forward with a plan that provides supplemental learning opportunities for all students in the district during this extended closure.
In this plan, we encourage parents and students to engage in free, online educational activities and/or supplemental materials provided by the school district. The Illinois State Board of Education has compiled a library of resources at www.isbe.net/keeplearning. Additionally, the Bureau Valley school district has printed resources for distribution and created a webpage with online, educational resources for students and families that can be accessed at https://www.bv340.org/o/bv-cusd/page/supplemental-educational-resources.
These learning activities and lessons may be completed on a schedule that is controlled and paced by the students and parents. For instance, if 15 minutes of online Khan Academy practice is desired for an English class, the student (and/or parent) may choose to complete the activity during evening hours as opposed to mandating that it be completed between 9:00-10:00 a.m.
This educational plan for supplemental learning will provide Bureau Valley students the opportunity to continue academic learning during this unprecedented closure of Illinois schools. The support and implementation of the plan by all members of the learning community will be necessary, as guided by state mandates, to be successful. With that said, the Bureau Valley administrative team is greatly appreciative of all efforts made to progress forward with student learning.
At this point, Bureau Valley schools and school-related activities are expected to reopen on Tuesday, March 31st. However, as the situation develops and other guidelines are communicated, the administration of Bureau Valley schools will provide further updates.
Sincerely,
The Bureau Valley CUSD #340 Administrative Team
Dear Bureau Valley CUSD #340 School Family,
To provide additional support to our Bureau Valley CUSD #340 families, we will be providing FREE meals on Tuesday, March 17th through Friday, March 20th, and Monday, March 30th. Meals will be provided for children ages 18 and younger, or others who are currently enrolled at Bureau Valley CUSD #340. Families will be provided with lunch for that day as well as breakfast for the following morning via curbside service. We will not be serving meals on our scheduled Spring Break the week of March 23rd - March 27th; if this were to change due to the fluidity of the situation, district administration will provide notice to all community members.
WHERE AND WHEN CAN I PICK UP THESE MEALS?
Buda - Bus Stop (Younggren Center)
Manlius - High School Front Door
Sheffield - Bus Stop (United Church of Christ)
Walnut - Elementary School a.m. parent drop off circle
Wyanet - Elementary School a.m. parent drop off circle
WHEN CAN I PICK UP THESE MEALS?
Meals can be picked up at each site from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. We ask that people pick up one bag per child in their care and immediately leave the site.
WHAT IF I CAN’T GET TO THE SITE?
Call your students' building between the hours of 9:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. and we will try our best to accommodate you.
CAN I COME ONCE AND GET ENOUGH FOOD FOR THE WEEK?
Due to our resources, it is best to get food daily. If you have limited transportation, please call your building and make your needs known and we will do our best to accommodate you.
CAN I COME HELP PREPARE/DISTRIBUTE MEALS?
We appreciate the community's willingness to help! At this time we are trying our best to follow the social distancing guidelines and will be using our staff only.
As always, thank you for your continued support of our Bureau Valley Schools,
Mr. Jason R. Stabler, Superintendent
The BV Foundation board has decided to reschedule the drawdown to Saturday, May 9. It will still be held at Rediger's Shed in Wyanet. Doors open at 5:30, dinner at 6:00 with drawdown to follow at 7:15 with many great auction items. Tickets are still available. Contact any Foundation board member or Margaret DeVenney at margaret_devenney@yahoo.com for tickets.