Ridgeview CUSD #19

Ridgeview CUSD 19 staff participated in an underground staff spirit week this week. Staff had fun with a different theme each day, including anything but a cup, flannel forever, dressing like a student, and other fun activities. Mrs. Manley, Mrs. Beck, Mrs. Tay, Ms. Benton, Mrs. Cichecki, Mrs. Donaldson, and Mrs. Schultz were the week's prize winners. #WeareRidgeview #Middleofeverywhere

Last call to register your student for a free cardiac screening! Registration closes this Sunday at 7pm, screening will be done during school on Monday February 3rd, 2025 Open to all students age 10 yrs and up. Pre-registration is required for our event. Parent/guardians do not need to be present. These will take place during the school day. Each screening takes about 5 min. The cost of screenings are being covered by generous donors! Register here: https://www.whoweplayfor.org/illinois-mclean

Check out our current job openings and apply at https://www.ridgeview19.org/page/district-vacancies

Ridgeview Elementary School has been looking for an option for before/after school care for our students and families. We have found a potential solution through a program called Champions through KinderCare. Ridgeview would partner with Champions to provide before school, after school, and possibly summer care right here at the school. In order to establish this program here at Ridgeview Elementary school we need to have at least 20 students enrolled in the program. For more information including rates please follow this link https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IEi5iccFQYMbGUipiBaHYA-Rz6PODym8Nuct8nJr8Ok/edit?usp=sharing If you are interested in the before/after school care please fill out the following survey: https://forms.gle/8Vp3upsHK6K6W1j78

Good afternoon. The following evening activities/events have been cancelled for today, Jan. 21,2025. JH Volleyball @ PC HS Wrestling vs St. Bede 8th grade SVC Showcase Boys Bball @ GCMS At this time there are no make up dates for these events. Hope everyone is staying warm today.

Good Afternoon, Due to the forecasted extreme cold for tomorrow, Ridgeview schools will implement an E-Learning Day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21st. Teachers will reach out to students through our digital platforms to provide them with information on class expectations. All before and after school practices are cancelled for the day. A decision on evening activities for tomorrow night will be made by tomorrow afternoon. Stay safe and warm and have a good evening! Mr. Young

We are hosting a cardiac screening event! 16 days left to register! Monday February 3rd, 2025 Open to all students age 10 yrs and up. Pre-registration is required for our event. Parent/guardians do not need to be present. These will take place during the school day. Each screening takes about 5 min. The cost of screenings are being covered by generous donors! Register here: https://www.whoweplayfor.org/illinois-mclean

Good Afternoon, Just a reminder there is no school this coming Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Stay warm and have a great weekend! Mr. Young

Immediate opening for a paraprofessional. Please apply at https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/162471/Elementary-Paraprofessional-Aide/job-details if you are interested and contact Ben Hutley at bhutley@ridgeview19.org.

Good afternoon. Due to a sewer concern in the school the jh boys bball games set for tonight vs LeRoy will now be played in LeRoy. Game will start at 5:30 for the 7th grade followed by the 8th grade.Games will be played at the High School. No admission will be taken and no concession stands will be open. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding with the change in the schedule. If you have any questions please contact Mr. Kennedy

All evening events/activities for Jan. 10, 2025 have been postponed due to the weather and road conditions. Activities scheduled for tomorrow Jan. 11, 2025 are still good to go for now. If you are traveling to the school tomorrow morning please give yourself extra time to get here and please be careful.

We're in need of some more drivers! Email tlopshire@ridgeview19.org with questions or visit https://www.ridgeview19.org/page/district-vacancies to apply.

We are hiring Substitute Kitchen Staff. If interested, please contact April Mulks, Director of Food Services. amulks@ridgeview19.org Information regarding this position can be found here: https://www.ridgeview19.org/page/district-vacancies

Tonight's HS Boys Basketball games at Gardner have been postponed. All other practices for the district also have been cancelled for the evening.

Good Morning, Due to very icy road conditions, there will be no school today, Friday, December 20. A decision on afternoon and evening activities will be made later today. Have a safe and enjoyable break! Mr. Young

Dear Ridgeview Families: We are hosting a cardiac screening event! Monday February 3rd, 2025 It is open to all students age 10 yrs and up. Pre-registration is required for our event. Parent/guardians do not need to be present. These will take place during the school day. Each screening takes about 5 min. The cost of screenings are being covered by generous donors! Register here: https://www.whoweplayfor.org/illinois-mclean

Good Morning, Earlier this morning some may have noticed multiple police officers at and in our building. We want to inform you that their presence was due to a door being found propped open early this morning. They walked the building and determined there were no ongoing issues or concerns related to this matter. I want to thank the McLean County Sheriff’s Office and the Colfax Police Department for their prompt response and support in ensuring our safety. Thank you for your understanding. Mr. Young

Ridgeview Families, While we have been enjoying some milder weather the last few days, a cold snap is just around the corner. Temperatures are expected to drop into the single digits tomorrow (Wednesday) into Thursday. Please make sure students are dressing appropriately - coats, hats, gloves, etc. Stay warm! Mr. Young

Just a reminder of our upcoming community meeting regarding potential facility improvements. Check out the News section of our District Webpage for more details!

Our staff enjoyed a 'turkey' hunt for the last two days before break. The staff with a 'turkey' at the end of the day won fun prizes! The winners are pictured with our resident 'Turkey,' Mrs Borton! We hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving break! #WeAreRidgeview