Springbrook Cheese is being sold by the JH students to fundraise for the Lorado Taft trip. ORDERS ARE DUE NOV. 4. If you are interested & haven't been asked, please follow link for more info: http://orangevilleil.apptegy.us/o/cusd-203/page/fundraisers--36?mode=edit
Good morning! Have a wonderful Halloween celebration today, whatever you may do. Then remember to set your clocks back one hour when you go to bed, because it is time to 'Fall Back'!
Almost November already! Here is the AB day calendar for the Jr-Sr High.
The November newsletter is ready! You can see the newsletter, lunch menu, and activity calendar on the website under Menu- District - Newsletters. Click the link to go to the the newsletter page: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/o/cusd-203/page/newsletters--311
This Is It! This is the final weekend of the Online Book Fair! There is still plenty of time to order books for your students. 1000's of choices and free shipping on orders over $25. Go to: www.scholstic.com/bf/orangevilleelementaryschool
Have A Spooktacular Weekend and Happy Halloween!
Also don't forget that Orangeville School District has a SIP Day tomorrow, which means dismissal at 11:00 am. There will be NO in-person Preschool tomorrow. Both AM & PM sessions will be remote learning.
The preschool classes had a fun time today getting dressed up, playing games, and trick-or-treating around the building. They got to visit all the school offices, cafeteria, and library to get candy & show off their costumes.
Tomorrow is our final Jr-Sr. High dress up day for Halloween week, and of course it is Costume Day!! Have fun (but remember school dress code rules). The top three voted best-dressed tomorrow will win prize$!
The teachers have sent information home, but this is a reminder that the Preschool (AM & PM sessions) will be trick-or-treating in the building tomorrow (Thurs.) during class. The K-5 grades will be trick-or-treating this Friday morning. Questions - please contact their teacher.
Jr.-Sr. High dress up day tomorrow is Opposite Day! Find a partner and dress up as opposites. Be creative!
We have Bronco hats left from the baseball fundraiser last spring, with a limited number available. They are $20 each. If you are interested, contact AD Steve Snider at ssnider@orangevillecusd.com. See photo for color & style, and sizes available.
Jr-Sr High dress-up day for the hump day tomorrow is Flannel Day! Fall is here, wear your favorite flannels!
Jr-Sr High dress up day for Tuesday is "Pink Out" Day in honor of October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness month.
This is it! This is the last week of the Online Book Fair! Go to : www.scholastic.com/bf/orangevilleelementaryschool
Every purchase helps the school get new books. 1000's of titles to choose from and free shipping on all orders over $25.
Jr-Sr High! Don't forget that Student Council is sponsoring dress up days this week. Best dressed each day wins a prize, and also the class with the most percentage participation all week will win prizes! Tomorrow starts the week out with Orange & Black Day!
Today is National Principal's Day! We want to thank Mr. Janecke for his dedication and hard work as Principal of the Orangeville School District. If you see him today, make sure you thank him for all he does for us!
The Board will be conducting a superintendent search and would like the help of all staff, parents, and community members by completing a survey provided by the IASB. Please see the full News posting here: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/331673?org=cusd-203
The Jr-Sr High Student Council thinks we need a little fun next week and has come up with these dress-up days! Prizes will be given each day for best-dressed, but remember, school dress code sill applies.
*CORRECTION* The Online Book Fair page is www.scholastic.com/bf/orangevilleelementaryschool
The book fair runs Oct. 19th - Nov. 1st. Free shipping over $25 and will ship directly to your home.
It's Almost here! Starting Monday, the Orangeville School District Online Book Fair begins!!!!! Browse from 1000's of titles, posters and journals. All orders over $25 will receive free shipping, and all orders will be shipped directly to your home. Please help raise money for the schools library. There is nothing more important than a book in a child's hands.
Please see the news post regarding transportation from Dr. DeSchepper, or view the letter here: https://5il.co/m5a7
Reminder: Thurs, Oct. 15, Kurt Koester will be at school for photos. In-person students can get make-up or re-take photos from 8-8:30. Retakes are $5+the original packet. Remote students should come in from 8:30 - 9:30 for photos, even if a packet isn't purchased.
Orangeville schools will observe Columbus Day tomorrow, Monday, October 12th, so there will be no school.
Reminder that Orangeville Schools have an RTI Day tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 9th, with early dismissal at 1:15.
Orangeville School District Online Book Fair will run October 19th through November 1st. Books make great gifts and it will also help raise money for the schools library!
The posting for the regular meeting of the Board of Education on Monday, Oct. 12th is on the website or can be found here: https://5il.co/lxbx
Please see the letter regarding Safety Drills on our NEWS section of the website, or follow the link here: https://5il.co/lxb1
Tomorrow, Thursday, October 8th, Orangeville Schools resume for PK-12 at the usual time. For Jr.-Sr. High, we are on the A Day schedule (1,3,5,7).
Thank you so much to Loescher Heating & Air Conditioning for donating the water bottle filler for the high school lobby, as well as the labor to install it! It will be very helpful because now students have two places in the building to be able to refill their water bottles.
Just a reminder: Orangeville schools are closed and doing emergency remote learning through Wednesday, Oct. 7th. We plan to resume regular in-person instruction for all grade levels this coming Thursday, Oct. 8th.
Little Caesar's Pizza Kit update: if you order online, the order period is open until this Sunday the 4th! Students with order forms must turn them in to school by Friday. Please help the senior class and order a delicious pizza kit, crazy bread, or cookies. Yum!
Here is the October A/B calendar for the Jr. - Sr. High. Note that when the emergency remote period ends, students return to the A/B schedule on the 8th on an A day.
There are only a few more days to order your Little Caesars Pizza Kits! You can order from any senior or online at PizzaKit.com and click on Products > Shop > Ship My Order to the Group, and enter Fundraiser ID 384021. Orders are due this Friday, Oct. 2nd.
The October newsletter is posted on the website under Menu - District - Newsletters or here: https://5il.co/lh6n
If you are interested in running for the Orangeville School Board, please see the postings on the Board of Education page on our website. You can also find it here - Election information: https://5il.co/lh73 Candidates Key Dates: https://5il.co/lh74
The posting for the Special Meeting of the Board of Education to be held Sept. 28, 2020 is on our website Board of Education page or here: https://5il.co/lh2g
The visitation for Jonathan Robey, Garrett Johannsen and Beaux Robey will be here at the Orangeville HS Gymnasium tomorrow from 10 am until 2 pm. Social distancing & masks are required. Obituaries can be viewed on https://www.leamonfh.com/
Hello, don't forget that if you wish to purchase a t-shirt, orders are due today. Forms may be turned in at the high school office until 4:00. Or you may follow this link to purchase & pay online: https://servant-leadership.cheddarup.com/
Please see the posting on the NEWS portion of our website regarding the closure & remote learning. You can also view the letter here: https://5il.co/lccy And view the emergency remote learning schedule here: https://5il.co/jz3g
If you would like to order and are not able to drop off your order at the school, we have discovered a way for you to order & pay online. It is called CheddarUp, and here is the link: https://servant-leadership.cheddarup.com/
The Scholastic Book Fair Is Coming Soon! The Book Fair will be done online this year due to COVID-19. Letters will be sent home with students, and more information on the website will be posted shortly.
Last week in a fire not only was a home lost, but also loved members of our Orangeville community. Our Servant Leadership group is selling t-shirts, with all proceeds going to the family. The due date for orders is THIS FRIDAY, Sept. 25th. Orders can be turned in to the office.
The Orangeville Athletic Department would like to thank FHN for conducting sports physicals at Orangeville High School over the summer. We would also like to thank FHN for graciously donating the money earned from the sports physicals back to our Athletic Department. We look forward to continuing to work with FHN in the future.
NOTE: There was a typo on the September lunch calendar. Tomorrow (Sept 17) the lunch will be: Whole grain quesadilla, Spanish rice, mixed veggies, peaches, & a churro.
If you didn't see it, last night Orangeville Schools were on TV for positive local news on Channel 13. Click here for the link to their story: http://wrex.com/2020/09/14/orangeville-school-district-welcomes-new-therapy-dog/#.X2Arpboq4u0.mailto
The seniors are selling Little Caesars Pizza Kits! If you are interested, see your favorite senior, or go to PizzaKit.com and purchase there using the Fundraiser ID #384021. Thank you for your support!
We have a job opening for a second shift custodian if anyone is interested, or knows anyone who may be interested, please follow link for information: https://5il.co/kzru
The posting for the Monday, Sept. 14th board meeting can be found on our website on the Board of Education page, or by following the link here: https://5il.co/kwc0
Hello! We are slowly entering fees by class level in the new system. As each class is finished, you will receive an email. You may look in your portal and see the balance. Fees can be paid anytime via check or cash, in full or partial payments. At this time we are not able to accept payments by credit card. If you have questions, please email me at rheck@orangevillecusd.com
On our website under NEWS, please see information from Dr. DeSchepper regarding free meals. You can also follow this link: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/304345?org=cusd-203
Orangeville School District will be closed this Monday, September 7th, for Labor Day. Everyone have a wonderful long weekend!
This afternoon, Mr. Janecke sent an email with an update about the procedure we must follow if a student has COVID symptoms. See it by following this link to the NEWS portion of our website: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/301917?org=cusd-203
Reminder that tomorrow (Sept 4) morning photos will be taken of all Jr-Sr High students for the yearbook & school IDs, even if pictures are not ordered. If you wish to order a packet, please turn in your order envelope.
Just a reminder that tomorrow (Sept 3) morning pictures will be taken of all grade school students for yearbook & class composites even if you are not ordering pictures. If you do want to order pictures, please send in the order envelope. Thank you.
A little delayed, this is the September A/B calendar for the Jr. - Sr. High. Note that on half days, students will only have their three class blocks. There will be no enrichment or 7th period.
We have an opening for 1st grade. Please share with anyone who may be interested. Information is on our website or linked here: https://5il.co/khqw
These are the elementary and jr-sr high picture packets in case one didn't come home with your student(s) yesterday. The only difference between the packets is the elementary one includes a composite photo. GS pics are Thursday, HS pics are Friday.
Picture packets went home with students today. Packets may be turned back in to either office. Elementary photos are this Thursday. Jr-Sr High photos are this Friday. REMOTE learners will have their photos taken on the picture retake day, which is tba.
The tentative Orangeville FY21 budget is posted on our website for review. You can see it by going www.orangevillecusd.com to Menu - District - Board of Education
Jr-Sr High students - Today starts with an A day, which are odd class periods. This year is a little confusing, but you'll get the hang of the new schedule in no time. I will also post a graphic every month to help out.
If you are sending lunch money to school, please put it in a sealed envelope marked "lunch money", along with your student's name(s). If you want it split a certain way between siblings, include a note inside. Envelopes should be given to the first hour teacher. Thank you.
Reminder - Orangeville schools begin this Wednesday, Aug. 26th for K-12 grades. This will be an "A" block day for the Jr-Sr High. Preschool begins this Thursday, Aug. 27th. Have a great year!
The posting for the Monday, Aug. 24, 2020 special meeting is available on the Orangeville CUSD website and linked here: https://5il.co/k1ct
Please see the latest NEWS post on our website to view information regarding the upcoming school year, Covid-19 closure & student exclusion guidance here: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/291483?org=cusd-203
A reminder that 6th grade orientation will take place this evening in the HS gym. The class is split with A-K at 6 pm & L-Z at 7 pm. To minimize the size of groups, only one parent/guardian may attend with the student, and masks are required for everyone. Thank you.
The district August-September newsletter can be found on the website under newsletters, or by following this link: https://5il.co/jr1l
The elementary and high school offices will both be closed today, Friday, August 14th, due to floor waxing at the entrances. Thank you
For parents trying to see your 6-12 student schedules, it wasn't showing because "today" isn't an attendance day yet. Here are the instructions for viewing the schedules in the Tyler SIS parent portal.
6th grade orientation will take place next Tuesday, Aug. 18th in the HS gym. The class is split, and only one parent/guardian may attend with the student to minimize the size of the groups. Masks are required. Please read: https://5il.co/jhac
We still have openings available: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/o/cusd-203/page/employment-opportunities--468
A clarification regarding the schedule and procedures for returning to school can be found in this letter: https://5il.co/jbxn
Anyone who has NOT yet turned in their in-person or remote-learning letter, PLEASE do so by tomorrow (Friday, Aug. 6). At the least, please email or call & let us know what your choice is, and then the form itself can be turned in when you can. Thank you.
We are looking to fill several positions yet for the upcoming school year... if you or anyone you know is interested, please apply! https://www.orangevillecusd.com/o/cusd-203/page/employment-opportunities--468
Posting for Monday, Aug. 10, 2020 Board Meetings can be found on the website and here: https://5il.co/j67i
Hello everyone! Because they were not ready in the last newsletter, many are missing the supply list. It can be found on the website on the Elementary page and on the Registration Information page. But to be faster... you can also follow this link for the pdf. https://5il.co/ik21
Students coming for the FHN sports physicals tonight should park on the east side (rear) of the building & walk down to the GS gym. Cost is $20 cash or check. Don't forget the form signed by a parent/guardian. Copies of the form are available at www.fhn.org/AreaSportsPhysicals
OHS is looking for an assistant high school boys' basketball coach. If you or someone you know are interested, please look under District - Employment Opportunities on our website, or click link here: https://5il.co/io2s
For any 6-12 grade students with schedule questions: Mr. Moore will be at school for in-person meetings tomorrow (July 28) from 2 - 6:45 pm, and on Wednesday from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm. Meetings will be walk-in & first come, first serve. Please, only one student & one parent is allowed at a time in his office. Please wear appropriate PPE, as he will be as well. Thank you
Hello, thank you to those who have finished online registration. If you have not yet logged on the new system & need a new link, please contact the school office. Also, if you cannot complete the forms at home and need to come in and use a Chromebook, please call for an appointment. Available times are tomorrow, July 28, from 1 - 7 pm, or Wednesday from 8 am - 1 pm.
This Wednesday, July 29th, is Senior Night for summer softball! If you wish to attend, the seniors will be celebrated before the 7:30 pm game at Reed Park in Freeport.
Reminder that FHN will be at the school Tuesday giving sports physicals from 2-5 pm. Cost is $20 & masks are required. Students must have a form signed by a parent/guardian before arriving. Downloadable copies of the form are available at www.fhn.org/AreaSportsPhysicals Note also that incoming 6th & 9th graders need a full physical, and this will NOT count for that. However, the full physical will count as your sports physical as well.
The information about our Return-to-School Plan is now posted on our website NEWS. Please read all information. Links are available there as well for you to download important forms. Follow this link to the News page: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/275000?org=cusd-203
OHS held the 2020 commencement last Friday, and we are so thankful the weather was beautiful for a second weekend in a row. :) Congratulations seniors!! The video is finally finished being processed and is available if you follow the link: https://youtu.be/kQt-W9BoLkQ
Note about the FHN sports physicals... you do NOT need an appointment as we were originally told. It is a walk-in basis. I had forgotten I had a reminder scheduled to post this morning and it posted with, again, what we were originally told. I apologize for any confusion. -RH
FHN - Orangeville will be at school giving sports physicals next Tuesday, July 28, from 2-5 pm. Appointments are required. Parents can call FHN @815-789-3100 for more information or to make an appointment. Cost is $20 cash or check only.
Online registration links went out this afternoon. You must follow the link & set a password within 24 hours or it will expire. Also posted in NEWS on the website is more detailed registration information: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/273443?org=cusd-203
Online registration links have gone out to the emails you have specified... I will be sending out a Messenger this afternoon with more information. Also, there will be more information on the website regarding the Registration process... Everything is new... please be patient.
Agenda for the Special Mtg. of the Board of Education, July 22, 2020: https://5il.co/if74
The all-sport meeting will take place tomorrow, Monday, July 20th, at 6:00 pm on the football field. It is for all parents of incoming 6-12 graders, playing any sport throughout the year. If it is raining, the meeting will take place inside the building. Please bring a mask.
Here is a link to the Class of 2020 Slide Show made by seniors Sierra Eversoll, Emily George, and Alyssa Ostendorf. Thanks girls, it looks great! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6MsINzWJ08
Graduation will take place tomorrow evening on the football field. The ceremony begins at 6:30, and the field spaces have already been reserved for grad's families. We do have limited space on the bleachers and also room along the field for others, but bringing lawn chairs is suggested. ALSO, we must collect name/address/phone for anyone attending, so if you would like to save time when entering the gate, write this information down ahead of time & hand it in when you get there. Please bring masks for when social distancing cannot be preserved. For those who cannot attend, we do plan to post video of the ceremony this weekend.
We are looking for a part-time bus driver this fall, interested? Know someone who is? Please share. https://5il.co/id2e
Congrats Destini Waters! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Parents: We have NOT opened online registration, so you HAVE NOT missed anything. However, if you haven't yet given your primary email to the school, please let us know by Friday. You will receive a School Messenger call when online registration opens.
Congrats Katie Vogt! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Kaya Swalve! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats to the prom court & new king & queen! If you'd like to watch the video of last evening's prom coronation, please follow the link: https://youtu.be/hjy2Pu3ldBY
Anyone planning to attend grand march at 6:30 tonight is reminded to wear a mask & social distance. You'll need to give your name at the gate, so come early. There will also be a jar for donations if you wish to help the class defray the cost of putting on prom. Thank you
Our football team kicks off their annual discount card fundraiser today! Card includes six one-time use tags, and 20 other deals to use all year, all for local businesses! Cost is $25 each, see your favorite player to purchase. Sale ends June 20th.
Congrats Will Setterstrom! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
The posting for Monday's board meeting can be found on our website or follow the link here: https://5il.co/i619
Another set of twins in the class! Congrats Drew Setterstrom! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Happy July to all! Just a reminder that there are still books that haven't been returned to the library. Please return them to the High School Lobby as soon as possible. I would like to finish up library work for this year, so I can start preparing for Fall. Thank You in advance.
Congrats Garret Rodebaugh! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Ethan Pfeiffer! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
The high school office will be closed the week of July 6 - 10th, 2020. Regular summer office hours will resume on Monday, July 13th.
Congrats Zoe Parriott! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day weekend!
Normally our newsletters are combined May/June and July/August, but with not much to share in May, we decided we needed to put out information about prom, graduation, and registration. Have a great holiday weekend! Click for the July newsletter: https://5il.co/hyai
Congrats Alyssa Ostendorf! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Jordan O'Haver! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congratulations to our prom court! Posted on our website is very important information about prom if you are going, or if you are planning to come watch grand march & coronation. You can click the link for our News page: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/265256?org=cusd-203
Can you believe it's almost July? If you have been doing exercise, don't forget to enter your minutes into the FHN Miles & Minutes program to help Orangeville try & win money for our school! https://www.fhn.org/walk_welcome.asp
Congrats Ty O'Connor! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Timber Oakes! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
There is a new News posting on the website regarding school return. You can also view the pdf file by clicking: https://5il.co/hhu8
Congrats Christian MacKenzie! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Dalton Lowe! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Hopefully the dads are having a relaxing Sunday and not just doing work today. Happy Father's Day to all dads out there from Orangeville Schools!
Congrats Carter Kleckler! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Blake Jones! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Abby Isely! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Agenda for the Special Meeting of the Board of Education 6-15-20: https://5il.co/h7nk
Congrats Zach Green! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Emily George! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
After considering a number of things, such as enrollment, future class sizes, & participation data, the athletic dept. determined it would not be possible to provide a true 11-man football program (gr 9-12) in the future at Orangeville with our current standing. There were two options available for consideration going forward. The following informational presentation goes over what was considered & the recommendation by the athletic dept. https://youtu.be/y4FdbIBV1p0
On Monday June 8th the Orangeville Board of Education voted to move our football program to 8-man beginning in the 2021-2022 school year.
Today we want to say a special THANK YOU to Mrs. Mary Gerbode!! She is re-retiring, and we were lucky and so very blessed to have had her teach with us the past two years. We will miss her greatly!
Congrats Sierra Eversoll! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Wow. Saying "what a year" is an understatement. With construction & a late start, we thought we were doing really well once everything finally fell into place. Then Covid-19 came along. I know that it's been a rough road, for all of us, but we're finally done. Enjoy your summer!
Congrats Grace Edler! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Just a reminder: Book/supply/Chromebook turn-in is today and tomorrow from 8 am - 5 pm through the high school doors. If you cannot make it these days/times, please call the school to make arrangements.
Congrats Amanda Duncan! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Posting for budget review and regular board meeting is on our website and also linked here: https://5il.co/gxxy
Good afternoon! The end-of-year information is on our website under News. Follow the link here: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/256959?org=cusd-203
Congrats Hanna Diffenderfer! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Chad Diddens! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
The first in a set of twins... Congrats Cali Diddens! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
Congrats Katie Buzza! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
The time is here again! FHN's Miles & Minutes program begins this Monday, June 1. Anyone can go to http://www.fhn.org/milesandminutes to register & log physical activity this summer to help win money for our school. See attached flyer for more information.
Starting today, we will be showcasing the senior class of 2020, all the way through to graduation on July 17th. First is Michelangelo Behring, congrats! #OrangevilleBroncos #Seniors2020
YEARBOOK LAST CALL! We just found out Jostens needs the final copy count by end of day Friday 5/29... So PLEASE order your yearbooks now or you'll miss out! Go to www.jostens.com and search for Orangeville. The Elementary and Jr-Sr High books are both available to order this way.
Looking for something fun to do on these rainy days? National Geographic has a nice website & content for you: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/family/at-home-education-resources/
Tomorrow is the last day for the Football Team Store from BSN sports. NO orders will be accepted after the store closes tomorrow. If you wish to order, follow the link: https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/OhsFB20
On Memorial Day, learn about a few of the National Parks to honor those who have fallen: https://tinyurl.com/y7uw5bqh
Orangeville School District will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
We may not have had the graduation ceremony today, but we did have a parade. It was beautiful day & everyone had fun. Thank you to the Orangeville Firemen for helping celebrate our seniors. #Seniors2020 Here is the link to see video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9gC71Jzo0w
We held our virtual Senior Honors Night last evening. Apologies, but the recording missed the very beginning, and that is the 'transcript' picture attached. We'll learn from our mistakes! :) Here is the link to view the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pp3smvKe1ZM
This is a reminder that tonight at 7 pm the seniors are having a car parade! The Orangeville Firemen will be leading the parade. It will begin at OHS & go through as many streets in town as possible. Please help us celebrate by by coming out to wave as they go by. #Seniors2020
Today is Red Nose Day! To find out what Red Nose Day is, and what they do, follow the link: https://rednoseday.org/home?utm_source=NoTVHeader
Though it's not the same as usual, today is the last day of class for seniors. This is to let them know we're thinking of them. #Seniors2020
Employment postings for the upcoming 20-21 school year have been updated, if you or someone you know is interested please check out our website: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/o/cusd-203/page/employment-opportunities--468
Yearbook update: The order window is now open until June 1st! But don't wait until the last minute, because this is the only way to purchase yearbooks this year. Go to www.jostens.com and search for Orangeville to purchase. Thank you for your patience with technical issues.
Last call for yearbooks!! If you have not yet ordered a yearbook and want one, please go to jostens.com You can order both Jr-Sr High books and Elementary books there. The yearbook window closes this Wednesday, May 20th, so don't wait!
We would like to invite the community to celebrate the Class of 2020 on what would have been their graduation date, next Friday, May 22nd. The parents have organized a Senior Car Parade, starting at 7 pm at the school & traveling over as many town streets as possible. Lend your support & make them feel special by waving, making signs, or simply by turning on your porch lights. Also please remember that due to IL guidelines, social distancing must be preserved while in public.
Just a reminder about our annual plant sale taking place tomorrow starting at 8 am.
This week would have marked the end of our regular baseball & softball season and the beginning of the post-season push. We have high hopes for the 2021 spring season, but we will miss these seniors next year. #seniors2020 #IHSA #WeAreInThisTogether
Notice of Public Meeting: https://5il.co/g4qm
Just one week until yearbook orders are due! You can order both Jr-Sr High and Elementary books online at Jostens.com or go to the parent/student links on our Orangeville school website and follow the drop-down links.
Sharing this link for Coach Snider for the 2020 football team store. If you're looking for some active wear, the store opened today and closes Tuesday, May 26th. No orders will be accepted after that date. Link: https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/OhsFB20
Having a boring Monday? Check out the fun stuff on the Henry Vilas Zoo website. They're not far away, in Madison, WI, so maybe some of you have been there before. Since they're closed right now, they're "bringing the zoo to you" at https://www.henryvilaszoo.gov/zoo-at-home/
Especially during this odd period in our history, we look to and cherish our moms. Happy Mother's Day to all moms out there from everyone at Orangeville Schools!
The posting for the Board Meeting on Monday, May 11 is on the website, or here: https://5il.co/fz50
Yay, the annual OHS plant sale is still happening! It will be next Saturday, May 16th, 8-11 am in the OHS greenhouse. If you wish to pre-order, you may do so next week (11-15th) by emailing Mr. Snider at ssnider@orangevillecusd.com Available plants & cost listed in picture.
Today is our final staff spotlight picture. I hope you've enjoyed seeing them. Other than teaching JH math, Mrs. Misek has been busy spending time with her kiddos doing school work, going for walks in their woods, teaching them to cook, & playing board games together as a family.
The May newsletter is now available on the school website, or by clicking here: https://5il.co/fyz2
Today's highlight is on Mr. Guy (or Coach Guy, or Willi to the adults), our athletic director & building director. He has been cleaning much of the time with his crew at school, but with his time at home he's been cleaning up their property. They sent me cool videos of the trees falling when he cut them, but unfortunately I can't post video, so here are some pics of he and his boys after the trees are down.
Both Jr-Sr High and Elementary 2019-20 yearbooks are available for purchase on www.jostens.com Just search for Orangeville & pick either High School or Elementary School. Orders are due by Wednesday, May 20th. If you have questions, please email yearbook adviser Mrs. Scheuerell.
Today we showcase Mr. Golembiewski, or as most of us call him, Coach G. He has been busy at school, at home, and doing things outdoors. In these pics, the family is enjoying roasting some hot dogs on the fire, and he is showing off his "quarantine beard".
Posting for Committee of the Whole Mtg. is posted on the website and linked here https://5il.co/fw73
Today's pics are from Mrs. Hanson. She said she is not normally I puzzle person, but has completed several since quarantine. She has also been spending a lot of time with her grand-babies and enjoying reading aloud to past, present & future students via Facebook ♡
We are sharing this flyer on behalf of Northern Illinois University. They are offering live online classes for PreK-12th grade students in the area of reading. If you have trouble reading the flyer, you can also go to their website at https://niu.readingclasses.org/
Today begins Teacher Appreciation Week! The other day I saw a great 'definition' of a teacher as "A multi-tasking educational rockstar who lives to inspire and loves to encourage." We definitely have some rockstars here, please say a thank you to them when you get the chance.
Good morning! Today's highlight is Mrs. Heldt, our life skills teacher. While home, she has been going on runs with her dogs (she says it's really hard to take a selfie with dogs, lol!), and has also been getting the pond at her house ready for summer.
Today is the first day of the Illinois mandate to wear masks in public due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Here is a link to the IDPH page regarding masks. http://www.dph.illinois.gov/covid19/community-guidance/mask-use There are also links at the bottom about making your own mask.
May Day! No, not mayday... it's May 1st, haha!!
Today's spotlight is on Mrs. Cahoon-Jackson. Here she is getting ready to come in and get schoolwork ready for her first-graders, learning a new card game, and playing with her dog Stella!
Hello, you may now order grade school yearbooks via the www.jostensyearbooks.com website! Use the search function to find Orangeville, and choose Orangeville Elementary: cost is $15. On the same site, if you choose Orangeville High, you can order Jr-Sr High yearbooks for $55.
Yay for the sunshine today, just hold on to your hats as it's a windy one! Today's picture is Mrs. Howard with her boys. She has been keeping busy with schoolwork and video meetings, as well as enjoying homemade meals, playing games, and doing puzzles like the one pictured.
Today's spotlight is on Mrs. Maurer. She sent me several pictures, but these are what I could fit in, lol! She has been busy with schoolwork, playing games, hanging with the pets, and doing things outside.
The generous support of the Orangeville community over the years has enabled OEF to offer a first-time post-secondary $500.00 scholarship for the upcoming 2020-2021 school term. Any graduate from Orangeville High School who is currently enrolled in any post-secondary educational/training program may apply. The application is due by August 1, 2020. The application & scholarship information may be found on the school website under organizations & OEF, or click here https://5il.co/f4yp
Today's pictures are from Mrs. Helderman. While we've been closed, she's done a lot to keep busy, and also often goes on walks with her husband & son. Here she is with her dog, and with her son on one of those walks.
Today we highlight Ms. Nowak, school social worker. In addition to checking in with students & working remotely, she has been cooking and staying home. If your student is in need of help at this time, please contact the school & we can make sure Ms. Nowak gets in touch with you.
Sharing this on behalf of the PTO: Teacher Appreciation week is the week of May 4 – 8th. It would be great if students would take time in the next couple weeks to send their teachers hand-written notes or cards. This school closure is just as difficult for them as it is for the students & parents. Also, PTO would like to put together a video for the teachers in district from the students, and they need parental help. If you could snap a picture of your kid(s) holding a thank you sign of some sort, OR record a short video thanking their teacher(s), it would make our video super touching for the teachers. The pictures and videos can be emailed to the PTO's email address: OrangevillePTO@gmail.com. Deadline for the media submission is Friday May 1st.
Happy Friday! Today we highlight Mrs. Campbell. She likes to play fetch with Gretchen (see pic), and take her three dogs on long walks on the trail. She has also been reading, planning her summer garden and hoping that warmer weather returns soon!
Ms Raizel sent this pic to me (source unknown) to share with you, because it sums up how all of our teachers feel. Have a great Thursday! We miss you!
Today's picture is brought to you by Mrs. Shellhause. While she is busy with schoolwork, she and her daughter have enjoyed baking cookies from the softball fundraiser and taking naps in the window.
Because the Jostens informational mailing has yet to go out, here is a link to order online if you are interested in purchasing the Orangeville Jr-Sr High 2019-20 yearbook: http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01904300 [Information regarding the elementary yearbook will come later.]
Happy Earth Day! I hope you can enjoy being outdoors today. The spotlight today is Mrs. McDivitt. She is super busy teaching HS math for us & helping her daughters with their work, but they like to take a walk by the lake every day if they can!
This morning the IHSA board met and decided to cancel state tournaments for spring sports, and also suspend summer contact days until state government & medical leaders indicate such gatherings are safe. If you wish to read the IHSA article, see: https://www.ihsa.org/default.asp
Today's adorable spotlight is Miss Kristi, one of our wonderful paras! She was on maternity leave before we closed, so her time has been taken by a lot of baby snuggles! They have also been doing homework & playing fun games.
Notice of Amended Budget Hearing is posted on the website and linked here https://5il.co/fe6e
Happy Sunny Monday! Today we spotlight Mrs. Wells. In addition to getting schoolwork ready for her 2nd graders, Mrs. Wells and her daughter have been busy coloring, going for walks, and playing outside. Fun on a beautiful day like today!
Good Monday Morning! I have placed two bins in the lobby for students to return their library books, if they are done with them. Hope you all are well and remember to READ, READ, READ!
This afternoon, IL Gov. Pritzker announced the closure of in-person schooling for the remainder of this school year in Illinois, though we will continue remote learning. As more information becomes available, we will send it out to our families. Have a good weekend and stay safe.
Can you believe we have been out of school a month already?! Today's pic is guidance counselor Mr. Moore, who is ready for anything! He helps his 2 daughters keep busy as well as doing work here at school & home. We also give a shout-out to his wife, who is a doctor. #ThankYou
Mr. Janecke wanted us to share this article about retired teachers helping while students are at-home learning.
Today's picture is from grade school secretary Miss Jen. She is enjoying spending time with her son, helping him with homework and playing games.
Congratulations to Christian MacKenzie on signing his letter of intent to play baseball for Trinity International University! #Seniors2020
Today we spotlight Mr. & Mrs. Scheuerell. In addition to both teaching our O'ville students, they have four little ones at home to do homework with and keep busy. Here they are on a well-deserved break at the lake.
Today's pics are from Mrs. Kraft. Top left is the family playing ball, the others are from Mrs Kraft's daughter Anicka's 12th birthday on 4/10. Alber Towing surprised her by driving & honking through the neighborhood. They even stopped at their house to sing her happy birthday!
Here I am with my blooming African Violet to remind everyone that this Monday, April 13th, is a "NO SCHOOL" day as we are still following the original calendar. The school building & office will be closed as well. Have a safe & happy weekend.
Today's photo is from (silly!) Ms. Raizel. Other than making fun learning packets for the PK kids, she and her husband take daily walks in their neighborhood.
Today we highlight Ms. Reed from the library. In addition to homework, she & her family have been doing fun things like baking when indoors, but like to spend time outdoors whenever they can.
The agenda for Monday's Board of Education meeting is now posted on the website. https://5il.co/ewo7
I hope everyone is okay after yesterday's crazy hailstorm! Today's picture is what Mrs. MacKenzie said are her "at home students" (and probably most attentive ones too, haha! -RH). She has been busy doing school work from home as well as continuing as Servant Leadership adviser.
Two Janecke family members on staff means double pictures! When it's not hockey season, they love to be outside. Other than schoolwork, here they are after building a new deer stand, at a planned burn of invasive brush, and of course, tossing around the ball!
☀️ For the first an only time... something kids have always wanted to hear from us: "School is cancelled! Go out and play!" 😁 Enjoy the nice weather today & stay safe.
Reminder: Tomorrow (Tuesday, April 7th), the school will be open longer hours for homework pick up & drop off. We will be open 8 am - 5 pm. Thank you
We are sharing this on behalf of our Orangeville Lions Club. Please click photo for information. Thank you
Just a quick update from the LMC. I truly hope everyone is staying Happy and Healthy! The last thing I want is for you to worry about late fees on your book, so I have gone in and renewed everyone's books that have been checked out. I will continue to do so until we can all be back to school. Stay Safe and Read, Read, Read!
Happy Monday! Today's pics are from Mrs. Brown, 4th grade! In addition to school planning, she has been keeping busy by taking walks as much as possible (here with son Bryce) and sewing fabric masks to donate. (Daughter Anna is a nurse, thanks for your hard work Anna!)
Today we highlight Miss Alice, one of our wonderful paraprofessionals! She has children at home, so like you she is working on all the home-schooling. Yesterday she celebrated World Autism Awareness Day!
Hello - Updated website for Little Caesars Pizza Kits is www.pizzakit.com Click on Products, then Shop Select Ship My Order to the Group Enter the Fundraiser ID #371023 set up your account, and place your order! Thank you!
Our juniors are unable to get out & sell their Little Caesars Pizza Kits, so if you wish to order, please go to www.pizzakt.com
Click on Products, then Shop
Select Ship My Order to the Group
Enter the Fundraiser ID #371023 set up your account, and place your order! Thank you!
Today's pic is from Dr. DeSchepper, who has been at school to get work done as needed. He has also been cooking with his daughter Kiley, who is home from college. These are some of the delicious meals that they have prepared together from scratch for the three of them at home.
There is a new News item posted on the school website regarding our closure through April 30th and remote learning: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/224158?org=cusd-203
Hello! For the month of April I will be sharing pics of what our staff members have been up to while sheltering-in-place. I will start with myself (Miss Rachel)... I have been able to continue working at school. When I am at home, I often play with my kitty & watch TV.
A message regarding remote learning went out via phone & email and is also posted in the news portion of the website: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/223373?org=cusd-203
Noticed hearts on windows everywhere? It's a movement started to help everyone remember they're not alone during this crazy time in the world... we're all in it together. Here's a little picture to show your Orangeville school family is in it with all of you too. #HeartHunters
Normal office hours during closure are 9 am - 2 pm. However, tomorrow (March 31) and April 7 there will be extended hours to allow for homework drop-off & pickup. Those two days the lobby will be open 7:45 am - 5:00 pm.
To see communication regarding school and how we are going forward, please see the News section of our Orangeville webpage: https://www.apptegy.net/s/news-b597b2bb-68e0-4286-9c57-f2ffdc0102bd/articles/3-29-orangeville-cusd-update
There is a new message on the website regarding lunches during the extended closure. This is time sensitive if you wish to receive lunches. Follow link to website for information: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/219560?org=cusd-203
To see a letter from Dr. DeSchepper regarding the shelter-in-place order, see News on our webpage or click this link: http://orangevilleil.apptegy.us/article/217269?org=cusd-203
Today IL Governor Pritzker announced a shelter in place order beginning tomorrow, 3/21, through 4/7. This means our schools will remain closed, and the soonest date we could resume is Wed. April 8th. More information will be sent out regarding school as we receive it from ISBE.
A key factor in lowering the pace and extent of spread of COVID-19 is practicing social distancing. Here is a graphic to help you understand what that does and does not mean. Everyone stay safe.
NASA has always been pretty awesome, but now they have posted some STEM activities on their website that kids/families can do while they are home. Check it out: https://www.nasa.gov/stem-at-home-for-students-k-4.html
Thanks for the nice review Dan! https://www.nwiaccess.com/story/2020/03/18/entertainment/bronco-odd-was-entertaining/634.html
(For full article, you'll have to subscribe or see the print version.)
Already sick of being inside on this rainy day? Check out this website with a list of virtual tours of many zoos, museums, etc. https://virtualschoolactivities.com/
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Everyone stay safe.
All Orangeville after-school activities and practices are also cancelled from Tuesday, March 17th, through Monday, March 30th.
Important School Closure Plan information is on the school website under School News: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/article/210365?org=cusd-203
It's finally here! Tomorrow and Saturday night the OHS fine arts dept. presents the play The Odd Couple at 7 pm each night. Tickets are $8 for adults & $6 for students at the door.
The March 16 Board Meeting posting is available on the website or you may follow the link https://5il.co/dmw0
Congratulations to our OHS basketball all-conference picks! Zach Baker - 1st Team (unanimous), Brayden Cahoon - Honorable Mention, and Alyssa Ostendorf - 1st Team. Great job Broncos!
The Winter Sports Awards Banquet for High School athletes participating in a winter sport will be Sunday, March 15th in the High School cafeteria at 6pm.
Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour tonight before you go to bed.
Hockey Announcement: The Fury won Sectionals on Friday night vs the Fond Du Lac Warbirds. They are the #4 seed for State Finals, and will play #1 seed Madison Metro Lynx at 4pm on Thursday, in the State Semifinals at the Alliant Center in Madison. If they win, they will play Saturday the 7th around noon at the Alliant Center. Any student who wishes to go and cheer on Anna Malone and her team on Thursday's Semifinals will be allowed to leave school at 2pm. You must have a note from a parent to receive a yellow slip. Mr. Janecke will be taking attendance once at the alliant Center.
Coming soon! The OHS spring play, The Odd Couple, March 13 & 14th.
The March lunch and activity calendars are available on the website as well as the entire newsletter. Just go to District - Newsletters, or follow this link: https://www.orangevillecusd.com/o/cusd-203/page/newsletters--311
Orangeville Baseball apparel is available via two different links. For regular shirts (due 3/6) use this: https://orangeville-baseball-2020.itemorder.com/sale
For X-Grain performance items (due 3/9) go here: https://stores.inksoft.com/WS34354/shop/home Thank you!
Softball apparel is for sale online via this link: https://orangeville-softball-2020.itemorder.com/sale if you wish to see the flyer, click this link: https://5il.co/d4s7
Deadline is Monday, Feb. 24th.
JHGBB vs Aquin @ Orangeville has been cancelled tonight due to weather conditions. Reschedule is pending.
HSBB SCHEDULE CHANGE:
HSBB @ Rockford Christian Life on 2/18/20 will be JV at 5:30 with Varsity starting around 7pm. GO BRONCOS!!!
Congratulations to our very own McKayla Riemer on advancing to the IHSA Class 1A Sectional 3 Point Showdown. Shooting shall be conducted on February 20th, at Pecatonica HS prior to the Sectional Championship at 5:30 p.m. and advancement of the top (4) overall shooters will advance to the Three-Point
Shooting Preliminaries at the State Final.
Reminder - There is no school tomorrow, Monday, Feb. 17th, in observance of Presidents Day.
JH/HS Band and Choir Students are selling Better Braids from now until February 28th, 2020. There is a wide variety of flavors and cost $14 a package.
Servant Leadership will be hosting our annual All You Can Eat Wings and Pizza at High Noon Saloon on March 8th, 2020 from 11am to 2pm. $15 a person including a soft drink. All monies raised will go towards the homeless students in our area.
Servant Leadership is collecting travel size toiletries for homeless students. Please bring donations to the school offices by April 1st, 2020.
National Honor Society is currently scheduling appointments for the community blood drive that is being held on Monday, March 2nd from 2:00 - 6:00 in the cafeteria. You can follow this link to schedule for yourself https://donor.rrvbc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/53316
or you may email advisor David Hoshaw at dhoshaw@orangevillecusd.com
Reminder that the Pre-K Parent/Child Activity at the Children's Hands-On Museum in Freeport, is on Friday, February 14th
Our friends at OEF are again selling Dave's Coffee Cakes. You can order ahead or purchase at the sale... or even have them mailed to you. See flyer on Fundraiser page of our website for details. https://5il.co/cwdv
Congratulations to the winners of the Boys Basketball Cash Raffle!
Colleen Busjahn - $1,000
Rhonda Wessels - $500
Scott Bass - 3rd prize - $100
Thank you to everyone who supported the program and a special thank you to Cindy Wells for creating the prize baskets.
Tonight is our HS Girls Basketball Senior Night. Come on out and support our Lady Broncos!!! JV at 6pm followed by Varsity.
Reminder tonight's Jr. High Girls Basketball game at Orangeville vs Immanuel Lutheran is a 5pm start. GO BRONCOS!!!
February 4th home HS Girls Basketball game vs Hiawatha is a varsity only contest starting at 6pm. GO BRONCOS!
Tonight's HS Girls Basketball game at Pearl City is now a Varsity only contest starting at 7pm. GO BRONCOS!
Come on Broncos, let's rally! See attached flyer to find out how you could help the Cahoon family.
Reminder tonight's HS Girls Basketball game at Durand is a varsity only contest starting at 6pm. Go Broncos!!!
Congratulations to our Orangeville 2020 District Spelling Bee winners! 1st place, JuliAna Patterson, 2nd place, Elwyn Thomm, 3rd place, Ben Briggs. Our 1st & 2nd place winners now move on to the Regional Spelling Bee in Pearl City on February 18, 2020. (Snow date, Feb. 20)
Just a reminder, tomorrow is our annual Spelling Bee, which will take place in the Elementary Gym starting at 1:30 pm. Family is welcome!
The annual FFA Strawberry Sale has begun! Quart-size containers come in a full flat (8) for $30 or half flat (4) for $16. If interested, please see an FFA member. Orders & money are due by Feb 12. Strawberry delivery will be the first or second week in March once they are ripe.
Reminder High School Girls Basketball plays Dakota at Orangeville tomorrow starting at 1pm. JV followed by Varsity.
The Monroe Hockey game tonight at the SLICE against Viroqua has been cancelled. Reschedule is pending.
The 1/17 Jr. High Girls basketball game vs Stockton has been rescheduled for 2/18 @ Orangeville 5:30 start.
The 1/17 HS Girls basketball game has been rescheduled for this Tuesday, 1/28. It will take place at Dakota at 5 pm.
The HS boys basketball game at Lena IS still going on tonight as scheduled, at 6 pm.
Tonight's Committee of the Whole and regular Board Meeting has been cancelled. The Board meeting has been rescheduled for this Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020.
Winter sports & organization pictures will be taken tomorrow. (Dont' forget uniforms!) If your student did not bring home a picture packet & you want photos, there are envelopes in the office. Just send in the money & note what you're ordering. Thank you.
Due to the weather forecast, the home JH girls game against Stockton tonight, and the away HS girls game at Dakota tonight have been cancelled. Reschedules will be announced at a later time.
High school boys basketball game at Manny's Shootout has been rescheduled. It will now be on February 15th at 10am vs Prince of Peace. This game will be played at the West Carroll Middle school in Mt. Carroll.
Reminder to seniors & senior parents: The senior portrait and 2 baby pictures are due this Friday, Jan. 17th. They can be given to or emailed to Mrs. Scheuerell. If you have questions, email Mrs. Scheuerell at kscheuerell@orangevillecusd.com
In spite of the weather, our ski trip buses were able to head out this morning just fine & our kids are having fun on the slopes. Sometimes if you watch the Chestnut Mountain live cams, you can see some of them headed down the hills! https://www.chestnutmtn.com/live-cameras/
National Honor Society is helping the American Red Cross by selling "Red Out" shirts. Everyone is then encouraged to wear their shirts during National Wear Red Day on February 7th. If you are interested, flyer is included, and orders are due this Friday, Jan. 17th.
Reminder to seniors: Your senior portrait & 2 baby pictures are due this Friday, Jan. 17th for the yearbook. They can be given to Mrs. Scheuerell or emailed to her.
This past Saturday's HS girls basketball game at Monticello, WI, has been rescheduled for next Monday, Jan. 20, at 6 pm.
Reminder - There is a Lorado Taft parent/student meeting tonight at 6:00 in the LMC. Even if the student cannot be there, at least one parent should try to attend.
The HS girls basketball game at Monticello, WI, tomorrow (1/11) has also been cancelled. A reschedule date is pending.
Tomorrow's (1/11) HS varsity boys basketball game at West Carroll for Manny's Shootout has been cancelled. A reschedule is pending.
Due to unpredictable weather conditions, tonight's HS boys basketball game at Lena has been cancelled. It is rescheduled for Jan. 21st at 6 pm.
This Saturday's (1/11) Speech meet at River Ridge has been cancelled. It may be rescheduled at a later date.
Updated! Our Event section is now updated and everything should be correct. Thank you for your patience.
We have a new website!! It has been under construction but is now live. Check out our new website, which is at the same location www.orangevillecusd.com
The time of year has come again when we ask district parents to fill out the 5Essentials Survey. It opens Oct. 24, 2019, and closes Feb. 14, 2020. To take the survey, please follow the link below. Thank you. http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/