Social and Emotional Learning isn’t something that should only be learned and practiced at school. SEL skills are life skills, too. Skills like empathy, self-control, and decision-making are used throughout our lives. #SELin205
Have you driven by Silas Willard and noticed some construction near the playground? Watch the video to learn more! https://youtu.be/vTXHwm13FgY
Stay Connected: Please make sure you have the correct email and phone number in Skyward Family Access! If you need help with your login or password, please email webmaster@galesburg205.org for assistance!
The Knox County Summer Lunch Program is available from June 1-August 7! The program is for every child in Knox County. For questions, please contact the United Way of Knox County.
This last day of school is certainly different than any that came before it. Despite this, CUSD #205 teachers and staff, families, and most importantly, students, rose up and made the best of new and sometimes difficult situations. Enjoy your summer and be safe!
Reminder - Yearbook pickup for Silas Willard is Thursday, May 21, 2020 from 2:00 to 6:00p.m. Please pull into the "U" drive to collect your yearbook. Yearbooks can be purchased on the 21st as well for $15.00. This is first come first serve. Thank you!
Mr. Bradburn's announcement for Tuesday, May 19, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/kYebaJVtfVZDK5Hq5
CUSD #205 is putting Social Emotional Learning first. We need your input on our work and vision statement. Please watch a quick video at https://youtu.be/6aHFphnU2ho . Then take the survey by clicking https://forms.gle/51MpxCWHEM51mQpk7 Thank you! #SELin205
Morning announcements for Monday, May 18, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/Mt8ZENbUwwSyoPp67
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcement for Friday, May 15, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/8VEwhf4wDspQkv8n6
Morning announcements for Thursday, May 14, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/nPTCiDDsTzC9HDuT8
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcements for Tuesday, May 12, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/Z6Fb3SFXkggwVq4W7
Morning announcements for Monday, May 11, 2020
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Mr. Bradburn's morning announcements for Thursday, May 7, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/7AnE1iFJWST4R2dz8
The weather decided it was time for a day indoors! Don't let the rain and clouds stop you from checking out all the grade level choice boards! Click the link, and share a picture with us when you complete an activity! https://sites.google.com/galesburg205.org/choice-boards/home
Morning announcement for Tuesday, May 5, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/DKzR9xVz7qAst4Az9
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcements for Monday, May 4, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/4gp8L2p1C7SLsNW5A
May 4th-8th is Teacher Appreciation Week, and we have started the celebration early. #205 teachers were able to present a check to the Galesburg FISH Food Pantry. District #205 made the donation of $5 per #205 staff member, totaling $3,145. Through this gift that will serve so many in need, our intention is to convey our appreciation for you all!
Morning announcements for Friday, May 1, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/1vdzG4Y3dEBM156D6
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcements for Thursday, April 20, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/FNtL59MY2yU7ABT36
Parents of current and 4th and 5th grade students, we need your help! If your student hasn't made elective choices for next year, please watch the video from Mr. Young! https://youtu.be/7hf32sAzFMQ
Morning announcements for Wednesday, April 30, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/au3ACjqDRzNU5ydA9
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcements for Tuesday, April 28, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/qEgtzu26GygwcE77A
Morning announcements for Monday, April 27, 2020
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Mr. Bradburn's morning annoucements for Thursday, April 23, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/5Y7kmUkJr3L2tSrx5
Morning announcments for Wednesday, April 22, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/z4bMci5X57c9pmRZ6
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcement for Tuesday, April 21, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/1htVV6XuEuxNvz337
Morning announcements from Mr. Bradburn for Monday, April 20, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/djUpc1cMss1K1DHT6
Please visit the link below to get information on some upcoming events for our school.
https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A861d5dee-30f8-463a-9eac-9313f12994f9
Governor Pritzker has announced that schools in Illinois will remain closed for the rest of the school year. We will send out more information as it becomes available. The weekly video message from Dr. Asplund is now available at the following link https://youtu.be/-ZxeaJJVQVA
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcements for Friday, April 17, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/SDH4qjfZicZgJYmH8
A Silas Willard Car Parade is heading your way soon! Look out for more information coming soon!
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcements for Thursday, April 16, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/GXH1gvXkAuahHA628
Morning announcements from Mr. Bradburn for Wednesday, April 15, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/kgseepbASXa63afKA
Morning annoncements from Mr. Bradburn for Tuesday, April 14, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/E3PhBm9cxQgo8nfb9
Parents and Guardians, please click the following link to view the weekly message from Dr. Asplund! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwCKBS1kxmY
Morning announcements from Mr. Bradburn for Wednesday April 8, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/JPbkaTmbpCNjXFT88
Mr. Bradburn morning announcements from somewhere in Silas Willard School for April 7, 2020.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/vdMwedL1yiwvLsyo8
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcement 4-6-2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/JJCxG5VmXgiPbC698
Even more so in these difficult times, CUSD #205 puts your child's health, safety, and emotional well-being as the primary focus. Each week we will share information with you about how to help your child cultivate these important goals. School leaders and teachers will also keep Social and Emotional Learning at the forefront during this time. View this video for a quick introduction to SEL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikehX9o1JbI
CUSD #205 Parents and Guardians, Dr. Asplund has some reminders for you today in his weekly video update! https://youtu.be/5bn6QUba_l4
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcement for Friday, April 3, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/K62XkiCm5zXLtKXz9
Mr. Bradburn's morning announcement for April 2, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/wrv3cbqzGBXNFfAz8
Please view Mr. Bradburn's morning announcement for Wednesday, April 1, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/7VZh1MEYRg9CcrD69
Please see the updated link to a letter for student supply pickup.
https://adobe.ly/3dKmRe4
See Mr. Bradburn's morning announcements for Silas Willard on Tuesday, March 31, 2020
https://photos.app.goo.gl/awoRCVehH7656VCC9
Today is International #SELday! Let's help focus attention and awareness on the importance of gaining and using these Social and Emotional skills in our homes! #SEL
We have listed the link for the learning packets that were mailed to K-5 Students and included the list of links for additional resources on the following document. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/624396/K-5_Resource_Guide___1_.pdf
The CUSD #205 FAMILY has been busy working hard at home! Thank you for all the pictures! We hope you are inspired to try something new at home with your students!
We know all of our students are experiencing a new way of learning at home. Share what your students are doing at home by sending an email to HomeLearning@galesburg205.org. We may share your ideas, photos and videos with our school community!
The K-5 Learning Packets are ready to be mailed out! We hope the students will add the lessons into their daily routine while they are practicing social distancing at home!
UPDATED Information for Silas WIllard Families https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/618429/Updated_Silas_COVID_Letter_to_Parents_K-5__1_.pdf
Please see the letter available at the link below:
http://bit.ly/2TPwZdt
Governor Pritzker has just informed all Illinois school districts that schools will be closed Tuesday, March 17, 2020 and through Monday, March 30, 2020. The district is developing a remote learning plan and will be notifying parents shortly with details.
For up to date information on COVID-19 from Galesburg CUSD #205, please visit http://galesburgil.apptegy.us/o/galesburg-cusd-205/page/pandemic-preparedness.
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
The 2019-2020 School year calendar has two built in emergency days during the month of March, March 12 & March 13. Dr. Asplund has decided to change the emergency days to non student attendance days. To clarify, there will be no student attendance on March 12 & March 13.
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
If you and your student will be starting at a new school building next year, we invite you to come to an upcoming meeting! You are welcome to join!
If you know a 4-12th grade male student who may be interested in choir, we encourage you to bring them to the first annual Tenor/Bass Bash!
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The Silas Willard PTO treated the staff to an amazing lunch today! Thank you, PTO!
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
Come support Galesburg CUSD #205 students and get into the Holiday Spirit! We hope to see you!
Silas Willard Parents, we need your help! Please click on the link to participate in the Illinois 5Essentials parent survey! Your feedback is important! Thank you. https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/
Just a reminder:
Monday 11/25/19 Regular Attendance
Tuesday 11/26/19 One Hour Early Dismissal
Wednesday 11/27/19 No School
Thursday 11/28/19 No School
Friday 11/29/19 No School
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Reminder: No school on Monday, November 11, 2019. Classes resume on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
Reminder: CUSD #205 K-12 buildings will be on a Half Day Dismissal schedule on Thursday, October 31, 2019. http://bit.ly/205buildingtimes
Silas Willard’s Halloween parade is scheduled for 10:30 on October 31st.
This week is National Principal Appreciation Week! Please join us and thank each and every one of our principals and assistant principals for all their hard work and dedication to Galesburg CUSD #205. We appreciate all you do!
REMINDER: Thursday, October 17 and Friday, October 18 are both 1 Hour Early Dismissal Days for CUSD #205 Schools. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/455925/Early_Outs.pdf
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October 2 is School Custodian Appreciation Day! We are thankful for all the wonderful Custodians in Galesburg CUSD #205!
Acknowledge. Care. Tell. Act. (A.C.T.) Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN65CqxWs8UDy3uZ9Q4p4hnPcIN4zwSU3uHoEWdGRZhL8hsg/viewform
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We are currently experiencing internet issues within District #205. There was a internet cable cut between Monmouth and Macomb. This is causing a disruption with Skyward as well. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
September 25 is National Food Service Workers Day! Thank you to all the food service employees in District #205
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADd83H3k0iw
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We want your feedback! Please click on the link to take the 5/6 Curriculum survey! http://bit.ly/lombardsurvey
Tutoring and robotics are cancelled for Thursday, September 19th due to early dismissal for heat.
Galesburg Schools will be on a one hour early dismissal schedule on Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20. Thank you
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Due to the heat and humidity, Galesburg CUSD #205 will be on a one hour early release schedule Tuesday, September 3, 2019.
On behalf of the faculty and staff of Silas Willard, I want to thank Jimmy John's for providing lunch today. We really appreciated it.
Hey Silas Willard families! We are ready to start our Walking School Bus again this year. We will begin having supervised walks to school beginning Tuesday September 3rd. If you have not signed up for your student to participate and would like to, please visit the Silas Willard website. You will find information and forms there. We are excited to offer this experience again for our school.
Thank you School House Express!
Reminder that tomorrow is a half day dismissal. Students will be dismissed at 12:15.
Hi there Silas Families! The Walking School Bus is getting ready to start again at our school. Check out our website for information on how to sign your student up for this opportunity to walk to school with community volunteers.
Silas families, Backpack Night is Wednesday, August 14 from 5:30 to 7:00. Come have some Smokin Willie's barbecue and visit with the Silas Willard team. We look forward to seeing you!