Momence CUSD 1

The Momence CUSD#1 has two (2) unfilled vacancies for the Board of Education and we are seeking applications for these positions.  The candidate must meet the following qualifications:

-Be a United States citizen.

-Be at least 18 years old.

-Be a resident of Illinois and the district for at least one year immediately preceding the appointment.

-Be a resident of Ganeer Township (1) or Fractional (1).

-Be a registered voter.

-Not be a child sex offender.

-Not hold another incompatible public office.

-Not have a prohibited interest in any contact with the district.

-Not hold certain types of prohibited state or federal employment.

The school district is accepting applications to fill these vacancies resulting from no candidate running for the term.  The individual(s) selected will serve on the school board from the date of appointment until April 2023. 

For an application please call the district office at 815-472-3501 or pick up one at 400 N. Pine in Momence. 

The Momence School District and the Momence Police Department Invite You to Attend:

The Office of Will County State's Attorney

James W. Glasgow

INTERNET SAFETY

A CANDID DISCUSSION ABOUT...

Your Children and the Internet...Keeping them Safe!

FRIDAY - APRIL 26 2019 - 5:30-6:30

MOMENCE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

801 W. SECOND ST

MOMENCE, ILLINOIS 60954

The presentation will feature Will County State's Attorney High Tech Crimes Unit Investigator Megan Brooks.

Recently the school district, and several area first responders, met to review crisis planning and conduct an exercise focused on different crisis scenarios.  "This was definitely a worthwhile activity; we took away new solutions that we will incorporate into our plan," noted Mr. Anderson.

The Je-Neir Elementary PTO has been working- and they have a new playground in their sights.  Sue Sherwood, PTO Treasurer, made a presentation to the school board recently about the possibility of a new playground at the elementary school.  "Many of the items have become worn out, and we have been working for over a year now looking at getting a new playground there," said Sherwood.  Designs for the new equipment were on display at the meeting, which featured several pieces of equipment and a safe, clean appearance.  The PTO has been socking away funds for quite awhile now, and is continuing that effort through a variety of fundraising events.  The most recent,"Change Wars", was a great success as $2,400 was raised in all. 

Playground Penny Pinching

One family, who's son is a second grader at Je-Neir, had their young man bring in a "sand bucket" full of change, which he described as his "life's savings".  When giving it to his teacher he told her," I want to donate it so that my little brother can have a nice playground."  Let that statement soak in for a moment, and it becomes easy to see that this is important to our school and their families.  Sue Sherwood put it another way- "We've got some amazing families!".  We couldn't agree more Sue.

On Wednesday, March 20th, the Momence Junior High Math Team participated in the Kan-Will Math Contest held at Kankakee Community College.  Seven students each grade level, sixth through eighth, were on the team. The 6th grade team earned first place overall. These 6th graders included Calvin Bishir, Paul Bishir, Shane Cook, Brogan Halpin, Josie Newberry, Román Ojeda, and Caden Wiechec.  The 7th grade team also earned first place overall. The 7th grade team included Gavin Babcock, Damon Cox, Mason Duran, Luke Ford, Avery Halpin, Brandon Lynch, and Jesselle Joseph. The 8th grade team took fourth place overall. The eighth grade team included Alexis Carrington, Jake Fitzgerald, Brooke Goberville, Madisyn Kinz, Britta Lindgren, Haylie Smart, and CJ Wiechec.  In addition to this, several students placed in the top five of their grade level. Josie Newberry earned first place and Brogan Halpin earned second place for 6th grade. Jesselle Joseph earned third place and Luke Ford earned fifth place for 7th grade. Congratulations to each math team member for a wonderful finish for the 2019 Math Team season!

(8th Grade Math Team)

(7th Grade Math Team)

(6th Grade 1st and 2nd place winners)

(7th Grade 3rd and 5th Place Winners) (6th Grade Math Team)

At Monday's Board of Education meeting, Mr. Bleyle made a presentation to the board about the Tower Garden Project in his classroom.  The project is brought to Momence by the Jonathon Toews Foundation.  Mr. Bleyle also mentioned the Indy Car Project, and 3D printing projects that have been happening in his room.  "The students must really be enthused by these projects, I know I would be if I was in your classroom," commented Mr. Prairie, MCUSD#1 Board President.

Mr. Anderson uses a short VLog to explain, "The Impact of Connecting".  The relationships and connections we create can make a lasting impacting, for you as well as those you interact with.