🎄✨ Holiday Spirit Week is next week for our K–3 Tigers! 🐯
Get ready for a week full of festive fun, laughter, and holiday cheer. Each day, our students can show their spirit in different ways—think cozy pajamas, silly socks, sparkly hats, and more!
Let’s make this week extra special and full of smiles as we celebrate the season together. ❄️🎁
#ShepardHolidaySpirit #K3Fun #TigersCelebrate #HolidayCheer
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1213BQ4YoEwt2M4iC3ER-YpWArfrspj-7/view?usp=sharing
Get ready for a week full of festive fun, laughter, and holiday cheer. Each day, our students can show their spirit in different ways—think cozy pajamas, silly socks, sparkly hats, and more!
Let’s make this week extra special and full of smiles as we celebrate the season together. ❄️🎁
#ShepardHolidaySpirit #K3Fun #TigersCelebrate #HolidayCheer
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1213BQ4YoEwt2M4iC3ER-YpWArfrspj-7/view?usp=sharing
🎄✨ Holiday Spirit Week is here for our K–3 Tigers! 🐯
Get ready for a week full of festive fun, laughter, and holiday cheer. Each day, our students can show their spirit in different ways—think cozy pajamas, silly socks, sparkly hats, and more!
Let’s make this week extra special and full of smiles as we celebrate the season together. ❄️🎁
#ShepardHolidaySpirit #K3Fun #TigersCelebrate #HolidayCheer
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1213BQ4YoEwt2M4iC3ER-YpWArfrspj-7/view?usp=sharing
Hello 3rd Grade Families,
Due to the temperatures predicted for Thursday, the village of Bourbonnais has decided to cancel the Tree Lighting event for this year. I know some of the students were really excited about this opportunity. However, keeping everyone warm and safe is more important.
We look forward to sharing all their hard work with everyone next Friday, December 12th at 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM. Family and friends are welcome to join at either performance.
Thank you to everyone for your understanding and flexibility.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Heald
Music Teacher
Alan B. Shepard Elementary School
healde@besd53.org
(815)929-4600 (ext: 4623)
Hola Familias de Tercer Grado:
Debido a las temperaturas pronosticadas para el jueves, la Villa de Bourbonnais ha decidido cancelar el evento de Iluminación del Árbol para este año. Sé que algunos de los estudiantes estaban muy emocionados por esta oportunidad. Sin embargo, mantener a todos abrigados y seguros es más importante.
Esperamos poder compartir todo su arduo trabajo con todos ustedes el próximo viernes, 12 de diciembre, a las 9:30 a. m. y 2:00 p. m. Familiares y amigos son bienvenidos a asistir a cualquiera de las presentaciones.
Gracias a todos por su comprensión y flexibilidad.
Atentamente,
Mrs. Heald
Maestra de Musica
Escuela Primaria Alan B. Shepard
healde@besd53.org
(815)929-4600 (ext: 4623)
Due to the temperatures predicted for Thursday, the village of Bourbonnais has decided to cancel the Tree Lighting event for this year. I know some of the students were really excited about this opportunity. However, keeping everyone warm and safe is more important.
We look forward to sharing all their hard work with everyone next Friday, December 12th at 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM. Family and friends are welcome to join at either performance.
Thank you to everyone for your understanding and flexibility.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Heald
Music Teacher
Alan B. Shepard Elementary School
healde@besd53.org
(815)929-4600 (ext: 4623)
Hola Familias de Tercer Grado:
Debido a las temperaturas pronosticadas para el jueves, la Villa de Bourbonnais ha decidido cancelar el evento de Iluminación del Árbol para este año. Sé que algunos de los estudiantes estaban muy emocionados por esta oportunidad. Sin embargo, mantener a todos abrigados y seguros es más importante.
Esperamos poder compartir todo su arduo trabajo con todos ustedes el próximo viernes, 12 de diciembre, a las 9:30 a. m. y 2:00 p. m. Familiares y amigos son bienvenidos a asistir a cualquiera de las presentaciones.
Gracias a todos por su comprensión y flexibilidad.
Atentamente,
Mrs. Heald
Maestra de Musica
Escuela Primaria Alan B. Shepard
healde@besd53.org
(815)929-4600 (ext: 4623)
Dear Parents,
We wanted to let you know there was an accidental mix-up with the lunch menu. The choices listed were supposed to be chicken tenders or corn dogs, but students were actually served chicken patty sandwiches or pasta with meatballs. Students were made aware of the change.
To make sure everyone has the correct information, we will be sending a corrected December lunch menu home with your student today.
We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for your continued support!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ozMAAqJVkJiKd4TnFZVAm8UymmbDSyNo/view?usp=sharing
Hello Shepard Families,
As a reminder, students will go outside for recess when the combined temperature and wind chill is 20°F or above, unless it is raining, hailing, snowing, or lightning. If conditions indicate an immediate threat of thunderstorms or tornadoes, students will remain indoors for safety.
When the wind chill drops below 20°F or the heat index rises above 95°F, recess will also be held indoors.
As the weather takes a colder turn, please make sure your child comes prepared with jackets, hats, gloves, boots, and other warm items. We also encourage you to label all belongings with your child’s first and last name.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and comfortable during outdoor play! ❄️🧤
As a reminder, students will go outside for recess when the combined temperature and wind chill is 20°F or above, unless it is raining, hailing, snowing, or lightning. If conditions indicate an immediate threat of thunderstorms or tornadoes, students will remain indoors for safety.
When the wind chill drops below 20°F or the heat index rises above 95°F, recess will also be held indoors.
As the weather takes a colder turn, please make sure your child comes prepared with jackets, hats, gloves, boots, and other warm items. We also encourage you to label all belongings with your child’s first and last name.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and comfortable during outdoor play! ❄️🧤
🎉 Birthday Reminder! 🎉
Just a reminder that our district wellness policy does not allow birthday treats to be brought to school. 🎂🚫
But don’t worry — we still love to celebrate our students! 🥳
Each teacher has a special way to recognize birthdays in the classroom, we celebrate during morning announcements, and students get to visit Mrs. LaVoie’s office for a special birthday pencil! ✏️🎈
Just a reminder that our district wellness policy does not allow birthday treats to be brought to school. 🎂🚫
But don’t worry — we still love to celebrate our students! 🥳
Each teacher has a special way to recognize birthdays in the classroom, we celebrate during morning announcements, and students get to visit Mrs. LaVoie’s office for a special birthday pencil! ✏️🎈
🎃 Harvest Party Costume Reminder! 🍂
Students are welcome to wear their costumes on October 31st for our Harvest Party! Please remember:
No weapons, masks, or gore
Costumes should be easy for your child to put on and take off independently for restroom breaks
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher.
We can’t wait to see all the creative costumes! 👻✨
Students are welcome to wear their costumes on October 31st for our Harvest Party! Please remember:
No weapons, masks, or gore
Costumes should be easy for your child to put on and take off independently for restroom breaks
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher.
We can’t wait to see all the creative costumes! 👻✨
🎉 Red Ribbon Week: October 27–31 🎉
Join us as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week and say NO to drugs with fun dress-up days:
Monday: Sock it to drugs! 🧦 Wear your crazy socks!
Tuesday: Team up against drugs! 🏀 Wear your favorite team shirt!
Wednesday: Are you RED-Y to say no to drugs? ❤️ Wear red!
Thursday: Don’t get tied up in drugs! 👔 Wear tie-dye, neckties, bow ties, or hair bows!
Friday: Say boo to bad choices! 👻 Wear Halloween costumes or colors!
Let’s have a fun week while making healthy choices! 🌟
Join us as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week and say NO to drugs with fun dress-up days:
Monday: Sock it to drugs! 🧦 Wear your crazy socks!
Tuesday: Team up against drugs! 🏀 Wear your favorite team shirt!
Wednesday: Are you RED-Y to say no to drugs? ❤️ Wear red!
Thursday: Don’t get tied up in drugs! 👔 Wear tie-dye, neckties, bow ties, or hair bows!
Friday: Say boo to bad choices! 👻 Wear Halloween costumes or colors!
Let’s have a fun week while making healthy choices! 🌟
Hello Shepard Families,
As a reminder, students will go outside for recess when the combined temperature and wind chill is 20°F or above, unless it is raining, hailing, snowing, or lightning. If conditions indicate an immediate threat of thunderstorms or tornadoes, students will remain indoors for safety.
When the wind chill drops below 20°F or the heat index rises above 95°F, recess will also be held indoors.
As the weather takes a colder turn, please make sure your child comes prepared with jackets, hats, gloves, boots, and other warm items. We also encourage you to label all belongings with your child’s first and last name.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and comfortable during outdoor play! ❄️🧤
As a reminder, students will go outside for recess when the combined temperature and wind chill is 20°F or above, unless it is raining, hailing, snowing, or lightning. If conditions indicate an immediate threat of thunderstorms or tornadoes, students will remain indoors for safety.
When the wind chill drops below 20°F or the heat index rises above 95°F, recess will also be held indoors.
As the weather takes a colder turn, please make sure your child comes prepared with jackets, hats, gloves, boots, and other warm items. We also encourage you to label all belongings with your child’s first and last name.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and comfortable during outdoor play! ❄️🧤
Tonight is the night! We can't wait to see you at Shepard Family Literacy night from 5-6:30 pm. Books, games, snacks, prizes, a Halloween Maze, and so much more! Don't forget to wear your Halloween costume!
Hello Shepard Families,
Our Harvest Parties are just around the corner! If you signed up to send in supplies, please have all items turned in to the school by next Friday, October 24th so volunteers have time to prepare.
Thank you so much for your support and generosity in helping make these celebrations a success for our students!
We can’t wait for a fun and festive day!
Our Harvest Parties are just around the corner! If you signed up to send in supplies, please have all items turned in to the school by next Friday, October 24th so volunteers have time to prepare.
Thank you so much for your support and generosity in helping make these celebrations a success for our students!
We can’t wait for a fun and festive day!
Family Literacy Night is quickly approaching! Join us Tuesday, October 21st, from 5:00–6:30 p.m. for an evening full of fun — stories, games, a Halloween maze, snacks, free books, prizes, and so much more!
We can’t wait to see everyone there! Don’t forget to come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume! 🎃📚
We can’t wait to see everyone there! Don’t forget to come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume! 🎃📚
Dear Families,
We’re excited to celebrate our upcoming Harvest Party on Friday, October 31st!
To help make the event simple and fun for everyone, we’re asking for a $5 donation per student, to be handed in by Thursday, October 17th. Donations will go toward snacks, activities, and decorations for the celebration. Thank you if you have already turned your donation in!
A party supply and volunteer sign-up will be shared soon for those who would like to help in other ways.
Thank you so much for your continued support—we’re looking forward to a wonderful celebration!
We’re excited to celebrate our upcoming Harvest Party on Friday, October 31st!
To help make the event simple and fun for everyone, we’re asking for a $5 donation per student, to be handed in by Thursday, October 17th. Donations will go toward snacks, activities, and decorations for the celebration. Thank you if you have already turned your donation in!
A party supply and volunteer sign-up will be shared soon for those who would like to help in other ways.
Thank you so much for your continued support—we’re looking forward to a wonderful celebration!
Dear Shepard Families,
Just a quick reminder — if your child is a car rider in the morning, please keep them in the car until 8:30 a.m. That’s when our staff begins morning duty, and we want to make sure all students are safe and supervised.
Thank you so much for helping us keep mornings running smoothly and safely!
Just a quick reminder — if your child is a car rider in the morning, please keep them in the car until 8:30 a.m. That’s when our staff begins morning duty, and we want to make sure all students are safe and supervised.
Thank you so much for helping us keep mornings running smoothly and safely!
Dear Families,
Tomorrow, our students will attend the NED Show Assembly.
As part of the program, students have the option to purchase a yo-yo.
Order forms will be sent home with your student.
If your child would like to purchase one, please:
Place the order form and money in an envelope labeled with your child’s name and teacher.
Have your child give the envelope to their teacher.
Yo-yo sales will run from 9/17 through 9/26.
Yo-yos will be delivered to your child’s teacher once orders are filled.
Thank you for your support—we’re looking forward to a fun show!
https://www.thenedshow.com/ned_program.html
Tomorrow, our students will attend the NED Show Assembly.
As part of the program, students have the option to purchase a yo-yo.
Order forms will be sent home with your student.
If your child would like to purchase one, please:
Place the order form and money in an envelope labeled with your child’s name and teacher.
Have your child give the envelope to their teacher.
Yo-yo sales will run from 9/17 through 9/26.
Yo-yos will be delivered to your child’s teacher once orders are filled.
Thank you for your support—we’re looking forward to a fun show!
https://www.thenedshow.com/ned_program.html
Dear Families,
Regular school attendance is one of the best ways to support your child’s learning and success. Even a few missed days can add up quickly.
Learn more here: Why Attendance Matters: https://vimeo.com/196101998?fl=pl&fe=vl
Thank you for helping your child be here every day!
Regular school attendance is one of the best ways to support your child’s learning and success. Even a few missed days can add up quickly.
Learn more here: Why Attendance Matters: https://vimeo.com/196101998?fl=pl&fe=vl
Thank you for helping your child be here every day!
Hello Shepard Families,
Tomorrow, September 11, we will be having a Spirit Day in honor of the day of remembrance. We encourage all students and staff to show their school spirit and unity by wearing red, white, and blue.
Participation is, of course, optional.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing lots of red, white, and blue tomorrow!
Tomorrow, September 11, we will be having a Spirit Day in honor of the day of remembrance. We encourage all students and staff to show their school spirit and unity by wearing red, white, and blue.
Participation is, of course, optional.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing lots of red, white, and blue tomorrow!
Hello Shepard Families,
Reminder that School Picture Day is this Wednesday, September 10th.
Reminder that School Picture Day is this Wednesday, September 10th.
Hello Shepard Families,
The Shepard Primary School Handbook is now available on our school website. You can find it by visiting:
https://www.besd53.org/o/alan-shepard
Once there, go to the Menu and then select Documents to access the handbook.
We encourage all families to review it, as it provides helpful information about school procedures, expectations, and resources.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to look it over, and we look forward to a great year together!
The Shepard Primary School Handbook is now available on our school website. You can find it by visiting:
https://www.besd53.org/o/alan-shepard
Once there, go to the Menu and then select Documents to access the handbook.
We encourage all families to review it, as it provides helpful information about school procedures, expectations, and resources.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to look it over, and we look forward to a great year together!
Hello Shepard Families,
The issues with our Bloomz communication tool have been resolved. You should now be able to sign in and use Bloomz as usual.
Thank you for your patience while we worked through this!
The issues with our Bloomz communication tool have been resolved. You should now be able to sign in and use Bloomz as usual.
Thank you for your patience while we worked through this!