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Mulberry Grove Student Places In 2024 Cream Of The Crop Photography Contest
Nine photographers ages 8 to 18 won Bright Start college savings scholarships in the Cream of the Crop Photo Contest, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced today. “The students showed amazing creativity and talent with these photos,” Frerichs said. “The images beautifully capture the wonderful diversity of Illinois agriculture.”...
Centralia grade school teachers prepare for new school year
Teachers in the Centralia City School District have been preparing for the coming school year with training for the updated curriculum. Kindergarten and first grade teachers attended training for the new phonics program, and teachers throughout the district have been trained on the new math program. Assistant superintendent Christina Becker says the district is fortunate to have teachers who are willing to commit the time necessary to complete the trainings.
Students provided with school supplies at Back to School Celebration
The Greenville Women’s Alliance hosted the second annual Back to School Celebration at JC Park in Greenville. There were 358 students who were given free supplies, including backpacks, notebooks, and pencils; just to name a few. The supplies were collected through donations. Local business owners set up booths and games for the kids and families.
Mulberry Grove Unit One School Starts This Friday
It’s back to school for students and teachers in Mulberry Grove Unit 1. Classes begin Friday, August 16. Teachers have an institute day on Thursday. Earlier this week, a reception was held for new Unit 1 staff members. They include Molly Harnetiaux, second grade teacher; Ashley Smith, fourth and fifth grade math teacher; Dan Stewart, high school history teacher; Jade Goodwin, high school agriculture teacher and FFA advisor; Melissa Peck, elementary special education aide; and Trevis Bohannon, One On One aide.
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