The Board of Education Meeting will NOT be live streamed tonight. We will resume streaming next month; we apologize for any inconvenience this causes.
As we welcome a brand-new year, we extend our warmest wishes to all of our students, families, teachers, and staff. May 2026 bring renewed energy, inspiration, and opportunities for growth both inside and outside the classroom.
This new year is a chance to set fresh goals, embrace new challenges, and celebrate the achievements, big and small, that make our school community so special. We are grateful for your support, resilience, and enthusiasm, and we look forward to creating another year filled with learning, connection, and success.
Here’s to a year of curiosity, kindness, and continued excellence.
Today we celebrate the joy, kindness, and togetherness that make this season so special. Whether you're spending the day with family, friends, or enjoying a well-earned break, we hope your holiday is filled with warmth, laughter, and moments to cherish.
We are grateful for our students, staff, and families who make our school such a supportive and vibrant place to learn and grow. Enjoy the holiday season, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back soon!
We're looking forward to 2026 already! Please remember students will return from Winter Break on January 6th. There is NO late start this month, and NO SCHOOL on January 19th.
We wish all of our Wildcat families a joyful, restful holiday season! Enjoy the break, we look forward to seeing students back on January 6th!
There will be NO District SITE Council meeting tonight. The meeting will be rescheduled at a later date.
Check out this month’s calendar, packed with activities and important reminders!
This achievement comes in addition to the Stars we’ve earned in Kindergarten Readiness and IPS, highlighting the incredible work happening across our district to support every student’s growth-academically, socially, and emotionally.
Today we celebrate the dedicated substitute educators who step into classrooms with flexibility, courage, and a whole lot of heart. Thank you for showing up, adapting, and making a difference!
All buildings will be closed November 24-28 for break. We hope you enjoy a restful and joyful holiday with your family. Safe travels, happy feasting, and we’ll see everyone back after the break!
Show the school support staff in your life how much they mean to you and the students they serve; thank them, listen to them, and amplify their great work! Thank you to all the para professionals who keep our schools running smoothly.
When parents and guardians stay involved, students feel supported, motivated, and confident. Whether it’s checking in about homework, attending school events, or simply asking about your student’s day, every small moment of engagement makes a big difference.
This week, we celebrate you—the families who read with their students, show up for conferences, cheer from the sidelines, and work alongside teachers to help our students grow.
November 17-21 is American Education Week! 📚🎉
This week, we celebrate the incredible educators, staff, families, and students who make learning possible every single day. Education is more than lessons and textbooks; it’s the spark that opens minds, builds confidence, and shapes futures.
You can join the celebration by visiting the National Education Association website to learn more or send an e-card to your favorite educator or support staff!
https://www.nea.org/AmericanEducationWeek
USD 312 Education Foundation Impact Award Winner-1st Quarter
Mrs. Erin Peterson
Mrs. Peterson is dependable, dedicated, a true collaborator, and highly competent in everything she does. She works tirelessly to plan lessons that engage students and make learning exciting, using a variety of strategies in her classroom. Always willing to help out, Mrs. Peterson takes on extra tasks to keep our building running smoothly. She greets every student with a smile and approaches her work with a positive attitude, no matter the challenge.
Beyond the classroom, Mrs. Peterson is actively involved in DLT, serves as our MTSS Coordinator, servies on the Education Foundation Board, and helps plan the middle school reward trips. Her impact on students, staff, and our school district is clear.
The USD 312 Education Foundation is proud to recognize Mrs. Erin Peterson with the 1st Quarter Impact Award!
This letter was sent to USD 312 families today. If you did not recieive it, please contact your respective school to make sure your correct email is on file. Thank you.
11-11-25
USD 312 Families-
I would like to quickly review the process that is followed when it comes to deciding if school should be closed due to inclement weather. Reasons that could impact the status of school includes: below freezing temperatures, predicted snow/sleet, road conditions, fog, etc.
When inclement weather is predicted, preparation will begin as soon as possible by our facility and grounds crew. We assess the situation and weather predictions around USD 312. During this time, I will communicate with my contacts to further assess the scope of the impact the weather has on our buses, roads, and other area schools. An announcement could be made the night before but is sometimes made in the morning hours before school. We will always try to make that decision as early as possible to help families make necessary plans.
The following steps will be taken once a decision has been made.
-If the decision is made to postpone the start of school or cancel school, the Superintendent will immediately notify parents/guardians and staff via a voice call.
-An email and text will go out to all staff and families.
-After those initial notifications, we will follow our standard notification procedures (news media, social media, websites, etc.).
As you can see, it is very important to have your contact information up to date. Please contact your school office if you have not been receiving district emails so we can update your contact info.
If school is NOT canceled and remains in session, you will NOT have any notifications from us. This is to reduce the confusion of adding additional messaging for parents, students, and staff to sort through when searching for the most updated postings. We will alert you if school is canceled, we will not alert you when school is in session. If you feel it is safer for your child to stay home, please contact the office and it will be counted as an excused absence.
When school is canceled all campus activities (including community facility use) are canceled for that day and evening. If students have scheduled activities away from school, coaches and sponsors will communicate directly with their teams and activities.
Thank you for taking the time to stay informed on our winter weather processes. Student and staff safety is our top priority as we make school closure decisions.
Please let me know if I can be of any assistance.
Proud to be a Wildcat,
Craig Idacavage, Superintendent
School psychologists help create safe, inclusive, and supportive environments where every student can thrive. From assessing learning needs and promoting positive mental health to collaborating with families and educators, their impact reaches every corner of the school community.
Let’s take a moment to thank our school psychologists for their compassion, expertise, and dedication to helping students grow, learn, and find their path.
