All administrative and school buildings will be closed on Friday, July 4th, 2025 in observance of Independence Day.
about 14 hours ago, Unit 4 Schools
Fourth Of July Happy All administrative and school buildings will be closed on Friday, July 4th, 2025 in observance of Independence Day
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The 2025–2026 Unit 4 School Calendar is now available! 📅 Plan ahead for key dates like the first day of school, breaks, and holidays. View the full calendar at: www.champaignschools.org/calendar
7 days ago, Unit 4 Schools
School Calendar
Calendar graphic titled "Champaign Unit 4 Schools 2025–2026 Regular Calendar of Events, Approved by the Board of Education on 05/13/2024." The calendar is organized in a table with four columns: Date, Day, Event, and Attendance Info. It lists important dates for the school year including: First Day of School: August 12, 2025 (Grades K–6 and Grade 9) Last Day of School: May 26, 2026 Breaks: Fall Break: October 13–17 Thanksgiving Break: November 26–28 Winter Break: December 22–January 2 Spring Break: March 16–20 No School Holidays: Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, MLK Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day Parent-Teacher Conferences: October 10 and March 13 Early Dismissal & School Improvement Days: Multiple dates listed Semester End Dates: December 19 (End of Semester 1), May 26 (End of Semester 2) Emergency Snow Days: May 27–June 2 The calendar notes 176 attendance days and 180 teacher work days. Social media handles and website listed at bottom: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok: @Unit4Schools Website: www.champaignschools.org Champaign Unit 4 School District logo appears in the bottom left corner.
Champaign Unit 4 Schools will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025 in honor of Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day. We take this time to recognize and reflect on the significance of this day in our nation's history.
17 days ago, Unit 4 Schools
Juneteenth
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Congratulations to William Villaflor, News Gazette's Teacher of the Week! https://www.news-gazette.com/article_07ea0719-bb4d-479a-b89c-3f4f28a2c766.html
18 days ago, Unit 4 Schools
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Congratulations to the Class of 2025! Over 650 Maroons and Chargers earned their diplomas this year, with nearly $9 million in scholarships awarded across Central and Centennial High Schools. We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished!
27 days ago, Unit 4 Schools
Infographic for Central High School Class of 2025. Shows 323 total graduates. $2,491,156 in scholarship money awarded. 100% AVID college acceptance rate. 10 students pursuing trades, 6 enlisting in the military. Accepted to 47 colleges including University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Purdue, NYU, Washington University in St. Louis, and others. A note indicates 63 Maroons will attend Parkland or follow the Parkland-to-U of I Pathway.
Infographic for Centennial High School Class of 2025. Shows 334 total graduates. $6,404,543 in scholarship money awarded, including $3,591,441 in AVID scholarships. 100% AVID college and military acceptance rate. 19 students pursuing trades, 8 enlisting in the military. Accepted to over 100 colleges including Cornell, UIUC Civil Engineering, Purdue Engineering, and others. Bottom corner shows “#FullyCharged! Futures” slogan and links to grad videos.
Starting June 9 through July 18, Unit 4 campuses will be open Monday-Thursday from 7:30 AM-4:30 PM. On Fridays, buildings will be open by appointment only. Have a great summer!
27 days ago, Unit 4 Schools
Starting June 9 through July 18, Unit 4 campuses will be open Monday-Thursday from 7:30 AM-4:30 PM. On Fridays, buildings will be open by appointment only. Have a great summer!
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Congratulations to Mandee Crow, News Gazette's Teacher of the Week! https://www.news-gazette.com/article_f7c6bb70-7093-484c-9eff-2f00efa1eebe.html
28 days ago, Unit 4 Schools
Mandee Crow
Unit 4 Schools celebrates Pride Month! We honor the diversity, courage, and contributions of our LGBTQ+ students, staff, families, and community.
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
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Notice: Today's Board of Education special meeting will be live-streamed via YouTube starting at 5:30 PM. youtu.be/7PEdmJwElb0
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
BoE Notice
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Due to a scheduling conflict, tonight’s final in-person registration event has been moved to South Side Elementary (next to the Mellon Building). If you are unable to meet the deadline, you will need to contact your school to schedule an individual registration appointment after July 16.
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
Due to a scheduling conflict, tonight’s final in-person registration event has been moved to South Side Elementary (next to the Mellon Building). If you are unable to attend, you will need to contact your school to schedule an individual registration appointment after July 16.
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Today is the last day of school! Wishing all our students, families, and staff a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled summer. See you in August!
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
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In observance of Memorial Day, Champaign Unit 4 schools will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025. All district buildings and campuses will be closed.
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
In observence of Memorial Day, Champaign unit 4 schools will be closed on monday, May 26, 2025. All district buildings and campuses will be closed.
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Unit 4’s Summer Cyber Scholars is back! Students in grades 2-5 can join 6 weeks of hands-on math & ELA lessons with virtual support. Runs June 9-July 3. Materials & tech provided if needed. Space is limited! Apply by May 26.
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
Flyer for Unit 4’s "Summer Cyber Scholars" program, offering 6 weeks of at-home ELA and math lessons with virtual support from June 9 to July 3, 2025 (Monday–Thursday). Open to current 2nd–5th grade students. Includes hands-on materials, optional U4 computer, and Google Classroom access. Virtual lessons run 2:00–3:30 PM, with 30 minutes each for ELA and math, plus time for questions. Designed for students and an at-home adult to complete together. Apply by May 26. Contact hardingch@u4sd.org. Images show educational materials, a family using a laptop, and a child learning with an adult.
Updated days for Central High School
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
Title: Summer Meals. Free meals available at the following Champaign Unit 4 school sites in summer 2025. All sites serve breakfast and lunch. Garden Hills Academy Address: 2001 Garden Hills Drive, Champaign, IL 61821 Days: Monday through Friday Dates: June 9 to July 18, 2025 Breakfast: 8:00 to 9:30 AM Lunch: 11:30 AM to 1:15 PM Stratton Academy of the Arts Address: 902 North Randolph Street, Champaign, IL 61820 Days: Monday through Thursday Dates: June 9 to July 10, 2025 Breakfast: 7:30 to 8:30 AM Lunch: 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM International Prep Academy Address: 1611 West Kirby Avenue, Champaign, IL 61821 Days: Monday through Friday Dates: June 9 to July 10, 2025 Breakfast: 8:00 to 8:45 AM Lunch: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Jefferson Middle School Address: 1115 Crescent Drive, Champaign, IL 61821 Days: Monday through Thursday Dates: June 9 to July 10, 2025 Breakfast: 8:00 to 9:00 AM Lunch: 12:30 to 1:00 PM Central High School Address: 610 West University Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820 Days: Monday through Thursday Dates: June 2 to July 24, 2025 Breakfast: 8:30 to 10:30 AM Lunch: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM Note: All sites will be closed on June 19 and July 4, 2025.
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Today is Crossing Guard Appreciation Day! Thank you Unit 4 Crossing Guards! Your dedication keeps our children safe every day. We appreciate you more than words can express!
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
Today is Crossing Guard Appreciation Day! Thank you Unit 4 Crossing Guards! Your dedication keeps our children safe every day. We appreciate you more than words can express!
¡Hoy es el Día de reconocimiento a los guardias de cruce! ¡Gracias, Guardias de Cruce de la Unidad 4! Su dedicación mantiene a nuestros niños seguros todos los días. ¡Los apreciamos muchísimo!
Aujourd'hui, c'est la Journée d'appréciation des gardes-barrières ! Merci aux brigadiers scolaires de l'unité 4 ! Votre dévouement assure la sécurité de nos enfants chaque jour. Nous vous sommes plus que jamais reconnaissants !
Free summer meals are available for all kids 18 and under at multiple Unit 4 school sites starting June 9th! Check the image for dates, times, and locations. All sites closed June 19 and July 4.
about 1 month ago, Unit 4 Schools
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Free summer meals are available for all kids 18 and under at multiple Unit 4 school sites! Check the image for dates, times, and locations. All sites closed June 19 and July 4.
about 2 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Summer Meals
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Notice: Today's Board of Education special meeting will be live-streamed via YouTube starting at 5PM. youtu.be/DKa_Oew_-Ig
about 2 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Thursday, May 15 5:00 PM Notice: Today's Board of Education special meeting will be live-streamed via YouTube A YouTube account is not necessary to view the live Board meeting. The special board meeting recording will be available tomorrow on the School Board Vimeo web page.
Jueves 15 de mayo 5:00 p. m. Aviso: La reunión especial de la Junta de Educación de hoy se transmitirá en vivo a través de YouTube. No es necesario tener una cuenta de YouTube para ver la reunión de la Junta Directiva en vivo. La grabación de la reunión especial de la Junta Directiva estará disponible mañana en la página web de Vimeo de la Junta Escolar.
Jeudi 15 mai 17h00 Avis : La réunion spéciale du conseil scolaire d'aujourd'hui sera diffusée en direct sur YouTube Il n'est pas nécessaire d'avoir un compte YouTube pour visionner la réunion du conseil en direct. L'enregistrement spécial de la réunion sera disponible demain sur la page Vimeo du conseil scolaire.
Notice: Today's Board of Education special meeting will be live-streamed via YouTube starting at 5PM. youtu.be/MxSAvlHlWrA
about 2 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
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A group of 60 Unit 4 AVID students recently participated in the 3rd Annual Doctor for a Day at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Greg Polites, the Executive Vice Dean of the Carle Illinois College of Medicine, and others from his team showed students proper medical techniques and talked about some of the expectations of attending medical school and opportunities in the healthcare field. Other doctors also led demonstrations and answered student questions. The students were able to experience hands-on activities such as intubation, CPR and virtual dissecting.
about 2 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
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