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Giving all the mothers and mother figures their flowers today! You deserve them and so much more! #HappyMothersDay
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Spreading floral joy at Bottenfield Elementary! Today, local florist Rick Orr dropped by Mr. Keepes' class to teach the kids how to craft beautiful Mother's Day arrangements. The room was blooming with smiles!
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Today, we celebrate the unsung heroes of our schools - our amazing school nurses! Thank you for your tireless dedication, compassion, and care for our students' health and well-being. Your impact reaches far beyond the clinic.
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![¡Es el Día Nacional de la Enfermera Escolar! ¡Nuestras enfermeras escolares son las mejores! Gracias por su compasión, experiencia y dedicación para mantener a nuestros estudiantes sanos y seguros todos los días.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/champaign_unit_4_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/8194311/large__Spanish_.png)
![C'est la Journée nationale des infirmières scolaires ! Nos infirmières scolaires sont les meilleures ! Merci pour votre compassion, votre expertise et votre dévouement pour assurer la santé et la sécurité de nos étudiants chaque jour.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/champaign_unit_4_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/8194310/large__French_.png)
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all of our outstanding educators! Your dedication and passion are shaping tomorrow's superstars. THANK YOU!!
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Today is School Lunch Hero Day! Unit 4 Schools recognizes the invaluable contributions of our food service staff. Your dedication ensures students are nourished and ready to learn. Thank you for all you do! 938,000 student lunches served and counting this year alone!
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On National School Principal Appreciation Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the steadfast leaders shaping young minds every day. Your tireless dedication to education transforms lives and builds brighter futures. Thank you, principals, for your unwavering commitment.
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Robeson students gathered today with guest author, Candace Fleming, to speak about her creative process, picking up "story seeds" wherever she goes. She even shared photos from her trip to the rainforests of Borneo which brought about the inspiration for her book "Oh, No!".
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Unit 4 wants to remind our families and staff that mental health resources are always available. Whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, or any other challenge, please know that you have access to support. Care Solace is available via phone or online for guidance and assistance.
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May is Jewish American Heritage. Unit 4 celebrates and honors the culture and contributions of Jewish Americans.
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May is Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Join Unit 4 in celebrating the vibrant cultures and remarkable contributions of our AAPI communities.
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Today, student artists met with retired Franklin teacher, Suzanne Berkes to dedicate a new mosaic at their student entrance. The mosaic incorporates the different languages spoken by students across the district. The frame was made using leftover tiles from the outdoor mosaic.
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Notice: The Board of Education Special Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 1st has been canceled.
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Incoming Kindergarten families, the registration window is closing soon! To help you meet the May 1st deadline, registration will be available for extended hours tomorrow, from 7am to 7pm. Registration will be at the Mellon Building (703 S. New Street, Champaign).
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Edison Middle School Receives Revalidation as an AVID National Demonstration School!
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Happy Administrative Professionals' Day! Thank you for all you do and your dedication to our students and community. We appreciate you!
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Today, on National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we thank our amazing bus drivers for their hard work in safely transporting our students!
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Due to technical difficulties, the Unit 4 Board of Education meeting is now being streamed on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/Cvot7fBcM_k
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Champaign Unit 4 thanks our 2,000+ volunteers who make a difference in our schools! As of January 1, 2024 volunteers had donated 34, 548 hours to Unit 4. Thank you to all our dedicated volunteers!!
CU One-to-One is accepting applications for more mentors. For more information, please visit: https://www.cu1to1.org/be-a-mentor
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Centennial CTE business students participated in the Lake Land Business and Computer Contest today! Special recognition to Cameron McCullough, who placed 1st in the General Business and Current Events competition!
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Save the Dates! Upcoming Unit 4 Graduations and Promotions! The last day of student attendance will be May 30, 2024.
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