Superintendent Update: 12/16/21
from USD116 Superintendent Dr. Ivory-Tatum
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Dear USD116 Parents and Guardians,
As the semester and the year draw to a close, it offers us a perfect opportunity to reflect on the things that really matter. For me, and most of you, that includes family, good friends, and in these uncertain times, good health, but it also includes our USD116 family. Today and every day, I appreciate the opportunity afforded to me to lead this amazing district of dedicated and committed teachers, administrators, faculty, students, and families. I recognize that there have been ups and downs this past year, losses and gains, but we have supported one another and continued to strive to be Better Together. Thank you for entrusting us with what matters most to you, your children.
I continue to be committed to ensuring USD116 is a safe and equitable environment for our students and staff to learn and grow together!
Wishing you and your family peace, health, and happiness in 2022.
Happy Holidays,
Dr. Ivory-Tatum,
Superintendent
Art Show
The exhibit is open during regular Krannert Art Museum hours.
Ainsley Grote- Honorable Mention
Cassandra Ty- Honorable Mention
Celia Barbieri- Honorable Mention
Mason Hagen- Honorable Mention
Serenity M.*- Honorable Mention
Gabe Daniels- Honorable Mention
Kylie Conde- Honorable Mention
Simone Aksimentyeva- Honorable Mention
Also selected for the show:
Amelia Gimbel
Anniah Goines
Adam Skousen
Achilles Delgado
Ellee Ford
Gregary Tyler
Tim Warren
Jonathan Rivera
Terez Thomas
JayDon Riggs
Madeline Roughton
Isaiah Conde
Kai Banning
Eisla Madigan
Lucia Lucero
Emma Stevenson
Hanna Baer-Shapiro
Allan Savathphoune
Arwen Handel
Avalon Ogolsky
Jada Chandler
Damien Erickson
Aidan Weaver
Athlete of the Week
Thomas Paine Renovation
The BOE voted to award the bid for the Thomas Paine renovations to Broeren Russo Builders, Inc. in the amount of their base bid proposal of $14,700,000, plus any alternates.
Base Bid APPROVED along with alternates 1-7 (unanimous "yes" vote)
For more information, see Tuesday's BOE Update
In the News
After years of serving others, Leal Elementary teacher sees favor returned (The News Gazette)
SAVE-THE-DATE FOR GRADUATION!
Internet Accessibility
Help Desk Email: helpdesk@usd116.org | Phone: 217-384-3526
Mask wearing
Families, we need your help reminding students to keep their masks on, over their nose and mouth, while at school. This helps keep our school community safe and helps keep us IN-PERSON! We appreciate your continued support!
COVID TESTING FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF
ELEMENTARY COVID TESTING VIDEO
Urbana School District #116
Email: contactus@usd116.org
Website: usd116.org
Location: 1101 East University Avenue, Suite B, Urbana, IL, USA
Phone: 2173843600
Facebook: facebook.com/usd116
Twitter: @urbana116