Notice: Due to a conflict with CGTV, Monday’s Board of Education meeting will be live-streamed exclusively via YouTube. The link is below.
youtu.be/IsZFRmh0lew
A YouTube account is not necessary to view the live Board meeting. The board meeting recording will be available on Tuesday on the School Board’s Vimeo web page.
Today was the start of something special! Centennial High School student-athletes visited Booker T. Washington for the first time as part of BTW’s PBIS Celebration.
About 20 Chargers joined elementary students on the playground for games, including basketball and football, as well as plenty of other fun activities. The moment the high schoolers stepped outside, BTW students’ faces lit up, and from there it was non-stop fun. From tying shoes to teaching monkey bars, playing tag, duck-duck-goose, and red light-green light, the Chargers brought incredible energy and kindness.
This was the first of many monthly visits, and we’re excited to see the positive relationships grow between Centennial and BTW students.
About 20 Chargers joined elementary students on the playground for games, including basketball and football, as well as plenty of other fun activities. The moment the high schoolers stepped outside, BTW students’ faces lit up, and from there it was non-stop fun. From tying shoes to teaching monkey bars, playing tag, duck-duck-goose, and red light-green light, the Chargers brought incredible energy and kindness.
This was the first of many monthly visits, and we’re excited to see the positive relationships grow between Centennial and BTW students.
Centennial High School’s new Forensics class had a special guest last week. Nate Epling, Crime Scene Investigator with the Champaign Police Department, visited to share the steps he takes during investigations and provide insight into careers in the field. Thank you to Ms. Bowers and Ms. Amos for coordinating this engaging learning opportunity for our students!
Due to employee illnesses, notice for tonight’s regularly scheduled Unit 4 Board of Education meeting was not properly posted. Because of this, the meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, September 29. All agenda items from tonight’s meeting, including the public hearing for the 2026 District budget, will be taken up at that time. We sincerely apologize for the error.
Dr. Howard Elementary School welcomed a delegation of educators and administrators from Kazakhstan, hosted by the University of Illinois Global Education & Training.
The group, made up of teachers, school leaders, and local government administrators, is spending two weeks in the U.S. to explore the American education system.
Their visit included a tour of Dr. Howard guided by Principal Samantha Turner with a University of Illinois translator. We’re excited to share our classrooms and build global connections in education!
The group, made up of teachers, school leaders, and local government administrators, is spending two weeks in the U.S. to explore the American education system.
Their visit included a tour of Dr. Howard guided by Principal Samantha Turner with a University of Illinois translator. We’re excited to share our classrooms and build global connections in education!
Unit 4 Schools honors Hispanic Heritage Month.
Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001. We are forever grateful for the bravery of the first responders, service members, and countless others who answered the call that day.
Join us for College & Career Readiness Parent Academy! Registration ends September 16. Please follow this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDUGyrqWdVrl8xJ3ghwPEEad7e1Vs1aOOeCHM6Nh4_fVkZDQ/viewform
As part of Krannert’s Ellnora Guitar Festival, Franklin welcomed 18-year-old guitar phenom Grace Bowers for a special panel discussion with our very own music teachers, Abby Heras, General Music & Choir, Nick Schulze, Orchestra, and Jaime Escatel, Band.
Grace, fresh off her Grand Ole Opry debut and recently named Instrumentalist of the Year at the Americana Awards, shared her journey as a professional musician at just 18 years old. Together with our teachers, she inspired students with stories of passion, perseverance, and the joy of making music.
Huge thanks to Grace, Krannert, and our Franklin music team for creating such a memorable experience!
Grace, fresh off her Grand Ole Opry debut and recently named Instrumentalist of the Year at the Americana Awards, shared her journey as a professional musician at just 18 years old. Together with our teachers, she inspired students with stories of passion, perseverance, and the joy of making music.
Huge thanks to Grace, Krannert, and our Franklin music team for creating such a memorable experience!
Congratulations to Kenwood MLL Teacher Melissa Shungu on being named one of Central Illinois Business’s 40 Under 40 recipients!
For the 5th year in a row, Serra Subaru Champaign has teamed up with AdoptAClassroom.org to support our Franklin STEAM Academy teachers!
This year, 15 teachers each received $500 to shop for classroom needs, plus supply kits to help kick off the school year. Over the past five years, this partnership has provided more than $40,000 in support to Franklin classrooms!
We’re grateful for Serra Subaru’s continued commitment to our students, staff, and schools.
This year, 15 teachers each received $500 to shop for classroom needs, plus supply kits to help kick off the school year. Over the past five years, this partnership has provided more than $40,000 in support to Franklin classrooms!
We’re grateful for Serra Subaru’s continued commitment to our students, staff, and schools.
Unit 4 Schools will be closed Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day. All administrative buildings and school campuses will be closed.
Important Reminder for Unit 4 Families: Physical & immunization records are now due! Students whose records have not been submitted will NOT be allowed to attend school starting Tuesday, Sept. 2.
Please submit documentation to: u4healthrecords@u4sd.org
Visit champaignschools.org/page/health-services#Flyers for more information.
Please submit documentation to: u4healthrecords@u4sd.org
Visit champaignschools.org/page/health-services#Flyers for more information.
Join Officer Brandon Walton for an important open forum on youth involvement with legal synthetic drugs and gun violence.
📅 Date: Monday, August 25
⏰ Time: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Decker Theater, Central High School
This event is part of Central’s Open House. Students, families, and community members are encouraged to attend and be part of the conversation.
Let’s work together to keep our community safe.
Let’s keep our games safe, fun, and full of school spirit this school year. Before you head out to cheer on the team, take a moment to read our Gameday Expectations. From clear bags to sportsmanship, it’s all about ensuring everyone has the best possible experience.
Shoutout to Fighting Illini Football stars Kenenna Odeluga, Isaiah White, and David Olano for donating 75 backpacks to students at Garden Hills Academy! Your generosity is helping our kids start the year strong. Best of luck this season, we’ll be cheering you on!
It was wonderful to see all of our families at CU Days! Thank you to everyone, from staff to volunteers, who helped during our second school supply giveaway this week, and a big thank you to the Champaign Park District for hosting such a fantastic event!
Danielle Mallett is News Gazette's Teacher of the Week!
https://www.news-gazette.com/article_9cd4e794-898e-4cba-8131-069671c6080a.html
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Calling all Chargers! Help us clap in the new school year next week!
Centennial's Annual Clap In, Wednesday, August 13, 7:30 am.
Centennial's Annual Clap In, Wednesday, August 13, 7:30 am.
📣 Time to schedule those back-to-school physicals and vaccines!
Carle is offering several options to help you check it off the list before the first day:
🚐 Carle Mobile Health Clinic
📍 Martens Center – 1515 N Market St, Champaign
🗓️ Saturday, August 23 | ⏰ 9 AM–4 PM
📞 Call 217-902-6240 to schedule
💻 Walk-in info: carle.org
🏥 Carle Pediatrics
📍 Curtis Clinic – 1701 Curtis Rd, Champaign
📍 Windsor Clinic – 1818 E Windsor Rd, Urbana
📞 Call 217-383-3200 to schedule
Avoid the rush and make your appointment now!
