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Edwardsville School District #7

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708 St. Louis St
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Phone:
618-656-1182

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#TeacherTuesday Rachel Graumenz | Hamel Elementary

#TeacherTuesday
Rachel Graumenz | Hamel Elementary | Kindergarten

Rachel Graumenz always enjoyed playing school as a child, but her real dream was to become a firefighter like her dad. However, when she got into high school and began attending mission trips and volunteering to be a teen mentor to younger students who struggled academically, her mindset changed.

“I loved the passion I felt helping these students and watching their progress. That is when I decided teaching is what I wanted to do.”

Graumenz is now in her eighth year as a teacher. She has spent seven of those years in District #7, all as a kindergarten teacher, and is currently in her fifth year at Hamel Elementary.

She says the absolute best thing about teaching kindergarten is the excitement the students have for learning.

“The students come to school so happy to be there every day and they are all so full of love. It amazes me each year how much they learn and grow from August to May and I enjoy seeing that progress and excitement every day in the classroom.”

A fun fact about Graumenz is that she spent three years in Anchorage, Alaska, moving there for her husband’s job. She subbed for the first two years and taught second grade the final year they lived there.

“I absolutely loved living in Alaska and felt like every day there was a new adventure.”

Although teaching in Alaska was very similar to teaching in Illinois, there were some major differences.

“Students in Alaska came to school in snowsuits and boots most days and had arrival and dismissal when it was dark outside. As a teacher, I also taught bear and moose safety. This became especially applicable when we had a moose standing outside our window watching our class learn and when we weren’t able to go to the playground because a bear had been recently spotted. It was a unique experience that I am thankful for, but I am also very happy to be home in Illinois and surrounded by family and friends.”

When she’s not in the classroom, Graumenz enjoys spending time with family and does a lot of camping, riding bikes and playing outside with her boys. She also loves to travel any chance she gets. #d7proud

#fridayfeature Hamel Elementary secretary Janet W

#fridayfeature
Hamel Elementary secretary Janet Wiltshire is one of the longest active employees in District #7 with 36.5 years of service. She has served in multiple roles in different schools and has always been willing to do anything and everything needed. Wiltshire has announced she will retire at the end of January is looking forward to spending more time with her granddaughter who was born in June, and motorcycle rides with her husband. #d7proud

Hamel Elementary kindergarten students in Ms. Grau

Hamel Elementary kindergarten students in Ms. Graumenz's class are hard at work, learning about subtraction. #d7proud

𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧!
No school Friday or Monday.

Friday is being used as an emergency day.

Monday is MLK Day.

#TeacherTuesday Jenny Davin | Leclaire Elementary

#TeacherTuesday
Jenny Davin | Leclaire Elementary | Second Grade

Ms. Davin has spent all 16 years of her teaching career in District #7.

She wanted to be many things in life growing up and didn’t realize teaching was her passion until high school when a teacher inspired her to love learning and help others.

“I wanted to have an impact on children not just at school, but in their future.”

The thing she loves most about teaching is helping those students that need guidance that is beyond just academic achievement. Davin said she wants them to know they are loved and valued.

When she’s not in the classroom, family is her life.

“I love watching my kids play sports. In our downtown we love traveling and camping.”

And when she gets time for herself, she enjoys baking.

“My chocolate chip cookies are delicious!”
#d7proud

Congratulations to Woodland Elementary School 4th

Congratulations to Woodland Elementary School 4th grader Abigail Godard who recently won a Storyworks writing contest!

Godard entered the “Back to Normal” contest in which Elijah knows he should be excited to finally be back at school, but everything feels so strange.

Godard was tasked with writing an email to Elijah, telling him about her experience in going back to school this year and explaining how it is similar or different from his.

Her entry presented a strong understanding of the story and proficiency in her ability to organize a response. Hundreds of entries are received each month and each contest requires students to demonstrate their critical reading skills and to apply their thinking to a rigorous authentic writing activity.

“Abigail is an excellent student who goes beyond what is expected,” said her teacher Mr. Rockwell. “She deserves recognition for her hard work and I am so very proud of her.” #d7proud

Congrats to the EHS cheer team on their 2nd place

Congrats to the EHS cheer team on their 2nd place finish in the Large Varsity division at the 37th Annual Illinois Cheerleading Coaches Association Championships on Saturday in Springfield. #d7proud

#TeacherTuesday Amanda Canady | Glen Carbon Elemen

#TeacherTuesday
Amanda Canady | Glen Carbon Elementary | Kindergarten

Ms. Canady has been at Glen Carbon Elementary for two years after being hired fresh out of college and calls it her dream job.

She said the best thing about teaching kindergarten is helping them realize that even though they are small, they are capable of so much. Also, that they really love you.

“Kindergartners make you feel like a celebrity every time they see you. They get so excited and it is so adorable.”

Her favorite teaching memory came in her first year of teaching.

“I had a kiddo who really struggled with reading. I did so much research, made so many accommodations, and did whatever I could to make it fun and exciting. This student came to my desk one day and read an entire book to me. I cried. It was my first time seeing my passion come to life and the look on his face of how proud he was of himself, was something I will never forget.”

When she’s not in the classroom, Ms. Canady likes to spend time with her son Silas. She also loves being with family, playing games, traveling, and scrapbooking. #d7proud

Reminder for District #7 students and staff... FRE

Reminder for District #7 students and staff... FREE SHIELD testing will be offered tomorrow (Monday, Jan. 3) from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Lincoln Middle School gym.

𝘗𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘴𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘏𝘐𝘌𝘓𝘋 𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘳𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘴𝘮𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘷𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘨𝘶𝘮 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨.

Wishing our families and community a safe, healthy

Wishing our families and community a safe, healthy and happy 2022! #d7proud

PS Did you know that 2022 is the year of the Tiger? 🐯

The first semester may be over, but it was full of

The first semester may be over, but it was full of learning, including for the students in Mr. Canada’s 5th grade class at Columbus, where they learned about space and the galaxy in the science unit. One of the activities was students created their own galaxy painting with acrylic paint.

Congrats to Edwardsville High School senior Jordan

Congrats to Edwardsville High School senior Jordan Schaeffer who earned a first place finish in the US Congressional App Challenge for Illinois Congressional District #13. Schaeffer won for his app called “Peace of Mind”. #d7proud

We enjoyed being able to recognize our volleyball

We enjoyed being able to recognize our volleyball team at last night's Board of Education meeting for their outstanding season this fall.
The Tigers placed fourth in state and finished with a 33-9 overall record, which included a 12-0 conference mark. They had seven players earn all-conference honors and four named all-state.
On top of all their on-the-court accomplishments, this group is just as outstanding in the classroom, owning a cumulative GPA of 4.1. #d7proud

Ms. Rondilynn Smith's 4th grade class at Woodland

Ms. Rondilynn Smith's 4th grade class at Woodland Elementary had a goal of 1,750 items for their canned food and non-perishable drive for the Glen-Ed Pantry, but exceeded that by collecting 2,214 items! #d7proud

It's the last day of school in 2021! Have a safe,

It's the last day of school in 2021! Have a safe, healthy and happy holiday break! What are you most looking forward to over break?

SHIELD Illinois will offer COVID-19 testing on 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟭
from 3-7 p.m. at Lincoln Middle School.
These tests are 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 and available to the public. No appointment is necessary. Results can be expected within 24-48 hours.

Lincoln Middle School F.I.T (Friends in Touch) and

Lincoln Middle School F.I.T (Friends in Touch) and G.O. (8th grade leadership group) more than collected just a few items to benefit the Glen-Ed Pantry. Their largest collection to date totaled over 85 boxes with the food donations weighing in at 1,624 pounds, while more than 1,500 toys were collected. In addition, students raised more than $1,200 to shop for a family they “adopted” for Christmas and also collected $400 in gift cards. #d7proud

One way to learn counting is by keeping track of t

One way to learn counting is by keeping track of the number of days we've been in school. And according to Mrs. Canady's kindergarten class at Glen Carbon Elementary, today was the 81st day of school this year!

What a beautiful day for EHS Choir's Caroling in t

What a beautiful day for EHS Choir's Caroling in the Car Lot event on Sunday. #d7proud

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