Events for November 22, 2022 – Edwardsville Community District 7 Schools

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Edwardsville School District #7

Address:
708 St. Louis St
Edwardsville, IL, 62025

Phone:
618-656-1182

Edwardsville Named Number 13 of “25 American Suburbs with the Best Value” by Business Insider (2014)

RECENT NEWS

Friday Feature: Cindy Steele, Special Education Coordinator
Upcoming District #7 Bond Proposal
Friday Feature: Marcie Dixon, Columbus SLP
Friday Feature: Jillian Lemons, Leclaire Social Worker
EHS Senior Named Illinois Journalist of the Year

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#𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆
𝗣𝗮𝘁𝘁𝘆 𝗢𝗱𝗼𝗺, 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲

Worden fourth-grade teacher Patty Odom never dreamed of being a teacher. She said teaching found her.

“I worked at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital for several years before starting a family. I stayed home with my children and began thinking of a new career that would allow me to be there for them once they started school. I was aware that my new career would have to involve working with children and it soon became apparent that teaching was the path for me.”

Odom is in her 21st year as a fourth-grade teacher in the district. She began as a long-term sub in Worden, spent 17 years at Woodland and is currently in her third year back at Worden.

“Being a teacher is my career and hobby. I enjoy learning and discovering new, engaging ways to teach that allows me to help all students achieve their learning goals and to feel confident as a ‘super learner’.”

Odom enjoys teaching all subjects, but if she had to choose one as her favorite, it would be science.

"Science naturally lends itself to hands-on experiences and that is my happy place where so much of the student curiosity and discovery takes place.”

For Odom, her students are the best thing about teaching fourth grade.

“Watching my students grow and develop as learners while supporting one another is very rewarding.”

When she is not in the classroom, Odom enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She also loves the outdoors and takes the time to hike and backpack as often as possible. #d7proud

It’s easy to vote on the District #7's zero-tax-

It’s easy to vote on the District #7's zero-tax-rate-change bond proposal. Illinois offers early voting (now through April 3), vote by mail (for all who want including absentee voters), and Grace Period registration and voting (for those not registered) on the same day.

To learn more, contact the Madison County Clerk’s office or visit their website for additional information.
www.madisoncountyil.gov/departments/county_clerk/elections/voters.php

To learn more about the bond proposal, visit www.ecusd7.org/bond.

It's official! Leclaire Kindergarten students kno

It's official! Leclaire Kindergarten students know ALL of the letters in the alphabet! What better way to celebrate than with a parade? #d7proud

The Polar Plunge made its way to Hadley House this

The Polar Plunge made its way to Hadley House this afternoon.

Thanks to our plungers Andrea Grotefendt (Director of Special Education and School Support), Dr. Patrick Shelton (Superintendent), Dr. Adam Garrett (Asst. Superintendent - Personnel) and Carey Francis (Superintendent/Board of Education Secretary), as well as our dumpers, AJ Brewster, Caroline Marcus and Lincoln Garrett!

Thus far, District #7 has raised over $14,000 for Special Olympics with donations still coming in until the end of March. #d7proud

#𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆
𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿, 𝗡𝗲𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻

Kindergarten teacher Bridget Steiner has spent all 26 years of her career at Nelson.

From an early age, she always wanted to be a teacher.

“I have always found joy in helping others. Teaching is an opportunity each day to help students achieve their own success.”

Steiner enjoys the growth that happens during a kindergarten year.

“Each day is filled with mini celebrations of what each student is learning. I also love getting to know each student and their different personalities.”

Her favorite things to teach are math and reading.

“I love doing art projects as well and love teaching students about kindness. We have a classroom that promotes helping others and supporting each other.”

When she is not in the classroom, Steiner enjoys spending time with family and friends. #d7proud

After learning about plants, students in Mrs. Hora

After learning about plants, students in Mrs. Horan's class at Hamel Elementary got to plant some sprouts! #d7proud

Congrats to Lincoln Middle School, who placed 3rd

Congrats to Lincoln Middle School, who placed 3rd out of 40 teams at the Madison County Jr. Olympiad contest at SIUE earlier this week! An Olympiad style contest has students solve problems that use limited resources, limited time, and have measurable goals. #d7proud

Shoutout to the 2nd grade Kindness Club at @Leclai

Shoutout to the 2nd grade Kindness Club at @Leclaire Elementary School. They raised more than $500 selling Smencils in January and when asked where they wanted to donate that money, they all said the Metro East Humane Society. Today, they got to present that check. #d7proud

Not only did the Nelson Elementary School 2nd grad

Not only did the Nelson Elementary School 2nd grade teachers make reading fun, but they also made learning about different genres of books fun on Friday morning with the “Nelson Book Bakery”.

After learning about a variety of genres, from fiction to poetry and mysteries to fairytales, the students had the opportunity to read books from several different genres. They then picked their favorite book from that genre, designed a “cupcake” of it and put it in their bakery box. At the end, they had a box full of their favorite books!

Rumor is the students were also treated with a real bakery item at the end too. #d7proud

“𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙖 𝙨𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙚, 𝙞𝙩’𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙙𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙭𝙞𝙨𝙩 — 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮’𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣.”

𝙄 𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢, 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢, 𝙬𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢!

2nd grade students in Ms. Hinnen’s class at Nelson became honorary Annie’s Frozen Custard employees this morning. The class was treated to a visit by one of the managers who took the students through a virtual trip of the shop. They learned all about Annie’s, all the flavors of custard they make, and the different jobs employees have.

The students then participated in four different stations where they placed orders they created and paid using play money, created sweet treats (unfortunately for them, not with real custard), learned how to perfectly top a sundae with (real) whipped cream, and craft frozen custard treat station.

Ms. Hinnen, who works part-time at Annie’s, said her class loves hearing stories about her job there, so she thought it would be neat for them to see how it all works. #d7proud

𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲

𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 is a top priority in District #7. Our zero-tax-rate-change bond issue on the April 4 ballot, will address essential safety and security needs, which includes double entry doors at all District #7 schools.

Learn more about the plan to improve D7 schools at: www.ecusd7.org/bond.

EHS music students performed at IHSA Solo and Ense

EHS music students performed at IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest on Saturday, March 4 at Alton HS.

78 band, choir and orchestra students participated.

The EHS Choir Chamber Singers received “Best of Day”!

Thanks to members of the EHS orchestra who perform

Thanks to members of the EHS orchestra who performed chamber music at the 2023 Business Forecast Breakfast this morning at Crystal Garden Banquet Center! #d7proud

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! That's what Ma

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! That's what Mary Poppins Jr. performed by Act 1 Drama Club was over the weekend! Congratulations for a job well done by the cast and crew and a special thank you to Mr. O'Malley and Ms. Myers for all of their hard work! #d7proud

In addition to those EHS students that take classe

In addition to those EHS students that take classes at the Collinsville Vocational Area Center, EHS also has students that are part of the Illinois Laborers & Contractors Joint Apprenticeship and Training Program. Those students participate in the Construction Craft Preparation Program (CCPP), which provides educational activities in both the classroom and in an actual supervised work setting. High school students enter the program at the beginning of their junior year with competition at the end of their senior year and learn the necessary skills needed to begin a career as a construction craft laborer. #d7proud

Columbus Elementary School 3rd graders completed a

Columbus Elementary School 3rd graders completed an area and perimeter project in the hall this week. The teachers put painters tape in different shapes on the floor (20 in all). One class at a time, students went into the hall and found the perimeter and area of each figure on the floor and noted it on their paper. Walking the perimeter and stepping to count for area and perimeter both, was very helpful for students to truly grasp the concepts! #d7proud

District #7’s zero-tax-rate-change bond proposal

District #7’s zero-tax-rate-change bond proposal will fund our plan to improve the learning environment for students and complete safety updates at all schools. The bond proposal includes funding to renovate Lincoln Middle School plus other needed improvements.

See the list of all projects by school: bit.ly/3SLcHik

Learn more about the bond proposal at www.ecusd7.org/bond

What's better than recognizing one middle school c

What's better than recognizing one middle school cheer team at a board meeting? Recognizing TWO middle school cheer teams!

Lincoln and Liberty were both formally honored by the Board of Education on Monday night for their finishes at the IESA state competition. Lincoln placed 3rd, while Liberty brought home the state championship. #d7proud

#𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙏𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮
𝘼𝙗𝙗𝙮 𝙒𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚, 𝙂𝙡𝙚𝙣 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙗𝙤𝙣 𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙣

Glen Carbon Elementary kindergarten teacher Abby Wible’s favorite thing about being a teacher is the time she gets to spend just being in the classroom with her students.

“We learn together, play together, make mistakes together, and laugh together.”

Wible is in her 11th year with District #7 and her 10th year of teaching kindergarten, all of which have been at Glen Carbon. Prior to teaching kindergarten, she was an assistant at the newly launched Preschool Academy.

Teaching was always in the back of her mind, but Wible was determined to find her own path since her mom was a teacher at EHS.

“However, it did not take long to figure out my path pointed to teaching as well, but at the primary level.”

Wible said teaching kindergarten is not always easy, but it is worth it in May when she reflects on the start of the year.

“Hands down the best part of teaching kindergarten is seeing the growth students make over the year.”

One area Wible notices that growth is in the students’ writing.

“Writing has always been my favorite subject to teach in kindergarten. When students can begin writing words and sentences on their own, it is amazing to see how everything they have learned comes together through their writing.”

When she is not in the classroom, Wible enjoys gardening, organizing, and crafting. #d7proud

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