Lebanon CUSD #9

The Lebanon Athletic Dept is aware of the recent announcements/changes by the Governor and IDPH regarding sports. We are reviewing information and waiting for updates by the IHSA/SIJHSAA and will get information out as we get more clarification. Go Greyhounds!

Good morning!! Final Reminder from LCUSD 9: Beginning February 1st we will be combining "A" and "B" days, thus allowing 4 days of attendance for ALL students. We will continue the same daily time schedules and days of in person instruction on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; with full remote on Wednesdays for all students. All currently in-person students will be enrolled automatically into 4 day attendance, and current remote learners will be automatically enrolled as remote students. If you want to change your student(s) status, you must contact the office TODAY by noon. Please understand that we will try to social distance in classrooms as best as possible, but this will not be possible in all classrooms. We know that in order to stay open, our staff must social distance; whereas some students will not be able to social distance.

Good Morning Lebanon! Today is Friday, January 22nd, 2021 This Day in History: 2020 China locks down the city of Wuhan and its 11 million people, in an effort to control COVID-19 with a then official death toll of 17 and over 500 people ill Interesting fact: During the 1800s, Lebanon became a significant milling, distilling, brewing, and manufactory town. At one time, the town boasted nine saloons, five hotels, and a wide array of flour mills, distilleries, a brewery and saw mills. Attention Seniors and Parents of Seniors! Feb 12 is the deadline to purchase a Senior Recognition Ad and it is also the last day to submit 4 Senior Photos for the yearbook. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kashycke at kashycke2@lcusd9.org. CALENDAR: Feb. 5th- 3rd Quarter Mid-term Feb. 10th- Midterms sent home Joke of the day: What did the dad buffalo say to his son when he left for school? Bison Thanks and have a great day greyhounds!

PTO Meeting TONIGHT @ 6:30! Feel free to join us via google meet or in person (we will be socially distanced and please wear a mask). Hope to see you there! Meeting ID meet.google.com/oiz-fork-kpd

Good Morning Lebanon! Today is Thursday, January 21st, 2021 This Day in History: 1930 Boston Bruins become first team in NHL history to score 100 goals in a season Interesting fact: In 1828, pioneer Methodists founded Lebanon Seminary, which in 1830 was renamed McKendree College. Today, as McKendree University, it is Illinois’ oldest college Attention Seniors and Parents of Seniors! Feb 12 is the deadline to purchase a Senior Recognition Ad and it is also the last day to submit 4 Senior Photos for the yearbook. The Senior Recognition paperwork has been sent home in report cards and it is also on the school webpage under. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kashycke at kashycke2@lcusd9.org. Attention students: The Interact Club is having a speaker talk about mental health during the pandemic over zoom TODAY! Anyone is welcome to join. The zoom username is 7676757417. The passcode is 235227. If anyone has any questions they can contact Allison Corbitt or Essie Meeker. CALENDAR: Feb. 5th- 3rd Quarter Mid-term Feb. 10th- Midterms sent home Joke of the day: Why couldn't the pony sing the lullaby? She was a little horse. Thanks and have a great day greyhounds!

A reminder from District 9: Beginning February 1st we will be combining "A" and "B" days, thus allowing 4 days of attendance for ALL students. We will continue the same daily time schedules and days of in person instruction on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; with full remote on Wednesdays for all students. All in-person students will be enrolled automatically into 4 day attendance, and current remote learners will be enrolled as remote students. If you want to change your student(s) status, you must contact the office by this Friday, January 22nd at Noon.

We will be keeping our current daily attendance schedule throughout the month of January. Beginning February 1st we will be combining "A" and "B" days, thus allowing 4 days of attendance for ALL students. We will continue the same daily time schedules and days of in person instruction on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; with full remote on Wednesdays for all students. We will try to social distance as best as possible, but this will be more challenging with higher student numbers. We know that in order to stay open our staff must social distance; where as some students may not be able to social distance. Please keep this in mind when choosing in person or remote. Current in person students will be enrolled automatically into 4 day attendance as well as remote students will remain remote. If you want to change please contact your building principals by this Friday at Noon. Please remain flexible as these plans may change at any time.

Picture retakes will take place on Tuesday 01/26 and Thursday 01/28. Be on the lookout for more information in the coming days.

Attention LHS/LJHS students: Picture retake forms are in the office. Any student who wants to get a picture retake needs to stop in and get one filled out. Picture retakes are next week (January 26th and January 28th) at 8:00 AM in the library.

Good Morning Lebanon! Today is Tuesday, January 19th, 2021 This Day in History: 1915 World War I: 4 people in Norfolk are killed in the 1st German Zeppelin air raid attack on the United Kingdom Interesting fact: 200 years ago, an original settlement was located to the south and east of the current city of Lebanon. Populated in 1814, Lebanon was incorporated as a town in May, 1857 and reorganized as a city in 1874. Attention Seniors and Parents of Seniors! Feb 12 is the deadline to purchase a Senior Recognition Ad and it is also the last day to submit 4 Senior Photos for the yearbook. The Senior Recognition paperwork has been sent home in report cards and it is also on the school webpage under. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kashycke at kashycke2@lcusd9.org. CALENDAR: Feb. 5th- 3rd Quarter Mid-term Feb. 10th- Midterms sent home Joke of the day: What did one toilet say to the other? You look a bit flushed! Thanks and have a great day greyhounds!

THE LHS BOWLING IS HAVING A FUNDRAISER TO HELP GET LEBANON'S NAME ON A LANE AT ST CLAIR BOWL - IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HELPING OUT, PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO ORDER! LET'S GO LHS BOWLING TEAM!! https://firstresponsegraphic.co/products/ols/categories/lebanon-bowling-fundraising

Attention Seniors and Parents of Seniors! Feb 12 is the deadline to purchase a Senior Recognition Ad and it is also the last day to submit 4 Senior Photos for the yearbook. The Senior Recognition paperwork has been sent home in report cards and it is also on the school webpage under. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kashycke at kashycke2@lcusd9.org.

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” ― Martin Luther King, Jr.

01/18: Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday- No School 01/21: PTO Meeting @6:30 in the LES Library

You can view the District's "Current District COVID Status" here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vRHA6wrCvvE7e3yV8oHVm9C5oglEilo_O3fMCpZ3xwAjYxgq3hgeEF9_OqoMvLF_mTsV11iVy2_5N-H/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.p. It is also always accessible on the District's website. www.lcusd9.org

Jr high spirit dress up week hosted by Jr Honor Society

Good Morning Lebanon! Today is Friday, January 15th, 2021 This Day in History: • 1892 Basketball rules first published in Triangle Magazine, written by James Naismith. It is the beginning of the sport and popularity sky-rocketted. Interesting fact: There are over 730 streets in the United States named after Martin Luther King, Jr. Attention Junior High Students: Today is Disney Day! I hope you all participated Winners will be announced next week. CALENDAR: Jan. 18 NO SCHOOL MLK DAY Joke of the day: Where do cows go on Friday nights? To the MOO-vies! Thanks and have a great day greyhounds!

Martin Luther King's birthday will be observed Monday, January 18, 2021.

Good Morning Lebanon! Today is Thursday, January 14th, 2021 Interesting fact: At the age of thirty-five, Martin Luther King, Jr., was the youngest man to have received the Nobel Peace Prize. When notified of his selection, he announced that he would turn over the prize money of $54,123 to the furtherance of the civil rights movement. Attention Junior High Students: Today is Spirit Day! I hope you all participated Friday- Disney Day- Dress up as your favorite Disney character Winners will be announced next week. Mrs. Seely’s email: jeseely@lcusd9.org Mr. Seely’s email: jseely@lcusd9.org CALENDAR: Jan. 18 NO SCHOOL MLK DAY Joke of the day: Why should you never accept a friend request from any Taco Bells? They’re nacho friends. Thanks and have a great day greyhounds!

Attention Seniors and Senior Parents! The deadline to buy Senior ads and submit Senior photos is approaching. Get your photos and paperwork turned in by Friday, Feb 12! Email Mrs. Kashycke if you have any questions: kashycke2@lcusd9.org.