Video Advice from our 8th Grade Parents

We have the best parents who care deeply about all our students.  I would like to thank our 8th grade parents for this heartfelt video.  This is great advice for all of us!  I know you will enjoy the video.  Click the link below to view it.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

https://youtu.be/HCw60fL3-lw

Straight A's Award: Samantha

Samantha knows how to get the job done!  Samantha received the Straight A's Award.  We are proud of Samantha and the work she puts into her studies.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Straight A's Award: Sabrina

Sabrina will go on to accomplish great things in high school and beyond.  Sabrina is the recipient of the Straight A's Award.  Keep up the hard work, Sabrina! #ILSchoolsStepUp

Straight A's Award: India

India is on the road to success!  India received the Straight A's Award.  Keep up the hard work, India!  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Straight A's Award: Allison

Allison is impressive!  Allison received the Straight A's Award.  We are so proud of Allison and her hard word, determination, and effort.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Straight A's Award: Cailyn

Cailyn is an impressive student!  Cailyn received the Straight A's Award.  Best wishes to Cailyn as she continues her learning journey.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Presidential Excellence Award in Science: Allison

Allison is on the road to success!  Allison received the Presidential Excellence Award in Science.  Keep working hard, Allison!  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Presidential Excellence Awards in Technology: Taylor and Anthony

Our world needs more technological leaders.  Taylor and Anthony will help to lead the way with their outstanding technology knowledge.  Taylor and Anthony received the Presidential Excellence Award in Technology.  We are so proud of Taylor and Anthony!  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Presidential Excellence Awards in Art: Essence and Gabe

Congratulations to Essence and Gabe for receiving the Presidential Excellence Awards in Art.  Their artistic talent will impress you!   We know that they will make a positive difference in our world as they move on to high school and beyond. #ILSchoolsStepUp

Whiteside Class of 2016 and Belleville East Class of 2020

The tradition continues!  Seth McKee started the tradition four years ago and Lauren McKee made sure it happened this year during this unprecedented time.  I know you will love this video of the Whiteside Class of 2016 and the Belleville East Class of 2020; the class with vision.  Thanks to all the graduates who sent in photos.  Best of luck to the Class of 2020.  We know you will make a positive impact on our world.  Click the link below to view the touching video:

https://youtu.be/H9g3kZ1K8a4

Be Strong: Niyah Donaldson

Our students continue to shine in our global community!  Click the link below to read a wonderful article about Niyah Donaldson, a State Representative with Be Strong.  This is a global organization that teaches students about resiliency, anti-bullying, and inclusion.  Congratulations to Niyah!  Our students make a positive impact on our community and beyond.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

https://bestrong.global/news/2020/june-2020-student-of-the-month-illinois-state-rep-niyah/

Presidential Excellence Awards in Music: Matthew and Ashlyn

These two musicians are so talented!  Congratulations to Matthew and Ashlyn for being awarded the Presidential Excellence Award for Music.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Presidential Excellence Award in Social Studies: Ryan

Ryan did a great job delivering the introductory graduation speech and he was awarded the Presidential Excellence Award in Social Studies.  Congratulations to Ryan!  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Presidential Excellence Awards in Physical Education: Jaiden and Adrianna

Jaiden and Adrianna are always working hard and giving it their best effort.  They were awarded the Presidential Excellence Award in Physical Education.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Presidential Excellence Award in Writing: Sabrina

You would be impressed with her writing!  That is why Sabrina was awarded the Presidential Excellence Award in Writing.  Congratulations to Sabrina.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Presidential Excellence Award in Reading: India

We are proud to announce that India has won the Presidential Excellence Award in Reading.  Readers are leaders!  India has been an outstanding student leader at Whiteside Middle School.  #ILSchoolsStepUp

Presidential Excellence Award for Mathematics

Allison has been awarded the Presidential Excellence Award for Mathematics.  We will certainly miss having Allison on our math team, but we know she will do well at Belleville East High School.  #ILSchoolsStepUp