PBL Youth Basketball Camp deadline is Friday, May 16th. Turn in your forms to the Clara Peterson office or your child's classroom teacher. We look forward to seeing everyone in June!
Form Link: https://bit.ly/428Bxit
PBL FFA Hosts Discover Ag Day Camp!
Join us for an exciting two-day adventure designed for incoming 4th and 5th graders to learn more about agriculture!
🗓 Dates:
August 4: 8 AM - 3 PM
August 5: 8 AM - 12:30 PM
💲 Cost: $25, cost includes a T-shirt, lunch on Day 1 and snacks throughout the camp.
📞 For more information, contact PBL FFA at 217-379-4331.
Form: bit.ly/AgCampFFA
Spots are limited to the first 25 students!
Return your registration form and payment to:
PBL FFA
700 W. Orleans,
Paxton, IL 60957
Sign up by June 2!
5th grade students who were on the field trip today are expected to return to Clara Peterson at approximately 3:45.
Our 4th-grade students embarked on an enriching field trip to Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry! The experience ignited their curiosity as they explored a fascinating array of exhibits. Check out the link below to see some highlights!
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Fourth grade students will return to Clara Peterson from their field trip at approximately 3:40 p.m.
Panther Partners mentors and 5th grade mentees went to see “A Minecraft Movie” for their field trip.
Students at Clara Pete Elementary have been learning all about chickens in an exciting, interactive way. As part of their unit on animals, first graders explored chicken habitats, food, and the life cycle. Mrs. Jones’s class, with help from other first grade classes, took their learning a step further by incubating real eggs in the classroom! The students eagerly watched and waited as the chicks developed, eventually witnessing the incredible moment when they hatched. After, Mrs. Jones's class cared for the baby chicks, learning responsibility and compassion along the way. It was an unforgettable experience that brought science to life!
This past week, our first-grade students had the amazing opportunity to visit Gibson Area Hospital! They explored several departments, including radiology, surgery, and x-ray, and even got a special look inside an ambulance. The students learned how the hospital stays stocked with essential supplies and how the kitchen staff works hard every day to feed patients, visitors, and hospital staff.
A big thank you to Gibson Area Hospital for hosting our students and giving them such a valuable behind-the-scenes experience. We’re grateful for your time and dedication—our students learned so much!
On Earth Day, the third-grade classes of Mrs. Waugh and Mrs. Bennett did a fun project. They took old plastic grocery bags and made them into jump ropes!
Students in Mrs. Goodens Kindergarten class performed “vowel surgery” today. Special thanks to Gibson Area Hospital for their donation.
To all our incredible secretaries, we want to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for everything you do. You are truly the heart of our schools, keeping things running smoothly and always ready to lend a helping hand with a smile. Your dedication, organization, and care make a real difference in the lives of our students, staff, and families. Thank you for your hard work and commitment!
Happy Earth Day! Mrs. Gooden's kindergarten class really enjoyed picking up trash around Clara Peterson today.
Our school district extends a heartfelt thank you to our incredible bus drivers on this Bus Driver Appreciation Day! You are the first smiling faces our students see in the morning and the last friendly faces at the end of the day, ensuring their safe journey to and from school. Your dedication, reliability, and care are deeply valued by our students, parents, and staff. We appreciate your commitment to our community and the vital role you play in our children's lives. Thank you for all that you do!
Celebrating some serious reading accomplishments! Last week we hosted our Bluestem Challenge Party for our fantastic 3rd and 4th graders. These students went above and beyond, reading at least 7 books from the Bluestem list – Illinois' state reader's choice program for grades 3-5.
Thank you to Eastern Illini Electric Company for their informative and fun electricity safety presentation to our 4th grade!
The PBL basketball programs will be hosting a youth camp for all current K-4 students. The camp will run from June 2nd to June 4th for both boys and girls. Deadline to receive a camp shirt is May 16th, forms will be distributed to students by the end of this week and can be turned into your child's school office, Coach Hatfill, or Coach Sinn.
Check out the form: https://bit.ly/428Bxit
Happy Assistant Principal week! A massive thank you to our amazing Assistant Principals across the district! Your leadership, support, and dedication to our students and staff make a lasting impact. We appreciate you!
From storytime to research projects, our school librarians provide incredible resources and create engaging learning experiences. Let's show our appreciation for their dedication to our students' success! Happy School Librarian Day!
Mrs. Gooden set up a March Madness Tournament of Books for our kindergarteners! We started with 8 books and voted each day for the one we liked best.
We recognize our paraprofessional educators, also known as teacher assistants or para pros, for their dedication to students and teachers. They assist in classrooms, support enrichment activities, help with assignments, and work with students with special education needs. Their role is essential to student success. Thank you for everything you do!
