Madison CUSD 12

Madison CUSD 12 family - when you get a moment please fill out the 2025 Illinois 5Essentials Supplemental Parent Survey at https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent&p=1. This is the reason for the survey: The survey shows how parents, teachers and students perceive Madison CUSD 12, and these perceptions influence their behavior. The survey results are organized using a research validated framework (the Five Essentials), and are meant to highlight areas of strength and areas that need support. They can be used by leaders as a baseline to assess school improvement.

Dear Parents/Guardians, This is a reminder about our upcoming Parent Night for Grades 1 - 5 on March 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM. We will be covering various important topics, including the exciting opportunity to start a PTA at Bernard Long Elementary. Please use the sign-up link provided below: https://forms.gle/BcToMPfPm799gsS1A

Madison Families, Beginning March 1st, students and teachers across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of your child’s school. As a parent/guardian, this opportunity allows you to share your thoughts about your child’s school. The link to the 5Essentials Survey can be found here; http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/ For more information about the Illinois 5Essentials Survey please visit https://www.5-essentials.org/illinois. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact UChicago Impact Survey Support at 1-866-440-1874 or impact-surveys@uchicago.edu.

Dear Parents/Guardians, This is a reminder about Bernard Long Elementary Black History Program, which is scheduled to begin at 8:45 AM. Doors will open at 8:15 AM for seating. After the program, students may leave with their parents once they have been signed out with their teacher. Please be sure to check in with your child’s teacher before leaving. Additionally, this is a half-day for students, with dismissal at 10:30 AM. Please make necessary arrangements for your student to be picked up if needed. Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you at the program!

Madison Family, We will be welcoming our students back to in-person learning tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th. We look forward to seeing our staff and students back in our buildings.

Madison Family, Due to the ongoing winter weather hazard , Madison CUSD #12 will taking a snow day tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19th. Concerns for the safety of our students and staff are of utmost importance. We will see everyone on Thursday, February 20th.

Dear Parents and Guardians, We want to inform you that after-school programming at Bernard Long Elementary School will be canceled today due to inclement weather. We understand that this may be an inconvenience, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding. Our priority is always the safety of our students and staff, and we prefer to err on the side of caution when making these decisions. Please make necessary arrangements for your child’s transportation and supervision after school. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact the school office at 618-877-1712 Thank you for your cooperation and support. Sincerely, Raynard Nicholson Principal Bernard Long Elementary School Yolonda Crochrell Madison Enrichment Program Director

Madison Family, A reminder that on Friday, February 14, Madison CUSD #12 will have a half day early dismissal for teacher professional development.

Madison Family, Due to the forecast for a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain scheduled for tomorrow late morning and early afternoon, Madison CUSD #12 will use an e-learning day. Students should follow the instructions provided them by their teachers and bring any work to school with them on Thursday, February 13th.

Attention Parents and Guardians of Bernard Long Elementary! We are excited to invite you to Parent Night at Bernard Long Elementary! ?? Date: February 12, 2025 Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Bernard Long Cafeteria This is a fantastic opportunity to continue to connect, learn, and get involved in the exciting changes happening at our school. We’ll cover various important topics that directly impact our students and school community. Your voice matters, and we’d love for you to be part of the positive change at Bernard Long Elementary. Let’s work together to make a difference! We look forward to seeing you there! Please find the link provided in your email to sign up.

Great news! The updated Madison CUSD 12 app is now available in the app store, or by clicking on the link below. IOS App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/madison-cusd-12-il/id1480007619?ls=1 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.madisonil

Madison Family, On Friday, January 31st, Madison CUSD #12 will have a half day early dismissal for teacher professional development.

📣 Attention Parents and Guardians of Bernard Long Elementary! We are excited to invite you to Parent Night at Bernard Long Elementary! 🌟 🗓 Date: Jan. 22, 2025 ⏰ Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm 📍 Location: Bernard Long Elementary Cafeteria Click link to sign-up ---> https://forms.gle/ZWoe89wpnyeLr7Um9 This is a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and get involved in the exciting changes happening at our school. We’ll cover various important topics that directly impact our students and school community. Your voice matters, and we’d love for you to be part of the positive change at Bernard Long Elementary. Let’s work together to make a difference! We look forward to seeing you there!

Madison Family, With the cancellation of the Cold Weather Advisory, Madison CUSD #12 will be in regular session on Wednesday, January 22nd. We look forward to seeing your students tomorrow morning!

Madison Family, Due to the windchill forecasted to be around -20 tomorrow morning, Tuesday, January 21st, Madison CUSD #12 will not be in session. We plan to return to regular session on Wednesday, January 22nd. Stay safe and warm.

Special Board Meeting - January 22 at 5:00pm - Click https://5il.co/35iw1 for the agenda.

Madison Family, We wanted to let you know that the district will observe a half day early dismissal on January 17th and 31st for teacher inservice. Each building will be sending out additional information regarding specific times for dismissal

Madison Family, Due to the forecast for up to an additional 4 inches of snow beginning between 2am and 4am Friday morning, Madison CUSD 12 will be conducting remote learning on Friday, January 10th. This additional snow has the potential to create unsafe road conditions during the morning student pickup. Students should follow directions provided to them by their teachers for remote learning. All Chromebooks and work packets should be brought to school on Monday, January 13th. Stay safe and warm!

Madison Family, With the forecast calling for additional snow on Friday, January 10th, Madison School District is preparing for a possible remote learning day. Students in attendance today will be provided with a Chromebook, a work packet, or both depending on grade level and course requirements. Administrators and teachers will provide direction to their students about completing any work assigned if a remote learning day is used. In the event school is in session on Friday, students are expected to bring their Chromebooks and work packets to school. If a remote learning day is used, then students will be expected to bring their Chromebooks and packets with them on Monday, January 13th. We will send a message Thursday evening or early Friday morning whether or not school is in session or a remote learning day will be used.

Dear Parents and Staff, Due to the current road conditions and in the interest of everyone's safety, we will not be holding our after-school this week. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your understanding. The program will resume next Tuesday on its regular schedule. Thank you for your cooperation and support. Please stay safe, and we look forward to seeing everyone next week!