Wolf Ridge Students and Families, We are excited to begin the 2020-2021 school year with some special events to ensure everyone is ready to learn whether online or in-person. Please mark your calendar with the following important dates. More information about specific events will be sent out soon. Our schoolwide theme this year is all about SWEETS! "Whether... READ MORE >

Patriot Baseball & Softball families -- As we continue to successfully (and safely) enjoy our Jr High Baseball & Softball seasons, I'd like to provide a bit of clarification on the guidelines for spectators at these games. Although outdoors, IESA has made it clear that face coverings are required of all spectators in addition to the 6 ft between families.... READ MORE >

Students attending preschool in-person will have a hybrid model of learning to start the 2020 school year at Bunker Hill. Students will attend school two days a week and participate in remote learning from home three days each week. Please read the above flyer and either email sronen@bhcusd.org or call 618-585-4831 with any questions or concerns. If you have... READ MORE >

Click on this link to shop our back to school clothing for Wolf Ridge. You can order online and items will be delivered to the school for pick up the week of Sept. 7th. https://www.etstores.com/wolf_ridge_elementary/shop/home READ MORE >

We are excited to be able to celebrate the accomplishments of our 8th grade students on Thursday, August 6th at 7:00pm on the BHHS Football Field. Please see the flyer above for more information or contact Ms. Ronen at sronen@bhcusd.org with any questions about this event. (We will reschedule for the following Thursday if there is inclement weather in the forecast.) READ MORE >

We will be hosting a special meeting for all parents of kindergarten and students new to Wolf Ridge on August 11th. We will meet in the Wolf Ridge library to help answer all of your questions about this upcoming school year. We ask that only parents, no students, attend. Attendees are asked to enter through the main doors of Wolf Ridge, bring your child's school... READ MORE >

Please call today and make an appointment to be screened for enrollment into our Bunker Hill Preschool Program. Everything is absolutely FREE! We would love to have your child in-person here at Wolf Ridge learning with us or provide your child with remote instruction, activities, and support while learning at home. No matter which option you choose for your... READ MORE >

Online registration will be open on Monday, July 20th. An email from noreply@teacherease.com will contain needed credentials and link on this date. Parents will need to login to their Teacher Ease Account to access online registration. If you need help with logging in, please contact Mrs. Bethany Spickerman at 618-585-3116. You must sign in under a parent or... READ MORE >

Unfortunately, we are going to have to cancel the 2020 Wolf Ridge Color Run. Those sponsors and participants that already registered will be automatically registered for the 2021 Color Run. If you would prefer to receive a refund, please email Lisa Allen at lallen@bhcusd.org. We appreciate your support and apologize for this inconvenience. Please read the above... READ MORE >

Please take the time to watch the BHCUSD8 Final Art Show & Goodbye Video produced by Ms. Michalski. It highlights our students' artistic and creative talents, while also blending in heartfelt messages and goodbyes from our BHCUSD8 staff. While not the way we wanted to end our year, we all should be proud of our efforts to help support one another. We are a... READ MORE >

Please see the above flyer for details on this upcoming Monday, May 11th distribution of learning materials and students' personal belongings. READ MORE >

Help us celebrate our AMAZING BHCUSD8 SCHOOL LUNCH HEROES this Friday, May 1st by dressing up like a superhero and writing thank-you messages for National School Lunch Hero Day. You can share a picture on social media with your costume and thank-you note/drawing with the #BH8MealsRock or email a special message to our food service workers. Our food service... READ MORE >

After much consideration, and after extensive consultation with the Senior Class of 2020 and the Macoupin County Public Health Department, Bunker Hill CUSD #8 has decided to postpone graduation ceremonies scheduled for next month. This was not a decision made either lightly, or in isolation. Due to the Governor’s Executive Order 2020-31, which extended the... READ MORE >

Please see the above graphic regarding upcoming pick up of remote learning materials, as well as the schedule for distribution of student belongings. Stay healthy! #BHill8 READ MORE >

Click on the link below each day/week to access your child's remote learning plans. https://www.smore.com/bsfhdBookmark this site if you are able as you will be accessing it often. The contents of each folder will be updated by your child's teacher each week. READ MORE >

Tomorrow (Tuesday, 4/14) from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM will be the pickup day for more Remote Learning Materials. For details, please see the above flyer. READ MORE >

Governor Pritzker has extended the statewide stay-at-home order (including the mandatory school closures) until the end of April. Remote learning days are to be utilized for the duration of this closure. During this time, our focus will be on 5 areas: Communication Connection Care Compassion Comfort Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)... READ MORE >

Help us countdown the days to Spring Break with our Virtual Spirit Week for March 30-April 3! Can you complete the #PrincipalChallenge for each day? Share your pictures on your own social media with #BHill8 and #ILSchoolsStepUp or email Principal Ronen at sronen@bhcusd.org. We hope this will be a positive way for our school family to stay connected during our time... READ MORE >

If you would like school meals this second week of the statewide school closure, please fill out the following link no later than 9:00 AM on Monday, 3/23/2020 or call your child's school. Week 2 Meal Signup READ MORE >

It was so nice to see all of the pictures from last week on social media! Join us again next week for the #PrincipalsChallenge. We hope this will continue to be a positive way for us all to stay connected during the closure. Please use the hashtags #BHill8 and #ILSchoolsStepUp. You can also email your pictures to Ms. Ronen at sronen@bhcusd.org. We miss all our... READ MORE >

As you have heard by now, Governor Pritzker has issued a statewide “stay-at-home” order beginning tomorrow (Saturday, 3/21) until Tuesday (April 7) meant to keep the maximum number of people at home. During this time, Bunker Hill CUSD #8 will be focused on the following: 1) Keeping our Children Fed -- Meals will continue to be provided with only two drive-thru... READ MORE >

Good evening, Bunker Hill families: Today (Tuesday, March 17) was our first day of remote learning, and judging by all the shares on Facebook, it looks like we are making the most of it! Over the last two days, I cannot tell you how much kindness and support I have seen from the teachers, staff and community of #BHill8. We are sharing these on social... READ MORE >

I will be sending a special challenge to all Wolf Ridge students each day throughout the closure to stay connected. Please upload your photos on your social media and/or send them to me at sronen@bhcusd.org. I will share them out each day, too! Let’s share some SMILES on social media. READ MORE >

Good afternoon, Bunker Hill 8 families: I recently attended a 2:00 teleconference call with ISBE State Superintendent Ayala, and more guidance regarding the Governor’s mandatory school closure was shared. While more was shared, more questions still remain unanswered. Please know that I will continue to keep you informed as we learn details. Just a... READ MORE >

Good evening, Bunker Hill families – This morning, the administrators and directors of Bunker Hill CUSD 8 met in order to finalize our Covid-19 emergency closure plan. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and patience as we work through this unprecedented public health crisis over the next couple of weeks. For now, here is how we will operate until further... READ MORE >

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, AND UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE ALL SCHOOLS IN BUNKER HILL CUSD 8 ARE CLOSEDAs you probably have heard, Governor Pritzker has ordered a mandatory statewide school closure for all Illinois public and private schools until at least March 30th. Our district has been working hard this week to prepare for just such a contingency with e-learning and... READ MORE >

These students won prizes from our raffle at the Family Reading and STEM Night. This was a great event for everyone. Thank you to all those that donated prizes, volunteered, or joined the fun by attending the event with your family. READ MORE >

Save the date for our Family Reading and STEM night on March 10th from 5:30-7:00 at Wolf Ridge. Families can come anytime and choose whichever reading or STEM activities they would like to participate in throughout their time at the event. We will be raffling off great prizes and serving popcorn as a tasty snack. Don’t miss out on this great event! READ MORE >

Has your child taken the Kids Heart Challenge? Please go to http://www2.heart.org/goto/wolfridge and help your student take a heart challenge by picking one of the following challenges: 3 Healthy Challenges To Choose From: Our school is trying to earn $500 in PE equipment and we will get it if we get at least 50% of our students to sign up and take a... READ MORE >

We are excited to announce our 3rd Annual Wolf Ridge Color Run will take place on Saturday, April 18th. Registration forms can be found online at www.bhcusd.org or search Wolf Ridge Color Fun Run on Facebook. There will also be registration forms available outside the Wolf Ridge Office. Your registration includes a t-shirt and color packet. The student fee is $20... READ MORE >

The 5th grade students at Wolf Ridge have continued working hard on maintaining recycling in the cafeteria and gym. They started this initiative as part of a project in Ms. Burn's science class. Students will continue to recycle throughout the rest of the school year. The other 5th grade class started a clean air project. Their fundraiser was a hit! They were... READ MORE >

There are many exciting events planned for February at Wolf Ridge. Check out the latest Wolf Ridge Newsletter! READ MORE >

5th Grade has been helping Wolf Ridge learn all about recycling and how it can help our Earth. They have placed recycling bins in the cafeteria and gym in hopes Wolf Ridge can help impact our Earth in a positive way! Also, the 5th grade is hosting a clear air project, as they have learned about how important plants and oxygen are to our Earth! They will be... READ MORE >

Cheerleading Clinic Open to girls and boys Hosted by the Bunker Hill High School Cheerleaders For Pre-Kindergarten - 5th grade Thursday, February 6th, 2020 and Monday, February 10th, 2020 after school – 5pm With a final run thru and t-shirt pick up on Thursday, February 13th after school – 4pm The clinic will be at Wolf Ridge gym... READ MORE >

This week, we will be celebrating all of the reasons why we love Wolf Ridge Education Center. Students and staff will also have fun dressing-up throughout the week. On Friday, we are going to raise funds for Australia by asking for a $1.00 donation to wear a hat. READ MORE >

Parents/Guardians, Please use the link below to complete the 5 Essentials Survey for our school. We value your feedback and use it to help us continue to be better at Wolf Ridge Education Center. Link for parents to take the survey: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/ READ MORE >

Students caught displaying great character traits throughout the month are celebrated at Wolf Ridge. We have a monthly Character Assembly where students learn more about specific character traits, get drawn for special prizes and are reminded that we are all part of the same Wolf Ridge Team. Go Patriots! Recently, students love getting the opportunity to choose... READ MORE >

Wolf Ridge Patriots, Welcome back from winter break! We are eager to get back to our school routines and work to make 2020 the best year yet. Please read the January Wolf Ridge Newsletter for updates on upcoming events. READ MORE >

You are invited to join us for our K-2 Music Program on December 20th at 11:30am in the Wolf Ridge Gymnasium. READ MORE >

Wolf Ridge will collect funds from these fun dress-up days for local charities during the week of December 16th-20th. We are also collecting canned foods for donation until this Wednesday, December 4th. We are honored to be able to give back during this holiday season. READ MORE >

Tryouts for the Wolf Ridge Girls' Volleyball team will be December 3rd 3:30-5:00 PM and December 4th 3:15-4:45 PM at Wolf Ridge. There will be an open gym on Monday, December 2nd 3:30-5:00. Current physical on file is required. READ MORE >

Parents of Bunker Hill CUSD #8, This is a reminder that the 2020 Illinois Parent Survey opened on Oct. 24, 2019. This survey takes less than ten minutes to complete. We value your opinion and feedback. Link for parents to take the survey: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/ READ MORE >

Students and staff participated in a Flag Raising Ceremony on Friday. Veterans were also treated to breakfast and showered with signs and thank-you cards made by students. We invite all Veterans and a guest to join us on Wednesday for a FREE Chili Dinner from 4:30-6:30 in the Wolf Ridge Cafeteria. While we are privileged to be able to do these things to honor our... READ MORE >

Please read the November Wolf Ridge Newsletter. It was emailed to all families. It was also posted on Facebook. We hope to keep you better informed! READ MORE >

Fundraiser items will be ready for pick up tomorrow, November 4th. Please plan to pick up your items anytime on Monday after school until 6:00pm. Many of the items will need to be refrigerated so timely pickup is important. READ MORE >

Wolf Ridge will participate in dress-up days next week and take the Red Ribbon Pledge. We will learn about staying safe! Students will learn about how to stay safe when walking or riding their bike home from school. We will also learn about the dangers of drugs and how to say, “No!” Each morning, students will get a different message about safety. Students in... READ MORE >

The Wolf Ridge PFK will host a Fall Family Fun Night on October 25th from 6:00-8:00pm for all Wolf Ridge families. This free event will encourage families to play various board and yard games together. We will also have both pumpkins and cookies to decorate. Weather pending, families will be able to roast hotdogs and marshmallows over an open fire. Please plan... READ MORE >

Do you use Shutterfly for your holiday cards, calendars and photo accessories? If so, consider purchasing through our Wolf Ridge Storefront Link. Using this link prior to making your purchase will allow our school to benefit from the purchases you would be making anyways. Our site link is copied in the comments. Check out all they have to offer and use the link... READ MORE >

Wolf Ridge staff and students participated in a fire drill this morning, October 9th. Both the Bunker Hill Ambulance and Fire Department shared safety tips with students and allowed them to explore their trucks. Students will be coming home today with a safety booklet from the fire department. Please review your family’s escape plan and the safety information from... READ MORE >

Wolf Ridge teachers are happy to meet with you to discuss your child’s progress and ways you can help them at home during our Parent Teacher Conferences. Conferences will take place Tuesday and Thursday (October 8th and 10th) evening from 4-7:30. Please contact your child’s teacher to set up a meeting time if in K-5. Junior High teachers will be available on a... READ MORE >

This Saturday (9/21) from 9:00 AM until before the BHHS Home Football game, the administrators and directors of Bunker Hill CUSD #8 will be washing cars at BHHS for free will donations to replenish the "Back to School" Bash fund for 2020. This event, massively successful, provided free haircuts, tennis shoes, school supplies, immunizations, physicals and more to... READ MORE >

The BHHS Cheerleaders will be hosting a cheer clinic for grades PK-5 on Tuesday, September 17 and Thursday, September 19 from 3:10-5:00 PM. Please visit this link for more information and sign-up form: Cheer Clinic Form READ MORE >

Wolf Ridge will have school pictures on Friday, September 20th. School pictures will be taken for students in grades PreK-7th grade. We will also take Fall Sports Pictures on this day for all junior high students (including 8th grade students) participating on those teams. We will pass out picture forms that can be filled out and returned prior to this day. READ MORE >

One of our amazing students, Heidi Kahl in fourth grade, is starting a special project titled "Waste No Wax". Her goal is to collect any broken or unwanted crayons from our school in an effort to recycle them. She has provided each teacher in grades K-5 with a can to collect the crayons. The art room will also have a can for upper grade teachers or anyone else... READ MORE >

We are excited to welcome our preschool students to class for their first day of school on Monday, August 19th. We have now opened a third section of PreK so that we can serve even more students. Both preschool teachers, Ms. Amy Goebel and Mrs. Stephanie Heiens, are excited to work with our Bunker Hill families to make it a wonderful year. While new to our... READ MORE >

Wolf Ridge staff and students are back in action! We had an amazing first week of school. Everyone is getting back into their school routines. Please remember that pick up and drop off takes place on the side of the building in our car line. Busses are only allowed in the front entry. PreK students will begin classes on Monday, August 19th. Parents picking up... READ MORE >

Attention all #BHill8 families with 3 and 4-year olds: Please see the above information regarding upcoming opportunity for free Preschool screening at Wolf Ridge next week! READ MORE >

Is your little one registered and ready to begin Kindergarten?Is your child NEW to the district?If so, you and your child are invited to attend our Kindergarten Kickoff and New Student Orientation. This hour-long session will enhance the success of a great start to the 2019-2020 school year. An informational night that will cover any questions associated with... READ MORE >

Dear Wolf Ridge Families, I am excited to begin another school year with you all at Wolf Ridge Education Center! Throughout last year, I was honored to be able to work alongside the dedicated staff we have at Wolf Ridge and get to know the amazing students, families and community members that make our school successful. I am looking forward to this new school... READ MORE >

Tryouts for the Wolf Ridge Jr. High Boys' Baseball team 2019 season will be held on Monday, August 5th and Tuesday, August 6th from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. Tryouts will be held at the High School Baseball Field.All students wishing to try out will need a current physical on file.Wear baseball attire to tryouts: T-shirts, hats, baseball pants or athletic pants [no shorts... READ MORE >

Calling all girls entering grades 6th-8th at Bunker Hill #8! Softball tryouts will be held next Monday and Tuesday (July 29 and 30) at Bunker Hill High School Softball Field from 4-5:30 PM. Girls will need a valid sports physical. READ MORE >

Wold Ridge 2nd graders received the books the 7th grade wrote and illustrated just for them. Way to go 7th grade! Thanks to PFK for the donation that makes this project possible every year. READ MORE >

Wolf Ridge students in 4th grade are counting down the days by popping balloons each day. Inside each balloon is a fun learning activity or surprise for the students. We have many great activities planned to finish our year. The Wolf Ridge Junior High Awards Banquet will be on Thursday, August 23rd at 2:00. We will have a Kindergarten Farewell Celebration on... READ MORE >

Please mark these important dates on your calendar. The last day of school will be May 29th. All school days will be regular 3:10p.m. dismissals, except for the last two days (May 28th and 29th). We are looking forward to a great last few weeks of school! READ MORE >

Next Wednesday, May 22 at 5:00 PM in the Wolf Ridge Library will be a parent/player informational meeting regarding the upcoming Jr. High Girls' Softball season. This is an informational meeting, and if you have any questions please contact Mr. Doug Dey ddey@bhcusd.org READ MORE >

BHHS Trap Team is amidst its 3rd season. Established in 2017, we have grown to a team of 24 students from Bunker Hill grades 6-12. In 2018, 531 students participated in the Illinois State High School Clay Target League. Participation increased to 794 in 2019. BHHS Trap Team added a skeet team this year which is the first year skeet has been offered through the... READ MORE >

A special congratulations goes out to Jaydon Hausman. During the May 3rd sectionals, Jaydon qualified for state in all four of his events which were the 200m, 400m, Long Jump, and the 4x200. Great work Jaydon! READ MORE >

On May 3rd the Jr. High track team competed in sectionals against 12 other schools. The 8th grade boys received the most team points earning the title Sectional Champions! The 7th grade boys finished in second place. Good luck at State this weekend! Sectional Champions and State QualifiersRicky Woods - Hurdles, 200m, 4 x 200Kade Throne - High Jump, 4 x 200Kyler... READ MORE >

Mark your calendars for next Thursday evening (May 16) at 6:00 pm for a special event at Bunker Hill High School! The entire community is invited for the unveiling of the new gym mats purchased with the AASA "Leaders Matter" contest money. In addition to getting the first chance to view the new mats, watch the faculty and staff of Wolf Ridge versus faculty and... READ MORE >

Sign your child up for our electrifying STEM summer camp June 17-21 at Wolf Ridge Elementary! Just go to FlintSTEMcamps.com/find-a-camp, enter your zip code and enroll. At Flint Stem Camps, students get their hands on high-end virtual reality systems, 3-D printers, drones and more. Because the future is happening now! READ MORE >

Our 5th, 6th and 7th grade students, along with several plus-one adults, traveled to Staunton Jr/Sr High today for their 8th annual 5k challenge. Our students have been training to build endurance in PE to prepare for this race. We are so proud of our students for completing the 5K challenge and reaching their goals. We even had some students earn medals! There... READ MORE >

On Thursday, March 14 the seventh grade students at Wolf Ridge had a Science Fair. Students have been working on these projects throughout the year and finally got to show off their hard work to families and other students. READ MORE >

Bunker Hill CUSD #8 welcomed motivational speaker and life coach Tom Kress from Hi Esteem Coaching & Speaking to both of its schools last week as part of the district’s programming for the instruction of Erin’s Law. Mr. Kress, a survivor of sexual abuse, brought his program “Your POWER Project” to the students at both Wolf Ridge and Bunker Hill High... READ MORE >

Last night the Lady Patriots Volleyball team ended their season in a match against 1st seeded Carrollton. They have had a great season, and we thank them for their efforts. READ MORE >

Congratulations to the February Patriots of the Month. They are:Logan Helling, Will Manar, Jadon Frith, DJ Scott, James Cathorall, Addelynn Bostick, Olivia Hammons, Braydon Sherer, Julia Weller, Maria Jarden, Sofia Ramirez, Alexander Sanders, Candra Dobyns, AmmaSophia Conway, Ellie Huebner, Izzy Bratten, Haidyn Dobyns, and Jaydon Wade. READ MORE >

Last night the Lady Patriots defeated Jerseyville St. Francis in 2 sets (25-22 and 25-8). Kill leaders were Kaylee Richert 7, Katy Meyers 3, and Tracy Scroggins 3. Aces were Lauren Lenihan 5 and Tracy Scroggins 4. Service points were Lauren Lenihan 9, Kendall Meisenheimer 7, and Kylee Crutchley 7. Assists were Julianna Scroggins with 10. Tomorrow they will... READ MORE >

The Wolf Ridge Parents for Kids group recently donated $1,500 to Wolf Ridge in order to help defray the costs associated with an upcoming swing-set purchase for the students of Wolf Ridge. The donation was made at the February regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Education. The check was presented to Wolf Ridge Principal Shonda Ronen to assist... READ MORE >

7th and 8th grade students competed at the junior high Olympiad on Monday, February 25. READ MORE >

A big thank you to Diane Rench for designing cafeteria shirts and decorations themed for Thursday night’s “Dr. Seuss’ Around the World Adventure”! The students are very excited! READ MORE >

This month’s team member that we are highlighting is Diane Rench. Diane has been a team member for six years. Her favorite part of her job is when the kids like the food that she cooks. Diane works hard trying to get the kids to try the foods that are served when the kids are hesitant to do so. Diane enjoys crafting and spending time with her family and... READ MORE >

Ms. Brown's class won the golden spatula!! This class always uses their manners and always know what their choice will be for lunch. This helps keep the lunch line moving quickly! We appreciate every one of them! READ MORE >

Ms. Rull's second grade class enjoyed a presentation from school nurse, Christy Scott. Mrs. Scott taught the students how to take care of themselves. The students learned a lot and enjoyed the time with Mrs. Scott. READ MORE >

We celebrated the 100th day!!!! READ MORE >

All staff in the School District is encouraged to model healthful eating and physical activity as a valuable part of daily life. To meet this goal, the School District adopts this school wellness policy with the commitments to nutrition, nutrition education, physical activity, and other school based activities that support student and staff... READ MORE >

The link between nutrition, physical activity, and learning is well documented. Healthy eating and activity patterns are essential for students to achieve their full academic potential, full physical, and mental growth, and lifelong health and well being. Healthy eating and physical activity, essential for a healthy weight, are also linked to reduced risk... READ MORE >