This month’s team member that we are highlighting is Susan O’Brien, Wolf Ridge Cashier. Susan has worked for the district for about seven years now. Her favorite part of her job is the students. Susan thanks each student and tells them to enjoy their lunch, every day. Susan enjoys playing her violin, mowing her grass, driving and attending church. Her...

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...

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.

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...

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.

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.

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...

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...

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

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!

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...

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!

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.

We celebrated the 100th day!!!!

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...

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...