One last reminder....tonight Mr. Bizarri will host an information night to present information about ICE that may be helpful in navigating the school year and/or ideas for parents/guardians to help support ICE staff members in their efforts with instruction.
Here's the link address to the sign-up form -
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6vBtP2aEQfwZVd53ZS1CPIWaL6uK7PloBTjS8IDBxaMH1Tw/viewform?usp=header An agenda of the information topics is included on the form. Kindergarten session is 5-5:45, First Grade session is 6-6:45, and Second Grade session is 7-7:45.
1 day ago, Jay Bizarri
ICE Parents/Guardians...Good Morning...would you please take a few seconds to fill out a very short form/survey indicating your availability/interest for this Wednesday's ICE Parent Information Night? Completing this will give us an idea of copies of handouts we need.
4 days ago, Jay Bizarri
Two of today's newsletter items are important to next week, so this is an extra message to emphasize those items. First, on Wednesday, September 17, ICE will host an INFORMATION NIGHT. This is a chance to get to meet/visit with Mr. Bizarri, tour the building, and receive info on a variety of topics - a link to the agenda as well as a link RSVP are included on the flyer. If you attended this event last year, you are certainly welcome to attend this year - times are listed on the flyer. Also, ICE will be offering a few APPAREL ITEMS that you may be interested in that commemorate the building's 70th birthday coming up this winter, as well as highlight the school's original team mascot - the Red Devils!. Students will have a copy of the order form in their take-home folders today, and a copy of the order form was pushed out with today's newsletter. We'll collect order forms next week, and we'll submit an order next Friday.
6 days ago, Jay Bizarri
Happy Friday ICE Families! Have a fun and safe weekend! Please check out our Newsletter at this link (
https://5il.co/3pnef) and see what is happening at Illinois City Elementary!
6 days ago, Kim Zampogna
Illinois City Elementary 1st graders took part in the Fable Olympics today to complete our Knowledge unit on Fables.
10 days ago, Nikki Hall
Illinois City Elementary 1st graders took part in the Fable Olympics today to complete our Knowledge unit on Fables.
10 days ago, Nikki Hall
Both 2nd Grade classes at Illinois City celebrated the completion of their Fairy Tales and Tall Tales domain by having some Paul Bunyan flapjacks!
13 days ago, Tricia Sours
Important Dates/Info Announcements And Reminders . Next week is Homecoming Week with dress up days each day. In addition our MAP Testing Window opens up next week, so students will be completing these meaningful assessments in math and reading to provide staff with data when considering instructional strategies and interventions. NEXT THURSDAY, September 11, a Groundbreaking Ceremony will be held at approximately 6:30 p.m. following the homecoming parade in the grassy area on the south side of the south gym. FINALLY, ICE and Mr. Bizarri will host a Parent/Guardian Information Night on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 to share information about a variety of topics including new curriculum efforts, yearly assessments, building procedures, etc., along with a tour of the building. Be on the lookout for more specifics on this event in future newsletters.
13 days ago, Jay Bizarri
This week, ICE students and staff are practicing our Standard Response Protocol (SRP) safety procedure drills. Monday we practiced HOLD, which is basically remaining in classrooms with normal classroom activity, but keeping the hallways cleared. Yesterday, we practiced SECURE, which is an alert of some type of event outside the building, so no one is allowed to enter or exit, but normal activities can continue inside the building. Today, we practiced LOCKDOWN, which the procedure used when there is a possible threat identified - the threat could be inside or outside the building. Tomorrow, we will practice EVACUATE, which used to be called a "fire drill", but could be used in other situations when students and staff need to exit the building. On Friday, we will practice SHELTER, which used to be called a "tornado drill" but could also be used with some type of severe condition (usually weather related). These practices are part of the District's Plan to effectively respond to possible emergency situations. All five are generally practiced at the start of the school year, the drills are then practiced individually (or together) at various times during the school year to serve as "reminder drills" to the procedures.
22 days ago, Jay Bizarri
Mrs. Robinson's 1st grade class (ICE) visited the library for the first time this school year!
23 days ago, Amy Robinson
After a second "re-start" this week, the atmosphere at ICE feels like students (and staff) are settling in. Here are some random Friday pics to enjoy. We will be attempting to have a parent information evening sometime in September to share information, give a tour of the building, and take questions. Further info to be shared when that event is finalized.
27 days ago, Jay Bizarri
Due to the continued extreme heat and humidity, Rockridge School District will have NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, August 19th. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority.
about 1 month ago, Marcus Bush
Due to the anticipated high heat index, Rockridge Schools will dismiss at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 15, and Monday, Aug. 18. Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep students and staff safe.
about 1 month ago, Marcus Bush
about 1 month ago, Brock Bainter
🎉 REMINDER - You’re Invited! Coffee, Donuts & One-Room Schoolhouse Stories! ☕🍩
Join us for a casual get-together on Wednesday, July 23 from 10:00–11:00 a.m. in the Rockridge Jr. High/High School cafeteria!
We’re bringing together anyone who attended a one-room schoolhouse in the Rockridge area — and anyone else who’s just curious about our district’s roots! Come enjoy some coffee and donuts, hear a short presentation, and help us piece together the early history of Rockridge CUSD #300.
📸 Got old photos or stories to share? Bring them along!
🪑 Seating’s casual, conversation encouraged!
🚗 Parking available east of the cafeteria
To RSVP or learn more, shoot an email to Jay Bizarri at jbizarri@rr300.org or message him on Facebook. We’d love to see you there!
about 2 months ago, Jay Bizarri
4 months ago, Brock Bainter
ICE is looking to recruit a part-time health aide for the 25-26 school year. This position will be up to 8 hours per day - $15-$17 per hour. Preferred certifications include CPR, First Aid Training, and Healthcare Background. If interested, please submit an application in writing to Jay Bizarri, Illinois City Elementary School Principal. For more information about the opening, contact Mr. Bizarri by phone at 309-793-8090 or by email at
jbizarri@rr300.org. For the right candidates, this role could be "shared" by more than one interested person(s) that doesn't want to commit to a full week each week of the school year.
4 months ago, Jay Bizarri
Thank you Community Friends and ICE Students for piloting a program this semester to help build confidence in students and relationships between school and community!
4 months ago, Jay Bizarri
