Parents and Guardians,
As we are getting into flu/COVID/RSV season during these winter months, we urge
parents/guardians to be mindful of signs of illness before sending their child to school. As many of you know, there has been an increase in respiratory viruses in our area. Common symptoms include congestion, runny nose, cough, fever or chills, body aches, headache, sore throat, GI upset (diarrhea and vomiting), and fatigue. It is important to realize the severity of symptoms, and if one is experiencing any of these, to practice common preventive measures.
The school will observe recommendations of the Illinois Department of Public Health
regarding communicable diseases. If a student has a fever (temperature of 100.4 or greater), our school policy states they are to be fever-free for 24 hours (without any fever reducing medication), as well if one has experienced recurrent diarrhea and/or vomiting, they must be free of those symptoms for 24 hours before returning to school. We also follow CDC recommendations for influenza/COVID-19 guidance and isolation. The recommendations suggest returning to normal activities when, for at least 24 hours symptoms are improving overall, and if a fever was present, it has been gone without the use of fever reducing medications.
Please remember that with students and teachers working in close proximity, such as
sharing supplies and equipment, germs can be easily spread. We can practice the appropriate health measures by staying home when we are sick or when we have a fever, washing our hands, using proper respiratory etiquette by covering our coughs and sneezes, and even by wearing a mask if needed. If you have any questions regarding your child’s symptoms, please feel free to reach out to the school nurse or your local doctor’s office.
Kevin Westall
Superintendent
Jackie Plott, RN
School Nurse
Jonesboro School is still looking for a classroom aide. If you are interested please drop off a letter of interest here at the school or email it to tstark@jonesboro43.com. If you have any questions contact the school office 618-833-6651 and ask to speak with Mr. Stark the Principal. Pass this along to anyone you might know who is interested.
School resumes Tuesday April 9. Enjoy the eclipse and be careful with young children watching.
April board meeting date change
Dental Safari coming In February!
First round of state
We love math!
Mrs. Eddleman's 3rd grade class participated in a math challenge through Prodigy Math. The class was in competition with other 3rd grade classes throughout the state. Each challenge lasts 13 days, and the class with the most correct answers at the end of the challenge wins. 3E came out on top during the last challenge, and is in the lead for the current challenge! Prodigy also awarded certificates to the 3 students in the who answered the most questions correctly during the challenge.
3E worked hard to earn a class reward this semester. They chose to have a Popcorn/Movie/Pajama Day for their reward.
December board meeting date change.
Congratulations to Jonesboro School on being an Exemplary School in the State of Illinois. Great job to all the staff and administration for providing great teaching and a curriculum that allows the students to excel. Congratulations to the students for working hard, paying attention, soaking up all the information provided and helping the school reach this level of excellence .
Jonesboro elementary school, Halloween parade is October 31 at 9:00 am. Doors will open for the public to enter at 8:45 am. School will dismiss at 11:30 am on October 31 for staff in-service day.
Boys state cross country race!
Boys state cross country race!
Boys state cross country race!
Walk in clinic!
The Lady Bulldogs will be playing at Pinckneyville park on Saturday at 11:00 am against Coulterville-Marissa for the 3rd place game in the state series. Good luck ladies. The Bulldog community wish you the best!
Mrs. Eddleman's 3rd grade class had fun learning about data and graphs.
Constitution Week!
Orders for Bulldog Apparel are due by September 15.
BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL PLAY AT HOME TODAY AGAINS VIENNA. GAME TIME IS 4:30.