Mrs. Hinnen and Mr. Hensley chose Cameron as our Outstanding Oiler of Self-Control. Cameron is an excellent example of self-control. He controls his body and emotions and achieves his goal in and out of the classroom. He has grown so much since August and we are so proud of Cameron!! We can't wait to see what else Cameron will achieve the remaining of the school year.
There will be no school on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Eva is the perfect choice for Outstanding Oiler of Caring says Ms. Jones . She always comes to school with a smile and is ready to take on the day. She is a great friend to everyone and is always willing to help. Eva is so caring and deserves to be this month's outstanding oiler. Way to go, Eva! I am so proud of you.
Austin is Ms. Conklin's class Outstanding Oiler of Caring. Ms. Conklin says he cares about everyone around him. He is always ready to to stop whatever he is doing to help out. Austin is always smiling and friendly. He looks out for his friends and makes sure everyone feels included and treated fair.
Mrs. Naylor and Mrs. Green are thrilled to announce Laiyah as our Outstanding Oiler of Caring for her outstanding display of kindness, empathy and respect towards others. Laiyah embodies what it means to be a caring individual. With a heart as warm as her ever-present smile, she radiates positivity and compassion wherever she goes. Her inclusivity ensures that no one ever feels left out, creating a welcoming environment for her peers. She treats everyone—classmates and teachers alike—with genuine respect, setting an inspiring example for others to follow. Thank you for always being a shining light Laiyah, we are so proud of you. Keep up the hard work.
Rosie was chosen as Mrs. Schranck's class Outstanding Oiler of Caring. Rosie comes in each morning with a smile and says hello to all of her peers. She is very observant of her friends and their feelings and will comfort them when needed. Rosie has matured so much this year and has really focused in on her learning. She has been regularly completing her homework and trying her hardest on her in class assignments. I am so proud of you, Rosie!!! Keep up the great work!
Mrs. Campbell's class would like to nominate Trinity G for our Outstanding Oiler of Caring. Our class said that Trinity deserves this award because she always shows kindness towards others. She asks how everyone is doing or if she can help in anyway. She smiles at people in the hallway and lends a helping hand when needed. She also shows that she cares about her school work. She takes her time to nice and neat work. I am so proud to have such a caring student like Trinity in my class. Keep up the great work!
Aleah the Outstanding Oiler of Caring for Ms. Baker's class. Ms. Baker says she is always caring about other students' feelings and makes everyone feel included. She never lets any classmate play or work alone. Aleah supports all of her friends with their accomplishments and helps everyone that needs help or support with something. Aleah is the first to always ask her friends how their weekends were or how she can help. She also follows all classroom and school rules and oftentimes nicely reminds others to do so. Aleah is an extremely caring and loving student, and we are so lucky to have her in our class! Go Aleah!
Clayvon is the Outstanding Oiler of Caring for Mrs. Key's class. Mrs. Keys says has a huge heart with room to spare. He is kind and loving towards everyone, always encourages others to do their best, and is the first student to check on someone else if they are upset. Clayvon very rarely has anything harsh to say about others, but instead sees the good in them. He is an excellent friend to have and always gives the best hugs.
Mrs. Booten and Mrs. McBride chose Amaya as our Outstanding Oiler of CARING! She sets a positive tone in our classroom with her smile and how she is always helping others. She cares about her friends and teachers and is always offering her support. Amaya is always the first to cheer on her friends and celebrate their achievements in the classroom and now it is her turn to celebrate. We are so proud of you Amaya and look forward to watching you grow!
East Alton School District 13 Families,
Based on the forecast of additional snow this evening into the early hours of tomorrow morning, school for tomorrow, Friday, January 10th will be an e-learning day. Click on the link below to view the EA 13 Inclement Weather E-Learning Schedules. E-Learning resources can also be found on our district website.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1V3y36gidMitNjwQr-1T3VOej037s3VTwjd-p0El39tQ/edit?usp=sharing
Please stay safe and warm!
The Oiler Market reopens today. Come see us from 2:45-4:30 at EAMS door #11.
East Alton School District 13 plans to reopen tomorrow, Thursday, January 9, 2025. However, we urge everyone to exercise caution and patience as we navigate post-weather conditions:
• Walkers and Drivers: It may take several days for sidewalks in the neighborhood to be fully cleared. Please give plenty of room to anyone walking along the side of the street.
• Traffic: Expect additional traffic during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times. Your patience is greatly appreciated.
• Bus Routes: Some bus routes may experience delays, so please plan accordingly.
Finally, we extend our gratitude to our custodial and maintenance teams for their hard work in preparing our buildings and grounds to welcome students and staff back to school safely.
East Alton District 13 Families,
After careful consideration of the current weather conditions and the impact on student safety, we will make tomorrow, Wednesday, January 8th, a remote learning day for all students.
While this does not set a precedent for closing school solely due to low temperatures, the combined factors of low temperatures, the dangers of walking to school with compacted snow, and challenges with bussing create a situation where prioritizing safety is essential. K-3 devices/packets are still being distributed today until 5:30 for those who need to pick up materials for their child.
With today being a snow day, we will need to make this day up at the end of the school year. Adjustments will be made and the change in the calendar will be communicated. The move to e-learning days will count towards student attendance days and will not need to be made up. Thank you for your understanding and support as we navigate these decisions with safety as our primary focus.
Click on the link below to access your child’s e-learning class schedule and Google Meet link to meet with teachers virtually.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1V3y36gidMitNjwQr-1T3VOej037s3VTwjd-p0El39tQ/edit?usp=sharing
Remember to check out our e-learning parent resources on the district website, easd13.org, to assist with e-learning days.
‼️IMPORTANT DEVICE/PACKET PICK-UP REMI NDER ‼️
With the potential for additional inclement weather, the transition to e-learning days may occur, therefore, we are providing a device/packet pick-up today, Tuesday, January 7th, for families of K-3rd grade students. Devices/packets can be picked up from the Eastwood gym (Door 8 ) between 12:00 PM and 5:30 PM.
Please click on the link below for additional information about device/packet pick up. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wR0sDnOCX8DTeA1virvt9ioRKitfTzOsE4av5w_3ONs/edit?usp=sharing
East Alton School District #13
January 6, 2025
Good afternoon East Alton Families,
With the current conditions, tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7, 2025, will be a traditional SNOW DAY, not an E-Learning day.
With the potential for additional inclement weather, the transition to e-learning days may occur, therefore, we are providing a device/packet pick-up time for families of K-3rd grade students. Devices/packets can be picked up from the Eastwood gym (Door 8) between 12:00 PM and 5:30 PM on Tuesday, January 7th.
Please click on the link below for important information about device/packet pick up.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wR0sDnOCX8DTeA1virvt9ioRKitfTzOsE4av5w_3ONs/edit?fbclid=IwY2xjawHpHUJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHS7ZmyjfbtjoMlhCSBK3LNaiNfvQRi42Joznf8DjLBrY1XmpKyhZ85wM9Q_aem_doQiYKtVrNYRccAsp65oEQ&tab=t.0
***Important Winter Weather Announcement for East Alton SD 13 Families***
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025 and the winter storm.
With the winter weather, we are wanting to provide some reminders as this weather impacts our area.
Monday, January 6th is a Teacher Institute Day and there is no student attendance.
Please note that all extracurricular activities scheduled for tomorrow are CANCELLED.
We will be planning on making decisions as early as we can, but will only cancel if weather conditions warrant cancellation.
We look to make this decision Monday afternoon. Please make sure to stay tuned as we announce possible school closures or changes to our schedule.
As always, please tune in to local media (radio and TV channels), School Messenger, and updates to our Facebook page.
We will be monitoring weather and road conditions closely Monday and will share updates as soon as possible.
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility.
Stay safe and stay warm!
January 🗓️
Mrs. Hinnen and Mr. Hensley chose Kay as our Outstanding Oiler of CARING!! She is a role model of caring and what we expect caring to look like in a 5th-grade student. She makes sure her things are taken care of in and out of the classroom. She has done great things now, and we hope she will continue to do great things for the rest of the year. Keep it up, Kay!
