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11.15.24 Badger News

Builta School, "We're So Happy You're Here"

11.15.24 Badger NewsBuilta School, "We're So Happy You're Here"

Native American History Month-November

PTA Kindness Challenge Fundraiser: November 1 - November 22

Pictures from this Week

Meals on Wheels Ornaments

Veterans Honor Wall

Meals on Wheels Ornaments

What's Happening at Builta

We had another great week.

  • This year is Builta's 25th anniversary and every month we have an all school celebration activity to recognize that fact. This month's anniversary activity occurred today. We decorated snowflake ornaments for seniors receiving Meals on Wheels during the months of November and December. We gathered all students together in the gym to work on this important project. The students did a great job being creative in their decorating. Thank you to the PTA for purchasing the ornaments for the students to use.
  • Fifth grade participated in the NAMI Jump into Mental Health program that taught the definition of mental health and spoke to 5th grade students about managing their emotions as well as coping mechanisms and strategies to use when they are feeling sad, anxious, or frustrated.
  • We recognized Builta's family Veterans on our Veterans' Honor Wall. Thank you to our families for sharing their special Veterans with us at school.


Please make sure to sign up for Parent Teacher Conferences. The window to sign up for conferences closes on November 19 at 6:00 pm.

To schedule your conference:

  • Log in to ParentVUE and select "Conference" from the menu on the left side to see the times available.
  • Once you have scheduled your conference, you can click "Email Schedule" to have the details emailed to you.
  • You can also go back to ParentVUE at any time to view the information.


Next week at Builta:

  • 11.18: 3rd grade has a presentation from the fire department.
  • 11.19: Group pictures will be taken of chorus, robotics, rock painting, book club and multicultural club students.
  • 11.20: We will celebrate and recognize Education Support Professionals' Day for our assistants, dedicated building subs and clerical staff members.
  • 11.20: Middle School will hold a Virtual Music Info Night for 5th Grade Parents @6:00 pm.
  • 11.21: 2nd Grade will have an in school field trip with Cosley Zoo.
  • 11.21: Evening conferences will be held on Thursday evening from 4:30-8:00.
  • 11.22: Friday is the last day of the PTA Kindness Challenge Fundraiser.

Attendance Reminders

When contacting teachers about absences, late arrivals or early dismissals please also remember to email colleen_hamilton@ipsd.org (health office assistant) .


All absences and later arrivals should be entered into ParentVUE or a message can be left on the attendance line. 630-226-4400 press 3

Snack Time

Each grade level has a designated snack time. If you would like your child to have a snack, please remember to send it to school with your child.


Please note that we are not able to provide snacks for students who may have forgotten their snack at home.

No School Dates in November

  • 11.25: Parent Teacher Conferences (8:00 am - 3:00 pm and 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm)-No School
  • 11.26-11.29: Thanksgiving Break- No School

Important School Reminders

Lunch Cart Drop Off Times and Procedures

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am

  • Lunches will not be accepted after the cart has been brought into the building.

  • If a student doesn’t have lunch by their lunch period, we will tell students to get a school lunch from Organic Life.

  • Please note that regardless of the temperature or weather, lunch drop off will remain outdoors.

We are grateful to our Builta families for supporting and following this new lunch procedure and plan.

Forgotten Items Are Not Accepted for Drop-Off

If your child forgets something (water bottle, homework, chromebook, etc.) at home or in the car, please do not bring it to school.


Forgotten items are not accepted for drop-off.



Teachers will make sure that students have the materials that they need to make it through the day.

Cooler Weather and Outdoor Recess

Fall is here along with cooler weather. Please make sure that your children are dressed appropriately for the weather and have their coats, hats, and gloves with them at school. Students go outside for a 30 minute recess everyday.



In IPSD 204, outdoor recess is held when the temperature is 5 Degrees and Above (including the wind chill).

In 2014, the Indian Prairie Educational Foundation (IPEF) teamed up with District 204 to recognize the positive impact of educators. Every month, one staff member will be recognized and celebrated as an A+ Award winner.


You can watch previous surprise award presentations at A+ Award videos. A complete list of previous winners is online at A+ Award recipients.


Click here to submit a nomination for a staff member who goes above and beyond to make a difference for our students.


A+ Award Nomination Criteria

  • We welcome nominations from parents, alumni and community members, and strongly encourage students to submit nominations as well. A+ Award Nominations must include an essay (of 50-500 words) describing how this staff member has positively impacted students. District 204 staff members are not eligible to submit nominations.
  • Nominations are rolling. All nominations submitted will be kept for consideration until the end of the current school year.
  • Nominees must be currently employed by District 204.
  • Nominations will be shared with those you nominate.
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