District 301 News
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HBT Newsletters 24-25
HBT Newsletters for the 24-25 School Year Each month HBT posts a newsletter. You can return to this post to find the previous newsletters for the school year. June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 August 2024
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5th Grade
Critical Thinking In 5th Grade This week in 5th grade, students were given various assignments that focused on team building, communication, discovery, and more. One example was an activity involving a “worm” named Fred that tipped over his boat. Students had limited supplies to get Fred back in the boat.
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First Day Fun
HBT First Day Fun August 20th, we welcomed our 1st – 5th grade students to HBT for the 2025 – 2026 school year. On August 21st, we welcomed our Kindergarten students. Finally, on August 25th, we welcomed our youngest learners in Early Childhood to HBT. We are excited for a great school year!
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Friday Focus – August 22, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 📸 #DayOne301 Has Arrived!From our youngest kindergartners holding their signs to our Class of 2026 in overalls marking their last first day, the start of the 2025–26 school year was packed with excitement, smiles, cool signs and plenty of hugs. More…
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Road Resurfacing Near CT
Construction Update: Traffic Impacts Near Country Trails We want to make you aware of a road construction project that will directly affect travel in and out of Country Trails Elementary School. On behalf of the City of Elgin, Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. and their subcontractors are scheduled to begin resurfacing work in the Highland Woods…
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BOE Appoints New Co-Interim Superintendent
Kilrea joins Schumacher as Central 301 Co-Interim Superintendents following the resignation of Dr. Griff Powell During its August 18 meeting, the Central 301 Board of Education appointed Dr. Tim Kilrea as Co-Interim Superintendent. Dr. Kilrea will serve alongside Dr. Kyle Schumacher during the district’s ongoing superintendent search. Dr. Kilrea brings more than three decades of…
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301 Budget Blueprint: Part 3
💵 301 Budget Blueprint: What’s in the Operations & Maintenance Fund? In this third edition of 301 Budget Blueprint, we’re taking a closer look at the Operations & Maintenance Fund — often shortened to O&M — which plays a major role in keeping our buildings safe, clean, and functional. 🏗️ What Is the O&M Fund?…
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In The Loop – August 2025
✨A new school year is here — and the energy on #DayOne301 was contagious! 🚀 From the senior tradition of overalls at CHS to the 108th first day at the iconic Lily Lake, our classrooms and hallways were full of excitement and fresh starts. Did you take your #DayOne301 photo yet? Our community joined in…
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Supply Drop Off
HBT Welcomes Students & Families Back After Summer Break HBT Staff welcomed back students and their families on August 19th so they can meet their teacher, drop off their school supplies, and walk the building in preparation for the first day back in school on August 20th. It was great to see so many familiar…
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Popsicles with the Principals
Popsicles with the Principals On the evening of August 13th, HBT Kindergarten students were invited to come to school and explore! They got to play on the playground, visit the cafeteria, take photos, find a Kindergarten classroom, etc. As a result, some Kindergarten parents were able to connect. Our Kindergarten community is already growing! We…
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New Staff #7
The Twister Family Is Growing This year we are welcoming new staff members due to growth, student needs, and retirements. Each week I will be spotlighting one of the staff members! Please help me welcome Mr. Watson who will be a 4th grade teacher this year at HBT!
