Serena High School

Good Morning The home soccer game for tonight September 1st has been cancelled. This game will be rescheduled and details will be provided as they become available. As always please let us know if you have any questions.

Attached are volleyball schedules for August and September

Attached is the latest soccer schedule

Good Afternoon, Please see attached. NOTICE OF STAFF VACANCY DATE OF POSTING: August 5, 2021 POSITION: Special Education Non-CDL Route Driver This position is for an anticipated Out of District Route Driver, morning and afternoon. HOURS: Student Attendance Days (hours vary) QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED: • Must possess a valid driver license for a least 3 consecutive years with exceptional driving record. Knowledge of or ability to learn safety. • Prefer candidates to furnish their own automobile. • No experience required, Training provided to obtain all required licensing. All required training provided at no cost to you. • 21 years of age (or older) with high school diploma or equivalent • Skills necessary to communicate effectively and follow determined schedule in timely manner. • Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug, background and TB testing. SALARY: $16.37/hour plus IRS mileage reimbursement (current 2021 rate .56 cents) per mile if candidate furnishes their own automobile, which will need to be safety inspected yearly and proper liability insurance maintained. Said inspection will be fully reimbursed. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Janice Jones at jjones@unit2.net or 815-792-5105 for an application and to schedule an interview. AUTHORIZED BY: Lisa Gifford, Superintendent _______________________________________________________________________ NOTICE OF STAFF VACANCY DATE OF POSTING: August 5, 2021 POSITION: Substitute School Bus Route Driver This position is for a Substitute Route CDL Driver as needed. Training provided. HOURS: Student Attendance Days either mornings or afternoons as needed. QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED: • 21 years of age (or older) with a high school diploma or equivalent. • No experience required, CDL training provided to obtain all required licensing. All required training provided at no cost to you. • Must possess a valid license for at least 3 consecutive years with an exceptional driving record. • Must provide a copy of your Illinois certified driving record upon request. • Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug, background and TB testing. • Skills necessary to operate a school bus safely, communicate effectively, follow determined schedule in a timely manner, handle emergency situations, evacuations and administer first aid if necessary. SALARY: Daily rate to be determined by the Board of Education HOW TO APPLY: Contact Janice Jones/Transportation Director jjones@unit2.net or 815-792-5105 AUTHORIZED BY: Lisa Gifford, Superintendent

Good Morning! If you are the parent of an incoming Freshman please check your email. An important notification about "Unpack the Backpack" was just sent. Please let us know if you have any questions. bthomas@unit2.net 815-496-2361

Good afternoon Serena families, The 21-22 school year is approaching, and we are looking forward to having everyone back in school. Tomorrow, August 3rd, is registration for new students and returning students, who still need to complete the paperwork. We will be out front of the middle school doors from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. A couple reminders, Proof of residency is now needed for EVERY school year (1. tax bill/mortgage bill/lease/renter agreement 2. bill showing current address/insurance papers/voters registration 3. drivers license/state ID) incoming freshman need to have proof of dental and a physical BY October 15th incoming seniors need to have proof of meningitis vaccine BY October 15th fees can be paid online, please visit the school website ( https://www.unit2.net/ ), click menu, click parents, then scroll to the bottom of the page and click Illinois E-pay.

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Sharing this again...just a reminder that the first Townhall meetings will be held today. Join us at one of the four different Townhall meetings that will be held between 7/26/2021-8/2/2021 to capture community input on our Return to Learn plan. These meetings will be a round table discussion where anyone can come and ask questions and seek clarification about the progress on our return to learn plan. The meetings will be held in the MS cafeteria and via Zoom. Townhall meeting dates are: 7/27: 4-5 p.m. 7/27: 5:30-6:30 p.m. 7/29: 1-2 p.m. 8/2: 6-7 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/96123599617?pwd=RVNkMkkxQk9IT0lVZG81ZUppbkUzUT09 Meeting ID: 961 2359 9617 Passcode: E80ZCs If unable to attend, please send any questions to lgifford@unit2.net and they will be answered during the meeting.

Attached is a link for a virtual art show displaying art work created by Mrs. Sesto's students. Please take a look when you have a minute....so much great talent!! https://sites.google.com/unit2.net/2020-21shsartshow/home

Cheerleading tryouts pushed back, please see below

Serena CUSD #2 high school cafeteria is looking for a part time/full time employee. Duties would include serving food, working on computer, putting away orders, cleaning, ect. Must be energetic, enjoy working with students, be able to lift approx 20 lbs, standing for long periods of time, And must be willing to obtain or already have your food service sanitation license. Hours would be 10-2 Monday -Friday no holidays, or weekends and off in the summer. Perfect job for a parent with students. Please apply at the Serena high school office, 100 Quincy St., Serena for more information you can pm me or call 815-792-5410 ask for Debbie

Hope everyone is have a great summer!! Attached is information for a Covid-19 vaccination clinic sponsored by the LaSalle County Health Department and hosted at Ottawa High School if you are interested. Any question please let us know!

Anticipated position availability

Good Afternoon We are just a little over 24 hours away from graduation!! Can’t believe it’s here. Just a couple reminders for tomorrow’s graduation. Doors will open at 4:30 for seating. We will have staff and students at the front doors to help seat your party. Accessible seating has been sectioned off. When you come through the doors your party will be assigned a specific “pod” number. Once inside the gym all pods are clearly labeled. Please be seated. Once graduation is complete the new graduates will exit the gym from the north gym exit and form a reception line outside. Please follow the graduates out and start the celebrations!!! Remember, all guests will need to wear a mask. If you are not feeling well please stay home.

DIRECTIONS FOR GRADUATES PRE-CEREMONY 1. Arrive at school by 4:00. Report to the gymnasium. DON’T FORGET TASSEL!!!! 2. At 4:10, each senior will sit in their respective seats to guarantee proper order and seating arrangements and cords will be passed out. 3. At 4:15 you will be lined up for your class picture. The photographer will arrange you for the picture. 4. After pictures, proceed to the Band Room. 5. Line up as practiced at your assigned door for the processional by 4:50pm PRESENTATION OF COLORS 4:58 PROCESSIONAL 1. Line up as practiced. Make sure the tassel on your mortarboard is on the left side. 2. First and second people in line go to designated spot and stop. The Processional will start after the presentation of the colors. 3. Proceed down the aisle, walk slowly, and fill in the first row. Leave the last seat in the first row for the marshals. 4. When your row is filled, please remain standing. Remain standing until after the Pledge of Allegiance. THE CEREMONY 1. Pledge of Allegiance – Vice President 2. Choral Performance 3. Welcome Address 4. Individual and Group Awards 4. Salutatorian 5. Valedictorian 6. Awarding of Diplomas 7. Closing Remarks 9. Recessional 10. Reception line outside of gymnasium building AWARDING OF DIPLOMAS 1. First row of seniors stand when directed by Mrs. Pippenger. Proceed up the right stairs as Ms. Pippenger calls your name. Second row stands when the last student is about to go up on stage. The third row follows suit. 2. Come up and receive the diploma in your left hand and shake the Board Members hand with your right. 3. Mr. Thomas will give final directions. 4. Mr. Thomas will direct graduates to move tassel. The class will turn their tassel to the right (signifying graduation). 5. The recessional will play and the class VP will lead graduates out the north gym doors to form a reception line. CONGRATULATIONS!!

Good Morning! It has been brought to my attention that our FB Live awards ceremony has not published onto FB. We are working this issue and hope to be able to share the ceremony at a later time. I'm very sorry for the inconvenience!!

Congratulations to our Seniors!! Enjoying their Senior trip today at Great America!!

Because of continued weather issues tonights home baseball game and the track meet at Indian Creek have been cancelled.

The Serena High School volleyball team recently held its award ceremony for this past school year. The following athletes were recognized for their outstanding performances. MVP - Katie Baker, Paige Sexton Captain - Libby Farrell Serving Award - Taylor Staton Defensive Player Of The Year - Kallie Kantlin Most Improved - Kailyn Kitzman Sportsmanship - Emma Holdiman Desire & Dedication - Peri Arneson

The Serena High School soccer team recently held its award ceremony for this past school year. The following athletes were recognized for their outstanding performances. MVP - Conner Holdiman Captains - Brody Faivre, Conner Holdiman, Ivan Stafford Leading Scorer - Tanner Faivre Assist Leader - Conner Holdiman Defensive Players Of The Year - Hunter Muffler, Cooper Langston Most Improved - Mason McNelis Sportsmanship - Bradley Armour Desire & Dedication - Conner Holdiman Rookies Of The Year - Richie Armour & Tanner Faivre Husker Ironman Award (must play in 95% of all minutes during the season) - Conner Holdiman, Tanner Faivre, Richie Armour, Ben Shugrue, Bradley Armour, Ivan Stafford All Conference Little Ten - Conner Holdiman All Area Team - Conner Holdiman