Lebanon Elementary

All LCUSD#9 families should check their email or the district website for the May Update.

School District Lebanon CUSD #9 Board Member Vacancy Lebanon CUSD #9 is accepting applications to fill a vacancy resulting from a resignation. The term will be from the date of appointment through April 2029 elections. At LCUSD #9, we believe that education should take place in a fully inclusive environment with equal opportunities for all students and promote high expectations and academic success. This success will be accomplished by the dedicated staff which provides 21st Century skills through academics, social and emotional learning, and physical and multicultural skills. Applicants for the School Board vacancy must be, on the date of election or appointment: + a United States Citizen + at least 18 years of age + a registered voter + a resident of Illinois and the District for at least one year immediately preceding the election. For at least one year immediately preceding the appointment, a School Board Member must: + Be a registered voter. + Not be a child sex offender. + Not hold another incompatible public office. + Not have a prohibited interest in any contract with the District. + Not hold certain types of prohibited State or federal employment. Applicants should show familiarity with the Board's policies regarding general duties and responsibilities of a School Board and a School Board member, including fiduciary responsibilities, conflict of interest, ethics and gift ban. The Board's policies are available on the District website > Documents/Forms > Board of Education > Board Policies. Resumes may be submitted to Dr. Allison Gaubatz at agaubatz@lcusd9.org beginning April 29 thru May 16, 2025.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 25-26 SY Posted: 4-25-25 If you are interested, please send cover letter and resume' to Dr. Matt Noyes at lhardy@lcusd9.org. Position will remain open until filled. SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate Illinois Licensure Superior work habits and ethics Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work well with administration, faculty, students and parents Ability to perform duties as outlined ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES A. INSTRUCTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS Acts as a case load manager for IEP Participates in IEP meetings as requested Prepares to share student progress, as well as recommend program goals and objectives. Implement and oversee the management of and compliance with students’ IEPs Modifies the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies. Communicates expectations for high levels of learning by students. Regularly assess students’ knowledge and skills. Specifies lesson purposes and learning objectives and tailors to students’ IEPs Provides learning tasks of appropriate difficulty level for the students. Relates new content to previously presented material and to students’ prior knowledge. Teaches clearly, audibly, precisely and fluently while keeping to the topic. Instructs with a variety of methods: lecture, modeling, demonstrating, experimenting, role playing, eliciting. Teaches accurate principles, concepts, rationale, and applications as well as specific content. Provides students with immediate feedback on their learning, performance, and progress. Requires students to recall, explain, compare, contrast and evaluate information. Provides students with immediate and appropriate feedback on their learning, performance and progress. Re-teaches as necessary. Summarizes the main points of the lesson, brings closure, and explains what will be taught next. Encourages student input for improvement of instruction. B. ORGANIZATIONAL AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS Establishes procedures for routine classroom management matters, communicates those procedures to students, and elicits feedback from students regarding their understanding of those procedures. Employs special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development. of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory Prepares and completes lesson plans at least the week prior to delivering the instruction and ensures substitute folders are current and include, at a minimum, lesson plans, seating charts, classroom rules/procedures and other information the Building Principal requires. Distributes materials and supplies necessary for an instructional lesson in a timely manner. Teaches socially acceptable behavior. Starts students on tasks quickly and assures efficient transitions between activities. Maintains a high level of time-on-task for all students. Monitors student behavior continuously, encouraging appropriate behavior and addresses inappropriate behavior. Perform tort risk management duties as set forth in the District’s Risk Management Plan, including identifying and implementing techniques to reduce liability exposure and to monitor the effectiveness of the implemented techniques while overseeing the District’s compliance with special education issues, and other tort duties that may be assigned C. PERSONAL QUALITIES Interacts with students in a mutually respectful manner. Expresses verbal enthusiasm for the lesson and student participation. Praises students for learning accomplishments, on-task behaviors and appropriate conduct. Gives all students opportunities to ask questions, contribute, and otherwise participate in class activities D. PROFESSIONAL DEMEANOR Teaches the approved curriculum of the district. Maintains punctuality and regular attendance. Completes reports and records accurately and promptly. Maintains appropriate communications with colleagues for planning and teaching. Maintains accurate and helpful communication with students and parents. Takes steps toward self-improvement. Carries out other duties as assigned by supervisors ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical requirements will be governed under the Americans With Disabilities Act. Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 20 pounds on a regular basis. Must be able to speak, hear, see, and write. Tasks require extensive use of hands including repetitive gripping, grasping, lifting and manipulation of equipment necessary to perform duties. Terms of Employment: Salary and benefits as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated according to the provisions of the State of Illinois and the Board of Education policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. An evaluation rubric will be used.

Dear Greyhound Family, We’re excited to announce the upcoming launch of a special project to enhance the area surrounding our greenhouse! Bryan Reising is leading this initiative to transform the space into a beautiful, welcoming environment for our community. Please refer to the attached document for an overview of the project. The layout includes sections labeled A through L, each representing a designated area around the greenhouse. These spaces will feature flower gardens, benches, trees, a pavilion with picnic tables, and plant beds. Each designated area will include a commemorative plaque acknowledging the individual or group behind the donation, or honoring the memory of a loved one. Pricing details for each space are included in the attachment. If you're interested in sponsoring a section, please contact the district office within the next two weeks at 618-537-4611 or email Lisa Hardy at lhardy@lcusd9.org. Smaller contributions are also welcomed and will be used toward additional plantings not specifically marked on the diagram. Bryan is collaborating with Market Basket in Shiloh to source all plantings for the project. We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to bringing this beautiful vision to life together!

The Lebanon Education Foundation would like to recognize the outstanding employees of the district. We are asking our employees, students, and parents to nominate an Outstanding Employee. All employees are eligible for recognition so please consider: teachers, coaches, maintenance personnel, cooks, administrators, bus drivers, classroom aids, office workers, etc. The deadline is Thursday, MAY 1, 2025. The LEF selection committee will review all nominations. --Andy Berberich, President LEF Here's the link: https://bit.ly/3Gncmjv

JOB POSTING -PARAPROFESSIONALS Lebanon CUSD #9 is looking for paraprofessionals! Please read the following description and if you feel like that is something you would be interested in being a part of, please send a cover letter with resume' to Dr. Matt Noyes at lhardy@lcusd9.org. Position will remain open until filled. 7 hours a day and $15/hr. If you have questions, please feel free to give us a call at 618-537-4611. What is a Paraprofessional? A paraprofessional is a specially trained and certified educational worker who helps teachers and students in the classroom. They provide instructional support to teachers and students, helping them understand and learn different subjects like math, science, English, and social studies. Paraprofessionals are a valuable part of the education process. They help to ensure that instruction is efficient and effective by providing support in several ways. Their main responsibilities involve assisting with instruction, providing support during testing, working with students with special needs, managing classrooms, and generally bringing positive energy into the learning environment. Paraprofessionals may also help with other tasks such as grading papers, preparing materials for lessons, supervising students during lunch or recess, or providing guidance to students who need extra help. They are an important part of the school’s staff and play an essential role in helping create a safe learning environment for all students.

All LCUSD#9 Families should check their email or the district website for the April Update.

Here is the link for the LES Newsletter for April 7 thru April 11, 2025. https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1050/Lebanon/5514432/Newsletter_April_7th-11th.pdf

Lebanon CUSD #9 is proud to partner with Scott Air Force Base and serve the educational needs of our military families. April is recognized as the 💜 Month of the Military Child,💜 highlighting the significant role military children play within the armed forces community. Sponsored by the Department of Defense Military Community and Family Policy, this month is dedicated to celebrating military families and their children for their resilience, sacrifices, and the challenges they navigate. Learn more about this important observance: https://www.dodea.edu/month-military-child#:~:text=April%20is%20designated%20as%20the,in%20the%20armed%20forces%20community

Our school will be closed from April 17 to April 21. Classes will resume on April 22. Happy Easter!

LEBANON ELEMENTARY PTO IS HOSTING A DINE TO DONATE AT MEXICO TIPICO ON TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025 - HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

🚀 Camp Invention: Discover is Coming to Lebanon Elementary! 🌟 Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure where creativity, innovation, and hands-on STEM fun come to life! IMSA - Lebanon Elementary is hosting Camp Invention: Discover, an all-new experience designed to inspire young innovators. Use the Code NEWCAMP40 to save $40 if you register by 4/30/25. 📍 Location: 408 Mary Jane St, Lebanon, IL 62254 📅 Dates: July 21 - July 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM 💰 Price: $275 (Payment plans available!) ✔️ Who Can Join? 🔹 Students entering grades 1-6 🔹 Leaders-in-Training spots available for grades 7-9 🎨 What Will Your Camper Experience? 🔧 Innovation: Build a working claw machine and explore hands-on physics! 🎭 Creativity: Experiment with optical illusions and special effects! 🚗 Problem Solving: Design a road trip adventure with tech-powered gadgets! 🐧 Persistence: Engineer eco-friendly solutions inspired by penguins in Antarctica! 📢 Spots are limited—Register today! 👉 Sign Up Here: https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/il14/23302 Give your child the ultimate summer of imagination, discovery, and fun! 🌟 #CampInvention #STEM #YoungInnovators #LebanonElementary

LEBANON CUSD #9 is hiring for a temporary sub nurse position to fill a maternity leave. The dates will be April 14-May 27, 2025. LPN or RN(preferred) Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please send cover letter with resume' to Dr. Matt Noyes at lhardy@lcusd9.org by April 4, 2025.

Here is the link for the LES March 24-28 Newsletter! https://drive.google.com/file/d/16A43yQqSXGcvGsvUFNFH0paX9KjrYf-m/view?usp=sharing

The Lebanon Athletic Boosters are hosting their Annual Mouse Races on Mar 29th. This event has helped the boosters to award scholarships and pay for much needed athletic equipment. They are looking for silent auction items and booze raffle donations for this event. If you would like to donate please text Tiffany Suydam @ 618-304-0145. Want to attend the event? To reserve a spot text Tiffany or Erin (618-520-7730)

Orientation will be rescheduled for March 25th. Current 5th grade student orientation will begin at 6 pm in the Commons. Current 8th grade student orientation will begin at 7 pm in the Commons. We look forward to seeing you all.

Come out and support our 'Hounds! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-UVyeeU8xtRx17zu5vbjpNIx5Nrm1fLMz9SMooJKXOs/edit?usp=sharing

Gaelic Orgins Irish Dance Studio from O’Fallon came to LES to share their dancing skills and to get our students excited about St. Patrick’s Day. Their studio welcomes new dancers of all ages.

Our second-graders are diving into PowerUp, led Rachel Bracker from CyberUp. This program helps students think critically about their online presence while sparking curiosity about cybersecurity as a future career.