
SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.22.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llvfXYu-TPo
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.21.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZfXZmWiR6Q
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.20.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RD_bt_CN_s
#TheSAGSway

Calling all Parents, Grandparents, Caregivers, & Community Members
Project SUN's January Parent Café, "Responding to Bullying & Cyberbullying" will be held via webinar this Thursday, January 21, 5:30-7:00 PM.
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8251774705469854223

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.19.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1eMAbTmxIQ
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.15.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqls0aKugxY
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.14.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLGZxNDUIdM
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.13.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1T8fISSMchc
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.12.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPcf61A6xak
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.11.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9i1D3SvImAQ
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.8.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh40UQxMIkw
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.7.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oOJxQNQEGc
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.6.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zT7RQ3N3fp8
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 1.5.2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyAQLPdfrsM
#TheSAGSway

SEESAW & GOOGLE CLASSROOM VIRTUAL TRAINING
Still Time to Register:
https://www.sags256.org/article/364464?org=sagsd

SAGS Jingle Bell Dance 2020!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRWIwd9hqLE

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.18.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI1HlEr9ZJk
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Christmas Attire Spirit Day... Tomorrow we continue with Pajama Day!! Spread some Holiday Spirit and Joy!! Send pictures to Mr. Froehner- froehnerj@apps.sags256.org

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.17.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReEXP_A004k
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Ribbons and/or Bows Spirit Day... Tomorrow we continue with Christmas Attire!! Spread some Holiday Spirit and Joy!! Send pictures to Mr. Froehner- froehnerj@apps.sags256.org

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.16.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifPMoHj8Whc
#TheSAGSway

SAGS GREEN & RED Spirit Day... Tomorrow we continue with Ribbon and/or Bow Day!! Spread some Holiday Spirit and Joy!! Send pictures to Mr. Froehner- froehnerj@apps.sags256.org

Mrs. Phelps is Retiring!! Let's give her a grand SAGS farewell!!!
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78504647014?pwd=Z3drNlZoN1ZrZVlGU3ppVkdiK2VPdz09
Details in the Flyer⇊⇊

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.15.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2tXvkmIm00
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Ugly Sweater Spirit... Tomorrow we continue with Green and Red Day!! Spread some Holiday Spirit and Joy!! Send pictures to Mr. Froehner- froehnerj@apps.sags256.org

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.14.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUbz6LJ2m1g
#TheSAGSway

Quick Reminder: Tomorrow Kicks off SAGS' Virtual Christmas Spirit Week with Ugly Sweater Day! And do not forget the Student Council Can Drive as well! Send Pictures to Mr. Froehner: froehnerj@apps.sag256.org

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.11.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8mv_ZXHywQ
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.9.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULzih86dKQI
#TheSAGSway

Tonights the Night!!!
Family Literacy Night 2020: Home Edition
https://sites.google.com/apps.sags256.org/family-literacy-night-2020/home?scrlybrkr
Join us for a night of fun and reading!!

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.8.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnKr-NiqEWA
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.7.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyvwhibhlmY
#TheSAGSway
PS- Do Not Forget About FLN Tomorrow Evening⬇⬇⬇

"GIANT NATION", Today is the last day to order your Spirit Wear and show your "St. Anne Pride"
Do Not Miss Out!!
https://stores.inksoft.com/st_anne_giants/shop/home

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.4.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsvBQklO0eE
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.3.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94IDJ3Y8yf0
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.2.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phmkhsFr-Zk
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 12.1.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gL_kL1eZ7wc
#TheSAGSway

Only 5 Days left!! Makes a great Christmas present!!
GIANT Nation show your St. Anne PRIDE with new spirit wear.
https://stores.inksoft.com/st_...
Store closes on December 4th... Do not miss out!!
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.30.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3RkRMbGE3U
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.24.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwWsc5_vonU
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.23.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKFIZh8qjUA
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.20.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTWA15jXcQI
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.19.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKEbdhmUkt8
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.18.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MinGHytNr0
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.17.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3yk7BpaiYY
#TheSAGSway

GIANT Nation show your St. Anne PRIDE with some new spirit wear!!
https://stores.inksoft.com/st_anne_giants/shop/home
Store Closes on December 4th. Do not miss out.
#TheSAGSway

Calling all SAGS Families!! The yearbook staff is looking for designs for the front cover of this year’s yearbook!!
Yearbook Cover Template: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13w6FSewbg29exKGcqe7ztQ5ahG7j1e-uYQ_O1xIULJI/edit?usp=sharing
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.16.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHfrHBPbYQw
Remote Learning Daily Attendance (Required)
SAGS Website or SAGS #256 APP
#TheSAGSway

Any SAGS family who is interested in meals for either delivery or pickup during remote instruction please visit the link provided to fill out our survey. Meal distribution will begin on Monday November 16, 2020.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMeSE2c3VbBt2fm4CgJvxcS1dqNu2xPCdSM8-2txcUa3tzNw/viewform?usp=sf_link

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.12.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcCO8LNxZSg
#TheSAGSway

SAGS has GIANT pride for Veterans. Thank you for your service.
Student projects can be seen all over the St. Anne Community along with many being delivered to Manteno Veterans Home.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov20ays1Toc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NR_7Z9UcPOQ

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.10.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwN9qgzk0uY
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.9.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuA4kQld98s
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.6.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pNEHAlM1U8
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcement: 11.5.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca4wSpQ1U9A
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.4.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2mzlpIkO0E
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 11.2.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnPEkXyJFoA
#TheSAGSway

Happy Halloween from SAGS: 2020 Halloween Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OO0foSNFAxs
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SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.30.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Yb2wvSCFCA
#TheSAGSway

10.29.2020 Morning Announcements: 10.29.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ion3I5pqDTc
#TheSAGSway

Curious about what it takes to be a substitute teacher. Follow this link for information from the Illinois State Board of Education on how to make a difference in the lives of Illinois Students. St. Anne Grade School pays $100.00 to qualified substitute teachers.
https://www.isbe.net/Documents/how-become-sub-teacher.pdf

As the leaves begin to change colors and fall, SAGS wants to send an extra special thank you to Kankakee Nursery Co. for their generous donation of 3 beautiful new trees. SAGS is beyond excited to see the trees grow and provide shade for students on the playgrounds. A special thank you as well to Mr. Pomaranski and Mr. Dan for planting them.

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.27.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ot-8xKKGhw
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SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.23.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTIGTTvWyt8
#TheSAGSway

We are loving our new app! Access sports
scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even
emergency notifications, right from your pocket.
Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/3fRce9v
or iPhone: https://apple.co/2N9kHse.

You'll find fantastic new books at the SAGS book fair.
Shop online now through Monday 10/25. SAGS Book Fair https://www.scholastic.com/bf/stanneelemschool

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.21.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7vCIAaIxsw
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.20.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q7J0yGKph4
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.19.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EHGh7-0YGQ
#TheSAGSway

The SAGS Book Fair is happening now ONLINE!
Although a traditional in-person book fair isn't available, you can take advantage of some great deals on books. The Fair is going on NOW through October 25th. There are over 6,000 books to choose from online. Please visit https://www.scholastic.com/bf/stanneelemschool to place your order. FREE SHIPPING directly to your door when you purchase $25 or more IN BOOKS.
"Reading gives us some place to go when we have to stay where we are." ~Mason Cooley

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.15.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nz_YSmHsVE8
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.14.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRdiYgMQtxg
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.13.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=en1vmdgEIQM
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Book Fair is coming soon!
STARTING MONDAY, October 12th, you may shop the book fair ONLINE!!! The shopping link will be activated Monday. Please visit: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/stanneelemschool
All orders will ship directly to your home. Order $25 or more in BOOKS and receive FREE SHIPPING. Over 6,000 books to choose from online. HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.7.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNdM2sU9Nq0
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.6.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhZe8ABRK5E
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.5.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7pI779FfbE
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.2.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnJ47bDlUEg
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 10.1.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bk7fyuod2dc
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.29.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcAKvfTW4z0
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.28.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jegRXFMhg4M
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.25.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cu1ts_rR59c
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.24.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPXlT4G4V8E
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.23.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Nl05TVhHOc
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.22.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_81zvW7wKf0
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.18.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_XTH4ejJFg
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.17.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k89Wm1QZQgw
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.16.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI7CK3qiGjY
#TheSAGSway

Last night was 8th Grade Night for the Girls Softball Team and the Boys Baseball Team. These six girls and three boys have worked extremely hard all season long and were honored for their dedication and effort. Great Job to all!!
The Giants Baseball & Softball team will now head into IESA Regional play next week.

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.15.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgvIVGdZhdQ
#TheSAGSway

Give me a G- G. Give me an I- I. Give me an A- A. Give me a N- N. Give me a T- T. Give me a S- S. Whats that Spell? GIANTS!!!
SAGS is beyond excited for our new bleachers. We can not wait to be able to fill them with all our students, families, and community!! Thank you to the Board of Education for your support and vision on this project.
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.14.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyQ5dYNKhE
#TheSAGSway

September 11, 2020
As we begin to transition back to our blended in-person model of learning on Monday, September 14, 2020, we will continue to offer meal service to those students who have opted to remain in Remote Learning. If you are interested in receiving meals for your student(s), please fill out this form ONCE. We will keep you on the list to receive weekly meals until you notify us to discontinue meal service. Note: One form will cover all students in the household.
As mentioned last week, all meals are free due to the recent USDA decision to extend free meals through December 2020. Students opting to continue with remote learning will be offered a daily pick up option or a one time per week delivery option. If you choose the one time per week delivery option, your student(s) will receive 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches every Monday afternoon. Delivery will begin on Monday afternoon September 14, 2020.
Pick up time for meals at SAGS are as follows: Breakfast - 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and Lunch - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pick up will be at the main entrance door!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMeSE2c3VbBt2fm4CgJvxcS1dqNu2xPCdSM8-2txcUa3tzNw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Picture Day is Coming- September 17th & 18th!!
Pictures will be taken during the school day- 8:30 am - 12:30 pm. Students with the last names beginning A-L will be on Thursday and M-Z on Friday. Preschool will take theirs on Friday. If your child is a remote learner, they can come in anytime between 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm either day. All students will need their pictures taken for the yearbook. Forms will be sent home next week. You may order pictures online- mylifetouch.com with the event code EVTHRZVDT. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Kelly!

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.11.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYUcRV447AA
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SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.10.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbnoltGqSWI
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.9.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3QPK54pCWU
#TheSAGSway

Attention PARENTS of Kindergarten, 2nd, and 6th Graders:
Time is flying by and we just want to remind you that Physicals and updated shot records need to be completed and turned in to the Front Office by or before Oct. 15th, 2020. This is mandated by the State.
Kindergarteners are required to have a Physical, up to date shots, Dental and Eye exams.
2nd Graders are required to have Dental Exams.
6th Graders are required to have a School Physical (Sports physical are NOT be acceptable), a Tdap and a Meningococcal vaccine, and a Dental exam.
If you have any questions you can call the Office.

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.8.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcPzDlOn1Tk
#TheSAGSway

We have great news! The USDA recently announced that they have extended the free meals program. All enrolled K-12 students will receive free meals through the end of December or until Federal funds are depleted. Extra items are not included. Student accounts will be automatically adjusted from meals already charged and will not be charged the rest of the semester. No calls are necessary. Every student is automatically enrolled. During remote learning, St. Anne Schools will continue to offer meals for pick-up or delivery. That includes the upcoming remote learning week of September 8 – September 11. If you would like to receive meals either by pick-up or delivery, please go onto the following form to fill it out:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMeSE2c3VbBt2fm4CgJvxcS1dqNu2xPCdSM8-2txcUa3tzNw/viewform?usp=sf_link

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.3.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XCun-qfkVs
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.2.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hH0_fa9JJJQ
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 9.1.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikPxjDT6ZN8
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SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.31.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMtAxlshxVI
#TheSAGSway

Happy Friday Giant Nation!
Just a friendly reminder, breakfast and lunch options are available daily at SAGS or for delivery. Please fill out the Breakfast/Lunch Count form and submit it weekly by Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m.
https://docs.google.com/forms/...

SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.28.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbF6d2zNFTw
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.27.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vO7-IA75oSQ
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.26.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAA-2_FbaAA
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.25.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Lr5kFTBJaQ
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Technical Support
Having Tech Issues/Problems?? Contact Mr. Fruendt @ 815-427-8153 option # 8 for the Tech Department. Mr. Fruendt will help you over the phone or set up a time for you to bring the device in. Please have patience as Mr. Fruendt is working extremely hard to keep both SAGS and SACHS Tech Departments functioning at a high level.

SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.24.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1A89H87wi9k
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.21.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSNVvWVaRNc
#TheSAGSway

Updated with correct date:
During remote learning, St. Anne Grade School will still be offering Breakfast and Lunch options for our students. If you would like to order a breakfast/lunch for either pick up or delivery please fill out this google form. We do ask that you, for planning purposes, fill this form out one time for the week. Also, one form may be used for each St. Anne Grade School Family. A new form must be submitted no later then Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. for delivery the next day. Breakfast cost: $1.25 per day, .30 Reduced. Lunch cost: $2.65 per day/ .40 reduced. Some students may also qualify for free breakfast and lunch and will not be charged. Lunch Delivery will begin on Monday August 24, 2020 and will contain that days lunch and the following days breakfast. The following time schedule will be followed for pick up of meals at SAGS: Breakfast - 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and Lunch - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pick up will be at main entrance of the building!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMeSE2c3VbBt2fm4CgJvxcS1dqNu2xPCdSM8-2txcUa3tzNw/viewform?usp=sf_link

During remote learning, St. Anne Grade School will still be offering Breakfast and Lunch options for our students. If you would like to order a breakfast/lunch for either pick up or delivery please fill out this google form. We do ask that you, for planning purposes, fill this form out one time for the week. Also, one form may be used for each St. Anne Grade School Family. A new form must be submitted no later then Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. for delivery the next day.
Breakfast cost: $1.25 per day, .30 Reduced. Lunch cost: $2.65 per day/ .40 reduced. Some students may also qualify for free breakfast and lunch and will not be charged. Lunch Delivery will begin on Monday August 22, 2020 and will contain that days lunch and the following days breakfast.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMeSE2c3VbBt2fm4CgJvxcS1dqNu2xPCdSM8-2txcUa3tzNw/viewform?usp=sf_link

SAGS Morning Announcements 8.20.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GuWDz1jy9HA
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.18.2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHeBPjdia_8
#TheSAGSway

SAGS Morning Announcements: 8.17.2020
https://youtu.be/Ei7xYrSM-ko
#TheSAGSway

We are beyond excited to welcome students back tomorrow for the start of the 2020-2021 School Year!!
We have provided a little video as guidance to a few of the many changes taking place at SAGS. Enjoy!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQmyZwBsJdw
#TheSAGSway

SAGS REMOTE LEARNING STUDENTS!
If you have chosen remote learning to begin the school year; device, textbook, & resource pick up day is tomorrow, Friday, August 14th. The office will be open 8:30 am - 3:00 pm. Please wear a mask and be patient as we assist you.

SAGS Giants Wear Mask!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elVPNfLPG7I
#TheSAGSway

Attention Giant Softball and Baseball Families:
Practices will begin Tuesday, August 4th from 9:00am - 10:30am for BOTH, softball & baseball. (High School respective fields)
You MUST have an up to date physical to tryout/practice!
#TheSAGSway

LAST DAY TO COMPLETE THE REQUEST FOR REMOTE LEARNING!
As a reminder, all parents are required to complete this survey to ensure we can best serve your student. Please click the link below to complete the survey if you have not already done so. Thank you in advance. #TheSAGSway
https://forms.gle/CinyM3S6K7ciGU8DA

Its Registration Day and we’re thrilled to announce St. Anne Grade School’s new app! It’s everything SAGS, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/3fRce9v or iPhone: https://apple.co/2N9kHse.
#TheSAGSway

HAVE YOU RESPONDED TO THE REMOTE LEARNING PARENT CHOICE SURVEY?
If not, please click on the link below and complete the survey as soon as possible. Deadline is Friday, July 31st, 2020. #TheSAGSway
https://forms.gle/89DXLycKDdD1MYE96

ALL PARENTS/GUARDIANS MUST COMPLETE.
Request for Remote Learning
Due Date - Friday, July 31st, 2020
Please click on the link below to complete the form stating your intentions for your student for the first nine weeks of the school year. If you have any questions, or need assistance completing the form, please call the Main Office (815-427-8153) or email strongs@apps.sags256.org or froehnerj@apps.sags256.org
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBVhpzyIoOe7pOe0lKMcp9l87lYtxNtOHAdq_epWlFcDQNVg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Attention Giant Softball & Baseball Families.
Here is the recent statement from the IESA. Unfortunately they have decided to cancel the softball and baseball seasons. Please read through the following statement for further clarity.
To All IESA Member Schools:
The IESA Board of Directors held a special meeting on Thursday, July 23. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss fall sports and whether those activities could be held in accordance with the current limitations placed on schools and activities by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
After much discussion, the Board unanimously approved to cancel the regular season and IESA state series in the sports of boys and girls golf, boys baseball, girls softball, and boys and girls cross-country for the 2020-21 school year. There are no plans to try and re-schedule the activities or conduct them later in the school year in part due to if and when high schools in Illinois play their contests. Girls softball practice was scheduled to start July 27. The baseball and cross-country seasons were scheduled to start August 3. The Board delayed any decision on girls basketball. The first day of girls basketball practice is scheduled for August 31. The Board will meet again in late August to make a decision regarding girls basketball. The Board did review and approve a plan submitted by the Speech Advisory Committee that allows schools to hold their own speech contest during the upcoming school year. Schools that participate in speech will receive information at a later date. No
decisions regarding any other activities were made.
We know that there will be many people within the school system who will applaud this decision and there will be many who will be strongly opposed. At the forefront of the Board decision is that the activities must be conducted within the current limitations that have been placed on the schools by the IDPH. In particular, the mandate that there can be no physical contact between athletes and that students must be socially distanced (6 ft. of separation) makes the administration and conduct of games and contests very difficult and in some cases impossible to adhere to the mandates. While there are plenty of youth league baseball and softball teams playing games and tournaments this summer, many are not adhering to the same stringent guidelines. Because summer leagues and travel ball are taking place, this may make the decision of the IESA Board of Directors seem odd. The difference is that schools will be held to the IDPH mandates and the youth summer contests are not. It would make little sense for IESA to move forward with these activities that would require schools to be in direct conflict with mandates by state agencies that have regulatory control over the schools.
COVID-19 has changed the world. However, this decision is not the end of the world. It is not the news that most students and parents want. At the end of the day, we work with junior high and middle school students. They are not professional athletes; they are not college athletes; they are not high school athletes. They will not be missing out on any college scholarships. These are mainly 12-14 year old kids who will have many more opportunities to participate (perhaps even later this school year in other activities). We recognize that athletics play a huge role in the lives of students. Activities, despite their importance in the development of students, can never take precedence over the health and safety of those same students as well as the health and safety of contest officials, game management, and parents/fans who attend contests. The IESA Board of Directors made a difficult decision but in the end they simply felt that there are too many unknowns to proceed safely at this level of play. As you process this information, I hope you will keep in mind that the Board believes they made the best decision for jr. high/middle school students.
I know this announcement will generate many questions. I respectfully ask that you email me and I will do my best to address those in the days ahead. I wanted to get this information to the membership as soon as possible today and so I ask for your patience to address your questions. We will continue to keep the membership informed of the status of other activities for the 2020-21 school year as those decisions are made.
Sincerely,
Steve Endsley
IESA Executive Director

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