Good Afternoon Ashmore Families. This is a friendly reminder on behalf of the Ashmore PTO, that all fundraising raffle tickets and the money collected need to be turned into the office tomorrow morning. Thank you so much for all the efforts to help support our school!!! The feedback and request for tickets has just been amazing!!!!
Ms. Gail makes every holiday a special occasion at Ashmore!!! 🌸🐇
Good afternoon Ashmore families!!! It was so great to see all of our students back after what was hopefully a rested and peaceful break. Today, I am sending out a message on behalf of our amazing PTO. Our raffle ticket fundraiser is still happening. We have had several families request more tickets. Tickets can be picked up in the office. Just as a reminder, if there are any families that will not be using all of their tickets, please return those to the office. We can hand those out to students and families that have requested additional tickets. Also, any tickets already sold and money collected, can also be turned in to the office at any time. Thank you all for your support of Ashmore Elementary!!!!
Ms. Thompson has been hard at work helping us with a tree mural that is part of one of our Leader In Me goals this year. We are so excited to see the finished product, and for it to be part of the Ashmore Leader In Me program for years to come! Thank you Ms. Thompson!
Good Morning Ashmore Families,
At the beginning of the school year, the district made hotspots available to families that elected to enroll in remote learning. As we closely monitor our student data, we are finding more and more students returning to in-person instruction district wide, and reducing the need for hotspot connection. Ashmore currently has all 99 students enrolled for in-person instruction. This is FANTASTIC, and we are so thrilled to be able to connect with our students in person everyday!!! As a district, we do ask that if you rented a hotspot at the beginning of the school year, that the hotspot please be returned to the school. Hotspots can be returned to myself or Becky in the office. Thank you for your cooperation and help in this matter.
Ashmore is so lucky to have Ms. Gail as our Food Service Leader! She is always so festive, and made sure every student and staff member had their own heart for Valentine’s Day! ❤️💛❤️💛
Ashmore Kindergarten and 1st Grade students had so much fun dressing up for the 100th Day of School!!
Good Afternoon Ashmore Families,
I know that it has been previous communicated through our monthly newsletter and by some teachers, that we would be able to pass out Valentine’s Day Cards at our Valentine’s Celebration; however, I regret to inform that is not going to be possible at this time in order for us to adhere to the consistency, safety, and fairness of all Charleston CUSD 1 students. We are disappointed and saddened that we will not be having a traditional celebration, but we will still be having classroom celebration that allows us to safely social distance and have fun with our Ashmore students. I apologize for any miscommunications or misunderstandings. Our greatest hope is to be celebrating normally and traditionally next school year. Thank you for your continued support and understanding.
Celebrating successes at Ashmore!!! These 3rd grade students achieved 20 positive behavior points and, in recognition, got to eat lunch and watch a movie with Miss Gibbons!
February 2021 -- Black History Month
Theme: ‘Black Family: Representation, Identity and Diversity”
This month, students at Ashmore School we will be learning about Black History Month through various lessons, websites, and discussions.
The story of Black History Month begins in the year 1915. That year, the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) was founded. They were dedicated to researching and promoting achievements by Black Americans and of people of African descent.
In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” Since then, every following President has designated February as Black History Month, and has assigned a specific theme. The 2021 theme explores the African population movement, and the spread of Black families across the United States.
Good Morning Ashmore Families,
On Thursday 1/14/2021 at 8:30 we will be having our annual Active Shooter Drill with the Coles County Sheriff's department. This is an annual drill required by the state of Illinois. We have been and will continue to review and practice our drill plan with all students this week. During the drill, students will practice evacuating the building with their class, and walking together to the Ashmore Fire Department. If there are any questions or concerns about this week's drill, please call 217-349-3000 or email me at brownk@charleston.k12.il.us. Thank you for your time and support in keeping our Ashmore students prepared and safe.
Project H.E.L.P. Preschool Round Up Info for Ashmore
We here at Ashmore Elementary would like to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation to our Ashmore community and families. We have been shown such generosity from our PTO, our families, and Ashmore United Presbyterian Church. We sincerely thank you all, and hope for a happy, healthy, and safe holiday for all!!!
We’ve had some amazing artwork turned in by our Ashmore Students! Our December Amazing Artists deserve a special shout out!
This year as part of our school's Leader In Me goals, we wanted to take on the initiative of a community service project. We thought what better way to give back to our community during the holidays, than with a food drive! Our hope is that no one goes hungry this holiday season.
We are so proud of our Ashmore students, who have been collecting donations since returning to in-person instruction. Each grade K-4 has helped to collect items that were delivered today to the Charleston and Ashmore Food Pantries.
With the schedule changes, students in classes with pre-scheduled meetings will need to update their Teams calendar. Here is a set of directions to help: https://5il.co/mtk1.
November Newsletter: https://5il.co/mnjw
This week has really taken its toll on Mr. Enyart!! Happy Halloween from Ashmore Elementary!! 👻🎃👻🎃
Just a reminder, Monday November 2nd will be a remote planning day for the Ashmore teachers. November 4th will be the first day of student attendance next week. Thank you!!
Thank you so much to the anonymous donor who graciously provided a Monical's lunch for the Ashmore teachers and staff members. Your generosity and thoughtfulness made us feel so light-hearted and appreciated today!!!
Please be advised that there have been changes made to the Ashmore Building Re-Opening Plan.
Last week was SO much fun at Ashmore!! We were able to have almost every one of our students in the building!!! Not for sure who was more excited to be there, the teachers or the students!!! One thing is for sure though, we had such a great time all being together!!!
Our Ashmore teachers have done some outstanding work this week with student! Working one on and and in small groups. We are so excited to see even more Ashmore students in the building next week as we head into MAP testing!!
Good Afternoon Ashmore Families!!! If you haven't already done so, could you please take a moment to fill out the new return to school survey that has recently been posted on the district website. The more school data we have, the better prepared we will be to serve our students! We've slowly been bringing small groups in this week, and it has been just a joy seeing kiddos in the building working hard and forming relationships with their teachers!!! We thank you all for your continued support and patience during these trying times!!!
The link to the survey can be found here:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ZVmoXzSDt0eo3d9OfKD91Sl4MXJkEZZAoTF45J5-XqFUOEVJNjNQUlBRTDVOVjlOSkJJVkk2MExJUy4u
Good Afternoon Ashmore Families! Ashmore classroom teachers will be in touch for MAP testing plans. Testing sessions are planned for the week of October 5th-9th, and will be scheduled as follows:
Monday October 5th - 1st Grade
Tuesday October 6th - 2nd Grade
Wednesday October 7th - 3rd Grade
Thursday October 8th - 4th Grade
Friday October 9th - Make-up Day
Drop off time will be 8:45 A.M to allow children to be screened and ensure masks are in place. Students will be spaced apart in the computer lab to allow for social distancing. Pickup time will be 11:30. Lunch will not be served on these days, but a snack will be provided to all students.
Happy Friday Ashmore Families!!! We are closing out Week 3 of Remote Learning today. I've been able to join some classrooms this morning, and I am SO impressed with what I am seeing of our Ashmore students' participation for live meetings!! I would like to just send a reminder that teachers are taking traditional grades this quarter for assignments. Please remind your student to turn work in as he or she is completing activities. We now there has been some issues with Empower, so if there is any difficulty in getting assignments turned in, please let us know. Keep up the AMAZING work, and BRING ON Week 4!!!!
Good Morning Ashmore Families! As our second week of remote learning comes to a close, I would just like to pass on a few friendly reminders of classroom expectations. It is very important that when our classroom teachers give the direction for students to mute themselves, that students are staying muted. Just like in a normal classroom setting, it is very distracting to the learning environment when others are talking, and now in our virtual classrooms when there is additional background noises. This is new to us all, and we understand a learning curve is needed. As we start week 3 on Monday, lets continue to work together to help out our Amazing Ashmore teachers, and be respectful to our fellow classmates!!
Ashmore Families just an FYI!! If your child is trying to log into Microsoft Teams, please make sure your child’s email address and password are used to log in. We are finding many personal devices are auto filling parents email information, and not allowing to connect.
Good Afternoon Ashmore Families!!! You should be receiving a mailed copies of parental and student login information for the Empower program. Copies were mailed out this afternoon.
Good Morning Ashmore Families!! Ashmore Elementary will be hosting and scheduling Meet the Teacher sessions starting August 31st-September 2nd. Please be on the look out for a telephone call or email from your child's classroom teacher next week. During these sessions will also be the opportunity to pick up supplies and materials that the school is providing during this period of remote learning. When coming in for scheduled Meet the Teacher Sessions a face mask is required, and we ask that only one parent accompany the student in order to maintain best social distancing practices and limit the number of bodies in the building. We are all working very hard to get this school year kicked off, and look forward to meeting with all of our students and families!!!!
~Kristen Brown, Principal Ashmore Elementary
Ms. Jacobs is still connecting with Ashmore Kindergarten class!
Mr. Mark found a sweet message when he arrived at Ashmore school on Thursday morning! We sure miss our students! We think of you daily, and hope that you are all doing well! ❤️
Hey! Here's a fun art demo on shaving cream art with the story Mix It Up! https://youtu.be/dBiQcHivKAg Just a reminder that you can also find this video, book PowerPoint, and lesson (and more!) on my website as well https://sites.google.com/view/artwithdarb
Puffy Paint Tomorrow!
Andy of Andrew’s Family Magic entertains Ashmore students!
Ashmore Kindergarten creating memories with EIU Women’s Basketball Team. Thanks to all of families for the generous donations for our CARE fundraiser.... and many thanks to the Women’s Team for hanging out with this crew for the morning!
Second grade working on Social Emotional Skills
Dustin is a Lexia Superstar!
4th Grade Buddies visit kindergarten for Math Games!
Mr. Lynn talks to students about the importance of having a tornado drill.
Fastest Kids in Ashmore School 2020!
Gabe; Meg; Olivia; Dylen
Way to Go!
3rd & 4th grade enjoying the sunshine!
Ashmore School March Amazing Artists! Great job!
Ashmore Kindergarten & 7th grade Buddies
Ashmore Kindergarten & 7th grade Buddies
Ashmore Kindergarten & 7th grade Buddies
Ashmore Kindergarten & 7th grade Buddies
The last day of the Spirit Week competition in 3rd grade ended in a 3 way tie! Time Traveler goes to Davis (90s), Ridge (80s), and Sam (80s)!
Miss Gail and Miss Lydia are keeping things "cool" in the cafeteria!
Thank you to the amazing Lake Land College Dental Hygiene students for visiting Ashmore School to teach us about good dental habits!
Thank you to the amazing Lake Land College Dental Hygiene students for visiting Ashmore School to teach us about good dental habits!
Throwback Thursday at Ashmore! Lookin' groovy!!
Throwback Thursday at Ashmore School! 3rd and 4th grades
Throwback Thursday at Ashmore School! Kindergarten, 1st grade and 2nd grade
Hunter is a Lexia Superstar! He has worked hard and passed level 8!
Ashmore Kindergarten celebrating Ms. Jacobs birthday today! Happy Birthday!
Pajama day in first grade!
Pajama day in first grade!
Pajama day in first grade!
Day 3 of the Spirit Week competition in 3rd grade! #1 Fan goes to Brooklyn, representing her softball team!
One of Mrs. Killman's many talents!
Day 2 of the Spirit Week competition in 3rd grade! Comfiest Classmate goes to Abby!
Mrs. Becky and Mr Mark showing the spirit during pajama day at Ashmore.
Day 1 of the Spirit Week competition in 3rd grade! Most School Spirit goes to Jeffrey!
Reminder: Next week is our Ashmore Spirit Week! Monday-School Spirit, Tuesday-Pajama Day, Wednesday-Favorite Sports Team, Thursday-Throwback Thursday, Friday-Class Colors (K=Green, 1=White, 2=Black, 3=Orange, 4=Blue and other staff Red).
The time for the Fastest Kids in Ashmore Friday Night event at EIU Fieldhouse on Friday, February 21st has been adjusted by EIU officials, and students are scheduled to run at 5:40 P.M. Runners please be at the Fieldhouse between 5 and 5:15 P.M. to warmup for the event. If you have any questions, please contact Ashmore School at 349-3000.
First grade learns about Abraham Lincoln.
Second graders celebrating a birthday.
4th Grade Valentine's Day Creations at Ashmore Elementary School!
Category winners are:
1) Beautiful - Ayla
2) Funny - Shavi
3) Creative - Theron
4) Wish it were mine - Jonny
3rd grade Valentine’s Day box winners. Most Festive, Most Creative, and Funniest! Congratulations.
4th Grade Buddies Visit Kindergarten for a Valentine Math Activity!
Fastest Kids in Ashmore School 2020
Friday, February 21st, 6:00pm @ EIU Fieldhouse Indoor Track
What an awesome opportunity for our students to experience and be part of a collegiate track meet! Come cheer on our 3rd and 4th grade athletes!Everyone is welcome to attend and Admission is free!
February Amazing Artists
100 Days of Kindergarten
Teddy Bear Day in Kindergarten
"School Spirit Week" is February 24-28
Monday- School Spirit (Ashmore/Charleston Gear)
Tuesday-Pajama Day
Wednesday- Favorite Sports Team Day
Thursday-Throwback Thursday
Friday- Class Colors ( K Green; 1st White; 2nd Black; 3rd Orange; 4th Blue; Other Staff Red)
Celebrating 2nd Quarter straight A’s at Ashmore with 2nd-4th grade students.
