March 12,2021 Dear D157 and D2 Families: I hope this letter finds you and your family well and enjoying the spring weather that has come our way. As you know, the last 12 months have brought significant challenges for everyone in our communities as we have had to face the many adverse effects of COVID-19. Through it all, our students, staff, families, and... READ MORE >
The D2 and D157 Joint District Stakeholders Committee met on March 3 to discuss how to support student academic and social-emotional needs. To hear a summary of the meeting, please click: READ MORE >
March 6, 2021 Dear District 2 and District 157 Families, The Joint District Stakeholders Committee held its most recent virtual meeting on Wednesday, March 3 from 7 PM to 9 PM. The Committee agenda for that meeting was to: Review i-Ready Winter Diagnostic results Evaluate i-Ready resultsDiscuss possible next steps for learning recoveryReview student responses... READ MORE >
03/05/2021To the Nippersink SD 2 Community:We have been informed by the MCDH that all District 2 staff will receive their secondvaccination shot on Thursday, March 11. This represents a big step forward inprotecting our staff and getting our students back into school full time. Due to the dateand times we have been given for the vaccination clinic, we have had to... READ MORE >
In leu of our annual Trivia Night, the SGE PTO will be hosting its first ever virtual Mystery Box FUNdraiser on Friday, April 23rd! Please see the attached flyer for details. We are still looking for donations and sponsors for this event. If you have anything you'd like to donate or would like to help out please contact Danielle Carpenter at... READ MORE >
February 26, 2021 Dear District 2 and District 157 Students, Parents, and Guardians: I hope this letter finds you and your family healthy and looking forward to warmer weather as we approach spring. I want to take a moment to provide an update on the work being done to get our students back into a full in-person learning model. I also want to reiterate that... READ MORE >
Please view the attached video to hear more about the newly formed Joint District Stakeholders Committee for District 2 and 157. READ MORE >
SGE PTO March Meeting Time: Mar 4, 2021 07:00 PM Central Time Click here for detailed meeting information! READ MORE >
February 5, 2021 Dear District 2 and District 157 Families, On March 13, 2020 our educational system was disrupted due to the COVID pandemic. During that time teachers moved their classrooms to their living rooms. Many areas of our homes became learning spaces. In the current school year we have been able... READ MORE >
Beginning February 1, 2021, Kindergarten registration will open for all D2 children born on or before September 1, 2016. To register, please visit www.nippersinkdistrict2.org and click on Menu/Kindergarten Enrollment to begin the registration process. READ MORE >
Spring Grove Elementary PTO & Richmond Burton National Honor Society Fundraiser. Richmond Motor Sales and Service is donating 10% of your bill for any service or maintenance performed on your vehicle in the month of February. Present this flyer at the time of service to give back to your school. READ MORE >
The Spring Grove Elementary PTO has partnered with Hammer and Stain for a DIY sign painting fundraiser from February 1 - 12, 2021. Hammer and Stain will be giving 15% back to our PTO, and there are many different designs to choose from. Simply go to the link below during the dates listed above to begin creating your sign. Hammer and Stain Fundraiser Flyer Any... READ MORE >
Due to the winter storm warning in effect for our area and the hazardous road conditions that are expected from this winter storm, in-person learning for Tuesday, January 26, 2021 is canceled. All Students who are on the B Day schedule and any other students who would have attended school in person on Tuesday, will receive instruction from their teacher through... READ MORE >
NIPPERSINK SD 2BOARD MEMBER VACANCYNippersink SD 2 Board of Education is seeking an applicant interested in completing a vacatedschool board member’s term through April, 2022. The candidate must be at least 18 years old,must have lived in the school district for at least one year, and must be a registered voter.Interested individuals must submit a letter of... READ MORE >
Please enjoy our D2 Beginner Band Virtual Holiday Concert! Click the Read More button to view the video! READ MORE >
December 18, 2020 Dear Families of District 2 and District 157, I hope this communication finds you and your families well. I am writing today to share information regarding our plans for returning to school after winter break. I ask that you remember our plans must continue to comply with the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois... READ MORE >
The streaming link for tonight's BOE meeting is below. Please click on it to virtually attend the meeting. Any public comment may be sent to tlind@rbchs.com by 6:00 pm on 12/16.Click here to attend the December 16th BOE meeting READ MORE >
Happy Holidays from SGE! Click on this story to see the SGE Holiday Video! READ MORE >
Please click on the provided link below to read the most recent message from Superintendent Tom Lind on remaining in remote learning until after winter break. Superintendent's Message to D2 Families READ MORE >
Board of Education Candidate Election Information Information regarding how to run for the Board of Education and the required forms that must be completed for you to be placed on the April consolidated election ballot, as a candidate, are attached to the following link, Board Candidate Information and Forms. All forms must be filed with the McHenry County... READ MORE >
Hello SGE! It’s time to do some holiday shopping and let 5 Below be the place. 5 Below will donate 10% of sales back to SGE PTO and all you have to do is follow the steps below. Any questions please email Nicole Markko at nicolemarkko@yahoo.com. 1) Print this flyer (Click on the photo to print the PDF)2) Shop at McHenry 5 Below3) Dec. 12-194) 10AM - 8PMHappy... READ MORE >
Hello SGE Families, The Book Fair is here! This year, while schools and libraries are not as accessible as we would like them to be, having books in your homes is even more important than ever! That is why we decided to host a Virtual Scholastic Book Fair at SGE this year. Visit our Scholastic Book Fair homepage to shop online and have the books delivered... READ MORE >
The Spring Grove Elementary Library staff would like to continue to get books to students even during full remote learning. CLICK HERE for more information about ways to continue to use our library collection.Our library is also excited to announce that we will be having a Virtual Scholastic Book Fair from November 27 – December 11. More information and links... READ MORE >
Spring Grove Elementary PTO and McHenry Downtown Theater have partnered to provide a movie night at home! The Movie Night to Go Pack is $20-$25 delivered to your door on Tuesday, November 24th, between 3-6pm. Each pack includes a 170 oz. Gary Lang Popcorn Bucket with lid, your choice of popcorn (prices vary), 4 fountain cups, 2 liter of pop, and 4 variety movie... READ MORE >
Dear Parent or Guardian: Since moving into our hybrid learning model in October, both Districts have continued to monitor the county and regional metrics regarding COVID-19. We have also monitored the health metrics within the zip codes of our schools’ boundaries. In addition to those metrics, we take into consideration the effectiveness of our mitigation... READ MORE >
Click the link below to join the PTO Zoom Meeting on Thursday, Nov. 5th, 2020: Join the Meeting via Zoom READ MORE >
Parents and Guardians: We have updated the resources we use to make decisions about opening and closing schools due to COVID-19. It is our goal to remain transparent in how those decisions are made. There is not a single metric or condition we use, but a combination of health metrics and situational reports from our schools. Each case is different, but with each... READ MORE >
Tonight's, October 23rd, Board of Education will be streamed live due to the very limited capacity set by IDPH guidelines. If you have a statement to add to the public record please email it to tlind@rbchs.com by 6:45 pm.https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EkftxpOpQRKIq6XNd2lqqQ READ MORE >
Candy buy back is quickly approaching and we're happy to be working with Conlon and Thompson again, who will be collecting any unwanted Halloween candy. This program is an opportunity to collect candy which will be sent to our Troops, Veterans, AND helps earn money for the SGE PTO! All collected candy can be turned in directly to Conlon and Thompson, located at... READ MORE >
Good Afternoon, Over the weekend we were alerted that two staff members at Nippersink Middle School had tested positive for COVID-19. Neither of the cases are connected to each other and through contact tracing and according to CDC/IDPH and district protocols we have asked three additional staff members to quarantine. Out of an abundance of caution, we are... READ MORE >
Dear Parents and Guardians, The McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) has issued a statement that recommends schools return to full virtual learning based on the current metrics for COVID-19 in McHenry County. However, at this time the Board of Education and the district administration have decided that District 2 will continue moving forward with the... READ MORE >
Help us raise money for SGE on Tuesday, Oct. 27th!Get a haircut that day @ Sports Clips and $5 of every haircut goes back to our PTO! READ MORE >
Since SGE will not be able to host our in person Halloween Parade this year, let's take our Halloween Parade virtual! Email a picture of your student in their costumes to Mrs. Rose Richer at rricher@nsd2.com by Sunday, October 25th. Please include your student's name and grade level. Then, look for a Spooktacular Halloween Virtual Video of all of our SGE friends... READ MORE >
Help support our school with contact free fundraising! Find all of the information by clicking on the images below! READ MORE >
Please view our Safety Procedure Video READ MORE >
Please take a moment to review our Hybrid Learning Parking Lot Procedures! You may click on the image to open the document in a new page. READ MORE >
Dear District 2 and District 157 families,District 2's and District 157's decision-making process about the safety and feasibility of in-person learning is informed by the McHenry County Department of Health's Interim Guidance for Schools, as well as other local health data and factors such as staffing and facilities. The MCDH framework identifies three specific... READ MORE >
Please click on the image to print your copy of this month's Spring Grove Elementary Calendar. READ MORE >
Please read our Plan to Reopen Schools FAQ sheet. This document will be updated as needed. To read the full document, please click here. READ MORE >
09.29.2020 Dear Nippersink SD 2 Families: Last night, September 28th, the Board of Education voted unanimously to move forward into a hybrid learning model, while still allowing families the option to remain in full remote learning. The schedule and times for each schools’ hybrid learning plan will be shared by your child’s principal later this week and will... READ MORE >
Join us tonight, Thursday, October 1st for an update on the PTO at SGE! Click here for all of the details: https://www.nippersinkdistrict... READ MORE >
Dear D2 Families and Community, Due to lDPH requirements for public gatherings, seating is very limited for the BOE on Monday, September 28, 2020 @7:00pm. You can also stream the meeting live at the link below. If you would like a statement put into the public record it can be sent to Tlind@nsd2.com no later than 09/28 @ 6:45... READ MORE >
5:00-9:00pmBring or show your flyer10% goes back to SGE! READ MORE >
Good Afternoon D157 and D2 Families, I am writing today to briefly update the community on our plans to return to school. Another letter will follow late next week with dates, timelines and details once they have been finalized. However, it is vitally important to let all our families know as soon as possible that we will be returning to a hybrid learning program... READ MORE >
Tonight's August Board of Education meeting starts at 7:00 pm and will be streamed live for those who can not attend. You can view the meeting by clicking on the the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1ega8AdHSdK45c-oxhkbBAPlease send any public comment to be entered into the record to tlind@nsd2.com prior to the 7:00 pm meeting start time. READ MORE >
Please take time to watch our webinars regarding Remote Learning in District 2. After watching, do not hesitate to contact your child's principal for more information. Click on the YouTube link below to watch Mrs. Kuhl and Mr. Pittman answer questions regarding our remote learning program for RGS and... READ MORE >
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08/06/2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Staff, District 2 and District 157 began developing our Road Map to Reopen Schools as early as last May with the full intention of getting our students back into in person learning as soon it was safe to do so. To develop this plan both Districts formed a Joint Task Force and created a plan to safely reopen schools... READ MORE >
07/21/2020 Dear Richmond-Burton CHSD157 and Nippersink SD 2 Families; Since May of this year both districts have been working on developing a joint plan that would provide a road map that would ensure a safe learning environment for students and staff this coming school year. Attached to this email and posted on both our websites are two documents that describe... READ MORE >
Dear Students, Staff, and Families of District 2 and District 157: I hope this message finds you and your families safe and well. Yesterday, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released guidance around opening schools for the 2020-21 school year. This 63-page document has been much anticipated and will go a long way toward answering critical... READ MORE >
Online Registration for the 2020-21 school year: Starts Tuesday, July 7th Ends Friday, July 31st @ midnight READ MORE >
Spring Grove Elementary Summer Hours start on June 8, 2020.We ask that all visitors follow the Restore Illinois Phase 3 guidelines when entering the building. Phase 3 – https://coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/restore-illinois-phase-3 READ MORE >
As parents, educators, public librarians and community leaders, we applaud all you have done for your children and students to keep them learning through unprecedented closing of schools. As we enter the summer months there is no doubt we are all continuing to adjust to this new reality together. Now more than ever it is critically important to keep kids engaged in... READ MORE >
Hello Spring Grove Families,We had some fun activities planned for this week that we thought you might like to do throughout the summer! All of these activities are OPTIONAL! The library lessons posted are time sensitive, so if you would like to participate in Zoom Bingo, please check the grade level plans! We hope all of you keep moving, reading, listening and... READ MORE >
Greetings, As we near the end of the school year, I want to take time to update students, parents, and guardians on the current status of our schools. In addition, I want to give you information on what our school district will be doing from now until August to prepare for the 2020-21 school year and the potential challenges COVID-19 might bring with it. ... READ MORE >
Our Young Authors stories have been judged and we are excited to announce our grade level and school winners. Congratulations to all of our winners!Kindergarten – Welcome to My World by Finneghan Rigwood with his 4th grade buddy Marley SteinFirst Grade – Pup Pup Find a Home by Camden AndrusSecond Grade – How Virus Got in Trouble by Ruby MadsenThird Grade -... READ MORE >
Check out how our NSD2 students #keeplearning! Share your photos with us via email: keeplearning@nsd2.com. READ MORE >
Our packet pick up date for all kindergarten and 1st grade students will take place on Thursday, April 30, 2020 from 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. Packets will also be available for 2nd-5th grade students who do NOT have access to technology. (If your 2nd-5th grader does have technology, you will not need a packet for them.) In addition: Any student who has medication at... READ MORE >
Watch how our Nippersink Middle School students celebrated Earth Day 2020. Then, click here for a selection of amazing resources to celebrate Earth Day during this remarkable moment in history! READ MORE >
Nippersink School District 2 School Closure Lunch Service School Lunches will be available to students in our District throughout the school closure. Please take a moment to fill out the NSD2 Lunch survey if you would like to order lunch for your student(s). Lunches may be picked up at Nippersink Middle School between 11:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. each weekday. Click... READ MORE >
Write an “I dream of” poem.It’s as simple as writing down 10 dreams or goals you have! Feel free to decorate your poem with found items, drawings, doodles, anything that you consider decorations. Be creative. You can make your poem a work of art! READ MORE >
News Release: Retired Teachers to Mentor Students Virtually (April 6, 2020 - Springfield, Ill.) Members of the Illinois Retired Teachers Association, a state-wide association of retired educators, their families and supporters, are volunteering during this Covid 19 pandemic to assist students tackling the unprecedented challenge of finishing the school year at... READ MORE >
“We’re making a commitment to stay home because we’re All In for Illinois, for our neighbors and grandparents, our health care professionals and first responders, our grocery store workers and so many more. Staying in keeps us all safe.” - Governor JB Pritzker Visit the website to take the pledge! READ MORE >
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Nippersink School District 2 Schools will be closed March 16 - April 7, 2020. Please refer to our COVID-19 web page for important announcements. READ MORE >
Click Here to view the latest information on COVID-19 AKA Coronavirus. READ MORE >
Spring Grove Elementary PTO presents Trivia Night! Saturday, April 18th, 2020 Doors open at 5:00 PM / Trivia starts at 7:00 PM Bella Vita Banquets, 34816 Geneva Rd., Burlington, WI Click Here for More Information! Click Here to Purchase Your Tickets! READ MORE >
This year's final Chess Club session begins on March 9th. Be sure to enroll your kiddos today! No experience necessary. Grades K-5 are welcome. The current students LOVE being able to learn chess and play against their classmates (and families). Enrollment information is on the flyer. READ MORE >
For those of you with children entering Kindergarten next fall, we will be conducting Kindergarten screenings and registration on February 5th, 6th, and 7th at the District Office. To schedule an appointment, please call 815-678-6866. The deadline for scheduling an appointment is Friday, December 20th. We look forward to meeting the class of 2033! READ MORE >
Spring Grove Elementary PTO presents Trivia Night! 5th Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser Saturday, April 18th, 2020Mark your calendar for a night of trivia, raffles, auctions, giveaways and lots of fun! READ MORE >
Is your child interested in learning how to play Chess? Does your child want to continue with Chess Club? The Winter Session of Chess Club is now open for registration for all students K-5! Beginners and those already learning are welcome to attend. Classes are held on Mondays from 3:40pm-4:40pm, on days when school is in session. The Winter Session begins on... READ MORE >
EWallet is a new payment option available at our Scholastic Book Fair this fall. Check it out at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/springgroveelemschool READ MORE >