Second in a series: Six-figure incomes are not unusual for educators, with 18 administrators and 53 certified employees earning $100,000 or more base salary.
First of a series on School District 101 compensation.
The Board of Education's Tuesday, Oct. 22, agenda includes a closed session on collective bargaining and discussion of the board's communication plan.
Are kids in the cross-hairs when it comes to potential gun violence at schools?
"Successful reduction petitions by these two corporations would result in a nearly $550,000 refund from the School District."
In addition to Batavia Patch, a couple of great sources are www.bps101.net, BATV Channel 10 and the BPS101 Emergency Advisory Line at 630-937-8899.
All sixth-graders at Rotolo Middle School will get a free Chromebook to use for school work.
HonorFest is an outstanding opportunity to become a better musician, meet other students, and learn from top-notch music educators.
The parade route is a little different this year, due to Wilson Street construction work, and the suggested detours are a little different, as well.
The full board will also have a closed session on litigation.
Hey, a college education isn't all about looks. How about that football team?
Visitors to the site can view information about schools, read feature stories and other district news, access information to help students achieve academic success, and view school board agendas, meeting times and minutes.
But the district must put together a school improvement plan for the reorganized schools. the court rules.
Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.
Batavia Public Schools, Batavia Public Library and Batavia Apartments join forces to help kids read.
No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.
The theme is "Decades" and the parade route has changed, so take a look at this article if you plan to attend!
The special meeting at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Rosalie Jones Administration Center, 335 West Wilson St., Batavia, will include a residency appeal and review a specific employee's performance.
The district cancelled classes for the three elementary schools and to dismissed the two middle schools early on Tuesday, as well as Wednesday.
Why should a child be afraid to go to school because of what's in her lunchbox?
Parenting advice from Mom.me on how parents can help their kids succeed in their first year of college. The hardest lesson? Letting them go.
Chief Academic Officer Dr. Brad Newkirk tells parents to expect "full redevelopment" of District 101's mathematics curriculum to align with new, state-mandated Common Core standards.
During the closed session, board members "will hear testimony on a complaint ... to determine its validity."
Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.
Well, for starters, you want your peanut butter to jelly ration at 2:1. What are your tips for creating the perfect sandwich?
The District 101 Board of Education announces a new "Coffee and Conversations" initiative.
Residents will ask the Batavia School Board to reconsider athletic fields plan, artificial turf.
"We know that it's not easy to suddenly see a drop in your student's or school's scores, but we also know our state has great teachers and leaders who are working hard every day to prepare your children."
Batavia Public Schools and Quest Food Management Services partner to bring a new food service program to students.
Before children go back to school or start school for the first time, it is essential that adults and children know and adhere to traffic safety rules provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Here's a one-stop, E-Z place to find information about the first day of school events in Batavia.
You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.
Organizers to present 'Rachel's Challenge' to Batavia High School, Rotolo Middle School students and the community.
Tips to get your kids ready for "early to bed and early to rise"!
Some great deals are available locally. Got other suggestions for backpack shopping in Batavia?
Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles residents fill in the blank on their least favorite thing about kids returning to the classroom.
Colorful and bite-size fresh fruit and veggies are not only fun to eat they are healthy — rich in antioxidants, nutrients and vitamins.