September 2015
Wednesday, September 30
Today for lunch: Baked zita, roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Hamburger w/pickles, waffle fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow is the last day to turn in dental forms.
Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks! Cost is $12. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com. When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions. Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 29
Today for lunch: Chicken nuggets w/bread, baked beans, honey carrots, pineapple, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Baked zita, roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks! Cost is $12. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com. When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions. Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Monday, September 28
Today for lunch: Taco w/lettuce/tomato/cheese/salsa, corn, peaches, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Chicken nuggets w/bread, baked beans, honey carrots, pineapple, and milk.
Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks! Cost is $12. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com. When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions. Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Friday, September 25
Today for lunch: Turkey & cheese wrap, baby carrots, sliced apples, sport bites, juice, and milk.
Monday for lunch: Taco w/lettuce/tomato/cheese/salsa, corn, peaches, and milk.
Noon dismissal today!
Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks! Cost is $12. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com. When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions. Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Thursday, September 24
Today for lunch: Pizza, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, graham cracker, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Turkey & cheese wrap, baby carrots, sliced apples, sport bites, juice, and milk.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Noon dismissal on Friday!
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, September 23
Today for lunch: Salisbury steak w/gravy, bread, mashed potatoes, salad w/dressing, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Pizza, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, graham cracker, and milk.
Fundraiser kickoff starts today!
Noon dismissal on Friday!
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 22
Today for lunch: General tso chicken, rice, eggroll, California blend, fresh fruit, fortune cookie, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Salisbury steak w/gravy, bread, mashed potatoes, salad w/dressing, pears, and milk.
P/T Conferences are today from 4:30-7:30.
Fundraiser kickoff starts tomorrow!
Noon dismissal on Friday!
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Monday, September 21
Today for lunch: Cheese quesadilla w/salsa, refried beans, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: General tso chicken, rice, eggroll, California blend, fresh fruit, fortune cookie, and milk.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
Noon dismissal on Friday!
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
Murphysboro Youth and Rec Center (MYRC) will have Adult Martial Arts available tonight from 6:00-7:00. The cost is $5 per person. On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Friday, September 18
Today for lunch: Grilled cheese w/tomato soup, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, and milk.
Monday for lunch: Cheese quesadilla w/salsa, refried beans, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
Today is a 2:30 dismissal!
GJAL will be participating in the Apple Festival Kiddie Parade. Students are invited to walk with the float. Please meet at 3:30 at the 17th Street Warehouse grassy lot in front of the building. Parade starts at 4:00. The parade will progress East down Walnut Street. You must pickup your child at South 9th Street and Walnut immediately after the parade. It is suggested that if your child participates in the parade that he/she is accompanied by a parent/guardian. Thanks in advance for your help and participation with this event.
This Friday, Murphy Red Devil Football game will be the WSIL News Channel 3 “Sack Hunger” football game of the week. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to bring a sack or item of non-perishable food to donate to the Murphysboro Food Pantry. We will be competing against the Massac County fans to see which community can contribute the most. The community raising the most items for their pantry will also receive a $500 gift card from Black Diamond Harley Davidson to purchase more supplies. Please bring items and encourage anyone coming to the game to also participate.
SIU is hosting a movie night @ Saluki Stadium tonight. Gates open at 6:30. The movie, Inside Out, will start at 7:00pm. Admission is FREE. The rainout date has been set for Saturday, September 19th.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Thursday, September 17
Today for lunch: Popcorn chicken, bread, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Grilled cheese w/tomato soup, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow is a 2:30 dismissal! Please make after school arrangements before coming to school.
This Friday, Murphy Red Devil Football game will be the WSIL News Channel 3 “Sack Hunger” football game of the week. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to bring a sack or item of non-perishable food to donate to the Murphysboro Food Pantry. We will be competing against the Massac County fans to see which community can contribute the most. The community raising the most items for their pantry will also receive a $500 gift card from Black Diamond Harley Davidson to purchase more supplies. Please bring items and encourage anyone coming to the game to also participate.
SIU is hosting a movie night @ Saluki Stadium on Friday, September 18th. Gates open at 6:30. The movie, Inside Out, will start at 7:00pm. Admission is FREE. The rainout date has been set for Saturday, September 19th.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, September 16
Today for lunch: Cheese ravioli w/sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Popcorn chicken, bread, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn, fresh fruit, and milk.
Friday is a 2:30 dismissal! Please make after school arrangements before coming to school on Friday.
This Friday, Murphy Red Devil Football game will be the WSIL News Channel 3 “Sack Hunger” football game of the week. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to bring a sack or item of non-perishable food to donate to the Murphysboro Food Pantry. We will be competing against the Massac County fans to see which community can contribute the most. The community raising the most items for their pantry will also receive a $500 gift card from Black Diamond Harley Davidson to purchase more supplies. Please bring items and encourage anyone coming to the game to also participate.
SIU is hosting a movie night @ Saluki Stadium on Friday, September 18th. Gates open at 6:30. The movie, Inside Out, will start at 7:00pm. Admission is FREE. The rainout date has been set for Saturday, September 19th.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 15
Today for lunch: New Orleans chicken, rice, oriental veggies, peaches, fortune cookie, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Cheese ravioli w/sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Friday is a 2:30 dismissal! Please make after school arrangements before coming to school on Friday.
This Friday, Murphy Red Devil Football game will be the WSIL News Channel 3 “Sack Hunger” football game of the week. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to bring a sack or item of non-perishable food to donate to the Murphysboro Food Pantry. We will be competing against the Massac County fans to see which community can contribute the most. The community raising the most items for their pantry will also receive a $500 gift card from Black Diamond Harley Davidson to purchase more supplies. Please bring items and encourage anyone coming to the game to also participate.
SIU is hosting a movie night @ Saluki Stadium on Friday, September 18th. Gates open at 6:30. The movie, Inside Out, will start at 7:00pm. Admission is FREE. The rainout date has been set for Saturday, September 19th.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Monday, September 14
Today for lunch: BBQ Sandwich, honey carrots, baked beans, mandarin oranges, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: New Orleans chicken, rice, oriental veggies, peaches, fortune cookie, and milk.
Friday is a 2:30 dismissal! Please make after school arrangements before coming to school on Friday.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Friday, September 11
Today for lunch: Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, broccoli salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
Monday for lunch: BBQ Sandwich, honey carrots, baked beans, mandarin oranges, and milk.
Progress reports go home today!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Thursday, September 10
Today for lunch: Sliced Turkey, roll, mashed potatoes, w/gravy, broccoli casserole, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, broccoli salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
Progress reports go home tomorrow!
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, September 9
Today for lunch: Spaghetti w/meat sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Sliced Turkey, roll, mashed potatoes, w/gravy, broccoli casserole, pears, and milk.
Progress reports go home Friday!
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 8
Today for lunch: Nachos w/salsa, corn, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Spaghetti w/meat sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Progress reports go home Friday!
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Friday, September 4
Today for lunch: Corndog, cheesy potatoes, salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
Tuesday for lunch: Nachos w/salsa, corn, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
No School Monday in observance of Labor Day!
September 7 - No School - Labor Day
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Thursday, September 3
Today for lunch: BBQ rib sandwich, waffle fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Corndog, cheesy potatoes, salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
Dental Program starts today.
Mark your calendars . . . School pictures will be on Friday, September 4th. Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y0
No School Monday in observance of Labor Day!
September 4 - Picture Day
September 7 - No School - Labor Day
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, September 2
Today for lunch: Baked zita, hot roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: BBQ rib sandwich, waffle fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk.
Change in breakfast menu:
September 2-Breakfast pizza
September 3-Scrambled egg w/toast
Mark your calendars . . . School pictures will be on Friday, September 4th. Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y0
No School Monday in observance of Labor Day!
September 4 - Picture Day
September 7 - No School - Labor Day
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 1
Today for lunch: Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, honey carrots, pineapple, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Baked zita, hot roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
Change in breakfast menu:
September 1-Oatmeal w/toast
September 2-Breakfast pizza
September 3-Scrambled egg w/toast
Mark your calendars . . . School pictures will be on Friday, September 4th. Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID: JP765203Y0
September 4 - Picture Day
September 7 - No School - Labor Day
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Today for lunch: Baked zita, roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Hamburger w/pickles, waffle fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow is the last day to turn in dental forms.
Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks! Cost is $12. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com. When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions. Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 29
Today for lunch: Chicken nuggets w/bread, baked beans, honey carrots, pineapple, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Baked zita, roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks! Cost is $12. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com. When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions. Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Monday, September 28
Today for lunch: Taco w/lettuce/tomato/cheese/salsa, corn, peaches, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Chicken nuggets w/bread, baked beans, honey carrots, pineapple, and milk.
Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks! Cost is $12. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com. When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions. Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Friday, September 25
Today for lunch: Turkey & cheese wrap, baby carrots, sliced apples, sport bites, juice, and milk.
Monday for lunch: Taco w/lettuce/tomato/cheese/salsa, corn, peaches, and milk.
Noon dismissal today!
Now is the time to order 2015-2016 Yearbooks! Cost is $12. Checks should be made payable to Balfour. Parents may also order on line at www.smart-pay.com. When ordering online, please make sure to select our school and follow the ordering instructions. Orders must be turned in by October 23rd.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Thursday, September 24
Today for lunch: Pizza, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, graham cracker, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Turkey & cheese wrap, baby carrots, sliced apples, sport bites, juice, and milk.
Our school wide fundraiser has officially begun! Order forms and money need to be turned in by October 7th. Items sold will be delivered 3-4 weeks after the order form turn in date. Students will receive a Minion Collectible for each three items sold. Top Seller receives $100.
Noon dismissal on Friday!
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, September 23
Today for lunch: Salisbury steak w/gravy, bread, mashed potatoes, salad w/dressing, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Pizza, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, graham cracker, and milk.
Fundraiser kickoff starts today!
Noon dismissal on Friday!
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 22
Today for lunch: General tso chicken, rice, eggroll, California blend, fresh fruit, fortune cookie, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Salisbury steak w/gravy, bread, mashed potatoes, salad w/dressing, pears, and milk.
P/T Conferences are today from 4:30-7:30.
Fundraiser kickoff starts tomorrow!
Noon dismissal on Friday!
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Monday, September 21
Today for lunch: Cheese quesadilla w/salsa, refried beans, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: General tso chicken, rice, eggroll, California blend, fresh fruit, fortune cookie, and milk.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
Noon dismissal on Friday!
Start sending in your Box Tops! The winner of the Box Top drawing on October 2nd will receive passes to Bandy's pumpkin patch and a fall themed basket.
Murphysboro Youth and Rec Center (MYRC) will have Adult Martial Arts available tonight from 6:00-7:00. The cost is $5 per person. On Friday from 12:30-3:00pm, MYRC will be hosting an early out, hang out day! Admission is $5 per person and includes: snacks, pool table, table tennis, music, and lots of other games. Call 684-8243 to register. MYRC will have a yard sale on October 3rd from 8:00am-12:00pm. Booth rental is available for $20. There is also a FREE Movie Night on October 3rd from 6:30-9:00pm (rain or shine) at the MYRC. Bring your chairs!
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
October 9 - No School - Teacher Institute
October 12 - No School - Columbus Day
October 16 - End of 1st Quarter
October 23 - Report Cards go home/Make - up Pictures
October 27-30 - Book Fair
October 30 - Noon Dismissal
Friday, September 18
Today for lunch: Grilled cheese w/tomato soup, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, and milk.
Monday for lunch: Cheese quesadilla w/salsa, refried beans, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
Today is a 2:30 dismissal!
GJAL will be participating in the Apple Festival Kiddie Parade. Students are invited to walk with the float. Please meet at 3:30 at the 17th Street Warehouse grassy lot in front of the building. Parade starts at 4:00. The parade will progress East down Walnut Street. You must pickup your child at South 9th Street and Walnut immediately after the parade. It is suggested that if your child participates in the parade that he/she is accompanied by a parent/guardian. Thanks in advance for your help and participation with this event.
This Friday, Murphy Red Devil Football game will be the WSIL News Channel 3 “Sack Hunger” football game of the week. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to bring a sack or item of non-perishable food to donate to the Murphysboro Food Pantry. We will be competing against the Massac County fans to see which community can contribute the most. The community raising the most items for their pantry will also receive a $500 gift card from Black Diamond Harley Davidson to purchase more supplies. Please bring items and encourage anyone coming to the game to also participate.
SIU is hosting a movie night @ Saluki Stadium tonight. Gates open at 6:30. The movie, Inside Out, will start at 7:00pm. Admission is FREE. The rainout date has been set for Saturday, September 19th.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Thursday, September 17
Today for lunch: Popcorn chicken, bread, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Grilled cheese w/tomato soup, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow is a 2:30 dismissal! Please make after school arrangements before coming to school.
This Friday, Murphy Red Devil Football game will be the WSIL News Channel 3 “Sack Hunger” football game of the week. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to bring a sack or item of non-perishable food to donate to the Murphysboro Food Pantry. We will be competing against the Massac County fans to see which community can contribute the most. The community raising the most items for their pantry will also receive a $500 gift card from Black Diamond Harley Davidson to purchase more supplies. Please bring items and encourage anyone coming to the game to also participate.
SIU is hosting a movie night @ Saluki Stadium on Friday, September 18th. Gates open at 6:30. The movie, Inside Out, will start at 7:00pm. Admission is FREE. The rainout date has been set for Saturday, September 19th.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, September 16
Today for lunch: Cheese ravioli w/sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Popcorn chicken, bread, mashed potatoes w/gravy, corn, fresh fruit, and milk.
Friday is a 2:30 dismissal! Please make after school arrangements before coming to school on Friday.
This Friday, Murphy Red Devil Football game will be the WSIL News Channel 3 “Sack Hunger” football game of the week. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to bring a sack or item of non-perishable food to donate to the Murphysboro Food Pantry. We will be competing against the Massac County fans to see which community can contribute the most. The community raising the most items for their pantry will also receive a $500 gift card from Black Diamond Harley Davidson to purchase more supplies. Please bring items and encourage anyone coming to the game to also participate.
SIU is hosting a movie night @ Saluki Stadium on Friday, September 18th. Gates open at 6:30. The movie, Inside Out, will start at 7:00pm. Admission is FREE. The rainout date has been set for Saturday, September 19th.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 15
Today for lunch: New Orleans chicken, rice, oriental veggies, peaches, fortune cookie, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Cheese ravioli w/sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Friday is a 2:30 dismissal! Please make after school arrangements before coming to school on Friday.
This Friday, Murphy Red Devil Football game will be the WSIL News Channel 3 “Sack Hunger” football game of the week. Everyone attending the game is encouraged to bring a sack or item of non-perishable food to donate to the Murphysboro Food Pantry. We will be competing against the Massac County fans to see which community can contribute the most. The community raising the most items for their pantry will also receive a $500 gift card from Black Diamond Harley Davidson to purchase more supplies. Please bring items and encourage anyone coming to the game to also participate.
SIU is hosting a movie night @ Saluki Stadium on Friday, September 18th. Gates open at 6:30. The movie, Inside Out, will start at 7:00pm. Admission is FREE. The rainout date has been set for Saturday, September 19th.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Monday, September 14
Today for lunch: BBQ Sandwich, honey carrots, baked beans, mandarin oranges, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: New Orleans chicken, rice, oriental veggies, peaches, fortune cookie, and milk.
Friday is a 2:30 dismissal! Please make after school arrangements before coming to school on Friday.
P/T Conferences are on Tuesday, September 22, from 4:30-7:30. If you would like to make a P/T Conference with your child's teacher, please call the school at 684-4471.
Fundraiser kickoff on Wednesday, September 23rd!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Friday, September 11
Today for lunch: Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, broccoli salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
Monday for lunch: BBQ Sandwich, honey carrots, baked beans, mandarin oranges, and milk.
Progress reports go home today!
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Thursday, September 10
Today for lunch: Sliced Turkey, roll, mashed potatoes, w/gravy, broccoli casserole, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, broccoli salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
Progress reports go home tomorrow!
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, September 9
Today for lunch: Spaghetti w/meat sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Sliced Turkey, roll, mashed potatoes, w/gravy, broccoli casserole, pears, and milk.
Progress reports go home Friday!
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 8
Today for lunch: Nachos w/salsa, corn, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Spaghetti w/meat sauce, roll, salad, applesauce, and milk.
Progress reports go home Friday!
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Friday, September 4
Today for lunch: Corndog, cheesy potatoes, salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
Tuesday for lunch: Nachos w/salsa, corn, baby carrots, fresh fruit, and milk.
No School Monday in observance of Labor Day!
September 7 - No School - Labor Day
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Thursday, September 3
Today for lunch: BBQ rib sandwich, waffle fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Corndog, cheesy potatoes, salad, mixed fruit, and milk.
Dental Program starts today.
Mark your calendars . . . School pictures will be on Friday, September 4th. Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y0
No School Monday in observance of Labor Day!
September 4 - Picture Day
September 7 - No School - Labor Day
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, September 2
Today for lunch: Baked zita, hot roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: BBQ rib sandwich, waffle fries, broccoli w/cheese sauce, pears, and milk.
Change in breakfast menu:
September 2-Breakfast pizza
September 3-Scrambled egg w/toast
Mark your calendars . . . School pictures will be on Friday, September 4th. Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID:JP765203Y0
No School Monday in observance of Labor Day!
September 4 - Picture Day
September 7 - No School - Labor Day
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
Tuesday, September 1
Today for lunch: Chicken nuggets, bread, baked beans, honey carrots, pineapple, and milk.
Tomorrow for lunch: Baked zita, hot roll, salad, green beans, fresh fruit, and milk.
Change in breakfast menu:
September 1-Oatmeal w/toast
September 2-Breakfast pizza
September 3-Scrambled egg w/toast
Mark your calendars . . . School pictures will be on Friday, September 4th. Picture information can be found here or at www.mylifetouch.com - Please use Picture Day ID: JP765203Y0
September 4 - Picture Day
September 7 - No School - Labor Day
September 11 - Progress reports go home
September 18 - 2:30 Dismissal
September 22 - P/T Conferences @ 4:30
September 25 - Noon Dismissal
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