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James Avant is located in East St. Louis, Illinois and serves the communities of Washington Park and Caseyville.
We serve a diverse population of students consisting of African Americans, Caucasians, and Hispanics, as well as Special Services students in Kindergarten - 5th grade. We are a school that strives to service the whole student’s needs in our care.
Please continue to visit our website as we add new information and features to connect with students, staff, teachers, parents, and the community.
SPIRIT WEEK - Homecoming Parade
Student Council and Cheerleaders represented JAES in the Homecoming Parade!
SPIRIT WEEK - Throwback Thursday
For Throwback Thursday we are asking staff and students to wear an outfit from a different era! Let’s continue to show school spirit while throwing it back to the 60’s 70’s 80’s 90’s or early 00’s!
SPIRIT WEEK - College and Greek Day
We celebrated College and Greek Day! Staff and students wore their College gear or Greek gear to promote Spirit Week at JAES!
SPIRIT WEEK - Wacky Tacky Tuesday
Wednesday, October 5, 2022, is Wacky Tacky Wednesday at James Avant Elementary School! We would like all staff and students to wear their favorite Wacky Tacky clothing!
SPIRIT WEEK - Grade Level Colors
PBIS ROAR STORE
PBIS Incentive: Today our students were able to shop at the Roar Store inside our SEL Room! Students are awarded Roar Bucks for their Positive Behavior by any adult they come in contact with throughout the day, even from our bus drivers. Students were so excited to visit and purchase a variety of items from snacks to fidget spinners to school supplies! 🖤💛❤️🐾 ❤️🖤💛🐾
Book Buddies
This year our upper grade level students are so excited about becoming Book Buddies with our Kindergarten and 1st grade classes. They are able to create bonds and read books together.
JAES Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 - October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. Students at JAES learned about Hispanic history, Famous Hispanic People, and created Hispanic masks, birds, and pinatas in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Grandparent's Day at JAES
On Monday, September 12th, 2022 James Avant Elementary celebrated Grandparents day! Our grandparents and students had a great time. They enjoyed a continental breakfast and were able to engage in 5 educational stations that allowed them to make arts and crafts, play educational board games, Math Bingo, create Colorful art work out of coloring sheets, and play Math Dominoes. We really enjoyed witnessing the magic and bonds the children displayed with their grandparents! 💛❤️🖤
James Avant Celebrated
Back to School Block Party!
Our Back to School Block Party was held on August 20th from 10 until 1. Parents were introduced to the various supports that we offer to our students and families at James Avant Elementary School. In addition, they had a chance to meet and talk with the Mayor of Washington Park, Mayor Leonard Moore, explore and talk with the Volunteer Fire Department of Washington Park, and talk with a police officer and sit in the drivers seat of the police car. Students worked puzzles and games, ran an obstacle course, and even had the chance to dunk a teacher!
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East St. Louis School District 189 Teacher Bestowed the 2023 Illinois Teacher of the Year Award from Illinois State Board of Education
Briana Morales from Gordon Bush Alternative School in East St. Louis School District 189 has been named the 2023 Southwest Regional Teacher of the Year by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). Out of almost 500 applicants, Briana Morales was selected for this honor because of the positive impact she makes with vulnerable students, her dedication to personalized, competency-based education, her passion for educational research and policy development, as well as her commitment to supporting colleagues and future educators through Affinity Groups and more.
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All You Need to Know About Kindergarten Enrollment
Enrolling your child for Kindergarten is as Easy as 1-2-3! Parents of Students entering Kindergarten can pick up enrollment packets at the Family and Community Engagement Center (FACE), Vivian Adams Early Childhood Center or Elementary Schools. Parents will need to complete the enrollment packet and get the required physical examinations and vaccinations. All completed packets, forms, and health records can be returned between 10 am -1 pm to the Family and Community Engagement Center (FACE- 401 Katherine Dunham Place).
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High School Summer Transition or Recovery Programming
Make this summer count! School District 189 offers quality enrichment programming for rising 9th graders in June. We also have credit recovery options for current 9-12 graders.
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Summer Transition and Enrichment Programming for PreK-Grade 7
Are you looking for a quality summer program for your student? School District 189 is now accepting applications for programming June 5th-June 30th (Mondays-Thursdays). Includes free meals & bus service! Available for returning preschool students up to 7th graders!
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Join Our Team!
East St. Louis School District 189 may have the perfect career opportunity for you! Apply today!
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The East St. Louis Senior High School Flyers Boys Basketball Team named IHSA Class 3A Third Place Winners
The East St. Louis Senior High Schools Flyers Basketball Team won the Super-sectionals on March 6, 2023 in Springfield, Illinois. On Friday, March 10, 2023, the team won Third Place in the IHSA Class 3 A State Tournament.
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East St. Louis Senior High School Unified Champions win Second Place in State Tournament
The East St. Louis Senior High School Unified Champions Special Olympics Basketball Team played in the 2023 IHSA/Special Olympics Illinois Unified Basketball Tournament on Friday March 10, 2023 at the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC 201 E Peabody Dr., Champaign, IL). The East St. Louis Unified Champions Basketball Team won the Second Place Title in the State Tournament!
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Versatran My Stop
Versatrans E-Link provides parents/guardians with secure access to their students' Bus Route Information. This information is updated in real-time and reflects what is in our routing program.
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Message About Gun Safety
We share a common goal to keep our youth and young people safe from gun violence. The East St. Louis School District is deeply committed to ensuring the safety of all students, staff, and school visitors on a daily basis. We need your help in this process.
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SHINE189 Newsletter
Be sure to review the current SHINE189 Newsletter. Inside, you will find many highlights of stellar students, terrific teachers, achieving administrators, spectacular staff, pivotal programs and nifty news notices!
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COVID Data Dashboard, Weekly COVID Testing and Test To Stay Program
Check here for the COVID Data Dashboard. School District 189 is participating in the Test to Stay program in partnership with the CDC, IDPH, and East Side Health District. The SHIELD Illinois saliva-based PCR test is also available weekly to test students or staff for COVID to promote a safe learning environment.
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eLearning, Return to Learn, & ESSER III Plans
Please review our eLearning, Return to Learn and ESSER III Plans. We value the feedback received from students, parents and community stakeholders.
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East St. Louis School District 189's Discipline Improvement Plan
East St. Louis School District 189 has worked diligently to develop a discipline improvement plan. Please click the read more link to access the document.
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Safety Message
The East St. Louis School District is deeply committed to ensuring the safety of all students, staff, and school visitors on a daily basis. Click here to read about existing safety and security measures we have in place.
