At Brussels CUSD No. 42, we are proud to serve not only our students, but our entire community. Your voice matters deeply to us, and we are asking for your help.
Each year, families are invited to complete the Illinois 5Essentials Parent Survey. While the state only requires a 20% participation rate, our goal is 100%. Why? Because the only way we truly know what you want for your community schools — and most importantly, for your children — is for you to share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas.
Your feedback helps us:
* Understand what we are doing well
* Identify areas where we can grow
* Make informed decisions that directly impact your child’s education
* Strengthen our schools and our community
This survey is confidential and takes only a few minutes to complete, but the impact of your input is lasting.
Please help us by taking the survey today. You can participate by scanning the QR code or by clicking the link below:
http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
We genuinely value your partnership and appreciate the time you take to support Brussels CUSD No. 42. Together, we can ensure our schools continue to grow and thrive for every child.
Thank you for being an essential part of our school community. 💙
Truly,
Dr. Lori Hopkins
Brussels CUSD No. 42 is seeking a Junior High General Education Teacher (Multi-Subject) to join our team at Brussels Junior High School! If you enjoy working with middle school students and want to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, small-school setting, we would love to hear from you.
Apply by sending:
• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Copy of Illinois PEL
• Professional References
Send applications to:
Dr. Lori Franke-Hopkins
lhopkins@brussels42.net
🦅 Together We Rise
#GoRaiders
#TogetherWeRise
She recently made me a button that says “Love,” and it perfectly reflects who she is and what she shares with others through her creativity. I know how much participating in art means to her, and it’s inspiring to see.
Now she has her own kit and she’s ready to take the world by storm!
“Every artist was first an amateur.”
Keep creating, Destiny — the world needs your creative ingenuity. 💙
Last evening, we had the honor of attending the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Awards Banquet, hosted by the Dr. Silas Hamilton Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, where students from several area high schools were recognized for their character, leadership, and citizenship. The evening was filled with inspiring words, a spirit of patriotism, and well-deserved recognition of remarkable young people.
Congratulations to Brussels High School senior Mady Nolte, who was selected as our school’s 2026 DAR Good Citizen Award recipient.
As explained during the ceremony, earning this recognition is no small feat. Students are asked to sit down with a prompt and write an essay using nothing but pencil and paper—no research materials, no computers, and no outside assistance. The result reflects their character, knowledge, and ability to think critically and express themselves clearly. This award is truly earned through effort, integrity, and thoughtful reflection.
We are incredibly proud of Mady and extend our congratulations to her parents, Melissa and Chad Nolte. 💙
Congrats to our Calhoun Warrior from up the road as well, Hannah Klaas - and all the other recipients: Kayleigh Trimm – Bunker Hill High School; Elyse Eldred – Carlinville High School; Emily Bergen – Gillespie High School; Abby Chin – Jerseyville Community High School; and Taylor Cairns – Southwestern High School.
A sincere thank you to the DAR committee for hosting such a meaningful and memorable evening. 🙏🏻
It's truly heartwarming when a community member drops by for a chat and brings along the sweetest gift. Thank you so much, Joan! You're such a blessing! 💙
#alumnievent #thisFriday #TogetherWeRise #WipeOUT! 🥁
THE GOOD STUFF... 💙
The 5th & 6th Grade Boys Basketball Team wrapped up their final game of the season last night! We could talk about the incredible plays, the exciting shots, individual player stats, or even the one big victory we celebrated this season — but that’s not really the point here. The real story is the opportunity to learn and grow. 🏀
A BIG thank you to Coach Long for opening the gym and creating a place for these young athletes. The team rocked those new uniforms and refined their skills throughout the season. We appreciate the board's commitment to giving students the amazing opportunity to play, and of course, a shoutout to our awesome little crew of cheerleaders who found some pretty dazzling uniforms and brought the SUPER SPIRIT! 📣
This team is about building skills, creating opportunities to play, and bringing everything they have every time they step on the court. THIS is what elementary sports are all about — learning, growing, trying something new, and committing to something bigger than themselves!
They did that, and we are proud, indeed!
Together WE Rise! 💙
Congratulations to Mady for earning 2nd place in her division at the CAD Competition at LCCC on Friday! 🎉 Mady and Anna, accompanied by Mr. Brodbeck, proudly represented Brussels, showcasing their skills, dedication, and professionalism. It was also Spirit Day, making their Raider pride even more visible. Great job representing the Raiders! 👏🏻👏🏻
THE GOOD STUFF... 💙
Alumni Night prep has begun, by golly! 🏀
These three superstars came to the gym early to start training. Judging by this photo, the competition is fierce, the skills are sharp, and the confidence is… extremely high. 🙌🏻
Think you can compete with this level of greatness? We’ll soon find out! 😉
This Friday, March 13th!
These two are always cheering others on and serving in the very best interests of kids. Thank you, Mrs. Gilbreth and Mrs. Long, for the heart, spirit, and support you bring to Brussels CUSD every day! 💙#TogetherWeRise
Miss Lexie truly brings the sunshine to Brussels CUSD! 🤩 Her kindness, positivity, and steady support brighten the days of everyone around her. Whether she’s helping students, encouraging colleagues, or stepping in wherever she’s needed, she embodies the heart of our school community. We are so grateful for the light she brings to our district every day. Congratulations, Miss Lexie — this Sunshine Award is so well deserved! 💛#TogetherWeRise 💙
Mrs. Kathy Carey is truly a superhuman! Always willing to lend a hand, she goes above and beyond for our students and staff every single day. From driving students to helping wherever she’s needed, Kathy does it all with a giving heart and a positive spirit.
Thank you, Mrs. Carey, for everything you do for Brussels CUSD — you absolutely ROCK! ⭐ #TogetherWeRise 💙
