BRUSSELS CUSD 42

Friday was Spirit Day, and the halls were filled with royal blue and white as students and staff proudly showed their Raider pride. 💙 The excitement built throughout the day as we prepared for Alumni Night—and there was SO MUCH BLUE! Even Mrs. Schleeper went back to her cheerleading days, getting psyched for the alumni event and the duck drop! 🐥

Behind the scenes, many people worked hard to make the evening special. Thanks to the dedication of our Pep Club and sponsors, staff, and junior high students, the gym looked incredible, and the banners for the run-through created a memorable welcome for our alumni.

The night was filled with school pride, teamwork, and true Raider spirit. It was a wonderful reminder of what makes our school community so special.

Stay tuned—a gratitude post and photo album will be shared soon! #togetherwerise 💙 #smallbutmighty

about 1 hour ago, Lori Hopkins

The GOOD STUFF... 📚
Public speaking is an essential life skill, and our students are building that confidence through strong English/Language Arts instruction. I recently had the pleasure of sitting in on several book report presentations in Mrs. Hartle’s class, where students shared the setting, theme, characters, and conflict of the books they read while demonstrating organization, credibility, eye contact, and professional delivery. These experiences reflect the power of ELA learning and align with the Illinois Learning Standards for 8th grade, including analyzing themes and characters (RL.8.2, RL.8.3) and presenting ideas clearly and effectively (SL.8.4, SL.8.6). It was inspiring to see our students growing as readers, thinkers, and confident communicators who are preparing for success beyond the classroom. 📣
#togetherwerise 💙 #smallbutmighty

about 14 hours ago, Lori Hopkins

Last week, we celebrated Girl Scout Week, and we’re proud to give a big shout-out to the amazing Girl Scouts representing Brussels JH/HS! 💚
Way to go, Audrina, Kinsley, Ava, and Maggie, for showing the leadership, service, and spirit that Girl Scouts are known for. And a big thank-you to Leila for helping with the morning announcements while the Girl Scouts led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. 🇺🇸 We’re proud of these young leaders and the positive example they set for our school community. Keep shining and making a difference!
#togetherwerise 💙 #smallbutmighty

about 20 hours ago, Lori Hopkins

Bid Notice for Lawn Care and Mowing Services

4 days ago, Lori Hopkins

Guess what's happening tonight? 👏🏻Doors open at 5:00 p.m. It's going to be great! 💙
#TogetherWeRise

4 days ago, Lori Hopkins

Help us Celebrate the Village of Brussels 150th Anniversary!

5 days ago, Hallie Kinder

The GOOD STUFF… ❤️🤍💙 Alumni Night celebrates more than just the game, players, coaches, cheerleaders, and band. It embodies community and the community spirit, which definitely includes patriotism. Preparing for Friday, Charlotte is showcasing small-town community spirit coupled with some strong RED, WHITE, and BLUE! 🇺🇸

5 days ago, Lori Hopkins

🌟Two Rivers IPA Student Recognition Dinner🌟 Brussels was proudly represented at the Illinois Principals Association Student Recognition Dinner held at Triopia this evening. We are thrilled to celebrate Audrina Pohlman, Kinsley Plummer, and Peyton Presley, who were honored at this special event. These outstanding young ladies were nominated by their teachers and principal for consistently demonstrating what it means to be a positive leader in our school community. This recognition celebrates students who do the right thing, work hard, and show kindness to others—qualities that truly make a difference both in and out of the classroom. We are incredibly proud of Audrina, Kinsley, and Peyton for representing Brussels with such character, dedication, and heart. They are wonderful examples of what it means to be an Eagle, and we are so proud to celebrate their achievements! Congratulations, Ladies!

5 days ago, Pam Long

🦅 Inside the Eagle’s Nest 🦅 Dr. Seuss Science Week was an absolute blast! Our students had a wonderful time exploring science through hands-on activities inspired by the creativity and curiosity of Dr. Seuss. Throughout the week, students experimented with non-Newtonian substances, discovered the excitement of engineering challenges, explored balance and problem-solving, and practiced the important skill of working together with partners. It was incredible to see their curiosity, teamwork, and creativity in action as they learned through exploration. We wrapped up our fantastic week with Pink Ink Drinks and a table full of yummy treats, generously made by our amazing parents. It was the perfect sweet ending to a week full of discovery, laughter, and learning. Thank you to everyone who helped make Dr. Seuss Science Week such a memorable experience for our students!

5 days ago, Pam Long

🦅 Inside the Eagle’s Nest 🦅 It has been an exciting and celebratory week inside the Eagle’s Nest! Our 5th grade students proudly presented their final novel unit projects, showcasing their creativity, comprehension, and hard work. It was wonderful to see them confidently share their learning and bring their stories to life. We also had a fantastic time celebrating Read Across America Week! Our Kindergarten students came dressed in full character, filling the halls with imagination and a love of reading. Their enthusiasm reminded us all just how magical books can be. Parents made special treats to help us celebrate. Congratulations to our Star Eagles, Lainey Carnes and Lillie Myers, for shining brightly and setting a wonderful example for their classmates. ⭐🦅 We are also proud to recognize 14 students who earned certificates for a personal pan pizza through the Pizza Hut Book It! program. Their commitment to reading is paying off in a delicious way! What a great reminder that hard work, creativity, and a love for reading continue to soar inside the Eagle’s Nest! 📚🦅

5 days ago, Pam Long

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

6 days ago, Lori Hopkins

Celebrating RAIDER PRIDE! Thanks to our spirited crew! Friday is just around the corner. Let's fill the schools and the stands in ROYAL BLUE AND WHITE! 💙
#GoRaiders
#TogetherWeRise

6 days ago, Lori Hopkins

Destiny has such a heart for art. 🎨

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. 💙

6 days ago, Lori Hopkins

The GOOD STUFF… 💙
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. 🙏🏻

6 days ago, Lori Hopkins

The GOOD STUFF… 🥰
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! 💙

7 days ago, Lori Hopkins

Joan Held, a community member and awesome human!

Raiders, you know what this means!! 💙
#alumnievent #thisFriday #TogetherWeRise #WipeOUT! 🥁

7 days ago, Lori Hopkins

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! 💙

7 days ago, Lori Hopkins

THE GOOD STUFF... 💙
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! 👏🏻👏🏻

8 days ago, Lori Hopkins

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!

9 days ago, Lori Hopkins

The STEAM class at the high school learned about different types of bridges and how each one serves its purpose for different locations. They were challenged to build their own bridges out of paper to see how much weight they could hold. Each group was allowed 80 pieces of paper to roll up and build their bridges. Each one was successful in holding 4 two liter bottles of water, so we decided to up the stakes on weight by letting grade schoolers stand on them. Those paper bridges made it all the way to the 4th grade before collapsing. Everyone had a good time and thanks to the younger kids and their teachers for helping us out. Hopefully, we'll inspire some young scientists.

9 days ago, Amy Manker