BRUSSELS CUSD 42

While the big kids are away, the little kids will play! 1st and 2nd enjoyed being the big kids of the school today. They participated in a directed drawing of a turkey, put together and colored their very own individual puzzles, and ended the day with a movie and popcorn!

The 3-5 grade Social Studies classes enjoyed a field trip to Cahokia Mounds. We learned a lot played a Native American game called "Chunky", and hiked up Monks Mound. Everyone climbed up all 156 up and 156 back down.

We had a lot of fun learning in science today! 1st and 2nd grade is learning all about light. Today we learned the difference between natural and man made light. We searched our room for man made light and ended our lesson with reading with flashlights.

It's November and we're gearing up for our Puzzle fundraiser for Scholastic Bowl! If you're ready to put that last piece in, please RSVP with your group to: amanker@brussels42.net or khartle@brussels42.net We're trying to get an idea of how many puzzles to order for our Puzzle Night on November 20th.

Mrs. Cundiff's class loves to I Spy with this 6ft Search and Discover poster about the America's. They locate different historical figures, symbols, and artifacts. They circle them, mark them located and read about each one in a special book. Great activity for early finishers!

Our kindergarten class had a fa-BOO-lous Halloween party filled with laughter, smiles, and spooktacular fun! 🎃👻

🎃👻 Spooky Walkthrough 2026 – Brussels CUSD #42! 👻🎃 What a SPOOKTACULAR day at Brussels Elementary! 🧡🖤 Our gym was filled with ghosts, goblins, princesses, superheroes, and all kinds of creative characters as our students showed off their Halloween costumes for families, friends, and community members! We want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who helped make this special event possible! 🎃 Our amazing PTO for their hard work, creativity, and dedication in transforming our gym into a Halloween wonderland! 👻 Our wonderful teachers and staff for going above and beyond to make this a fun and memorable experience for our students! 🧡 Our families and community members for coming out, cheering on our students, and supporting the special things happening at Brussels! Events like these remind us just how fortunate we are to be part of such a caring, supportive school community. It's about more than costumes and candy—it's about making memories, building connections, and celebrating our students! Thank you for helping us make today a little more magical! We couldn't do it without our Brussels family! 💙🤍 Together We Rise! P.S. More photos to come.

💙🤍 At Brussels, We Are Here to Serve! 🤍💙 Sometimes the best lessons happen outside the classroom! This morning, as I was arriving at school, one of our neighbors across the parking lot approached me needing a little help. Her car battery was dead, and she was hoping someone could lend a hand. One quick call to Mr. Baalman's Early Bird PE class, and he had a group of young gentlemen on their way to save the day! 💪🚗 A special shout-out to Theo Pohlman, Jed Struse, and Aiden Plummer for stepping up and lending a helping hand! What a wonderful reminder that being part of the Brussels family means more than academics and athletics. It's about kindness, character, community, and stepping up when someone needs help. I'm so proud of these young men for answering the call without hesitation and showing what it truly means to be a Brussels Raider! Way to go, Theo, Jed, and Aiden! You made someone's morning a little brighter, and you certainly made us proud! 💙 Together We Rise! 🦅💙🤍

Recess ended up being a school wide science class as the kids had a great time finding crickets on the playground. Our school total 110 crickets in 30 minutes!

It was a busy day in Mrs. Cundiff's science classes. 3rd/4th grade learned about the water cycle and how rain forms as part of their Weather/Climate study. They had fun creating rain clouds as part of their study. 1st/2nd grade had a great time making witchy green playdough as they measured, mixed, and observed the changes of their ingredients.

💙🤍 Celebrating Excellence at Brussels CUSD #42! 🦅 Congratulations to Mrs. Keishia Hartle and Mrs. Melissa Nolte on receiving two well-deserved awards! 🌟 World Changer Award – Mrs. Keishia Hartle This award recognizes an individual whose positive impact extends beyond the classroom, making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. 🌟 Guiding Light Award – Mrs. Melissa Nolte This award honors an individual who helps others shine through encouragement, mentorship, and teamwork. We are fortunate to have these outstanding educators as part of our Brussels team! Their dedication, leadership, and commitment to others truly make a difference. Stay tuned as we continue recognizing more deserving members of our Brussels family! 💙🤍 Together We Rise!

Come on out and share in the fun! 🎃👻

💙🤍 Together We Rise! Thank you to our teachers, staff, parents, and guardians for making Parent-Teacher Conferences a success! We appreciate the dedication of our teachers and staff, as well as the families who took the time to attend and discuss their students' progress. Strong partnerships between home and school are essential to student success. Thank you for your continued involvement and commitment to your child's education! Brussels CUSD #42

🏀💙🤍 Way to Go, Lady Eagles! 🦅 What a great night of basketball! Our Brussels Lady Eagles gave it their all in a hard-fought, well-played game against a tough opponent. Although we came up a little short on the scoreboard, our girls showed heart, hustle, determination, and teamwork from start to finish! A HUGE shoutout to our amazing Eagle fans! Your cheers, encouragement, and support made the night even more special. We are so fortunate to have a community that shows up and cheers on our students! Keep your heads high, Lady Eagles! We are proud of your effort, your sportsmanship, and the way you represent Brussels! 💙🤍 Eagle Pride! Together We Rise! 🦅🏀

🏀 It's Game Day! 💙🤍

Our 5th/6th Grade Lady Eagles take on the Lady Hawks tonight at 6:00 PM for their first home game of the season!

Come out, cheer on our girls, and show your Eagle pride! 🦅

🍿 Concessions will be available!

Go Eagles! 💙🏀

🔨 Construction Core Class 🛠️ Our Construction Core students are gaining hands-on experience while learning valuable skills in the shop! We love seeing our Raiders learn by doing and develop skills they can carry into future careers! 💙🤍

🧩💙 Brussels High School Puzzle Night Fundraiser! 📅 Friday, November 20, 2026 📍 Brussels Cafeteria 🚪 Doors open at 6 PM | Event starts at 7 PM 💲 $20 per person | Teams of up to 6 Enjoy a 500-piece puzzle challenge, 50/50 tickets, basket raffle, and snacks! 🎁🥤 All proceeds support our Scholastic Bowl team with a new buzzer system, uniforms, and question sets. Gather your team and join the fun! 🧩🙌 Share & spread the word! 💙 #BrusselsHighSchool #PuzzleNight #ScholasticBowl #Fundraiser

☕🍩 Coffee & Donuts was a hit!

A huge thank you to everyone who came out and supported the Brussels PTO! We are so thankful for our wonderful community and the continued support you show our students and school. It's the little things that make our community so special!

TOGETHER WE RISE 💙🤍

☕🍩 COFFEE & DONUT DRIVE-THRU! 🍩☕

Start your morning off right with a little pick-me-up, courtesy of the Brussels PTO!

Swing by our Coffee & Donut Drive-Thru for a delicious treat and a warm cup of coffee to kick-start your day!

📅 Date: October 23rd
⏰ Time: 7:30-10am
📍 Location: Brussels Funeral Home parking lot

Open to the public! Come out and support the Brussels PTO while enjoying a sweet start to your morning!

☕🍩 Good coffee, sweet treats, and a great community!

#BrusselsPTO #CoffeeAndDonuts #SupportOurSchool #BrusselsRaiders