Congratulations to our Band, Orchestra, and Choir students who performed at IESA solo/ensemble contest on Saturday, April 11th. Together our students earned a total of 26 Superior ratings with 10 perfect scores and 7 excellent ratings. We had three students who were selected as “best of day” in their performing rooms. Kinley Collins (7th grade) and Noelle Fightmaster (8th grade) for best of day vocalists, and Cora King (8th grade) for best of day pianist. We are so proud of all of our performing students!
Attention 8th Grade Parents: Promotion Information
The BUGC Under the Sea Dance was held on Friday, April 10, 2026, for 7th and 8th-grade students at the Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center. Hosted by the Student Council, the evening transformed the school into an underwater escape for students to celebrate together. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO MADE THE DANCE A SUCCESS!
Spine Poetry from 8th Grade ELA teacher Mrs. Lane .
7th and 8th Grade Students at BUGC who completed a Success Plan for the 4th Quarter participated in an extra recess this past week. Also, students with 95% Attendance for the school year have the opportunity to pick tracks that are played during passing periods throughout April and May. Lastly, Advisory Groups who are exemplary in our BUGC RISE Principles were acknowledged.
Mr. Mathews' Advisory Group exemplified the Respect Principle. Mrs. Lane's Advisory Group received top honors for the Principle, Inspire Others while there was a three way tie between Mrs. Lane's, Mr. McConnell's and Mr. Bright's Advisory Groups for Self-Control. Mr. McConnell's Advisory Group received top honors for practicing the Principle, Equip Ourselves for Success. Our Tigers RISE together better!
Mr. Mathews' Advisory Group exemplified the Respect Principle. Mrs. Lane's Advisory Group received top honors for the Principle, Inspire Others while there was a three way tie between Mrs. Lane's, Mr. McConnell's and Mr. Bright's Advisory Groups for Self-Control. Mr. McConnell's Advisory Group received top honors for practicing the Principle, Equip Ourselves for Success. Our Tigers RISE together better!
BUGC Lunch menu for April 13-17.
BUGC Lunch menu for April 7-10, 2026
HELLO Upper Grade Center Families! We just wanted to take a second to update you on a few things.
Upcoming Dance
Student Council will be hosting a dance on Friday, April 10th. Tickets are $5 and will be sold during lunch from April 8th to 10th; they can also be purchased at the door. Students must have their ID and ticket to enter. Students without IDs will be turned away. If a student needs a replacement, they need to let the office know by the end of the day tomorrow (4/2). The dance is only for 7th and 8th Grade BUGC Students. A flyer is attached for your records.
Calendar Update
Just a reminder that there will be no school this Friday, April 3rd and Monday, April 6th due to Easter.
On Wednesday, April 22nd, BUGC students will be dismissed at 11:10 due to a Teacher's Institute Day.
Dress Code
As the weather begins to warm, we wanted to take a second to remind our families of our dress code, which is posted below. Please review it for your records. Our dress code is designed to ensure all students feel comfortable, safe, and ready to engage in their daily activities. By taking a few moments to look this over together, you help us keep the focus where it belongs: on your student’s success. We truly appreciate your partnership. Thank you for helping us keep Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center a great place to learn!
Student dress (including accessories) may not advertise, promote, or picture alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, violent behavior, or other inappropriate images.
Student dress (including accessories) may not display lewd, vulgar, or obscene language and symbols, including gang symbols.
All clothing must have a strap and go from shoulder to thigh and the length of shorts or skirts must be appropriate for the school environment. Clothing with holes, rips, tears and clothing that is otherwise poorly fitting that is showing skin/undergarments from chest to thigh is not allowed.
Sunglasses are not to be worn inside the building.
Headwear must allow the face to be visible and not interfere with the line of sight of any student or staff. No hoods are allowed up after entering the building. Headwear is subject to classroom rules.
Footwear must be worn at all times.
Headphones/airpods are only allowed with teacher approval.
Sleepwear, onesies, and costumes are reserved for spirit days or other special occasions.
Purses are not allowed in classrooms.
Students whose dress causes a substantial disruption to the orderly process of school functions or endangers the health or safety of the student, other students, staff or others may be subject to discipline.
BUGC Circle Drive
As a reminder, please do not enter the circle drive while buses are present. This is a safety concern and, if the bus stop arm is open, could lead to a stop arm violation issued by the Bourbonnais Police Department.
Thank you for all that you do! If you have any questions, please reach out to our office at 815.929.5200
Upcoming Dance
Student Council will be hosting a dance on Friday, April 10th. Tickets are $5 and will be sold during lunch from April 8th to 10th; they can also be purchased at the door. Students must have their ID and ticket to enter. Students without IDs will be turned away. If a student needs a replacement, they need to let the office know by the end of the day tomorrow (4/2). The dance is only for 7th and 8th Grade BUGC Students. A flyer is attached for your records.
Calendar Update
Just a reminder that there will be no school this Friday, April 3rd and Monday, April 6th due to Easter.
On Wednesday, April 22nd, BUGC students will be dismissed at 11:10 due to a Teacher's Institute Day.
Dress Code
As the weather begins to warm, we wanted to take a second to remind our families of our dress code, which is posted below. Please review it for your records. Our dress code is designed to ensure all students feel comfortable, safe, and ready to engage in their daily activities. By taking a few moments to look this over together, you help us keep the focus where it belongs: on your student’s success. We truly appreciate your partnership. Thank you for helping us keep Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center a great place to learn!
Student dress (including accessories) may not advertise, promote, or picture alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, violent behavior, or other inappropriate images.
Student dress (including accessories) may not display lewd, vulgar, or obscene language and symbols, including gang symbols.
All clothing must have a strap and go from shoulder to thigh and the length of shorts or skirts must be appropriate for the school environment. Clothing with holes, rips, tears and clothing that is otherwise poorly fitting that is showing skin/undergarments from chest to thigh is not allowed.
Sunglasses are not to be worn inside the building.
Headwear must allow the face to be visible and not interfere with the line of sight of any student or staff. No hoods are allowed up after entering the building. Headwear is subject to classroom rules.
Footwear must be worn at all times.
Headphones/airpods are only allowed with teacher approval.
Sleepwear, onesies, and costumes are reserved for spirit days or other special occasions.
Purses are not allowed in classrooms.
Students whose dress causes a substantial disruption to the orderly process of school functions or endangers the health or safety of the student, other students, staff or others may be subject to discipline.
BUGC Circle Drive
As a reminder, please do not enter the circle drive while buses are present. This is a safety concern and, if the bus stop arm is open, could lead to a stop arm violation issued by the Bourbonnais Police Department.
Thank you for all that you do! If you have any questions, please reach out to our office at 815.929.5200
Join us Under The Sea! BUGC Dance
Friday, April 10 ~ 5-7 pm
Good Morning Upper Grade Center Families!
Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Students will be participating in the IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) online State testing on March 31, April 1, and April 2. Test results will be shared once received from the State. This data is one tool that is used to help inform school improvement decisions.
To support your child's success on the tests:
Please check to ensure that your child's Chromebook is properly charged each day before testing.
Please check to see if your child has headphones - these will be needed for testing purposes.
Encourage they attend school on test days.
Encourage good sleep and breakfast the morning of the test.
Please make sure that your child is on time to school each day. Once testing has started each day, students are not allowed to join a testing session that has already begun and will be placed in a makeup testing session.
Remind them to ask questions if needed.
Remind them to have a book to read if they get done testing early.
Reinforce your confidence in their abilities.
Advise them to stay calm and do their best.
Your partnership with us will help to ensure that your child is as successful as they can be on testing days. We can't wait to show the State of Illinois what students at Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center are all about! Thank you for all that you do!
Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Students will be participating in the IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) online State testing on March 31, April 1, and April 2. Test results will be shared once received from the State. This data is one tool that is used to help inform school improvement decisions.
To support your child's success on the tests:
Please check to ensure that your child's Chromebook is properly charged each day before testing.
Please check to see if your child has headphones - these will be needed for testing purposes.
Encourage they attend school on test days.
Encourage good sleep and breakfast the morning of the test.
Please make sure that your child is on time to school each day. Once testing has started each day, students are not allowed to join a testing session that has already begun and will be placed in a makeup testing session.
Remind them to ask questions if needed.
Remind them to have a book to read if they get done testing early.
Reinforce your confidence in their abilities.
Advise them to stay calm and do their best.
Your partnership with us will help to ensure that your child is as successful as they can be on testing days. We can't wait to show the State of Illinois what students at Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center are all about! Thank you for all that you do!
A huge thank you to our amazing community for your incredible support! Together, the BUGC Student Council was able to raise $500, which has been donated to the United Way Disaster Relief Fund to help those in need.
In addition to our monetary donation, we successfully delivered essential items to Redeeming Life Ministries. Your generosity makes a direct impact on our neighbors and those facing difficult times. We couldn't have done it without you!
In addition to our monetary donation, we successfully delivered essential items to Redeeming Life Ministries. Your generosity makes a direct impact on our neighbors and those facing difficult times. We couldn't have done it without you!
Lunch menu for March 31 - April 2.
Final two days to bring in donations, we appreciate everything we’ve received so far!
BUGC Best Buddies celebrated inclusion month with a best buddies assembly. The students learned a lot about being a great friend and being inclusive.
BUGC DISASTER RELIEF DRIVE
BUGC Lunch menu for March 16-20, 2026 🍀
These BUGC wrestlers are STATE BOUND!!!
At BUGC the students had a chance to sign the banner during lunch.
By taking the pledge for Spread the Word, you are stepping into the role of a leader committed to shaping a more inclusive world. Your pledge signifies a powerful stance against derogatory language targeted at individuals with intellectual disabilities. Your commitment calls for change, inspiring others to follow suit and join the collective effort to eliminate discriminatory language. Together, we can create a society where everyone is valued, celebrated, and free from the impact of harmful stereotypes.
BUGC Lunch menu for March 9-13, 2026
BUGC 2026 Track and Field Tryout Information
