Blackhawk Sports reminder! Today we will be offering sports and school physicals for all students at the Jr/Sr high school until finished then move to the grade school for $20. Physicals are required to participate in sports, band, incoming kindergarten, incoming 6th grade, and incoming freshmen for the 2026-2027 school year. There will be no participation, including open gyms, next year with no physical. Students do not have to stay the entire day. They can leave once their physical is completed. This is a quick and easy way to become compliant for the 2026-2027 school year!
Early dismissal dates for the remainder of the school year.
Thursday, May 14th 2:10/2:20PM dismissal (HS Graduation)
Monday, May 18th 2:10/2:20PM dismissal (Exam Schedule)
Tuesday, May 19th 2:10/2:20PM dismissal (8th Grade Promotion)
Wednesday, May 20th 12:40/12:50PM dismissal (Last Day of School)
Seniors, your big week is here! Take a moment to look back on the memories you've made — the friends, the late nights, the victories, and the growth. Now it's time to celebrate!
Important dates:
May 12: Rehearsal @ 10:00 a.m. (HS)
May 13: Senior Walks @ 8:45 a.m. for 9:00am walk at the elementary & 9:30 a.m. at the High School, Dress Rehearsal @ 10:00 a.m. (HS)
May 14: Arrive @ 5:15 p.m., Graduation @ 6:00 p.m. (HS)
Let's finish strong and enjoy every moment of this milestone.
Important dates:
May 12: Rehearsal @ 10:00 a.m. (HS)
May 13: Senior Walks @ 8:45 a.m. for 9:00am walk at the elementary & 9:30 a.m. at the High School, Dress Rehearsal @ 10:00 a.m. (HS)
May 14: Arrive @ 5:15 p.m., Graduation @ 6:00 p.m. (HS)
Let's finish strong and enjoy every moment of this milestone.
Blackhawk Families dates to remember:
May 12th SGS Art Show 6:00 pm
May 12th The Band Spring Concert 6:00 pm
May 13th Senior walk through at the Grade School 9:00 am
May 14th High School Graduation @ SHS Gymnasium 6:00 pm
May 14th Early Dismissal 2:10 pm (GS) 2:20 pm (Jr/Sr High)
May 15th Grade School Picnic Day at Breese Park
May 18th HS and JR High Sports awards 6:00 pm
May 18th Early Dismissal 2:10 pm (GS) 2:20 pm (Jr/Sr High)
May 19th 8th Grade Promotion @ SHS Gymnasium 6:00 pm
May 19th Early Dismissal 2:10 pm (GS) 2:20 pm (Jr/Sr High)
May 20th Last Day of School! Report Card Day
May 20th Early Dismissal 12:40 pm (GS) 12:50 pm (Jr/Sr High)
May 12th SGS Art Show 6:00 pm
May 12th The Band Spring Concert 6:00 pm
May 13th Senior walk through at the Grade School 9:00 am
May 14th High School Graduation @ SHS Gymnasium 6:00 pm
May 14th Early Dismissal 2:10 pm (GS) 2:20 pm (Jr/Sr High)
May 15th Grade School Picnic Day at Breese Park
May 18th HS and JR High Sports awards 6:00 pm
May 18th Early Dismissal 2:10 pm (GS) 2:20 pm (Jr/Sr High)
May 19th 8th Grade Promotion @ SHS Gymnasium 6:00 pm
May 19th Early Dismissal 2:10 pm (GS) 2:20 pm (Jr/Sr High)
May 20th Last Day of School! Report Card Day
May 20th Early Dismissal 12:40 pm (GS) 12:50 pm (Jr/Sr High)
Black Hawk families, we invite the families of our honorees to join us for the Jr/Sr High Academic Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 28, 1:00–2:00 PM.
Gym doors will open at 12:40 PM. We are proud to recognize the achievements of these outstanding students.
Gym doors will open at 12:40 PM. We are proud to recognize the achievements of these outstanding students.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are pleased to share the schedule for Sandoval High School Prom 2026. Please review the information below to help your student prepare for Prom and Post Prom activities.
Friday, April 17
• Decorating begins at 3:00 p.m. Parents of junior students are welcome to assist.
Saturday, April 18
• 6:30 p.m. – Doors open
• 7:00 p.m. – Coronation (Parents may attend from 6:30–7:30 p.m.)
• 7:00–10:00 p.m. – Prom Dance
• After the dance, students and chaperones will help clean up and change clothes before departing for Post Prom at The Edge in Belleville.
Post Prom Schedule
• 10:45–11:00 p.m. – Load buses and depart Sandoval High School
• 12:00–4:00 a.m. – Lock‑in event at The Edge (Sandoval students only)
• 4:15–4:30 a.m. – Depart The Edge
• 5:15–5:30 a.m. – Arrive at Sandoval High School for attendance prizes and breakfast donated by Casey's
• 6:00 a.m. – Students dismissed to go home
Important Reminders
• Students attending Post Prom are encouraged to bring a change of clothes. Any student bringing a bag will be required to have it checked to ensure no prohibited or illegal items are brought into the event.
ALL PERMISSION SLIPS MUST BE TURNED IN NO LATER THAN APRIL 15, 2026.. Permission slips are in the office if your student has not picked one up. Students must be present on Friday, April 17th in order to attend Prom on April 18th.
• Students who ordered a Prom shirt must submit the $15.00 payment by Friday, April 17.
• Guests of Sandoval junior or senior students attending Post Prom must submit the $35.00 guest fee by Friday, April 17, 2026
We are pleased to share the schedule for Sandoval High School Prom 2026. Please review the information below to help your student prepare for Prom and Post Prom activities.
Friday, April 17
• Decorating begins at 3:00 p.m. Parents of junior students are welcome to assist.
Saturday, April 18
• 6:30 p.m. – Doors open
• 7:00 p.m. – Coronation (Parents may attend from 6:30–7:30 p.m.)
• 7:00–10:00 p.m. – Prom Dance
• After the dance, students and chaperones will help clean up and change clothes before departing for Post Prom at The Edge in Belleville.
Post Prom Schedule
• 10:45–11:00 p.m. – Load buses and depart Sandoval High School
• 12:00–4:00 a.m. – Lock‑in event at The Edge (Sandoval students only)
• 4:15–4:30 a.m. – Depart The Edge
• 5:15–5:30 a.m. – Arrive at Sandoval High School for attendance prizes and breakfast donated by Casey's
• 6:00 a.m. – Students dismissed to go home
Important Reminders
• Students attending Post Prom are encouraged to bring a change of clothes. Any student bringing a bag will be required to have it checked to ensure no prohibited or illegal items are brought into the event.
ALL PERMISSION SLIPS MUST BE TURNED IN NO LATER THAN APRIL 15, 2026.. Permission slips are in the office if your student has not picked one up. Students must be present on Friday, April 17th in order to attend Prom on April 18th.
• Students who ordered a Prom shirt must submit the $15.00 payment by Friday, April 17.
• Guests of Sandoval junior or senior students attending Post Prom must submit the $35.00 guest fee by Friday, April 17, 2026
Spring is here! On Tuesday, March 31st Sandoval Elementary will be dismissing early at 2:10pm and the Jr-Sr High School will dismiss at 2:20pm to begin Spring Break. There will be no school attendance Wednesday, April 1st - Monday, April 6th. School will resume on Tuesday, April 7th. We look forward to a safe and relaxing spring break!
If you are the parent of a student with special needs, please see the important message below:
As part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), KSED must
complete an annual Needs Improvement survey that allows them to prioritize the
needs of students with disabilities by examining overall services and professional
development needed. Please go to ( www.ksed801.com ) and you will find a large
blue title “KSED Needs Improvement Survey” on the top of our homepage. Simply
click the link on the home page to complete the Needs Assessment form.
Thank you!
As part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), KSED must
complete an annual Needs Improvement survey that allows them to prioritize the
needs of students with disabilities by examining overall services and professional
development needed. Please go to ( www.ksed801.com ) and you will find a large
blue title “KSED Needs Improvement Survey” on the top of our homepage. Simply
click the link on the home page to complete the Needs Assessment form.
Thank you!
Blackhawk families, school will be in session tomorrow, Monday, March 2, 2026, for all students at both the Elementary School and the Jr./Sr. High School. The waterline has been fully repaired, and the boil‑water order has officially been lifted by local authorities. With these issues resolved, our buildings are safe, fully operational, and ready for a normal school day.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation during this unexpected disruption. Thank you to our maintenance team and community partners for their quick work in restoring full service. We look forward to welcoming students back tomorrow and returning to our regular schedule.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation during this unexpected disruption. Thank you to our maintenance team and community partners for their quick work in restoring full service. We look forward to welcoming students back tomorrow and returning to our regular schedule.
Due to the continued repair and testing of the water main break at the Elementary school, both district buildings (Sandoval Elementary & Sandoval Jr-Sr High School) will be REMOTE Learning for Friday, February 27th. Please look for upcoming information regarding remote learning, field trips and extracurricular activities.
Due to a water main break at the Elementary school, both district buildings (Sandoval Elementary & Sandoval Jr-Sr High School) will be REMOTE Learning for Thursday, February 26th. Please look for upcoming information regarding remote learning, field trips and extracurricular activities.
Dear Sandoval Families,
As we approach the final months of the school year, we are excited to share the official dates for our upcoming graduation and promotion ceremonies.
High School Graduation will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Sandoval Jr./Sr. High School gymnasium. We look forward to honoring the accomplishments of our graduating seniors as they take their next steps beyond high school.
8th Grade Promotion will take place on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM, also in the Sandoval Jr./Sr. High School gymnasium. This ceremony celebrates our 8th graders as they transition into high school.
Additional details regarding seating, student arrival times, and any end‑of‑year activities will be shared as the dates approach. We are proud of our students and look forward to celebrating these important milestones with you.
Sincerely, Scott Bunting Principal, Sandoval Jr./Sr. High School
Blackhawk Families reminder that on Monday, February 16th there will be no school due to Presidents day. We will return to school on Tuesday the 17th for a regular school day.
Blackhawk Nation!
The Jr. High school volleyball game has been cancelled for today (February13, 2026) as the other team doesn't have enough players due to illness.
Sandoval Jr./Sr. High School and Sandoval Elementary will be in session tomorrow, January 29th. We’ve been driving and checking the roads, while there are still a few slick spots out there, the conditions have improved enough for us to move forward with a normal school day. If your child rides the bus, please have them stay inside until they actually see the bus pulling up so they’re not waiting out in the cold.
Take your time in the morning, drive carefully, and we’ll see everyone at school tomorrow. Stay safe out there.
Take your time in the morning, drive carefully, and we’ll see everyone at school tomorrow. Stay safe out there.
Sandoval Jr./Sr. High School and Sandoval Elementary will be closed tomorrow due to an abundance of caution following our review of bus routes and the latest weather alerts.The safety of our students, staff, and families always comes first, and the current conditions make travel unsafe.
To ensure the safety of all students and staff, the district will implement an E‑Learning Day for Wednesday, January 28th. Students packets and information were provided earlier in the month. Students should log in and complete assignments as directed by their teachers. Students who attend Kaskaskia College should remember to contact their instructors if they are unable to attend class as the college has posted that it is in session.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the well‑being of our school community. Please stay safe and monitor district communication channels for any further updates.
To ensure the safety of all students and staff, the district will implement an E‑Learning Day for Wednesday, January 28th. Students packets and information were provided earlier in the month. Students should log in and complete assignments as directed by their teachers. Students who attend Kaskaskia College should remember to contact their instructors if they are unable to attend class as the college has posted that it is in session.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the well‑being of our school community. Please stay safe and monitor district communication channels for any further updates.
Due to the winter weather and hazardous road conditions, Sandoval Elementary & Jr-Sr High School will have an E-Learning day for Tuesday, January 27th. Students packets and information were provided earlier in the month. The safety of our students, staff, and families always comes first, and the current conditions make travel unsafe. Please enjoy the day at home, stay warm, and take care if you must be out on the roads. We’ll share updates about schedules or make‑up days as soon as they’re available. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Stay safe, Blackhawks!
Stay safe, Blackhawks!
Due to the winter weather and hazardous road conditions, Sandoval Elementary & Jr-Sr High School will have an E-Learning day for Monday, January 26th. Students packets and information were provided earlier in the month.
The safety of our students, staff, and families always comes first, and the current conditions make travel unsafe. Please enjoy the day at home, stay warm, and take care if you must be out on the roads. We’ll share updates about schedules or make‑up days as soon as they’re available.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Stay safe, Blackhawks!
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The safety of our students, staff, and families always comes first, and the current conditions make travel unsafe. Please enjoy the day at home, stay warm, and take care if you must be out on the roads. We’ll share updates about schedules or make‑up days as soon as they’re available.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Stay safe, Blackhawks!
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We hope everyone enjoyed a safe and relaxing winter break. School will resume for students on Tuesday, January 6th, and we’ll be back on our regular schedule. We’re excited to welcome students back and jump into a great start to the new year. Let’s return ready to learn, reconnect, and finish the semester strong.
Dear Blackhawk Families,
As we head into the Christmas holiday season, please note our adjusted dismissal times:
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Elementary School: 2:10 PM
Jr./Sr. High School: 2:20 PM
Friday, December 19, 2025
Elementary School: 12:40 PM
Jr./Sr. High School: 12:50 PM
We wish all of our students and families a joyful Christmas break filled with peace, laughter, and cherished moments together. Thank you for your continued support, and may your holiday season be merry and bright!
As we head into the Christmas holiday season, please note our adjusted dismissal times:
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Elementary School: 2:10 PM
Jr./Sr. High School: 2:20 PM
Friday, December 19, 2025
Elementary School: 12:40 PM
Jr./Sr. High School: 12:50 PM
We wish all of our students and families a joyful Christmas break filled with peace, laughter, and cherished moments together. Thank you for your continued support, and may your holiday season be merry and bright!