Cahokia Unit School District #187 -

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms. Polly Brinkman as the new 9th Grade Associate Principal for Cahokia High School for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Attention all CUSD #187 Freshman and Parents!!!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Mr. Roscoe Dowell as the new Athletic Director for Cahokia High School for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have his leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms. Bernetta Matory as the new Head Counselor at the Cahokia High School for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Hello CUSD #187,

Community Wellness Expo!!!

July 31st from 10am - 2pm
638 N. 20th Street in E. St. Louis, IL

See attached flyer!!

Join Our Team! School Secretaries Wanted!

Are you friendly, organized, and ready to be the face of our school? We're hiring a full-time School Secretary to lead our front office with energy and professionalism!

Apply now at CUSD187.ORG or tag someone who would be perfect!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Mr. Fernando Stevenson as the new Principal of Huffman Elementary School for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our school community!

🎉 Hello CUSD #187 Families! 🎉

It’s that time of year again the Cahokia School District #187 Back to School Festival is right around the corner!

🗓 Saturday, August 9th
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Cahokia Heights Fitness Center
509 Camp Jackson Road, Cahokia Heights, IL 62206

Bring the kids out for a day full of fun, games, entertainment, and more! 🎈

🎶 Plus, enjoy a special live music performance and special guest that’s sure to get everyone in the back-to-school spirit!

Let’s kick off the new school year together we can’t wait to see you there!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Mr. Ryan Bridgewater as the new Principal of Penniman Elementary School for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have his leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms. Jill Behan as the new Principal of Lalumier Elementary School for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms. Kristopher Fields as the new Principal of ACDC for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Dr. Bill Piening as the new Principal of Elizabeth Morris Elementary School for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have his leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms. Kristie Waller as the new 8th-grade Principal of WPMS for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Hello CUSD #187,

Attention all middle school softball players and parents.........

Wirth Middle School Softball Tryouts!!!!
July 30th and 31st - 5:30pm - 7pm
at the Cahokia High School Softball Field........

Please see attached Flyer!!!!

Greetings District #187,

Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms. Kimberly Wilson as the new 6th-grade Principal of OPMS for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms. Tiana Montgomery as the new Head Principal of WMS for the 2025–2026 school year. We are excited to have her leadership and vision guiding our school community!

Hello CUSD #187 ELL Parents....... The next opportunity to enroll will be for classes beginning August 18th. Anyone interested should text us at the number on the flyer (text in Spanish is fine!). They will have to come in for a registration session prior to the start of classes. Classes fill quickly!

Attention all CUSD #187 Parents.......... Comanche Society Summer Camp and Band Camp Begins June 9 - July 11, 2025. 10:00 am- 2:00 pm. Students will participate in STEM Education or Band Camp. Grades 5- 12th Grade

Saturday, May 31st, we will be hosting a food and clothing giveaway at Jerome School- 1825 Jerome Lane. We will start the giveaway at 10 am until 12 noon or while supplies last. Please pass on to all families in need. See you there!!!!

Hello Community! Team Kerengende is excited to host Kreate Space Summer Arts Camp! The first day of camp is almost upon us! Please share this opportunity with families and young folks who may want to attend. This two-week day camp (June 2–13, 2025) is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for rising 7th–10th graders to explore their creative voices, build confidence, and grow as future leaders—all in a safe, supportive, and expressive space. Camp isn’t just for artists—it’s for every young person who wants to connect, grow emotionally, and learn how to better express themselves. Whether they love to draw, write, speak, or simply explore new things, this camp offers powerful tools for communication, self-awareness, and leadership. Here’s what’s included: - Daily programming from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Art, poetry, storytelling, and hands-on creative activities - Group sessions on communication and boundaries - Inspiring field trips & visits from local guest speakers - Community Art Exhibition on the last day! Location: 1 S. Church Street, Downtown Belleville Cost: $200 (financial assistance available!) Deadline to register: May 20, 2025 >> [Register now] Let’s make sure no youth misses out on this empowering experience. You can help by registering a camper, sharing this email, or even sponsoring a participant so that every young voice has a space to be heard. Thank you for helping us create space for youth to shine.