Lalumier Elementary School
6702 Bond Avenue, Cahokia Heights, IL 62207
Phone 618-332-3713 Fax 618-332-3811
Jill Behan, Principal
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to an exciting 2025-2026 school year. My name is Jill Behan, and I am overjoyed to be the principal of Lalumier Elementary. I hope that your summer was spent having relaxing and endless fun. I look forward to working with parents, staff, and students to create an environment such that the students will grow academically, emotionally, and socially into well-rounded citizens. The first day of school is Monday, August 18, 2025.
The Lalumier staff and myself look forward to getting to know each and every child, meeting their academic needs, and challenging them to be the best they can be. Through open communication, monthly newsletters, family engagement activities, and volunteer opportunities we can build a strong family involvement at Lalumier Elementary. These approaches encourage a sense of community and partnership between families and the school, ultimately supporting student success.
I personally have a few goals that I will be working on this school year. The first goal is to cultivate a positive and nurturing school climate and culture at Lalumier. In such an environment, every student feels a sense of belonging, is valued, and is empowered to reach their full potential. My second goal for Lalumier Elementary is to see your child come to school everyday. The district has taken to the motto “Attend today, succeed tomorrow!” There is a link between attendance and academic success, social development, and future opportunities.
Feel free to contact me at any time, and I look forward to collaborating with you.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Jill Behan Principal
Important Information
August Dates
Thursday, August 14th-OPEN HOUSE 4:30-6:00 pm
Monday, August 17th (First Full Day-Students) 7:45 a.m.-2:15 p.m.
School Day 7:45-2:15
School starts at 7:45 a.m. and dismisses at 2:15 p.m.
Breakfast and lunch will be served daily
School Hours: 7:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
Student Hours: 7:45 – 2:15 PM
Early Dismissal Hours: Please see attached calendar for all important dates:
Friday Release Times
SIP Days- 7:45-11:15
PLC Friday-7:45-1:15
School Supplies:
All Students will be provided a clear backpack that needs to be carried from home to school daily. Personal Backpacks will not be allowed for safety concerns.
Students will be provided the necessary materials to be successful in school.
Students are encouraged to bring in tissue or kleenex, paper towels, and clorox wipes.
ATTENDANCE: Lalumier Secretary Mrs. Holmes 618-332-5120
Absences: According to the new policy from the Regional Office of Education, if your child is going to be absent from school, you must call the school no later than 8:30 a.m. If you do not call and inform the school of an absence, the State Law requires us to contact you. If no one is reached, the absence is considered unexcused. After an accumulation of three unexcused absences, our school truancy officer will contact you to set up an appointment. It is vital that you respond to the Truancy letter. If absences continue, we will refer your child to the Regional Office of Truancy Board.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Communication: Please update the office (332-5120) with any new contact information. Important contact information includes information such as, email, phone number, or address information.
Parents/ Guardians will receive a Lalumier Message every week via email with valuable information and dates.
At the beginning of every month, parents will receive a newsletter and calendar for upcoming events. The newsletter includes important information to remind family members to support the activities.
Please “like” our District and Lalumier Facebook Page for school-wide information.
Calling the School: If you would like to talk with a teacher, please understand that classes will not be interrupted, this is the time where teachers are busy preparing assignments for your student. To ensure that education is not interrupted, teachers and staff can only be seen by scheduling appointments. The secretary will be more than happy to take a message for you and the teacher will return the call, when he/she is available. If there is an emergency, you are more than welcome to ask to speak with the principal and they will help you in any way possible.
Breakfast/Lunch Program: Once again, there will be no cost for lunch this year. All students eat FREE. Please visit our district webpage for more information on the breakfast/lunch program in your area.
REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS: Lalumier School Nurse: 618-332-5147
School physicals are required for Pre-School, Kindergarten, 6th, and 9th grades. Dental exams are required for Kindergarten, 2nd, and 6th grades. Eye exams (completed by an Eye doctor) are required for Kindergarten.
