St. Jacob Elementary School

Happy Instructional Coach Day! Thank you to the coaches who empower teachers, spark innovation, and strengthen our schools every day. Your mentorship transforms classrooms and changes lives. We appreciate all you do!

#Growing2gether

2 days ago, Triad Community Unit #2

Triad CUSD #2 would like to announce a new section on our district website dedicated to the multiple building construction projects taking place over the next two years. Check back often to follow the progress.

https://www.tcusd2.org/o/tcusd2/page/construction-news-updates

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5 days ago, Triad Community Unit #2

👷🏼‍♂️Yesterday, Triad CUSD #2 broke ground on a new Triad Middle School. Since 1959, our current building has stood as a place of learning—first for 40 years as Triad High School, and for the last 26 years as Triad Middle School, home to our 6th through 8th grade students. Generations of young people have walked its halls, gained knowledge, built friendships, and discovered their potential within those walls. That history is something we carry with pride.

But as our communities continue to grow, so too must our schools. The new Triad Middle School that we break ground on today represents more than just bricks and mortar—it represents our commitment to meeting the needs of today’s students while preparing for the generations to come.

At the new Triad Middle School, our students will have opportunities that simply weren’t possible before. Modern learning spaces, innovative technology, and facilities designed for collaboration will allow them to explore, create, and grow in ways that will shape their futures. This building is not just for the next few years—it will serve students and families for decades to come. 🚧

🌱#Growing2gether

7 days ago, Triad Community Unit #2

BOE President Jeff Hewitt, Superintendent Jason Henderson

Triad Admin, BOE, Architect, and Construction

This is a reminder that tomorrow, September 17th, will be a School Improvement Day for the Triad district. Elementary students will be released at 11:50 AM, middle school students at 10:30 AM, and high school students at 10:45 AM.

22 days ago, Triad Community Unit #2

🖥️ Shoutout to our amazing IT staff on School IT Appreciation Day! You keep our classrooms connected, our systems secure, and our learning flowing seamlessly. From troubleshooting to training, you're the tech heroes behind our success! Thank you! #Growing2gether

22 days ago, Triad Community Unit #2

🌟 Celebrating World Physical Therapy Day! 🌟

Huge thanks to our amazing PT team - Lisa Luer & Melanie Loftus - for helping our students move, grow & thrive every day! Your dedication makes all the difference! 💪

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about 1 month ago, Triad Community Unit #2

This afternoon, Triad CUSD #2 broke ground on the Knights Crossing Transition House. Knights Crossing will be a school home where our young adults learn and practice the skills they need for independent living -- cooking meals, managing daily responsibilities, and gaining confidence for the future. The name is fitting: just as Knights are known for courage and perseverance, this house represents a crossing into adulthood, independence, and opportunity. This house reflects the heart of the Triad district's mission: preparing every student for life beyond the classroom. It would not be possible without the vision of our board, our staff, the support of our families, and the commitment of our community. Together, we are building more than a house -- we are building a foundation for independence and success for generations to come. #Growing2gether

about 1 month ago, Triad Community Unit #2

🌱 Growing2gether - Our 2025-26 Theme! 🌱

As we kick off another incredible school year, we're excited to share our theme: Growing2gether - a perfect fit for Triad CUSD #2!

From our humble beginnings in 1959 with 79 seniors and 22 teachers, we've grown into a thriving family of 565 staff members serving record enrollment numbers. Our 8th grade class of 339 students is the largest in Triad history! 📈

But growth isn't just about numbers - it's about:
✨ Academic excellence (87% AP exam pass rate!)
🎵 Thriving programs (138 members in our largest band ever!)
🏆 Championship success (15 state titles and counting!)
🏗️ New facilities (groundbreaking for our new middle school this fall!)

Growing2gether means we support each other - students, staff, families, and community - as we continue building on our legacy of excellence. Together, we're not just growing in size, we're growing in our ambitions, our goals, and our commitment to every Hornet, Cub, Star, Spartan, Crusader, and Knight! 💙❤️

#Growing2gether

about 2 months ago, Triad Community Unit #2

🎉 Welcome to Our Amazing School Communities!

We're excited to introduce our newest team members joining us this year:

🐻 St. Jacob Elementary Cubs:
📚 Kaitlyn Portell - 5th Grade Teacher
🏃‍♂️ Jake Laird - Physical Education Teacher

🐝 Marine Elementary Hornets:
🏃‍♂️ Jake Laird - Physical Education Teacher

We're so fortunate to have these dedicated educators joining our families! Kaitlyn will be inspiring our 5th grade Cubs, while Jake will be bringing energy and enthusiasm to PE classes at both schools.

Please join us in giving them a warm welcome as they help our Cubs and Hornets learn, grow, and buzz with excitement this school year! #Growing2gether

2 months ago, Triad Community Unit #2

Aramark, Triad's Food Service Provider, is now hiring. Visit https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6344962fc4f31288&from=shareddesktop_copy to apply.

3 months ago, Triad Community Unit #2

Triad CUSD #2 has released the 2025-2026 School Supply Lists for each school and they can be found at https://www.tcusd2.org/article/2281389. Enjoy the rest of your summer! #TriadTogether

4 months ago, Triad Community Unit #2

On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten. Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve. #TriadTogether