Breese School District

On Tuesday, the Bobcats traveled an hour north of DC and visited Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. We watched a video about the influential battle of the Civil War, saw a massive 360 degree painting of Pickett's Charge, and had a guided bus tour of the battlefield. We saw buildings with remnants of cannon balls, places President Lincoln visited while there, and learned how the battle played out over three days in July 1863. Without this victory, the Union could have lost the Civil War. After returning to DC, we visited the MLK and FDR memorials. The plan was to also visit the Jefferson Memorial, but we didn't have time. The evening was spent in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, the oldest colonial community. We enjoyed time shopping, eating, and hanging out along the Potomac River.

4 days ago, Chris Schomaker

Our final day in DC involved a lot of walking! We totaled about 15,000-16,000 steps on this day alone! Our day started at Arlington National Cemetery. We learned there are over 400,000 graves and funerals are held there almost daily. We visited JFK's tomb and his eternal flame and the Arlington House, which is where Confederate General Lee lived during the Civil War. We ended our time there by seeing the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Changing of the Guard. Several of the adults there were wiping away tears when that was done. To end the trip, we visited the Smithsonian American History Museum and Ford's Theater. We learned about the night President Lincoln was shot and saw the theater box he was sitting in when John Wilkes Booth assassinated him. Our 9:40pm flight was delayed until 1:00am and we didn't get back to Breese until 3:30am, but these Bobcats had the trip of a lifetime! If your child is going into 6th or 7th grade, be on the lookout in the fall for information about a Summer 2027 trip.

4 days ago, Chris Schomaker

Lunch was a picnic at the Iwo Jima memorial

Top hat won’t by Lincoln when he was assassinated.

Yesterday in DC was a blast of all of us and full of emotion! We started the day with a tour of the US Capitol and stood inside the rotunda. After that, we went to the White House and some our Bobcats did the Cupid Shuffle on Pennsylvania Avenue. We walked across the street to the Library of Congress and then the Supreme Court. The afternoon was the Holocaust Museum. The history and the artifacts there were so moving and emotional for all of us. The evening was the Vietnam and Korean Wall Memorials and the Lincoln Monument.

10 days ago, Chris Schomaker

We have two more great opportunities to join our Bobcat Team!🐾

11 days ago, Lohgan VonHatten

Giving Tuesday at Knotty Pine benefiting the D12 Band!🎺🍕

11 days ago, Lohgan VonHatten

Early (like really early) Sunday morning, a group of Bobcats left Breese for Washington, DC. Once we arrived, we went to the Washington Monument, World War 2 Memorial, two Smithsonian museums, the National Archives, and the Pentagon 9/11 Memorial. Lots of tired Bobcats, but we are having the time of our lives! #BobcatsInDC

12 days ago, Chris Schomaker

Attention Parents! It's the 2nd week of summer break—how's your child spending their time? Have they read a book, solved a math problem, or explored something new in science yet? If not, don't worry because we has an exciting solution! Join us this summer for six amazing Tuesdays! Mrs. Netemeyer & Ms. Schrand transform the classroom into various themes and, best of all, hides the learning. Your child will engage with fascinating topics, and we have a guest presenter lined up, along with fun giveaways! Trust us, they will have so much fun that they’ll be eager to return next year! In fact, our older camp is already full, as once they experience it, they can't wait to come back. But there are still a few slots available for incoming 1st and 2nd graders! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for your child to learn and have fun during the summer! Sign up today! Only $10 a session https://bit.ly/d12camp1-2 Pictures are from 2024 camp

16 days ago, Allison Netemeyer

6th Annual Greg Ratermann Youth Fishing Tournament! Please see the flyer below for more information!

16 days ago, Lohgan VonHatten

We are seeking a Student Services Coordinator to join our dedicated administrative team and play a key role in supporting student success! For a more detailed overview of the position summary, please visit our school website, under Employment Opportunities, or click the link: https://www.d12bobcats.org/page/employment-opportunities

17 days ago, Lohgan VonHatten

The Helene and Dennis Sparger Center for Performing Arts is a brand-new arts education center opening this summer 2025 in Belleville. Please see the flyer for information on summer camps!

21 days ago, Amy Schilling

Here is another great opportunity for kids to continue reading this summer and participate in free activities on Thursdays in July. A Breese residency or library card purchase is required. https://forms.gle/iKJCnqVwEwUadBaZ7

24 days ago, Allison Netemeyer