Byron Community School District #226

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Big Northern Conference Art and Design Competition

 

Congratulations to our students on yet another record-breaking year, earning 20 ribbons at the Big Northern Conference Art and Design Competition including Byron’s first Best In Show award to Ally Abel!  Other winners include Natale Lewis, Heidie Raine, Tessa Cantrell, Kennedy Turner, Morgan Jackson, Jarrett Lesher, Piper Hendriksen, Kara Reinagle, Alexis Ewing, Kate Grobe, Madelyn Hegberg, Jaquelyn Edler, Lauren Mondello, and Ruby Tucker! Their work will be on display with many other amazing artworks at the District Art Show May 9th! Way to go Tigers!

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Grounds Maintenance Notice!

Please be aware that weed control and fertilization of the lawns at all District 226 schools will take place on Friday, April 19, 2019 through Sunday, April 28, 2019 weather permitting.

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Byron CUSD 226 Board of Education Vacancy

Please submit your Letter of Interest and qualifications to Mr. Buster Barton, Superintendent by May 3, 2019.

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2019-2020 School Calendar

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Facts & Numbers

• District Finances Per pupil spending is $9,462 for instructional expenses and $17,529 for operational expenses.
• Sizing It Up The district average class size is 18 students compared to the states average of 21.
• Health & Wellness Byron students average 5 days of PE per week compared to the states average of 4 days per week.
• Enrollment Total district enrollment for PK-12 is 1,482.
• Student Attendance The average daily attendance across the district is 95%.
• Extraordinary Faculty Total full time teachers in the district is 110 of which 39.2% have a Bachelor’s degree and 59.9% have a Master’s degree or higher.
• Future Prospects Within 12 months of graduating, 64% of seniors enroll in a 2 or 4 year college.
• Exceptional Services We are a “stand alone” district meaning we house all 27 of our special need services personnel within our district.  Currently 16% of our student population qualify for special services.