The 2026–2027 New School Year Guide is Here!

Unit 4 families: start getting ready for the upcoming school year! Our official 2026–2027 New School Year Guide is now published and packed with essential information to help you and your student prepare.

Inside the guide, you’ll find:
• School calendars & key dates
• Registration & student assignment updates
• School supply lists
• Daily bell schedules & Transportation updates
• Immunizations & Physicals requirements
• And More!

🔗 Access the guide at champaignschools.org/guide

about 13 hours ago, Unit 4 Schools

Attention Cross Country Athletes and Parents:

Cross Country begins August 3rd!

Here is the practice schedule:
August 4th @ Edison 8:00 am
August 5th @ Edison 5:00 pm
August 6th @ Edison 5:00 pm
August 10th @ Edison 4:00 pm
August 10th @ Edison 3:00 pm
August 11th @ Edison 3:00 pm
August 12th @ Edison 3:00 pm
August 13th @ Centennial hill 3:15 pm

Please make sure to register @ https://schools.snap.app/Edison

1 day ago, Jane Stillman
cross country practice begins August 3rd

Attention Baseball Players and Parents:

Baseball Tryouts Begin Monday August 3rd!

1st Week's Schedule:
Monday, August 3 - tryout 9a-11a Spalding Park
Tuesday, August 4 - tryout 9a-11a Spalding Park
Wednesday, August 5 - tryout 9a-11a Spalding Park
Thursday, August 6 - practice 9a-11a Spalding Park
Friday, August 7 - practice 9a-11a Spalding Park
Saturday, August 8 - practice 9a-11a Spalding Park

Please make sure you are registered @ https://schools.snap.app/Edison

1 day ago, Jane Stillman
baseball tryouts

Attention Softball Players:

Due to the temperature outside, tryouts will be held at Edison Middle School Gym. (7/27) Please enter through the north entrance off the staff parking lot.

Tryouts begin at 5:30. Wear shorts and tennis shoes (no cleats)

1 day ago, Jane Stillman
Tryouts moved to inside on 7/27

Softball Tryouts are set!!!

dates: July 27-28
time: 5:30-7:30
location: Dexter Field

9 days ago, Jane Stillman
softball tryouts

Fall Sport Athletes and Parents:

Stay informed by joining your team's Sports You accounts.

Softball-YHSU-JLD4
Baseball-7TZ4-A3LT
Cross Country-XLQZ-7VYA

14 days ago, Jane Stillman
Sports You Codes

Attention Edison Athletes and Parents:

Please register at https://schools.snap.app/Edison

Fall Sports tryouts start soon:
Softball-July 27th
Baseball-August 3rd
Cross Country-August 3rd

Details will be posted soon!

16 days ago, Jane Stillman
Edison Comets
Starting June 15 through July 17, Unit 4 campuses will be open Monday-Thursday from 7:30 AM-4:30 PM. On Fridays, buildings will be open by appointment only. Have a great summer!

All buildings will be closed on Friday, June 19th.
about 2 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Summer Hours 2026. Dates: June 15 to July 17. Mon-Thurs: 7:30 am-4:30 pm. Fri: By Appointment Only.
Summer hours for 2026 from June 15th to July 17th. Monday to Thursday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Fridays are appointment-only.
A poster shows summer schedule for 2026. Dates are 15 June to 17 July. Times are Monday to Thursday, 7:30am to 4:30pm.
Free summer meals for children 18 and younger begin next week through Unit 4’s Summer Food Service Program!

Breakfast and lunch will be available at locations across the community at no cost to families.

See the chart for meal locations and times, and visit https://www.champaignschools.org/page/food-service#SummerMeals for more information.
2 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Summer meal schedule for Champaign Unit 4 Schools. Orange and white background with white text. Includes sites, days, dates, meal types, breakfast and lunch times.
Orange poster with white text. It shows a list of schools and their meal and event times.
A yellow poster with text in black and white. It contains a schedule of events.
Champaign Unit 4 Schools will be back in person on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. All school buildings and District offices will be open. Please make sure your student dresses warmly. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.
6 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Unit 4 Schools is Open Tuesday January 27, 2026 Champaign Unit 4 Schools will be back in person on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. All school buildings and District offices will be open. Please make sure your student dresses warmly. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.
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Due to the continued inclement weather, Monday, January 26th will be an E-Learning Day.

Families and staff, please check your email for more information.
6 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
E-Learning Day Monday, January 26 Due to inclement weather, Monday, January 26th will be an E-Learning Day. Families and staff, please check your email for more information.
Journée d'apprentissage en ligne : lundi 26 janvier En raison des intempéries, le lundi 26 janvier sera une journée d'apprentissage en ligne. Familles et personnel, veuillez consulter vos courriels pour plus d'informations.
Jornada de aprendizaje electrónico, lunes 26 de enero Debido al mal tiempo, el lunes 26 de enero será un día de aprendizaje electrónico. Familias y personal, por favor revisen su correo electrónico para obtener más información.
Champaign Unit 4 Schools will be closed on Monday, January 19, as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
6 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Graphic reads “MLK Day 2026” and “I Have a Dream,” with text stating “Unit 4 Schools will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day,” featuring an illustrated portrait of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Champaign Unit 4 School District logo.
Gráfico que dice “Día de MLK 2026” y “Tengo un sueño,” con el texto “Unit 4 Schools estarán cerradas el lunes 19 de enero en conmemoración del Día de Martin Luther King Jr.,” junto a un retrato ilustrado de Martin Luther King Jr. y el logotipo del distrito escolar Champaign Unit 4.
Affiche indiquant “Journée MLK 2026” et “J’ai un rêve,” avec le texte “Unit 4 Schools seront fermées le lundi 19 janvier en raison du jour férié en l’honneur de Martin Luther King Jr.,” accompagnée d’un portrait illustré de Martin Luther King Jr. et du logo du district scolaire Champaign Unit 4.
Calling all incoming Kindergarten families! Join us for Kindergarten Information Night at Stratton Academy on January 15, from 5:30–7:30 pm.
7 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Poster promoting a Kindergarten Information Night at Stratton Academy, located at 902 North Randolph Street in Champaign, on January 15, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., featuring a smiling kindergarten student seated at a classroom table and a QR code to scan for more registration information.
Cartel que anuncia una sesión informativa sobre kínder en la Academia Stratton, ubicada en 902 North Randolph Street en Champaign, el 15 de enero de 2026 de 5:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m., con la imagen de una niña sonriente sentada en un salón de clases y un código QR para obtener más información sobre la inscripción.
Affiche annonçant une soirée d’information sur la maternelle à la Stratton Academy, située au 902 North Randolph Street à Champaign, le 15 janvier 2026 de 17 h 30 à 19 h 30, avec une photo d’une jeune élève souriante assise à une table en classe et un code QR à scanner pour plus d’informations sur l’inscription.
Winter Break starts next week! No school for students December 22nd - January 5th. All campuses will be closed from December 22nd - January 2nd, except for scheduled athletic events. Enjoy the holidays!
7 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Unit 4 Schools Winter Break announcement showing a snowman and winter graphics with text stating no school December 22 through January 2 with all campuses closed except scheduled athletic events and Institute Day on January 5 with no school for students.
Anuncio de Vacaciones de Invierno de las Escuelas Unidad 4 con un muñeco de nieve y gráficos invernales que indica que no hay clases del 22 de diciembre al 2 de enero con todos los campus cerrados excepto eventos deportivos programados y Día de Instituto el 5 de enero sin clases para estudiantes.
Annonce des Vacances d’hiver des écoles Unit 4 avec un bonhomme de neige et des éléments hivernaux indiquant qu’il n’y a pas d’école du 22 décembre au 2 janvier avec tous les campus fermés sauf pour les événements sportifs prévus et Journée d’institut le 5 janvier sans cours pour les élèves.
Due to inclement weather, Monday, December 15th will be an E-Learning Day.
Families and staff, please check your email for more information.
8 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Graphic announcing Monday, December 15 as an E-Learning Day due to inclement weather with a family using laptops and tablets at home and text directing families and staff to check email for more information with the Champaign Unit 4 School District logo.
Image annonçant le lundi 15 décembre comme une journée d’apprentissage en ligne en raison des intempéries avec une famille utilisant des ordinateurs et des tablettes à la maison et un message demandant aux familles et au personnel de consulter leurs courriels pour plus d’informations avec le logo du district scolaire Champaign Unit 4.
Gráfico que anuncia el lunes 15 de diciembre como un día de aprendizaje electrónico debido al mal tiempo con una familia usando computadoras y tabletas en casa e instrucciones para que las familias y el personal revisen su correo electrónico para más información con el logotipo del Distrito Escolar Unidad 4 de Champaign.
Champaign Unit 4 Schools will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 26 through Friday, Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving Break. We hope your holiday is filled with gratitude and good company!
8 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Thanksgiving graphic with autumn illustrations including leaves, pie, a pumpkin, a cupcake, and a cookie; text reads “Happy Thanksgiving. Champaign Unit 4 School District will be closed Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28. We are thankful for our wonderful students and staff. We hope your holiday is filled with gratitude and good company!” and includes the Unit 4 School District logo.
Gráfico del Día de Acción de Gracias con ilustraciones otoñales como hojas, un pay, una calabaza, un cupcake y una galleta; el texto dice “Feliz Acción de Gracias. El Distrito Escolar Unidad 4 de Champaign estará cerrado del miércoles 26 de noviembre al viernes 28 de noviembre. Agradecemos a nuestros maravillosos estudiantes y personal. ¡Esperamos que sus vacaciones estén llenas de gratitud y buena compañía!” e incluye el logotipo del Distrito Escolar Unit 4.
Graphique de l’Action de grâces avec des illustrations automnales comme des feuilles, une tarte, une citrouille, un cupcake et un biscuit; le texte indique “Heureux Action de Grâces. Le district scolaire Champaign Unit 4 sera fermé du mercredi 26 novembre au vendredi 28 novembre. Nous sommes reconnaissants envers nos merveilleux élèves et notre personnel. Nous espérons que vos fêtes seront remplies de gratitude et de bonne compagnie.” et inclut le logo du district scolaire Unit 4.
Tonight is the final superintendent search community forum. Don’t miss your chance to share your input. Join us at Stratton Academy at 6pm. See the graphic for details. Translators will be on-site.
8 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Graphic from Champaign Unit 4 School District announcing a superintendent search large community forum on Tuesday, November 18 at 6 p.m. hosted at Stratton Academy of the Arts at 902 North Randolph Street in Champaign, Illinois, with a blue and gray design and the Unit 4 logo in the lower right corner.
Gráfico del Distrito Escolar Unit 4 que anuncia un foro comunitario de búsqueda de superintendente el martes 18 de noviembre a las 6 de la tarde en la Academia de Artes Stratton ubicada en 902 North Randolph Street en Champaign, Illinois, con diseño en tonos azul y gris y el logotipo de Unit 4 en la esquina inferior derecha.
Graphique du district scolaire Unit 4 annonçant un forum communautaire important de recherche de surintendant le mardi 18 novembre à 18h à l’Académie des arts Stratton située au 902 North Randolph Street à Champaign, Illinois, avec un design bleu et gris et le logo Unit 4 en bas à droite.

There are two superintendent search community forums left. Don’t miss your chance to share your input. Join us tonight at Barkstall Elementary and tomorrow at Stratton Academy. See the graphic for details. Translators will be on-site.

8 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Graphic titled “Superintendent Search Community Forums.” Lists two events: Large Community Forum on Monday, November 17 at 6 p.m. at Barkstall Elementary, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822; and Large Community Forum on Tuesday, November 18 at 6 p.m. at Stratton Academy of the Arts, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Champaign Unit 4 School District logo in the bottom right corner.
Gráfico titulado “Foros comunitarios de búsqueda de superintendentes.” Se enumeran dos eventos: Foro de la comunidad grande el lunes 17 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la Escuela Primaria Barkstall, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822; y Foro de la comunidad grande el martes 18 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la Academia de Artes Stratton, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Incluye el logotipo del Distrito Escolar Champaign Unit 4 en la esquina inferior derecha.
Graphique intitulé “Forums communautaires de recherche de surintendants.” Deux événements sont répertoriés : Forum communautaire important le lundi 17 novembre à 18 h à l’École élémentaire Barkstall, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822; et Forum communautaire important le mardi 18 novembre à 18 h à l’Académie des arts Stratton, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, Illinois 61820. Le logo du district scolaire Champaign Unit 4 figure dans le coin inférieur droit.

Reminder: The first two community forums for the Superintendent Search take place today. See the graphic for details.

Watch the livestream of tonight’s forum starting at 6 p.m. using the link below.
https://youtube.com/live/owcAGzdZuys

We will have interpreters available in French and Spanish for today's 1 p.m. forum. The 6 p.m. forum will have interpreters available in Spanish, French, Arabic, and Chinese.

9 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Graphic titled “Superintendent Search Community Forums.” Lists five forum events: Small Community Forum on Wednesday, November 12 at 1 p.m. at Champaign Public Library, 200 W Green St, Champaign, IL 61820. Large Community Forum on Wednesday, November 12 at 6 p.m. at Centennial High School Auditorium, 913 Crescent Drive, Champaign, IL 61821, which will be livestreamed via the District’s YouTube channel. Large Community Forum on Thursday, November 13 at 6 p.m. at Garden Hills Academy, 2001 Garden Hills Drive, Champaign, IL 61821. Large Community Forum on Monday, November 17 at 6 p.m. at Barkstall Elementary, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822. Large Community Forum on Tuesday, November 18 at 6 p.m. at Stratton Academy of the Arts, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Includes the Champaign Unit 4 School District logo in the bottom right corner.
Gráfico titulado “Foros comunitarios de búsqueda de superintendentes.” Incluye cinco eventos: Foro de la pequeña comunidad el miércoles 12 de noviembre a la 1:00 p. m. en la Biblioteca Pública de Champaign, 200 W Green St, Champaign, IL 61820. Foro de la comunidad grande el miércoles 12 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en el auditorio de la escuela secundaria Centennial, 913 Crescent Drive, Champaign, IL 61821, que se transmitirá en vivo a través del canal de YouTube del distrito. Foro de la comunidad grande el jueves 13 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la Academia Garden Hills, 2001 Garden Hills Drive, Champaign, IL 61821. Foro de la comunidad grande el lunes 17 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la Escuela Primaria Barkstall, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822. Foro de la comunidad grande el martes 18 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la Academia de Artes Stratton, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Incluye el logotipo del Distrito Escolar Champaign Unit 4 en la esquina inferior derecha.
Graphique intitulé “Forums communautaires de recherche de surintendants.” Cinq événements sont répertoriés : Forum des petites communautés le mercredi 12 novembre à 13 h à la Bibliothèque publique de Champaign, 200 W Green St, Champaign, IL 61820. Forum communautaire important le mercredi 12 novembre à 18 h à l’Auditorium du lycée Centennial, 913 Crescent Drive, Champaign, IL 61821, diffusé en direct sur la chaîne YouTube du district. Forum communautaire important le jeudi 13 novembre à 18 h à l’Académie de Garden Hills, 2001 Garden Hills Drive, Champaign, IL 61821. Forum communautaire important le lundi 17 novembre à 18 h à l’École élémentaire Barkstall, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822. Forum communautaire important le mardi 18 novembre à 18 h à l’Académie des arts Stratton, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, Illinois 61820. Le logo du district scolaire Champaign Unit 4 figure dans le coin inférieur droit.
We are pleased to share that JG Consulting will lead Community Forums for the Unit 4 Superintendent Search. Your voice matters, and we invite you to attend one of the upcoming sessions to share your input. See the graphic for dates and details.
9 months ago, Unit 4 Schools
Graphic titled “Superintendent Search Community Forums.” Lists five forum events: Small Community Forum on Wednesday, November 12 at 1 p.m. at Champaign Public Library, 200 W Green St, Champaign, IL 61820. Large Community Forum on Wednesday, November 12 at 6 p.m. at Centennial High School Auditorium, 913 Crescent Drive, Champaign, IL 61821, which will be livestreamed via the District’s YouTube channel. Large Community Forum on Thursday, November 13 at 6 p.m. at Garden Hills Academy, 2001 Garden Hills Drive, Champaign, IL 61821. Large Community Forum on Monday, November 17 at 6 p.m. at Barkstall Elementary, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822. Large Community Forum on Tuesday, November 18 at 6 p.m. at Stratton Academy of the Arts, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Includes the Champaign Unit 4 School District logo in the bottom right corner.
Gráfico titulado “Foros comunitarios de búsqueda de superintendentes.” Incluye cinco eventos: Foro de la pequeña comunidad el miércoles 12 de noviembre a la 1:00 p. m. en la Biblioteca Pública de Champaign, 200 W Green St, Champaign, IL 61820. Foro de la comunidad grande el miércoles 12 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en el auditorio de la escuela secundaria Centennial, 913 Crescent Drive, Champaign, IL 61821, que se transmitirá en vivo a través del canal de YouTube del distrito. Foro de la comunidad grande el jueves 13 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la Academia Garden Hills, 2001 Garden Hills Drive, Champaign, IL 61821. Foro de la comunidad grande el lunes 17 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la Escuela Primaria Barkstall, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822. Foro de la comunidad grande el martes 18 de noviembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la Academia de Artes Stratton, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Incluye el logotipo del Distrito Escolar Champaign Unit 4 en la esquina inferior derecha.
Graphique intitulé “Forums communautaires de recherche de surintendants.” Cinq événements sont répertoriés : Forum des petites communautés le mercredi 12 novembre à 13 h à la Bibliothèque publique de Champaign, 200 W Green St, Champaign, IL 61820. Forum communautaire important le mercredi 12 novembre à 18 h à l’Auditorium du lycée Centennial, 913 Crescent Drive, Champaign, IL 61821, diffusé en direct sur la chaîne YouTube du district. Forum communautaire important le jeudi 13 novembre à 18 h à l’Académie de Garden Hills, 2001 Garden Hills Drive, Champaign, IL 61821. Forum communautaire important le lundi 17 novembre à 18 h à l’École élémentaire Barkstall, 2201 Hallbeck Drive, Champaign, IL 61822. Forum communautaire important le mardi 18 novembre à 18 h à l’Académie des arts Stratton, 902 N Randolph Street, Champaign, Illinois 61820. Le logo du district scolaire Champaign Unit 4 figure dans le coin inférieur droit.