Byron Families:

The Byron CUSD is providing a summer lunch program for all students who are in need. We will be providing meals on a drive-through basis in front of Byron Middle School from 9:00 – 10:00 AM on all Tuesdays and Thursdays through the month of June (June 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30).


Buster Barton | Superintendent
Byron Community Unit School District 226
696 N. Colfax Street – Byron, IL 61010
Phone: 815-234-5491 x221
“Inspiring Excellence for All”
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Hello MMES Families,

I hope everyone is staying healthy and safe during these unprecedented times. I wanted to share the plan for MMES families to pick up student belongings and to drop off district items.
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The Byron School District would like to recognize the efforts of the Byron school staff by celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week. Please join us in thanking the staff at Byron CUSD for all they do on behalf of our community’s children.
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Illinois has launched Call4Calm, a free emotional support text line for Illinois residents experiencing stress and mental health issues related to COVID-19. To speak with a mental health professional, text "TALK" or "HABLAR" (Spanish) to 552020
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#BeTheLight & IHSA #LightsForTheFight – Tonight (4/17) The Byron CUSD will be supporting the national #BeTheLight movement, which is currently sweeping the nation. This movement began as a means to support high school students/seniors who have lost sports seasons, and it continues to grow in scope.
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The Byron community Unit School District will be closed for the remainder of the school year by order of Governor Pritzker.
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Public Notice

Illinois law (Lawn Care Products Application and Notification Act) requires all school districts to notify students and staff when lawn care chemicals are being used in or around school facilities.
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Daily Lunches -
The Byron Community Unit School District will be providing meals for students throughout the mandatory school closings. Daily sack lunches (sandwich, fruit, veggie and milk) will be made available for all students who need them. We will be providing a “drive up” service in front of Mary Morgan Elementary School. Students of all ages may receive sack lunches from 9:00 am – 10:00 am at either location. If you have extenuating circumstances, please reach out to your child’s building principal or Byron Food Service Director Mrs. Tania VanBriesen at 815-234-5491 (274) or at TVanBriesen@byron226.org
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