What a PERFECT day for Field Day at CR Hanna Elementary! The sun is shining, the smiles are bright, and the laughter can be heard all around. Our students are showing off their teamwork, sportsmanship, and boundless energy in classic games and fun new challenges.
Huge thanks to Mrs. Matson, teachers, staff, and volunteers for making this day so special. And of course, a big shoutout to our incredible students for being so cooperative and full of enthusiasm!
CR Hanna Field day shirts are being picked up today and will be given to your students tomorrow!
Thank you to the Orion PTA for providing lunch for our 2024-25 Safety Patrol members. Thank you to our Fifth Grade Safety Patrol Members for their service.
Safety Patrols will be on duty until Wednesday, May 21st. Be safe everyone!
Safety Patrol members will receive a certificate of appreciation when they return their vests on Thursday or Friday (5/22, 5/23)
Kindergarten had a blast celebrating the success of the PTA Coin Wars fundraiser with popsicles and bubbles last week.
Thank you to all the families who supported this fun and friendly competition — your generosity truly makes a difference. The kids had so much fun cooling off with sweet treats and chasing bubbles with their friends!
Yesterday was an exciting day at CR Hanna as our amazing fourth graders showcased their hard work and creativity at the Science Fair! From volcanoes to exploring sinkholes, closed circuits, and even the life cycle of a pig 🐖—each project was packed with curiosity and discovery.
We are so proud of all our young scientists for their effort, enthusiasm, and impressive presentations. Thank you to the teachers, families, and everyone who came out to support them!
Way to go, fourth grade!
Fifth Grade students are learning ukuleles. They are enjoying playing music from The Beetles, John Denver, The Beach Boys and other artists. They’ve also played many folk songs.
Fourth Grade field trip to Wildlife Prairie Park!
Last night, our third graders transformed into Junior Rangers! They’ve been hard at work researching national parks across the country, and they shared fascinating facts and fun presentations with family and friends. From Yellowstone to the Everglades, these young explorers taught us all something new about the beauty and diversity of America’s natural treasures.
We’re so proud of their curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Way to go, Junior Rangers!
We’re excited to welcome the next generation of learners to CR Hanna Elementary! Join us for our Introduction to Kindergarten on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
Meet our amazing teachers, tour the classrooms, and get a sneak peek at what kindergarten is all about!
This is a great opportunity for incoming kindergarten students and their families to get comfortable, ask questions, and start building excitement for the school year ahead. We can’t wait to meet you!
💛 Please share with families who have a kindergartener starting this fall!
Students in Mrs. Tschopp's Fifth Grade sciene classes are testing different solutions with blue litmus papers, red litmus papers, and pH paper to test for acids, bases, and neutral solutions.
Good morning CRH families! Here are a couple reminders of field day deadlines coming up on Monday! Field day is May 23!
We had a special guest at CR Hanna today! WQAD meteorologist James Zahara stopped by to visit our third graders and share his weather wisdom! The students loved learning all about forecasting, weather patterns, and the tools meteorologists use. A big thank you to Mr. Zahara for inspiring our young scientists and making learning so much fun!
It was a WILD time at CR Hanna! Our amazing first graders wowed us with their creativity and knowledge about their Animal Projects! From sloths to sharks and everything in between, students proudly shared fun facts and colorful displays that brought the animal kingdom to life.
Thank you to all the families who came out to support our young scientists. And a big shoutout to our wonderful First Grade Teachers for helping make learning fun and unforgettable!
Happy Administrative Professionals’ Day to the heartbeat of CR Hanna Elementary!
Whether it’s greeting every kiddo with a smile, tracking down that missing lunchbox, or magically juggling phone calls, schedules, and a thousand tiny crises—our front‑office superheroes do it all (often with coffee in hand and kindness on speed dial). 🚀☕️
Mrs. Seys , Mrs. Thornburg, and Mrs. Kane, today we celebrate YOU!
Thank you for turning chaos into community and making CR Hanna feel like home. Drop a ❤️ to show them some extra love! #SecretariesDay #CRHannaPride #OfficeSuperheroes
Big hair, neon colors, leg warmers, and all the retro vibes filled the halls as students and staff went all out to celebrate the most iconic decade. From Walkmans to windbreakers, the 80s spirit was alive and thriving!
A huge shoutout to everyone who dressed up and made the day unforgettable. You all looked like, totally awesome! 😎📼💄
#80sDay #CRHannaStyle #ThrowbackVibes #TotallyTubular
2025 Charger Classic 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Orion Middle School
Please go to the Sports Leagues and Camps page on the school district's website for more information and entry forms.
Mrs. Welborn's Fourth Grade having some fun with Skee Ball during a reading review. It was an activity Mrs. Welborn shared during our last SIP Day.
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Mrs. Matson getting some of our students ready for IAR testing before school this morning.
We are excited to announce a special Spirit Week to support our Third to Fifth Grade students as they prepare for the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR)! This week will be filled with fun, school spirit, and positive encouragement to help our students feel confident and ready to tackle their assessments.
We encourage all students to participate and join in the excitement! This week is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their hard work and get them in the right mindset for the assessments.
Thank you for your continued support in helping our students feel confident and prepared. We look forward to a fun and successful Spirit Week!
Staff hearing excellent information from Mrs. Adams and Mrs. Welborn. We are learning some fun ways to introduce new reading skills to our students.
