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5K on the Greenway

We are gearing up for the 5K on the Greenway on Saturday, October 14th. This year, 100% of funds earned by the district will go to support our student-athletes. Register online at itsyourrace.com by September 24th to be guaranteed a long-sleeve performance race shirt.
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2022-2023 Accountability Results

Recently released 2022-2023 accountability data shows growth and success across grade levels as 100% of schools in the district met or exceeded growth. With student growth and areas showing double digits above the state average, the system has a tremendous amount to celebrate.
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Walking School Bus

Six Walking School Bus events have been planned for this fall for students attending BH Tharrington Primary School. Click to print the permission form for your child.
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Our Schools At a Glance

  • Customizable Learning Options
  • Leader in Me Lighthouse School
  • STEAM
    Science Technology Engineering
    Arts and Mathematics Classes
    Weekly
  • 4 Cafeterias serving hot breakfast
    and lunch meals
  • Spanish Dual Language
    Immersion Classes
    +
    Spanish for All
  • Walking School Bus

Welcome to Tharrington Primary School

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Do you want your child to lead, innovate, and serve?
 
Bruce H. Tharrington Primary (BHT) has the programming that allows students opportunities to lead through their nationally recognized Leader in Me program, materials to innovate through their Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) framework, and the encouragement to serve others thanks to a dedicated and loving staff.
 
BHT is where students discover their greatness as they are supported by 2-3 adults per class for small group instruction in math and reading. Small group instruction allows students to be supported where they are in their learning so they will grow to reach their full potential. Students enjoy offerings such as:
-athletic fields access
-bus transportation
-a diverse student population
-field trips
-global exposure
-Granite City Greenway access
-guidance
-Letterland*
-physical education
-multiple playgrounds
-small class sizes
-STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics)
-technology in all classrooms
-Walking School Bus*
 
*National Recognized Programming/Events
**Lottery-based program
  
 
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