Johnston City High School is pleased to welcome Paul Johnson as the new head coach of the softball program.
Johnston City High School is pleased to welcome Zack Essex as the new head coach of the boys' basketball program.
Summer Office Hours
Monday - Thursday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
All offices will be closed on Fridays.
Normal office hours will resume the week of August 3, 2026.
Monday - Thursday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
All offices will be closed on Fridays.
Normal office hours will resume the week of August 3, 2026.
The Johnston City C.U.S.D. #1 is accepting applications for the following positions for the 2026-2027 school year:
High School Boys' Basketball Head Coach
High School Boys' Assistant Basketball Coach
High School Bowling Coach
Please send a letter of application and resume to Mr. Aaron Wright, Athletic Director, Johnston City High School, 1500 Jefferson Avenue, Johnston City, IL 62951 or email awright@jcindians.org.
Have a great summer break!
WMS has exciting news! Thanks in part to a donation from the Harrison-Bruce Foundation, our middle school gym will be receiving some major upgrades for the upcoming school year. New court, new goals, new scoreboards, new video display board, and new expanded bleacher areas! We cannot wait for the community to see the new Joe Castrale Gym!
Please be advised that Lincoln School will be closed today, May 20 due to a water service interruption.
All other schools within the Johnston City School District will remain open as scheduled.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
We're proud to announce the Class of 2026 Johnston City Sports Hall of Fame inductees:
Matt Beavers - Athlete
Roger Kee - Friend of JC Sports
1938 Basketball Team
The Hall of Fame inductees will be recognized at the September 18th Homecoming Football Game and the induction ceremony and banquet will be held on September 19th at 11:00 am.
Congratulations to the inductees!
Matt Beavers - Athlete
Roger Kee - Friend of JC Sports
1938 Basketball Team
The Hall of Fame inductees will be recognized at the September 18th Homecoming Football Game and the induction ceremony and banquet will be held on September 19th at 11:00 am.
Congratulations to the inductees!
Thanks to the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant, we are excited to continue providing summer programs to our JCCUSD #1 families. Fill out the information below if you are interested in enrolling your child in our 2026 Summer Camp! If you are enrolling more than one child, please complete a separate form for each child. Thank you!
Use this link to sign up for Summer Camp.
Tonight, Lincoln School hosts its Annual Fundraiser from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Please join them for a variety of refreshments, including pizza, ice cream, nachos, and hot dogs. In addition to great food, the evening will feature exciting raffles and family-friendly activities. They hope to see you there!
We have big news!
Our district was recently awarded the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant for JCHS, Washington, Lincoln, and Jefferson Schools. This funding allows us to reestablish summer enrichment, after-school programming, and more.
Stay tuned for details on the new opportunities launching this summer!
Our district was recently awarded the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant for JCHS, Washington, Lincoln, and Jefferson Schools. This funding allows us to reestablish summer enrichment, after-school programming, and more.
Stay tuned for details on the new opportunities launching this summer!
The JCCUSD #1 2026-2027 Kindergarten Parent Meeting is Thursday, April 30 @ 6PM, Jefferson School. Registration information is on the flyer.
Please click on the link to register.
Kindergarten Pre-Registration Form
If you have any questions, please call Jefferson School at 618-983-7561.
See you all there!
Tiny Tribe Pre-K Wrap-Around Program is here to help families by providing before and/or after-school care.
Children must be 3 to 4 years of age on or before September 1, 2026.
*Must be a resident of Johnston City CUSD #1 or the child of a district employee.
*HOURS: Early Hours 7:30-8:10, AM Care 8:10-12:10, PM Care 10:45-2:45, After Hours 2:45-5:30, and Full Day Care 7:30-5:30.
*COST: $50 registration fee, due with enrollment forms.
There is a daily fee for wrap-around care.
*Start Date: August 2026
*How to Register: In-Person registration forms can be picked up at Jefferson School or Unit Office. Please return to Renee Grisham, Wrap-Around Supervisor at Jefferson School.
*Registration must be completed by August 1, 2026.
*Questions: Contact Renee Grisham, call 618-983-7561 or email rgrisham@jcindians.org.
ENROLL NOW to reserve your spot!
11:30 Dismissal on Friday, March 27th
Aaron Wright new JCHS Business Teacher and Athletic Director
Ryan Shick new JCHS Assistant Principal
It's time for the 2026 Illinois Parent Survey! Please take a moment to complete the survey below to help provide feedback on our schools' performance.
Johnston City Schools will be open and return to in-person learning tomorrow, Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Johnston City Schools will be closed and using an e-learning day tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Johnston City Schools will be closed and using an e-learning day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
