This week is School Social Worker, and we're continuing to recognize our social workers including Maranda Sink. We want to highlight the incredible work of our school social workers who make a world of difference in the lives of our students and families. They provide support, guidance, and a caring presence that helps students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. #SSWWeek2025
10 months ago, Brooke Keltner
Maranda Sink spotlight
Take a look at these future paleontologists at Jefferson Elementary school. Mrs. Smith's 1st grade class is learning about dinosaurs, fossils, rocks, gemstones and minerals. Students are learning through hands-on activities like putting together large puzzles and solving a top-secret rocks and minerals mystery kit.
10 months ago, Brooke Keltner
future paleontologists
future paleontologists
future paleontologists
future paleontologists
future paleontologists
High School Art Club is sharing photos of their recent lesson at Washington Middle School focusing on endangered and extinct animals. During the visit, WMS students were able to make colorful collages out of construction paper. Every year, Art Club provides lessons to the middle school and both elementary schools in preparation for the district-wide art show. This year's theme for the art show is "Welcome to the Jungle" on April 11th from 4 to 6 p.m.
10 months ago, Brooke Keltner
art club
wms art club
wms art club
WMS art club
art club WMS
It's School Social Worker Week, and we're recognizing all of our social workers starting with Sierra Lee. This week is a time to appreciate the profound impact our school social workers have on our school community. Sierra, and all of our social workers, tirelessly provides emotional support, guidance, and resources that enhance our students’ academic and personal growth. #SSWWeek2025
10 months ago, Brooke Keltner
Sierra Lee spotlight
March is Music in our Schools Month! 🎼🎼 It's a time to recognize our music teachers and the importance of music in our schools. Whether it's through band or choir, let's show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our music educators and students. Today, we want to highlight Music Teacher Alexis Ligons, who you'll find at Lincoln Elementary, Washington Middle School and Johnston City High School. #musicinourschoolsmonth #band #choir #music
10 months ago, Brooke Keltner
spotlight Alexis Ligons
We love to see our schools and students collaborate! JCHS Med Lab students stopped by Lincoln Elementary school yesterday teaching 3rd and 4th kids the life-saving technique of Hands-Only CPR. The high schoolers did an incredible job breaking down the process into easy-to-follow steps, ensuring that everyone understood the importance of staying calm and acting quickly in an emergency. 🚑
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
Lincoln CPR
Lincoln CPR
Lincoln CPR
Lincoln CPR
Lincoln CPR
Lincoln CPR
Lincoln CPR
The Johnston City School District is now accepting applications for Middle School Cross Country Coach. Those who want to apply can send a letter of interest to: Mr. William Brayfield, SIJHSAA Athletic Director Washington Middle School 100 E. 12th Street Johnston City, IL 62951 Or, send an email to: wbrayfield@jcindians.org
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
WMS Cross Country Coach
The Johnston City School District is looking to fill a 5th-8th grade Math position at Washington Middle School. Interested candidates can send a letter of interest, resume, certification and letters of reference to: Johnston City C.U.S.D. #1 Attn: Kathy Clark, 1113 Grand Avenue Johnston City, IL 62951 Or, send an email to: kclark@jcindians.org The closing date to apply for this position is Friday, March 14th.
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
WMS math position
High School Students Erin West and Taylor Woolard are just a few of the Seniors who will be at Friday's pinning for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program. The ceremony is a rite of passage for students who have earned their certification after years of hard work and dedication. 🩺🩺 #healthcare #cna #nursing https://www.jcindians.org/article/2050161
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
High School Art Teacher Melissa Fiedler is sharing more pictures of the High School Art Club at Jefferson Elementary. During the recent visit, students were able to work together on creative projects focused on endangered and extinct animals! The elementary kids were so enthusiastic and came up with some fantastic ideas.
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
art club
art club
art club
art club
art club
If your child needs the Pre-K screening, now's the time to schedule your appointment.
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
pre-K screening
It's the last game before IHSA Regionals! Our Freshmen, JV and Varsity Boys Basketball teams are headed to Sesser-Valier High School to play against the Red Devils! LET'S DO IT!!
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
HS basketball game
Johnston City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th.
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
Johnston City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19th due to inclement weather.
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
A reminder for any parents or guardians who would like to sign-up for this cooking class hosted by the University of Illinois Extension and JCity Center for Hope & Renewal. Tonight's first class is postponed to next Tuesday, February 25th with the final session now March 11th. You can register by phone or email: (618) 952-1272 or jcitycenter@gmail.com
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
Cooking class flyer
High School Art Teacher Mrs. Fiedler is sharing some photos of Art Club at Jefferson Elementary on Valentine's Day helping students on projects related to endangered and extinct animals. This is just a glimpse, we'll share more photos tomorrow!
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
art club
art club
art club
art club
Art club
art club
art club
art club
School bus drivers Patricia Mueller and Tonnie Nordmeyer have nearly 50 years of combined service to the Johnston City School District. They get up dark and early each school week because they love the families on their route and making sure students get to school safely. We APPRECIATE Patricia and Tonnie, and all of bus drivers! Be sure to thank them during Love the Bus month! https://www.jcindians.org/article/2029167
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
There's no school today in observance of President's Day, we'll see you in class tomorrow!
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
President's Day
Happy Valentine's Day! We have early dismissal today at 11:30 a.m. This kicks off a three-day weekend with no school on Monday, February 17th in observance of President's Day.
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
Valentine's Day
A friendly reminder that we have an early dismissal tomorrow, Friday the 14th. This kicks off a three-day weekend as there will be no school Monday the 17th in observance of President's Day.
11 months ago, Brooke Keltner
Early dismissal