“I love my kids and their families. I’m driving kids whose parents I drove when they were kids.”
Love the Bus month continues, and today we recognize Patricia Mueller.
Some of her fondest memories are driving former football coach Mike Rude and his players to games.
We appreciate Patricia and all of our bus drivers for getting our students to and from school safely. For that we say, THANK YOU!
We're saddened that one of our students lost their home and belongings in a fire last night.
The community is starting to rally around the family and show their support.
If you would like to help, a GoFundMe is now set up: https://gofund.me/ff32919e
Nolan Causey scores his 1,000th point last night during the varsity game vs. Goreville!
There will be a 1,000 point presentation for Nolan on Friday, February 7th before the Varsity game. ❤️🖤
Bus Driver Tonnie Nordmeyer has dedicated 20 years of service to the Johnston City School District.
"It’s just something that puts a smile on my face and love in my heart," she says.
February is Love the Bus month. A time to recognize bus drivers who dedicate their time to
reliable, safe transportation.
We appreciate Tonnie and all of our bus drivers, please be sure to give them a THANK YOU!
A great turnout last night during Washington Middle School first Community School event.
The students loved the FREE table giveaways especially the animal plushies, and parents/community members loved the FREE raffle for a Walmart gift card.
Our raffle winners included Corey Lewis who took home a $100 gift card, and Brenda Lazorchak and Tasha Stroud who both received $50 gift cards.
We're so thankful for everyone who stopped by to learn more about the Full-Service Community Schools initiative. We'll be holding more events like this in the future, and can't wait to see you there.
Pictured: Middle School FSCS Coordinator Ronda Koch, Principal Kristina Armes, ALOP Student Advocate Janel Chamness, WMS Teacher and FSCS Advisory member Matthew Leitzen and WMS Student and FSCS Advisory Member Miles Leitzen.
During their January meeting, the Johnston City School Board approved a resolution showing support for Vision 2030.
“I’m excited our district is supporting Vision 2030, as it provides a comprehensive framework for shaping the future of K-12 education in Illinois,” says Superintendent Kathy Clark.
You can read more about the funding formula here: https://www.jcindians.org/article/1998270
Look at the photos Principal Andria Murrah snapped this morning of construction underway at Jefferson Elementary School.
Progress is being made on this project with crews pouring the floors for some new classrooms.
Tonight, Washington Middle School is holding its FREE raffle for Walmart Gift cards valued at $50 and $100.
You can enter to win at the Full-Service Community School table set up in the gym lobby starting at 5 p.m. Winners will be announced at halftime during the 8th grade Boys Basketball game, and do not have to be present.
There are also FREE table giveaways for kids and adults, so be sure to stop by!
Washington Middle School is holding a FREE raffle for Walmart gift cards valued at $50 and $100. Plus, FREE table giveaways including fidget spinners, animal plushies, notebooks, mini flashlights and more!
It's all happening tomorrow during the first Community School event. Just look for the FSCS table set up in the gym lobby from 5 to 8:45 p.m.
Raffle winners will be announced at halftime during the 8th grade Boys Basketball game, but do not have to be present.
ICYMI: The Johnston City High School Art Club stopped by Lincoln Elementary School on Friday.
They gave an art lesson on to students, who really enjoyed the visit and making a colorful project!
Each lesson fits with the theme of this year's art show, which is "Welcome To the Jungle" focusing on endangered and extinct animals.
We wrapped up this year’s Arrowhead Classic basketball tournament yesterday.
A big thank you to all the schools who participated and everyone who came out to enjoy the games!
Christopher over Eldorado 51-47
Anna-Jonesboro over Johnston City 57-47
The undefeated DuQuoin Indians win this year’s Arrowhead Classic.
DuQuoin’s Jayden Davis, Jeremiah Jones and Johnathan Brown also took All Tournament Selections.
There are still two more games today starting at 1 p.m.
It's the final day for this year's Arrowhead Classic tournament. It's a great time for spectators, parents, coaches and players!
The first basketball game is Eldorado vs. Christopher at 1 p.m. Then, Anna-Jonesboro vs. Johnston City at 2:30 p.m.
All schools have early dismissal today at 11:30 a.m. for parent-teacher conferences, which take place 12:30 - 3 p.m.
Night 3 of the Arrowhead Classic is now over, and we're more than halfway through the tournament. Here are the scores from yesterday:
Game 5: Anna-Jonesboro over Eldorado 54-43
Game 6: DuQuoin over Christopher 40
If you haven't made it out yet there are two more chances tonight and tomorrow afternoon!
COME AND GET THEM, FREE DONUTS!
High School students were able to get a free donut this morning after taking the Full-Service Community School survey.
FSCS High School Coordinator Heather Miller and FSCS Middle School Coordinator Ronda Koch handed out the treats!
Friendly reminder: Tomorrow, January 24th, all schools will have early dismissal at 11:30 a.m. for parent-teacher conferences.
The competition continues on the basketball court today for the Arrowhead
Classic.
Anna-Jonesboro takes on Eldorado at 6 p.m. Then, it's Christopher vs. DuQuoin at 7:30 p.m.
Last night marked day two of the Arrowhead Classic tournament. It was an exciting night out on the basketball court with some close games.
Game 3: Anna-Jonesboro over Christopher 59-58
Game 4: DuQuoin over Johnston City 52-48
Tonight we have a scheduled break for our Arrowhead Classic tournament. Basketball will resume tomorrow.
First up is Anna-Jonesboro versus Eldorado at 6 p.m. Then, Christopher takes on DuQuoin at 7:30 p.m.
