At a special meeting on September 12th, the Johnston City Board of Education made
several updates that we’d like to share with our families.
First, we’re excited to announce Charity Price as the High School Assistant Secretary and welcome her to Johnston City Schools.
In addition to this hiring, three available positions are now posted, including part-time Licensed Practical Nurse, part-time Custodian, and Bus Driver.
Interested applicants can find more information here: https://www.jcindians.org/page/employment
several updates that we’d like to share with our families.
First, we’re excited to announce Charity Price as the High School Assistant Secretary and welcome her to Johnston City Schools.
In addition to this hiring, three available positions are now posted, including part-time Licensed Practical Nurse, part-time Custodian, and Bus Driver.
Interested applicants can find more information here: https://www.jcindians.org/page/employment
Did you know Johnston City is one of several Community Schools in Southern Illinois?
This morning, our Community Schools team met with their counterparts from Herrin, Vienna, Du Quoin, Carbondale, and Trico to share ideas and strengthen support for students and families.
This collaboration is a reminder that when schools work together, our entire region benefits!
This morning, our Community Schools team met with their counterparts from Herrin, Vienna, Du Quoin, Carbondale, and Trico to share ideas and strengthen support for students and families.
This collaboration is a reminder that when schools work together, our entire region benefits!
Former 2nd-grade teacher Mr. Kee and his therapy dog, River, visited Jefferson Elementary this week, and it was hard to tell who enjoyed it more—River or the students.
Mrs. Fietsam and Mrs. Monchino's 1st-grade class was all smiles yesterday as River happily soaked up the affection she missed since Mr. Kee's retirement in May.
Thank you for returning to Jefferson this week, Mr. Kee and River! 🐾
Today marks 24 years since the tragic September 11th attacks, a day that Americans will forever remember. We're reflecting on how our JCHS students and staff honored the victims and demonstrated acts of patriotism back in 2001.
At that time, students crafted and sold red, white, and blue ribbons, bracelets, and keychains as part of a fundraiser. In total, they raised over $1,000, which was donated to the American Red Cross.
Additionally, our JCHS students gathered at the high school's flagpole to pray for the victims and painted a mural featuring red, white, and blue artwork.
At that time, students crafted and sold red, white, and blue ribbons, bracelets, and keychains as part of a fundraiser. In total, they raised over $1,000, which was donated to the American Red Cross.
Additionally, our JCHS students gathered at the high school's flagpole to pray for the victims and painted a mural featuring red, white, and blue artwork.
Our Johnston City High School yearbook staff was one of 13 schools to attend training today at Carterville High School.
One of the BEST parts?! PIZZA!! 🍕
One of the BEST parts?! PIZZA!! 🍕
📱🌐 Learning Internet Safety at WMS 🌐📱
Our Washington Middle School students recently took part in an engaging presentation led by Sergeant Lee Stewart of the Illinois State Police.
Through interactive discussion, students learned how to stay safe while using games, apps, and cell phones. The presentation reminded them of the importance of making smart choices online and protecting themselves in today’s digital world.
A big thank-you to Sergeant Stewart for sharing his time and expertise with our students!
Our Washington Middle School students recently took part in an engaging presentation led by Sergeant Lee Stewart of the Illinois State Police.
Through interactive discussion, students learned how to stay safe while using games, apps, and cell phones. The presentation reminded them of the importance of making smart choices online and protecting themselves in today’s digital world.
A big thank-you to Sergeant Stewart for sharing his time and expertise with our students!
🐾❤️ A Special Visit at Jefferson Elementary! ❤️🐾
Former 2nd-grade teacher Mr. Kee and his beloved therapy dog River made their first return visit to Jefferson Elementary yesterday! Both retired in May, but they promised to come back. Our students were absolutely thrilled to see them again.
Today, Mr. Kee and River are spending time with our 1st-grade students. We’ll be sharing those photos soon, so stay tuned!
Former 2nd-grade teacher Mr. Kee and his beloved therapy dog River made their first return visit to Jefferson Elementary yesterday! Both retired in May, but they promised to come back. Our students were absolutely thrilled to see them again.
Today, Mr. Kee and River are spending time with our 1st-grade students. We’ll be sharing those photos soon, so stay tuned!
The goal at our Lincoln Elementary School this year is to maintain an average attendance rate of 95% or higher.
In the month of August, we made that goal, and Ms. McCoy's class had the best percentage at 99.3%. Those students were rewarded with a special treat.
The school looks at this each month, and the class with the highest attendance rate receives a snack! Keep up the good work, Lincoln parents and students!
In the month of August, we made that goal, and Ms. McCoy's class had the best percentage at 99.3%. Those students were rewarded with a special treat.
The school looks at this each month, and the class with the highest attendance rate receives a snack! Keep up the good work, Lincoln parents and students!
🎉🏈 Homecoming 2025 is Almost Here! 🏈🎉
Get ready, Indians — it’s nearly time to show your pride and celebrate one of our favorite traditions! Mark your calendars for an exciting week of events:
▪ Coronation
Wednesday, October 8th | 7:00 PM
Wendell Starrick Gymnasium
▪ Parade
Friday, October 10th | 3:00 PM
Washington Ave., Broadway Blvd., and Jefferson Ave.
▪ Homecoming Football Game
Friday, October 10th | Gates Open 5:30 PM | Kickoff 7:00 PM
JCHS Athletic Complex
▪ JC Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony
Saturday, October 12th | 11:30 AM
JCHS Gymnasium
▪ JC Homecoming Dance
Saturday, October 12th | 7:00 PM
JCHS Gymnasium
Community groups or organizations interested in entering a float in the parade can call the high school office at 618-983-8638 or email agualdoni@jcindians.org to be considered for a parade entry.
Let’s pack the stands, line the streets, and cheer on our Indians as we make Homecoming 2025 one to remember! ❤️🖤
The Johnston City Sports Hall of Fame congratulates the Class of 2025 inductees:
▪ Kyle Baker
▪ Tony Kendrick
▪ Roy Rogers.
This year's inductees, along with any previous honorees in attendance, will be recognized during the Homecoming Football Game on Friday, October 10.
The induction ceremony and banquet will be held on Saturday, October 11, at 11:30 a.m. in the Johnston City High School Gymnasium. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased at the District Office or the High School Office.
▪ Kyle Baker
▪ Tony Kendrick
▪ Roy Rogers.
This year's inductees, along with any previous honorees in attendance, will be recognized during the Homecoming Football Game on Friday, October 10.
The induction ceremony and banquet will be held on Saturday, October 11, at 11:30 a.m. in the Johnston City High School Gymnasium. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased at the District Office or the High School Office.
Our JCHS Animal Science class spent two days this week practicing Animal Identification Terms using an 'Around the World' method. Here's how it works:
▪ Students toss the ag-themed stress ball to another student
▪ Ask a question like "What's a male turkey called?"
▪ The other student will answer "Tom"
▪ And, repeat!
📸 Photo credit: Mrs. Bright
▪ Students toss the ag-themed stress ball to another student
▪ Ask a question like "What's a male turkey called?"
▪ The other student will answer "Tom"
▪ And, repeat!
📸 Photo credit: Mrs. Bright
Homecoming Week is Almost Here, Indians!
Mark your calendars — 2025 Homecoming Week is just a month away! From October 6th–11th, our Johnston City community will come together to celebrate school spirit, tradition, and our amazing students. Events include:
❤ Coronation
🖤 Homecoming Parade
❤ JCHS Football Game vs. Hamilton County Foxes
🖤 Johnston City Sports Hall of Fame Induction & Banquet
🖤Homecoming Dance in High School Gym
We can’t wait to see YOU cheer on our students, honor our Sports Hall of Fame inductees, and celebrate everything that makes Johnston City special!
♻️ Look at these little helpers! ♻️
Ms. Moore’s 2nd-grade class is leading the way with Jefferson Elementary School’s recycling program!
These students are excited to make a real difference and help our school become more eco-friendly. They’ve been learning what items can be recycled, how to sort them properly, and why caring for our planet matters.
Way to go, 2nd graders!
Ms. Moore’s 2nd-grade class is leading the way with Jefferson Elementary School’s recycling program!
These students are excited to make a real difference and help our school become more eco-friendly. They’ve been learning what items can be recycled, how to sort them properly, and why caring for our planet matters.
Way to go, 2nd graders!
📸✨ Throwback Thursday! ✨📸
We’re taking a look back at Mrs. Crowe’s 3rd-grade class. In 1967, 3rd graders attended Jefferson Elementary School. Now, Lincoln Elementary is home to our 3rd and 4th-grade students.
We’d love to hear from you! If you attended Johnston City Schools in 3rd grade, who was your teacher? Share your memories in the comments below!
#ThrowbackThursday
We’re taking a look back at Mrs. Crowe’s 3rd-grade class. In 1967, 3rd graders attended Jefferson Elementary School. Now, Lincoln Elementary is home to our 3rd and 4th-grade students.
We’d love to hear from you! If you attended Johnston City Schools in 3rd grade, who was your teacher? Share your memories in the comments below!
#ThrowbackThursday
🧪 A fun and messy experiment! 🧪
Mrs. Roach’s 2nd-grade class recently completed their unit on Solids and Liquids. Their final experiment was making their own Oobleck, which results from mixing cornstarch and water.
These students were very excited to see how the substance acts as a solid, then “melts” and turns into a liquid!
Mrs. Roach’s 2nd-grade class recently completed their unit on Solids and Liquids. Their final experiment was making their own Oobleck, which results from mixing cornstarch and water.
These students were very excited to see how the substance acts as a solid, then “melts” and turns into a liquid!
🙌 Hard work pays off! 🙌
Last week, students at Washington Middle School earned Tribe Time by completing their assignments, meeting their Edmentum minutes, and having no disciplinary issues. Fun activities included:
- STEM activities
- Art projects
- Outdoor time
- Dodgeball
- Movies
- And more!
Last week, students at Washington Middle School earned Tribe Time by completing their assignments, meeting their Edmentum minutes, and having no disciplinary issues. Fun activities included:
- STEM activities
- Art projects
- Outdoor time
- Dodgeball
- Movies
- And more!
Mrs. Monchino's class is in the beginning stages of their math curriculum, focusing on understanding number values and representations.
To help, her first-grade students have been using math racks to understand values, ways to make 10, and part-to-whole relationships.
This is just the beginning! We can't wait to see our students master these math skills and build on them during the school year.
To help, her first-grade students have been using math racks to understand values, ways to make 10, and part-to-whole relationships.
This is just the beginning! We can't wait to see our students master these math skills and build on them during the school year.
Johnston City Schools are closed today, Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day!
School will be back in session on Tuesday, September 2nd.
🎉 Homecoming Parade – Call for Entries! 🎉
Community groups and organizations are invited to take part in the 2025 JCHS Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 10th, starting at 3 pm! Would you like to enter a float?
▪ Call the high school office at (618) 983-8638
▪ Or email agualdoni@jcindians.org
Community groups and organizations are invited to take part in the 2025 JCHS Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 10th, starting at 3 pm! Would you like to enter a float?
▪ Call the high school office at (618) 983-8638
▪ Or email agualdoni@jcindians.org
JCHS students enrolled in the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program are preparing for the important role of working alongside medical staff and caring for patients. Before they can provide care for others, it’s important that they are healthy themselves!
This week, nurses from the Franklin-Williamson Bi-County Health Department visited JCHS to provide Tuberculosis screenings and Meningitis vaccines to our CNA students. These preventive steps are essential in making sure students are protected and ready for their clinical experiences.
We are grateful to our local health department for its support and assisting our CNA program.
📸 Mrs. Brenda Mummert
