
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.






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


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


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. 🚑








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


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.


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

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.






If your child needs the Pre-K screening, now's the time to schedule your appointment.


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!!


Johnston City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th.

Johnston City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19th due to inclement weather.

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


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!









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

There's no school today in observance of President's Day, we'll see you in class tomorrow!


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.


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.


“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