This morning, a Johnston City School District bus was involved in an accident. Emergency personnel and school staff responded immediately and have been on the scene, taking all necessary safety precautions.
All parents and guardians of students involved in the accident have been notified directly. At this time, there are no unnotified parents with students connected to the incident.
The safety of our students is our top priority. We are working closely with local authorities and emergency responders to ensure the well-being of everyone involved.
We understand that news of an accident is concerning, and we want to assure our families and community that every precaution is being taken. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
All parents and guardians of students involved in the accident have been notified directly. At this time, there are no unnotified parents with students connected to the incident.
The safety of our students is our top priority. We are working closely with local authorities and emergency responders to ensure the well-being of everyone involved.
We understand that news of an accident is concerning, and we want to assure our families and community that every precaution is being taken. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
🍂 Happy first day of Fall! 🍂
There are so many FUN activities to enjoy across our region this time of year.
🎃 Carving pumpkins
🍎 Visiting apple orchards
🌾 Corn mazes
👻 Haunted houses
We want to know, what are some of your family traditions during the Fall season?!
There are so many FUN activities to enjoy across our region this time of year.
🎃 Carving pumpkins
🍎 Visiting apple orchards
🌾 Corn mazes
👻 Haunted houses
We want to know, what are some of your family traditions during the Fall season?!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
A friendly reminder that all Johnston City Schools will have an 11:30 a.m. dismissal on Friday, September 19. Please plan accordingly for your student’s pick-up or transportation needs.
Thank you for your cooperation!
A friendly reminder that all Johnston City Schools will have an 11:30 a.m. dismissal on Friday, September 19. Please plan accordingly for your student’s pick-up or transportation needs.
Thank you for your cooperation!
🎓💻 FAFSA Completion Night at JCHS 💻🎓
Seniors and parents/guardians, mark your calendars! Join us on Wednesday, October 1, at 6:00 p.m. in the JCHS Commons for FAFSA Completion Night. Completing the FAFSA is a graduation requirement and the first step toward financial aid, scholarships, and grants.
A representative from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will be there to guide families through the process and share updates about FAFSA changes starting with the Class of 2026. Don’t forget to bring a device (phone, Chromebook, or laptop) and create your FSA ID a few days in advance.
Questions? Contact Miss Chiaventone at jchiaventone@jcindians.org
Seniors and parents/guardians, mark your calendars! Join us on Wednesday, October 1, at 6:00 p.m. in the JCHS Commons for FAFSA Completion Night. Completing the FAFSA is a graduation requirement and the first step toward financial aid, scholarships, and grants.
A representative from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will be there to guide families through the process and share updates about FAFSA changes starting with the Class of 2026. Don’t forget to bring a device (phone, Chromebook, or laptop) and create your FSA ID a few days in advance.
Questions? Contact Miss Chiaventone at jchiaventone@jcindians.org
🚗✨ Support JCHS Student Council! ✨🚗
Bring your car out for a shine and help support our JCHS Student Council at their upcoming Car Wash!
▪ Saturday, September 27th
▪ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
▪ Banterra Bank
▪ $5 per car
Come by, support a great cause, and leave with a sparkling car!
Bring your car out for a shine and help support our JCHS Student Council at their upcoming Car Wash!
▪ Saturday, September 27th
▪ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
▪ Banterra Bank
▪ $5 per car
Come by, support a great cause, and leave with a sparkling car!
👑 📜 Knights for a Day in English IV! 👑
Seniors with Mrs. Patrick are studying ballads and stories from the Middle Ages. Today, "King Patrick" and "Herald" Mrs. Cockburn gathered to appoint the title of “sir” and “dame” to rightful subjects.
Candidates stepped forward, kneeled, and then accepted their new, knightly name, such as Sir John the Brave or Dame Riley the Great. They are now on a quest to be a "knight for a day" and then write about their experience of practicing chivalry for a 24-hour period.
Seniors with Mrs. Patrick are studying ballads and stories from the Middle Ages. Today, "King Patrick" and "Herald" Mrs. Cockburn gathered to appoint the title of “sir” and “dame” to rightful subjects.
Candidates stepped forward, kneeled, and then accepted their new, knightly name, such as Sir John the Brave or Dame Riley the Great. They are now on a quest to be a "knight for a day" and then write about their experience of practicing chivalry for a 24-hour period.
📰✨ Student Voices in Action! ✨📰
Our talented JCHS Journalism student, Lucy, recently interviewed student-athlete Lilli for an article in the upcoming issue of our district-wide digital magazine.
The two talked about Lilli’s role as Cheer Captain, her successes and challenges on the ball field, and how her experiences at JCHS are preparing her for a future career in nursing.
Stay tuned — the next issue of JC Hometown Highlights will be published in December!
Our talented JCHS Journalism student, Lucy, recently interviewed student-athlete Lilli for an article in the upcoming issue of our district-wide digital magazine.
The two talked about Lilli’s role as Cheer Captain, her successes and challenges on the ball field, and how her experiences at JCHS are preparing her for a future career in nursing.
Stay tuned — the next issue of JC Hometown Highlights will be published in December!
Last week, our JCHS students in Mrs. Patrick’s Novels class celebrated creativity and literacy by making their own bookmarks!
This fun craft tied perfectly into National Literacy Day and National Arts in Education Week, reminding us that reading and the arts go hand-in-hand.
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!
Today, JCHS Teacher Mrs. Mummert and JCHS Counselor Miss Chiaventone took students to Health Occupations and Public Service Day at John A. Logan College.
Our students had the chance to explore hands-on opportunities and learn more about exciting career paths in fields such as:
▪ Criminal Justice
▪ Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography
▪ Education
▪ Medical Assistant
▪ Nursing
▪ Social Work
Events like this help students envision their future careers!
Our students had the chance to explore hands-on opportunities and learn more about exciting career paths in fields such as:
▪ Criminal Justice
▪ Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography
▪ Education
▪ Medical Assistant
▪ Nursing
▪ Social Work
Events like this help students envision their future careers!
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.
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!! 🍕
📸 Photo Credit: Mrs. Will
One of the BEST parts?! PIZZA!! 🍕
📸 Photo Credit: Mrs. Will
Thank you to Jennifer Troutman with the University of Evansville for visiting our school today and meeting with some of our senior students, who have expressed interest in the university.
ATTENTION: Parents and Guardians, please note that FAFSA completion night is scheduled for October 1st, starting at 6 pm. Requirements are changing for the Class of 2026, and this will be the first opportunity to hear about those. Please attend this event so we can help you with any questions!
ATTENTION: Parents and Guardians, please note that FAFSA completion night is scheduled for October 1st, starting at 6 pm. Requirements are changing for the Class of 2026, and this will be the first opportunity to hear about those. Please attend this event so we can help you with any questions!
🎉🏈 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
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! ❤️🖤
🎓✨ College & Military Rep Visits at JCHS ✨🎓
Indians, it’s time to start planning for your future! This fall, Johnston City High School will host a variety of college and military representatives who are excited to meet with senior students, answer questions, and share what their schools and programs have to offer.
Check out the full schedule below and make sure to take advantage of these opportunities to explore your next steps after graduation!
To ensure a meeting with one of these colleges or universities, interested seniors should email JCHS School Counselor Jamie Chiaventone at jchiaventone@jcindians.org
Indians, it’s time to start planning for your future! This fall, Johnston City High School will host a variety of college and military representatives who are excited to meet with senior students, answer questions, and share what their schools and programs have to offer.
Check out the full schedule below and make sure to take advantage of these opportunities to explore your next steps after graduation!
To ensure a meeting with one of these colleges or universities, interested seniors should email JCHS School Counselor Jamie Chiaventone at jchiaventone@jcindians.org
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
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!
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
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!
📸✨ 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
