Our JCHS Scholar Bowl team is away today competing in the Illinois High School Association State Final Tournament in Normal, Illinois.
They'll go head-to-head against at least three schools:
▪️ 10 a.m. - St. Theresa ( Decatur)
▪️ 11 a.m. - Northridge Prep (Niles)
▪️ 1 p.m. - Metro-East Lutheran (Edwardsville)
We are cheering these students on for this BIG day and are amazed at how the team worked together during the season to get to this point!
Check out these rides for Drive Your Tractor to School Day.
A handful of our JCHS students traded in their cars or trucks for a tractor to help celebrate National Ag Week! From left to right, those students are:
▪ Kace Grant
▪ Ty Clark
▪ Daxton Borders
▪ Wyatt Custinger
▪ Jordan Norris
▪ Marcus Smith
▪ Grady Barker
The event raises awareness about the importance of agriculture and farming, and to showcase the machinery and equipment used in the industry.
National Ag Week is coming to a close, and we really enjoyed celebrating!
This week, our school hosted Ag Awareness Night for FFA chapters in the surrounding area. We had around 74 students show up. Section 24 FFA officers organized five speakers in the agriculture industry to come out and talk with FFA members and Ag students:
▪️ Nicole Cressey
▪️ Nathan Schatte
▪️ Brad Price
▪️ Neitzel Family Farm
▪️ Jeremiah Bright
Also, 1st year FFA members competed in the Greenhand Quizbowl. Those five students put a lot of time into studying for the competition including making flash cards!
We hope to make next year's National Ag Week even BIGGER and BETTER!
One last reminder -- all schools have early dismissal today at 11:30 a.m.
Eat a delicious Fish Fry, support our JCHS students!!
The Johnston City Lions Club is sponsoring a Fish Fry where proceeds will go toward scholarships for our JCHS students! There will also be free eye exams for children ages 6 months to 6 years old (no purchase necessary).
This event is Saturday, April 5th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (or until they run out) at the Masonic Lodge, 501 Washington, Johnston City. The meal is $12.00 per plate, dine-in or carry-out.
Tickets are available from Lions Club members, Johnston City High School Office, and the Johnston City District Office.
JCHS National Honor Society students volunteer this morning for the food giveaway at the First United Methodist Church. Our students were joined by the high school's Full-Service Community School Coordinator Heather Miller.
This is the second month in a row that students have offered a helping hand, and Junior Sophie Walker has taken part both times.
"I just really love helping everybody and like to put that joy into people," says the 16-year-old student pictured in the gray hoodie. "It really opens my eyes to how grateful I am and should be about everything that I have. "
Several church members and regular volunteers mentioned they're thankful for both groups of students giving their time, especially on days like this one where nearly all the food went home with local neighbors.
📚⭐️ On Saturday, our JCHS Scholar Bowl team will compete in the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) State Tournament!! 📚⭐️
After months of hard work, dedication, and teamwork, these amazing students have earned their spot in the state competition. We couldn't be more proud of their accomplishments, and wish them the best of luck as they represent the high school at the state level!
https://www.jcindians.org/article/2098469
Friendly reminder: Tomorrow, March 21st, is a Half Day with dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
Our JCHS Baseball and Softball teams BOTH have games today at 4:30 p.m.
Our boys are home going up against the Harrisburg Bulldogs, and our girls are away taking on the Anna-Jonesboro Wildcats. #rolltribe
Today is the Sophomore Pre-ACT make-up date for students who missed testing yesterday.
We've been talking about it all week, but today IS the day.
Our Sophomores are taking the Pre-ACT, which helps students, parents, and educators determine their readiness for college and career success.
The make-up date is tomorrow, March 20th.
JCHS Senior Emma Holland is awarded the John A. Logan College (JALC) Ambassador Scholarship. This is a full tuition scholarship for two years.
The Student Ambassador Program at JALC is a leadership opportunity for students who are dedicated to serving and representing the college on campus and out in the community.
Way to go, Emma! 👏👏
March is Music in our Schools month 🎵🎵 A time of year to raise awareness about the importance of music education for all children, and the educators who are in the classroom teaching students the fundamentals of music and how to build on them.
Today, we're highlighting Mr. Smith, who has a deep passion for music education and years of experience as a band director. He brings music, inspiration, and a whole lot of rhythm to Washington Middle School and Johnston City High School.
After studying and in-class preparation, our Sophomore students are taking the Pre-ACT tomorrow, March 19th.
Here are some tips for test taking:
▪️ Get plenty of rest the night before
▪️ Eat a balanced meal beforehand
▪️ Read the instructions carefully
▪️ Double check your answers
▪️ Maintain a positive attitude
The make-up date is Thursday, March 20th.
It's the first away game of the season for the JCHS Baseball team.
They're up against the Carrier Mills-Stonefort Wildcats. The first pitch is at 4:30 p.m.
We had a special visit from John A. Logan College representatives helping current Sophomore and Junior students with dual enrollment for next semester.
JALC Reps Jenny Ditch (blue hoodie) and Abby Porter (black sweater) were on-hand to answer any questions and guide students as they selected their college classes.
We're proud of these students for getting a head start on their college journey while still in high school.
Our Sophomore students are taking the Pre-ACT on Wednesday, March 19th.
This testing provides a predicted ACT test score, and helps students get the start they need to be ready for college.
Here are some of our Sophomore students taking part in Pre-ACT preparations!
Some members of our JCHS Baseball team volunteered their time this Spring Break.
The Johnston City Little League (JCJBL) had a shipment of field conditioner delivered to the park, but no way to unload it.
The baseball team sent a few players over, who carried the bags off the truck and put them away.
Washington Middle School Teacher and JCJBL President, Jaimi Kerley, is thankful for the helping hands!
Time to play ball! ⚾️🥎
It's the first baseball and softball games of the season. Both teams have home games against the Eldorado Eagles at 4: 30!
Let's wish them some luck, so our Indians can start off strong!
We hope everyone enjoyed Spring Break and are returning back to school refreshed and ready to learn during our 4th quarter!
We'll see you back in the classroom tomorrow morning. Remember it's March 17th, so wear your green for St. Patrick's Day! 🍀🍀
