Construction at Jefferson Elementary School is making significant progress. This project includes renovations and expansions to the building.
Read more here: https://www.jcindians.org/article/2165924
Who said drawing on the walls is okay? In this case, Mr. Kee did!
The second grade teacher snapped photos of his students drawings on the hallway walls outside of his classroom. 🖍🖍 This wall will be demolished and expanded as part of a renovation project at Jefferson elementary.
These 2nd graders left some sweet messages like, "Love this Class," and colorful drawings of Easter eggs, flowers and even our solar system.
A friendly reminder for our parents and guardians:
🏀 Basketball for 4th -6th grade starts today after school at the high school. 4th-6th grade days are April 22, 24, 29 and May 1st.
🏀 2nd & 3rd grade basketball dates are April 23, 28, 30 and May 5th.
Students had to sign up to attend this basketball enrichment. It's right after school until 4:15. Bus transportation will be provided to the high school, but parents/guardians must pick their child up.
There will be a parent meeting after the first scheduled practice.
Wow! Way to go, Jefferson Elementary students 🙌 Your raised $2,635 dollars for the American Heart Association during the Kids Heart Challenge. All of your hard work shows, we surpassed our school's goal of $1,500!
To celebrate, our school held Jefferson Heart Week where students were able to dress up to themed-days. Here are some more photos from last week that we'd like to share.
🚍 School Bus Driver Appreciation Day 🚍
Today, we're recognizing all of our school bus drivers for taking care of our precious cargo during the school year. Whether they're transporting our kids to school, home, activities, or to sporting events, school bus drivers deserve recognition for the job they do.
Thank you for your dedication to our students and their families:
▪️Victoria Followell
▪️Chasidy Gibbs
▪️ Teresa Gibson
▪️ Renee Grisham
▪️ Rick Hammontree
▪️ Judy Martin
▪️Patricia Mueller
▪️Tonnie Nordmeyer
▪️ Tracey Seebeck
▪️ Becky Vancil
▪️Carleton Vincelette
▪️ Gayle Vincelette
In case you missed it, our schools will have early dismissal today, Thursday, April 17th. The elementary schools and middle school will dismiss at 1:50 p.m. Johnston City High School will dismiss at 2 p.m.
There is no school tomorrow Friday, April 18th, and there is no school Monday, April 21st.
Enjoy your break and we will see back in the classroom Tuesday, April 22nd!
Students at Jefferson Elementary are celebrating Heart Week.
The school has been raising funds for the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge. Students have also been learning life lessons like getting active, asking for help, resting well, and being kind.
To celebrate, students had the chance to wear their pajamas to school today. Here's a look at Mr. Kee and Mrs. Cheers' classes in their comfy PJs.
Parents/Guardians,
A friendly reminder our schools will have early dismissal tomorrow, Thursday, April 17th. The elementary schools and middle school will dismiss at 1:50 p.m. Johnston City High School will dismiss at 2 p.m.
There is no school Friday, April 18th, and there is no school Monday, April 21st.
Enjoy your break and we will see back in the classroom Tuesday, April 22nd!
❤️ The Kids Heart Challenge is wrapping up here soon! 🖤
We are having a blast getting healthier and helping kids with special hearts! You can still make your final online donations through Friday, April 18th.
We are so proud of all of our students and the work they put into this fundraiser! A big thank you to everyone who donated and supported this cause!
http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=11261&pg=company&company_id=482957
❤️ It's Day two for Jefferson Elementary's Heart week! 🖤
Students are continuing to dress up to spread more awareness about the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge. Recently, our students learned Hands-Only CPR and the warning signs of a stroke.
Today students celebrated their new skills by wearing their favorite superhero gear, including 1st graders in Ms. Smith's class and Kindergartners in Mrs. Cheers' class who are showing off their SUPER-sized muscles! 💪
At Jefferson Elementary, Mrs. Cheers uses several classroom management strategies to ensure students are ready for learning.
Every day, her class starts with meditation by doing some vagus nerve stimulation, which is known to reduce stress and improve mood. Then, it's circle time with a Native American talking stick where students take turns sharing and responding to a question of the day!
Mrs. Cheers also uses natural lighting, alternative seating, and sign language and allows students to wear slippers for comfort!
IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Lions Club Vision and Hearing Screening scheduled for this Saturday, April 19th, at the Johnston City Ballfields is now postponed due to mechanical issues with the mobile unit.
Once a new date is set, we'll make a new announcement regarding the time and location.
Jefferson Heart Week kicked off today ❤️🖤 Our students have been raising money for the American Heart Association while learning what it takes to have a healthy heart!
To celebrate and promote more awareness, the school is holding themed-days this week. Today, some of our students wore their favorite hat to school.
We're kicking off Jefferson Heart Week to celebrate our fundraising efforts for the American Heart Association's KIDS HEART CHALLENGE!
Today students are wearing their favorite hat to school, but there are more themed-days ahead! We have a week of fun ahead and hope all students participate:
❤️ Tuesday: Wear Your Superhero Gear
🖤 Wednesday: Wear Your Favorite Pajamas to School
❤️ Thursday: Wear Your Favorite Sports Apparel
Jefferson Elementary School Families,
The Kids Heart Challenge is underway, and our school is excited about feeling good while doing good! There’s still time to join our team and make a difference. ❤️🖤 Visit our school page below or download the AHA Schools app today!
http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=11261&pg=company&company_id=482957
Parents/guardians,
Here are some important days to keep in mind as the school year comes to a wrap, and many of you make plans for summer vacation!
Tuesday, May 27th will be an early dismissal day with Jefferson Elementary, Lincoln Elementary and Washington Middle School dismissing at 1:50 p.m. Johnston City High School will dismiss at 2:00 p.m.
▪️ Wednesday, May 7th: Seniors last day of classes
▪️ Thursday, May 8th: Senior Exams
▪️ Friday, May 9th Senior Exams
▪️ Tuesday, May 27th: Last day of classes for students
▪️ Monday, June 2nd: First day of summer school
▪️ Friday, June 27th: Last day of summer school
▪️Tuesday, August 12th: First day of classes 2025-2026 school year
Have you met Heart Hero Finn? ❤️🖤 He’s sharing Finn’s Mission so we can all help kids with special hearts - kids like him! He’s also set a goal to get as many families as possible to learn about heart health and the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR.
Complete Finn’s Mission to earn your very own Lifesavers Cape and Students that complete Finn’s Mission will earn an entry for two tickets to Super Bowl LX in 2026 🏈 and your school will be entered to receive a $10,000 fitness equipment makeover for every 18 students who complete Finn’s Mission.
http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=11261&pg=company&company_id=482957
A friendly reminder if your child needs an eye screening!
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 this 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.
Parents and Guardians,
The Lions of Illinois Foundation and the Johnston City Lions Club are hosting a FREE vision and hearing screening. Remember, all students going into Kindergarten need an eye exam.
Where: Johnston City Ball Field
When: April 19th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For more information contact Robert Miller at (618) 663-8368
All students participating in a WMS or JCHS sport for the 2025-26 school year MUST have a
yearly sports physical.
This is a great opportunity to cross that off your back-to-school checklist, and help support several of our school groups.
Here's a link to the IHSA Physical form: https://bit.ly/3XIrjTd
You can find print copies in the office at Lincoln Elementary, Washington Middle School, and Johnston City High School.
