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
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.
Dear Parents,
It is that time of the year again. We need you to fill out the following 5 Essentials Survey for Lincoln Elementary. Please take the time and fill this out before March 28th. Thank you!
Link: https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/
We love to see our students bringing their imagination and ideas to life!
These STEM projects highlight just a few things students have been working on during their STEM days. This is done with Mr. Carver using our 3D printers.
If your child needs the Pre-K screening, now's the time to schedule your appointment.
February is American Heart Month and Mrs. Mattox is teaching what it takes to have a healthy heart in PE with 3rd and 4th grade.
They're also learning CPR and using the mannequins to practice.
While students might be enjoying a snow day today they've been hard at work this semester.
Mrs. Grizzell's 4th grade ELA classes did a look back from what they have accomplished since entering 4th grade in her ELA class.
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
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.
"It just means the world to know that he’s not forgotten."
Cindy Walsh is reflecting back on her son's life and its impact on the Johnston City community.
This year will be the Farewell “Kegan Johns Memorial 5K/10K".
https://www.jcindians.org/article/2028333
“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 to learn 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 by the family: https://gofund.me/ff32919e