Friendly reminder: Tomorrow, March 21st, is a Half Day with dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
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.
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! 🍀🍀
No school this week for Spring Break!!
We'll see you back in the classroom on Monday, March 17th.
Be safe and have fun 😎
We hope everyone enjoyed their weekend and are now ready for Spring Break, which starts tomorrow, March 10th, and runs through Friday, March 14th.
That means we'll see you back in class on Monday, March 17th, just in time for St. Patty's Day!
🎼 March is Music in our Schools Month. 🎼
This month, let's celebrate the power of music and its incredible impact on our students from fostering creativity to improving academic performance, music education opens doors to endless possibilities.
At Lincoln Elementary School, 3rd grade students are learning how to read sheet music and play the Recorder.
https://youtu.be/318JaUjzhCI
We're continuing to highlight our social workers during National School Social Worker Week including Ashley Gauldoni.
Social workers support the the emotional well-being of students and their families from providing counseling and resources to advocating for every student's needs.
Thank you to ALL our amazing school social workers for your compassion and dedication.
#SSWWeek2025
All schools have early dismissal today, Friday March 7th, with our elementary schools and middle school letting out at 1:50 p.m. High School students will be dismissed at 2 p.m.
Spring Break is March 10th -14th. 😎😎
We'll return on St. Patrick's Day with a full day of classes, so be sure to wear your green! 🍀
National School Social Work Week is an opportunity for schools, communities, and partners to acknowledge and recognize the impactful work social workers do to support students, families, and their communities.
Whether it’s leading group sessions, one-on-one counseling, or developing strategies for overall student well-being, our social workers including Ashley Huey are always there with a compassionate heart and expert advice.
#SSWWeek2025
A friendly reminder that tomorrow, March 7th, all schools have early dismissal.
Elementary and Middle School students will be let out at 1:50 p.m. and High School students will be dismissed at 2 p.m.
This week is School Social Worker, and we're continuing to recognize our social workers including Maranda Sink.
We want to highlight the incredible work of our school social workers who make a world of difference in the lives of our students and families.
They provide support, guidance, and a caring presence that helps students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
#SSWWeek2025
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.
