

We’re so excited to welcome back our 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, and greet our new 5th grade students! Our teachers and staff are ready to help you succeed, make memories, and have a great year ahead.
Don't forget, we have a half day with dismissal at 11:30 am!

WMS would like to invite parents, guardians, and staff to "Chalk the Walk" with inspirational messages of encouragement for upcoming school year!
We hope to see you tomorrow, Monday, August 11th, from 5:30 to 7 pm.

▪️ Wednesday, August 6th:
WMS 6th-8th Grade Orientation: 5 to 7 pm
▪️ Thursday, August 7th:
WMS 5th Grade Orientation: 5 to 7 pm

A friendly reminder that all students, pre-k through 12th grade, will receive a backpack filled with all required school supplies.
This will be given out during your child's open house or orientation and is made possible through Full-Service Community School funding.
Open House/Orientation Dates can be found here: https://www.jcindians.org/article/2314879
Parents/Guardians who wish to buy additional supplies can find their child's school supply list here: https://www.jcindians.org/o/jcc/page/supply-lists
📅 Wednesday, August 6th:
WMS 6th-8th Grade Orientation: 5 to 7 pm
📅 Thursday, August 7th:
▪ JCHS Freshmen Orientation: 7:50 am to 1:30 pm (lunch will be provided)
▪ WMS 5th Grade Orientation: 5 to 7 pm
📅 Friday, August 8th:
JCHS 10-12th Grade Orientation/Schedule pick-ups:
- Seniors: 9:00 - 10:00 am
- Juniors: 10:00 - 11:00 am
- Sophomores: 11:00 am - noon
📅 Monday, August 11th:
▪ Lincoln Elementary School 3rd & 4th Grade Open House: 4 to 6 pm
▪ Jefferson Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd Grade Open House:
- Last names A-M: 6 to 6:45 pm
- Last names N-Z: 6:45 to 7:30 pm
- Incoming Pre-K: 6 pm to 7:30 pm
📅 Tuesday, August 12th:
First day of school (half day): Dismissal at 11:30 am
Reminder: All students, from Pre-K through 12th grade, will receive a FREE backpack filled with school supplies during their orientation or open house.
If you wish to purchase additional items, you can find the school supply lists here: https://www.jcindians.org/o/jcc/page/supply-lists

Time slots for screenings are based on the student's last name:
▪ A–M: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
▪ N–Z: 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Families who have not pre-registered their child for kindergarten can fill out the necessary registration paperwork at this event.

☑️ Alternative Learning Opportunities Programs (ALOP)
☑️ Full-Service Community Schools (FSCS)
☑️ Jefferson Elementary School
☑️ Johnston City High School (JCHS)
☑️ JCHS Educators Rising
☑️ JCHS Future Farmers of America (FFA)
☑️ JCHS Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)
☑️ JC Schools Transportation Office
☑️ Lincoln Elementary School
☑️ OPPA! - School meals programs
☑️ School Registration - new and returning students
☑️ Washington Middle School
We can't wait to see YOU this Friday in downtown Johnston City from 5 to 8 p.m. There will also be FREE food and desserts, FREE services, FREE activities, and more!

Our first practice of the season is tonight, Thursday, July 31st , from 5 to 7 p.m.
There will be another practice tomorrow, Friday, August 1st, from 4 to 5 p.m.
We encourage families to attend our Back-to-School Bash after practice tomorrow, August 1st. It's taking place downtown Johnston City from 5 to 8 p.m.

We have two upcoming practices that you'll need to attend:
▪ Thursday, July 31st, from 5 to 7 pm
▪ Tuesday, August 5th, from 5 to 7 pm
We hope that you've been finding time to practice and can't wait to see you there!

A friendly reminder that we do have dance team practice this week! Our first practice is Wednesday, July 30th, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
We have another practice this weekend on Saturday, August 2nd, from 9am to 11:30 am.

Do you have a child entering Kindergarten this fall? Join us Monday, August 4, 2025 for Kindergarten Screenings at Washington Middle School School's Cafeteria!
Time slots for screenings are based on the student's last name:
▪ A–M: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
▪ N–Z: 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Families who have not pre-registered their child for kindergarten can fill out the necessary registration paperwork at this event.

Our next distribution will be at our Back-to-School Bash taking place downtown Johnston City on Friday, August 1st, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Clothing items, hygiene products, and non-perishable food will be available for students and families of Johnston City Schools as well as community members who live in Johnston City.


Due to the forecasted heat, Monday’s tryout time is subject to adjustment and may be moved to 6:30–8:00 p.m. A final decision regarding tonight’s start time will be made this afternoon. Please check the school’s Facebook page for updates.
Tryouts on Tuesday, July 29, have been rescheduled and will now take place from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Please note: students should arrive well-hydrated and bring plenty of water. A current sports physical must be on file, or students must bring a completed physical form in order to participate.
To skip the "check-in" line and jump right into the action, we're offering pre-registration for this event. Pre-registration allows you to pick-up your tote, adventure pass, and voucher for a free gift at your child's school.
Pre-registration will taking place at Washington Middle School's office:
▪ Monday, July 28th: 7:30 am to 4 pm
▪ Tuesday, July 29th: 7:30 am to 4 pm
▪ Wednesday, July 30th: 7:30 am to 4 pm
▪ Thursday, July 31st: 7:30 am to 4 pm
▪ Friday, August 1st: 7:30 to noon
Our Back-to-School Bash is taking place downtown Johnston City on Friday, August 1st, from 5 to 8 p.m. We can't wait to see YOU there!







To skip the "check-in" line and jump right into the action, we're offering pre-registration for this event. Pre-registration allows you to pick-up your tote, adventure pass, and voucher for a free gift at your child's school.
Pre-registration will taking place at Washington Middle School's office:
▪ Monday, July 28th: 7:30 am to 4 pm
▪ Tuesday, July 29th: 7:30 am to 4 pm
▪ Wednesday, July 30th: 7:30 am to 4 pm
▪ Thursday, July 31st: 7:30 am to 4 pm
▪ Friday, August 1st: 7:30 to noon
Our Back-to-School Bash is taking place downtown Johnston City on Friday, August 1st, from 5 to 8 p.m. We can't wait to see YOU there!







This is the last week of our JCHS Educators Rising expanded summer enrichment camps, and the theme is 'Career Curiosity.' Our campers are exploring different trades and professions to learn more about career paths they might be interested in pursuing.
From the looks of those pizzas, we might have some future Michelin-star chefs on our hands! YUM!





A friendly reminder that we sent an update last week changing the time for this open field session. The event is now 6:30 to 8 pm.
With the forecasted heat, this decision was made out of concern for the safety of our students.
⚾️ We'll see you tomorrow! ⚾️


▪ 6-8th Grades
🗓 July 28 and July 29
📍 JCHS Softball Field
⏰ 6pm-8pm
Please remember, you must have all the proper paperwork on file: Current Sports Physical, Insurance Waiver, and Concussion Form. These forms can be picked up in our office. They're also available on our website. The Insurance Waiver and Concussion Forms will also be available on the first night of tryouts.

▪ ACE Hardware (Benton)
▪ Applebee's (Marion)
▪ Arby's (Marion)
▪ Burger King (Marion)
▪ Culver's (Carbondale & Marion)
▪ Dairy Queen (Johnston City)
▪ Domino's (West Frankfort)
▪ Hardees (Marion)
▪ Kokopelli Golf Club (Marion)
▪ Krispy Kreme (Marion)
▪ Little Caesars (Marion)
▪ Logan's Roadhouse (Marion)
▪ Marion Nutrition
▪ Papa Johns (Marion)
▪ Subway (Johnston City)
▪ Tequila's (Benton)
▪ Texas Roadhouse (Marion)
The cards are $20 each and can be purchased from a football player, at the unit office, or at the high school office. Both cash and checks are being accepted. Please, make your check payable to "Johnston City Football Team." Thank you for your support!