There will be an 11:30 AM early dismissal on Friday, January 30, to accommodate afternoon Parent-Teacher Conferences. If you would like to schedule a meeting with your child's teacher, please look for an email from the District Office next week with registration details.
Celebrating Our Brain Games Teams! 🧠✨
UPDATE: Our 5th Grade team will now also be advancing to the Regional competition! Way to go!!
We are so incredibly proud of our 5th and 6th Grade Brain Games teams for their outstanding performance today! Out of 17 competing teams, both of our groups showed incredible teamwork and determination, finishing in a tie for 6th place overall.
Due to tiebreaker rules (specifically the trivia round), our 6th Grade team officially secured the 6th place spot and will be advancing to the Regional competition in April! 🏆
Our 5th Grade team finished as the first alternate —an amazing achievement that shows just how bright our students are.
In three years of competing, we have never seen better collaboration and school spirit. Congratulations to all our competitors for representing Washington Middle School so well! 👏📚
The "Right Back at You" Project is Going Global! 🌎
From Washington Middle School to Hanoi, Vietnam—our 7th graders are making world-wide connections! After a virtual "meet and greet" with the Xanh Tuệ Đức School in November, our students began reading Right Back at You and sent off their first round of pen-pal letters.
The best part? A delivery of responses arrived just in time for the holidays! Now, the pens are moving faster than ever as our students prepare to send off their next round of letters this week. Stay tuned as these international friendships continue to flourish!
From Washington Middle School to Hanoi, Vietnam—our 7th graders are making world-wide connections! After a virtual "meet and greet" with the Xanh Tuệ Đức School in November, our students began reading Right Back at You and sent off their first round of pen-pal letters.
The best part? A delivery of responses arrived just in time for the holidays! Now, the pens are moving faster than ever as our students prepare to send off their next round of letters this week. Stay tuned as these international friendships continue to flourish!
Our WMS Student Council T-Shirt Fundraiser, in partnership with Silkworm, is ending soon. If you want to grab a high-quality shirt and show off your Indian Pride, be sure to order NOW!
Fundraisers like this allow our students to give back to the community, including sponsoring local children from the Angel Tree.
Those interested in supporting this cause can use the link below to order your shirt(s). The last day to place an order is 1/4/26. All orders will be available for pickup or shipped on 1/15/26.
https://shopsilkworm.com/jcms
Fundraisers like this allow our students to give back to the community, including sponsoring local children from the Angel Tree.
Those interested in supporting this cause can use the link below to order your shirt(s). The last day to place an order is 1/4/26. All orders will be available for pickup or shipped on 1/15/26.
https://shopsilkworm.com/jcms
Can you believe we’ve already reached the halfway point of winter break? ❄️⛄
We wanted to check in with our Johnston City Schools families and students to see how your time off is going! Whether you’ve been relaxing at home, traveling, spending time with family, or enjoying the cooler temperatures outside, we’d love to see it.
📸 Post a photo of your favorite moment from break so far in the comments below!
We wanted to check in with our Johnston City Schools families and students to see how your time off is going! Whether you’ve been relaxing at home, traveling, spending time with family, or enjoying the cooler temperatures outside, we’d love to see it.
📸 Post a photo of your favorite moment from break so far in the comments below!
🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Johnston City Schools! 🎄✨
Wishing our students, families, staff, and community a joyful day filled with peace, warmth, and holiday cheer.
Best wishes for a happy, healthy New Year!
Wishing our students, families, staff, and community a joyful day filled with peace, warmth, and holiday cheer.
Best wishes for a happy, healthy New Year!
Our Washington Middle School Student Council kept to their promise of a sweet treat for the home base that donated the most cans to the district-wide food and toy drive.
And.. the winner is... Mrs. Kerley's home base, who enjoyed Christmas-themed donuts! It's a pretty sweet way to end their 1st semester.
And.. the winner is... Mrs. Kerley's home base, who enjoyed Christmas-themed donuts! It's a pretty sweet way to end their 1st semester.
Abbie and Cara Cullum, both former Johnston City High School students, visited Mrs. Williford’s 7th- and 8th-grade PACE classes today to share information about the Disney College Program.
The program allows college students to live, learn, and work at Walt Disney World while gaining real-world job experience. There are a variety of roles available from attractions and entertainment to hospitality and food service. Plus, opportunities to build professional skills, network with Disney leaders, and attend educational seminars and career development workshops.
Abbie and Cara shared personal experiences from their time in the program, offering insight into how it helped them grow in independence, responsibility, and confidence.
The program allows college students to live, learn, and work at Walt Disney World while gaining real-world job experience. There are a variety of roles available from attractions and entertainment to hospitality and food service. Plus, opportunities to build professional skills, network with Disney leaders, and attend educational seminars and career development workshops.
Abbie and Cara shared personal experiences from their time in the program, offering insight into how it helped them grow in independence, responsibility, and confidence.
We have a heartwarming story to share just in time for the holidays!
Last Friday, members of our Washington Middle School boys’ basketball team visited Jefferson Elementary School to read Christmas books to our first-grade students. Afterward, Coach Chaney treated the team to breakfast at McDonald’s.
While there, the team noticed a gentleman who needed a little assistance getting from the parking lot into the restaurant. Without hesitation, one player stepped outside to offer his arm for support, while others held the door open to make sure he got inside safely.
As it turns out, the gentleman is a veteran who proudly served our country and previously worked for Johnston City Schools. Can you guess who it was?
It was Mr. Jim, the beloved custodian from Lincoln Elementary School! Coincidentally—or maybe fate—he had been featured as our Throwback Thursday just the day before.
Moments like these remind us that kindness, respect, and service are lessons that last a lifetime. We are so proud of our students for representing our schools and community so well this holiday season. ❤️🖤🎄
Last Friday, members of our Washington Middle School boys’ basketball team visited Jefferson Elementary School to read Christmas books to our first-grade students. Afterward, Coach Chaney treated the team to breakfast at McDonald’s.
While there, the team noticed a gentleman who needed a little assistance getting from the parking lot into the restaurant. Without hesitation, one player stepped outside to offer his arm for support, while others held the door open to make sure he got inside safely.
As it turns out, the gentleman is a veteran who proudly served our country and previously worked for Johnston City Schools. Can you guess who it was?
It was Mr. Jim, the beloved custodian from Lincoln Elementary School! Coincidentally—or maybe fate—he had been featured as our Throwback Thursday just the day before.
Moments like these remind us that kindness, respect, and service are lessons that last a lifetime. We are so proud of our students for representing our schools and community so well this holiday season. ❤️🖤🎄
If you're interested in your 1st through 6th grader attending the JCHS Educators Rising Winter Enrichment Camp, please register so we can better prepare for the event.
During this one-day program, participants will enjoy holiday-themed STEM activities and crafts!
It's taking place on Saturday, December 20th, at Jefferson Elementary School from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This gives parents the perfect opportunity to finish last-minute shopping, get the house ready for guests, or relax before entertaining!
Walk-ins are welcome, but the club encourages families to sign up in advance. This will help ensure we purchase enough supplies for the camp.
Click the link to sign up now: https://bit.ly/4oAB28T
During this one-day program, participants will enjoy holiday-themed STEM activities and crafts!
It's taking place on Saturday, December 20th, at Jefferson Elementary School from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This gives parents the perfect opportunity to finish last-minute shopping, get the house ready for guests, or relax before entertaining!
Walk-ins are welcome, but the club encourages families to sign up in advance. This will help ensure we purchase enough supplies for the camp.
Click the link to sign up now: https://bit.ly/4oAB28T
It's the last week of basketball before our student-athletes get a little downtime during Winter Break.
On Monday, December 15th, our boys' basketball team is hitting the road for a match-up with Carmi-White County starting at 6 p.m.
On Wednesday, December 17th, our boys' and girls' basketball teams will see some action. Our boys' basketball team stays home with a game against Anna starting at 5:30 p.m. While our Lady Indians travel to Herrin for a game against the Tigers, starting at 5 p.m.
On Thursday, December 18th, it's all about our girls' basketball team, who are hitting the road to take on Du Quoin with tipoff at 5:30 p.m. To wrap up the week, our Lady Indians will participate in the Vienna shootout on Saturday, December 20th.
We hope our student-athletes get plenty of rest and recovery time during winter break because we'll have several games left in the season when we return for 2nd semester!
On Monday, December 15th, our boys' basketball team is hitting the road for a match-up with Carmi-White County starting at 6 p.m.
On Wednesday, December 17th, our boys' and girls' basketball teams will see some action. Our boys' basketball team stays home with a game against Anna starting at 5:30 p.m. While our Lady Indians travel to Herrin for a game against the Tigers, starting at 5 p.m.
On Thursday, December 18th, it's all about our girls' basketball team, who are hitting the road to take on Du Quoin with tipoff at 5:30 p.m. To wrap up the week, our Lady Indians will participate in the Vienna shootout on Saturday, December 20th.
We hope our student-athletes get plenty of rest and recovery time during winter break because we'll have several games left in the season when we return for 2nd semester!
A reminder that tomorrow is Washington Middle School's December Family Night, sponsored by Full-Service Community Schools. We ask that those interested in attending please register for the event.
The evening will include a FREE chicken and biscuits dinner, along with a kit of the ingredients to make the dish at home.
Other activities include a Christmas tree ornament station, a cookie decorating competition, and a holiday photo opportunity courtesy of Shooting Star Photography!
It's all taking place on Tuesday, December 16th, from 5 to 6 p.m. You can register by scanning the QR code or clicking the link below, so we can ensure that we have enough food and supplies at the event.
https://bit.ly/3XvdLdm
The evening will include a FREE chicken and biscuits dinner, along with a kit of the ingredients to make the dish at home.
Other activities include a Christmas tree ornament station, a cookie decorating competition, and a holiday photo opportunity courtesy of Shooting Star Photography!
It's all taking place on Tuesday, December 16th, from 5 to 6 p.m. You can register by scanning the QR code or clicking the link below, so we can ensure that we have enough food and supplies at the event.
https://bit.ly/3XvdLdm
Winter break is almost here, and that means some changes to our regular schedule.
This week, there will be no tutoring or after-school clubs, but latchkey will still be available.
On Friday, December 19th, all schools will have early dismissal. Our elementary schools and Washington Middle School will dismiss at 1:50 p.m. Johnston City High School will dismiss at 2:00 p.m.
Christmas break will take place from Monday, December 22nd, through Monday, January 5th. Students will return to school for the start of the 2nd Semester on Tuesday, January 6th.
We hope this extended break provides a wonderful opportunity for our students and families to rest, recharge, and enjoy the holiday season! ❄️☃️
This week, there will be no tutoring or after-school clubs, but latchkey will still be available.
On Friday, December 19th, all schools will have early dismissal. Our elementary schools and Washington Middle School will dismiss at 1:50 p.m. Johnston City High School will dismiss at 2:00 p.m.
Christmas break will take place from Monday, December 22nd, through Monday, January 5th. Students will return to school for the start of the 2nd Semester on Tuesday, January 6th.
We hope this extended break provides a wonderful opportunity for our students and families to rest, recharge, and enjoy the holiday season! ❄️☃️
We absolutely love seeing our student-athletes giving back. Members of the Washington Middle School Boys' Basketball team made a special v
Washington Middle School invites you to our December Family Night, sponsored by Full-Service Community Schools.
The evening will include a FREE chicken and biscuits dinner, along with a kit of the ingredients to make the dish at home.
Other activities include a Christmas tree ornament station, a cookie decorating competition, and a holiday photo opportunity courtesy of Shooting Star Photography!
It's all taking place on Tuesday, December 16th, from 5 to 6 p.m. We kindly ask that you register by scanning the QR code or clicking the link below, so we can ensure having enough food and supplies at the event.
https://bit.ly/3XvdLdm
The evening will include a FREE chicken and biscuits dinner, along with a kit of the ingredients to make the dish at home.
Other activities include a Christmas tree ornament station, a cookie decorating competition, and a holiday photo opportunity courtesy of Shooting Star Photography!
It's all taking place on Tuesday, December 16th, from 5 to 6 p.m. We kindly ask that you register by scanning the QR code or clicking the link below, so we can ensure having enough food and supplies at the event.
https://bit.ly/3XvdLdm
Our Winter Mobile Pantry, sponsored by Full-Service Community Schools, is tomorrow and is open to ALL community members who reside within the Johnston City School District.
This distribution will offer a variety of non-perishable items to help support families and community members during the colder winter months.
The mobile pantry is taking place on Friday, December 12th, at Washington Middle School from 1 to 7 p.m. Please remember to bring a school or government-issued ID to verify residency.
We hope this provides extra support and comfort as we head into the winter season. ❄️❤️🖤
This distribution will offer a variety of non-perishable items to help support families and community members during the colder winter months.
The mobile pantry is taking place on Friday, December 12th, at Washington Middle School from 1 to 7 p.m. Please remember to bring a school or government-issued ID to verify residency.
We hope this provides extra support and comfort as we head into the winter season. ❄️❤️🖤
📸✨ Throwback Thursday! ✨📸
This week, we're spotlighting our 2018 Washington Middle School Christmas Dance, where ugly Christmas sweaters were all the fashion anywhere south of the North Pole! It's hard to believe that some of these former WMS students are now seniors!
Remember, this year's Christmas Dance is TOMORROW, Friday, December 12th, from 5-7 p.m. The cost is $3 per student and includes Grinch punch and Christmas cookies. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Plus, there will be a holiday photo opportunity with Shooting Star Photography. Students can take home a 5x7 photograph for $5, which prints on-site.
Just a reminder: the dance is for WMS students only. We can't wait to see your fun, festive, and downright UGLY sweaters!
This week, we're spotlighting our 2018 Washington Middle School Christmas Dance, where ugly Christmas sweaters were all the fashion anywhere south of the North Pole! It's hard to believe that some of these former WMS students are now seniors!
Remember, this year's Christmas Dance is TOMORROW, Friday, December 12th, from 5-7 p.m. The cost is $3 per student and includes Grinch punch and Christmas cookies. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Plus, there will be a holiday photo opportunity with Shooting Star Photography. Students can take home a 5x7 photograph for $5, which prints on-site.
Just a reminder: the dance is for WMS students only. We can't wait to see your fun, festive, and downright UGLY sweaters!
We are gearing up for our opening JCHS boys' basketball home game this Friday, December 12th. We want to ensure a safe, positive, and enjoyable experience for all players, coaches, families, and fans.
Please take a moment to review our 2025–2026 Basketball Season Reminders. These guidelines help us maintain a fun and welcoming environment for everyone who comes out to support our teams.
We appreciate your cooperation and can't wait to see you at our games! 🏀
Please take a moment to review our 2025–2026 Basketball Season Reminders. These guidelines help us maintain a fun and welcoming environment for everyone who comes out to support our teams.
We appreciate your cooperation and can't wait to see you at our games! 🏀
Support Washington Middle School & Look Great Doing It!
Our WMS Student Council is excited to announce its T-Shirt Fundraiser, in partnership with Silkworm. This is your chance to grab a high-quality shirt and show off your Indian Pride!
Fundraisers like this allow our students to give back to the community, including sponsoring local children from the Angel Tree.
Those interested in supporting this cause can use the link below to order your shirt(s). The last day to place an order is 1/4/26. All orders will be available for pickup or shipped on 1/15/26.
https://shopsilkworm.com/jcms
Our WMS Student Council is excited to announce its T-Shirt Fundraiser, in partnership with Silkworm. This is your chance to grab a high-quality shirt and show off your Indian Pride!
Fundraisers like this allow our students to give back to the community, including sponsoring local children from the Angel Tree.
Those interested in supporting this cause can use the link below to order your shirt(s). The last day to place an order is 1/4/26. All orders will be available for pickup or shipped on 1/15/26.
https://shopsilkworm.com/jcms
5th Grade Boys Basketball Tryouts:
December 18
Time: 4:30-6pm
All students trying out need to have a sports physical and all forms on file in the office.
December 18
Time: 4:30-6pm
All students trying out need to have a sports physical and all forms on file in the office.