💃 WMS Dance Team Practice 💃
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.
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.
The Johnston City School District is proud to continue its mobile pantry through the Full-Service Community Schools grant.
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.
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.
Washington Middle School is still planning to hold softball and baseball tryouts this evening, Monday, July 28, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Johnston City High School Sports Complex.
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.
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.
A friendly reminder that tomorrow, Monday, July 28th, kicks off pre-registration for our upcoming Back-to-School Bash!
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!
Adventure Awaits at our first-ever Back-to-School Bash, so we hope you're ready for an evening of FREE fun!
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!
🍕 Our chefs say, "Bon Appétit!" 🍕
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!
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!
Our second session for WMS Baseball Open Fields is tomorrow, Wednesday, July 23rd.
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! ⚾️
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! ⚾️
🥎 WMS Softball Tryouts are right around the corner 🥎
▪ 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.
▪ 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.
A friendly reminder that this Thursday, July 24th, is your last chance to purchase fundraiser cards supporting our JCHS Football team. Enjoy discounts, free items with a purchase, and Buy One Get One free at participating businesses:
▪ 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!
▪ 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!
Adventure Awaits at our first-ever Back-to-School Bash, so we hope you're ready for an evening of FREE fun!
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!
Parents and Guardians, mark your calendars now! 📅 Below are the dates for our student orientations, school open houses, and class schedule pick-ups.
🎒Remember, all students, from Pre-K through 12th grade, will receive a FREE backpack filled with school supplies during these events.
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for the 2025–2026 school year!
🎒Remember, all students, from Pre-K through 12th grade, will receive a FREE backpack filled with school supplies during these events.
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for the 2025–2026 school year!
UPDATE: Due to the forecasted heat next week, there’s a time change for our Baseball Open Fields taking place Wednesday, July 23rd.
This event will now take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
This decision comes out concern for the safety of our students. We apologize for the inconvenience.
This event will now take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
This decision comes out concern for the safety of our students. We apologize for the inconvenience.
We have some EXCITING news!!! This year's Meet the Indians will include some time to SHOP for your Indian gear!! Everyone in the community is encouraged to come to the Athletic complex between 4:00-6:15pm and get your spirit wear for the upcoming year. We will have vendors set up with shirts, hats, cowbells, yard signs, jewelry, etc. for sale. If they don't have what you want, they will also be taking orders.
Also, beginning at 4:00pm, we will be selling BBQ sandwiches and BBQ Nachos.
We will be introducing our Fall athletes at 5:00pm on the football field. There will be an opportunity for you to get pictures with your favorite athlete while you are there.
Everyone is encouraged to carpool to West Frankfort High School where the Johnston City Indians will be scrimmaging at 7:00pm.
So spread the word!! Come out and eat dinner, shop, see your favorite athletes, and cheer on the Indians as they kick off the season!!!!
Also, beginning at 4:00pm, we will be selling BBQ sandwiches and BBQ Nachos.
We will be introducing our Fall athletes at 5:00pm on the football field. There will be an opportunity for you to get pictures with your favorite athlete while you are there.
Everyone is encouraged to carpool to West Frankfort High School where the Johnston City Indians will be scrimmaging at 7:00pm.
So spread the word!! Come out and eat dinner, shop, see your favorite athletes, and cheer on the Indians as they kick off the season!!!!
The Mike Dean Memorial Blood Drive is taking place Friday, August 1st, from 2:00–6:00 p.m. at Johnston City High School. Sponsored by JCHS HOSA, the drive honors beloved JCHS alum and Sesser educator Mike Dean.
It also supports the local blood supply and funds scholarships for JCHS students. Community members who donate will be entered into a special giveaway at our Back-to-School Bash downtown Johnston City also on Friday, August 1st, from 5 to 8 p.m.
It also supports the local blood supply and funds scholarships for JCHS students. Community members who donate will be entered into a special giveaway at our Back-to-School Bash downtown Johnston City also on Friday, August 1st, from 5 to 8 p.m.
The Johnston City School District would like to congratulate Jill Kendrick and Sydney Billington on their new roles and welcome Brian Chaney to our schools.
We're also proud to announce the school district is moving forward with plans to expand our Pre-Kindergarten programming to include a full-time option with wraparound services. We will release more information as this expansion progresses.
We're also proud to announce the school district is moving forward with plans to expand our Pre-Kindergarten programming to include a full-time option with wraparound services. We will release more information as this expansion progresses.
Don’t forget! Our Junior Baseball Open Fields are happening tomorrow for students going into 6th through 8th grade! ⚾️
📅 Open Fields:
Wednesday, July 16th & Wednesday, July 23rd
🕔 5:00–6:30 p.m.
📅 Tryouts:
Monday, July 28th & Tuesday, July 29th
🕔 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: JC High School Baseball Fields
Come out, have fun, and get ready for the season—we can’t wait to see you there!
📅 Open Fields:
Wednesday, July 16th & Wednesday, July 23rd
🕔 5:00–6:30 p.m.
📅 Tryouts:
Monday, July 28th & Tuesday, July 29th
🕔 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: JC High School Baseball Fields
Come out, have fun, and get ready for the season—we can’t wait to see you there!
Dance practice is really starting to pay off, our team just keeps getting better and better!!
We have more practice this week, Monday, July 14th, and Wednesday, July 16th, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
We have more practice this week, Monday, July 14th, and Wednesday, July 16th, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
🚗 Get Your Ride Shiny & Support a Great Cause! 🚗
Come cheer on our WMS Dance Team as they swap their dance shoes for sponges at their Car Wash Fundraiser tomorrow, July 12, from 9 AM to Noon at the Johnston City Banterra Bank parking lot!
Bring your dirty car and leave with a sparkle — all while helping our talented dancers raise funds for their upcoming season. Every sud makes a difference!
We can’t wait to see YOU there!
Come cheer on our WMS Dance Team as they swap their dance shoes for sponges at their Car Wash Fundraiser tomorrow, July 12, from 9 AM to Noon at the Johnston City Banterra Bank parking lot!
Bring your dirty car and leave with a sparkle — all while helping our talented dancers raise funds for their upcoming season. Every sud makes a difference!
We can’t wait to see YOU there!
All students of the Johnston City School District, from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, attending our schools during the 2025-2026 academic year will receive a free backpack filled with all required school supplies.
This is made possible through Full-Service Community Schools grant funding and will be provided at each student's perspective school on the dates below:
Johnston City High School: Thursday, August 7th, from 7:50 am to 1:30 pm during Freshman Orientation for incoming 9th grade students (lunch will be provided). Sophomore, junior and senior students can pick up their class schedule and free supplies on Friday, August 8th. Seniors 9:00-10:00 am, Juniors 10:00 11:00 am, and Sophomores 11:00 - noon.
Washington Middle School: Wednesday, August 6th, during WMS Orientation from 5pm to 7 pm for grades 6th-8th. For students entering 5th grade, Thursday, August 7th from 5pm to 7 pm during WMS 5th Grade Orientation.
Lincoln Elementary School: Monday, August 11th, from 4 pm to 6 pm at the school's Open House.
Jefferson Elementary School: Monday, August 11th, at the school's Open House. Students with last names A-M will attend from 6 pm to 6:45 pm, and students with last names starting with N-Z will attend from 6:45 pm to 7:30 pm. Incoming Pre-K students will receive their backpack and supplies Monday, August 11th, during Pre-K Open House from 6 pm to 7:30 pm.
Reminder: Each family attending our Back-to-School Bash in downtown Johnston City on Friday, August 1st, from 5 to 8 pm will receive a special voucher when they arrive at the event. This voucher can be turned in for a free gift when you pick up your child's backpack and supplies. Make sure to hold onto it!
This is made possible through Full-Service Community Schools grant funding and will be provided at each student's perspective school on the dates below:
Johnston City High School: Thursday, August 7th, from 7:50 am to 1:30 pm during Freshman Orientation for incoming 9th grade students (lunch will be provided). Sophomore, junior and senior students can pick up their class schedule and free supplies on Friday, August 8th. Seniors 9:00-10:00 am, Juniors 10:00 11:00 am, and Sophomores 11:00 - noon.
Washington Middle School: Wednesday, August 6th, during WMS Orientation from 5pm to 7 pm for grades 6th-8th. For students entering 5th grade, Thursday, August 7th from 5pm to 7 pm during WMS 5th Grade Orientation.
Lincoln Elementary School: Monday, August 11th, from 4 pm to 6 pm at the school's Open House.
Jefferson Elementary School: Monday, August 11th, at the school's Open House. Students with last names A-M will attend from 6 pm to 6:45 pm, and students with last names starting with N-Z will attend from 6:45 pm to 7:30 pm. Incoming Pre-K students will receive their backpack and supplies Monday, August 11th, during Pre-K Open House from 6 pm to 7:30 pm.
Reminder: Each family attending our Back-to-School Bash in downtown Johnston City on Friday, August 1st, from 5 to 8 pm will receive a special voucher when they arrive at the event. This voucher can be turned in for a free gift when you pick up your child's backpack and supplies. Make sure to hold onto it!
