🗓 Parents, mark your calendars! 🗓
Washington Middle School's picture day is scheduled for Thursday, October 9th.
Have your child bring their best smile!
Washington Middle School's picture day is scheduled for Thursday, October 9th.
Have your child bring their best smile!
We’re proud to celebrate and recognize our incredible principals across Johnston City Schools.
Each day, they lead with dedication, support our teachers and staff, and create a safe, welcoming environment where students can thrive!
❤️ Mrs. Schell - Johnston City High School
🖤 Mrs. Armes - Washington Middle School
❤️ Mrs. Smiley - Lincoln Elementary School
🖤 Mrs. Murrah - Jefferson Elementary School
Join us in thanking our principals for their hard work, leadership, and commitment to our school community!
Each day, they lead with dedication, support our teachers and staff, and create a safe, welcoming environment where students can thrive!
❤️ Mrs. Schell - Johnston City High School
🖤 Mrs. Armes - Washington Middle School
❤️ Mrs. Smiley - Lincoln Elementary School
🖤 Mrs. Murrah - Jefferson Elementary School
Join us in thanking our principals for their hard work, leadership, and commitment to our school community!
REMINDER: Girls' Basketball tryouts are scheduled for this week from 3 to 5 p.m. and are organized by grade.
Take a look at the schedule below:
🏀 Wednesday, October 1st: 5th and 6th grade
🏀 Thursday, October 2nd: 7th and 8th grade
Our first practice will be on Friday, October 3rd, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
We can't wait to see our Lady Indians on the court and look forward to the upcoming basketball season!
Take a look at the schedule below:
🏀 Wednesday, October 1st: 5th and 6th grade
🏀 Thursday, October 2nd: 7th and 8th grade
Our first practice will be on Friday, October 3rd, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
We can't wait to see our Lady Indians on the court and look forward to the upcoming basketball season!
⚾ CONGRATULATIONS! ⚾
The WMS Baseball team advanced to play in the state tournament this weekend. Our Indians will take on Belleville Whiteside on Saturday, October 4th, at Oasis Sports Complex. The first pitch goes out at 2:30 p.m.
We are beyond proud of the work our baseball players have put into the season and wish them the best of luck in their game on Saturday! Let's play ball!!
The WMS Baseball team advanced to play in the state tournament this weekend. Our Indians will take on Belleville Whiteside on Saturday, October 4th, at Oasis Sports Complex. The first pitch goes out at 2:30 p.m.
We are beyond proud of the work our baseball players have put into the season and wish them the best of luck in their game on Saturday! Let's play ball!!
🎟 Tickets are available for the Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony and banquet. 🎟
The program will be held Saturday, October 11th, at 11:30 a.m. in the Johnston City High School Gymnasium.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the District Office or Johnston City High School. They'll also be available for purchase at the door.
The program will be held Saturday, October 11th, at 11:30 a.m. in the Johnston City High School Gymnasium.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the District Office or Johnston City High School. They'll also be available for purchase at the door.
Our WMS Baseball team is playing the Carterville Lions tomorrow morning for the Regional Championship.
The team finished the regular season with an undefeated record of 17-0 and won their first conference championship in 15 years! Additionally, this week, our Indians won the SIJHSAA Regional - Round 1 Semi-Final Game against Carbondale.
The regional Championship game is being held at the Herrin Sports Complex, starting at 9 a.m.
The team finished the regular season with an undefeated record of 17-0 and won their first conference championship in 15 years! Additionally, this week, our Indians won the SIJHSAA Regional - Round 1 Semi-Final Game against Carbondale.
The regional Championship game is being held at the Herrin Sports Complex, starting at 9 a.m.
Girls' Basketball tryouts are scheduled for next week from 3 to 5 p.m. and are organized by grade.
Take a look at the schedule below:
🏀 Wednesday, October 1st: 5th and 6th grade
🏀 Thursday, October 2nd: 7th and 8th grade
We can't wait to see our Lady Indians on the court and look forward to the upcoming basketball season!
Take a look at the schedule below:
🏀 Wednesday, October 1st: 5th and 6th grade
🏀 Thursday, October 2nd: 7th and 8th grade
We can't wait to see our Lady Indians on the court and look forward to the upcoming basketball season!
A friendly reminder that our Washington Middle School Student Council is hosting a Fall Dance!
🍁 Friday, Sept. 26th
🍁 5 to 7 p.m.
🍁 $3 Entry
🍁 WMS Students only
Come enjoy music, friends, and fall fun — it’s the perfect way to kick off the season! 🍂
🍁 Friday, Sept. 26th
🍁 5 to 7 p.m.
🍁 $3 Entry
🍁 WMS Students only
Come enjoy music, friends, and fall fun — it’s the perfect way to kick off the season! 🍂
Last week at Washington Middle School, Mr Reeder’s 5th and 6th-grade science class made homemade butter. 🧈
After all their hard work, students were able to try the butter for themselves, and what better way to enjoy it than with some cinnamon and sugar toast? Yum!
After all their hard work, students were able to try the butter for themselves, and what better way to enjoy it than with some cinnamon and sugar toast? Yum!
It's a BIG week for our WMS Baseball and Softball teams, who are competing in the regional tournament. This competition will now take place at the Oasis Sports Complex this Wednesday.
Our Baseball team is pitted against Carbondale starting at 2 p.m., and our Lady Indians will take on the Herrin Tigers at 4 p.m.
Let's cheer them on and wish them luck!
The regional championship is set for this Saturday, September 27th, starting at 9 a.m. This game will be played at the Herrin Sports Complex.
Get ready for Homecoming Week with official Johnston City Homecoming shirts, available in short-sleeve, crewneck sweatshirt, or hoodie.
All designs are white with red and black lettering, so you can represent our school colors in style!
❤️ Orders and payment are due by September 30th
🖤 Make checks payable to Johnston City High School
❤️ Turn in order forms and payment to the JCHS School Office
Don’t miss out — order your Homecoming shirt today and wear your Indian spirit with pride!
All designs are white with red and black lettering, so you can represent our school colors in style!
❤️ Orders and payment are due by September 30th
🖤 Make checks payable to Johnston City High School
❤️ Turn in order forms and payment to the JCHS School Office
Don’t miss out — order your Homecoming shirt today and wear your Indian spirit with pride!
🎧📚 New at the WMS Library! 📚🎧
Washington Middle School is excited to announce that we now have Playaways available for checkout! These pre-loaded audiobooks make reading more fun and accessible than ever. No
internet, apps, or downloads needed. Just plug in your headphones or earbuds and enjoy a story anywhere, anytime!
What’s available?
🔹 24 audiobook titles (including student favorites and classics!)
🔹 Easy to check out and take home
🔹 Return in one week, with a renewal option
Playaways are a great way to enjoy books anytime you want to dive into a story. Stop by the WMS Library to check one out today!
Washington Middle School is excited to announce that we now have Playaways available for checkout! These pre-loaded audiobooks make reading more fun and accessible than ever. No
internet, apps, or downloads needed. Just plug in your headphones or earbuds and enjoy a story anywhere, anytime!
What’s available?
🔹 24 audiobook titles (including student favorites and classics!)
🔹 Easy to check out and take home
🔹 Return in one week, with a renewal option
Playaways are a great way to enjoy books anytime you want to dive into a story. Stop by the WMS Library to check one out today!
This morning, at approximately 7:25, a Johnston City School District bus was involved in a two-vehicle accident on Illinois Route 37. Within minutes, school staff arrived on the scene, including Superintendent Josh Pietrantoni and Transportation Director Becky Vancil.
Out of an abundance of caution, a number of students were transported to the hospital for evaluation of minor injuries, including a headache and a sore back.
In accordance with district emergency protocol, parents and guardians of students on the bus were notified immediately before a message was shared with the broader school community.
Multiple first responders assisted at the scene, including the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, the Williamson County Fire Department, and United EMS. The Sheriff’s Office conducted a preliminary investigation and determined that the district’s driver was not at fault.
We are deeply grateful to the responding agencies for their quick and professional support, and to our school staff for their prompt and caring actions.
At this time, no further information will be released.
Out of an abundance of caution, a number of students were transported to the hospital for evaluation of minor injuries, including a headache and a sore back.
In accordance with district emergency protocol, parents and guardians of students on the bus were notified immediately before a message was shared with the broader school community.
Multiple first responders assisted at the scene, including the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, the Williamson County Fire Department, and United EMS. The Sheriff’s Office conducted a preliminary investigation and determined that the district’s driver was not at fault.
We are deeply grateful to the responding agencies for their quick and professional support, and to our school staff for their prompt and caring actions.
At this time, no further information will be released.
This morning, a Johnston City School District bus was involved in an accident. Emergency personnel and school staff responded immediately and have been on the scene, taking all necessary safety precautions.
All parents and guardians of students involved in the accident have been notified directly. At this time, there are no unnotified parents with students connected to the incident.
The safety of our students is our top priority. We are working closely with local authorities and emergency responders to ensure the well-being of everyone involved.
We understand that news of an accident is concerning, and we want to assure our families and community that every precaution is being taken. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
All parents and guardians of students involved in the accident have been notified directly. At this time, there are no unnotified parents with students connected to the incident.
The safety of our students is our top priority. We are working closely with local authorities and emergency responders to ensure the well-being of everyone involved.
We understand that news of an accident is concerning, and we want to assure our families and community that every precaution is being taken. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
🍂 Happy first day of Fall! 🍂
There are so many FUN activities to enjoy across our region this time of year.
🎃 Carving pumpkins
🍎 Visiting apple orchards
🌾 Corn mazes
👻 Haunted houses
We want to know, what are some of your family traditions during the Fall season?!
There are so many FUN activities to enjoy across our region this time of year.
🎃 Carving pumpkins
🍎 Visiting apple orchards
🌾 Corn mazes
👻 Haunted houses
We want to know, what are some of your family traditions during the Fall season?!
Our Washington Middle School Student Council is hosting a Fall Dance!
🍁 Friday, Sept. 26th
🍁 5 to 7 p.m.
🍁 $3 Entry
🍁 WMS Students only
Come enjoy music, friends, and fall fun — it’s the perfect way to kick off the season! 🍂
🍁 Friday, Sept. 26th
🍁 5 to 7 p.m.
🍁 $3 Entry
🍁 WMS Students only
Come enjoy music, friends, and fall fun — it’s the perfect way to kick off the season! 🍂
Dear Parents and Guardians,
A friendly reminder that all Johnston City Schools will have an 11:30 a.m. dismissal on Friday, September 19. Please plan accordingly for your student’s pick-up or transportation needs.
Thank you for your cooperation!
A friendly reminder that all Johnston City Schools will have an 11:30 a.m. dismissal on Friday, September 19. Please plan accordingly for your student’s pick-up or transportation needs.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Scholar Bowl tryouts will be held on Tuesday, September 23rd, during lunch.
Mrs. Durbraski does ask students to be prompt to maximize their test-taking time. Tryouts cannot start until everyone is present. Pencils will be provided, so students do not need to bring anything with them.
Mrs. Durbraski does ask students to be prompt to maximize their test-taking time. Tryouts cannot start until everyone is present. Pencils will be provided, so students do not need to bring anything with them.
This week's schedule has our Baseball and Softball teams pitted against Goreville and Sesser-Valier.
Please take note, there's a time change for the Baseball game on Friday. The start time is now 4 p.m.
⚾️ Let's play ball! 🥎
Please take note, there's a time change for the Baseball game on Friday. The start time is now 4 p.m.
⚾️ Let's play ball! 🥎
At a special meeting on September 12th, the Johnston City Board of Education made
several updates that we’d like to share with our families.
First, we’re excited to announce Charity Price as the High School Assistant Secretary and welcome her to Johnston City Schools.
In addition to this hiring, three available positions are now posted, including part-time Licensed Practical Nurse, part-time Custodian, and Bus Driver.
Interested applicants can find more information here: https://www.jcindians.org/page/employment
several updates that we’d like to share with our families.
First, we’re excited to announce Charity Price as the High School Assistant Secretary and welcome her to Johnston City Schools.
In addition to this hiring, three available positions are now posted, including part-time Licensed Practical Nurse, part-time Custodian, and Bus Driver.
Interested applicants can find more information here: https://www.jcindians.org/page/employment
