Wishing you a wonderful Labor Day filled with relaxation and enjoyment. In recognition of this special day, we want to remind you that there will be no school today, Monday, September 4th.
Congratulations to the JCHS Girls Tennis team for winning their flight in the Heather Bradshaw Memorial Tournament! They had wins over Springfield, O'Fallon, and Morton to finish off a great weekend of competition. Way to go Panthers!
Today, Mrs. Williams's kindergarten students showcased their skills by constructing vibrant Chicka Chicka Boom Boom trees inspired by the captivating story they read. This fun, hands-on activity followed a week of diligent letter practice.
JCMS launched a new program today called Friday Electives - students had 32 special electives classes to choose from to explore passions and interests. Classes included: cooking, science experiments, creative writing, line dancing, bracelet making, technology, history mysteries, coding, fitness, jazz band, and many more. The students and teachers had so much fun!
JCMS Softball had an amazing last home game of the regular season winning against Alton 7-0.
Blue Crew cheered them on!
Great job ladies!!
In celebration of Labor Day, we would like to inform you that all Jersey 100 schools and the District Office will be closed on Monday, September 4th. This day serves as a tribute to the hardworking individuals who contribute to the prosperity and growth of our nation.
We hope this allows you to spend quality time with your loved ones and enjoy a well-deserved break. Regular school operations will resume on Tuesday, September 5th.
Wishing you a joyful and relaxing Labor Day weekend!
The Marching Panthers taking full advantage of the new turf field at JCHS! Preparing for the home opener on September 8th at The Don Synders Sports Complex.
JCMS PE classes are thrilled to utilize the new turf football field at the athletic complex on a daily basis! This facility allows our students to participate in outdoor activities in ways that were not possible before. Thank you Jersey County!
Spanish students at JCHS learned about and celebrated ¨La Tomatina¨ festival, a giant tomato fight in Buñol, Spain, on the last Wednesday of August each year. Students had their own ¨tomato¨ fight while practicing vocabulary and past and present tense verbs in Spanish.
Kate Heitzig has been selected for a seat on the 2023-24 Illinois State Board of Education Student Advisory Council!
She is one of 20 students chosen from around the state to help drive policies and regulations that will improve learning, outcomes, and academic achievement.
Congratulations Kate! 📚 🔨 🦺✏️🧰
Grafton Elementary had the pleasure of welcoming Mayor Morrow to our school today! He joined Mr. Holder's music class to learn about Louis Armstrong, one of the most famous jazz musicians of all time. We are grateful to Mayor Morrow for taking the time to visit.
The JCHS Girls Golf team hosted their first match of the year. Payton Mooney won her head to head match and had the lowest score on the team.
The Panthers would like to thank our local businesses for being hole sponsors this year; Julies Graphics, Jersey State Bank, DJ's Pub and Grill, Wittman and Lorton PC, Edward Jones Hugh Allen, Westlake Country Club, Tropical Sno, Sinclair Foods, JCH Health Care and McCarry's Dairyland
Students in Advanced Stem classes with Mr. Perdun and Mr. Short are researching, designing, and constructing gliders. They began with an introduction and investigation into the principles of flight and will now test their theories after construction concludes.
This week's Pawsitive Panthers at JCMS.
These students were selected by their teachers for going above and beyond.
Mrs. Galeana demonstrates sushi preparation then allows students to sample California Rolls in Nutrition & Culinary Arts! 🍣
Students are studying food and culture in this Career and Technical Education course at JCHS.
We are excited to offer a new dual credit opportunity for Seniors interested in a career in education through a partnership with LCCC that we call TEACH.
Seniors from Jersey + Calhoun + North Greene High Schools come together to receive instruction led by Mrs. Heitzig at JCHS, then also observe a cooperating teacher in their home district.
Such a great group for this exciting new endeavor! • 🩵🤍 • ❤️🖤 • 💙🤍 •
🔥 Unleashing Creativity in the Heat! 🔥
Ms. Striegel's JCHS Life Skills Class took advantage of the scorching temperatures this week to create some awesome artwork. 🎨🌞 By harnessing the sun's intense heat, students discovered that it's hot enough to melt crayons! 🖍️🔥 The result? A collection of vibrant and unique masterpieces that showcase the magic that can happen when creativity meets the elements.
Mrs. Zipprich's kindergarten class is abuzz with excitement as her young students dive into the world of shapes and colors. This week, the focus is on triangles, and the classroom has transformed into a vibrant canvas of creativity. Armed with paintbrushes and an array of colors, the little artists eagerly paint their triangles. Laughter and discussions fill the air as they compare their triangular masterpieces, each unique in its own way. Through this hands-on activity, not only are the students learning about geometric shapes, but they're also cultivating their fine motor skills and artistic expression.
JCH Medical Group and Jersey County Health Department will be offering a School Physical and Immunization Clinic at Jersey Community Middle School on Monday, August 28th. Please see the District Website for permission slips and health requirements for the 2023/2024 school year.
West Elementary students are staying cool AND staying active! Check out the fun these kindergarten students are having in PE!
