Jersey CUSD 100

Grafton Elementary students got a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting world of Esports! 🎮

Esports Coach Jarren Ehlers and player Lucas Smith visited our school to share what it’s like to be part of an Esports team. They talked about teamwork, strategy, communication, and the dedication it takes to compete.

Students loved watching and participating in a live demonstration and learning how gaming can build real-world skills like problem-solving and collaboration. Thank you, Coach Ehlers and Lucas, for inspiring our future gamers! 👏🎮

This Week in Jersey Activities

Cheyenne Hill, Cloud Sutton, and Campbell Middleton, students in Advanced Digital Graphics, show their recently sublimated spring grocery bags that are headed to Sinclair Foods.

🐾 Attention Future Panthers! 🐾

Kindergarten registration is here! ✨

Do you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026? It’s time to get ready for their school journey!

📌 Pre-Registration/Screening (New Students Only):
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM

📞 Call 618-498-4322 or 618-556-5107 to schedule an appointment.

(Students currently enrolled in Jersey 100 Pre-K do not need to attend—Kindergarten packets will be sent home.)

📄 Bring to Pre-Registration:
• Proof of residency to identify current address
• Birth certificate
• Recent physical (if available)

Proof of residency may include: utility bill, driver’s license, lease, or occupancy permit.
Completed physicals/immunizations are required to finalize registration and may be turned in that evening if available.

It’s the start of something BIG for your little Panther—we can’t wait! 🐾💙

Huge shoutout to our dedicated team for National School Social Work Week!

Thank you, Laurie Frey, Gloria Healy, Steve White (School Social Workers), and Carleigh Gotway (Crisis Intervention Specialist), for your incredible commitment to our students' well-being.

Your work matters! ❤️

JCMS is proud to announce our 2026 Spelling Bee Winners. These students will represent us at the Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, February 21st, at Crossroad Community Church in Brighton, Illinois.

Congratulations to our February Staff and Students of the month at JCMS. Staff: Shelby Sackmann, Melissa Bishop, and Stephanie Warren. Students: Carley Heltsley, Cole Highfill, Ava Molly, Hudson Lyons, Leonidas McKellar, Miles Vahle, and Peyton Eich. Thanks for making JCMS a great place to be.

JCMS Wrestling wins back to back IESA Regional team championships! The Panthers advanced 19 wrestlers to next week's Vandalia Sectional! Congratulations to Head Coach Ron Linenfelser, assistant coaches, and wrestlers! Team Scores: 1 Jersey 328.5 2 Litchfield 194 3 North Mac 139.5 4 Auburn 113 5 Roxana 90.5 6 Wood River 27 Sectional Qualifiers: 75 Roman Williams 2nd 80 Nolan Winder 2nd 85 Grant Jones 2nd 90 Abel Short 2nd 95 Garrett Ray 3rd 100 Mason Warren 2nd 100 Tate Valsted 3rd 105 Maddox Williams CHAMP 105 Andrew Ray 3rd 112 Chase White 3rd 119 Wade Ball CHAMP 126 Carter Scott CHAMP 135 Grayson Mangara CHAMP 145 Grayson Smith 2nd 155 Bennett Leslie 2nd 167 Caleb Olano CHAMP 185 Brody White CHAMP 215 Brody Olano CHAMP 275 Colton Mueller CHAMP Jersey Panther Wrestling is ON THE PROWL!

JCHS 8th Graders had a fantastic field trip to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield! They learned about and experienced President Lincoln's life and the weather was so beautiful that they enjoyed a picnic lunch at Springfield's Historic Union Station Park! It was a great day to be a Jersey Panther!!! 🐾

🚨ALL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT🚨
Help us congratulate Mila Lancaster on being named to the MVC All Conference Bowling Team! Jersey is proud of you!
#OnTheProwl#MVC#AllConference

🚨ALL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT🚨
Help us congratulate Hayden Longley, Aaron Hughes, and Jacob Hetzel on being named to the MVC All Conference Bowling Team! Jersey is proud of you!
#OnTheProwl#MVC#AllConference

COMMITTED!!! We’re excited to announce that Savana Walker has committed to Greenville University to continue her education and join the Panthers Dance team. Congratulations, Savana!

COMMITTED!!! We’re excited to announce that Morgan Allen has committed to Quincy University to continue her education and join the Hawks Track and Field program. Congratulations, Morgan!

The excitement was contagious as 1st and 4th graders at Grafton Elementary dove into all things Olympics! 🏅

Students researched the history of the Olympic Games, learned about different countries and events, and then put their knowledge into action by participating in their own Olympic competitions. From teamwork to sportsmanship, our young athletes showed determination, respect, and school spirit every step of the way. Way to go, future champions!

Vet Science has been learning how to complete 2 types of sutures for animals. Using foam pieces as skin they have been practicing their skills.

Grafton Elementary first graders celebrated the Chinese New Year with hands-on learning and lots of excitement! 🧧 Students discovered holiday traditions, learned about the zodiac, and made bright, festive crafts. We love exploring cultures from around the world! 🌏🐉

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our JCHS Special Olympics Basketball Team! Our student-athletes competed hard and played with heart. It was truly a great night to be a Jersey Panther!

Come support the JCHS Special Olympics Basketball team tonight. Tipoff is 6:30pm at JCHS.

The JCHS ACES team traveled to Blackburn College for competition today and took 1st place in their division! Way to go!

🌟 Grafton Elementary is proud to recognize our Character Award winners for the theme of Respect! Congratulations to Theo J., Ilahanne R., Evelyn B., Josie S., Finn B., and Braxxtyn S.R. (not pictured). Way to lead by example! 👏