Illini Central CUSD 189

Just a reminder that IC schools will dismiss at 11:30 am today, April 24, 2024.

We have a few openings for next year! Please share with anyone who might be interested.

The ICGS PTO is hosting a 4 day fundraiser with Double Good popcorn, an Illinois company with the freshest popped popcorn that is delicious and unique. Please check out the link below to order yours today. ICGS PTO appreciates all your continued support! https://popup.doublegood.com/s/6a63kxp1 #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

We are excited to present the new Illini Central CUSD #189 Strategic Plan that was created out of a committee of teachers, administrators, board members, and parents. Please watch this quick video that explains the goals of the plan: https://youtu.be/8HcgBcw5Jms

A Friday construction update for you! The roof on the gym is finished, and next week we expect steel construction on the offices. Stay tuned...

Tomorrow, Friday, April 19th, is our transition day for 8th grade students. Eighth-grade students will follow a high school schedule to help expose them to life as a high schoolers. We look forward to helping ease the transition from middle to high school.

Illini Central Middle School families...make sure to put this on your calendar! Friday, May 17th...we will be having a middle school dance from 6 to 8 p.m. in the cafeteria. The price is $5 to get in and concessions will be available for purchase as well. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Next Tuesday, April 23rd...Mu Alpha Theta will be hosting an after school tutoring session in Mr. Tobolaski's room (58) until 4 p.m. It's one of the last sessions before the end of the school year, so if students need extra help in classes, it's highly suggested to come. If you are not able to make it, you can contact Mr. Tobolaski or Senior Lucia Leamon and we can find a tutor to help you! #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Tomorrow (Wednesday, April 17th), Juniors and 8th grade students will take the Illinois Science Assessment. Please ensure, as much as possible, that your student is present and on time for school. Make sure Chromebooks are charged for testing. Thank you!

Juniors and 8th grade students will take the Illinois Science Assessment on Wednesday, April 17th. Please ensure, as much as possible, that your student is present and on time for school this day. Make sure Chromebooks are charged for testing. Thank you!

Here is the link for the middle school elective course descriptions. Please use this to help you guide choosing middle school electives. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Jjz16t4V3T79zzTyYLeonDK2sYKZpTzQlEtU7ZwtL6Y/edit?usp=sharing

Friday, April 19th is our transition day for 8th grade students. Eighth-grade students will follow a high school schedule to help expose them to life as a high schoolers. We look forward to helping ease the transition from middle to high school.

Attention Middle School Parents, Tomorrow begins IAR testing for middle school students. IAR testing is on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of this week (April 9th - 11th). All middle school students are required to take these tests. Please ensure, as much as possible, that your student is present and on time on these days of school, otherwise they will have to make up these tests during instructional times. Make sure Chromebooks are charged for testing. Thank you!

A Monday morning update on the building progress... Concrete in the classroom and wall construction of team and storage rooms. They are almost done with the gym roof!

Alliance Community Bank of Mason City and Illini Central High School are pleased to present Lilly Anderson with the February Student of the Month Award. For demonstrating outstanding character, Lilly receives an Amazon gift card from Alliance Community Bank and an Amazon gift card from the Illini Central High School faculty. Lilly is the daughter of Nate and Erin Anderson. Lilly has shown great resolve and excellence this year while taking Chemistry, American Government and Civics, Web Design, Probability and Statistics, Duel Credit Psychology, Duel Credit Communications, Basic Ag. Science, Independent Art Study, Duel Credit English Composition. Lilly is the FFA President, National Honors Society Vice President, a member of the Spanish Club, Art Club, Kindness Club, November/December Respectful Student of the Month, FFA Greenhand Degree, FFA Chapter degree, FFA State Degree, Varsity Volleyball. Outside of school, Lilly is involved in Peaceful Valley 4H, Velocity Club Volleyball, Mason County Jr. Fair Board, Swim Team, and the 2023 Fall Festival Queen. After graduation, Lilly plans to attend Illinois Community College or Lincoln Land Community College and then transfer to a university. Congratulations, Lilly! Thank you for all of your contributions to Illini Central over the years. We wish you nothing but the best in the future. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

As you probably know, a solar eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8th, 2024. Students and staff at Illini Central Schools will remain indoors during this time, as will all recesses and PE classes. Classroom teachers may choose to watch the live eclipse broadcast online, but out of caution, we will not allow students to go outside to watch it directly. By the time school is dismissed at 3:00 pm, we will be past the eclipse's peak, and we will encourage students to avoid looking directly into the sun as they leave for the day. If a guardian wants to pick up their child early from school to watch the eclipse, please contact the office and follow attendance procedures.

The 8th-grade Commitment to Graduation ceremony will be on Friday, May 24th at 6:30.

Attention Middle School Parents, IAR testing will be on April 9th - 11th. All middle school students are required to take these tests. Please ensure, as much as possible, that your student is present and on time on these days of school, otherwise they will have to make up these tests during instructional times. Thank you!

Alliance Community Bank of Mason City and Illini Central High School are pleased to present Aiden Bradshaw with the February Student of the Month Award.  For demonstrating outstanding character, Aiden receives an Amazon gift card from Alliance Community Bank and an Amazon gift card from the Illini Central High School faculty. Aiden is the son of Alex and Amilee Bradshaw. Aiden has shown great resolve and excellence this year while taking Algebra, American Government and Civics, The Class III, Psychology, Intro to Python Coding, Literature and Film and Web Design. Aiden is a member of Mu Alpha Theta, Basketball Manager, the Creator and host of Student Feud, and an actor in the spring play. Outside of school, Aiden volunteered at the Arlee Theatre. After graduation, Aiden plans to attend college to work on a major in game development and design while working to pay his debt. Congratulations, Aiden! Thank you for all of your contributions to Illini Central over the years. We wish you nothing but the best in the future. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

ICMS at Times Square last night!