On Wednesday, November 19th, Illini Central will be updating its phone system starting at 10:00 am. Our phones may not be working for up to 90 minutes. If you need to contact someone during this time, please email the building secretaries. The contractors are making the office phones a priority, so we are hopeful the impact is minimal. We will send out a message once the phone lines are back up and running.
The holiday season is just around the corner. We are looking to help out our families in need during this holiday season. If you are a family in need of some assistance, please complete the form below. This information and your needs will remain confidential. Please put down specific needs for your child(ren). If you have any questions, please reach out to Annie Baugher. Forms are due by Tuesday, November 18th at Noon.
https://forms.gle/Rp7bSEoMx5VMiDx78
Thank you!
https://forms.gle/Rp7bSEoMx5VMiDx78
Thank you!
The holiday season is just around the corner. We are looking to help out our families in need during this holiday season. If you are a family in need of some assistance, please complete the form below. This information and your needs will remain confidential. Please put down specific needs for your child(ren). If you have any questions, please reach out to Annie Baugher. Forms are due by Tuesday, November 18th at Noon.
https://forms.gle/Rp7bSEoMx5VMiDx78
Thank you!
https://forms.gle/Rp7bSEoMx5VMiDx78
Thank you!
Miles of Smiles is back!
This is free dental service that is provided to our school. If you are interested, please fill out the form in the link below and return it to the school as soon as possible. This does count toward the state required dental exams needed for Kindergarten, 2nd, 6th and 9th grades. The clinic will be held on December 1st & 2nd.
Here is the link to the form: https://aptg.co/DJQ3N9
This is free dental service that is provided to our school. If you are interested, please fill out the form in the link below and return it to the school as soon as possible. This does count toward the state required dental exams needed for Kindergarten, 2nd, 6th and 9th grades. The clinic will be held on December 1st & 2nd.
Here is the link to the form: https://aptg.co/DJQ3N9
Be a Part of Something Bigger – Donate Blood Today!
Every time you donate blood, you’re doing more than just giving – you’re becoming part of something bigger.
Your donation has the power to save lives, support patients in need, and strengthen your community. Whether it’s for accident victims, cancer patients, or those with chronic illnesses, your generosity makes a real impact.
Join us in making a difference. One donation can change a life – or even several.
Be a hero. Be a lifesaver. Be a part of something bigger.
Schedule your donation today!
Illini Central High School
Sponsored By: Interact Club
Friday, November 21
9 am - 2 pm
Donor Bus at The Mason City Library
Here is the link to get signed up to donate: https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/138379
You can also email Leann Price at lprice@illinicentral.org or call ImpactLife at (800) 747-5401 to schedule your appointment.
Successful donations receive a choice of a $20 gift card for whole blood or a $25 gift card for double red donations, points in the store or donation to charity.
ImpactLife is the exclusive provider of blood and blood products to Lincoln Memorial Hospital, HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital, and Carle Health Pekin Hospital.
Every time you donate blood, you’re doing more than just giving – you’re becoming part of something bigger.
Your donation has the power to save lives, support patients in need, and strengthen your community. Whether it’s for accident victims, cancer patients, or those with chronic illnesses, your generosity makes a real impact.
Join us in making a difference. One donation can change a life – or even several.
Be a hero. Be a lifesaver. Be a part of something bigger.
Schedule your donation today!
Illini Central High School
Sponsored By: Interact Club
Friday, November 21
9 am - 2 pm
Donor Bus at The Mason City Library
Here is the link to get signed up to donate: https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/138379
You can also email Leann Price at lprice@illinicentral.org or call ImpactLife at (800) 747-5401 to schedule your appointment.
Successful donations receive a choice of a $20 gift card for whole blood or a $25 gift card for double red donations, points in the store or donation to charity.
ImpactLife is the exclusive provider of blood and blood products to Lincoln Memorial Hospital, HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital, and Carle Health Pekin Hospital.
ILLINI CENTRAL CUSD189 PUBLIC HEARING
Illini Central CUSD189 will hold a special Board of Education meeting prior to its regular monthly meeting to hold a public hearing on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, for the purpose of receiving testimony on the District’s proposed application for waiver of state board rules and/or school code mandates. The hearing will be convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Illini Central Professional Development Room.
Specifically, the district wishes to submit a waiver of section 17-1.5 of the School Code, which limits administrative costs to a maximum of 105% of the previous fiscal year’s expenditure. For Fiscal Year 2026, the district proposes a 12% increase over the FY2025 budget. This expenditure increase is due to the rise in healthcare coverage from fiscal year 2025 to fiscal year 2026.
Illini Central CUSD189 will hold a special Board of Education meeting prior to its regular monthly meeting to hold a public hearing on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, for the purpose of receiving testimony on the District’s proposed application for waiver of state board rules and/or school code mandates. The hearing will be convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Illini Central Professional Development Room.
Specifically, the district wishes to submit a waiver of section 17-1.5 of the School Code, which limits administrative costs to a maximum of 105% of the previous fiscal year’s expenditure. For Fiscal Year 2026, the district proposes a 12% increase over the FY2025 budget. This expenditure increase is due to the rise in healthcare coverage from fiscal year 2025 to fiscal year 2026.
We had a wonderful Veterans Day Assembly today! A special thanks to Mr. Vilatte and the advanced US History class for leading the assembly. Other special thanks go out to our guest speakers and attendees to include: Mr. Ben Damann, Mr. Jacob Durbin, the Illinois State Police Honor Guard, and the Mason City Community Choir. Thank you to our FFA and Mrs. Miller for preparing and serving a delicious pork chop lunch to our Veterans and their families.
The Veterans Day Assembly is a special annual event that we look forward to hosting every year. Thank you to all our Veterans and their families for the sacrifice and service to our country. All gave some, some gave all.
We will be live streaming today's Veterans Day Assembly at the following link.
The assembly begins at 10:30 a.m.
https://youtube.com/live/SC-eGkotl0U?feature=share
The assembly begins at 10:30 a.m.
https://youtube.com/live/SC-eGkotl0U?feature=share
A few reminders for this week at Illini Central.... Monday, November 10th, at 10:30, Illini Central will host its annual Veterans' Day Assembly--students and staff are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue.
Then, on Tuesday, November 11th, Illini Central Schools will be closed to honor Veterans' Day. On Wednesday, November 12th, school will be dismissed at 2:00 pm for teacher in-service meetings.
Then, on Tuesday, November 11th, Illini Central Schools will be closed to honor Veterans' Day. On Wednesday, November 12th, school will be dismissed at 2:00 pm for teacher in-service meetings.
Thank you to Mr. Rick Kehl for the memorial painting of Kevin! He captured him perfectly! We love having Kevin back in our office.
Congratulations for our high school PBIS students of the month for the month of October. The following students are being recognized for the character trait of honesty: Lucas Garrison, Caidy Bailey, Ben Austin, and Landon McGinnis. Keep up the great work!
Pre-K Screenings are being held Wednesday, November 19th from 8am-2pm. Call the Pre-K at 217-482-580 ext. 5 or email Mrs. List at alist@illinicentral.org.
On Monday, Nov. 3rd, a representative from ISAC (Illinois Student Assistance Commission) will be at the High School to help any parents that missed the Parent FAFSA workshop last week. Our rep will be at the school from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
Any families that have students that are not pursing further education past high school can also visit to receive assistance in completing the opt-out waiver for the state of Illinois.
Completing the FAFSA application or the opt-out waiver are graduation requirements for all students.
Tomorrow 10/31, Illini Central Schools will dismiss at 11:30. Students may wear their costumes to school, but all costumes must be family-friendly (no blood, gore, weapons, or masks).
Pre-K will be having their Halloween Half Day tomorrow. All students, morning and afternoon, are welcome to join us from 8-10:30am. Remember there will be no busing. Students will need a ride to and from school.
We have our winner from our Premier Parking Spot for the 2025-2026 school year. Now, we are selling Premier Parking Raffle Tickets for the 2026-2027 school year. Raffle tickets will be sold at most home games at/near the concession stand. Tickets will be available tonight at the final volleyball game for the season.
The drawing for the premier parking spot will take place on Monday, February 23rd, following our last home game. The winner does not need to be present to win. The winner will be contacted by the high school office. The winner will win a front row, reserved parking spot outside of the MS/HS entrance for the 2026-2027 school year.
The drawing for the premier parking spot will take place on Monday, February 23rd, following our last home game. The winner does not need to be present to win. The winner will be contacted by the high school office. The winner will win a front row, reserved parking spot outside of the MS/HS entrance for the 2026-2027 school year.
ICHS is looking for volunteers to interview Sophomores for their mock interviews! If you're interested, please sign up via the Google doc here:
https://forms.gle/AxtHWWe4oFdmbKw37
Interviews can be done in person or via Google Meet and will take about 30 minutes per student. You can sign up for multiple slots. Interviews will take place in the second and third week of November.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the counselors.
REMINDER!
Tonight is our FAFSA workshop from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m..
This is your friendly reminder that completing a FAFSA application is a state requirement for graduation.
If you cannot attend our workshop, please contact the counselors to find a different time.
Tonight is our FAFSA workshop from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m..
This is your friendly reminder that completing a FAFSA application is a state requirement for graduation.
If you cannot attend our workshop, please contact the counselors to find a different time.
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved therapy dog, Kevin. He was a cherished member of our school family who brought comfort, joy, and calm to students and staff alike. He also had a well-known weakness for snacks — if you ever ate lunch anywhere near him, you probably remember his hopeful eyes and gentle “begging” for a bite.
From greeting students in the hallways to sitting quietly beside those who needed a moment of reassurance, Kevin made a lasting impact on our school. His gentle presence reminded us all of the power of kindness and connection.
We are deeply grateful to Mrs. Annie Baugher for sharing Kevin with us and for the many ways they both enriched our community. Though Kevin will be greatly missed, his spirit will always remain part of our school’s heart.
From greeting students in the hallways to sitting quietly beside those who needed a moment of reassurance, Kevin made a lasting impact on our school. His gentle presence reminded us all of the power of kindness and connection.
We are deeply grateful to Mrs. Annie Baugher for sharing Kevin with us and for the many ways they both enriched our community. Though Kevin will be greatly missed, his spirit will always remain part of our school’s heart.
This morning we had a fire alarm go off accidentally, so the building was evacuated. This was unplanned, and our students and staff followed procedures to ensure students were safe. The fire department came and cleared the building, and students are now back in class.
ICGS Red Ribbon Week will take place during the week of October 27th through 31st.
The dress up day themes can be found in this flyer.
The dress up day themes can be found in this flyer.
