Illini Central CUSD 189

SAVE THE DATE: Future 6th Graders and Freshmen!

Illini Central CUSD189 has the following property listed for public purchase. If you are interested in any of these items, please contact Beth Myers in the district office (217-482-5180) to arrange purchase and pick-up. All items must be picked up by August 11, 2025

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We are less than a month away from the 2025-2026 school year getting started!

The Illini Central Athletic Boosters have a Sideline Store where you can buy customizable, top brand fanware and accessories at savings you won't want to miss.

All orders are shipped directly to your home! Get some new gear and support IC Athletics all in one place.

All proceeds from sales goes towards enhancing our athletic programs at IC including but not limited to summer camps, team equipment, senior banners, and much more!

Here is the link: https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/illinois/masoncity/illini-central-high-school?ct=YTo2OntzOjY6InNvdXJjZSI7YToyOntpOjA7czo1OiJlbWFpbCI7aToxO2k6MzY2O31zOjU6ImVtYWlsIjtpOjM2NjtzOjQ6InN0YXQiO3M6MjI6IjY4NzUyMzhjMDk1NzU5NzY3OTIzODciO3M6OToic2VudF90aW1lIjtpOjE3NTI1MDcyNzY7czo0OiJsZWFkIjtzOjU6IjQ5MDk4IjtzOjc6ImNoYW5uZWwiO2E6MTp7czo1OiJlbWFpbCI7aTozNjY7fX0%3D&utm_source=Acquia&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=20250714_Advo_Back_to_School_Success_Prep

Illini Central School District is holding walk-in registration on Thursday, July 31st from 2:00-7:00. Students new to the district must register in person. Students who are returning to the district should register online through Skyward. If you do not have internet or computer access, then you may come in during walk-in registration to register your students. Walk-in registration will be held in both buildings. Make sure to go to your student's designated office.

Reminder: Illini Central Cougars Baseball Camp is coming up July 30th, 31st, and August 1st.

Walk-ups are welcome.

Session I: 8:00–9:30 AM (Grades 1–4)

Session II: 10:00–12:00 PM (Grades 5–8)

No high school session.

Also, there will be a middle school baseball parent meeting on Monday, July 21st at 6:00 PM in the Cougar Center foyer.

Congratulations to Taylor Pherigo! She has been recognized as a member of The National Society of High School Scholars. This recognition is much deserved! Keep up the great work, Taylor!

ICMS Lady Cougar Softball practices will be starting before we know it. If you are interested or have a student athlete who would like to be on the team this year...please fill out the following form as soon as possible.

https://forms.gle/PJAuoUVEGwTFx35E8

This form is for any girl who will be in the 8th, 7th, 6th or 5th grade this Fall.

*Please note that 5th graders will only be playing on the team if numbers warrant their inclusion. This decision will be made before practice starts.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Zimmerman at her email address tzimmerman@illinicentral.org

SAVE THE DATE: Future 6th Graders and Freshmen!

See the image for parking permit sales information for the 2025-2026 school year

Illini Central School District is holding walk-in registration on Thursday, July 31st from 2:00-7:00. Students new to the district must register in person. Students who are returning to the district should register online through Skyward. If you do not have internet or computer access, then you may come in during walk-in registration to register your students. Walk-in registration will be held in both buildings. Make sure to go to your student's designated office.

Seniors and Senior Parents/Guardians, Chalk Your Parking Spot! Come have fun with your friends and show your ICHS pride by chalking your personal blacktop canvas on August 11th, 12th, and/or 13th, any time between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. You must be eligible to purchase a parking spot (required paperwork) and pay the yearly parking fee of $25. You must turn in the art approval form before you begin decorating your space. You can turn your art approval form in when you purchase your parking pass and choose your assigned parking spot. Parking spots will be available to purchase for Seniors on Monday, August 4th. You must bring a valid driver’s license, registration, proof of insurance, and pay $25. Art approval forms must be turned in by Thursday, August 7th, by 3:00. This is for Senior students only. No Senior parking spot may be decorated until artwork is approved by Mrs. Baugher. Approved forms will be available for pick up in the front office from 8:00-3:00 on the decorating days. Design forms are at the main office and on the high school website under the “for students” tab. All design forms must be turned in to Mrs. Baugher by Thursday, August 7th, by 3:00, and approved before you can begin decorating. All designs must fall under ICHS rules and regulations. You will purchase all of your supplies. Below is a list of materials and suggestions. Guidelines for your sketch: Think of your parking spot as a t-shirt that you want to wear to school. Your spot must be within the ICHS student code of conduct and rules. No references to drugs, alcohol, smoking, gangs, or inappropriate behavior, etc. Keep it Classy! You can use your name, include your jersey number, instrument you play, reflect your favorite teams, show school spirit, or your favorite hobbies. Your spot should be fun and reflect who you are as a person. Materials Needed and Suggestions: **You are responsible for the cost and for providing all the supplies needed to chalk your spot. ** Broom/Leafblower: To sweep off your spot and start with a clean space. Masking/Painters Tape: You can use this to mark out your spot before you start chalking your spot. Hula Hoop: A hula hoop is a great tool to use if you are having any sort of larger circle incorporated into your design. Trash Bags: You are responsible for keeping our school property clean. Please do not litter. We would like to keep this as a tradition for classes to come. Do not ruin it for everyone else by not being responsible for your mess. Towel: It's not too comfortable sitting on the ground for long periods of time, so bring a towel to sit on. Sidewalk Chalk: There are many varieties of sidewalk chalk that you can use, including spray paint sidewalk chalk and sidewalk chalk paint. Paint Brushes/Paint Rollers: If you are using sidewalk chalk paint, you will need brushes and rollers.

The middle and high school entrance looks a little different these days! Until construction is completed, you can use door C1 in the west parking lot to get to the office between 8-noon. Please call the office if you need to set up an appointment.

SAVE THE DATE: Future 6th Graders and Freshmen!

Seniors and Senior Parents/Guardians, Chalk Your Parking Spot! Come have fun with your friends and show your ICHS pride by chalking your personal blacktop canvas on August 11th, 12th, and/or 13th, any time between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. You must be eligible to purchase a parking spot (required paperwork) and pay the yearly parking fee of $25. You must turn in the art approval form before you begin decorating your space. You can turn your art approval form in when you purchase your parking pass and choose your assigned parking spot. Parking spots will be available to purchase for Seniors on Monday, August 4th. You must bring a valid driver’s license, registration, proof of insurance, and pay $25. Art approval forms must be turned in by Thursday, August 7th, by 3:00. This is for Senior students only. No Senior parking spot may be decorated until artwork is approved by Mrs. Baugher. Approved forms will be available for pick up in the front office from 8:00-3:00 on the decorating days. Design forms are at the main office and on the high school website under the “for students” tab. All design forms must be turned in to Mrs. Baugher by Thursday, August 7th, by 3:00, and approved before you can begin decorating. All designs must fall under ICHS rules and regulations. You will purchase all of your supplies. Below is a list of materials and suggestions. Guidelines for your sketch: Think of your parking spot as a t-shirt that you want to wear to school. Your spot must be within the ICHS student code of conduct and rules. No references to drugs, alcohol, smoking, gangs, or inappropriate behavior, etc. Keep it Classy! You can use your name, include your jersey number, instrument you play, reflect your favorite teams, show school spirit, or your favorite hobbies. Your spot should be fun and reflect who you are as a person. Materials Needed and Suggestions: **You are responsible for the cost and for providing all the supplies needed to chalk your spot. ** Broom/Leafblower: To sweep off your spot and start with a clean space. Masking/Painters Tape: You can use this to mark out your spot before you start chalking your spot. Hula Hoop: A hula hoop is a great tool to use if you are having any sort of larger circle incorporated into your design. Trash Bags: You are responsible for keeping our school property clean. Please do not litter. We would like to keep this as a tradition for classes to come. Do not ruin it for everyone else by not being responsible for your mess. Towel: It's not too comfortable sitting on the ground for long periods of time, so bring a towel to sit on. Sidewalk Chalk: There are many varieties of sidewalk chalk that you can use, including spray paint sidewalk chalk and sidewalk chalk paint. Paint Brushes/Paint Rollers: If you are using sidewalk chalk paint, you will need brushes and rollers.

See the image for parking permit sales information for the 2025-2026 school year

Fall sports will begin before we know it & the Athens/IC soccer team would love to have you be a part of their program. If you are an Illini Central Freshman through Senior boy and you are interested in playing...please reach out to Coach Ruben at this email address jruben@athens-213.org

Calling all rising Juniors and Seniors! The counselors are taking two college trips this summer and we still have space available. On June 18th we have 5 spots open for our Knox & Monmouth college trip; we have 4 spots open for our SLU and Lindenwood trip on June 26th. We are departing the school at 7am and aim to return by 8pm. Please contact the school counselors if you are interested!

Graduates from Illini Central may apply to help fund their college or technical school tuition by utilizing the Illini Central Student Loan Fund. The money made available to graduates from Illini Central High School through the Student Loan Fund is a loan. As such, the committee expects the applicant to make repayment of the money borrowed as soon after leaving school as feasible. The prompt repayment of this loan will assure future students of Illini Central the same privilege to take advantage of this fund. There is a limit of $500.00 per semester, with the total amount granted not to exceed $3000.00. The Student Loan Fund committee will meet to approve student loans for the Fall 2025 semester. Students interested in acquiring a loan must apply by July 1st, 2025. Applications may be picked up in the high school office or on the school website at www.illinicentral.org under “For Students” on the main or high school page. Students must also submit a copy of their class schedule as proof of enrollment in college or trade school courses. Please contact Annie Baugher Illini Central High School at (217) 482-5180 or abaugher@illinicentral.org with questions.

Mason District Hospital will be providing no cost sport physicals to students on July 30th from 8:30- 12:00. They will have two providers available and will do them on a walk in basis. A parent/guardian must be present.