Athletics

ICHS Track & Field 🏃🥇🏆 🚨 The Tremont Invite 📍Tremont ⏰ 4:00 p.m. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy Graphic by The Class IV's Megan Hughes

In the last week, two of our Illini Central Middle School students have been seriously injured in accidents. Paxton Kelsey, 7th grade, was involved in a go-kart accident, and Parker Swaar, 8th grade, was wounded by a shot put. Both boys required extended hospital stays and extreme medical bills. In addition to Paxton's injury, his family recently lost his mother and had to postpone her services until he was released from the hospital. At Illini Central, we take the phrase, "We Are IC" to heart, and we want to support these two boys on their road to recovery. On Monday, May 12th, ICMS students can wear their pajamas to school for a minimum donation of $1. This week, ICHS students are competing to collect the most money. The teacher who collects the most money will have a bucket of ice water poured on his or her head. If the winning teacher collects $250 or more, the principal, Mrs. Baugher, will also have a bucket of ice water dumped on her head. The money collected from these fundraisers will be divided between the two boys. Anyone wishing to donate may also drop off cash or checks in the Illini Central Middle and High School office. We recently learned that Mason City National Bank has set up an account to support Paxton and his journey to recovery. Please consider donating to support our IC family!

Forms for this summer's Illlini Central Cougar Baseball Camp at the high school field were sent home yesterday with the ICGS students. ICMS & ICMS students can find the forms outside of the HS/MS office. Students entering grades 1–12 are welcome to participate! Please note that shirts will be ordered at the end of the school day on May 23rd, so forms should be turned in before then. (Extras will be available to purchase.) Completed forms can be returned to the Pre-K mailbox in the GS workroom. The form can also be found at this link on the Illini Central website: https://5il.co/3femb If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at kwort@illinicentral.org.

Many have asked how to support the Swaar family after Saturday's accident, and here are a few ways: -A savings account has been set up for Parker Swaar at the Alliance Community Bank in Mason City -A GoFundMe page has been set up here: https://gofund.me/996e4793 -Donations can also be dropped off in the Illini Central Middle and High School office The family appreciates all the support as Parker has a long road to recovery. #WeAreIC

Wishing the Illini Central Middle School Scholastic Bowl team well as they head to West Lincoln Broadwell this afternoon for the IESA Sectional Meet! The meet begins at 4:30 p.m.

Illini Central is coming together in support of our eighth-grade student, Parker Swaar, who suffered a skull fracture when accidentally struck by a shot put during our recent track meet. He's receiving excellent hospital care, and while his condition remains serious, we're encouraged by the early signs in his recovery journey. Our thoughts and prayers are with Parker and the entire Swaar family during this incredibly difficult time. The district is fully committed to supporting them however we can throughout Parker's recovery. Counselors are available at school for any student needing emotional support. Parents should contact us if their child needs these services. We're conducting a thorough review of all safety protocols for our athletic events. Safety remains our highest priority. We appreciate the community's concern and support for Parker and his family, and ask everyone to respect their privacy during this challenging time.

ICHS Track & Field 🏃🥇🏆 🚨Tomahawk Conference Meet 📍Athens ⏰ 3:00 p.m. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy Graphic by The Class IV's Megan Hughes with an action photo provided by “N” Focus Photography

Midwest Central / Illini Central Softball is hosting an Ulcerative Colitis (UC) Awareness Night on May 16! Join us for a home game against Midland. We will have food, silent auction items, and a 50/50 raffle, and bake sale! There will be fun and games for all ages and Mandie’s Snow Shack will be making their famous shaved ice! During this “Strike Out UC/Crohn’s Night” for the MCHS Lady Raiders, all profits will be donated to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. Shirt orders are open to anyone who would like to support the cause, and we encourage everyone to wear their shirt to the game! Softball players should not use this order form; your coach will place your orders for you. Shirts will be distributed the day before the game and at the game. You will be contacted for pick-up, so please ensure you provide a valid phone number. Orders are due by Saturday, May 3! All shirts are $20. Payments can be made by cash or check made out to MCHS at the time of pick-up. Thank you for your support! https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/12CjgfPKNSVrUsSx_cuh67CzXb1AYTeoH9CKxtrW3mE4/edit

The ICMS Track & Field meet scheduled for this afternoon in Glasford has been cancelled.

ICMS Track & Field 🏃🥇🏆 🚨Illini Bluffs Meet 📍Glasford ⏰ 4:00 p.m. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Illlini Central Schools will dismiss at 11:30 on Wednesday, 4/30. The PreK will have their Transportation Day during the morning hours, and busing is not provided. The Cheesed Out Food Truck will be on site! The Seniors will present their Reverse Career Fair, showcasing their plans for the future. The fair will be open to the public from 8:30 to 11:00, so stop in and see what our seniors will do with their futures! Grade School students are encouraged to "Dress for the Future" and dress as their future career. Last but not least, tomorrow from 4-7 p.m., the first annual Illini Central STEAM Fair will be showcased throughout the building. It is also an open house, so feel free to stop by and see the new addition if you haven't already. #WeAreIC

Today's IC Sporting Events include: - Lady Raider Softball 🥎 v. the Heyworth Lady Hornets in Heyworth 4:30 p.m.

Today’s Sporting Events include: Lady Raider Softball @ Knoxville 4:30 p.m. ICMS Track & Field Meet Home 4:00 p.m. JV Baseball v. Midwest Central 4:30 p.m.

ICMS Track & Field 🏃🥇🏆 🚨Tri-City Invitational 📍Buffalo ⏰ 9:00 a.m. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

The 2025 Cougar Basketball Camp will be here before we know it! Dates: June 9th-13 Location: Cougar Center Open to both boys and girls from 1st-8th grade. Forms have been sent home in the grade school, and are in front of the MS/HS office or at this link: https://5il.co/3eer3 Please reach out to rburks@illinicentral.org with any questions Get signed up today!

Today in IC Sports ICMS Track & Field 🏃🥇🏆@ Lewistown 4 p.m. ICHS Track & Field 🏃🥇🏆 @ Illini Bluffs 4 p.m. JV Baseball ⚾ v. Springfield Lutheran 4:30 p.m. Lady Raider Softball 🥎 v. Dee-Mack 4:30 p.m.

ICMS Track & Field 🏃🥇🏆 🚨Home Meet 📍Jim Newell Track ⏰ 4:00 p.m. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy Graphic by The Class IV's David Bard, Ethan Green & Brody Folkes

JV Cougar Baseball ⚾ v. the Auburn Trojans 🚨Regular Season Game 📍Auburn ⏰ 4:30 p.m. Graphic created by The Class IV's Parker Umbach.

Lady Raider Softball 🥎 v. the Illini Bluffs Lady Tigers 🚨Tomahawk Conference Game 📍Glasford ⏰ 4:30 p.m.

ICHS Track & Field 🏃🥇🏆 🚨Havana Meet 📍Havana ⏰ 4:00 p.m. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy *Promo created to The Class IV's Megan Hughes...action shots from "N" Focus Photography.