Illini Central High School

Congratulations to our ICHS students who earned honors during the 2nd semester & the ICMS students for their achievements in the 4th quarter of the school year. The ICHS honors list can be found at this link on the website: https://5il.co/2p23b The ICMS honors list can be found at this link: https://5il.co/2p23q We are proud of you. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Miss Bohannan has created an Illini Central FFA website to keep the IC community updated on the events & activities our terrific FFA chapter is involved in throughout the year. Check it out at this link: https://www.illinicentralffa.com/ Our FFA is always doing something great! #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Each year, Illini Central celebrates employees' work anniversaries at 5-year increments. This year, those staff members celebrated with their classrooms and colleagues and treated them with ice cream sandwiches for all! We are thankful for your continued dedication to our school district, and we appreciate all you have contributed to IC! Samantha Burks – 5 years Sanish Carr – 5 years Kortnie Cooper – 5 years Morgan Hellman – 5 years Kris Kloba – 5 years Alissa List – 5 years Diane Oney – 5 years Jeri Van Tine – 5 years Erica Braden – 10 years Jennifer Durbin – 10 years Laura Jasko – 15 years Sarah Liesman – 15 years Lloyd List – 15 years Kevin Andrews – 20 years Lindsey Bruce – 20 years Sarah Erlandson – 25 years Laural Giesler – 25 years

This is a reminder that IC schools will dismiss at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, May 28th and Wednesday, May 29th. Tomorrow is the last day of student attendance. We wish everyone a safe and happy summer.

Just a reminder that we will be streaming the Class of 2028's Commitment to Graduation ceremony tonight starting at 6:30 p.m. Here is the link to The Illini Central Cougars YouTube Channel's stream: https://youtube.com/live/AMxKOLZF890?feature=share #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Chromebook turn in begins tomorrow, Friday May 24th. The 8th grade students will be turning their device & charger in during class with Mrs. Giesler. The Juniors, Sophomores & Freshmen who will not be taking Final exams next week need to turn their device & charger into my room before they leave tomorrow. Any students in the high school who will be taking Finals should drop their device & charger off whether on Tuesday or Wednesday when are done for the year. The 5th graders will be turning their devices & chargers in on Wednesday morning, May 29th. Thank you in advance for helping to get everything returned to the school for Summer maintenance. - Mr. Wherley #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Today, the construction crew began demolition on the middle and high school office to prepare for a new secure entry! Currently the office staff are sharing a cozy classroom space for the summer.

Students are so excited about the annual ICGS Field Day, sponsored by the ICGS PTO! We're still looking for some parent/guardian volunteers to help the PTO put on this outstanding event. We extended the deadline to gather interest sheets until this Friday afternoon. Please complete this form by Friday afternoon. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLnhW7VE1QfUuUCgHIXFx2jtKd-ny1N7HRAbyNBalwMGaqtA/viewform We'll send home a Volunteer Form and Waiver of Liability with your child Monday, and we need it sent back to school by May 21st so we can get it approved and add you to the Field Day schedule. Field Day Volunteers would arrive at approximately 8am on May 29th to help set up and receive their activity assignments. Field Day volunteers should plan to stay until 10:45am. We'd love to see you there! #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Just a reminder that we will be broadcasting the ICHS Awards Ceremony tomorrow starting at 1:30 p.m. Here is the link to our live stream: https://youtube.com/live/J0YME4G3Ypo?feature=share #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

A big day on the construction site… the concrete for the gym floor is being poured today! The final gym floor will be wood, but the concretehas to be done first.The mezzanine (for the air handler unit) was also poured this week. It’s looking more and more like a school!

Sign ups have started for Lady Cougar Volleyball Camp. The camp will be open to students currently in grades K-7. Forms were sent home with the ICGS students. ICMS students can pick up a form outside of the ICHS/ICMS office. They can also be found at this link from our website: https://5il.co/2jzcd #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

Mark your calendars... 6th Grade Orientation is Wednesday, August 7th from 6:00-7:30 Freshmen Orientation is Thursday, August 8th from 6:00-7:30 #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

If interested, please complete the application here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/951/Illini_Central_CUSD_189/3255086/doc00993820230710105813.pdf

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.

We have a few openings for next school year! Please share with anyone who may 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

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

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.