Illini Central Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 due to extreme weather conditions. All evening activities will continue as scheduled.
The Class of 2028 will be taking pre-orders for Krispy Kreme donuts beginning Feb. 3rd.
The cost of a dozen donuts will be $15.00. All order forms & money are due to Mrs. Price by Feb. 11th.
Orders will be available for pick up on Feb. 18th in the HS by Door B from 6:00-7:30 PM. (Door B is in the front of the HS on the left side...opposite the normal entrance)
We plan to have a limited number of donuts for $16.00 a dozen or $1.50 each at the game.
We would appreciate your support!
Parents and Guardians:
Illini Central is exploring photography options for next year. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey: https://forms.gle/Vs6mG9e1cXP2cMve9
The HS/MS Announcements today mentioned that The Cougar Center would be open at 4:30 p.m. this afternoon for an open house.
That was incorrect. We apologize for the confusion if you read or watched those Announcements.
The doors for tonight's ICMS Boys' Basketball game open at 5 p.m. not 4:30.
The 7th grade game will tip at 6:00 p.m.
Admission is FREE tonight as we open up the new gym.
#WeAreIC
Earlier this week Pre-K had their Pre-K sports night! The high school basketball team came in to play and the cheerleaders came in to cheer just for our Pre-K students and their families! There was an extended and interactive half time to get the kids up and allow them the opportunity to play a sport. They got to practice shooting, dribbling, and even learned a cheer. Thank you to Ryan Burks and Tara Walters for helping Pre-K to make this night a huge success!
Special thank you to Nicole Damm for taking some awesome pictures for us.
Happy 2025! Due to the snow accumulation and the prediction of more overnight, tomorrow's teacher in-service will be a "late start," beginning at 10:00. Staff will meet in the Cougar Center Gym at 10:00 to begin district meetings. Students who were scheduled to take make-up exams will NOT take them tomorrow. Make-up exams will take place on Tuesday, January 7th.
At this time, students will return from break on Tuesday, January 7th. Because we moved into the new building over break, the staff need the in-service day to adjust to new procedures and prepare for students to return. If the weather does not improve overnight, we will revisit the situation in the morning and inform you of any changes.
Just a reminder...
The Class of 2027 will be having a Nelson's Catering Fundraiser in January.
Here are the details:
When: Friday - January 24th
What: Grilled Chicken Dinner w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and a Roll
Time: Pickup @ IC Cafeteria 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cost: $14.00 per meal (money due at time of order)
Ordering online can be done at the following link until January 17th: https://nelsonscatering.com/illini-central
All orders through the students in the Class of 2027 must be done by January 15th.
Thank you in advance for supporting our Sophomores!
As a reminder, Illini Central Schools will dismiss at 2:00 pm on Thursday, December 19th and Friday, December 20th.
On Wednesday, December 11th, Illini Central Schools will dismiss at 2:00 pm for staff professional development.
As ICHS Principal Mrs. Annie Baugher rapidly reaches her due date, Illini Central thought we would introduce our district to the gentleman who will be our interim principal during her maternity leave.
We are glad to welcome Mr. Darren Hartry to our district for the last part of December and the 2nd semester of the 2024-2025 school year.
Here is a link to a bio of Mr. Hartry's time in education & information about his personal life: https://5il.co/322ks
Illini Central is thankful to have Mr. Hartry join our family this Winter.
The Class of 2027 will be having a Nelson's Catering Fundraiser in January.
Here are the details:
When: Friday - January 24th
What: Grilled Chicken Dinner w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and a Roll
Time: Pickup @ IC Cafeteria 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cost: $14.00 per meal (money due at time of order)
Ordering online can be done at the following link until January 17th: https://nelsonscatering.com/illini-central
All orders through the students in the Class of 2027 must be done by January 15th.
Thank you in advance for supporting our Sophomores!
As a reminder, Illini Central Schools will not be in session Wednesday, November 26th through Friday, November 28th. We will see you back at school on Monday, December 2nd!
We are grateful for the IC community and thankful for your support!
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Pre-K hosted their Family Game Night this week and it was so much fun!! We had a nacho bar for dinner and then had a tech free night full of family fun! Thank you to all of our wonderful Pre-K Families for joining us!!
The gym floor is finished, and bleachers are currently being installed! Save the dates: Farewell to Easton on December 19th and the first game in the new gym/Open House on January 10th! I can't wait to see our teams compete on this new gym floor!
Today, Illini Central students gathered in the gym for Meet the Cougars. It was a great way to recognize our fall and winter athletes and inspire the future athletes! Mr. Burks called down all of the bitty ball players, and we are excited for the future of IC sports! #WeAreIC
Miles of Smiles is Back!
This is a free dental service that is provided to our school. If you are interested, please fill out the form that is linked in this post and return it to the school as soon as possible.
Here is the link to the form: https://5il.co/312tj
This does count toward the state required dental exams needed for kindergarten, second, sixth and ninth grades.
The clinic will be held on December 16th & 17th.
Illini Central Schools will be closed on Tuesday, 11/5/2024, for election day per state law.
Illini Central Schools will dismiss at 11:30 on October 31st for school improvement meetings. PreK students will not be provided transportation; however, morning and afternoon students may attend from 8 to 10:30.
Middle School students will have a field trip to the Arlee Theater. Costumes are not allowed, but students are encouraged to wear Halloween colors and apparel.
As part of Red Ribbon Week, Grade School and High School students may wear their costumes; however, no masks, blood, gore, or weapons are allowed. If you have questions, contact the building principal.
How beautiful is this court?!?! It won't be long until students are playing on it! #WeAreIC
It is almost November and that means Illini Central Pre-K will be screening any new 3-5 year old's who are not yet enrolled in Pre-K! Call the Pre-K at 217-482-5180 extension 5 or email Allisa List at alist@illinicentral.org to get your child signed up!
