Illini Central CUSD 189

Illini Central is seeking teaching staff for the 2024-2025 school year. If interested, please send resume and cover letter to Superintendent Mike Ward at mward@illinicentral.org.

Next week, ICMS students will have the opportunity to participate in a fundraiser for Prader-Willi Syndrome research, Pennies for PWS. Students are invited to pay $1 each day to participate in the dress up days listed in the graphic below. Each WIN class has set a fundraising goal and there will be an afternoon of competitions on Friday for classes that reach their goal. There are prizes each day for the best dressed student and the best dressed WIN class, as well as a prize for the class who raises the most money. We are able to accept donations in the form of cash, check (made out to IC) or directly to FPWR at our website https://impact.fpwr.org/Pennies All money raised will be donated to the Foundation for Prader Willi Research and donations will be matched by an anonymous donor! For more information about Prader-Willi Syndrome visit www.fpwr.org. If you have questions about Pennies for PWS, please contact Mrs. Yana-White at cyana@illinicentral.org. #WeAreIC #BeJimmy

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

An event in the high school ran late, and the buses are running behind. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Good Morning Middle School Parents/Guardians, Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 14th, is our final PBIS reward trip. We will be going to the Peoria Chiefs Game. Lunch is provided. Lunch is a hot dog, chips, and a drink. Other snacks can be purchased at the game. Students have been passing all classes by Friday, May 10th at noon and be referral-free to attend the trip. Behavior goes up until the day of the trip. Students were notified on Friday if they were not able to attend. A message has also been sent home on Rooms.

Attention Parents and Guardians of 8th-grade students. I have attached a link to an informational letter regarding Commitment to Graduate. Thank you! https://5il.co/2li9c

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

Attention seniors and parents/guardians. Please review the information letter posted in the link. Please email me at kkloba@illinicentral with any questions regarding graduation. Thank you. I am looking forward to this great day! https://5il.co/2lg0n

Congratulations, boys!! We are proud of you!!! Parker Swaar: 13th Place - Discus Razz Thompson: 5th Place - 100 m 5th Place - High Jump 1st Place - Long Jump Razz returns tomorrow for the 200m, so stay tuned!

Good Morning Middle School Parents/Guardians, Tuesday, May 14th is our final PBIS reward trip. We will be going to the Peoria Chiefs Game. Lunch is provided. Lunch is a hot dog, chips, and a drink. Other snacks can be purchased at the game. Students must be passing all classes by Friday, May 10th (today) at noon and be referral-free to attend the trip. Behavior goes up until the day of the trip. Students were notified today if they were not able to attend. A message has also been sent home on Rooms.

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!

Good Morning Middle School Parents/Guardians, Tuesday, May 14th is our final PBIS reward trip. We will be going to the Peoria Chiefs Game. Lunch is provided. Lunch is a hot dog, chips, and a drink. Other snacks can be purchased at the game. Students must be passing all classes by Friday, May 10th at noon and be referral-free to attend the trip. Behavior goes up until the day of the trip. Students will be notified if they are not able to attend by the end of the day Friday, May 10th. A message will also be sent home on Rooms.

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.

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

A Friday construction update for you! The roof on the gym is finished, and next week we expect steel construction on the offices. Stay tuned...