“Code, Create, Innovate: Exploring Computer Science”
Welcome to Code, Create, Innovate! — a hands-on computer science class designed just for junior high students was added to the 8th grade elective list this year. In this class, students discover the power of technology through creative projects that blend coding, design, and problem-solving. Ms. Anderson's class designed some impressive prototypes and had fun using all they have been introduced to in the world of coding with their first project "Secrets and Safes."
Welcome to Code, Create, Innovate! — a hands-on computer science class designed just for junior high students was added to the 8th grade elective list this year. In this class, students discover the power of technology through creative projects that blend coding, design, and problem-solving. Ms. Anderson's class designed some impressive prototypes and had fun using all they have been introduced to in the world of coding with their first project "Secrets and Safes."
It’s a Minion invasion! 💛
North classrooms were filled with bright yellow smiles and lots of laughter as students and staff joined in the HOCO Week fun! #NorthSchool #TornadoPride
North School students went bananas for Minion Day! 💛💜
From overalls to goggles, our Tornadoes showed their school spirit in true Despicable Me style for Homecoming Week! 🍌
From overalls to goggles, our Tornadoes showed their school spirit in true Despicable Me style for Homecoming Week! 🍌
Memorial Elementary School September Students of the Month
Front Row: Remington Reese, Joselyn Lawrence, Aubrianna Snned, Isabella McQuinn, Violet Skinner
Second Row: Conner Basil, Leah Hasquin, Eliza Brown, Uilliam Friesland, Kendall Hennings, Hazel Skinner and Peyton Eck.
Back Row: First National Bank Sponsorships, Hanna and Stephanie
Front Row: Remington Reese, Joselyn Lawrence, Aubrianna Snned, Isabella McQuinn, Violet Skinner
Second Row: Conner Basil, Leah Hasquin, Eliza Brown, Uilliam Friesland, Kendall Hennings, Hazel Skinner and Peyton Eck.
Back Row: First National Bank Sponsorships, Hanna and Stephanie
Third grade student Henry Wells earned the title of Principal for the Day at Memorial Elementary. Principal Wells had a very busy day. He started his day with morning recess duty, followed by the morning announcements, meetings, classroom walk-throughs, a trip to the Coffee Can and the district office to check the mail and meet the ladies who work in the office, radioing Mr. Vinnie for assistance, and helping a preschool friend get on the bus. He enjoyed McDonald's for lunch and ended his day as crossing guard. When he was asked if he wants to be a principal when he grows up he said, "No. There's too many meetings and phone call." Great job today Principal Wells. Principal for the Day was an auction item at the Tornado Open Golf Outing sponsored by the Sports Boosters.
🌟 Principal for a Day at North School! 🌟
Congratulations to Remy Reber, who won the raffle at the Tornado Open hosted by the Taylorville Sports Boosters and spent the entire day as Principal for a Day! 👩🏫✨
Remy shadowed Mr. Cunningham and jumped right into the role. She helped with morning arrival, made rounds to check on teachers, enjoyed a coffee stop at The Coffee Can, lent a hand at recess duty, and even squeezed in a little PE fun. She tackled office work, grabbed lunch at McDonald’s, checked mail at the unit office, and helped with dismissal at the end of the day.
Remy did an amazing job. She was respectful, responsible, and grateful for the experience. What an incredible day of leadership at North! 💜💛
Congratulations to Remy Reber, who won the raffle at the Tornado Open hosted by the Taylorville Sports Boosters and spent the entire day as Principal for a Day! 👩🏫✨
Remy shadowed Mr. Cunningham and jumped right into the role. She helped with morning arrival, made rounds to check on teachers, enjoyed a coffee stop at The Coffee Can, lent a hand at recess duty, and even squeezed in a little PE fun. She tackled office work, grabbed lunch at McDonald’s, checked mail at the unit office, and helped with dismissal at the end of the day.
Remy did an amazing job. She was respectful, responsible, and grateful for the experience. What an incredible day of leadership at North! 💜💛
💙 A big shout-out to our amazing custodian, Mr. Austin! 💙
Today, Ms. Weston’s class joined in to celebrate and show their appreciation for all he does to keep North shining bright. Thank you, Mr. Austin, for always going above and beyond for our students and staff, you are a true part of the North family! 🌟
Today, Ms. Weston’s class joined in to celebrate and show their appreciation for all he does to keep North shining bright. Thank you, Mr. Austin, for always going above and beyond for our students and staff, you are a true part of the North family! 🌟
💻 Kindergarten technology time with Miss Reiser was full of learning and excitement! Miss Gray’s and Mrs. Thomas’s classes practiced logging in on their Chromebooks and exploring Clever. These kindergarteners worked hard and celebrated their progress while building counting and sorting skills. We are so proud of their effort and growth! 🌟✨ #NorthElementary #FutureReady
🎓✨ College Fair 2025 is almost here! ✨🎓
Join us on Thursday, October 30th from 6:00–7:30 PM in the new Taylorville Athletic Facility for an evening full of opportunities! 🌟
✅ Meet with 30+ colleges, trade schools, and military reps
✅ Open to the public & students grades 9–12
✅ Seniors & Families: Get hands-on help at our FAFSA Completion Night in the new Tommy TV classroom
This is the perfect chance to explore future paths, ask questions, and take the next step toward your goals. Don’t miss it! 💜💛
Join us on Thursday, October 30th from 6:00–7:30 PM in the new Taylorville Athletic Facility for an evening full of opportunities! 🌟
✅ Meet with 30+ colleges, trade schools, and military reps
✅ Open to the public & students grades 9–12
✅ Seniors & Families: Get hands-on help at our FAFSA Completion Night in the new Tommy TV classroom
This is the perfect chance to explore future paths, ask questions, and take the next step toward your goals. Don’t miss it! 💜💛
Third grade students at Memorial learned all about good dental hygiene at the Land of Smiles! Thank you Delta Dental!
Mrs. Crane’s Title 1 Reading groups have been working hard on the 8 steps of each UFLI lesson. Some of the steps are included in the pictures…word work, blending drill, auditory drill and irregular words. There is also a word game and listening station used during biweekly progress monitoring.
👏 Practice makes progress! In technology class with Miss Reiser, Mrs. Mahan’s and Mrs. Kent’s kindergarteners continued learning how to log in on their Chromebooks and navigate Clever. Once logged in, they had fun with a game that builds counting and patterning skills. Proud of these growing tech stars! ✨
🤖✏️ Robot Pencil Power Winner! ✏️🤖
Congratulations to Mrs. Williams, first grade teacher at North Elementary, for winning our Pencil Power Giveaway! 🎉 She is now the proud owner of a robot pencil dispenser and a robot pencil sharpener, the ultimate classroom duo.
A huge thank-you to Mrs. Coffey for loading up the dispenser with freshly sharpened pencils, and to Ms. Specha, our Technology Director, and her team for making this fun giveaway possible! 🙌
Congratulations to Mrs. Williams, first grade teacher at North Elementary, for winning our Pencil Power Giveaway! 🎉 She is now the proud owner of a robot pencil dispenser and a robot pencil sharpener, the ultimate classroom duo.
A huge thank-you to Mrs. Coffey for loading up the dispenser with freshly sharpened pencils, and to Ms. Specha, our Technology Director, and her team for making this fun giveaway possible! 🙌
🌟 North Elementary September STAR STUDENTS 🌟
Mr. Cunningham presented September STAR STUDENT certificates to our Students of the Month at North Elementary! Each teacher selected one student from their class who stood out for reasons such as working hard, showing kindness and respect, being a good friend, demonstrating a positive attitude, or making great improvement.
We also want to thank Nicole Patrick from Country Financial for joining us to celebrate and for generously providing each STAR STUDENT with a $5 Walmart gift card.
We are so proud of these students and the way they shine as role models at North Elementary! 💜💛
Mr. Cunningham presented September STAR STUDENT certificates to our Students of the Month at North Elementary! Each teacher selected one student from their class who stood out for reasons such as working hard, showing kindness and respect, being a good friend, demonstrating a positive attitude, or making great improvement.
We also want to thank Nicole Patrick from Country Financial for joining us to celebrate and for generously providing each STAR STUDENT with a $5 Walmart gift card.
We are so proud of these students and the way they shine as role models at North Elementary! 💜💛
TCUSD#3 is partnering with PayCourt to host a Coat Drive for our students. Please send in your donations if you would like to participate.
Memorial Elementary wears pink for Mrs. Crowe! 🎀
💻 Our Kindergarteners are learning step by step how to log in and use Clever to reach their educational games. Today, with guidance from Miss Reiser, Mrs. Rexroad’s class and Mrs. Lamb’s class practiced logging in and worked on activities that helped with counting and sorting. Great job, Kindergarten! 🌟 #LearningWithTechnology #TornadoPride
We love seeing our students come together! 💜💛
Taylorville High School Unified Tornado students joined North Elementary REACH students for fun activities, games, and lots of laughter. The smiles say it all , building friendships and showing what it means to be a Tornado family. 🌪️
Taylorville High School Unified Tornado students joined North Elementary REACH students for fun activities, games, and lots of laughter. The smiles say it all , building friendships and showing what it means to be a Tornado family. 🌪️
Today, a group of Taylorville High School students went to the 4th annual LLCC Career Expo in Springfield. Students had the opportunity to take a tour of LLCC facilities and have conversations with professionals in different industries such as agriculture, construction, building maintenance, law enforcement, and the medical field.
📅✨McTeacher Night is TONIGHT!
McTeacher Night is coming up and you won’t want to miss it! Come grab a bite, see your favorite teachers working the drive-thru, greeting families in the lobby, serving at the counter, and spreading smiles in the seating area, all while supporting our school. A portion of the evening’s sales will go back to our students and classrooms. 💛🍟
