The Taylorville Police Department and Christian County Sheriff made us aware of an incident they were investigating involving weapons possessed by a person outside of school, which also resulted in the recovery of a look-alike weapon “BB Gun” located at school. They have assured us that at no time are they aware our students or staff were ever in danger. We are grateful for their thorough and rapid response and for keeping us apprised as the investigation unfolded. Please don’t be alarmed by the additional visibility of officers in the area over the next couple of days as we have asked police to be more visible in and around the school.
On School Librarian Appreciation Day, THS would like to thank Mrs. Kim Porter our School Librarian, and Mrs. Suzanne Childers for all they do for THS!
Our paraprofessionals are 👏 the best.
Taylorville Senior High School will provide students with the educational opportunity to observe the 2024 Solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Students will be provided specially designed solar eclipse glasses courtesy of CNB Bank & Trust to safely view the eclipse. Some teachers may choose to take students outside for safe viewing during the upcoming solar eclipse. The solar eclipse will begin at 12:45 PM peaking around 2:00 PM with 97% totality and ending near 3:15 PM. THS will release ALL students to the THS Football Field at 1:45 for the eclipse viewing. Students will return to class at the conclusion of the viewing.
Congratulations to the following students for earning Peoples Bank & Trust and WTIM's March Students of the Month!
L - R: PBT REPRESENTATIVE MASON CROWE; FRESHMAN DEKOTA BLUE; SOPHOMORE JACKIE CARGLE; JUNIOR ARIANNA PRESNELL; SENIOR AVA ODAM
The Taylorville Knights of Columbus recently gave a donation to special education programs at the Taylorville Schools. The donations are a direct result of the generous donations given during the annual Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive.
Pictured are:
Eric Bruder, TJHS principal, Joe Champley, Knight of Columbus, Michelle Reiss, Memorial School principal, Karen Kuntzman, North School principal, Matt Hutchison, THS principal, and Roy Hunsley, Knights of Columbus
Sharing information from the Springfield Area Soccer Association, also known as, SASA. They are hosting a Spring Youth Recreational League(s) this SUMMER. See the attached flyer for further details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bNQw6eja7ap8otGoTrFaX9b6ByBHstFE/view?usp=sharing
THS graduate Maddy Brown presented to Mr. Dunn's 8th grade PE class about the importance of dental hygiene. Maddy is set to graduate from Lake Land's dental hygiene program at the end of this semester. Thanks for speaking to our kids and best wishes on your career!
Congratulations to Mrs. Jean Ninmer on her second recognition as our teacher of the month/Red Apple recipient. Mrs. Ninmer is in her last year as our band/choir director at TJHS and we once again recognize her for her excellence in the field of education. She reiterates that teaching is her calling, "I use teaching to encourage others to join in a common goal and to treat others well." One of her many fond memories occurred when, "a struggling student finally played a musical passage beautifully. The whole band applauded spontaneously in a show of encouragement and support!" Thank you Mrs. Ninmer.
Congratulations to our support staff member of the month at TJHS, Mrs. Tammy Reindl. Mrs. Reindl works collaboratively with our teaching staff to integrate technology with lessons in a meaningful and impactful manner. Her ability to find creative ways to enhance learning experiences at TJHS by making them as engaging as possible is her strength. Mrs. Reindl also helps with all of our testing windows, coordinates with student services, and splits her time to serve at Taylorville High School as well. One of her fondest memories occurred when, "I witnessed the intense reactions as students used the Oculus "VR" to go into space or explore the Titanic. One student even threw the goggles off because he was drifting in space." Thank you Mrs. Reindl.
Please help support our local food pantry this week!
Thank you
The wait it over! The BOGO Bookfair to coming to Memorial Elementary April 22-26 during school hours. Family night will be Monday, April 22, 5:30-6:30. Everyone is welcome.
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/memorialelementaryschool21
Celebrate Builders Club Week/Food Drive!
March 18-22
THS Cheer Camp
TJHS Scholastic Bowl celebrated 8th Grade Night last evening. Congratulations to Madelyn Likes, Landri Salmon, Addison Cottingham, Madison Karchum, Ethan Garrett, Tanner Marlow, and Adam Cunnington!
"Tornadoes Together" is a 5th grade club created by Ally Koniak and Amber Achenbach. Their hope is to connect peers with students in our life skills class, "FACeS" to make life-long friendships. All of these kids are amazing and their hearts are in the right place! Thank you for making TJHS a better place to be each and everyday through your leadership!! Faculty sponsors are Matt Peabody and Lynn Dexheimer.
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TJHS Track practice is in full swing! Spring is here and best wishes to all of our TCUSD #3 spring sport student/athletes!!
In January, the Tech Team released a new program titled Twisted Training. TCUSD3 staff members can earn badges for completing a variety of training programs and learn new skills at their own pace. For example, staff can earn a Chromebook Fundamentals badge for completing a training on the basics of using a Chromebook. This morning the Tech Team recognized the Badge Masters for the 3rd quarter with a Crumbl Cookie. These individuals earned the most badges in their respective buildings. Congratulations to Dawn Reiser, Emily Repscher, Jennifer Richardson, and Melissa Davidson!
North School is beginning the pre-registration process for incoming Kindergarten students for the 2024-25 school year. A child’s birth date determines whether or not they will attend kindergarten in the fall.
If the child turns 5 on or before Sept. 1, 2024, they are allowed to register for kindergarten for the next school year. There are times a parent chooses to keep their child in preschool.
Per ISBE, if a child turns 5 on or before Sept. 1, 2024, the district is not permitted to enroll them in the public preschool program (PREP). Therefore, the student would either attend a private preschool or register for kindergarten.
All incoming kindergarten students must have a physical, proof of vaccinations, a dental exam and a vision exam prior to entering kindergarten. It would be helpful to schedule those appointments as soon as possible, as the clinics get overwhelmed in the summer. The district also needs a certified copy of each student’s birth certificate and two proofs of residency. If possible, return those with your pre-registration information. If a child attends a Taylorville preschool, packets will be delivered to the preschool. If the child does not currently attend a Taylorville preschool, stop by North School Monday-Friday from 8:00 am-3:30 pm.
Registration materials can be turned in at the family event at North School on Tuesday, Mar. 19 at 6:00 p.m. Jim Gill will be entertaining with his “read along-sing along” activities. Doors open at 5:50. Bring a blanket for the family to sit and enjoy the concert.
Anyone with questions can email kkuntzman@tcusd3.org or call the school office at 217-824-3315.
Congratulations to North Elementary School's Staff Spotlight for February: The Special Education Teacher Team!
We appreciate all of the extra time and effort that our special education team puts into creating an appropriate learning environment for our students.
Special Education Teacher Team: Jamie Garrett, Kara Renwick, Courtney Thomas, Antoinette Spinner, Grace Bobb, Amanda Brockelsby Pictured individually is Beth Guhlstorf
