Congratulations to THS Journalism!
IHSA State Results
Journalism State Results
Lillie Jones - 6th Place editorial writing
Milana Henson - 6th Place yearbook layout double page spread
Mylie Sims & Anthony Rivecco - 2nd Place TV News
Our "Tornadoes Together" kids had a great time with sidewalk chalk and a dedicated time to have fun in the sun!
Each year, the business management class at THS does a non-profit organization project. After voting by students, teachers, and administration, Carlie Durham won with her presentation on Dinner Seasoned with Love. DSWL has been serving the community with a free hot meal on the third Saturday of every month. Anyone can join on a no-questions-asked basis. If you would like more information, please call 217-825-6824.
Pictured are Carlie, Kaity Traughber(DSWL member), and teacher Sara Pennock.
Unified Tornadoes went to Memorial School today to spend some time playing games with the FACeS students. THS students in attendance were Grace Rogers, Nora Thomas, Olivia Woodward, Aubrey Kietzman and Jessi Wright.
Congratulations to Jesse Sloan! He is being honored by the Illinois Principals Association for his leadership at Taylorville Senior High School. Jesse is an outstanding representative of Taylorville Senior High School. He is an excellent student and a great role model for others. Jesse's contributions to THS from his academic efforts to his involvement in various activities are the ideal qualities of a Taylorville Tornado! Jesse will be honored at the IPA Student Leadership Breakfast on May 8.
Congratulations to the TJHS Scholastic Bowl team for winning regionals last evening!
On Monday, April 22nd, Mrs. Williams' Housing & Home Furnishings class took a field trip to the Dana-Thomas house and Lincoln's home.
Thanks to all the Memorial families who came out for our Scholastic Book Fair Family Shopping Night. We appreciate your support!
Ms. Cummins' 7th grade ELA classes are raising money to donate to the International Rescue Committee. The IRC is dedicated to helping refugees rebuild their lives. They provide refugees around the world with essential aid and services. Well done!
On the evening of Friday, April 12, 2024 the THS Music Department sent several
ensembles to participate in the Illinois High School Association State Music Contest.
The THS Concert Choir, Concert Band, and Jazz Band each prepared a set of very
challenging music to perform in front of a three judge panel. Each of those groups
earned the highest level rating of Superior, or Division I. These student musicians
did a great job, and represented our school and community extremely well.
Congratulations!
TJHS 8th grade recognition announcement...
For immediate release:
Congratulations to Madison Krachum, our Taylorville Junior High School Illinois Principals Association student leadership nominee. Madison represents the very best of our student body. She is kind and takes the time to encourage her peers and engage in meaningful ways with both students and staff. She is active in many organizations and is a leader in our Student Council, Scholastic Bowl Team, Band, TJHS student library assistants, and involved in community activities. Madison assists on the Mt. Auburn Community Picnic Board and just enjoys doing things for other people. Thank you for the opportunity to recognize this outstanding young leader!
Wayne Beck and Kurt Longden from the Family Beekeepers of Illinois came to talk to the 7th grade about bees and beekeeping. Students got to observe a colony and learn why they are so important to us. Visit their website and facebook page to find out more.
https://family-beekeepers.com/
Congratulations to Gwynn Shapiro! She is being honored by the Illinois Principals Association for her leadership at Memorial Elementary School!
The nominations for Gwynn stated: "Gwynn displays leadership and dedication within the Memorial Elementary community. She is a great role model for all fourth grade students. She displays a great attitude every single day. She is very respectful to teachers and other students and never fails to use proper manners. She will always help students who are struggling and is able to bring a smile to their faces. She strives to resolve conflicts among students. Academically, she puts in over 100% effort in every assignment, test, or project she completes. She takes initiative in group projects and demonstrates responsibility in classroom activities.”
“Gwynn is the true depiction of what it means to be a leader. She really shines her light to make others feel happy without even knowing it. Students admire Gwynn because of her leadership characteristics like responsibility, respectfulness, and kindness. Gwynn steps in when anyone needs help. She is a great role model to all students throughout the entire school!”
Gwynn will be honored at the IPA Student Leadership Breakfast on May 8.
Today, Mr. Koniak presented "Current Events with Structure and Substance" at the ICSS Spring Conference. This year's conference, titled Emerging Narratives and Technologies in Social Studies, was held on the University of Illinois Springfield campus. Mr. Koniak shared how he integrates technology and a variety of instructional techniques in his current events class at THS.
Tornadoes Together met today and had a great time with their guinea pig projects! Love those smiles!!
Thanks to generous sponsors throughout the school year, TJHS students have been able to shop at the school store monthly with their Tornado Tickets. Tornado Tickets are earned by the students for going above and beyond and following school expectations.
Student Council members have taken ownership of working the school store and have done a fabulous job. One popular item in the store this month is book tokens for the school book machine.
Thank you to Dexheimer Farms, CNB Bank & Trust, First National Bank in Taylorville, Kiwanis Club, Designed with Detail and TJHS Student Council for their donations this school year.
TJHS's Nurse Fox presents, the 5th grade health film, “Always Changing and Growing Up.”
Dates are as follows:
Thursday May 9, 2024 in the Forum at 1:45 PM for all girls
Friday May 10, 2024 in the Forum at 1:45 PM for all boys
Message from Jake Whetsell of the Christian County CEO Program:
This is Jake Whetsell with the Christian County CEO Program and I am also a senior at THS. Our CEO class is holding a murder mystery dinner and silent auction this Saturday, April 13th, with the show beginning at 7 pm. We have sold out of in-person tickets but we decided to have a livestream of the event. We are selling virtual tickets for $25 to join the livestream and enjoy the show. On the livestream, attendees will be able to submit their guess or bid in the comment section. The link would open at 6:30 and the show would begin at 7. I have included the link to sign up for the livestream at the bottom of this email. We hope to have your support and to see on the stream this Saturday to experience our production.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7Up3l--wdslKCEPVCwbq3_xOFGLDoz5UDufgFcL9dMKOHjw/viewform
TCUSD3 was well represented this evening at the Central Illinois STEM Fair in Rochester. Thank you to Mrs. Reindl, Mrs. Specha, Mr. Hohenstein and the TommyTV crew, and Mrs. Mateer and the Tommy Photo crew for sharing their expertise!
