Just a reminder for TJHS students:
Monday, November 6th, will be Red, White, and Blue Day in honor of our Veterans Day Breakfast.
THS Parents! A reminder Parent-Teacher Conferences are next week! Schedule your conferences on Skyward!
The students of Taylorville Junior High School are proud to honor the veterans in our community with a Veterans Day Breakfast on Monday, November 6, 2023 in the Taylorville Junior High School cafeteria. We ask that those attending please call the junior high at (217)824-4924 by Thursday, November 2, 2022. Reservations need to include: the name of the veteran, the number of family members attending, the branch of service, and any special accommodations that might be needed. We ask that our veterans and their families park in the back parking lot and use the east entrance near North School to enter the building. Escorts will then show attendees to the cafeteria for breakfast and a short program.
The students of Taylorville Junior High School are proud to honor the veterans in our community with a Veterans Day Breakfast on Monday, November 6, 2023 in the Taylorville Junior High School cafeteria. We ask that those attending please call the junior high at (217)824-4924 by Thursday, November 2, 2022. Reservations need to include: the name of the veteran, the number of family members attending, the branch of service, and any special accommodations that might be needed. We ask that our veterans and their families park in the back parking lot and use the east entrance near North School to enter the building. Escorts will then show attendees to the cafeteria for breakfast and a short program.
THS staff taking part in some Halloween fun!
Mrs. Anderson’s 8th grade science class recently learned about potential and kinetic energy. Students had the task of building a coaster and were given a list of materials and prices with criteria and constraints. After building and testing, students presented their coasters to the class along with a marketing plan. Thank you to the Taylorville Junior High Alumni and area manager of rides Anthony Aldridge for meeting with the 8th grade science classes all the way from Carowinds Amusement Park in North Carolina. He took time to explain all that goes into designing, constructing, and maintaining coasters. He was very knowledgeable about coasters from all around the world. It was a great way to wrap up the unit with the science students.
The students of Taylorville Junior High School are proud to honor the veterans in our community with a Veterans Day Breakfast on Monday, November 6, 2023 in the Taylorville Junior High School cafeteria. We ask that those attending please call the junior high at (217)824-4924 by Thursday, November 2, 2022. Reservations need to include: the name of the veteran, the number of family members attending, the branch of service, and any special accommodations that might be needed. We ask that our veterans and their families park in the back parking lot and use the east entrance near North School to enter the building. Escorts will then show attendees to the cafeteria for breakfast and a short program.
Looking forward the the dance tonight! Just a quick reminder that any student not in attendance today is not eligible to attend the dance. Thank you!
Mr. Nichols' Intro to Industry classes have been busy the past few days! Students are learning how to run the CNC Machine, creating nameplates for new teachers, and building workbenches for the shop!
Our TJHS bands and choirs were simply awesome at our Spooktacular concert on Wednesday, Oct 25. Thank you Mrs. Ninmer for your outstanding efforts and thank you to our dedicated and talented students. Lastly, thank you parents/guardians for your continual support of TJHS performing arts.
Second graders in Ms. Evan's classroom participated in Red Ribbon Week by dressing in RED. We love a good theme day!
Here are some pictures from this month's Tornado Futures. This month we featured careers in Arts, Audio/Video, Communication, and Education.
The following TJHS music students were selected by audition to participate in the ILMEA District 5 Festival ensembles, whose concerts will be held on the campus of Eastern Illinois University on November 4 and 18:
Jazz Band:
Ramsey Dammerman - tenor saxophone
Caden Holthaus - trombone
Sarah Wagner - electric bass
Jazz Choir:
Avianna Fuentez - alto
Olivia Garren - alto
Jolee Johnson - soprano
Madelyn Likes - soprano
Chloe Rodden - soprano
Tanner Marlow - baritone
Concert Choir:
Kendall Moehring - soprano
Concert Band:
Autumn Bates - baritone
Katelin Burge - trumpet
Emily Edwards - clarinet
Madelyn Likes - flute
Chloe Rodden - flute
Sarah Wagner - clarinet
Taylorville Sr. High School would like to congratulate the Class of 2024 Illinois State Scholars!
Taylorville Sr. High School went on a Code Yellow (Soft Lockdown) at 11:13 a.m. on Thursday, October 19th. A student had made a comment to another student in the hallway during the passing period about an Airsoft gun. Student A implied that the Airsoft gun was real, and was in his locker. Student A told the administration that he was joking with Student B. After a search of Student A and Student B's lockers it was confirmed that no Airsoft guns or weapons of any kind were in the lockers. After a discussion with TPD, the administration determined that there were no safety concerns for THS students. The Code Yellow (Soft lockdown) was lifted at 11:21 a.m. Taylorville Sr. High School resumed normal operations. The safety and security of THS students and staff is always our highest priority. Thank you to the Taylorville Police Department for their assistance.
Congratulations to the following music students who will represent THS at the ILMEA District 5 festivals!
SENIOR CHOIR
Daniel Garrison, Bass I
Mylie Sims, Alto II
Jaylee Smith, Soprano I
Skyler Stockon, Soprano I
Kaylen Tucker, Alto I
Rhyker Wicks, Bass I
SENIOR TREBLE CHORUS
Kyndra Durbin, Alto II
SENIOR BAND
Justin Champley, Oboe
Chase Clayton, Baritone Sax
Gavin Enlow, Trombone
Lydia Hopkins, Percussion
Laney NorbecK, Bb Clarinet
SENIOR JAZZ BAND 1
Olivia Cahill, Tenor Sax
Justin Champley, Alto Sax
Chase Clayton, Baritone Sax
Paige Cunnington, Trumpet
Adrian Gonzalez-Mateos, Tenor Sax
Lydia Hopkins, Drum Set
SENIOR JAZZ BAND 2
Abigail Parry, Trumpet
Rhyker Wicks, Trumpet
SENIOR ORCHESTRA
Paige Cunnington, Trumpet
Lillie Jones, Bb Clarinet
TJHS Parents…we need you! Please consider joining the TJHS boosters! The commitment is low and a great way to get involved!
Join us on October 25, 2023, for the TJHS Spooktacular Concert featuring the choirs, jazz band, and 6th-8th grade bands. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Join us for an evening of great music!
Congratulations to our paraprofessionals of the month as well. They each work alongside Mrs. Tucker and assist with students in our life skills class. Mrs. Ashley Shaw, Ms. Tina Martin, and Ms. Melissa Midland all enjoy seeing the kids light up when learning new things, enjoy communicating with sign language, and helping out with our Tornado Joe's coffee cart classroom store. Thank you to these outstanding professionals making a positive difference in the lives of our children on a daily basis.
Congratulations to Mrs. Shelly Graves for being selected as the September Teacher of the Month at TJHS. Mrs. Graves likes to inspire the desire in her kids to learn and loves teaching with her colleague Mrs. Alberssen with the walls wide-open. Thank you Mrs. Graves for your outstanding contributions to our kids and community at TJHS!
