Early Childhood screenings are being scheduled for fall 2026 placement. If your child will be 3 on or before September 1st, please call to schedule an appointment for our next screening on March 13th. 618-498-5561 ext. 5

Congratulations to JCHS seniors Cali Breden and Brady Maxeiner on being named JCHS Scholar Athletes!
They will be nominated for the Silver Medallion Scholar Athlete Award to be announced at the Telegraph Silver Medallion banquet in April. JCHS is proud of you!

JCHS Foods classes took on the MRE Chopped Challenge last week!
Armed with mystery Meals Ready-to-Eat ingredients, students had to think creatively, work as a team, and transform shelf-stable items into something delicious (and presentation-worthy 👩🍳👨🍳). The competition was fierce, the creativity was impressive, and the kitchen was full of problem-solving and teamwork!





March is National Athletic Training Month, and we want to take the time to celebrate our amazing Athletic Trainer, Tanner Krumwiede.
We are incredibly grateful for the care, dedication, and expertise Tanner brings to our student-athletes every single day. From injury prevention and emergency care to rehabilitation and return-to-play decisions, his role is essential to the health and safety of our programs.
Thank you for everything you do for our teams and for being such a vital part of our athletic family. We appreciate you today and every day!
We are incredibly grateful for the care, dedication, and expertise Tanner brings to our student-athletes every single day. From injury prevention and emergency care to rehabilitation and return-to-play decisions, his role is essential to the health and safety of our programs.
Thank you for everything you do for our teams and for being such a vital part of our athletic family. We appreciate you today and every day!

Carly Stelbrink, a junior in Advanced Graphics, shows off her Kansas City Chiefs design that she pressed onto a ceramic tile.

Grafton Elementary students got a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting world of Esports! 🎮
Esports Coach Jarren Ehlers and player Lucas Smith visited our school to share what it’s like to be part of an Esports team. They talked about teamwork, strategy, communication, and the dedication it takes to compete.
Students loved watching and participating in a live demonstration and learning how gaming can build real-world skills like problem-solving and collaboration. Thank you, Coach Ehlers and Lucas, for inspiring our future gamers! 👏🎮
Esports Coach Jarren Ehlers and player Lucas Smith visited our school to share what it’s like to be part of an Esports team. They talked about teamwork, strategy, communication, and the dedication it takes to compete.
Students loved watching and participating in a live demonstration and learning how gaming can build real-world skills like problem-solving and collaboration. Thank you, Coach Ehlers and Lucas, for inspiring our future gamers! 👏🎮

This Week in Jersey Activities

Cheyenne Hill, Cloud Sutton, and Campbell Middleton, students in Advanced Digital Graphics, show their recently sublimated spring grocery bags that are headed to Sinclair Foods.

🐾 Attention Future Panthers! 🐾
Kindergarten registration is here! ✨
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026? It’s time to get ready for their school journey!
📌 Pre-Registration/Screening (New Students Only):
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM
📞 Call 618-498-4322 or 618-556-5107 to schedule an appointment.
(Students currently enrolled in Jersey 100 Pre-K do not need to attend—Kindergarten packets will be sent home.)
📄 Bring to Pre-Registration:
• Proof of residency to identify current address
• Birth certificate
• Recent physical (if available)
Proof of residency may include: utility bill, driver’s license, lease, or occupancy permit.
Completed physicals/immunizations are required to finalize registration and may be turned in that evening if available.
It’s the start of something BIG for your little Panther—we can’t wait! 🐾💙
Kindergarten registration is here! ✨
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026? It’s time to get ready for their school journey!
📌 Pre-Registration/Screening (New Students Only):
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM
📞 Call 618-498-4322 or 618-556-5107 to schedule an appointment.
(Students currently enrolled in Jersey 100 Pre-K do not need to attend—Kindergarten packets will be sent home.)
📄 Bring to Pre-Registration:
• Proof of residency to identify current address
• Birth certificate
• Recent physical (if available)
Proof of residency may include: utility bill, driver’s license, lease, or occupancy permit.
Completed physicals/immunizations are required to finalize registration and may be turned in that evening if available.
It’s the start of something BIG for your little Panther—we can’t wait! 🐾💙

Huge shoutout to our dedicated team for National School Social Work Week!
Thank you, Laurie Frey, Gloria Healy, Steve White (School Social Workers), and Carleigh Gotway (Crisis Intervention Specialist), for your incredible commitment to our students' well-being.
Your work matters! ❤️
Thank you, Laurie Frey, Gloria Healy, Steve White (School Social Workers), and Carleigh Gotway (Crisis Intervention Specialist), for your incredible commitment to our students' well-being.
Your work matters! ❤️

JCMS is proud to announce our 2026 Spelling Bee Winners. These students will represent us at the Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, February 21st, at Crossroad Community Church in Brighton, Illinois.

Congratulations to our February Staff and Students of the month at JCMS. Staff: Shelby Sackmann, Melissa Bishop, and Stephanie Warren. Students: Carley Heltsley, Cole Highfill, Ava Molly, Hudson Lyons, Leonidas McKellar, Miles Vahle, and Peyton Eich. Thanks for making JCMS a great place to be.



JCMS Wrestling wins back to back IESA Regional team championships! The Panthers advanced 19 wrestlers to next week's Vandalia Sectional! Congratulations to Head Coach Ron Linenfelser, assistant coaches, and wrestlers!
Team Scores:
1 Jersey 328.5
2 Litchfield 194
3 North Mac 139.5
4 Auburn 113
5 Roxana 90.5
6 Wood River 27
Sectional Qualifiers:
75 Roman Williams 2nd
80 Nolan Winder 2nd
85 Grant Jones 2nd
90 Abel Short 2nd
95 Garrett Ray 3rd
100 Mason Warren 2nd
100 Tate Valsted 3rd
105 Maddox Williams CHAMP
105 Andrew Ray 3rd
112 Chase White 3rd
119 Wade Ball CHAMP
126 Carter Scott CHAMP
135 Grayson Mangara CHAMP
145 Grayson Smith 2nd
155 Bennett Leslie 2nd
167 Caleb Olano CHAMP
185 Brody White CHAMP
215 Brody Olano CHAMP
275 Colton Mueller CHAMP
Jersey Panther Wrestling is ON THE PROWL!


JCHS 8th Graders had a fantastic field trip to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield! They learned about and experienced President Lincoln's life and the weather was so beautiful that they enjoyed a picnic lunch at Springfield's Historic Union Station Park!
It was a great day to be a Jersey Panther!!! 🐾










🚨ALL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT🚨
Help us congratulate Mila Lancaster on being named to the MVC All Conference Bowling Team! Jersey is proud of you!
#OnTheProwl#MVC#AllConference
Help us congratulate Mila Lancaster on being named to the MVC All Conference Bowling Team! Jersey is proud of you!
#OnTheProwl#MVC#AllConference

🚨ALL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT🚨
Help us congratulate Hayden Longley, Aaron Hughes, and Jacob Hetzel on being named to the MVC All Conference Bowling Team! Jersey is proud of you!
#OnTheProwl#MVC#AllConference
Help us congratulate Hayden Longley, Aaron Hughes, and Jacob Hetzel on being named to the MVC All Conference Bowling Team! Jersey is proud of you!
#OnTheProwl#MVC#AllConference

COMMITTED!!! We’re excited to announce that Savana Walker has committed to Greenville University to continue her education and join the Panthers Dance team. Congratulations, Savana!

COMMITTED!!! We’re excited to announce that Morgan Allen has committed to Quincy University to continue her education and join the Hawks Track and Field program. Congratulations, Morgan!

The excitement was contagious as 1st and 4th graders at Grafton Elementary dove into all things Olympics! 🏅
Students researched the history of the Olympic Games, learned about different countries and events, and then put their knowledge into action by participating in their own Olympic competitions. From teamwork to sportsmanship, our young athletes showed determination, respect, and school spirit every step of the way. Way to go, future champions!
Students researched the history of the Olympic Games, learned about different countries and events, and then put their knowledge into action by participating in their own Olympic competitions. From teamwork to sportsmanship, our young athletes showed determination, respect, and school spirit every step of the way. Way to go, future champions!

Vet Science has been learning how to complete 2 types of sutures for animals. Using foam pieces as skin they have been practicing their skills.



