Congratulations on an awesome performance and champioship at the 8th Grade LEIC Girls Basketball Tournament. A hard fought game all around, your Lady Cubs win 31-22! We are all very proud of your determination and hard work!
Mrs. Miller's 8th Grade Science classes completed their "Cell Models" at the end of 1st Quarter. Students were allowed to choose between animal or plant cells. Award winners are below, but EVERYONE did an amazing job!
Most Distinctive Cell Model: Gavyn Boden and Simon Wood
Most Creative Cell Model: Lane Perry and Katelyn McNeely
Best of Show: Liam Keim and Ella Mattas
On October 25th, the Edgar County Health Department will be at the Junior High with the dental bus for free dental exams for all students. Please contact the office for more information. 217-826-2812
Awesome job at the IESA State Cross Country meet Molly Farrell and Marlee Heighton. Molly placed 9th, an all time best place at state, and Marlee placed 74th!
Unbelievable job girls! Also, thanks to coach Ryan Arthur for doing a great job!
Follow the link below for information from U of I Extension about 4-H https://5il.co/10h9u
Follow the link below for information from Villas of Hollybrook about a Community Pumpkin Decorating Contest
https://5il.co/10h9v
End of 1st Quarter & Parent-Teacher Conferences
Friday, Oct. 15 - End of the 1st Quarter
Thursday, Oct. 21 – 2:00 Dismissal w/ Parent-Teacher Conferences 4 – 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 22 – No School w/ Parent – Teacher Conferences 8 – 11 a.m.
There will be both in-person and remote options for Parent – Teacher Conferences. Building specific information will be shared soon by your student’s principal(s) and teachers. We hope all will participate!
Parent - Teacher Conferences October 21st 4 pm - 7 pm and October 22nd 8 am - 11 am.
No student attendance on October 22nd.
Follow the link below for updates and reminders regarding Covid from Superintendent Ross....
https://www.marshallk12.net/article/530718?org=marshall-community-school-district-c2
Girls Basketball Sign-Up in the office until Friday, August 27th.
Practice will begin on August 30th, 3:30 - 5:00pm.
Parent Meeting will follow practice on August 30th at 5pm in the gym.
Good Afternoon,
I am extremely excited and blessed to begin my journey as the Principal of Marshall Junior High School and welcoming students tomorrow to in-person learning for the 2021-22 school year.
While all years face challenges, I know this staff will work to persevere at every step of the road for your students. I am excited to see how we work together as a community through these challenges and I want you to know how much it means to me that you are entrusting us with your students education.
I am looking forward to a great year and getting to know you and your students.
1st Day Information
-7:45 opening times for buildings and the high volume of students being dropped off, that drop-off lines will be slow.
- All students will enter through the 7th Grade Student entrance, located next to the Junior High Main Office.
-Dismissal time at MJHS is 11:30. Pick-up lines will be slow as well. Thanks for your cooperation and patience!
Marshall Schools Community, we are looking forward to the 21-22 school year. Follow the link below for the latest Back to School Plan for 21-22.
https://www.marshallk12.net/article/511456?org=marshall-community-school-district-c2
Yesterday, Governor Pritzker issued an Executive Order for Illinois Schools that requires the wearing of masks indoors by all at schools regardless of vaccination status until further notice. This includes indoor sports as well. Outdoor school activities/sports have not been affected to this point. Requirements for mask wearing on school transportation were already in place.
More detailed reopening plans that reflect these changes will be shared soon.
Thanks as always for your patience and cooperation.
Extra-curricular & Co-Curricular Reminders for next week ...
JH Boys Baseball: Parent Meeting Monday, August 2nd, 7:00 p.m., MHS Cafeteria / 1st Practice Tuesday, August 3rd, 10:00 a.m.
MHS Band Camp: Monday, August 2nd through Thursday, August 5th, 9 am - Noon and 1 - 3 pm (All MHS Band Members)
Reminder: Online Registration for the 2021-22 School Year is open. Information can be found on the Marshall Schools Website www.marshallk12.net . In-Person Registration at the buildings is scheduled for Wednesday, August 4, 8 am - 4 pm. Building Offices will be open daily beginning August 2nd if you have questions.
MJHS Cross Country
The following information is for any incoming 7th or 8th girl or boy interested in participating junior high cross country.
Non-mandatory practice times and dates:
9am at MHS Track on Monday July 19th
9am at MHS Track on Tuesday July 20th
9am at MHS Track on Monday July 26th
9am at MHS Track on Tuesday July 27th
9am at MHS Track on Thursday July 29th
First day of mandatory practice is Monday, August 2 at 9am at MHS Track
If you have any questions please contact Ryan Arthur at rarthur@marshallk12.net
Please follow the link below for information regarding 2021-22 Back to School Plans
https://www.marshallk12.net/article/494123?org=marshall-community-school-district-c2
MJHS Baseball Parent/Player Meeting
On Monday, August 2 at 7pm in the Marshall High School Cafeteria there will be a parent/player meeting for any incoming 7th or 8th grade student that is interested in participating in junior higher baseball for the 2021 season. Practice will begin then on Tuesday, August 3. Practice time is TBD.
MJHS Baseball Information
Available for pickup at the Marshall Schools Unit Office (503 Pine Street) is an informational parent/player packet for any incoming 7th or 8th grade student interested in participating in the 2021 junior high baseball season. These parent/player packets contain information on the upcoming season, player physicals, sport fee, and other materials that must be turned in before participation. Practice begins the week of August 2. More information will be shared as we move closer to that date. Have a great summer!
UPDATE: MJHS Softball Meeting
Due to a scheduling conflict the MJHS Softball Parent Meeting that was schedule for Monday, June 28 at 5:30pm will now be on Tuesday, June 29 at 5:30pm at the Marshall Softball Field. Again, this meeting is for any incoming 7th or 8th grade girl interested in playing junior high softball. Players are welcome to attend. If your daughter is interested in participating but you are unable to attend the meeting please email hsetzer@marshallk12.net.