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Next week, our elementary school spirit week will start for Mark Twain, Carl Sandburg, and Ashmore schools and will run from 12/11-12/19). #cusd1 #twaincusd1 #sandburgcusd1 #ashmorecusd1
The Charleston Elks Lodge No. 623 donated 26 new winter coats and 120 new child size knit gloves for kids in our district. If your child(ren) need any of these items, stop by 410 W. Polk or call 217-639-1006. Thank you, Elks! What a wonderful community in which to serve!
A local resident who wants to remain anonymous recently made and donated 76 gift baskets for our community members. School district staff are distributing them to students' families this week. What a wonderful community in which to serve!
Charleston choirs entertained at Christmas in the Heart of Charleston on Dec 2nd. CHS's Maximum Forte performed for the tree lighting followed by holiday songs at the Moose Lodge by CMS's Harmonix, Maximum Forte, and Jefferson's 6th grade choir. Happy Holidays to all! #CUSD1
Looking forward to seeing all our families at Mark Twain in the morning!
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We asked you all for donations of socks and wrapping paper for One Stop Community Christmas this year and you definitely delivered, Charleston!! 👏 Go ahead and give yourselves a pat on the back because today we were able to donate approximately 6,000 pairs of socks and 200 rolls of wrapping paper to families in need this holiday season. We genuinely appreciate the level of generosity from our community. ♥️
The EIU College of Education is hosting a Teacher Appreciation event at the EIU men's basketball game this Saturday, December 2nd, @ 2:00pm. All educators and children will get in FREE!! Refreshments, snacks, and activities will all be provided!
Want to support Charleston cheerleaders by eating delicious food for dinner tonight? Well, it's your lucky day! Dine in or carry out any food from Ike's tonight from 6:00pm-8:00pm and a percentage of the proceeds will go to CHS cheer! 📣 It's a WIN-WIN! 😋
Tomorrow is a 2-hour early dismissal day! Then no school the rest of the week for Thanksgiving break. Enjoy the extended weekend and be sure to take time to reflect on all that you are thankful for! 🦃
Next week EIU is hosting the 2023 OVC Volleyball Championship games. The Panthers are ranked #1 this year so let's show them some support and help pack the stands for their game(s)! Follow the link for more details: https://5il.co/2996w
Attention 6th, 7th, & 8th grade girls: CMS volleyball open gyms/tryouts begin the week after Thanksgiving! 🏐
Happy Education Support Professionals Day! Thank you ESP's for keeping our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn. You are the true unsung heroes of our schools, and you play a significant role in the success of our students. We couldn't do it without each & every one of you!
Each year, November 15 marks School Board Members Day in Illinois. We want to thank our Charleston CUSD#1 School Board members for their dedication to our children and to our community as a whole. They play a significant role in making this a great place to receive an education!
“For the veteran, thank you for bravely doing what you're called to do so we can safely do what we're free to do."
Reminder: 2-hour early dismissal today!
Tomorrow is another big game day! 🏈 The Trojans will take on the Red Devils @ 2:00pm in Murphysboro for round 2 of the state playoffs. Don't forget to help us send these boys off in style tomorrow morning at 9:00am by lining Lincoln Ave. as they depart town! #TrojanUp
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We are asking for our community's support with donations to this year's One Stop Community Christmas! Elementary schools are requesting socks. (Goal=5,000 pairs) Secondary schools are collecting wrapping paper. (Goal=2,500 rolls) Follow link for more details: https://5il.co/27fic
Let's pack the stands on Saturday as the Charleston Trojans take on the Freeburg Midgets in the first round of state playoffs @ home! Game starts at 2:00, gates open at 12:30, $5 admission for all. (Passes cannot be accepted for post-season games.) #TrojanUp! 🏈 #CharlestonCUSD1