
Put your answers in the comments! We want to acknowledge and appreciate any educator that has had a lasting impact on your life!


Mrs. Spanhook's 5th grade class at Jefferson Elementary School had a very special visitor yesterday: Wanda Ruyle, a former teacher at the original Jefferson Elementary School building. Wanda is quickly approaching her 103rd Birthday, and one of her wishes was to get back in the classroom. The students were thrilled to meet her, and they all got to ask her lots of questions. She was equally excited to get to share some of her wisdom with them and answer their questions. Happiest of Birthdays to you, Mrs. Ruyle! Thank you for your love and dedication to education!




In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, be sure to thank a teacher that has inspired you! "Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher."


Putting on band aids, stopping a bloody nose,
Handing out ice packs, providing a change of clothes.
Tirelessly helping others all day long,
Always there to ensure nothing goes wrong.
Our students & staff are safer because of you,
Thank you, School Nurses, for all that you do!


✏️🍎 Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day to all of our phenomenal Charleston educators! Thank you for being Number One! ♥️💛


Happy National School Principals Day to our favorite local leaders! We are truly blessed with the best!


Check out our 2025 Summer Camp Guide for a complete list of all Charleston CUSD#1 athletic camps & activities happening this summer: https://online.fliphtml5.com/homipi/flnx/
*Registration is open now and the first camp begins the week after school ends.


Our CMS Special Olympians were informed this morning that Special Olympics wasn't going to happen due to weather. So, their peers packed the gym and cheered them on as they competed in the softball throw and the 50 yd dash. We are so proud of our CMS student body and our Special Olympians. They all did a great job today!!!!









"No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another." THANK YOU to our amazing team of kind-hearted, multi-tasking, all-knowing administrative professionals that keep us on track & make us look good every day! We would be helpless without you!


Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Time to plant seeds--of hope, action, & sustainability to help protect our planet for generations to come!


If you are a passionate RN ready to make a difference, apply with EFE 340 today as a Health Occupations Instructor teaching high school CNA students. Full-time, school-year position based on a hospital campus in Mattoon, IL, with clinical support in Effingham (Oct–Feb) and summers off!
✅ RN License (IL) + 2 yrs experience
✅ 1 yr in LTC, CNA training, or direct care for older adults
To view the detailed job description and apply, visit: https://www.eiefes.k12.il.us/about-us


Mark your calendars for next Monday, April 14th! CUSD#1 Gifted & Talented students will be showcasing their projects from 5:30-7:00pm at Charleston High School in the Media Center.


“Google can bring you back 100,000 answers, but a librarian can bring you back the right one.”
Thank you to all of our Charleston CUSD Number One School Librarians for being our most valuable search engines!


Thanks to all that came out and participated, volunteered, presented, and/or donated to help make our Family Resource Fair such a successful event!
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We had a great turnout last night at our Family Resource Fair! We welcome any families in our area to come check it out tonight as well from 6:00-8:00pm at CHS! https://online.fliphtml5.com/homipi/xqop/









There are so many GREAT prizes you could win when you participate in the Family Resource Fair on March 26th or March 27th from 6-8pm at Charleston High School! We have gift cards for local restaurants, Emerald Acres, oil changes, and more. We have pool passes. We have Starbucks cups. We have a power tool set and a shop vac. We have a basketball hoop. We have season passes for EIU athletics and so many more! We can't wait to share these with our district families. Thank you to these community businesses who contributed...we are so grateful!


Next Friday, Charleston Kiwanis is hosting a Trivia Night at the Moose. To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trivia-night-tickets-1091336319309


Did you know there will be a magic show both nights of the Family Resource Fair? Childcare provided if needed! This will be a fun night for the whole family that you won't want to miss!


Have you seen the schedule of different topics at the Family Resource Fair? There will be sessions on topics both nights that focus on: academic support, social-emotional & mental health support, and planning for the future. You won't want to miss it! March 26 -27 from 6-8pm @ CHS. For more details, see full booklet: https://online.fliphtml5.com/homipi/xqop/


Have we told you that we have FOOD TRUCKS coming to the Family Resource Fair?! We can't wait to see all of our district families come out for this event on either March 26th or March 27th from 6-8pm (or you can come both nights!).
