Great news — our school's EduKit store is open and accepting orders!
As the school year winds down and schedules fill up, the last thing parents want to think about is back-to-school shopping. That's where EduKit comes in:
* One simple order gets your child everything they need for next year
* Supplies are curated specifically for your school
* No hunting through store shelves — they handle it all
Place your order here by JUNE 8TH:
https://store.edukitinc.com
As the school year winds down and schedules fill up, the last thing parents want to think about is back-to-school shopping. That's where EduKit comes in:
* One simple order gets your child everything they need for next year
* Supplies are curated specifically for your school
* No hunting through store shelves — they handle it all
Place your order here by JUNE 8TH:
https://store.edukitinc.com
Dear Parents and Guardians: Starting Monday, April 27, Cardinal Road will be closed at Grand Ave and Cambria Road. You will not be able to travel west from Grand Ave onto Cardinal Rd. The afternoon routes for Bus 6 and Bus 9 will be delayed about 20 minutes. Please plan accordingly and allow for extra time for travel and student drop off/pick up.
🏐 Carterville Lil Lions Volleyball Camp 🦁
Camp is open to any student entering 3rd - 8th grade for the 2026-2027 school year. Come join us as we build skills, confidence, and a love for the game!
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/i9auAoCswkNay53H8
📅 Tuesday, June 2 and Wednesday, June 3
Camp times:
3rd-4th Grade: 9:00-10:30 am
5th-6th Grade: 10:45-12:15 pm
7th-8th Grade: 1:00-2:30 pm
Cost: $40 (includes a camp t-shirt + lots of volleyball fun!)
Please register by Friday, May 22 to guarantee your t-shirt. Registrations after that date are still welcome, but shirts are not guaranteed.
Payment Options:
• Checks payable to CHS Volleyball (drop off at HS office)
• Bring cash or check on the first day of camp
📬 Mail checks to:
CHS Volleyball
1415 W. Grand Ave.
Carterville, IL 62918
Camp is open to any student entering 3rd - 8th grade for the 2026-2027 school year. Come join us as we build skills, confidence, and a love for the game!
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/i9auAoCswkNay53H8
📅 Tuesday, June 2 and Wednesday, June 3
Camp times:
3rd-4th Grade: 9:00-10:30 am
5th-6th Grade: 10:45-12:15 pm
7th-8th Grade: 1:00-2:30 pm
Cost: $40 (includes a camp t-shirt + lots of volleyball fun!)
Please register by Friday, May 22 to guarantee your t-shirt. Registrations after that date are still welcome, but shirts are not guaranteed.
Payment Options:
• Checks payable to CHS Volleyball (drop off at HS office)
• Bring cash or check on the first day of camp
📬 Mail checks to:
CHS Volleyball
1415 W. Grand Ave.
Carterville, IL 62918
We are so proud of our CIS students who are competing in the Special Olympics Illinois Region K Spring Games at Herrin High School today!
Our athletes are showing off their skills in the 50M Run, Tennis Ball Throw, 100M Walk, Softball Throw, and the 30M Motorized Wheelchair Slalom.
We had a blast celebrating their hard work in the gym this morning and sending them off in style—Go Lions!
Our athletes are showing off their skills in the 50M Run, Tennis Ball Throw, 100M Walk, Softball Throw, and the 30M Motorized Wheelchair Slalom.
We had a blast celebrating their hard work in the gym this morning and sending them off in style—Go Lions!
Tonight was the Illinois Principals Association Shawnee Region's 36th Annual Student Recognition Dinner at SIUC. Mrs. Tyner and I were excited to honor Avery and Gabby. These girls truly represent the best of Team CIS.
CIS fourth graders win Brain Games 2026 Regional Championship. Way to go!
Team CIS celebrated National Assistant Principal Day and our very own Mrs. Tyner. We had a surprise guest speaker this morning that shared the impact she has on our school and community. It was a powerful message and we are grateful for her leadership.
It’s time to order your EduKits for the 2026–2027 school year! These convenient school supply kits will be delivered directly to your child’s classroom and will be ready in time for Open House.
The deadline to place your order is June 8, 2026.
Please use the link below or scan the attached QR code to order:
https://store.edukitinc.com/?ek-search=true&ek-state=IL&ek-school=107322
The deadline to place your order is June 8, 2026.
Please use the link below or scan the attached QR code to order:
https://store.edukitinc.com/?ek-search=true&ek-state=IL&ek-school=107322
Parents - This is a friendly reminder that our state assessments for reading and math start tomorrow. I told students this morning not to worry, their teachers have them ready and we will simply show up and give our best. CIS testing schedule is attached. -Dr. Webb
Save the date for our 6th-grade Choir Concert!
We hope that you can join us on Thursday night for our final PTO meeting of the school year!
Parents - Team CIS will take our annual state assessments 4/1 - 4/2 and 4/8 - 4/10. Attendance is critical. Details and specific times can be found in the attachment. Please contact your child's teacher or the CIS office with any questions.
-Dr. Webb
Good luck to the students that were nominated to participate in this year's ILMEA D6 Elementary Honor Festival at Mt. Vernon High School this weekend. They will rehearse three musical selections with students from all over our region then perform a concert that afternoon.
5th grade band members:
Myles Carter, Abner Gladson, Stella Chapman, Ella Vancil, Kennedy Murphy, Madison Abbott, Maggie Wild
6th grade lab choir members:
Kali DeGrange, Jacob Hibdon, Ethan Parton, Ivy Dailey, Lennon Nelson, Trinity Sanders, Vada Bullock
6th grade band members:
Eve Kerfoot, Ally Taylor, Hailey Martin, Mallory Wagner, Olivia Chaney, Tyler Kraatz
5th grade band members:
Myles Carter, Abner Gladson, Stella Chapman, Ella Vancil, Kennedy Murphy, Madison Abbott, Maggie Wild
6th grade lab choir members:
Kali DeGrange, Jacob Hibdon, Ethan Parton, Ivy Dailey, Lennon Nelson, Trinity Sanders, Vada Bullock
6th grade band members:
Eve Kerfoot, Ally Taylor, Hailey Martin, Mallory Wagner, Olivia Chaney, Tyler Kraatz
Each sixth grade homeroom nominated two students that exceed our expectations in the areas of academics, behavior, and character. Staff voted and Avery and Gabby will be joining Mrs. Tyner and I at the Illinois Principals Association Student Recognition Dinner at SIUC in April. Congratulations to all nominees!
Parents - What a turnout for the International House of Books! We truly appreciate your attendance, support, and patience. Team CIS is excited each time we welcome you in to experience the magic within these walls. We are better together and value your involvement on this year long learning journey. - Dr. Webb and Staff
Parents -
We hope to see you tomorrow for our breakfast event. The doors will open at 7:00 a.m. and book fair is open until 9:00 a.m. Details are included within the attached flyer.
We hope to see you tomorrow for our breakfast event. The doors will open at 7:00 a.m. and book fair is open until 9:00 a.m. Details are included within the attached flyer.
Congratulations to the CIS Choir! They brought home an "Excellent" rating from the State Organizational Contest at Marion Junior High this past weekend. We are so proud of their hard work and talent.
Create a Book Fair eWallet for your child so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cartervilleintermediatesch
We have a packed schedule at CIS this week! Make sure to check the schedule to stay up to date.
CIS Spring Pictures will be on Wednesday, 3/25/26. See flyer for more details.
