Today is PTO Appreciation Day, we are taking a moment to celebrate the real-life superheroes who make our school community thrive. From organizing tailgates, fundraisers; (and managing those giant inflatable slides!) to supporting our amazing teachers, their hard work and dedication create a stronger, happier environment for all our children.
A massive thank you to our PTO members and volunteers for your tireless commitment. We couldn’t do it without you! Please join us in thanking a PTO member this Saturday.
2026-2027 PTO Board (left to right): Christina Massey, Javaria Hammad, Tasmeer Hassan, Crystal Oxendine
A massive thank you to our PTO members and volunteers for your tireless commitment. We couldn’t do it without you! Please join us in thanking a PTO member this Saturday.
2026-2027 PTO Board (left to right): Christina Massey, Javaria Hammad, Tasmeer Hassan, Crystal Oxendine
Carterville CUSD No. 5 Parents and Guardians:
Please know that school email addresses will never be used to advertise or sell personal items. If you receive one of these emails, it is fake. We ask you to please delete the email immediately, do not click any links, and do not reply or contact the email address provided.
Please know that school email addresses will never be used to advertise or sell personal items. If you receive one of these emails, it is fake. We ask you to please delete the email immediately, do not click any links, and do not reply or contact the email address provided.
Celebrate Our CIS Students at the Fall Festival!
Our students have worked so hard this first quarter, and they are on track to hit our PBIS Goal! We’re celebrating with a Fall Festival on Thursday, October 8th, and we need your help to pull it off!
We’re looking for PTO volunteers across three grade-level sessions throughout the day. Whether you can give an hour or stay for multiple sessions, every volunteer makes a difference!
Sign up to volunteer here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXgdK68OdGlpvSUD8GzfevlERs7H6lQfkvhGkgXAEgiOvwwg/viewform
Come join the fun and help us make this day unforgettable for our kids!
Interested in becoming a substitute teacher? ROE #21 is hosting a Subs for Subs Training in October!
Learn more about becoming a substitute teacher, get help with licensing, and complete the required training.
Register here: https://www.roe21.org/event/subs-for-subs-training-14/
Learn more about becoming a substitute teacher, get help with licensing, and complete the required training.
Register here: https://www.roe21.org/event/subs-for-subs-training-14/
All CUSD staff including teachers, principals, interventionists, coaches, aides, supervisors, and custodians participated in a three hour training with Michelle Denault last Friday on our inservice day. We are committed to ensuring a safe learning environment for your child. The District is offering a community event tomorrow, Wednesday 9/23 from 6:30-7:30 at CHS. Details can be found in the flyer attached.
CIS Parents -
Here are some moments from the Homecoming Parade today and the flyer to remind you of the PTO tailgate tomorrow at 5:30. Thanks for your support and participation throughout Spirit Week. GO Lions!!!
Here are some moments from the Homecoming Parade today and the flyer to remind you of the PTO tailgate tomorrow at 5:30. Thanks for your support and participation throughout Spirit Week. GO Lions!!!
Looking ahead this week!
Just a quick reminder that Wednesday, September 16 will be a 1-hr early dismissal for all buildings.
There will also be no student attendance on Friday, September 18.
Have a great week, Lions!
Just a quick reminder that Wednesday, September 16 will be a 1-hr early dismissal for all buildings.
There will also be no student attendance on Friday, September 18.
Have a great week, Lions!
Be sure to stop by the PTO Tailgate this Friday night, 5:30 - 7:00, at Tri-C! We will have free food, bounce houses, and tons of fun for the kids!
If you are interested in volunteering, sign up here: https://forms.gle/A2y9RR5FvVGTTFYYA
Meet Mr. Rex Rhine
Rex came out of retirement to worked in our kitchen for the past 3.5 years. He will begin another round of retirement tomorrow. He has been a spotlight of positivity and joy in our building and will truly be missed.
Stay connected!
Be sure to enable push notifications in the Carterville app so you can receive important school information, reminders, and updates quickly-right on your phone's home screen!
To update your notification preferences:
1. Open the Carterville App
2. Tap "More" and then the Settings icon in the top right
3. Select "Notification Preferences"
4. Click "Edit Subscriptions" to select the school/group you want to receive push notifications from
Don't miss an update-turn those notifications on.
Be sure to enable push notifications in the Carterville app so you can receive important school information, reminders, and updates quickly-right on your phone's home screen!
To update your notification preferences:
1. Open the Carterville App
2. Tap "More" and then the Settings icon in the top right
3. Select "Notification Preferences"
4. Click "Edit Subscriptions" to select the school/group you want to receive push notifications from
Don't miss an update-turn those notifications on.
CIS Parents -
Term 1 Progress Reports are coming home today in your child's Friday Folder. They are also posted in Skyward under the Portfolio Tab. Look for "T1 Progress Report" and contact your child's teacher with any questions.
The Lions take on the Herrin Tigers tonight at HOME. Kickoff is at 7:00. GO Lions!!!
Term 1 Progress Reports are coming home today in your child's Friday Folder. They are also posted in Skyward under the Portfolio Tab. Look for "T1 Progress Report" and contact your child's teacher with any questions.
The Lions take on the Herrin Tigers tonight at HOME. Kickoff is at 7:00. GO Lions!!!
We are looking to add new substitute nurses to our call list!
If you are a licensed nurse and would like the opportunity to support our students and schools on an as-needed basis, we would love to hear from you.
Interested applicants can complete our support staff application online at: www.cartervillelions.org.
If you are a licensed nurse and would like the opportunity to support our students and schools on an as-needed basis, we would love to hear from you.
Interested applicants can complete our support staff application online at: www.cartervillelions.org.
2026 Pride of the Lions Spin Clinic
Homecoming Spirit Week Preview -
Parents attached is the Spirit Week flyer for next week as we work towards homecoming. The CHS Parade will be Thursday at 1:00.
Parents attached is the Spirit Week flyer for next week as we work towards homecoming. The CHS Parade will be Thursday at 1:00.
CIS Parents -
WIN Time started today and I have attached a letter that describes it. This is one of the best tools that Team CIS has to offer your child when it comes to meeting their individualized academic needs. Please ask your child about their WIN Time session topic when you see them tonight. GO Team!
WIN Time started today and I have attached a letter that describes it. This is one of the best tools that Team CIS has to offer your child when it comes to meeting their individualized academic needs. Please ask your child about their WIN Time session topic when you see them tonight. GO Team!
Carterville CUSD No. 5 families, there will be no school on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We'll see our students back at school on Tuesday, September 8. Enjoy the long weekend, Lions!
CIS Parents -
Please see the attached flyer for our first PTO meeting of the year at Tri-C on Thursday, September 10 at 6:00.
Also save the date -- Friday, September 18 at 5:30 will be the annual PTO Tailgate with free food and fun!
Please see the attached flyer for our first PTO meeting of the year at Tri-C on Thursday, September 10 at 6:00.
Also save the date -- Friday, September 18 at 5:30 will be the annual PTO Tailgate with free food and fun!
Carterville CUSD No. 5 Reminder: Wednesday, September 2, is a 1-hr early dismissal for all buildings. Buses and Latchkey will run immediately following dismissal.
Team CIS wrapped up Safety Week with our bus evacuation drill today. We covered Lockdown/Intruder, Tornado/Severe Weather, Fire, Evacuation, and Bus safety this week. We are committed to reflecting and improving processes for the safety of our students and staff. Enjoy the weekend!
CIS Parents -
This is a reminder that Picture Day is tomorrow Wednesday, August 26th. All students will have their picture taken for the yearbook. You will receive a proof and can decide if you want to purchase. GO Team!