This morning, CIS hosted its school-wide spelling bee. Each grade level sent two finalists to compete, and students had one week to prepare for the event. Congratulations to fifth grader Chloe Cash-Robey and fourth grader Brynn Brachear for advancing to the Franklin/Williamson County Spelling Bee next week!
2 days ago, SARAH TYNER
Sayha Amarasuriya's mission patch was chosen for the 2026 Challenger Mission Holiday Postcard. These postcards are sent all over the country, including the White House. On Friday, representatives came to CIS and presented Sayha with a framed copy of her postcard. Sayha's mission patch was entered during her fifth-grade field trip to the Challenger Learning Center at Western Kentucky Community and Technical College last year.
4 days ago, SARAH TYNER
Please see the attached flyer for the CHS Spin Clinic.
4 days ago, SARAH TYNER
Calling all Little Lions!
The CHS Little Lion Cheer Camp is coming up and we can’t wait to cheer, jump, and have FUN!
✨ Who: Pre-K through 6th grade (must be at least 3 years old to attend)
✨ When: Monday, January 19
✨ Sign-Up: Register ahead of time using the link below or walk-ins are welcome the day of camp.
The best part?
All campers will show off their new cheer skills with a game day performance at the home basketball game on Friday, January 30. 🦁📣
Register here: https://bit.ly/4bBwSdP
9 days ago, Kelli Sheraden
CIS sent grade level teams to the ROE Brain Games event held at John A. Logan College this week. This event required students to problem-solve and work collaboratively on Fantasy Fiction themed challenges. Our fourth and sixth grade teams brought home medals and advanced to the next round at Rend Lake College. Great job!
9 days ago, SARAH TYNER
The Carterville Dance team would like to invite 5-8th grade students interested in dance to attend a game day experience with them on February 3rd at CHS. This event is FREE and details are within the flyer.
12 days ago, Tom Webb
This morning, we kicked off PBIS Quarter 3 with schoolwide goals focused on responsibility and kindness!
During the first four weeks, students will focus on being responsible for their learning, with a goal of reducing referrals such as being unprepared or off task. Meeting this goal earns students a sweet treat from the candy cart.
In the second half of the quarter, the focus shifts to being responsible for our words and actions. We are committed to choosing kindness, with a popcorn party as the reward for meeting our goal.
If our entire school stays under 120 office referrals for the quarter, students will celebrate with a dodgeball tournament and a concession stand.
We visualized responsibility with a fun activity. Participants were given a pizza box to represent their "responsibilities." Their goal was to keep their responsibilities safe in the air, even when distractions (other participants) tried to knock them down.
18 days ago, SARAH TYNER
Our gym was transformed into a Winter Wonderland as a term 2 behavior reward. Students watched a movie, enjoyed hot cocoa, made crafts, and played games while listening to music and enjoying time with friends. Tis the Season!
about 1 month ago, Tom Webb
The last two weeks have been full of performances with our Winter Sings, Chorus, and Band Concerts. Special thanks to Mrs. Norrington and Mrs. Braddock for their leadership of our fine arts programming.
about 1 month ago, Tom Webb
Team CIS has done it again! Special thanks to Ms. Shaw and Mrs. Robertson for their leadership in organizing this year's Toys for Tots drive. All boxes were filled and will support families throughout Southern Illinois. GO Team!
about 1 month ago, Tom Webb
Our lost and found is overflowing. All of the items remaining will be donated over break. Please have your student claim their items before leaving on Friday.
about 1 month ago, SARAH TYNER
Our count down to Winter Break starts next week! Students are welcome to participate in a series of holiday-themed spirit days as we wrap up the second quarter.
about 2 months ago, SARAH TYNER
On behalf of Team CIS, we'd like to thank our students and parents for your continued support. We wish you a blessed Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. We'll team back up on Monday, December 1.
about 2 months ago, Tom Webb
As we count down to Winter Break, we’ve teamed up with Tri-C to plan a series of holiday-themed spirit days that students may choose to participate in. This is not a fundraiser, but just a fun opportunity to spread some cheer as we wrap up Quarter 2!
2 months ago, SARAH TYNER
Just a reminder that tomorrow is our PBIS fundraiser. Students can bring a dollar and wear a hat.
2 months ago, SARAH TYNER
Miles of Smiles will be coming to CIS on January 9th, 16th, and 23rd. The dental consent forms will be sent home with students on Friday. If you are interested in this service, please return the completed form by Monday, December 15.
2 months ago, SARAH TYNER
Our PBIS team will have a hat day fundraiser on Friday. Students can wear a hat during the school day for a $1 donation. All proceeds will be used to stock our Lion Pride Store.
2 months ago, SARAH TYNER
2 months ago, SARAH TYNER
This Thursday morning, CIS students will have the opportunity to visit the Carterville High School to watch this year’s fall play, The Great Gatsby. Students will be out of the building from approximately 8:15 am to 10:45 am.
We will be collecting a $1 donation from students, which will go directly to support the CHS Fine Arts Department.
This experience provides our students with a glimpse of our high school fine arts program and opportunities for their future!
3 months ago, SARAH TYNER
Tomorrow, students are encouraged to wear red, white and blue as we honor Veterans Day.
3 months ago, SARAH TYNER
