Teutopolis Unit #50 Schools
Have you been to the TGS Book Fair yet? If not, maybe these commercials made by 6th Graders will convince you!
Commercials for Parents:
Commercial F
Commercial G
Commercial H
Commercials for Students:
Commercial A
Commercial B
Commercial D
The 5th grade students are doing a fantastic job of telling us the story of The American Revolution!
Teutopolis Unit #50 has teacher and extra-curricular openings. https://goo.gl/Hf4p67
Digital Citizenship Tip!
In Tech class, 6th Graders made commercials to advertise this week's book fair using a website called Powtoon. They were assigned either parents or students as a target audience. The winners of the contest won gift certificates to the book fair and are pictured below. Great work 6th Graders!
Winning Commercial for Parents here: https://goo.gl/BajDcD
Winner Commercial for Students here: https://goo.gl/7Q9osD
More commercial entries will be shared throughout the week. Stay tuned!
Wooden Shoe Drive Thru - Friday, April 20th 4-6:30pm.
Boys Tennis will be 'grillin up' in front of THS. Come out to support the athletes.
BOOK FAIR
Buy One, Get One FREE
April 16-19 (7:30 am - 5:30 pm)
April 20 (7:30 am - 12:30 pm)
We hope to see you at our TGS Library!
Come to THS this afternoon and celebrate our talented students. Band concert begins at 3:00 followed by an art showin the cafeteria featuring student work. Some art work is available for sale.
THS baseball games vs Effingham and Salem are cancelled.
THS Boys tenns at Alton has been cancelled. Team is returning to THS.
A magical circus performance by the kindergartn students!
Varsity Baseball Sat April 14
T-Town will play Salem @ 12:00 @ Paul Smith Field
T-Town will play Effingham @ 2:00 @ Paul Smith Field
Kindergarten Open House
Children who will be entering kindergarten August 2018, along with a parent or guardian, are welcome to visit the Kindergarten rooms on Friday, April 27th, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and from 1:30-2:30 p.m. You may come any time during these hours. We look forward to meeting you.
Digital Citizenship Tip #11
Varsity Baseball has a rescheduled game with Breese MD on Friday, April 13th 4:30 start. It will be at Northside Park in Breese.
Please help us gather data to assess local interest in the creation of a private, after-school program. If you are interested in such a program, please complete this two question survey. Thank you. https://goo.gl/forms/K7wVgYqJGSSbqTAC3
Digital Citizenship Tip #10
First graders in Mrs. Probst's class created the moon phases in an Mmm, Mmm, way.
Softball has added game at Newton today 4/10.
Today 4/10 - Boys Track has moved to St Anthony. Home meet will only be a Girls Track meet with Newton.
THS will be testing all Sophomores on Tuesday, April 17th, and all Freshman on Thursday, April 19th. We are reminding parents to please refrain from scheduling appointments on those dates. Thank you for our cooperation.
Boys Tennis just got cancelled at Greenville today 4/9. We have rescheduled this for Thursday 4/12 and it will be at T-Town.
BOOK FAIR
Buy One, Get One FREE
April 16-19 (7:30 am - 5:30 pm)
April 20 (7:30 am - 12:30 pm)
At your TGS Library!
Looking for something extra for your children to do this summer? Check out this information from Lake Land College: https://goo.gl/E4T8Z3
THS will be testing Juniors on Tuesday, April 10th. We are reminding parents to please refrain from scheduling appointments for Juniors on Tuesday, April 10th.
High School Parents and Students, TIME IS RUNNING OUT! Have you purchased a 2017-2018 yearbook for your student??? How will your student 'Count Down the Memories' of this year without a book??? If your student has not purchased a book or if you are unsure if your student has a book claimed, have them come visit the yearbook staff in front of the library April 9th through the 13th before school or simply email thsyearbook@ttown.k12.il.us!
Varsity baseball at Salem on Saturday 4/7 has been cancelled.
F/S baseball scheduled for Saturday is cancelled.
Family Art Night at T.G.S! Thank you Stang ARTs, heartwarming and fun!
FS Baseball @ Mt Zion today 4/6/18 has been cancelled
JV Softball @ Newton Round Robin was scheduled for Saturday 4/7/18 had been moved to Saturday 4/21/18 with start time the same @ 9:00am
Miss Mette's fourth graders enjoyed spelling practice with shaving cream today!
ATTENTION ALL SENIORS: Mrs. Hall will be coming into your English class one day next week to have you fill out a form for honors night. We need to know if you have received any scholarships and the exact dollar amount. If the scholarship is renewable (either two or four years), YOU need to figure up the total dollar amount.
Mark your calendars now!! $15 Sports Physicals @ Runde Clinic. Boys on Tues 6/19 & Girls on Tues 6/26 both dates are 4:30-6pm.
Lake Land College Introduces Launchcode, a 20-week program to teach students computer programming skills.
https://goo.gl/HCDD3n
Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten students were asked to help Bobby Bunny build an Easter basket that would hold Easter eggs. They were asked to work together to make one basket using one piece of paper and then see how many eggs their basket could hold.
Boys & Girls Home Track Meet today 4/3 has been cancelled.
Varsity Baseball vs Richland Co- Olney today 4/3/18 has been cancelled.
Softball @ Greenville today 4/3/18 has been cancelled.
Softball @ Casey today 4/2/18 has been cancelled.
F/S baseball cancelled also.
THS baseball is cancelled today. Practice info. will be sent later via Remind.
Yes, it's cold but we are having a track meet.
T-Town Softball vs Vandalia today 3/29 is Cancelled.
Boys Tennis at Shelbyville for today is cancelled. No practice Friday. Tennis plays at home on Monday vs. Casey-Westfield.
F/S b-ball at Charleston is cancelled. Fr. will not practice. Soph., Jr., and Sr. will practice at Hendelmeyer batting cages 2-4 PM.
FS Baseball @ Charleston today 3/29 is cancelled.
Mrs. Niebrugge’s class had an “eggcellent” time dying Easter eggs today.
After learning about the planets and space, Mrs. Probst's first graders took a tour through space on their Ipads with the SkyView app. Students are shown going through space!
A Boys & Girls Track Meet has been scheduled @ Altamont for Wednesday, March 28th @ 4:00
THS boys and girls track meet is cancelled tonight.
FS Baseball @ T-Town vs Okaw Valley today 3/27 is CANCELLED.
Boys & Girls Track Meet @ T-Town today 3/27 is CANCELLED
Varsity Baseball @ Cumberland today 3/27 has been cancelled.
High school baseball game is cancelled.
Softball vs Richland Co today has been Cancelled.
THS baseball will play just one game tonight vs. Neoga at 4:30. Please stay away rain.
This is a reminder that Unit #50 schools will dismiss at 3:00 PM this Wednesday. There is no school March 29, 30, or April 2. School will resume on Tuesday, April 3 at our regular starting times.
Boys tennis at Metamora is cancelled.
Varsity Baseball DH with LaSalle is cancelled, but we have picked up a game with Greenville @ 4:15 today - Play Ball !!!
Let's try this link for the facility survey results:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GYPgb9C2C8aYueWS8t-TTdiXJUNcmfknEhM9ZEoZV8U/edit?usp=sharing
Here are charts of the responses to the Unit #50 Facility Survey. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GYPgb9C2C8aYueWS8t-TTdiXJUNcmfknEhM9ZEoZV8U/edit?usp=sharing
Attention All High School Parents: If you received a flyer from Jostens Yearbooks in the mail, your student has yet to purchase a yearbook for the 2017-2018 school year! Please do as soon as possible to ensure your student receives a book! You can visit jostensyearbooks.com to see the Teutopolis High School collection or ask a member of the yearbook staff for a yearbook form. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact a member of the yearbook staff or email thsyearbook@ttown.k12.il.us.
March 26th & 27th. 20% of sales from Pizza Man of Effingham will be donated to the Teutopolis Freshman Class. Dine-In, Carry-Out, Delivery (4-10pm). Coupons available through students or there.
The THS track team will not go to Sullivan today; baseball at Cumberland is cancelled today; and softball at Ramsey is cancelled today.
Here is a link to some information on Unit #50 enrollment for the past several years. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VLPqestfvLlx8YEIzEa6V2Wm_ZZ6ktb_/view?usp=sharing
The THS Girls softball game for this afternoon is canceled.
THS Baseball at Breese Mater Dei has been canceled this afternoon.
Preschool enjoyed their bear unit with a special bear snack!
To wrap up our discussion on Cyberbullying, 3rd -6th Graders signed a pledge. Together, we can do this!
Be an UPstander...or as many students called it this week, "a helper," "a friend," "a hero."
Questions and answers from the facility meeting at THS, held March 5, are included in this link. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PQatikpjFwFDcsg0EZ-JXkZphMYUoy7PjTd35gptj5g/edit?usp=sharing
Maranda Martin planned fun Irish games for Mrs. Probst's class. A leprechaun relay, filling a pot of gold, and an Irish freeze dance were enjoyed by the students.
Attention parents of juniors and seniors! You should have received a letter recently concerning the THS Post Prom to be held on Saturday, April 28, 2018. Please consider how you can support this worthwhile cause. The Post Prom committee asks that you complete the form and return it as directed in the letter. Please send responses in before March 15th. Your support is greatly appreciated!
After learning the names and some facts about each of our planets, Mrs. B.'s First graders took a virtual tour through space to find each planet, our sun, the moon and we even found the international space station and the Hubble Telescope!! We have returned back to Earth safely and back to work!
Mrs. Habing's 6th grade math class had a challenge to memorize Pi to the farthest decimal place value. The winner was Mr. Joey Niebrugge with 92 decimal place values! The entire math class enjoyed Pi Day by having delicious, homemade apple pie brought in by our wonderful mom, Carrie Copple. Joey won a TEF donated Chromebook case, a 'Pi'napple, Oatmeal Creme 'Pi'es, and three miniature 'Pi'es.
The 5th grade band performs their first concert.
Early Elementary Teacher Opening
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-QUSHoLM7aaZmhIWk9iWVNUQTI3a2VZa25fcHg4Nm9WUmFB/view?usp=sharing
Another try at the calendar link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-QUSHoLM7aaNWlkMUxXaDM1ODVsNUl4MXNuU0dURlpCdHRZ/view?usp=sharing
Fun with our Little Red Hen unit! Each center baked a different type of bread for their friends to taste.
TGS students are being treated to fun science show by the Mad Scientist from St. Louis.
Information about an alleged threat was reported to me this morning, thoroughly investigated by law enforcement and school officials, and found not to be credible. Bill Fritcher, Superintendent
At last night's meeting we were asked about a video walk through. Here is a video we did a while back. We hope to update this soon.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FQ117r-4JE&t=1s
In Tech class this past week, we talked about the serious problem of Cyberbullying.
4th - 6th Graders watched: https://goo.gl/S4n4kk
3rd Graders watched: https://goo.gl/KciQMp
A great resource for parents is https://www.commonsensemedia.org/cyberbullying
Any chance you get, please review and discuss the tip below with your child. Thanks!
Heather Will a registered Dental Hygienist from Effingham Dental group spoke to Mrs. Probst's Grade 1 students about dental health.
Mrs. Bushue’s class celebrated Read Across America Day. Students enjoyed having extra time to read and having a few Dr. Seuss themed snacks.
Kindergarten and 6th grade buddies celebrate Dr. Seuss Birthday!
Students in Mrs. Mellendorf’s first grade class celebrated Read Across America Week with many Dr. Seuss stories. They read “The Cat in the Hat” and turned themselves into Thing 1 and Thing 2!
More great pictures of the Teutopolis Student Council members with the TGS students on Dr. Seuss Day!
Thank you to the high school students who took the time to read and plan activities to help us celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday!
Mike McKenzie talks to Mrs.Jansen's kindergarten class about his career at John Boos Metal Shop.Thank you Mr. McKenzie!
Digital Citizenship Tip #7
Coach Laurie Thompson speaks about the season and her team.
Firetrucks are loaded.
Not a bad haul for one season for the Lady Shoes. Parade begins at 12:30, with a ceremony in the gym to follow, to recognize the team.
Trophy for 3rd place.
Lady Shoes win the 3rd place game 45-32.
1 minute to go. Lady Shoes lead 41-32.
Claire Bushur is having a game in the paint. She has 12 points and the Lady Shoes lead Eureka 37-32 with 4:39 to go in the game.
3 quarters complete. The Lady Shoes lead 34-32.
The 1988 champion Lady Shoes we're recognized at halftime.
At the half, we are all tied at 23.
Jolene Bueker is on fire this quarter. She has nine points and a nice assist. Lady Shoes down 23-21 with 1:50 to go in the 2nd quarter.
The Lady Shoes trail Eureka 15-8 after a quarter.
The student section is here in force.
We are 15 minutes from game time in Normal. The Lady Shoes play Eureka for third place in 2A.
TJHS 8th grade play final presentation Saturday night at TGS. 7:00 PM
The Wooden Shoes boys win the regional 53-42.
52-42 Shoes with 34 seconds to go.
48-40 Shoes with 1:35 to go.
C-W cuts the Shoes lead to 44-40 with 3:43 to go.
The boys lead Casey-Westfield 42-27 after 3 quarters.
The boys lead C-W 28-17 at halftime.
The boys lead C-W 20-9 with 5:23 to go in the 2nd quarter.
The Wooden Shoes boys lead Casey-Westfield 13-7 after 1 quarter in the regional championship.
Celebrating Ag week at THS!
Sun. Feb 25- Girls Basketball fire truck parade @12:30 & reception follows in HS gym. Line Main St. to show the girls we are TTown Proud !
The Lady Shoes are getting in a workout at Redbird Arena.
ISU has informed us that fans may not bring in backpacks into Red Bird Arena.
Lady Shoes 1000 Wins t-shirts are ready for pick up. Stop by THS office to pick them up.
After learning about Greek columns, sixth grade students designed their own buildings with columns.
Send in your 2018 - 2019 Kindergarten Pre-Registration forms.
2018-19 Kindergarten Pre-Registration Form.doc.docx
Wednesday 2/21 ticket sales at THS for the Lady Shoes game on Friday. $10 each and ALL general admission seating.
State Tournament-Awards Ceremony Changes: The 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th place 2A awards will ALL be held AFTER the Championship game.
Digital Citizenship Tip #6
Lady Shoes are your 2A Super Sectional Champs. Congrats Lady Shoes! State Bound
Final score from Salem. Lady Shoes 40, Breese Mater Dei 26. STATE BOUND!
Lady Shoes are in control of this one. They lead 40-26 with 56.2 to go.
Lady Shoes lead 38-26 with 2:00 to go.
3:40 to play. Lady Shoes 36, Mater Dei 25.
4:18 to play. Shoes lead 32-23.
Mater Dei is making a run. Shoes still lead 30-20 with 6:22 to play. Mater Dei ball.
We have played 3 quarters, and the Lady Shoes hold a 30-16 lead.
We are at halftime in Salem. The Lady Shoes lead Breese Mater Dei 19-7.
6:45 to go in the 2nd. Lady Shoes lead 13-2.
After a quarter, the Lady Shoes hold an 8-2 lead. Mater Dei ball to start the 2nd quarter.
2:53 to go in the first. The Lady Shoes jump out to a 6-0 lead.
Girls supersectional starts in about 5 minutes. The Lady Shoes play Breese Mater Dei.
Way to go THS Scholar Bowl.. 3-2 at the Illinois Masonis Academic Bowl at Newton High School!!
Mrs. Yager’s second grade class designed boats out of tin foil! They partnered up to engineer their design and test it out with the weight of candy hearts.
With the recent violence in schools, I have been asked to provide talking points for parents that can be used in discussions with their children. Take a look at this website: https://goo.gl/LWesBq
Lady Shoes ticket info
The Lady Shoes are your Sectional Champs
At the half, the Lady Shoes grab an 18-13 lead.
After a quarter Sullivan leads the Lady Shoes 8-6
The Lady Shoes tipoff in about 15 minutes.
We'll see you at Effingham St. Anthony tonight as the Lady Shoes play Sullivan in the sectional championship game. Game time is 7:00 PM. Follow us on Twitter (@unit50sports) or on our mobile app.
In honor of National Dental Health Month, Runde Dental Hygienists, Logan Bueker and Laura Jeffries, did a presentation about oral health for the Teutopolis Second Graders.
This week in kindergarten Mrs. Kreke’s class is learning about our past presidents.
First grade students in Mrs. Probst's room show off their homemade Valentine boxes.
5R celebrated Valentine's Day with a book exchange party!
Mrs. Kreke’s class works on the power of YET
After 3 quarters, the Shoes hold a 45-26 lead over the Green Wave.
Here is Josh's picture.
Josh Burrell poses with the ball that just won him $100 for making it from half court.
The Shoes hold a 31-14 lead over Mattoon. And the crowd goes wild when 8th grader Josh Burrell makes a half court shot and wins $100.
After 1 quarter, the Shoes lead Mattoon 15-5 in JH Griffin Gymnasium.
Not a bad year for the 7th grade boys. Ceremony starts in 5 minutes and parade begins at 5:30 to celebrate the 2nd place finish.
6th Grade students Augie Jansen and Molly Jansen enjoy doing a "book talk" with Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten class
Mrs. Meyer’s 5th grade students presented their biographies of African American role models to the 2nd graders for Black History Month!
8th grade parents: Mrs. Grinestaff and Mrs. Hall will be meeting with you at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, February 20th in the TJHS cafeteria. See you all then!
Three Billy Goats Gruff STEM Problem Solving!
The children were asked to build a bridge that was sturdy enough to hold all three goats.
Extra-Curricular Positions Open in Unit #50
https://goo.gl/RKEvhD
Digital Citizenship Rule #5
Celebration for 7th Grade Boys Basketball Feb. 13:
5:00 - Ceremony at TJHS Cafeteria
5:30 - Fire Truck Ride
6:00 - Cake and Punch at TJHS
6:30 - To THS for Recognition at Halftime of Boys JV game.
The parade & reception to celebrate the 7th grade boys 2nd place state finish is postponed. A reschedule date will be determined later.
Shoes drop this one to an incredibly athletic Danville team 86-51.
Danville leads the Shoes 60-30 after 3 quarters.
3:13 to go in the 3rd. Shoes trail Danville 44-25.
At the half, Danville holds a 30-19 lead over the Shoes.
After one quarter, Danville leads the Shoes 13-7.
With 2:24 to go in the 3rd quarter, St. Anthony leads Marshall 60-24.
Robinson defeated Madison in the second game. After 1 quarter, St. Anthony leads Marshall21-5.
With 6:33 to go in the game, Madison trails Robinson 45-31.
In the 3rd quarter, Robinson leads Madison 34-20.
The second game of the day features Madison vs. Robinson. After a quarter, Robinson leads 12-4.
The first game is in the books. Central A&M defeats Mattoon 74-66.
We have 6:57 to go in the 4th quarter, and Central A&M leads Mattoon 55-52.
From the Teutopolis shootout, Central A&M leads Mattoon 21-19 after 1 quarter.
Here are the pics.
The Shoes get their 2nd place trophy.
Shoes take 2nd after a 31-26 loss in the state title game to a loaded Springfield Lincoln team. Keep your heads high, boys.
Shoes down 3 with 8.6 to go.
1:06 to go. Shoes trail 27-26 and have the ball.
2:00 to go in Wenona. Shoes trail 27-26 in the 7th grade state title game.
Shoes lead 26-25 with 3:35 to play.
7th grade boys trail Springfield Lincoln 24-22 after 3 quarters.
Regional champs
Lady Shoes win Vandalia Regional 52-40 over a quick Pana team. Good job !
Lady Shoes up 46-40 with 1:33 to go. Come on Lady Shoes lets do this.
7th grade boys have a low-scoring 2nd quarter. But they trail Springfield Lincoln just 15-14 at the half.
Lady Shoes up 37-31 after 3 qtrs.
After a quarter, the 7th grade boys lead Springfield Lincoln 12-9 in the state championship game.
Lady Shoes lead Pana 23-22 at the half. Keep it rolling ladies !
Lady Shoes up 23-22 at the half. Jeep it rolling ladies !!
Lady Shoes down 13-12 after 1st qtr
Fan busses are en route to the 7th grade boys state title game in Wenona. Game time is 7:30. Look for updates on the school app and Twitter.
Attention 8th grade parents: On Tuesday, February 20th, Mrs. Grinestaff and Mrs. Hall will meet with all 8th grade parents at the TJHS cafeteria after the girls volleyball game. See you there!
On Thursday February 15th, Mrs. Grinestaff and Mrs. Hall will be meeting with the 8th graders in the afternoon at TJHS.
The schedule for this Saturday's boys basketball shootout at THS can be found here: https://goo.gl/LcTMRN
Jen Thoele talks to Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten class about her career as a personal trainer. Thanks, Mrs. Thoele!
Kindergarten Saving Sam Science Project
Sam (gummy worm) is in a boat (cup) that turns over in the water. His life preserver (gummy lifesaver) is under his boat. The children are asked to work together using only a paper clip to help them save Sam.
On Wed., Feb.7 the 7th & 8th grade students learned about 4 important topics that affect them: internet safety, healthy & unhealthy relationships, stress & coping skills
and transitioning to THS
Macon Meridian wins the sectional over the Shoes by the score of 51-45.
48-45 with 1:27 to play
The Shoes still trail Macon Meridian 45-41 with 2:53 to go.
After 3, Macon Meridian leads the Shoes 41-36 in the 8-3A sectional.
Halftime score:. Macon Meridian 26 and the Wooden Shoes 22.
After a quarter, Macon Meridian holds a 17-12 lead over the Shoes.
We are 5 minutes from tipoff in the 8-3A sectional at Teutopolis Jr. High. The Wooden Shoes are playing Macon Meridian.
SENIORS - Reminder to turn in a baby picture and a senior picture to the office for the yearbook!
THS Shootout, Saturday, February 10th! Find schedule on the website by clicking on Menu/Documents/High School.....it's at the bottom of the list!! Go Shoes!!
The TGS Lost and Found Shelf is full!
Please have your child check there if you notice they have missing items. This shelf is located in the cafeteria.
Danielle Goeckner talks to Mrs. Jansen's class about her career as an X-Ray Tech at Sarah Bush. Thanks Danielle!
This week's tip at TGS - Signing out is like locking the doors to your house when you leave.
Jeremy Giles read a book to Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten class about his job as a fleet manager for the City of Effingham. Thanks, Mr. Giles!
Ann Witges goes over what her career consists of as a Speech Therapist. Thanks Mrs. Witges!
Open this link to learn more about an elementary teaching position now open in Teutopolis Unit #50. https://goo.gl/DzUPhk
Shoes win a dandy 64-60. Two big free throws from Ben Goeckner iced it.
Shoes up 2 with the ball.10.3 left.
Shoes by 4 and the ball 42 sec.
Shoes up 7 with 1:09 to go.
James Niebrugge with 2 huge steals. Shoes up 6 with 1:25 to go.
Double OT.
Tied with 36 sec to go. Their ball.
The Shoes mount a MONSTER comeback. We are headed to overtime tied at 46.
The big sister section is cheering hard.
Shoes trail 43-32 in the state semifinal. 3:19 to play.
Brendan nails a 40 footer to end the 3rd, but the Shoes trail 36-29.
7th grade boys trail 31-24 with 1:38 to go in the 3rd.
We have reached halftime. Shoes trail 20-17.
Brendan Niebrugge drains a 30 footer to close the first period. Shoes trail 6-5.
Shoes win 42-31 and play again at 5:00 today.
Shoes are up 38-26 with 2:20 to go.
We have played 3 quarters and the Shoes lead 31-23. This is a good one.
We are at the half and the Shoes lead 22-16.
We have played a quarter and Calumet Park leads the Shoes 9-7.
We are off. It is the 23-2 Shoes vs. 18-0 Calumet Park.
We will be providing updates from the IESA 7-3A State Tourney in Wenona. The Wooden Shoes tip off in 15 minutes against Calumet Park.
This week kindergarten learned about different types of weather. We were very excited about experimenting with some of the different concepts we covered!!!
There is interest in starting a trapshooting club comprised of THS students. The link below is a flyer with information about a meeting to learn more. https://goo.gl/tsxvp3
Sarah Slover talks to Mrs. Jansen's class about what her job consists of as a housekeeper at St. Anthony's Hospital. Thanks Sarah!
On Monday, January 29 Mrs. Breer's class celebrated the 100th day of school!
8th grade boys basketball... Regional Champs! Congratulations!
This is a reminder that school dismisses at 11:45 AM on Wednesday, February 7.
The 7th grade boys will now play at 11:30 Saturday in Wenona.
Your sectional champions.
Final score Wooden Shoes 54, Macon Meridian 11.
After 3 quarters, it's 50-11. Shoes on top.
Halftime score:. Wooden Shoes 35, Macon Meridian 10.
7th grade Wooden Shoes grab a 22-5 lead after the first quarter. We are playing Macon Meridian.
Wow!!! 7th grade boys jump out to a 14-0 lead after just 3 minutes.
We'll be providing updates from the 7th grade boys 3A sectional in Shelbyville. We are 15 minutes from tipoff.
THS students are enjoying superficial muscles of the cat in Mr. Biermans class..
Great day at TGS with Bob Tartar and his magnificent creatures! Mrs. Hoene feels the soft angora rabbit.
Great day at TGS with Bob Tartar and his magnificent creatures! Mrs. Mellendorf gets to hold Charlotte!
Mrs. Grinestaff and Mrs. Hall are talking with Sophomores this week about future courses and planning ahead.
Ashli Davidson, a dog trainer/groomer at Dogs by Design, shows the children how she teaches dogs different tricks. Thanks Ashli!
After students studied China, Brianna brought in clothing and artifacts from China to share with Mrs. Chesnut's social studies class.
Mrs. Jansen's students weighing the 100 items they brought in for 100 Day!
Call TGS to schedule an appointment for Preschool screening.
TGS Digital Citizenship #3
100 days in Mrs. Kreke's class!
THS seniors, this is just a friendly reminder that the Lake Land foundation scholarship is due February 1st!!
How to they grow up so fast? From age 6 or 7 to 100! One hundred day activities enjoyed by Mrs. Probst's class!
Looking for a teacher aide at TGS and boys JV tennis coach. Please apply as soon as possible. https://goo.gl/oF115U
Many of the TGS staff are aging quickly! Happy 100th Day!!!
1B students look like they are 100!
100th Day of school! My, how we have aged...from 8 to 80!
From School Nurse:
Parents and or Guardians of Unit #50 students,
As you may already know, proper hand hygiene is important in decreasing communicable illness. Please encourage your student(s) to wash his/her hands after using the restroom and before eating. Hand sanitizer stations are available for student use, outside the cafeteria entrances. With that being said, I would also like to review the school policy for when students must be excluded from school, as well as when they may return, following illness.
Fever
-Any student with fever may not return to school until they have been fever free (below 100 degrees Fahrenheit) for 24 hours, without the assistance of Tylenol, Ibuprofen, etc.
Vomiting/Diarrhea
-Any student exhibiting symptoms of vomiting or diarrhea, with or without fever, must stay home or be sent home from school. The student may return to school 24 hours after symptoms subside.
**The only exception to this rule is students who have a medical diagnosis that is not considered contagious. **
Strep Throat
-A student with strep throat may return to school after they have been on antibiotic treatment for at least 24 hours and are fever free.
If you have any questions regarding the above, or are not sure if your student should attend school, please feel free to contact me. Thank you so much for your help in keeping our students healthy!
Julie Zeigler RN IEP-D
zeiglerj@ttown.k12.il.us
Our thoughts and prayers are with Altamont Unit #10 and the family of Mr. Todd Arnold.
After three quarters the Wooden Shoes lead Breese Mater Dei 52-31.
At the half, the Wooden Shoes lead Breese Mater Dei 33-19.
The Shoes hold a 18-11 first quarter lead over Breese Mater Dei in boys action at Teutopolis.
The Sophomore Rotary Heart Screening program, sponsored by Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, has been scheduled for Saturday, March 24, 2018, from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon in The Heart Center at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health center in Mattoon. Registration materials are available outside the office for any sophomore athlete that would like to participate. Forms need to be returned to the THS office by Monday, February 19. Parents will be asked to phone Sarah Bush Lincoln Foundation Office at 217-258-2511 the week of March 5-9, upon return of the completed forms. Please call 217-238-4960 with questions.
Congratulations 7th grade boys basketball... Regional Champs!
Mrs. Kreke’s class loves teamwork!
Kindergarten Students Working on Saving Sam
Last week several parents came in and talked to the kindergarten about their jobs! Thanks to all of our wonderful parent presenters!!!
After reading about The Great Wall of China, Mrs. Chesnut's sixth graders built their own Great Wall out of sugar cubes. All of the wall had to be assembled using chopsticks, instead of their hands. When their wall was finished, students placed a lego man on the walkway to signify they had fortified their region and were ready to protect the people of China!
Mrs. Habing's 6th grade social studies class is currently studying Ancient China. After learning about the Terra-Cotta Army surrounding Emperor Shihuangdi's tomb, they took an interactive field trip to the historical site. They could 'walk' through the army using a virtual reality tour developed last year. The students saw how each soldier was unique and located the well site that lead archaeologists to the famous discovery.
TGS Digital Citizenship Tip #2
THS 2nd quarter High Honor Roll and Honor Roll
Today during center time Mrs. Bierman overheard her kindergarten students playing school. They were teaching the use of "yet". "We do not know how to do this, yet." TGS students are developing a Growth Mindset!
Digital Citizenship Tip #1
8th grade band students that need to get their instrument for tonight's HS boys bball game: jr high front door will be open from 3:30-5:30
TJHS Volleyball at Marshall has been canceled for tonight.
Decisions on practices and games for Friday will be made later this morning. Please watch our social media or look for a message from your coaches.
Due to inclement weather and poor road conditions, Teutopolis Unit #50 Schools are closed for Friday, January 12, 2018.
TGS Spelling Champions!
1st Carmen McMahon
2nd Paige Swingler
Time for Preschool Screening
One of Unit #50's CEO students, Madison Magee, will be hosting a book signing as part of her business for the class. You don't want to miss this. Open this link to learn more: https://goo.gl/LhzAEk
From Nurse Julie: A reminder from school health. https://www.smore.com/20kn4
Third graders and Mrs. Drees are learning about static electricity! What fun!
Time to register your kindergarten students for the 2018-2019 school year!
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/118381/2018-19_Kindergarten_Pre-Registration_Form.doc.docx.pdf
The Teutopolis Junior High School Geography Bee winner was Peyton Tegeler. The runner up was Korey Miller.
Book Speed Dating.... Students in Mrs. Mapes' THS English I classes spent 3-4 minutes at a time "flirting" with a book to see how interested they might be in getting to know that book better.
After 3 quarters, the Shoes lead 81-31.
At the half the Shoes lead Riverview Garden 56-17.
Wooden Shoes boys playing Riverview Garden JV at St. Anthony Shootout. They lead 31-8 after a quarter.
Applications are being accepted for a high school English teacher: https://goo.gl/X1nXig
Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten class playing Christmas games!
The High School Girl's JV/Varsity game against Flora will be played at the Teutopolis Junior High tonight. Thank you.
The Lady Shoes JV defeated Lawrenceville 55-34 and play again at 4:15 today.
The Lady Shoes win this one 57-21 and play tonight for the championship
This one will be a running clock from here on out as the Lady Shoes lead 51-18 after 3 quarters.
The Lady Shoes open up a 37-14 lead at halftime over Fairfield.
Lady Shoes jump out to a 23-12 lead after a quarter against the host Fairfield Lady Mules.
We will be giving updates on the Lady Shoes game in Fairfield at the Merry Mule Tournament.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THS!
The Effingham County Home and Community Education Extension recycles Christmas cards and transforms them into beautiful occasional bookmarks; Christmas included! Mrs. Nice and Mrs. Hotze are excited to allow the students at TGS to choose one of these 600 bookmarks during this holiday season!
If you have Christmas cards or any occasional cards that you would like to recycle, please send the front cover of the card to Teutopolis Grade School. We will have a separate "Card Box" in the TGS Recycling Area (located near the office) for these donations.
You can also donate new cards (Christmas or any occasion) that the Extension office will then forward to the Veterans' Homes in Illinois.
In addition, this group donated school supplies to TGS; notebooks, bookbags, glue, crayons, etc.
A big, "THANK YOU" to The Effingham County Home and Community Education Extension for all you do for our community and surrounding communities!
In Tech class, 1st graders typed Christmas messages for local residents in nursing homes. On their iPads, they typed the lyrics of their favorite Christmas song in a Google Doc. Then, they practiced changing the color, size, and style of font. Way to spread Christmas cheer, 1st graders!
To review the tools in Google Docs, 3rd graders spent the last few weeks typing letters to soldiers to send them some holiday cheer. They practiced paragraph formatting, line alignment, text color, text size, font style, and inserting images. 3rd graders shared their favorite Christmas song and even told a holiday joke. Thank you for your service, brave soldiers!
In Tech class, 2nd Graders have been working hard to write letters to Santa. They became familiar with the keyboard and tools in Google Docs. Their letters will be dropped off at Macy's as part of the Believe campaign. For each letter written to Santa, Macy's donates $1 to the Make a Wish Foundation. As a whole class, $81 will be donated to help make wishes come true! Nice work 2nd graders!
It took great teamwork at the Elf Games at TGS today!!
First Graders having Christmas fun! Thanks to our awesome helper, Megan Probst!
These students went above and beyond to complete our Book Challenge in 5R ELA for 1st & 2nd quarter! The book challenge consists of reading 20 books in a variety of genres outside of the classroom.
Santa Came!!!
Reminder: School is dismissed at 3:00pm on Thursday, December 21 to begin Christmas break. Happy holidays from all of us in Unit #50.
Students in Mrs. Schackmann's class worked to construct the tallest free-standing Christmas tree using only gum drops and toothpicks. Through this experiment, students were responsible for planning, building, and determining what makes a structure stronger.
Here is a fantastic last-minute gift idea: https://goo.gl/08407R
Available at the Unit #50 office.
Look at all our Cindy Lou Whos! What a fun day at TGS. Merry Christmas!
All aboard for the North Pole!
Mrs. Niebrugge's and Mrs. Ziegler's preschoolers sang Christmas carols and decorated sugar cookies today at TGS.
Mrs. Hazletts' Sewing Class created dresses for Dress A Girl Around the World.
"All aboard the Polar Express" at TGS today!
Mrs. Meyer's 5th Grade Social Studies classes are learning about the causes of the American Revolution. The students were taxed by the KING and members of Parliament. The students were not a fan of taxation without representation, but had a lot of FUN!
Fire truck is loaded.
Parade for 8th grade champions begins in 5 minutes.
Grandparents are the Best!
Sixth graders bring in the pros for assistance with their Christmas projects.
Sixth grade students helped kindergarten students make gingerbread houses. The sixth graders volunteered to give up their recess to do this activity. They really have the spirit of giving.
Welcome celebration for 8th girls basketball team will be Sunday.
Mrs. Siemer’s reading class went way above and beyond their reading goals for the quarter. They earned 458 points as a class! That is A LOT of reading. A popcorn party was enjoyed by all to celebrate this amazing accomplishment!
Christmas Spirit Week
At
Teutopolis Grade School
Monday - All Aboard the Polar Express!
Wake up and come to school in your pajamas.
Tuesday - Just how much Christmas can we wear?
Wear your Christmas sweaters, pants, dresses, socks, bows, shoes, etc.
Wednesday - Going to the Movies!
Dress as your favorite Christmas movie character.
Thursday - Green and Red with Hats
What team are you on for Elf Games?
Sweet creations in Mrs. Probst's classroom!
Sixth grade writers brainstorming before they start planning their organizer.
Best wishes to the 8th grade girls basketball team and coaches in their state championship game tonight.They play at 7:30 in Germantown Hills. Download our mobile app or follow on Twitter for scores.
Meat Bundles purchased through the Senior class for their fundraiser are ready for pick up at McMahon Meats!!
The Shoes win this one over a gritty Effingham team by the score of 77-66.
The Shoes grab a 56-50 lead with 5:35 to play.
After 3 quarters, the Shoes lead Effingham 50-49.
The IHSA recognizes Greg Sapp for his outstanding service to high school sports. We can't think of anyone more deserving.
Shoes hold a slim 31-30 over the Flaming Hearts at the half.
The Shoes grab a 19-14 lead after 1quarter.
The Wooden Shoes win the JV game 46-28. Varsity action in about 25 minutes from Effingham High School.
THS Basketball Concession List
https://goo.gl/rTMF4f
Grace Walker can "cross" another gift off her list.
Kindergarten students enjoyed Christmas around the world!
Parade and reception to celebrate the 7th grade girls 4th place finish in the 7-3A state tourney begins at 2:30 this afternoon at TJHS.
That's a win. 8th grade girls defeat the host Germantown Hills to advance to state championship game Thursday night. Final score 35-25.
Lady Shoes lead Germantown Hills 25-18 after 3 quarters in 8-3A state semifinal game.
8th grade girls lead the host school Germantown Hills 18-12 at the half. Let's. Go. Shoes.
8th grade girls are behind 7-6 after a quarter in their state semifinal game.
8th grade girls win to advance to final 4 in 8-3A state tourney. They play at 6:30 tonight to earn a state championship game on Thursday.
8th grade girls take a 16-14 lead into the 4th quarter at State tourney.
8th grade girls are down 8-7 at halftime of their state quarterfinal game in Germantown Hills.
Schools relatively close to us have had over 20% of their students absent with the flu. Please watch this video about hand-washing. Encourage your child to wash often. https://youtu.be/SyRtMl4a1FE
2017-18 Yearbooks will be on sale at the homecoming game tonight for $50. If you purchase your yearbook at the game prior to varsity halftime your name will be entered into a drawing to receive your 2017-18 yearbook for FREE!!
Our student/teacher swap day was a success!!
We'll be at the 7-3A third place game tonight. No cell signal in Auburn HS though. We'll post final score as soon as we can after the game.
Mrs. Breer's kindergarteners experimented to find out what materials do and do not float. Then they created boats so that the gingerbread man can beat that tricky fox across the water!
Mrs. Hotze's library classes have been reading Maybe Something Beautiful; How Art Transformed a Neighborhood, by F. Isabel Campoy. "Based on a true story, Maybe Something Beautiful reveals how art can inspire transformation- and how even the smallest artists can accomplish something big." This story was inspired by Rafael Lopez, a muralist from San Diego, California. Mrs. Hotze likes to emphasize the quote from this book to her students, "You, my friends, are all artists. The world is your canvas." This book is one of the twenty 2018 Monarch books that Mrs. Hotze reads throughout the school year with the kindergarten through 3rd-grade students at TGS. In January, these beautiful murals will be on display just outside the library doors.
The 8th grade girls advance to state tourney in Germantown Hills this Saturday at 1:00. The defeated a really good Tuscola team 32-29.
The 8th grade girls are holding on to a 29-24 lead with 2:14 to play. Timeout and Shoes' ball.
The Lady Shoes lead Tuscola 25-18 after 3 quarters.
At the half, the Lady Shoes lead Tuscola 13-10.
After 1 quarter, the Lady Shoes lead Tuscola 7-4 in the 8-3A sectional.
We'll be providing updates from the 8th grade girls sectional at Marshall. It's the Lady Shoes vs. Tuscola for a trip to state this Saturday
Mrs. Jansen's Kindergarten class is trying a Gingerbread Science experiment.
What will keep the Gingerbread cookie dry?
A cloth?
A piece of wood?
A sponge?
A plastic plate?
Day 1 of Christmas around the world in Mrs. Kreke’s Kindergarten class was a success! They visited Mexico, made poinsettia lanterns and enjoyed chips in salsa!
Reminder: school dismisses at 1:15 on Thursday, December 7 in all Teutopolus Unit #50 Schools.
Books were purchased with money placed in a donation box at the TGS Book Fair. Sixth grade students selected their favorite titles to make a donation to the FISH Christmas store.
Mrs. Nice hosted a “speed book dating” for the students at TJHS. This is a fun way for students to be exposed to a wide variety of books to spark some interest in new titles. Mrs. Nice played love songs while students rotated to different stations, which hosted four titles. Students chose one book at each station to rate in three categories:
First Impression-judging how well they think they would like the book based on its cover and appearance
Flirting-rating the book based on the summary
Getting to Know You-make a judgement after reading a few pages of the book
In the end, each book got a final score and students chose whether or not they would “take the book out”...of the library.
TJGS/TGS band concert tonight at TJHS at 7:00 pm. Please come see and hear some talented students.
7th grade girls list their semifinal game 38-35. They will play Thursday for 3rd place.
It's a beautiful Friday morning in Wooden Shoe Country.
School Health News from Nurse Julie www.smore.com/0eafc-school-health-news?ref=email
The 7th grade girls trail Tuscola 13-11 at halftime.
After a quarter, the Lady Shoes trail Tuscola 7-4 in the 7th grade sectional.
TJHS 7th grade girls tipoff in sectional play in about 10 minutes against Tuscola. Game is in T-Town. Come on out and watch.
Wanted: THS Boys Tennis Asst Coach
https://goo.gl/AypvLK
Food Drive
Who knew that cells were delicious?! The 5th grade science class really enjoyed making edible cell models to enhance their learning of the organelles of the cell. Yum!
Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten class celebrated Thanksgiving with their own feast.
First graders in Mrs. Probst's room share a Thanksgiving Feast!
What a great day! In the morning Mrs. Buhnerkempe's first grade students wrote paragraphs about the hard life of a pilgrim. In the afternoon they lived the life of a Pilgrim! The Pilgrim boys fished and dug for clams while the girls worked in the garden and did the laundry. After the chores were finished, they enjoyed a small Thanksgiving dinner and played stick ball, a favorite Pilgrim game. What a fun day!
Shoes win a dandy 72-70.
Shoes by 2. Mt. Carmel ball to go the lenghth of the floor. 3.4 seconds remaining.
Shoes up 1 with ball. 12 seconds remaining.
Shoes up 3 with 51.7 to go. Mt. Carmel ball. Timeout.
Overtime. Tied at 62.
Shoes up 2 with 22 seconds to go. My. Carmel ball. Mt. Carmel timeout. A 3 by Lee Hardiek put the Shoes ahead.
The Shoes trail 58-57 with 1:53 to go.
The Shoes are holding on and lead 57-54 with 2:58 to go.
After 3 quarters, the Shoes hold a slim 48-45 lead over Mt. Carmel.
The Shoes hold a 34-28 lead over Mt. Carmel.
The THS boys jump out to a 16-8 lead over Mt. Carnel in the championship game of the Capital Classic in Bridgeport.
The Shoes win this one 60-33. They play at 6:00 tonight against Fairfield.
The Shoes hold a 60-26 lead after 3 quarters.
The Shoes open up a 42-15 lead at the half.
The Shoes are playing solid defense and lead Marshall 19-4 after a quarter.
Boys basketball season kicks off in 30 minutes.
Mrs. Yager’s class is ready for Thanksgiving break with their snack mix and turkey juice boxes!
We are celebrating thanksgiving in preschool today! Our feast included cheese and crackers, deer sausage sticks, and pumpkin pie with whipped cream.
Mrs. Kreke's students are creating a Play-Doh feast!
The fourth grade class took a field trip to see the movie Wonder. The students read the book by R.J. Palacio this Fall, and it has become a favorite for many! “When given the choice between being right and being kind, choose kind."
7th grade girls basketball... regional champs! Go Lady Shoes!
Best First Grade Band Ever!
The entire first grade enjoyed playing the homemade instruments they made to go along with their reading story, Beth and the Band!
Our very own 3rd graders from Teutopolis Grade School made some special ornaments to decorate the Teutopolis State Bank Christmas tree. Making these ornaments helped us get the holiday season started!
School Menu Revision
All schools in Teutopolis Unit 50 will be swapping lunch menus for Tuesday and Wednesday this week.
Mrs. Probst's class rocks! The kids band performed with their homemade instruments for the preschoolers.
This week Mrs. Buhnerkempe's students were studying what makes sound in their reading story, Beth and the Band. They made old fashioned phones to vibrate string to carry the sound from mouth to ear. They stopped the vibration by pinching the string to see if sound still traveled and found that it did not! They were amazed how their voices can travel!
Check out these TGS brothers on Workout Wednesday; we work our brains and bodies!
Students in Mrs. Bushue’s second grade class used popcorn to make scientific predictions. They experimented with the buoyancy and weight of popped and unpopped kernels. Our future scientists!
Mrs. Drees' reading class ended their reading selection with a pie tasting! The story was about a young girl who created a business selling pies during the California gold rush! Yum! Yum!
Congratulations Teutopolis Junior High School IMEA Participants. We are proud of you!
Thank you to our Friends at Farmweld, Inc.!
In conjunction with the Wild, Wild West Book Fair, Farmweld, Inc. purchased books for each classroom teacher to put in his/her class library! Over 80 titles were added all together! The teachers and students are excited to read all of their new books...A BIG Thank You & YEE HAW to our Friends at Farmweld, Inc.!
Spiders don't scare these first graders! They enjoyed a week full of reading nonfiction spider books and completing activities that pertained to these eight-legged creatures.
Teutopolis Junior High School PE classes took time to visit the American Legion Memorial today in remembrance of Veteran's Day.
In honor of Veterans Day, our fifth grade students had the local Teutopolis American Legion members and some family members come to speak to the students about their experiences. The fifth grade classes learned about letter writing while addressing letters to troops currently deployed through a program called Operation Gratitude. In addition, Mrs. Meyer's fifth grade students wrote detailed essays about the life of a veteran that they interviewed. The students loved hearing the veterans stories, and sharing their letters with the soldiers.
Preschool students had so much fun at the Stang Arts studio! They can't wait to go back!
A great day for the fourth graders as they get a visit from Texas Ranger player, Nick Gardewine! Nick's sister is in Ms. Rauch's class.
It's a great night for the TEF Spaghetti Supper and the TGS Book Fair!
Here is how your your support of the Teutopolis Educational Foundation makes a difference in our classrooms. https://goo.gl/HbD69g
Reminder- Our Device Drive continues this week! Bring those unwanted smart phones/devices to any school office or to Tuesday's Spaghetti Supper at the Grade School. Mr. Runde will be there to help reset devices to factory settings if needed.
6th grade students and Mrs. Kreke's kindergarten students became reading buddies. They read their library book and did a book report with their buddies.
Mrs Yager’s second grade class had 8 little visitor’s on Friday! The students got to play with the 4 week old golden doodle puppies!
Check out this video a group of 6th Graders created about our the TGS Book Fair that continues this week! https://goo.gl/vP4w48
Our rootin-tootin librarians are ready for a great week at the TGS Book Fair!
Growth Mindset Language at TGS
* Praise the Effort
* Compliment the Hard Work
* We have not mastered a skill YET!
Recycling event planned in Effingham November 15. https://goo.gl/HZWUom
The book fair has arrived! The students can't wait for Mrs. Nice and Mrs. Hotze to get it set up! Check out this book fair video a group of our 6th Graders created!!! https://goo.gl/vP4w48
THS wants to wish everyone a safe and Happy Halloween!!
Sweet treats were presented to Mrs. Probst's First Graders after a 6th grade Book Read. Shoo, Fly Guy was read to the students and shoo fly pie was shared with the students.
Amelia Bedelia (aka Mrs. Sheehan) reads to the students for a little Halloween fun.
Thank you to Ron Will for donating pumpkins to kindergarten and preschool. Mrs. Bierman's class enjoyed decorating their pumpkins.
Tired of sorting through too many social media posts to get info about Unit #50 schools? Go to the I-tunes or Google Play stores and search for Teutopolis Apptegy to download our mobile app.
We have British soldiers raising the flags at TGS this morning! Happy Halloween!!
Wild, Wild West Scholastic Book Fair!
November 2nd (7:30 am - 5:30 pm)
November 3rd (7:30 am - 5:30 pm)
November 6th (7:30 am - 5:30 pm)
November 7th (7:30 am - 7:00 pm)
November 8th (7:30 am - 3:30 pm)
At your TGS Library!
Go to this Website to
Learn All About the TGS Book Fair!
(Right-click on the link to open)
The Teutopolis kindergarten spooks haunted the hallways and gymnasium of the Grade School on Friday, October 27.
Interested in a good stocking stuffer this Christmas? Check this out: https://goo.gl/08407R
Halloween fun last Friday at TJHS...
Mr. Fritcher and Mr. Niemerg dress up for Halloween... a science experiment gone horribly wrong!
Students in Mrs. Probst's First Grade are having fun playing ring toss, bowling, and spider races. Many thanks to a great parent for the fun games!
Who are these scary folks driving our children home from school? Happy Halloween!
Wouldn't it be cool if students could learn about DNA up close in 3D or "travel" to places like the Washington Monument? You can make Google expeditions like this possible by donating your old smart phones to our Device Drive!
http://5il.co/24ef
Learn more about Google Expeditions:
https://edu.google.com/expeditions/#about
https://edu.google.com/expeditions/ar/#about
Jillian Allen and Emma Beckman take great delight in their, made from scratch, Pizza Loaf in Mrs. Hazlett’s Foods Class.
Never too old to enjoy Play-Doh! Miss Mette’s fourth graders made their own models of landforms.
THS Band placed first at the Vandalia Halloween Parade last night! Max Ruholl won Best Drum Major Award.
Mrs. Breer's kindergarten students participated in a STEM activity to make their witch's brew bubble! Spooky!!!
Pizza Man presented a check to the winners of the 2021 Freshman Class fundraiser. The check was for $1,000! Watch for the next Pizza Man fundraising for this class!
At TJHS, students take an "Exploratory" class each quarter. For 2nd quarter, one of the "Exploratory" classes is called Christmas Creations. 18 junior high students met with Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten class. During this time, the kindergarten students told the junior high kids all about themselves, their hobbies, and their holiday traditions. This information will be used by the junior high students to create a holiday story with their kindergarten buddy as the main character! As Christmas draws near, the junior high students will once again have the chance to meet up with their buddy to present and read the story to them. What better way to kick off the holiday season than sharing a one-of-a-kind book with a friend!
The Sixth Grade Book Club recently met to discuss their first Rebecca Caudill Book. Ms. Funneman from the Effingham Public Library led the students in a discussion of The Night Divided by Jennifer Nielsen.
The Shoes came out on fire and never cooled off and win the match with 25-13 and 25-20. They play Pana Thurs night for regional championship
Good student section tonight.
The Lady Shoes dominate game one 25-13.
The Lady Shoes are getting ready for regional volleyball action against Shelbyville in about 10 minutes.
TGS third graders are making murals about four Native American tribes! They used their social studies books and chrome books to find interesting facts!
Mrs. Chesnut's sixth grade students read to Mrs. Kreke's Kindergarten class. They loved it!
Mrs. Chesnut's Social Studies class worked in small groups to develop a language, 10 laws, and trade for their culture. Once their culture had these three things they could use their technology to make a catapult to conquer the other groups.
Reserved Gold Seat tickets for the upcoming Boys JV/Varsity Basketball season may be picked up in the THS office during school hours from November 1st - December 1st. Tickets are $35.00 each.
Mrs. Kreke's kindergarten students making spooky hands with popcorn and candy corn!
It's a good day for the TEF Recycling Drive. Drop off your old electronics between 9-12 this morning in front of T-Town HS.
Students from Mrs. Chesnut's sixth grade reading class entertained Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten class with a Book Read. Thanks Anora and Ally!
All 4 kindergarten classes visited the Oakaw Valley Apple Orchard. The children were excited to watch how apple cider was made. They each picked 4 apples and had apple donuts and apple cider for snack.
It's great to have our parents in the building for conferences!
Schumacher Orthodontics Contributes to TEF
https://goo.gl/WyaueO
Fourth graders send a thank you to Clint and Jackie Beccue for their geology presentation! Students loved the hands on experience with rocks to help them better understand their science class material.
Lady Shoes lose the first game of the match 26-24 to Robinson.
Congratulations to the Lady Shoes seniors on a fantastic career and season.
The TEF Recycling Drive is this Saturday from 9:00-12:00 in front of the THS gymnasium. Please see this link for additional information. https://goo.gl/w9JVf7
THS supporting pink day for breast cancer awareness month!!
Shoes lose a tough one 2-1. Congrats on a fantastic season.
St. Anthony, with a header, takes a 2-1 lead with about 17 minutes remaining.
Julia Hardiek - singles and the doubles team of Lauren Hemmen and Ali Brumleve advance in tennis regional and will go on to state next week.
Tied 1-1 at halftime between the Shoes snd Bulldogs for a regional championship.
St. Anthony ties it at 1 late in the first half.
Jason Kowalski scores from a long way out to give the Shoes a 1-0 lead.
Beautiful night for regional championship soccer. The Shoes are playing St. Anthony. No score with 30 minutes remaining in the first half.
Parents, this is a reminder of Parent/Teacher conferences next Thurs. from 4:00-8:00 and Fri. from 8:00-11:00. School dismisses at 3:00 on Thurs., Oct. 19. There is no student attendance on Oct. 20.
Ag. In the Classroom came to 2nd grade today, and we learned about pumpkins! We made our own pumpkin pie to taste.
What do owls eat? After learning about how energy flows from one organism to the next, the fifth graders were able to examine what owls eat by dissecting an owl pellet. What fun!
Below is a link to the financial aid presentation that was held Wednesday evening if you were unable to attend. There is a wealth of information that is included in the presentation; such as, getting started with the financial aid process, questions that you may have if you have already began or submitted the application, scholarship information, and several resources that can lead you to an answer to any question that you may have as a parent or student.
https://www.lakelandcollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/2017-18-Financial-Aid-Night-Presentation.pdf
THS Yearbook Celebrating Pink Day!
The Teutopolis Preschool students had a BLAST checking out pumpkins today. They were so excited to ride the bus!
The Teutopolis Educational Foundation has Chromebook/tablet protective cases fro sale in the Unit Office. Open this link for more information. https://goo.gl/08407R
Mrs. Schackmann's 4th graders proudly show off their Eastern United States projects.
TGS is selling T-Town Socks!
Need help keeping up with your student's online school work at home? Start by logging in! https://goo.gl/MPaGJS
More information can be found here: https://goo.gl/ACNxGB
Practicing sight words is fun! Students in Mrs. Mellendorf's room worked together to play a game called "I Have, Who Has". Each time they played, they were able to read faster and faster!
Students at TJHS recently participated in a "Homeroom Coin Competition" in conjunction with our Wild West Book Fair and raised over $200.00! Mr. Fritcher's homeroom won the competition and decided to send the donation to Whip Pediatric Cancer, a program that is raising awareness and funds for pediatric cancer research. #WhipPediatricCancer #TeamElizabeth
Miss Rauch's 4th grade class brought their learning of latitude and longitude to life as they used GPS to find a geocache!
The Lady Shoes drop a hard fought match to Jasper County as they lose the 3rd game 25-23.
Lady Shoes win game 2 by the score of 25-21. On to game 3. Lets. Go. Shoes.
Lady Shoes won the JV match in 2 games. Varsity lost the first game 25-21.
Day off? Not for these girls. Freshman, JV, and varsity volleyball action tonight at JH Griffin Gymnasium vs. Jasper County.
Please come out and support the TJHS Cheerleader Car Wash.
Even though the rain kept them from the zoo, the second graders didn't let it ruin their field trip. They had a great day exploring the Children's Museum of Illinois.
Kindergarten had a great time at the fire station today! They would like to thank all the volunteers at the fire station. The students learned about fire safety and fire trucks!
The Teutopolis Kindergarten classes visit the Teutopolis Fire Station!
October 16th & October 17th
Pizza Man of Effingham will donate 20% of your total ticket price to the THS Freshman Class. Dine-In, Carry-Out or Delivery (4-10pm)
347-7766. Coupons available there.
Winter Athletes: Please be sure to turn in all athletic paperwork and payment to the THS Office. Stop by the office if you have any questions. Thanks!
The first grade class visited the pumpkin patch in Arthur and Lytle Park in Mattoon. thank you so much for the wonderful chaperones! It was a beautiful day for a field trip and the students were amazing!
Teutopolis High School Volunteens delivered gas gift cards for patients at the Cancer Center. The money donated was raised from the dress sale recently held at the high school.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month. The color "Gold" is the symbol for this awareness. TJHS supports cancer research for children
Students from Mrs. Yager's and Mrs. Bushue's second-grade classes used math and science skills to create a tower using Halloween candy and toothpicks.
Who are these strangers on our First Grade field trip!
Mrs. Kreke's Kids at the Orchard!
Ms. Lisa visited Mrs. Siemer's third grade class today and read a story about plants and soil. The class then made individual "Sammy Soils" as an experiment to watch and grow the different plant parts. Hands on science is always fun!!
Mrs. Bridges' English III class works on their career research papers.
Wooden Shoe apparel is now available! All proceeds will go to THS Student Council. Please see the attached order form for information. http://5il.co/1zkh
Kindergarten had a great day at the apple orchard!
Students enjoy the new playground equipment at TJHS.
There will be a financial aid meeting on October 11 at 6:00pm in the high school Media Center. Seniors and parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to attend. For more information contact the Student Services Office at the high school.
Great group of educators working to make the Wooden Shoes #futureready.
The Teutopolis Grade School menu for this week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday has been rearranged.
Tuesday - Italian Chicken Sandwich Meal
Wednesday - Sloppy Joe Sandwich Meal
Thursday - Chicken Alfredo Pasta Meal
THS students show support for Mattoon High School.
TJHS Students show support for the staff and students at Mattoon High School by wearing green today.
Mrs. Jansen's kindergarten class learns about the Sun and how it affects dirt, sand, wood chips, water, and an ice cream sandwich.
Finishing picture week at TGS, we sure looked good!
Hey, Wooden Shoes, let's show support for our friends in Mattoon and wear green to school tomorrow, Friday, September 22.
Only 1week left to purchase 2018 yearbook at $40. After Sept 29 the price goes up to $50.
Minor fender bender with Lisa Miller's bus - the Duck bus. No injuries and minimal damage. Students are delayed getting to their destinations. Another bus is on the way to transport.
Mrs. Schumacher's class is "apple-solutely" having a blast while learning about apples!
Oops, dismissal is at 1:15 today.
Reminder: school dismisses at 1:30 this afternoon.
First graders in Mrs. Mellendorf's class celebrated Dot Day last Friday. They focused on a story called "The Dot" and completed several activities with circles and dots. Some activities included graphing and tasting Dot candies as well as drawing and creating a picture that began as a single small dot.
Second graders send a big THANK YOU to the Ryan and Hollie Jansen family for replanting and maintaining the butterfly garden over the summer. Our monarchs loved the flowers!
We are proud of our Unit 50 students and all who fight the Cancer battle!These students attended the Effingham County Board meeting to have their proclamation signed: Childhood Cancer, Be Bold, Go Gold.
Congratulations TJHS Baseball! Regional Champs! 1-0 winner in 8 innings over Windsor/Stew-Stras.
Kindergarten Celebrates Grandparent's Day
Mrs. Probst's first graders celebrated Dot Day. They are showing off their dot creations.
TJHS Softball raffle winner was Laura Will. She won a $200 gift certificate to McMahon Meats. Congratulations Laura!
A very excited group of kindergartners and grandparents gathered together in the Teutopolis Grade School Gym on Friday to celebrate their special bond!!! Happy Grandparents Day!
Mrs. Habing's 6th Grade Social Studies Class has been studying the Paleolithic Era. They made their own cave paintings replicating work from this time period which is also known as the 'Old Stone Age'. The students could only use a Paleolithic Era tool such as stone, bone, or wood.
Mrs. Habing's 6th Grade Social Studies Class has been studying the Paleolithic Era. They made their own cave paintings replicating work from this time period which is also known as the 'Old Stone Age'. The students could only use a Paleolithic Era tool such as stone, bone, or wood.
Mrs. Habing's 6th Grade Social Studies Class has been studying the Paleolithic Era. They made their own cave paintings replicating work from this time period which is also known as the 'Old Stone Age'. The students could only use a Paleolithic Era tools such as stone, bone, or wood.
Mrs. Kinkelaar's 3rd grade class painted Kindness Rocks in art. If you're lucky you might find one hiding in your neighborhood!
THS Band Boosters Breakfast is September 24. https://goo.gl/C2usX8
Save the Date: TEF Electronic Recycling Drive on October 21 from 9:00-12:00 AM. See accepted items here: https://goo.gl/7Sr1DX
THS Senior Meningitis Clinic:
WHEN: Thursday, September 28, 2017
TIME: 8:00am
WHERE: THS Office Conference Room
HOW: Fill out form (found in High School documents on the school website)and turn into office as soon as possible.
Students in Mrs. Yager's 2nd grade class enjoyed tasting English muffins! After reading about them, several students weren't familiar with English muffins.
Mrs. Kreke's class learns the letter M by making Play-Dough monsters!
Mrs. Kreke's class releases their butterflies in the butterfly garden.
2016-17 YEARBOOKS ARE IN! 2017 graduates may stop by the high school office to pick up your yearbook.
Please come out and support the Teutopolis Band Boosters.
TJHS Baseball is this year's South Central Conference Champions! Congratulations players and coaches!
The Lady Shoes win the 3rd 29-27 and the match 2-1.
We are going 3. Lady Shoes win the 2nd game 28-26.
The Lady Hearts take the first game 25-19 over the Lady Shoes.
In volleyball action, the Wooden Shoes take on the Flaming Hearts tonight. Effingham won the JV match 27-25 and 27-25. Varsity coming up.
Mrs. Bierman's Kindergarten Class enjoyed watching their butterflies fly around the butterfly garden this afternoon!
During Friday News Frenzy Mrs. Chesnut's Social Studies students read articles from The Effingham Daily News to learn about their community and world. Later, they expressed their thoughts, questioned, and investigated the topics further.
Mrs. Ziegler's preschool students learned all about the color blue this week. They sang songs, colored pictures and ended the week by wearing blue and eating cookies with blue frosting!
TJHS Softball is this year's South Central Conference Champions!
Congratulations players and coaches!
Howdy ya’ll! It’s time to saddle up for our Wild West Book Fair! Readers Wanted!
Save the Dates: September 18-22, 2017 at Teutopolis Junior High School!
Times: 7:30–9:30AM (All week), 2:00–5:30PM (Tues. & Thurs.) & 6:30-8:30PM (Wed.)
#mybookfair
Teutopolis Grade School students gathered their change to raise over $1,700 for Hurricane Harvey relief. Our young Shoes are showing their compassionate, generous spirits!
Mrs. Breer's kindergarten class had five Painted Lady butterflies come out on Wednesday!!!
Working, learning and fun in Mrs. Kreke's class!
Lady Shoes take game 1 over Sullivan 25-12 #ShoesOn3
An aerial photograph of Mrs. Chesnut's Social Studies class studying aerial photos of Houston before and after Hurricane Harvey.
8th grade student Elizabeth Weidner will be featured on a television segment called "Kid to Know with Jennifer Roscoe." This will be aired Tuesday, Sept. 5 on WCIA at 5:00 PM. The picture includes Mr. Drees, Travis Probst (photojournalist), Elizabeth and Maggie Hockenberry (news reporter).
THS Band Schedule: http://5il.co/1tx2
This can also be found under the documents sections on the app and website.
Mrs. Wakefield's Reading class dined at a Book Tasting last week! Students sampled a variety of books to practice book previewing skills- skills to help decide if a book is a good fit. All we can say is... YUM!
Unit #50 Parents: Time to check your children's lunch account balances. Checks can be sent to any of the school offices for your family's account.
Did you know our app has an Athletics Section? Here are some instructions on how to get there: http://5il.co/1trq
Reminder: THS yearbook pictures and Fall Sports pictures tomorrow. Don't forget your uniform!!!
Girl's Tennis with a win over Flora tonite 5-4.Brumleve Mossman Deters and Blankenship singles and Hardiek and Blankenship doubles win
Volleyball defeats Marshall tonite 25-13 25-22 JV and Freshmen also win #ShoesOn3
Fourth graders love science!
Boy's golf dropped a match to Salem last nite. Dylan Buenker43 Jonathan Herd 43 Carter Jansen 45 and Michael Deters 45 were top 4 #ShoesOn3
TGS fourth graders practice using the scientific tools they've been learning about in science class.
Congrats to Alex Probst and Jason (alex) Kowalski for making ALL TNY Team at the Red and Gold Soccer tny this past weekend #ShoesOn3
Lisa Zumbahlen from Effingham County Partners for Ag Literacy along with Effingham County Extension provided all 4 kindergarten classes with Buttlerfly kits.
Girls Golf defeats Hillsboro Hoene 43 Thoele 49 Bushue 51 Will 52 Niebrugge 55 Vogt 59 Koester 62
Boy's CD finish 4th Noah Probst 5th 17:03 Schumacher8th Weidner19th Mette21st Deters28th Schmidt32nd Waldhoff39th Tabbert-Probst-Kitten
Congrats Girl's XC for 2nd place finish at Paris Weichman 5th 19:52 Mette10th Runde11th Habing15th Vogt18th McWhorter26th Bressendorf27th
North Clay defeats Dietrich 7-3. STA vs Ttown starting in a few minutes for the Championship of the Wooden Bat Tny #ShoesOn3
Shout out to the grounds crew esp the DADS beteeen games @ Wooden Bat Tny
Shoes over North Clay 13-0 and STA over Dietrich 11-0 this morning. NC vs Dietrich for 3rd @1 and TTOWN vs STA for Champ @3 #ShoesOn3
Lots of baseball action in town today - Wooden Bat tourney at THS and two games at TJHS going on right now.
Wooden Bat Tny this Saturday Ttown vs North Clay @9 STA vs Dieterich @11 3rd place @1 Championship @3
Baseball defeated Neoga last nite to improve to 2-1 Colin Funneman with the win.
Girl's Golf defeated Mt. Zion last nite Magee 49 Hoene 54 Thoele 55 Niebrugge 57 Vogt 60 and Bishue 63 #ShoesOn3
Congrats to Volleyball defeating Salem last night to open the season 1-0 #ShoesOn3
“Fall Sports Picture Day is Wednesday, August 30th paperwork has been handed out to all athletes”
Mrs. Kreke's students love feeding Penny!
The newest POPULAR student in 5th Grade! Penny!
6th Graders use teamwork to label their continents and oceans. Great Class!
Mrs. Jansen's second graders are raising three monarch caterpillars in their classroom. One caterpillar is only a half centimeter long!
We broke out! On the first day of Mrs. Wakefield's 5th Grade ELA class, students were challenged to a BreakoutEDU, an escape room-like activity, to the theme of Dr. Seuss' Oh, the Places You'll Go! Students had to work together as a team, think outside the box, and problem solve, in order to unlock all 4 locks on the box. They did it! Oh, the place these kids will go in Reading this year!
Building in Mrs. Kreke's Kindergarten Class!
Mrs. Chojnicki's third graders had the best first day ever! :)
Mrs. Bierman's class had a great start to Kindergarten! They read Pete the Cat, sang songs, played games, and much more!
Here are some 8th graders using their teamwork skills to complete an Escape Room activity. All students escaped. We have good teamwork skills here at TJHS!
Don't forget WOODEN SHOE DRIVE THRU for Boy's and Girl's Golf today 4-6:30 grilling up good eats
Great creativity on the first day in Mrs. Yager's class!
Students in Mrs. Yager's 2nd grade class are ready for an awesome year!
The TEF Recycling Drive is being held October 21, 2017 from 9:00-12:00 in front of the Unit Office. A list of accepted items can be found here: https://goo.gl/7Sr1DX
Teutopolis Junior High School staff & students will be observing the eclipse on Monday, August 21, 2017. We will be going outside from 12:50 to 1:50 that afternoon. Because we are concerned about the safety of our students' eyes in watching this event, the school district has purchased safety approved glasses for all students at the junior high.
If you have any questions or concerns about this event please don't hesitate to call the junior high office (857-6678)
Mrs. Meyer is expecting the best year ever!
Good morning to everyone in Wooden Shoe Country. We are looking forward to a successful school year.
Effingham-Teutopolis Invitational
Team Score- 404
Maddie Hoene- 92
Madison Magee- 98
Allie Niebrugge- 107
Averie Bushue- 107
Macy Vogt- 128
Mattie Thoele- 118
Allison Will- 132
Maggie Koester- 118
Overall:
Team Winner- St. Anthony 328
1st Place- Alaina Bowie (St. Thomas More) 64
2nd Place- Ava Wegman (St. Anthony) 77
3rd Place- Kait Asklund (St. Thomas More) 79
4th Place- Clare McHugh (St. Anthony) 80
5th Place- Abby Burgess (Effingham) 82 and Macy Ludwig (St. Anthony) 82
Sent from my iPhone
This is a reminder to the parents of Mrs. Ziegler's preschool students, the kindergarten students and the first grade students. A parent orientation is scheduled in your child's classroom for Wednesday evening, August 16. Preschool students are invited to attend with their parents while kindergarten and first grade Parents should attend without their children. Also, please bring your child's supplies with your to the orientation. Thank you!
P - 6:00
K - 6:00
1st - 6:30
Your Apple smartphones and tablets should now be working correctly. Just update the app and will be good.
We are grillin’ up again !!! Wooden Shoe Drive-Thru 8-18-17 http://5il.co/1o5n
Girls Golf
Charleston Scramble
Maddie Hoene and Maddison Magee- 45
Allie Niebrugge and Averie Bushue- 50
Macy Vogt and Mattie Thoele- 47
Lunch menus for Unit #50 schools are posted on the new app. Go to the I-tunes store or Google Play Store and search for Teutopolis Schools to download the app. Then, just click on "Lunch Menu".
REMINDER: High School Registration materials were due back yesterday, August 8th. Please return your packet materials by the end of this week. Thank you.
THS students, why not purchase a protective Chromebook case to take good care of your school-assigned Chromebook this year. Just $13 with a check made out to TEF. Pick one up in the Unit #50 office.
Teutopolis Junior High softball team starts season with a championship trophy from the Cumberland Tourney on Saturday!!
Congratulations, 2017 Jr. Miss Effingham County Fair Queen
Elizabeth Weidner!!
Students, school is just a few days away. Remember this as school starts - "It's ok to not know, but it's not ok to not try." We look forward to seeing all of you August 17.
Fall Sports: Dates/Times first practices
http://5il.co/1jif
THS Fall Athletes: please turn in all of your sports paperwork and $75 fee asap. Thanks!
Teutopolis Junior High reminder, all boys participating in fall baseball and cross country must have a current physical on file in the office.
This is a reminder that registration materials may be picked up in the high school office until 3:00 today and from 8-3 tomorrow. Please return all materials for TJHS and THS registration ASAP.
Unit #50 is still looking for a JV girls tennis coach. Practice starts in a couple of weeks. Please contact Mike Wilson at THS at 857-3139 if interested.
Reminder: THS Registration Mon. July 24 thru Thurs. July 27 please pick up packets at the HS office 8-3
Any girl interested in playing golf who has not already talked to the Coaches please contact Mr Wilson at the High School.
#ShoesOn3
https://goo.gl/QQZgqm
Tennis Coach Opening - apply ASAP
Teutopolis Jr. High Fall Sports Practice Information
Softball practice will begin on Monday, July 24, at the Teutopolis Park from 7:00--9:00 am.
Baseball practice will begin on Monday, July 31, at the TJH baseball field from 5:45-7:30 pm.
Cross Country practice starts on Monday, July 31, from 6:30--8:00 am at TJHS.
2017-18 Pre-Registration/Registration Info
https://goo.gl/AawQQQ
Teutopolis High School Registration Packets will be available for pickup July 24th - July 27th from 8:00am-3:00pm at the High School Office.
Teutopolis Junior High Supply List https://goo.gl/oUxPuy
Shout Out to the Lady Shoes Volleyball winning the Olney Invite #ShoesOn3
2017-18 Start of School Info https://goo.gl/gboHya
2017-2018 T.G.S. Supply Lists:
https://goo.gl/VQDjqj
T.G.S. Library Hidden Treasure!
With excellent specials
And pictures of the past,
Your clue is hidden
Better get there fast!
This week these clever Pals sisters solved this clue to locate the treasure hidden inside the Kountry Kitchen Restaurant!
Michael Buening was the winner of the TJHS Baseball raffle. Roy Schmidt Honda in Effingham graciously donated 4 St. Louis Cardinal Tickets for the raffle. Shown are Doug Mette, Michael Buening, Michael's sons, and Roy Schmidt with the presentation of the winning tickets.
Reminder: girls sports physicals @ Runde Clinic on Tuesday, June 27th 4:30-6:00
2017-18 Position Openings - APPLY ASAP
https://goo.gl/H2uaWk
All graduated seniors and those students not returning to band this Fall are required to have their entire uniform dry cleaned and back in the band room by next Friday, June 30! In order to receive your full refund of $50 you must have the following pieces cleaned, returned with the plastic hangers you were given and in the dry cleaning bag with some form of dry cleaning receipt attached. (Either actual receipt or shoulder tag on bag):
2 jackets (marching and concert – make sure they have the same numbers)
Pants
Cummerbund (Wiedmans will clean this for free with uniform)
Bowtie
Gloves (these may be machine washed)
Cords (both senior and underclassmen cords)
Hat and hatbox
THS Band Garment Bag
Please make sure the numbers on your uniform pieces match the numbers on the address card in the front pocket of your garment bag.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Another successful week of Library Hidden Treasure at TGS! Mrs. Hotze had children waiting for her to open the library so they could read the clue!
These super-sleuths found the books hidden in a tree at Bauer Funeral Home.
Want to keep up with all that happens in Unit #50 Schools? Go to the Google Play store or the I-tunes store and search for "Apptegy Teutopolis" and then download our new mobile app. Every time we update the app our new website is updated as well. go to www.teutopolisschools.org to check it out.
The Illinois Reading Council has once again awarded Mrs. Tie Chesnut!
She is the recipient of the Gene Cremer ICARE for Reading Award.
This award recognizes an educator who has performed in an outstanding manner to show concern for the affective domain and who has performed lifelong reading habits among students.
Congratulations, Mrs. Chesnut and thank you for making Teutopolis Schools proud!!!
Reminder: boys sports physicals @ Runde Clinic on Tuesday, June 20th 4:30-6:00
Congratulations to Lane Belleville for being named WCIA Channel 3 Baseball Player of the Year. Here is the story: https://goo.gl/HMRb03
The Schumachers found the library hidden treasure this week! It was right on our campus almost buried under some playground mulch. Visit TGS Library on Tuesday morning for the next clue!
The Miller Family was the winner of last week's Library Hidden Treasure! The books were found in the cereal aisle at Wessel's Grocery!
Brooke Haller to Compete in World's Largest Rodeo: http://www.effinghamradio.com/2017/06/08/teutopolis-high-school-student-to-compete-in-worlds-largest-rodeo/?sc_ref=direct
Epcot 2017.
Band trip 2017.
Band trip 2017 is on the road.
The Shoes outscored their opponents 57-8 in the post-season.
The best high school baseball coach. He sets an incredible example for our players and teaches them to play the game the right way.
The players are men of few words.
Rich Hartke speaks on behalf of the baseball parents.
Here is Mr. Hess and Sportsbackers President Brian Hardiek.
Teutopolis Village President Greg Hess reads a proclamation honoring the Class 2A state champions.
Quite a collection of hardware for one season.
Parade is set to begin.
The parade for the class 2A state baseball champion begins at 12:30. Reception in THS gym follows the parade.
Lee Hardiek has his 2nd good bunt and a St. Joe error makes it 10-2 Shoes. Go to Facebook live for the final half inning.
St. Joe-Ogden gets a 2-run HR and makes it 8-2 after 6 innings.
8-0 Shoes. Need 6 more outs.
Jason Kenter gets another RBI hit and pushes the lead to 6-0. New pitcher for St. Joe-Ogden.
5 innings complete. Still 5-0 Shoes.
After 4 innings, the Shoes still lead 5-0.
The Shoes add 2 more on Carson Hartke and Jason Kenter RBI's. The lead moves to 5-0. Just one out in the top of the 4th.
After 3 innings, the Shoes hold their 3-0 lead.
The Shoes add 2 more and lead 3-0. St. Joe's left fielder saves another run with a diving catch.
After 1 inning in the state championship game, the Shoes lead St. Joe-Ogden 1-0.
Shoes win 11-0 Brock Bueker with a 2 hitter. Play St Joe Ogden tomorrow at 5:00 for 2A State Championship should be a great game #ShoesOn3
Lane Bellville with a 2 run BOMB Shoes now lead 11-0 #ShoesOn3
Shoes lead 8-0 after 4 Brock Bueker surrendered his 2nd hit in the 4th. #ShoesOn3
After 3 Shoes lead 7-0 Orion got their first hit but runner was erased stealing. #ShiesOn3
7-0 Shoes after 2 innings #ShoesOn3
Shoes add onto their lead now 7-0 going to the bottom of the 2nd #ShoesOn3
Shoes warming up for semifinal 2A Baseball action #ShoesOn3
Nice crowd for TEF golf outing. Tee time in 30 minutes. Still room for more players.
Campaign co struction a crawl exit @ Monticello W 1/2m to Staley N to Springfield Rd W to 47 then N to Mahoney and I74 our route yesterday
THS Boys Baseball plays in Peoria at 5:00 today. Heavy traffic due to construction was reported yesterday. Please leave early, drive safely, and bring home a Wooden Shoes' victory!
If you're coming to Peoria give yourself 30 extra minutes. Construction at Champaign very slow and some construction on 74 near Farmer City
Save the Date: October 21 is the next Teutopolis Educational Foundation Recycling Drive
Time: 9:00-12:00 in front of the THS Gymnasium.
Click here for a list of accepted items: https://goo.gl/7Sr1DX
Supersectional champions. The Shoes play Friday at 5:00 in Peoria.
Sectional champions.
Game over. Shoes headed to state. They win 4-3 over a gritty Nashville team.
Headed to the 7th. Shoes up 4-3. Brock Bueker is in to pitch.
The Shoes score on a wild pitch. 4-3 Shoes.
We have played 5 and are still tied at 3.
Nashville's center fielder makes a diving catch on the warning track to keep the game at 3-3 after 4 innings.
The Shoes have tied it at 3. Lane Belleville is up with bases loaded and 2 outs.
The Shoes get on the board and trail 3-2 after 3 innings.
The sky has cleared, and we are playing again in Sauget.
Two innings complete and Nashville holds their 3-0 lead.
After 1inning, Nashville leads the Shoes 3-0 in the 2A supersectional.
Your 2017 Sectional Champs
Kremer fans the last 2 batters to give the Shoes a 7-2 Sectional Championship over the Piasa #ShoesOn3
With 1 out Piasa strings together 3 singles Shoes lead now 7-2 #ShoesOn3
Heading to the bottom of the 7th Shoes lead 7-1 Kremer still on to close the door. #ShoesOn3
Lane Bellville drives in 2 with a 2 out RBI single Shoes now lead 7-1 #ShoesOn3
Heading to the 7th Shoes lead the Birds 5-1 #ShoesOn3
Brock Bueker with the triple dang auto correct
Brick Bueker with a 2 out bases loaded triple Lee Hardiek follows with a single Shoes now lead 5-1 headed to the bottom of the 6th #ShoesOn3
After 5 we are still tied 1-1 #ShoesOn3
After 4 Shoes and Birds still tied 1-1 #ShoesOn3
After 3 at the Vandalia Sectional Final Shoes and Birds of Piasa tied 1-1 #ShoesOn3
Lee Hardiek w/single and Jason Kenter RBI single ties it up 1-1 headed to bottom of 3rd #ShoesOn3
Piasa with a sac fly take a 1-0 lead after 2 #ShoesOn3
Erik Kremer fans the side in the bottom of the first we are scoreless after 1 #ShoesOn3
Good Luck to Andrew McWhorter today in the State finals pole vault #ShoesOn3
Kyle Mossman singles and Noah Pals / Alex Probst doubles were eliminated at the State Tennis Tny this morning great job to all #ShoesOn3
Congrats to Andrew McWhorter for qualifying for Saturday's Pole Vault finals at the IHSA State Track Meet. Andrew cleared 13 ft in prelims
Congrats to Devin Mette for competing yesterday @ the State Track Meet in High Jump unfortunately Devin did not make the finals #ShoesOn3
Saturday's Baseball Sectional Championship game between Piasa Southwestern and Teutopolis has been moved up to 11:00 in Vandalia #ShoesOn3
Great job by the Wooden Shoes Boy's Tennis Kyele Mossman in singles and Noah Pals and Alex Probst aee still alive in doubles. #ShoesOn3
Joseph Esker faced the #2 seeded player and lost his first two matches to be eliminated. Kyle Mossman and Pals/Probst W-L-W play tomorrow
Lane Bellville in to close the door Shoes win 5-1 over Alton Marquette and will now play Saturday vs the winner of Piasa and Breese Central
After 6 Shoes still lead 5-1 #ShoesOn3
Shoes add on after a bases loaded walk and now lead 5-1 after 5. #ShoesOn3
Brant Bueker with a double and scores on a wild pitch Shoes extend lead to 4-1 after 4 innings #ShoesOn3
Cody Jansen with a sac fly and Shoes now take a 3-1 lead after 3 #ShoesOn3
After 2 the Shoes lead Alton Marquette 2-0 at the Vandalia Sectional #ShoesOn3
Eric Kremer with a 2 run blast in the bottom of the 1st Shoes take a 2-0 lead after 1
Congrats to Lucas Probst for winning THE TRUE BLUE DEVIL Award from Kaskaskia Cross Country
Congrats to Kyele Mossman and Joe Esker for advancing to State in singles and Noah Pals and Alex Probst for advancing in doubles #ShoesOn3
Congrats to Boys Tennis for winning the Casey Sectional. #ShoesOn3
The Teutopolis Educational Foundation Golf Outing is scheduled for June 2. Here is a link to the flyer. Please get a team signed up today! https://goo.gl/1Kqq0E
Download the new Unit #50 app. Go to the I-tunes store or Google Play Store and search for "Teutopolis Apptegy" and download our new app.
Junior high track athletes be sure track uniforms are turned in by Friday.
Boy's Baseball will play Wednesday 4:30 in the Vandalia Sectional vs Alton Marquette #ShoesOn3
Sports Physicals are set at Runde Clinic June 20 for Boys and June 27 for Girls
4:30 - 6:00 pm
High School Boy's baseball will play first round of Sectionals against Alton Marquette this Wednesday, May 24th at 4:30pm in Vandalia.
TJHS Holding Car Wash
https://goo.gl/h1sfdk
Parents, we are in the last month of school. Please check your children's lunch account balances. All balances should be paid in full by May 18, 2017.
Bogus Google docs are being sent from school e-mails. If you look into the To line it will have hhhhhhhhh..as one of the contacts. Please don't open the document!
The Village of Teutopolis is looking for summer help (boys or girls) for the water and street maintenance departments. Some duties are painting and shoveling. Must be 17 years of age with valid driver’s license. Hours are 7-3:30 M-F and pay is $8.25 per hour. No weekends. Send resume’ to village@teutopolis.com or call 821-3543. Deadline to apply is May 16th.
As of 4-27-17, the State owes local education agencies $1,106,085,191. You read that correctly, $1.1 Billion in non-General State Aid dollars. That represents $541.73 for every student in Illinois. That is well over $500,000 for Unit #50.
Wishing our favorite athletes the best today in their Olympics.
A lot of good vibes from Mrs. Scott's class and the other 4th graders today for the Special Olympics!
The last day to purchase a high school yearbook is April 12! If you are interested in purchasing one for your child, please contact Mrs. Esker at eskerc@ttown.k12.il.us or at the high school office at 217-857-3139!
Q. Will the state of Illinois hold on to this money like they did with the lottery?
A. These funds are not subject to the budget process in the state of Illinois. The sales tax receipts are processed by the Department of Revenue which keeps 2% of the funds before they are returned to the Regional Office of Education for disbursement to the appropriate school districts. Teutopolis Unit #50 has been getting monthly revenue from the Shelby County Sales Tax for nearly two years and has seen no evidence that money is being kept by the state of Illinois.
Here is a map of the counties in Illinois that have passed the County School Facilities Tax as of November 2016.
https://goo.gl/yvF1Ar
How much revenue will be generated from the County School Facilities Tax?
It is estimated that about $5.3 million would be generated annually for public school districts in Effingham County. The money follows the students. ESTIMATES:
Altamont #10 $ 790,000
Beecher City #20 $ 237,000
Dieterich #30 $ 483,000
Effingham #40 $2,761,000
Teutopolis #50 $1,062,000
North Clay, Jasper County, St. Elmo, and Stew-Stras - $10,000 Total Estimated Revenue = $5,345,000.
To raise the same $1,062,000 in Teutopolis Unit #50 with property taxes, our district’s property tax rate would go from $3.70452 to $4.62452 per $100 of assessed value. This means that a house with a fair market value of $240,000 (EAV of $80,000) would see the school district’s portion of the tax bill rise from $2,963.62 to $3,699.62. This is an increase of $736.
To generate $736 with the sales tax, a person would have to spend $73,600 on taxable items. Current Rate = 3.70452 New Rate = 4.62452 Increase = .92
Increase sales tax 1% across the county
Cost example - $50 spent on taxable items would cost an extra $.50
Shopping List
Milk - $2.99 (No CSFT applied)
Tylenol - $5.89 (No CSFT applied)
Paper Towels - $6.99 ($.069 to CSFT)
Printer Ink - $24.99 ($.249 to CSFT)
Total CSFT collected ($.32 CSFT)
Restaurant Bill
$37.48 - ($.37 to CSFT)
Frequently Asked Questions on the County School Facilities Tax:
Q. What items are not subject to this tax?
A. If it’s not currently taxed, it will not be taxed. Items presently in the municipal and county sales tax base are included EXCEPT the following items: Groceries/unprepared food
Cars, Trucks, and Boats
Farm equipment and parts
Farm inputs
Mobile Homes
ATV’s, Motorcycles, and RV’s
Pharmaceutical drugs (includes OTC)
What restrictions are there on the use of the County School Facilities Sales Tax revenue?
Ineligible Uses:
Salaries
Buses
Operating costs
Computers and textbooks
Movable equipment/furniture
Direct Instructional Costs
Frequently Asked Questions on the County School Facilities Tax
Q. How does Unit #50 plan to use the additional revenue?
A. Teutopolis High School is in need of significant renovation and/or new construction. The scope of the work is to be determined after community engagement.