Congratulations to Becky Sennett, Joni Pratt and Tyler Southwood, on receiving recognition from Heather Miller and Illinois National Guard, on their service in Education here at HJH! Go Ducks!
Great news for Region 3 student-athletes, teams, and coaches with the region moving to a less restrictive Tier/Phase today. We know everyone is excited to start ASAP. Plans are being formed and information will be released as it becomes available in the coming days. Go Ducks!
High School Scholastic Bowl picked up three wins last night against Prairieland Conference foes, Illini West, Brimfield, and West Prairie, in their first three-team all-virtual matches of the season! Go Ducks!
Havana High School Scholastic Bowl begins their regular season tonight will all virtual matches against Illini West, Brimfield, and West Prairie. Good luck to the Ducks Scholastic Bowl team!
The latest press release from the IESA regarding extracurricular activities can be found by accessing this link:
https://www.iesa.org/news/2020-2021/COVID_1-13-21.asp
Anyone with questions can contact Havana School District #126 Athletic Director, Tyler Southwood, by email at tsouthwood2@havana126.net or by phone at the Havana Junior High School office.
The latest press release from the IHSA following yesterday's Board of Director meeting concerning extracurricular activities can be found by accessing this link:
https://www.ihsa.org/News-Media/Announcements/ihsa-athletics-remain-on-pause-contact-days-can-begin-pending-idph-approval-board-will-meet-again-january-27-to-review-sports-schedule-framework
Anyone with questions can contact Havana School District #126 Athletic Director, Tyler Southwood, by email at tsouthwood2@havana126.net or by phone at the Havana Junior High School office.
Attention JH students/parents/guardians: 2nd Quarter report cards can now be viewed in Alma. 3rd quarter schedule changes in Alma will take effect on Monday, January 11th. Have a great weekend and Go Ducks!
HHS D.A.R.E. Role models spent the morning in 5th grade classrooms. Pictured are Adam Bohm, Kaley Meyer, Brooklyn Richardson, Jessilyn White, Krista Koke and Zoey Lane.
Congratulations to the following 6th grade students whose poems were selected for publication in the Fall 2020 Creative Communication Poetry Contest! Winners included Gracelyn Bassett, Mariska Grindle, Avery Hanson, Breanna Leithoff, and Brayden Miller
January 2021 menus have been posted to the district website at https://www.havana126.net/browse/7102.
First grade classes enjoyed their Grinch Day. They made Grinch pills, Grinch dust, Grinch slime, painted the Grinch, and of course made the Grinch’s heart grow “three sizes that day.”
Mrs. Pratt’s class is wrapping up 2nd quarter with some candy cane activities. The candy cane taste testing activity seems to be a favorite!
Just a little taste of some of the Christmas themed movie characters on dress-up day....had the 5th grade Christmas trees and Mrs. Dunker found Cousin Eddy wandering through the halls this morning "that's the gift that keeps on giving, the whole year Clark!" Go Ducks!
The 3rd Annual Christmas Clothing Closet "COVID Style" is almost finished. I still have a few more gifts to put in bags. I cannot wait to pass out the clothing next week. Thanks to all who donated to this needed cause.
Attention Early Childhood/Pre-K parents and guardians: the program will be going remote, starting tomorrow (12/17-12/22) and will return to in-person learning on Tuesday (1/5/21).
New Central students will be greeted this morning by some visitors from Whoville! Welcome, Christmas!
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” The first graders continued their tradition and went caroling to downtown businesses. They even had a couple surprise guests along the way!
The HHS girls’ golf team was finally able to meet together to distribute awards. All players earned Varsity letters this year. Team members include Ella Kramer, Abby Cowell, Libbie Johnson, Maggie Porter, Aly White, Jess White, Taylor Stockham, Zoe Porter and Grace Johnson. Special awards included Zoe Porter - Most Improved, Ella Kramer - Most Dedicated and Grace Johnson - Low Average. Go Ducks!
Students and staff at New Central raised over $700 for the Ashton Fernetti Memorial Scholarship!
First grade classes walked to the post office today and mailed their letters to Santa.
