
Portrait Retakes for JH & HS: Tuesday, February 25
Just a reminder, we will have portrait retakes for JH & HS students tomorrow! Anyone who missed the fall portrait day, has moved in since, or had a problem with their previous portrait, email or see Mrs. Kessler to make sure you are on the retake list! (akessler@arcolaschools.com)


PORTRAIT RETAKES RESCHEDULED! Retakes originally scheduled for Wednesday 2/19 have been rescheduled for Tuesday 2/25 (JH & HS students).

Who loves pizza??
Click the link below to buy yummy Little Caesars pizza and help the Arcola Jr. High Student Council raise money! THANK YOU!
https://fundraising.littlecaesars.com/products?support=9d51bfb6-0089-4fe8-a9e5-a33b0365aa18


🏃♂️ Support Arcola Track Teams with New Rider Gear! 🏃♀️
We're excited to launch a fundraiser for the Arcola Jr. High and Arcola High School track teams! Show your Rider pride and gear up for the season with our latest track designs, including cold-weather gear perfect for those early spring meets.
💜 Shop Now & Support Our Talented Athletes! 💜
🔗 High School Store: https://arcolatrack25.itemorder.com/
🔗 Jr. High Store: https://ajhs-track-25.itemorder.com/
🛍️ Deadline to Order: February 23rd – Don’t miss out! Every purchase helps support our amazing track athletes as they train and compete this season.
Go Riders! 💜


Purple Rider Fans our JH Volleyball game on January 28th has been moved to February 12th. We will still have our B game starting at 5pm and 7th grade will start at 6pm.

JH Boys Basketball Individual & Team Photo schedule:
- 7th grade: Wednesday, 1/22 at 3pm (right after school), JH gym
- 8th grade: Thursday, 1/23 at 3pm (right after school), JH gym
Boys should bring:
- Uniform
- Basketball shoes
The photos will be made available (for free) on the Arcola High School Torch's Facebook page when they are ready.

Due to inclement weather, there will be no school in the Arcola School District tomorrow, January 7, 2025. A decision regarding extracurricular activities will be made tomorrow.


Fall individual sport and activity photos can be found on the Arcola High School Torch Facebook page > photos > albums. Photos include: marching band, cheer, football, volleyball and junior high girls basketball.

A belated, but heartfelt, thank you to Leslie Karcher and everyone at CHI Nucor for donating 150 American flags for our Veterans Day Celebration! Our driveway got an upgrade that day!


🏀 Support Your Arcola Jr. High & High School Boys Basketball Teams! 🏀
You only have FOUR days left to place your orders and show your team spirit! The team store closes at midnight on November 21st. Don’t miss your chance to grab some awesome gear while supporting our boys on the court. 💜🖤
👉 Click the link to shop now: https://arcolabbball24.itemorder.com/


⏰ There's Still Time to Support Rider Basketball! ⏰
You can still show your support for the High School Girls Basketball Team and the Jr. High and High School Boys basketball teams by ordering through their fundraisers! A portion of each item sold goes directly back to the teams. Don’t miss out on your chance to gear up and help our athletes succeed this season! 🏀💜💛
Order Here:
Girls' fundraiser closes Sunday, November 17th ➡️ https://girlsahsbball.itemorder.com/
Boys' fundraiser closes Thursday, November 21st ➡️ https://arcolabbball24.itemorder.com/
If you want to personalize your gear but your player doesn't have their number yet, simply select the option to add a name and number, and orders will be coordinated with coaches once numbers are assigned. You can also choose to add just a last name if you prefer.
Go Riders! 🙌

2024 Arcola Girls Basketball Fundraiser!
Order your personalized Purple Rider Basketball Apparel through the link below. A portion of each item sold will go directly back to the High School Girls basketball team!
The deadline to order is November 17th! #GORIDERS
https://girlsahsbball.itemorder.com/

2024 Arcola Boys Basketball Fundraiser! Hit the link to see the Rider Basketball Apparel a portion of each item sold will go directly back to the teams! Deadline to order is November 21st!
https://arcolabbball24.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Rider Nation is sponsoring a Halloween Spirit Week next week at AHS!


Quarter 1 report cards will be handed out to students Tuesday afternoon.

Purple Riders will play for 3rd place in the LPC Tournament at ALAH!
Thursday 10/10 at 6pm vs. Sullivan
#PurpleRiders #PurplePride


Please use the form linked below if you wish to put an entry into the Homecoming Parade.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbcNyLvI52-8U0EutXROgCmvmn-u9ZyTvRpjQLW0cTV3IeBQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Reminder 7th-11th graders will have MAP testing Wednesday and Thursday!


Reminder the last day to submit payment for iPad insurance is September 3rd.
All payments should be turned in to Mrs. Hohlbauch. Don't miss the deadline!
Please reach out if you have any questions - jhohlbauch@arcolaschools.com
