The HS students got a visit from the National Guard today. Thank you to Sargent First Class Fehrenbacher for taking the time to educate our students and talk about the opportunities the National Guard offers.
Just in case you missed it ...check out this short clip on Diego Perez. What an inspiration!
"What happens to you doesn't define you," Perez said "It's how you react and I feel like I reacted to my situation in a really good way and winning this Friday would mean absolutely everything."
#riderpride
#football
#purpleriders
#inspiration
#motivation
https://www.wcia.com/sports/high-school-sports/arcola-s-perez-playing-for-his-brother/1495923166?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WCIA_3_Sports
Catch Diego Perez and his motivational story on Channel 3 at 6pm!
We have some talented students in Mr. Lugo's Art Class.
7th-grade karaoke session in Mrs. Jones' History class - Where'd it go? Roanoke, the Lost Colony!
https://youtu.be/O8I4JUCq_D4
Juniors had the opportunity to attend the Lake Land Career Day this morning. They selected individual career sessions and participated in the College fair.
Students, if you were absent, recently moved to the district or didn't like your photo, picture retakes are October 24th. Dress to Impress ;)
Seniors: The County Clerk's office is seeking student workers for the Primary Election held on Tuesday, November 6th. Students who participate in the program will be required to attend a training session that will be held on Friday, October 26th at 12:00-3:00 p.m. at the Tuscola Outlet Mall.
-Students must be available to serve ALL day on November 6th 5:00 a.m - 8:30 p.m.
-Please refer to the email sent by Mrs. Johns for qualifications and the application.
If you have any questions, please stop by the office.
Body Electric and Sarah Bush Lincoln are sponsoring CYBERGUIDE FOR PARENTS WITH DETECTIVE RICHARD WISTOCKI on Wednesday, November 7th from 6 to 8 pm in the Charleston High School Auditorium. This FREE event will include topics such as cyber-bullying, online gaming dangers, social media dangers, phone applications, and file & video sharing. The presenter, Richard Wistocki, is a Cyber Crimes Detective with 30+ years of experience.
High School: The US Army will be visiting during lunchtime Tuesday (10/2) inside the high school entrance, and the US Marines will be here during lunchtime Wednesday (10/3) in the same spot.
College-Bound Seniors: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on Monday October 1! Make your FSA ID ahead of time at fsaid.ed.gov. See the counseling office with questions.
Arcola School District is seeking candidates for the position of Evening Custodian Supervisor. This person will work from 2:30 – 11:00 pm Monday through Friday. Salary will be based on experience and qualifications but salary is expected to be around $15 an hour. Position also offers health insurance benefits; paid vacation, holidays and sick time; and IMRF Retirement program, which includes a company match. If interested, please contact Ken Vogt by e-mail kvogt@arcolaschools.com or by phone 217-268-4963.
More Gold Star Mission snack break pictures from this afternoon.
More Gold Star Mission snack break pictures from this afternoon.
Rider Nation was honored to assist the Gold Star Misson on their break in Moore park this afternoon.
Rider Nation was honored to assist the Gold Star Misson on their break in Moore park this afternoon.
Rider Nation was honored to assist the Gold Star Misson on their break in Moore park this afternoon.
Thank you to Gold Star Mission for allowing our students to be a part of this stop.
Watch the video of our students cheering on the cyclist below!
https://www.facebook.com/Goldstar500/videos/318743808930031/
Gold Star Mission 500 Cyclist made it to Arcola High School! They're honoring and supporting Gold Star Families by preserving the memory of our Fallen Heroes through service to those in need. Thank you to our very own Larry Johns for riding in this long 4 day, 513 mile journey!
Juniors will be taking the PSAT-NMSQT on Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Students will need to report directly to their testing rooms for attendance. They will also need to bring a #2 pencil, a calculator, and a small snack (optional).