Thank you to CHI for sponsoring and donating all proceeds to fund the Teen Mental Health First Aid Program.
The end of the 25-26 school year is upon us. Seniors have left the building. Those staff members retiring have a continuous smile on their face. Students are ready to enjoy their summer vacation. Did I mention how big the retiring staff members smiles are? The reason for sending this letter is to let you know that dismissal on May 21, will be at 1:30. Tuscola CUSD 301 wishes everyone a great summer and we look forward to the 2026-27 school year.
Mrs. Wyant's 5th grade Math class completed a STEM activity where they inflated a balloon by mixing vinegar and baking soda.
Today was Owen’s and Taylor’s last day working at Kirby Foods. Mrs. Rominger’s class is extremely grateful for the work experience opportunities they have provided to our students!
Congratulations to Ava Whitson, who was named Key Club Member of the Month for March with 12.5 hours of service for the Tuscola community! Awesome job, Ava!
Baseball is victorious over Salt Fork last night! The Warriors (15-12) return to action on Friday at Arcola.
STATE QUALIFIERS!!!!
Congrats to these 3 for their performances yesterday at the IHSA Class 1A Sectional Track and Field Meet in Shelbyville. They'll compete in the Girls State Meet with prelims on Thursday, the 21st and finals on Saturday, the 23rd.
Ava Kleiss (FR): Long Jump (5.06m/16'7.25")
Kali Gilpin (SR): High Jump (1.57m/5'1.75")
Kate Foltz (SR): 1600m ( 5:20.24) and 3200m (11:13.38)
Full sectional results can be found here: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/649306/results/all
Congrats to these 3 for their performances yesterday at the IHSA Class 1A Sectional Track and Field Meet in Shelbyville. They'll compete in the Girls State Meet with prelims on Thursday, the 21st and finals on Saturday, the 23rd.
Ava Kleiss (FR): Long Jump (5.06m/16'7.25")
Kali Gilpin (SR): High Jump (1.57m/5'1.75")
Kate Foltz (SR): 1600m ( 5:20.24) and 3200m (11:13.38)
Full sectional results can be found here: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/649306/results/all
The final round of hornets were given out after Monday's meet at Mt. Zion. Pictured are the Hornet recipients and several decorated lockers with hornets on them.
North Ward is hiring two 4th grade teachers and paraprofessionals for the 26-27 school year. Please visit the employment tab on the website and contact Mrs. Lauwers.
Softball gets a nice victory last night on the road at St. Teresa! Baseball loses to Fisher at home. Baseball plays tonight at Salt Fork, and Softball heads to Cumberland on Thursday.
Sports recap from 5/11.
Baseball falls in a CIC game to Warrensburg-Latham. Bishop McNamara gets the best of the Warriors in Softball.
Boys Track and Field competed in the "Last Chance Meet" at Unity. Results can be located here: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/657089/results/all
Girls Track and Field heads to Shelbyville tomorrow for the IHSA Sectional.
Baseball falls in a CIC game to Warrensburg-Latham. Bishop McNamara gets the best of the Warriors in Softball.
Boys Track and Field competed in the "Last Chance Meet" at Unity. Results can be located here: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/657089/results/all
Girls Track and Field heads to Shelbyville tomorrow for the IHSA Sectional.
We would like to thank the following businesses for helping make Teacher Appreciation Week at East Prairie a success: Dessert First, Tuscola Breakfast Place, Shimmer and Sheek Boutique, The 605 Home Bakery, Joe's Pizza, Hometown Grounds Coffee and Events, and Edward Jones. East Prairie is always appreciative of their continued support!
Warrior Softball took their southern trip this past weekend for 3 games. The Warriors defeated Hamilton County and fell to Red Bud and Crab Orchard.
TCHS would like to thank all of our local businesses, organizations, and families who continue to support our seniors each year through scholarships. At today's Honors Day Ceremony, we distributed an all-time high of $255,000 in local scholarship money!
The community of Tuscola never ceases to amaze us!
Recap from last night's Boys Track and Field CIC meet:
For the 3rd year in a row, Tuscola is the CIC Champion!
Trey Waldrop won the shout put with Brayden Weaver placing 2nd. Weaver was also 2nd in discus with Waldrop finishing 3rd.
Kam Flenner broke his 200 record again while setting the meet record with a time of 21.40. Bradlee Washington placed 3rd. Flenner also won the 100 with new meet record of 10.68. Washington finished 2nd.
The 4x100 of Washington, Flenner, Calvin Cook, and Sawyer Beachy finished in 1st place as did the 4x200 of Kale Wilcox, Lawson Kurtz, Flenner, and Washington. The 4x400 of James Jonas, Cook, Kurtz, and Beachy also were champs. Cook was 2nd in the 400 while Beachy took 3rd.
In the 4x800, Hunter Smith, Michael Picazo, Ky Gardner, and Jonas finished 2nd.
Blake McLeese (2nd) and Will Pettry (3rd) had very strong showings in the 3200. McLeese was also 2nd in the 1600. Riley McCall was 2nd in both the 110 and 300 hurdles.
For the 3rd year in a row, Tuscola is the CIC Champion!
Trey Waldrop won the shout put with Brayden Weaver placing 2nd. Weaver was also 2nd in discus with Waldrop finishing 3rd.
Kam Flenner broke his 200 record again while setting the meet record with a time of 21.40. Bradlee Washington placed 3rd. Flenner also won the 100 with new meet record of 10.68. Washington finished 2nd.
The 4x100 of Washington, Flenner, Calvin Cook, and Sawyer Beachy finished in 1st place as did the 4x200 of Kale Wilcox, Lawson Kurtz, Flenner, and Washington. The 4x400 of James Jonas, Cook, Kurtz, and Beachy also were champs. Cook was 2nd in the 400 while Beachy took 3rd.
In the 4x800, Hunter Smith, Michael Picazo, Ky Gardner, and Jonas finished 2nd.
Blake McLeese (2nd) and Will Pettry (3rd) had very strong showings in the 3200. McLeese was also 2nd in the 1600. Riley McCall was 2nd in both the 110 and 300 hurdles.
Recap of last night's Girls Track and Field Central Illinois Conference Meet provided by Coach Sterkel. Photo credit to Mrs. Hornaday.
The Tuscola Girls Track and Field team turned in a strong performance at the CIC Conference Meet, highlighted by several All-Conference finishes and a number of personal bests.
Leading the way were our All-Conference athletes. Kate Foltz earned All-Conference honors in the 3200 meters with another tough and competitive effort. Ava Kleiss had an outstanding day, earning All-Conference in the long jump with a personal-best mark of 5.10 meters. Kali Gilpin added another All-Conference performance in the high jump while also tying the Tuscola school record with a clearance of 5’4”, matching a mark that now stands among the best in program history.
Ava’s meet was especially impressive from start to finish. In addition to her All-Conference long jump, she placed 3rd in the 100 meters with a personal record, finished 2nd in the 200 meters with another personal best, and added a 3rd-place finish in the triple jump. Her versatility and willingness to compete at a high level in multiple events continue to be a huge asset for our team.
Montserrat Xolo also put together a strong performance at the conference meet. Her effort, competitiveness, and willingness to step up in a big-meet environment helped add valuable points and energy for the Lady Warriors.
Kate Foltz also placed 3rd in the 1600 meter run as well as the 4x800 meter relay of Emma Spillman, Bella Dueker, Sami Walker and Amelia Manus.
We also want to recognize the leadership shown by Tessa Neuner and Reese Davis throughout the meet. Their example, composure, and support of teammates continue to play a major role in the growth and culture of our program.
Overall, the CIC meet was another strong step forward for the Lady Warriors, with personal bests, All-Conference honors, and record-tying performances showing the progress this group continues to make late in the season.
The Tuscola Girls Track and Field team turned in a strong performance at the CIC Conference Meet, highlighted by several All-Conference finishes and a number of personal bests.
Leading the way were our All-Conference athletes. Kate Foltz earned All-Conference honors in the 3200 meters with another tough and competitive effort. Ava Kleiss had an outstanding day, earning All-Conference in the long jump with a personal-best mark of 5.10 meters. Kali Gilpin added another All-Conference performance in the high jump while also tying the Tuscola school record with a clearance of 5’4”, matching a mark that now stands among the best in program history.
Ava’s meet was especially impressive from start to finish. In addition to her All-Conference long jump, she placed 3rd in the 100 meters with a personal record, finished 2nd in the 200 meters with another personal best, and added a 3rd-place finish in the triple jump. Her versatility and willingness to compete at a high level in multiple events continue to be a huge asset for our team.
Montserrat Xolo also put together a strong performance at the conference meet. Her effort, competitiveness, and willingness to step up in a big-meet environment helped add valuable points and energy for the Lady Warriors.
Kate Foltz also placed 3rd in the 1600 meter run as well as the 4x800 meter relay of Emma Spillman, Bella Dueker, Sami Walker and Amelia Manus.
We also want to recognize the leadership shown by Tessa Neuner and Reese Davis throughout the meet. Their example, composure, and support of teammates continue to play a major role in the growth and culture of our program.
Overall, the CIC meet was another strong step forward for the Lady Warriors, with personal bests, All-Conference honors, and record-tying performances showing the progress this group continues to make late in the season.
Baseball is victorious last night over Central A&M in a Central Illinois Conference matchup. The Warriors return to action tomorrow at Sullivan.
The Raiders defeated Tuscola in Softball last night. The girls are currently on the way to Southern Illinois to play Crab Orchard, Red Bud, and Hamilton County over the next 2 days.
The Raiders defeated Tuscola in Softball last night. The girls are currently on the way to Southern Illinois to play Crab Orchard, Red Bud, and Hamilton County over the next 2 days.
Congratulations to the students who were Caught Being a Hornet in the month of April!
The last day of school for our seniors. Pictures of our annual graduation walk and photo with kindergarten.
Somewhere, a senior mom is crying on Facebook.
As we conclude Teacher Appreciate Week, please join us in saying thank you to all of our great teachers at the Tuscola School District.
