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
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.
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.
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.
Drama Day Camp only has a few spots remaining!
Students in the Spotlight Drama Day Camp will be returning for the second season, and this year is inspired by all things Disney! Registration is now open for Tuscola students entering 2nd-5th grades for the 2026-2027 school year. This exciting opportunity will provide a week of creative fun ending with a performance on Stage 301. Visit the link below or scan the code for more information.
https://forms.gle/c49coUZ2gHDuWNgE9
Students in the Spotlight Drama Day Camp will be returning for the second season, and this year is inspired by all things Disney! Registration is now open for Tuscola students entering 2nd-5th grades for the 2026-2027 school year. This exciting opportunity will provide a week of creative fun ending with a performance on Stage 301. Visit the link below or scan the code for more information.
https://forms.gle/c49coUZ2gHDuWNgE9
Tuscola CUSD 301 is currently seeking a custodian. Please see https://www.cusd301.org/page/employment for further information.
Winners of the TCHS Art Show are in!
Best 2-D- Braden Smith for his spiderman scratchboard
Best 3-D- Bayleigh Taylor for her white coil pot with pink flowers
Best Painting- Claire Leonard for her lighthouse
Best of Show- Braden Smith for his Mona Lisa parody piece featuring Miku
Pictured L to R: Claire Leonard, Braden Smith, and Bayleigh Taylor
Best 2-D- Braden Smith for his spiderman scratchboard
Best 3-D- Bayleigh Taylor for her white coil pot with pink flowers
Best Painting- Claire Leonard for her lighthouse
Best of Show- Braden Smith for his Mona Lisa parody piece featuring Miku
Pictured L to R: Claire Leonard, Braden Smith, and Bayleigh Taylor
It's been a busy and successful Spring for the Tuscola Music Department! The following Tuscola East Prairie students participated in the IESA Solo and Ensemble Contest at Danville North Ridge Middle School on March 28th. Kaylee Goode, Harper Peters, Sofie Reifsteck, Emma Carter, Abbi Jane Moretti, Ellie Crawford, Claire Taylor, Elijah Mentock, Ian Morales, Garrison Chalfont, Alexandria Culpepper, and Tequila Miller.
They earned top ratings and two students earned Best of Day for their duet- Sofie Reifsteck and Harper Peters!
The Tuscola High School students participated in the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest at Mattoon High School on March 7th. They earned top ratings and two students had perfect scores- Emma Spillman and Mia Vitale!
Students pictured for vocal events:
Front row- Savannah Taylor, Mia Vitale, Emma Spillman, Tris Chalfont, Alexa Morales
Back row- Hannah Israel, Harley Baker, Lydia Koch, Lanie Yantis, Alaina Smith, Chase Nixon
Students pictured for instrumental events: Samantha Walker, Lilla Cook, Grace Walker, Anna-Marie Grant, Jaes Mentock, Bella Dueker, Bella Taylor, Caden Kerner, and Harley Baker.
The TCHS Honors Choir and Band also attended Organization Contest in April. Both groups did an amazing job! Honors Choir earned Best of Day out of 11 choirs! This is their second time earning this award in the past 3 years!
Congratulations to all!
They earned top ratings and two students earned Best of Day for their duet- Sofie Reifsteck and Harper Peters!
The Tuscola High School students participated in the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest at Mattoon High School on March 7th. They earned top ratings and two students had perfect scores- Emma Spillman and Mia Vitale!
Students pictured for vocal events:
Front row- Savannah Taylor, Mia Vitale, Emma Spillman, Tris Chalfont, Alexa Morales
Back row- Hannah Israel, Harley Baker, Lydia Koch, Lanie Yantis, Alaina Smith, Chase Nixon
Students pictured for instrumental events: Samantha Walker, Lilla Cook, Grace Walker, Anna-Marie Grant, Jaes Mentock, Bella Dueker, Bella Taylor, Caden Kerner, and Harley Baker.
The TCHS Honors Choir and Band also attended Organization Contest in April. Both groups did an amazing job! Honors Choir earned Best of Day out of 11 choirs! This is their second time earning this award in the past 3 years!
Congratulations to all!
Thank you to Tuscola Rotary and Joe's Pizza for hosting and celebrating our top 10 seniors at lunch today.
Those seniors are: Karsyn Lyons, Alaina Smith, Dane Manning, Reegan Willoughby, Seth Stahler, Claire Leonard, Braxton Moody, Lidia Manzella, and Kalen Shinn. Not pictured is Kate Foltz.
TCHS hosted our annual Fresh-Soph Track and Field Invitational last night. Official results can be found here: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/639360/results/all
1st place finishes:
Sawyer Beachy (100m, 4x200)
Will Pettry (1600m, 4x800)
Mitchell Atwater (4x200, 4x800)
Ky Gardner (4x200, 4x800)
Hunter Smith (4x200, 4x800)
Brayden Weaver (Shot Put, Discus)
1st place finishes:
Sawyer Beachy (100m, 4x200)
Will Pettry (1600m, 4x800)
Mitchell Atwater (4x200, 4x800)
Ky Gardner (4x200, 4x800)
Hunter Smith (4x200, 4x800)
Brayden Weaver (Shot Put, Discus)
Congrats to Kalen Shinn who was named the Rotary Student of the Month for May!
Students in the Spotlight Drama Day Camp will be returning for the second season, and this year is inspired by all things Disney! Registration is now open for Tuscola students entering 2nd-5th grades for the 2026-2027 school year. This exciting opportunity will provide a week of creative fun ending with a performance on Stage 301. Visit the link below or scan the code for more information.
https://forms.gle/c49coUZ2gHDuWNgE9
https://forms.gle/c49coUZ2gHDuWNgE9
Congratulations to Mr. Sweeney who was named the 2026 Regional Office of Education #11 Recognition of Excellence Award Recipient for District #301.
ROE #11 Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Jon Julius, presented the award to Mr. Sweeney.
ROE #11 Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Jon Julius, presented the award to Mr. Sweeney.
