Monday, February 28, 2022

  

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Chicken & Rice Bowl

Cheeseburger

Mini Corndogs

Italian Salad with Ham

Sporting Events

No Sporting Events

Congratulations to Kennedie Cearlock for being named as THS's recipient of the Sons of the American Revolution Award. This is an outstanding citizenship award. Congratulations Kennedie!

Congratulations to the THS Journalism staff for the Southern Illinois School Press Association's recognition of both our yearbook and school newspaper. The Drift received the prestigious Golden Dozen Award, and the Zephyr received the coveted Blue Banner Award.

Baseball

There will be Baseball tryouts for all freshmen through seniors from 3:30-5:00 PM.  Dress prepared to be outside.

Dance Team Tryouts

There will be a Parent/Dancer meeting, Monday, April 4th 6-7pm in Room 141

Dance Camp for students who are trying out is April 5th-6th 4-5 PM at Center Point Dance Academy.

Tryouts are April 7th 3-5pm THS West Gym 

Any question, please contact Coach Odam at 217-827-5605

School to Work

If you are selecting STW for next year, you must fill out an application.  You may pick up an app from student services or Ms. Pennock in room 303.

STW Apps are due to Ms. Pennock (room 303) by Tuesday, March 1!

Prom

Any junior or senior who is interested in helping with this year's prom, please plan on attending a meeting on Thursday.  There are two meetings, one before school at 8 a.m. and one after school at 3:15 p.m.  Both will be held in Mrs. Tanners room, 221.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.  

Student Services

College and Military Rep Visits this week:

·  Tuesday 3/1 - SIU Carbondale 

·  Wednesday 3/2 - US Army 

STAFF

The staff can now place lunch orders through Nutrislice and avoid the lines.  

https://tcusd3.nutrislice.com/menus-eula     

Friday, February 25, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Meatball Sub

Pepperoni Pizza

Ham and Cheese Melt

BBQ Chicken Salad


Sporting Events

No Sporting Events


Baseball

On Monday, February 28th there will be- Baseball tryouts for all freshmen through seniors from 3:30-5:00 PM.  Dress prepared to be outside.

Dance Team Tryouts

There will be a Parent/Dancer meeting, Monday, April 4th 6-7pm in Room 141

Dance Camp for students who are trying out is April 5th-6th 4-5 PM at Center Point Dance Academy.

Tryouts are April 7th 3-5pm THS West Gym 

Any question, please contact Coach Odam at 217-827-5605

School to Work

If you are selecting STW for next year, you must fill out an application.  You may pick up an app from student services or Ms. Pennock in room 303.

Applications are due February 28.

Prom

Any junior or senior who is interested in helping with this year's prom, please plan on attending a meeting on Thursday.  There are two meetings, one before school at 8 a.m. and one after school at 3:15 p.m.  Both will be held in Mrs. Tanners room, 221.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.  

Musical

If you applied for Musical Crew, check your school email! If you were accepted into Crew, you should get an email and an invitation to the Remind group. An orientation meeting for all Musical Crew members will be held during advisory today.

Parking

Grace Baptist Church has requested to inform students that they will need use of their parking lot for the next few days.  Please do not park in their parking lot.

STAFF

The staff can now place lunch orders through Nutrislice and avoid the lines.  

https://tcusd3.nutrislice.com/menus-eula       


Thursday, February 24, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Omelet with Donut

BBQ Chicken

Cheeseburger

Chef Salad


Sporting Events

No sporting events

 

Dance Team Tryouts

There will be a Parent/Dancer meeting, Monday, April 4th 6-7pm in Room 141

Dance Camp for students who are trying out is April 5th-6th 4-5 PM at Center Point Dance Academy.

Tryouts are April 7th 3-5pm THS West Gym 

Any question, please contact Coach Odam at 217-827-5605

 

School to Work

If you are selecting STW for next year, you must fill out an application.  You may pick up an app from student services or Ms. Pennock in room 303.

Applications are due February 28.

 

Prom

Any junior or senior who is interested in helping with this year's prom, please plan on attending a meeting today.  There are two meetings, one before school at 8 a.m. and one after school at 3:15 p.m.  Both will be held in Mrs. Tanners room, 221.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.  

Musical

If you applied for Musical Crew, check your school email! If you were accepted into Crew, you should get an email and an invitation to the Remind group. An orientation meeting for all Musical Crew members will be held during advisory this Friday, Feb. 25

Parking

Grace Baptist Church has requested to inform students that they will need use of their parking lot for the next few days.  Please do not park in their parking lot.

STAFF

The staff can now place lunch orders through

Nutrislice and avoid the lines.  

https://tcusd3.nutrislice.com/menus-eula 


Wednesday, February 23, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Bacon Cheeseburger

Meat Lover’s Pizza

Chicken Tenders

Egg Salad


Sporting Events

02/23/2022 7:30 PM   Boys V - BASKETBALL vs. IHSA Regional        (A) - Glenwood HS


Dance Team Tryouts

There will be a Parent/Dancer meeting, Monday, April 4th 6-7pm in Room 141

Dance Camp for students who are trying out is April 5th-6th 4-5 PM at Center Point Dance Academy.

Tryouts are April 7th 3-5pm THS West Gym 

Any question, please contact Coach Odam at 217-827-5605

School to Work

If you are selecting STW for next year, you must fill out an application.  You may pick up an app from student services or Ms. Pennock in room 303.

Applications are due February 28.

Prom

Any junior or senior who is interested in helping with this year's prom, please plan on attending a meeting on Thursday.  There are two meetings, one before school at 8 a.m. and one after school at 3:15 p.m.  Both will be held in Mrs. Tanners room, 221.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.  

Student Services

·  REP Visits this week   

          Wednesday - US Army

Please sign up in Student Services if you'd like to talk to a representative.

STAFF

The staff can now place lunch orders through Nutrislice and avoid the lines.  

https://tcusd3.nutrislice.com/menus-eula


Wednesday, February 16, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Cheese Bosco Stick w/Marinara Sauce

Meat Lover’s Pizza

Popcorn Chicken

Buffalo Chicken Salad


Sporting Events

02/16/2022 6:00 PM   Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Taylorville JV Tournament   (H) - THS West Gym

02/16/2022 6:00 PM   Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Taylorville JV Tournament   (H) - North School Annex

Congratulations to the THS Journalism staff. 

The Illinois Journalism Education Association just released the results of their most recent yearbook competition, and among Division 3 schools, Taylorville High School's 2021 Drift took first place in Overall General Excellence, Copy Writing, Divider Pages, and Layout and Design, as well as second place in Sports Coverage, Best Use of Photography, Graphics, and Coverage of the Year. Current staff members who worked on the 2021 Drift include juniors Addison Vocks, Emma Murphy, and Alex Price, as well as sophomores Milana Henson and Sophie Ward. 

STW:  

STW applications for next year are now available!  This is for all incoming Juniors and Seniors.  Please see your counselor or Ms. Pennock in room 303.  All applications are due by February 28.

Journalism Applications

Anyone interested in joining next year's journalism staff can pick an application from Mr. Steele in Room 144 before or after school. Completed applications must be returned to Mr. Steele no later than Friday, Feb. 25.

Tommy TV Application

Any student interested in joining the Tommy TV Production Class needs to complete an application and submit to Mr. Hohensteim.  Applications are available in Student Services with your counselor or in the Main Office.

Prom

Any junior or senior who is interested in helping with this year's prom, please plan on attending a meeting on Thursday.  There are two meetings, one before school at 8 a.m. and one after school at 3:15 p.m.  Both will be held in Mrs. Tanner’s room, 221.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.  

Student Council

Student Council is hosting a volleyball tournament on Feb. 23rd @ 6 p.m. in the west gym. Sign ups are in the main office and due this Friday, February 18th. . A $5 fee is due on the night of the event.

Contact Lena Stephens for any questions

Student Services

Students:  you must have your parent's signature on your pick sheet.  You will turn them in on the day you input your requests into Skyward.  That is Wednesday, February 23 for sophomores and juniors and Thursday, February 24 for freshmen.

THS will be having a Scholarship Awareness Day on Tuesday, February 22th in the cafeteria during lunch hours. There will be representatives from various local businesses and organizations that will have local scholarship applications on hand. Please stop by to talk to the representatives to see what opportunities are available and to pick up applications.

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Sloppy Joe

Macaroni & Cheese

BBQ Pork Sandwich

Caesar Salad


Sporting Events

02/15/2022 6:00 PM   Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Auburn HS (H) - THS West Gym

02/15/2022 7:30 PM   Boys V - BASKETBALL vs. Auburn HS  (H) - THS West Gym

 

Congratulations to Kennedie Cearlock on being chosen as the graduation speaker for the class of 2022.  

FCA

Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting tomorrow February 16th in room 134 at 7:45 am... there will be donuts!

STW:  

STW applications for next year are now available!  This is for all incoming Juniors and Seniors.  Please see your counselor or Ms. Pennock in room 303.  All applications are due by February 28.

Journalism Applications

Anyone interested in joining next year's journalism staff can pick an application from Mr. Steele in Room 144 before or after school. Completed applications must be returned to Mr. Steele no later than Friday, Feb. 25.

Tommy TV Application

Any student interested in joining the Tommy TV Production Class needs to complete an application and submit to Mr. Hohensteim.  Applications are available in Student Services with your counselor or in the Main Office.

Prom

Any junior or senior who is interested in helping with this year's prom, please plan on attending a meeting on Thursday.  There are two meetings, one before school at 8 a.m. and one after school at 3:15 p.m.  Both will be held in Mrs. Tanner’s room, 221.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.  

Student Council

 Student Council is hosting a volleyball tournament February 23rd at 6 p.m. in the West Gym.  Sign ups are in the Main Office and the deadline to register is Friday, February 18th.  $5 fee is due on tournament date.  Contract  Lena Stephens for further information.

Student Services

THS will be having a Scholarship Awareness Day on Tuesday, February 22th in the cafeteria during lunch hours. There will be representatives from various local businesses and organizations that will have local scholarship applications on hand. Please stop by to talk to the representatives to see what opportunities are available and to pick up applications.

Monday, February 14, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Tater Tot Nachos

Cheeseburger

Cheese Dog

Egg Chef Salad


Sporting Events

02/14/2022 5:30 PM   Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Jacksonville HS        (H) - THS West Gym

02/14/2022 7:00 PM   Boys V - BASKETBALL vs. Jacksonville HS (H) - THS West Gym

02/14/2022 7:30 PM   Girls V - BASKETBALL vs. East St. Louis HS        (A) - Civic Memorial HS

 

Musical

It's crew time! The THS Spring Musical production of Disney's The Little Mermaid has begun, and it's time to assemble the crew that runs the show! We need students interested in moving sets,  props, lights, sound, projection, costumes, make-up, hair and more. If you can help make this show come alive, pick up a crew application in the main office. If you have any questions, see Mr. Chase.

STW:  

STW applications for next year are now available!  This is for all incoming Juniors and Seniors.  Please see your counselor or Ms. Pennock in room 303.  All applications are due by February 28.

Journalism Applications

Anyone interested in joining next year's journalism staff can pick an application from Mr. Steele in Room 144 before or after school. Completed applications must be returned to Mr. Steele no later than Friday, Feb. 25.

Tommy TV Application

Any student interested in joining the Tommy TV Production Class needs to complete an application and submit to Mr. Hohensteim.  Applications are available in Student Services with your counselor or in the Main Office.

Prom

Any junior or senior who is interested in helping with this year's prom, please plan on attending a meeting on Thursday.  There are two meetings, one before school at 8 a.m. and one after school at 3:15 p.m.  Both will be held in Mrs. Tanner’s room, 221.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.  

Student Services

THS will be having a Scholarship Awareness Day on Tuesday, February 22th in the cafeteria during lunch hours. There will be representatives from various local businesses and organizations that will have local scholarship applications on hand. Please stop by to talk to the representatives to see what opportunities are available and to pick up applications.

Thursday, February 10, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

French toast with Sausage Patty

BBQ Chicken

Cheeseburger

Chicken and Cheese Salad

 

Sporting Events

02/10/2022 TBA      Boys F - BASKETBALL vs. Hillsboro Freshmen Tourn      (A) - Hillsboro HS

 

The following students were selected as CACC Students of the Month for January: 

Hannah Clayton - Nursing Assistant

Careyana Cunningham - Nursing Assistant

Nic Welch -  Welding II

Kaden Parini -  Welding 

 

The Tommy Awards nomination forms are out now! The Tommy Awards is a way to recognize students, teachers, and community members within our district that go above and beyond. We need YOUR vote! Find the forms on the Tommy TV Facebook page. Nomination forms close February 28th.

Musical

It's crew time! The THS Spring Musical production of Disney's The Little Mermaid has begun, and it's time to assemble the crew that runs the show! We need students interested in moving sets,  props, lights, sound, projection, costumes, make-up, hair and more. If you can help make this show come alive, pick up a crew application in the main office. If you have any questions, see Mr. Chase.

Boys Track

All Boy’s Track Team members need to sign up on 8 to 18 and buy their clothes on the store by Friday, February 11

STW:  

STW applications for next year are now available!  This is for all incoming Juniors and Seniors.  Please see your counselor or Ms. Pennock in room 303.  All applications are due by February 28.

Journalism Applications

Anyone interested in joining next year's journalism staff can pick an application from Mr. Steele in Room 144 before or after school. Completed applications must be returned to Mr. Steele no later than Friday, Feb. 25.

Tommy TV Application

Any student interested in joining the Tommy TV Production Class needs to complete an application and submit to Mr. Hohensteim.  Applications are available in Student Services with your counselor or in the Main Office.

Attention Juniors and Seniors. 

If you would like to be part of this year's prom committee, please plan on attending a meeting today at 3:20 p.m. in Mrs. Tanner's room, 221.  If you have any questions before the meeting, please see either Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.

Student Services

The Caterpillar Internship meeting has been rescheduled to this Friday at 9:00am in the cafeteria.  If you would like to attend the meeting, please make sure to let Mrs. Glenn know, if you have not already done so.

Wednesday, February 9, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Pepperoni Pizza Burger

Meat Lover’s Pizza

Popcorn Chicken

Ham & Cheese Salad


Sporting Events

02/9/2022 TBA    Girls V - BOWLING vs. Highland Queen Tournament (A) - Popular Junction Lanes

02/9/2022 6:00 PM  Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Taylorville JV Tournament  (H) - THS West Gym

02/9/2022 6:00 PM  Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Taylorville JV Tournament  (H) - North School Annex

02/9/2022 6:00 PM  Boys F - BASKETBALL vs. Hillsboro Freshmen Tourn (A) - Hillsboro JH

 

The Tommy Awards nomination forms are out now! The Tommy Awards is a way to recognize students, teachers, and community members within our district that go above and beyond. We need YOUR vote! Find the forms on the Tommy TV Facebook page. Nomination forms close February 28th.

Musical

It's crew time! The THS Spring Musical production of Disney's The Little Mermaid has begun, and it's time to assemble the crew that runs the show! We need students interested in moving sets,  props, lights, sound, projection, costumes, make-up, hair and more. If you can help make this show come alive, pick up a crew application in the main office. If you have any questions, see Mr. Chase.

Boys Track

All Boy’s Track Team members need to sign up on 8 to 18 and buy their clothes on the store by Friday, February 11

STW:  

STW applications for next year are now available!  This is for all incoming Juniors and Seniors.  Please see your counselor or Ms. Pennock in room 303.  All applications are due by February 28.

Journalism Applications

Anyone interested in joining next year's journalism staff can pick an application from Mr. Steele in Room 144 before or after school. Completed applications must be returned to Mr. Steele no later than Friday, Feb. 25.

Attention Juniors and Seniors. 

If you would like to be part of this year's prom committee, please plan on attending a meeting this Thursday February 10 either at 8 a.m. or 3:20 p.m. in Mrs. Tanner's room, 221.  If you have any questions before the meeting, please see either Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.

Student Services

The Caterpillar Internship meeting has been rescheduled to this Friday at 9:00am in the cafeteria.  If you would like to attend the meeting, please make sure to let Mrs. Glenn know, if you have not already done so.

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Spaghetti

Macaroni and Cheese

Corn Dog

All American Salad


Sporting Events

02/8/2022 6:00 PM  Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Mattoon HS   (A) - Mattoon HS

02/8/2022 7:30 PM  Boys V - BASKETBALL vs. Mattoon HS (A) - Mattoon HS

CONGRATULATIONS to HUNTER GERLICK for breaking the THS ALL-TIME BENCH PRESS RECORD FOR the <150lbs. Weight Class yesterday.  Hunter broke the previous record set by Blake Peters in 2014 with a 235lbs. lift!  GREAT JOB HUNTER!

The Tommy Awards nomination forms are out now! The Tommy Awards is a way to recognize students, teachers, and community members within our district that go above and beyond. We need YOUR vote! Find the forms on the Tommy TV Facebook page. Nomination forms close February 28th.

Musical

It's crew time! The THS Spring Musical production of Disney's The Little Mermaid has begun, and it's time to assemble the crew that runs the show! We need students interested in moving sets,  props, lights, sound, projection, costumes, make-up, hair and more. If you can help make this show come alive, pick up a crew application in the main office. If you have any questions, see Mr. Chase.

Boys Track

All Boy’s Track Team members need to sign up on 8 to 18 and buy their clothes on the store by Friday, February 11

 

STW:  

STW applications for next year are now available!  This is for all incoming Juniors and Seniors.  Please see your counselor or Ms. Pennock in room 303.  All applications are due by February 28.

Journalism Applications

Anyone interested in joining next year's journalism staff can pick an application from Mr. Steele in Room 144 before or after school. Completed applications must be returned to Mr. Steele no later than Friday, Feb. 25.

Attention Juniors and Seniors. 

If you would like to be part of this year's prom committee, please plan on attending a meeting this Thursday February 10 either at 8 a.m. or 3:20 p.m. in Mrs. Tanner's room, 221.  If you have any questions before the meeting, please see either Mrs. Tanner or Miss Potter.

Student Services

The Caterpillar Internship meeting has been rescheduled to this Friday at 9:00am in the cafeteria.  If you would like to attend the meeting, please make sure to let Mrs. Glenn know, if you have not already done so.

Monday, February 7, 2022

 TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Popcorn Chicken Bowl

Cheeseburger

Fish Sandwich

Taco Salad


Sporting Events

02/7/2022 9:00 AM  Girls V - BOWLING vs. IHSA Regional  (A) - Pheasant Lanes - Bloomington

02/7/2022 6:00 PM  Girls JV - BASKETBALL vs. Mahomet-Seymour HS  (A) - Mahomet-Seymour HS

02/7/2022 6:00 PM  Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Lincoln HS  (A) - Lincoln HS

02/7/2022 7:30 PM  Girls V - BASKETBALL vs. Mahomet-Seymour HS  (A) - Mahomet-Seymour HS

02/7/2022 7:30 PM  Boys V - BASKETBALL vs. Lincoln HS  (A) - Lincoln HS

Congratulation to William Blue and Gage Rusher on winning their weight class in the  IHSA 1A Regional Championship

STW:  

STW applications for next year are now available!  This is for all incoming Juniors and Seniors.  Please see your counselor or Ms. Pennock in room 303.  All applications are due by February 28.

Student Services

Please remember to turn in Miles of Smiles consent forms to Mrs Owens by today.


Tuesday, February 1, 2022

TODAY’S LUNCH MENU

Mac & Cheese

Chicken Tenders

Mac & Cheese Pizza

BBQ Rib Sandwich

Cobb Salad


Sporting Events

02/1/2022 5:00 PM Girls F - BASKETBALL vs. Mattoon HS (H) - THS West Gym

02/1/2022 6:00 PM Girls JV - BASKETBALL vs. Mattoon HS   (H) - THS West Gym

02/1/2022 6:00 PM Boys JV - BASKETBALL vs. Mt. Zion HS  (A) - Mt. Zion HS

02/1/2022 7:30 PM Boys V - BASKETBALL vs. Mt. Zion HS (A) - Mt. Zion HS

02/1/2022 7:30 PM Girls V - BASKETBALL vs. Mattoon HS (H) - THS West Gym


Student Services

Please remember to turn in Miles of Smiles consent forms to Mrs Owens by Friday, February 4th.

Honor Roll

The Second Quarter and First Semester honor rolls are posted in the front window of the Main Office. If you are eligible to be on the honor roll, please check to see if your name has been included.  If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Brown in the main office by Wednesday, February 2nd.

The following representatives will be here today:

A representative will be here this morning from the US Air Force. Please sign up in the Student Services Office if you are interested in speaking to him.

A US Army representative will be in the cafeteria Wednesday during lunch.

Attention Juniors: Friday, February 4, from 9-9:30 there will be a representative here to discuss the Caterpillar Internship program.  All juniors have an email regarding the program.  If you would like to attend the informational meeting, please let Mrs. Glenn know by the end of the day Thursday.