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Charleston Middle School Cheerleaders got first place again today in the Jr High game day division at the Mt Vernon Invitational! ❤️💛
We currently have 5 new job openings for student support service positions in our district. We're seeking 2 School Social Workers, 2 Speech Pathologists, and 1 School Psychologist. Competitive starting salary & benefits! Apply now @ https://www.applitrack.com/charleston/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?category=Student+Support+Services
Tomorrow (Thursday) is Rudolph Red for our Elementary School Holiday Spirit Week. Students and staff are encouraged to wear red. #cusd1 #twaincusd1 #sandburgcusd1 #ashmorecusd1
Tomorrow (Wednesday) is Holiday Hair, Don't Care for our Elementary School Holiday Spirit Week. Students and staff are encouraged to wear festive hat or hair accessory. #cusd1 #twaincusd1 #sandburgcusd1 #ashmorecusd1
Tomorrow (Tuesday) is Smooth as Velvet, Mad for Plaid for our Elementary School Holiday Spirit Week. Students and staff are encouraged to wear velvet or plaid. #cusd1 #twaincusd1 #sandburgcusd1 #ashmorecusd1
Tomorrow (Monday) is 100% that grinch for our Elementary School Holiday Spirit Week. Students and staff are encouraged to dress like their favorite holiday character or wear green. #cusd1 #twaincusd1 #sandburgcusd1 #ashmorecusd1
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Central Office Staff had the pleasure of being caroled by CMS Harmonix yesterday. What a talented young group of students! 👏🎼🎄
Next week, our elementary school spirit week will start for Mark Twain, Carl Sandburg, and Ashmore schools and will run from 12/11-12/19). #cusd1 #twaincusd1 #sandburgcusd1 #ashmorecusd1
The Charleston Elks Lodge No. 623 donated 26 new winter coats and 120 new child size knit gloves for kids in our district. If your child(ren) need any of these items, stop by 410 W. Polk or call 217-639-1006. Thank you, Elks! What a wonderful community in which to serve!
A local resident who wants to remain anonymous recently made and donated 76 gift baskets for our community members. School district staff are distributing them to students' families this week. What a wonderful community in which to serve!
Charleston choirs entertained at Christmas in the Heart of Charleston on Dec 2nd. CHS's Maximum Forte performed for the tree lighting followed by holiday songs at the Moose Lodge by CMS's Harmonix, Maximum Forte, and Jefferson's 6th grade choir. Happy Holidays to all! #CUSD1
Looking forward to seeing all our families at Mark Twain in the morning!
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We asked you all for donations of socks and wrapping paper for One Stop Community Christmas this year and you definitely delivered, Charleston!! 👏 Go ahead and give yourselves a pat on the back because today we were able to donate approximately 6,000 pairs of socks and 200 rolls of wrapping paper to families in need this holiday season. We genuinely appreciate the level of generosity from our community. ♥️
The EIU College of Education is hosting a Teacher Appreciation event at the EIU men's basketball game this Saturday, December 2nd, @ 2:00pm. All educators and children will get in FREE!! Refreshments, snacks, and activities will all be provided!
Want to support Charleston cheerleaders by eating delicious food for dinner tonight? Well, it's your lucky day! Dine in or carry out any food from Ike's tonight from 6:00pm-8:00pm and a percentage of the proceeds will go to CHS cheer! 📣 It's a WIN-WIN! 😋
Tomorrow is a 2-hour early dismissal day! Then no school the rest of the week for Thanksgiving break. Enjoy the extended weekend and be sure to take time to reflect on all that you are thankful for! 🦃
Next week EIU is hosting the 2023 OVC Volleyball Championship games. The Panthers are ranked #1 this year so let's show them some support and help pack the stands for their game(s)! Follow the link for more details: https://5il.co/2996w
Attention 6th, 7th, & 8th grade girls: CMS volleyball open gyms/tryouts begin the week after Thanksgiving! 🏐
Happy Education Support Professionals Day! Thank you ESP's for keeping our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn. You are the true unsung heroes of our schools, and you play a significant role in the success of our students. We couldn't do it without each & every one of you!