Good afternoon. Govenor JB Pritzer has mandated that all school districts in Illinois close from March 17 - March 27. Triopia Schools WILL be in session on Monday, March 16 - all JH/HS students will go to all A day and B day classes on Monday. School will resume on Monday, March 30. More details and information will be shared early next week.
Celebrating Pi Day tomorrow!
Ms. Gehrke's math group designed Pi Day skylines and got to eat their favorite pies!!
Sixth grade students had a Vietnamese feast today after reading Inside Out and Back Again. Students researched recipes themselves! #triopia
There will be a post prom meeting on Sunday, March 15 @ 12:30 pm in the cafeteria.
Congratulations to the following students for being selected as the 29th annual Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting School-Grade Level Winners:
Kindergarten - Evan Hartsock
1st grade - Kora Kinstle
2nd grade - Clara Miller
3rd grade - Macie Clayton
4th grade - Addalynn McCormick
5th grade - Autumn Brockhouse
6th grade - Anna Isringhausen
Those seven students will be entered into the National Handwriting Contest as well.
Today the staff took part in "Community Service Day". Some staff members took to the streets of Chapin to pick up trash. Some staff worked at P.A.W.S and helped with the animals. Others made "no-sew" blankets for hospital patients. Thanks to all for the opportunity! #triopia
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
PRIDE - Students of the Week for March 9: Brylan Ingram, 2nd grade son of Scott and Mariah Ingram of rural Jacksonville and Bentley Painter, 4th grade son of Bubba Painter of Jacksonville and Brandy Lomelino of Chapin. Congratulations Brylan and Bentley!
Congratulations to Sara Evans as she has been selected as the February Upperclassman Student of the Month. Sara is a Senior who is involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, and serves as her class President. Sara was nominated by Ms. Lynn. She wrote, “Sara has demonstrated such hard work this year in College Algebra and I want her to know that it is recognized and celebrated!” Please take a few minutes to get to know more about Sara by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/ZSopB2-EgdA
Congratulations to Caden Moore as he has been selected as the February Underclassman Student of the Month. Caden is a Sophomore who is involved in football, basketball, and baseball. Caden was nominated by Mrs. Kelli Embley and she had the following to say about Caden, “Caden has wonderful character; he is respectful and kind to his teachers, peers, teammates, and even opponents in sports. Caden works hard in classes and has true leadership potential as an underclassman at Triopia.” Please take a few minutes to get to know Caden by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/s3eeEI-0VSA
Early Dismissal for School Improvement Day - tomorrow, Wednesday, March 11.
Congratulations to Noah Tapley as he has been selected as the February Junior High Student of the Month. Noah is an 8th grader who is involved in band. Noah was nominated by Mrs. Price. She wrote, “Noah is quiet, but very kind and polite. He participates in class and seems to have adjusted more to a new school. He is active in band and goes down there most days in advisory to help Mrs. Burchard. He says the 5th graders need help, and I think Noah would make a good role model for them.” Please take a few minutes to get to know more about Noah by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/v0mPFA94hSw
The Winter Sports Banquet will be held on Wednesday, March 18 at 6:00 PM in the HS gym. The following athletes will be honored: HS Girls Basketball, HS Boys Basketball, Poms and Cheerleading.
The menu for the banquet will be a Taco Bar - please RSVP to the Triopia HS office (217-457-2281 x1021) by Friday, March 12 if you plan to attend. The cost is $5/per person, the athletes meal will be covered.
Don't forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before you go to bed this evening...
Spring Pictures will be taken on Thursday, March 12 - all students PK-6th will have their picture taken. Order forms have been sent home. Students in grades 7-12 have the option of having their pictures taken. Order forms for JH/HS students are outside the office door.
A Kindergarten guided reading group working hard today! #triopia
Looking for something to do? Triopia Schools is in need of substitutes in the following positions:
Paraprofessional (Aide)
Bus Driver
Cook
Teacher
If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Mr. Dean, Mr. Sorrells or Mrs. Hobrock.
Outstanding job tonight by Mrs. Burchard and our Jr/Sr High School music program.
Tallest Balloon Tower overall - Reed Smith - 52 inches!
Session Winners:
Isaac Morrell, Sam Miller and Reed Smith
#stemnight #triopia
Lots of fun happening at STEM night! #triopia #stem
