COVID-19 Update 1.15.21
Triopia Jr/Sr High will be adjusting our RL (Remote Learning) and RLQ (Remote Learning Quarantined) expectations for the second semester starting on January 19th (which is a B day). All students who have elected to learn from home or are forced to quarantine will be expected to follow the expectations below.
The biggest change is:
Remote Learning students and Remote Learning-Quarantined students are required to be in class each day. The students should be present in the online format of their teachers choice until they are dismissed by their teacher. Therefore, all RL and RLQ students will be expected to follow the same schedule as if they were at school learning. Grades can be affected if the students do not attend class.
Triopia Schools will dismiss early on Friday, January 15 for a School Improvement Day - Bus Students will be dismissed at 1:15 and remaining students at 1:20. There will be NO afternoon Pre-K.
There will no school on Monday, January 18.
Triopia Jr/Sr High will be adjusting our RL (Remote Learning) and RLQ (Remote Learning Quarantined) expectations for the second semester starting on January 19th (which is a B day). All students who have elected to learn from home or are forced to quarantine will be expected to follow the expectations below.
The biggest change is:
Remote Learning students and Remote Learning-Quarantined students are required to be in class each day. The students should be present in the online format of their teachers choice until they are dismissed by their teacher. Therefore, all RL and RLQ students will be expected to follow the same schedule as if they were at school learning. Grades can be affected if the students do not attend class.
Triopia reopens to students tomorrow, January 5, 2021.
All guidelines that were in place during semester one will continue to be in place as we return:
-Please carry out daily symptom screenings for your child(ren) each morning before school
-Masks are required
We are looking forward to having everyone back for a great second half to the school year! Happy 2021!
Happy New Year!
We regret we were unable to hold our annual grade school holiday program, but we hope you enjoy these holiday carols from the our students... Have a safe and enjoyable holiday season!
https://youtu.be/s6H5S3xplt8
Triopia Schools will be closed for holiday break until Monday, January 4. Monday, January 4 is a Teachers' Institute Day and students will return on Tuesday, January 5.
Have a happy and safe holiday season!
Santa and one of his elves stopped by Triopia as students were leaving today to wish them all a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
Daniel Wingert is the Upperclassmen Student of the Month for December. He is the son of Rebecca Burchard and Leland Wingert and is involved in Band and Scholastic Bowl here at Triopia.
Ms. Ayres nominated Daniel and noted, “Daniel always comes to class with a lot of energy, and this energizes others in the classroom. He is always willing to ask questions, and he takes the time to understand the material. Dan's honesty and openness is a breath of fresh air.”
Daniel is not certain on where he is going to school but wants to be a sound engineer. His goal after high school is to be a rockstar. His favorite class is Physics because Ms. Ayres is “ultra cool.” Some of Daniel’s favorite things are fried rice, playing the guitar, and being better at minecraft than his friend Curtis. Daniel’s favorite movie is Good Burger. Daniel mentioned that he does not like when Mr. Sorrells doesn’t think he is “ultra cool” and he does not like the movie Polar Express.
Brooklyn Beck is the Underclassmen Student of the Month for December. She is the daughter of Jim Beck and Ashley Beck and her siblings are KJ, Jace, and Hadlee. Brooklyn is involved in volleyball, basketball, and FFA here at Triopia.
Brooklyn was nominated by Mrs. Dober who had this to say, “Brooklynn has worked extra hard these last couple of weeks to make sure that she gets caught up from being remote. She worked hard and spent extra time. She always has a smile on her face and makes the best cookies!”
Brooklyn says that she wants to own her own bakery when she gets older and plans to attend the Culinary Academy in San Antonio, Texas after she graduates. Brooklyn’s favorite class is Accounting with Mrs. Smith because Mrs. Smith is really nice and will make sure she understands everything in class. Some of Brooklyn’s favorite things are chocolate, horses, playing volleyball, and her favorite holiday is Christmas. Her favorite movie is Annabelle and her favorite TV show is Young and Hungry. Brooklyn’s least favorite things are Mondays, coffee, waking up early, snakes, and spiders. Congratulations Brooklyn!
The December Junior High Student of the Month is Raegan Bunch. She is the daughter of Kristy Bunch and she wants to play volleyball here at Triopia.
Raegan was nominated by Mrs Whelan who had this to say, “Raegan has been putting forth great effort this semester in Science class. She puts her best foot forward on all of her assignments and tries hard to grasp new concepts. Raegan has been helping others during labs by taking the leadership role in her groups.”
Raegan wants to be a Nurse or a Doctor but is undecided on where she wants to go to school. Raegan’s favorite class is Math with Mrs Dober because, “even though she is strict, she is funny and makes it really fun to learn.” Raegan really likes dogs, going for bike rides, and Christmas. Her favorite movie is either Rookie or Sandlot and her favorite sport is baseball. Raegan has a few things she does not like as well. She doesn't like bad drivers, basketball, and heights. Congratulations Raegan Bunch!
As we head home for a two-week winter break, we wanted to take the time to tell our teachers and staff how much they are appreciated.
We have had seventy-eight days of student attendance this first semester, and it's all due to the hard work and perseverance of our teachers and staff. There were difficult days, and surely some moments of frustration, but they did it. This was not what they signed up for, but yet every day they showed up and did what needed to be done for the students of our community. We couldn't be any luckier.
The communities of Arenzville, Chapin, and Concord are blessed to have such dedicated teachers, paraprofessionals, office staff, custodians, bus drivers, and cooks.
If you are a student or community member, take the time by whatever means necessary to thank our roughly sixty employees for doing an incredible job these first five months. They got the job done!
Thanks to Myers Signs and Graphics for helping with the signs to display our appreciation! #triopia
Triopia Jr/Sr High School has decided to forego final exams for the first semester. We feel that having an additional week of instruction will be more beneficial than having final exams this year. Therefore, the week of January 11th will be a normal school week.
COVID-19 Update 12.17.20
These administrative elves passed through the candy cane forest, past the sea of swirly twirly gumdrops, and then they walked through Concord.
Thank you to Mrs. Burrus, Mrs. Embley, and the Triopia Student Council for volunteering their time last weekend.
If you're looking for last minute gifts or stocking stuffers... we have Triopia socks ($12) and double T pop sockets ($5) available - email or call Mrs. Hobrock (jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org or 217-457-2281 x1032) if you're interested!
Don't forget to get in the holiday spirit this week with our dress up days...
Monday's is Flannel/Plaid for the grade school and for the JH/HS it is Long Winters Nap (Pajamas). Let's see your holiday spirit!
COVID-19 Update 12.10.20
Congratulations!
Ms. Gehrke's 8th graders used legos for Math to graph, find area, perimeter, and volume, and measure with a ruler. Math is fun when you have LEGOS! 😊
As we wrap up school before the holidays, both the GS and JH/HS will be having Holiday themed dress up days next week... GS students will come home with a list and the JH/HS ones are posted around the building!
From the Superintendent's Desk-December 2020
Reminder to seniors - Donut order forms are due tomorrow!
COVID-19 Update 12.3.20
Please check out the image for the Jr/Sr High School Remote Learning schedule and basic expectations. All students are very much aware of our remote learning expectations. If you are in need of a copy of the full RL expectation list, please email Mr. Sorrells.
COVID-19 Update 11.24.20
(Triopia Jr. Sr. High School Moving to Remote Learning)
How To Catch A Turkey - by: Adam Wallace & Andy Elkerton
Read by Mrs. Seymour
https://youtu.be/6F-1863PhRk
Hoot and Honk - Just Can't Sleep - by: Leslie Helakoski
Read by Mrs. Pahlmann
https://youtu.be/D-UrAi_j3Ck
COVID-19 Update 11.19.20
High School girls basketball open gym is now cancelled for today
JH Basketball @ Meredosia and JH Volleyball practices are now cancelled for today!
Our first story of the week is read by Mrs. Moses.
The Snow Dancer - by: Addie Boswell
https://youtu.be/hxWcRqvNH-Y
The regularly scheduled Triopia Board of Education Meeting for November 18th, 2020 will be held online due to quarantined participants. This will take place via conference call at 7:00 PM. If you previously planned on attending the meeting in person, please reach out to Mr. Dean at adean@triopiacusd27.org for the Zoom address. Thank you!
We had a few visitors (trained therapy dogs) today at the Jr/Sr High School. These pictures were taken in Mrs. Whelan's 7th grade science class.
Family Reading Night is an annual statewide event held the third Thursday in November to encourage families to spend quality time reading together. This event is sponsored by Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian, Jesse White, and the Illinois Center for the Book. Triopia Grade School usually participates annually, however, with the current restrictions we were forced to "think outside the box".
This year, we will be posting videos of faculty and staff reading a book or two each evening to our social media pages and website. We encourage you to sit down and "listen" as a family and follow up with a discussion about the book.
The videos will begin on Monday, November 16 and be posted each evening through Friday, November 20. We hope you enjoy!
November 15th is recognized as School Board Members Day in Illinois. It is important to remember the time and commitment taken by these volunteers to lead Triopia. While 2020 has certainly created new challenges for the education community and everyday life, it has also shown the importance of having a quality leadership team that is able to adapt to current conditions while still meeting the local community’s public education needs and students’ goals.
We are thankful for our board members Jim Beck, David Bunfill, Keith Fricke, Cindy Littleton, Ben McCoy, Tracie Sayre, and Tabatha Stambaugh. #ThankABoardMember
Today was the 50th day of PreK this year, so they celebrated by having a 50's day! #triopia
COVID-19 Update 11.12.20
Because of a Veteran...
https://youtu.be/R818ugchHk4
A Salute to Our Veterans
https://youtu.be/Ud0UNmaNl94
*Please share with the veterans in your lives.*
Please help us honor our veterans tomorrow and wear red, white, and blue.
Also a reminder that GS Cardinal calendar orders are due on Friday, November 13.
Thank you.
Check out what’s in the Jacksonville Journal Courier today...
Congratulations Mrs. Skultety!
Kindergarten enjoying some outside time with sidewalk chalk! #triopia
Early Dismissal - Wednesday, November 11
Jayla Waid is the Upperclassmen Student of the Month for October. She is the daughter of Rusty and Jackie Waid and she is involved in volleyball, softball, and Student Council.
Mrs. Dober nominated Jayla and noted, “Jayla is a quiet soul in a rambunctious class. She works hard for her grades and always wants to be the best that she can. She helps all of her classmates no matter the subject.”
Jayla wants to study radiological sciences after high school and has not yet made a decision on where she wants to go to college. Her favorite class is Ceramics with Mrs. Wardell because she really enjoys making things. Some of Jayla’s favorite things are scotcheroos, dolphins, and Christmas. Her favorite thing to do non-school related is playing volleyball at fitness world. Jayla mentioned that she does not like politics. Congratulations Jayla Waid!
Aiden Neathery is the Underclassmen Student of the Month for October. He is the son of Dustin and Mekelle Neathery and is involved in football, basketball, FFA, and Student Council.
Aiden was nominated by Mrs. Burrus who had this to say, “Aiden is an overall nice kid, he's kind and considerate to everyone. I enjoy his stories that he shares and how he tries to help those that aren't understanding in class..”
Aiden says that he wants to continue his education after high school at a college or trade school. However, he is unsure of “where” at this time. Aiden’s favorite class is PE with Mr. Brockouse because he enjoys playing games and competing. Some of Aiden’s favorite things are German Chocolate Cake, wolves, and Christmas. His favorite move is Blindside and his favorite TV show is American Pickers. His favorite non-school related activity showing livestock for 4-H. Aiden’s least favorite thing is doing homework. Congratulations Aiden Neathery!
The October Junior High Student of the Month is Kaylee Beck. She is the daughter of Jason and Alicia Beck. Kaylee is involved with Poms here at Triopia.
Kaylee was nominated by Mrs. Burrus who had this to say, “Kaylee works hard during class. She participates well and is a joy to have around.”
Kaylee wants to be a nurse or biologist and start her postsecondary schooling at Lincoln Land Community College. Kaylee’s favorite class is science with Mrs. Whelan because she likes learning about genes in animals and the human body. Kaylee enjoys riding horses and showing livestock in her free time. Her favorite holiday is the Fourth of July and her favorite animal is the stingray. Kaylee has a few things she does not like as well. She does not like the weekly social studies quizzes and scary movies. Congratulations Kaylee Beck!
COVID-19 Update 11.5.20
REMINDER: If a member of your family or close contact is being tested or waiting for results from a recent COVID-19 test, please keep your child home until you receive the test results. It is extremely important that we follow the guidelines to ensure the health and safety of all our students and staff. Thank you for your cooperation.
Whoever wins, stay calm.
Triopia Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, November 3 due to Election Day. This is NOT a remote learning day, we will resume on Wednesday, November 4.
Thank you.
Please see the attached image from the Triopia Administration.
September Students of the Month reading
"A Little RESPECTFUL Spot" by Diane Alber
https://youtu.be/bF2t_Caj9bk
Any girls in grades 6-8 who are interested in playing junior high volleyball are encouraged to attend open gyms on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:45-5:30 starting on November 2nd. Players should bring their own water bottles and wear masks. There will not be a player/parent meeting this year, but relevant information will be sent home with players during the first week.
Due to restrictions, we are unable to hold our annual Veterans Day Recognition program. We would still like to honor those Veterans with a complimentary curbside pickup breakfast on Wednesday, November 11 from 9-10 AM. To RSVP for breakfast, please contact Mrs. Hobrock at 217-457-2281 x1032 or via email at jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org.
On November 11, please pull in the upper back parking lot and then down through the fire lane - we will meet you with your complimentary breakfast.
*If you are new to the community and are a veteran or know of a local veteran, please contact Mrs. Hobrock in order to be added to our list for future programs.
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for the next two evenings from 3:30-7:30. Grade school parents who are attending in person, please park in the front of the school and come through the main grade school doors. Please don’t arrive too early, we ask you to wait in your vehicles until your assigned time.
As you enter, you will have your temperature taken and will be required to wear a mask at all times when inside the building. Please limit the number of people attending.
Thank you again for taking part in your children’s education.
In an attempt to be completely transparent with our community, please read the attached image.
Fall Spirit Week - Tuesday is Pink Out for Breast Cancer Awareness for all students!
Also a reminder about the friendly school competition to support Breast Cancer Awareness - the GS and JH/HS are in a competition to see who can raise the most money. All donations are due by Thursday, October 29 at 2:30 PM. If you are a community member and would like to make a donation, please drop by either office or contact Mrs. Hobrock or Mr. Sorrells.
*All funds collected will be donated to the Mia Ware Foundation and local families.
A friendly school competition to support Breast Cancer Awareness...
the winning building will get to decide which administrator gets a Pie in the Face!
Tomorrow (October 22) grade school and band and choir students will be working on songs for a Veterans Day tribute. Please have your child dress in red, white and blue. Thank you!
We've had a great first two months of school thanks to the hard work of everyone involved. Parents, please remember to continue your daily symptom and temperature screenings on your children to keep our students, staff and community safe!
Thank you to Sherie Trace and Brett Yates for taking the time to come speak to our seniors this week about civic engagement! They both spoke about ways to get involved in the community and how small acts of kindness can have great ripple effects! A small group of people can make a difference. A special thank you to Mrs. Price for getting this opportunity set up for our students.
We are experienced issues with our phone lines this morning. Please use email to communicate any absences, etc. with the secretaries this morning.
GS - Lisa - lmcelfresh@triopiacusd27.org
JH/HS - Kim - kmiller@triopiacusd27.org
We apologize for the inconvenience.
Just a reminder:
Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for October 28 and 29, 2020. Conferences this year will look a little different due to restrictions. All grade school students will receive a note or email from their child's teacher(s) with more information. If you do not receive anything, please contact your child's teacher or Mrs. Hobrock.
All junior high and high school parents should click on this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F45AAAF2FA5FA7-20201 or call the high school office to schedule an appointment with your child's teacher(s). We appreciate you being active partners in your child's education!
As the forecast changes daily and it continues to get cooler, please check each morning and send your child in the appropriate attire.
We will have recess and PE outside EVERYDAY, weather permitting.
If your child is in need of a winter coat, gloves/mittens or anything, please contact the GS office at 217-457-2281 x1030 or email Mrs. Hobrock at jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org.
Thank you!
Congratulations to our students, staff and community on a successful first NINE weeks of school. Thanks to our custodial staff for keeping things extra clean, our teaching and support staff for their dedication to in-person and remote learners, and all other staff who work hard to transport, cook, and do everything necessary for our kids. Please continue to do what you can to follow guidelines outside of school in order to keep our doors open! #triopia
Good afternoon:
We have been having occasional traffic concerns in the front during student drop-off and pick-up before and after school, mainly with major congestion on the highway. This is unsafe. In order to try to curb these issues, please read the following guidelines.
1. When dropping off students in the morning, if you have to exit your vehicle to help a student out of a car, we ask that you park either in the diagonal drive or the parking spaces on the outside of the circle drive. You then can walk your student to the canopy area. The circle drive drop off should only be used for students who can exit the vehicle on their own.
2. In the afternoon, we have an early bus that drops off at the subdivision across the road, then comes back to pick up more students for the remainder of their route. Please be cognizant of this and do not block the entry to the circle drive for this bus. There should be a clear path for the bus to return to the canopy area.
3. When picking up after school, arrive as close to 2:30 as possible. Any earlier causes these congestion issues and that is the time car riders are usually dismissed to their cars anyway. If possible, please park in the parking spaces or the diagonal drive to save as much space as possible.
4. If there is major congestion which doesn’t allow you to pull into the circle drive and keeps you on the highway, please circle around and wait for the busses to leave or wait in the back parking lot until roughly 2:30 when there should be plenty of space in the front drive.
Thanks for your help in keeping our students, families, and all those who pass by our school safe!
Sincerely,
Adam Dean
Superintendent
Just a reminder that Pie Orders are due tomorrow (October 14).
Thank you.
Please see the attached document for opportunities for students of all ages through the Young Explorers Club.
Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for October 28 and 29, 2020. Conferences this year will look a little different due to restrictions.
All grade school students will receive a note or email from their child's teacher(s) with more information. If you do not receive anything, please contact your child's teacher or Mrs. Hobrock.
All junior high and high school parents should click on this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F45AAAF2FA5FA7-20201 or call the high school office to schedule an appointment with your child's teacher(s).
We appreciate you being active partners in your child's education!
Pumpkin volcanoes in Ms. Gehrke's science class🏔🎃 #triopia
Congratulations to the September Students of the Month:
The September Junior High Student of the Month is Olivia Curry. She is the daughter of Jamie and Jenna Curry. Olivia is involved in Choir and Poms.
Olivia was nominated by Mrs. Morrow who had this to say, “Olivia is responsible, hard working, and dependable. She's kind to everyone - teachers and peers. Whatever she is doing, it's always done with a smile and a positive attitude. Olivia is an asset to Triopia!” She was also nominated by Mrs. Burrus who said, “She's a fellow Cubs fan!! Really though, she's always had a positive attitude. She's polite in the hall and comes ready to learn in the classroom. She's great about volunteering answers and being involved. Olivia is just an overall great student to have in class.”
Olvia wants to be a teacher and wants to go to Eastern Illinois University. Her favorite class is Reading because she loves Mrs. Hayes and she loves what they learn and do in class. Her favorite TV show is “Say Yes to the Dress” and her favorite non-school related activity is playing the ukulele. One thing she does not like is the St. Louis Cardinals. Congratulations Olivia Curry!
Ava Ganz is the Underclassmen Student of the Month for September. She is the daughter of Brain and Shelly Ganz and is involved in volleyball, softball, and basketball.
Ava was nominated by Mrs. Burrus who had this to say, “Ava is such a caring and sweet person. She's willing to help other students and genuinely cares about their well-being.”
Ava wants to go to college at either Mizzou or Columbia College as they are both closer to her sister Madelynn and go into the medical field. Her favorite class is Art because a lot of her friends are in there and she loves Mrs. Wardell. Some of her favorite things are pineapple, dogs, and the movie “5 Feet Apart.” Her favorite non-school related activity is hanging out with her friends. The two things Ava does not like is Mustard and tomatoes. Congratulations Ava Ganz!
Lance Bogner is the Upperclassmen Student of the Month for September. He is the son of Sydonia and Curt Bogner and he is involved in Football, Basketball, FFA, and Student Council.
Mrs. Burrus nominated Lance and noted, “Lance decided to join the student council this year and I'm thrilled to have him on board. He is a great kid and is always willing to jump in and help.”
Lance has interest in going to college but is undecided on where. He would like to go into Ag Sales or Physical Therapy and eventually wants to own a small farm. Some of Lance’s favorite things are “a good steak,” doges, horses, and the TV show Yellowstone. His favorite thing to do non-school related is the Rodeo. He dislikes black beans burgers as they “taste like playdough.” Congratulations Lance!
Special thank you to the Arenzville and Chapin Fire Departments for their assistance with our fire drill today!
Anyone interested in playing HS football this spring: Football camp will be held Oct. 12th - Oct. 16th & Oct. 19th - Oct. 23rd @ 3:30pm- 5:30pm. Each player should bring indoor shoes and cleats. Personal water bottle and face mask. If players already have their helmet they need to bring them as well.
Archery Apparel Available... orders due Monday, October 19.
Make checks payable to: Triopia Archery.
The Class of 2025 is selling Triopia merchandise through Myers Signs and Graphics! Contact any 8th grade student to order or email Mrs. Morrow at emorrow@triopiacusd27.org! Sales end October 16.
October is National Principals Month and October 23rd is Principals Day! Triopia is blessed to have Mrs. Hobrock and Mr. Sorrells leading our schools! Check out www.principalsmonth.org for activity ideas such as E-Cards and social media posts you can share. Let them know how much they are appreciated. #ThankAPrincipal
Just a reminder:
NO SCHOOL - Monday, October 5 (Teachers' Institute)
NO SCHOOL - Monday, October 12 (Columbus Day)
*School will be IN session on Friday, October 9.
We have last years TGS yearbooks still available... 20 page ALL COLOR yearbook - only $18!
The Jr. Sr. High School yearbook staff is working hard on this years book! We encourage students, parents and community members to submit pictures for the yearbook. Directions are posted on the attached flyer. Please let Mrs. Smith know if you have any questions - msmith@triopiacusd27.org.
The 2019-2020 Jr. Sr. High school yearbooks are in and will be distributed today. Remote Learners and 2020 seniors will need to make arrangements to pick theirs up from the office - please email kmiller@triopiacusd27.org or call Kim at 217-457-2281 x1021.
As stated last week, Memorial Behavior Health was awarded a Substance Use Prevention Services Grant. Through that grant, they are carrying out a Teen Alcohol Prevention Campaign. Please see the attached poster and newsletter regarding this topic.
Miss Laurie visited with Mrs. Seymour's class and they discussed their favorites. They helped set the menu for today: September 28.
Hot Dog on Pretzel Bun with Cheese, Emoji Fries, Strawberries,
Ice Cream with Sprinkles, and Milk
Please dress your child(ren) appropriately and send a coat, recess and PE will be held outdoors, as long as it’s not raining and the weather cooperates!
Triopia Schools will be IN session on Monday, September 28.
Have a great weekend!
Thanks to each and every person that has made a contribution to our SIX weeks of school. It is TEAMWORK that makes it possible! Special thanks to our faculty and staff for providing the best education for both in-person and remote learners. Please continue to do your part to keep our community safe! #triopia
Memorial Behavior Health was awarded a Substance Use Prevention Services Grant. Through that grant, they are carrying out a Teen Alcohol Prevention Campaign. Please see the attached poster and newsletter regarding this topic. We will push these out over the next few weeks.
Thank you to Trooper Malloy for stopping by and presenting to Coach Thompson's Driver's Education class on Thursday, September 17th.
Check out the money some of our families are saving by taking Dual Credit courses here at Triopia. This would not be possible without the hard work and expertise of Mr. Doyle, Ms. Harmon, Ms. Lynn, & Ms. Sriner. Over $55,000 saved and over 300 transferable hours. #TriopiaTrojans
Triopia Schools will dismiss early on Friday, September 18 for a School Improvement Day - Bus Students will be dismissed at 1:10, remaining GS students at 1:15 and remaining JH/HS students at 1:20. There will be NO afternoon Pre-K.
Also, Monday, September 21 is a Remote Planning Day, so no student attendance. If you are interested in picking up a FREE lunch for your students on Monday, please contact Mrs. Hobrock.
Thank you.
Just a reminder...
A survey was sent out to parents/guardians on Wednesday regarding FREE meals on the Remote Planning Days, which are scheduled for the next two Mondays. If you did not receive the email/text, please contact Mrs. Hobrock at jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org or 217-457-2281 x1032. Please complete the survey if you'd like to receive meals by Friday at 6 PM.
Thank you!!
Changes to the School Calendar for 1st quarter:
September 21 - Remote Planning Day (Students not in attendance)
October 5 - Teachers Institute (Students not in attendance)
October 9 - Regular Attendance Day
*Dismissals will also be as follows, starting September 10:
Early Bus Students - 2:18 pm
Regular Bus Students - 2:25 pm
Dismissal for Remaining Students - 2:29 pm
Calendar has been updated and posted.
The Triopia Yearbook staff would like for you to join in some school wide dress up days next week - Remote learners are encouraged to participate as well, please post your pictures in the comments on Facebook or email to Mrs. Smith at msmith@triopiacusd27.org.
Triopia has received notice from ISBE that they have extended waivers for the school district to provide free lunch to all students (K-12) possibly through December. This will start tomorrow, Friday, September 4. These meals are also available to those that are remote learners and will be available for pickup from 11:30-12:00 each day Triopia is in session.
The menu will be the same as posted on the monthly lunch menu.
If your child(ren) are remote learners, please fill out the form sent via text or email. If you did not receive and would like meals, please email Mrs. Hobrock at jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org.
If you have any questions, please contact your building administrator.
Thank you.
Remote Learners: If your teacher contacts you to pick up materials for next week, they will be available on Tuesday, September 8 from 9:00-11:00 AM in the front GS foyer. Thank you for your cooperation in your child's education!
*Reminder: if you would like to switch to in-person learning, please let Mrs. Hobrock know by Friday and we will make arrangements! Thank you!
From the Superintendent's Desk-September 2020
Just a reminder: Triopia is not in session tomorrow - it is a remote planning day for faculty/staff.
If you requested lunches, please pick up in the back of the building (come up the cafeteria sidewalk) between 11-12!
Thank you!
Thanks to a generous donation from the Triopia Athletic Boosters, we now have sprinklers on the baseball field! We have also installed water lines to the softball and practice football field! Next week, if all goes to plan, we will seed the baseball field so we will have a grass infield next spring. We are also thankful for Andy Phelps for taking the time to haul dirt in for the field. Again, we are always appreciative of our athletic boosters and volunteers take the time to continually improve our athletic facilities for when sports finally return to the Triopia campus. #triopia
Remote Learners: If your teacher contacts you to pick up materials, they will be available on MONDAY, August 31 from 2:00-3:30 PM in the front GS foyer. Thank you for your cooperation in your child's education!
Attention JH & HS In-Person Learners
Attention current Remote Learners! The deadline to choose in-person learning has been moved back a week to September 4th. We feel that an additional week would be beneficial for those families staying at home right now. After September 4th, all students who have chosen remote learning will remain remote learners until the 2nd quarter. Please contact your building administrator if you have any questions regarding this policy.
Just a few reminders as we begin Week 2:
-Please make sure you're doing the symptom check DAILY prior to your child(ren) getting on the bus or dropping them off at school.
-Students should arrive between 8:20-8:30. Parents that bring their child(ren) should not enter the building. They can walk their child(ren) to the door and then a staff member will see they make it to their classroom.
-Water bottles should come to school filled and be taken home daily to wash.
A shout out and special thanks to our parents/guardians for being active partners in starting the year successfully! Your support is greatly appreciated.
Triopia Schools will not be in session on Monday, August 24. This is a remote planning day for faculty/staff.
If you requested meals for Monday for your student(s), please make arrangements to pick them up at Triopia in the back parking lot between 11-12. Please email Mrs. Hobrock (jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org) if you are unable to make that work.
Thank you.
Please read the mask requirement reminders from the IESA for spectators and participants at Junior High Athletics. Thank you!
Trojan Apparel - Fan Cloth Online Store
It will be open until September 18.
https://fancloth.shop/URTNV
Triopia Trojans 2020 - Masked Trojan Shirts
Orders and money must be turned in to the office by Tuesday, August 25.
We are off to a great start this year, thank you to everyone for their flexibility and cooperation. Here are just a few reminders:
-Please don’t arrive prior to 8:20 to drop students off.
-Please send a full water bottle with your child. A clear bottle is preferred.
-During lunch, students will not have access to a microwave - please plan accordingly.
-If you are a remote learner, there will be a materials pick up/turn in on Fridays from 3-3:30. You will receive an email from your teacher if you have something that needs to be picked up.
The Picture Day IDs that were sent out were incorrect - the correct ones are:
GS - EVTC6HVWK
JH/HS - EVTQF2WX2
Thank you!
TOMORROW - Thursday, August 20 is Picture Day! Lifetouch will be set up in the gyms for students to get their school picture taken.
Reminder: Remote learners and PK students came come from 7:45-8:30 am to have theirs taken, if they'd like. Please park in the back and come up the sidewalk by the cafeteria.
Order online at mylifetouch.com
Grade School Picture Day ID: KWVH6CTVE
Jr./Sr. High School Picture Day ID: 2XW2FQTVE
We had an awesome first day at Triopia! The students rocked it and the staff were exceptional! Big thank you to our parents for being so flexible and supportive. #triopia
A few reminders for the first day:
-Masks are required at all times (school bus included)
-Please don’t arrive to school before 8:20
-We want everyone to stay healthy and safe, please self certify your child(ren) each day and don’t send them to school if they have any symptoms
-If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Dean, Mr. Sorrells or Mrs. Hobrock
We are looking forward to a great start! #triopia
Attention JH and HS Students! We look forward to getting back into the swing of things and having you all back in class tomorrow morning. We ask that all JH and HS students pick up your tracker, schedule, and chromebook in the HS gym when they arrive in the morning. Once they have picked up those materials, they can go to their locker if needed and then report directly to their 1st hour class. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
Good Afternoon:
Please take a moment to read through this FAQ document about symptoms and quarantining. This guidance will be followed in order to provide a safe environment for our students and staff. While there is much more within the document, students (and their siblings) and staff showing any listed symptoms of COVID-19 will be quarantined at home until a negative test result (or alternative diagnosis) is provided or the quarantine period runs out. Students sent home who can participate in remote learning will be provided that opportunity.
https://www.dph.illinois.gov/covid19/community-guidance/school-guidance-faq
One last thing, while some have already made this decision, if there is anyone else that is able and willing to bring or pick up their students to school instead of relying on bus transportation during this time, please let your corresponding office know. This can be everyday or just one trip a week. Any amount that can be provided is helpful. We understand that transportation is needed for many of our students, but if we are able to thin our crowds on the buses out some, this will help aid in our distancing efforts.
We are looking forward to a great start to the year!
Thanks,
Adam Dean
Superintendent
Attention Pre-K parents:
Job Opportunity!
If you have a student that has selected Remote Learning as we begin this year, please make arrangements to pick up materials and a device (if needed) on Monday, August 17 from 2:30-4:30 PM in the front of the school.
Due to restrictions, we are unable to host our annual Open House/Meet the Teacher Night, however, K-6 parents should receive an email from their child's teacher with more information! #triopia
First Day of School
From the Superintendent's Desk-August 2020
Registration Information
Online Registration will close TONIGHT at midnight! Logon to TeacherEase to register or go to the Triopia website and click on 2020-2021 Registration in the NEWS features for more information.
"Return to Learn" Update 8.4.20 (The following letter was also read on the recent "all call")
Attention Senior Athletes:
Good evening:
This afternoon we were given some good news. The IESA reversed their decision on junior high sports in the fall. This was due to the change in guidance from the state. Therefore, softball at Meredosia and baseball at Virginia will now take place for our junior high students.
We are still working out the details, but we are allowed to begin practice as soon as Monday. As soon as we have more information we will let you know.
Have a nice weekend.
Sincerely,
Adam Dean
Superintendent
Today we received this letter from the Office of the Governor. As always, we are proud of our students, their families, and the staff that lead them and feel the need to share recognition when it is given. Thank you to the athletes, coaches, and all others who were involved!
Attention Class of 2021:
Good Afternoon:
Today the IHSA released their "Return to Activities 1.0" plan for Illinois high school sports. The document is below. In order to attempt to have all sports for our student athletes this year, they have adjusted the calendar. In regards to sports that Triopia high school athletes can participate in:
Golf (at Virginia) is from August 10-October 24
Basketball, Dance, and Cheerleading are from November 16-February 13th
Football and Volleyball are from February 15th-May 1st
Baseball, Softball, and Track and Field (at Virginia) are from May 3-June 26
Other details about the number of contests, etc. can be found on the attached document.
At this point, the IESA has cancelled junior high baseball and softball. If this changes, you will be updated.
Outdoor summer workouts with social distancing can continue at this point until further guidance is given.
As always, if you have any questions reach out to my office.
Sincerely,
Adam Dean
Superintendent
Junior High and High School Supply Lists
*not all teachers are listed, as some will let the students know what they need the first day!
Grade School Supply Lists
Register Online - for more information go to www.triopiacusd27.org.
In-person registration will be held on Wednesday, August 5 from 2:00-7:00 PM - more information will be sent out soon!
Options for the 2020-2021 school year will be available on Tuesday, August 4.
Current Job Opportunities!
Special Board Meeting Agenda 8.3.20
Job Opportunity!
Registration for 2020-2021 is OPEN online!
https://www.triopiacusd27.org/article/259888?org=triopia
Good morning:
Due to the change in IHSA guidance, all weight room and athletic activities will be put on hold at this time. We will gather more information and have discussions regarding how we will proceed. Stay tuned for more details.
Sincerely,
Adam Dean
Return to School 2020-2021 Update
We want your Feedback - Planning for the 2020-2021 School year!
We are very excited to open our doors back up to our students and staff on August 17th. As you all know the guidelines have been set by the state in order for us to get back to in-person learning this fall. We ask that you please take a few minutes to take this survey as your input is highly valued and will help us in the next few weeks to iron out a plan that bests suits our district.
The mandates from the state are as follows:
*Require use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including face coverings;
*Prohibit more than 50 individuals from gathering in one space;
*Require social distancing be observed, as much as possible;
*Require that schools conduct symptom screenings and temperature checks or require that individuals self-certify that they are free of symptoms before entering school buildings; and
*Require an increase in school wide cleaning and disinfection.
We fully expect plans to evolve over time, but your responses will help guide our planning to safely reopen schools this fall. The deadline to complete this survey is July 6th.
Please click on the link to submit your feedback:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M-B1Bp3LpFzgGF75Skj8IH7f1wASZIZiPtLfGmYD3mE/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you in advance for taking the time to help us out during this time.
Return to School Guidance 2020-2021
The 2020 Triopia Alumni Banquet has been canceled for the year. The next banquet will be held in June 2021 and recognize both the 2020 and 2021 anniversary classes at that time. The Alumni newsletter will soon be sent to all alumni. The Board looks forward to seeing everyone in 2021.
During these difficult times, we must remember that we are part of ONE team and together, we can be the change. #triopia
Check out the class of 2020's Virtual Awards Ceremony. We are very proud of this class and want to congratulate all the scholarship award winners. This year, over $26,000 was given away. Click on the link and enjoy.
https://youtu.be/k5DNUNpKAVE
Triopia Little League is going to postpone baseball and softball for one week. It is our plan to start the week of June 15th. This gives us more time to contact parents and get the fields in playing condition and ensure we have guidelines put in place to ensure everyone enjoys their time playing and staying healthy. Thank you!
Good evening:
Earlier this week, the state of Illinois began to relax some guidelines on in-person learning. For instance, now we can begin Behind-the-Wheel driving (with stipulations) instruction again. Mr. Thompson will begin reaching out soon to the students who need to get their driving hours in so they can obtain their license.
Also, today the IHSA released their “Stage One of Return to Play” guidelines. These are the promising first steps towards possible athletics this next school year. These guidelines are IDPH approved. I will post the link to these guidelines below.
On Monday afternoon, the IHSA is holding a webinar about these guidelines. After possible questions are answered and we feel comfortable moving forward, I will look to have approval from the Morgan County Health Department, our district attorney and our liability insurance carrier. After that, we hope to have a special board meeting in the middle of next week to formally approve this plan.
In short, student athletes will hopefully begin to work with coaches in groups of ten for conditioning and weight lifting purposes soon. Guidelines in the document will be followed. After board approval, coaches can begin reaching out to make plans with student athletes.
If all of this goes to plan, I will update you all again next week. While there is no guarantee, I have a good feeling all will be approved and we will be allowed to do this.
It will be nice to get some of our students back at the school. Hopefully we are taking these first small steps back towards some normalcy for our fall semester.
As always, if you have questions give me a call at 217-457-2281 x 1025 or email me at adean@triopiacusd27.org.
Stay well,
Adam Dean, Superintendent
https://www.ihsa.org/documents/board/2019-20/Stage%201%20RTP.pdf
Thinking about School Supplies already?
Go to www.mwsupplycentral.com to order your School Supply Kit for this fall!
Coaching Opportunity!
2020-2021 Meredosia/Triopia/Virginia High School Students - If you have interest in playing football this fall, please click on the link and fill out the form for Coach Brockhouse.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QkCkDItSG0Ck-YVO_zbRt0qLkq1VpQA9KvS87t2vKFs/prefill
From the Superintendent's Desk-June 2020
The Powerful Dreams Powerful Teams Auction will end this evening at 6pm. The auction will extend a few minutes if last second bids are submitted to give everyone a chance. If you have not checked out the items please visit SpradlinAuction.com.
Thank you!
Powerful Dreams has been canceled for this year and in lieu we will doing the cash drawings on Friday, May 29. (Hopefully live on the Triopia Boosters facebook page at 7 PM).
We will also be running a lot of the auction items through Jess Spradlin's online auction. Please visit: spradlinauction.com. The auction is LIVE and will run through May 30.
In order to bid, you will need to create an online bidder account. If you have any issues, want a list of items that are listed or have questions, please contact Pete Wessler at 217-370-3818.
Thank you for your understanding and support during these strange times. Go Trojans!
Job Opportunity!
Unfortunately our 8th grade class missed out on being recognized for their efforts and growth as students at Triopia JH. Please take a few minutes to watch as we recognize each of them. Congratulations 8th graders! Click on the link and enjoy: https://youtu.be/-iGWK5VjPDU
We will send out junior high cheerleading information next week along with virtual tryout information for those interested in trying out for next years team. Please keep a look out for that information next week.
Congratulations to our 2020-2021 Poms Team:
Gracie Hobrock
Maggie Foster
Anna Kleinschmidt
Jeris Wankel
Ali Ballinger
Kaylee Beck
Riley Booth
Olivia Curry
Faith Embley
Natalie Looker
Ella Ruppel
Anna Isringhausen
Cherysh Reed
Kenzie Vinyard
AG Fact of the Day: The stem is the part of the wheat plant that supports the head and is known as straw after harvest.
Reminder: Locker & Classroom Supply Pick Up is TONIGHT. Also, please return any library or school books and texts you may have at home.
Students are encouraged to ride along with their parents. Please pull in the upper back parking lot and around into the fire lane - we will bring items to you and collect any books you have to return. Please do not get out of your vehicles.
If you are unable to come at the designated time, please contact the school office.
This evening we celebrate our Pre-K students that are moving on to Kindergarten! We hope you enjoy this "virtual" graduation.
Congratulations to our 13 Pre-K graduates - we wish each of them the best of luck in next year! #triopia
https://youtu.be/LQDjk8pAZUs
AG Fact of the Day: Nearly 50% of the U.S. wheat crop is sold and exported to about 60 nations around the world.
Last call to send information and photos for the JH/HS yearbook! Seniors especially should make sure to get their superlative photo and graduation cap and gown photo to Mrs. Morrow by Monday, May 25! #triopia
AG Fact of the Day: The top of the wheat plant is called the spike or head.
Locker and Classroom Supply Pick Up is set for Thursday, May 21, 2020.
A bag with your child's personal items will be ready for you to pick up. Please pull in the upper back parking lot and around into the fire lane and we will distribute these items to you.
Please come at the designated times:
4:30-5:00 PM - PreK, 6th, 9th and 10th (Josten's will be here to hand out class rings)
5:00-5:30 PM - Kindergarten, 5th, 11th and 12th
5:30-6:00 PM - 1st, 4th, 7th and 8th
6:00-6:30 PM - 2nd and 3rd
6:30-7:00 PM - Family PickUp
If you are unable to come at the designated time, please contact the school office.
ALL completed work should be turned into your teachers as soon as possible. It should be turned in by Wednesday, May 20.
ALL library books should be turned into the school this week. There are drop boxes in the front of each building or you can bring on Thursday when you pick up your personal items.
Wednesday, May 20 will be the last day for lunch distribution/pick-up.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your child's administrator.
Thank you.
AG Fact of the Day: As early as 7000-6000 B.C., Swiss lake dwellers ground wheat kernels, mixed flour with water, and bake the first flatbreads.
Even though Triopia does not offer a summer meal program, other local communities do, such as Jacksonville, Beardstown and Virginia! To find a summer meals program near you, call (800) 359-2163, or Text FoodIL to 877877. Or you can visit the website summerfeedingillinois.org.
AG Fact of the Day: The four basic parts of a wheat plant include the head, stem, leaves, and roots.
We are pleased to announce that the varsity and JV boys' basketball tournament formerly held in Beardstown at the end of January will now be held annually at Triopia! The inaugural tournament will be January 25th-30th, 2021. At this point there are seven teams involved: Triopia, Beardstown, Carrollton, Midwest Central, Rushville, South Fulton, and Calhoun. We are excited to grow this tournament and bring a fun week of basketball to our community! #triopia
AG Fact of the Day: Wheat flour contains a protein substance called gluten. Wheat flour is great for baking since the gluten makes the dough elastic.
Please see the attached job opportunities at Triopia CUSD #27.
Special recognition to Anna Burrus as she recently received IHSA All Academic Team honors as well as the Jacksonville Rotary Club Scholar Athlete Award for Triopia High School. Congratulations Anna!
AG Fact of the Day: Kansas is the largest wheat producer in the United States and North Dakota is a close second.
AG Fact of the Day: Wheat kernels are ground into fine powder to make wheat flour.
AG Fact of the Day: New varieties of wheat can take up to 17 years to develop before they are available for farmers to plant.
We are very sorry and saddened that we were unable to have our Winter Sports Banquet this past year. Thank you to Coach DeBoldt, Coach Embley, Coach Sanders, and Coach Thompson for putting together these banquet videos. Click on the links and enjoy!
Girls Basketball: https://youtu.be/hP8U5dE7T1o
Poms: https://youtu.be/o5VqnXeqNfA
Cheerleading: https://youtu.be/0rBtGL_WWDQ
Boys Basketball: https://youtu.be/6w1X7IAkkl4
Seniors that are enrolled in Dual Credit courses will need to send their LLCC transcripts to their new school soon. See the picture for how to do so.
AG Fact of the Day: The starch found in wheat makes it suitable to be used as a versatile adhesive. The sticky stuff on your stamps contains wheat!
The class of 2020 is a special class. We want to take a few minutes to let them know what Triopia will miss about each of them. This class will be missed dearly. Please click on the link and enjoy.
https://youtu.be/08Gg_fnBKIw
Today the 6th grade class did a directed drawing via ZOOM after reading The Bad Seed by Jory John, one of their favorite from this years a “Picture book a day.” #triopia
Come get your child's belongings on May 21st. We will have all of their things in one bag ready for you to grab and go. Please pick up in the back parking lot at the designated times listed in the picture.
If this time date and time does not work for you, please reach out to your building administrator.
The regularly scheduled Triopia Board of Education Meeting for May 13th, 2020 will be held online due to COVID-19 via conference call at 7:00 PM. If you previously planned on attending the meeting in person, please reach out to Mr. Dean at adean@triopiacusd27.org. Thank you!
AG Fact of the Day: A wheat plant is an annual grass plant that grows to be two to four feet tall.
Attention 7th-12th Triopia Trojan students! Week 5 Remote Learning Incentive is a $10 Gift Card to Steak 'N Shake. Get your work turned in and earn chances to win a gift card.
Congratulations to the following winners from Week 4: Isaac Strubbe, DJ Dennis, and Gracie Hobrock will receive a $10 SafeCo Gift Card for turning in their work last week.
AG Fact of the Day: Most of the wheat grown in Illinois is soft red winter wheat used to make cereals, cakes, cookies, and pretzels.
AG Fact of the Day: Thousands of varieties of wheat fall into six classes: hard red winter, hard red spring, soft read winter, hard white, soft white, and durum.
Attention Seniors! For your cap and gown photo, Mrs. Burrus or Mrs. Morrow would be happy to take a few photos of you in your yard or meet you somewhere outdoors!
A big thank you to all of the participants in Triopia JH/HS Yearbook's photo contest throughout the month of April. Our final winner for her photos sent in last week is Hannah Workman! Congratulations and thank you, Hannah!
Remember, there doesn't have to be a contest to send in photos that you think may be of use in the yearbook! Please send them to emorrow@triopiacusd27.org any time!
AG Fact of the Day: There are about 50 kernels in a head of wheat and 12,000-14,000 kernels in a pound.
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
BIG shout out to the teachers at Triopia - we know that school closures do not equal time off for you. We appreciate all your hard work and know you care! Thank you for your dedication! #triopia
May 1st is National Decision Day, a day when high school seniors publicly announce their post-secondary plans. Usually, Decision Day at Triopia includes an assembly and class celebration. We couldn't do that this year, so please enjoy our virtual celebration with the Class of 2020. #triopia
https://youtu.be/xzUBdlZSTCA
Special thanks to Mrs. Morrow and Mrs. Smith for all their work putting this video together!
Did you know?
Every day in May we will share an agriculture fact - compliments of Illinois Ag in the Classroom - May's facts will be about wheat.
Fact for May 1: "Wheat is a grain that produces a dry, edible seed called a kernel which is used mostly for human consumption."
From the Superintendent's Desk-May 2020
Thank you to our cooks Laurie, Doris, and Kathy for their efforts during this pandemic. They work to provide meals for 170 students a day. They have sent home meals such as chicken nachos, vegetable soup, spaghetti, cheeseburgers, ham and cheese sandwiches, corn dogs, hot dogs on pretzel buns, make-your-own pizza kits and more. We are lucky to have these three dedicated ladies that work hard to provide our students with nutritional meals! #triopia
Interested in joining the Triopia Dance Team? Please fill out this form:
https://forms.gle/1t7cJuKfZLzJKFBQ9
Please share.
Congratulations Class of 2020! 💙
Thank you to Beard Implement Company, First National Bank of Arenzville, Myers Signs and CNB Bank & Trust for sponsoring this project.
AG Fact of the Day: "One acre of soybeans can produce 82,368 crayons."
Attention 7th-12th Triopia Trojan students! Remote Learning Week 4 Incentive is listed below! Complete your assigned work for a chance to win 1 of 3 $10 SafeCo Donut gift cards.
Congratulations to the following winners from Week 3:
Rhianna Lovekamp, Hannah Cook, and Jayla Waid will receive a $10 Buffalo Wild Wings gift card for their work completed last week.
Good Afternoon:
Triopia's High School Graduation is tentatively scheduled for Friday, June 12th, 2020 at 7:00 PM. We will await further guidance from Governor Pritzker in regards to the feasibility of this. We will follow all guidelines required by the state for public gatherings if they are allowed at this time. Just know that we realize the importance of this event to the graduating seniors and families, however, we will follow guidelines set by the state for the safety of all individuals. If we find that this date isn't doable, we will reassess the situation.
Thank you,
Adam Dean, Superintendent
AG Fact of the Day: "In 2017, Illinois farmers grew 611.9 million bushels of soybeans, making them the #1 producer of soybeans in the U.S."
Have you opened a book today?
AG Fact of the Day: In the 1920's, Dr. John Harvey Kellogg developed soy milk and meat substitutes from soybeans.
A message for all our students...
Students/parents feeling stressed?
Spend some downtime doing some quick stress relieving activities.
Attached are some grade appropriate suggestions.
AG Fact of the Day: "One bushel of soybeans provides 11 pounds of crude soybean oil and 47 pounds of soybean meal."
Once again, thanks for your participation in Triopia JH/HS Yearbook's photo contest for Week #3! The winner of the $25 gift card for their picture is Brandon Bottens!
Our final week's theme is Trojan Pride. Send in pictures of you doing anything that would make Triopia proud! Doing school assignments, creating works of art, taking care of others, or even staying connected to one another are great examples of things that would make your school proud. Even better, wear your Triopia blues for the photo! Send in pictures to emorrow@triopiacusd27.org or post in the comments below to be in the running for the $25 gift card!
Stay Strong Triopia! We are all in this together.
Click on the link to here a short message from the Jr/Sr Staff:
https://youtu.be/yC0DHOFjMLo
We Love you all!
AG Fact of the Day: "During the Civil War, soybeans were used in place of coffee because real coffee was scarce."
AG Fact of the Day: "Soybeans are transported by trucks, trains, and barges. Barges are used on rivers to transport soybeans."
Attention JH/HS Students:
Remote Learning Week 3 Incentive is listed below! Complete your assigned work for a chance to win 1 of 3 $10 Buffalo Wild Wings gift cards.
Congratulations to the following winners from Week 2: Ashton Stanberry, Kimberly Gallegos, and Ryan Snow will receive a $10 movie card for their work completed last week.
AG Fact of the Day: "Biodiesel is a renewable fuel made from soybeans that is biodegradable and non-toxic."
We have the best at Triopia! Thank you to Lisa, Kim, Holly and Theresa!
AG Fact of the Day: "The soybean is the highest natural source of dietary fiber."
Grade School Students: We want to know what you've been doing - Mrs. Hobrock has a few pages in the yearbook left to fill, so we are going to jump on board with Mrs. Morrow's idea and have you share pictures each week. Grade School students/parents that share pictures via email (jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org) or comment on this Facebook thread will be put into a weekly drawing (separate from the JH/HS) for a fun prize! Show us what you've been doing!
*All pictures shared will be used in the 2019-2020 Triopia Grade School Yearbook.
Good afternoon:
As you all know, remote learning and lunches will continue through the rest of the year. The end date of school is May 21st. After this, remote learning and lunches will end. We will continue with the same routines we have had for the past few weeks.
Many questions have been brought up since the closure extended through the end of the year. This includes questions about events, like high school graduation, as well as cleaning out student lockers.
Our plan, for now, is to wait and see if the "stay at home" order extends past April 30th. If it does, we will begin looking at alternative arrangements for high school graduation. Other events are currently "up in the air" depending on the recommendations of the governor and the Illinois State Board of Education.
As another reminder, as all schools have been closed per the governor's order, this includes the playground and basketball courts. No one should be on school property without prior permission from an administrator.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility during this unprecedented time in our history. Feel free, as always, to reach out to any administrator if you have specific questions.
Thanks,
Adam Dean, Superintendent
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AG Fact of the Day: "Almost half of all soybeans grown in the United States are exported."
THANKS AGAIN for your participation in Triopia JH/HS Yearbook's photo contest for Week #2! The winner of the $25 gift card for their picture is Lydia Walters! Lydia won the contest for sending in candids. Remember, candids will get you entered into the contest twice. She sent pictures of activities throughout this year, including the one below of seniors out to eat during Senior Ad Day.
Week #3's theme is CELEBRATIONS! Did you have a birthday or help a friend or family member celebrate theirs? Did you throw a party because of an epic video game win? Did you celebrate doing something complicated that you didn't think you could do? You could even take a photo of you celebrating this beautiful weather! Send in any celebratory photos to emorrow@triopiacusd27.org or post in the comments below to be in the running for the $25 gift card. Remember that staff members are welcome to participate!
Lights on at Triopia 💙 #weareinthistogether #triopia #classof2020
Good afternoon:
Governor Pritzker has now extended the closure of Triopia and all other Illinois schools for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. Remote learning and lunches will continue through May. I will await guidance on other events such as prom and high school graduation before making decisions. I realize how important these events are to seniors and their families. Any students in need of supports are encouraged to reach out to Triopia personnel. Stay tuned for more updates in the coming week.
Stay well,
Adam Dean, Superintendent
AG Fact of the Day:
"The Mississippi River is an important route for delivering soybeans to the Port of New Orleans for export."
Thanks to our cafeteria staff and volunteers, we are delivering meals twice a week to roughly 170 students in our school district!
Class of 2023,
We will continue with the Bucket for Benefits Fundraiser. When you have all of your orders and money collected, you may drop the order forms and money off at designated drop off points. Following social distancing and safety precautions, there will be a small table with a tote or bin to place order forms and money into at designated drop off points. Designated drop off points and times are as follows:
Triopia JH/SH School April 20 – 22 9am – 2pm
Chapin FS April 22nd 5pm – 6pm
Arenzville Pavilion April 23rd 5pm – 6pm
Tabatha Stambaugh or Melanie Workman will be at the Chapin FS and Arenzville Pavillion to collect the
order forms and money.
We appreciate all your orders and hope this turns out to be a successful fundraiser for the class during
this unprecedented time we are having. Remember, this fundraiser goes to your class and helps pay for
prom and senior trip. The more money you earn, the more you can do. All orders must be turned in by April 23rd. If you have any questions regarding drop off places or times, you may contact Tabatha Stambaugh at or Melanie Workman.
AG Fact of the Day:
"The soybean is used for animal and human consumption, as well as consumer and industrial use."
Check out the Remote Learning Week 2 Incentive below. Complete your assigned work for a chance to win 1 of 3 $10 movie cards.
Congratulations to the following winners from Week 1:
Nicole Lacy
Olivia Curry
Riley Booth
Each will receive a Large Pizza in the near future.
Jr/Sr High School Remote Learning Week 2 assignments have been posted. If you are receiving hard copies via mail, the packets should be delivered by April 16th.
We will be mailing out Week 3 on Friday morning for Grades 7-12 so these packets should be be delivered on April 20th.
AG Fact of the Day:
"In the fall, the soybean plant turns brown and the leaves drop off before they are harvested."
High school students who might be interested in becoming an Electrical Distribution Lineman are encouraged to take part in a VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION, registration required.
Click here to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQzEM7E0juYcue3NiDPnFF2N8YkOxHmeWHTeqTsjio4EM_0g/viewform
THANK YOU for your participation in Triopia JH/HS Yearbook's Photo Contest for Week #1. The winner of the $25 gift card (via random name picker) for their Get Moving picture is Rhianna Lovekamp!
Week #2's theme is Take it Easy. Relax, kick your feet up, and take a picture! You could be doing things like playing video games, baking, crafting, or even just watching a movie or napping. Anything that helps you relax and relieve stress is fair game! Email them to emorrow@triopiacusd27.org or post the photo in the comments on Facebook. Remember - the contest runs through Friday, and the prize for the week is the same. You will get a $25 gift card to the business of your choice! Start snapping!
AG Fact of the Day:
"In 1904, George Washington Carver discovered a method of extracting soybean oil from the plant."
AG Fact of the Day:
"A soybean seed grows a little tail-like root called a radical. This becomes the plant's main root called a taproot."
REMINDER: Lunch pickup and delivery this week will be on Tuesday, April 14 and Thursday, April 16. Times and location remain the same.
AG Fact of the Day:
"Planting legumes, such as soybeans, helps add nitrogen back to the soil naturally."
The regularly scheduled Triopia Board of Education Meeting for April 15th, 2020 will be held online due to COVID-19 via conference call at 7:00 PM. If you previously planned on attending the meeting in person, please reach out to Mr. Dean at adean@triopiacusd27.org. Thank you!
AG Fact of the Day:
"Henry Ford used soybeans for paint and plastic in his cars."
Due to Triopia Schools being closed on Friday and Monday, lunches will not be provided for those days.
**Next week lunch pickup and delivery will be on Tuesday, April 14 and Thursday, April 16. Times and location remain the same.**
Attention Jr/Sr High School Students. Get your work completed and turned in for a chance to win a LARGE PIZZA. We are giving away 3 large pizzas as an incentive for this weeks Remote Learning assignments. This drawing will be held on April 15th.
Triopia Schools (main offices) will be closed Friday, April 10 and Monday, April 13.
AG Fact of the Day:
"The soybean plant sprouts small flowers which grow into small pods of soybeans."
AG Fact of the Day:
"One bushel of soybeans weighs 60 pounds."
CONTEST ALERT!!! The 2020 JH/HS yearbook needs your help! In order to collect more photos, we will be having a weekly contest. Each week, there will be a theme.
For the week of April 6-10, it is GET MOVING!
Take photos of you doing something active. Riding bikes, playing baseball, lifting weights, doing farm chores, mowing the lawn - anything is game as long as you are moving! Post them in the comments on this post (on Facebook) or email them to Mrs. Morrow at emorrow@triopiacusd27.org.
Each student represented in the photos you send will be entered into the contest one time. To be entered a second time each week, you can send along photos you have that were taken at the school or a school function BEFORE school closure. (We have a lot of pages to fill, and we just need more photos!)
Winners will be drawn randomly and announced on each Monday. The winner will be contacted to receive a $25 gift card to a business of their choice!
AG Fact of the Day:
"Each soybean plant grows 60-80 pods, and each pod has three to four beans inside."
AG Fact of the Day:
"Farmers in China began growing soybeans more than 5,000 years ago."
AG Fact of the Day:
"Soybeans are small round seeds, each with a tiny, brown spot called a hilum."
Pre-K Screenings for incoming 3 and 4 years olds that were scheduled for Monday, April 6 has been postponed. We will notify parents when they have been rescheduled.
Thank you.
Did you know?
Every day in April we will share an agriculture fact - compliments of Illinois Ag in the Classroom - April's facts will be about soybeans.
Fact for April 1:
"More soybeans are grown in the United States than anywhere else in the world."
Wednesday, April 1 is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, a national day when we celebrate our paraprofessionals and highlight the contributions of paraprofessionals to our students and school. Although, we aren't able to be at school today - we'd still like to recognize our paras for all they do for our students and teachers! We are blessed with the best!
Wednesday, April 1 is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, a national day when we celebrate our paraprofessionals and highlight the contributions of paraprofessionals to our students and school. Although, we aren't able to be at school today - we'd still like to recognize our paras for all they do for our students and teachers! We are blessed with the best!
Good evening:
Governor Pritzker has extended the closure of schools through April 30th. Our “Remote Learning Plan” is available for viewing on the district website and our social media feeds. Teachers will be in contact regarding continued engagement opportunities. Lunches will continue to served during this time.
Stay well,
Adam Dean, Superintendent
Triopia CUSD #27 Remote Learning Plan
Good morning:
Monday, March 30th is the last of Governor Pritzker's declared "Act of God" days. After this, school's have been asked to move into "Remote Learning Days". At this point, school is scheduled to restart in person on April 8th, however, there is a good chance that the closure will be extended.
I am responsible for creating a "Remote Learning Plan" for whatever remaining days we do not meet in person. I hope to have something created early next week. Just a few pieces of information. School will not extend into the summer, as the prior "Act of God" days and these "Remote Learning Days" will count towards days of attendance. Also, the "Remote Learning Plan" will be similar in build to what we have already been doing. I will say, after meeting online with other area superintendents this morning, our plan will revolve around "less is more", so we do not overwhelm parents and students during this historical event. Until the plan is completed and shared with the staff, I will leave it at that. I plan on meeting with the building administrators and the staff via an online teleconference on Monday.
Stay tuned for more information by Wednesday, April 1st at the latest.
Stay well,
Adam Dean, Superintendent
Check out: Scholastic Learn at Home
https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html
They offer a free online learning site with lesson plans for PreK - 6th+ to help parents and kids during this pandemic.
From the Superintendent's Desk-March 26th, 2020
Join Ms. Gehrke today as she reads “The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors” and then a friendly little competition at the end!
https://youtu.be/dGC-Tx4YSaw
Good afternoon. Since the closure has been extended a week, please do your best to complete activities/packets that were sent out last week. If you are looking for additional materials and/or ideas, please reach out to your child’s teacher or building principal.
If the closure is extended past April 7, staff and administrators will meet to reassess the situation.
Thank you!
Attention Freshmen Students: Your Buckets for Benefits fundraiser has been extended. So at this time please hang on to your orders that you have and feel free to collect any new orders-while practicing social distancing. We will collect money when we return to school.
Side Note: If you are in need of laundry detergent, dryer sheets, shampoo, body wash, or lotion please be sure to reach out to a Freshman student to support their class.
Happy Monday! Mrs. Whelan has a science experiment for your to try at home!
https://youtu.be/dk6o5gxvuP8
Spirit Week from Home!
Feel free to participate and post your pictures in the comments (on Facebook)!
At this time, Triopia Schools will be closed through April 7 and return to school on April 8. We know that during this closure, many parents are without work. Triopia Schools would like to continue to offer a lunch option to help lessen this burden. This is a FREE service open to ALL students, regardless of income.
Starting now there will be only TWO deliveries each week - Monday (you'll receive 2 lunches/child for Monday and Tuesday) and Wednesday (you'll receive 3 lunches/child for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday). Again this is available to any child in your household under the age of 18.
A survey was sent via email and text to all parents listed in our system this morning. This survey only needs to be completed if you would like to receive lunches and currently do not. If you have received lunches this past week, we already have you on the list. If you need taken off the list at anytime, please contact Mrs. Hobrock.
Please complete the survey and submit by 5:00 PM this evening (Sunday, March 22) so proper preparations can be made for the upcoming weeks.
Again, please reach out to one of the administrators with any questions:
Adam Dean - adean@triopiacusd27.org - 217-457-2281 x1025
Josh Sorrells - jsorrells@triopiacusd27.org - 217-457-2281 x1022
Jamie Hobrock - jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org - 217-457-2281 x1032
Thank you for your patience and flexibility during this time.
Please try this link for the survey:
https://forms.gle/7XkJ1siUdiXT7q1u8
Our apologies.
Please try this link for the survey:
https://forms.gle/7XkJ1siUdiXT7q1u8
Our apologies.
Good afternoon:
Today, Governor Pritzker extended school closures through April 7th. The administrators will meet early next week and share more information regarding continued learning after that. The plan is also to continue to provide lunches, although how those are distributed may change. We hope everyone stays well during this time.
Sincerely,
Adam Dean, Superintendent
We know so many people are having to cancel birthday parties and other events, so Mrs. Skultety (and Sophia) shared a fun way to create a birthday cake! Show us your birthday cake creation (or one of the other LEGO challenges) in the comments!
https://youtu.be/iZy_-nXj2Gw
This Saturday (March 21) is World Down Syndrome Day and although we aren't able to be together at school with our friend, Isaac French, we'd love for students, staff and friends to wear mismatched socks tomorrow (Friday, March 20) in honor of him...
Please post a picture in the comments (on Facebook). Isaac will love to see!
Also, enjoy this clip of Mrs. Moses reading Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You.
https://youtu.be/2_ISn5dxY58
We know it's been a rainy day, but Mrs. Wardell would love for you to join her in this ART project today!
Post your version in the comments section (on Facebook)!
Happy Thursday!
https://youtu.be/PZflSJ1sa94
Good Afternoon:
I recently participated in a webinar with the Illinois State Board of Education with some new guidance. According to their presentation, work completed during the closure should not "negatively impact a student's grades or academic standing". Therefore, I have told teachers that work completed can be used to boost a student's grade if they so choose. I have told them to use their judgement on how they do this since grading practices can vary from subject to subject and from teacher to teacher. For specific questions, students should reach out to their teachers. Since this is recent news, give teachers a chance to come up with a plan if they so choose. I would argue this is good, because it should further motivate our students to complete their packets or online work.
Thank you,
Adam Dean, Superintendent
All Triopia JH/HS students and parents: Our school closure has put a halt on yearbook production and, more importantly, coverage. Since the yearbook is designed to include the history of the school year, the yearbook staff is planning to have a section focused on this time. We need photos of Triopia students and how they are spending their time during the school closure. Are they working on things teachers assigned, doing chores, playing video games, getting extra hours at work, babysitting their younger siblings, staying fit for spring sports, or something else? Triopia faculty and staff can also join in! Please email photos to emorrow@triopiacusd27.org with a brief description of who took the photo and what is happening. Cell phone photos welcome, but please, no filters! You will also receive photo credit in the yearbook.
THANK YOU from the Triopia Yearbook Staff
Please share to get the word out!
Thank you for everyone’s efforts to come to the school today for their packets and learning materials. The vast majority were able to make it! Our staff spent a lot of time preparing these materials for you. Please use the work shared in the packets or online to stay engaged during this time away. #triopia
Triopia Athletic Boosters Powerful Dreams Banquet scheduled for Saturday, March 21, has been postponed. More information will be shared as it becomes available.
Attention Sophomores - The Pizza Sales Fundraiser will be canceled for this year. Please do your best to notify and return money to those who have already purchased.
Pick Up Materials and Lunch Services -
Triopia Schools will allow students and parents to come in and get educational materials they may need over this extended period. Please note - we will limit access in the building and use social distancing at all times. Access will be granted only using front entrances from 2:30-5:00 PM tomorrow, Monday, March 16. If you are unable to make it or feel uncomfortable, please reach out to your building administrator and we will make other arrangements.
GS students will have packets they can pick up in the front GS foyer.
JH/HS students will be allowed to go to their locker to get necessary materials (we will do our best to limit students in the building).
If you requested meals, lunch pickup services will begin tomorrow. All designated locations will have pick ups available from 11-11:30 each day.
Again, please reach out to one of the administrators with any questions:
Adam Dean - adean@triopiacusd27.org - 217-457-2281 x1025
Josh Sorrells - jsorrells@triopiacusd27.org - 217-457-2281 x1022
Jamie Hobrock - jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org - 217-457-2281 x1032
Thank you for your flexibility and patience during this time.
All events - practices, meetings and games at Triopia are canceled until further notice.
Due to a confirmed case in Sangamon County, Triopia Schools will NOT be in session on Monday, March 16. More information will be sent out this weekend.
School Closure Update
March 14, 2020
Good morning. A text and email was sent out to all parents listed in our system with a survey to complete regarding lunches while school is out of session. We ask you to please take a minute to complete - if you have any questions please reach out to one of the administrators. Thank you.
Good afternoon. Governor JB Pritzker 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.
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.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
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
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!
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.
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
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
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
Early Dismissal for School Improvement Day - tomorrow, Wednesday, March 11.
Don't forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before you go to bed this evening...
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.
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
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
Triopia Schools will dismiss one hour early on Friday, March 6. Bus students will be dismissed at 2:10, GS students at 2:15 and remaining JH/HS students at 2:20. Thank you.
Friday, March 6 marks the end of the 3rd quarter! Triopia Schools will dismiss one hour early on Friday, March 6.
PRIDE - Students of the Week for March 2: Bryson Beck, 1st grade son of Shawn and Carrie Beck of Arenzville and Lillie Stucker, 6th grade daughter of Jason Stucker of Chapin and Renee Stucker of Arenzville. Congratulations Bryson and Lillie!
We hope you can join us! We have a fun evening planned!
Cooperation - Students of the Week for February 24: Sawyer Smith, 1st grade son of Brady and Megan Smith of rural Jacksonville and Eli Thompson, 3rd grade son of Cody and Erica Thompson of Arenzville. Congratulations Sawyer and Eli!
The Culver-Stockton College Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band came to Triopia today to perform for Mrs. Burchard's JH and HS Band/Choir classes. It was quite a performance and experience for our music department.
We had 3 more groups escape the #SamplesAndPopulations escape room in Ms. Lynn's Math 7 class last week. Congratulations to these 3 groups!
Do you know of any 3 or 4 year olds in the Triopia District?
REMINDER: Pre-K Screening Registration - next Tuesday - March 10 - or please call GS Office to set up appt for Screening on Monday, April 6, 2020.
Have questions, call the GS Office at 217-457-2281 x1030.
From the Superintendent's Desk-March 2020
Correction - TRIOPIA plays at 7:30 this evening!
Reminder - tonight’s HS Boys Regional Semifinal games are ON at Triopia for this evening. Payson v. Western at 6:00 and TRIOPIA v. Calvary ay 8:30.
There will be a chicken and noodle dinner from 5-7 in the cafeteria! Come out and support the Trojans this evening!
Yesterday, Mrs. Price’s Middle East history class held a Turkish coffee house activity with coffees delivered by Isaac! #triopia
Ms. Lynn’s 7th Grade math created an Escape Room over #SamplesAndPopulations and these 3 were the the only ones to escape. Congratulations!
Triopia Schools will be closed today, Wednesday, February 26, due to weather conditions. Tonights HS boys regional games will be played as scheduled. Thank you.
Night #2 of the Triopia High School Boys Basketball Regional is tonight! ISD plays Triopia at 6:00. Griggsville-Perry faces off against Springfield Calvary at 7:30. Come on out and watch some hoops!
Triopia is hosting a IHSA boys regional bracket this week. Tonight, there are two games. At 6:00, Payson-Seymour plays Pleasant Hill. At 7:30, Barry-Western plays North Greene. Come out and watch some early March Madness! #triopia
Freewill Donation Fundraising Dinner
to benefit the THS Volleyball Team
Wednesday, Feb 26 - 5:00-7:00 PM in the cafeteria before the high school boys regional game (which starts at 7:30)
Menu will be: Chicken and Noodles, mashed potatoes, corn, dinner rolls, and desserts
Early Bird Drawing is TONIGHT for the Triopia Athletic Booster Powerful Dreams Fundraiser - HS Boys Basketball last home game of the regular season v. Franklin - JV will tip off at 6:15 - Varsity game to follow. Come out and support the Trojans!
Do you know of any 3 or 4 year olds in the Triopia District? REMINDER: Pre-K Screening Registration - March 10 - or please call GS Office to set up appt for Screening on Monday, April 6.
After being down for a while, the Triopia digital sign is now functioning again with a larger, more clear display! In the spring, the sign will be refurbished with paint and decals. This sign is yet another way the community can stay informed on district happenings. #triopia
Join us as we celebrate FFA next week:
February 24 - 28, 2020
Monday - Pajama Day
Tuesday - Raised in a Barn Day (Favorite Animal)
Wednesday - Blue and Gold FFA Day
Thursday - Cowboy/Cowgirl or Flannel Day
Friday - John Deere v. Case IH or Ford v. Chevy Day
All staff and students PK-12 are welcome to participate.
Congratulations to Kloee Davis as she has been selected as one of the January Junior High Students of the Month. Kloee is an 8th grader who is involved in basketball, volleyball, poms, and she also serves as her class Secretary. Please take a few minutes to get to know Kloee by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/yn08jex0hhk
Congratulations to Riddick Workman as he has been selected as the January Underclassman Student of the Month. Riddick is a Freshman who is involved in track, scholastic bowl, and serves as the freshman class president. Please take a few minutes to get to know Riddick by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/eXtJ32b1vb8
Congratulations to Brayden Weimer as he has been selected as the January Upperclassman Student of the Month. Brayden is a Junior who is involved in scholastic bowl, track, band, and serves as his classes treasurer. Please take a few minutes to get to know Brayden by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/BHCPQ4OdZKA
Congratulations to Rilyn Waid as she has been selected as one of the January Junior High Students of the Month. Rilyn is an 8th grader who is involved in softball, basketball, volleyball, and track. Please take a few minutes to get to know Rilyn by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/yn08jex0hhk
Mark your calendars...
Grade School Teacher Position For 2020-2021 School Year
Cooperation - Students of the Week for February 18: Trance Savage, Kindergarten grandson of Shari Farris of Arenzville and Anna Isringhausen, 6th grade daughter of Tony and Amanda Isringhausen of Arenzville. Congratulations Trance and Anna!
Come out Friday Night and support the Trojans!
Italian Dinner in the cafeteria 4:45-7 PM
(free will donation)
Full Night of boys basketball v. South County
5:00 PM - Freshman Game
6:00 PM - JV Game
Senior Night Recognition - Basketball/Cheerleading
Varsity Game to follow
One last chance to shop the Scholastic Book Fair - TONIGHT until 6:00 PM in the cafeteria.
Cooperation - Students of the Week for February 10: Jacob Goodrich, 2nd grade son of Katelynn Tapley and Matthew Goodrich of Arenzville and Tenley Musch, 3rd grade daughter of Nick and Brook Musch of Chapin . Congratulations Jacob and Tenley!
The last day the Scholastic Book Fair will be OPEN is tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19 from 1:30-6:00 PM in the cafeteria. We hope you can stop by!
Miss Laurie visited with Mrs. Bunfill's 5th grade class and they discussed their favorites. They helped set the menu for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19:
Chicken Nachos, Romaine Lettuce Salad, Apple Slices with Caramel and Peanut Butter, Cookie Cake and Milk.
Today, Renata Elvey from the College Board presented to our 7th-12th grade teachers on the SAT Suite of Assessments. She gave many tips on not only how to better prepare our students for the SAT, but also some suggestions on how to find gaps in our instruction. Staff from Bluffs and Virginia were also able to join us. #triopia
Happy Valentines Day from the faculty & staff at Triopia CUSD #27!
Triopia Schools will be in session tomorrow, Friday, February 14 and be running emergency bus routes both morning and afternoon. Also, we will dismiss 2 hours early for school improvement. Bus students will be dismissed at 1:10, GS students at 1:15 and remaining JH/HS students at 1:20.
Lunch menu will pizza, as listed on menu!
Thank you!
The last day the Scholastic Book Fair will be OPEN is Wednesday, February 19 from 1:30-6:00 PM in the cafeteria. #triopia #scholasticbookfair
The HS girls play for the Regional Championship TONIGHT at 7 PM in White Hall (North Greene) v. Carrollton. The 3pt contest will start at 5:30 PM. Go Lady Trojans!
Triopia Schools will be closed today, Thursday, February 13, due to weather conditions. Thank you.
No time to visit the Scholastic Book Fair? Shop online now through February 20. All orders will ship
home. Free shipping on book-only orders over $25. Visit scholastic.com/fair to find our school.
Triopia Schools will be dismissing 2 hours early today due to weather conditions. Bus students at 1:10 and remaining students at 1:15. There will be no afternoon PreK. Also all evening practices and activities are canceled, including little league sign ups, the book fair and the concert.
Book Fair is OPEN at Triopia - it will be open through the school day today and tomorrow from 8:30-6:30 tomorrow.
Have your ticket for the Powerful Dreams Banquet yet? Early Bird Drawing is Friday, February 21! #triopia
Tickets are available at the Chapin State Bank - Paul Miller, First National Bank of Arenzville - Amanda Thompson and the from the following individuals: Dean Werries, Kirk Strubbe, Cindy Littleton, Coach Brockhouse, Coach Thompson, Brian Burrus, Paul Reynolds, Ryan Miller, Gerry Beard and Pete Wessler.
Contact Pete Wessler if you would prefer to pay with Venmo!
Today Mr. Dean presented to some of the sixth graders about the superintendency. He spoke about school districts, boards, and the duties of the superintendent. He also included some trivia and life advice for good measure! #triopia
NO SCHOOL - Monday, February 17
Early Dismissal for School Improvement on Friday, February 14.
Post Prom Meeting on Sunday, February 9 @ 12:30 PM in the Triopia cafeteria.
Tonight's Line up for Triopia Athletics:
NHS hosting Pulled Pork Meal 5:30-7:30 in the HS cafeteria (portion of proceeds will be donated to the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight)
HS Girls Basketball v. Brown County - 6:00 PM
*Senior Night*
5/6 Grade Boys Basketball v. Winchester - 6:00 PM
GS Gym
Freshman Boys Basketball @ New Berlin - 6:00 PM; bus 4:45
HS Boys Basketball Practice 3:45-5:15 PM
HS Girls Volleyball Practice 3:45-5:15 PM
Come out and support the Trojans!
1st grade students learning about clocks and telling time today! #triopia
Triopia Schools will be in session today, Thursday, February 6 and will be running emergency bus routes both morning and afternoon.
Thank you!
Cooperation - Students of the Week for February 3: Evan Hartsock, Kindergarten son of Brian and Kate Hartsock of Concord and Drew Springman, son of Andrew Springman and Jessica Davis of Chapin. Congratulations Evan and Drew!
Triopia Schools will be dismissing 2 hours early today due to weather conditions.
Bus Students will be dismissed at 1:10, GS students at 1:15 and remaining JH/HS students at 1:20.
There will be no afternoon Pre-K.
All practices and games are canceled for this evening.
World Read Aloud Day is TODAY, February 5, 2020! The worldwide event from Scholastic and the global literacy nonprofit LitWorld calls attention to reading aloud and sharing stories. Now in its 11th year and celebrated in over 173 countries, World Read Aloud Day is a wonderful reminder of the power and importance of this best practice.
An abundance of research points to how reading aloud is both beneficial and beloved. Widely-known guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parent-child home reading beginning from birth. A landmark report also uncovered that reading aloud to children is the single most important activity for building their knowledge for eventual success in reading. Furthermore, the Scholastic Kids & Family Reading Report™: 7th Edition shows that more than 80% of both kids and parents love or like read-aloud time because they consider it a special time together.
Learn more at http://oomscholasticblog.com/post/mark-your-calendar-world-read-aloud-day-february-5-2020.
Ms. Ayres’ Biology class did an activity on Ecology and used common household items (tweezers, clothes pin, spoons, and hair clips) as “beaks” to show the different kinds of species. They used their “beaks” to pick as much food off the ground as they could in 30 seconds. The class gathered data to show what “”beak” worked the best.
The HS Boys Basketball game v. Calhoun is cancelled tonight.
It is rescheduled for Monday, February 10.
Little Cheer and Pom Camp participants will perform on Monday during halftime of the varsity game.
Also all Tri County youth basketball players are invited to Monday's game and will be admitted for free, if they wear their Tri-County tshirt.
The 8th grade boys basketball team and parents will also be recognized.
The Class of 2024 is selling Strawberries - all orders are due Friday, February 14 - see any 8th grader, Miss Lynn or Mrs. Price to order. Strawberries will be delivered in March.
From the Superintendent's Desk-February 2020
Tri-County Youth Basketball @ Triopia - Feb 1
Reminder tomorrow is the little pom and cheer camp from 9:00-12:00 at Triopia. Please drop off and pick up students by the cafeteria/elementary school doors in the front or back of the building. Thank you.
Congratulations to our 3rd grade and 7th grade classes - they had the highest percentage for attendance in January. Both classes will be rewarded with donuts!! #triopia #attendancematters
Triopia Grade School celebrated their 100th day by presenting $1,350.00 to the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight today!
A HUGE thank you to all who contributed to our collection! #triopia #landoflincolnhonorflight
Happy 100th Day of School
Join us for this years Powerful Dreams Banquet
Saturday, March 21, 2020
Early bird drawing will take place at the HS Boys last home basketball game on February 21.
Tickets are available at the Chapin State Bank - Paul Miller, First National Bank of Arenzville - Amanda Thompson and the from the following individuals: Dean Werries, Kirk Strubbe, Cindy Littleton, Coach Brockhouse, Coach Thompson, Brian Burrus, Paul Reynolds, Ryan Miller, Gerry Beard and Pete Wessler.
Come out tomorrow evening (Thursday, January 30) and support the Lady Trojans!
The HS girls basketball team will take on Camp Point at home - JV at 6 with Varsity to follow.
The JH volleyball game will be played AT Meredosia!
Tomorrow will be class color day in connection with the 100th day of school! It is the last day to bring a donation as our 100th day collection this year will be presented to the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight.
The Illinois 5 Essentials Parent Survey is only open until February 14 - we are at 6% completion :( our goal is to have at least 20% of parents participate.
Your voice matters! Please click the link below to take the survey:
http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois
Miss Laurie visited with Mrs. Strubbe's 4th grade class and they discussed their favorites. They helped set the menu for tomorrow, January 29:
Walking Tacos, Shredded Lettuce Salad, Corn Bread, Strawberry Cups, Bomb Pop and Milk.
Do you know of any 3 or 4 year olds in the Triopia District?
REMINDER: Pre-K Screening Registration - March 10- or please call GS Office to set up appt for Screening on Monday, April 6.
On Monday, February 3rd the Junior Class of Meredosia-Chambersburg is hosting a pork chop dinner at Meredosia-Chambersburg High School. It’s from 4:00-7:00 PM. The high school girls basketball team plays that night starting at 6:00 PM. The cost for a sandwich will be $4.00. The cost for a sandwich, chips, and dessert will be $5.00. Come out and Support the M-C Junior Class!
There will be a pulled pork dinner prior to the HS girls basketball game on Feb. 6 - A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight!
Attitude - Students of the Week for January 21 and 27: Clara Miller, 2nd grade daughter of Ryan and Abbie Miller of Concord and Jackson Crews, 3rd grade son of Josh and Laura Crews of rural Chapin. Congratulations Clara and Jack!
With the use of the emergency days last week, our 100th day will now be on Thursday, January 30.
Remember grade school classes are collecting money to donate to the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight. #triopia
Junior and Senior parents please plan on attending our post prom meeting. This will be held Sunday January 26th at 1:00pm in the cafeteria at Triopia. Hope to see you there!
All activities for tomorrow, Saturday, January 25 are ON as scheduled:
Tri-County Youth Basketball at Bluffs
JH Volleyball Tournament at Triopia - 9 AM
7th Boys Basketball Regional at Liberty - 10 AM; bus at 8:15 AM
JV Boys Basketball at VIT - 10:15 AM; bus 8:30 AM
Plenty of opportunities to cheer on the Trojans!
Updated Lunch Menu for the Week of January 27: Monday - Ham Steak, Banana Muffin, Corn Casserole, Applesauce and Milk Tuesday - Beef and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Cooked Carrots, Peach Cups and Milk Wednesday - Walking Tacos, Cornbread, Romaine Lettuce Salad, Strawberry Cups, Bomb Pop and Milk Thursday - GS - Pepperoni Calzone, Romaine Lettuce Salad, Blueberry Yogurt Parfait, Mixed Fruit and Milk JH/HS - Baked Potato Bar, Romaine Lettuce Salad, Blueberry Yogurt Parfait, Mixed Fruit and Milk Friday - GS - Ham Pizza, Cauliflower with Ranch, Apple Slices, Rice Krispy Treat and Milk JH/HS - Ham Pizza OR Buffalo Chicken Pizza, Cauliflower with Ranch, Apple Slices, Rice Krispy Treat and Milk
Spring Break Update: We have used three "emergency days" have so far in the school year, so as of now there will be no school on March 26 or 27, 2020.
This is subject to change. :)
Triopia Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 24 due to weather conditions. All activities, games and practices are also canceled. Thank you.
Another “Sporting a Winning Attitude” Report! Thanks to our players, coaches and fans for their great behavior! Also, thanks to Brown County for the same! #triopia
Triopia Schools will be closed today, Thursday, January 23 due to weather conditions. All activities, games and practices are also canceled. Thank you.
We have had reports of head lice at Triopia Grade School. Head lice can be common in school settings due to close contact of children. If you child does get lice, please call the school so we can check the entire class.
After a report last night, we took more precautions today and had students that share lockers put all their belongings in trash bags so nothing is touching. Head lice is very contagious. To minimize the risk or repeated outbreaks, remind your children not to share items such as combs, brushes, scarves, hats, headphones, etc.
Head lice can also survive for about half a day without a human host and cannot live on family pets. Please see the documents on our website that explain detection, treatment and prevention in more detail. If you have further questions, please contact Mrs. Hobrock.
JH Volleyball is having an early game @ Virginia today beginning at 5:00 bus leaves at 4:20. We apologize for the confusion. Thank you!
Reminder: Pork Chop Dinner before the ballgame tonight!
The FFA Alumni Auction was a big success. Thank you to all the alumni, students, friends, and family for their support. A big shout out to Ms. Harmon and the Triopia FFA.
Lady Trojans are NG tournament CHAMPS. They beat Pittsfield today by the score of 40-33. Anna Burrus and Sarah Evans received All Tournament Honors as well. Congratulation ladies!
Congratulations also to our high school boys basketball team on a 71-49 victory over North Greene to receive the consolation championship at the Winchester Invitational Tournament! Bell with 27 points and 18 rebounds. #triopia
Congratulations to the Lady Trojan high school basketball team for their 40-33 win today over Pittsfield to take home the championship of the North Greene Tournament! #triopia
Tri-County Youth Basketball League for today, Saturday, January 18 is on and all games will be played at Meredosia.
Also, due to scheduling, we will be recognizing the Tri-County youth basketball players on Tuesday, February 4 (not Tuesday, January 21). On February 4, the students that wear their Tri-County shirts will be admitted to the game free and will be invited to join the team on the floor during starting lineups.
Thank you.
HS Boys Basketball game has been moved to 3:00 PM on Saturday, January 18. They will play for the consolation championship at Winchester Tournament.
All practices and activities for this evening, Friday, January 17 are canceled.
Triopia Schools will dismiss at 11:30 am today. No afternoon Pre-K. All K-12 students will be fed lunch prior to dismissal.
Stay tuned for activity announcements.
We are quickly approaching the 100th Day of School – January 28, 2020!
Every year we collect donations to make a contribution to a local organization. Classes will begin collecting money on Wednesday, January 22. Students are encouraged to bring in any denomination of coins (or bills) – pennies are not required! An assembly will be held on the 100th day, where we will present all the funds collected to the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight representatives.
Funds collected this year will be donated to: Land of Lincoln Honor Flight – this experience is free to the veterans, but costs $525 to actually send them. Our hope is that Triopia Grade School can sponsor at least 2 veterans on the Honor Flight.
Attitude - Students of the Week for January 13: Tyson Fanshier, kindergarten son of Andy and Abby Fanshier of rural Jacksonville and Madalynn Werries, 5th grade daughter of Amber Werries and Matt Werries of Chapin. Congratulations Tyson and Madalynn!
In January all Seniors are invited to a scholarship writing workshop being presented by Lincoln Land's Michelle Burger. This workshop is not geared solely for LLCC students, but all students who want help applying for scholarships.
Senior parents are reminded that scholarship season is upon us and that scholarships are posted on this website for students to easily access at any time.
Triopia NHS is sponsoring a Blood Drive on Thursday, January 23 from 1:30-5:00 PM in the HS foyer. To schedule an appt, please call the Community Blood Center at (800) 747-5401 or book online at www.bloodcenterimpact.org. Last Date to Donate Elsewhere: 11/28/2019 Use Group Sponsor Code 60012 to schedule online.
Junior and senior parents: There will be a post prom meeting on Sunday, January 26 at 1:00 PM at Triopia in the cafeteria.
Come out and support the Trojans!
Join us on Saturday!
Little Cheer & Poms Camp Registration is due Wednesday, January 15!
Kindergarten Registration and Pre-K Screening Registration - March 10, 2020
Please share!
Tri-County Youth Basketball has been canceled for this morning, Saturday, January 11. Thank you.
Tri County youth basketball has been cancelled for Saturday due to forecast. Also the jv boys basketball tournament at South Fulton has been postponed to a later date. Thank you!
Spa Day?? Students partnered up in Mrs. Wardell’s Ceramic class to create plaster masks. Check out the creativity!
Current Triopia students who will turn 18 before November 3rd, 2020 are encouraged to register to vote on Friday, January 17th before school (7:30a-8:30a) in the high school office. Students will need to bring a government issued picture ID (driver's license).
Questions can be directed to Mrs. Surratt at 217-457-2281 or asurratt@triopiacusd27.org
Report cards are now available for you to view on TeacherEase. Thank you!
Attitude - Students of the Week for January 7: Harleigh Rudisill, 1st grade daughter of Mackinzie Rudisill of Chapin and Chloe Ham, 4th grade daughter of Nathan and Shannon Ham of Arenzville. Congratulations Harleigh and Chloe!
Kindness - Students of the Week for December 16: Adalynn Alcorn , kindergarten daughter of Matthew Alcorn and Brittany Thomason of rural Beardstown and Kollin and Kristian Menge, 6th grade sons of Terry and Nicole Menge of Chapin. Congratulations Ady, Kollin and Kristian!
School resumes tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7. Grade school parents, please make sure students dress appropriately as recess will be outdoors.
Tri-County Youth Basketball Schedules
Happy New Year!
Triopia beats North Greene 63-55 in the Consolation Championship at the Waverly Holiday Tournament! #triopia
Triopia Schools is anticipating an opening and seeking applications for the following:
One-on-One Paraprofessional
Immediate start - for more information, please contact Mr. Dean at adean@triopiacusd27.org or Mrs. Hobrock at jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org.
The next Tri-County youth basketball practice is Sunday January 5 from 4:00-5:15 pm at Triopia.
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season...
2nd grade enjoyed making volcanos today! #triopia
Congratulations to Broc Moore as he is being recognized for the Upperclassmen Student of the Month for Triopia CUSD #27. Broc is a senior who is involved in football, basketball, baseball, National Honor Society, and Student Council. Please take a few minutes to get to know Broc through a short interview by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/7HlkTin9Vzk
Congratulations to Jake Mueller as he is being recognized for the Underclassmen Student of the Month for Triopia CUSD #27. Jake is a freshman who is involved in football, basketball, baseball, and high school student council. Please take a few minutes to get to know Jake through a short interview by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/3_8tC_NyyK0
All Tri-County Youth Basketball players are invited to attend the HS Boys Basketball game on Tuesday, January 21. If students wear their Tri-County shirt, they will be admitted into the game for free!
For those Trojan fans headed to Meredosia for tonight’s HS boys basketball game - there is a bridge out on the Arenzville-Meredosia Rd, located just past Burrus Seed Farms. Please plan an alternate route.
Tuesday’s lunch menu will remain the same as listed.
Triopia Schools will be in session tomorrow, Tuesday, December 17 and will run emergency bus routes in the morning.
Reminder: Exam schedule is posted for the jr-sr. high students.
Early Dismissal - Friday, December 20
JH/HS Exam Schedule
Correction: Triopia Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, December 16 due to weather conditions. All extra curricular activities are also canceled. An updated final exam schedule for the junior-senior high students will be shared on website and social media.
TRI-County youth basketball practice for today (Sunday, December 15) has been canceled.
Congratulations to the 7th grade boys basketball team on winning the Morgan County Tournament by defeating Our Saviors 43-32.
Trojan Socks are IN... orders will be sent home today or Monday. If you didn't order and are in need of a pair or two, please contact Mrs. Hobrock at jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org or 217-457-2281 x1032.
$15/each
The Lady Trojans will take on North Greene this evening at home. JV will play 2 quarters beginning at 6:00 PM and the varsity game will follow around 6:45. The little campers will be able to participate in relays and activities in between the JV and Varsity games. The junior high girls will be announced at halftime of the varsity game. Come out for a fun evening and cheer on the Lady Trojans!
Miss Laurie visited with Mrs. Skultety's 3rd grade class and they discussed their favorites. They helped set the menu for today, December 12. The menu is (their favorites - as a class): Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Strawberries, Big Hash Brown and Cinnamon Roll.
Congratulations to Eric Caldwell, Eli Embley, Connor Musch, Rachel Nelson, and Sam Stanberry as they are the newest members of the Triopia National Honor Society Chapter. Students are selected for induction based on the four pillars of NHS which are character, scholarship, leadership, and service. This is a prestigious honor and we are very proud of all Triopia NHS members.
Happy National App Day!
Did you know Triopia CUSD 27 has an app?
It’s Everything Triopia, in your pocket.
Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2QbQBoQ or iPhone: https://apple.co/2QdIMPs.
All students and staff are encouraged to join in next week for fun holiday dress up days!
Kindness - Students of the Week for December 9: Lakyn Wellenkamp, kindergarten daughter of Luke Wellenkamp and Krish Dobson of Arenzville and Graycen Embley, 4th grade son of Patrick and Kelli Embley of Jacksonville. Congratulations Lakyn and Graycen!
If you are interested in purchasing a Double T Pop-socket, please contact Mrs. Hobrock at jhobrock@triopiacusd27.org or 217-457-2284 x1032.
Student Council ringing bells for the Salvation Army this weekend.
Sports Patch Order Form - all orders are due by December 19 to the HS office.
The Trojans will play in the Waverly Holiday Tournament starting December 26...
On December 6th, Catherine Henebry of the American Heart Association visited Mr. Moore's 8th grade Health class to speak about the dangers of vaping and maintaining good heart health.
The HS boys basketball game will be played at ISD this evening - Varsity ONLY - Game time is 6:15 pm.
Kindness - Students of the Week for December 2: Grace Crews, 1st grade daughter of Josh and Laura Crews of Chapin and Mason Krohe, 3rd grade son of Kevin and Martha Krohe of Chapin. Congratulations Grace and Mason!
Thanks to everyone who came out for the holiday program! We had a full house and the students did a great job! Special thanks to Mrs. Burchard and the students for all the hard work!
Happy Holidays from all the students and staff at Triopia Grade School!
Enjoying recess outside! #triopia
See the link below for a radio interview with Mr. Dean this morning that took place on WLDS regarding his monthly newsletter.
https://wlds.com/audio/triopia-superintendent-adam-dean-reminder-for-fans-12-3-am-conversation/
Congratulations to our alumni who won the championship in the “Battle of the Cass County Alumni” on Saturday, November 30th in Virginia.
Good Evening:
Yesterday I posted a newsletter discussing poor sportsmanship and the effect it can have on the need for officials and coaches statewide. The newsletter was spread throughout the internet via social media. WICS News Channel 20 asked today to do a story and an interview with me and Coach Thompson regarding this newsletter. The story that aired today and that was shared online misrepresented my statements. The title even states, “Bad Behavior from Triopia sports fans causes shortage in coaches”. My comments were aimed at all fans, not just our own. In fact, I reiterated several times during the interview today that our fans are some of the best in the state. I even stated this in the newsletter.
To clarify what was stated in the story, the IHSA does not wave fees for coaches, although the district does usually pay for the cost of someone who takes coaching classes. IHSA has waved fees for those wanting to become officials.
I apologize to our communities for the way this was all represented. I ask that all fans statewide, or even nationwide, just think before you speak at athletic contests. If you have specific questions, see the newsletter yourself and you can determine what I really meant.
Proud, as always, to be a Triopia Trojan,
Adam Dean
Superintendent
The holiday program will take place on Wednesday, December 4 at 6:00 PM. Students are asked to report to their classrooms at 5:40. Thank you.
Congratulations to the 8th Grade class on winning the November Attendance Challenge. The 8th grade class only missed a combined 8 days during the month of November. The class will receive Buffalo Wild Wings as a reward. The challenge will start over for the month of December.
Congratulations to Ally Bridgewater as she is being recognized for the November Underclassman Student of the Month for Triopia. Ally is a Freshman and is involved in Volleyball, Student Council, Yearbook, and serves as the Vice President of her class. Please take a few minutes to get to know Ally through a short interview by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/JrjRj03GRFA
Congratulations to Collin Caldwell as he is being recognized for the Junior High Student of the Month for Triopia CUSD #27. Collin is an 8th grade student who is involved in baseball, track, and serves as his class treasurer. Please take a few minutes to get to know Collin through a short interview by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/W5rIQOuijzM
Congratulations to Jayla Waid as she is being recognized for the November Upperclassman of the Month for Triopia CUSD #27. Jayla is involved in Volleyball, Softball, and Student Council. Please take a few minutes to get to know Jayla through a short interview by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/JCwmgI8E5og
The #ScholasticBookFair has arrived! Be sure to stop by Monday, December 2 from 8:30-3:00 PM, Tuesday, December 3 from 8:30-12:00 PM or Wednesday, December 4 (5:00-7:00 PM) before or after the holiday program! All purchases benefit our school!
From the Superintendent's Desk-December 2019
Come out and watch some basketball as the Battle of Cass County is tomorrow - Saturday, November 30 in Virginia - Triopia alumni will play at 6:00 v. Beardstown. #gotrojans
The faculty & staff at Triopia School District would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
The Kindergarten and 1st grade classes enjoying their “Friendsgiving” today!
Responsibility - Students of the Week for November 25: Kaden McCormick, 1st grade son of Bryce and Kara McCormick of Chapin and Jealene Clayton, 6th grade daughter of Todd and Rhonda Clayton of Concord. Congratulations Kaden and Jealene!
We're now offering a new, cash-free payment option called e-Wallet, making it easier for kids to buy books! Set up your account today, so your child will be ready when their class comes to the book fair!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/parent-how-it-works.html
When we reduce chronic absence we improve graduation rates, increase academic achievement and give young people the best chance at success in their adult life. #schooleveryday #triopia
Triopia Schools will dismiss one hour early on Wednesday, Nov. 27. Bus students will be dismissed at 2:10 - grade school students at 2:15 - and remaining junior high and high school students at 2:20. No School on Thursday, Nov. 28 or Friday, Nov. 29.
Thank you!
No time to visit the book fair? Shop online now through December 6. All orders will ship home! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/cptoolkit/homepage.do?method=homepage&url=triopiagradeschool2019
All purchases benefit our school!
If you can have Doughnuts with Dads or Muffins with Moms, why not have a Gum with Grads event?
Please help spread the word to our 2019 graduates that we would love to see them back at school on Wednesday, November 27 to talk to our current seniors about life after graduation!
Mark your calendars Triopia Grade School Book Fair week starts December 2! All purchases benefit our school!
From field to table with Mrs. Hadden! #agintheclassroom #triopia
Reading makes a difference!
5th and 6th grade Band Concert was held this evening - the students have been working very hard and it so wonderful to hear the progress they are making!
Family Reading Night - thanks to everyone who came out and enjoyed in the fun!
Reminder: Pie Pickup for those that sold pies is this Friday, November 22 from 3:30-4:30 in the cafeteria. Please make arrangements for your pies to be picked up. Thank you.
Responsibility - Students of the Week for November 18: Quinn Deaver, Kindergarten daughter of Travis and Meghan Deaver of Arenzville and Ava Hartsock, 3rd grade daughter of Brian and Kate Hartsock of Concord. Congratulations Quinn and Ava!
Please accept our deepest apologies for the message that went out about the holiday program tonight - it was an error.
The holiday program will take place on Wednesday, December 4 at 6:00 PM. Students are asked to report to their classrooms at 5:40. Thank you.
Reminder: Family Reading Night is tomorrow, Wednesday, November 20 at 5:30 PM. Registration will begin at 5:15 in the office hallway. To end the evening, the 5th and 6th grade band will perform at 6:30 PM in the grade school gym.
Hope you can join us!
Mr. Anderson visited Mrs. Pahlmann's 1st grade class in October for Science. The students had been learning about animals, animal parts, and how animals survive during the Life Science unit. Mr. Anderson taught the first graders about bats and other animals. During his visit, students saw skeletons of different animals and saw many different types of bats. They learned interesting facts, like bats have fingers and a thumb! They learned so much from him! We hope to invite Mr. Anderson back for another visit in the future. #triopia
Blood Drive TODAY!
Improving attendance is not rocket science, but it does take commitment, collaboration and tailored approaches to the particular strengths and challenges of each school or community. Let’s do it! #schooleveryday #triopia
Triopia Archery (NASP) has started! All "archers" are having a blast! Thank you to all of our grant donors which helped provide all of our equipment:
Tri-County Gobblers---National Wild Turkey Federation,
United Bowhunters of Illinois,
National Archery in the Schools Program, and
Land of Lincoln Whitetails Unlimited. #triopia
Have you turned in your Family Reading Night form? For planning purposes, it is important that you return so we can plan accordingly!
Forms are due tomorrow, November 14.
Family Reading Night is Wednesday, November 20 from 5:30-6:30 PM.
Today 19 Juniors and seniors spent the day in Springfield. They toured the LLCC Workforce Development Center in the morning, learning about career training programs such as culinary arts, welding, and mechanic programs. I'm the afternoon they attend the Building Trades Fair put on by the local unions from several trades. Each station had hands-on activities that related to that specific trade. #triopia
NHS is sponsoring a Blood Drive on Tuesday!
Responsibility - Students of the Week for November 11: Lydia Dean, 1st grade daughter of Adam and Meredith Dean of Jacksonville and Addalyn McCormick, 4th grade daughter of Bryce and Kara McCormick. Congratulations Lydia and Addayln!
Triopia Grade School students are selling St. Louis Cardinals calendars - only $15 each - orders are due TOMORROW, November 13. Calendars will be in before Christmas.
See any GS student or contact Mrs. Hobrock if you'd like to order!
Missing 10% of school days, just 2 days each month, can put children at risk of academic failure. #schooleveryday #triopia
Triopia Schools will run emergency bus routes tomorrow, November 12 in the morning.
Thank you!
All practices and meetings for this evening (November 11) have been canceled. The Junior High boys basketball game at Winchester is still on at this time.
Thank you.
REMINDER: There will be a parent/player meeting for all students interested in playing junior high volleyball TOMORROW, Monday, November 11 at 6:00 PM in the Triopia cafeteria. (This is for anyone in grades 6th-8th at Triopia or Meredosia)
Triopia Schools will dismiss 2 hours early on Monday, November 11 - bus students will be dismissed at 1:10, grade school students at 1:15 and jr. high and high school students at 1:20.
The new scoreboard is up. Thanks to all of our donors/advertisers! The new wall mats are up. Thanks to our athletic boosters! We are ready for the high school basketball season! #triopia
The Greenfield PTO will be serving a fundraiser dinner at the Jr High Girls game tonight. They will begin serving at 5:30 Pulled pork sandwich chips green beans applesauce pie cookies/drinks
Please mark you calendars to join us...
Responsibility - Students of the Week for November 4: Lane Fricke, 2nd grade son of Jason and Dana Fricke of Concord and Sam Miller, 5th grade son of Ryan and Abbie Miller. Congratulations Lane and Sam!
We hope you can join us for the program on November 11 to honor our veterans.
Preschoolers who miss too much school don’t develop reading, math & social skills as quickly as their peers. #schooleveryday #triopia
Triopia Grade School presents... Family Reading Night!
Wednesday, November 20 - 5:30-6:30 PM
Reading Night will include stops in multiple classrooms for reading activities followed by the 5th/6th grade band concert!
Mark your calendar now - more information to come!
There will be a parent/player meeting for all students interested in playing junior high volleyball on Monday, November 11 at 6:00 PM in the Triopia cafeteria.
Miss Laurie visited with Mrs. Hess's 2nd grade class and they discussed their favorites. They helped set the menu for tomorrow, November 5. The menu will be (their favorites - as a class): Cheeseburger on Bun, Emoji Fries, Watermelon, Oreo Fluff and Milk.
From the Superintendent's Desk-November 2019
Trojan Sock Fundraiser - orders are due November 15.
Order Online NOW: https://triopiasockfundraiser.itemorder.com/
Order forms will be sent home with GS students on Friday. JH/HS students can pick up order forms outside the office.
GS students enjoy their reward for turning in their monthly reading forms this month!
Thanks to the cafeteria crew for the special lunch today... mummy hot dogs, creepy carrots, monster Mac and cheese and dirt dessert with wiggly worms! #triopia
Citizenship - Students of the Week for October 28: McKinley DeWitt, Kindergarten daughter of Matt and Erica DeWitt of rural Meredosia and Alyssa Caldwell, 6th grade daughter of Joe and Anita Caldwell of Chapin. Congratulations McKinley and Alyssa!
Citizenship - Students of the Week for October 21: Abigail Carie, 3rd grade daughter of Rick and Alisha Carie of Concord and Sydney Skirvin, 5th grade daughter of Brett and Tori Skirvin of Chapin. Congratulations Abigail and Sydney!
For the week of October 28, Triopia is pleased to spotlight paraprofessional Mrs. Melissa Kaffenberger. Mrs. Kaffenberger graduated from Triopia and Lincoln Christian University with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. She enjoys working with the grade school students in math and writing, but her favorite is helping supervise during library time when Mrs. Forsman reads to the kids.
Outside of school, Mrs. Kaffenberger enjoys attending her kids’ Trojan sporting events, cleaning houses, naps, and occasionally going out to eat.
Mrs. Kaffenberger said her favorite thing about Triopia is that it is home to her and the Trojan community is family, everyone is very nice and helpful. Mrs. Kaffenberger loves to fish, but doesn’t go very often because she hates bugs flying in her face or landing on her! She loves to bake, but would rather nap and she cleans houses, but her house is always a mess!
We are glad to have Mrs. Kaffenberger at Triopia this year! #triopia
Chronic absence affects all kids, not just the absent ones. Let's get our kids to school every day! #SchoolEveryDay #triopia
Triopia Grade School students are selling St. Louis Cardinals calendars - only $15 each - orders are due by November 13. Calendars will be in before Christmas.
See any GS student or contact Mrs. Hobrock if you'd like to order!
Trooper Molloy stopped by to visit Mr. Thompson’s Driver’s Education class today to present on a variety teen driving issues. We appreciate Trooper Molloy taking the time to visit us at #Triopia.
Food Drive Updated Class Totals...
PK-26
K-17
1L-7
1P-118 *currently in 1st place in the GS
2-65
3-13
4-76
5-22
6B-11
6S-26
7-30
8-31
9-45 *currently in 1st place in the JH/HS
10-31
11-0
12-7
Last Day to Donate is TOMORROW!!
Can Food Drive Tallies this far... Last Day to Donate is Tuesday!
PK-12
K-17
1L-4
1P-75
2-37
3-4
4-62
5-20
6B-0
6S-14
The GS class that brings in the highest percentage will win a PIZZA party!
7-20
8-7
9-45
10-31
11-0
12-7
The JH/HS class that brings in the most will WIN a ice cream party!
The 5 Essentials Survey is now available for parents. Please consider taking a few minutes to complete this survey as we appreciate your input. Please note that this survey is anonymous and all feedback is important for the future of Triopia CUSD #27.
http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Shoutout to Mrs. Burchard and our Fine Arts students. The concert tonight was awesome. Our students are very talented and did an awesome job.
Triopia Schools will NOT be in session on Friday, October 25.
Early Dismissal - Wednesday and Thursday due to Parent/Teacher Conferences
At least 8 million students miss 10% of the school year nationwide. Let’s help all students be in #SchoolEveryDay #triopia
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, October 23 and Thursday, October 24 from 3:30-7:30 each night. Grade School students should have brought home a note to sign up for a time slot. JH/HS parents, please contact the teacher directly or the JH/HS office to schedule an appointment.
Kids do better in school when parents get involved. Attending parent–teacher conferences is one way to be involved and help your child succeed.
A parent–teacher conference is a great opportunity to:
-discuss your child's progress
-share your child's strengths and needs
-work with the teacher to help your child do well in school
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hobrock or Mr. Sorrells.
Miss Laurie visited with Mrs. Lonergan's 1st grade class and they discussed their favorites. They helped set the menu for tomorrow, October 23. The menu will be (their favorites - as a class): Scrambled Eggs, Sausage Links, Pancakes, Hash brown, Strawberries and Milk.
Triopia Schools is seeking candidates to serve as a Bus Monitor - for more information please contact Mr. Dean at adean@triopiacusd27.org or 217-457-2281 x1025.
Our coaching staff would like to invite any 5th-8th grader that is interested in playing football in the future to our pre-game speech and walk.
Anyone interested is invited into the weight room at 6pm this Friday to listen to pre-game then they will transition with us to stretching. They will lead our football team onto the field before the game. We would ask that they wear their school colors that they attend. We would like to see as much Blue, Red and Orange as possible. Anyone that attends will receive a wristband with our motto on it as well. #triopia
Along with the Band/Choir concert on Wednesday evening, art work was selected from each class and will be on display in the cafeteria. It will also be on display during conferences on Thursday evening. This is a snapshot of projects students have completed since the beginning of the year and our hope is to have another Fine Arts night later in the year to showcase more student work.
We hope you can join us!
Happy Principal Appreciation week to Mrs. Hobrock and Mr. Sorrells! #triopia
The Triopia FFA is hosting a food drive to benefit the Cass County Food Pantry. Triopia will be collecting non-perishable food items now until Tuesday, October 29. Classes are in a competition to see who can bring in the most items per student – all donations are appreciated. GS students should take their donations to their classroom and JH/HS students should take theirs to the Ag room.
There is a HOME volleyball game vs. Calvary and JV football game vs. Carrollton this evening. Both games will begin at 6:00 PM. Come out and support the Trojans!
For the week of October 21, Triopia is pleased to spotlight paraprofessional Mrs. Kate Hartsock. Mrs. Hartsock currently works in our Pre-K classroom. Mrs. Hartsock has a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Illinois College, prior to coming to Triopia, Mrs. Hartsock taught Pre-K, Kindergarten and 1st grade. She enjoys working in Pre-K because of the energy and fun the kiddos bring every day! They love learning and it is amazing to watch them grow and change throughout the year! Outside of school, Mrs. Hartsock enjoys spending time with her family, cooking and camping. She loves that Triopia is a small school and how everyone is so kind and helpful, a bonus is that she gets to work in the same building as her own children. Mrs. Hartsock grew up on a farm and would spend her summers showing cattle with her family! We are thankful to have Mrs. Hartsock as a part of our team at Triopia. #triopia
Thank you to all who contributed to the Volley for Hope event. The night was again a HUGE success - over $4,600 was brought in and will be donated to a local family and the Mia Ware Foundation.
Miss Laurie visited with Mrs. Pahlmann's 1st grade class and they discussed their favorites. They helped set the menu for tomorrow, October 18. The menu will be (their favorites - as a class): Bosco Breadsticks, Broccoli with Ranch, Watermelon, Peach Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream and Milk.
Join us TOMORROW, Thursday, October 17 - Volley for HOPE!
Raffle - Silent Auction - Food - Pie in the FACE - Boys dressed in PINK - Survivor Recognition - Chuck the Duck - VOLLEYBALL and more!
Food and raffles begin at 5 - JV game (v. Beardstown) will start at 6, the Pie in the Face and recognition of survivors will take place following the JV game.
All proceeds from the evening benefit the Mia Ware foundation and local families.
Hope you can join us!
Check out the Regional Volleyball Tournament Schedule! The Lady Trojans will be in the Bluffs regional starting on Tuesday, the 29th.
10-29-19: 5:30 vs. ISD
10-30-19: 6:30 vs.Winner of Griggsville and Bluffs
10:31-19 6:00 vs. TBA (Championship)
Citizenship - Students of the Week for October 15: Elizabeth Morrell, 1st grade daughter of Dan and Brittnie Morrell of Arenzville and Avery Neathery, 4th grade son of Dustin and Mekelle Neathery of Arenzville. Congratulations Elizabeth and Avery!
If we’re going to reduce the dropout rate, we need to reduce absenteeism... 3/4ths of students who are chronically absent in 6th grade will dropout of high school and a student who is chronically absent in high school is 7.4X more likely to dropout! #schooleveryday #triopia
GS students - Don't forget to bring your spare change this week to vote for who you want to see decked out in PINK on Thursday... community members are welcome to stop by Triopia and vote also!
Congratulations to the JV Volleyball team as they won the Franklin Tournament today! Great job ladies! #triopia
Teachers spent their day at the Quincy Conference where Gerry Brooks was one of the keynote speakers!
Save the Date - Daddy/Daughter Dance and Mother/Son Carnival - Friday, November 1
Triopia participated in the Illinois Great Apple Crunch - the apples students were served for lunch were locally sourced!
Hope to see you next Thursday at our Volley for Hope event!
Citizenship - Students of the Week for October 7: Avery Wessler, 2nd grade daughter of Pete and Kelley Wessler of Concord and Grant Fricke, 6th grade son of Jason and Dana Fricke. Congratulations Avery and Grant!
A home escape plan includes an outside meeting place in front of your home where everyone will meet upon exiting the home. Pick a stationary location in front of your home like a tree, mailbox or light post. #fireprevention
Shout out to the volleyball team for greeting the students this morning! They take on Greenfield tonight at Triopia - hope to see you there! #triopia
Triopia Schools will dismiss early tomorrow (Thursday, October 10) . All bus students at 2:10, remaining Grade School students at 2:15 and remaining Jr./Sr. High students at 2:20. Triopia Schools will NOT be in session on Friday, October 11 or Monday, October 14.
Have you ordered your PIE yet? See any GS student or Junior class member... All orders should be turned into the office by tomorrow, October 10.
Thanks to the Chapin and Arenzville Fire Departments for their assistance with our Fire Drill today!
A home escape plan includes two exits from each room in your home (typically a door and a window). Make sure your exits are clear of clutter and windows can open easily. #fireprevention
Congratulations to the Lady Trojans on their victory over Carrollton! They move to 17-6 and will take on Greenfield on Thursday at HOME - JV start at 6 with Varsity to follow! #triopia
Good attendance in Pre-K & Kindergarten builds academic & social skills for the future. #schooleveryday #triopia
6th grade working on Frank Stella Protractor Series artwork this week! #triopia
Would you and your family members know what to do in a real fire situation? Make sure you do! Develop a home escape plan together and practice it. #fireprevention
Leave saving the world to superheroes. Be a hero in your own home instead: Make a home escape plan with all members of your household and practice it! #fireprevention
For the week of October 7, Triopia is pleased to spotlight paraprofessional Mrs. Trish Halsne. Mrs. Halsne has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Western Illinois University. She started her career at Triopia in 2000 working as a paraprofessional and continues in that role today, as well as Geography Bowl sponsor. Mrs. Halsne's favorite task here at Triopia is helping students find their strengths, especially those students who believe they have too few, and helping them learn how to use those strengths to better their time in the classroom as well as time spent outside of the classroom.
Outside of school, she loves to be with family and friends, checking out places both near and far, and hanging out with her crazy hounds! Her favorite thing about Triopia is how we come together for a cause, whether it be in individual classrooms, school-wide activity, or community/charitable project. Triopia really has the teamwork thing down! :) When asked for something random, Mrs. Halsne said "As surprising as it will sound to most who know my technological skills, I was once referred to by a few hundred children as "the computer lady" because of the large mobile computer lab I drove around Jacksonville and Springfield, introducing young children to computers. The young ones now have to teach me!"
We are glad to have Mrs. Halsne here at Triopia. #triopia
We had a great group of students representing Triopia High School at the IHSA Leadership Conference that was held on September 30th. Thank you to Coach Thompson for providing this opportunity for our students.
Triopia is pleased to announce that Anna Burrus has been named the September Upperclassmen Student of the Month. Anna is involved in Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Student Council, and National Honor Society. Please take a few minutes to get to know Anna through a short interview by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Og_vf-lGSiI
Please join us in recognizing Faith Embley as the September Jr. High Student of the Month. Faith is a 7th grade student and is involved in Poms. Please take a few minutes to get to know Faith through a short interview by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/4_wilCJ8lCg
Triopia is pleased to announce that the September Underclassmen Student of the Month is Kasey Beard. Kasey is a Freshman and is currently involved in Football and plans on participating in basketball and baseball this coming year. Please take a few minutes to get to know Kasey through a short interview by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/kTIo1-6OOjM
Fire Prevention Week is October 6-12. This year the National Fire Protection Association's theme is “Not every hero wears a cape. Plan and practice your escape!”
Visit https://www.nfpa.org/fpw for more information!
Just a reminder that the HS volleyball team will host Illini West on Monday, October 7 with JVA starting at 5:00 and varsity to follow! Hope to see you there!
Homecoming "Western/Flannel" Day
Shout out to the football team who greeted the grade school students as they arrived this morning! #triopia #hoco2019
Prairieland United Way’s
Triopia vs. Routt Night
Friday, October 4
at the Football game
Support the 2019 United Way Campaign by donating in your school’s bucket and hold bragging rights all year long.
All donations stay local and support over 35 programs in our four county area -- Morgan, Scott, Cass and Northern Greene.
Look for the Triopia bucket at the gate entry near the concession stand.
Prairieland United Way thanks you for your support!
Respect - Students of the Week for September 30: Addison Garrett, 1st grade daughter of Jason and Rana Garrett of Chapin and Eve Crawford, 5th grade daughter of Luke and Jessica Crawford of Arenzville. Congratulations Addison and Eve!
Homecoming Festivities - Class Color Day
7th Grade - Teal
8th Grade - Yellow
Homecoming Festivities - Class Color Day
Seniors - Red
Juniors - White
Sophomores - Blue
Freshmen - Pink
Mr. Sorrells joined Mrs. Smith's Consumer Ed class for a taste test on Tuesday morning! They tried seven different products and had to determine which was generic and which was name brand. The students are currently learning how to budget and really enjoyed this experiment!
Our custodial staff may spend the majority of their time behind the scenes, but they deserve much recognition. Our building is one of the cleanest, if not the cleanest in the area and maybe in Illinois! They are the first to arrive and the last to leave and do so much in between. Our custodial crew at Triopia is prideful, selfless, and amazing in everything that they do. Thanks Amy, Eric, Karen and Roger - each of you make Triopia CUSD 27 a better place.
We are honored to announce that our Early Childhood (Pre-k) program was one of 142 programs in the state to receive a Gold Circle of Quality recognition.
The Gold Circle of Quality recognizes programs that meet or go beyond the highest quality goals. Gold Circle programs have met the highest quality standards in three areas: learning environment and teaching quality; administrative standards; and training & education. Programs are actively engaged in continuous quality improvement.
Congratulations to Mrs. Crews and Mrs. Hartsock for their efforts and hard work - we are thankful to have them at Triopia! #triopia
There will be a Jr High baseball banquet held October 8th at the Virginia High School cafeteria. It will begin at 6:30. Please come join us!
It was Pajama Day and Twin day here at Triopia. Check out these gems (part 1 of 2).
It was Pajama Day and Twin day here at Triopia. Check out these gems (part 2 of 2).
We’re building good attendance habits in our schools. How about you? #schooleveryday #triopia
Like PIE? Grade School Students and the Junior Class are selling... All pie orders and money must be turned in by Thursday, October 10. Pies will be delivered on Friday, November 22, just in time for Thanksgiving.
Forget to get your PINK Night shirt ordered?
Shirt orders can still be turned in TODAY - Tuesday, October 1 by 3:30!
Volley for Hope is Thursday, October 17
Football PINK Night is Friday, October 25
From the Superintendent's Desk-October 2019
Sometimes good attendance is simply a matter of good health #schooleveryday #triopia
Homecoming Hallways #triopia #hoco2019
Check out our Students and Staff participation during Homecoming Week. Monday's theme was Sports or Vacation. It was a great turnout.
Picture Retake Day is Tuesday, October 8
For the week of September 30, Triopia is pleased to spotlight paraprofessional Mrs. Angie Phelps. Mrs. Phelps graduated from Triopia then took classes at MacMurray. She returned to Triopia in 1997, where she has worked in every grade level from PK-12th grade. Mrs. Phelps' favorite task here at Triopia is really any task, she loves seeing students feel good about themselves for accomplishing goals they thought they were unable to achieve! Outside of school, she enjoys walking her black lab, Dora and her chocolate granddog, Bella and biking. She also enjoys traveling to warm beaches. Her favorite thing about Triopia is the feeling that we are a family and the relationships formed with students. Something you might not know about Mrs. Phelps, is that she is a certified open water scuba diver. We are blessed to have Mrs. Phelps on our team at Triopia! #triopia
Homecoming Week Dress Up Days
Tonight's football game v. Camp Point has been moved to 6:00 PM - on Don Kemp Field.
Triopia students will be out and about today selling yearbook ads! #triopia
Do you have your tickets?
The Ken Bradbury Triopia Music Extravaganza
Saturday, September 28
Shows at 2:30 PM and 7:00 PM
$10 each
Tickets are now available at TRIOPIA from 8:00 AM-4:00 PM and also at FNB Arenzville and Morton Ave and CNB Chapin and Morton Ave.
8th grade social studies is conducting a simulation on how a bill becomes a law. The “representatives” are debating which bills should move forward out of committee and to the House floor for a vote. #triopia
Respect - Students of the Week for September 23: Tate York, 2nd grade son of Tony and Melissa York of Concord and Joseph Goodrich, 6th grade son of Matthew Goodrich of Jacksonville and Katelynn Tapley of Arenzville.
Congratulations Tate and Joseph!
The Grade School had visitors from Japan today! Thirteen Japanese students from Illinois College came to visit and learn about elementary schools in the US. The students also enjoyed recess and lunch at Triopia. #triopia
Triopia Schools will be dismissing early tomorrow (Wednesday, September 25th). All bus students at 1:10, remaining grade school students at 1:15 and remaining Jr./Sr. High students at 1:20. There is no afternoon PreK class. Thank You
Congratulations to the Lady Trojans on their W over a very talented Auburn team tonight in 2 sets! The girls move to 14-2 on the season. #triopia
For the week of September 23, Triopia is pleased to spotlight paraprofessional Mrs. Penny Lovekamp. Mrs. Lovekamp currently is a grade school paraprofessional and a bus driver. Mrs. Lovekamp took classes at LLCC and WIU before starting a job at Triopia. She started her career at Triopia in 1990 working with the Pre-Kindergarten program, that, at that time, was housed at the Arenzville American Legion. Mrs. Lovekamp enjoys working with guided reading groups at the grade school. Outside of school, she loves spending time with her family and friends, especially her three granddaughters. Her favorite thing about Triopia is how we truly are a family. A random fact about Mrs. Lovekamp is that she loves to travel by train, she finds it very relaxing! We are glad to have Mrs. Lovekamp as a part of our team at Triopia.#triopia
Celebrating 35 years of KB music/theatre magic at Triopia - Tickets are still available!
The Ken Bradbury Triopia Music Extravaganza is September 28 @ 2:30 PM and 7:00 PM at Triopia.
Tickets are $10 each and available at:
First National Bank of Arenzville and W Morton
CNB - Chapin and W Morton
Respect - Students of the Week for September 16: Addy Dennis, 3rd grade daughter of Ian and Dawn Dennis of Arenzville and Andrew Hobrock, 6th grade son of Michael and Tara Hobrock of Concord.
Congratulations Addy and Andrew!
Triopia Homecoming Festivities/Information 2019:
Sunday, September 29th: Parade in Virginia at 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 2nd: Game day at Triopia with MCHS & VHS – Students are asked to wear class color shirt and comfortable shoes. The community members are welcome to come and watch.
5:30 pm Student Council selling pizza and drinks $1 each
6:00 pm Boys volleyball Triopia HS gym
7:00 pm Girls powder puff on Don Kemp field
Friday, October 4th: Football game 7:00pm - Court announced during half-time
Saturday, October 5th:
7:00pm - Coronation at Triopia HS gym (free will donations accepted at the door)
7:30-10:00pm - Dance at Triopia HS gym $5/student (court members and student council members free)
Dress up days:
Monday, September 30th: Sports or Vacation day
Tuesday, October 1st: Twin or PJ day
Wednesday, October 2nd: Class color day
• Freshmen: Pink
• Sophomores: Royal Blue
• Juniors: White
• Seniors: Red
• Faculty: tie-dye
Thursday, October 3rd: Flannel or Western day
Friday, October 4th: School Colors
The Lady Trojans are currently 2-1 at the New Berlin Tournament. They lost their first game to New Berlin, but have rallied to beat Meredosia and Cumberland. Their next game is at 11:30 vs. North Mac. Good Luck Ladies.
The Trojan football team takes on the Unity High School Mustangs in Mendon tonight at 7:00! Good luck players and coaches! #triopia
Volleyball Schedule for New Berlin Tournament this weekend - Go Lady Trojans!
Please join Triopia High School in congratulating Anna Burrus and Joe Walker on being named an Illinois State Scholar. This is a very prestigious honor that they both deserve. Congratulations Anna and Joe.
Pre-K fun at the Pumpkin Patch today! #triopia
Come celebrate 35 years of KB music/theatre magic at Triopia
Saturday, September 28
2:30 and 7:00 PM at
Triopia High School
Tickets are $10.00 each and available at:
The First National Bank of Arenzville - Arenzville and W Morton locations
CNB - Chapin and Morton locations
At approximately 8:30 this morning, a main water line into the school was found to be damaged by the head of maintenance. Water coming into the building was turned off, and by 10:00, most water in the building had already been used. After speaking with our plumbers and generating a timeline, the decision was made to dismiss school early. The problem should be solved and school should be back in session on Monday, September 23rd.
When situations like this present themselves, there are many people who deserve a “thanks” for their flexibility. The cooks, with a little help, were able to serve all students (starting at 10:15) in a short time frame before they went home. We had a few bus drivers on field trips, but luckily we had sub drivers step in and drive a route home. Our regular bus drivers who could be here also had to change plans so they could be back here at 11:00. The building secretaries and director of transportation took numerous calls and got notices out to make all of this possible. All other teachers and staff deserve a lot of credit, because once the decision to dismiss early has been made, accomplishing educational goals and monitoring your students for the rest of the day can be quite difficult. Since our cafeteria is not big enough to serve all students at once, several staff members also helped clean trash out of rooms after students were dismissed.
A big thanks to parents and family members, as well, for your flexibility. Unfortunately, emergencies like this happen. We appreciate your ability to, at times, drop everything, and pick up your kids when you weren't expecting to. Have a good weekend, and we hope to see everyone back on Monday!
Due to a water main break Triopia Schools will be dismissing early today (Friday, September 20th). All bus students at 11:10; remaining GS students at 11:15 and remaining Jr/Sr High students at 11:20. Thank You
Smiles from Cardinals and Cubs fans at the grade school!
Several staff members joined in on the fun with the Cubs/Cardinals rivalry today! ⚾️
There will be a Jr. High Boys Basketball parent meeting next Tuesday, September 24th at 6:30pm in the Triopia cafeteria for any student in grades 6-8 planning on playing basketball this winter. One parent and the athlete should attend this meeting.
During the 2018-2019 school year, Isaac French started his own coffee shop at Triopia. With the assistance of his family, his aide Tara Hobrock, and his teacher at the time Karen Werries, Isaac’s shop has since flourished. At this point, Isaac and Mrs. Hobrock deliver 18-25 drinks a day, which is an increase from last year. Their goal is to deliver 100 drinks a week. Isaac’s shop has items such as coffee, iced coffee, hot tea, iced tea, hot chocolate, water and flavored water. Isaac enjoys delivering his drinks to the staff and loves to visit with all of his customers. Isaac also has his customers’ usual orders memorized! This shop has helped Isaac learn many skills that will help him once he leaves our doors. Isaac’s shop is one of the things that makes Triopia great! Thanks to Isaac for his service to our staff!
Wear your Cubs or Cardinals gear to school tomorrow... if you aren't a fan of either team, then support your own Triopia Trojans! No hats, please!
Treat people right and they will treat you right...
The Lady Trojans improve their record to 10-0 as they sweep their set against Calhoun tonight. They beat Calhoun 25-21, 25-19. Keep up the good work ladies!
Congratulations to the 2019 Triopia Sr. High School Homecoming Court.
Pictured from Left to Right: Emma Milby (10), Joe Drane (10), Payton Dawson (12), Joe Walker (12), Anna Burrus (12), Alec Coil (12), Sara Evans (12), Jacob Lakamp (12), Lauren Covington (11), Eric Caldwell (11), Ava Ganz (9), and Kasey Beard (9).
For the Week of September 16th, Triopia is pleased to spotlight 1st year faculty member Megan Smith. Mrs. Smith teaches our new business classes this year. Mrs. Smith graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois. Mrs. Smith expresses that her favorite class to teach is “all of them” as she has a “great group of students that make her classes so fun.” Outside of teaching, Mrs. Smith loves to spend time with her family and friends. She enjoys reading, cooking, hunting, fishing, and traveling. Her favorite thing about Triopia CUSD #27 is that students and staff are so nice and welcoming. A fun and interesting fact about Mrs. Smith is that she would love to be on the Food Network TV Show “Chopped.” We are pleased to have Mrs. Smith at Triopia and are thankful for her coming in and starting new classes for us this school year.
Come out and donate BLOOD on Thursday! The Central Illinois Community Blood Center will be in the HS foyer from 12:30-5:00 PM. Please eat before you donate - Must have photo ID to donate!
Last date to donate elsewhere 07/25/2019
Use Group Sponsor Code 60012 to schedule online.
Our student section is prepared to “Protect our House” as the Lady Trojans face North Greene! #triopia #superheronight
Upcoming Safety Drills
Just a reminder that all students NOT riding a bus or driving themselves to school should be dropped off in front in the circle drive. We made this change last year for safety reasons. Thank you for your help with this.
Mark your calendar for September 28 for the Ken Bradbury Triopia Music Extravaganza - shows at 2:30 and 7:00 at Triopia. Please see image for where to purchase tickets!
One hour until kick off on Don Kemp field where the “Black and Blue” trophy is on the line!
The Trojans take on the Beardstown Tigers tonight at 7:00 at Don Kemp Field. Put on your blue and come support the boys! #triopia
Several students approved the Kindergarteners lunch menu picks today! #triopia
Not able to make it to a ball game, but curious the outcome? Download the Triopia app or check the website - scores are posted following the game under Athletics - just select the sport using the icon/list on the top right! #triopia
Respect - Students of the Week for September 9:
Garrett Kennedy, 1st grade son of Michael and Christi Kennedy of rural Jacksonville and Brooks Birdsley, 5th grade son of Doug and Betsy Birdsley of Concord
Congratulations Garrett & Brooks!
It was a fun night at Triopia HS.
The JV girls came from behind in the 3rd match to win their game against Brown County. And the Lady Trojans remain undefeated by defeating the Lady Hornets 25-23, 23-25, & 25-20 on Western/Country theme night. The Lady Trojans are now 7-0.
Mrs. Morrow and the Triopia Yearbook staff attended a conference today in Hannibal where they learned quite a bit about producing a yearbook and made lasting memories while doing so.
Miss Laurie visited with the Kindergarten class and they discussed their favorites. Mrs. Seymour's kindergarten class helped set the menu for tomorrow, September 11.
The menu will be (their favorites - as a class):
Baked Spaghetti
Garlic Bread
Corn on the Cob
Apple Slices
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Milk
The Triopia Volleyball Team is off to a hot start! Come see the girls during the following home games and dress to the following themes:
Tuesday, September 9th vs. Brown County: Cowboy/Western Night
Monday, September 16th vs. North Greene: Superhero Night
Monday, September 23rd vs. Auburn: Hawaiian Night
Monday, September 30th vs. Franklin: Neon Night
Tuesday, October 8th vs. Carrollton: White Out Night
JV Football @ Calhoun will start now at 6:30. The bus will leave Triopia at 4:30.
Congratulations to Anna Burrus on taking home All Tournament Team honors at the Meredosia Volleyball Invitational that was held the week of September 2nd. Anna helped the Lady Trojans finish in first place by going 5-0 last week at the tournament.
For the Week of September 9th, Triopia is pleased to spotlight 1st year faculty member Mrs.
Krista Whelan. Mrs. Whelan teaches science. Mrs. Whelan graduated with a Bachelor’s from
Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois. Mrs. Whelan expresses that her favorite class
to teach is 8th Grade Science. Outside of teaching, Mrs. Whelan loves to spend time with her
husband and her 9 month old son. Her favorite thing about Triopia CUSD #27 is that students
and staff have been very welcoming. A fun and interesting fact about Mrs. Whelan is that she
was born and raised in San Diego, California. We are pleased to have Mrs. Whelan at #Triopia.
Triopia claimed the title in Meredosia for the 2nd straight year! The Lady Trojans are 5-0 on the season! Way to go ladies!! #triopia #goblue
High school students, especially Juniors and Seniors, should be checking the "EVENTS" page under Counselor News for upcoming visits to Triopia and career exploration opportunities. #triopia
Don Kemp Field 💯
Students acting out the story of William Tell #triopia #fourthgrade
The 7th and 8th graders worked on a science lab today in Mrs. Whelan's class. They used their skills of calculating density, mass, and volume to identify the three unknown substances.
Schedule change for the Meredosia Volleyball Tournament - Here is the Triopia schedule:
JVB v Griggsville Perry @ 1:00
JVA v JVB @ 3:00
Varsity v PHill @ 4:00
JVA v South County @ 5:00
Varsity v South County @ 6:00
From the Superintendent's Desk-September 2019 #triopia
Triopia Schools will dismiss one hour early on Friday, September 6. Bus Students at 2:10, Grade School Students at 2:15 and Junior High and High School Students at 2:20.
For the Week of September 3rd, Triopia is pleased to spotlight 1st year faculty member and ALUMNI Mr. Ryan Link. Mr. Link teaches special education and will be helping with the Girls Basketball Program here at Triopia. Mr. Link graduated with a Bachelor's degree from Easter Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois. Mr. Link’s favorite class to teach is U.S. History. Outside of teaching, Mr. Link favorite thing to do is cook, especially on the grill for his friends and family. His favorite thing about Triopia CUSD #27 is the support and encouragement that comes from the students, teachers, administration, and community. A random fact about Mr. Link is that he played the clarinet in band in High School. We are pleased to have Mr. Link at #Triopia.
The Volleyball team is at the Meredosia Tournament this week...
Monday, September 2
6:00 - JVB v. West Central JV
8:00 - JVA v. Meredosia JV
9:00 - Varsity v. Meredosia
Tuesday, September 3
5:00 - JVB v. South County JV
7:00 - JVA v. Griggsville Perry JV
8:00 - Varsity v. Griggsville Perry
Wednesday, September 4
5:00 - JVA v. West Central JV
6:00 - Varsity v. West Central
Thursday, September 5
5:00 - JVB v. Meredosia JV
Saturday, September 7
11:00 - JVA v. South County JV
12:00 - Varisty v. South County
1:00 - JVA v. JVB
2:00 - Varsity v. Pleasant Hill
3:00 - JVB v. Griggsville Perry
Triopia Schools will not be in session on Monday, September 2. Have a safe weekend.
The Trojans open the season tonight at North Greene - kick off is at 7:30 PM. Put on your BLUE and come out and support the Trojans!
All current Juniors are encouraged to begin preparing for their April SAT test. One of the best ways to get students comfortable taking the SAT is to have them take the PSAT in October! Results from the October PSAT will then be available to the students in December on their College Board account. A students' College Board account is where they can access free, individualized practice for their SAT, which will take place on April 14, 2020.
The PSAT in October is optional and costs $17. Free and reduced lunch students should see Mrs. Surratt about fee waivers. The deadline to sign up to take the test is Thursday, September 6th.
Join us for the Volleyball home opener TONIGHT!
JV v. Beardstown at 6:00 PM
Varsity v. P.Hill following JV
Come out and support your Lady Trojans!
Athletic Passes - $225 for a family of 4
$25 for each additional member
The pass entitles a family of 4 (or the additional members) to admission at ALL HOME contests during the 2019-2020 school year.
Student Pass - $50 for JH and HS students
Available by calling the HS office 217-457-2281 x1021.
Make checks payable to Triopia.
For the Week of August 26th, Triopia is pleased to spotlight 1st year faculty member and ALUMNI Mr. Adam Brockhouse. Mr. Brockhouse teaches High School Physical Education and has taken the reigns of the Football Program this year. Mr. Brockhouse graduated with a Bachelor's degree from MacMurray College in Jacksonville, Illinois. Mr. Brockhouse’s favorite class to teach is Athletic Enhancement and is working on implementing that into our PE offerings in the future. Outside of teaching, Mr. Brockhouse enjoys woodworking, lifting, and attending his daughter's dance competitions. His favorite thing about Triopia CUSD #27 is the family atmosphere as students and staff all greet each other with a smile. A random fact about Mr. Brockhouse is that he enjoys amusement parks and riding roller coasters. We are pleased to have Mr. Brockhouse at #Triopia.
Football Scrimmage #triopia #letsgoblue
Volleyball scrimmage is underway #goblue
How many students get to throw water balloons at their principal and superintendent?
Grade school students who turned in their summer Trojan Reader forms got to throw water balloons at Mrs. Hobrock and Mr. Dean today! #triopia
Attention Trojan Nation! The Board of Education has given permission to explore purchasing a 14’X8’ video board for our high school gym to be installed this fall. We believe that the video board will be a great addition to our facility and will provide an exciting atmosphere for our student athletes and fans. The athletic program will generate funds by advertisements and once the video board is paid off, the money raised will go back into athletic programs. This project is a lot up front, but will be a major source of income for athletic supplies, uniforms, and facility upgrades in the future.
At this time, we have reached out to a few businesses already and have had some luck. However, we do not want to leave anyone out that may have an interest in getting it off the ground. At this time, we are asking for a $5,000 advertisement over the course of three years which will include:
- A static sign hung by the video board for the life of the board which will be visible every minute of the day
- A scrolling advertisement during events for 3 years
- A 3’X6’ sign displayed on the football field for 3 years.
Other advertisement packages will be available shortly. With that being said, if there are any businesses, organizations or individuals interested in being a major contributor for this project please contact Rich Thompson (rthompson@triopiacusd27.org) or Josh Sorrells (jsorrells@triopiacusd27.org).
Go Trojans!
The Triopia staff has been hard at work since last April working to secure dual credit opportunities for this years juniors and seniors. The hard work has paid off, and a majority of our upperclassmen have been enrolled in classes to receive both high school and college credits. Triopia is offering a total of 9 dual credit classes which are Calculus, College Algebra, Trigonometry, US History before 1877, US History after 1877, Composition I, Composition II, Ag Mechanics, and Horticulture. These classes are taught by Mr. Doyle, Miss. Harmon, Miss. Lynn, and Ms. Sriner. 42 students are enrolled in a total of 80 classes, which will earn 354 credit hours. 288 of those credit hours are transferable to most colleges and universities nationwide. This is a tuition savings of $41,040 for our parents and students (based on LLCC tuition).