Taylorville CUSD #3

Building, problem-solving, and having fun! 🚀🧩 Our 2nd graders used LEGO kits from the ROE to explore STEM concepts, bringing their ideas to life one brick at a time. Take a look at Ms. Bortmess's 2nd grade building their snowmobiles.

Congratulations to Mr. Larry Barry on earning the Dean Olson Memorial Illinois Outstanding FFA Alumni Member Award!!!🦉 Taylorville FFA Alumni also won the award for 115 Life Time members!🦉 Taylorville is lucky to have such a great program and supporters!

Mrs. Klingler's second graders are diving into STEM with LEGO! 🧱✨ Thanks to the ROE3, students explored engineering and creativity as they built and programmed their LEGO creations. Hands-on learning at its best!

THS FCA's Weekly Verse 12! Number 11 did not go out last week so here is one of two for this week. Join us on Wednesday mornings at 7:45 for breakfast and a devotional! Photograph by Marley Dively

Congratulations to these Taylorville FFA Members on conducting some amazing State Degree and Star Greenhand Interviews today! Congratulations to Section 16 Star Farmer Kade Beckmier and the following students that were recommended for the State FFA Degree ….Logan Henry, Caleb Mizeur, Ian Parks, Jacob McWard, Sydnie Vocks, Lilly Winans, and Aden Marucco. Congratulations to Star Greenhand Farmer Deacon Shanks, Star Greenhand Ag Research Luke Short, Runner Up in Business Elsie Williamson and Honorable Mention Remington Buerk.🦉

Writing Workshop Every morning in Mrs. Johnson's 5th grade, students warm their brains while using their words. The Writer’s Workshop and the author’s chair, allow us to share our narratives and opinions in a supportive environment where we celebrate each other’s unique voices and grow as writers.

This week, Mrs. Reindl visited Mrs. Wagner's 8th-grade classes to introduce students to the fascinating world of coding and cybersecurity. The primary objective was to engage students with historical devices and demonstrate the concept of cracking codes, while also inspiring them to consider future careers in Computer Science or Cybersecurity. Students participated in hands-on projects that included: 1. Morse Code - Students learned about the Morse code system and practiced encoding and decoding messages. 2. Cipher Disk - The cipher disk activity allowed students to create their own substitution ciphers and understand how they can be used for secure communication. 3. Enigma Machine - An overview of the Enigma machine was provided, explaining its historical significance and complexity in code-making and breaking during World War II. 4. Binary Code - Students explored binary code, learning how computers use this system to process information. 5. Pig Pen Cipher - The pig pen cipher activity involved students creating messages using this simple yet effective substitution cipher. Mrs. Reindl also engaged students in a discussion about various career paths in the fields of Computer Science and Cybersecurity this included with degrees or just a certification.

📢 ONE DAY ALERT! 📢 Get ready, Taylorville High School Class of 2025! The Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce is hosting their annual Scholarship Awareness Day on February 7th during all lunch periods. Both the GTCC and THS are thrilled about the incredible opportunities that await our Class of 2025. We're so fortunate to live in such a supportive community, where local businesses and organizations invest in the future of our young adults. Over the next week, The Chamber will be highlighting each of these amazing contributors. Follow their page at The Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce to learn more about the scholarships available and the people who make them possible and be sure to visit the booths during lunch next Friday and fund your futures!!! #TaylorvilleScholars #Classof2025 #ScholarshipAwareness #CommunitySupport #InvestingInTheFuture

First graders in Mrs. Mateer's classroom are diving into STEM with LEGO Essentials! ❄️🚀 They built and programmed snowmobiles to explore icy terrain and search for polar bears. Hands-on learning at its best!

🌟 Happy National School Counselors Week! 🌟 This week, we celebrate the incredible school counselors who go above and beyond to support, guide, and empower students every day. Your dedication helps shape bright futures, foster mental well-being, and create a safe space for every student to thrive. Let’s take a moment to thank and recognize these unsung heroes for the positive impact they have in our schools. 💙👏 #NationalSchoolCounselorsWeek #ThankYouCounselors #MentalHealthMatters #SchoolCounselorsRock #SupportOurCounselors

✨ Cupid’s Night is almost here! ✨ 📢 Facebook Event: https://facebook.com/events/s/ceo-cupids-night/494285410382920/ Ready for a night full of romance, laughter, and unforgettable memories? Join us for a special evening with delicious food, exciting trivia, and plenty of fun! 🌹 Date: February 15, 2025 🍽 Event: Cupid's dinner, babysitting, & trivia 💌 Location: Pillars Whether you're celebrating love or just looking to have an amazing time, Cupid's Night is the place to be! ❤️ 🎟 Get your tickets now before they sell out! Click here to reserve your spot: https://www.universe.com/events/ceo-cupids-night-tickets-Q8FZPC

STEM K-9 Obstacle Course for Training In Mrs. Thorpe's class students had to plan, create, and explain their model design for a K-9 Obstacle Course using recycled products. Their design had to have a path where a dog could practice moving over, under, through, and around obstacles. This was at the end of our Literature unit, " Aero and Officer Mike".

Friday February 7th, 2025 is Taylorville High Schools Scholarship Awareness Day. These scholarships will be available during all three lunches with representative from each scholarship present. Make sure to stop by and pick up the information you need during your lunch period.

Snowmobiles, coding, and polar bears—oh my! 🐻‍❄️❄️ First graders used LEGO Essentials kits to build and program their own snowmobiles, bringing STEM learning to life in an exciting way! Mrs. Lively's 1st grade

PIE Face Miss McCallister’s third grade class has been learning about author's purpose! The students had different task cards and had to tell if the author was writing to Persuade, Inform or Entertain (P.I.E). They played the game PIE Face to go along with this activity! 🥧 📚

Part 2: PIE Face Miss McCallister’s third grade class has been learning about author's purpose! The students had different task cards and had to tell if the author was writing to Persuade, Inform or Entertain (P.I.E). They played the game PIE Face to go along with this activity! 🥧 📚

From the desk of Mr. Bruder, February edition. Please see the link for this month's news. https://5il.co/36wfa

Attention Taylorville Junior High School students! The Super Bowl is this Sunday, and we want to see who you’re cheering for! On this Thursday, February 6, dress up to show your team spirit! Wear red and yellow for the Kansas City Chiefs or Teal, Blue, or Green for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Congratulations to our January Students of the Month for Memorial Elementary School. Front row:  Gaetana Collebrusco, Eliza Brown, Logan Likes, Lukas DeClerck, and Adilyn Ginger Back Row: Ary Rice, Lakota Baxter, James Eisenbarth, Gabby Ross, Sebastian Torres, and Piper Hackney.  Sponsored by FNB, Stephanie Longden Not pictured:  Samus Rogers and Chevy Oliver

Microscope Investigation Seventh grade students learned about the structure and function of cells by observing different samples under microscope.