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West Central CUSD #235 School Improvement Plans

Elementary School 2019-2020 School Improvement Plan PDF Format Elementary School 2020-2021 School Improvement Plan PDF Format Elementary School 2021-2022 School Improvement Plan PDF Format . . . read more

Summer EBT 2024

Summer EBT 2024 Letter (PDF)   In the summer of 2024, The State of Illinois, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Human Services and the USDA,will launch the Summer EBT program.  A new benefit program that . . . read more

Solar Eclipse Event (4/8/24)

On Monday, April 8, 2024 the West Central District and Community will be in the path of a solar eclipse. It is expected that we will see about a 90% coverage of the sun during this eclipse. Maximum coverage for our area is expected to happen . . . read more

Illinois Youth Survey (8th, 10th, 12th Graders)

During the Spring of the 2023-2024 school year, schools throughout the State of Illinois will have the opportunity to administer the Illinois Youth Survey (IYS) with students in 8th, 10th, and 12th grades.  What is the Illinois . . . read more

Parent-Teacher Conferences - Spring 2024

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Parent-Teacher Conferences for the Spring of 2024 are scheduled for Thursday, March 14th from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. and Friday, March 15th from 8:00 a.m. - noon.   Parent/Teacher Conferences will be . . . read more

5Essentials - Parent Notification of Student Survey Letter

Dear Parent or Guardian, We are writing to inform you about a student survey that will be administered at your child’s school called the Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This is the twelfth year the Illinois State Board of . . . read more

5Essentials Survey - Parent Survey 2024

To take the survey please visit  https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/  and select the appropriate survey to begin. Students and teachers across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the eleventh . . . read more

Winter Break Return Reminder 2024

School will resume for ALL PK-12 students on Thursday, January 4th, 2024. Thursday's Lunch (1/5/24) = Pulled Pork/Bun, French Fries, Peas, Peaches Friday's Lunch (1/6/24) = Fajita/Shell, Lettuce, Cheese, Tomatoes, . . . read more

FOCC Backpack Program

The Family Outreach Community Center (FOCC) in Stronghurst will once again be offering weekend food assistance.  Through their backpack program, they will send home a bag of food to supplement your groceries for the weekend.  . . . read more

Back to School Night 2023-2024

Our annual Back to School Nights will be held on Tuesday, August 15th. The Elementary and High School events will be from 5:30 – 6:30 pm. The Middle School event will be from 6:00 – 7:30 pm (part of that time is for Club . . . read more

July 2023 Board Meeting (UPDATED)

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 = cancelled Special Meeting - Board Retreat = Saturday, July 22, 2023 @ 9:00 AM (Henderson County Library) Special Meeting (July Meeting Reschedule) = Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 6:00 pm  . . . read more

Destruction of Temporary Records (Class of 2013)

West Central High School will soon destroy all temporary records for the Class of 2013. This includes: Temporary Student Records Temporary Special Education Student Records This does not include transcripts, grade . . . read more

June 2023 Board Meeting - UPDATED

Wednesday, June 21, 2023 Amended Budget Hearing @ 5:45 PM Regular Meeting @ 6:00 PM West Central Middle School Library (please enter through East Doors of WCMS) read more

West Central Alumni Homecoming Event 2023

Put it on your calendar!!  Friday, September 29, 2023 We are excited to welcome back all alumni, teachers and staff from West Central, including Southern and Union!  Free admission to the game! 6:00 = Social . . . read more

Courageous Smiles Track Meet 2023

Last week, our West Central students participated in the Courageous Smiles Field & Track event, which was held in honor of our student Wyatt Peterson. They completed numerous field events, such as soccer ball kick, field goal kick, . . . read more

Parent-Teacher Conferences - Spring 2023

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Parent-Teacher Conferences for the Spring of 2023 are scheduled for Thursday, March 16th from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. and Friday, March 17th from 8:00 a.m. - noon.   Parent/Teacher Conferences will be . . . read more

Alumni Career Videos Wanted!

Enrolled. Employed. Enlisted. Empowered.  West Central High School Juniors and Seniors are being offered a career exploration event on March 28th . To help prepare students make the most of the event, we are hoping to gather information . . . read more

End of Year Dates Reminder

As the school year begins to wind down, we want to share some important end of year dates with you.  Please see below: May 3 - Teacher Appreciation Day May 3 - WCHS Honor Night, 7:00 p.m. May 5 - Courageous Smiles (Rain . . . read more

Notice of Public Hearing on Tuition Waiver

April 4, 2022

WEST CENTRAL C.U.S.D. #235 HENDERSON COUNTY Notice of Public Hearing April 20, 2022 The Board of Education of West Central C.U.S.D. #235 will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the . . . read more

Emergency Days and E-Learning Days Information

Good morning West Central Families, 1)  In our 2021-2022 school calendar, we have 5 emergency days built into the calendar. As of today, we have used four of our five built-in emergency days. These days are required . . . read more

February 10 - SIP (11:30 a.m. Dismissal) and February 11 - Teacher Institute (No Student Attendance)

Reminder: Tomorrow, February 10 is a School Improvement Day with an 11:30 a.m. dismissal and Friday, February 11 is a Teacher Institute with no student attendance. Below is a link to the 2021-2022 school calendar. . . . read more

Changes to West Central C.U.S.D. #235's COVID-19 Mitigations

Good evening West Central Families,  On Friday, February 4, Judge Grischow ruled on a lawsuit that challenged state-mandated COVID-19 mitigations. The ruling implemented a  Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)  that . . . read more

Transportation Changes for January 24-28, 2022

Good afternoon, This message contains information about important changes to transportation this week. Again, I apologize for the late notice this morning and for the inconvenience of these changes.  Unfortunately, we are going . . . read more

Updated ISBE COVID-19 Guidance

Please review the document in the link provided for the updated ISBE COVID-19 Guidelines.   Updated ISBE COVID-19 Guidance read more

ESSER III Spending Plan

Please click on the link below to review the ESSER III Spending Plan for West Central C.U.S.D. #235.  This is a preliminary plan subject to approval from the Illinois State Board of Education and may be modified by amendment if the need . . . read more

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 November 16, 2021 Regular Board Meeting Zoom Link

Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98651043465?pwd=RDRlMkwvOHlGM0dJWW9nZWtoZkhyUT09 Meeting ID: 986 5104 3465 Passcode: 8CF3wd read more

West Central High School Football Semi-Final Playoff Game

The semi-final stage is set for Saturday, November 13 at 1:00 p.m. at the West Central High School football field where our Heat football team will face off against the Marcos from Polo High School. It will be a great day for some Heat . . . read more

Columbus Day - No Student Attendance

Reminder:  School will not be in session on Monday, October 11 in observance of Columbus Day. read more

West Central Middle School Softball Sectional Champions!

Good afternoon, First, I want to take a moment to congratulate our West Central Middle School girls’ softball team on their Sectional Championship win last Saturday!  They will now advance to state and play on Friday, . . . read more

2021-2022 Plan for "Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services"

Dear West Central Families, As you know CDC came out with their guidance for K-12 schools recently.  IDPH and ISBE quickly adopted this guidance as well. Over the last week we have collaborated with other administrators and listened . . . read more

2023-2024 Medical Requirements

  STATE OF ILLINOIS HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR Students will NOT be able to attend school after Friday, September 22, 2023, until ALL required information is received.  If you have . . . read more

2021 Henderson County Summer Meals Program Flyer

2021 Henderson County Summer Meals Program Flyer read more

Superintendent Online Survey Results

Below are the links to view the New Superintendent Profile, Profile Report, and Search Survey Results.    New Superintendent Profile New Superintendent Profile Report New Superintendent Search Survey Results read more

Summer Credit Recovery Opportunity

Credit Recovery for West Central Middle School and West Central High School Students West Central will offer a Summer Credit Recovery opportunity through Edgenuity for West Central Middle School and West Central High School . . . read more

Western Region IPA Student Leadership Awards 20-21

May 20, 2021

The Western Region Illinois Principals Association is recognizing our area student leaders. It has been a challenging year, but these student leaders continued to be role models for their school communities.  . . . read more

Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony

Good afternoon West Central Graduates and Families,  Unfortunately, the weather has not cooperated as we had hoped.  We don't see conditions improving enough before the graduation ceremony tomorrow afternoon, May 16 at 2:00 . . . read more

2021-2022 School Calendar and Information

Good morning West Central Families, Attached is the school calendar for the 2021-2022 school year. We are looking forward to returning to a normal schedule next school year. At this time, the plan is to return to full in person . . . read more

West Central Superintendent Search Timeline

SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH TIMELINE West Central CUSD #235 (boldface indicates Board Involvement)   March 30, . . . read more

West Central Superintendent Search - Information

The West Central Unit School District #235 Board of Education has started the search process for a new superintendent.  The following link provides information about the search process and how the community can participate in the . . . read more

Retirement Spotlight #4

Please join me in honoring and thanking our next Retirement Spotlight, Mrs. Shaila Ayer. Mrs. Ayer has served the West Central School District as our School Psychologist for the last four years. We asked each of our retirees a few questions. . . . read more

West Central to Offer COVID-19 Rapid Test on a Voluntary Basis

Dear West Central Families, Beginning Monday, March 22 West Central District #235, in coordination with the Henderson County Health Department, will be offering to both our students and staff, on a  voluntary  basis, a . . . read more

Reflection of this Past Year and Important Information

March 13, 2021

Today marks the one year anniversary of the mandated shutdown announcement from Governor Pritzker. The video below reflects on this past year. It also has information toward the end of the video regarding our return to a 2:00 p.m. dismissal . . . read more

Retirement Spotlight #3

Please join me in honoring and thanking our next Retirement Spotlight, Mrs. Renee Russell. Mrs. Russell has served the Southern/West Central School Districts. We asked each of our retirees a few questions. Below is Mrs. Russell's story: . . . read more

IDPH Changes in Guidance

Good afternoon West Central Families, IDPH has communicated some updated guidance for schools. There are three that are most worthy to note. While we understand that the CDC has also made some additional changes, IDPH has not . . . read more

Retirement Spotlight #2

Please join me in honoring and thanking our next Retirement Spotlight, Mrs. Nancy Chandler. Mrs. Chandler has served the Union/West Central School Districts for the last 23 years. We asked each of our retirees a few questions. Below is Mrs. . . . read more

Retirement Spotlight #1

February 15, 2021

Our first Retirement Spotlight is Mrs. Lisa Ravenscraft. Mrs. Ravenscraft has served the Southern/West Central School Districts for the last 34 years. We asked each retiree a few questions. Below is Mrs. Ravenscraft's story: 1) Tell . . . read more

Notice of Public Hearing on Tuition Waiver

February 3, 2021

WEST CENTRAL C.U.S.D. #235 HENDERSON COUNTY Notice of Public Hearing February 17, 2021 The Board of Education of West Central C.U.S.D. #235 will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the . . . read more

Weather Related Update

Good morning West Central Family, Based on my call with the NWS Quad Cities this morning, snow is not supposed to enter our area until later this morning.  Wintry mix has shifted to be south of us. As a result, we will be . . . read more

Weather Related Notification

Good evening West Central Families, As you may have heard, there is a prediction for significant inclement weather this weekend which could possibly disrupt school attendance on Monday, January 25, 2021. In anticipation of that, I would . . . read more

Important Reminders - Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Return to In-Person Learning

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no in person attendance or remote learning on Monday, January 18. Last spring, West Central lit up our football field and used the theme, “Be the Light.”  This . . . read more

Important Remote Learning Reminders and Updated Deadlines

Reminders and New Deadline Information  Remote learning for all students begins tomorrow, January 7, 2021, and continues through Friday, January 15, 2021.  All West Central Middle School and West . . . read more

Important Information and Dates for Return to Learn January 2021

Good morning West Central Families, I hope this correspondence finds you well.  As a reminder, January 4, 5, and 6 will be a combination of Remote Learning Planning days and a Teacher Institute day for staff. This . . . read more

Return to Learning in January 2021

December 18, 2020

Good morning West Central Families, Today, I am emailing for two reasons.  First, I want to thank our students, their families, and our staff for your support, hard work, grace, and understanding over this past semester.  . . . read more

Public Hearing Notification on E-Learning Plan

October 6, 2020

Public Hearing Notification on E-Learning Plan read more

Reopening Plan and Calendar Changes with Important Dates/Deadlines

Good afternoon West Central Families, At the West Central Board of Education meeting last night, September 23, 2020, the Board of Education approved increasing the number of in-person instruction days from four to five beginning . . . read more

In-Person and Remote Learning Schedule Update

Good morning West Central Families, After much discussion and consideration, I want to let you know that the schedule for in-person learning and remote learning will remain the same after Labor Day.  We will continue to dismiss . . . read more

Temporary Closure Due to COVID-19 Notification

August 27, 2020 Dear Families and Staff: This letter is to inform you that an individual at West Central Middle School has tested positive for COVID-19. We are coordinating our efforts with the Henderson County Health . . . read more

Wednesday Remote Learning Day Information

Good evening West Central Families, Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26, is our first Wednesday Remote Learning Day for ALL students. Please remember we will be using the certification process in Skyward to take attendance on Remote Learning . . . read more

Thank You for a Great First Day of School

West Central Families, Thank you, thank you, thank you so much for your patience and understanding today. We know we have some processes and procedures we need to tweak and speed up, and we will get better at this. Please be patient with . . . read more

Remote Learning Information

August 19, 2020

Please know if you have selected remote learning, it will be very different than it was last spring. Students will be expected to complete all assigned work with the highest quality possible. Below are some of the expectations for remote . . . read more

Learning Platforms

During the 2020-2021 school year, Pre-K - 3rd grade students and staff will use Seesaw as their learning platform, and 4th-12th grade students and staff will use Google Classroom. Google Meet and Zoom may also be used as video conferencing . . . read more

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 2020-2021 Reopening Plan

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 2020-2021 Reopening Plan   read more

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 August 5, 2020 Special Board Meeting

August 4, 2020

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 August 5, 2020 Special Board Meeting Agenda read more

2020-2021 Reopening Plan for West Central C.U.S.D. #235

Please click on the link below to view the reopening plan: 2020-2021 Reopening Plan for West Central C.U.S.D. #235 read more

Learning Options for Reopening School in 2020-2021

Just a reminder that registration opened on Monday, July 27. During the registration process you are asked to choose between the hybrid approach to learning and total remote learning. This document describes the two options as well as the . . . read more

Reopening Schools in 2020-2021 Update

June 23, 2020

Reopening Schools in 2020-2021 Update read more

Pledge of Allegiance - May 28

Please join us in the Pledge of Allegiance.   read more

Pledge of Allegiance - May 22

Please join us in the Pledge of Allegiance.   read more

Exchange Process Reminders for May 18 and May 21

May 18, 2020

Reminder: Today, Monday, May 18 and Thursday, May 21 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., families are reminded to visit their child's school and return their final packet, completed work, Chromebook with charger and . . . read more

West Central Class of 2020 Senior Parade

May 12, 2020

Hello West Central Family and Community, It is time for the West Central communities to rally around the West Central Class of 2020 and show them how much support they have here in Henderson County and how proud we are of all of them. . . . read more

Pandemic EBT Benefits Program

May 7, 2020

Good morning West Central Family, On April 16, I shared with you that Pandemic EBT benefits would be available soon.  We are happy to share, they are now available. Please read below to learn more: The Illinois . . . read more

Last Day for Meal Distribution

May 7, 2020

Good afternoon West Central Family, It has been our pleasure to provide meals to over 300 students during this mandated school closure. We hope you have found it helpful. For the 2019-2020 school year, our last meal . . . read more

2020 Prom and Graduation Plans

May 5, 2020

Good afternoon West Central Family and 2020 Graduates, On April 27 we invited West Central High School Class of 2020 students and parents to give input into the graduation plans for the Class of 2020 by means of a . . . read more

Hello from home! The Students of West Central!

"We love and miss all our students very much and this was just the thing we needed to get through the last stretch of this school year. Thank you from the bottom of all of our hearts to everyone who made this video possible. We hope . . . read more

Important Reminders and Updates

April 30, 2020

Good afternoon West Central Family, I hope this message finds you and your family well and healthy.  I want to remind those of you who have signed up for meals during the mandated closure that we will have our regular meal . . . read more

Attention Class of 2020 and Parents of the Class of 2020

Graduation is a long standing tradition that honors and recognizes senior students for the milestone accomplishment of successfully completing high school. We want to be sure to honor you, our high school seniors, on this significant . . . read more

MTC Communications Hotspots

April 23, 2020

MTC Communications has opened unlimited data WiFi Hotspot Network for free to keep community members connected!  Directions to access are at the bottom of the linked page. It will show MTCguest or MTC Hotspot when you are looking for a . . . read more

School Closure and Remote Learning Update - April 17, 2020

April 17, 2020

Dear West Central Family: I hope this message finds you all safe and healthy. Today, Illinois Governor Pritzker announced that in person instruction is suspended and remote learning in Illinois will continue through the end of the . . . read more

Bridging The Digital Divide Article

We are extremely proud of our West Central family and community! Bridging the Digital Divide: Covid-19 Brings an Illinois Community Together Article Link read more

West Central Virtual Caravan Of Care

April 15, 2020

  We miss you! Click below to receive the love we are sending you! We are here for you if you need anything. ❤️💙🔥💙❤️ #WCHeatPride   #WCStrong   #WeLoveYou   #WeAreFamily   #BetheLight WC Virtual . . . read more

Remote Learning Survey

Remote learning is a new concept to all of us, and we are all learning as we go. We value your input and are asking for you to complete this survey in order for us to assess how we are doing, so that we can make needed adjustments. Your . . . read more

#WCHeatPride

Dear West Central Family, You Are Missed! read more

Meal Distribution Mandated Request

April 8, 2020

Dear West Central Family, Due to health and safety concerns with the afternoon meal distribution, particularly in Oquawka, we need to request that all families remain in their vehicle during that distribution time.  Our staff will . . . read more

Illinois Retired Teachers Association Offering Assistance to Students

April 6, 2020

(April 6, 2020 - Springfield, Ill.) Members of the  Illinois Retired Teachers Association , a state-wide association of retired educators, their families and supporters, are volunteering during this Covid 19 pandemic to assist . . . read more

Senior Spotlight Request

April 1, 2020

Dear West Central Heat Seniors, We know this is not how you probably imagined or wanted your senior year to go this year. This is the time of year where we as a school and community start to celebrate you, your accomplishments, . . . read more

Census Day - April 1, 2020

April 1, 2020

The U.S. Constitution requires that every person living in the United States is counted every ten years for the purpose of ensuring fair representation and distribution of resources. The U.S. Census Bureau will carry out the census this . . . read more

Remote Learning Plan

March 31, 2020

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Remote Learning Plan read more

Update On Coronavirus Mandated Closure and Remote Learning Days

March 31, 2020

Dear West Central Family, I hope this message finds you and your families safe and well. Today, in Governor Pritzker’s press conference, he announced that the mandated school closure in Illinois would be  extended through . . . read more

Remote Learning Days Update - March 29, 2020

March 29, 2020

Dear West Central Family, On March 13, 2020, Governor Pritzker mandated that all schools in Illinois be closed through March 30, 2020, and declared that those days would be considered Act of God Days. This closure was then extended through . . . read more

Update On Coronavirus Mandated Closure - Remote Learning Days

March 28, 2020

Good afternoon West Central Family, On Friday evening, March 27, we received a 62-page document of recommendations from ISBE with regard to the mandated closure days after March 30.  ISBE has declared March 31 through the remainder of . . . read more

West Central Students and Families

By Markey, Paula

On March 20, during Governor Pritzker’s press conference, he issued a statewide Shelter in Place Executive Order, beginning, today, March 21 at 5:00 p.m.  During this call he also gave a directive for all Illinois schools to remain . . . read more

Mandated School Closure Details

By Markey, Paula | March 15, 2020

  As was communicated to you previously, Governor Pritzker issued a state-wide directive to all Illinois schools to close as a precautionary measure against further spread of the Coronavirus. Initially, we announced all  West . . . read more

Update and Change to School Closures

By Markey, Paula | March 15, 2020

As was communicated to you previously, Governor Pritzker issued a state-wide directive to all Illinois schools to close as a precautionary measure against further spread of the Coronavirus. Initially, we announced all West Central Schools . . . read more

Update Regarding Coronavirus and Mandated School Closing

March 13, 2020

Good afternoon, A few minutes ago, all Illinois Superintendents were invited to a conference call with Governor J.B. Pritzker. During this call, Governor Pritzker issued a directive that all Illinois schools are mandated to close to . . . read more

Communication to Families Regarding Coronavirus

March 13, 2020   Dear West Central Staff, Parents and Community Members:   As you know, we are in a period of unprecedented times and heightened awareness regarding the Coronavirus with an . . . read more

Donations Made For Unpaid Lunch Balances

West Central District #235 was the recipient of two generous donations to be applied to unpaid lunch balances at the district. The Oquawka United Methodist Church donated $1,146 toward unpaid lunch balances. The second donation in . . . read more

Cold and Flu Season

  A Friendly Reminder Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s), Cold and flu season has arrived! Below is West Central’s policy regarding exclusion periods for sick students as well as some preventative tips. Please adhere to . . . read more

Welcome Back to School

West Central Faculty and Staff are looking forward to the upcoming school year!  read more

2019-2020 Change to School Calendar

By Markey, Paula

Dear West Central #235 Parents/Guardians: Over the last two years, West Central has conducted some Vision work within the District.  We gathered data from staff at a School Improvement Day and held Vision community meetings in . . . read more

Courageous Smiles 2019

Miranda Gullberg | May 6, 2019

On Thursday, May 2nd, 2019, 18 West Central students traveled to Illini West High School in Carthage to compete at the Courageous Smiles Track Meet. This event was a track meet with fun events, including standing jump, softball or tennis ball . . . read more

IPA Student Recognition

On May 2, 2019 the IPA recognized outstanding students from various schools with a breakfast in their honor at Western Illinois University. Students honored had been picked as the Students of the Year for each school. West Central is . . . read more

Proclamation-Support Staff Proclamation 2019

  PROCLAMATION Support Staff Days: April 24, 2019                        Administrative Professionals . . . read more

Illinois Science Assessment

All fifth- and eighth-graders and some high school students will begin taking the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) March 1. The assessment will be administered at West Central the weeks of April 8 and April 15, 2019 depending on the grade . . . read more

Change in Calendar Dates

By Markey, Paula

Due to the unusual number of snow days needed this quarter, 3rd quarter mid-term and end dates will be moved back by one week. The new 3rd quarter mid-term will be Friday, February 8.  The 3rd quarter will end on Friday, March 15.  . . . read more

Thank You To Our Local Law Enforcement

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 would like to take this opportunity to thank our local law enforcement.  We appreciate their support and assistance in maintaining a safe environment for our students and staff. Please join us in saying . . . read more

8th Grade Visits the Kindergarten Class

The WCMS 8th grade recently visited the WCEL Kindergarten class for the afternoon.  The 8th graders were able to help with the PE Skating Unit for the Kindergarten class.  The two classes were also able to spend some time in the . . . read more

Boy Scout Troop 61 Blue Heart Project

Lisa Ray | November 14, 2018

Unfortunately in today’s world you never know what can happen.  School budgets are extremely tight, safety of students and staff is always a priority and with that in mind, Boy Scout Troop 61 in Oquawka used retired fire hose to . . . read more

Back to School Events

Back to School Night for the elementary and the middle school is Thursday, August 16, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.  Back to School Night for the high school is Thursday, August 16, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.   Pre-K Orientation is . . . read more

Courageous Smiles Track Meet 2018

Mary "Petie"  Parsons  | May 15, 2018

The weather was beautiful for the  West Central Courageous Smiles Track Team on May 4, 2018 when they went to Carthage High School for the meet. All the participants had an amazing time. They threw baseballs, softballs, long jumped, . . . read more

Invitation to Bid on Surplus Items

By Markey, Paula

Invitation to Bid on Surplus Items West Central C.U.S.D. #235   Notice is given that a sale of surplus items including a Shaw Walker safe, a small handicapped ramp, and a large handicapped ramp will be . . . read more

Illinois E-Pay (JetPay) Program

Welcome to  West Central CUSD #235 payments web site.    As part of the . . . read more

Security Procedures Notification

By Markey, Paula | February 17, 2018

Dear West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Stakeholders,   West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Board of Education, administration and staff are disheartened by the recent tragedy in Parkland, Florida. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the . . . read more

Animals on School Property

By Markey, Paula | September 12, 2017

Recently, concerns have been raised with regard to animals on school property.  This has caused us to reflect on Board Policy 6:100 which states, "Animals may be brought into school facilities for educational purposes according to . . . read more

Financial Updates Regarding Illinois Budget and Legislation and Its Impact on Education Funding

By Markey, Paula

August 21, 2017 Dear West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Stakeholders: With the start of school, West Central C.U.S.D. #235 would like to take a few minutes to update you on the events taking place in Springfield that will impact . . . read more

Harrison Competes at State Olympics

By Ackermann, Charlotte | June 13, 2017

On Saturday June 10, 2017, Harrison Fisher, participated at the State Special Olympics in Normal Illinois after qualifying for the 1500 meter run at his local level.  His 1500 meter time at State was 5:36 in which he received the . . . read more

Website

Shutdown for Server Update

By Frakes, Melinda

Over the next few weeks, we will be making some minor changes to our website.  This will include some renaming and moving of links and articles.  We hope this will make our website more user friendly and easier to locate . . . read more

Letter to Parents Regarding Accountability Assessments

Illinois State Board of Education

Click on the following link for information from the Illinois State Board of Education: Letter to Parents Regarding Accountability Assessments read more

West Central CUSD 235 Video

February 27, 2017

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The FBI's Child ID App

The FBI's Child ID app provides a convenient place to electronically store photos and other vital information about your children so that it's literally right at hand if you need it.  You can show the pictures and provide . . . read more

Breakfast at West Central

Breakfast is served at West Central Elementary, Middle, and High School on a daily basis prior to the start of the school day.   Daily  Breakfst Menu includes: Cereal Toast Fruit Juice Milk . . . read more

Open House/Kickoff/Locker Night

July 12, 2016

ELEMENTARY OPEN HOUSE/KICK OFF West Central Elementary will be hosting their Open House/School Kick Off on Monday, August 15 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Students and their families will be able to bring in their school supplies and put them . . . read more

West Central School District Handbooks

2023 - 2024 School Year

West Central Preschool Handbook   2023 2024 District Student Handbook   West Central Athletic Concussion Management Plan PDF Format   West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Absenteeism and Truancy . . . read more

WC Address Change - North Campus

April 28, 2016

Henderson County has completed readdressing the rural areas within Henderson County. Our new  address  is a site  address  based on the Henderson County rural reference system that may be used for emergency response . . . read more

Pesticide Application

West Central C.U.S.D. #235 practices Integrated Pest Management (IPM), an approach to pest control that reduces pest populations while minimizing pesticide applications.  On Friday, April 8 after school hours, a . . . read more

STAAR 5K

By Ricketts, Julie | September 29, 2015

On Saturday, September 26th, a group of people gathered together to participate in the 1st annual STAAR 5K (Small Town America Against Racism). Chairman Laura Lewis says, it was a wonderful, positive event in the community and we look . . . read more

Length of School Day - 2015

July 15, 2015

The normal school day for WC Elementary students begins at 8:30 am and concludes at 3:15, WC Middle school students begin at 8:25 a.m. and end at 3:15 p.m.  The high school day will begin at 8:15 a.m. and conclude at 3:09 p.m. . . . read more

West Central CUSD 235 Facebook

By Grimm, Ralph | February 20, 2015

West Central CUSD #235 is now on Face Book. Please go to Face Book and like our page at West Central CUSD 235. This page will be used as an additional way for district staff to send information to our stakeholders read more

West Central CUSD 235 Annual Report

December 19, 2014

Please click on the link below to view the 2013-2014 Annual Report for West Central CUSD 235. WCSD 2013-2014 Annual Report read more

eRead Illinois Program

By Russell, Renee | September 12, 2014

West Central CUSD #235 brings expanded access to e-books to the school through the eRead Illinois Program September 2, 2014 – West Central School District #235 is participating in the eRead Illinois Program, designed to . . . read more

Notice of Public Hearing

By Grimm, Ralph | September 5, 2014

Notice is hereby given by the Board of Education of West Central Community Unit School District #235, in the County of Henderson, State of Illinois, that a public hearing on the budget for said School District for the fiscal year, beginning . . . read more

Integrated Math

By Seitz, Jeanne | July 22, 2014

Dear Community of West Central School District: We are writing to inform you of the changes taking place during the 2014-2015 school year.  The math department of WCSD will be implementing a change from the traditional pathway of . . . read more

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

By Grimm, Ralph | June 4, 2014

Notice is hereby given by the Board of Education of West Central Community Unit School District #235, in the County of Henderson, State of Illinois, that a public hearing on the amended budget for said School District for the fiscal year, . . . read more

A REPORT TO STAKEHOLDERS ON DISTRICT #235 FINANCES

By Grimm, Ralph

As many of you are probably aware, the State of Illinois is in a financial mess. The state owes billions of dollars to a tremendous number of providers, vendors and pension plans. For years, the state has delayed payments on these incurred . . . read more

Information Presented at District Finance Meeting

March 7, 2013

By Grimm, Ralph

The following links will take you to information presented at the District Finance Meeting held on March 7, 2013. Community Meeting Presentation Finance Committee Recommendations read more

District Financial Information

Upcoming Meeting Dates

By Grimm, Ralph

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Tdap Vaccine

By Scott, Barb | February 22, 2013

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Academic Improvement Award - 2011 Illinois Honor Roll

West Central High School

February 1, 2012

West Central High School recently received notification from the Illinois State Board of Education that the school had earned an Academic Improvement Award.  The 2011 Academic Improvement Award honors 114 schools across the state that . . . read more

West Central School District 235

Receives $2,000 from Midwest Bank of Western Illinois

October 3, 2011

Chris Gavin, President of midwest Bank of Western Illinois announced that the bank has disbursed $2,000 to West Central School District 235.  The check represents the banks donation to the school district from its Chalk up Money for . . . read more

Transportation Reimbursement Notice to Parents/Guardians

By Ralph Grimm | May 14, 2009

Parent(s) or legal guardians(s) who must provide transportation to and from school, because free transportation is not available for their children, may be eligible to receive money from the state to help offset some of the cost; for . . . read more

School Bus Safety Reminders

August 30, 2008

 With the beginning of the  school year, the safe transportation of all students to school is a primary concern.  Of particular importance is both student and motorist awareness of the potential dangers of getting on and . . . read more

Facts About Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus ( MRSA )

Health Occupations Class | November 3, 2007

What is MRSA? •         A potentially deadly staph infection How is MRSA spread? •         By skin to skin contact • . . . read more

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