West Central High School Senior Spotlight for Jamie Miller, Class of 2026. Jamie’s portrait captures her sitting among summer flowers, paired with a fun throwback photo of her as a young girl. The graphic proudly displays the "WC" winged logo and "Class

Senior Spotlight 5/14/26 - Jamie Miller

2025-2026 School Year

Today's Senior Spotlight features Jamie Miller! Congratulations on all your accomplishments, and know that we are incredibly proud of you! #WeAreWC #SeniorSpotlights #classof2026  

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Senior Spotlight graphic for Lauren Winters, West Central Class of 2026. Lauren fondly remembers her freshman P.E. class and the special year she shared on campus with her brother. She credits Mr. Muegee for his humor and kindness. Lauren has big plans to

Senior Spotlight 5/13/26 - Lauren Winters

2025-2026 School Year

Today's Senior Spotlight features Lauren Winters! Congratulations on all your accomplishments, and know that we are incredibly proud of you! #WeAreWC #SeniorSpotlights #classof2026  

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Inside a room with wood-paneled walls, a woman in a blue "Believe in Yourself" shirt stands with a group of four smiling 5th grade girls. The students are wearing name tags and casual school clothes.

5th Grade Kindness Club

2025-2026 School Year

The 5th-grade Kindness Club at West Central Elementary School recently completed a meaningful community service project at the Henderson County Health Department. Under the expert organization and guidance of Mrs. Sharon Graham, the students spent the day giving back to the community through a variety of meaningful tasks. The young volunteers worked hard to plant flowers, clean and organize the food pantry, shred paper, and sort . . .

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West Central Superintendent Search - Profile and Survey Results

Below are the links to view the New Superintendent Profile Report and Search Survey Results.  New Superintendent Profile Report (PDF)   Search Survey Results (PDF)

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Senior Spotlight graphic for Addison Webster, West Central Class of 2026. Addison enjoyed Film Studies and looks back fondly on competing in Science Olympiad Tournaments. She shares her gratitude for all her teachers and plans to pursue a career in techno

Senior Spotlight 5/12/26 - Addison Webster

2025-2026 School Year

Today's Senior Spotlight features Addison Webster! Congratulations on all your accomplishments, and know that we are incredibly proud of you! #WeAreWC #SeniorSpotlights #classof2026  

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Senior Spotlight graphic for Cody Wade, West Central Class of 2026. Cody enjoyed his time in PE and will never forget the fun of senior assassins. He credits Coach Arnold as a major life mentor. Cody looks forward to starting his career as an apprentice i

Senior Spotlight 5/11/26 - Cody Wade

2025-2026 School Year

Today's Senior Spotlight features Cody Wade! Congratulations on all your accomplishments, and know that we are incredibly proud of you! #WeAreWC #SeniorSpotlights #classof2026  

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A colorful, flat-style illustration of a diverse group of school-aged children performing on a stage decorated with spring flowers and bunting. On the left, children are singing into microphones; on the right, children are playing instruments including a

Spring Concerts 2026

2025-2026 School Year

Join us for West Central CUSD #235's spring concerts!  Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade = Monday, May 4th @ 6:30 PM 3rd, 4th, 5th Grade = Tuesday, May 5th @ 6:30 PM Middle School, High School = Tuesday, May 12th @ 6:30 PM All concerts will be located in the high school gym.

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Current Highlights

Welcome to West Central C.U.S.D. #235

By Mrs. Stacey Day

Hello West Central! I hope this note finds you doing well and enjoying summer! My name is Stacey Day and I am the Superintendent for the West Central School District. I completed my bachelor's degree in mathematics at Illinois . . . read more

Welcome to West Central Middle School

By Miss Brittney Kugler

Hello, Everyone! My name is Brittney Kugler, and I am writing to introduce myself as the new principal of West Central Middle School! I am beginning my 11th year as an educator and first year as a principal. I am from Macomb, Illinois . . . read more

Welcome to West Central Elementary School

By Mrs. Kathy Lafary

Welcome to West Central Elementary School, home to approximately 375 Pre-K through 5th grade students.  We have a very dedicated staff that puts the needs of our students first, while upholding our mission statement, “Providing . . . read more