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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'm excited to be the next Superintendent for the West Central School District. I completed my bachelors degree in mathematics at Illinois College and started my teaching career as a high school math teacher at Westmer School District in 2003. I continued as a high school math teacher at Mercer County High School after the consolidation in 2009. I earned my Master's Degree in Educational Leadership through Western Illinois University and became the high school principal at Mercer County High School in 2014. I recently completed my Superintendent's Licensure through Western Illinois University and I am honored to be selected as your next Superintendent.
Here's what I know about working in education, it's really hard and it's really great, all at the same time! The most important thing I've learned in my 19 years in education is that the relationships with staff, with students and with community members is what makes a school district great. My first goal as Superintendent is to spend time getting to know everyone, learning the routines, the traditions and what makes West Central GREAT!
The second biggest thing I've learned in education is that we won't always agree, but we ALL want what's best for our students and school. It takes all of us, working together, to have a successful school district and to grow successful students. If we work to keep our students and their needs and successes in the forefront of everything we do, then in the end - can't go wrong.
I am excited to get started and to meet everyone at West Central. Our custodians are working hard to get the buildings ready for a new school year and it won't be long until we are welcoming everyone back on campus. Please stop and say hello if you see me out and about at events this summer and at the start of the school year. I look forward to meeting all of you!
Enjoy the rest of your summer! See you soon!
Stacey Day
West Central #235 Superintendent
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West Central School District Handbooks
2024-2025 School Year
West Central Preschool Handbook 2024-2025 District Student Handbook 2024-2025 District Technology Agreement 2024-2025 West Central High School Curriculum Handbook West Central Athletic Concussion Management Plan . . . read more
West Central CUSD #235 School Improvement Plans
Elementary School 2022-2023 School Improvement Plan Elementary School 2023-2024 School Improvement Plan Elementary School 2024-2025 School Improvement Plan Middle School 2022-2023 School . . . read more
WC235 Staff "You Are Awesome" Awards
Want to learn more about the faculty and staff at West Central CUSD #235? Using the link below you can learn more about each staff member, find staff wish lists and nominate any staff member for a "You are Awesome" . . . read more
Special Education Services Meeting
On, May 29, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., a meeting conducted by West Central CUSD #235 will take place in the Special Services office in Biggsville, IL. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the District’s plan for providing . . . read more
Courageous Smiles Track Meet 2025
2024-2025 School Year
On Thursday, May 1st, ten West Central students competed at the Courageous Smiles Track Meet at Illini West High School in Carthage. This event was a track meet with fun field events, including standing jump, softball or tennis ball throw, . . . read more
Summer EBT 2025
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) recently announced that Summer EBT benefits will be issued to families for summer 2025 starting in May. Each eligible school-aged child will receive a one-time benefit of . . . read more
Parent-Teacher Conferences - Spring
2024-2025 School Year
West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Parent-Teacher Conferences for the Spring of 2025 are scheduled for Thursday, March 20th from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. and Friday, March 21st from 8:00 a.m. - noon. Parent/Teacher Conferences will . . . read more
Destruction of Temporary Records (Class of 2014-2018)
West Central High School will soon destroy all temporary records for the Class of 2014-2018. This includes: Temporary Student Records Temporary Special Education Student Records This does not include transcripts, . . . read more
5Essentials - Parent Notification of Student Survey Letter
2024-2025 School Year
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
Now Hiring: Bus Drivers (URGENT)
2024-2025 School Year
West Central Families and Community Members, I am writing to express an urgent need for bus drivers in our district. Over the last year, we have worked hard to adjust our bus routes with the current bus drivers that we have and . . . read more
Help West Central Improve!
2024-2025 School Year
As we seek to gather input from all stakeholders within the district, we invite you to take this survey. The results will help guide the district in creating a 5-year strategic plan. https://bit.ly/wc235needs Eligible . . . read more
Parent-Teacher Conferences - Fall 2024
2024-2025 School Year
West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Parent-Teacher Conferences for the Fall of 2024 are scheduled for Thursday, October 24th from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. and Friday, October 25th from 8:00 a.m. - noon. Parent/Teacher Conferences will be . . . read more
September Board Meeting Good News
2024-2025 School Year
At the September School Board Meeting, two groups of individuals were recognized. First, we celebrated our Excellence in Education Award winners. To attain this award, students must maintain a 4.0 GPA. We are incredibly proud . . . read more
West Central Alumni Homecoming Event 2024
2024-2025 School Year
West Central's 2nd Annual Alumni Homecoming Event will be held on Friday, October 4th! Social hour will be in the Alumni Tent from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m. Alumni from the classes ending with 4 or 9 . . . read more
Notice of Public Hearing - Budget (September 24, 2024)
2024-2025 School Year
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
*UPDATE* Phone Line Issues at WC235
We are currently experiencing phone issues at the South Campus (West Central Middle School). The North Campus (West Central Elementary School, West Central High School, West Central District Office) phone functionality has been restored. . . . read more
Transportation Survey
2024-2025 School Year
As we get ready for the new school year, we are taking a look at our bus routes and will be making changes. If you have an email address connected to your Skyward account, there is a link to a Google Form that we are asking you to . . . read more
Registration & Bus Survey
2024-2025 School Year
Online registration for the 24-25 school year will open in Skyward* on Monday, July 22. If you have a student returning to the district you will be able to complete the online registration process between July 22 and August 9. . . . read more
June 2024 Board Meeting - UPDATED
This meeting is the continuation of the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Thursday, June 27, 2024 @ 6:00 PM West Central Elementary/High School Library read more
5Essentials Survey - Parent Survey
2024-2025 School Year
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
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
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
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
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
2022 - 2023 Back to School Information with Plan for "Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services"
2022- 2023 Return to Learn Plan 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Remote Learning Plan
West Central C.U.S.D. #235 Remote Learning Plan read more
Security Procedures Notification
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
Transportation Reimbursement Notice to Parents/Guardians
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
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
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