CJHS Veterans Day Assembly
Date: Friday, November 7
Arrival Time for Guests: Please arrive by 7:15 a.m. and check in at the office. Be sure to bring your driver’s license for entry.
Central Junior High School invites all veterans, family members, friends, and neighbors to join us for our annual Veterans Day Assembly as we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. This special event will include student performances, reflections, and a moment of gratitude for those who have defended our freedoms.
We are deeply thankful for your service and sacrifice. Please join us as our school community comes together to say, “Thank you, Veterans!”

There will be a speech competition at Metamora at 3:00 on November 14th. Good luck to all competing!

***Boys Basketball Schedule Change***
The 11/17 games @ Normal Kingsley, originally scheduled for 4:30 PM, will now begin at 5:00 PM
The 11/17 games @ Normal Kingsley, originally scheduled for 4:30 PM, will now begin at 5:00 PM

No School tomorrow, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day

Wrestling open gyms will take place on November 10, 12, 17, and 24 from 3:00-4:30 PM in the wrestling area behind the main gym bleachers. Students who wish to try out for wrestling must have a current sports physical on file. Tryouts may begin December 1.

Volleyball open gym will take place on November 10 from 6:00-8:00 PM in the main gym. Additional open gyms may be scheduled. Students who wish to try out for volleyball must have a current sports physical on file. Tryouts may begin December 8.

School Improvement Day tomorrow, November 7. CJHS will dismiss at 11 AM.

Date: Friday, November 7
Sign Up: Complete a short Google form on the school website.
Arrival Time for Guests: Please arrive by 7:15 a.m. and check in at the office. Be sure to bring your driver’s license for entry.
Central Junior High School invites all veterans, family members, friends, and neighbors to join us for our annual Veterans Day Assembly as we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. This special event will include student performances, reflections, and a moment of gratitude for those who have defended our freedoms.
We are deeply thankful for your service and sacrifice. Please join us as our school community comes together to say, “Thank you, Veterans!”
Sign Up: Complete a short Google form on the school website.
Arrival Time for Guests: Please arrive by 7:15 a.m. and check in at the office. Be sure to bring your driver’s license for entry.
Central Junior High School invites all veterans, family members, friends, and neighbors to join us for our annual Veterans Day Assembly as we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. This special event will include student performances, reflections, and a moment of gratitude for those who have defended our freedoms.
We are deeply thankful for your service and sacrifice. Please join us as our school community comes together to say, “Thank you, Veterans!”

November 7 – SIP Day
School Improvement Day will be held on November 7. Students will follow the adjusted SIP schedule.
School Improvement Day will be held on November 7. Students will follow the adjusted SIP schedule.

The CJHS Newsletter has been updated to fix a broken link:
https://view.gogipper.com/page/3527701
Congratulations to our recent Top Performers!
Congratulations to Izzy F.! Izzy had an amazing game against Dunlap Valley on 10/21. She played tough defense, causing several turnovers and also hit some timely 3 pointers and had10 total points to help lead her team to an exciting 3 point victory.
Congratulations to Saylor S.! Saylor contributes to our games in so many ways. She hustles from the opening tipoff to the final buzzer. She leads the offense by making great passes to her teammates. She also causes turnovers by our opponents which lead to scoring opportunities for our team. She had a great game against Dunlap Valley on 10/21 where she had close to 10 steals on the press which led to Wildcat points. She is a great leader.
Congratulations to Sydney H.! Sydney had a great game against Pekin Edison on 10/25. She scored a game high 20 points out of 29 total points. She has a great work ethic which is shown by getting herself into rebounding position every time a shot goes up on both offense and defense. She is a leader by example, she plays aggressive every time she steps on the court. She also wants her teammates to be successful by making great passes to give them scoring opportunities.
Congratulations to Brynley H.! Brynley is a great team player who stays calm under pressure and shows excellent court awareness. She consistently supports her teammates, offering insight on plays and adjusting quickly when needed. Her number of assists and rebounds make her an essential part of the team’s success. Brynley’s unselfishness, determination, and leadership truly make her stand out on the court!
Congratulations Brynley your hard work does not go unnoticed!
Congratulations to Izzy F.! Izzy had an amazing game against Dunlap Valley on 10/21. She played tough defense, causing several turnovers and also hit some timely 3 pointers and had10 total points to help lead her team to an exciting 3 point victory.
Congratulations to Saylor S.! Saylor contributes to our games in so many ways. She hustles from the opening tipoff to the final buzzer. She leads the offense by making great passes to her teammates. She also causes turnovers by our opponents which lead to scoring opportunities for our team. She had a great game against Dunlap Valley on 10/21 where she had close to 10 steals on the press which led to Wildcat points. She is a great leader.
Congratulations to Sydney H.! Sydney had a great game against Pekin Edison on 10/25. She scored a game high 20 points out of 29 total points. She has a great work ethic which is shown by getting herself into rebounding position every time a shot goes up on both offense and defense. She is a leader by example, she plays aggressive every time she steps on the court. She also wants her teammates to be successful by making great passes to give them scoring opportunities.
Congratulations to Brynley H.! Brynley is a great team player who stays calm under pressure and shows excellent court awareness. She consistently supports her teammates, offering insight on plays and adjusting quickly when needed. Her number of assists and rebounds make her an essential part of the team’s success. Brynley’s unselfishness, determination, and leadership truly make her stand out on the court!
Congratulations Brynley your hard work does not go unnoticed!




On November 1st, selected students will participate in the ILMEA band festival at Western Illinois University. Best of luck !

October 29 – Report Cards Sent Home
Report cards will be sent home with students on October 29.
Report cards will be sent home with students on October 29.

October 30 – Speech Invitational
The Speech Invitational will be held on October 30.
The Speech Invitational will be held on October 30.

October 28 – Picture Retakes
Picture retakes will be held on October 28.
Picture retakes will be held on October 28.

2025 Boys Basketball Schedule

October 28 – Picture Retakes
Picture retakes will be held on October 28.
Picture retakes will be held on October 28.

Next Week (Oct. 27 - 31) is Red Ribbon Week! Spooky Grams will be sold throughout the week.
Dress up days are as follows:
Monday - Wear Red
Tuesday - PJ Day *Speaker Carl Cannon will be here in the afternoon
Wednesday - Barbie Day
Thursday - Sports/Favorite Team *Trivia at lunch
Friday - Halloween Theme (no costumes)
Dress up days are as follows:
Monday - Wear Red
Tuesday - PJ Day *Speaker Carl Cannon will be here in the afternoon
Wednesday - Barbie Day
Thursday - Sports/Favorite Team *Trivia at lunch
Friday - Halloween Theme (no costumes)


Parents,
October is Bullying Prevention Month. Please review the following information. A reminder that parent-teacher conferences are tomorrow and Friday!
https://view.gogipper.com/page/3494090
October is Bullying Prevention Month. Please review the following information. A reminder that parent-teacher conferences are tomorrow and Friday!
https://view.gogipper.com/page/3494090
