🏆 Prairieland Conference Champions! 🏆
Congratulations to the Farmington High School Boys Track Team on capturing the Prairieland Conference Championship! The Farmers pulled away from the field last night and secured the title by an impressive 23-point margin.
Congratulations to our coaches and student-athletes on an outstanding accomplishment!
The girls team also had a strong showing, finishing in 5th place overall. A special congratulations goes out to freshman Ra'Niya Taylor, who broke the school record in the high jump with a leap of 1.62 meters (5' 3.75").
Congratulations, Ra'Niya, on an incredible achievement!
Congratulations to the Farmington High School Boys Track Team on capturing the Prairieland Conference Championship! The Farmers pulled away from the field last night and secured the title by an impressive 23-point margin.
Congratulations to our coaches and student-athletes on an outstanding accomplishment!
The girls team also had a strong showing, finishing in 5th place overall. A special congratulations goes out to freshman Ra'Niya Taylor, who broke the school record in the high jump with a leap of 1.62 meters (5' 3.75").
Congratulations, Ra'Niya, on an incredible achievement!
Busses left the school approximately 10 minutes later than normal. Thank you for your patience and have a great weekend!
🎉 Big Wins for FCES at the IPA Recognition Breakfast!
We are bursting with Farmer Pride today! 🌾 Join us in celebrating two of our incredible students and our amazing leadership for their recent honors at the Illinois Principals Association (IPA) Student Recognition Breakfast.
🌟 Student Stars
A huge congratulations to Amierah Adkins and Hudson Bohannon! 🏆
Amierah and Hudson were recognized as Outstanding Students and School Citizens. This honor is a testament to their hard work in the classroom and their dedication to making FCES a better place every single day. We are so proud of the examples you set for your peers!
🏆 Excellence in Leadership
The celebration didn’t stop there! Our very own Mr. Mathewson officially received his plaque for Principal of the Year in the Central Illinois Valley Region. 🎓
We are bursting with Farmer Pride today! 🌾 Join us in celebrating two of our incredible students and our amazing leadership for their recent honors at the Illinois Principals Association (IPA) Student Recognition Breakfast.
🌟 Student Stars
A huge congratulations to Amierah Adkins and Hudson Bohannon! 🏆
Amierah and Hudson were recognized as Outstanding Students and School Citizens. This honor is a testament to their hard work in the classroom and their dedication to making FCES a better place every single day. We are so proud of the examples you set for your peers!
🏆 Excellence in Leadership
The celebration didn’t stop there! Our very own Mr. Mathewson officially received his plaque for Principal of the Year in the Central Illinois Valley Region. 🎓
FCES had so many FARMERS that were BIG TIME readers this spring! Congratulations to first grader Alivia A. for being the Bikes for Books winner! A big THANK YOU goes out to the Masonic Lodge for hosting this event for the second time this year. Our winner will receive a FREE bike brought to you by the Masons. #BuildingLeaders #BuildingReaders
Route 7 is running behind due to a minor bus malfunction in the school parking lot. A replacement bus is loading students at this time. Thank you for your patience.
Congratulations to the JH Boys and Girls Track Teams. Last night, at the Fulton County Track Meet, the
7th grade girls and the 7th grade boys both took home the Championship trophy! The 8th grade girls and the 8th grade boys both placed 2nd! Well done, athletes!
Please note, the JV baseball games scheduled for today, May 4th, tomorrow, May 5th and next Monday, May 11th, have all been cancelled.
🌍 Harvesting Horizons: A Cultural Exchange 🌾
The world got a little smaller (and a lot more exciting!) at Farmington Central today!
Our FCHS students stepped into the role of global ambassadors, hosting a special cultural exchange for the FCES 5th grade classes. From vibrant traditions to fascinating histories, our high schoolers brought the spirit of different nations right into the classroom.
It wasn’t just a lecture, though—it was an interactive journey! The 5th graders got to experience:
🎨 Stunning Visuals: Student-made displays and authentic artifacts from around the globe.
💃 Hands-on Activities: Interactive games, crafts, and demonstrations that brought each culture to life.
🤝 Peer Mentorship: Our older students leading the way and inspiring the next generation of global citizens.
We are so proud of our High Schoolers for their hard work and research, and we loved seeing the curiosity and excitement from our 5th graders. Who knew you could travel the world and still be back in time for the bus? 🚌✨
The world got a little smaller (and a lot more exciting!) at Farmington Central today!
Our FCHS students stepped into the role of global ambassadors, hosting a special cultural exchange for the FCES 5th grade classes. From vibrant traditions to fascinating histories, our high schoolers brought the spirit of different nations right into the classroom.
It wasn’t just a lecture, though—it was an interactive journey! The 5th graders got to experience:
🎨 Stunning Visuals: Student-made displays and authentic artifacts from around the globe.
💃 Hands-on Activities: Interactive games, crafts, and demonstrations that brought each culture to life.
🤝 Peer Mentorship: Our older students leading the way and inspiring the next generation of global citizens.
We are so proud of our High Schoolers for their hard work and research, and we loved seeing the curiosity and excitement from our 5th graders. Who knew you could travel the world and still be back in time for the bus? 🚌✨
VOTE FOR THE FARMERS!
The Farmington boys track & field team has been nominated for the FM 95 Hometown Heroes of the Week award! This is a community voted award, with the winning team for the week advancing for a chance to win $1,000 for their high school's athletic department when we wrap up the season.
The voting is underway now at https://www.fm95online.com/hometown-heroes/
Fans can vote once per day online through Wednesday (5/06) night. Also here is a link to the voting form that can be printed and passed around to get voting signatures:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tzE_xapnhvVvLqKJ9dorDQOOtjzePTxo3kh0QCaMxa8/edit?tab=t.0
The team with the most votes submitted will be announced Thursday (5/30) morning as our weekly winner.
The Farmington boys track & field team has been nominated for the FM 95 Hometown Heroes of the Week award! This is a community voted award, with the winning team for the week advancing for a chance to win $1,000 for their high school's athletic department when we wrap up the season.
The voting is underway now at https://www.fm95online.com/hometown-heroes/
Fans can vote once per day online through Wednesday (5/06) night. Also here is a link to the voting form that can be printed and passed around to get voting signatures:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tzE_xapnhvVvLqKJ9dorDQOOtjzePTxo3kh0QCaMxa8/edit?tab=t.0
The team with the most votes submitted will be announced Thursday (5/30) morning as our weekly winner.
The Illinois Principals Association (IPA) hosted its annual Student Recognition Breakfast on Monday (4/27). This event celebrates students who demonstrate outstanding character, effort, and leadership within their school communities.
Based on the thoughtful input and nominations from our 8th-grade teachers, Mr. Uptmor is proud to announce this year’s representatives for FJCHS:
Aria Demmin is a standout individual who leads by example. While she is often quiet, her work ethic speaks volumes. She consistently pours her best effort into her academics and her extracurricular activities, proving that dedication and a steady hand lead to great success.
Lane Shelby is a true example of resilience and grit. Lane has shown an incredible ability to battle through adversity, managing to find success not only in the classroom but in his life outside of school and across his extracurricular pursuits.
Congratulations to these two 8th grade students on their accomplishments this school year!
Based on the thoughtful input and nominations from our 8th-grade teachers, Mr. Uptmor is proud to announce this year’s representatives for FJCHS:
Aria Demmin is a standout individual who leads by example. While she is often quiet, her work ethic speaks volumes. She consistently pours her best effort into her academics and her extracurricular activities, proving that dedication and a steady hand lead to great success.
Lane Shelby is a true example of resilience and grit. Lane has shown an incredible ability to battle through adversity, managing to find success not only in the classroom but in his life outside of school and across his extracurricular pursuits.
Congratulations to these two 8th grade students on their accomplishments this school year!
Congratulations to three Farmington seniors who officially announced their intentions to participate in collegiate athletics next year! Kennedy Koenig signed her letter of intent today to play softball at Black Hawk College.; Kaydon Bollinger announced his intentions to play football at Monmouth College; and Landon Crawford signed to continue his baseball career at Illinois Central College. We wish them all the best as they prepare to move to the next chapter of their athletic and academic careers!
Please note the JH track meet scheduled for today has been cancelled.
Congratulations to our HS boys and girls track teams at the Fulton County Track Meet last night. The boys won the County Championship and the girls took second place! Great job to all!
Attention Junior High Cheerleaders!
Tryouts for the Junior High Cheer Team will be held on Thursday, May 7 and Friday, May 8 at 3:15 PM in Gym D.
Tryouts will be conducted by High School Cheer Coach Addi Springer. While we anticipate having a Junior High coach in place before summer practices begin, Coach Springer will serve as the point of contact for tryouts.
If you have any questions, please contact Activities Director Jeff Otto at jotto@dist265.com
We look forward to seeing you there!
Tryouts for the Junior High Cheer Team will be held on Thursday, May 7 and Friday, May 8 at 3:15 PM in Gym D.
Tryouts will be conducted by High School Cheer Coach Addi Springer. While we anticipate having a Junior High coach in place before summer practices begin, Coach Springer will serve as the point of contact for tryouts.
If you have any questions, please contact Activities Director Jeff Otto at jotto@dist265.com
We look forward to seeing you there!
College Signing Day Celebration!
Please join us in the high school gym on Thursday, April 30th, as we celebrate three of our seniors during their college signing day! The ceremony will take place prior to our Senior Awards Night. We hope you can join us for this special occasion.
Signing Schedule:
3:30 PM – Kennedy Koenig
3:45 PM – Kaydon Bollinger
4:00 PM – Landon Crawford
Come out and help us recognize these outstanding student-athletes as they take the next step in their academic and athletic journeys!
Please join us in the high school gym on Thursday, April 30th, as we celebrate three of our seniors during their college signing day! The ceremony will take place prior to our Senior Awards Night. We hope you can join us for this special occasion.
Signing Schedule:
3:30 PM – Kennedy Koenig
3:45 PM – Kaydon Bollinger
4:00 PM – Landon Crawford
Come out and help us recognize these outstanding student-athletes as they take the next step in their academic and athletic journeys!
As you probably expected, with the weather today, we are cancelling the HS Fulton County Track meet, the varsity and JV baseball games with Brimfield and the JV softball game with LVC. The track meet has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 29th at 4 PM. The varsity baseball game will be made up on May 9th at 10 AM. No makeup dates for the JV baseball or JV softball games.
FOUR Conference Champions in one day! Congratulations to the JH Track teams that won all four of the Two Rivers Conference Championships! The 7th and 8th grade girls AND the 7th and 8th grade boys are all conference champs!
I know you have all been waiting for this and we appreciate your patience! Here are the Science Olympiad individual and team accomplishments:
Congratulations to our Junior High and High School Science Olympiad Teams who competed at the state tournament last weekend at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign.
Our teams brought home medals in 10 events and placed 8th (Div B - Junior High) and 20th (Div C - High School) overall.
Medalists are as follows:
1st: Ashlyn Brewer & Bradley Hammock: Disease Detectives
1st: Blyth Hayward & Riddick Messman: Ping Pong Parachute
1st: Addison Martin, Ashlyn Brewer, Bradley Hammock & Macy Phillips: Pentathalon
2nd: Blyth Hayward & Riddick Messman: Hovercraft
2nd: Cooper Price: Boomilever
3rd: Macy Phillips & Natalie Lynn: Helicopter
3rd: Ashlyn Brewer & Lielah Zacarias: Potions & Poisons
3rd: Caleb Showalter & Ryan Helle: Entomology
4th: Laynie Lekies & Ava Lynn: Scrambler
4th: Jackson Gilmore & Lucas Gutierrez: Designer Genes
Honorable mention goes out to Madelynn Vorgias & Braelyn Sceggel (Machines-6th, Helicopter-6th), Laynie Lekies & Lielah Zacarias (Boomilever-6th), Ava Lynn & Nolan Ulm (Machines-6th), Ethan Martin (Bungee Drop-7th), Sofia Thrush & Lielah Zacarias (Dynamic Planet-7th) and Nolan Ulm (Mission Possible-7th) for placing just barely outside medal range.
We are proud of our hardworking students in STEM!!
Congratulations to our Junior High and High School Science Olympiad Teams who competed at the state tournament last weekend at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign.
Our teams brought home medals in 10 events and placed 8th (Div B - Junior High) and 20th (Div C - High School) overall.
Medalists are as follows:
1st: Ashlyn Brewer & Bradley Hammock: Disease Detectives
1st: Blyth Hayward & Riddick Messman: Ping Pong Parachute
1st: Addison Martin, Ashlyn Brewer, Bradley Hammock & Macy Phillips: Pentathalon
2nd: Blyth Hayward & Riddick Messman: Hovercraft
2nd: Cooper Price: Boomilever
3rd: Macy Phillips & Natalie Lynn: Helicopter
3rd: Ashlyn Brewer & Lielah Zacarias: Potions & Poisons
3rd: Caleb Showalter & Ryan Helle: Entomology
4th: Laynie Lekies & Ava Lynn: Scrambler
4th: Jackson Gilmore & Lucas Gutierrez: Designer Genes
Honorable mention goes out to Madelynn Vorgias & Braelyn Sceggel (Machines-6th, Helicopter-6th), Laynie Lekies & Lielah Zacarias (Boomilever-6th), Ava Lynn & Nolan Ulm (Machines-6th), Ethan Martin (Bungee Drop-7th), Sofia Thrush & Lielah Zacarias (Dynamic Planet-7th) and Nolan Ulm (Mission Possible-7th) for placing just barely outside medal range.
We are proud of our hardworking students in STEM!!
1 hour delay start on Monday, April 27th.
Farmington Central CUSD #265 is seeking qualified candidates for an anticipated Freshman Girls Volleyball Coach position for the upcoming season.
The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing, developing, and implementing a competitive and educational volleyball program that aligns with the values and expectations of the district. This position plays a key role in fostering skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive athletic experience for student-athletes.
Responsibilities include:
• Instructing student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and rules of volleyball
• Promoting good sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork
• Collaborating with the varsity and junior varsity coaching staff to ensure program continuity
• Supervising student-athletes during practices and competitions
• Ensuring compliance with all school, conference, and Illinois High School Association rules and regulations
• Communicating effectively with athletes, parents, and school personnel
Qualifications:
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in volleyball preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Valid teaching certificate or ability to obtain appropriate coaching certification (as required by IHSA)
Additional Information:
This is an anticipated position, contingent upon final approval and student participation numbers.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest to Jeff Otto, Activities Director, jotto@dist265.com
The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing, developing, and implementing a competitive and educational volleyball program that aligns with the values and expectations of the district. This position plays a key role in fostering skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive athletic experience for student-athletes.
Responsibilities include:
• Instructing student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and rules of volleyball
• Promoting good sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork
• Collaborating with the varsity and junior varsity coaching staff to ensure program continuity
• Supervising student-athletes during practices and competitions
• Ensuring compliance with all school, conference, and Illinois High School Association rules and regulations
• Communicating effectively with athletes, parents, and school personnel
Qualifications:
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in volleyball preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Valid teaching certificate or ability to obtain appropriate coaching certification (as required by IHSA)
Additional Information:
This is an anticipated position, contingent upon final approval and student participation numbers.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest to Jeff Otto, Activities Director, jotto@dist265.com