Taylorville Junior High School’s 7th grade STEM class is studying energy and the environment. In this unit, Mrs. Wagner’s students will be investigating different types of energy sources including fossil fuels, solar and wind energy. Friday September 15, the class visited the local Christian County Coal Mine Museum. Mr. Chuck Martin spoke to the students about the history of coal and coal mining in Christian County. The students learned about many of the tools and artifacts on display and toured the replica of a coal mine tunnel. Some of the students found family members on the Coal Miners’ Wall of Fame. Others were excited to learn about the Mine Wars of 1932-35 that happened in the area. “I am so happy that the kids liked it! My own kids and I enjoyed the museum when we visited this summer and I wanted to share it with my students. We are lucky to have this opportunity in town. Mr. Martin and the Board of Directors really have put together a nice collection.” At the end of the visit, Mr. Martin gave each student a bag with some Coal and Fluorspar, compliments of the Illinois Department of Mines and Minerals.
The 7th grade STEM class at TJHS is studying energy and the environment. In this unit, Mrs. Wagner’s students will be investigating different types of energy sources including fossil fuels, solar and wind energy. Friday September 15, the class visited the local Christian County Coal Mine Museum. More information about this field trip is available in the News section of our website.
The 8th grade ELA department at Taylorville Jr. High recently received the Illinois Retired Teachers Association grant. Mrs. Alberssen, Mrs. Graves, and Ms. Cummins will use the grant money to purchase new novels for 8th grade students. Great job and the novel is "Touching Spirit Bear" for those interested. A very good read with lots of relevant connections for our TJHS scholars. Pic: L-R, Ms. Cummins, Mrs. Graves, Mrs. Alberssen, and Mr. Bruder
Country vs. Country Club Day at TJHS
Country vs. Country Club Day at TJHS
Country vs. Country Club Day at TJHS
70's Day at TJHS
70's Day at TJHS
Pajama Day Fun at TJHS to kick off homecoming week!
Pajama Day Fun at TJHS to kick off homecoming week!
Pajama Day Fun at TJHS to kick off homecoming week!
Taylorville Junior High School's Student Council celebrated our community's first responders on Patriot's Day by providing donuts and a "thank you" poster to Christian County Sheriff's Office, Taylorville Police Department, Taylorville Fire Department and Dunn's Ambulance. We appreciate everything they do for our community!
The August Students of the Month at Taylorville Junior High School are selected by their teachers and have helped create a safe learning community. Congratulations on setting great examples for your fellow students and TJHS staff!
Cutline: Front (L-R) Eloise Mateer, Tanner Hennings, Alyssa Bunting, Eileen Mateer, Carrington Boykin, Olivia Davis, Ally koniak
Middle (L-R) Brody Bedinger, Paityn Blessent, Elizabeth Phoenix, Maliyah Thompson, Liam Parkinson, Leah Houser, Griffin Rogers, Dez Declerck, Jaxon Simpson, Xavier Hancock
Top (L-R) Dane Muncy, Nathan Books, Landri Salmon, Brylee Sams, Kayden Melvin, Paige Mollet, Alexis Felton, Nikyla Lawrence, Jayden Samson)
Pic 2: Grayson Ellinger, Griffin Richardson, Addison Stone
Please read the following press release from TJHS regarding their upcoming Field of Flags campaign.
Day 6--TJHS "New Faces in New Places"--We are excited to spotlight TJHS staff taking on new assignments and challenges and today's staff member is Mrs. Jennifer Richardson. Mrs. Richardson has joined the PE department and has a wide range of classes which keep her always on the move. Thank you for your continued dedicated service.
Impossible Shot Winner! Amelia gave 100% today in PE and understood how to play Tchoukball. She won a $5 gift card.
Today at TJHS we are celebrating our awesome permanent substitutes! Our building could not run smoothly without them. Thank you for all you do, Ms. Howe and Mrs. Bonitzer. You are so appreciated!!
Sharing information about the SASA Soccer League.
Mrs. Rice’s 8th grade history classes recently completed a unit of study on the United States Flag Code. Students analyzed the meaning of the words in the Pledge of Allegiance, discussed proper display and disposal of the American flag, proper etiquette during the playing of the Star-Spangled Banner, and how to properly fold the American flag.
Mrs. Rice’s 8th grade history classes recently completed a unit of study on the United States Flag Code. Students analyzed the meaning of the words in the Pledge of Allegiance, discussed proper display and disposal of the American flag, proper etiquette during the playing of the Star-Spangled Banner, and how to properly fold the American flag.
