High School Graduation Practice
May 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM
High School Graduation
May 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Graduates need to arrive by 6:15 PM for group pictures.
May 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM
High School Graduation
May 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Graduates need to arrive by 6:15 PM for group pictures.
Junior High Graduation Information:
Junior High Graduation Practice
May 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Junior High Graduation
May 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Graduates need to arrive by 6:15 PM for group pictures.
Junior High Graduation Practice
May 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Junior High Graduation
May 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Graduates need to arrive by 6:15 PM for group pictures.
CANCELLED
Today's HS Baseball game @Century has been cancelled due to weather.
Today's HS Baseball game @Century has been cancelled due to weather.
Athletics this Week!
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Hardin County Community Unit School District #1 will be having Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school term on Tuesday, May 26 and Wednesday, May 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All parents who have children entering Kindergarten next school year including the ones who have students in Headstart and Pre-K will need to call the school at (618) 287-7601 or (618) 287-2141 to make an appointment for registration. Each student will be given an Entrance Exam to better place the students in classes. If you cannot make this date, please call the school to schedule another time.
A child must be five (5) years old on or before September 1, 2026 to enroll. You will need a certified copy of your child’s birth certificate (hospital copies are not acceptable), social security card, shot record and proof of residency at the time of registration. An up-to-date record showing compliance with all immunization requirements, including a Blood Lead, an Eye Exam (by Eye Doctor) and a current physical exam must be on file at the school by September 20, 2026. Head Start physicals will be accepted if signed by a licensed physician and done within 1 year prior to entry into Kindergarten. A dental exam is also required. The school nurse will be available to determine any immunizations your child may still need. All forms are required at the time of registration even though your child may already be enrolled in Head Start or EC/Pre-K.
Hardin County Community Unit School District #1 will be having Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school term on Tuesday, May 26 and Wednesday, May 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All parents who have children entering Kindergarten next school year including the ones who have students in Headstart and Pre-K will need to call the school at (618) 287-7601 or (618) 287-2141 to make an appointment for registration. Each student will be given an Entrance Exam to better place the students in classes. If you cannot make this date, please call the school to schedule another time.
A child must be five (5) years old on or before September 1, 2026 to enroll. You will need a certified copy of your child’s birth certificate (hospital copies are not acceptable), social security card, shot record and proof of residency at the time of registration. An up-to-date record showing compliance with all immunization requirements, including a Blood Lead, an Eye Exam (by Eye Doctor) and a current physical exam must be on file at the school by September 20, 2026. Head Start physicals will be accepted if signed by a licensed physician and done within 1 year prior to entry into Kindergarten. A dental exam is also required. The school nurse will be available to determine any immunizations your child may still need. All forms are required at the time of registration even though your child may already be enrolled in Head Start or EC/Pre-K.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We would like to inform families that energy drinks are not permitted at school. Products such as Monster, Red Bull, Alani, Prime Energy, and similar beverages contain high levels of caffeine and other stimulants that are not appropriate for students during the school day.
Energy drinks can negatively affect students’ health, focus, and behavior. Possible side effects include:
Increased heart rate and blood pressure
Anxiety or jitteriness
Difficulty concentrating
Headaches and dehydration
Sleep disruption, which can impact learning and overall well-being
Our priority is to maintain a safe and healthy learning environment for all students. We ask for your support in encouraging students to choose healthier drink options at school.
If a student brings an energy drink to school, they will be asked to dispose of it or turn it in to the office.
Thank you for your cooperation and partnership in supporting the health and success of our students.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Susan Armstrong
Ms. Johnie Edwards
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Hardin County Community Unit School District #1 will be having Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school term on
Tuesday, May 26 and Wednesday, May 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All parents who have children entering Kindergarten next school year will need to call the school at (618) 287-7601 or (618) 287-2141 to make an appointment for registration. If your child is enrolled in Headstart or PreK, all you will need to do is drop off the required paperwork at any time that day. Each student will be given an Entrance Exam to better place the students in classes. If you cannot make this date, please call the school to schedule another time.
A child must be five (5) years old on or before September 1, 2026 to enroll. You will need a certified copy of your child’s birth certificate (hospital copies are not acceptable), social security card, shot record and proof of residency at the time of registration. An up-to-date record showing compliance with all immunization requirements, including a Blood Lead, an Eye Exam (by Eye Doctor) and a current physical exam must be on file at the school by September 20, 2026. Head Start physicals will be accepted if signed by a licensed physician and done within 1 year prior to entry into Kindergarten. A dental exam is also required. The school nurse will be available to determine any immunizations your child may still need. All forms are required at the time of registration even though your child may already be enrolled in Head Start or EC/Pre-K.
Hardin County Community Unit School District #1 will be having Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school term on
Tuesday, May 26 and Wednesday, May 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All parents who have children entering Kindergarten next school year will need to call the school at (618) 287-7601 or (618) 287-2141 to make an appointment for registration. If your child is enrolled in Headstart or PreK, all you will need to do is drop off the required paperwork at any time that day. Each student will be given an Entrance Exam to better place the students in classes. If you cannot make this date, please call the school to schedule another time.
A child must be five (5) years old on or before September 1, 2026 to enroll. You will need a certified copy of your child’s birth certificate (hospital copies are not acceptable), social security card, shot record and proof of residency at the time of registration. An up-to-date record showing compliance with all immunization requirements, including a Blood Lead, an Eye Exam (by Eye Doctor) and a current physical exam must be on file at the school by September 20, 2026. Head Start physicals will be accepted if signed by a licensed physician and done within 1 year prior to entry into Kindergarten. A dental exam is also required. The school nurse will be available to determine any immunizations your child may still need. All forms are required at the time of registration even though your child may already be enrolled in Head Start or EC/Pre-K.
🏅 Athletic Banquet Reminder 🏅
This Friday, May 15th, we will be hosting the JH & HS Athletic Banquet beginning at 6:00 PM.
We encourage all of our athletes to attend as we celebrate a great year of hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
This Friday, May 15th, we will be hosting the JH & HS Athletic Banquet beginning at 6:00 PM.
We encourage all of our athletes to attend as we celebrate a great year of hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
Athletics this Week!
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the Cougar Showcase! 💙🐾🎸
Our students did an amazing job, and we are so proud of all their hard work and talent. We appreciate all of the support from our school and community! We hope to see everyone again next year for another great show!
Check out the University Of Illinois video clip of 🍀4-H Teen Teachers🍀during one of their training sessions at Shawnee College this year. Our Hardin County students can be seen throughout minutes 3 and 5.
https://go.illinois.edu/TeenTeacherVideo
📣 Schedule Updates! 📣
⚾🥎 Today’s Baseball and Softball games vs. Agape Christian HS will BOTH be played at Ray Fosse Park!
📍 Location: Ray Fosse Park – Marion, IL
⚾ Tomorrow the Baseball team will play a makeup game @HOME vs. AJ
🕓 First pitch: 4:00 PM
⚾🥎 Today’s Baseball and Softball games vs. Agape Christian HS will BOTH be played at Ray Fosse Park!
📍 Location: Ray Fosse Park – Marion, IL
⚾ Tomorrow the Baseball team will play a makeup game @HOME vs. AJ
🕓 First pitch: 4:00 PM
📢 Athletics Update – 5/6
Today’s baseball and softball games are CANCELLED due to rain and field conditions.
Today’s baseball and softball games are CANCELLED due to rain and field conditions.
⚾️ CANCELLED ⚾️
Due to scheduling conflicts and rainout games, the High School boys baseball game on Friday at Johnston City has been cancelled.
This cancellation applies to Friday only—no other games this week have been affected.
Thank you for your understanding.
Due to scheduling conflicts and rainout games, the High School boys baseball game on Friday at Johnston City has been cancelled.
This cancellation applies to Friday only—no other games this week have been affected.
Thank you for your understanding.
⛳️ STATE BOUND! ⛳️
Congratulations to 7th grader Lincoln Lane for qualifying as an individual for the JH Golf State Tournament!
Lincoln will compete Monday at Kokopelli Golf Club in the state match.
We’re proud of your hard work and dedication—go represent us well! 🏌️♂️ #StateBound #JHGolf #Proud
Congratulations to 7th grader Lincoln Lane for qualifying as an individual for the JH Golf State Tournament!
Lincoln will compete Monday at Kokopelli Golf Club in the state match.
We’re proud of your hard work and dedication—go represent us well! 🏌️♂️ #StateBound #JHGolf #Proud
You’re invited to the 1st Annual Cougar Showcase!!
📅 Friday, May 8th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Hardin County K-12 School
Come out and support our students as they take the stage to perform a variety of acts, including singing, dancing, skits, and more!
Pre-order tickets are $2 and can be purchased from a high school Student Council member, Ms. Pollard, or Mrs. Shelter. Tickets will be $3 at the door.
Upcoming End of Year Events
A reminder that the Hardin County PTO is sponsoring the Ladies vs Sons Dodgeball tournament for Pre-K through 6th grade tonight at 5 PM in the High School gym. All sons are invited to bring a mother figure for a friendly game of dodgeball. We hope to see you there!
You’re invited to the 1st Annual Cougar Showcase!!!!
Friday, May 8th
6:00 PM
Hardin County K-12 School
Come out and support our students as they take the stage to perform a variety of acts, including singing, dancing, skits, and more!
Pre-order tickets are $2 and can be purchased from a high school Student Council member, Ms. Pollard, or Mrs. Shelter. Tickets will be $3 at the door.
**ATTENTION**
Due to some confusion on the baseball Facebook page this is just to clear things up.
Both the baseball and softball games @Galatia today are cancelled due to field conditions. Again, no baseball or softball games today.
Due to some confusion on the baseball Facebook page this is just to clear things up.
Both the baseball and softball games @Galatia today are cancelled due to field conditions. Again, no baseball or softball games today.
