Make-up picture day is November 6th.

We are adding an early student dismissal to the calendar on November 17th at 2 p.m. so all teachers and aides can attend a presentation.

📣 Reminder: Parent-Teacher Conferences Today!
Good morning, families! 🌟
Just a friendly reminder that Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening today from 10:00 AM to 5:25 PM at Hardin County School.
Elementary Conferences: Held at scheduled appointment times. Please arrive a few minutes early so we can stay on schedule.
Junior High & High School Conferences: Walk-in style — no appointment needed! Teachers will be available throughout the day to meet with you.
We’re excited to connect and discuss your child’s progress and achievements this school year. Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s education — we look forward to seeing you today!
📅 Date: Today
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:25 PM
📍 Location: Hardin County School
Good morning, families! 🌟
Just a friendly reminder that Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening today from 10:00 AM to 5:25 PM at Hardin County School.
Elementary Conferences: Held at scheduled appointment times. Please arrive a few minutes early so we can stay on schedule.
Junior High & High School Conferences: Walk-in style — no appointment needed! Teachers will be available throughout the day to meet with you.
We’re excited to connect and discuss your child’s progress and achievements this school year. Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s education — we look forward to seeing you today!
📅 Date: Today
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:25 PM
📍 Location: Hardin County School

The students of the Junior High Chess Club are having a blast and learning so much thanks to the amazing Ms. Darian! She hosts the club every Wednesday, sharing new strategies and building sharp young minds.





Educators Rising students experiencing SIU Day of Education this morning.

We hope you can join us at the Fall Festival tomorrow at the school from 5 to 8 PM. There will be a haunted house, games, pumpkin decorating, cake walk, inflatables, escape room, costume contest and a movie available. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

A massive thank you to Dan for his insightful presentation to the senior class today! He provided an invaluable, candid look into the life of an airline pilot, covering the extensive training, career benefits, and the significant challenges of the job. Students are now equipped with a clear roadmap for this high-flying career path.

Junior High Girls' Basketball will NOT be participating in the RLC tournament this weekend, October 17-18.

What an exciting start to the year! We wrapped up our first Junior High Class Wars . Congratulations to the 8th Graders for taking home the win!
We also want to recognize our Students of the Month for the start of the school year: Mady Crane and Kianna Milligan!
Go Cougars!
We also want to recognize our Students of the Month for the start of the school year: Mady Crane and Kianna Milligan!
Go Cougars!









Just a reminder that there is no school tomorrow, October 10th so teachers can attend a conference and no school Monday, October 13th in observance of Columbus Day. We will see the students again on Tuesday. Thank you!
Just a reminder to elementary students and parents that the Zoodles program will be at school tomorrow. If students have not returned the signed permission forms by tomorrow morning, they will not be able to attend the program. You may get a copy from your Teacher Ease account,
In the state of Illinois, completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a graduation requirement. To ensure optimal funding for post-secondary education, it is essential that you complete the FAFSA.
We will be holding a FAFSA Workshop on Wednesday, October 15th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM to assist with this process. Please see the attached flyer for a list of items to bring to complete the application.
We look forward to helping you with this important step!
We will be holding a FAFSA Workshop on Wednesday, October 15th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM to assist with this process. Please see the attached flyer for a list of items to bring to complete the application.
We look forward to helping you with this important step!

A fantastic day of learning and growth for some of our Educators Rising/Teen Teachers at Camp Ondessonk learning about Outdoor Education. They didn't just learn about teaching; they experienced it firsthand through the Experiential Learning Cycle. These students participated in dynamic teambuilding challenges, essential outdoor living skills, and engaging ecology lessons.






Due to road construction, any busses headed east from the school may experience delays this afternoon.
Today's Junior High Girls' Basketball Practice is cancelled.
Please help the Teen Teachers compete in Can Construction at Shawnee College on 11/10/25.

The Book Fair will be available this week for our students.
Trunk or Treat October 24th

Don't forget to wear purple on October 17th for Rett Syndrome Awareness Day!

Here are our October breakfast and lunch menus

