Thank you for the recipe submissions; ordering the cookbook is available! The last day for orders to be guaranteed before Christmas is Friday, October 31st. You may return the attached form, which was also sent home with your student or the QR code on the attached flyer. Thank you for your support of PTO and CESD 317!
14 days ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
📣 We’re Hiring! Carthage Middle School is looking for a Student Advocate to join our ALOP/LEAP Program team!
This position plays a vital role in supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth while helping them stay engaged and successful in school. If you’re passionate about making a difference in students’ lives, we’d love to have you on our team! 💙
👉 See the attached job posting for details and application information. Apply online at https://form.fillout.com/t/vWrWoevVmvus
3 days ago, Carthage ESD 317
We are raffling off 2 footballs: the one pictured has already been customized for the winner. The 2nd one will be made to order by the winner.
Tickets are $5 each. Proceeds will benefit a former Blueboy and his family while he battles brain cancer.
Tickets can be purchased at CPS or CMS. Cash only.
4 days ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
Please see the attached flyers welcoming everyone to our Veterans Day Program at IWHS on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 9:00 AM.
Veterans are invited to join us for coffee and donuts in the IWHS FCS Classroom prior to the program.
We are honored to recognize and celebrate the service and sacrifice of our veterans.
6 days ago, Carthage ESD 317
📣 CPS After School Program Starts Monday, November 3rd! 🎉
Check out the flyer below for all the details!
We offer flexible sign-up — only register and pay for the days you need.
👉 Please remember: sign-up and payment are due by the Friday before each week.
For example, to attend next week, you’ll need to be signed up and paid by tomorrow!
Thank you, and we can’t wait to kick off our after-school program!
8 days ago, Ryanne Jacoby
President: Rawson Gronewold
Co-Vice Presidents: Carlos Lopez Perez and Arie Roberts
Secretary: Lucy McAndrew
Treasurer-Evelyn Settles
Class Representatives:
Watsons: Camila Leyva Alonso and Tatum Jackson
Johnson: Theo Brink and Oaklynn Nelson
Calvin: Audrina Jackson and Thayden Roberts
Toubekis: Grant Jacob and Emmy Maag
Picture: Back Row: Theo Brink, Lucy McAndrew, Carlos Lopez Perez, Evelyn Settles, Arie Roberts, and Oaklyn Nelson. Front Row: Camila Leyva Alonso, Audrina Jackson, Tatum Jackson, and Thayden Roberts. Not Pictured: Rawson Gronewold.
9 days ago, Ryanne Jacoby
📣 After-School Program Starts Next Week!
Just a reminder that our after-school program for grades K–4 begins next week.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Hali Wear at hwear@cesd317.org.
We’re excited to get started!
11 days ago, Ryanne Jacoby
This is to remind families that tomorrow, on Friday, October 24, there will be NO SCHOOL for Carthage Elementary School District #317. Thank you, and have a great weekend!
14 days ago, Carthage ESD 317
Carthage ESD 317 Red Ribbon Week
16 days ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
The Illini West Sports Booster Annual Ham/Turkey dinner will be on November 2nd 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
18 days ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
Parent/Teacher Conferences are on Wednesday, October 22nd and Thursday, October 23rd 3:30 - 6:30p.m. At CMS, teachers will be in their rooms on Wednesday due to a home basketball game that night. They will be in the gym on Thursday evening. First quarter report cards will be distributed during conferences and sent home if you are unable to attend either night. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday or Thursday!
20 days ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
Next week begins the Primary School's PTO Fall Book Fair! Please see the times we will be open below! Join us on Wednesday evening during Parent/Teacher Conferences for family shopping night at the Book Fair! Please remember to account for sales tax when sending money to school for shopping. You can also add money to a student eWallet for an easy shopping experience and any leftover funds can be used at our Spring Fair!
If you have any availability to volunteer at our Book Fair- the link to sign up is below! We still have a few time slots that need filled!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0B4EAFAF22A0FF2-51737445-2024
Carthage Primary PTO
pto@cesd317.org
22 days ago, Ryanne Jacoby
‼️📣ONE LAST CHANCE FOR RECIPE SUBMISSION📣‼️ We now have over 400 recipes & don’t want anyone to miss out on being a part of our CESD cookbook. The form will close tonight, so if you have been meaning to send one in, now is your chance! If you are having trouble with the form, no worries! Just send a picture of your recipe to Courtney Dickerson, Libbie Pollock, Allison Jacob, or Kortney Burling, and we will get it entered for you. Let’s make this cookbook something special!
24 days ago, Ryanne Jacoby
This is to inform families that on Monday, October 13, there will be NO SCHOOL for Carthage Elementary School District #317 in observance of Columbus Day. Thank you!
25 days ago, Carthage ESD 317
Last chance to share your favorite recipes for our schools. We would love to have every family represented. The recipe my daughter entered into a cookbook without my knowledge:
Yummy in my Tummy
2, 6 or 50 Oreos
Glass of milk
Dip Oreos in milk until they are yummy
Eat them until they are gone or you don’t want anymore!
27 days ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
This is to inform families that on Friday, October 10, there will be an early dismissal for the Early Childhood Special Education Classroom, and Kindergarten through 8th grade due to school improvement. Preschool is canceled. Dismissal times: CPS Shuttle Bus 12:20, Primary 12:30, Middle School 12:35. Thank you!
28 days ago, Carthage ESD 317
We’re excited to share a great opportunity for our students through Marine Bank & Trust’s Hooray$ for A’s program! This program rewards students in grades K–12 for earning A’s in core subjects. Students can earn up to $20 per year in savings rewards, be entered into $100 prize drawings, and even help our school earn a $250 school prize.
Please be sure to check out the attached flyer for full details on how your child can participate.
Thank you for encouraging and celebrating our students’ hard work!
about 1 month ago, Carthage ESD 317
We need your help! Please submit your favorite recipes using the QR code on the attached flyer before October 12th. Email
cmspto@cesd317.org with any questions. Thank you!
about 1 month ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
Food for Thought gives a lot to our students. Here is a chance to support their efforts and get a delicious supper.
about 1 month ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
Thank you to the IWHS Cheerleaders & Flags for welcoming our primary students into school on Friday!
9.26.25 - Week 5
#BlueboysAndBluegirlsAndChargerFAMILY
💙🤍🧡
about 1 month ago, Ryanne Jacoby
