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!
about 7 hours ago, Carthage ESD 317
Carthage ESD 317 Red Ribbon Week
2 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.
4 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!
6 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
8 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!
10 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!
11 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!
13 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!
14 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!
21 days 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!
22 days 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.
23 days 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
💙🤍🧡
27 days ago, Ryanne Jacoby
6th grade has the opportunity to see "Fractured Fairy Tales" at The Legacy Theater on Friday, Sept. 26th. If you prefer your student not attend, please contact the office or send a note with them to turn in.
28 days ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
We Had Our First BLUE Pod Meeting Today at Carthage Primary! 💙
Today, our students took part in our very first multi-grade level BLUE Pod meeting! Each pod met together and built connections using the EdTomorrow First 5 and circle discussions. This was a great chance for students to meet staff and peers outside their grade level, build community, and start learning how to support one another across the school.
Want to keep the conversation going at home? Here are a few questions you could ask your child:
• Who is in your BLUE Pod? Did you meet any new friends?
• What circle question did you answer today? How did you respond?
• Did anything surprise you during your group discussion?
• What are the rules and expectations in your BLUE Pod?
• How do you think being part of a pod will help our school family?
We’re excited to see how these pod connections continue to grow throughout the year!
about 1 month ago, Ryanne Jacoby
This is to inform families that on Friday, September 19, there will be an early dismissal for 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!
about 1 month ago, Carthage ESD 317
Our YouTube channel: @CarthageESD317 must have 50 subscribers to stream live. The goal: stream games starting Friday at 11:30am. Thanks!
about 1 month ago, Mindy Bockenfeld
Join us on Friday, September 19th from 3:30-6:00 pm on the Courthouse Square for our Homecoming Family Tailgate Event to support our PTO organization! We will have a delicious meal to enjoy before, during or after the IWHS Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally! We can't wait to see you there!
about 1 month ago, Ryanne Jacoby
Thank you to the IWHS Volleyball Team for welcoming our primary students into school on Friday!
9.12.25 - Week 3
#BlueboysAndBluegirlsAndChargerFAMILY
💙🤍🧡
about 1 month ago, Carthage ESD 317
Please see the attached flyer for details on our dress-up days for Homecoming Week, September 15–19. We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone!
about 1 month ago, Carthage ESD 317