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For the past few years, 5th and 6th-grade students at Newton Elementary have had the opportunity to train with staff and community members working towards completing a 5k. During this process, the students also have the opportunity to learn about different ways to stay healthy. At the end of the
St. Thomas held their spring concert on Wednesday, May 10th in the Parish Center.
Newton Elementary 5th and 6th-grade chorus members and 5th-grade and 6th-grade band members performed at their annual spring concert on Wednesday morning.
The Jasper County Jr. High band, chorus, and winter drumline held their annual spring concert on Tuesday night. Thank you to Kristin Radke for taking photos!
St. Thomas Pre-K graduation was held on Monday, May 8th in the St. Thomas Parish Center.
The NCHS Band and Chorus concert was held on Sunday, May 7th in the NCHS Gymnasium.
The NCHS Senior Awards Ceremony was held on Wednesday, May 7, 2023.
The Newton Lady Eagles placed second at the Lady Eagle Invite being beaten only by Robinson with 109 points to the Eagles’ 87 points. The Eagles did tie for second with Effingham. 1. Robinson 109 2. Effingham 87 2. Newton 87 4. Teutopolis 74 5. Fairfield 47 6. Mattoon 41.5
The 2023 FFA Banquet was held on Thursday, April 27th in the NCHS Gym. The various award-winning teams and individuals throughout the year were recognized. The 2023-2024 FFA Officers were also installed.
The 2023 CEO Trade Show was held on Wednesday, April 27th. The students presented their businesses and offered their goods for sale to those attending. During the event, Lily Kessler received the Entrepreneur of the Year award from Brett Lessley representing Peoples State Bank and Chad Farley of the CEO