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Mrs. Koca’s seventh grade science students at Coal City Middle School recently explored the complexity of cells through a series of hands-on activities.

Coal City High School art students create sculptures exploring form

Last week, students in Mr. Fiske’s Art Foundations class at Coal City High School worked with clay to create three-dimensional animals and imaginary creatures.

Coal City Middle School sixth graders participate in Ancient Egypt project

Over the past week, sixth grade students at Coal City Middle School have been engaged in a project called “Battle of the Gods” as part of their social studies curriculum.

Vandergrift named first Teacher of the Month at Coal City High School

Emily Vandergrift has been named Coal City High School’s first Teacher of the Month, an honor established by Educators Rising, a student organization for those interested in education careers.
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Coal City High School staff participate in holiday escape room organized by student council

Coal City High School’s Student Council organized a holiday-themed escape room for staff members during the daily Coaler Collaborative Time on Wednesday.

Coal City High School PATH Program volunteers with We Care of Grundy County

Students from Coal City High School's PATH Program recently volunteered at We Care of Grundy County, a local non-profit organization.

Coal City Middle School students study rock durability in hands-on science project

Mrs. Piatak’s eighth grade science students at Coal City Middle School recently explored the differences between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks through a practical project.

Coal City Middle School sixth graders learn one-step equations using visual models

Last week, sixth grade students in Mr. Fatigante’s classes at Coal City Middle School started learning how to solve one-step equations.

Preschoolers learn about Veterans Day through poppy craft at Coal City school

Last week, preschool students in Miss Shirkey’s class at Coal City Community Unit School District 1 learned about Veterans Day.

Coal City Middle School students participate in speedball and health education units

Coal City Middle School’s sixth and seventh grade physical education classes are currently taking part in a speedball unit.

Coal City Middle School students to perform SpongeBob Musical—Youth Edition

The Coal City Theatre Department will present The SpongeBob Musical—Youth Edition from November 14 to 16 at the Coal City Performing Arts Center.

Sixth graders write alternative endings to The Giver in English class

Students in Mrs. Traxler’s sixth grade English class at Coal City Middle School have been working on narrative continuation essays after finishing the novel The Giver.

Coal City Trap Team finishes third in conference for fall season

The Coal City Trap Team has concluded its fall season, securing third place in the conference with 34.5 points ahead of Cerro Gordo High School.

Coal City to host soccer sectional championship and football playoff games Saturday

The Coal City Community Unit School District 1 will host two major athletic events on Saturday, November 1.

Coal City students learn fire safety during Fire Prevention Month

October is recognized as Fire Safety and Fire Prevention Month, marking the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

Coal City High School library adapts spaces and collections for diverse student needs

As the 2025-2026 school year continues, Mrs. Peterson is welcoming students to the Coal City High School library, which features flexible and modular workspaces.

Coalers football playoff shirts available for order until October 21

The Coal City Community Unit School District 1 has announced that 2025 Coalers Football Playoff shirts are available for purchase.

Coal City High School zoology class studies flatworm regeneration

Students at Coal City High School are participating in a new Zoology course led by Mr. Looper.

Coal City girls tennis team falls short in close matches against LaSalle-Peru and Ottawa

The Coal City High School Girls Tennis team narrowly lost two non-conference matches against LaSalle-Peru and Ottawa Township, both ending with 3-2 scores.

Coal City High School students attend annual Manufacturing Day at Joliet Junior College

Career and Technical Education students from Coal City High School participated in the 10th annual Manufacturing Day, held on October 7 at Joliet Junior College’s Main Campus.