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News from December 2024

Coal City Early Childhood Center Education: 49 Hispanic students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

49 Hispanic students were enrolled in Coal City Early Childhood Center in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Coal City Middle School recognizes students for displaying exemplary friendship

Coal City Middle School has implemented a monthly program focusing on different character traits, with students from all grades being recognized for embodying these traits.

Mark Kaufman discusses founding Athletico on Life’s Ambition Podcast

Mark Kaufman, founder of Athletico, recently shared insights into his professional journey in an episode of the "Life’s Ambition Podcast."

Students unite for Thanksgiving celebration through collaborative activities

In a recent event celebrating Thanksgiving, Mrs. Owensby's class joined forces with Mrs. Rhodes and Mrs. Phillips' class for a unique feast that aimed to foster community spirit and gratitude among students.
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Truth in taxation hearing set for December 4 at Coal City High School

The Coal City Community Unit School District 1 has announced that the Truth in Taxation Hearing on the proposed property tax levy and the December meeting of the Board of Education will be held at Coal City High School.

Did Coal City Elementary School students succeed or fail in their 2022-23 school year ELA tests?

In the 2022-23 school year, 33.3% of Coal City Elementary School students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Spanish classes engage CCMS students in interactive language learning

In the eighth-grade Spanish class at CCMS, students have embarked on their first unit of the quarter titled "LA COMIDA," meaning "THE FOOD."

Students create gratitude mugs to express thankfulness

Students in Mrs. Ness and Miss Jacobs' class spent November reflecting on gratitude.

Coal City approves adding deputy police chief

The Village of Coal City Planning and Zoning Board approved the addition of a deputy police chief during its November 25 board meeting.

Students create gratitude mugs to share thankfulness in class

Students in Mrs. Ness and Miss Jacobs' class spent November reflecting on gratitude.

Coal City High School bands perform holiday concert

Coal City High School Bands recently hosted their annual holiday concert, showcasing performances by the Symphonic and Jazz Bands, as well as the Percussion Ensemble.

CCMS promotes inclusivity through American Sign Language lessons

Students at CCMS are engaging in learning American Sign Language (ASL) as part of their classroom activities this year.

Coal City school district launches blog on financial operations

The Coal City Community Unit School District 1 is taking steps to enhance transparency and accessibility regarding its financial operations.

Board approves tax levy; discusses updates on Coal City Intermediate School

Prior to its scheduled monthly meeting, the Board of Education conducted a Truth in Taxation Hearing to gather public comments on the proposed tax levy.

Fifth and sixth grade bands showcase talent at winter concerts

The winter concert season featured performances by the fifth grade Beginning Band and sixth grade Cadet Band on Thursday evening.

Joe Cora Remembered for Selflessness and Kindness

Joe Cora passed away on Dec. 7. Below is the obituary.

Three Coal City singers earn spots in ILMEA All-State Choir

Earlier this school year, over 10,000 student musicians from various schools across Illinois took part in a virtual audition process.

Early Childhood Center hosts engaging dinosaur-themed month

Early Childhood Center students in Coal City engaged in a month-long series of dinosaur-themed activities, blending learning with play. Mrs. Planeta, who serves as both librarian and PE aide at the center, expressed her enthusiasm for combining...

Eighth-grade students explore bioplastics through ornament creation

Students in Mrs. Piatak's eighth-grade science class are concluding their study of geology by exploring the use of bioplastics.

Pastor Caleb B. Counterman Remembered for Selflessness and Love

Pastor Caleb B. Counterman passed away on Dec. 8. Below is the obituary.