Troy, with Jostens, will be at TVHS for Jewelry Class meetings on 10/29 & 10/30 during school hours. Your student will be coming home with their packet.
Jostens will be back to take Class Ring orders on:
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH DURING LUNCH (BLUE GROUP) & FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH DURING LUNCH (GOLD GROUP)
Please bring a $60 down payment or check out the packet for “3 payment options”. Design your ring and print your order form at www.jostens.com.
Jostens will also be taking Letter Jacket orders for all students. Please remember to bring any patches you wish to have put on your jacket for no extra charge. The Jostens rep will have sample sizing jackets to find your size 11/6 an 11/7
Extra order forms are in the main office.
Please contact Jostens with any questions troy.hall@jostens.com
The Tri-Valley Speech Team is up and running. We have started the season with 2 weeks of preseason competition.
During the week of Oct. 12-17 was the U- High Varsity Scrimmage. Charlotte Watson placed as a finalist in Extemporaneous Speaking and Molly Klessig placed 4th in Next in for Dramatic Interpretation.
Oct. 19-24 brought us to the U-High Junior Varsity Scrimmage. Seth Couglin competed in Radio Speaking and finished in 4th place in Impromptu speaking. Lauren Christopher placed 4th in Informational speaking, while Kaitlyn Jones placed 3rd in Humorous Interpretation. Anthony Decker and Kaitlyn Jones got 1st place in Duet Acting.
Great Job to everyone! The competition entries are pre recorded except for Impromptu and Extemporaneous which are live zoom.
Our next Tournament will be the Olympia Tournament Nov 3-7. We still have places on our team if anyone is looking to join us. Come talk to me anytime about what the TV Speech Team is all about!
Congratulations to 8th grader Jackson Ritchie on his 8th place finish at the IESA Sectional Cross Country meet. GO VIKINGS!
The TVHS Marching Band would like to thank everyone who came out to watch our performance last night! It was a little taste of normal and it was awesome to perform for you!
We want to thank Dr. Cross and our Pre-K/little Viking care programs for sharing at our board meeting last night. Our dedicated staff showcased the technology they are using to reach students. #togetherTV3
Is it a square? Is it a rhombus? We are learning all our shapes in Pre-K!
The Downs food pantry and Midwest Food Bank provide snack bags for families in need in our district. The TVHS NHS assembles the bags. If you would like to receive a snack bag for your child, please email Shari Riley at sriley@ tri-valley 3.org. The bags have enough snacks to last a month.
The first ever Tri-Valley drive in was a hit!
Don’t forget to order your students remote lunches for this week! Go to Tri-Valley website and click Menu/Remote Learning for the links - Hybrid 7th-12th, Full Remote learners and Remote Wednesday PreK-6th.
Congrats to the CC girls team on a 4th place finish at the HOIC meet! Senior Natalie Garneau led the team with a time of 19:10, which was good for a 3rd place finish & all-conference recognition! The boys team was paced by freshman Henry Masters with a time of 18:13.5. The team has one more meet this weekend at Eureka before running at the IHSA Regionals at Olympia on Saturday, October 24th. Great job Vikings!
It's not too late to sign up for Remote Wednesday lunch! Go ahead and sign up by 9AM today to receive your lunch.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWsXvwmxO7GYn4n6D9WwhyxMZLN4i-1neuhshb5lH6dey4fg/viewform
Senior golfer Matthew Barker finished the season as a IHSA Sectional champion with a 76 at Tuscola today! The team placed third as well with an overall 339. Congrats Vikings! #vikingstv3
Don't forget to order your school pictures! Orders are due Mon. Oct. 19th. Visit the district website > Menu > High School > HS Pictures. If you have any questions please email Rachel Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org) or contact Photography by Curt (309)747-3260
Cookout number2!
The Thursday spirit week cookout was a success! There is another one on Friday for the gold group.
The Viking boys golfers are IHSA Regional champs! The team was led by Matthew Barker who shot a 70 (-2) and placed 1st. Ben Haushalter also finished 3rd with an 81. They now move onto Sectionals next week at Tuscola. Congrats guys!
Spirit week kicks off with free donuts and pajamas!
TV High School Picture Ordering is now available. Picture proofs are available online through October 12 @ midnight. Retake day will be November 5. Go to Menu/High School/HS School Pictures for information regarding ordering for Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors and a separate link for Seniors. A video explaining the ordering process is linked as well.
Flu shots are in the unit office parking lot, not the middle school. Stop by!
Flu Shots are being provided today at the Middle School from 10-1 pm. Please take advantage of this great opportunity set up by Mrs. Amanda Goff for our community. More details here https://www.smore.com/j589h-community-flu-clinic?fbclid=IwAR0zOWJ_rUND5uRugtTVQeaYHYdIoJWRxfg4xhwLoCoUpcezxPS8L4s-GNQ
Need to pick up your 2020 graduate's yearbook? You can come to the event entrance of the HS: Mon. & Thurs. from 9-10:45 OR Tues. & Fri. from 8:10-1. Our student TAs at the door can bring your yearbook to you! If those times do not work contact Ms. Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org).
You’re not cool unless you complete the skyward symptom self certification each day. I know a lot of cool kids are headed our way! Certify this morning 👍👍
A reminder to parents that we are continuing to serve lunches on all remote learning Wednesday’s. Please fill out the form below by 9:00 am if you would like lunch for today. Pick up and delivery options available.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWsXvwmxO7GYn4n6D9WwhyxMZLN4i-1neuhshb5lH6dey4fg/viewform
Congrats to the girls and boys golf teams who both earned 2nd place honors at the HOIC meet today! Many Vikings were named all-conference by finishing in the top 10: Lauren Christoper (3rd), Emma Hall (4th), Lauren Shively (7th), Paige Fitzgerald (8th) (pictured) and Morgan Mouser (8th) for the girls; and Josh Stewart (2nd) & Matthew Barker (7th) for the boys. Great job Vikes!!
TVHS senior Josh Stewart shot a personal best 78 to tie for the HOIC boys golf title, finishing 2nd in a playoff. Congrats Josh! #vikingstv3
The yearbooks have been delivered! I hope you can all enjoy them for years to come! If you did not purchase a yearbook from last year and still want one you can contact Ms. Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org). They are $85 and checks can be made out to TVHS.
Good morning! Remember the symptom self check on skyward. Fill it out and bring them our way!! Go Vikings!!
9.25.20
Good afternoon and happy Friday,
I wanted to make a quick video update regarding in-person learning, current Covid numbers, and a few resource updates. You can watch or listen to the video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQfMVcD4Pws&feature=youtu.be&hd=1.
Dr. Mouser
ATTN: Class of 2021, IT'S SENIOR WEEK!
YOU'LL BE RECEIVING YOUR GRADUATION PACKET IN THE MAIL WITH ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED!
ALL SENIOR ORDERS ARE DUE BY 10/5/20
*You may order online, mail to the Jostens office OR drop off in the High School office.
Check out the yellow flyer in your packet for payment options.
Please contact Jostens with any questions troy.hall@Jostens.com
We are shifting to remote learning on Monday-Wednesday of this week. An e-mail has been sent to all families. Building principals will follow up with any additional information.
Are you interested in helping the district during a global pandemic? We are looking for additional lunch/recess supervisors at both the ES and MS. If you are interested, please contact Karen Ijams at kijams@tri-valley3.org.
Our teachers have created resources for digital learning questions related to Google Classroom. Please take some time to check out the link below to familiarize yourself with this platform for the Wednesday remote days!
https://www.tri-valley3.org/digital-learning-resources--9
"New Spaces Masked Faces": Our students got the first look! Now it's your turn to see the new Tri-Valley High School!!! Big thanks to @CyndiWiggsPhotography for taking time to come in to get pics of our new spaces at the high school and a few opening day shots. The building is beautiful!!!!! #togethertv3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uu49i-zPInk
We had a great first day! Please do the self screening in skyward. This must be done daily. Also, if your child is sick, doesn’t feel well etc...just keep them home. If we want to stay in person, everyone has to help. Day 2 Let’s go!!
A few pictures from opening day! Is it perfect....no...is it great to be back??? YES!!!! #togetherTV3
Today is the day! First day of school 👍 Make sure you have a mask that fits, and conduct your wellness screenings on skyward for each child. It’s going to be a great day.
Please take a moment to review the elementary transportation plan. Please be patient as we try to figure out the most efficient way to get our kids to and from school!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MreBIq2ZjTOjTeE53KK5c0YireIqcuJbIJBfxBNrfts/edit
Reminder: We will not have traditional parent orientations for the elementary this year. Information will be sent out to students by their teachers prior to school starting.
Kindergarten open house will be by sign-up through teacher sign up forms.
Today is the LAST DAY to register for school on Family Access at Tri-Valley. All students must register. A tutorial video is here https://youtu.be/KyNEeWNoGhs. Many have started and not finished. Questions?: e-mail kijams@tri-valley3.org. Any student not registered WILL NOT be placed in a class or in Edmentum.
We are planning to make a change to after school care hours for the upcoming school year. After discussion with administration, we have decided to move the after care hours to 2-4:30 rather than 2-5:30. The reason for the change is to allow our custodial staff plenty of time to deep clean the building in preparation for the safe return of students for the next day. We appreciate your understanding on this schedule change.
If you have questions, please contact Tyler Swearingen at the elementary school.
Reminder this week is Online Registration
https://skyward.iscorp.com/scripts/wsisa.dll/WService=wsedutrivalleyil/seplog01.w
Tri-Valley HS has announced the updated blended learning plans for in-person students this semester. See the attached image for more details.
Skyward Registration must be completed for All students (in person and online) this week (August 24-28). Log into Family Access on our website (Menu/For Parents/Skyward Family Access). Choose online registration and begin the process. A tutorial video can be found here https://youtu.be/KyNEeWNoGhs. If you have questions please call Karen at the unit office at (309) 378-2351 or kijams@tri-valley3.org.
Dr. Mouser and Mr. Derges took time today to take a walk and answer some questions on returning to school. Make sure you watch until the end! #togetherTV3 https://youtu.be/PLfHp8fRufw
For families K-12: An important update and request from the Tri-Valley transportation department. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AUkSN3zL6y-6UpEiKQc253jRbTUFKdiT/view?usp=sharing
Freshmen: Your new Tri-Valley chromebooks are ready for pick up! Student-isssed chromebooks will be handed out today (3-6 PM) and tomorrow (9 AM-12 PM) at the new HS event entry. We ask that only one parent or student comes into the building to pick it up. If you can't make these times, contact Mr. White (jwhite-tri-valley3.org) or wait until the SHIFT Pit Stop on 9/3.
The SHIFT mentoring program will be hosting a Pit Stop for incoming freshmen on the evening of Thursday, September 3rd at the event entrance of the high school. Class of 2024(and parents) check your email for more information and your scheduled time slot. Hope to see you there!
School is still weeks away, but our dedicated teachers are here daily to prepare to serve our kids. From Google classroom training, to curriculum planning....they do it all!! We love our Tri-Valley teachers!! #togetherTV3
Tri-Valley's Little Vikings School screenings have been scheduled for September 4th at Tri-Valley Elementary. All Tri-Valley children who turn 3 on or before the dates of the screenings are encouraged to participate in our Little Viking School screenings. Children already enrolled in the ECE or Little Viking classrooms Do Not need to be re-screened. To schedule an appointment for your child to be screened, please call the Tri-Valley Elementary office at 309-378-2031.
We are asking that everyone fill out the pre-registration form by the end of the day today. Principals have e-mailed initial back to school protocols. The IDPH guidelines have been updated to highlight Covid illness protocols and quarantine rules. Please see the emails/nurse newsletter with details to be fully informed. If you wish to change from option 1 to 2, please fill out the form again. #togetherTV3 https://forms.gle/1rsLMXPVytxo8BpLA
We want to thank you for your continued support of Tri-Valley during these unprecedented times. We are looking forward to opening our buildings to our students for the start of school. However, with the guidelines from ISBE, IDPH and the ongoing construction of our high school, we have decided to not allow any facility reservations for non-school teams and organizations during the first semester. We will look at guidelines in January and send out new communication at that time if we feel it is safe to open to outside groups. We understand this may be an inconvenience to many groups that have used facilities in the past and we hope by letting you know in advance this will allow you the opportunity to find alternate facilities.
A brief update on back to school plans at Tri-Valley was e-mailed this evening and can be found here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mqHPHqfCcuf0WNWU8xikD2opK7UC931u/view?usp=sharing.
Just a quick re-post. We already have 437 responses on our pre-registration form linked here!! Due August 14th. https://forms.gle/TpKS4QHCze3NtEJPA
The zoom link to register for an Edmentum "option 2" info session is below. Presentation will be tomorrow, Thursday, August 6th at 5 pm. Register here https://edmentum.zoom.us/…/tJMtdOmgrT8oGdEB6WT7v52fiJz9wl_8
Entire return to learn plan is at https://www.tv3unit.com/return2learn for reference.
We have the zoom link to register for an Edmentum "option 2" info session. Presentation will be Thursday, August 6th at 5 pm. Register here https://edmentum.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtdOmgrT8oGdEB6WT7v52fiJz9wl_89f2B. If you've already decided on an option, click https://forms.gle/TpKS4QHCze3NtEJPA. Entire plan is at https://www.tv3unit.com/return2learn for reference.
Middle softball, baseball, and cross country start Monday! Athletes must registered on 8to18, have a sports physical on file, and pay the athletic fee in order to participate. GO VIKINGS!
If you are looking for internet and are free/reduced Mediacom has a plan for internet for $9.95 per month. Below is the link to start the process:
https://mediacomc2c.com/
Our Tri-Valley "Return to Learn" plan was approved by our board of education and is linked here https://www.tv3unit.com/return2learn. In addition, Dr. Mouser has created a video to accompany the release with further info https://vimeo.com/442445402 an e-mail will follow.
Tri-Valley CUSD #3 is excited to announce that our new interim elementary school principal is Tyler Swearingen. Mr. Swearingen has served as a Tri-Valley elementary teacher for several years, and we are excited to have him step into a new role of leadership for us. Welcome Mr. Swearingen #togetherTV3
The Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) notified school districts, earlier today, that it has cancelled the Fall season and state series in the Junior High sports of boys and girls golf, boys baseball, girls softball, and boys and girls cross-country for the 2020-21 school year. Click here for details - https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/815394/IESA_fall_sports_letter.pdf
Our next scheduled board meeting will be on Monday, July 27th at 6 pm in the Unit office. Masks must be worn. Discussion will include back to school options. An option for public comment is to e-mail comments to kijams@tri-valley.org to be given to the board. Board policy on public comments can be found linked here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JIXND2NnXxvpi_nnA34ghSrshGalrKcu/view?usp=sharing
We are exceptionally proud of the Tri-Valley Class of 2020! They are kind, humble, funny, and hard-working. Here is their TVHS virtual graduation ceremony: https://youtu.be/yQUM2SAxTys
Tri-Valley Athletics has been approved to move to phase 4 of the IHSA Return to Play Plan. Please review the IHSA and Tri-Valley Return to Play documents found on this website under Documents/Tri-Valley High School/Athletics. Parent permission form (image below) needs to be returned to your athlete's coach on the day of their camp or workout. Please remember that these summer workouts and camps are optional and if you do not feel comfortable with your child participating it is your choice to keep them home.
An updated Honor Roll list for the Spring 2020 semester has been has been posted on our school webpage. (A previous post this summer erroneously included grades from the Fall semester.) Go to www.tri-valley3.org and click on "Documents" in the Menu tab. It will be in the High School folder. Congrats to all of the students with outstanding grades!
A new blog post from Dr. Mouser: Updates on the summer, fall, survey results, and state guidelines to come back to school. https://www.tv3unit.com/post/so-are-we-coming-back-to-school-this-fall
We are working on plans for coming back to school this fall at Tri-Valley!! We need feedback from your family. Please fill out this survey (one per family) by July 3rd. Thanks in advance. Go Vikings!!!! https://forms.gle/evaKCwXDqRtNGiaWA
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads for endless hours of catch in the back yard, positive encouragement from the stands, picking us up when we fall down, and celebrating our successes with us. Thank you for helping us become the young men and women we are today. GO VIKINGS!
TVHS Honor Roll for the spring semester has been posted on our school webpage (www.tri-valley3.org). Click on "Documents" in the Menu tab. It will be in the High School folder. Congrats to all of the students with outstanding grades!
Congratulations to our 2020 Prom King and Queen: Patrick Williams and Melissa Vroman! The 2020 Prom Court also includes Regan Danko, Sydney Garrels, Alivia Larson, Kendall Peck, Drew Kitterman, Nathan Larson, Ryan Steiner, and Braden Zenor. #vikingstv3 #TogetherTV3
Thank you for your patience during this unique time. See the image below about the current status and guidelines for Tri-Valley athletics and school facilities.
The first to use our new HS facility: The Class of 2020! #togetherTV3 #viking4life
Happy Memorial Day Viking Nation!
2020 Tri-Valley Seniors...enjoy your music video! Covid-19 may have taken your Senior year....but you're Goin' Places!!! Your school community is proud of you!! #togetherTV3 https://youtu.be/o9JFtN6cVJw
Giddy up! The Graduation Song for the Class of 2020 drops tomorrow at noon. #togetherTV3 #viking4life
Last chance to order your 2019-2020 HS Yearbook! Follow the link below to place your order. All orders are due by May 29th!
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Cece Kraft
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Emily Chaszar
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Nathan Sutton
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Grace Stevens
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Drew Rudsinski
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Anaiah Akwa
What an interesting year it's been! It seems like we've seen it all, but we still have a lot to celebrate! Order your HS yearbook to remember this historical year. Follow the link to place your order by JUNE 1st!
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
What an interesting year it's been! It seems like we've seen it all, but we still have a lot to celebrate! Order your HS yearbook to remember this historical year. Follow the link to place your order by JUNE 1st!
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Sarah Boll
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Cole Neubauer
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Morgan Hauptman
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Alivia Larson
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Jimmy Butler
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Veerle Wallenburg
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Bryce Bedillion
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Lianna Benjamin
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Kendall Peck
Even though the last day for remote learning instruction was Friday, TV will continue to provide lunches (FREE) through the end of this week! You can sign up using the link below! Delivery and pick up will be on Monday and Wednesday.
https://forms.gle/gZnF8xmyrRCuGGKu9
Happy Mother's Day. Thanks to all the moms who drop kids off at early morning practices, make late dinners when tired kids finally get home, help with homework, keep the scorebook, operate the scoreboard, constantly wash uniforms and practice gear, encourage relentlessly, and most importantly love unconditionally! Tri-Valley couldn't have success without our moms!
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Jacob Jones
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Regan Danko
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ William Johnson
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Dylan Connor
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Tyler Dischert
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Erin Foley
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Nick Bierman
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Cassandra Bean
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Vanessa Maguire
Congrats to TVHS senior Kyleigh Tinervin for being named May Student of the Month! Kyleigh was nominated by Mr. Corn this month for the dedication she put into her Math 09x class this year. This year Kyleigh pushed herself academically while also being very involved in the Gold Rush and school events. The following students were nominated as well: Audra Bakewell, Cassi Bean, James Clark, Jacob Corsaw, Grace Corsaw, Regan Danko, Same Dickey, Blake Ekberg, Jacob Jones, Marlayna Little, Kylie Masters, Morgan Mouser, Raimey Owens, Owen Scharpman, Summer Sheley, Ryan Steiner, Leighann Williams, Patrick Williams, and Jessica Winn. Congrats to Kyleigh and all of the other nominees! Great job!
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Sydney Nelson
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Emily Regenold
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Emily Regenold
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Lauren Carter
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Lily Young
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Caleb Vance
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Nathan Larson
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Jim Salzbrunn
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Alexandria Jones
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Kaden Howard
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Piercen Rice
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Jacob Simpson
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Braden Zenor
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Drew Kitterman
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ John Devine
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Brenna Donovan
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Ryan Steiner
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Kaitlyn Winowiecki
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Jack Moore
May 1 is a fun day at TVHS as the staff breaks out their alma mater clothing and the seniors wear something to represent their future plans. It’s very different this year, and we miss getting to see all your excited faces about where you are going and what you are doing, but we are thinking about each of you in the Class of 2020 and wishing you the best of luck this fall! We hope to be able to celebrate your accomplishments and big plans soon.
When can I get things from my desk or locker? Where do I turn in my books or Chromebook? End of the year procedures are linked here. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tSvZU89kalUgoAZpByeOB2PRxGKfeMNLTV3k5R5gMxE/edit?usp=sharing
Today is the last day to order your Elementary (https://trivalley.revtrak.net/ES/#/list) and Middle (https://trivalley.revtrak.net/MS/#/list) School Yearbooks for the 2019-2020 school year.
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Makenna Barker
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Lizzie Shepard
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Kyleigh Tinervin
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Madi Streenz
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Patrick Williams
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Joelle Misch
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Katelyn Weinheimer
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight ~ Sydney Garrels
Class of 2020 Senior Spotlight~~ MELISSA VROMAN
Have a look at our completed new addition. THIS IS TRI-VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL! #togetherTV3 https://youtu.be/YSnbqcQ8egk
Do you have any positive, creative people in your neighborhood? The HS yearbook is collecting pictures of chalk murals, heart windows, and other ways you've spread positivity in our district! (You do NOT need to have a HS student!) Send any pictures to rangus@tri-valley3.org!
Applications for class officers will be taken next week. If you are interested in being a class officer, please contact the class sponsor by May 1st telling her which office you would like to run for: President, vice president, secretary, treasurer or representative. Elections will be May 4th-6th on a google form.
current
8th graders-Mrs. Himmell jhimmell@tri-valley3.org
current freshmen-Ms. Leake kleake@tri-valley3.org
current sophomores-Mrs. Myers kmyers@tri-valley3.org
current juniors-Mrs. Ward jward@tri-valley3.org
Just a reminder that our busses will be leaving the district office at 9:00 am to run routes collecting food and items for the Downs Food Pantry. We’ll be masked up and ready!!! See you soon.
Please stay away from the high school as construction is underway. Fences are up and clearly marked. We had a section of concrete ruined last night by someone walking on a freshly poured area. Thanks.
Not wasting any time....GAME ON!!!!
Warm temperatures are back and so is Q camp. Find session 5 on our Tri-Valley Lady Vikings Basketball page and on You Tube. GO VIKINGS!
We’ve begun construction in the high school classrooms. We will use this time to get ahead on the construction schedule for our students in the fall. The calendar for next year remains the same....we will not move up the first day of school. See calendar on our website at www.tri-valley3.org or on our app.
National Honor Society New Members!
Congratulations to the newest members of the Tri-Valley National Honor Society!
Madison Christianson, Andrew Dardis, Anthony Decker, Ben Dischert, Davis Donovan, Paige Fitzgerald, Molly Forbes, Jacey Goff, Heather Guelde, Sydney Haase, Gabby Irwin, George Isaacs, Elliot Johnson, Taylor Jones, Adam Knox, Emily Knox, Ayden Kurtyak, Taylor LaFond, Alex Markwell, Grace Martin, Luke Myszka, Addison Ritchie, Mila Sakinis, Isaiah Streitmatter, Zach Thomas, Katie Traugott, Riley Watson and Ashley Witte
Governor Pritzker just announced that Remote Learning will be extended for the remainder of this school year. A letter regarding the announcement can be found here. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GuBZsqpI7SvQo1H-4_Ty03Y2zBSvzll6v19pyfyS88s/edit?usp=sharing.
A trend is building among Illinois high schools during the COVID-19 pandemic quarantine known as Lights for the Fight.
Schools are turning on their athletic field lights from 8:00 PM to 8:20 PM each Friday night throughout the quarantine as a sign of support for their senior student-athletes, as well as for all the healthcare workers, first responders, and all other essential workers on the frontlines of the pandemic.
Tri-Valley High School will have the lights on at the football field on Friday's in support of this cause.
Thanks,
Tri-Valley Administration
The Tri-Valley Greenhouse will open and practice social distancing on Saturday, April 25 and Saturday, May 2 from 8A-3P. We accept checks and cash. Unfortunately, we will not have students available this year. Each individual attending needs to select a shopping time slot by clicking the link. https://signup.com/go/CWXZwTR
Just because we're not at school doesn't mean there's not a lot worth celebrating! The HS Yearbook staff is still hard at work to create an amazing and unique yearbook! Follow the link below to start your order. Orders are due May 29th.
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
The April 15, 2020 meeting of the Board of Education will be held as a virtual meeting consistent with the Governor's Executive Order. Anyone wishing to make public comment can email Karen Ijams kijams@tri-valley3.org and your comment will be read into the public record as a part of the meeting. The meeting will still be held at 6:00 pm on Wednesday April 15, 2020.
Happy Easter. Reminder, no remote learning Monday or Tuesday. However, lunches will be provided for kids that need them Mon-Fri. Fill out this form and you’re good for the entire week. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS_Mf76Y5WumLd2JSd_Z7YTWxh6017kUNakKpXi1yLBcy29g/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1. Delivery on Monday and Wednesday.
Happy Easter!
Hello fabulous fifth graders! Your teachers miss you! Thank you for all your hard work during remote learning! #togetherTV3
Updated April 2020 Remote Learning Calendar:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i4w_HbPcCbIeTTmctnzkKcHm_E2LN52J/view
Remote Learning:
http://www.tri-valley3.org/remote-learning--30
Q-Camp session 2 is now on the Tri-Valley Lady Vikings Basketball Facebook Page. It’s a beautiful day, go to virtual church, and then play some basketball. GO VIKINGS! https://www.facebook.com/104766311186059/posts/108317447497612/?vh=e&d=n
Tri-Valley Lady Viking Basketball releases session 1 of "Q-Camp". A virtual basketball skills camp to help players work on fundamental skills of basketball while sheltering at home due to COVID19. And if you've got mad basketball skills, post a video of yourself showing off your skills on our facebook page. Q CAMP SESSION 1 LADY VIKING BASKETBALL FACEBOOK PAGE
The State has announced today that our school building closure has been extended through April 30th. Though we are disappointed we won't be together in person sooner, we will #keeplearning #togetherTV3. Remote learning will continue though April. More information to follow...
Remote learning starts up again tomorrow (March 31st). Please check e-mail for a message regarding remote learning days (just sent). Also, please check assignments daily via e-mail and on www.tri-valley3.org menu/digital days. We've got this! #togetherTV3
If you saw the Governor's address, it was announced that schools would be out until at least April 8th. We're proud of our community! E-learning, 1000 meals served, positive attitudes everywhere! We will adapt, overcome, and provide for our students. Stay tuned! #togetherTV3
The elementary students are doing a great job this week on their E-Learning assignments! They were even able to listen to Mrs. Burnett read a special book today.
Last call for lunch today!! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS_Mf76Y5WumLd2JSd_Z7YTWxh6017kUNakKpXi1yLBcy29g/viewform
Here's a brand new addition to the absolutely stunning new TVHS Auditorium! Delivered today and is everything we hoped it would be! Thank you FAB and our incredibly supportive community!
Tomorrow at 10:00 am, Mrs. Burnett, will be reading one of her favorite stories to all of our Little Vikings. Please be sure to follow the Tri-Valley Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/vikingstv3/. Hope everyone can join me! #togetherTV3
A quick check in....remember to use #togetherTV3 for all your positive posts!! https://youtu.be/SihGtZCozFQ
If you ordered a lunch delivery, our busses are leaving now. Please look for us! Be ready to come to the bus stop. Get your umbrella!!!
We are starting day 4 of digital learning at TVMS and it is clear to see our students are working hard. Here are a few pictures of our 4th graders with letters that will be sent to nursing homes and our 5th graders STEM projects.
Our phone system will be worked on tomorrow (3.19.2020) morning with a brief outage of 2-3 hours. The phone system should be back up and running by 10AM tomorrow. If anything changes we will reach out to you. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Also, if you order a lunch for delivery, please be ready when our bus runs by!!! Your drivers and our cooks love to see you. It's the highlight of our day.
Lunch form is updated for Thursday. Free for all students that need/want one! It’s the same form each day. Order here! We’re here for you 👍👍https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS_Mf76Y5WumLd2JSd_Z7YTWxh6017kUNakKpXi1yLBcy29g/viewform
Victor E. Viking is staying home to do his part to keep everyone healthy, but he is feeling hungry. He's going to support local by ordering carry-out tonight! Be like Victor....
Old Town Tap: (309) 378-1818
Papa G's: (309) 378-1333
GameDay Grill: (309) 378-4382
The Union: (309) 378-0114
Lunch form for Wednesday, March 18th is here. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS_Mf76Y5WumLd2JSd_Z7YTWxh6017kUNakKpXi1yLBcy29g/viewform Turkey subs! Please have orders in by 8:30 am tomorrow morning. Free for TV kids...same link each day. Bookmark it!
Lunches are delivered to bus stops...not to your door. We aren't Papa Johns :) Please meet us at the bus stops. Busses roll at 11:00 am each day this week. Have a great evening.
Lunches are being prepped! How are your e-lessons going?
Don’t forget, free lunches for any student that needs one today. Here’s the form to order by 8:30 am. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS_Mf76Y5WumLd2JSd_Z7YTWxh6017kUNakKpXi1yLBcy29g/viewform
Attached is a document that outlines how to access FREE LUNCHES FOR ALL TRI-VALLEY STUDENTS DURING OUR SCHOOL CLOSURE. These lunches can either be picked up at the middle school, or will be delivered each day we are shut down. Lunch service starts March 17 (tomorrow) through the end of the week March 20th, and on March 30th. A video outlining this service is here https://vimeo.com/398012095/d63bac5014. A letter outlining the plan can be found here.
Direct access to the google form to order lunches is https://forms.gle/ZVBEVELco4TMyv3x8
If you need help, please e-mail Julie Rogers (food service director). If you need help with an order, please call the unit office to speak to Karen at 309 378-2351.
Digital Days Link:
http://www.tri-valley3.org/digital-learning-day
Good Evening Tri-Valley Staff and Families,
Governor Pritzker just issued an executive order that all Illinois schools will be closed beginning March 17th to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Students may return to school on Tuesday, March 31st based on the information we’ve been given. There will be no extracurricular activities (contests, practices, games, meetings, etc) until March 31st.
Due to these developments, and out of an abundance of caution, Tri-Valley School District will be utilizing Digital Days all next week, including Monday, March 16th. We will post assignments as we’ve done in the past for all digital days. These will be posted on our website and via email. Any students that need to pick up materials or devices from school can do so on Monday, March 16th from 10am-4 pm. Devices will be made available to those that may need them. Please contact building principals if you need to utilize a school device during this time.
In summary:
No school for students March 16th through March 30th.
Assignments will be posted on the District website for March 16th through March 20th, and March 30th.
No assignments will be posted for March 23rd through the 27th due to Spring Break.
We will keep you updated as more information is received.
Stay safe and healthy!
Congrats to TVHS seniors Regan Danko & Ryan Steiner on being named Honorable Mention recipients of the IHSA All-State Academic Team! Regan and Ryan were two of only 76 students from the over 800 member IHSA schools to earn this honor. We are proud of you!
Congratulations to our 21 band and chorus members who spent yesterday with 180 other musicians at the annual Heart of Illinois Music Festival at ISU. The final concert was well done by both groups.
Oh Snap! Have you ordered your HS yearbook yet? We're always looking towards the future, but the Yearbook Crew has been looking back to create a 90s inspired yearbook! Order yours now! http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Congratulations to our middle school wrestlers on placing 2nd at the IESA Sectional and to Brady Mouser, Colton Prosser & Jacob Bischoff on advancing to the IESA State Meet!
Coronavirus/COVID-19 Update:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/15ht8X-ymFRk87CuqPZvVEWklv6dqAsBTMo8qWvPCQZM/edit
Due to the FANTASTIC success of our 7th grade volleyball team, we need to adjust the beginning of the concert to 7:30 pm to give the girls time to return for the concert following the game. Concert Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 7:30 pm in the MS Gym!
Seven 6th Grade band students participated in a Sixth Grade Honor Band Festival at ISU today! They were 7 of about 60 students from 8 other area schools. Pictured is Sam Knochel, Dom Rice, Tyler Ellsworth, Lynnly Weeks, Kate Stickling, Adelin Bruce and Laura Wilkinson. The day finished with a wonderful concert in the ISU CPA.
MS wrestlers are regional champs! 16 wrestlers advanced to next weekend’s IESA Sectional meet in East Peoria and 9 were champions! Beckett Mosier, Brady Mouser, Colton Prosser, and Jacob Bischoff were all regional champs while Landon Sakinis, Connor MCLaughlin, and Caden Hadfield all advanced. Congratulations gentlemen!
Congratulations to the 8th grade girls volleyball team on winning the 2020 Sangamon Valley Conference Tournament by defeating Corpus Christi in 2 sets. GO VIKINGS! #vikingstv3
Congratulations to all those who participated in the HOIC Art Festival at ISU! A special congratulations to Lauren Carter for winning Best in Show in the fibers category!!
Tooth Wizard and Plaque Man taught TVES students about good oral health this afternoon thanks to an assembly from Delta Dental.
An amazing group of kids got to go hear Mike Smith speak about leadership and creating a positive school culture today!
Due to snow, wind, and slick roads, Tri-Valley will have an E-Learning Day today. The buildings will be closed. All assignments and learning materials will be posted by 8:30 am on our website under menu/digital days.
Tickets are available now for the 19th Annual Viking Night on Friday, May 8 at our new venue, the Parke Regency. Tickets are $100 per entry (up to 4 people, 21 years old or over). Purchase by March 15 to be entered in the early bird drawing for $200. https://www.vancoevents.com/us/book/event?eid=771&embed=1
The Traditional Craft art class got to experience what it’s like to work in a glass blowing studio! Thank you to John Miller, professor of glass at ISU!
It's skating week at the elementary! Even the teachers are getting in on the fun.
Molly McCready from the Ecology Action Center presented you all third grade classes today. We learned about sources of fresh water and the importance of keeping our water supply clean.
Our Little Vikings are having a blast during our Book Madness competition! Each week we read and vote on two books going to head to head. We are excited to find out who will be our final Book Madness winner!
Don't forget to sign up for the 2021 Spring Break trip to Paris and Rome! The price will increase on March1st. Sign up at ACIS.com (leader: Angus, trip ID: 278891)
To make up for the Snow Day, the Book Fair will be open for one day only next week! Stop in on Monday before school, or after school until 3:30.
Congrats to Tri-Valley's own Robin Roberts who was the recipient of the 2020 Heart of Illinois Conference Legacy Award! Mr. Roberts was presented this award today at the HOIC Professional Development Day at ISU Braden Auditorium. We are proud of you Mr. Roberts!
Due to weather conditions, Tri-Valley will have an E-Learning Day today. The buildings will be closed. Material will be posted by 8:30 am on our website under menu/digital days. Our custodians will be working on cleaning and disinfecting our buildings. Please stay safe!
6th Annual Fine Arts Booster Trivia Night is March 7. Enjoy 10 rounds of trivia, individual prizes through the evening, snacks & pizza provided. Register your team today! https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/tvvikings?embed=1
Show your LOVE for our elementary teachers by donating a book for their classroom libraries through the book fair! From specialists to classroom teachers, they've picked out books they'd LOVE to have in their libraries. The fair is open before and after school until Thursday.
On Friday several of our 8th graders competed in the 2020 Lexington Junior High Math Contest. Tri-Valley won first place overall and Henry Masters was the first place overall individual. Great job!
The TV Speech team ended their season at the IHSA Regional Tournament held at U-High on Saturday, Feb 8, 2020. Seth Coughlin competed in Impromptu Speaking and Kaitlyn Jones competed in Humorous Interpretation. Joelle Roberts advanced to finals and placed 6th overall in Dramatic Interpretation. Kaitlyn Jones and Anthony Decker advanced in Humorous Duet Acting and placed 5th overall. Over the course of the year our team competed from Nov. 2, 2019 until Feb. 8, 2020. The 2019-2020 team members were: Jenna Jensen and Charlotte Watson- Dramatic Duet acting; Joelle Roberts, Molly Klessig- Dramatic Interpretation; Charlotte Watson- Extemporaneous Speaking; Kaitlyn Jones and Anthony Decker, Ella Wargo and Lizzie Shepard- Humorous Duet Acting; Kaitlyn Jones- Humorous Interpretation; Seth Coughlin- Impromptu Speaking; Emma Mast, Grace Shoaff- Informative Speaking. Great job to everyone this year! I am very proud of every person on this team!
Thank you Mrs. Myers and the high school students on the Innovation Committee for creating a magical Father/Daughter dance for the elementary students. Special memories were certainly created tonight!
It's that time of year! Join us for lots of fun at the PTO carnival, March 7 from 2-5. All the money raised goes to the PTO to help our teachers and students! Purchase via the TV Website - just Click Menu/For Parents/Event Tickets & Fundraisers
It's not too late to create an eWallet account for your kids shopping the book fair on Wednesday!
www.scholastic.com/bf/trivalleyelementaryschool2
You're invited to this year's Mr. Viking, "The Vi-King of Hearts" Pageant on Sun, Feb 9 at 4:00p. Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door beginning at 3:30p at the High School. Proceeds benefit the Sophomore/Junior classes and the winner's charity of choice.
The elementary Book Fair opens Monday, and the class shopping day is approaching fast! Sign up here to volunteer next Wednesday: bit.ly/tvesbf220
Another strong showing from the Tri-Valley Speech team in Heyworth on Saturday, February 1st. Kaitlyn Jones placed 4th in JV Humorous Interpretation, Kaitlyn Jones and Anthony Decker placed 4th in JV Humorous Duet Acting and Joelle Roberts placed 2nd in JV Dramatic Interpretation. Great job to all and onto Regionals this weekend!!
TWIN PINS! 8th graders Caden Hadfield and Jacob Bischoff simultaneously place their opponents in cradles en route to getting pins. The wrestlers defeated both Clinton and Ridgeview Tuesday night.
The 7th Graders displayed their History Fair Projects at TVMS tonight. Each year students find new topics to research. Thank you to everyone that visited tonight.
Congratulations to this months Leader In Me students!
High School Honor Roll for the first semester has been posted on our school webpage (www.tri-valley3.org). Click on "Documents" in the Menu tab. It will be in the High School folder. Congrats to all of the students with outstanding grades!
We need YOU to help our bookfair run smoothly! If you can help on Wednesday, February 12th, please sign up here: bit.ly/tvesbf220
Don't forget to purchase your TVHS yearbook! Follow the link below to place your order or contact Rachel Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org) for details.
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Don't forget to purchase your TVHS yearbook! Follow the link below to place your order or contact Rachel Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org) for details.
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Sophomore and Junior Parents-
We would like to ask your help this coming week. Next Saturday and Sunday the Tri-Valley Sophomores and Juniors will be holding both the “Father Daughter Dance” as well as “The Mr. Viking King of Hearts.” We are looking for donations of peanut/tree nut free cookies and brownies. We are also looking for mini 8oz. bottles of water to help with our event. If you are willing to make or purchase cookies, brownies or buy small bottles of water we will be taking donations in the Tri-Valley High School Office next Thursday (Feb. 6th) and Friday (Feb. 7th) from 8am-4pm. We will also take donations on Saturday morning (Feb. 8th) from 9am-10am. Thank you in advance for any help you can provide to make these two events a success!!
Kelsey Leake (Sophomore Class Sponsor)
Kristin Myers (Junior Class Sponsor)
Check these out! Our very own Thomas Whitehouse designed, printed, and packaged these beautiful Valentines Day cards. They are available for purchase at 715 Jewelry (formerly By the Lake Designs) in Downs, IL
It's Winter Spirit Week at TVHS! Different dress & 9th period activities each day. The class with the most participation wins a pizza party!
Monday: Pajama Day & Home Girls Bball v Dee-Mack Twin/Triplet Tuesday
Western Wednesday
Thursday: Jersey Day
Friday: Blue & Gold Day & Home Boys Bball v Lexington
with a free Sock Hop dance following the game.
Time to show your school spirit! Go Vikings!
8 members of the TV Speech Team slid into Eureka for the Saturday Morning Live Tournament on January 18. Emma Mast (Informational Speaking), Molly Klessig (Dramatic Interpretation), Ella Wargo and Lizzie Shepard (Humorous Duet Acting) competed. Seth Coughlin (Improvisational Speaking) placed 5th in Junior Varsity; Kaitlyn Jones (Humorous Interpretation) placed 2nd in Junior Varsity; Joelle Roberts (Dramatic Interpretation) placed 3rd in Varsity; Kaitlyn Jones and Anthony Decker (Humorous Duet Acting) won 1st place Varsity! Congratulations to all for a great day!!!
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Rebecca Marcotte
Vocal Instructor
Tri-Valley CUSD #3
503 E. Washington St.
Downs, Il 61736
Below is a video update from Dr. Mouser and Mr. Derges showing the updates on the High School renovation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TT0v_Xc_ZQ&feature=youtu.be
Our Board of Education approved next year's school calendar. You can find the calendar below.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/560657/2020-2021_School_Calendar.pdf
Please call TVES to sign up for a screening time and date if you have a student who will be enrolling into Kindergarten or the Little Viking School for the 2020-21 school year! Little Viking School screening will be February 24-25 and kindergarten screening will be February 26-27. Time slots are filling up FAST! The office phone number is 378-2031. Please share this post!
What are you waiting for? There is still time to register for the Spring Break 2021 trip to Paris and Rome! Contact Rachel Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org) for details or register online at ACIS.com!
Congratulations to all of our Leader In Me students for the month of December!
As part of the school leadership program, Tri-Valley Elementary students raised money for the Downs Food Bank last week. The second grade leaders presented a check for $1,562.00 today during lunch today! Thank to everyone who helped support our community!
Looking for that last minute Christmas gift? How about a Tri-Valley HS yearbook? Give your student the gift that keeps on giving! Order today at: http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Our littlest Vikings Christmas program!
Merry Christmas from TVES!
First graders + teachers went Around the World today, and explored Diwali in India, Las Posadas in Mexico, Hanukkah in Israel, and Boxing Day in Africa. We have the most amazing parent volunteers in first grade that created a fabulous world tour for the students!
From learning + performing the danddiya raas, to playing dreidel games, making poinsettias, and creating their own boxing gifts for someone special, these students learned a ton and had a blast doing it! Not to mention all the cultural specific treats they were able to taste!
Thanks again to everyone that put this together for these students!!
8th grade girls basketball fell short at the IESA state tournament Saturday. The girls had an amazing season qualifying for the elite eight and a state tournament appearance. Well done ladies. GO VIKINGS!
Tomorrow's the last day for the coin drive! Donate your dollars to the Downs Food Pantry!
When 160+ young students sing Christmas songs together, this just has to be one of the best nights of the year! Congratulations to our Kindergarteners, 2nd graders, and Mr. Powers on a job well done!
The coin drive continues! Bring dimes tomorrow!
Come support our HS Boys Basketball team at the State Farm Classic Tournament.
Just a heads up. Please be careful around the middle school drive this week. NICOR is installing a new gas line. The work will be completed soon.
Pennies are in the books! Next up: Nickels!
A small but great group competed at the Bloomington High School Speech Tournament on Saturday against 30 other school. Joelle Roberts broke into DI JV finals placing First!!!!
Anthony Decker and Kaitlyn Jones broke into Varsity for HDA and placed 5th! Everyone did great!
Make dinner plans for Wednesday, December 11 at Portillo's. The 7th/8th Washington DC trip participants are raising funds for their trip. Show this flyer when you order. Thank you for supporting our students.
Our Coin Drive to benefit the Downs Food Pantry starts tomorrow! Let's see how many pennies we can gather!
Students are starting to register and our 2021 France and Italy group is growing!
I want to remind everyone about the Jan. 1st, 2020 Early Registration Deadline and extra $100 discount! Don’t miss out! Contact rangus@tri-valley3.org for more info.
Calling all elves! We are in need of more personal shoppers and gift wrappers during all 4 shifts of the Santa Shop. Click the link below to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b48a8ab2da6f49-santa
TVHS is hosting a Trivia Night on Monday, December 2 as a fundraiser for the sophomore class. It is open to all ages at will be from 5:30-7pm. Text @effd8f to 81010 to RSVP or find out more information.
Even though we're gearing up for Thanksgiving, don't forget that your kids can buy your Christmas presents NEXT WEEK! Santa Shop will be here December 5 & 6.
Ten Tri-Valley speech team members spent Saturday at the U-High Speech tournament competing in 8 events. It was a tough field and only 1 event broke to finals. Kaitlyn Jones and Anthony Decker broke into JV HDA and brought home 1st place! Great job to everyone!
Ten Tri-Valley speech team members spent Saturday at the U-High Speech tournament competing in 8 events. It was a tough field and only 1 event broke to finals. Kaitlyn Jones and Anthony Decker broke into JV HDA and brought home 1st place! Great job to everyone!
The upper level art students had a blast exploring the city of Chicago and the Art Institute!
The Kid to Kid giving tree is up outside of Sra's room. Please consider taking an ornament or two and buying the items listed on the ornament. Once you have bought the items, please place them under the tree by December 9th. Thank you!
The tradition of students designing the TVMS yearbook cover continues. The talent of our students is beyond amazing. There were 72 entries submitted and the whole student body will vote to select the winner. Thank you to all of the students who submitted a picture! Winners will be announced next week.
Congratulations to the our TVHS seniors who participated in our fall signing day on Tuesday! The following students will be continuing to play at the college level:
Jimmy Butler: IWU, Baseball
Regan Danko: Heartland CC, Volleyball
Alivia Larson: Lees-McRae College, Volleyball
Kendall Peck: Heartland CC, Volleyball
Drew Rudsinski: Saint Leo Univ., Baseball
Braden Zenor: Heartland CC, Baseball
Today’s lunch menu...THANKSGIVING DINNER!!!
The SAGA members had a great time bowling and hanging out after school!
"I've never looked at my yearbook..." said no one ever! Buy your Tri-Valley HS yearbook before the holidays and give the gift that keeps on giving! You can even personalize it for your special student for only $5!!
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Time is running out to receive the early bird prices for the 2021 spring break trip to Paris and Rome! Make sure to register at ACIS.com by December 1st if you want to save up to $150! Group Leader: Angus & Group ID: 278891
The teachers and staff of the three schools had a food war last week. $1300 in cash and about $1900 in food was collected and delivered to the Downs food pantry! Way to go Tri-Valley!
TVHS sent snacks and cards to two military service members, one of whom was Tri-Valley graduate, Josh McBride. We are very grateful for their service.
The TVHS National Honor Society shopped on Sunday for Thanksgiving baskets for the kid to kid program!
Elijah Johnson, Sydney Haase, Lucas Burgard, Kylie Stroyls and Matthew Holloway at ONU for the concert festival day! Congratulations for your hard work and dedication to be selected! You've made our Tri-Valley music department proud!
It is a great day to be a Viking! Mrs. Pfeiffer and Mrs. Maxedon had the honor of traveling to Washington D.C. to accept our National Blue Ribbon School Award. Congratulations TVMS and Viking Nation!
Congratulations to senior Madi Streenz for being named TVHS November Student of the Month! She has shown consistent dedication to improving our school and has worked hard every day to improve herself in her classes as well. Her work ethic stands out and is appreciated! She was nominated by three different teachers. We also had a lot of other great nominees including: Katelynn Ashenbremer, Colten Bartels, Lianna Benjamin, Sarah Boll, Derick Brown, Todd Daniels, Matthew Holloway, Amanda McCane, Emma Pacey, Kendall Peck, Andrew Petrilli, Windsor Roberts, Nate Simon, Macy Stickling, Liz Todaro, and Verle Wallenburg. Congrats Madi and to all the nominees!
Celebrating World Kindness Day in our cardigans at TVES! It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood!
Tomorrow we will recognize our local Veterans at TVMS. Breakfast starting at 9:00. Assembly starting at 9:45. All Veterans and Family welcome.
The Veterans Day Program will take place on Monday at TVMS. Breakfast starts at 9:00am and the assembly will start at 9:45am. Please RSVP using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfL6L5HrOgTLGIiPHjywlu4GPDvj2w00nRYUgpBZdYGbeWRrw/viewform?c=0&w=1
Tri-Valley High School is excited to announce the start-up of a brand new learning program called “The JA Company Program.” Tri-Valley has partnered will local business leaders to give TVHS students the chance to put ideas into action by creating and running their own startup. With the help of a student group and volunteer mentors, students will create, manage, and liquidate a business in 13 weeks. Any student at Tri-Valley High School can register for this free entrepreneurial after-school program. Know a Tri-Valley student interested in sparking their entrepreneurial spirit? Attend our info session on November 13, at 6:00 PM. More info and sign up at http://bit.ly/2J2Irg6.
Paris and Rome 2021! There will be a meeting Thursday, Nov. 7th at 5:45 in the HS art room for any student and parent interested in learning more about the 2021 educational trip to Paris and Rome. Contact Ms. Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org) for details.
Congratulations Speech Team members! 4 members attended the Olympia Tournament on Saturday with all placing! Emma Mast placed 5th in JV Informative speaking, Kaitlyn Jones and Anthony Decker placed 6th in Varsity Humorous Duet Acting and Molly Klessig placed 7th in Varsity Dramatic Interpretation. Fantastic start to the season!
Looking for the adventure of a lifetime? Consider traveling abroad with ACIS! Any parents and students interested in learning more about the 2021 spring break trip to Paris and Rome are invited to attend an informational meeting on November 7th at 5:45 in the HS art room.
The TVHS Key Club and National Honor Society will be trick or treating for UNICEF this Sunday from 1:00-3:00.
There is a Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 27, from 4-6 pm, at the Tri-Valley HS parking lot! All of the proceeds are going to the Fort Jesse Imaging Center to help pay for mammograms for women. If you would be willing to decorate a trunk, bring your kids to trick or treat, or donate, anything would be great. Follow this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/z7gHdT3qzBqqp12t5
The 8th graders had fun with Mrs. Whitworth this morning while learning about the growth mind set! Thanks Mrs. Whitworth for taking time to help!
During P/T Conferences, the TVHS Key Club is providing childcare on a donation basis between 12:45-8:00pm in classroom 179 at the high school. All donations will be gifted to Children’s Home and Aid in our area. You are welcome to drop off children prior to a scheduled conference to enjoy activities while you meet with a teacher. Key Club members will keep them busy until you return from your conference. If you have questions, please contact Adrienne West (awest@tri-valley3.org or 378-2911).
TVHS junior Matthew Barker shot a 74 at day 2 of the IHSA State Finals today, capturing 2nd place in 1A. Congratulations Matthew!! #vikingstv3 #viking4life
7th grade digital literacy students had an amazing experience Skyping with author Abby Cooper in the library today! Students read her book, Sticks & Stones, during class this 9 weeks!
These prices won't stick around! Purchase your Tri-Valley High School Yearbook by October 31st to receive the lowest available price. Follow the link to start your order!
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Congratulations to Sydney Haase, John Devine, Matthew Holloway, Lucas Burgard and Elijiah Johnson for being accepted to the 2019 ILMEA District #3 All-District Ensembles! John will perform in Jazz Band II on 11/2, Sydney, Matthew and Lucas will participate in the Concert Band and Elijah will participate in Choir on 11/16. Both festivals will be held on the campus of Olivet University in Bourbonnais, IL. They performed a very stringent audition and were one of approximately 75 other high schools participating.
HS Boys Basketball Spirit Wear is now available! Orders are due by 8:00 AM on November 4. https://shop.minervapromotions.com/stores/schools/tri-valley/hs-boys-basketball.html
Congrats to the Lady Viking volleyball team on going undefeated in the HOIC and capturing the 2019 conference championship! They are now 29-2 on the season. #vikingstv3 #viking4life
VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION
The Veterans Day Program will take place on November 11th. The day will start with breakfast for the Veterans at 9:00am and the assembly will start at 9:45am. If you are a Veteran or have a Veteran that would like to attend please use the link below to RSVP before November 2nd.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfL6L5HrOgTLGIiPHjywlu4GPDvj2w00nRYUgpBZdYGbeWRrw/viewform?c=0&w=1
TVHS NHS Coat Drive
The Tri-Valley High School National Honor Society will be collecting coats from October 21st-November 1st. Coats will be given to families in our district and anything left over will be taken to Home Sweet Home Mission and the Salvation Army. You may drop off new or gently used coats, hats, boots, gloves/mittens and scarves in the high school office. Please contact Shari Riley sriley@tri-valley3.org with any questions. Also, if you are in need of coats, please contact your building principal or Shari Riley. Thank you!
The TVMS Book Fair is ready to rock this week! It is open Oct. 14-18 from 7:30-3:30 and Oct. 16 from 6:00-8:30 during the 5th-12th grade chorus concert.
Congratulations to the TVHS Band for their 3rd place finish at the very competitive Metamora Redbird Invitational. The band scored an 83.00 in 4A beating some much larger schools! Congratulations!!
It's a beautiful day to get your flu shot! Look for the Hy-Vee bus today at the elementary parking lot from10:00-2:00. You must be between the ages of 10-65 to get the vaccine.
You have one more night to come watch the 7th and 8th graders perform The Princess King! The last performance is Saturday night at 7pm at the high school.
Congratulations to senior Nick White on being named TVHS October Student of Month! Nick was nominated three different times this month, each from a different teacher. He consistently lends a hand to help others and is known for the kindness he shows to everyone. We thank him for all his efforts in making our school a better place. Congrats Nick!
Other students nominated this month were: Katelynn Ashenbremer, Lauren Carter, Dylan Connor, Tyler Dischert, Jaxin Flurer, Logan Haworth*, Kaden Howard, George Isaacs, Jenna Jensen, Hunter Luesing, Amanda McCane, Marshall Moodie, Dimitri O’Brien*, Kendall Peck, Piercen Rice*, Autumn Stengel*, Brady Sutton, Zach Thorndyke, Kyleigh Tinervin, and Leighann Williams. Any staff member can nominate a student for displaying one of our Viking Values: Opportunity, Dedication, Innovation, and Respect. Congrats to all the nominees!
Thank you to the Downs Fire Department for talking with the Little Viking School through 3rd grade students about fire safety!
We've gone digital for sign in/out at the middle school. Instead of paper signing we please ask that you use one of the two chrome machines to the left as you enter the office. This will make the secretaries lives easier and for better record keeping, not to mention the paper we will save.
Registration is available for students interested in the following winter sports: MS Boys Basketball, HS Girls and Boys Basketball, MS Girls Volleyball. Participants must have a valid sports physical at the school and register at https://il.8to18.com/TriValleyCUSD/
Congrats to TVHS senior Jacob Corsaw on receiving a Letter of Commendation by the National Merit Scholarship Program! Jacob earned this recognition as one of the top scorers in the nation during the fall 2018 PSAT qualifying exam. Only the top 3-4% in the nation receive this honor. Great job Jacob!
It's Homecoming at Tri-Valley and nobody does it better! Here are class scores heading into today's Parade, Battle of the Bands, and Pep Rally: 4th- Fr. with 42 points, 3rd- Soph. with 59 points, 2nd- Jrs with 61 points & 1st place- Seniors. Parade starts at 6pm, see you there!
The 2019 Homecoming activities are well under way! The parade is Thursday with line up starting at 5:30.
What an amazing Homecoming week so far! Want to relive the memories forever? Buy a 2019-2020 Yearbook!
https://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Our Viking boys & girls golf teams both had outstanding results today at the Heart of Illinois Conference golf meet in El Paso! The boys finished 2nd as a team and were led by HOIC Top Medalist, Matthew Barker! The girls team was lead by FOUR Top 6 finishers, Alexandria Jones, Lauren Christopher, Sydney Nelson, & Lauren Shivley, and captured the school’s first ever Girls Golf HOIC Team Championship! We are proud of you! Great job Viking golfers!!
Our children had a great time during the Walk-a-Thon! A big thank you to PTO, Steve Shaffer, Courtney Brian, Emily Howse, Tessa McConkey, our teachers, and of course our volunteers for organizing a great day for our kids!
A much needed Lab upgrade in TVES. Thanks again @StateFarm for the computer donations!
Tri-Valley Middle School has just been named a National Blue Ribbon School for 2019!
The kids are asking, "Do you have the new Wimpy Kid?" Yes! Not only do we have #13 "The Meltdown", you can also pre-order #14 "Wrecking Ball", which will be published in November! Pre-ordering it will mean that you'll get it THE DAY it comes out, 11/05/2019!
The kids are asking, "Do you have the new Dog Man?" Yes! Not only do we have #6 "For Whom the Dog Rolls", you can also pre-order #7, "Fetch-22", which will be published in December! Pre-ordering it will mean that you'll get it THE DAY it comes out, 12/10/2019!
We had an amazing turnout to celebrate our Grandparents in 2nd Grade last Friday! The students shared a song, poem, and special writings. It was a wonderful time to create memories together!
Congratulations to the Tri-Valley High School Marching Band for their second place finish in AAA at the 2019 Mt. Zion Music Games last Saturday. The band was also awarded Best Percussion for their class on a beautiful evening to perform!
When is the book fair open?
Class Shopping Day is Thursday, and all students will visit the fair for 30 minutes. We'll also be open every day before school, starting at 7:30, as well as every day after school until 3:30, except Friday when we'll be open until 7:00 PM!
What new books are at the fair this fall? Check out our digital flyer: http://bookfairsfiles.scholastic.com/flippingbooks/f19-custom-booklist/f19-custom-booklist.html
It's still a week away but Homecoming class competitions actually kickoff this week with a TVHS Food Drive! The National Honor Society is asking students to bring in non-perishable foods like canned goods, cereal, peanut butter, and granola bars. The class that wins each day will receive advantages in the Spirit Week games during that same day in HoCo Week. Students should drop off food to their class sponsor’s classroom. Points start over each day, so students are encouraged to participate all week!
The Elementary book fair may be closed for now, but we'll start our full week of fair fun again on Monday morning. Stop in and see us!
Grandparents of second graders, we can't wait to see you this morning! Head into the library for an Arctic Adventure as we host a Grand Event, just for you!
Parents, want to know more about the new, easy way to pay at the Book Fair? Check out this video:
https://players.brightcove.net/1543299976/Eyj59PHsg_default/index.html?videoId=5831064261001&fbclid=IwAR2udgIyOQYh_eZFfj1x6uu1U6v-6lX98l5oIkLU7igzKlWcL5GElgGjjU4
It's that time again! Time to order a Tri-Valley High School Yearbook! We've got a great staff this year working hard to create the best yearbook ever. Don't trust memories to memory alone. Order a yearbook today!:
https://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Our time slots for tomorrow are filled, but we're still looking for few volunteers during the day next Thursday and during the evening next Friday at the Elementary book fair!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b48a8ab2da6f49-book
Elementary students have been counting down since August, and our Book Fair is almost here! Thanks to a super crew of volunteers, our fair will be up and ready to go on Friday! Stop in and be a part of our Arctic Adventure!
Congratulations to the TVHS Viking Marching Band for their 1st place in Class C/D finish and Best Colorguard and Best Winds Caption awards last weekend at the Monticello Sage City Invitational.
TVES hosted author Amy Logan this afternoon. She read us her story, "A Girl with a Cape", and reminded us that kind acts are super! The students enjoyed her energy and advice, and we were happy to have her at school today. Thanks Amy!
Mr. Powers set up a great experience for third grade students to learn about string instruments from ISU musicians. It was a great opportunity to expand their interests!
Congratulations to the following students who are this years Middle School Student Council officers. Co-president: Jackson Bratko and Cadence Geiser, VP: Natalie Haushalter, Treasurer: Luke Tracy and Secretary: Sarah Hill. Thanks to all who ran. Great job!
Congratulations to our 2019 homecoming court members! Freshmen-Kaelyn Thoele and Jack Anderson, Sophomores-Grace Martin and Ayden Kurtyak, Juniors-Ali Carroll and Zander Woodring and Seniors-Regan Danko, Alivia Larson, Mel Vroomen, Tyler Dischert, Nathan Larson and Patrick Williams.
We are in need of at least 100 dozen cookies for our cookie break during homecoming week. There is a sign-up genius that should have been sent to all high school families. Contact Shari Riley with questions.
Homecoming tickets go on sale beginning today. They can be purchased in Sra’s room before after school for $10 until September 27. After the 27th the price goes up to $15. Students bringing a guest from another school must submit a form to Sra. TVHS students can purchase tickets at the door for $15 the night of the dance which is from 8 to 1030 on October 5
Congratulations to this year's Barb Pearson award nominees-Lauren Carter, Regan Danko, Ty Dischert, Sydney Garrels, Alexandria Jones, Drew Kitterman, Cece Kraft, Sydney Nelson and Makenna O'Rourke.
Teachers nominated students based on involvement in school, leadership and support of fellow students and the community.
There is another tailgate tonight for all TVHS students at 5:00 on the front lawn. Free food, music and games!
There is a tailgate tonight for all TVHS students at 5:00 on the front lawn. Free food, music and games!
There are still a few spots open for the 2019-2020 Spring Break trip to Spain and Italy!! Anyone wishing to travel on the adventure of a lifetime see Ms. Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org)
Tri-Valley is looking for a full time bus route driver and a part time bus driver. If you are interested in having a good time and making good money while doing it this is for you! We provide all the training and pay for all CDL testing. Please consider joining the Tri-Valley family!!!
Please contact Cade Hasselbring at chasselbring@tri-valley3.org.
Reminder: Online registration deadline was August 9th. If your student comes home stating their Google account was disabled simply login to Skyward family access and complete the online registration.
Today’s MS baseball game and softball practice have been cancelled. Athletes have the night off.
Tri-Valley Athletic Booster Blitz tonight! Come out to GameDay Grill in Downs for live music, pulled pork BBQ, and a great evening with fellow Vikings! Food is available at 7:00 pm and the band starts playing at 8:00 pm. Come early or after preview night for a great time. GO VIKINGS!
The HS Yearbooks are in! This year's soph.-srs. may pick up their yearbooks in the cafeteria during lunch on Aug. 26 - Aug. 30. Seniors who graduated last year may pick up their yearbooks from the HS art room at any time! Contact Ms. Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org) with questions.
Tuesday’s baseball and softball are cancelled. Players have the night off.
Second annual connections picnic is in the books! The Renaissance group did such a great job from planning to setup to cleanup! I love working with these kids and seeing the TVHS students having fun and reconnecting after summer!
What a wonderful first day of school! We haven't had many tears from the children or parents...I would say that is a great start! Thank you to the community, parents, staff members and the sports teams for the support given to our youngest Vikings!
1st day of school for these ladies!!! Welcome to Tri-Valley Elementary.
New to the District? Be sure to download our very own TV3 App for Android and Apple. Search for Tri-Valley in your Apple store or the Google play store today! This will allow you to stay up to date with everything within our district. GO VIKINGS!!!
Reminder: online registration ends tomorrow the 9th.
Class lists are now posted at the Elementary! The kids are so excited to start the new school year.
The elementary playground is getting a few last minute touches and it looks amazing! A big thank you goes to Makenna O'Rourke and her volunteers for designing and painting a racing obstacle course on the blacktop! The students will love the new space.
Tri-Valley CUSD #3 is seeking at 8th Grade Social Studies teacher for the upcoming school year. The posting can be found here. http://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/118299/8th-Grade-Social-Studies-Teacher/job-details
The new device the district will be providing this year is a Lenovo 100E Chromebook with a 11.6” screen with a hard cover (see images attached). We will begin distribution of the laptops to students on Thursday, August 8th. Students will be able to come to the high school to pick up their device between 8:00am-4:00pm on the following dates:
○ Seniors (Class of 2020) - Thursday, Aug. 8
○ Juniors (Class of 2021) - Friday, Aug. 9
○ Sophomores (Class of 2022) - Monday, Aug. 12
○ Freshmen (Class of 2023) - Tuesday, Aug. 13
*Please note a guardian and student must be present to sign for the Chromebook*
Any student who cannot come to school on the assigned pick-up day can come on any of the later days. If you can't make any of those days the Chromebooks will be distributed on the first day of school. If you have any questions about the device please contact Josh White, Technology Director, at jwhite@tri-valley3.org.
The summer work crew put in the new climber at the middle school! They will be adding mulch and then it will be ready! Thank you to PTO, our community, Mr. Hasselbring, and the summer crew!
Online Registration starts today. Current students can login to Skyward family access to register. New students are asked to contact Karen at the unit office kijams@tri-valley3.org to setup an appointment or walk-ins are welcome on the 16th of July 8am-3pm. If you need any help please feel free to e-mail myself jwhite@tri-valley3.org or Karen kijams@tri-valley3.org. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
Walls are up on the addition to Tri-Valley High School so it's time for another video update! The video shows the Auditorium and Auxillary Gym. By the end of August you will see the band/choir classroom and event entry going up as well. #vikingstv3
https://youtu.be/hzeCB3XB0TU
Welcome to Brady Sant Amour and Brian Roberts who officially take over the reigns of the LeRoy-Tri-Valley Wrestling Program.
LeRoy High School is pleased to announce Brady Sant Amour as Head Wrestling Coach of the LeRoy Tri-Valley Co-Op program. Sant Amour wrestled at Rock Island Alleman High School and Illinois State University, and has spent the past 8 seasons as the Head Coach for the El Paso-Gridley Titans wrestling program. During his tenure at EPG, Sant Amour coached 17 state qualifiers, 3 state finalists, and 1 state champion. He also led the Titans to the 2017 IHSA Dual Team State Finals.
In addition, LeRoy High School Class of 2011 wrestling alum, Brian Roberts will be the Assistant High School Wrestling Coach. Roberts spent the past two seasons as the Head Wrestling Coach at Wadena-Deer Creek High School in Minnesota. At LHS, he was an individual state qualifier, finished with 113 career wins, and was a member of the 2009 Dual Team State Runner Up and 2011 Dual Team 3rd Place teams. Prior to wrestling at Concordia College in Minnesota, Roberts was an assistant for Sant Amour at EPG.
The walls to the auditorium are going up today!!!! #vikingvision
Spring Semester Honor Roll has been posted on our school webpage (www.tri-valley3.org). Click on "Documents" in the menu tab then go to High School. Congratulations to all of our honorees! Go Vikings!
The children absolutely love their new playground! Thank you again to PTO, Cade Hasselbring, and all of our volunteers for making this possible.
Board of Education Vacancy: We are seeking an individual to serve on our board of education to complete a 2 year term. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, and resume to the unit office by July 12th. Candidates must reside in the TV district. This seat must be filled by someone outside of Old Town Township.
Skyward will be doing the summer updates this Saturday starting at 8AM and should be completed by 5PM. During this time you won't have access to the Skyward system for Tri-Valley. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Enjoy your summer!
Here is the latest on this summer's construction work at the high school: https://youtu.be/LbenRw1UP6c
7th annual TV garage sale for charity will be held from 8a-1p on Sat, July 13th. In order for the sale to be a success, we need YOUR donations. We are accepting clean, usable clothing, books, household items, toys, holiday decorations and small furniture. Please, no old TVs! Items may be dropped off on Sat, July 6th 8-11, Sun, July 7th 12-3 and M-F (July 8-12) from 9-3 at the ES Gym.
Look what just arrived today! It's our Chromebooks for our 1:1 initiative at the High School starting next year. Let me get them setup and I'll send out a detailed schedule explaining how to pick them up later this summer. Enjoy your summer!
Tri-Valley Golf Outing is NEXT WEEK! The Tri-Valley Educational Foundation Golf Outing is June 13. There are just are only a few carts left. REGISTER TODAY if you plan to attend. The outing raises money to support educational innovation each of the Tri-Valley schools. We invite you register on the webstore https://trivalley.revtrak.net/TVEF-Golf-Outing/#/list
Thank you for your support.
Are your kids already saying they are bored? We still have openings for Summer Mini Camps!! You may register for any of our remaining mini camps by following this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rdemcRr-En99vk8Ync9y9sB04KZfSsHWUhWTUzpAqAM/edit?usp=sharing
There is still time to register for the Youth Baseball Camp starting June 24. Sessions available for students going into K-8th grade. See details on the flyer.
http://bit.ly/2019tvbaseballcamp
7th annual TV garage sale for charity will be held from 8a-1p on Sat, July 13th. In order for the sale to be a success, we need YOUR donations. We are accepting clean, usable clothing, books, household items, toys, holiday decorations and small furniture. Please, no old TVs! Items may be dropped off on Sat, July 6th 8-11, Sun, July 7th 12-3 and M-F (July 8-12) from 9-3 at the ES Gym.
6th grade students Outdoor Education at Dawson Lake. The weather was beautiful, they learned a lot, and had a great time! Thank you to the station leaders and parent chaperones.
Congratulations to TVHS senior Isabel Mata on being named by College Board to this year's National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP)! Each year, the NHRP recognizes about 7,000 Hispanic/Latino students in the US with the top PSAT scores and cumulative GPAs. Isabel will be attending the University of Illinois in the fall. Congrats Izzy!
The weather may not show it, but summer is almost here, which means it's time for Summer Camps! We have a fun summer planned for our campers. We still have openings. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rdemcRr-En99vk8Ync9y9sB04KZfSsHWUhWTUzpAqAM/edit?usp=sharing
2019 Football Apparel orders are available until 8:00am Monday, May 13. Order online at https://www.minervapromotions.com/stores/schools/tri-valley-hs/tri-valley-hs-football.html
Baseball Senior Night - May 6th 4:25
Today was a wonderful MUD Day! Great job to our young athletes! They are supporting and encouraging one another during Field Day. Wonderful job to Ms. Martin and Mrs. Farney for putting together another Field Day that our students will always remember.
Sign up by May 8th for the Summer Youth Basketball Camp on June 10-12. Boys entering grades 3-5 will be from 8:30-10:30a and boys entering grades 6-8 will be from 10:30a-12:30p. Sign up on the attached form.
HS Boys Track at PBL (Paxton) has been cancelled today. The reschedule date has not yet been determined.
Thanks to the PTO for sponsoring Dave Leake for TVES First Graders today! They learned all about what it takes to go to space.
May 1 is National Commitment Day so today our senior class wore shirts to show what they will be doing this fall. Whether it's college, working or serving in the military, we wish our Class of 2019 graduates the best of luck!
Last chance to get your Viking Night ticket for this Friday, May 3. We are down to our last 10 tickets! Don't miss out on a chance to win $5000 and the opportunity to bid on our great silent and live auction items! Tickets can be purchased at https://trivalley.revtrak.net/
Vikings take on Central Catholic at The Corn Crib. Game time 6:30.
Softball travels to Argenta-Oreana today. Game time 4:30.
The Tri-Valley FFA members will be holding a greenhouse sale on Saturday,
April 27th from 8am-3pm and Saturday, May 4th from 8am-3pm.
The FFA members will be selling a variety of annuals, perennials, foliage
plants, hanging baskets and vegetables. Some of the plants include, wave
petunias, vinca, impatiens, begonia, marigold, alyssum, zinnia, geraniums,
hostas, daylilies, tomatoes, peppers, houseplants, and various hanging
baskets.
The greenhouse is located on the south side of Tri-Valley High School. Due
to the renovation, customers will enter the front doors to the high school
and continue through the high school to enter the greenhouse. All proceeds
from the greenhouse sale will go to the Tri-Valley FFA Organization.
The FFA is a national organization of more than 600,000 members preparing
for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of
agriculture. The FFA's mission is to make a positive difference in the
lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership,
personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
Thank you to all who donated to Prom and After Prom!
The TVHS huge garage sale is on! The sale will be July 13 at the elementary school. We will start taking collections on July 6. Information was sent home with students last week. Please contact Shari Riley if you have questions.
Baseball and Softball travel to LeRoy. Game time 4:30. Go Vikings!!
I'm not sure what it is but the Kindergarten ABC program gets me every year!!! I am amazed to see the amount of growth the kids have made over the school year. The kids are simply singing their hearts out and loving life! Great job to the students and their teachers.
Congratulations to senior Jack Podlesnik for being named April Student of the Month! Jack has been a leader for the VIB broadcasts, created the senior advice video for Freshman Orientation, and has been making us look good with many of our social media posts. Great job Jack!
TVHS had another fantastic group for April Student of the Month nominees! All of these students were nominated by a teacher for displaying our Viking Values of Respect, Opportunity, Innovation, and Dedication: Lexi Ward, Lauren Carter, James Salzbrunn, Ben Dischert, Kaden Howard, Mel Vroman, Zoe Howard, Isaac Vance, Aaron Stuckey, Eli Gossett, Zach Thorndyke, Toby Roberson, Katelyn Weinheimer, Makenna O’Rourke, Aiden Hadfield, Bryce Bloemer, Jessi Dolan, Hannah Mortenson, Rachel Zachow, Madison Battey, Rachel Samet, Owen Estes, Lexi Caruso, Renee Garneau, Halle Shelley, Ryan Steiner, and MaKenna Barker. Great job Vikings!
Tomorrow we will have our last School Improvement day for the school year. Students will dismiss at 11:40 AM. We hope you have a great weekend!
Vikings take on Ridgeview in Colfax. Go Vikings!
Softball travels to Morton. Game time 4:30. Go Lady Vikings!!
Come out and support the baseball and softball teams as they travel to Heyworth today. Game time 4:30.
Congratulations to our 2019 Prom Court, and King Drew Guimond & Queen Zoe Howard! #viking4life
Congratulations to our 2019 Prom Court, and King Drew Guimond & Queen Zoe Howard! #viking4life
Today is the day! Hoping all our TVHS students have a safe and fun Prom! #vikingstv3
I am happy to announce our summer mini camps which will start this coming June! Teachers from the elementary, middle, and high school buildings will provide a variety of enrichment opportunities, such as cooking, sports, adventures around the world, and a lot of science! I am excited to be able to offer these fun programs for all of our children. If you are interested in seeing the complete list of camps and registration information, please follow this link. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rdemcRr-En99vk8Ync9y9sB04KZfSsHWUhWTUzpAqAM/edit?usp=sharing
Softball travels to Williamsville. Game time 4:30. Go Vikings!!
Baseball travels to Lincoln. Game time 4:30. Go Vikings!!
TVHS hosted PSAT & SAT tests today for 9th, 10th, & 11th grades, so the Seniors hit the road! Some job shadowed or took college visits while a group of 40 took part in community service at Midwest Food Bank. #vikingstv3
Softball and Baseball travel to Eureka. Game time 4:30. Come out and support the Vikings!!
We had a great turn out for the Elementary Art Festival! The HS art students had a great time sharing their love of art with the elementary students.
Come out Saturday morning at 10 am to watch the Lady Vikings take on St Joseph Ogden.
Saturday Morning Baseball!! The Vikings take on Hoopeston at 10 am and Marquette Academy at 2 pm. Come out and cheer on the Vikings!!
Softball at home against Fieldcrest. 4:30
Varsity Baseball at home vs Fieldcrest. 4:30.
It's a great day for a ballgame! Softball and baseball are home today for a HOIC matchups versus Dee-Mack. Let's Go Vikings!
Do you want to help your child better navigate the world of social media? We invite all parents to attend a special presentation from an Internet Safety Specialist from the Attorney General's Office on Tuesday, April 2nd at 6:30 in the HS gym. All are welcome to attend.
Viking Youth Football Camp will be April 29, 30, May 1 for all incoming 2nd-8th graders (Fall 2019). Cost $50. Deadline to register is April 12. Register on TV Webstore at https://trivalley.revtrak.net/football-camp-youth
Lady Vikings travel to Lexington!
Vikings Baseball travel to Lexington.
Vikings Baseball travel to Lexington.
We had a wonderful Leader Lunch today! Have a wonderful spring break.
Tri-Valley schools dismisses at 1:50 PM today, which marks the start of Spring Break for the district. Enjoy your break! We will see you back at school on Monday, April 1.
Varsity Softball @ home vs St Teresa. Come cheer on the Lady Vikings!!
TVMS students have been working hard to prepare for tonight’s Science Challenge Night!
Varsity softball travels to Clinton. Game time 4:30.
The day is finally here! Viking softball and baseball season openers are today at Tri-Valley. Let's go Vikes! #vikingstv3
Despite a great effort, 8th grade volleyball fell in the first round of the IESA State Volleyball Tournament. Congratulations on a great season ladies. GO VIKINGS!
Congratulations to the Viking Scholastic Bowl team who finished their season today with a 1-2 record at the IHSA State Finals! The record-setting team advanced to state for the first time in school history. Top 8 in state! We are proud of you!
The TVHS Scholastic Bowl team is beginning their 3rd match today at the IHSA State Finals. With a win they will advance to the 3rd Place match! Go Vikings! #vikingstv3
Good luck to the 8th grade volleyball team as they head to the IESA 8 3A Tournament today to take on Staunton at 4:30 pm. Games will be broadcast on the NFHS Network at this link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/unity-high-school-tolono-tolono-il GO VIKINGS!
Middle School PE students played black light badminton to conclude their badminton unit Thursday.
Congratulations to Howard & Terri Springer - winners of the $200 early bird drawing for Viking Night. Our next early bird drawing for $100 will be for tickets sold prior to April 9. Get your ticket today! https://trivalley.revtrak.net/viking-night/#/v/Viking-Night-Tickets-100
8th grade volleyball won the IESA Sectional Monday night in dramatic fashion defeating Maroa in Extra points to advance to the IESA 8 3A State Tournament Friday in Tolono. GO VIKINGS!
Students fundraising for the NYC trip will be hosting a dinner on March 19th during Science Night at TVMS! Order forms were sent out via school messenger and can be picked up in the office. Order your spaghetti dinner or gondola meal before Friday! Thank you for the support!
Congratulations to the 7th grade volleyball team on their 3rd place finish at the IESA State Volleyball Tournament. GO VIKINGS!
The Tri-Valley Scholastic Bowl team is headed to IHSA STATE! The Vikings claimed a Sectional Championship today with wins over Fisher, War-Latham, & Decatur St. Teresa. State matches will be Friday at the Peoria Civic Center. Congrats to Coach Corn & the entire team! #viking4life
Tri-valley was visited by senior nursing students from Mennonite College of Nursing at ISU and they taught our anatomy students how to take peoples pulse and blood pressure.
Good luck to 6th grade wrestler Brady Mouser and the 7th grade volleyball team as they head to their respective IESA state tournaments today. GO VIKINGS!
18th annual Viking Night is on Friday, May 3 at Lakeside Country Club to support TV Athletics.Tickets are $100 per entry (up to 4 people, age 21 and over). Purchase by March 12 to be entered into an early bird drawing for $200. https://trivalley.revtrak.net/viking-night/#/list
There will be a fan bus for 7th & 8th grade students to the 8th grade volleyball sectional game Monday at Macon Meridian High School. The bus will leave at 5:00 pm and return at approximately 8:30 pm. Students will need $1 for the bus, $2 for admission, and money for concessions if desired. Students may sign up in the middle school office through the start of school Monday morning. GO VIKINGS!
Regional Champs! 8th grade volleyball defeated Williamsville Wednesday night in Riverton to advance to the IESA Sectional at Macon Meridian Monday night. GO VIKINGS!
TVMS will have a fan bus to the IESA State 7 3A Volleyball Tournament. 7th & 8th grade students will travel to Decatur Lutheran High School on Friday, March 8th. The cost is $1. The bus will depart for Decatur at 4:30 p.m. for a 5:45 pm game. We plan to return to TVMS at approximately 8:30 pm. Deadline to sign-up is Friday March 8th by the start of school. Students should bring $1 for the bus, $2 for admission to the game, and money for concessions. GO VIKINGS!
Should the volleyball team win Friday night there will be a second fan bus departing at 9:30 am for Decatur on Saturday. If Tri-Valley wins Friday night, they are guaranteed 2 games on Saturday. Students will need to bring $1 for the bus, $3 for admission to the tournament, and money for lunch and snacks. If time allows the fan bus will go to Dairy Queen between games, if not we will stay on site and have concessions for lunch. Return time will be based what time the volleyball team plays in the afternoon session. We would return at 6:00 pm at the latest.
Students must sign up for both fan buses separately and prior to the start of school Friday in the middle school office. Money for the bus and admissions will be collected prior to boarding the bus. If there are still seats available after Wednesday, 6th graders will be allowed to sign up beginning Thursday morning before school on a first come, first served basis. There are 50 spots available. GO VIKINGS!
The TVHS NHS worked at Midwest Food Bank on Saturday. What a great experience! The kids worked hard!
Lady Viking Volleyball is headed to state! Congratulations to 7th grade volleyball on winning the IESA sectional by defeating GCMS in 2 sets Monday night in Mackinaw. The girls will now play in the IESA State Tournament Friday At 5:45 pm at Decatur Lutheran High School. GO VIKINGS!
The Annual Tri-Valley School Carnival and Silent Auction was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who volunteered his or her time and attended the carnival. We truly appreciate your dedication to Tri-Valley schools and students. A special thanks to Julia Carter, Nicole Davis, Jessica Jacob, and Mel Pilchard for planning such a great event!
6th grade wrestler Brady Mouser has placed 2nd in the IESA Sectional Tournament and will advance the State Meet next Week. Brady’s record stands at 27-5 on the season. Congratulations Brady and good luck!
Students from our Renaissance group Went to Lakeland College on Thursday to hear Mike Smith speak. They even got to chat with him afterwards!
Staff and students are getting hands on with the proposed interactive touch boards that will replace the existing projectors in the classrooms. These boards have so many features that will push us forward in being on the cutting edge of technology.We will rotate them around so every teacher and students have time to try them out.
PTO Carnival is this Saturday, March 2. Come out and play for $10/family if purchased via the webstore (https://trivalley.revtrak.net/) by Friday at 12:00P. After tomorrow, entry tickets can be purchased at the door for $15. Great games, raffle prizes and a silent auction!
Congratulations to the 7th grade volleyball team on winning the IRSA 7 3A Regional Championship. GO VIKINGS!
Congratulations to TVHS senior Andrew Guimond on being named Honorable Mention for the 2019 IHSA All-State Academic Team! There are over 800 IHSA member schools who can each nominate two students. Only 50 students received this designation. Congrats Drew! #vikingstv3
The TVHS Relay for Life team is hosting a fundraiser at Chipotle this Saturday, March 2nd from 4-8. They will receive 50 percent if their group is mentioned at checkout. No flyer needed. This is a HUGE percentage! Please support our team and spread the word! Thank you!
JWave and the Blue Ribbon Belly Floppers took to waters of Miller Park this Saturday to raise over $10,000 for Special Olympics. The Floppers were led by captain, Glenda Walsh, Olympians-Jacob Cross and Brady Sutton with their coach and included thirty middle schoolers (and four teachers)! The water was cold and the energy was high. We couldn’t be prouder of our Viking families for their giving and brave spirits.
The TVHS Relay for Life teams kicked off fundraising at HyVee on Saturday. They raised almost $500 in 4 hours!! Thank you to everyone who donated! These kids worked hard!
Congratulations to 8th grade volleyball on winning the SVC Tournament. GO VIKINGS!
Congratulations to our MS wrestlers on their 2019 IESA Regional Championship!
I had a wonderful lunch date with all of our elementary leaders.
Congratulations to Sydney Nelson for being named February Student of the Month! Sydney Nelson was nominated by three different teachers, Mrs. Ward, Mrs. Myers, and Sra, for her volunteer work and kindness.The rest of the nominees were: Makenna O’Rourke, Anna Novinska, Kaden Howard, Katie Traugott, James Bierman, George Isaacs, Noah Anderson, Morgan Hauptman, Madi Streenz, Cece Kraft, Izzy Mata, Alexandria Jones, Riley Waugh, Nate Backer, Shauna Streitmatter, and Tommy Manning. Congratulations to Sydney Nelson our February Student of the Month! And once again, congrats to all the nominees!
Come out and support the Vikings as they take on Macon Meridian in the 1st round of the regionals.
7 pm @ Olympia.
Congratulations to 7th grade volleyball on winning the Sangamon Valley Conference Tournament Saturday in Mansfield. GO VIKINGS!
During P.E. this week, the elementary students learned all about how to keep our hearts healthy and strong through exercise and eating healthy foods. They kept their hearts strong by going through the giant heart course!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Congrats to Carson Schaefer on advancing to the IHSA State Wrestling Finals! Carson is a senior on the LeRoy-Tri-Valley wrestling co-op and one of four Panthers advancing to state. Carson took 3rd place at Sectionals and has a record of 34-8 at 145lbs. State finals begin Thursday at the State Farm Center in Champaign. Good luck at State Carson!
Tri-Valley Elementary students attended a heart health assembly today. Dr Mark Knepp who is a pediatric cardiologist visited our school to teach the students about heart health.
Thank you Mrs. Myers and the high school students for creating a magical Father/Daughter dance for the elementary students. Special memories were certainly created tonight!
Varsity boys basketball with another home game today at 1:00pm. The LAST home game of the season! Go Vikings!
Thank you to Mayor Mike James for visiting our 2nd Graders today! We had a great time learning about how local government works!
Good Luck at Sectionals!!
Game Day!!
Come out and support these Seniors tonight as the boys take on EPG!!
TVMS is looking for a full-time school secretary starting in August of the 2019-2020 school year. Email Mrs. Maxedon to apply, ask questions, or inquire about further information at bmaxedon@tri-valley3.org. More info can be found on our Facebook page.
Boys Basketball @ Home vs Roanoke-Benson
Boys Basketball @ Home vs Roanoke-Benson
Attention 8th graders! The high school fitness center is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:20-4:30 pm for any 8th grader that would like to learn strength training. GO VIKINGS!
Friday, May 3rd is Viking Night! Tickets are on sale now in the TV Webstore. (https://trivalley.revtrak.net/athletic-boosters-viking-night/#/list) The first Early Bird Drawing will be on March 15 for tickets purchased by March 12. Get yours today!
Honor Roll for the first semester has been posted on our school webpage (www.tri-valley3.org). Click on "For Parents" in the Menu tab. Congratulations to all of our honorees! Go Vikings!
The Tri-Valley Speech Team competed at Regionals Saturday at Olympia and had an amazing day. All 8 events made it to finals and placed! These include: Kaitlyn Jones, 7th place, Original Oratory; Christian Macy, 6th place, Radio Speaking; Ella Wargo, 5th place, Informative Speaking; Molly Klessig, 5th place, Humorous Interpretation; Jessica Dolan, 5th place, Dramatic Interpretation. Advancing to Sectionals next week at Glenwood-Chatham: Lauren Christopher, 4th place, Special Occasion Speaking; Annie Dew and Anna Masters, 4th place, Dramatic Duet Acting; Charlotte Watson, 3rd place, Extemporaneous Speaking. Great job to all and good luck to our sectional competitors next week.
Congratulations and thank you to the MS Cheer squad on an outstanding season of displaying school spirit and positively representing TVMS!
Come out tonight and watch Dumb and Dumber in the Commons! There will be a bake sale and drinks available for purchase. Show starts at 7!
The 8th grade boys basketball team came up short against Maroa Thursday night. The boys finished a fantastic season winning the Leroy Tournament, placing second in the SVC Tournament, and advancing to the IESA Regional semi-final. Congratulations gentlemen on a great season. GO VIKINGS!
Due to expected cold temperatures. Tri-Valley Schools will be closed on Wednesday 1/30/19 and Thursday 1/31/19. We will once again be deploying "digital days" with work being posted live by 9 am tomorrow on our site/menu/digital days. More info in e-mail sent and on Facebook.
There have been several cancellations/reschedules/time changes to our MS and HS athletic events for January 29-31. Please click on Menu/Athletics to go the 8 to 18 website to view these changes.
Tuesday’s MS wrestling meet will now be at 4:30 pm vs Clinton at TVMS.
The 8th grade boys basketball regional game has been postponed to Thursday Jan. 31 in Maroa at 5:45 pm. GO VIKINGS!
Tonight’s wrestling match at Gibson City has been cancelled due to inclement weather.
The first ever bags tournament is complete! Hunter G and Cam M won 1st with Matthew K and Drew G 2nd and Bryce B and Nathan Larson 3rd. Looking forward to another one!
Just a reminder, teachers have until 9:00 am to update or change digital day assignments. It’s great people are starting early, but please check site after 9:00 am. www.tri-valley3.org menu/digital days
Due to forecasted inclement weather we have decided to cancel school for Friday January 25th. All of our teachers will have assignments posted by 9AM. We will have our first digital day, please check your email or under Menu/Digital Days on our website for your assignments
Please call TVES to sign up for a screening time and date if you have a student who will be enrolling in Kindergarten or the Little Viking School for the 2019-20 school year! Little Viking School screening will be February 25-26 and kindergarten screening will be February 27-28. Time slots are filling up FAST! The office phone number is 378-2031.
Come out and support the Varsity Boys Basketball as they take on LeRoy in the County Tournament. 6 pm tonight at LeRoy.
This bad weather can be tricky. How and why are decisions made the way they are? What about wind chill temperatures? A look inside the decision making can be found in the link below.
https://www.tv3unit.com/single-post/2014/11/11/Baby-its-cold-outsidewill-we-have-a-snow-day
Tri-Valley CUSD #3 will dismiss students on our normal schedule today. There will be NO CHANGES to our dismissal times for students. Changes (if any) that may arise for after school activities due to weather will be announced later today.
Afternoon Pre-K, ECE, 3 Day Little Viking Care, and Bloomington Area Career Center Classes (For Tri-Valley Students) are cancelled for today, January 23rd, 2019 due to concerns about weather conditions
MS Wrestling posted a big win Monday night taking down Bloomington Junior High 58-51
Spirit week starts on Monday the 28th! check out the signs around the school for dress of the day. The week will be kicked off with a bags tournament on Sunday, the 27th in the commons starting at one. Sign up with Sra. Go Vikings!
Tri-Valley is in session today. Please be patient with our busses this morning as we carefully navigate our country routes. Though roads are not perfect after the weekend, they are passable. Take it slow this morning!
Congratulations to the 8th grade boys basketball team on a runner-up finish in the SVC Tournament. GO VIKINGS!
There have already been multiple cancellations for our activities for Saturday, January 19. Please check the 8 to 18 website for details. All Tri-Valley Facilities will also be closed on Saturday for the weather.
The first round McLean County basketball tournament games scheduled for Saturday have been POSTPONED. All games have been moved to Monday, January 21, at El Paso-Gridley HS. Boys play at 11:30 am and Girls play at 2:30 pm. Good luck Vikings!
Good luck to the LeRoy/Tri-Valley wrestlers who will compete tomorrow in the 20-team Randy Bowman Invitational hosted at LeRoy HS. As of right now the tournament is still on as scheduled. We will keep you updated here should there be any changes.
Viking boys basketball hits the road tonight for a HOIC matchup at Lexington. It will be a varsity-only contest that begins at 6:00 pm. Let's go Vikes!
Second Grade had a grand time celebrating the 100th Day of school today!
Congratulation to 7th grade boys basketball on their victory over Epiphany Thursday night and a 3rd place finish in the SVC Tournament. GO VIKINGS!
Tonight is Senior Night for our Lady Vikings basketball team. Please join us to recognize our seniors, Libbie Kussmann and Alaina Goff, and cheer on the team! Go Vikings!
Due to the winter weather advisory forecast this evening, Tri-Valley schools will be running a one hour late start on Thursday January 17th, 2019. Further information was sent via e-mail to all TV families. Have a great evening.
Tri-Valley FFA is hosting a blood drive on Fri, Jan 18 at the HS. The American Red Cross is currently facing an emergency and blood donations are severely needed. Sign up with this link https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=61736
After a snowy weekend, we WILL be in session Monday. Our roads are snow covered in many areas, but passable. Please be patient in the morning as our drivers take it slow! Special thanks to our maintenance crews for all the plowing and shoveling all over campus. See you tomorrow VIKINGS!!!
The girls did a great job at their wonderful halftime performance at tonight’s game! 91 K-3rd grade girls cheered the Vikings. Thanks to the high school cheerleaders for a fun night!
All events (Saturday & Sunday) at Tri-Valley schools and facilities have been cancelled due to the forecast for inclement weather. Tonight's home HS boys basketball game and its related events will still take place as scheduled. For more details on specific events go to http://il.8to18.com/TriValleyCUSD/.
The 7th grade boys basketball SVC game schedule for Saturday In Heyworth has been postponed to Monday at 6:45 pm. Tri-Valley gyms are closed on Saturday Jan. 12. There will be no practice. Stay warm!
Saturday’s MS Wrestling meet at Ottawa has been canceled due to weather.
Second grade students devoured historical fiction books during a book tasting in the library this week! They sampled 3 books during an appetizer, main course & dessert round. They left feeling full of knowledge! 😀
A special thank you to the TV Athletic Boosters for the new large format printer at the high school.
There’s still time to register for the trip of a lifetime! Sign up for the 2020 trip to Spain and Italy before the price increases! See Mr. McBride or Ms. Angus for details. Register at ACIS.com
Come out and support your Vikings as they take on Ridgeview! JV starts at 5:30pm with varsity to follow!
Painting 1 students acted as researchers today as they mixed, played, and experimented with color!
Please call TVES to sign up for a screening time and date if you have a student who will be enrolling into Kindergarten or the Little Viking School for the 2019-20 school year! Time slots are filling up FAST! The office phone number is 378-2031.
Golfing in January?! Yes please! Jeff Hunt, a golf pro from The Links, came in to introduce our elementary students to the fundamentals of golf! They are loving it and have been great listeners! Thank you, Jeff!
Congratulations to Tri-Valley HS Speech team members Jessica Dolan (DI) and Lauren Christopher (SOS) for each placing 3rd in JV at the Heyworth Speech Tournament!
Congratulations to the middle school wrestlers on their fourth place finish at the Olympia Invitational!
Here is an update on our Viking Vision renovation project at the high school. This video will actually virtually walk you through the remodeled Tri-Valley High School! Please check it out and share it as well!
https://youtu.be/X9dFX6pISOo
Happy New Year Viking Nation! GO VIKINGS!
Merry Christmas Viking Nation! GO VIKINGS! #vikingstv3
Little Vikings School Christmas Program
Some of our littlest Vikings got into the holiday spirit by using magna-tiles to build Christmas trees in the library! 🎄
Merry Christmas from TVES!
Had a great time eating lunch on Friday with all of our Viking Leaders!
Our littlest Vikings are on Santa’s nice list, so Santa and Mrs. Claus made a special trip to the elementary school to visit them!
Wow! Once again, the Kindergarten and 2nd grade students had an amazing performance tonight at the Christmas concert. Thank you Mr. Powers, teachers, and families for always supporting our children.
Today in Mr. Benter's wild world of science the AP Physics C class experienced the power of angular force. #vikingstv3
We are so proud of our Illinois State Scholars!!! Congratulations to these amazing students. You make all of us proud. #vikingstv3
The HS Boys Basketball team will be playing in the State Farm Classic starting on December 26. See bracket for additional details.
It’s a jolly good time in the TVES Santa Shop this week! Thank you to all of the volunteers who help make it a special experience for our students!🎁
Our teachers from all three buildings have spent time over the last few months discussing our curriculum, instruction, grading practices, and assessment. Great conversations are taking place! The dedication by our staff is remarkable. #vikingstv3
Parents, please check your e-mail to learn about Tri-Valley's new approach to snow days! "Digital Learning Days" will debut at Tri-Valley this year if weather turns ugly! Full blog post is here https://bit.ly/2zIYTNU
Congratulations to Tri-Valley Alum Ryleigh Warfel on being named 1st team NJCAA All-American! See it HERE: https://tinyurl.com/Warfel2018
TVES students joined Mrs. Mouser at A Little Bit of This and A Little Bit of That for an evening of stories, cookies & painting. All proceeds benefit the PTO Kid to Kid program. A big thank you to Julie Scheffers for her time and generosity.
TVES students joined Mrs. Mouser at A Little Bit of This and A Little Bit of That for an evening of stories, cookies & painting. All proceeds benefit the PTO Kid to Kid program. A big thank you to Julie Scheffers for her time and generosity.
The TVHS NHS shopped on Sunday for kids in the kid to kid program. Thank you to everyone who supports the summer garage sale as that enables us to shop for presents for many children.
Biscuits and gravy will be sold by the Renaissance group Friday morning from 7:30-8:00! Come hungry!
Congratulations to TVHS senior Marissa Foley on being named Student of the Month! Marissa was nominated by Ms. Angus for going above and beyond this year as a SHIFT mentor. Congratulations as well to all the nominees: Maddie Hasse, Renee Garneau, Carson Schaefer, Caleb Stevenson, Isaac Vance, Bryce Bedillion, Brylee Folks, Sydney Nelson, and Kevin Soeldner. Thank you to the teachers who took the time to nominate!
5 students competed in 4 events Saturday Dec 1 at Bloomington High School for the Tri-Valley Speech Team. Christian Macy competed in Radio Speaking, Annie Dew and Anna Masters in Dramatic Duet, Molly Klessig in Humourous Interp and Charlotte Watson in Extemporaneous Speaking. Charlotte broke to finals placing 3rd for the day. Annie and Anna broke as well and placed 3rd! Congratulations to all our competitors today!! You all did amazing.
Such a fun day! The Independent Studio students spent the day exploring The Art Institute of Chicago! There is nothing cooler than seeing famous works of art in person!
Come cheer on the Lady Vikings as they take on Riverton at home today at 1pm!
Fourth grade is working hard getting ready for this year’s Wax Museum! Come enjoy the interactive exhibits on Monday, December 3rd from 1:30-2:30PM!
The deadline to get the $300 discount when you register your high school for the 2020 trip to Spain and Italy is December 1st! Contact Mark McBride or Rachel Angus for details or questions.
Nurse Goff is a guest reader in first grade library this week! She is reading the book, Bob, Not Bob, and talking about staying healthy by covering coughs & washing hands.
Due to inclement weather and visibility concerns in part of our district, Tri-Valley CUSD #3 will be running a 1 hour delayed schedule. All programs except our before school care will be delayed 1 hour. Busses will be taking it slow! Be patient! Stay safe..Go Vikings.
Happy Thanksgiving Viking Nation!
Our Little Vikings School turkeys enjoyed sharing favorite snacks at our Thanksgiving Feasts!
First home game for the boys' basketball team kicks off tonight at 5:30! Varsity to start after JV.
MS Volleyball will begin Wednesday Nov. 28 at 5:30 pm in the middle school gym. All athletes must be registered on 8to 18 and have a current physical on file in order to participate. Thank you & GO VIKINGS!
The First Graders have had a great couple of days celebrating Thanksgiving! We’ve learned how to make pumpkin pie and feasted with our families this morning! Happy Thanksgiving!
Viking Boys Basketball served this morning at the at the Midwest Food Bank. They handed out 450 Thanksgiving meals to area families. #vikingstv3
Congratulations to the 8th grade girls basketball team on their 3rd place finish in the SVC Tournament. GO VIKINGS!
Congratulations to the 7th grade girls basketball team on their runner up finish in the SVC Tournament. GO VIKINGS!
Any high schoolers interested in traveling to Spain and Italy in 2020 need to register before Dec. 1st in order to receive a $300 discount. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime experience! Register at ACIS.com (48506-mc bride) or see Mr. McBride or Ms. Angus for details.
Students from the TVHS Renaissance group talked to the 8th graders about the program today. This group promotes a positive culture in school.
A big thank you to Mrs. Myers and her Horticulture students for hosting our 2nd graders for an apple tasting lesson! This was a yummy connection to our Johnny Appleseed study!
Today is school board member day. We would like to thank our board of education for their commitment to our children and our community. Thank you for spending hours of your time to help our schools serve at the highest levels. You are appreciated!
A big thank you goes out to our maintenance crew and our bus drivers. We thank you for all you do to make sure our kids get to school safely and into buildings that are ready to go. Thank you!!!!
Huge thank you to the HS Renaissance Club for sharing their club goals, purposes and enlightening our 8th graders on how to make someone's day a little brighter.
While we can never repay the Veterans for their service, we hope they know how much we appreciate their willingness to serve our country. Thank you from the Students and Staff at Tri-valley!
The 3rd Grade music classes have been learning about our country and singing songs about our love for this great nation. The 3rd Grade performed the song for the elementary in observance of Veterans Day.
Tri-Valley Middle School is ready to welcome our Veterans for breakfast and an appreciation assembly!
Vikings look to pull out another victory tomorrow against St Teresa. Game kicks off at 2:30pm in Decatur. Good luck boys!
Tonight is debut of the Tri-Valley Theatre group's production of Hello Dolly! We have a super-talented cast who will be putting on an awesome show! Show times for this weekend are Friday at 7:30pm, Saturday at 8:00pm, and Sunday at 2:00pm. The doors at TVHS open 30 min before each show and tickets are $5/adults and $3 /students and seniors. See you there!
Wow! Tri-Valley students collected over 1500 items and $200 in cash to donate to the Downs Food Pantry to help families this holiday season. Thank you for the wonderful support!
Please help cover up the ugly tree with winter items. Personal care items are also being collected. Collection will last the entire month of November. All items collected will be given to families in need in our district. Contact Shari Riley with questions. sriley@tri-valley3.org
1st grade is having a ball this week making play-doh creations after reading the Monarch Award nominated book Claymates!
Come cheer on the Vikings football team as they take on Pana in the second round of IHSA playoffs!!
Come out to the PTO craft fair at TVMS from 10-2!
2nd Graders had a blast making pumpkin pie pudding this week! A big thank you to the McLean County Ag Extension Office for donating the supplies.
Jake Nalley a former graduate of Tri-Valley High School teamed up with Mrs. Myers Agriculture 120 Class to learn about the uses of aglae for biofuels, food, and supplements. Jake is currently the agronomist/phycologist at an algae biotech company in Texas, Qualitas Health. Mrs. Myers students have been working all week growing algae, measuring biomass, graphing data and learning about the future of algae in agriculture. Thanks Jake Nalley for touring the farm today through skype!
The Key club and NHS raised $804 for UNICEF! Thank you for your donations!
Don't forget to purchase your 2018-2019 High School Yearbook at its lowest price! Follow the link to start your order! http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
I believe the elementary students had a great day celebrating Halloween!
Happy Halloween from TVES 1st Graders
Our middle school kitchen staff is taking Halloween seriously!
Fifth graders have kicked off second nine weeks with a Reading Day and Literature Circles. The love of reading is going strong!
Thank you to Officer Greg Leipold for coming in to teach our first graders about laws!
Vikings football advances to the 2nd round of the IHSA 2A playoffs with a 14-7 victory over Nashville! The Vikings will play home next weekend.
Congratulations to TVHS senior Drew Guimond on qualifying for the IHSA Cross-Country State Finals! His time of 15:55 was 11th overall at Sectionals. The girls team also had a great day at Sectionals finishing 15th as a team!
The Kilmer benefit is Sunday from 3-7 at Dooley park. The flyer is attached.
Trunk or treat tonight in the high school parking lot from 5-7!
Watch the action tomorrow at 1:00 pm as the TV Vikings play the Nashville Hornets in round 1 of football playoffs. http://www.v1047.com/nashville-hornets/
I had so much fun today eating lunch with our TVES leaders! This month, we focused on Habit #2: Begin With the End in Mind. Great job to everyone for creating and achieving their goals.
Good luck to the Lady Vikings as they compete for their fourth Regional Championship in five years tonight against EPG!
Don't forget to send in your coats to the high school! The coat drive ends October 26th! We are also accepting hats, mittens/gloves and scarves. Thank you!
The Little Vikings and 2nd Grade students at TVES enjoy being Book Buddies each week! It is a wonderful opportunity to share great literature with a friend!
The TVMS 6th-8th grade band students showed off their amazing talents tonight.
Good luck to the Lady Vikings as they compete in their first game of Regionals!
Celebrate Tri-Valley football's 11th straight playoff appearance with apparel from Minerva. Orders Due by 8AM tomorrow, 10/23, delivery @ school Friday 10/26. https://www.minervapromotions.com/stores/schools/tri-valley-hs/tri-valley-h-s-football.html
Congratulations to Lady Viking Volleyball on their runner-up finish in the HOIC Tournament. GO VIKINGS!
Congratulations to Lexi Ferrell!! As the first freshman student to present the entire FFA Creed, she has earned herself an FFA jacket. She will receive her jacket when we return from National FFA Convention. Great Job Lexi!! 💙💛
There is a tailgate today at 5:00 for all high school students! Music, bags games and free food! After the game there will be a sock hop for TVHS students with free pizza! The dance ends at 10:30.
The Lady Vikings take on Dee-Mack in the first Semifinal game of the HOIC Tournament tonight at 6:30pm. Catch the game in person or on YouTube.
JV Volleyball wins JV County Tournament! Congratulations on a great tournament and a bright future. GO VIKINGS!
Second Grade students at TVES have been working hard researching online and in books from the library to learn facts about a variety of animals. They have also sculpted miniature versions of their animals. Great work!
Good luck to the Lady Vikings Volleyball team as they take on the winner of Lexington/GCMS!
VIB will be live tonight if you can't make the trip to Dee-Mack HS!
Don't miss out on our lowest price of the year! Order your 2018-2019 Yearbook by following this link: http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
Don't trust the memories to memory alone!
Do you love a good adventure? Consider the 2020 Spring Break Trip to Spain and Italy! Students will get the opportunity to explore their world in this once in a lifetime opportunity. Register at ACIS.com (trip ID 48506, Mc Bride) or see Mr. McBride or Ms. Angus for more information!
Spanish club had the first party of the year-a scavenger hunt!
TVHS key club and NHS will be trick or treating for UNICEF on October 21 from 1-3. Please consider making a donation when they come to your door!
The TVHS NHS will be collecting coats from Oct 15th-Oct 26th. Coats will be given to families in our district. You may drop off new or gently used coats and cold weather items in the high school office. Please contact Shari Riley sriley@tri-valley3.org with any questions.
Fire Safety was the focus this week for our elementary students. They practiced fire safety skills during our games and obstacle courses. Ask your students what they learned!
Today we recognized the Boys Golf Team who qualified for the IHSA State Finals this Friday and Saturday in Bloomington. On the season the varsity team had an amazing record of 47-1! Our boys golfers are back-to-back HOIC conference champions and are Regionals Champions this year as well. The team is led by Coach Bryan Corn and includes Camdyn Zook, Drew Guimond, Cooper Goble, Nathan Larson, Camdyn McFarland, Drew Rudsinski, Ryan Steiner, Matthew Barker, Josh Stewart, and Ben Hausehalter. Good luck at State! Here's the video: https://youtu.be/k0IOxD8lzFM.
Fitness Center Open House: We would like to welcome all Tri-Valley parents and community members to an Open House for our new Fitness Center on Thursday, October 11th, from 6:00-8:00pm. Our Fitness Center is part of Phase 1 of the Tri-Valley High School renovation project. Phase 2 is the remodeling of the academic wing and classrooms, and the addition of a auditorium and auxiliary gymnasium, which will begin in the spring of 2019. Sean McCormick, our Strength PE teacher, and Ben Derges, TVHS principal, will be in the Fitness Center to show guests around. This Open House coincides with Parent-Teacher Conferences and our final home high school volleyball game in hopes that you can stop in for a few minutes while you are here. We are very proud of the Fitness Center and can’t wait to show it off!
We're headed to State!! Congrats to the Viking Boys Golf team on placing 2nd at their 1A IHSA Sectional advancing them to the IHSA State Finals! Scores at the Danville Schlarman Sectional were: Barker 79, Zook 85, Stewart 87, Guimond 90, Steiner 93, and Rudsinski 106. Boys Golf Team State will be this Friday and Saturday at Prairie Vista GC in Bloomington
Congratulations to the Vikings Marching Band, the 2018 Class AAAA champions at the Metamora Redbird invitational! They also won Best Percussion and Best Winds (music) captions. It was a stand and play performance because of the weather. Great job Vikings!
Tri-Valley HS will host a Trunk or Treat on October 27th from 5-7pm in the high school parking lot. TVHS sophomores Ella Propersi and Windsor Roberts have created this event as their Innovation Project to benefit Wishbone Canine Rescue. There will be a contest for the best decorated car as well. If you would like to be in the trunk or treat please contact the HS office (378-2911).
Our chorus program is performing in front of a packed house! Of course we also have backstage shenanigans 😂
Have you had a great school year so far? Had a blast during Homecoming Week? Enjoyed the many sports our school has to offer? Relive the 2018-2019 school year by purchasing a yearbook! We pride ourselves in creating a one-of-a-kind, nationally award winning product that you can enjoy for years to come. All yearbook purchases can conveniently be done online! If you order before October 31st, you automatically get the early bird discount!
http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A01756500
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Angus at rangus@tri-valley3.org.
Alex Mortenson, a senior at TVHS, was recently named a Commended Student in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. Alex earned this recognition by scoring in the top 3% of the 1.6 million students who took the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Program (PSAT/NMSQT) qualifying exam in 2017. Congratuations Alex!
On Friday, I was able to eat lunch with some of our elementary leaders! It was a great way to end the week.
Don't forget if you can't make it to tonights game, the VIB has your covered! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_WyQuazDVkZRrtWRUrbQQ/featured
Good luck to the TVHS golf teams who are competing today at the HOIC Conference Meet! Go Vikings!
NO PARKING IN FIRE LANES:
This is a friendly reminder that there is no parking in our fire lanes. With youth practices, fine arts practices/events, and athletic events going on at the same time, We have to be able to get busses and emergency vehicles in and out quickly. Thanks
Lady Vikings volleyball faces off tonight at home versus Lexington, a 1A IHSA Sectional champion last year. The varsity looks to stay undefeated in the HOIC. Go Vikings!
There will be a parent meeting for 7th and 8th grade boys basketball Monday Oct. 1 at 6:00 pm in the middle school IMC. Try-outs, schedules, and expectations will be discussed. GO VIKINGS!
Another great performance by the TVHS Marching Band!
Great race, LTV Cross Country athletes!
Friday Night Lights tonight at LeRoy! Blackout for the Gold Rush. 🌑🌑
Come grab dinner and support children at St. Jude while catching the Lady Vikings and Lady Panthers in action on Sept 27. Meals include hamburgers, pork chops, ribeye sandwiches from Bitner's Meat Locker serving from 5:30-7:00 pm in the HS commons. See flyer for more details.
Lady Vikings volleyball will be home tonight for a non-conference matchup with Paxton-Buckley-Loda! Freshman start at 5 PM with JV and Varsity to follow.
MS Baseball defeated Heyworth 6-3 Saturday and will play Corpus Christi at 4:30 pm Monday at Shepard Park in Normal for the Regional Championship. GO VIKINGS!
Come join us for the Homecoming game tonight at Tri-Valley!
This pic is a winner! Homecoming craziness! Photo credit Tom Kretz
The parade starts on Lincoln St heading north, east on Garfield, south on Cleveland and the east on Washington into the HS parking lot. Hope to see you there!
The homecoming parade will start at Dooley Park @ 6:00PM (Thursday - Sept 13th.) Battle of the Bands immediately follows the parade in the HS commons. We will then have the pep rally in the gym at around 7:00.
MS softball ended their season today with a 3-2 loss to Heyworth in the IESA Regional Championship. Congratulations on a great season ladies! GO VIKINGS!
HS Volleyball won the consolation championship Saturday at the Mahomet Invite defeating Urbana, Olympia, Williamsville, and Mattoon. GO VIKINGS!
MS Softball IESA regional games at Tri-Valley Saturday Sept. 8 have been postponed to Monday.
Come to the football game! It’s beautiful out here. Go Vikings!
Congratulations to our middle school golfers on outstanding IESA Sectional performances. Advancing to the IESA State tournament are Nick Manning, Morgan Mouser, & Rylee Mosier. GO VIKINGS!
Saturday’s middle school baseball game has been canceled due to wet conditions
Even though it rained, our children had a great time during the Walk-a-Thon! A big thank you to PTO, Steve Shaffer, Courtney Brian, our teachers, and of course our countless volunteers for organizing a great day for our kids!
Rain or shine, Tri-Valley football's home opener is tonight! It is also Senior Night with senior players and parents introduced at 6:00 PM on the track. Go Vikings!
The volleyball team will be having a fundraising match vs. LeRoy to benefit the children of St. Jude. To kick off this fundraising effort, the girls will be selling t-shirts to promote the evening. T-shirts are $15 and orders are due September 17th. Order forms are available in the high school office or from Mrs. Ward or you may print them here. Thanks in advance for your support for the children of St. Jude! Look for more information to come about the events at the game on Sept. 27.
Lady Vikings volleyball is back in action tonight at home! Hawaiian theme tonight in the Gold Rush. See you there!
3 students from Illinois State University presented a concert to our 3rd graders on Sept 5. The “Super Hero” theme included songs from Star Wars, Superman and others. The group consisted of a violin, a viola, and a cello.
The JH Girls Softball game for tonight has been pushed back to 6:30PM.
The Vikings head to Minonk tonight to take on Fieldcrest. Kickoff at 7 PM. No VIB broadcast tonight so you will have to meet us there!
Want to watch the middle school cross country meet at 4:15? Here’s the link. https://www.youtube.com/user/PontiacCCSD429
Today's (Aug 29th) MS Baseball game at Olympia has been cancelled due to wet conditions. There will be no practice.
Our phone systems are back up and running. Again we apologize for the inconvenience.
We still are experiencing issues with some of our phones. Frontier is on site this morning and will complete the repair. We apologize for the inconvenience and ask that all absences be reported via email to building secretaries. We hope to have our land lines are back up soon.
Frontier is currently working on repairing our phones lines until they get us back up and running we please ask you to contact the building secretaries via e-mail for any issues you may have. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to get everything back up and running shortly.
A great article about one of our Seniors, Mr. Cam Martin. https://www.pantagraph.com/sports/high-school/football/basic-training-to-friday-night-lights-for-tri-valley-s/article_a994e5f4-e79d-5e81-84ef-26e42013090c.html
The 7th and 8th grade students at TVMS gave their speeches for Student Council Officer positions today. We couldn’t be more proud of all of the candidates for running great campaigns. Good luck to everyone.
Varsity football kicks off Friday night at Decatur St. Teresa. Go Vikings!
Homecoming week kicks off on Sunday, September 9th! The high school students will have a wide variety of activities happening throughout the week. The event that impacts elementary students, middle school students and the entire community is the Homecoming parade and pep rally on Thursday, September 13th. The parade will start from Dooley Park and head north on Lincoln. Groups interested in participating in the parade may contact Shari Riley at sriley@tri-valley3.org. Line-up for the parade will start at 5:30 and the parade will commence at 6:00. Entries for the parade will line up in Dooley Park (lining up double wide) or on Lincoln St. heading north. The parade will end in the front middle school parking lot. We are asking, that for the safety of all involved, ALL parade entries wait until they reach the front MS parking lot to unload or disperse. This is not only for the safety of our participants but also to help with traffic congestion. We are also asking to please only park in the unit office, high school or middle school (not the front) parking lots. Please no parking on the sides of the roads at the high school, baseball field or leading to the middle school. Floats and other parade entries will need to be able to get through those narrow roads.
Immediately following the parade is the Battle of the Bands held in the high school commons. We will end the evening with a pep rally in the high school gym.
Attention Parents of 2018 Graduates! Your student may not be at Tri-Valley any longer but their yearbook sure is! If you ordered a yearbook last year for your student, you may pick them up at anytime during the school day. Only former students or family members of students (mom, dad, brother, etc) may pick up the yearbooks. They will never be given to friends (even family friends). Please contact Rachel Angus (rangus@tri-valley3.org) with questions!
Phase 1 of Construction is complete! Viking seniors Matthew Kovich, Maggie Dew, and Caleb Stevenson are proud to show you around the new spaces at Tri-Valley High School. Here is a short video: https://youtu.be/z-MwRyqnvYY
It was an awesome first day at TVMS! We can’t wait to see what this year brings for all of our students. Go Vikings!
What a wonderful first day of school! We haven't had many tears from the children or parents...I would say that is a great start! Thank you to the community, parents, staff members and the sports teams for the support given to our youngest Vikings!
Day 1 at TVHS! The Connections Picnic in the afternoon was an awesome start to the year! All HS students are invited to the Sock Hop tonight all well. Admission is a pair of new socks to be donated to local shelters. Thank you Tri-Valley Renaissance team for the fun kick-off!
The fourth grade staff is excited to welcome their new students and parents tonight. Open house starts at 5:00 and will end at 6:30.
Our teachers are back for a new year!!! Our message.....
1) RELATIONSHIPS define success!
2) Focus on the CHILD in front of you!
3) We ARE what WE celebrate.
4) We ALL have the ability to CREATE a culture.
5) We have the POWER to make an IMPACT!
6) We are a FAMILY!
A rendering of the proposed view from the football field toward the new concessions, gym, and auditorium areas at Tri-Valley High School. The “Viking Vision” is becoming a reality! More information is coming....phase one is almost complete! New parking, fitness area, shop, agriculture, and art will be open next week.
If you have not completed online registration, please take time to get it completed today! School starts in only a week!! Directions can be found on our website www.tri-valley3.org
TVHS Marching Band! Way to go!
Check out our crew sporting new matching Donnie shirts! Donnie Givens and the maintenance staff have been working hard to get ready for opening day. Don't they look great?? #vikingstv3
If you haven't registered your child yet for this upcoming school year the deadline is quickly approaching. To start school you will need to complete the online registration. Thank you
