Nokomis CUSD #22

Congratulations to our Lady Redskins volleyball team, who finished with 2nd place in the Pawnee Tournament today, falling to Taylorville in 3 sets. Great job ladies! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBarTogether

Today, our 2026 Redskins Football season came to an end on the field at Carlyle in the first round of playoffs. And while I know this isn’t how our players or coaches wanted their season to end, I hope they know just how incredibly proud I am of them. As I shared with Coach Engelman and the players last week, this team has truly been the definition of resilience. This season wasn’t easy. Not even close. Every time it seemed like this team had faced enough challenges, another one came their way. But here’s what I hope our players understand… Not once did you stop. You kept showing up. You kept fighting. You kept believing in each other. With every hit this team took, you shifted, you adjusted, and you found a way to keep moving forward. And THAT says so much about who you are. I hope every player and every coach who was part of this 2026 Redskins Football team takes a moment to recognize what they accomplished this season. Not just the wins or the plays or the moments, or numbers on the scoreboard, but the strength it took to keep going when things weren’t going your way. As your principal, I get to see our students in so many different settings. And I can tell you that some of the proudest moments I have aren’t always when we win. Sometimes they’re when I watch our kids face something difficult, refuse to give up, and show the kind of character that will carry them far beyond our school walls. That’s what I saw in this team. Over and over again. I know today hurts. I know you wanted more. But I hope, when you look back on this season, you see what I see, a group of young men and a young lady and coaches who refused to let adversity define them. To Coach Engelman, our coaching staff, and every single player, thank you. Thank you for your heart, your fight, and for giving our community so many reasons to be proud. You may not have ended this season the way you hoped, but you have absolutely earned respect and admiration. And I hope you are as proud of yourselves as I am of you. Once a Redskin, Always a Redskin! — Mrs. Pacelli

We are excited to announce another round of Top Photographers! Each week brings more creativity and talent forward! Keep doing great things! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBarTogether

Congratulations to Leni Johnston for being selected as a FFA Reporter in the USA! On Friday of the 99th National FFA Convention and Expo, Leni took part in a tour of the exclusive behind scenes of the convention. She also saw views of the press box and learned more about the opportunities of FFA Reporter in the USA! 🔵🟡

Three Star Chapter! ⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Nokomis FFA Chapter was recognized on stage today at the 99th National FFA Convention and Expo as a three star chapter! This is the highest ranking at the national level, and less than 10% of the chapters from Illinois received this honor. Our chapter events like Wreaths Across America, the Anti Drug Presentation, and the Ag in the Classroom activities go towards our National Chapter Award application. Congratulations to all Nokomis FFA members for this award! 🔵🟡⭐️⭐️⭐️

On Monday, Mrs. DeWerff took a group of juniors and seniors interested in pursuing careers in education to Millikin University for the Tomorrow’s Teachers Conference! Students had the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities, hear from a panel of current education majors, and learn more about what it takes to become a future educator!

Come out and cheer on our team this Saturday at Carlyle as they play in the first round of IHSA Football Playoffs! Good Luck Redskins! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBarTogether

It's not too late to sign up!! The NHS Blood Drive is coming up on Friday November 6th. Any successful donors are eligible for a gift card, and all donations count toward NHS receiving a scholarship to award at the end of the year! Sign up here: https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/149269

The FFA officers put together another great 8th grade activity! For this month, the 8th graders participated in a “pumpkin pie in a bag” activity! Thank you to all the 8th graders that attended. It was another great turnout! 🔵🟡

📸 Congratulations to another round of TOP Photographers from Mr. Moreland’s photography class! Your creativity, attention to detail, and unique perspectives deserve to be celebrated. Keep capturing great things!

Thank you to the FFA members that volunteered their time on a Saturday to help plant new plants and redo some of the landscaping at Aumann Auctions.
We are happy to help and volunteer in the community! 🔵🟡

Help Us Honor Those Who Serve

Nokomis CUSD #22 would like to honor our veterans and active-duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces!

Please send a photo of yourself and/or your loved ones who have served or are currently serving, along with their name and military branch.

📧 darcipacelli@nokomis.k12.il.us
📅 Submit by Wednesday, November 4.

Thank you for helping us recognize these individuals and their service to our country! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingTheBarTogether

Parent-Teacher Conferences at Nokomis Junior/Senior High School

📅 Wednesday, October 28 & Thursday, October 29
⏰ 3–7 p.m. each evening

We look forward to connecting with families to celebrate student progress and discuss how we can work together to support a successful year!

📞 Please call the school office or contact Mrs. Pacelli to schedule your appointment.

Raising the Bar Together! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBarTogether

UPDATE: Tonight - Monday, October 19th's Volleyball Game will be @Palmyra. JV will start at 6pm followed by Varsity. We hope to see you there! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar

Mr. DeWerff’s Psychology classes visited Mrs. Cruthis's, Mrs. West’s, Mrs. Johnston’s, and Mrs Heldebrandt’s classes to observe how modeling, positive/negative reinforcement, and conditioning is used in their classrooms. A big thanks to our North elementary teachers for allowing us to observe. We love finding opportunities for both schools to work together. #NOKOPROUD #raisingthebartogether

We are excited to recognize the student leaders representing the Nokomis High School Class of 2027!

A special thank you to Mrs. Erica King, our Senior Class Sponsor, for her dedication, guidance, and support!

Congratulations to our Senior Class Officers! This is your year to lead, make memories, leave your mark, and set an example for those who follow!

Finish strong, Class of 2027! Keep Raising the Bar Together! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar

Congratulations to the Horse Judging team for placing 7th overall in Section 19! 🔵Dalton Yeske was 13th individual 🟡Camille Bertolino was 16th individual Also a special congratulations to the JV team for placing 1st overall in their division! 🔵Lane Herpstreith was 1st individual 🟡Raina Lidster was 8th individual 🔵Lola Scheifer was 12th individual 🟡Rainee Linn was 15th individual Congratulations to all team members! 🐴

We are proud of our NHS alumni who have answered the call to serve our country. We would love the opportunity to welcome you home, recognize your service, and show our students the incredible examples of courage, sacrifice, and dedication that have walked our very own halls. Please help us spread the word by sharing this invitation with NHS alumni who have served or are currently serving. We hope to see you there! #NOKOPROUD #raisingthebar

We are excited to recognize our Nokomis High School Junior Class Officers for the 2026–2027 school year!

A special thank you to Mr. Bryce Pavolka, our Junior Class Sponsor, for his guidance and support!

Congratulations to our class officers! We look forward to seeing your leadership, creativity, and the great things you will accomplish this year!

Keep Raising the Bar Together! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingTheBar