Nokomis Fire Department came to Nokomis Junior/Senior High today for National Fire Prevention Week. The firemen share fire safety tips, had a some friendly competitions using a fire extinguisher for staff and students as well as talking to students about their Explorer program. Thank you for all you do for our community! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingTheBar










A shout out to two more NHS Redskins! Keep Doing Great Things Gentleman! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar




Congrats to the September students of the month at North! These friends were nominated by their teachers for showing EMPATHY in big ways throughout the month.
Angel Mount, Henley Wanger, Charlotte Roberts, Aiden Turner, Blakely Gross, Arya Florke, Layla Davis, Zoey Durbin, Charlee Pavolka, Ainsley Pinkston, Wesley Watkins, Leila Chairez!!! Not pictured: Adaleigh Wood, Natalie Fox, and Ellie Brooks.
Angel Mount, Henley Wanger, Charlotte Roberts, Aiden Turner, Blakely Gross, Arya Florke, Layla Davis, Zoey Durbin, Charlee Pavolka, Ainsley Pinkston, Wesley Watkins, Leila Chairez!!! Not pictured: Adaleigh Wood, Natalie Fox, and Ellie Brooks.

Nokomis Football Playoff store is open. Please note: the store closes this Monday the 12th. Also the proof has an error - the shirts will print with 1a not 2a.
https://nokomisfbplayoffs2026.itemorder.com/

Introducing two of our NHS Senior Volleyball Players! Congratulations Girls on your upcoming Senior Night! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingTheBar




Congratulations to the Soils Judging team for placing 4th overall in Section 19!
Braydon Cachera placed 11th overall.
Colt Bertolino placed 12th overall.
Congratulations also to the JV Soils team for placing 3rd overall in their division.
Colby Stewart placed 5th
Avry West placed 11th
Jaxon Kunz placed 12th
Garret Bauer placed 13th
Congratulations to all team members!
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Not pictured: Kalasandra Cook and Emma Quattlander
Braydon Cachera placed 11th overall.
Colt Bertolino placed 12th overall.
Congratulations also to the JV Soils team for placing 3rd overall in their division.
Colby Stewart placed 5th
Avry West placed 11th
Jaxon Kunz placed 12th
Garret Bauer placed 13th
Congratulations to all team members!
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Not pictured: Kalasandra Cook and Emma Quattlander

Nokomis Junior/Senior High students have done the math, debated their guesses, and waited with anticipation! Today was the day, the announcement has finally been made.....And the winner is....Alivia Sabol with the exact number of cheeseballs at 1099. Thank you to all students who joined in on the fun! And for your hint for the next round of fun for both staff and students in October, take a peek at the second photo. Stay Tuned! #NOKOPROUD #Raisingthebar


As Fall Sports draw to a close for NHS students, we will be highlighting these young men and women over the next few weeks. as they complete their final season whether on the golf course, football field, on the sidelines cheering, the volleyball court or the soccer field. #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar




Tomorrow night come out and cheer on your NHS Redksins and help us honor our Senior Football Players and Cheerleaders. Festivities will begin at 6:30 with kickoff at 7 pm. #NOKOPROUD #Raisingthebar

Needing help completing the FAFSA? LLCC-Taylorville is here to help! FAFSA assistance will be available on Wednesday, November 4, with 30-minute appointments available from 4:00–6:30 p.m.
📍 LLCC-Taylorville
⏰ 30-minute appointments from 4:00–6:30 p.m.
🚶 Walk-ins are also welcome!
Students can sign up for an appointment here:
https://www.llcc.edu/our-locations/taylorville
📍 LLCC-Taylorville
⏰ 30-minute appointments from 4:00–6:30 p.m.
🚶 Walk-ins are also welcome!
Students can sign up for an appointment here:
https://www.llcc.edu/our-locations/taylorville

It was a great night for these 12 FFA members! They attended the FFA Greenhand Conference at the University of Illinois! This conference allows young FFA members to meet other members from across the state, participate in leadership workshops, and reach another level as young leaders and FFA members. Thank you to the U of I ALEC Program for hosting a great event.
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⛳️ Congratulations to Our NHS Golfers! ⛳️
We would like to congratulate our four NHS golfers who competed as members of the Ramsey Co-op Golf Team on a great season!
🏌️ Halen Barnes
🏌️ Coda Barnes
🏌️ Luke Eisenbarth
🏌️ Landon Glenn
We are proud of the way you represented Nokomis High School both on and off the course. Congratulations on a great season, gentlemen!
Keep Raising the Bar and doing great things! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar
We would like to congratulate our four NHS golfers who competed as members of the Ramsey Co-op Golf Team on a great season!
🏌️ Halen Barnes
🏌️ Coda Barnes
🏌️ Luke Eisenbarth
🏌️ Landon Glenn
We are proud of the way you represented Nokomis High School both on and off the course. Congratulations on a great season, gentlemen!
Keep Raising the Bar and doing great things! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar





Miles of Smiles
Parents, please sign up your child today!
- No cost!
- Satisfies the dental requirement for school children.

On Saturday FFA members passed out snack packs to farmers in the field! We would like to thank all of the farmers during this busy time, and we wish everyone a happy and safe harvest! 🔵🟡










Here’s your chance to celebrate our amazing Nokomis Jr./Sr. High teachers and staff while honoring an educator who has made an impact on your life!
Sponsor our October Raising the Bar Staff Appreciation Cart in honor or memory of a teacher, coach, counselor, administrator, or other educator who helped shape who you are today. Their name and story will be shared as we treat our staff and remind them that the work they do matters.
Our October theme is “You Are AWESOME to the Core!” 🍎 featuring a Caramel Apple Cart!
Want to help us Raise the Bar Together and recognize someone who raised the bar for you? Reach out to Mrs. Pacelli for sponsorship details! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar
Sponsor our October Raising the Bar Staff Appreciation Cart in honor or memory of a teacher, coach, counselor, administrator, or other educator who helped shape who you are today. Their name and story will be shared as we treat our staff and remind them that the work they do matters.
Our October theme is “You Are AWESOME to the Core!” 🍎 featuring a Caramel Apple Cart!
Want to help us Raise the Bar Together and recognize someone who raised the bar for you? Reach out to Mrs. Pacelli for sponsorship details! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar

Interested in exploring career and technical education opportunities? The South Central Illinois Workforce Training & Innovation Center is hosting a Sophomore Open House on Monday, October 19!
Students and their families can tour the SCI Center, learn more about the programs offered, and explore different career pathways. SCI Sophomore Open House
⏰ Two sessions: 5–6 PM or 6–7 PM
📍 SCI Center – Litchfield
⚠️ RSVP is required, and space is limited to 100 students per session!
Students and their families can tour the SCI Center, learn more about the programs offered, and explore different career pathways. SCI Sophomore Open House
⏰ Two sessions: 5–6 PM or 6–7 PM
📍 SCI Center – Litchfield
⚠️ RSVP is required, and space is limited to 100 students per session!

Are you looking for a way to make a difference? We are looking for individuals to come be a part of Nokomis CUSD 22 and join our Substitute List! We are excepting Sub Applications in various areas. Stop in and apply!

A shout out to two of our NHS Seniors who were recognized by Lincolnwood Lancers Soccer for receiving the monster award during September.
Devin received the award for 2 consecutive games for always hustling to the ball and not giving up. Carter received the monster award at the hoco game for his relentless hustle. Great Job Gentleman! Keep doing great things! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar
Devin received the award for 2 consecutive games for always hustling to the ball and not giving up. Carter received the monster award at the hoco game for his relentless hustle. Great Job Gentleman! Keep doing great things! #NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar


Celebrating Empathy at Nokomis Junior/Senior High School!
Nokomis Junior/Senior High School is proud to recognize our September Staff & Students of the Month for Empathy!
Empathy means recognizing and understanding the feelings of others, and responding with care, compassion, and kindness. Students are nominated by staff, and staff are nominated by students, making this recognition even more meaningful.
Congratulations to all of our September honorees! Thank you for leading by example, caring for others, and continuing to Raise the Bar Together!
#NOKOPROUD #RaisingtheBar

Clues have been hidden around the high school all week, teasing this year’s spring musical! 🎭 Can you guess what it is?





