Nokomis CUSD #22

Congratulations to Kinley Stolte on her 1500th Assist!

Students in Mr. Fesser's 8th Grade Ag Class spent some time in the greenhouse and enjoyed learning about propagating spider plants! Thank you to Clara Gipson for providing the plants!

At the Friday Oct 17th football game, National Honor Society will be taking donations for memorial ribbons to be hung on the side of the concession stand to remember those who have fought against cancer. Ribbons are $2, and can be ordered through the following link: https://forms.gle/Ec2c6tpF6We7AxnX8

Mr. Moreland's Digital Photography Class enjoyed a day out visiting Ramie Jayne's Photography Studio and an afternoon fall session at Bremers' Sanctuary. 📸

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! 🔵🟡

The Pink Game store has been reopened for ONE DAY ONLY! Orders will be taken through tonight at midnight, and then it will close so they can have our shirts here on time.

Shirts will be delivered to the school sometime next week, watch for a post for pickups!

https://nokomisdigpink2025.itemorder.com/

The 2026 NHS Yearbook store is OFFICIALLY OPEN! Go now to www.yearbookforever.com to reserve your memories at the lowest pricing for the year. (Starting price of $55 will increase monthly.)

The Horse Judging CDE is in the books! Horse judging is always a fun one every year. Good work from a lot of new and experienced team members🐴 Varsity did well overall and JV placed 2nd overall in their division! 🔵🟡

We were excited to take 11 FFA members to the FFA Greenhand Conference held 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.🔸🔹🟡🔵

The Lady Redskins will travel to Pawnee on Monday to play the Indians. They will be wearing pink to show their support for Mrs. Crowe. Please wear your pink to show your support!

Happy Custodian Appreciation Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible custodians of Nokomis CUSD #22 who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our schools safe, clean, and welcoming for all.

Your hard work, dedication, and care make a difference every single day — and we are so grateful for you!

Please join us in thanking our custodians for everything they do for our students, staff, and community.

#NOKOPROUD #CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou

Congratulations on those students who have been nominated for September CKH Students of the Month at North Elementary! Students who successfully demonstrate empathy may exhibit the following behaviors: notices students who are left out and brings them in, pays attention and responds when a classmate is sad or upset, shares with other students in need, is able to see other people's perspectives and not just their own. #NOKOPROUD

FAFSA is officially OPEN!
Seniors and families, it’s time to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to access grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans for college or trade school.

✅ Don’t wait—some aid is first come, first served!
✅ You’ll need your 2024 tax info for the 2026–2027 FAFSA.
✅ Apply now at studentaid.gov

We’re all smiles because Lunch Bunch is here! 🍎 Whether it’s games, conversations, special activities, or hanging out with Ms. McBride and Ms. Harrison, Lunch Bunch is all about creating a community and building connections while eating lunch! We can’t wait to see all of the continued smiles and friendships that Lunch Bunch brings! #NOKOPROUD

🖤💚 Last chance! 💚🖤
Nokomis Strong apparel store has been extended through Oct. 2—don’t miss it! Each purchase supports our mission to spread positivity, kindness, and mental wellness throughout our school and community.

🛒 Shop the online store here: https://nokomisstrongmentalhealth.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Congratulations to the Forestry team for placing 9th at the State Forestry CDE at SIU Carbondale! For their first time at the state level in Forestry, top ten is quite an accomplishment! Great job to this hardworking team!

Last week, Nokomis Strong shared popcorn with our high school students along with an important reminder: it’s okay to not be okay. In recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we’re continuing to spread the message that no one has to struggle alone.