The 65th Annual IWHS National Honor Society Induction, sponsored by the Onarga Lions Club, was held tonight. Six new members were inducted. Congrats to Madi, Ashton, Kaia, Trenton, Drew, and Kailey!
Lion Brian Pree opened the ceremony by leading the group in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Adviser Jillian King welcomed the guests. Historian, Gretchen Willms, shared the many ways the chapter has been of service to the community over the past year. The chapter’s officers spoke about the organization’s four pillars (scholarship, leadership, service, and character) during a candlelighting ceremony.
Superintendent Trent Eshleman was the guest speaker. He encouraged the students to live with resilience, develop strong relationships, and “own it!”
New members received their certificates from IWHS Principal Heather Giles.
The Onarga Lions provided refreshments for all guests and personalized sugar cookies for the NHS Members.

❤️ IW FCCLA November Meeting Highlights! ❤️ Our members met on Nov. 11th with 27 in attendance! We discussed upcoming Sections (Feb. 11 in Tinley Park) and State Conference (April 8–10 in Springfield). Members also packed 20 meal kits for the Food Pantry and IW students as their service project! We wrapped up the night with a fun Dodgeball Tournament with IW FFA! 🏐

Congrats to this week's Student Spotlight winner Wyatt Breen from Iroquois West High School! The Juvenile Justice Council is partnering with area junior and senior high schools to recognize one Iroquois County student each Wednesday for their exceptional attitude, character and citizenship.
Local businesses and agencies have stepped up to generously sponsor and donate prizes to show these students they are behind them and appreciate the positive difference they are making in the community.
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A shout out to Cheryl Lizio, owner of Iroquois Print & Sign Design for partnering with the IW Entrepreneurs for the embroidery of the school's logo on the wearable blanket!
Orders with payment must be RECEIVED by 3:30 this Friday, November 14. You may deliver your order to Mrs. Miller or one of the Entrepreneurs or place your order through the online store. You'll find the link to the store in the comments below!
The Entrepreneurs will continue to take orders for all other merchandise until November 21. Customer orders will be fulfilled according to the order in which they were placed.

Our Project Bridge high school students met for the first time this evening!
Project Bridge is a student-led program that connects general education and special education students through friendship, learning, and teamwork. The goal is to build relationships, foster inclusion and diversity, and promote growth and empathy across all grade levels.
We’re so proud of these students for taking the first step in building bridges between students, schools, and hearts. ❤️

Thank you, Veterans, for joining us at IWHS today to explain how you served and helping us to better understand and appreciate your contributions in maintaining our freedom!
At the assembly, the IWHS Students of the Month led the crowd in saying the Pledge of Allegiance and Abby Tindle powerfully sang the Star Spangled Banner. Rodger Bennett gave a moving speech about the value of a soldier/veteran and Hayden Carmichael recited Flanders Field. Mrs. Deb Talbert explained the meaning and symbolism associated with the folding of the American flag. Both the IWHS Chorus and Band evoked patriotism through their performances. The Auxiliary was also proudly in attendance.
Thanks to Mrs. Mary Kay Ballard for coordinating this special event and Mr. Zach Monk for creating the slideshow that featured photos of veterans related to the students and staff!

Since Yesterday was an E-Learning Day, UES and IWMS would like to re-invite you out to an assembly honoring our Veterans. This will take place on Friday, November 14th at 9:30am in the Middle School Gym. All are welcome, invite a Veteran! See you there!