1 hour delay start on Monday, April 27th.
Farmington Central CUSD #265 is seeking qualified candidates for an anticipated Freshman Girls Volleyball Coach position for the upcoming season.
The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing, developing, and implementing a competitive and educational volleyball program that aligns with the values and expectations of the district. This position plays a key role in fostering skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive athletic experience for student-athletes.
Responsibilities include:
• Instructing student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and rules of volleyball
• Promoting good sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork
• Collaborating with the varsity and junior varsity coaching staff to ensure program continuity
• Supervising student-athletes during practices and competitions
• Ensuring compliance with all school, conference, and Illinois High School Association rules and regulations
• Communicating effectively with athletes, parents, and school personnel
Qualifications:
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in volleyball preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Valid teaching certificate or ability to obtain appropriate coaching certification (as required by IHSA)
Additional Information:
This is an anticipated position, contingent upon final approval and student participation numbers.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest to Jeff Otto, Activities Director, jotto@dist265.com
The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing, developing, and implementing a competitive and educational volleyball program that aligns with the values and expectations of the district. This position plays a key role in fostering skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive athletic experience for student-athletes.
Responsibilities include:
• Instructing student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and rules of volleyball
• Promoting good sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork
• Collaborating with the varsity and junior varsity coaching staff to ensure program continuity
• Supervising student-athletes during practices and competitions
• Ensuring compliance with all school, conference, and Illinois High School Association rules and regulations
• Communicating effectively with athletes, parents, and school personnel
Qualifications:
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in volleyball preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Valid teaching certificate or ability to obtain appropriate coaching certification (as required by IHSA)
Additional Information:
This is an anticipated position, contingent upon final approval and student participation numbers.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest to Jeff Otto, Activities Director, jotto@dist265.com
Congratulations to the JH and HS Science Olympiad teams for their accomplishments last weekend at the State Competition held at the University of Illinois! The JH team placed 9th and the HS team placed 20th. More information to come regarding the individual results!
A big congratulations goes out to the FCJHS Scholastic Bowl Team for winning the Fulton County Tournament last night in Canton! Way to go Farmers!!! We are so proud of this group!
Fantastic day for the GMB Arts in Education! The 7/8 Band, the High School Band, the Jr. High Chorus, and the High School Chorus all preformed today at the Caterpillar Visitors Center. If you missed the performance today, you can check them out at the Chorus Spring Concert on Sunday May 3rd at 7:00 PM the Spring Band Concert on May 6th at 6:00 PM. Both concerts will be in the High School Auditorium.
VOTE FOR THE FARMERS!
The Farmington baseball team has been nominated for the FM 95 Hometown Heroes of the Week award! This is a community voted award, with the winning team for the week advancing for a chance to win $1,000 for their high school's athletic department when we wrap up the season.
The voting is underway now at https://www.fm95online.com/hometown-heroes/
Fans can vote once per day online through Wednesday (4/22) night.
The team with the most votes submitted will be announced Thursday (4/23) morning as our weekly winner.
The Farmington baseball team has been nominated for the FM 95 Hometown Heroes of the Week award! This is a community voted award, with the winning team for the week advancing for a chance to win $1,000 for their high school's athletic department when we wrap up the season.
The voting is underway now at https://www.fm95online.com/hometown-heroes/
Fans can vote once per day online through Wednesday (4/22) night.
The team with the most votes submitted will be announced Thursday (4/23) morning as our weekly winner.
The high school softball and baseball games scheduled for tomorrow morning, April 18th have been postponed. When a makeup date becomes available, we will pass that information on to you.
✨ CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FARMINGTON ARTISTS! ✨
We are beaming with pride as we celebrate the incredible achievements of our students at this year's Prairie Land Conference Art Festival. It is a joy to see such dedication and creativity recognized at the conference level!
Please join us in honoring these two outstanding individuals for their award-winning work:
🏆 Kaden Graves
Award: Best of Show
Kaden’s piece was selected as the top work in the entire festival—a truly prestigious achievement!
🥈 Rebecca Kirk
Award: 2nd Place – Ink Drawing
Rebecca’s skill and detail in the ink category earned her a well-deserved spot on the podium!
Seeing our students express themselves with such talent and technique is what being a Farmer is all about. We are so proud of the hours of practice and passion you both poured into your art.
We are beaming with pride as we celebrate the incredible achievements of our students at this year's Prairie Land Conference Art Festival. It is a joy to see such dedication and creativity recognized at the conference level!
Please join us in honoring these two outstanding individuals for their award-winning work:
🏆 Kaden Graves
Award: Best of Show
Kaden’s piece was selected as the top work in the entire festival—a truly prestigious achievement!
🥈 Rebecca Kirk
Award: 2nd Place – Ink Drawing
Rebecca’s skill and detail in the ink category earned her a well-deserved spot on the podium!
Seeing our students express themselves with such talent and technique is what being a Farmer is all about. We are so proud of the hours of practice and passion you both poured into your art.
Good luck to the Jr. High School Scholastic Bowl Team as they host Illini Bluffs in a match beginning at 4:00 PM.
The varsity baseball game scheduled with Canton for tomorrow, April 16, has been cancelled. The JV game will still take place at 4:30 PM.
A makeup date for our varsity baseball game with Peoria Christian has been added to the calendar. The game will be Saturday, April 25th at 10 AM.
The JV baseball game scheduled with Havana for Saturday, April 18, has been cancelled.
FCES has kicked off it's weekly Farmer Ticket Drawing! Throughout the month of April our Farmers are able to earn 🎟️ Farmer Tickets 🎟️ through "Synergizing" and being "Successful." Students who win the drawing are given a 🌟golden star🌟 they can turn in for a prize in Mr. Mathewson's office. #BuildingLeaders #BuildingReaders
Congratulations to Farmington Alum, Claire Hanlin, and her Lindenwood University Competition Cheer teammates. This past weekend, they competed at Daytona Beach in the NCA Collegiate Cheer & Dance Championships and placed 2nd in the Nation for Division 1 All Girl Intermediate Cheer!
The ABC countdown is officially underway at the high school!
We had an awesome start last week with some fun dress-up days....Adam Sandler Day and Beach Day brought the laughs, creativity, and great vibes to our halls! Don't forget to submit photos to Mrs. Murphy so we can highlight all the fun and memories being made!
As exciting as this final stretch is, we're not done yet. There is still work ahead, so stay focused and finish strong. Let's make these last weeks count, both in the classroom and in the memories we create together!
We had an awesome start last week with some fun dress-up days....Adam Sandler Day and Beach Day brought the laughs, creativity, and great vibes to our halls! Don't forget to submit photos to Mrs. Murphy so we can highlight all the fun and memories being made!
As exciting as this final stretch is, we're not done yet. There is still work ahead, so stay focused and finish strong. Let's make these last weeks count, both in the classroom and in the memories we create together!
SIP Early Out(12:18) on Friday, April 17th.
JV Softball parents! Please do not travel to Rushville tonight for a game! They just informed us that they do not have enough players to play tonight! We were unaware of this until our varsity arrived for their game. We apologize for the late notice!
Please see the attached flyer for HS Dance tryout information!
Good luck to the Jr. High School Scholastic Bowl Team. They have a HOME match tonight against Elmwood starting at 4:00 PM.
This week, we’re proud to celebrate National Assistant Principal Week and recognize the incredible impact of Mr. Hoffmann! 🎉
From the moment students arrive to the final bell of the day, Mr. Hoffmann is a steady, positive presence in our building. He builds strong relationships with students, supports our staff with care and consistency, and helps ensure our school runs smoothly every single day.
Whether he’s problem-solving, encouraging a student, or stepping in wherever needed, his leadership makes a difference in both big and small ways. Our school is a better place because of his dedication, heart, and commitment to our community.
Thank you, Mr. Hoffmann, for all you do for our students, staff, and families—we appreciate you this week and every week!
From the moment students arrive to the final bell of the day, Mr. Hoffmann is a steady, positive presence in our building. He builds strong relationships with students, supports our staff with care and consistency, and helps ensure our school runs smoothly every single day.
Whether he’s problem-solving, encouraging a student, or stepping in wherever needed, his leadership makes a difference in both big and small ways. Our school is a better place because of his dedication, heart, and commitment to our community.
Thank you, Mr. Hoffmann, for all you do for our students, staff, and families—we appreciate you this week and every week!
