Check out this state of Illinois link to assist those who may be in need of food assistance for children this summer. https://summerfeedingillinois.org/
After a DOMINATING performance at the IHSA 1A State Track & Field Tournament,
Dominic Martin is a finalist for the News-Gazette Athlete of the Week. Voting ends at noon this Thursday.
https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/prep-sports/
Unfortunately there was not a fire truck escort this evening due to the department being called out to a fire prior to the team arriving back in town.
We want to thank our first responders for all that they do and hope they stay safe this evening! Our thoughts are also with those involved in the call.
Update: they will arrive closer to 8:15-8:20. Hey Lexington!! We've got a 2x individual state champion & an overall 3rd place team champion in Boys Track & Field coming back into town tonight!! Greet them on Main Street around 8:15 pm!!
Ridgeview-Lexington Boys Track had a successful "preliminary day" and will be sending a long list of competitors to the finals tomorrow:
Dominic Martin dominated his individual events and qualified in all four, coming in 1st in 3 out of 4 events (long jump, 110 hurdles & 300 hurdles). He also advanced in the 200 meter.
Zane Hoffman qualified in the 100 meter dash.
The 4x100 relay (Zane Hoffman, Eric Payne, Owen Grice, Braydon Campbell) qualified with a time of 42.76.
The 4x200 relay (Zane Hoffman, Colton Snyder, Eric Payne, Braydon Campbell) qualified by winning their heat with a time of 1:30.29.
The 4x400 relay (Zane Hoffman, Micah Coffman, Payton Campbell, Braydon Campbell) qualified by winning their heat with a time of 3:28.44.
Overall it was an incredible day for the Mustangs! Looking forward to Saturday! Let’s Go Mustangs!! 🔵🟣🏃🏻🥇🏆
Summer break may be in full swing, but our students kicked off some extra outside play time last week during our Field Day at Keller Park. We hope they continue to get outdoors and enjoy the fresh air all summer!
Congratulations to our 34 eighth grade students who were promoted to Lexington High School last evening. We can't wait to complete your journey with you over the next 4 years. The Class of 2028 is moving on up!
Attention 8th grade families! Tonight, May 20th is an exciting night for our current 8th graders in their exciting transition from junior high to high school. We ask that all 8th grader's arrive to the school by 5:40 and our promotion celebration will begin at 6:00. Doors will open at 5:00.
Congratulations to the Class of 2028!
Congratulations Class of 2024-You are well on your way and may you always show off your purple pride! Thank you to Ms. Angel Baker for the wonderful picture.
"Another turning point, a fork stuck in the road
Time grabs you by the wrist, directs you where to go
So make the best of this test, and don't ask why
It's not a question, but a lesson learned in time
It's something unpredictable
But in the end, it's right
We hope you had the time of your life" --Green Day
We welcome family, friends, and the Lexington Community to celebrate the Class of 2024 with our Graduation ceremony this Sunday at 3:00 P.M. in the High School Gym.
Additionally, all are welcome to celebrate the Class of 2028 with our 8th Grade Promotion on Monday evening at 6:00 P.M. in the High School Gym.
Junior High Track & Field ended their season last weekend on a HIGH note in a BIG way: Overall, our 7th Grade Boys placed 4th in Class 1A as a team. We also had the following individuals & relays place: Tyson Hari - 1st place long jump (State Champion!) Colton Thomas -4th place hurdles 7th grade boys 4x200m Relay- 1st Place (Tyson Hari, Colton Thomas, Caleb McClusky, Keegen Cross) - (State Champions!) 7th grade boys 4x400m Relay- 4th place (Keegen Cross, Colton Thomas, Holden Ketelsen, Caleb McClusky) 7th grade girls 4x200 Relay-5th place (Ceci Deters, Avery Weber, Jaelyn Melton, Makayla Tyner) Addy Donahue- 8th place 400m Austin Hardman-4th place high jump 8th grade boys 4x200m relay 6th place (Logan Luehmann, Isaac Myers, Jaxson Hardman, Austin Hardman) 8th grade boys 4x400m relay (Isaac Myers, Jaxson Hardman, Austin Hardman, Kohl Thomas)
Shoutout to Meredith Grunloh who was the lone Ridgeview-Lexington state qualifier for IHSA Girls Track in the High Jump back to back years!
Unfortunately she did not advance to Saturday but we are super proud of her and her hard work!
IHSA Postseason play gets underway today for Baseball & Softball:
Baseball plays vs. Ridgeview @ Colfax
Softball plays vs. Prairie Central @ Seneca
First pitch is at 4:30 for both teams. Good luck Minutemen!
"Key Club has awarded its first grant to support our teachers. Teachers were able to apply for grant funds to support their classroom. We are proud to say, Amanda Carter, Lexington Elementary School teacher, was awarded $500 to support her students. Way to Go"
Shoutout to these 4 student-athletes who will be continuing their athletic careers at the next level!
Griffin Hari (Basketball - Olivet)
Cal Thomas (Cheer - Ohio State)
Michael Olson (Basketball - Eureka College)
Dominic Martin (Track & Field - SIU)
Would you like a piece of Minutemen memorabilia? Please take a look at the pictures below. As a a part of our locker room renovations, we salvaged the benches from the boys' and girls' locker rooms. We grabbed the benches that our district can reuse in the future leaving the following to be deemed "surplus property." Each bench is for sale for $20, no matter the size. Here is the following sizes that we have available at first come, first serve:
UPDATE: We have one 10 foot long bench with beige legs remaining.
Unable to attend tonight's "Fine Art Festival" in person? Please use the following links to watch online beginning at 5:30 PM:
Gym 1 - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/lexington-high-school-lexington-il/evtd3b4314e33
Gym 2 - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/lexington-high-school-lexington-il/evt0f63b619a0
LHS Spring Final's Schedule
Jaxson Goodrich is up for Daily Leader Athlete of the Week. Click here to vote: https://www.pontiacdailyleader.com/story/sports/2024/05/07/voting-is-open-for-april-29-may-4-daily-leader-athlete-of-the-week/73599060007/
Congratulations to Coach Doug Yoder & Coach Rob Haslett on their IBCA "Coach of the Year" recognition this past weekend at the IBCA Banquet.
Coach Haslett was even treated to a surprise donut / breakfast celebration with the 7th Grade team as he arrived to work one morning!
