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Not be left out, here are a few pictures of the GYM addition taken from atop the current High School Gym.
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Our new STEAM addition is starting to take shape. Foundations are being poured and slab utilities will be starting soon. The pre-fabricated walls are about six weeks away. Here are some updated photos of the STEAM addition taken from the second story in the High School.
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Congratulations to Mary Doll for earning an honorable mention for her "pressure" photographs during the 2023 ArtconnectED virtual photography throwdown! Her work was one of only six award recipients out of the dozens of participants across the state of Illinois. Special thanks to all who took the time to support Mary and her impressive art by voting earlier this week.
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⚠️ 🚨 HS Boys Basketball Schedule update! 🚨 ⚠️
Friday Dec 15, 2023:
5:30 - JV Boys 🏀 vs. U-High
7:00 - Varsity Boys 🏀 vs. Calvary
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Monday's Freshmen Boys Basketball game @ LeRoy has been canceled. This game will not be rescheduled.
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Congratulations to Lexington Volleyball Senior, Makayla Ziegler, on her 2nd Team Heart of Illinois Conference recognition! #LexGoPurp!
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Congratulations to Avery Poppe, a sophomore at Lexington High School, on her Volleyball recognition this year:
- Heart of Illinois Conference - 1st Team
- Michio Chicago / Illprepvb Girls Honorable Mention All-State Team
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Join Our Lexington Family! Employment Opportunity
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December Lunch Menus
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Congratulations to the Minutemen, who came away Champions of the 51st Annual GCMS Thanksgiving Tournament after defeating Prairie Central 54-47.
Shout out to Ethan Storm and Griffin Hari who were named to the All Tournament Team!
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Congratulations to Coach Cheyenne Burns and the 7th Grade Girls basketball team on their regional championship over Epiphany! The girls advance to the Sectional on Wednesday Nov. 29 at Pontiac St. Mary's vs. Champaign St. Matthew @ 6:30 pm.
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If you have been around our school the past few weeks, you may have noticed our staff dressed more comfortably and casual than usual. For the past six years, Lexington staff have participated in a fun and worthwhile event we have nicknamed "NO dress up VEMBER." For the month of November, our staff can choose to dress more casual in return for consideration to make a charitable donation to local organizations. This year, we are happy to share that over $1200 was donated. These donations will be split between the Lexington Food Pantry to help provide our local families with holiday meals and the Adopt-A-Student program hosted by our own high school student council to help provide Christmas gifts to local families in need.
Over the past six years, Lexington staff have donated more than $8500 back to our community organizations.
We share this message with you today, not seeking recognition, but rather to share the belief that it takes a village to help raise our children. Every little bit helps and our local organizations are indicating a growing need in our community. If you feel inclined, you can assist the Lexington Food Pantry by dropping off supplies or sending donations to 117 N. Vine, Lexington, IL 61753 or reaching out to one of the other dozen or more worthwhile charities in Lexington.
We wish everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving!
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On Monday, November 13th we celebrated World Kindness Day with a Kindness Club meeting including 57 students and 4 staff members. It is our goal to make every day a day to spread kindness!
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This morning, the administration was made aware of some recent social media posts made over the weekend regarding an individual making blanket claims about targeting LHS. Upon learning of these posts, LHS administration began working with the Lexington Police Department to assess the situation. Based upon assessments made by Lexington PD and our district, we believe that there is no credible threat or concern for student safety.
We take all threats and concerns seriously; as such, we work with law enforcement to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Unfortunately, there has been an uptick in “fake” or prank posts called “swatting” in the past weeks and months which has become an issue for a number of schools in our area as well as for many schools across the country. If you have any information or knowledge regarding these social media posts, please reach out to the Lexington Police Department at 309-365-3871.
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Please feel free to join us on Friday, Nov 10th for our Veteran's Day Assembly.
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Lexington Minutemen Alumni Basketball Game (RESCHEDULED)
The alumni game originally scheduled for this Saturday (Nov. 11) has been rescheduled for Friday Dec. 22.
Please see the flyer for updated information!
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Last night was a tough loss for the Lady Minutemen in the Sectional Championship to a very good Cissna Park team; 16-25, 23-25. This team should hold their heads high as they ended the year on a high note. To celebrate their accomplishments, make sure you head over to the team store to purchase some gear: https://lex-go-minutemen-volleyball23.itemorder.com/shop/home/
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ON TO THE NEXT: Sectional Championship Game vs. Cissna Park!
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 @ 6:00 PM
Woodland High School
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Congratulations to Coach Aho and the Varsity Volleyball team on their Regional Championship victory last week! The Lady Minutemen have advanced to the Sectional Tournament which will be played tonight vs. the Marquette Crusaders!
Date: Monday October 30
Time: 6:00 PM (doors open at 4:45)
Location: Woodland High School (5800 E. 3000 N. Road, STREATOR, IL, 61364)
Admission:
$6.00 through Go Fan (https://gofan.co/event/1160360?schoolId=IL15730)
$7.00 in person (cash) for everyone as per IHSA.
We hope to see you at Woodland tonight as they take on the Crusaders from Marquette Academy.
#LexGoPurp!
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November Lunch Menus
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