Each year the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) releases the annual Illinois Report Card in October at www.illinoisreportcard.com. The Report Card shows how well our school is progressing on a wide range of educational goals. As you know, our students’ academic growth slowed considerably during the pandemic, in line with nationwide trends. Our teachers, administrators, and staff, in partnership with you, are continuing to focus on improving our school and teaching practices to meet all student needs.
One component of the School Report Card is the annual summative designation – a descriptor of how well our school is meeting the needs of all students. This designation is federally required and is based on eight indicators of academic performance. Our designation of Targeted means that overall our school is performing well, but we have room to improve in how we serve one or more individual student groups.
At HSGS/JH, it is important to us that all our students succeed. The Targeted designation means that we will receive a federal grant and participate in a school improvement process that began with the 2023-2024 school year with conducting a needs assessment, developing a school improvement team, and creating a school improvement plan. We have been implementing this plan throughout the 2025-2026 school year.
Ultimately, this designation gives us the opportunity to reflect on our strengths and areas for growth and to further strengthen instruction and supports for our entire student community. We welcome this opportunity to dive into our data and to talk about additional improvements and investments we can make to support every student in reaching their fullest potential.
Our school is strongest when we all work together on behalf of our students, so we encourage you to give us your feedback. I invite you to take place in our Stakeholder Advisory Group. During the improvement process, the stakeholder advisory group provides an avenue for varied perspectives and concerns to be articulated and discussed to gain a fuller understanding of issues impacting the school and community. The group consists of representation from teachers, students, school leaders, parents, local businesses, and community members. The group will meet annually throughout the school improvement process.
The first meeting was held on May 6th, 2024. Our annual update meeting will take place on May 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the Grade School Cafeteria. Anyone is welcome to attend. We at HSGS/JH hold high expectations for all students and believe every student can meet our expectations with the right supports. Thank you for your continued partnership to ensure every child at HSGS/JH is thriving.
Angie Merboth, Principal
Henry-Senachwine Grade & Junior High School
201 Richard St
Henry, IL 61537
309-364-2531
One component of the School Report Card is the annual summative designation – a descriptor of how well our school is meeting the needs of all students. This designation is federally required and is based on eight indicators of academic performance. Our designation of Targeted means that overall our school is performing well, but we have room to improve in how we serve one or more individual student groups.
At HSGS/JH, it is important to us that all our students succeed. The Targeted designation means that we will receive a federal grant and participate in a school improvement process that began with the 2023-2024 school year with conducting a needs assessment, developing a school improvement team, and creating a school improvement plan. We have been implementing this plan throughout the 2025-2026 school year.
Ultimately, this designation gives us the opportunity to reflect on our strengths and areas for growth and to further strengthen instruction and supports for our entire student community. We welcome this opportunity to dive into our data and to talk about additional improvements and investments we can make to support every student in reaching their fullest potential.
Our school is strongest when we all work together on behalf of our students, so we encourage you to give us your feedback. I invite you to take place in our Stakeholder Advisory Group. During the improvement process, the stakeholder advisory group provides an avenue for varied perspectives and concerns to be articulated and discussed to gain a fuller understanding of issues impacting the school and community. The group consists of representation from teachers, students, school leaders, parents, local businesses, and community members. The group will meet annually throughout the school improvement process.
The first meeting was held on May 6th, 2024. Our annual update meeting will take place on May 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the Grade School Cafeteria. Anyone is welcome to attend. We at HSGS/JH hold high expectations for all students and believe every student can meet our expectations with the right supports. Thank you for your continued partnership to ensure every child at HSGS/JH is thriving.
Angie Merboth, Principal
Henry-Senachwine Grade & Junior High School
201 Richard St
Henry, IL 61537
309-364-2531
Congratulations to Mrs. Moberg! She had a surprise visit today from 25 News and was awarded the One Classroom At a Time Grant for $1000 to use for her classroom! She was nominated by Mrs. Lawson and selected as this year's recipient. She will be aired next Wednesday, April 29th at 5:00 PM with a repeat at 10:00 PM and Thursday morning. Congratulations!
If you have a child going into K, 2nd, 6th, 9th, or 12th grade for the 26-27 school year, they have health requirements that need to be met. Please click on the link below for details.
https://aptg.co/hLLdx5
https://aptg.co/hLLdx5
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Free Book-Gifting Program has been launched in Marshall County! Children birth-5 can be registered to receive FREE books that will be delivered monthly to their home. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is dedicated to inspiring a love for reading! Scan the attached QR code to get signed up today!
Graduation will be held on Thursday, May 14th at 7:00 PM at HSHS.
Each year, two students from the outgoing class at each school throughout the region are recognized through the Starved Rock Region’s Illinois Principals Association John Ourth Breakfast @ Streator High School. These students are voted on by the staff and exhibit what it is to be a Henry-Senachwine Grade & Jr. High School student based on outstanding citizenship and academic performance. Congratulations to the 2026 recipients Aubrey Lentz and Jordyn Rowe.
HSGS/JH has been recognized for the student growth on the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (state test 3rd-8th graders take) in the areas of Math and ELA!
Guidance for when a student should stay home from school.
Don't forget you can help our school raise money year round by reminding friends and family to shop online through SchoolStore. When you buy online through participating merchants, our school earns money. Go to schoolstore.com to participate.
Suicide Prevention
The Marshall County Sheriff's Office is proud to announce a new partnership with the Linked-Autism Safety Project, an innovative program designed to improve interactions between emergency responders and individuals in the autism and special needs communities. This voluntary registration program aims to collect vital information about individuals with autism and special needs to ensure that first responders can provide the best possible assistance during emergencies. Caregivers are invited to register their loved ones either online through the Sheriff's Department website using the attached link or by visiting the Sheriff's office in person to complete a paper form. A paper form will be accessible on the school website and will be sent home with all students. Please note these forms should be returned to the Marshall County Sheriff's Department, not the school. All information provided through the linked Program will be kept secure and confidential, accessible only to the Marshall County Sheriff's Deputies and emergency responders. Each registered family will receive a Family Emergency Planning Packet. This program is available at no cost to all Marshall County residents. For any question s or further information, please contact the Marshall County Sheriff's Office.
https://marshallcountyillinois.gov/linked-program/
Cold and flu season is upon us. Please take a few minutes to review the Illinois Department of Public Health's Guidelines For Keeping Students Home From School.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KHtk2pAkTFovusuHpb7m_vWFojkQvX7e/view?usp=drive_link
Due to health concerns and scheduling, treats and snacks for any occasion must be arranged in advance with the classroom teacher. All treats and snacks must be store bought and prepackaged in individual servings. No homemade treats or snacks are allowed at school. Treats and snacks may not require refrigeration and must have a clearly printed list of ingredients on the packaging.