The SCHS Special Education students took a tour of the Kaskaskia College campus today and got to learn about what was offered at the school. They learned about the application process, majors, accommodations that are available to them, and where the classrooms are located.
SCMS 2nd quarter mid-term reports will be sent home with the students at the end of the day today.
Schedule change: Boys basketball on 12/2/25 vs Stew-Stras at home has been changed to 11/22/25 due to us hosting the 8th grade girls basketball regional the first week of December.
Parent FAFSA night has been RESCHEDULED for Wednesday, November 19 from 5:30pm - 7pm. Sorry for any inconvenience.
K-4 Basketball League will be played at the Elementary School this Saturday, Nov. 8th.
South Central CUSD #401 is taking sealed bids on 3 retired school buses. Please turn sealed bids in by November 14, 2025 to the South Central Unit Office located at 501 S Madison St, Kinmundy, IL. Mark the bus year and model on the outside of the envelope. Contact the Bus Garage (618-547-3232) with questions.
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Cougar volleyball concluded their season last night with a loss to the top seeded Okawville in the regional semi-finals. Cougars end the season 15-15.
Cougar volleyball won their first round game in regionals 25-20, 26-24. They will now take on top seeded Okawville on Wednesday, 10/29, at 6 pm at St. Elmo High School. Come support our athletes!
Congratulations to 3 of our volleyball athletes for making all conference! From left to right: River Yingst (Second team), Bailey Wodtka (Honorable Mention), Mya Schaal (First Team). Congratulations on your much deserved honors!
Lady Cougar volleyball starts their postseason play this evening at St. Elmo High School where they'll take on Mulberry Grove at 7 pm. Come support our Cougars!!
K-4 Basketball League starts TOMORROW, October, 25th! Game times are as follows: K & 3rd grade--9:00 am; 1st & 2nd grade--9:30 am; 4th grade-- 10:00 am. Games will be played at the high school. Looking forward to seeing everyone in the morning!
SCE - "Red Ribbon Week!" October 27-31
Mon, Oct. 27 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Pajama Day!
Tues, Oct. 28 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Camouflage Day!
Wed, Oct. 29 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Crazy Hair or Hat Day!
Thurs, Oct. 30 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Career Day!
Fri, Oct. 31 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Costume Day!
Mon, Oct. 27 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Pajama Day!
Tues, Oct. 28 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Camouflage Day!
Wed, Oct. 29 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Crazy Hair or Hat Day!
Thurs, Oct. 30 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Career Day!
Fri, Oct. 31 - "Red Ribbon Week!" - Costume Day!
JHNTC 8th Grade Tourney Schedule
There is a new tool on the high school webpage. The College and Career Guide is up and running and is a great resource for our high school students and parents. Whether you trying to navigate the courses to take while in high school, or what the plan is after you graduate, you will find an abundance of information in this guide. Go to southcentralschools.org, the high school webpage and click on Student Services to find the College and Career Guide!
The 5th/6th grade basketball forms are due by Oct. 30 and Open Gym will begin 3:30-5:30 on Nov. 3.
SCHS Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, October 23rd from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday, October 24th from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Please call the SCHS office @ 618-245-2222 to schedule your student's conference.
Cougars volleyball won the consolation match of the NTC tournament this morning where they defeated Cumberland in two sets! Volleyball is back in action on Tuesday, 10/21, for their senior night against Richland County. Be sure to come out and support our senior volleyball players!
The South Central High School Student Council is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive Monday, October 20th. The drive is from 8:30am - 1:30pm. Call for an appointment and walk-ins are also welcome!
Don't forget your green shirt today. Happy Friday!!!
Cougars volleyball fell to Woodlawn in 3 sets: 25-13, 22-25, 23-25. JV won 25-20, 25-16. Volleyball is back tomorrow, 10/16, when they travel to St. Anthony and face Altamont in the NTC tournament. Game time is 5 pm.