Allendale CCSD 17 wishes our entire school community a Happy Thanksgiving!
Reminder: Today is an early dismissal at 1:15 pm. Kindergarten students may be picked up at regular time of 12:40 pm or they may stay till 1:15 pm to ride the bus. Allendale CCSD 17 wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
On Monday, November 22nd, Yellow Jackets Basketball hosted the West Salem Warriors in WEAA Conference action. In the C-game, the Yellow Jackets won the game 4-2. Ryland Houchin scored all four points for the Yellow Jackets. The C-team is now 3-2 on the season.
In the B-game, West Salem won 21-15. Scoring for the the Yellow Jackets were: Ryland Houchin with 9 points, Landon Wilford with 4 points, and Teagan Polston with 2 points. The B-team is now 1-4 on the season.
When it comes to A-team basketball, the Yellow Jackets always want to make it exciting for everyone. This game would prove no different, as it literally came down to the final possession. After one quarter of play, West Salem led 10-7. The second quarter would see a complete reversal and be tied at halftime 17-17. In the third quarter, the Yellow Jackets stayed on fire and led 26-22 going into the final seven minutes of game time. The fourth quarter would be crucial and Brendan Bowser made two, three-point shots in the quarter to bring the Yellow Jackets back from a four point deficit to a two point lead with two minutes to go. A bucket by Elliott Acree would prove to be the final scoring for the Yellow Jackets in the quarter and the difference in the game, as the Yellow Jackets would win 34-32. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets were: Brendan Bowser with 18 points, Brady Porter with 6 points, Kasen Dulgar with 4 points, Elliott Acree with 4 points, and Rhett Andrews with 2 points. The Yellow Jackets are now 3-3 on the season and 2-2 in WEAA Conference play. Next up: Thursday, December 1st at St. Joe-Olney for WEAA Conference action with the B-game at 6:00 pm.
Yellow Jackets Basketball has a home game tonight. For those unable to attend, we will be live-streaming all of the games vs. West Salem. C-game begins at 5:15 pm. You can get to it on the school website, Facebook - Yellow Jackets Basketball Live Stream, or through this link https://www.facebook.com/Yellow-Jackets-Basketball-Live-Stream-104867054950339/
On Friday, November 19th, Allendale CCSD 17 received the 2021 David Binotti Risk Management Award at the IASB/IASA/IASBO Joint Annual Conference in Chicago. This award is presented by the Worker’s Compensation Self-Insurance Trust (WCSIT) and the Illinois School District Agency (ISDA). The award is given annually to a school district that has worked to demonstrate a commitment to risk management and loss control.
The award was presented at the First General Session by Managing Director James Woodard, WCSIT Representative Charles Spate, WCSIT Representative Greg Manuel, and Local Agent Bill Atwood. Allendale CCSD 17 appreciates the recognition from WCSIT and ISDA in the districts effort to keep our school community safe and secure. Representing Allendale CCSD 17 at the Joint Annual Conference were Bob Bowser, Superintendent/Principal, and Cindy Brogan, Assistant Principal.
On Thursday, November 18th, Yellow Jackets Basketball traveled to Jasper for WEAA Conference action. In the C-game, Jasper defeated the Yellow Jackets 27-5. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets was: Ryland Houchin with 5 points. The C-team is now 2-2 on the season.
In the B-game, the Polecats defeated the Yellow Jackets 33-13. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets were: Tim Harness with 9 points, Landon Wilford with 2 points, and Ryland Houchin with 2 points. The B-team is now 1-3 on the season.
In the A-game, it was a rough shooting night overall and a real struggle to score points in the second half. After one quarter of play, the Yellow Jackets led 9-5 but then trailed 20-19 at halftime. The third quarter was the difference. Coming out of the locker room, the Polecats took a 32-22 lead with 7 minutes to go and didn't look back. The final score showed Jasper winning 41-24. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets were: Brendan Bowser with 14 points, Elliott Acree with 5 points, Brady Porter with 3 points, and Rhett Andrews with 2 points. The Yellow Jackets were 5-7 from the free throw line as a team, which is a solid percentage every night. The A-team is now 2-3 on the season and 1-2 in WEAA Conference play. Next up: at home Monday, November 22nd against West Salem for a WEAA contest beginning at 5:15 pm with the C-game.
On Monday, November 15th, Yellow Jackets Basketball hosted Grayville in non-conference play. In the C-game, Grayville won the ballgame 8-6. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets were: Jaxon Morris with 4 points and Ryland Houchin with 2 points. The C-team is now 2-1 on the season.
In the B-game, Grayville also defeated the Yellow Jackets by the final score of 33-17. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets were: Tim Harness with 15 points and Stetson Potts with 2 points. The B-team is now 1-2 on the season.
In the A-game, the Yellow Jackets got off to a solid offensive start and led 15-12 after the first quarter. By halftime, the Yellow Jackets had extended their lead to 33-21. The third quarter was another good start to a half of basketball, as the Yellow Jackets extended the lead to 44-27. In the fourth quarter, the Yellow Jackets did what they needed to do and won the game 52-38. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets were: Elliott Acree with 30 points, Brady Porter with 9 points, Kasen Dulgar with 6 points, Brendan Bowser with 5 points, and Rhett Andrews with 2 points. Here is an impressive fact for this ballclub: They were 11-14 from the free throw line tonight, which is 79% and an awesome job. The Yellow Jackets are now 2-2 on the season and 1-1 in WEAA Conference play. Next up: Thursday, November 18th at Jasper for a WEAA Conference ballgame.
Yellow Jackets Basketball has a home game tonight. For those unable to attend, we will be live-streaming all of the games vs. Grayville. C-game begins at 5:15 pm. You can get to it on the school website, Facebook - Yellow Jackets Basketball Live Stream, or through this link https://www.facebook.com/Yellow-Jackets-Basketball-Live-Stream-104867054950339/.
Reminder: Allendale CCSD 17 is closed tomorrow for Veterans Day. We will have school on Friday, which also is the last day for our Can Food Drive.
On Tuesday, November 9th, Yellow Jackets Basketball had its first home game of the season against Clay City. In the C-game, the Yellow Jackets defeated Clay City by the score of 12-8. Scoring for the C-team were: Ryland Houchin with 8 points, Teagan Polston with 2 points, and Jaxon Morris with 2 points. The C-team is now 2-0 on the season.
In the B-game, the Yellow Jackets pulled out a victory 21-14. Scoring in the B-game were: Tim Harness with 19 points and Levi Potts with 2 points. The B-team is now 1-1 on the season.
In the A-game, short and simple it was a bad shooting night for the Yellow Jackets. The Yellow Jackets unofficially were 10-44 from the field and lost on a last second 3-pointer at the buzzer, 27-26. The Yellow Jackets were down 6-3 after one quarter, but stormed back to take a halftime lead of 16-11. After three quarters, the Yellow Jackets extended the lead to 24-16, but the fourth quarter saw the Yellow Jackets only score two points. Tough night, but we have to pick ourselves up and get ready for another game. Scoring for the Yellow Jackets were: Elliott Acree with 19 points, Brady Porter with 3 points, Rhett Andrews with 2 points, and Cameron Kolb with 2 points. The Yellow Jackets are now 1-2 on the season and 1-1 in the WEAA Conference. Next up: Monday, November 15th at home against Grayville in non-conference action.
Yellow Jackets Basketball has its first home game tonight. For those unable to attend, we will be live-streaming all of the games vs. Clay City. C-game begins at 5:15 pm. You can get to it on the school website, Facebook - Yellow Jackets Basketball Live Stream, or through this link https://www.facebook.com/Yellow-Jackets-Basketball-Live-Stream-104867054950339/.
Yellow Jackets Baseball awards banquet was held Monday, November 8th. Head Coach Justin Dulgar and Assistant Coach Jon Porter recognized the 12 players on the team and had a few individual awards.
On Friday, November 5th, Yellow Jackets Basketball traveled to Mt. Carmel for an early season non-conference game. What an amazing crowd tonight. Thank you to all who came to watch the boys for both sides, as I believe you got your money’s worth.
After one quarter of play, the Yellow Jackets led 7-6. At the halftime break, Yellow Jackets basketball led 18-13. After three quarters, the Yellow Jackets still led 25-23. The fourth quarter proved to be a tough quarter for the Yellow Jackets, as they fell in defeat 31-28. This game literally came down to a missed last shot by the Yellow Jackets to try and get it to overtime.
Regardless, the Yellow Jackets battled a talented Mt. Carmel team for 28 minutes.
Scoring for the Yellow Jackets: Elliott Acree with 11 points, Brendan Bowser with 9 points, Rhett Andrews with 5 points, Will Freeland with 2 points, and Brady Porter with 1 point. The Yellow Jackets are 1–1 on the season and 1-0 in the WEAA. Next up: Tuesday, November 9th for a home conference game with Clay City.
Yellow Jackets Cross Country girls team was honored by coach Sarah Courter.
Front row - Addison Tennis, Haleigh Prosise. Ava Abell.
Back row - Isabella Monroy, Linden Stevens, Lillie Keeling.
Coach Sarah Courter awarded her two 8th grade participants in Cross Country, both of whom were 4-year participants.
Yellow Jackets Cross Country boys team was honored at their banquet by coach, Sarah Courter.
Front row - Conner McGinnis, TJ Singh, Ryland Houchin.
Back row - Brendan Bowser, Isaiah Courter, Lucas Isaac.
Yellow Jackets Cross Country girls team was honored Wednesday night by their coach, Sarah Courter.
Front row - Addison Tennis, Haleigh Prosise, Ava Abell.
Back row - Isabella Monroy, Linden Stevens, Lillie Keeling.
Allendale School is proud to announce the Students of the Month for October:
Front row - Zeke Medler (Kindergarten), Parker Reel (1st grade), Whitley Grimes (2nd grade), Hunter Nelson (3rd grade)
Back row - Wyatt Buchanan (4th grade), Ava Bates (Junior High), Rhett Andrews (Junior High)
At the book fair at Allendale Elementary School, these two junior high student were the closest to guessing the number of Scooby Snacks in the jar (they were off by one): Haleigh Prosise and Stetson Potts.
At the book fair for Allendale Elementary School, these students in K-4 won the coloring contest: Emma Abell, Addyson Bellinger, Benjamin Snyder, Harper Prosise, and Colton McGee.
