Members of the Band Program represented Sullivan on Saturday at the ILMEA All-District Festival at Eastern Illinois!
Junior high band members included Everett Finn (trumpet), Miriam Parri (trombone), Olivia Swinford (trumpet), and Sarah Windhorst (flute).
Our high school band member was Gavin Wade (alto saxophone).
Participants rehearsed for about 6 hours on Saturday and each group concluded with a 4-piece concert performance. The event was the culmination of a highly competitive audition and selection process from schools and students across Central Illinois. Each student had to prepare two required etudes and a sheet of scales that covered nearly the full range on their respective instruments. Auditions were scored by judges and the top scores from each instrument category were then selected to the Junior and Senior Bands.
Congratulations on an awesome performance and achievement!
11 days ago, Ian Kinkley
SHS Girls Basketball Update: Due to our smaller numbers this year and an effort to keep our legs fresh, we have decided to play a "modified" JV schedule the remainder of this season.
This will likely look different each night based on the preferences of the other team - ex: 2 halves, shortened quarters, running clock, etc.
Regardless, plan accordingly and come earlier to watch the JV girls and catch the Varsity game!
11 days ago, Cole Huber
Lots of basketball for SHS this week before fall break!
11 days ago, Cole Huber
Schedule Change: Due to some injuries, Robinson is unable to field a JV team for our HS GB game on Tuesday, so it will be a Varsity-ONLY contest at home starting at 6:00 pm
11 days ago, Cole Huber
Congratulations to Daisy Richardson for being elected the Eastern Illinois Association of Student Councils President for the 2025-2026 session. Daisy will preside over meetings and represent the EISASC at the state convention in March.
14 days ago, Marsha Kirby
Congratulations to Nevaeh Wilson for being the November Student Council Member of the Month. Nevaeh executed the planning of the Veterans Day assembly both last year and this year, as well as, planning an excellent homecoming parade the past two years.
14 days ago, Marsha Kirby
As a result of showing good character in the classroom, Jackie Lancaster & Alayja Hogan were chosen to lead the Sullivan Lady Redskins onto the court tonight! Way to go girls! Go Lady Redskins!
14 days ago, Bryce Wagner
It's Game Day! An old CIC matchup for the Sullivan Lady Redskins at home tonight!
14 days ago, Cole Huber
Thanks to our students, families, and community members, we were able to donate over 200 blankets and towels to 4 different shelters in the area! This would not be possible without such an amazing and supportive community. A huge shout out to our NEHS committee members who sorted through everything and made the deliveries, pictured with about 1/4 of the donations: Kate Bushue, Drew Woolen, Landon Jesse, and Logan Fleener. Another thanks to ELA Honor Society members, Avery Florey and Miah Voegel, who helped as well (not pictured). NEHS and ELA Honor Society look forward collecting donations for our Drive next year!
15 days ago, Cami Badman
The 5th-8th grade girl's basketball team traveled to the State Farm Center for the Illini Field Trip Day where they got to cheer on the Illini Women's basketball team to a victory. Go Illini🏀
16 days ago, Sheri McCain
Band Section of the Week honors this past week did not go to a specific section, but to a group of students who stepped up while Dr. Kinkley was out. Mason Miller, Tyler Blickensderfer, Sarah Windhorst, and Ruey Price led rehearsal for the Junior High Band and kept them on track in preparing for the upcoming Winter Concert on December 10th. Congrats!
16 days ago, Ian Kinkley
As a result of showing good character in the classroom, Whitley Fryman and Willow Wicker were chosen to lead the Sullivan Lady Redskins onto the court tonight!
17 days ago, Cole Huber
Members of the Marching Band and and Color Guard celebrated the end of their 2025 Fall Competition Season at the Marching Band Banquet last Thursday evening! The event was a great evening for students and their families to enjoy the completion of a very successful season and celebrate all of their hard work this fall.
All students received awards voted on by their peers for their talents and memorable moments through the season. Several special recognitions were made as well:
Color Guard Leadership Award - Claire Kursell Outstanding Performer - Synthea Doss
Players Choice Award - Donavan Perry Marching Band Excellence Award - Gavin Wade Aaron Jones Award - Bryson Wilson
Final Field Show Competition Results: Effingham Marching Invitational - 2nd Place Class 1A, Best General Effect| Mt. Zion Marching Music Games - 4th Place Class 2A Oblong Spooktacular Field Competition - 1st Place Class 1A, Best Drum Major, Best Music, Best Visuals Oblong Spooktacular Parade Competition - 1st Place Class 1A, Best Auxiliary (Color Guard), Best Drum Major
Thank you to the Band Boosters and the Friends of Sullivan Athletics and Academics for organizing the event and providing a wonderful meal. Thank you to Grffin's Catering for the delicious dinner. A special thank you also to our Banquet Committee for doing a fabulous job making it a special night for our students with the planning and decorations!
17 days ago, Ian Kinkley
When you come out to girls and boys games this year make sure to buy your ducks to support the Junior Class as they raise funds for prom. Chuck-a-Duck is BACK! $1 for 1 or 6 for $5.
17 days ago, Marsha Kirby
It's Game Day for the Sullivan Lady Redskins! Season opener at home tonight!
17 days ago, Cole Huber
Winter Sports kick off with games this week!
18 days ago, Cole Huber
NEHS is partnering with Santa again this year! Letters are accepted at Santa's red mailbox located by the pavilion on the Square. Envelopes can be found in the Little Free Library if needed. Letters must be received by 12/10 to ensure a response!
19 days ago, Cami Badman
A day as a team well spent at the IHSA State Tournament in Bloomington — cheering on great volleyball and studying what we want our Sullivan Volleyball future to look like.
20 days ago, Heidi Grooms
Tonight is your first chance to see SHS Winter sports teams in action!
6:00 pm in the HS Gym - join us for skills competitions and scrimmages!
20 days ago, Cole Huber
Friday is the LAST day for blanket and towel donations. Thank you!
