SMS Athletics Week of 2/23. Go Redskins! #OneTribe
**Reminder there is an early dismissal set for this Friday, February 27th - SES @ 2:20, SMS/SHS @ 2:30**
Brackets have been released for the 7th Grade Volleyball Regional Tournament. The girls received the #1 seed for the tournament and will have a BYE in the first round! No game for Sullivan on the first Saturday. The girls will play their first match of the tournament on Tuesday, March 3rd starting at 6 PM @ Atwood-Hammond Grade School (225 W Hickory Ave, Atwood) Bracket is attached. Go Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
8th Grade unfortunately falls in an absolute battle with ALAH. The girls went three sets with them and gave it their all! We are so proud of them! The girls look ahead to conference finale next week and 8th grade night! Go Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
JHOC Tournament Champs! 7th Grade is victorious over ALAH in two sets! Congratulations Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
Getting ready to get underway here in Villa Grove! Go Lady Redskins! #OneTribe #JHOC
Good luck to our 7th and 8th Grade Volleyball teams who are competing for a JHOC Tournament Championship this evening in Villa Grove! The girls will be playing in a rematch vs ALAH. 7th Grade game starts at 6 PM and 8th Grade to follow in the Villa Grove JH Gym. Go Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
2025-2026 Amended Remaining Calendar
Please note the early dismissal on 2/27. This was not previously listed.
Please note the early dismissal on 2/27. This was not previously listed.
Good luck to Zachary Kenworthy and Aubrey Fultz as they compete in the 2nd Annual JHOC Spelling Bee at Yoder's Kitchen in Arthur this morning.
JHOC Tournament Championship Bound! Both the 7th and 8th Grade Volleyball teams are victorious this evening and advance to the tournament championship @ Villa Grove. 7th Grade starting at 6 PM and 8th Grade to follow at 7:15 PM on Wednesday night. Go Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
SMS Athletics Week of 2/16. Go Redskins! #OneTribe
Both Sullivan Junior High volleyball teams earned wins over Villa Grove on Saturday to advance to Round 2 of the JHOC Conference Tournament!
The 7th grade team won in two sets, 25–13 and 25–5.
The 8th grade team also won in two sets, 25–9 and 25–19.
Both teams will compete again on Monday night (2/16) back at Villa Grove vs Tuscola. 7th Grade starts at 6 PM and 8th Grade to follow. Matches will be in their HS Gym on Monday night. Good luck, Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
The 7th grade team won in two sets, 25–13 and 25–5.
The 8th grade team also won in two sets, 25–9 and 25–19.
Both teams will compete again on Monday night (2/16) back at Villa Grove vs Tuscola. 7th Grade starts at 6 PM and 8th Grade to follow. Matches will be in their HS Gym on Monday night. Good luck, Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
Good luck to our SMS Volleyball team who begins JHOC Conference tournament play this morning @ Villa Grove. 7th Grade match begins at 9 AM, followed by the 8th Grade match at 10 AM vs Villa Grove! Matches will be in their JH Gym. Go Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
SMS Volleyball received the #2 seed for the JHOC Conference Tournament! The girls will play their first round matchups this Saturday, February 14th @ Villa Grove JH. 7th Grade will be playing Villa Grove starting at 9 AM and 8th Grade will follow at 10 AM. (Times are approximations, be sure to arrive a little earlier in case they are running ahead) All games are at Villa Grove JH/HS. Games on Saturday will be in their JH Gym.
Admission for the tournament is as follows:
1. Students/Senior Citizens - $2.00
2. Adults - $3.00
3. All teachers holding a pass whether it is local or state will have free admission
Good luck and Go Lady Redskins! #OneTribe
SMS Athletics Week of 2/9. Go Redskins! #OneTribe
Congratulations to Miriam Parri and the inaugural ILMEA All-State Junior High Band for an exceptional performance on Friday evening! The band performed four selections of challenging music as a part of the Junior Division All-State Concert at IMEC in Peoria, Illinois.
The band rehearsed for 10 hours on Thursday and Friday to prepare for the evening performance. The ensemble was comprised of 7th and 8th grade students from across the state. Miriam was one of several to represent District 5 (East-Central Illinois). This concert was the culmination of talent, hard work, and excellence in musicianship.
Congrats!
The band rehearsed for 10 hours on Thursday and Friday to prepare for the evening performance. The ensemble was comprised of 7th and 8th grade students from across the state. Miriam was one of several to represent District 5 (East-Central Illinois). This concert was the culmination of talent, hard work, and excellence in musicianship.
Congrats!
SMS Athletics Week of 2/2. Go Redskins! #OneTribe
At last night's Regional Championship game, the IESA handed out sportsmanship pins to an individual from each team. David Ryherd was the recipient from Sullivan! David represented himself, his teammates, and his school with a humble, hardworking, and respectful approach to the game.
Here is the criteria for the award:
The IESA Sportsmanship Pin is awarded throughout the state series to one member from each team in recognition of exemplary sportsmanship. Recipients of this honor consistently display a positive attitude toward teammates, opponents, and officials. They show a commitment to giving their best effort in the game and always maintain respectful conduct towards those around them. Additionally, they exhibit positive body language that uplifts and inspires both teammates and peers. This recognition celebrates athletes who embody the values of sportsmanship and enhance the competitive spirit of the game.
Way to represent our school and community, David! #OneTribe
Here is the criteria for the award:
The IESA Sportsmanship Pin is awarded throughout the state series to one member from each team in recognition of exemplary sportsmanship. Recipients of this honor consistently display a positive attitude toward teammates, opponents, and officials. They show a commitment to giving their best effort in the game and always maintain respectful conduct towards those around them. Additionally, they exhibit positive body language that uplifts and inspires both teammates and peers. This recognition celebrates athletes who embody the values of sportsmanship and enhance the competitive spirit of the game.
Way to represent our school and community, David! #OneTribe
8th Grade Boys unfortunately fall short to Greenville in the Regional Championship game! The boys had an incredible season filled with improvement and determination. They put themselves in a position to win a share of the JHOC Regular Season Championship! We are so very proud of them! Go Redskins! #OneTribe
8th Grade Boys are victorious in their semifinal matchup vs Pana with a score of 38-32! The boys advance to the Regional Championship to be played shortly! Good Luck and Go Redskins! #OneTribe
Rehearsal is underway for the inaugural ILMEA All-State Junior High Band in Peoria, Illinois! 8th Grader Miriam Parri is a part of the trombone section, which is comprised of top junior high musicians from around Illinois.
The band will perform in a joint concert with the All-State Chorus and Orchestra at Carver Arena in the Peoria Civic Center on Friday at 6 PM.
The band will perform in a joint concert with the All-State Chorus and Orchestra at Carver Arena in the Peoria Civic Center on Friday at 6 PM.
