Kindergarten has been learning about our five senses this week! In Miss Hicks' class we used every sense:
- Touch 🤲
- Taste 👅
- Smell👃
- Hear👂
- See 👀
We used our senses to investigate a pickle🥒!
Some friends already knew they liked pickles, some found out they liked pickles, and others found out they might not eat a pickle again. Whatever the outcome is, it's always fun to try something new!










Eighth graders dressed up as Greasers and Socs to "rumble". Classes outlined each of the "gangs" characteristics and compared them to each other only to end up realizing they all watched the same sunset🌅✨






Math battles in Mrs. Korf's class today!

Advanced animal science finally got to do their pregnant uterus dissection today, which ends their reproductive unit!



Forreston Grade School practiced our Alice Drill yesterday morning. The first grade classes all barricaded ourselves in our classrooms. The children did a great job staying quiet and following our directions!
FHS juniors and seniors receive information today about FREE COLLEGE AND TUITION through Max Wenzel Scholarship and Illinois University Partnerships. Jr/Sr Parents be sure to ask your student about university partners!
Information - https://www.fvdistrict221.org/article/2533290


Our FFA members are hard at work studying for their next CDEs, Dairy Foods and Agronomy!


The Forreston FFA Chapter is gearing up for its annual Test Plot Dinner and Awards Night on Monday, November 17, 2025, and they're inviting the community to join the fun. This year’s event, held at FJSHS Cafeteria, will feature a new and exciting Community Soup Cook-Off.
The evening is the chapter's opportunity to present the results and findings from their hands-on corn test plot—a valuable learning experience for the students. The program, which begins at 6:45 PM, will also celebrate the winners of the Bocker Ruff Grain Marketing Competition and publicly thank the local farmers, corn dealers, and community members whose donations made the plot a success.
Battle of the Bowls: The Soup Cook-Off
Community members and attendees are invited to enter their best soup for a chance to win cash prizes of $100 for first place and $50 for runner-up.
The Soup Cook-Off tasting will take place from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM. For a $5 ticket, attendees will receive four cups of soup to sample, dessert and a drink, allowing them to cast their vote for the "Best Soup." All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Forreston FFA Chapter.
“The test plot dinner is always a great night to share what we’ve learned, but we wanted to add an element that gets the whole community involved,” said Levi Bocker, Forreston FFA Sentinel and Test Plot Chairman. “We’re excited to see what amazing soups our community can bring!”
Event at a Glance:
What: FFA Test Plot Dinner & Community Soup Cook-Off
When: Monday, November 17, 2025, from 6:00 PM
Where: Forreston High School Cafeteria, enter through door #15
Soup Tasting: 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM ($5 per ticket)
Plot Dinner Program: Begins 6:45 PM
For more information on the event, purchase advanced tickets, or to enter a soup, please contact Advisor Kelley Parks by calling the school or kparks@fvdistrict221.org. The deadline for soup entries is Monday, November 10, 2025. Soup-tasting tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.

We are approaching that time of year. Inclement weather school closing information

Fall Flower Class registration closes today at 3:00 PM! Be sure to sign-up at this link! Remember it is $20 and you pay when you come to the class!
https://forms.gle/KDiwrefjH5ZdqTwL7
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Fifth graders became detectives for the morning as they worked together to solve a mystery and identify a suspect by solving math problems that involved adding and subtracting mixed numbers.










6th grade Halloween fun!



Fifth graders had a *spooktacular* time at their Halloween party — wrapping up mummies, playing pin the tail on the pumpkin, and enjoying all the festive fun with friends! 🎃👻🕸️









Happy Halloween! Kindergarten loved wearing their costumes to school. We ended the day with a fun party with games, a craft, and a snack!



First grade is in the Halloween spirit!



Fifth graders had a *spooktacular* time at their Halloween party — wrapping up mummies, playing pin the tail on the pumpkin, and enjoying all the festive fun with friends! 🎃👻🕸️









Now presenting...German Valley Grade School October Students of the Month!

Halloween Costumes!








All schools enjoyed Monster Burgers and Curly Worm Fries today for Halloween.


Consumer Ed class created spooky PSA's about the dangers of debt! This is a fun way to share some financial literacy. Happy Halloween week!

