Here’s a list of food pantries and food banks in our area. If you or someone you know is in need, please reach out to one of these places. They’re there to help!
Food Resources:
Extended Table-Clinton United Methodist Church
FREE Community Meal-All are Welcome
308 E Main Street-Clinton, IL. 217-935-5869
2nd and 4h Monday of each Month at 6:00PM
Clinton First Church of the Nazarene
4th Wednesday of the month Grocery Distribution
1220 Kleeman Drive-Clinton, IL. 217-935-9516
Call by Noon Tuesday to sign up. (day before distribution)
Neighborhood Care Center
309 West Main Street-Clinton, IL. 217-935-6844
Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30PM to 3:00PM
1st and 3d Tuesdays 4:00PM to 5:30PM
Dove Food Pantry
803 West Leander St-Clinton, IL. 217-935-6619
Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00AM to 2:00PM
*Eastern Illinois Food Bank
Call Eastern IL Food Bank for Dates and Times (217) 328-3663
Or visit https://www.eifoodbank.org/help/mobile.html
Help With Utilities/Rent:
DEA (Dove Financial Assistance) 217-935-6614
Community Action- 1800 Fifth Street, Lincoln, IL. 217-732-2159
Clintonia Township- you must make first contact by phone- 217-935-2506
Neighborhood Care Center 309 W. Main St. Clinton, IL. 217-935-6844
St John's Catholic Church-502 N Monroe Street Clinton, IL. 217-935-3727
Emergency Housing:
St John's Catholic Church-Clinton, IL. 217-935-3727
God's Shelter of Love-Decatur, IL. 217-422-2790
Salvation Army-Decatur, IL. 217-428-4672
Water Street Mission-Decatur, IL. 217-424-2381
RED CROSS-Central IL-Bloomington 309-662-0500
Clinton School District has installed a weather system here on our campus. You can check the weather for sporting events and activities simply by clicking the link below.
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Today, CUSD#15 welcomed back all its teachers and staff. They are busy preparing for the start of classes on Wednesday and Thursday.
The new school year is almost here! Today, we had a New Teacher Orientation to welcome the new staff to the District. We can’t wait, this year will be amazing! #MAROONPRIDE
On Monday, June 2nd, CUSD#15 honored the CEA Scholarship Award Winners, Service Awards, Retirees, and the Teacher of the Year Award, at the annual Spring Breakfast.
END OF SCHOOL REMINDERS...
MAY 26th - NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
MAY 29th - LAST DAY OF PRESCHOOL
MAY 30th - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - Early Dismissal @ 1:30pm
HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!
Best of luck to all the graduates of Clinton High School Class of 2025! Wishing you the very best as you embark on new adventures and achieve your goals.
https://youtu.be/DN2zVZLtS0Y
All current & retired employees of Clinton CUSD #15, Please join us for C.E.A.'s Spring Breakfast
Monday, June 2nd, 2025
Clinton High School Commons @ 7:45 a.m.
(Doors open at 7:30 a.m.)
🎓 Dine to Donate – Support Our Seniors! 🍽️
Join us for one final Dine to Donate event hosted by the CEA Ways and Means Committee!
📅 Monday, May 12th
🕒 3:00–10:00 PM
📍 Texas Roadhouse – Forsyth, IL
Enjoy an amazing meal while supporting a great cause! Just mention or show the flyer when dining in or carrying out, and 10% of your purchase will go to the Senior Scholarship Fund—helping our graduating seniors take the next step toward their dreams.
Let’s make this last fundraiser count—share with friends and family! 💙
#DineToDonate #SupportOurSeniors #CEA #SeniorScholarships #CommunityMatters #ForsythIL
For many students (and caregivers!), the sudden shift from structured school routines to a more flexible summer schedule may lead to feelings of stress or uncertainty. Some may feel isolated from their friends while others might face increased stress from changing family dynamics. Our Partner at Cartwheel Has put together a Summer Activity Guide to support well-being and connection during the summer.
Click here to download the guide now: https://learn.cartwheelcare.org/family-summer-activity-guide?utm_campaign=6265780-Referrer%20Emails&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9-4V0ZQYx2YwbgsUDxcrRnJCu3aAGBkbHAFXdIETuFXDMZZOVixcTjFoCwk0020jSacUS0mLuiYMEWSoIwczD3aT6gOA&_hsmi=360352095&utm_content=360352095&utm_source=hs_email
Or you can view it here:
In English: https://5il.co/3fhoq
In Spanish: https://5il.co/3fhop
Attention family and Friends of the CLASS of 2025!
Submit a baby photo and senior photo of your favorite graduating senior, a message with up to 15 words and a $10 placement fee.
Email photos and message to kpyne@theclintonjournal.com.
Please call 217-935-3171 to make payment.
Deadline is 2:00PM on Friday, May 9.
This special feature will be published on Friday, May 16.
From Superintendent Drew Goebel,
Our hearts are broken as we grieve with our neighbors in Chatham. We extend our deepest sympathy and unwavering support to the children, families, and staff of the Ball-Chatham School District, and to all first responders impacted by this unimaginable tragedy.
As educators, parents, and students, we mourn the young lives lost and hope for comfort and healing for those who are injured. We hold close in our thoughts the families walking through unthinkable sorrow, and we stand in solidarity with the Chatham community as they seek peace in the midst of pain.
We recognize the strength and compassion of the first responders who stepped forward in the face of crisis. May they continue to find courage and feel the appreciation of communities near and far.
To honor those affected and show our support, Clinton School District will wear red on Friday, May 2, 2025. We invite our entire school community to join us in this visible sign of love, unity, and remembrance.
Though words can never fully express our sorrow, please know that the Clinton School District and community holds you close. May love surround you, may peace find you, and may healing begin.
With care, compassion, and solidarity,
The Staff, Students, and Families of the Clinton Community School District
#ChathamStrong
Wednesday, April 23rd is a 1:30pm dismissal day.
There will be no Preschool April23rd.
Today is the Day for the CAREGIVER UNIVERSITY
FINDING CLARITY IN YOUR PARENTING ROLE:
Have you ever felt you are making things up as you go along as a parent? Do you worry if you are providing healthy guidance and setting a good example for your children? You are not alone. Parenting feels hard because it IS hard and not because we are doing anything wrong. This session helps us understand how we can be sturdy, loving parents using boundaries and validation. We will also learn strategies to guide our children to learn from their mistakes and become more resilient. This is for all Parents, Guardians and Caregivers with children at CUSD 15 April 21, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, in the High School Auditorium
CAREGIVER UNIVERSITY
FINDING CLARITY IN YOUR PARENTING ROLE:
Have you ever felt you are making things up as you go along as a parent? Do you worry if you are providing healthy guidance and setting a good example for your children? You are not alone. Parenting feels hard because it IS hard and not because we are doing anything wrong. This session helps us understand how we can be sturdy, loving parents using boundaries and validation. We will also learn strategies to guide our children to learn from their mistakes and become more resilient. This is for all Parents, Guardians and Caregivers with children at CUSD 15 April 21, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, in the High School Auditorium
Reminder...
No School, Friday, April 18th
No School for Students, Monday, April 21st for a SIP Day.
Have a wonderful long weekend.
CAREGIVER UNIVERSITY
FINDING CLARITY IN YOUR PARENTING ROLE:
Have you ever felt you are making things up as you go along as a
parent? Do you worry if you are providing healthy guidance and setting a
good example for your children? You are not alone. Parenting feels hard
because it IS hard and not because we are doing anything wrong. This
session helps us understand how we can be sturdy, loving parents using
boundaries and validation. We will also learn strategies to guide our children to learn from their mistakes and become more resilient.
This is for all Parents, Guardians and Caregivers with children at CUSD 15
April 21, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, in the High School Auditorium
As of right now, the last day of student attendance will be Friday, May 30th with dismissal @ 1:30pm, Preschool will be May 29th and the last day for teachers will be Monday, June 2nd. In the rare event that something unexpected happens, these dates could change.
REMINDER...
Friday, March 21st is 1:30 pm dismissal, NO PRESCHOOL on FRIDAY
Spring Break (No School) is March 24th - 28th.
You're invited to Watch & Donate Night @ the Clintonia Eagle Movie Theater. Tuesday, March 25th, attend a movie of your choice ,on the designated day and donate 10% to CEA
scholarship fund. Present the flyer or mention that you are supporting CEA for it to count.
