2026 WJH Golf Tryouts are next week!
March 23rd & 25th
Yorktown Golf Course
300 Goalby Dr
Belleville, IL 62221
To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/XugjSqvNHz3ULJ6XA
All students must:
-be registered to tryout
-have a current physical on file
-be passing all classes
-have all outstanding fees paid
For questions, please email Athletic Director Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org
March 23rd & 25th
Yorktown Golf Course
300 Goalby Dr
Belleville, IL 62221
To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/XugjSqvNHz3ULJ6XA
All students must:
-be registered to tryout
-have a current physical on file
-be passing all classes
-have all outstanding fees paid
For questions, please email Athletic Director Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org

WJH Track & Field Tryouts POSTPONED!
Due to forecasted temperatures and weather, Monday & Tuesday track tryouts have been postponed. Please see the updated tryout schedule below:
Boys Sprint (100m, 200m, 400m) Tryouts - March 18th 3:15-4:45pm
Girls Sprint (100m, 200m, 400m) Tryouts - March 19th 3:45-5:15pm
Boys & Girls Distance (800m & 1600m) & Field Event Tryouts- March 20th 3:45-5:15pm
To register, please visit this link: https://forms.gle/FrNFxxp5ukoBXSBH7
Reminder, all students must have a current physical on file, passing all classes, all fees paid, and registered online.
GO WESTERNERS!
Due to forecasted temperatures and weather, Monday & Tuesday track tryouts have been postponed. Please see the updated tryout schedule below:
Boys Sprint (100m, 200m, 400m) Tryouts - March 18th 3:15-4:45pm
Girls Sprint (100m, 200m, 400m) Tryouts - March 19th 3:45-5:15pm
Boys & Girls Distance (800m & 1600m) & Field Event Tryouts- March 20th 3:45-5:15pm
To register, please visit this link: https://forms.gle/FrNFxxp5ukoBXSBH7
Reminder, all students must have a current physical on file, passing all classes, all fees paid, and registered online.
GO WESTERNERS!

2026 WJH Soccer and Track Tryouts are near!
To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/XugjSqvNHz3ULJ6XA
All students must:
-be registered to tryout
-have a current physical on file
-be passing all classes
-have all outstanding fees paid
WJH Soccer
March 12th & 16th
3:45-5:00pm
WJH Boys Track & Field
March 16th & 17th
3:45-5:15
WJH Girls Track & Field
March 18th & 19th
18th - 3:15-4:45
19th - 3:45-5:15
For questions, please email Athletic Director Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org
To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/XugjSqvNHz3ULJ6XA
All students must:
-be registered to tryout
-have a current physical on file
-be passing all classes
-have all outstanding fees paid
WJH Soccer
March 12th & 16th
3:45-5:00pm
WJH Boys Track & Field
March 16th & 17th
3:45-5:15
WJH Girls Track & Field
March 18th & 19th
18th - 3:15-4:45
19th - 3:45-5:15
For questions, please email Athletic Director Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org


🎉 West Jr. High Dance Club Tryouts Are Coming! 💃🕺
Are you ready to move, groove, and show off your school spirit? The West Jr. High Dance Club is excited to announce upcoming tryouts!
📅 Tryout Dates:
Monday, March 23rd
Tuesday, March 24th
To participate, students must be registered and passing all classes at the time of tryouts. Make sure your grades are in good standing and your registration is complete!
To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/Zuwsw6oCHsPEzjXN7
This is a great opportunity to build friendships, learn new choreography, and be part of an energetic and supportive team. We can’t wait to see your talent shine! ✨
If you have any questions, please see Ms. Stephanie or email her at sthomas@belleville118.org
Are you ready to move, groove, and show off your school spirit? The West Jr. High Dance Club is excited to announce upcoming tryouts!
📅 Tryout Dates:
Monday, March 23rd
Tuesday, March 24th
To participate, students must be registered and passing all classes at the time of tryouts. Make sure your grades are in good standing and your registration is complete!
To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/Zuwsw6oCHsPEzjXN7
This is a great opportunity to build friendships, learn new choreography, and be part of an energetic and supportive team. We can’t wait to see your talent shine! ✨
If you have any questions, please see Ms. Stephanie or email her at sthomas@belleville118.org

District #118 has an open position for an MTSS (similar to Title 1) position for the 2026-27 school year. For questions, call the District Office at (618) 233-2830. A complete job description can be found here: https://aptg.co/S2hcT1

2026 WJH Soccer and Track Tryouts are near!
To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/XugjSqvNHz3ULJ6XA
All students must:
-be registered to tryout
-have a current physical on file
-be passing all classes
-have all outstanding fees paid
WJH Soccer
March 12th & 16th
3:45-5:00pm
WJH Boys Track & Field
March 16th & 17th
3:45-5:15
WJH Girls Track & Field
March 18th & 19th
18th - 3:15-4:45
19th - 3:45-5:15
For questions, please email Athletic Director Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org
To register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/XugjSqvNHz3ULJ6XA
All students must:
-be registered to tryout
-have a current physical on file
-be passing all classes
-have all outstanding fees paid
WJH Soccer
March 12th & 16th
3:45-5:00pm
WJH Boys Track & Field
March 16th & 17th
3:45-5:15
WJH Girls Track & Field
March 18th & 19th
18th - 3:15-4:45
19th - 3:45-5:15
For questions, please email Athletic Director Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org


FREE Mobile Market is the 3rd Thursday of each month.

Our West Jr High Volleyball team is hosting a Winter Warm-Up fundraiser!
On Thursday, Feb 5th during our volleyball match vs Pontiac, spectators can enter for free by donating winter items such as gently used warm jackets & coats, gloves, scarves, hats, pants, socks, and blankets. Your support helps keep our students and community warm this season!
For more details and questions, please contact Coach Missy Brightwell at mbrightwell@belleville118.org
On Thursday, Feb 5th during our volleyball match vs Pontiac, spectators can enter for free by donating winter items such as gently used warm jackets & coats, gloves, scarves, hats, pants, socks, and blankets. Your support helps keep our students and community warm this season!
For more details and questions, please contact Coach Missy Brightwell at mbrightwell@belleville118.org

West Jr High Class of 2026 Apparel Round 2!
Order your Class of 2026 apparel today! Store closes on February 1st!
https://allprotees.chipply.com/WJHCO25-26/?action=viewall

FREE Mobile Market is the 3rd Thursday of each month.

One week left to order your Class of 2026 apparel!
Store closes on January 11th!
https://allprotees.chipply.com/WJHCO25-26/?action=viewall&apid=21418459&acid=2264644
Store closes on January 11th!
https://allprotees.chipply.com/WJHCO25-26/?action=viewall&apid=21418459&acid=2264644

REMINDER! Boys & Girls Bowling Tryouts are this week!
To sign up, please visit this link: https://forms.gle/moUs2p6sp3JZ94ADA
-Students must have a physical on file with the school nurse
-Must be registered for the sport you wish to tryout for
-Have all outstanding fees paid in full
-Be passing all classes
For any questions regarding physicals status, please email Nurse Jessica Silvia at jsilvia@belleville118.org
Boys & Girls Bowling
January 7th: All Grades (3:15-5:00) @Bel Air Bowl
January 8th: All Grade (3:45-5:30) @Bel Air Bowl
For any questions please, contact Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org. Thank you!
To sign up, please visit this link: https://forms.gle/moUs2p6sp3JZ94ADA
-Students must have a physical on file with the school nurse
-Must be registered for the sport you wish to tryout for
-Have all outstanding fees paid in full
-Be passing all classes
For any questions regarding physicals status, please email Nurse Jessica Silvia at jsilvia@belleville118.org
Boys & Girls Bowling
January 7th: All Grades (3:15-5:00) @Bel Air Bowl
January 8th: All Grade (3:45-5:30) @Bel Air Bowl
For any questions please, contact Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org. Thank you!

WJH Class of 2026 Web Store Open!
Order your Class of 2026 apparel today! Store closes on January 11th!
https://allprotees.chipply.com/WJHCO25-26/?action=viewall&apid=21418459&acid=2264644
Order your Class of 2026 apparel today! Store closes on January 11th!
https://allprotees.chipply.com/WJHCO25-26/?action=viewall&apid=21418459&acid=2264644

Congratulations to Coach Suggs, Torrey, and Mya on being nominated for our WJH Sportsmanship Spotlight! 👏
Each week, we recognize athletes, coaches, fans, and even opposing teams who exemplify outstanding character and sportsmanship. Nominees receive a free slice of pizza card to Bennie’s Pizza Pub.
Thank you to Bennie’s Pizza Pub for sponsoring this recognition and helping us celebrate positive sportsmanship!
Each week, we recognize athletes, coaches, fans, and even opposing teams who exemplify outstanding character and sportsmanship. Nominees receive a free slice of pizza card to Bennie’s Pizza Pub.
Thank you to Bennie’s Pizza Pub for sponsoring this recognition and helping us celebrate positive sportsmanship!

FREE Mobile Market is the 3rd Thursday of each month.

FREE Mobile Market is the 3rd Thursday of each month.

Parent/Teacher Conferences are next week. If you have not yet scheduled a time to meet with your child's teacher, please check your e-mail for information to reserve your time slot.

FREE Mobile Market is the 3rd Thursday of each month.

In Belleville School District #118 we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone! This year, we are focused on strengthening connections throughout our entire community. A unique part of Belleville is our proximity to Scott AFB, and we are proud to welcome service members and their families into our schools.
To celebrate this important connection and just in time for Veterans Day, we're opening an online Military Appreciation spirit wear store! Please join us in showing our appreciation for all veterans in the Belleville community. Orders are due by October 19, 2025.
Store link: https://tinyurl.com/4y38xwea
To celebrate this important connection and just in time for Veterans Day, we're opening an online Military Appreciation spirit wear store! Please join us in showing our appreciation for all veterans in the Belleville community. Orders are due by October 19, 2025.
Store link: https://tinyurl.com/4y38xwea

WJH 7/8 Girls Basketball Tryout Dates and Times!
7th/8th Grade Girls: October 1st & 2nd 5:30-7:00pm
-Must be Registered to tryout
-Must have a current physical on file
-Must be passing all classes
-Must have all outstanding fee paid
To register, click this link: https://forms.gle/gq8kicAXQ95heZyN8
For any questions, please email Athletic Director Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org
7th/8th Grade Girls: October 1st & 2nd 5:30-7:00pm
-Must be Registered to tryout
-Must have a current physical on file
-Must be passing all classes
-Must have all outstanding fee paid
To register, click this link: https://forms.gle/gq8kicAXQ95heZyN8
For any questions, please email Athletic Director Tim Baum at tbaum@belleville118.org

