Ameren Illinois awarded a grant to John and Anita Boone for The Jamie Boone Project. This grant will be used to fill J.A.M.I.E. bags. Each J.A.M.I.E. Bag (Just A Mental Inventory Everyday) is thoughtfully designed for middle school and high school students as a supportive resource during challenging times. Bement CUSD 5 was gifted with 30 J.A.M.I.E. bags thanks to this grant.
Pictured Left to Right: John Boone, Anita Boone, Tammy Nelson – Guidance Counselor, Doug Kepley – MS/HS Principal
Pictured Left to Right: John Boone, Anita Boone, Tammy Nelson – Guidance Counselor, Doug Kepley – MS/HS Principal
BEMENT HOMECOMING
Homecoming will be celebrated on Friday, October 17th, 2025, with “Casino Royale” as the theme.
The following students have been selected as this year’s Homecoming court: Ella Corum, daughter of Angie and Chad Corum of Bement, escorted by Gunnar Auth, son of Sarah Bales of Bement and Dan Auth of Champaign; Sierra Fay, daughter of Julie Fay of Bement and Cory Fay of Bement, escorted by Quinn Flach, son of Ashley and Jeffrey Flach of Bement; Ariel Ponce, daughter of Janet Ponce and Emilio Rodriguez of Bement, escorted by Will Fuson son of Holly and Paul Fuson of Bement; Addison Roberts, daughter of Samantha and Jackie Roberts of Bement, escorted by Avont Jackson, son of Marissa Caban of Lake in the Hills and grandson of Georgina Longoria of Bement.
Kindergarten attendants are: Everly Thorman daughter of Misty Thorman and Jeremy Thorman of Bement and Harrison Price son of Elizabeth and Dane Price of Bement.
The annual Homecoming Parade will begin at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, October 17th with Grand Marshal Kelly Rogers leading the parade. The parade route will begin at the school and continue north on Piatt Street, west on Bodman Street, south on Rt. 105, and east on William Street back to the school.
The 2025 Bement High School Homecoming Coronation will take place on October 18th at 8:00 P.M. in the Walsh Gymnasium. Michelle Gross and Bridget Rund will be inducted into the 2025 Bement High School Hall of Fame. Bement High School juniors, Cassie Block and Makenna Kindred will be the emcees for the coronation. There will be a picture-taking opportunity for the public immediately following the coronation. The dance will begin at approximately 8:30 P.M. and end at 10:30 P.M.
Back row: Avont Jackson, Quinn Flach, Gunnar Auth and Will Fuson
Middle row: Addison Roberts, Ella Corum, Ariel Ponce and Sierra Fay
Front row: Everly Thorman and Harrison Price
Homecoming will be celebrated on Friday, October 17th, 2025, with “Casino Royale” as the theme.
The following students have been selected as this year’s Homecoming court: Ella Corum, daughter of Angie and Chad Corum of Bement, escorted by Gunnar Auth, son of Sarah Bales of Bement and Dan Auth of Champaign; Sierra Fay, daughter of Julie Fay of Bement and Cory Fay of Bement, escorted by Quinn Flach, son of Ashley and Jeffrey Flach of Bement; Ariel Ponce, daughter of Janet Ponce and Emilio Rodriguez of Bement, escorted by Will Fuson son of Holly and Paul Fuson of Bement; Addison Roberts, daughter of Samantha and Jackie Roberts of Bement, escorted by Avont Jackson, son of Marissa Caban of Lake in the Hills and grandson of Georgina Longoria of Bement.
Kindergarten attendants are: Everly Thorman daughter of Misty Thorman and Jeremy Thorman of Bement and Harrison Price son of Elizabeth and Dane Price of Bement.
The annual Homecoming Parade will begin at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, October 17th with Grand Marshal Kelly Rogers leading the parade. The parade route will begin at the school and continue north on Piatt Street, west on Bodman Street, south on Rt. 105, and east on William Street back to the school.
The 2025 Bement High School Homecoming Coronation will take place on October 18th at 8:00 P.M. in the Walsh Gymnasium. Michelle Gross and Bridget Rund will be inducted into the 2025 Bement High School Hall of Fame. Bement High School juniors, Cassie Block and Makenna Kindred will be the emcees for the coronation. There will be a picture-taking opportunity for the public immediately following the coronation. The dance will begin at approximately 8:30 P.M. and end at 10:30 P.M.
Back row: Avont Jackson, Quinn Flach, Gunnar Auth and Will Fuson
Middle row: Addison Roberts, Ella Corum, Ariel Ponce and Sierra Fay
Front row: Everly Thorman and Harrison Price
Homecoming T-shirts are available to purchase for $20. Deadline to order is Wednesday, October 8th. Order online @ https://forms.gle/HHkmQQQjzEJ1oEAG8 or completed forms and payment can be turned in to Mrs. Corum
6th grade students showed off their Elemental Dragon Masks! They designed their three-dimensional mask relating it to one of the elements of water, fire, earth, air or Akasha (space). They folded paper to create a 3-D mask.
The Junior Class is excited to announce our Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser to support the 2026 Bement High School Prom!
Here’s how it works:
Golf balls will be dropped from above onto a designated target at the Homecoming Bonfire on WEDNESDAY, October 15th at 6:45pm.
The golf ball that lands closest to the target wins a prize! We will also have bullseyes sponsored by various businesses to win prizes.
Each $20 ticket gives you one golf ball entry into the drop.
How to Purchase:
Reach out to any Junior student or Mrs. Corum or Mrs. Clodfelter.
Tickets may be purchased with cash or by check (payable to Bement School).
Here’s how it works:
Golf balls will be dropped from above onto a designated target at the Homecoming Bonfire on WEDNESDAY, October 15th at 6:45pm.
The golf ball that lands closest to the target wins a prize! We will also have bullseyes sponsored by various businesses to win prizes.
Each $20 ticket gives you one golf ball entry into the drop.
How to Purchase:
Reach out to any Junior student or Mrs. Corum or Mrs. Clodfelter.
Tickets may be purchased with cash or by check (payable to Bement School).
Join us on Saturday, October 4th, at the football field for a showing of Monsters Inc. Students in the Sports & Entertainment Marketing class are hosting a movie night to raise money for Thanksgiving meals to donate to the First Christian Church for their food drive. The gates will open at 5:45 pm and the movie will start at 6:15 pm. Concessions will be open throughout the movie. Free admission, but donations will be greatly appreciated!
Outside food, drink, and toys are prohibited during the event. Bring your blankets and chairs! We would greatly appreciate your attendance!
Outside food, drink, and toys are prohibited during the event. Bring your blankets and chairs! We would greatly appreciate your attendance!
Jordynn, an area high school student, spoke to our middle school students about bullying and choosing kind. Jordynn did an outstanding job sharing her story making an impact on many of our middle school students.
Big thanks to our guest speakers this week!
Mrs. Leinard’s 8th grade Career Exploration class got to meet with Kirby Medical Center online to learn about healthcare careers, and Deputy Bross stopped by to share about law and public safety.
We’re so grateful for the amazing resources and people who take time to help our students explore future careers!
Mrs. Leinard’s 8th grade Career Exploration class got to meet with Kirby Medical Center online to learn about healthcare careers, and Deputy Bross stopped by to share about law and public safety.
We’re so grateful for the amazing resources and people who take time to help our students explore future careers!
William Fuson, CGB Cross Country, is up for the News Gazette Athlete of the week. Please vote.
https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/prep-sports/athletes-week/
https://www.news-gazette.com/sports/prep-sports/athletes-week/
Mr. Snyder’s 8th grade history class visited Bryant Cottage today. It was a great visit.
Bement Middle School Science students created identical paper airplanes using 3 types of paper. They hypothesized which paper would fly the farthest. Students were able to go outside and test their hypothesis. The 6th grade class thought this was a great way to start a Monday.
Today, Mrs. Leinard’s Sports & Entertainment Marketing class had the privilege of hearing from Cerro Gordo graduate Sophie Ozier, General Manager of the Arkansas Travelers.
She shared her journey from internships with the St. Louis Blues and Fox Sports Midwest to entry-level positions and ultimately becoming GM of a Double-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners. Sophie encouraged students to pursue their passions and reminded them that a career in sports marketing is possible—starting right here in our hometown.
She shared her journey from internships with the St. Louis Blues and Fox Sports Midwest to entry-level positions and ultimately becoming GM of a Double-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners. Sophie encouraged students to pursue their passions and reminded them that a career in sports marketing is possible—starting right here in our hometown.
Bement High School Homecoming 2025
With the establishment of the new football cooperative with Arcola and Cerro Gordo-Bement (CGB), Bement High School will proudly continue its long-standing tradition of Homecoming festivities in October. Please note that a Homecoming football game will not take place in Bement this year. Instead, the varsity football game will be played at Tri-County on Saturday, October 18th, at 1:00 PM.
With the establishment of the new football cooperative with Arcola and Cerro Gordo-Bement (CGB), Bement High School will proudly continue its long-standing tradition of Homecoming festivities in October. Please note that a Homecoming football game will not take place in Bement this year. Instead, the varsity football game will be played at Tri-County on Saturday, October 18th, at 1:00 PM.
CGB sports updates for Tuesday, August 19, 2025
JH softball game - starts at 5:30 @ CG (students will ride over to CG at 2:50)
JH baseball game - starts at 5:30 @ CG (students will ride over to CG at 2:50)
HS XC practice - starts at 6:30-7:45 (Bement bus leaves at 6:10)
JH XC & HS VB practice will be inside after school as scheduled
JH softball game - starts at 5:30 @ CG (students will ride over to CG at 2:50)
JH baseball game - starts at 5:30 @ CG (students will ride over to CG at 2:50)
HS XC practice - starts at 6:30-7:45 (Bement bus leaves at 6:10)
JH XC & HS VB practice will be inside after school as scheduled
Bement Middle/High School is off to a great start in the 2025-2026 school year!
Sports Update for 8/18/25
Due to heat the following changes have been made to sporting events tonight (Monday August 18)
JH Softball - game at 6pm in Neoga (bus will leave Bement at 2:50 / CG at 3:45)
JH Baseball - practice will be inside at the HS/Elem building after school
JH XC - practice will be inside at the HS after school
HS XC - practice will start at 7:00pm at CG (bus will leave Bement at 6:40pm)
HS VB - No change
Due to heat the following changes have been made to sporting events tonight (Monday August 18)
JH Softball - game at 6pm in Neoga (bus will leave Bement at 2:50 / CG at 3:45)
JH Baseball - practice will be inside at the HS/Elem building after school
JH XC - practice will be inside at the HS after school
HS XC - practice will start at 7:00pm at CG (bus will leave Bement at 6:40pm)
HS VB - No change
JH Softball game update for today, 8/18/25
Due to the heat the softball game will start in Neoga at 6:00 tonight. Varsity game only / NO B INNINGS!
Students will dismiss at 2:45 at Bement with the other athletes, ride over to CG and then leave for the game at 3:45 from CG.
Due to the heat the softball game will start in Neoga at 6:00 tonight. Varsity game only / NO B INNINGS!
Students will dismiss at 2:45 at Bement with the other athletes, ride over to CG and then leave for the game at 3:45 from CG.
The Bement Middle/High School Parent Open House will be held on Wednesday, August 20th from 6:30-7:30 PM. Please enter door #10. Mr. Salefski, Industrial Technology, and Mr. Rogers, Physical Education and Drivers Education, will be in the gym lobby. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday evening.
JH baseball and JH Cross Country start today (Aug 4th). Practices are in Cerro Gordo this week.
The bus for practices will leave Bement High School at 3:10 and should return between 5:50 and 6:00.
JH Baseball is for all 6th-8th graders.
JH Cross Country is for all 5th-8th graders!
Athletes must have their physicals turned into the office, or brought to practice in order to participate in practice.
The bus for practices will leave Bement High School at 3:10 and should return between 5:50 and 6:00.
JH Baseball is for all 6th-8th graders.
JH Cross Country is for all 5th-8th graders!
Athletes must have their physicals turned into the office, or brought to practice in order to participate in practice.
This is a reminder that in person registration will be available for Bement families on Wednesday, July 30 from 8:30-10:30 AM and 4:00-6:00 PM if you need assistance with the online registration process. We're looking forward to a great school year!