Schools

There is a shortage of school bus drivers nationwide including here in our area.

The Quincy Public Schools Board of Education, Superintendent Roy Webb and several Quincy Public School Coaches (who have volunteered their time) have put together a very special day today for some outstanding students. An amazing group of kids from Teen Reach have earned the opportunity to play a special kickball game on the turf of Flinn Stadium this afternoon.

On Saturday, August 4, at 10:30 a.m., Quincy Public Schools will host a building dedication ceremony to commemorate the opening of the Iles Elementary School located at 3111 N. 12th Street.

Applebee's in Quincy wants to help parents save a little money during the back to school shopping season.

Attention all teachers! I am sure you are all enjoying your summer vacation, but as they say, all good things must come to an end. School will be here before you know it. And Target wants to help all teachers get back to school this fall by saving you money.

Mark your calendars! The fourth annual Homecoming Kick-Off Hot Air Balloon Glow is back at Quincy University!

Let's see how well you do in matching the school location with it's new name.

The year was 1981. Nationally, Jimmy Carter left the presidency. Ronald Reagan became the 40th President of the United States in January of that year. The Iran Hostage crisis finally came to an end. Locally, the Quincy Senior High School Basketball Blue Devils captured the Illinois State 2A Championship with a win over Proviso East High School and the Liberty Eagles took 4th place after losing to Cairo in Champaign in the Class 1A Basketball Tournament.

A Buddy Bench at a school playground is where a student can sit when they need a "buddy", whether it's from bullying, depression or just needs a friend.

Summer vacation might have just started, but if Quincy Public School parents want to get a jump start on school supply shopping, we've got your list.