Thank you for your service - Happy Veteran's Day
Join us November 13th & 14th for The Outsiders!
🎟️ Tickets are just $5 and LeRoy students get in FREE!
All seats are reserved, so grab yours before they’re gone!
https://events.ticketleap.com/events/leroy
Audience Advisory: Please note our production of The Outsiders contains mature themes, theatrical violence, sudden flashing lights, and prop weapons. Parental guidance suggested (Recommended: ages 13+).
🎟️ Tickets are just $5 and LeRoy students get in FREE!
All seats are reserved, so grab yours before they’re gone!
https://events.ticketleap.com/events/leroy
Audience Advisory: Please note our production of The Outsiders contains mature themes, theatrical violence, sudden flashing lights, and prop weapons. Parental guidance suggested (Recommended: ages 13+).
Today, LHS students had the opportunity to attend the Illinois State University Future Teachers Conference! 🍎
Students explored the field of education, learned more about opportunities in teaching, and got a firsthand look at what a future career in education could look like.
We love seeing our students explore their interests & consider future career paths! Thank you to ISU and Mrs. Levingston for this opportunity!
This morning we surprised our newest National Honor Society members with a surprise wake up call and breakfast at Jack's Cafe! ☕🥞
Congratulations to our 14 new NHS Inductees! Your hard work in scholarship, leadership, service, and character has not gone unnoticed. These outstanding students will be officially inducted into the LeRoy HS Chapter of the National Honor Society on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
A big thank you to Jack's Cafe for hosting our celebration.
NEW MEMBERS:
Reese Buhrmester
Chase Cooley
Halle Gerth
Kane Hardesty
Maddi Hearon
Brett Helfrich
Sawyer Ingram
Ava Jackson
Ella Mennenga
John O’Brien
Maggie O’Brien
Bryce Sparling
Adrienne Underhill
Heidi Wiechman
CURRENT MEMBERS:
Annie Conn
Macy Dean
Peyton Ford
Jacey Hageman
Sadee Owens
Nellie Smith
Gabe Sutter
Madison Timm
Chloe Warlow
Congratulations to our 14 new NHS Inductees! Your hard work in scholarship, leadership, service, and character has not gone unnoticed. These outstanding students will be officially inducted into the LeRoy HS Chapter of the National Honor Society on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
A big thank you to Jack's Cafe for hosting our celebration.
NEW MEMBERS:
Reese Buhrmester
Chase Cooley
Halle Gerth
Kane Hardesty
Maddi Hearon
Brett Helfrich
Sawyer Ingram
Ava Jackson
Ella Mennenga
John O’Brien
Maggie O’Brien
Bryce Sparling
Adrienne Underhill
Heidi Wiechman
CURRENT MEMBERS:
Annie Conn
Macy Dean
Peyton Ford
Jacey Hageman
Sadee Owens
Nellie Smith
Gabe Sutter
Madison Timm
Chloe Warlow
BCA Reminders for Sophomore and Junior Families:
🔵 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Optional - BCA Evening Open House for current & prospective students and families from 5:30–7:00 PM
🔵 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 @ 6:00 AM
BCA Applications open for current Juniors & Sophomores for the 2027–2028 school year.
Mrs. Levingston will email specific information to students.
Rosters are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t wait to apply!
https://www.district87.org/o/bca
🔵 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Optional - BCA Evening Open House for current & prospective students and families from 5:30–7:00 PM
🔵 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 @ 6:00 AM
BCA Applications open for current Juniors & Sophomores for the 2027–2028 school year.
Mrs. Levingston will email specific information to students.
Rosters are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t wait to apply!
https://www.district87.org/o/bca
Job Posting
Attention LHS Parents & Students:
Mark your calendars for some important Bloomington Career Academy (BCA) events and deadlines!
🗓️Key Dates:
🔵 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
Sophomore BCA Career Expo - All LHS sophomores will be bussed to the Interstate Center for the 12:45 PM session.
🔵 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2
BCA Presentation for all LHS Sophomores by Counselor Louise Bailey in the LHS Media Center during Academic Advisory.
🔵 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Optional - BCA Evening Open House for current & prospective students and families from 5:30–7:00 PM
🔵 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 @ 6:00 AM
BCA Applications open for current Juniors & Sophomores for the 2027–2028 school year.
Mrs. Levingston will email specific information to students.
Rosters are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t wait to apply!
https://www.district87.org/o/bca
Each year, local chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) recognize high school seniors as Outstanding Good Citizens.
These students are nominated by teachers and other staff members based on the qualities of: Dependability, Service, Leadership, Scholarship, and Patriotism.
This year's DAR Good Citizen for Le Roy High School is Macy Dean and this year's SAR Good Citizen is Annie Conn.
Congrats Macy and Annie!
These students are nominated by teachers and other staff members based on the qualities of: Dependability, Service, Leadership, Scholarship, and Patriotism.
This year's DAR Good Citizen for Le Roy High School is Macy Dean and this year's SAR Good Citizen is Annie Conn.
Congrats Macy and Annie!
Reminder for SENIORS:
Thank you Illinois Ag in the Classroom!
https://vimeo.com/1234525828/135e9750e7?share=copy&fl=cl&fe=ci
Reminder about JH & HS Parent Teacher Conferences
📅 Wednesday, October 14
📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 3:30–6:15 PM
💻 Format: In person or virtual via Google Meet
📞 To schedule a conference:
Contact Ashley Tucker in the JH/HS Office
(309) 962-2911
📧 tuckera@leroyk12.org
📅 Wednesday, October 14
📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 3:30–6:15 PM
💻 Format: In person or virtual via Google Meet
📞 To schedule a conference:
Contact Ashley Tucker in the JH/HS Office
(309) 962-2911
📧 tuckera@leroyk12.org
Meet our 2026–27 News-Gazette High School Confidential Correspondents
Congratulations to Jacey Hageman and Adrienne Underhill!
Jacey and Adrienne will be reporting on all of the wonderful things happening at LeRoy High School throughout the school year. From academics and activities to athletics, student accomplishments, and everything in between, we can’t wait to see them showcase all the great things happening in Panther Nation!
This is year #11 of High School Confidential, powered by Danville Area Community College.
🏓 Congratulations to Ivan Behrens and Trevor Sparling for winning the 2026 LHS Homecoming Pickleball Tournament! 🏆
This tournament started during the pandemic and has become a fun new Homecoming tradition that is definitely here to stay! 🎉
Our 2026 LeRoy Homecoming King and Queen are Brett Helfrich and Macy Dean!
BRETT HELFRICH
Son of: Rick Helfrich and Gayle Hanlin
Activities: Football, Baseball, Wrestling, Band, Musicals, Key Club, Class Officer, FCA, Madrigal Brass
MACY DEAN
Daughter of: Leland and Chelsea Dean
Activities: Cheerleading, Softball, Band, Student Council President, Class Officer, FFA Officer, Key Club, and National Honor Society.
LeRoy Junior-Senior High School invites families to participate in optional Parent Teacher Conferences on:
📅 Wednesday, October 14
📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 3:30–6:15 PM
Conferences provide an opportunity for individualized, focused dialogue between families, students, and teachers. One of our primary goals is to emphasize the Habits of Success and empower our students to develop academic independence while taking ownership and responsibility for their learning. Parents and families play a critical role in this process!
💻 Format: In person or virtual via Google Meet
📞 To schedule a conference:
Contact Ashley Tucker in the JH/HS Office
(309) 962-2911
📧 tuckera@leroyk12.org
📅 Wednesday, October 14
📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 3:30–6:15 PM
Conferences provide an opportunity for individualized, focused dialogue between families, students, and teachers. One of our primary goals is to emphasize the Habits of Success and empower our students to develop academic independence while taking ownership and responsibility for their learning. Parents and families play a critical role in this process!
💻 Format: In person or virtual via Google Meet
📞 To schedule a conference:
Contact Ashley Tucker in the JH/HS Office
(309) 962-2911
📧 tuckera@leroyk12.org
🏆 Macho Volleyball Results
🥇Sophomores 💛
🥇Juniors ❤️
🏐 2026 Homecoming Court 🐾
2026 LeRoy High School Homecoming Court
From Left to Right
Back Row- Deven Bollhorst, Brett Helfrich, Brycen Umstattd, Tyler Codding, Lucas Hendren
Front Row- Adrienne Underhill, Macy Dean, Annie Conn, Ella Mennenga, Sadee Owens
The 2026 LeRoy High School Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned on Wednesday, September 30th at 6:30 PM. The coronation ceremony will be held at the football field. Following coronation, the girls will compete in a friendly game of flag football with a community bonfire to follow.
Congratulations to our 2026 Homecoming Court!
🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of HOIC Conference Success (2006–2026)! 🏆✨
The Heart of Illinois Conference remains one of the toughest, most competitive conferences in the state! ⚡💪
🎓 🏃What makes the HOIC truly special, unlike traditional athletic conferences, is the HOIC prides itself on also fostering collaboration between schools and providing unique experiences. This includes:
🎨 🎺🎤 Fine Arts events (art, band, and chorus);
💰📜 🍎 Scholarships ($18,000 awarded last year for academic, male athlete, female athlete, fine arts, and career and technical education); and
📚💡Teacher Professional Development.
🏈🏀🏐Athletically, out of all HOIC schools, LeRoy ranks:
1st - Most State Trophies (3 way tie)
1st - Most Regional Titles
2nd - Most Sectional Titles
2nd - Most State Championships (tie)
3rd - Most Football Playoff Appearances
6th - Most HOIC Titles
The Heart of Illinois Conference remains one of the toughest, most competitive conferences in the state! ⚡💪
🎓 🏃What makes the HOIC truly special, unlike traditional athletic conferences, is the HOIC prides itself on also fostering collaboration between schools and providing unique experiences. This includes:
🎨 🎺🎤 Fine Arts events (art, band, and chorus);
💰📜 🍎 Scholarships ($18,000 awarded last year for academic, male athlete, female athlete, fine arts, and career and technical education); and
📚💡Teacher Professional Development.
🏈🏀🏐Athletically, out of all HOIC schools, LeRoy ranks:
1st - Most State Trophies (3 way tie)
1st - Most Regional Titles
2nd - Most Sectional Titles
2nd - Most State Championships (tie)
3rd - Most Football Playoff Appearances
6th - Most HOIC Titles