Happy New Year to all! The 2026 Rose Bowl parade featured the Madison Band Director, Bernard Long, Jr. I've captured the portion of the parade that featured the Band Directors Marching Band HERE. Mr. Long appears for a split second at 3:43. Congratulations to Mr. Long for being chosen for this band and continuing to be an inspiration for all of the Madison CUSD 12 students!

4 days ago, Jim Nickerson

Madison Band Director, Bernard Long, Jr., was featured on KSDK talking about his upcoming participation in the Rose Bowl parade. Click HERE to watch the report with anchor, Mercedes Mackay.

10 days ago, Jim Nickerson

Bernard Long, Jr. to march in 2026 Rose Parade® with the “Band Directors' Marching Band”

Bernard Long, Jr, the Band Director in the Madison CUSD#12 school district in Madison, IL , has been selected to join a marching band of more than 300 band directors from across North America in the Pasadena Rose Parade® on January 1, 2026. The band will accompany a colorful, animated float along the 5.5-mile parade route. Bernard was also selected to be the principal drum set percussionist in the inaugural 2026 Rose Parade-Saluting American band Director Jazz Band. Click HERE to read the entire document (1 page).

21 days ago, Jim Nickerson

Bernard Long Christmas Program recording (12.12.25): Click HERE

We hope everyone has a joyous and safe holiday season and a Happy New Year!

21 days ago, Jim Nickerson

Senior High Fall 2025 Final Exam Schedule

Monday, December 15, 2025: Students follow their regular schedule. Review with classes for Final Exams (Go over study guides, play review games, let students study, etc.)

Tuesday, December 16, 2025: (1st Hour, 6th Hour Finals)

Advisory (8:30 - 9:00) 30 minutes

1st Hour Final Exam: (9:02 - 10:22) 80 minutes

6th Hour Final Exam: (10:24 - 11:44) 80 minutes

Lunch in Cafeteria: (11:46 - 12:16) 30 minutes

Dismissal time: 12:16 PM

Teachers: Use the remaining time to grade Final Exams and update grades.

Wednesday, December 17, 2025: (2nd Hour, 7th Hour Finals)

Advisory (8:30 - 9:00) 30 minutes

2nd Hour Final Exam: (9:02 - 10:22) 80 minutes

7th Hour Final Exam: (10:24 - 11:44) 80 minutes

Lunch in Cafeteria: (11:46 - 12:16) 30 minutes

Dismissal time: 12:16 PM

Teachers: Use the remaining time to grade Final Exams and update grades.

Thursday, December 18, 2025: (3rd Hour, 8th Hour Finals)

Advisory (8:30 - 9:00) 30 minutes

3rd Hour Final Exam: (9:02 - 10:22) 80 minutes

8th Hour Final Exam: (10:24 - 11:44) 80 minutes

Lunch in Cafeteria: (11:46 - 12:16) 30 minutes

Dismissal time: 12:16 PM

Friday: 1 hour early dismissal

Have a wonderful holiday!

21 days ago, Jim Nickerson
Madison Family, Due to icy road conditions in the district, Madison CUSD 12 will not be in session today, December 2, 2025.
about 1 month ago, Andrew Reinking

Due to the impending weather forecast, the "after school" program at Bernard Long and all other district activities have been canceled for today (12/1/2025).

about 1 month ago, Jim Nickerson
November students of the month at Madison Jr. High
6th - Collin McDaniel
7th - Felipe Mendez
8th - Raihjhu Blackwell
Congratulations!
about 1 month ago, Jim Nickerson
Hello Madison Junior/Senior High School parents! 5-week Second Quarter Progress Reports are issued to your child, expect grades today.
about 2 months ago, Juan Gardner
Madison Senior High School Students of the Month:
August: 9th - Jacob Belford
10th - Christeona Edmond
11th - Alice Mentes
12th - Iman Jennings
September: 9th - Lauren Newsome
10th - Taylor Lucas
11th - Ja'Erica Brown
12th - Anthony Adams
October: 9th - Tyler Jackson
10th - Ezekial Bernard
11th - Tyesha Carter
12th - Octavia Hubbard
about 2 months ago, Jim Nickerson
Parents - when you have a moment, please read the attached document concerning hoof, mouth and hand disease. Several area school districts have been reporting cases and we want out students to be healthy and safe. Have a great weekend.
about 2 months ago, Jim Nickerson
hoofandmouth
Madison Jr. High School October Students of the Month
6th Grade: Lauren Washington
7th Grade: Camille Barge
8th Grade: DaShon Bingham
Congratulations!
2 months ago, Jim Nickerson
Madison Jr. High September Students of the Month
6th - Miranda Samuels
7th - Zhia Butler
8th - Riahjhu Blackwell
Congratulations to these students!
3 months ago, Jim Nickerson

Madison Junior High School August Students of the Month are:
6th Grade: DeRiyan Jognson
7th Grade: Jamya Horton
8th Grade: Delarria Harmon
Congratulations!

4 months ago, Jim Nickerson
Madison Family, With the start of the school year our school offices have become very busy. In an effort to serve our students and families efficiently, we will conduct registration on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am till Noon starting Tuesday, August 26, 2025. See the attachment for the items needed for registration. Having all of these with you when you register your student will make the process as efficient as possible.
5 months ago, Andrew Reinking
Items Needed for Registration
Good morning from the madison transportation department. we are down a few buses. please be patient with us. we will get to all students as soon as we can. Thank you for your patiences
5 months ago, Eretha Johnson
Madison Family, Come visit your child's school and meet their teacher for the upcoming school year. We will have an open house August 12th, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. We look forward to seeing you!
5 months ago, Andrew Reinking
Open House
Madison Family, The first day of student attendance, August 13th, is fast approaching. If you have not already done so, please register your student before the first day of school.
5 months ago, Andrew Reinking

Madison Family,

We are excited about the start of the new school year and having your studnets back in our buildings. Staff have been working hard to make sure that everything is ready for when our students arrive.

In the near future, you will be receiving information about bus routes, and open house information.

If you have any questions please contact your student's building or the board office.

We look forward to partnering with you to make this a great year for our students!

5 months ago, Andrew Reinking
First Day of School August, 13th
Madison Family,

The 2025-2026 school year is fast approaching and we wanted to remind you of in person registration on July 30th, from 1:00pm to 6:30pm and July 31st, from 9:00am to Noon.

Registration for studnets in grades Pre-K through 5th grade will be at Bernard Long Elementary.

Registration for studnets in grades 6th through 12th grade will be at the Jr/Sr High School Building.

We look forward to you joining us for this school year.
5 months ago, Andrew Reinking
Student Registration July 30th, 1:00pm to 6:30pm and July 31st, 9:00am to Noon