Futures Unlimited- Decatur, Illinois

🎓 3rd Quarter Graduation Celebration! 🎓

We’re proud to share photos from our recent 3rd Quarter Graduation, and what an incredible milestone it was!

So far this school year, over 100 students have graduated from our program. That’s a number we typically don’t reach until 4th quarter, making this year especially exciting and a testament to the hard work and determination of our students.

Every graduate represents perseverance, growth, and a commitment to finishing what they started. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of them and grateful to the families, staff, and partner schools who support these students along the way.

Congratulations to our graduates! 👏
Take a moment to check out some highlights from the ceremony below.

Thanks again for stopping by!

12-10-25 Futures Field Trip Summary: ADM Experience
Futures students from Mrs. Larrison’s Ag Science class, along with several December graduates, had an exciting and immersive learning experience during their recent field trip to Archer Daniels Midland. They began their day at ADM’s North American Headquarters, setting the stage for a behind-the-scenes look at ADM’s Decatur operations. While visiting the Trade Floor, students learned about negotiating procurements from local farmers and how the transportation division includes rail, water and trucking opportunities throughout the country.
Students then loaded ADM shuttle buses and participated in a Decatur Complex tour, which included gaining knowledge about processing corn and soybeans into products like ethanol, sweeteners, and supplements. Moving on to ADM Trucking operations, ADM employees provided insight into the logistics and transportation systems that support a global organization.
The Global Training Center in downtown Decatur was the final stop, where students engaged in practical, hands-on learning, reinforcing real-world applications of safety standards and procedures used in industrial environments. Students also received an ADM company overview and product showcase, helping them understand ADM’s global impact, diverse product portfolio, and career pathways.
A highlight of the day was a pizza lunch with ADM colleagues, where professionals rotated tables every 15 minutes. This allowed students to ask questions, hear career stories, and gain valuable networking experience in an informal and welcoming setting.
Students also learned about pathway options and next steps for employment at ADM, including internships, training programs, and entry-level opportunities designed to support future careers. The visit concluded with students receiving ADM swag bags, serving as a memorable takeaway from a day filled with learning, exploration, and inspiration.
Overall, the field trip provided Futures students with meaningful exposure to career possibilities, workplace culture, and hands-on experiences at one of the world’s leading companies.

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Happy Halloween, everyone! 🎃 Our students and staff are getting into the spooky spirit, and we hope you are too! From our awesome students with Mr. Sanders to our staff's creative (and a little bit wild!) UNO card costumes, we're having a blast.

Wishing you all a safe and fun Halloween night filled with treats, not tricks! Stay safe out there! 👻