Big-time recognition for one of our own!
Congratulations to MCMS Coach Jeff Thompson on being named the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association - IL Junior High - Coach of the Year for 2026!
Coach Thompson led an incredible season, finishing with a 25–5 record and an impressive postseason run:
• Regional Champions (28–27 vs. IC)
• Sectional Champions (37–35 vs. Mossville)
• Back-to-back 8-2A State appearances
• Elite 8 finish in 2026
This achievement highlights the passion, commitment, and excellence he brings to the program every single day.
We are proud of you, Coach Thompson! #MCRaiderNationProud
Congratulations to MCMS Coach Jeff Thompson on being named the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association - IL Junior High - Coach of the Year for 2026!
Coach Thompson led an incredible season, finishing with a 25–5 record and an impressive postseason run:
• Regional Champions (28–27 vs. IC)
• Sectional Champions (37–35 vs. Mossville)
• Back-to-back 8-2A State appearances
• Elite 8 finish in 2026
This achievement highlights the passion, commitment, and excellence he brings to the program every single day.
We are proud of you, Coach Thompson! #MCRaiderNationProud
What a great night of music!
Our Primary School 5th Grade Band and Middle School Band delivered an outstanding Spring Concert, showcasing their hard work and growth throughout the year. From first notes to final bows, it was a performance our students and community can be proud of.
A big thank you to our band directors and staff for their dedication, and to our families and community members who came out to support our student musicians. Your support makes all the difference!
Great job to all of our performers—your hard work truly shined on stage! #MCRaiderNationProud
Our Primary School 5th Grade Band and Middle School Band delivered an outstanding Spring Concert, showcasing their hard work and growth throughout the year. From first notes to final bows, it was a performance our students and community can be proud of.
A big thank you to our band directors and staff for their dedication, and to our families and community members who came out to support our student musicians. Your support makes all the difference!
Great job to all of our performers—your hard work truly shined on stage! #MCRaiderNationProud
School Nurse Appreciation Day – May 6
Today we recognize our amazing school nurses for the care, compassion, and support provided to our students each day.
From band-aids to big concerns, you are a steady and trusted presence in our schools. Thank you for everything you do to keep our students safe and healthy!
#MCRaiderNationProud
An incredible honor for one MVR (Most Valuable Raider)!
We are proud to celebrate MCMS Girls Basketball coach, Rhonda Fisher on being selected to the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame—an elite recognition reserved for the very best in the game. She was inducted on Saturday, May 3rd.
Rhonda's impact over 27 years of coaching is nothing short of remarkable:
• 421 Career WINS
• 6 Regional Championships
• 2 Sectional Championships
• 8AAA State Runner-Up (2009) with a 24–2 record
This recognition reflects years of dedication, leadership, and a lasting commitment to student-athletes both on and off the court.
We are SO proud of this well-deserved honor and grateful for the legacy she continues to inspire in our program. #MCRaiderNationProud
Teacher Appreciation Day – May 5
Today we celebrate the incredible teachers of Midwest Central! Your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students make a difference every single day.
Thank you for inspiring, supporting, and shaping the future of Raider Nation—we are so grateful for all that you do.
#MCRaiderNationProud
Today we celebrate the incredible teachers of Midwest Central! Your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students make a difference every single day.
Thank you for inspiring, supporting, and shaping the future of Raider Nation—we are so grateful for all that you do.
#MCRaiderNationProud
🏃♂️➡️ Raiders MS Track 🏃
📅 Monday, May 4, 2026
📅 vs Olympia, Georgetowne, Hartem, Broadmoor, Our Saviour, Peoria St. Jude
🎴 8th Grade Recognition Night
🕒 4:15 PM
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 6154
📅 Monday, May 4, 2026
📅 vs Olympia, Georgetowne, Hartem, Broadmoor, Our Saviour, Peoria St. Jude
🎴 8th Grade Recognition Night
🕒 4:15 PM
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 6154
🏃♂️➡️ Raiders MS Track 🏃
📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
🛣️ @ Pekin
🎴 Pekin Invitational Meet
🚌 7:30 AM HS; 7:45 AM MS
🕒 9:00 AM
📌 320 Stadium Drive Pekin, IL 61554
📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
🛣️ @ Pekin
🎴 Pekin Invitational Meet
🚌 7:30 AM HS; 7:45 AM MS
🕒 9:00 AM
📌 320 Stadium Drive Pekin, IL 61554
We had a great time celebrating our lunch heroes today!
Across all our buildings, we recognized the incredible staff who keep our cafeterias running and our students fueled each day. From preparing meals to creating welcoming spaces, their hard work makes a difference we appreciate more than words can say.
Thank you to our lunch heroes for all you do for our students and schools!
Across all our buildings, we recognized the incredible staff who keep our cafeterias running and our students fueled each day. From preparing meals to creating welcoming spaces, their hard work makes a difference we appreciate more than words can say.
Thank you to our lunch heroes for all you do for our students and schools!
May 1st is a BIG Day at Midwest Central!
Today we’re celebrating both School Lunch Hero Day AND School Principal Day!
To our incredible cafeteria staff: thank you for fueling our students each day with warm meals, friendly smiles, and constant care. You truly keep our school running!
And to our amazing principals: thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless hours you pour into supporting our students, staff, and families. Your impact reaches far beyond the school walls!
We are lucky to have such hardworking, caring people serving our school community every single day. If you see one of our Lunch Heroes or Principals today, be sure to share a thank you!
Today we’re celebrating both School Lunch Hero Day AND School Principal Day!
To our incredible cafeteria staff: thank you for fueling our students each day with warm meals, friendly smiles, and constant care. You truly keep our school running!
And to our amazing principals: thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless hours you pour into supporting our students, staff, and families. Your impact reaches far beyond the school walls!
We are lucky to have such hardworking, caring people serving our school community every single day. If you see one of our Lunch Heroes or Principals today, be sure to share a thank you!
May Menus
🧠 Raiders MS Scholastic Bowl 🧠
📅 Wednesday, April 29, 2026
🛣️ @ Cornerstone Christian Academy
🎴 IESA Regionals
🚌 2:45 PM
🕒 4:00 PM
📌 22017 E. 1200 North Road, Bloomington
📅 Wednesday, April 29, 2026
🛣️ @ Cornerstone Christian Academy
🎴 IESA Regionals
🚌 2:45 PM
🕒 4:00 PM
📌 22017 E. 1200 North Road, Bloomington
🏃♂️➡️ Raiders MS Track 🏃
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🏠 vs DeeMack, Rankin, Galesburg JH, CLA
🎴 Regular Season Meet
🕒 4:15 PM
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 61546
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🏠 vs DeeMack, Rankin, Galesburg JH, CLA
🎴 Regular Season Meet
🕒 4:15 PM
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 61546
Happy School Transportation Staff Appreciation Day! 🚌 Today we celebrate and thank our amazing staff who safely transport our students each day with care, patience, and a friendly smile. Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons—you play a vital role in our school community. We are so grateful for all that you do to keep our students safe and supported!
Due to the weather, Track practice is cancelled tonight.
6th Grade Student Spotlight – Quinton Hummel
Quinton has been working hard to get caught up and stay on track. He’s taken initiative to seek out his missing assignments and shows great responsibility as a self-starter.
We’re proud of the effort and progress he’s making—keep it up, Quinton!
#MCRaiderNationProud
Quinton has been working hard to get caught up and stay on track. He’s taken initiative to seek out his missing assignments and shows great responsibility as a self-starter.
We’re proud of the effort and progress he’s making—keep it up, Quinton!
#MCRaiderNationProud
🏃♂️➡️ Raiders MS Track 🏃
📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
🛣️ @ Washington
🎴 St Mary's Relays
🚌 7:15 AM HS; 7:30 AM MS
🕒 9:30 AM
📌 101 W Madison St, Metamora, IL
📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
🛣️ @ Washington
🎴 St Mary's Relays
🚌 7:15 AM HS; 7:30 AM MS
🕒 9:30 AM
📌 101 W Madison St, Metamora, IL
Some Raiders were struggling to remember their ages today while celebrating Dress Up Like a Grandparent.
Happy Friday Raiders!
Happy Friday Raiders!
A New Look for the MCMS Softball Field!
The MCMS softball diamond in Green Valley has undergone an incredible transformation!
A huge THANK YOU to Brent Breedlove (BEB Excavating), along with Coach Weaver, Coach Goetze, and Dr. Hellrigel for their time, effort, and commitment to improving our facilities for our student-athletes.
With new resurfacing, fresh dirt, and updated field markings—including bases, home plate, and a pitching rubber—the field is ready for action.
We can’t wait to see our Raiders take the field this this beautifully updated diamond next season!
The MCMS softball diamond in Green Valley has undergone an incredible transformation!
A huge THANK YOU to Brent Breedlove (BEB Excavating), along with Coach Weaver, Coach Goetze, and Dr. Hellrigel for their time, effort, and commitment to improving our facilities for our student-athletes.
With new resurfacing, fresh dirt, and updated field markings—including bases, home plate, and a pitching rubber—the field is ready for action.
We can’t wait to see our Raiders take the field this this beautifully updated diamond next season!
Strong Showing at Lewiston Invitational!
Congratulations to the Midwest Central Track Team on a great night of competition!
Top finishes included:
Kinley Hilst – 1st (7th grade 400)
Nora Dierker – 2nd (8th grade 400)
Zoey Carrol – 2nd (7th grade 200)
Kloe Patterson – 3rd (8th grade 200)
7th grade 4x200 relay – 2nd place
8th grade girls team – 1st place
For the boys:
John Brackney – 3rd (7th grade 200)
Mason Crockett – 5th (8th grade 200), 4th (shot put)
Liam Frank – 5th (400)
Cade Nelson – 5th (7th grade shot put)
Great effort all around—way to represent!
#MCRaiderNationProud
Congratulations to the Midwest Central Track Team on a great night of competition!
Top finishes included:
Kinley Hilst – 1st (7th grade 400)
Nora Dierker – 2nd (8th grade 400)
Zoey Carrol – 2nd (7th grade 200)
Kloe Patterson – 3rd (8th grade 200)
7th grade 4x200 relay – 2nd place
8th grade girls team – 1st place
For the boys:
John Brackney – 3rd (7th grade 200)
Mason Crockett – 5th (8th grade 200), 4th (shot put)
Liam Frank – 5th (400)
Cade Nelson – 5th (7th grade shot put)
Great effort all around—way to represent!
#MCRaiderNationProud
Congratulations to our 20M PACER Test High Score Leaders! Your hard work, endurance, and determination are impressive!
8th Grade: Easton Rogers (101), Jaina Butler (80)
7th Grade: Reid Sidders (100), Peyton Brienen (76)
6th Grade: Sean Guy (70), Arley Barnett (51)
Keep pushing and setting the standard, Raiders!
8th Grade: Easton Rogers (101), Jaina Butler (80)
7th Grade: Reid Sidders (100), Peyton Brienen (76)
6th Grade: Sean Guy (70), Arley Barnett (51)
Keep pushing and setting the standard, Raiders!
