Yearbook group pictures will be taken next Wednesday, February 23. The following groups will be taken: Scholastic Bowl, Student Council, Beta Club, Chorus, and Band.
Did you know that this year…next Tuesday will be 2.22.22???? We’re going to celebrate the unique day that won’t ever happen again! Students can celebrate it by wearing your favorite TUTU to school or Double Up on clothing or accessories…for example wear 2 shirts, 2 different socks, 2 necklaces…be creative! If you participate, you’ll receive a Raider Buck!
The Scholastic Bowl team will travel to South Pekin for a meet at 3:30 PM.
Good luck Raiders!
The Volleyball team will host Greenview tonight. Game time is 6:00 PM.
Good luck Lady Raiders!
Thanks to Jeff Neikirk of 5 Star Water, we had six sets of Rivermen Hockey tickets to give away! Thirty-two students who worked super hard to TAKE RESPONSIBILITY the last two quarters were entered into a drawing, and these are our winners. Thank you Mr. Neikirk and our awesome Raiders!
Mrs. Fisher's 7th Grade ELA class was working hard on Word Matrices and responding to a Journal Prompt about what inspires them. Nice job following the Raider PATH class!
Happy Valentine's Day! #MCRaiderNation
Middle School teachers love it when students share their special talents with us. Isaac Mangold got a 3D printer for Christmas. Isaac has been experimenting with his printer to make some awesome projects. Brook Byrd received a wood burner for a Christmas gift. Brook made Mrs. Appell a name sign as a special gift. Awesome job Isaac and Brook!!
Students are enjoying their new Scratch Project where they create games!
Congrats Scholastic Bowl!!!! The first game was won 180-175; second game won 65-25. #MCRaiderNation
Progress Reports will be passed out today.
The volleyball team is on the road tonight traveling to North Fulton. Game time is 6:00 PM.
Good luck Lady Raiders!!
Check out the new homework pages on the MCMS website and app!
The Scholastic Bowl will have their first meet tonight! We are hosting Edison tonight at 3:30 PM.
Good luck Raiders!
The volleyball team will travel to Tremont tonight.
Good luck Lady Raiders!
Dear Midwest Central #191 employees, students, and families,
I write to ask for your patience and understanding as our district navigates the latest changes to the COVID-19 guidance and rules for Illinois schools.
On Friday night a Sangamon County judge ruled on a lawsuit filed on behalf of students, parents and employees against ISBE, IDPH, and 146 school districts across the state that challenged state-mandated COVID-19 mitigations. The judge ruled in favor of the parents and stuck down all mandates from the state including ISBE and IDPH regarding masks, vaccination, testing, etc.
We have been reviewing all the information in the judge’s decision and been in contact with school district attorneys to better understand how the ruling may apply to those of us not involved in the suit. The ruling and temporary restraining order issued only applies to the parties named in the lawsuit, and Midwest Central was not named in the lawsuit. The judge denied a motion to have her decision applied to all students, staff, and employees state wide earlier in the proceedings.
The Attorney General’s office immediately filed motion to stay (pause) the decision which could be ruled on in the next couple of days. They also filed a motion to appeal the decision in the appellate courts. This appellate court decision will either uphold or overturn the circuit court decision. An appellate court decision will establish precedent and most likely apply to all schools statewide. The appellate court will rule very quickly. It is anticipated that the ruling will be overturned at the appellate level.
Many districts have called emergency meetings and are voting to change their rules. While we have no concern about what they choose to do we are taking a more measured approach. We have seen time and time again where decisions have come out on a Friday at 5:00 PM only to have things change Monday morning. Although this ruling doesn’t apply to our district directly, it has opened the door to possible changes coming very soon to all Illinois Schools. As soon as we have made a decision that is best for our district, we will communicate that to you.
Thank you for your continued support of our students, teachers, and staff. While it has been a challenging 2 years, we will continue to push forward together.
Sincerely,
Dr. Todd Hellrigel
Students - Beta Club is hosting a Valentine's dance on February 11 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Admission is $2.00.
Hope to see you there!
The volleyball team will host Rankin tonight at 6:00 PM.
The theme is “Blue Out” so come dressed in blue to show your support!
Good luck Lady Raiders!
Join our team!
All Midwest Central schools are closed tomorrow February 3rd. Games, practices, and the board meeting are all cancelled. Stay safe and warm!
