Mattoon Community Unit School District 2

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Celebrating Success on the 2025 School Report Card

For the second consecutive year, all Mattoon CUSD #2 schools earned a Commendable Rating from the Illinois State Board of Education, thanks to aligned improvement efforts from the district, building, department, teacher, and student levels. 

The 2025 Illinois Report Card - available at mcusd2.org/ILreportcard - is a snapshot of school performance data from the 2024-25 school year. The state’s rating for all schools is based on multiple metrics, including academic growth, proficiency, attendance, and graduation rate, for which schools earn a number of points. 

In grades 3-8, the largest component for school designation is student growth, accounting for 50% of the overall score. According to the Illinois State Board of Education, the weight of this metric is because “Growth is responsive to changes in classroom structures and practices.” As reflected in the 2025 Illinois Report Card, growth as a district either met or exceeded the state in Math on the IAR. 

Not only did Mattoon CUSD #2 see continued growth in academics, but they also noted an impressive ‘9th Grade on Track’ score - exceeding the state average and boasting their second highest score in eight years. This outcome should directly result in an overall increase in their graduation rates, as evidenced by this year's Illinois Report Card, which shows growth of nearly 10% from last year's score.

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From Trunk-or-Treats to Haunted Houses, thanks for celebrating October with us in all the best ways! Check out pictures from our some of our events below. 

Franklin Preschool held their annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat event on Thursday, October 23. Staff welcomed kids in costumes as they passed out candy.

Williams Elementary School families gathered outdoors on Thursday, October 23 for a night full of fall fun at the annual Trunk-or-Treat event. The back parking lot came alive with decorated trunks and creative costumes. Guests enjoyed hot dogs, candy, and books while visiting each festive table. The event brought together students, families, and staff for a safe, fun-filled evening.

This month, LIFT students and staff put their creativity to work transforming part of the building into one of Mattoon’s most anticipated Halloween attractions, the annual LIFT Tower of Terror Haunted House. Coordinated by Mr. Dan Compton and a dedicated team of LIFT students and staff, the project has become a favorite Mattoon Trunk or Treat tradition, drawing families from across the region.

More than a Halloween event, the Haunted House reflects what happens at LIFT every day. Students from over 20 school districts come together to collaborate, create, and lead. Whether designing, building, organizing, or managing logistics, students from every career pathway have a chance to contribute in their own way. This project, allows them to apply their skills in meaningful, community-centered ways.

Franklin Preschool

Breakfast honoring all of the veterans in our preschool students’ family. This will be followed by a Veteran’s Day Parade where students will honor the veterans as they walk around the school. Will conclude with the presentation of colors by the MHS ROTC. 

Riddle Elementary

Student leaders will welcome veterans. There will be a brief presentation and then a performance from the 2nd-grade choir. Riddle will thank the veterans and discuss their contributions. Will conclude with Veterans walking through the decorated building for an honorary parade.

All Mattoon Schools

Mattoon High School

The MHS JROTC program is offering breakfast and a program honoring local veterans.

Williams Elementary

Veterans will be recognized by their service branch. K-5 students will perform. Veterans will be served an honors brunch.

LIFT

Drive through style lunch made by the Culinary floor. Veterans will drive through LIFT to pick up the meal at no charge as well as an appreciation bag with student-created crests from their branch of the military. Anyone who drives through as a non-Veteran can purchase a meal with the funds being donated to our local Coles County Veterans Support Coalition. 

All Mattoon Schools

Tuesday, November 11 will be a non-student attendance day in honor of Veterans Day.

Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in our schools? We’re currently hiring substitute teachers, custodians, and paraprofessionals, along with school psychologists, special education teachers, and transportation team members. If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference in our schools, we’d love to have you on board. Apply today and help us continue building brighter futures!

Did you know on ParentSquare, you can check all of your events and sign-ups & RSVPs in one spot? These features allow you to stay up-to-date with events at each of your student's buildings. You can also utilize features such as 'Add to Calendar', RSVP to an event, and sign up for volunteer opportunities directly through ParentSquare!

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All of our building information - addresses, phone numbers, regular and early dismissal school hours, and office hours - can all be found on our website's Contact Us page. Please note that November 10th will be an early dismissal day to allow for Teacher Institute.

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