Mattoon Community Unit School District 2

Check out Episode 10 of Beyond the Classroom to hear from our seniors and senior guidance counselor!  

"Katie takes the time to truly understand each child's individual needs, strengths, and challenges, and then adapt to their care to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. Whether it is staying late to comfort a child, thoughtfully planning enriching activities, or maintaining open and supportive communication with families. She goes beyond what is asked of her each and every day. It is such a joy to work with someone like Katie. She definitely adds value to the district by creating a positive, supportive learning environment where students thrive academically and emotionally."

"Bensyn was in my kindergarten class and still stops in my room every morning to say hello. I love our conversations about his amazing attendance this year and his academic growth! He tells me how much he loves coming to school! He is making great choices and I couldn't be more proud of him!"

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Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation has awarded five Community Engagement grants through the Mattoon Foundation for Academic Excellence Fund. The awards were presented on November 5, 2025 at Elevate CCIC during the foundation’s Fall Grant Reception.

Rachel Schafer received $1,600 for the recycling grant this year from the Foundation to continue the Recycling Program started at Arland D. Williams Jr. Elementary School last year.

Schafer received another grant, along with Jodi Maleske, to be used for educational Family Game Nights at Williams and Riddle Elementary Schools. Both Schafer and Maleske received $1,000. 

Tracey Perry received $1,000, with funds going towards the Franklin Preschool Parent Advisory team. 

Vincent Walk received $10,000 to support the Financial Literacy program started last year for parents, students, and community partners. 

The Mattoon Foundation for Academic Excellence operates under Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation, established in 2009 through a merger of Effingham County Community Foundation and Mattoon Area Community Foundation, and serves communities in southeastern Illinois. 

Mattoon High School (MHS) proudly welcomed six new members into its Athletic Wall of Fame during the 2026 Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Friday, January 9.

New members include Benjamin Capitosti, Madden Johnson, Cale Kimbro, Kameron Lathrop, Isabella Masse, and Blair Powers. In addition to honoring the newest inductees, Dave Vieth, former MHS Athletic Director, was also recognized for his induction into the Illinois Athletic Directors Association Hall of Fame.

Franklin Preschool's Student Lighthouse Team met for the first time in January. Students on the team were selected for their exemplary leadership skills. During this meeting, students discussed and learned about different organizations to consider for Franklin Preschool's upcoming Coin Wars.

Students also discussed potential celebration ideas to reward Franklin students for meeting their SWIG of reading over 10,000 books.

Teacher's Institute

There will be no student attendance on Friday, February 13th due to a Teacher's Institute.

President's Day

Mattoon schools will be closed in observance of President's Day.