Mattoon Community Unit School District 2

Check out Episode 12 of Beyond the Classroom to hear from our Elementary Band Director & band students! 

"Ms. Michelle goes above and beyond each day for our children, and is equally friendly and helpful towards parents and guardians. I always feel confident my children will have a great day when Ms. Michelle is there to greet them at the start of the school day!"

"Wyatt has a true servant heart. He takes such pride and ownership in his participation and leadership in the FFA program. He always demonstrates a kind, friendly personality and this radiates in all of his connections throughout the building."

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LIFT Central Illinois recently received a donation from Ameren Illinois Market Development Initiative (MDI) to support and expand its HVAC, Green Energy, & Robotics Program. At the December 9, 2025 Mattoon CUSD #2 board meeting, the Board approved the acceptance of a $49,533.60 equipment donation for the EV Technologies course.

The donation includes five MSTEM3 electric kart kits along with all associated tooling, spare parts, assembly stands, and data collection equipment. The karts will be used in the EV Technologies course to expand hands-on learning opportunities and increase student access to lab-based instruction.

Mattoon CUSD #2 is proud to announce that Deanna East, science teacher at Mattoon High School, has been recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) with the distinguished Award of Excellence. This honor is part of the 2026 Those Who Excel and Teacher of the Year Awards.

East was one of six Mattoon CUSD #2 teachers recognized this year, with five additional staff members earning Awards of Special Recognition. Honorees are commended for the skills, passion, and talent they bring to their schools.

Those receiving Special Recognition include:

Classroom Teacher Category:

Nicole Moss, Mattoon High School English Teacher

Jessica Peterson, LIFT Leadership Facilitator

Gail Vieth, Mattoon High School Special Education Teacher

Student Personnel Category:

Amanda Titus, Franklin Preschool Teacher

Early Education Career Educator Category:

Sydney Zumbahlen, Mattoon Middle School Band Teacher

Mr. Dyer’s 6th grade Industrial Tech classes at Mattoon Middle School recently partnered with Williams and Riddle Elementary Schools to create shoelace tying practice boards for kindergarten students!

As part of the project, sixth graders demonstrated skills in measurement, alignment, and safely using tools like the miter saw, bandsaw, drill press, and sanders. Students carefully measured, cut, sanded, and painted their boards to resemble real shoes. All boards were designed to help younger students learn how to tie their shoes independently.

March 27

We will have a 2.5 hour early dismissal on Friday, March 27th for a Teacher Institute. 

March 30 - April 6

There will be no student attendance during Spring Break. School resumes April 7.