MMS Golfers are invited to qualify for IESA Sectionals. The top 3 boys and girls from MMS will be selected. No meets or competitions will be required. Students must register on 8-to-18 and provide a physical and an average for 18 holes. This is open to upcoming 6th graders and all current 6th-7th graders. Those interested must fill out the document in the link below and return it to Mrs. Potter in the MMS Main Office by Wednesday, May 24th, 2023.
bit.ly/mmsGolf
The parents of the Class of 2023 are hosting the Senior Sunset Event this Friday (May 19th) in the Riddle Elementary West Parking Lot from 6:30-8:30 PM. This event is for Seniors.
Hot dogs, snacks & drinks, music, and yard games will be provided.
Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit and enjoy the sunsetting on the Class of 2023!
Thank you to Gary Kepley (Kep's Cooking) and Dustin Salmons (First Class Wrecker) for donating to the event by grilling and providing hotdogs for all Seniors! 🙂
Graduation Practice and the Last Hurrah for the Class of 2023 will be held on Wednesday, May 24th. Thank you to Sweet Teaz, House of Bricket, Taco Amigos, Big Al's, and BYO-Yard Games for coming out!
Each Senior will receive a ticket that is good for food and a drink at any stand. Any other items will need to be purchased by the student.
Students are encouraged to bring any yard games for the afternoon as well. This is a chance for Seniors to celebrate as a class before graduation!
Check out the MHS Final Exam schedule. For additional details on finals, please see the link below.
bit.ly/MHS-FinalExams
Cap and Gown pick up for Seniors will be Friday, May 19th from 12-1:30. The Sports Lot will be closed on this day. Seniors will drive through the Sports Lot to pick up their cap & gown at the Football ticket booth. Parents can attend, drive their seniors through, take pictures, and celebrate. We will have decorations, music, and MHS staff in attendance to be a part of the celebration of our Seniors. Please be mindful that cap & gowns must be paid for in order to pick up. You can pay at pick-up or by calling Jostens at 217-531-7832.
The MMS spring band and choir concert will now be held tomorrow (May 16th) at MMS. Choir will begin in the Wildcat Gym at 6:00 PM and the Band Concert will begin at 7:00 PM in the Hash Gym. The concert is free to attend!
Sign up for S.T.E.A.M. summer camps at Williams and Riddle Elementary Schools. These camps are sponsored by our partners the U of I Fab Lab and Land of Lincoln Credit Union.
This FREE camp will be open to incoming 5th/6th Grade Students!
Register here: bit.ly/mcusdSTEAMcamp
Don't forget, Mattoon High School and 101.3 WMCI are recognizing our graduating class of 2023 during this year's Senior Parade on Monday, May 15th at 6:00 PM!
The parade will begin at the West end of the Cross County Mall and will proceed down Broadway until intersecting with 16th Street where MPD will assist in directing traffic as the parade terminates.
Cheer on our class of 2023 and tune into 101.3 WMCI to hear graduate's names as you watch!
Holey Moley Daylight Donuts is also inviting MHS senior graduates of 2023 for a free donut before or after the parade.
Any 2023 MHS graduating senior is invited to stop by the shop at 1117 Broadway Avenue before or after the Senior Parade on May 15th to get a free donut of their choice.
We are so thankful for our teachers throughout the district! We appreciate all you do.
Cap and Gown pick up for Seniors will be Friday, May 19th from 12-1:30. The Sports Lot will be closed on this day. Seniors will drive through the Sports Lot to pick up their cap & gown at the Football ticket booth. Parents can attend, drive their seniors through, take pictures, and celebrate. We will have decorations, music, and MHS staff in attendance to be a part of the celebration of our Seniors. Please be mindful that cap & gowns must be paid for in order to pick up. You can pay at pick-up or by calling Jostens at 217-531-7832.
Franklin Preschool invites you to their Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, May 18, 2023.
Morning session & Mrs. Kimball's class 6 PM ceremony
Afternoon session & Ms. Brewer's class 7 PM ceremony
Doors will open at 5:40/6:40 PM, please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early so students may be dressed in robes and ready to go by specific ceremony times.
Cookies, refreshments, and photo opportunities to follow!
Mattoon Summer Tennis Camp is happening from May 30-June 9th. This camp is available for kids 7-18. Register by May 20th to guarantee a T-Shirt with the link below:
bit.ly/MCUSDTennisCamp
Welding students at MHS recently went on a field trip and were hosted by 3 different companies in 3 different counties; Bruder Tank, P & H Manufacturing, and Evapco! We want to thank them for allowing our students to come and visit!
It's the last week to secure your spot for Franklin Preschool's "Summer Learning Adventure"!
The camp will be available daily from 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and will last three weeks.
Each day, campers will focus on early math, literacy, fine motor, and SEL with incorporated STEAM, Art, and Music. Leadership opportunities will also be embedded within the curriculum. They will also host weekly visitors, such as Douglas Hart, the U of I Extension Office, and the YMCA to incorporate community development and fun!
At the end of the three weeks, the campers will get to attend one field trip.
To register, click the link below:
bit.ly/FranklinSummerCamp
The Mattoon High School Choirs and Bands will present their 2023 Spring Concerts tomorrow evening, Tuesday, May 9th. The choirs, under the direction of Miss Makayla McPhedran and Mr. Zach Smith, will perform at 7 pm in the MHS Cafeteria followed by the bands, under the direction of Mr. Justin Hunt, at 8 pm in the MHS Main Gym. We hope to see you there in celebration of a year of music-making!
Mattoon High School and 101.3 WMCI are excited to recognize our graduating class of 2023 during this year's Senior Parade on Monday, May 15th at 6:00 PM.
The parade will begin at the West end of the Cross County Mall and will proceed down Broadway until intersecting with 16th Street where MPD will assist in directing traffic as the parade terminates.
Cheer on our class of 2023 and tune into 101.3 WMCI to hear graduate's names as you watch!
Holey Moley Daylight Donuts is also inviting MHS seniors for a free donut before or after the parade.
Any 2023 MHS graduating senior is invited to stop by the shop at 1117 Broadway Avenue before or after the Senior Parade on May 15th to get a free donut of their choice.
Franklin Preschool staff and students would like to thank the Mattoon Police Department and their union for their generous donation to our backpack food program. They helped us feed 100 students.
We are now hiring Special Educators:
+Regionally Competitive Pay
+TRS Retirement
+Rich Culture
+Summers Off
+People-Focused
Apply here👇
bit.ly/mcusd2-apply
Sarah Bush Lincoln's summer Healthy Communities Cooking Classes, Fast Reads & Fit Girls are filling up FAST! Get all the details and register your child here ➡️ www.sarahbush.org/healthycommunities/
Today is National Lunch Hero Day! Nutritious meals at school are an essential part of the school day, and the staff of the district’s school meals and nutrition department are committed to providing healthy, nutritious meals to the district’s children. The individuals who prepare and serve school meals help nurture our children through their daily interaction and support. Mattoon School District expresses its deep appreciation to these valuable employees and commends their good work on behalf of the children.
