Midwest Central High School - Home of the Raiders

🥎 Lady Raiders HS Softball 🥎
📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
🛣️ @ Delavan
🎴 Delavan Trny
🚌 8:45 AM
🕒 10:30 AM
📌 907 Locust St. Delavan, IL 61734

🐟 Raiders HS Bass Fishing 🐟
📅 Sunday, April 26, 2026
🛣️ @ Banner Marsh
🎴 ICASST Northern Div Tournament
🕒 6:30 AM
⚖️ 1:30 PM
📌 19721 US-24, Canton, IL

The Raiders shook off a tough conference loss on Thursday night to defeat South Fulton in a thrilling comeback victory 14-11! Down 10-8 going into the top of the 7th, the Raiders plated SIX runs to go up 14-10 and close out the victory in the bottom of the 7th. Colten Watts got things going in the 7th with a double, followed by a Breckin Guy single and a walk by Evan Schmidt. Thomas Berndt then picked up his first varsity hit and RBI with a line drive to left field. Dalton Johnson then tied it up with a bases loaded walk and Joe Proehl delivered the big blow with a clutch 2 RBI single. However, it was the two perfectly executed safety squeeze bunts by Calvin Young and Jaxon Tumilty that gave the Raiders two extra runs and some much needed breathing room. Thomas Berndt picked up his first varsity win in relief, tossing 4 innings of 1 run ball while striking out 5 and scattering 7 hits. Dalton Johnson, Breckin Guy, Joe Proehl, Colten Watts and Jaxon Tumilty all had big nights for Midwest Central as well with each player picking up 2 hits. Johnson led the charge with 3 RBIs and Proehl, Young and Tumilty all had 2 RBI. With the win the Raiders move 6-7 on the season with a conference matchup at home on Monday against Illini Central.

Celebrating Service During National Volunteer Week

In honor of National Volunteer Week, we’re proud to recognize our National Honor Society members for their dedication to serving our community all year long.

From supporting multiple Manito Community Red Cross Blood Drives—including hosting one at MCHS—to helping organize the Village of Manito’s Trunk-or-Treat, these students consistently step up to make a difference alongside Student Council and Interact Club.

This past year, members also participated in the St. Jude Run (St. Louis to Peoria), volunteered at the Manito water stop raising nearly $1,000, collected supplies for Snow Buddies, and gave their time at the Popcorn Festival fundraiser and Rotary Consignment Sale.

Thank you to our NHS students for your outstanding commitment to service and community!

We look forward to celebrating our seniors on May 6 at 5:30 PM and hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on May 7 at the Forman Center.

#MCRaiderNationProud

Scholarship Congratulations!

Congratulations to James Burhans and Isabelle Sondag on earning scholarships to Midwest Technical Institute!

James was awarded a $2,000 scholarship and plans to pursue the Welding and Pipefitting Program, while Isabelle earned a $5,000 scholarship and will enter the Dental Assisting Program.

We’re proud of you both and excited to see what’s ahead!

#MCRaiderNationProud

🐟 Raiders HS Bass Fishing 🐟
📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
🛣️ @ Coffeen Lake
🎴 ICASST Central Div Tournament
🕒 6:30 AM
⚖️ 1:30 PM
📌 15084 N 4th Ave, Coffeen, IL

⚾ Raiders HS V/JV Baseball ⚾
📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
🛣️ @ S Fulton
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🚌 2:45 P.M.; Dismiss athletes @ 2:30 P.M.
🕒 4:30 P.M. V; 6:00 JV
📌 402 N Jefferson St, Astoria, IL 61501

🥎 Lady Raiders HS V/JV Softball 🥎
📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
🛣️ @ Lewistown
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🚌 2:30 P.M.; Dismiss athletes @ 2:15 P.M.
🕒 4:30 P.M.
📌 1203 N Broadway St, Lewistown, IL 61542

The Midwest Central High School Band traveled to Washington, Illinois to participate in the ILMEA Large Group Festival. The students performed The Stars and Stripes Forever, Rippling Watercolors, and The Gathering of the Ranks at Hebron.

Following their performance, the band worked with Logan Campbell, Director of Bands at Illinois Wesleyan University, in a clinic setting. He provided valuable feedback and worked directly with the students on improving balance, tone, and ensemble awareness.

Please join us for our Concert in the Park at Memorial Park, where we will be performing these selections and more on Saturday, May 9 at 3:00 PM.

⚾ Raiders HS V/JV Baseball ⚾
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
🛣️ @ Delavan
🎴 Tomahawk Conference Game
🚌 3:15 P.M.
🕒 4:30 P.M. V; 6:00 JV
📌 907 Locust St. Delavan, IL 61734

🏃‍♂️‍➡️ Raiders HS Track 🏃
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
🏠 vs CLA, Mt Pulaski, Athens, Havana
🎴 Senior Night
🕒 4:00 P.M.
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 61546

Congratulations to Lillian, CJ and Richard!

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Today we celebrate the incredible administrative professionals who keep our schools running smoothly behind the scenes. Your organization, dedication, and constant support make a difference every single day for our students, staff, and families. Thank you for all you do—we truly appreciate you!

🏃‍♂️‍➡️ Raiders HS Track 🏃
📅 Tuesday, April 21, 2026
🛣️ @ Olympia
🎴 Olympia Relay Meet
🚌 2:30 P.M.; Dismiss athletes @ 2:10 P.M.
🕒 4:00 P.M.
📌 7832 North 100 East Rd Stanford, IL 61774

🥎 Lady Raiders HS Softball 🥎
📅 Tuesday, April 21, 2026
🏠 vs IB
🎴 Tomahawk Conference Game
🕒 4:30 P.M.
📌 1099 South East Avenue, Manito, IL

Raiders HS Baseball ⚾
📅 Tuesday, April 21, 2026
🏠 vs IB
🎴 Tomahawk Conference Game
🕒 4:30 P.M.
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 61546

Last Chance for Yearbooks!

Tuesday, April 28 is the final day to order your 2025–26 yearbook. After this date, availability is not guaranteed.

Order online through Jostens or see Mrs. Sidwell to place your order.

Don’t miss out on this year’s memories!

Student Council Elections – Get Involved!

Raiders - It’s time to step up and lead! Applications for the 2026–27 Student Council Executive Board are now available on the bulletin board in the horseshoe.

Positions include: President, First Vice President (Community Service & Teacher Appreciation), Second Vice President (Student Activities), Secretary, and Treasurer.

Interested in Homecoming Second VP, Honor Council Chairperson, or Assistant? See Miss Sauder—these are appointed positions.

📅 Applications due: Thursday, April 23
🎤 Speeches & Elections: Friday, April 24

Don’t miss your chance to make an impact! #MCRaiderNationProud

Now Hiring @ MC — Come Be a Raider!

🥎 Lady Raiders HS V/JV Softball 🥎
📅 Monday, April 20, 2026
🛣️ @ Farmington
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🚌 2:15 P.M.; Dismiss athletes @ 2:00 P.M.
🕒 4:30 P.M. V; 6:00 JV
📌 300 N. Lightfoot Rd Farmington, IL 61531

Great day on the water for MCHS Bass Team. 17 teams competed at Giant Goose Ranch in a tournament hosted by Canton High School, while 61 teams took on Sangchris Lake for the ICASSTT event. MCHS had two boats at Canton and one at Sangchris. Calvin and Cole brought home a strong 3rd place finish, Jacob, Carter, and Max added a solid 7th place finish, and Mason and Owen battled their way to a 12th place finish. Proud of the effort across the board—looking forward to building on this next week. 🎣 Special thank you to Jayme Geary for sponsoring today’s events—we appreciate it!