We’re excited to share a partnership that continues to grow and open meaningful opportunities for our students!
Over the past year, we’ve been working with Bradley University through the Bots for Education Research Project—a collaboration that began in 2007 when Mrs. Harbourn worked alongside Dr. Kuester during graduate school and continues to have lasting impact today.
We’re especially proud to see that impact come full circle. One of our graduates, Carly, contributed as a STEM participant during her senior year and is now continuing her work as a freshman at Bradley.
We’re now expanding this partnership to include two 3rd grade classrooms, one 4th grade classroom, and our high school STEM and computer science courses (consent forms for high school students will be emailed today).
This collaboration gives students the chance to apply their learning in real-world research and connect with innovative STEM opportunities.
We’re excited for what’s ahead—this is a great step forward for our students and our district.
Over the past year, we’ve been working with Bradley University through the Bots for Education Research Project—a collaboration that began in 2007 when Mrs. Harbourn worked alongside Dr. Kuester during graduate school and continues to have lasting impact today.
We’re especially proud to see that impact come full circle. One of our graduates, Carly, contributed as a STEM participant during her senior year and is now continuing her work as a freshman at Bradley.
We’re now expanding this partnership to include two 3rd grade classrooms, one 4th grade classroom, and our high school STEM and computer science courses (consent forms for high school students will be emailed today).
This collaboration gives students the chance to apply their learning in real-world research and connect with innovative STEM opportunities.
We’re excited for what’s ahead—this is a great step forward for our students and our district.
🏃♂️➡️ Raiders HS Track 🏃
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
🛣️ @ Athens
🎴 Tomahawk Conference Meet
🚌 1:00 P.M.; Dismiss athletes @ 12:40 P.M.
🕒 3:00 P.M.
📌 312 E. Hargrave, Athens
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
🛣️ @ Athens
🎴 Tomahawk Conference Meet
🚌 1:00 P.M.; Dismiss athletes @ 12:40 P.M.
🕒 3:00 P.M.
📌 312 E. Hargrave, Athens
🥎 Lady Raiders HS Softball 🥎
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
🏠 vs Tremont
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 1099 South East Avenue, Manito, IL
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
🏠 vs Tremont
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 1099 South East Avenue, Manito, IL
⚾ Raiders HS JV Baseball ⚾
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
🛣️ @ Peoria Notre Dame
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🚌 2:30 PM; Dismiss athletes @ 2:15 PM
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 5105 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL 61614
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
🛣️ @ Peoria Notre Dame
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🚌 2:30 PM; Dismiss athletes @ 2:15 PM
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 5105 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL 61614
Congratulations to the following students for being selected to the Tomahawk Conference All-Academic Team.
Abrahm Busch
Lilla Simer
Lillian Danner
Alexcia Wood
Vera Weers
Collin Price
Edward Witt
Joslyn Dawe
Karallyn Richardson
Dalton Johnson
Kamden Garman
Lillian Illyes
Zachary Highland
Christopher Ballard
To selected for this award, a senior student must have a 7 semester grade point average of 3.5 or better and letter in a Tomahawk Conference sport or activity.
Abrahm Busch
Lilla Simer
Lillian Danner
Alexcia Wood
Vera Weers
Collin Price
Edward Witt
Joslyn Dawe
Karallyn Richardson
Dalton Johnson
Kamden Garman
Lillian Illyes
Zachary Highland
Christopher Ballard
To selected for this award, a senior student must have a 7 semester grade point average of 3.5 or better and letter in a Tomahawk Conference sport or activity.
Congratulations to Lilly Danner (clarinet), Maddy Moore (contra alto clarinet), and Ashe Miles (tuba) on being selected to perform in the Bradley Honor Band at Bradley University.
These students represented Midwest Central High School Band alongside top musicians from across the area in this honor ensemble. Their selection reflects the hard work and commitment they bring to our band program every day.
Great job, Lilly, Maddy, and Ashe!
These students represented Midwest Central High School Band alongside top musicians from across the area in this honor ensemble. Their selection reflects the hard work and commitment they bring to our band program every day.
Great job, Lilly, Maddy, and Ashe!
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Congratulations to our MCHS Girls Basketball team on earning an Academic All State award from the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association (IBCA). This honor recognizes the highest achieving academic teams from seven different divisions around the state of Illinois. The Lady Raiders held the top GPA for all of Division 6! We are proud of the hard work you have put into your education! Keep working hard!
Here is a link to the statewide winners. https://app.box.com/s/noa2h0yu04yt5yjxdnxcsohv4000hfk6
Girls Basketball Skills Sessions
Calling all Midwest Central girls interested in basketball! Join us for skills sessions designed for all experience levels—whether you’re just starting or looking to improve your game.
Come learn, grow, and have fun on the court!
Calling all Midwest Central girls interested in basketball! Join us for skills sessions designed for all experience levels—whether you’re just starting or looking to improve your game.
Come learn, grow, and have fun on the court!
Last night, the boys and girls track & field teams traveled to Mackinaw for a meet.
The evening started strong with field events. Richard Gilmore and Leelinn Danner finished 2nd and 3rd, respectively, in the shot put. In the boys discus, a trio of Raiders placed 2nd (Leelinn Danner), 3rd (Jonah Evans), and 4th (Richard Gilmore). In the high jump, Devin Greiner earned another 1st-place finish for the Raiders, while Jaxson Robinson took 3rd place in both the long jump and triple jump.
Shifting over to the Lady Raiders in their field events, Nevaeh Cunningham and Kendall Gordon finished 2nd and 3rd overall in the long jump. In the high jump, Katie Parkin placed 2nd with a new personal-best jump of 4 feet, 9 inches.
When the Raiders took to the track, they continued to perform at a high level. For the boys, Devin Greiner finished 2nd in the 100m dash. For the ladies, Nevaeh Cunningham took 1st in the 100m dash, while Julia Rasmussen placed 1st in the 200m dash. The 4x100 relay team of Julia Rasmussen, Katie Parkin, Sophia Huff, and Nevaeh Cunningham earned a 2nd-place finish.
The Raiders will take their recent success on the road again this Thursday (4/30) as they travel to Athens for the Tomahawk Conference Track Meet.
Go Raiders!!
The evening started strong with field events. Richard Gilmore and Leelinn Danner finished 2nd and 3rd, respectively, in the shot put. In the boys discus, a trio of Raiders placed 2nd (Leelinn Danner), 3rd (Jonah Evans), and 4th (Richard Gilmore). In the high jump, Devin Greiner earned another 1st-place finish for the Raiders, while Jaxson Robinson took 3rd place in both the long jump and triple jump.
Shifting over to the Lady Raiders in their field events, Nevaeh Cunningham and Kendall Gordon finished 2nd and 3rd overall in the long jump. In the high jump, Katie Parkin placed 2nd with a new personal-best jump of 4 feet, 9 inches.
When the Raiders took to the track, they continued to perform at a high level. For the boys, Devin Greiner finished 2nd in the 100m dash. For the ladies, Nevaeh Cunningham took 1st in the 100m dash, while Julia Rasmussen placed 1st in the 200m dash. The 4x100 relay team of Julia Rasmussen, Katie Parkin, Sophia Huff, and Nevaeh Cunningham earned a 2nd-place finish.
The Raiders will take their recent success on the road again this Thursday (4/30) as they travel to Athens for the Tomahawk Conference Track Meet.
Go Raiders!!
⚾ Raiders HS JV Baseball ⚾
📅 Wednesday, April 29, 2026
🛣️ @ Illini Bluffs
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🚌 3:00 PM; Dismiss athletes @ 2:45 PM
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 9611 S. Hanna City/Glasford Road, Glasford, IL
📅 Wednesday, April 29, 2026
🛣️ @ Illini Bluffs
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🚌 3:00 PM; Dismiss athletes @ 2:45 PM
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 9611 S. Hanna City/Glasford Road, Glasford, IL
No HS baseball game tonight. Knoxville could not secure a transportation to get here in time. A makeup date has not been made at this time.
Happy School Transportation Staff Appreciation Day! 🚌 Today we celebrate and thank our amazing staff who safely transport our students each day with care, patience, and a friendly smile. Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons—you play a vital role in our school community. We are so grateful for all that you do to keep our students safe and supported!
⚾ Raiders HS Baseball ⚾
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🏠 vs Knoxville
🎴 Regular Season Game
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 61546
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🏠 vs Knoxville
🎴 Regular Season Game
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 61546
🏃♂️➡️ Raiders HS Track 🏃
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🛣️ @ DeeMack
🎴 Regular Season Meet
🚌 2:45 P.M.; Dismiss athletes @ 2:25 P.M.
🕒 4:30 P.M.
📌 401 E 5th St, Mackinaw, IL 61755
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🛣️ @ DeeMack
🎴 Regular Season Meet
🚌 2:45 P.M.; Dismiss athletes @ 2:25 P.M.
🕒 4:30 P.M.
📌 401 E 5th St, Mackinaw, IL 61755
🥎 Lady Raiders HS Softball 🥎
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🏠 vs Heyworth
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 1099 South East Avenue, Manito, IL
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🏠 vs Heyworth
🎴 Non-Conference Game
🕒 4:30 PM
📌 1099 South East Avenue, Manito, IL
Let’s Go to Costa Rica!
Mrs. DeSutter is planning another unforgettable trip to Costa Rica—June 3–10, 2027! This will be her third time taking students, and she’s excited to share the experience.
📅 Informational Meeting:
Wednesday, April 29
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 High School Library
Come learn about the itinerary, cost, scholarship opportunities, and more! The trip is open to MCHS students who will be in high school during the 2026–27 school year.
Can’t make it? No problem—reach out to jdesutter@midwestcentral.org to get more information.
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity! ✈️
Mrs. DeSutter is planning another unforgettable trip to Costa Rica—June 3–10, 2027! This will be her third time taking students, and she’s excited to share the experience.
📅 Informational Meeting:
Wednesday, April 29
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 High School Library
Come learn about the itinerary, cost, scholarship opportunities, and more! The trip is open to MCHS students who will be in high school during the 2026–27 school year.
Can’t make it? No problem—reach out to jdesutter@midwestcentral.org to get more information.
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity! ✈️
Scholarship Opportunity for MCHS Graduates!
The Manito-Forest City Rotary Club is offering scholarships to MCHS graduates continuing their education!
Eligible applicants must have completed at least 24 credit hours and one year at a college/university (GPA 2.5 or higher) or one year at a certified trade school.
📍 Applications are available in the high school office or can be requested by emailing jdesutter@midwestcentral.org
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Don’t miss this great opportunity!
The Manito-Forest City Rotary Club is offering scholarships to MCHS graduates continuing their education!
Eligible applicants must have completed at least 24 credit hours and one year at a college/university (GPA 2.5 or higher) or one year at a certified trade school.
📍 Applications are available in the high school office or can be requested by emailing jdesutter@midwestcentral.org
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Don’t miss this great opportunity!
The baseball game scheduled for tonight with IC has been cancelled. We are looking at a makeup date.
Celebrating an Outstanding Senior
MCHS was proud to have representation at the Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship Ceremony, where we celebrated one of our exceptional seniors, Trenity (Jo Jo) Oertle.
Trenity represents the very best of a well-rounded student—actively involved in theater (both in school and the community), NHS President, cheer squad, Interact Club Vice President, and FCA. What stands out most is her heart—she consistently shows up for others with kindness, positivity, and a genuine commitment to those around her.
Her leadership, integrity, and character make her truly deserving of this recognition. We are incredibly proud of you, Trenity, and all you’ve accomplished!
#MCRaiderNationProud
MCHS was proud to have representation at the Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship Ceremony, where we celebrated one of our exceptional seniors, Trenity (Jo Jo) Oertle.
Trenity represents the very best of a well-rounded student—actively involved in theater (both in school and the community), NHS President, cheer squad, Interact Club Vice President, and FCA. What stands out most is her heart—she consistently shows up for others with kindness, positivity, and a genuine commitment to those around her.
Her leadership, integrity, and character make her truly deserving of this recognition. We are incredibly proud of you, Trenity, and all you’ve accomplished!
#MCRaiderNationProud
