Join us for Financial Aid Night on Wednesday, September 30 at 5:30 PM in the HS Library. You'll learn about the financial aid process, what to expect when completing the FAFSA, and how to prepare before the application opens.
Need hands-on assistance? Our ISAC representative will return for a FAFSA Working Session on Wednesday, October 7 at 5:30 PM in the HS Library. Bring your laptop, questions, and information, and receive help as you work through the FAFSA.
We hope you'll take advantage of these opportunities to make the financial aid process a little easier and less stressful!
The funding will support the purchase of the Little Free Library and provide the initial collection of books that will be available to the community. Mr. Woods' Construction class will assemble the library, which will be installed between the Primary School and the High School. Work Skills students will be responsible for maintaining the library and helping keep it stocked with books.
We are excited to see this project come to life and the opportunities it will create for both our students and the community. More information will be shared in the future about how The Community Chapter will work and how community members can help support it through book donations.
We are incredibly grateful to organizations like the Forman Valley Community Foundation that invest in projects that help our students and community learn, grow, and connect.
Raiders 4 the WIN!
Varsity was on the road tonight, taking on Greenview. After a shaky first set losing 17-25, the Lady Raiders put the pieces together winning the next two sets: 25-15, 25-12. Addison Friedrich led with 10 digs, which helped our offense roll with 8 kills by Amelia Meeker and 7 kills for Ava Warner. On the service line, Eliza Kerley tallied 3 aces and a whopping 11 service points. Great effort by the Raiders tonight.
The JV Lady Raiders came out ready to play, dominating Greenview in two straight games! Final Score 25-17/25-11, Khole Patterson led the team with 7 service points, wild Neveah Cunningham powered the offense with 5 kills.Timber Allen kept the defense moving with 3 digs to help keep the Raiders in control!
Golf Recap for 9/17.
Raiders SWEEP!
The Raiders had their first regular season sweep tonight. They defeated two conference foes, IC and Mt. Pulaski. Layne Byrd was the deciding score to beat IC for the first time this season. Great job Raiders!
There will be a dinner theater on Saturday, October 24, at 6:00 PM. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will go on sale on Wednesday, 309.968.6766.
"Anything Goes" features madcap antics aboard an ocean liner bound from New York to London. Set in the 1930's, the show features music by Cole Porter and includes the jazz standards "Anything Goes", "You're the Top", "All Through the Night", and "I Get a Kick Out of You".
Volleyball Recap for 9/15.
Raiders traveled to Rushville tonight and battled it out in a 2 set win against the Rockets. 25-22, 25-22. Amelia Meeker finished with 6 kills while Eliza Kerley tallied 4. Addison Friedrich got 7 digs while Kayleigh Herrman served up 3 aces and 8 service points from the line.
The JV team battled on the road tonight against Rushville! It was a tough night as the Raiders fell in two hard fought games. 21-25 and 23-25. Even though the win didn't come home with us, the girls kept battling and never gave up! Every game is another opportunity to learn, grow and come back stronger!
The Freshman volleyball team won in two against Rushville 25-22 & 25-10. Timber Allen led with 5 kills & Nora Dierker tallied 3. Khloe Patterson and Jaina Butler added 3 defensive digs a piece.
The attached graphics and short video provide an overview of the proposal, including eligible uses for the revenue, how funds would be distributed, and information about the upcoming referendum. We encourage everyone to review the information and stay informed.
To learn more, visit TazewellForStudents.com.
Thanks to a $5,564.88 grant from the Forman Valley Community Foundation and an equal matching contribution from Manito Musical Advocates, Midwest Central will purchase 100 Wenger Nota music posture chairs for our primary, middle, and high school band programs, a combined investment of $11,129.76 in our students!
These chairs will give band students across all three schools, from fifth-grade beginners through high school musicians, consistent seating designed for music instruction and a unified, professional appearance at concerts.
Dirk Heinhorst, President of the Forman Valley Community Foundation, and Matt Dobey, President of Manito Musical Advocates, recently presented the checks to Band Director Thad Franklin.
Thank you to both organizations and the community members who make their generosity possible. Your support will serve Midwest Central student musicians for years to come!
You know it's a good day when the Wi-Fi works, the printers print, the phones ring, and nobody says, "Did you try turning it off and back on again?"
Today we're giving a huge shoutout to Kyan & Thad for keeping Midwest Central connected, supported, and running smoothly every day. While many of us only notice technology when something goes wrong, they work behind the scenes to keep everything running right.
Thanks for all you do!
As we continue highlighting the amazing members of our Transportation Department, we'd like to introduce Lisa!
This year marks an incredible 33 years as a school bus driver, including 9 years with Midwest Central.
When asked her favorite thing about driving a school bus, Lisa's answer was easy: “My kids." She shared that she enjoys being a grandma figure to many of the students and helping ensure they are safe each day.
Over the years, Lisa has built strong connections with generations of students and families. Her caring nature and dedication to the students she serves have made a lasting impact, and it's clear that the relationships she builds along the way are one of the things she treasures most about the job.
When asked what she's hoping for this school year, Lisa simply said she hopes for a smooth year.
Thank you, Lisa, for more than three decades of service, dedication, and care. We are grateful for the positive difference you make in the lives of our students every day.
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