Midwest Central High School

Senior Spotlight: Joslyn Dawe

Joslyn is a senior at Midwest Central and is currently enrolled in the ICC Early College CNA program, gaining hands-on experience as she prepares for a future in healthcare. She is highly involved in our school community as both a volleyball player and cheerleader, and she also serves as a teacher’s assistant in our CDA program.

This fall, Joslyn plans to attend Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE), where she will pursue a degree in nursing. We are proud of her hard work, dedication, and commitment to serving others. Congratulations, Joslyn—we can’t wait to see all you accomplish!

about 9 hours ago, Shawnna Rule

Raiders HS Basketball
📅 Friday, February 6, 2026
🏀 @ Farmington
🎴 Regular Season Game
🚌 4:00 P.M.
⏰ 5:30 P.M.
📌 300 N. Lightfoot Rd Farmington, IL 61531
🎥 https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/farmington-high-school-farmington-il/gam855f827a4e

about 15 hours ago, Rodney Norris

A huge thank you to Chad Lamberson and his family at Precision Power Source for their incredible support of our students at Midwest Central High School!

Their generous donation of welding equipment—including gloves, helmets, and jackets—will make a real difference for students pursuing skilled trades and career-ready pathways.

Pictured with Mrs. Harbourn are two of our talented students, Nathaniel and Jack, who are currently enrolled in the ICC Early College Welding Program. Upon completing the program, they’ll earn a welding certificate through Illinois Central College—and thanks to this donation, they’ll have top-notch equipment to kickstart their careers or continue their education.

We are so grateful for the ongoing support of our students across all pathways. Your generosity helps them achieve their goals and prepares them for a bright future!

1 day ago, Shawnna Rule

The HS Spring Sports Meeting for the sports/activities of baseball, bass fishing, softball and track will be held on February 19th at the HS. There will be a 6:00 meeting for anyone that has not attended a meeting with Mr. Norris this season. After that meeting, there will be breakout meetings with individual coaches.

1 day ago, Rodney Norris

Raiders HS Scholastic Bowl
📅 Thursday, February 5, 2026
🔮 vs Mt Pulaski, IB
🎴 Regular Season Match
🚌 3:30 P.M.
⏰ 5:00 P.M.
📌 206 S. Spring Street, Mt. Pulaski, IL 62548

1 day ago, Rodney Norris

Lady Raiders HS Basketball
📅 Thursday, February 5, 2026
🏀 @ Stark County (V only)
🎴 Regular Season Game
🚌 4:00 P.M.
⏰ 6:00 P.M.
📌 401 N Galena Ave. Wyoming, Il.
🎥 https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/stark-county-high-school-toulon-il/gam49f51f2e05

1 day ago, Rodney Norris

Midwest Central Alum Highlight - Jesse Harbourn

Jesse was a 2007 graduate of MCHS, and he has returned to our community as a medical provider. He completed his nursing and graduate education at St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing. He has extensive ICU experience, including Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiac ICU, Medical ICU, and Medical/Surgical ICU settings. After graduate school, he joined an ICU Intensivist team in Decatur, Illinois, caring for cardiac, medical, surgical, and neuro/stroke patients. Outside of work, Jesse enjoys outdoor activities with his family and coaches the local youth wrestling club during the winter. We are so proud of our former Raiders and their dedication to this community !

2 days ago, Shawnna Rule

The Lady Raiders got the home win Monday night versus North Fulton. Cally DeSutter had 19 points and 13 rebounds. Eliza Kerley added 10 points and 5 steals. Mackenzie Doty had a team high 4 assists to go with 12 rebounds. Emma Junkin went 2 for 4 from 3pt range to get her 8 points. Amelia Meeker and Mackenzie Doty both had 5. Nora Jockisch had 2 points and she and Kally Richardson both had 3 rebounds as well. Ayla Charlton added another steal. The Lady Raiders play at Lexington tonight.

3 days ago, Rodney Norris

Raiders HS Basketball
📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
🏀 @ Cuba/Spoon River Valley
🎴 Regular Season Game
🚌 4:15 P.M.
⏰ 6:00 P.M.
📌 20325 N. Illinois 97 Hwy. Cuba, IL 61427

4 days ago, Rodney Norris

Lady Raiders HS Basketball
📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
🏀 @ Lexington (V only)
🎴 Regular Season Game
🚌 4:00 P.M.
⏰ 6:00 P.M.
📌 100 E. Wall St. Lexington, IL 61753
🎥 https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/lexington-high-school-lexington-il/gam775b07d0d0

4 days ago, Rodney Norris

Our Work Skills students knocked it out of the park! 🎉 They created the Homecoming t-shirts for students and staff, plus the Student Council shirts—and they’re so proud of the results!

5 days ago, Shawnna Rule

Congratulations to the 2026 Homecoming Court. Jenna Tucker, Karallyn Richardson, Joslyn Dawe, Kamden Garman, Queen Trenity Oertle and King Darius Burrell.

5 days ago, Mikalia Sauder

Lady Raiders HS Basketball
📅 Monday, February 2, 2026
🏀 vs North Fulton (V only)
🎴 Regular Season Game
⏰ 6:00 P.M.
📌 Midwest Central HS
🎥 https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/midwest-central-high-school-manito-il/gam3690ac04d6

5 days ago, Rodney Norris

Happy School Counseling Week!

Join us in celebrating our school counselors! They are a vital part of our community, providing guidance and support for our students every day.

#ThankYouSchoolCounselors

5 days ago, Shawnna Rule

Enjoy the Raiders Homecoming Highlights! In front of a full crowd the Raiders picked up their 12th win of the season over the Bushnell-Prairie City Spartans.

https://youtu.be/JGN4WJFqrjU

6 days ago, Rodney Norris

Raiders faced tough competition at Regionals in Dee-Mack. They gave it their all but came up short on placing. Bocephus Schnoor had one pin for the day. Mason Coile had two wins. One came in a form of a pin! John Payne battled all day giving it his all before retiring his wrestling shoes. He ended with a win by decision and two wins by pin! Cole Beebe had three wins which included a 16 second pin! Leelinn Danner added a pair of wins for the day. Kamden Merrill added a win to his spectacular season. Jesse Jones added two more wins one with a pin. Richard Gilmore left it all on the mat finishing his high school career with one win for the day. The Fresh/Soph squad are hungry for more as they will be looking to compete in the IWCOA state series next month!

6 days ago, Rodney Norris

The Midwest Central freshman team picked up two solid wins at home today, beating Princeville 58–37 and Tremont 54–26. Against Princeville, the Raiders used a big first half and strong rebounding to pull away. Evan Schmidt had a monster game with 18 points and hauling in 11 rebounds as well. In the Tremont game, Midwest Central jumped out early and never looked back, holding Tremont to just 10 second-half points while continuing to share the ball and control the glass. Jake Hunter was lights out from deep, shooting 4-8 from the 3 point line and totaling 14 points for the game. Overall, it was a strong team effort on both ends of the floor in a dominant sweep.

6 days ago, Rodney Norris

Raiders HS Boys Wrestling
📅 Saturday, January 31, 2026
🤼‍♂️ @ Dee Mack
🎴 IHSA Regionals
🚌 6:00 A.M. MC
⏰ 9:00 A.M.
📌 401 E 5th St, Mackinaw, IL 61755

7 days ago, Rodney Norris

Raiders HS Freshman Basketball
📅 Saturday, January 31, 2026
🏀 vs Tremont, Princeville
🎴 Round Robin
⏰ 10:00 A.M. vs Tremont, 12:00 P.M. vs Princeville
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 61546
🎥 https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/midwest-central-high-school-manito-il/gamc29d2dfd3d

7 days ago, Rodney Norris

Raiders HS Basketball
📅 Friday, January 30, 2026
🏀 vs BPC
🎴 Homecoming Game
⏰ 6:00 P.M.
📌 910 S Washington St, Manito, IL 61546
🎥 JV https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/midwest-central-high-school-manito-il/gam1c6981c99e
🎥 V https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/midwest-central-high-school-manito-il/gam527c697a0d

8 days ago, Rodney Norris