Allissa, a 2021 graduate of MCHS, recently graduated from Bradley University with a Bachelors in Environmental Science. During her time at Bradley, Allissa participated in research studies involving Illinois ecosystems. Her most recent work involved moth identification and moth development within urban and natural sites. The information that she obtained in her research gained recognition when she was asked to present her findings at the 2025 meeting of the Illinois State Academy of Science.
As Allissa continues to be an at-large graduate student researcher and lab technician at Bradley, she fills in her spare time with her other jobs. She is a wildlife keeper and education intern at Wildlife Prairie Park. Here she enjoys caring for a variety of animals like bison and river otters. Most importantly, she has the opportunity to get up close to what she loves most: bugs and reptiles. Allissa also works at Obed and Isaac’s Microbrewery and Eatery. She recently accepted a position to work for the USDA Lab where she is excited to begin other research projects.
Allissa is currently researching graduate schools where she hopes to achieve a masters degree in either entomology or zoology.
about 13 hours ago, Shawnna Rule
Midwest Central High School is excited to announce the formation of a Competitive Bass Fishing Team.
To provide important information regarding the program, a mandatory parent meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 28, at 5:30 p.m. in the MCHS Cafeteria. A parent or guardian must attend this meeting in order for a student to be eligible to participate on the team.
The meeting will outline program expectations and provide families the opportunity to ask questions. Coach Matt Molitor and Mr. Welch will be available to address any questions or concerns.
If you have questions prior to the meeting, please contact Mr. Welch at the high school.
about 17 hours ago, Rodney Norris
The Lady Raiders erase a 7 point 4th quarter deficit last night to beat East Peoria by 3 in overtime, 58 to 55. Cally DeSutter had 18 points including the reverse layup to tie the game in the last 30 seconds of regulation to send the game to OT. Cally added 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Eliza Kerley added in 15 points and a team high 9 rebounds on the night. Amelia Meeker had 8 points and 3 steals. Mackenzie Doty had 9 points and 7 rebounds. Emma Junkin had 5 points. Emma and Mackenzie both had 3 assists. Nora Jockish had 2 points and 2 rebounds, Kally Richardson had 1 point and 2 rebounds. Ayla Charlton had 1 steal as well. Lady Raiders showed poise late and came back to bring home the, win on their own court. Home game this upcoming Thursday versus Illini Central.
about 17 hours ago, Rodney Norris
The Raiders took their show on the road Tuesday night to Athens and for the first time in 13 years came home a winner against the Warriors by a score of 57-53. Brenden Carton lead the way again with 6 3 pointers and 21 points. Malachi Carroll poured in 20 points and Josh Dawe also had a solid night with 11 points and 5 assists. The display of ballhandling and teamwork throughout the night was impressive as the Boys in Black only had 7 turnovers in extending their win streak to 4 games. The Raiders now move to 11-7 on the season and lead the Tomahawk with a 5-0 record. The Raiders also gave coach Gerndt the gift he most wanted on his birthday, his 20th victory as the head coach of the Raiders!
On Saturday, the teams travel to Princeville for a triple header of Freshman, JV, and Varsity games beginning at 3:00.
about 19 hours ago, Rodney Norris
The wrestling squad headed to Monmouth United for a dual last night!
It was a close match the whole night with Monmouth United in the lead 35-30 until the last match where Kaiden Hill battled for a pin to help the Raiders win 36-35!!
Both varsity and exhibition matches the team put on a pinning clinic as Kaci Eller, Molly Egli, Mason Coile, John Payne, Cole Beebe, Kaiden Hill, Kamden Merrill, and Richard Gilmore all secured one pin for the night.
Bocephus Schnoor and Liam Zimmerman each pinned two!
about 19 hours ago, Rodney Norris
The wrestling squad headed to Monmouth United for a dual last night!
It was a close match the whole night with Monmouth United in the lead 35-30 until the last match where Kaiden Hill battled for a pin to help the Raiders win 36-35!!
Both varsity and exhibition matches the team put on a pinning clinic as Kaci Eller, Molly Egli, Mason Coile, John Payne, Cole Beebe, Kaiden Hill, Kamden Merrill, and Richard Gilmore all secured one pin for the night.
Bocephus Schnoor and Liam Zimmerman each pinned two!
about 19 hours ago, Rodney Norris
Join our team!
1 day ago, Shawnna Rule
Raiders HS Basketball 📅 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 🏀 @ Athens 🎴 Tomahawk Conference Game 🚌 4:30 P.M. ⏰ 6:00 P.M. 📌 1 Warrior Way, Athens, IL 62613
2 days ago, Rodney Norris
Raiders HS Boys Wrestling 📅 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 🤼♂️ @ Monmouth United 🎴 Regular Season Matches 🚌 2:00 P.M. IC 🚌 2:30 P.M. MC ⏰ 5:30 P.M. 📌 1905 100th St. Monmouth IL 61462
The girl’s wrestling squad competed in the all girls Canton Invitational on Saturday.
Molly Egli and Maddie Moore fought hard all day but did not place.
Kaci Eller pinned four opponents going 4-1 for the day to secure 5th place!
The girls will look to compete again this Saturday at the Olympia Girl’s Tournament!
3 days ago, Rodney Norris
The boys wrestling team headed to Beardstown to face some good competition on Saturday!
MCHS 54 vs. Payson 11
MCHS 30 vs. Illini Bluffs 45
MCHS 21 vs. Beardstown 46
Bo Schnoor and Jesse Jones helped the team scores by picking up a couple of wins.
Liam Zimmerman had two wins. One was a pin!
Mason Coile added another pin to his career
John Payne had a win by decision and a win by pin.
Cole Beebe picked up a couple wins. One was by a pin.
Kaiden Hill also had two wins, one by pin.
Kamden Merrill continues his hot streak added 3 more wins to the season with one pin.
Richard Gilmore also picked up three wins one by pin!
It was a long week of competition for the Raiders competing in 9 duals going 5-4 for the week!
3 days ago, Rodney Norris
In what was the true definition of a hard fought Varsity win, the Raiders were the victors Friday night 62-60 over the Hilltoppers from Mt. Pulaski in Manito in front a raucous capacity crowd. The game was back and forth throughout the second half until Brenden Carton hit back to back 3 pointers to put the Raiders up for good with less than 2 minutes to play. Mt. Pulaski had one last chance with 15 seconds to go, but the Raiders defense locked them down on their two shot attempts as time expired.
Carton led the way tying a career high 21 points with 6 3 pointers, Josh Dawe had 15 points with 7 assists and Malachi Carroll scored 14 for the Raiders balanced attack.
With the win, Midwest Central moves to 10-7 on the season and 4-0 in the Tomahawk Conference.
In the JV game, the Raiders broke out to a 28-4 first quarter lead on the way to a 68-40 thrashing of the Hilltoppers. The JV Raiders now sit at 8-3 overall and 4-0 in the Tomahawk.
The next game for the boys will be on Tuesday at Athens in another Conference battle.
4 days ago, Rodney Norris
Raiders HS Girls Wrestling 📅 Saturday, January 17, 2026 🤼♂️ vs Canton Trny Girls 🎴 Tournament 🚌 5:45 A.M. IC 🚌 6:15 A.M. MC ⏰ 9:00 A.M. 📌 900 N 1st Ave, Canton, IL 61520
5 days ago, Rodney Norris
Raiders HS Boys Wrestling 📅 Saturday, January 17, 2026 🤼♂️ vs Beardstown 🎴 Regular Season Matches 🚌 7:00 A.M. MC 🚌 7:30 A.M. IC ⏰ 10:00 A.M. 📌 500 E 15th St, Beardstown, IL
5 days ago, Rodney Norris
Reminder - No school Monday
6 days ago, Shawnna Rule
Midwest Central Alum Spotlight – Kloe Norris
This fall, Kloe Norris, a 2022 graduate of MCHS, started her doctoral program in Occupational Therapy at St. Ambrose, while earning her bachelor’s degree in psychology in December. Alongside her studies, she works part time at Rock Valley, a physical therapy clinic, as a rehab aide, gaining hands-on experience in patient care.
Kloe has also volunteered at GiGi’s Playhouse, a Down syndrome achievement center serving individuals of all ages. There, she has taught and helped co-lead programs including Kitchen, Handwriting, Yoga, and Fitness, supporting participants in building skills, confidence, and independence.
In addition, Kloe works as a respite care worker, providing individualized support to help an individual meet personal needs and goals. Her role includes going out into the community to encourage social interaction, inclusion, and advocacy.
We are #MCRaiderNationProud of Kloe for her meaningful path rooted in service, growth, and a passion for rehabilitation.
6 days ago, Shawnna Rule
Last night the Raiders Wrestling headed to Jacksonville to face Piasa, Payson Seymour and Illinois United.
MCHS 24 Piasa 36
MCHS 41 Payson-Seymour 12
MCHS 46 Illinois United 6
Mason Coile and John Payne each had a win to help their team scores.
Kaci Eller was on a pinning spree! She had 3 pins for the night!
Molly Egli secured her first career win and did so with a pin!
Bocephus Schnoor had two wins for the night with one pin.
Liam Zimmerman pinned two!
Cole Beebe added another pin to his season.
Kaiden Hill had three wins for the night including a tech-fall and a major decision.
Kamden Merrill had three wins, two of which were pins.
Jesse Jones had three wins on the night, one was a pin.
Richard Gilmore secured a win and a pin!
The boys are heading to Beardstown Saturday for another quad meet and the girls are heading to Canton for an all-girls tournament.
