
The Raiders travel to PORTA today for a V game only. First pitch is scheduled for 4:30. Good Luck Raiders! Game location: 17651 Bluejay Rd. Petersburg, IL 62675


The Raiders travel to Lewistown today to compete in their JV Invitational. Field events start at 4:00. Good Luck Raiders! Meet location: 15205 North Street, Lewistown, IL,


Midwest Central Raiders Top Christian Life Academy 15–9 in Saturday Slugfest
The Midwest Central Raiders brought the heat Saturday, taking down Christian Life Academy 15–9 in a high-energy matchup that showcased the team’s offensive firepower and depth on the mound.
The Raiders scored in five of six innings, keeping constant pressure on their opponent and racking up seven stolen bases in the process.
The Raiders upperclassmen came up big. Collin Price reached base four times. Dalton Johnson went 2-for-4 with two doubles, and Rex Watts delivered a clutch 3-for-5 day that also included two doubles. Six different Raiders notched RBIs in the balanced attack.
On the mound, Johnson picked up the win, tossing five innings with five strikeouts and just one walk. Watts closed it out, earning the save with two solid innings and a pair of strikeouts.
It was a full-team effort and a statement win for the Raiders as they continue to build momentum this season.


The Raiders host CLA today for a V game followed by JV. V game starts at 1:30. Good Luck Raiders!


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The Raiders travel to Williamsfield today for a V game only. First pitch is scheduled for 4:30. Good Luck Raiders! Game location: 346 E Rova Dr, Oneida, IL 61467


The Raiders travel to WIU for the Lee Calhoun Relays today. Field events start at 2:00, with running events starting at 3:30. Good Luck Raiders! Meet location: 1 University Cir, Macomb, IL 61455


The Lady Raiders travel to Williamsville today for a V game only. Game time is 4:30. Good Luck Ladies! Game location: 900 S Walnut St, Williamsville, IL 62693


The Raiders travel to Havana today for a non-conference meet. Meet starts at 4:00. Good Luck Raiders! Meet location: 501 South McKinley Havana, IL 62644


Student Council sponsored a Rock, Paper, Scissors battle today at MCHS. At the end of the day we had a play off between those who had the most beads. In the end Cally beat Mr. Murphy and chose the Roasted gift card as her prize.





Lady Raiders put up a win last night, taking victory at home against the New Berlin Pretzels with a final score of 6-2. Lexi Wood earned the win for the Raiders, pitching 7 innings in the circle with Emma Junkin staying strong behind the plate. Junkin was clutch at the plate with 2 RBIs, alongside Grace Meeks and Mia Warner collecting an RBI each. Lady Raiders defense didn't commit a single error throughout the game, and Ava Warner made the most plays with eight. Meeks had a team high of 3 hits, and Addison Friedrich had a pivotal throw out at home from centerfield. It was a team effort. Great job Raiders, and we look forward to an away game against Williamsville on Thursday!


Students - It’s time for the 2025-26 Student Council elections!
Applications for the following Executive Board offices are available: President, First Vice President Community Service, First Vice President Teacher Appreciation, Second Vice President Student Activities, Secretary, and Treasurer.
If interested in being the Homecoming Second Vice President or the Honor Council Assistant, see Miss Sauder. These are appointed positions, not elected ones. All applications must be turned in to Miss Sauder by Friday, April 11.
Speeches will be given on Thursday, April 17. Student Council elections will take place on Thursday, April 17.


We are #MCRaiderNationProud! Menard Electric grants one scholarship applicant an all expense paid pass on the Youth to Washington Tour.... and this Raider right here is the lucky recipient! The tour will be June 16-23, 2025.
On the Youth to Washington Tour more than 60 students from Illinois travel together to spend a week in Washington, D.C. and meet Illinois Congressmen, Senators and their staffs, tour historical sites, receive information on career paths, learn about co-ops, make lifelong friends, and meet students from across the U.S. It is truly a remarkable trip sponsored for more than 50 years by U.S. electric and telephone co-ops.
WTG Carly!!!


The Lady Raiders host New Berlin today for a V game only. First pitch is scheduled for 4:30. Good Luck Ladies!


The Raiders travel to Tremont today for a V game only starting at 4:30. Good Luck Raiders! Game location: 400 W. Pearl St. Tremont, IL 61568


Dear MCHS Students and Parents,
I hope this message finds you well. As we begin planning student schedules for the upcoming school year, I encourage you to take a few moments to review the information below and engage in thoughtful conversations with your student about their academic choices.
Over the past several years, MCHS has made a concerted effort to expand elective course offerings. Thanks to the continued support of our Board of Education, we have been able to provide the staffing necessary to offer a wide variety of opportunities—more than 30 elective courses in total. Many of these courses are designed to equip students with practical, real-world skills. Additionally, we are proud to offer over 10 Early College courses for juniors and seniors through our partnership with Illinois Central College (ICC).
To assist in the decision-making process, our teachers have created the attached document, which offers insight into the content and benefits of each elective. We strongly encourage you to review this document together to help identify the courses that will be most meaningful and beneficial for your student.
Following this email, Mrs. Harbourn will send a course request form to all families. Please ensure this form is completed and submitted as soon as possible to secure placement in your preferred elective courses.
Please note that core classes—including English, Math, Science, and Social Studies—will be scheduled automatically for all students.
Thank you for your attention and support as we work together to create a valuable and enriching academic experience for our students. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Brad Welch
Principal
Midwest Central High School
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1317/MCHS/5510721/HS_Elective_Options_2526.pdf


The Raiders host Havana for a V game followed by JV tonight. V game starts at 4:30. Good Luck Raiders!


The Lady Raiders travel to Athens today for a Tomahawk Conference game. First pitch is scheduled for 4:30. Good Luck Ladies! Game location: 312 E. Hargrave, Athens


The Lady Raiders travel to Springfield today to play at the UIS Fields. They play 3 games today with the first one starting at 9:00. Good Luck Ladies! Game location: UIS Softball Field


A group of students went to Bradley University for an afternoon with current college students. Our students participated in interactive workshops, ate in the university’s student center, and ended the day with games to interact with peers. The goal of today was College 101. Our students were able to connect with college students, professors, and ask all the questions. The event sparked some interest in post secondary goals and eased some anxieties. What a great day to be a Raider!






