Today is Opposite Day! 💙
Upcoming Dismissal Reminders!
Friday, May 16
- Grade School dismissed @ 1:58
- High School dismissed @ 2:02
Monday, May 19 & Tuesday, May 20 - Regular dismissal days
Wednesday, May 21
- Grade School dismissed @ 1:58
- High School dismissed @ 2:02
Thursday, May 22
- Grade School dismissed @ 1:58
- High School dismissed @ 2:02
Please send money and permission slips by Monday. If your child is not going they must attend school for promotion practice on Tuesday morning. They can then be picked up if they are not attending the field trip. There will be transportation the end of the day. Also make sure to sign up for bringing in breakfast items. We do not have many signed up. If we don't get more we will not be able to have the breakfast. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZrNshxHjeIozGHR8hQ7bXxrjIJwFo4uFcSRizvasllc/edit?usp=drivesdk
These students will be participating in the Class 1A/2A State Tournament next weekend in East Peoria. Good luck to all of our MPGS Trackletes!!
Maebri Bender - 8th grade Shot Put
Addison Deibert - 7th grade Long Jump
7th Grade 4x400 Team - Alyssa Scattergood, Ella Spang, Carys Daniels, and Joy Werts.
Taylah Wakeman - 400m Dash
Sronte Siebert - 800m Run
The Pie in the Face Fundraiser for Parker Swaar was a HUGE success. MPGS raised $1360 to donate to Parker's family. Parker is an 8th grader from Illini Central Middles School who was badly injured at a track meet last week. Parker's Dad, Ryan was here this morning to receive the donation. The "Pie Throwers" were drawn randomly from the tickets they purchased. Maebri and Madalynn threw at Mr. A. Grayson and Morgan threw at Mrs. Switzer. Mrs. Lora also got in on the action with a pie in the face by Jaydin. We added a bonus, Piper in KB, donated the largest sum of money so she got to throw a pie in everyone's face! Thank you to everyone who donated.
The MPHS golf team is having its first annual golf outing! All proceeds benefit the 2025-2026 golf season. Get your team together and get signed up by June 1.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePk15RvkO87kt3Pe0cCPrgdVCo07-mq6cngM4dFiL2f7n32Q/viewform?usp=dialog
Special thanks to Deron Powell, State Farm Agent, for perking up the morning for all of our staff during Teacher Appreciation Week! He treated us to Brew66 this morning. Thank you, Deron!
Tonight we celebrate the Arts. We would love to invite our community to celebrate with us!
6:00 p.m. - Junior High Band Concert in the MPHS Main Gym
6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. - High School Art Show in the MPHS Cafeteria
7:30 p.m. - High School Band Concert in the MPHS Main Gym
Today was Twin Day at MPGS!!! We had a great Turnout!!! We even have real twins, sisters and a grandma and grandson!
Thanks Nurse Stacy for your patience and care for all of us here at MPGS! We couldn't do it without you!
Miss Awe's 5th grade class did a Day of Service Project with Mrs. Block . We would like to thank Lincoln IGA and Lincoln Walmart for their $100 contributions for the project. The kids put together approximately 40 "celebration kits" that included : 9x13 aluminum pans, cake mixes, icing, sprinkles, candles, and a can of lemon lime soda (to be used in place of egg and oil for the cake). The kits included directions on how to use the soda as a replacement in case individuals did not have eggs or oil in their homes. These kits were donated to Lincoln/Logan Food Pantry on 5/5/25. The kids have been learning about "service", generosity and kindness in our SEL group. They truly loved doing this project and their generosity and service was greatly appreciated by the Food Pantry staff. ~Tara Block, LCSW, TCSEA School Social Worker
Countdown to Summer Theme Days for May!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! We're blessed with the BEST at MPGS!!
Mount Pulaski High School is hiring! We are seeking a Driver's Education teacher for next school year. MPHS is an awesome place to work with amazing staff and students!
https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/145502/Drivers-Education-Teacher/job-details
Parker Swaar, an 8th grader from Illini Central, was hit in the head with a shot put Saturday afternoon at a track meet. He suffered a brain bleed and a fractured skull. The MPGS track team would like to show their support and raise money for the family to offset the cost of living while they are by his side.
We have decided to have a Pie in the Face Fundraiser for Parker! Students can bring in money, starting Monday May 5 through Thursday May 8, to earn raffle tickets. Two winners will be drawn the morning of Friday May 8, to pie Mrs. Switzer and Mr. A in the face!
$1 earns one ticket
$5 earns one arms length
$10 earns two arms length
Let’s show Parker and his family some love!!
Jr. Topper Basketball Camp will be held June 16th - 19th for boys and girls going into Kindergarten through 4th grade. The camp will be held in the multi-purpose gym at MPHS. All sign ups are due Friday, May 16th. If you have any questions, please let me know!
🌟 Happy Principal’s Day, Mrs. Lora!
Your leadership, kindness, and dedication make our school a better place every single day. Thank you for inspiring our students, supporting our staff, and leading with heart. We’re so lucky to have you! 💙📚
The Mt. Pulaski School District is keeping the Chatham community in our thoughts during this difficult time. We are standing with them and sending strength, support, and care to all those affected. We ask that MPGS students and staff wear red tomorrow (Thursday, May 1) to show our support for Chatham and to stand together in solidarity. We will also be doing Caps for a Cause tomorrow with the proceeds going to the Chatham Community. Please bring a dollar to wear a cap.
Order your 1st Day School Supplies today!! Shop Early & Save Big Compared to Amazon, Walmart & Target! Let’s help families beat the back-to-school rush and lock in those savings now! Click the link below...
https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/33806?utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Spiritwear_opening_4C_all
The MPGS First Graders traveled to the Kidzeum of Health and Science in Springfield today!
