Enjoy the break! See you back at school on January 6, 2026!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-KUOfgLgqWc
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8th Grade Parents: All 8th graders will be dismissed from the Grade School on Friday, December 19, @ 11:24am.

The Board of Education celebrated Eric Cooper, the December Senior of the Month, at tonight's meeting. Eric is the President of the FFA. He is also a member of National Honor Society and the Student Athletic Advisory Committee. Eric participates in cross country, basketball, and baseball all while maintaining his placement on the straight A Honor Roll.

The Board of Education celebrated Kya Matson tonight as the December Athlete of the Month. Kya is a Senior leader on the Cheer team and also participated at Unity Christian in football cheer in the fall. Kya is pictured here with her current coach, Miss Powell, and also with her family and close friend.


Dismissal and break schedule!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Wednesday, 11/26 through Friday, 11/28 - No School
School Resumes on Monday, 12/1
Enjoy your break!
School Resumes on Monday, 12/1
Enjoy your break!

The Bill Rucks Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament tips off tonight, Monday, November 24th and will conclude on Saturday, November 29th. Check the schedule for when you can catch your Toppers in action!

Congratulations to Aly Murphy! She was the November Student of the Month and Athlete of the Month at MPHS. She was honored at the November Board of Education meeting.

School Dismissal Reminders for Next Week!
Monday, 11/24 - Regular Dismissal
Tuesday, 11/ 25 - 2:00 Dismissal
Wednesday, 11/26 through Friday, 11/28 - No School
Monday, 11/24 - Regular Dismissal
Tuesday, 11/ 25 - 2:00 Dismissal
Wednesday, 11/26 through Friday, 11/28 - No School

Today we celebrate our Substitute Teachers. Thanks for all you do!

Lots of fun at the Halloween Costume Contest today...hosted by the Student Council!





Sophia Buenrostro, pictured with Principal Fricke, was honored at the Board of Education meeting last week for earning the Student of the Month award. Congratulations, Sophia!

MPCUSD #23 is hiring - Activities/Athletic Director!
Looking to join our amazing school community? Check us out:
https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/146488/Athletic-Director/job-details
Looking to join our amazing school community? Check us out:
https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/146488/Athletic-Director/job-details

Anyone attending tonight's BoE meeting at the HS (Learning Center), should park on Cooke St., entering through the northeast door by the corner of Cooke & Spring Sts. The doors will unlock at 6:55PM for the beginning of the meeting at 7:00PM.

Picture Day is coming up on Oct. 27 @ MPHS! Pre-order to receive free shipping to the school. Order online at https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0104YCF.

Reminder: No School Friday, 10/10, or Monday, 10/13

Conner French, pictured here with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. French, and the principal, Mrs. Fricke, was honored as September Senior of the Month at the board meeting. Congratulations!

We are looking for awesome people to add to our pool of substitutes! We have the best students and staff in Central Illinois - consider enjoying your day with us!

Reminder: No school - Monday, 9/1/25

