Hello Topper Faithful! I am once again very pleased to report another successful school week on the Hill! Overall, our students and staff are happy, healthy and COVID-19 free;) As we continue to build on these successful weeks we must consider what lies ahead and what our next steps could be. Throughout the entire pandemic, the Mt. Pulaski Administration... READ MORE >
Board Adopts 2021 School Budget The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met August 21st to conduct a budget hearing at 6:00 PM followed by the regular meeting in the Mount Pulaski Grade School Learning Center. All Board members were in attendance. The evening started with the annual budget hearing. The public has time during this hearing to make comments about the... READ MORE >
Good Friday Toppers! I am happy to once again report that we have had another successful week at the grade school and high school. There were no positive COVID-19 cases in the district and only a few students have been sent home with illness at this time. Nurse Hickey and our office staffs continue to monitor all students to assure they are symptom free. ... READ MORE >
Good Friday from the Hilltop! I think the first item on our mind as we enter this Friday, September 11th should be the remembrance of those who lost their lives not only on 9/11, but also in the days, months and years after the event. It is a good reminder of the durability of America as we work our way through this pandemic. Together we can battle anything. ... READ MORE >
Our first day of school for Mt. Pulaski Schools was a success! We are working to improve our systems for certifying students are symptom-free, delivering lunches and organizing bus riders, but all else went well. We expect an even better day today! Nearly 95% of Mt. Pulaski students are participating as in-person attendees while the remaining students are... READ MORE >
This youtube video is meant to help students and parents better understand the schedules that all students will be running as we kick off this school year. A downloadable copy of the Odd/Even Day schedule for grades 6-12 can be found here on our website.Please take time to view this video with your student(s) prior to the first day of school. READ MORE >
Check out Mr. Lamkey's latest VLOG to welcome students back! READ MORE >
Good Friday from the Hilltop! We are 12 days away from the opening of school on Tuesday, September 8th! We are excited to get our students back in the classroom after a nearly 6 month hiatus. As the district has communicated and you have read, there are a great number of changes in how we are starting this school year: Families and schools must conduct... READ MORE >
Good Friday from the Hilltop! We had a great start to registration with just fewer than 200 students (out of 525) have being registered on our first night. Registration is being conducted differently this year as we have offered a one stop registration for grade school and high school students in the grade school gym. Registration continues tonight 3-8PM and... READ MORE >
All registration is at the grade school. Check this out: READ MORE >
Hilltop Return to School Plan August 17, 2020 Presented to the MPCUSD 23 Board of Education through work by: MPCUSD 23 Transition Planning Team MPCUSD 23 District Leadership Team MPHS Building Leadership Team MPGS Building Leadership Team MPCUSD 23 Administration Inspire – Engage – Empower Our vision is to be an innovative,... READ MORE >
The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met August 17th to conduct the regular meeting at 6:00 PM in the Mount Pulaski Grade School Learning Center. All Board members were in attendance. The Board began the meeting by approving the Consent Agenda which included payment of bills, approval of minutes from the June Board Meeting and sales tax revenue report. An... READ MORE >
Happy Friday! 6 days until Registration 10 days until Mr. Morgan begins moving into the high school 17 days until Teachers Report 25 days until our Student’s First Day 130 days until Christmas I started this week’s communication with a few dates to remind us that school really is just around the corner! The Hilltop Return to School Plan will be... READ MORE >
While this article is lengthy, having this knowledge in advance will speed up the registration process, thus decreasing your wait time in the registration line. All families are required to have 1 adult representative register their student(s) at registration. Please, only 1 adult per family needs to attend. Entrance into the building will require wearing a mask... READ MORE >
Check out Superintendent Lamkey's latest VLOG! READ MORE >
Good Friday Hilltoppers, We have had a very productive week as construction and renovations have taken a leap forward and our affected staff is on the downhill slide from quarantine status. I am happy to report that no further positive cases have been tallied and those who did test positive are in good health and preparing to return to daily activities. Starting... READ MORE >
Good Friday Hilltoppers, I hope your week has been productive and finds you ready to enjoy a warm weekend! The school district has taken some tough punches this week as we discovered a positive COVID-19 test resulting in most of our district leadership being cast into quarantine until July 30th. Nonetheless, our teachers and administrators continue to build... READ MORE >
The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met July 20th to conduct the regular meeting at 6:00 PM in the Mount Pulaski Grade School Learning Center. All Board members were in attendance. The Board opened the floor up for Recognition of the Public, prior to moving forward to the Consent Agenda. High school social science teacher, Brian Erlenbush, updated the... READ MORE >
Good Day Hilltoppers,This release is to inform you that another Mount Pulaski CUSD 23 employee has tested positive for COVID-19. This employee has also come in contact with other employees through district work. The school district has contacted the Logan County Health Department as well as Regional Office of Education #17 to inform them of this positive test. ... READ MORE >
Good Friday Hilltoppers, I am happy to announce that as of this morning, the school district has had no further positive test results for COVID-19. While we regret this situation and have concerns for those who may have been affected, it allowed us to develop systems to care for those involved and our community. Those systems involved immediate communication... READ MORE >
Good Day Hilltoppers,This release is to inform you that a Mount Pulaski CUSD 23 employee has tested positive for COVID-19. This employee has also come in contact with other employees and students. The school district has contacted the Logan County Health Department as well as Regional Office of Education #17 to inform them of this positive test. The employee has... READ MORE >
Good Day Hilltoppers!Our first full week in July has been a productive one in the office, on the court and at the construction site! In the office we have been preparing for our Monday, July 13th, meeting of the Transition Planning Team (TPT). This team is composed of members from the Board of Education, administration, teachers, community, non-certified staff,... READ MORE >
Check out the progress at the high school through this virtual tour with our Superintendent, Mr. Lamkey. READ MORE >
Good Day, Hilltoppers!Just over a week has passed since the Illinois State Board of Education and Illinois Department of Public Health released the guidance document to reopen schools. District administration has been working through the 63 page document to identify and prioritize necessary tasks to successfully and safely reopen our district late this summer. ... READ MORE >
Good Morning Hilltoppers!I am sure many of you have had the opportunity to preview the guidelines for starting school later this summer. The staffs of Mt. Pulaski Grade School and High School have already taken steps to prepare for the return of your students to school as well as the potential for more remote learning. Each school has a Building Leadership Team... READ MORE >
Principal Morgan Nominated for Award of Excellence The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met June 22nd to conduct the regular meeting at approximately 6:10 PM in the Mount Pulaski Grade School Library. All Board members were in attendance, less Mr. Wilham and Mrs. Mott. At 6:00 PM the Board first conducted a hearing for the transfer of funds from the Tort Fund to... READ MORE >
We are requesting that all households who will have students enrolled this fall complete this online survey. Only 1 survey should be completed per household. If the student lives in multiple households, a survey should be completed for each.The results will help us plan for the upcoming school year and allow us to provide parents and students with needed... READ MORE >
Join the Superintendent, Mr. Lamkey, on a tour showing the construction progress at the high school! READ MORE >
Check out the progress on the high school construction by viewing this video tour with Superintendent Lamkey. READ MORE >
Board Discusses Pandemic and Bonds The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met for the May 18th regular meeting at 6:00 PM in the Mount Pulaski Grade School Library. All Board members were in attendance, but the audience was limited to Mt. Pulaski Education Association President Wyatt Waterkotte due to COVID-19 restrictions. The Board conducted a Bond Hearing to... READ MORE >
All iPads are required to be returned to the school prior to summer break. The device is expected to be in good, working condition within the issued case to avoid a fee. Be sure to include the USB charging box and syncing cable. You should be returning the Apple brand (12 Watt) components that were originally distributed with the device. Please place... READ MORE >
You've heard the phrase, "Good Things Come in Small Packages." Well, that's certainly true when speaking of our 8th grade class of 32 students! Unfortunately, we are unable to celebrate with them in a traditional promotion ceremony this year. However, that can't stop us from paying tribute to the exceptional uniqueness of each of these students. It has... READ MORE >
The Board of Education and Administration at MPCUSD #23 truly appreciate the hard work of our teachers. With so much to say, we've created this video to express our gratitude. Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! READ MORE >
Good Day, Hilltoppers!I know the news yesterday concerning graduations created quite a stir, not only in our community, but across the state. The Illinois State Board of Education and Superintendent Ayala issued the following statement this morning:Dear Colleagues:We have received your feedback. ISBE is acting quickly to develop updated recommendations for... READ MORE >
From: Illinois Department of Public Health PIODate: April 27, 2020Subject: Updated COVID-19 Testing Guidance As testing capacity expands, testing is now available for people who:Have COVID-19 symptoms (cough, shortness of breath and fever) ORHave a risk factor, such as Contact with someone confirmed to have COVID-19 A compromised immune system or a serious... READ MORE >
Good Afternoon Hilltoppers!Governor Pritzker’s announcement last week restricted students from physically returning to classes for the rest of the school year. What this means for students is that remote learning will continue through Friday May 15, 2020. Teachers will continue to make weekly assignments and offer daily help while students are expected to... READ MORE >
Board Tours Construction Site and Approves Plans for LobbyThe Mount Pulaski Board of Education met for the April 20th regular meeting at 5:00 PM in the cafeteria located at Mount Pulaski High School. All Board members were in attendance, including Rob Smith who participated in the meeting through video streaming. The Board began the meeting at an earlier time to... READ MORE >
As many of you have heard, Governor Pritzker has officially closed all Illinois schools for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. It saddens the hearts of the entire Mt. Pulaski Community to end our school year in such an abrupt fashion. Please know that the Board of Education, administration, teachers and staff are collaborating to devise plans to close... READ MORE >
The Mount Pulaski School Board will conduct their first public board meeting since the closure of schools on March 17th. Because of public restrictions, the school district cannot conduct board meetings under normal parameters due to concerns for public safety. The Monday, April 20, 2020, Regular Meeting of the Mount Pulaski Board of Education will be held in the... READ MORE >
Good Day, Hilltoppers, Honeybears, & Bruins!Here is an update on items that may affect you:School remains closed due to the pandemic through April 30, 2020.Remote Learning is up and running. If you have questions, email your student’s teacher or call the school office to speak with your principal. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to Noon.School will... READ MORE >
Enjoy this virtual tour of the high school construction project: READ MORE >
This letter, from Superintendent Lamkey, gives details on the extended closure (through 4/30/20) and remote learning plans:This letter is a request from the Superintendent regarding the district playgrounds/property:If you have any questions, please contact the district office. READ MORE >
While school is closed, progress is still underway on the new portion of the High School. Here are some pictures, courtesy of CORE Construction, to show what's going on: READ MORE >
Check out the latest VLOG from Superintendent Lamkey regarding our Remote Learning Days. READ MORE >
General District Questions What is the timeline for return to school? Pursuant to Executive Order 2020-10, at this time schools may reopen on April 8, 2020. Future decisions regarding statewide school closures will be made in consultation with public health officials. Are students allowed to enter the school during this time? Students and families should stay... READ MORE >
Hello Mt. Pulaski Faithful, I hope this communication finds you and your family safe as we navigate week two of shelter in place. Governor Pritzker, in collaboration with Illinois State Board of Education State Superintendent Dr. Carmen Ayala, announced that the mandated school closure would be extended from March 30th to April 7th. As of today, Mt. Pulaski... READ MORE >
A complete and accurate U.S. 2020 Census count is critical for our state and local communities to receive billions of dollars in Federal funding for programs and infrastructure you value most. From healthcare centers to nutrition assistance, school funding, libraries, roads, EMS services, and more, our communities benefit when every person is counted. For each... READ MORE >
The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met for the March 16th regular meeting at 6:00 PM in the district office located at Mount Pulaski Grade School. All Board members were in attendance less Doug Martin. No members of the audience chose to address the Board. The Board began the meeting by approving the Consent Agenda which included payment of bills and sales... READ MORE >
Mt. Pulaski teachers spent a better part of the last few days preparing instructional opportunities for our students who will be home from school due to school closures that resulted from the COVID19 Pandemic. The type of instruction varies from building to building and grade level to grade level, but the purpose of all assignments remains the same: to keep our... READ MORE >
Illinois State Board of Education Superintendent, Carmen Ayala, has recommended schools offer all students the opportunity to be served free lunches and breakfast/snack services during the duration of school closures. Mt. Pulaski Schools will create daily packs that include breakfast or a snack with milk and a full lunch and milk that can be picked up at one of... READ MORE >
MPCUSD #23 schools will be dismissed at 11:30 AM today, March 16, 2020.Any families choosing to keep their students home from school today will receive an excused absence with no consequences, including high school students seeking to not take finals. Teachers will have home instruction packets available for student pick up by the end of the school day today (11:30... READ MORE >
Governor Pritzker has announced the closure of all Illinois schools from Tuesday, March 17, 2020, through Monday, March 30, 2020. Mt. Pulaski schools will be in session this Monday, March 16, 2020. School will resume on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Check out Mr. Lamkey’s vlog regarding this closure: Decisions regarding activities and events will be announced on... READ MORE >
On Saturday, February 22nd Mt. Pulaski CUSD 23 conducted a District Goals and Direction Planning Meeting that was facilitated by Patrick Allen from the Illinois Association of School Boards. The planning meeting lasted six hours and involved stakeholders from across the district including students, parents, business owners, alumni, teachers, non-certified staff,... READ MORE >
The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met for the February 18th regular meeting at 6:00 PM in the district office located at Mount Pulaski Grade School. All Board members were in attendance less Rob Smith and Doug Martin. Mr. Smith did participate via cell phone. No members of the audience chose to address the Board, but Superintendent Lamkey did recognize the... READ MORE >
February 24, 2020 From: Fred Lamkey, Superintendent ASC#A1817-04 Pursuant to the Illinois Asbestos Abatement Act, this is to advise you that there will be Asbestos Abatement at our High School facility commencing on March 23, 2020 through approximately April 3, 2020. The location of this project is in the Locker Rooms & Wood Shop at 206 South Spring Street, Mt.... READ MORE >
At the Board of Education meeting on Feburary 18, 2020, the school calendar was approved for the 2020-2021 school year. Download the pdf version here! READ MORE >
The 8th grade promotion ceremony in the grade school gymnasium has been scheduled for Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 6:30 PM. High School graduation in the high school gymnasium has been scheduled for Sunday, May 17, 2020 at 3:00 PM. Questions can be directed to the school offices. READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce Mount Pulaski CUSD #23’s new app! It’s everything Mt. Pulaski Schools, in your pocket. With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteriamenus, news updates, and even emergency notifications. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2Z4a5QJ oriPhone: https://apple.co/2ZJtbvI. READ MORE >
Ever wonder how school closing decisions are made? At Mt. Pulaski CUSD #23, the priority is always the safety of our students and staff. READ MORE >
The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met for the January 21st regular meeting at 6:00 PM in the district office located at Mount Pulaski Grade School. All Board members were in attendance less Ashley Combs. Two community members, Willie Rentmeister Jr. and Tanker Wade, elected to speak to the Board concerning high school girls’ basketball. The Board began the... READ MORE >
The Mount Pulaski Board of Education met for the December 16th regular meeting at 6:00 PM in the district office located at Mount Pulaski Grade School. All Board members were in attendance and no community members were present to address the Board. The Board began the meeting by amending the agenda to omit the 3rd and 4th Grade Boys Basketball Position from the... READ MORE >
We're excited to introduce our new website and mobile app! READ MORE >