Thanks to everyone who came to auditions for Annie Get Your Gun! The callback list is on the office window.
For those of you not on the callback list, your first practice is Tuesday, August 31, from 3:00-4:30 in the music room.
The Lady Raiders host PORTA on 8/26/21. "C" game starts at 5:00, followed by the JV at 6:00. Theme for the night is Black/White. Good Luck Ladies!
The Raiders travel to 4 Willows to play golf on 8/26/21. Tee off time is 4:00. Good Luck Raiders!
All outdoor activites related to MC are cancelled for today; no games or practice.
Since the MCHS Volleyball game is indoors, we are still hosting that.
ITS GAME DAY!!!
Come support the FIRST home game for our lady Raider Volleyball Team!!! Spectators welcome - WITH a mask!
Let go ladies!!
JV - 6:00 , V - 7:00 PM
See you there!
The Lady Raiders host Tremont on 8/24/21. "C" Game starts at 5:00, followed by the JV at 6:00. Theme for the night is Country. Good Luck Ladies!
Join our team!
Yearbooks are in! If you graduated last year, you can pick yours up in the high school office. Didn't order one? We have extras! They are $60.
The Raiders travels to Wee-Ma-Tuk today for golf action. Tee off time is 4:00. Good Luck Raiders!
Hello Raider Families,
We've successfully navigated the first few days of the year. While there are always adaptations and some confusion those first couple days, I'd say things have gone very well. Much of the success couldn't have happened without your help and support. I realize bus times are slower those first few days because getting 3, 4, and 5 year old students on the bus can be a challenge. Dismissal has improved each day. We're off to a good start, and I believe our students will have a more "normal" experience this year.
Thank you for your patience and encouragement.
Raider Proud,
Dr. Todd Hellrigel
Attention all Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, there are two Student Council Exec Board positions still open, First Vice President of Community Service and Secretary. Petitions are available on the bulletin board in the horse shoe hallway and on the door of Room 10. All petitions are due back to Miss Sauder in Room 10 on Wednesday August 25.
Attention Freshmen, if anyone is interested in being Class President or Student Council Representative for the Class of '25 please see Ms. Lee for a petition.
The Back to School Bash is tonight from 6:00-8:00 PM and all MCHS students are invited (no outside guests)! Come and play games and hang out with friends. There will be whiffle ball, bags, ladder ball, can jam, spike ball, yard Jenga, and water balloon volleyball! There will be music, snacks, and water to drink too! The bash will begin at 6:00
PM and end at 8:00 PM in front of the high school. Entry is $2.
In accordance with IDPH, IHSA, and IESA guidelines, the Midwest Central CUSD #191 Athletic Department has developed the following guidelines for all spectators and student-athletes that attend or participate in any home events that will occur during the 2021 INDOOR sports season at Midwest Central. It is our goal to hold all scheduled contests for our student-athletes. In order for this to occur, we need your full cooperation with the requirements that are listed below. Please understand that the requirements to conduct athletic events may change, and we may be required to change our procedures for hosting events. If these procedures change, we will communicate them as quickly as possible.
• At this time, no capacity limits for the number of spectators in attendance at extracurricular events and activities exists.
• All fans attending an event should self-certify that they are symptom free of COVID-19 before arrival to an event.
• All student-athletes, coaches, game personnel, and spectators MUST wear a mask regardless of vaccination status.
• A certain section will be designated for the student-athletes and coaches near the bench area to keep student-athletes and spectators separate at the event. The designated area will be marked.
• There will be an admission charge for attending events -- $4.00 per adult, $3.00 per student/child, and free admittance for Senior Citizens. Passes are available to be purchased.
• Concessions will be available.
• Restrooms will be available.
Hopefully, this information allows you to attend all indoor extracurricular events hosted by the Midwest Central CUSD #191. We appreciate your cooperation and patience at this time.
Sincerely,
Rodney L. Norris
MCHS Assistant Principal/A.D.
Hello Raiders,
As the back to school plan mentions we will be implementing the “Test to Stay” option this year. It’s an approved protocol for close contacts. We will use the BinaxNOW Rapid Test which involves a simple, noninvasive Q-tip like nasal swab. This isn’t the “let’s find your brain” test that some of you may be familiar with. Test to stay requires tests day 1,3,5, and 7.
If your child is considered a close contact and symptom free you don’t have to quarantine this year, if your child has been COVID positive in the last 90 days, they're fully vaccinated, or you as the parent consent to the Test to Stay. If none of these apply, then your child be required to quarantine for the 10 days. Those that opt in to the Test to Stay and follow through with the protocol will be able to stay in school and participate as normal in all school activities.
As we now know, even fully vaccinated people can get COVID. If fully vaccinated, I’d still suggest after day 5 of exposure that you get a rapid test so as to not spread COVID to others. The opt in form is attached and will need to be filled out and provided to your school nurse in order to get a COVID test. You may also request a test voluntarily if your child has some questionable symptoms and you just want to “be sure”. We did this last spring with staff and students and it worked very well.
We sent the form home with students, all families received a copy of it via TeacherEase, and included below you can find a link to it on our website. I would suggest getting this on file with the nurse in advance, so should you need a test you can get one without hassle and not disrupt your student's attendance.
Sincerely,
Todd Hellrigel
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1486228/Student_COVID_Test_Consent_3.19.21.pdf
The Raiders golf team travels to Country Hills on 8/19/21. Tee of time is 4:00. Good Luck Raiders!
Lady Raiders Volleyball play Heyworth on 8/23/21. JV match starts at 6:00, followed by the V. Good Luck Ladies!
Join our team!
Raider Families,
Tomorrow is our first day of transportation. We've had several late registrants this year, so please understand that route times may be plus or minus the time given by a few minutes. Here are 3 reminders.
1. If you need to call for a transportation change, we'll only be able to do so if we know before 1:30 PM.
2. Per CDC we have to require masking on buses. Please know that it will be enforced.
3. Thank you for your patience as we work out kinks on our first day. Loading and unloading (especially the little ones) always takes a bit longer the first few days. This will improve as students learn where to go.
Thank you for your support and encouragement this year,
Dr. Todd Hellrigel
Raider Family,
This is just a friendly reminder that the following documents are needed for these grade levels and or students with medical needs.
Primary School
Preschool - current physical, and immunizations
Kindergarten - current physical, immunizations, dental exam and a vision exam.
Second grade - dental exam due by May 15th of the current school year.
Middle School
6th grade - current physical and immunizations, dental exam.
High School
9th grade - current physical, immunizations, and dental exam.
12th grade - 2nd meningococcal vaccine.
District Wide
If your student uses an inhaler, or an epi-pen, has a food or other allergy that requires medical treatment at school, An Allergy / Asthma Action plan needs to be filled out by the attending physician and sent to school for each current school year. (not needed for mild / occasional seasonal allergies)
If your student will be taking a prescription medication at school, a Medication Authorization form will need to be filled out by the parent /guardian and physician then sent to the appropriate school.
If your student will participate in a sport, A sports physical will need to be renewed yearly.
If you are a new student enrolling for the first time in an Illinois school a current physical, immunizations, dental and an eye exam will be required.
Please contact the appropriate school for your student with any questions or concerns you may have.
Thank you sincerely in advance for your cooperation!
Densie Richardson LPN
MCHS faculty and staff received CPR, AED, epipen, and Narcan training today. Thanks to Forman Ambulance for the training!
