Midwest Central Middle School Cross Country practices will start on August 3rd for any students in 5th - 8th grade. Practice on August 3rd will be 7:00am - 8:15am. A parent meeting will begin at 8:15. Practice for August 4th - 7th will be 7:00am - 8:30am. Practices the following week will be 3:15 -4:45. Practices will be held at the HS. Meet at the north parking lot. When picture day is known, we will adjust practice location and time accordingly. Contact Coach Norris @ norris@midwestcentral.org if you need any additional information. If you are not on the MS XC Band App, please select this link to join: https://band.us/n/a3aaA0O0p3U2F
The Boys Raider youth Camp finished up on Friday with some skills training, fun competitions, and even a Raider run against the High School players! Each day throughout the week, 2 campers were awarded the Raider Award based on attitude and effort. What a great week to be a Raider!
Summer Meal Program Reminder
The Summer Meal Program will begin next Thursday from 4:00–6:00 PM at MCMS (121 N. Church Street / Green Valley).
Please note that meals must be picked up by a parent, legal guardian, or approved caregiver. Students may not pick up meals on their own.
See the attached map for pickup location. We are excited to help provide meals for local families throughout the summer!
The Summer Meal Program will begin next Thursday from 4:00–6:00 PM at MCMS (121 N. Church Street / Green Valley).
Please note that meals must be picked up by a parent, legal guardian, or approved caregiver. Students may not pick up meals on their own.
See the attached map for pickup location. We are excited to help provide meals for local families throughout the summer!
These young ladies had a great week at camp learning new skills each day! Here are the end of the week awards that were handed out:
Most Layups Made: Georgia Harbourn
Most Free Throws Made: Sloane Lhamon
Hot Shot Champion: Addison Bartolazzi
Raider Spirit Award: Devyn Nelson
Hustle Award: Elizabeth Charlton
Most Improved: London Cunningham
Dribble Champion: Addyson Smith
Great work ladies, keep playing basketball and have a great summer!
Most Layups Made: Georgia Harbourn
Most Free Throws Made: Sloane Lhamon
Hot Shot Champion: Addison Bartolazzi
Raider Spirit Award: Devyn Nelson
Hustle Award: Elizabeth Charlton
Most Improved: London Cunningham
Dribble Champion: Addyson Smith
Great work ladies, keep playing basketball and have a great summer!
In cooperation with Tazewell County Health Department, U of I Extension, and Ujima Hunger Coalition, Midwest Central School District, South Pekin School District, and Delavan School District are offering free meals for children this summer. We will accept any school age child above 1 year that wants to come to this site as long as parent/ guardian has them registered. Please see the attached flier for registration and pick up location information.
We had a good first day of the Lady Raider basketball camp! It's going to be a great week!
Please remember to register for your sport before the season starts. Any student entering 5th - 8th grade is able to participate in MS cross country. Any student entering 6th - 8th grade are able to participate in all the other sports that the MS offers. You must have a current physical on file and registration done before you will be allowed to practice. Here is the link for the registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScw9CNBROXq2APYB5hUtxd1AzLrIgj9rHuMX6E2cpuQI9y6kg/viewform
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What a great way to wrap up the 2025–26 school year!
Today, the staff of Midwest Central gathered for a year-end cookout to celebrate another successful school year. A special thank you to our amazing Food Service team for preparing a delicious meal and to Dr. Hellrigel for taking his turn at the grill!
During the celebration, we also had the opportunity to recognize and honor our retirees, Kelly Schmidgall and Rodney Norris, for their years of dedication and service to Midwest Central. We thank them for the lasting impact they have made on our students, staff, and community.
To all of our staff—thank you for your hard work, commitment, and care throughout the year. Your efforts helped make the 2025–26 school year a tremendous success.
Have a well-deserved, relaxing summer break!
Today, the staff of Midwest Central gathered for a year-end cookout to celebrate another successful school year. A special thank you to our amazing Food Service team for preparing a delicious meal and to Dr. Hellrigel for taking his turn at the grill!
During the celebration, we also had the opportunity to recognize and honor our retirees, Kelly Schmidgall and Rodney Norris, for their years of dedication and service to Midwest Central. We thank them for the lasting impact they have made on our students, staff, and community.
To all of our staff—thank you for your hard work, commitment, and care throughout the year. Your efforts helped make the 2025–26 school year a tremendous success.
Have a well-deserved, relaxing summer break!
And just like that, the 2025–2026 school year has come to an end!
Today marks the last student attendance day of the school year, and we want to thank our Raiders, families, staff, and community for a wonderful year filled with learning, growth, accomplishments, and memories.
We are incredibly proud of all that our students have achieved and look forward to seeing what the future holds for each of them.
Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer, Raiders! We can't wait to welcome you back in the fall. #MCRaiderNationProud
Today marks the last student attendance day of the school year, and we want to thank our Raiders, families, staff, and community for a wonderful year filled with learning, growth, accomplishments, and memories.
We are incredibly proud of all that our students have achieved and look forward to seeing what the future holds for each of them.
Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer, Raiders! We can't wait to welcome you back in the fall. #MCRaiderNationProud
Last Friday, first grade had their field trip to Kid and Play Indoor Playground in Peoria. Afterwards, they went to the zoo park and had a picnic. They had so much fun and can't wait to go back next year!
Please join us in congratulating Jayne Wood on 20 years of service at Midwest Central!
Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to our students, staff, and school community throughout the years. Your contributions and positive impact on our district are greatly appreciated.
Congratulations on this incredible milestone, and thank you for all you do for Midwest Central! #MCRaiderNationProud
Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to our students, staff, and school community throughout the years. Your contributions and positive impact on our district are greatly appreciated.
Congratulations on this incredible milestone, and thank you for all you do for Midwest Central! #MCRaiderNationProud
Please join us in congratulating Ms. Mangold, Ms. Mooningham, Ms. Ranallo, and Mrs. Charlton on 10 years of service at Midwest Central!
Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, and school community over the past decade. Your impact and contributions to our district are truly appreciated.
Congratulations on this milestone and thank you for all you do for Midwest Central! #MCRaiderNationProud
Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, and school community over the past decade. Your impact and contributions to our district are truly appreciated.
Congratulations on this milestone and thank you for all you do for Midwest Central! #MCRaiderNationProud
Congratulations to Mrs. Kelly Schmidgall on her retirement!
Attention Student Athletes & Families
A Manito Medical Associates is offering FREE sports physicals for students preparing for the upcoming school year and athletic seasons!
Please see the attached flyer for dates, times, eligibility, and additional details. Thank you to our local healthcare partners for supporting our student-athletes! #MCRaiderNationProud
A Manito Medical Associates is offering FREE sports physicals for students preparing for the upcoming school year and athletic seasons!
Please see the attached flyer for dates, times, eligibility, and additional details. Thank you to our local healthcare partners for supporting our student-athletes! #MCRaiderNationProud
Celebrating 15 Years of Leadership – Rodney Norris
After 15 years of dedicated service to Midwest Central, we congratulate Rodney Norris on his retirement as our High School Assistant Principal and Athletic Director.
Throughout his time at MCHS, Mr. Norris has been a steady leader, a supportive presence for students and staff, and a familiar face at countless games, events, and everyday moments that make our school special. From early mornings to late nights, he’s been there—cheering on our Raiders, solving problems, and somehow keeping it all running smoothly.
While we’re excited for him to enjoy a well-earned retirement, it won’t quite be the same without him in the halls (or on the sidelines). His impact on our students, programs, and community will be felt for years to come.
Thank you, Mr. Norris, for your years of commitment, leadership, and care for Raider Nation. We wish you all the best in this next chapter—you’ve more than earned it. 💙
#MCRaiderNationProud
After 15 years of dedicated service to Midwest Central, we congratulate Rodney Norris on his retirement as our High School Assistant Principal and Athletic Director.
Throughout his time at MCHS, Mr. Norris has been a steady leader, a supportive presence for students and staff, and a familiar face at countless games, events, and everyday moments that make our school special. From early mornings to late nights, he’s been there—cheering on our Raiders, solving problems, and somehow keeping it all running smoothly.
While we’re excited for him to enjoy a well-earned retirement, it won’t quite be the same without him in the halls (or on the sidelines). His impact on our students, programs, and community will be felt for years to come.
Thank you, Mr. Norris, for your years of commitment, leadership, and care for Raider Nation. We wish you all the best in this next chapter—you’ve more than earned it. 💙
#MCRaiderNationProud
Speech Pathologist Appreciation Day – May 18
Today we celebrate our speech pathologists who help students find their voice and build confidence in communication.
Your patience, expertise, and encouragement make a lasting impact on our students’ success—thank you for all that you do!
#MCRaiderNationProud
Today we celebrate our speech pathologists who help students find their voice and build confidence in communication.
Your patience, expertise, and encouragement make a lasting impact on our students’ success—thank you for all that you do!
#MCRaiderNationProud
Now Hiring @ MC — Come Be a Raider!
Congratulations to our top sellers from the Midwest Central Band Boosters Butch’s Pizza fundraiser!
Primary School: JJ Watson
Middle School: Morgan Riley
High School: Quentin Richter
Each student received a $50 award for being the top seller at their school.
Thank you to all of the students, families, and community members who supported the fundraiser. Together, over $1,500 was raised to help support the Midwest Central band program.
Primary School: JJ Watson
Middle School: Morgan Riley
High School: Quentin Richter
Each student received a $50 award for being the top seller at their school.
Thank you to all of the students, families, and community members who supported the fundraiser. Together, over $1,500 was raised to help support the Midwest Central band program.
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