We had a great time celebrating our lunch heroes today!
Across all our buildings, we recognized the incredible staff who keep our cafeterias running and our students fueled each day. From preparing meals to creating welcoming spaces, their hard work makes a difference we appreciate more than words can say.
Thank you to our lunch heroes for all you do for our students and schools!
Across all our buildings, we recognized the incredible staff who keep our cafeterias running and our students fueled each day. From preparing meals to creating welcoming spaces, their hard work makes a difference we appreciate more than words can say.
Thank you to our lunch heroes for all you do for our students and schools!



This morning, our first-grade classes visited the library for a special presentation from Mrs. Herrin about her experience as a beekeeper.
Students learned what it takes to care for a hive and explored several tools beekeepers use in their work. They even got a sweet treat at the end—sampling some of Mrs. Herrin’s local honey!
Thank you, Mrs. Herrin, for sharing your time and helping bring learning to life for our students! 🐝
Students learned what it takes to care for a hive and explored several tools beekeepers use in their work. They even got a sweet treat at the end—sampling some of Mrs. Herrin’s local honey!
Thank you, Mrs. Herrin, for sharing your time and helping bring learning to life for our students! 🐝







There’s some exciting science happening MCPS
Several classrooms have been busy hatching praying mantises and watching their early life stages up close. The mantis egg cases were generously donated by Sarah Parkin, who collected them while working at a tree farm this winter.
It’s been a fantastic hands-on learning experience as students discover a whole new world of insects right in their classrooms!
Several classrooms have been busy hatching praying mantises and watching their early life stages up close. The mantis egg cases were generously donated by Sarah Parkin, who collected them while working at a tree farm this winter.
It’s been a fantastic hands-on learning experience as students discover a whole new world of insects right in their classrooms!



A Special Thank You to Our Principals!
MCPS students helped celebrate Principal Appreciation Day by signing a giant handmade sign for Ms. Timm and Mr. Mooney!
It was a fun and meaningful way to show just how much they are appreciated for all they do each day for our students and staff. We’re lucky to have such great leaders!
#MCRaiderNationProud
MCPS students helped celebrate Principal Appreciation Day by signing a giant handmade sign for Ms. Timm and Mr. Mooney!
It was a fun and meaningful way to show just how much they are appreciated for all they do each day for our students and staff. We’re lucky to have such great leaders!
#MCRaiderNationProud

May 1st is a BIG Day at Midwest Central!
Today we’re celebrating both School Lunch Hero Day AND School Principal Day!
To our incredible cafeteria staff: thank you for fueling our students each day with warm meals, friendly smiles, and constant care. You truly keep our school running!
And to our amazing principals: thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless hours you pour into supporting our students, staff, and families. Your impact reaches far beyond the school walls!
We are lucky to have such hardworking, caring people serving our school community every single day. If you see one of our Lunch Heroes or Principals today, be sure to share a thank you!
Today we’re celebrating both School Lunch Hero Day AND School Principal Day!
To our incredible cafeteria staff: thank you for fueling our students each day with warm meals, friendly smiles, and constant care. You truly keep our school running!
And to our amazing principals: thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless hours you pour into supporting our students, staff, and families. Your impact reaches far beyond the school walls!
We are lucky to have such hardworking, caring people serving our school community every single day. If you see one of our Lunch Heroes or Principals today, be sure to share a thank you!


May Menus




Lunch choices for tomorrow (4/30/26) have been changed for the Primary School.
They will now be the following:
Red: Hot Dog
Yellow: Mini Corn Dogs
Blue: Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
They will now be the following:
Red: Hot Dog
Yellow: Mini Corn Dogs
Blue: Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

Celebrating Our Growing Raider Family!
We had a wonderful time celebrating three of our Primary School teachers at their baby shower!
Wishing them all the best as they get ready to welcome their newest little additions.
We had a wonderful time celebrating three of our Primary School teachers at their baby shower!
Wishing them all the best as they get ready to welcome their newest little additions.


Happy School Transportation Staff Appreciation Day! 🚌 Today we celebrate and thank our amazing staff who safely transport our students each day with care, patience, and a friendly smile. Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons—you play a vital role in our school community. We are so grateful for all that you do to keep our students safe and supported!

Picnic with Your Raider!
We’re excited to welcome families to join their students for a fun lunch and recess together!
Check out the details on the graphic and be sure to RSVP—we can’t wait to see you there!
We’re excited to welcome families to join their students for a fun lunch and recess together!
Check out the details on the graphic and be sure to RSVP—we can’t wait to see you there!

Big News for MCPS!
We’re excited to share that Krista Herrin has been awarded a $7,389 grant through Casey’s Cash for Classrooms on behalf of Midwest Central Primary School!
This funding will support flexible seating and additional resources for our special education department—helping create a more comfortable, engaging, and supportive learning environment for our students.
Thank you to Casey’s Cash for Classrooms for investing in our school and making a difference!
#MCRaiderNationProud
We’re excited to share that Krista Herrin has been awarded a $7,389 grant through Casey’s Cash for Classrooms on behalf of Midwest Central Primary School!
This funding will support flexible seating and additional resources for our special education department—helping create a more comfortable, engaging, and supportive learning environment for our students.
Thank you to Casey’s Cash for Classrooms for investing in our school and making a difference!
#MCRaiderNationProud

A big THANK YOU to Dan Sarff for painting the Primary School football field!
We appreciate your time and effort in helping make our space look great for our students. #MCRaiderNationProud
We appreciate your time and effort in helping make our space look great for our students. #MCRaiderNationProud

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Today we celebrate the incredible administrative professionals who keep our schools running smoothly behind the scenes. Your organization, dedication, and constant support make a difference every single day for our students, staff, and families. Thank you for all you do—we truly appreciate you!

Reserve your spot today!

Now Hiring @ MC — Come Be a Raider!


Thank You, Manito Musical Advocates!
A big thank you to the Manito Musical Advocates for purchasing guard rails for the primary school risers. This thoughtful support helps ensure our students can perform safely and confidently.
We appreciate your continued investment in our music program and our students!
A big thank you to the Manito Musical Advocates for purchasing guard rails for the primary school risers. This thoughtful support helps ensure our students can perform safely and confidently.
We appreciate your continued investment in our music program and our students!

Making Music & Reading Notes!
Our 4th grade music students just wrapped up their unit on reading music on bells using Mr. Everybody’s Musical Apartment!
Each student earned a certificate for completing the unit—great work to all of our young musicians! #MCRaiderNationProud
Our 4th grade music students just wrapped up their unit on reading music on bells using Mr. Everybody’s Musical Apartment!
Each student earned a certificate for completing the unit—great work to all of our young musicians! #MCRaiderNationProud



A Big Surprise at the Primary School!
Our students were amazed to find this giant moth outside the building today! For a little perspective—that’s Ms. Timm’s hand next to it.
Safe to say, it sparked lots of curiosity and excitement!
Our students were amazed to find this giant moth outside the building today! For a little perspective—that’s Ms. Timm’s hand next to it.
Safe to say, it sparked lots of curiosity and excitement!

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🐰🌷 Hoppy Easter, Midwest Central! 🐣💛
Chocolate, smiles, and springtime fun—wishing our students, staff, and families the best day ever!
Chocolate, smiles, and springtime fun—wishing our students, staff, and families the best day ever!

