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There was a change to the lunch menu for 2/16. The choices will now be: Pizza Quesadilla OR Chicken Patty Sandwich
Sorry for any inconvenience.
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Dear Midwest Central #191 employees, students, and families,
I write to ask for your patience and understanding as our district navigates the latest changes to the COVID-19 guidance and rules for Illinois schools.
On Friday night a Sangamon County judge ruled on a lawsuit filed on behalf of students, parents and employees against ISBE, IDPH, and 146 school districts across the state that challenged state-mandated COVID-19 mitigations. The judge ruled in favor of the parents and stuck down all mandates from the state including ISBE and IDPH regarding masks, vaccination, testing, etc.
We have been reviewing all the information in the judge’s decision and been in contact with school district attorneys to better understand how the ruling may apply to those of us not involved in the suit. The ruling and temporary restraining order issued only applies to the parties named in the lawsuit, and Midwest Central was not named in the lawsuit. The judge denied a motion to have her decision applied to all students, staff, and employees state wide earlier in the proceedings.
The Attorney General’s office immediately filed motion to stay (pause) the decision which could be ruled on in the next couple of days. They also filed a motion to appeal the decision in the appellate courts. This appellate court decision will either uphold or overturn the circuit court decision. An appellate court decision will establish precedent and most likely apply to all schools statewide. The appellate court will rule very quickly. It is anticipated that the ruling will be overturned at the appellate level.
Many districts have called emergency meetings and are voting to change their rules. While we have no concern about what they choose to do we are taking a more measured approach. We have seen time and time again where decisions have come out on a Friday at 5:00 PM only to have things change Monday morning. Although this ruling doesn’t apply to our district directly, it has opened the door to possible changes coming very soon to all Illinois Schools. As soon as we have made a decision that is best for our district, we will communicate that to you.
Thank you for your continued support of our students, teachers, and staff. While it has been a challenging 2 years, we will continue to push forward together.
Sincerely,
Dr. Todd Hellrigel
The Cheer Clinic on Saturday was a HUGE SUCCESS! All of our little cheer stars did an amazing job!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9Zx2_CjIHs
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All Midwest Central schools are closed tomorrow February 3rd. Games, practices, and the board meeting are all cancelled. Stay safe and warm!
I know there’s excitement in the air with the potential for a snow day this week! Just some reminders. If the weather is indeed bad, I try to make a call by 5:30 AM to cancel school. I’ll send out a text message, phone call, post on FB, and send an email if school is cancelled. If I cancel school this week and for some reason you’re not included in the messaging, don’t be offended, just let me know so we can find the error and get it fixed.
As far as this week goes, we'll have to wait and see what we get before we can make a decision. Thanks for your understanding.
Stay warm,
Dr. Todd Hellrigel
On Wednesday the MCPS staff had a chili cook off! There were 6 delicious chili's to sample, but Ms. Timm was the winner!
OMGoodness…. Look at this HUGE check Ms. Shaffer, our District Librarian, earned for us through a library technology grant! HIGH FIVE Ms. Shaffer!!!!! #MCRaiderNation
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As we are kicking off 2022, let's consider doing so in acts of service, big or small. Consider keeping Dr. King's legacy alive and unite through service year-round. Volunteering makes this world a better place!
Miss Forsythe and Mrs. Trettin’s Pre-K class made eggs bounce for our I Wonder Wednesday science project this week. We had so much fun!
Just a reminder that there is no school this Monday, January 17th, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
Since it's so cold outside, Mrs. Charlton's kindergarten class wrote their sight words in snow. Fake snow!
Primary School Winter Holiday Concert brought to you by MCPS Preschool, Kindergarten, First, and Second grades and conducted by Mr. Kevin Forbes.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S7jNshuFoGdUP9RHhGPU8x4PfZnG9MTi/view?usp=sharing
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Check out this family cooking class on Monday the 10th at 3:30 PM for all of Mason County!
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