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Last week, Katrina Farris (Director of Early Childhood) and some of the Little Leaders Daycare and Birth to 3 Program employees took a tour at LIFT to get a sneak peek of the building they will soon be working in!
First picture: Top left to right: Cheryl Headrick, Lori Collings, Jennifer Bolin
Bottom row left to right, Tonya Reynolds, Hannah Jaco, Katrina Farris, Jammie Bowyer, and Hannah Seay.
(Not all employees were able to be present)
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #LIFTCentralIllinois
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Shout out to our current @liftcentralil school partners! We are so excited to have Juniors & Seniors from 16 different districts throughout our region attending LIFT! Schools can still become a partner. For more go to mattoon.k12.il.us/lift #MCUSD2 #Mattoon #LIFTCentralIllinois
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*WIGs Wednesday*
Meet Josiah Wilcox! His summer WIG is to spend more time with family members. We love that WIG and hope he gets plenty of quality family time this summer!
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon
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Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the work that went on today at Mattoon High School.
Lines painted on the track + trusses going up on the Public Restrooms, Weight Rooms, and Locker rooms!
Getting closer & closer!
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #MHS
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Today celebrates the anniversary of when the US approved the design for our nation's first national flag in 1777.
In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation making June 14 the official date for Flag Day, and in 1949 Congress permanently made the date National Flag Day.
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #FlagDay
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Help us in congratulating our 2022 Exchange Club Scholarship Winners:
Josiah Donaldson, Chole Jobe, Emma Plunkett, and Isabella Smith
Photo credit: Bob Handshy.
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #MHS
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The Tennis Courts are officially complete at MHS! Students decided to try them out this morning. Big thanks to Byrne & Jones Sports Construction for making this happen, along with Wohltman Construction
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #MHS #HighSchoolAthletics #TennisCourts #Updates
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Summer School is now in session and kids 0-18 can eat breakfast and lunch FREE daily. This is open to the public, not just kids in school.
Elementary:
Breakfast at 8:00 - 8:30 AM
Lunch at 11:15 - 11:30 AM
MMS/MHS:
Breakfast at 8:30 - 9:00 AM
Lunch at 11:30-11:45 AM
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Calling all student musicians to participate and stay active this summer and beyond. For more details contact Chris Keniley.
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #SummerEvents
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Check out some of our new job openings and consider joining our team!
1.MHS English Teacher
2. Riddle Elementary 3-5 Self-Contained ED Teacher
#mcusd2 #mattoon #nowhiring
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S.T.E.A.M. Summer Camp is July 11-15!
Incoming 4th, 5th, and 6th graders will have the opportunity to use 3D printers to make their own games!
Register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgXs1D1by8VpSDSqmhtsKTrwe37U1-ael4jLmao-7dLSoHjA/viewform
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Now hiring bus aides and subs! This is a great opportunity to make a difference in young lives, while working a flexible schedule. Apply with the direct link below:
http://www.generalasp.com/mattoon/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation
#mcusd2 #mattoon #nowhiring
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We are hiring a Self-Contained ED Teacher at Riddle Elementary for grades 3-5.
Join our team & help make a difference in students lives.
+Starting Salary of $38,829 (with potential for higher salary based on experience & education)
+ Health Insurance Benefits
+ Sick Leave & Personal Leave
+ Tuition Waivers & Tuition Reimbursement
+ ISBE Recognized Teacher Mentoring Program
Apply with the direct link below:
http://www.generalasp.com/mattoon/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Student+Support+Services
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #NowHiring
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The City of Mattoon is in need of crossing guards. A great way to help out in the community. For applications, go to the Mattoon City Hall.
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #NowHiring
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2022 Summa Cum Laude group photo.
Congratulations to Ephraim Annis, Chase Armstrong, Cooper Bergstrom, Josiah Donaldson, Samuel Ferrar, Nathanael Huddleston, Holly McReynolds, Emma Plunkett, Lauryn Samuelson, Rebekah Sharp, Isabella Smith, and Halle Stanley.
Summa Cum Laude students must earn straight A's and take at least 9 of 19.5 capstone classes. Big thanks to Wagner Portrait Group for the photo.
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #MHS
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We are hiring a full time Head Custodian (day shift) at LIFT Central Illinois! Starting pay (with no experience) is $16.89 + benefits.
Apply with the direct link below:
http://www.generalasp.com/mattoon/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Maintenance%2fCustodial
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The Salvation Army's Mobile Lunch Truck Summer Meals is back! Here is a list of where they will be and when this summer throughout Mattoon & Charleston.
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #
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Meet Kennady Drennan, a recent MHS grad! Kennady may be done at MHS, but she is still setting WIGs (wildly important goals). Her current WIG is to improve her communication skills. She has several lead measures that she tracks daily, her compelling scoreboard is very motivating. In addition to her daily tracking, she is working on creating her own digital leadership portfolio. Way to go Kennady! We wish you nothing but the best in all the goals you set.
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon #MHS
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Movies at Lytle Park begins on June 10th! A great free event to take the kids to this summer!
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon
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Summer Youth Soccer Camp will be June 13-15 this year.
#MCUSD2 #Mattoon
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