So proud of our FFA leaders — presenting at Mahomet Rotary this morning about the Mahomet Aquifer.
Happy Administrative Professionals Day!!! Our team of professionals in every office performs exceptionally each day— thank you!!!
Bulldog Dialog has been changed to Monday, 5/6/19 from 7-8 p.m. in the BOE Meeting Room at MPE. This meeting is open to all--parents, community members, staff--and is an opportunity to hear updates about the school district as well as ask questions. Hope to see you there!
Mahomet Seymour Schools will be dismissing per our regular procedures at the regular time this afternoon. Based upon information gathered this afternoon, we believe this to be the best course of action. Kids Club and BLAST are in session. There will be increased police presence at LT and the JH. Everyone’s cooperation and patience is appreciated this afternoon
At approximately 12:55 p.m. both Lincoln Trail Elementary and Mahomet-Seymour Jr High were put on soft lockdown due to a threat made related to a domestic situation. The Mahomet PD is investigating the situation, and is present at our buildings. We will keep parents updated as more info becomes available.
At our April 15, 2019 Board of Education Meeting we honored Nezar Kassem, Lance Raver and Jenny Park for their years of service on our Board of Education. Thank you for your time, dedication and commitment to our students, families and community!
The proposed textbooks for the 2019-2020 school year are now on display at the Mahomet Public Library.
This was an absolutely stunning, ambitious and phenomenal production. So proud of our students and their amazing talents--whether they are cast or crew. Thank you to all involved--directors, musicians, choreographers, parent volunteers--everyone who made this possible. Just incredible.
We will honor and thank out going board members, Nezar Kassem, Jenny Park &Lance Raver before our BOE Mtg Monday 4/15 at 6:40 p.m. in the Board Room. Their leadership, service and dedication are appreciated! Please drop by to say thank you--and yes--there will be cake!
One of the best events in Bulldog Nation. Thank you to our high school PBIS Team!
There is a special board meeting tonight, 4/10 at 6:30pm. We are live streaming the meeting on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
Happy Assistant Principals Week! Thank you Chad Benedict and Matt Hensley, assistant principals at MSHS. #APweek19
Happy Assistant Principals Week! Thank you Doug Fisher, AP at MSJH. #APweek19
Happy Assistant Principals Week! Thank you Megan Hunter, AP at Lincoln Trail. #APweek19
Happy Assistant Principals Week! Thank you Ryan Martin, AP at MPE. #APweek19
It's SAT day in IL for all of our 11th graders. While the test is imp. for certain limited uses, let's remember that our S's are much more than a score & snapshot on 1 day of testing. Growth, learning & success are "measured" in multiple ways as children progress thru school.
It’s the junior high’s turn for Learn at Lunch.
"Be Internet Awesome" by Google was presented today at MSJH--thank you Rep. John Shimkus and Sen. Chapin Rose for bringing this important information to our students. Here, Rep. Shimkus is shown creating a strong password!
Look who came to Lincoln Trail to celebrate Hands Around the World! Samba Kane and Georgi B. from the Illini Mens' Basketball Team! Thank you to our amazing Irish dancers as well! A great day at the Trail today, celebrating cultures from around the world. With great appreciation to all of our volunteers who make this long tradition so special.
Learn at Lunch - Thank you Ms. Ochs and Mrs. Megginson-Dicken for offering today’s session.
Fitness drumming at MPE! Collaboration between music and PE teachers...thank you Mrs. Douglas and Mr. Beinborn!! #gobulldogs
Excellent Employee Efforts awards for March! Congratulations and thanks for your outstanding work! #gobulldogs
Excellent Employee Efforts awards for March! Congratulations and thanks for your outstanding work! #gobulldogs
The Mahomet Area Youth Club (MAYC) is looking for individuals who love to work with kids to assist during summer break and/or spring break.
Counselors are responsible for a group of 15 to 20 youth on a daily basis. They must ensure safety, manage behavior, act as a role model and mentor, and model constructive participation in all daily activities. They will work closely with the Programming Director and Executive Director to implement programming and to ensure the safety of all youth. Counselors, with the help youth where appropriate are also expected to assist in cleaning up during the day and at the end of each day to ensure facilities are kept neat and tidy for continued use. Counselors should be at least 17 years of age.
All Counselors must participate in 1.5 days of training before the Clubhouse opens for summer. Mahomet Area Youth Club will be open for summer from June 3rd through August 9th from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Counselors are expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week. This is a paid position (minimum wage). Please send an e-mail with a resume to info@mahometyouth.org if you are interested.
Congratulations to our MSJH Science Olympiad team and Coach Rachel Nodine--taking home medals in 20 out of 42 events this past weekend at the regional competition at Parkland College. Way to go!!
Tonight there is a regularly scheduled board meeting at 7pm in the boardroom. We will be live streaming on Youtube. Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
Tomorrow (3/12/19) at 6pm, there will be a school board candidate forum held at Cornbelt Fire. If you can not attend in person, Bulldog TV will be Live Streaming the event. Link can be found here: https://youtu.be/zhwk8Qae_gk
We'd like to thank Columbia Street Roastery for sponsoring our coffee cart at Mahomet-Seymour Jr. High. The coffee cart provides coffee to our staff each day and is operated by students in our Life Skills Program. We appreciate the support and assistance with this wonderful experience for our students, and bonus: our staff gets awesome coffee. Thank you Columbia Street Roastery!!
Congrats MSHS Math Team! ICTM Regional champs at Parkland today with highest score in school history ! #gobulldogs
Our 1st graders enjoyed learning about...chocolate!! From Sarah Caper, visiting us from the Illinois Farm Bureau. Thank you Mrs. Caper!
Bulldog Dialog is Monday, Feb. 25 , 2019 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Board Room at MPE. Enter thru NW doors. All are welcome to attend! Our topic is student behavior & our student behavior protocols in the district. Guest speaker is Christine Northrup, our Dir. of Spec. Ed.
Recognizing the time, efforts & dedication of Mr. Toby Willard. Coach Willard coached in our Mahomet-Seymour Jr. High boys' basketball program for the past 15 years & has decided to retire from coaching for us. The longevity speaks for itself, as does the positive impact this person has had on countless kids. Thank you Coach Willard for your years of service to Mahomet-Seymour Schools!
More Excellent Employee Efforts Awards...thank you for your work!
Excellent Employee Efforts Awards. Thank you for your work!
Mahomet - Seymour High School is proud to announce the senior Nick Morrow has been chosen as an Honorable Mention selection to the I.H.S.A. All-State Academic Team. Nick is the son of Bill and Liz Morrow and participates in Chess and Scholastic Bowl. Congratulations Nick!
Thank you to all the parents and teachers that attended last night’s 6-12 Curriculum Night.
Mahomet-Seymour is proud to announce that Brisa McGrath has been selected to the IHSA All-State Academic Team. One of only 26 students to be honored, Brisa is the daughter of Polo McGrath and Dan McGrath and participates in Cross Country and Track and Field. Congratulations Brisa!
Our February Regular Board Meeting is tonight, 2/11 at 7pm. You can view the streamed meeting here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
Congratulations to our JH Jazz Band and Mr. Philip Meyer, their director, for finishing in 1st place at the JH Division of the 60th annual Eastern IL University Jazz Festival! Way to go! #gobulldogs
Please join us in thanking our cafeteria workers in all buildings for the fantastic work they do each and every day for our kids! Today is Cafeteria Worker Appreciation Day! #gobulldogs
Mahomet-Seymour Jr. High School is seeking a Head Boys Track and Field Coach. Interested applicants should contact Mr. Doug Fisher, Asst. Principal/AD at dfisher@ms.k12.il.us or at 217-586-4415
"How to...." posters created by our amazing first graders! I learned so much today as I talked with friends in Mrs. Jackson's class at MPE @midecc
The Board of Education of Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is pleased to announce the hiring of Mrs. Megan Hunter as the new principal at Lincoln Trail Elementary School. She will be officially appointed at the February 11, 2019 Board of Education meeting, and starts her position on July 1, 2019. Mrs. Hunter replaces Mr. Jeff Starwalt, who is retiring at the end of the school year after serving the Mahomet-Seymour Schools for 19 years, the last seven as principal of Lincoln Trail. Mrs. Hunter had served as a behavior interventionist in the Mahomet-Seymour Schools for three years, and has spent the 18-19 school year as assistant principal at Lincoln Trail Elementary. Prior to holding these positions, Mrs. Hunter was a special education teacher in the Williamson County (IL) Special Education Cooperative from 2005-2013. From 2013-2015, Mrs. Hunter was a special education teacher in Carbondale Elementary School District #95. She holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from Southern Illinois University and is working toward her Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
“Mrs. Hunter has demonstrated her leadership in the district for the past four years, and her background and expertise are an excellent fit in transitioning to the principal’s position at Lincoln Trail,” said Board President Max McComb. “We look forward to having Mrs. Hunter lead Lincoln Trail into a very exciting time in our school district.”
Hunter’s salary for the 2019-2020 school year will be $89,000. Mrs. Hunter and her husband Jason reside in Mahomet with their daughter Katie.
The Mahomet-Seymour Education Foundation is pleased to announce the awarding of over $19,000 in grants to teachers in the Mahomet-Seymour School District. Amy Walmer, chairperson of the Grant Selection Committee said, This year the Mahomet Seymour Education Foundation awarded 16 grants from an applicant pool of 21, totaling just under $20,000. Once again we saw a large focus on STEM components to create new STEM box centers, as well as additional items to enhance existing STEM units within the classroom. We funded new music stands for the band room at Lincoln Trail and benches for the AG program at the high school that can be used for their many educational events. The MSEF also funded grant requests for literacy libraries to help with guided reading and books for classroom libraries at specific grade levels.
Grants that were awarded to the teachers fund curriculum related areas and often support and inspire innovative practices in Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 classrooms. “The grants this year span a wide range of instructional materials and technology related items. The grants from the MSEF provide an opportunity to enhance learning opportunities for all of our students,” said Superintendent Lindsey Hall. “Thank you to our many teachers who wrote a grant this year, and to the MSEF for their work in reviewing and awarding grants. The generosity and hard work of the foundation and its volunteers is deeply appreciated!”
The following is a list of the grants that were funded this year:
• Gymnastics mats and balance beam, MPE, Melinda Douglas, $2238
• Math Centers, MPE, Krumweide/Wade/Myers/Roberts, $1035
• STEM, Robotics, Coding, JH, Rachel Nodine, $1155
• Scholastic Short Reads, Lincoln Trail, Bollman/Johnson/Laley/Kneller, $2000
• Lazer maze/Pegs/Racer/Puzzles/Tablet, MPE, Heather Jackson, $624
• Literacy Materials and Tubs, MPE, Katie Walk, $448
• Playground Stencils/Paint/Balls, MPE, Rose/Cosner/Piening/Russell/Quick, $985
• Non-Fiction books and Materials, JH, Iverson/Higgins/McFarland, $1500
• Task Boxes and Toys, MPE, Buckius/Gilbert/Uebelhoer, $1471
• Happy with Hands On, MPE, Roloff/Watson/Diskin, $1400
• Materials to build STEM bins, Lincoln Trail, Cox/Perkins, $501
• ipads/cases/screen protectors/charging station, HS, Lauren Ochs, $1117
• Teacher Microphones, Lincoln Trail, 4th grade teachers, $2300
• Computer for Graphic Design, HS, Bess Lanker, $1824
• Writing Workshop Materials, Lincoln Trail, Dana Martin, $697
• Music Stands, Lincoln Trail, Philip Meyer, $1300
Hello Bulldog Families,
This is a friendly reminder that a limited number of reserved tables for BULLDOG BASH will go on sale this coming Tuesday, February 5th at 6pm. Individual ticket will go on sale the following Tuesday, February 12th at 6pm. All tables and tickets will be sold online at http://bidpal.net/msefbash19
Table of 8: $700
Table of 4: $350 (Note: These are tall tables with bar stool height chairs)
Individual Tickets: $65
For families new to the district or unfamiliar with Bulldog Bash, this is our annual fundraiser for the Mahomet-Seymour Education Foundation (MSEF).
MSEF is a non-profit that provides financial support for educational opportunities for students and faculty beyond the school district's mean. At Bulldog Bash, we have live and silent auctions to raise money to fund grants that enrich Mahomet-Seymour classrooms, scholarships for high school seniors, and special projects as requested by Mahomet-Seymour administration. Recent examples of special projects include school playground equipment for Middletown Prairie's addition and helping with the M-S Chromebook 1:1 initiative for 6-12th grades. A ticket to Bulldog Bash includes a buffet dinner, free drinks and live music by Hey Jimmy Band.
If you have any questions, please contact Jill Kellner at: jillekellner@aol.com
Thank you for supporting the Mahomet Seymour Education Foundation!!
Please welcome Mr. Nick York, starting today as our new Director of Transportation. #gobulldogs
The Mahomet-Seymour Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 31, 2019 due forecasted extreme temperatures and a windchill warning until noon. More information will be forthcoming about extracurricular activities scheduled or rescheduled for Thursday afternoon/evening.
Tonight's Joint Board Meeting between the Mahomet-Seymour School District and the village of Mahomet is being streamed live at 7pm. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
The Mahomet-Seymour Schools will be closed on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 due to the extreme and dangerous weather conditions. A decision about Thursday, January 31, 2019 will be made on Wednesday. The field house will be closed to public use on January 30, 2019.
Happy Special Birthday Cheryl Dixon—an awesome woman and incredible co-worker/teammate to all of us in the M-S Schools!
Our own Joseph Dauwe!
https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/blind-high-school-drummer-takes-the-win/1710765147
Due to forecast weather conditions tonight, Mahomet-Seymour HS and Mahomet-Seymour Jr High are postponing or cancelling ALL activities, contests and practices for Saturday 1/19 and Sunday 1/20. Fieldhouse closed on Sunday for public access also. Thank you !
The public is invited to a community workshop on Tuesday 1/22/19 to hear and see ideas about the Downtown Master Plan for Mahomet. 6-8 p.m. @ Cornbelt Fire Station. Your voice and feedback are needed!
The next substitute teacher training will take place on January 23rd from 8:45 am - 10:45 am @ the Mahomet-Seymour High School in the library classroom. Interested individuals should contact Jennifer Farm at jfarm@ms.k12.il.us or 217-586-2161 to RSVP. Thank you!
Some of our outstanding people that we recognized this week with Excellent Employee Efforts awards. Thank you for your work! #gobulldogs
Our Regular School Board Meeting that is scheduled for tonight at 7 is being live streamed on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
Update: Field House now open until 5 pm January 13. Thank you!
The Field House at Mahomet Seymour HS is closed for public use this afternoon Jan. 13. Thank you for your understanding as we continue to clear snow on our properties. #gobulldogs
All contests & practices for Sat. Jan. 12, 2019 are postponed or cancelled. This includes the Marty Williams Invitational wrestling tournament. Please stay tuned to Mahomet-Seymour social media for updates on today's practice schedule as well as dates for rescheduled contests.
We welcome back our staff January 4th for a fantastic Institute Day of learning & growing! This includes responsive classroom, circle training, math practices, & ELA blocks. January 7th we welcome back our students. Excited for an awesome 2nd semester in Bulldog Nation!
A gorgeous morning in Bulldog Nation. Have an awesome week! #gobulldogs
Bulldog Nation: we have a need for a Kids Club Site Supervisor at Lincoln Trail Elementary. Please apply on line under "Employment" on our website.
Congratulations on an awesome season for our 7th grade GBB Team!! They finished 4th in the IESA State Girls AA Basketball Tournament. Proud of you!
Please keep our friends, family and neighbors in the Unit 5 Schools in your positive thoughts and prayers as they deal with the tragic school bus accident that occurred last night on I-74.
Let's support our Apollo Conference friends from Taylorville Thursday evening as our boys' BB team plays them here at home!! Please wear purple/gold to support Taylorville. Gate will be donated to help with tornado recovery efforts & support of their community. #gobulldogs
Two hour early dismissal for all buildings in the Mahomet-Seymour Schools on Wednesday, 12/5/18. Buses run regular schedule and Kids Club is in session.
Annually, the Mahomet Rotary Club provides dictionaries to all of our 3rd graders @MS_LincolnTrail
Today was dictionary hand out day--thank you Mahomet Rotary Club!
Mahomet-Seymour High School Madrigals are on CI Living at 4 p.m. today, 11/29/18 @WCIA3 Tune in and watch our amazing kids and their director, Nicole Kuglich.
Tonight's Bulldog Dialog featuring Officer Bill Ward will be streamed live on Youtube if you can not attend in person. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
Bulldog Dialog is Monday, Nov. 26, 2018 from 7-8 p.m. in the BOE mtg room at MPE. (Enter thru NW doors). Our special guest will be Officer Bill Ward. This is also an opportunity to hear updates about our schools and ask questions. All are welcome! Happy Thanksgiving!
Look who is Teacher of the Week! Congratulations To Serra Nicolette — well deserved!
On Monday, Nov 19, the Board of Education offered its sincerest thanks and appreciation to Dr. Jeremy Roark for his years of serve to the district as a transportation employee and Director of Transportation. You'll be missed Dr. Roark, best wishes in your new journey!
Our BOE voted Monday evening, November 1, to name the Mahomet-Seymour HS @MSHSBulldogs weight room after Mr. Jim Risley. Such a well deserved recognition of this man with a servant's heart who has given to much to our schools and community.
The Mahomet-Seymour Board of Education is holding a Board Meeting tonight, 11-9-18 at 7pm. We will be streaming live via youtube if you'd like to watch. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
Bulldog Nation: November 20 is a one hour early dismissal for all of our schools. Buses run regular routes and Kids Club is in session. Take Wednesday, Thursday and Friday off! Happy Thanksgiving!
Mr. Herriott presenting at the EITC conference. Springfield, he braved the snow!
Bulldog Dialog has been cancelled for the evening of November 12th, and has been rescheduled for Monday evening, November 26th, 7-8 p.m. in the Board of Education meeting room at MPE .
Bulldog Dialog is Monday, November 12th from 7-8 p.m. in the Board of Education meeting room at Middletown Prairie Elementary. Our special guest will be our school resource officer, Officer Bill Ward. This is an opportunity to hear about district news and ask questions. See you there!
Our three instructional coaches and behavior interventionist made a fantastic presentation last night to our BOE about their impactful work with our staff. We repurposed several existing positions and used new funding (Tier) money to get these vital positions in place. These leaders are making a difference! They are: Marissa Hill, Caitlin Megginson-Dicken, Kim Johnson (instructional coaches) Lauren Pratt, behavior interventionist.
The Mahomet-Seymour Board of Education has a study session tonight at 7pm. We will be streaming live via YouTube if you'd like to watch. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw
16 trees planted today at Middletown Prairie Elem! Thanks to our HS Interact Club and Mahomet Rotary and to Champaign Co Forest Preserve for the beautiful trees!
The following Mahomet-Seymour HS students were honored at The Breakfast of Champions this morning. This event is planned and coordinated by the MSHS PBIS Team. These students are inspiring, dedicated, and hard working. Their stories are strong messages for all of us adults--thank you to these amazing kids!! And, thank you PBIS Team!
Anthony DuVall, nominated by Kim Lavin
Bryce Empson, nominated by Rob Ledin and Cindy Brumfield
Audrey McNamara, nominated by Jackie Risley
Kyler Groff, nominated by Rhonda Ehrecke
Jasmine Garcia, nominated by Dan Ryan
Isabella Gonzalez, nominated by Rhonda Ehrecke
Amy Jassman, nominated by Belinda Schneider nomination delivered by Kristin Allen
Jacob Hobbs, nominated by Sarah Henrikson
Lincoln Trail Elementary will be open tomorrow, Tuesday October 30. Thanks to our families and staff for your patience and flexibility!
Due to a broken pipe and subsequent flooding at Lincoln Trail Elementary, there will be no school at Lincoln Trail on Monday Oct 29. All other buildings are in session.
Math Review in 4F: Unlocking the Haunted House!
Thank you Mr. Cheek, principal, Mr. Benedict, asst. principal, and Mr. Hensley asst. principal/AD--at Mahomet-Seymour HS. Happy Principals Week! @ilprincipals @MSHSBulldogs #gobulldogs
Thank you Mr. Starwalt and Mrs. Hunter--principal and asst. principal at Lincoln Trail Elementary! Happy Principals Week! @ilprincipals @MS_LincolnTrail #gobulldogs
Thank you Mr. Mills and Mr. Fisher--principal and asst. principal/AD at Mahomet-Seymour Jr. High. Happy Principals Week! @MSJHBulldogs @ilprincipals #gobulldogs
Thank you Mrs. Starwalt and Mr. Martin--principal and asst. principal at Middletown Prairie Elementary!! Happy Principals Week! @ilprincipals @midecc #gobulldogs
It's National School Bus Safety Week! Thank you to our incredible Transportation Department for their work each and every day--what you do is valued and is appreciated! Pictured is just one of our amazing crew-Miss Linda. #gobulldogs #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek
Our Marching Bulldogs came home today with their 10th Governors Cup--as Grand Champions of the U of I Marching Band Competition. Congratulations!! #gobulldogs
Bulldog Dialog is Monday, November 12th from 7-8 pm in the Board of Education meeting room @ MPE. Special guest is SRO Bill Ward. This is an opportunity to listen to updates about our schools as well as ask questions. All are welcome and we hope to see you there! #gobulldogs
THANK YOU to the M-S PTO--the final total for Dawg Walk 2018 is $106,802! Thank you to our students, parents, staff and community for the amazing efforts and support! We are truly grateful! #gobulldogs
The Academic Letter Ceremony is getting ready to start at Mahomet -Seymour HS. Giving out 270+ academic letters... much to celebrate.
Excellent Employee Efforts for October! Thank you everyone!
Excellent Employee Efforts for October! Thank you everyone!
Excellent Employee Efforts for October!
Thank you everyone!
Excellent Employee Efforts for October! Thank you everyone!
It's time for Excellent Employee Efforts for October! Thank you for your outstanding work!
Our Regular Board Meeting is tonight at 7pm. We will be streaming live via Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
Our Marching Bulldogs were Grand Champions and swept all classes at the Limestone Invitational this weekend! Congratulations!!!
Long-Term Substitutes Needed
Do you have a teaching certificate? Did you know Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is in need of long-term substitutes to cover extended leaves? Did you know that starting on the 16th consecutive day long-term substitutes are paid $197.97 a day during the long-term leave? And, after successfully completing a long-term leave, long-term substitutes start any remaining long-term leaves during the same school year at $197.97 a day. To apply, visit www.mahometseymour.org
For more information, contact Jennifer Farm at 217-586-2161 or jfarm@ms.k12.il.us.
New - Short-Term Substitute License
Individuals holding an Associate’s Degree or having completed 60 hours of college coursework are now eligible for a Short-Term Substitute License.
Interested individuals must:
-Submit official transcripts to the Regional Office of Education (ROE)
-Be fingerprinted at the ROE and pay the $60 fee
-Complete a physical; form submitted to the ROE
-Attend the required district substitute teacher training on October 25, 2018 at Mahomet-Seymour Administrative Center. (8:45 am - 10:45 am)
-Pay the $25 application fee
Once all the steps are completed, individuals will be issued a Short-Term Substitute License. The license is valid through June 30, 2023 and allows individuals to substitute up to 5 consecutive days for a classroom teacher PK-12. Mahomet-Seymour currently pays $100 day for teacher substitutes. Paperwork for Mahomet-Seymour can be found on the district website. www.mahometseymour.org
For more information, contact Jennifer Farm at 217-586-2161 or jfarm@ms.k12.il.us.
Lincoln Trail and MJSH staff celebrate "all in the jeans" day in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. #gobulldogs
Thank you Mrs Hunter and Mr Starwalt for your willingness to be slimed! Dawgwalk ‘18 #gobulldogs
Thank you Schroeder Farms for dropping by our "backyard" to talk to our MPE students about farming and show them the machinery you use! A great learning experience!! Can't wait to watch planting in the springtime! #gobulldogs
We have a study session tonight at 7pm. We will be streaming it live via youtube if you would like to watch.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGB5udTD7zbsCxq36ufR8sw/live
October is Principals Month! M-S CUSD #3 is proud to have such outstanding teams leading our buildings! Thanks to Mr. Cheek, Mr. Benedict, Mr. Hensley, Mr. Mills, Mr. Fisher, Mr. Starwalt, Mrs. Hunter, Mrs. Starwalt & Mr. Martin for your service & dedication to our families!
Mahomet-Seymour HOF Induction Ceremony is tonight @ 6:30 before kickoff of football game. What a wonderful event for our community & family/friends of inductees, especially at our Homecoming Celebration. Thank you Jim Risley & MSEF for all of hard work that goes into this.
Dawgwalk 2018 is in full swing at MPE! Thank you to the M-S PTO for all of your hard work & an amazing fundraising event! Dawgwalk at Lincoln Trail is tomorrow, Sept 28. Appreciate everyone's support and coming out to walk with our kids! Next up: popcicles and dance party!
New - Short-Term Substitute License
For more information, contact Jennifer Farm at 217-586-2161 or jfarm@ms.k12.il.us.
More Excellent Employee Efforts awards.
Excellent Employee Efforts awards. We have amazing and dedicated people serving our students and families! These are just some of the employees receiving this recognition today.
#gobulldogs
A celebration today of our remodeled Ag Shop at Mahomet-Seymour HS. Thank you to Farm Credit and the White Family for your generous donations. Our Ag program is amazing--the hard work of teacher Jenn Wherley has increased participation in FFA as well as enrollment in our Ag related classes, and our students are phenomenal! FFA President Michael Myerscough and VP Ellen Bushell lead the way!
Mahomet-Seymour High School's Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2019 is Friday, May 24, 2019 at Krannert.
This panel of mental health experts visited Health classes today at our HS. Students used Padlet to submit questions & interact. Thank you to the panel as well as student teacher Christine Young & health teacher Lisa Martin for bringing this critical discussion to our school.
Our Action Based Learning classroom is humming right along at Middletown Prairie! Combining research based practices of physical activity, brain activity and learning new concepts, this innovative class is a fantastic addition to our K-2 curriculum! #gobulldogs #ILSchoolStories
Congrats to Emily Chapman and Brian Schwarzentraub--recipients of $1000 classroom grants from EFE for furthering their professional growth this summer! #gobulldogs
We'll wrap up this week by wishing a very happy birthday to Mrs. Klaus! An awesome paraprofessional at MPE in Pre-K, her colleagues helped her celebrate with black Santa hats! Happy Birthday!
Special Friends Day at Lincoln Trail...and A LOT of special people were there! Thank you for braving the rain and elements to spend time with us!! What an amazing crowd!
Soecial Friends Day has begun!
Loving pickleball in PE at Mahomet-Seymour JH! #gobulldogs
Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is in need of Kids Club workers! Apply online--go to: Our Website>District Information>Employment
Lots of learning and growing happening at MPE...
This is a beautiful mural created by 2nd grade artists at Middletown Prairie Elem. "Together We Will Soar"!! Thank you to our art teacher Mrs. Truax and our resident artists!
Kindergarten lunch is a well oiled machine at Middletown Prairie Elementary--due to our kids' hard work, cooperation and the help of lots of caring adults!
We have a special evening coming up this Friday, August 31! Dawgapalooza: 4:30-7:15 p.m. We will also be honoring hometown hero Jason Seaman before kickoff of our first home football game, @ approximately 7:05 p.m. Let's support the 'Dawgs and honor Jason Seaman!
Mark your calendars! Not only is August 31, 2018 Dawgapalooza, we will also be honoring hometown hero Jason Seaman prior to the start of the football game that evening! #gobulldogs
The M-S schools wishes to thank Mahomet Subway for donating lunch to our teachers and parapros on our two institute days! Thank you for your generosity and support! And, lunch came with this wonderful note for our staff. #gobulldogs
Our safety drill at MPE with our staff has concluded. Thank you to the Mahomet Police Department for your assistance!
MPE is not accessible during this safety training starting at 10 a.m. for approximately 20-30 minutes, so please plan accordingly. Thank you!
The staff at MPE will be engaging in safety training (live shooter) this morning @ 10 a.m. The training involves the Mahomet Police Department. Please be aware of increased presence of law enforcement around the building due to this training. Thank you!
Our teachers participated and engaged in Responsive Classroom Training today. Tomorrow our parapros have this opportunity. So happy to bring this training to Mahomet-Seymour as part of our PD for the year. #gobulldogs
As we welcome staff back today, I was honored to spend time together this morning and work with our outstanding paraprofessionals in Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3! #gobulldogs
Welcoming our new staff to Mahomet-Seymour today! Welcome to our new colleagues! Up next: bus tour of our school district. #gobulldogs
Grand Opening and Dedication of Middletown Prairie Elementary School. August 12, 2018. #gobulldogs
Grand Opening and Dedication of Middletown Prairie Elementary School. August 12, 2018. #gobulldogs
Grand Opening and Dedication of Middletown Prairie Elementary School, August 12, 2018. Thank you to all who attended! #gobulldogs
Today we moved the old bell from Sangamon to its new home at Middletown Prairie Elementary. Thank you to Mr. Eric Andracke, teacher at MSHS, who handcrafted the beautiful base. And, thank you to the Mahomet-Seymour Schools Foundation for their financial support of the entire case.
A fantastic day of PD with rich and valuable discussion yesterday among our teachers about SLO's and evaluation. Thank you to everyone who participated!
The Mahomet-Seymour Transportation Department is hiring! Please visit our webpage for details and to apply. Go to: www.mahometseymour.org Look under "District Information", then "Employment".
We’re hiring Kids Club adult and student workers at Lincoln Trail and Middletown Prairie. Hours are M-F 3:00-6:00. Adult workers start at $10.62 an hour. Student workers start at $8.25 an hour and need to be at least 15 years old and in high school. Visit our website to apply. www.mahometseymour.org
Our food service provider, Aramark, is in need of four employees for this school year.
What are you doing this weekend? How about supporting MAYC? Fun Run/5K/10K/Half Marathon!!
Mark your calendars! Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting for Middletown Prairie Elementary is Sunday, August 12th from 2-5 p.m. Ribbon cutting ceremony is at 2:15 p.m. We welcome our community to this event to see and walk through this beautiful building which will be home to Pre K-2nd grade students at the start of this school year!
M-S CUSD #3 has an amazing partnership with MAYC, serving students in our district year round. Please consider participating in one (or more!) of these fun events that support Mahomet Area Youth Club!
New music room and impressive logo in new MPE gymnasium. #gobulldogs
Road getting poured on south side of Middletown Prairie Elem School.
Board Meeting tonight at 7pm. We are streaming live on Youtube. Click the link to join: https://bit.ly/2uFfdfl
Mahomet-Seymour High School will be hosting SWAT units from Champaign County in our building for training on Tuesday July 17, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. All training areas will be designated as "CLOSED' during the time training is in progress. Mahomet-Seymour High School is happy to be able to work in a collaborative environment with local law enforcement and to provide our facilities as a training ground for their continued efforts.
Parents/Guardians: On-line registration in Skyward opens on Monday, July 16, 2018!
Coming soon to Mahomet-Seymour Jr. High School....please follow and share. #gobulldogs
Happy 4th of July from the Mahomet-Seymour Schools! Enjoy a safe and happy holiday!
The Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 Administrative Offices will be closed the week of July 2-6, 2018. We will reopen on July 9. Happy 4th of July!
Bleachers are being installed in the new gym at MPE and furniture is starting to arrive in classrooms! #gobulldogs
Our new Board of Education meeting room is almost ready! #gobulldogs
With both the Board of Education and Village Board providing unanimous approval, the agreement to hire a SRO for the Mahomet-Seymour Schools is approved. Thank you to the Village for working collaboratively with us to make this happen!
It's moving day!
Beautiful Middletown Prairie Elementary closer and closer to completion. @Ittner1899 #gobulldogs
Mark your calendars for Parent Night with Dr. Devorah Heitner, author of Screenwise, Helping Kids Thrive (and survive) in their Digital Age. See flyer for details.
Summer Learning Opportunities for M-S Teachers happening today at the High School.
Please stop by the Mahomet IGA to sign this card for our hometown hero Jason Seaman!
On Memorial Day, please remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve all of the freedoms we enjoy today. Thank you to all of the men and women who serve and have served.
Our boys Track and Field Team will be welcomed back to Mahomet this evening at approximately 7 p.m. with an escort to Mahomet-Seymour HS by the Cornbelt Fire Department. Escort will start at Middletown Prairie Elementary stoplight--Churchill and Route 150.
Congratulations to the Mahomet-Seymour Boys Track and Field Team for earning a 2nd place finish at the IHSA Class 2A State Track and Field Meet. This is an amazing accomplishment! Go Bulldogs!
A sampling of our Excellent Employee Efforts awards for May. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our students! #gobulldogs
The awesome staff of Sangamon Elementary! Today is the last day that Sangamon Elementary will serve the students of Mahomet-Seymour.
We just had a joyous and fun celebration of Mrs. Carol Shallenberger's service to our schools as she retires. Pictured on the left, she and our Kindergarteners enjoyed cookies and milk together, after reading "If You Give A Principal A Cookie..." Thank you to Anna Webb, PTO Rep for Middletown Prairie, and our entire M-S PTO for planning this wonderful celebration for an awesome principal! Congratulations on your retirement Mrs. Shallenberger!
Thank you Cheryl Melchi for your 11 years of outstanding service on our Board of Education!
It’s Senior Awards Night at MSHS. Scholarships, awards and recognition for many members of the class of ‘18. Congrats!!!
So fitting that during Teacher Appreciation Week we receive the news that as a Silver Medal designee, the US News and World Report Ranking of Best High Schools puts Mahomet-Seymour High School at #32 in the state. We are the top ranked high school in downstate Illinois! Spectacular work students, staff, parents and community!! #gobulldogs
More construction pics at MPE
Construction pics of our beautiful new Middletown Prairie Elementary!
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week! Thank you to our amazing staff for the invaluable work they do each day for our students and families! Please take the time to show your appreciation and thanks to a Bulldog staff member!
We offer our deepest thanks and appreciation to the Mahomet Seymour Education Foundation for the generous support shown to the school district this year. Most recently, we'd like to say thank you to the MSEF for the donation of $100,000 toward our Chromebooks initiative, and $32,000 over the next two years (total of $64,000) in support of the new Middletown Prairie Elementary playground. This amazing partnership couldn't happen without the long hours and very hard work on behalf of many volunteers, as well as the generosity in giving that occurs in our community. THANK YOU MAHOMET SEYMOUR EDUCATION FOUNDATION!
5th and 6th grade Band and Chorus Concert tonight, May 3. Starts at 6:30 p.m. in the MSHS Gymnasium. See you there! #gobulldogs
Are you the parent of a current 5th-11th grader? Please plan to attend a Chromebook meeting on either April 30 or May 1 @ 6:00 pm in MSHS Auditorium. These meetings are to learn more about our personal devices initiative that starts in the fall when all 6th -12th graders will get a Chromebook.
Excellent Employee Efforts
Excellent Employee Efforts
More Excellent Employee Efforts Awards....
Excellent Employee Efforts Awards this week to our awesome staff! A sampling of recipients...
The Mahomet-Seymour Junior High School Dye Dash has been rescheduled to Monday, May 14th at the JH. Start time is approximately 1:25 p.m. Thank you for your support of this event!
A new Bulldog Tradition begins with Hoco 2018: the Mahomet Seymour HS Homecoming Parade will be on Wednesday evening @ 5:30 p.m. with the Powder Puff Football game after.
Today is Administrative Professionals Day! Please take the time to thank our awesome crews in each of the district’s buildings! We appreciate each of you and the hard work you do in supporting all aspects of our schools and operations!
Celebrating Sangamon!!
This evening, 4-19-18, is "Celebrate Sangamon"! This is a community open house to take one last walk through Sangamon Elementary before it closes at the end of the school year. All are welcome! 5-7:30 at Sangamon Elementary.
Thank you to Armando Mata, manager of Taco John's in Champaign, for warmly welcoming our life skills students each and every time we visit. Your kindness has not gone unnoticed!
Hands Around the World at Lincoln Trail on WCIA!
https://goo.gl/bDkfQb
Local historians: need your help! When did Sangamon Elem get its name? Was Mahomet Grade School.. then Sangamon. When did name change occur? Thank you!
Breakfast of Champions at M-S HS this morning. Honoring those who make our HS a better place. Thank you Will, Allie, Kaitlyn, Gavin and Jackson for all that you do each day. And, thank you PBIS team for planning and carrying out this event. #gobulldogs
Good morning from Lake of the Woods, Mahomet IL! Have a great week Bulldogs! #MondayMotivation #GoBulldogs
More Excellent Employee Efforts Awards! #gobulldogs
Excellent Employee Efforts Awards today! Thank you to our outstanding staff! #gobulldogs
Thank you Kaffee Mahomet for displaying our students' beautiful art work and supporting our schools! And thank you to Mrs. Truax, Sangamon/MPE art teacher for your hard work with our kids!
An investigation over the past 48 hours of an incident between a Mahomet-Seymour bus and private vehicle has yielded the following facts:
• On Monday, March 26th at approximately 8:00 a.m. a Mahomet-Seymour School bus, making a right turn to proceed west on State Street, clipped a vehicle (car) making a left turn from the same location.
• At the time of the contact with the other vehicle, the driver was unaware that contact had been made with the vehicle. This is supported by video evidence from inside the bus. The driver proceeded to Mahomet-Seymour High School to drop off students. The driver then proceeded to Mahomet-Seymour Jr. High School to drop off students. At this time, several students exiting the bus indicated to the driver she had scraped a vehicle.
• Her reaction to this information was one of surprise, as she was not aware of any contact with another vehicle. She then immediately contacted the Director of Transportation. After communicating with him, she proceeded on to drop off the remaining students on the bus at school.
• This information is supported through the evidence supplied by the video camera system on the bus.
Various accounts of this incident posted on social media are not accurate. The district has taken the time to thoroughly investigate the incident, utilizing the video evidence, which also contains the audio recording, and following up with the driver and Mahomet Police Department.
The Mahomet Police Department investigated the incident after being contacted by the driver of the private vehicle, and determined it was not a “hit and run.” Neither driver was ticketed. An exchange of information took place, and an accident report was written. Chief Mike Metzler characterized the incident as “a non-event.”
The school district continually monitors any incident that occurs in/around our school day, as well as our follow up protocols. We will continue to examine and monitor that. We understand that some parents are concerned that they were not immediately notified about this incident and others are concerned they first found out about this via local media. At the time, in assessing the event, evidence suggested it was extremely minor. There were no student injuries and there was no disruption to the school day for any students involved. There was nothing reported to the local media by the school district or the police.
However, we live in a day where events get picked up, amplified, and often misrepresented on social media. This causes alarm and concern. Some parents would have preferred that we had would have released an update Monday shortly after the event took place. We understand that and will take those concerns into account moving forward.
Further questions about the incident can be directed to Chief Mike Metzler at the Mahomet Police Department.
The Mahomet-Seymour High School Horticulture Class welcomes you to join them for a DIY Fairy Garden Class! April 24th from 5-7 pm. See flyer for details.
Mr. DiFilippo's 5th hr class received their Chromebooks today in a test run of our personal devices initiative. Great ?'s and observations from our students! We will use their insights and experiences as we move forward with technology in the classroom. All other 6th-12th graders will receive their Chromebooks in August!
The Mahomet Seymour Schools are closed for spring break ftom March 16 thru March 23. We will welcome everyone back on March 26!
Achoo! Believe it or not it has been challenging to find subs due to the strength and duration of the cold and flu season. You might be interested to know how Mahomet sub pay stacks up against other districts. Check it out here: https://goo.gl/DVi38p
Mahomet-Seymour HS students participated this morning in a national school walk out at 10 a.m. for 17 minutes honoring the 17 victims of the Parkland FL shooting. Our community should be proud of their passion, planning, peacefulness and maturity today. The future is in good hands.
Regular Board Meeting is tonight. 7pm start time. We are recording and streaming via Webex. Link is here: https://goo.gl/1RpBrS
We are honored to welcome Cadet Austin Myers, from West Point, to MPE today to speak with Mrs. Myers' Kindergarten class. Thank you for your service Cadet Myers!
Mahomet-Seymour Education Foundation's Bulldog Bash fundraiser was Friday evening March 9. It was a tremendous success not only in terms of raising money for this amazing organization, but the show of support for the Mahomet-Seymour Schools is incredible. The MSEF supports teachers and students in our classrooms through financial support, and also has contributed to large capital projects in our school district. We are indescribably grateful for the work of the MSEF. Thank you to our community for the generosity exhibited at Bulldog Bash through donations, bidding on auction items and being in attendance. Thank you to the volunteers, mostly MSEF Board Members, hard work and long hours it took to plan and carry out Bulldog Bash. Thank you to the many generous sponsors of Bulldog Bash. It was a fun, successful and wonderful event-THANK YOU TO ALL!!
These MSJH students were the top finishers in the Mahomet Rotary Club's Young Writers Essay Contest. Savannah Smith (2nd place) and Audrey Boateng and Helen Ryding (tied for 1st place). These talented writers read their essays at this morning's meeting. Congratulations!
Mahomet-Seymour HS was honored to welcome Representative Will Davis to our school today. Representing the 30th district in the state house, Rep. Davis spoke to Mr. Pogue's Government and Law class, Ms. Gibbard's Civics class, and learned about our Ag/FFA program. We are so appreciative of his time--thank you for visiting Rep. Davis!
Dessert auction at FFA Dinner. Thsts Jim Risley with a sizesble donation for the peanut butter explosion cake. #FFA
The Cat in the Hat visit MPE classrooms yesterday in celebration of Dr. Seuss' birthday and Literacy Week! This is Mrs. McHale's Kindergarten class.
Excellent Employee Efforts Awards today
Excellent Employee Efforts Awards given out today to some of our exceptional employees. #gobulldogs
Mahomet Township and Village of Mahomet will be closing the Shively Bridge over the Sangamon on 2000N by 8 a.m. this morning. Water levels not safe on either side of bridge.
Thank you to the 40+ people who attended Bulldog Dialog on 2/20 to discuss school safety. School Safety is a community effort. #gobulldogs
Bulldog Dialog is Tues 2/20, 7 pm in MPE Cafeteria. Topic: School Safety. Our guest is Chief Mike Metzler.
Wed. February 14 is an early release day for Mahomet-Seymour Schools. All buildings are dismissed 2 hours early. Buses run regular routes and Kids Club is in session.
Regular Board meeting tonight at 7pm. Link is below if you would like to attend virtually.
https://goo.gl/Qs44jA
Bulldog Dialog has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 20, 2018 from 7-8 p.m. in the Board of Education Meeting Room at MPE. The meeting is open to all--hope to see you there.
Darrell Dale, Bus #28, just 1 member of our exceptional transportation department! Thank you for getting our kids to school safely each day. #gobulldogs
Tour today of MPE. Sangamon teachers see their new rooms for the first time!! Beautiful building!
#gobulldogs
Thank you thank you to our grounds crew and custodians for clearing our sidewalks and driveways this morning! Great work and you are appreciated!
Bulldog wrestlers are IHSA Regional Champs! Congratulations!
Lincoln Trail Students Compete in Saturday Science Olympiad, Chicago!
Bulldog Dialog is cancelled for this evening,
February 1, 2018 and will be rescheduled for a later date.
A message for parents/guardians from our school nurse, Nita Bachman:
The peak of the cold and flu season is upon us. To prevent widespread flu in the school, we recommend that your child stay home from school if experiencing flu or cold symptoms. To decide whether or not to send your child to school, please consider the following guidelines:
Consider keeping your child at home for an extra day of rest and observation if he or she has any of the following symptoms:
• Very stuffy or runny nose and/or cough
• Mild sore throat (no fever, no known exposure to strep)
• Headache
• Mild stomach ache
Definitely keep your child at home for treatment and observation if he or she has any of these symptoms:
• Fever (greater than 100 degrees by mouth and your child may return to school only after his or her temperature has been consistently below 100 degrees, by mouth, for a minimum of 24 hours)
• Vomiting (even once)
• Diarrhea
• Chills
• General malaise or feelings of fatigue, discomfort, weakness or muscle aches
• Frequent congested (wet) or croupy cough
• Lots of nasal congestion with frequent blowing of nose
To help prevent the flu and other colds, teach your children good hygiene habits:
• Wash hands frequently
• Do not touch eyes, nose or mouth
• Cover mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, use a paper tissue, throw it away and then wash hands
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Colds are the most contagious during the first 48 hours. A child who has a fever should remain at home until "fever free" for a minimum of 24 hours. A child who has started antibiotics needs to be on the medication for 48 hours before considered non-contagious and able to return to school. Often when a child awakens with vague complaints (the way colds and flu begin) it is wise to observe your child at home for an hour or two before deciding whether or not to bring to school. Your child should be physically able to participate in all school activities on return to school. Keeping a sick child at home will minimize the spread of infections and viruses in the classroom.
Thank you in advance for helping make this year at school as healthy as possible.
Sincerely,
Nita Bachman R.N.
School Nurse
Reminder to Parents/Community Members: Bulldog Dialog is 2-1-18--this Thursday! In the Board of Ed Meeting Room at MPE from 7-8 p.m. All are welcome! The purpose and goals of Bulldog Dialog are to:
--Facilitate and support communication between M-S CUSD # 3 and our parents/community members
---Provide the opportunity and the venue to ask questions, express concerns and listen to information from school district officials
---Engage the community in dialog about the M-S CUSD #3 Schools as well as impart factual and current information to our constituents
Good afternoon Mahomet-Seymour Parents/Guardians,
Early this afternoon some staff members at Mahomet-Seymour High School made our administration aware of a threatening message on social media. Mahomet Police were immediately involved in the situation. Upon further investigation of the situation by the MPD and MSHS administration, the threat at this time has been determined to not be credible. We appreciate our staff members taking the actions that they did. Again, while the threat has been determined to not be credible, out of an abundance of caution there will be an increased police presence at MSHS tomorrow.
Sincerely,
Dr. Lindsey Hall
Superintendent of Schools
Cheryl Dixon, Admin. Asst extraordinaire at our District Office, is the first ever recipient of our "Excellent Employee Efforts" recognition. More to come! #gobulldogs
Two hour early dismissal on Wednesday January 24th for Mahomet-Seymour Schools. Buses run regular routes, Kids Club is open. #gobulldogs
Board Meeting Starts at 7pm tonight. If you would like to attend virtually, please click the link: https://goo.gl/iWroUD
Thank you @wcia for honoring our own Julie Myers, K teacher @midecc. She’s a “Teacher to Know”— congratulations!! #gobulldogs
Miss Floodstrom, 3rd grade at Lncoln Trail, is the Teacher of the Month!! Congrats! Thanks to Rick Ridings and Mix 94.5!!!
Saw some of these going in the mail today! Thanks to our teachers for taking time to send home good news--will be nice surprise in the mailbox! #gobulldogs
All extracurricular trips/contests are cancelled this evening, January 11, due to weather concerns. Practices will still be held at JH and HS.
#gobulldogs
Unbelievable experience helping Intro to Ag students virtually explore their researched country/topic today!
#virtuallearningisreallearning
Ellen Ericson, Spanish instructor at Mahomet-Seymour High School, has been recognized for receiving the 2017 ICTFL Distinguished Educator Award from the Illinois Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ICTFL).
The Distinguished Educator Award recognizes educators whose exemplary teaching has provided inspiration to large numbers of foreign language students and/or teachers. This category includes persons who have distinguished themselves in teacher education and as in-service trainers, as well as in the actual teaching of languages and cultures. In addition to her duties teaching Spanish at Mahomet-Seymour High School, Ellen has devoted countless hours over the years mentoring other teachers and pursuing ongoing training to enhance her own professional expertise. Ellen was one of the first cadre of Illinois teachers to be trained in the TALL-IL program in 2013. In 2014 Ellen completed ACTFL’s Oral Proficiency Interview training. She has presented workshops to teachers on Backward Design, Creating Units, and Proficiency Based Learning. In 2015, Ellen represented ICTFL in the Conference Workshop/Extension Workshop on the topic of “Integrated Proficiency Based Assessment: Moving from Performance to Proficiency” at the Central States Conference. She and the other Illinois teachers from the CW/EW presented the ICTFL teacher training workshop “WinterFest” in 2016. Her colleagues at ICTFL recognize Ellen as a learner, a team-player and an active member of our teaching profession.
“I couldn’t be more proud of the award that Mrs. Ellen Ericson has been granted from the Illinois Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. Mrs. Ericson not only works hard to improve the learning experiences for her students, but she also gives of herself to mentor others in the profession,” Shannon Cheek, principal of Mahomet-Seymour High School said. “I appreciate all the time and energy Mrs. Ericson has dedicated to the students and her colleagues at Mahomet-Seymour High School, and the time and energy she continues to dedicate to the continued development and improvement of the teaching profession. Her professionalism, hard work and dedication is admired.”
The Mahomet-Seymour Schools are OPEN on Monday, January 8, 2018.
And with that freethrow Bulldog basketball player Erin Lenschow joins the 1000 point club!! Congratulations!!
At approximately 11 a.m. this morning Champaign police took a suspect into custody on Mahomet-Seymour High School property after a chase. Further details are unavailable at this time, as law enforcement is handling this investigation. A small number of students who were on site for athletic practices were secured and kept safe until the conclusion of the incident.
This is the old bell from Sangamon Elementary. It was carefully removed from tower and will have a new home at Middletown Prairie once construction is finished. Believed to date to late 1800’s. #gobulldogs
Happy Holidays Bulldog Nation!! School is closed from Dec 21 thru Jan 3. Students return Jan 5. Enjoy your break! #gobulldogs
Will Clodfelder, MSHS class of ‘18 and founder of Astronomy Club, stands by telescope donated by @Celestron. Thank you Will and @Celestron!!
Winner of Ugly Sweater contest at MSHS...Mr. Seal!! #gobulldogs
Board Meeting Night. If you'd like to attend virtually, follow the link. Meeting starts at 7pm. https://goo.gl/JxCuu7
Its Gingerbread Literacy Night at MPE! Little old lady and little old man were there with gingerbread boy. Tons of fun!! #gobulldogs
Congrats Lu Rippy on 25 yrs of service! Wishing you the best in retirement! Thank you!
MSHS Interact Club members helping out at Crisis Nursery Holiday Shop on Dec. 7. This is the 1st yr for Interact and our students have shown such generosity and giving of their time. #go bulldogs
MSHS Madrigal Dinner in its 35th year! Beautiful night of music and celebration. Our kids are amazing and thanx to all who helped! Shout out to Mrs Rinkel, this is her last year. #gobulldogs
Progress continues at MPE. This pic is the south side of the building. Dry wall and taping going on inside. #gobulldogs
Mr. Herriott’s 5th grade class and their guests at the 17th Annual Manners Lunch. Lots of excellent manners on display and awesome food! #gobulldogs
Happy 199th birthday Illinois! Today the bicentennial celebration was kicked off by Mayor Widener and the Chamber Chorus from M-S High School! #illinoisproud
The Mahomet Seymour High School Future Business Leaders are excited to be kicking off their 19th Annual Toy drive next week. Beginning Monday, December 4, donations of New Toys, Same-as-new Toys, Hats, Scarves, Gloves, and Mittens will be collected at MPE, Sangamon, and Lincoln Trail to benefit Mahomet Helping Hands. Please feel free to donate unwrapped toys any day from Monday December 4 to Monday December 11. The donations from our school district have been generous for the past 18 years! FBLA and Mahomet Helping Hands would like to thank you in advance for any items or cash (checks to Mahomet Helping Hands) that you wish to donate! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from MSHS FBLA.
Construction pics from
MPE #gobulldogs
Honored to spend time in Mrs Franks’ FMP with these awesome freshmen and mentors! #gobulldogs
The message below is from the Champaign Urbana Public Health District.
November 28, 2017
Dear Parent:
We have identified two confirmed cases of WHOOPING COUGH (also known as PERTUSSIS) in the Mahomet-Seymour schools. One case at Lincoln Trail in the third grade class, and the other in 7th grade at the Jr. High. Pertussis is a contagious, bacterial illness that is spread from person-to-person by droplet or direct contact with airborne respiratory secretions or by indirect contact with articles soiled by the infected person’s nose and throat discharges.
Symptoms of Pertussis usually appear 5-to 10-days after exposure, but can take as long as 21 days. The first symptoms are similar to those of a common cold - a runny nose, sneezing, low- grade fever and a mild, occasional cough. The cough gradually becomes severe and, after one to two weeks, the patient has spasmodic bursts of numerous, rapid coughs. The characteristic high- pitched "whoop," which is more common in children, and comes from breathing in after a coughing episode. During such an attack, the patient may turn blue, vomit and become exhausted. Between coughing attacks, the patient usually appears normal. If you or someone you know has an unexplained cough lasting greater than two weeks accompanied by one of the symptoms listed above please refer them to a physician.
Please adhere to the following recommendations from the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District regarding suspect/ confirmed cases of Pertussis:
1. Cases of Pertussis must be excluded from school, daycare, or other social gatherings until at least 5 days after starting on antibiotic therapy.
2. Please consult with your physician if someone in your home is experiencing any Pertussis- like symptoms. Your doctor can diagnose the disease in a few days by ordering a PCR test. If the test is positive all household members and high-risk individuals need to receive 5 days of antibiotic therapy.
3. Every child should of have received the pertussis vaccine at 2, 4, 6 and 15 months of age and another dose at 4 to 6 years of age. This vaccine is given in the same shot with diphtheria and tetanus vaccines. Immunization is required for child care and school attendance. A single dose of Tdap is recommended for people 11 through 64 for continued protection against pertussis.
If you have questions or concerns, I can be reached at (217) 531-5361 or by email at rthompson@c-uphd.org.
Respectfully,
Rachella Thompson-Brown Communicable Disease Investigator
It is #givingtuesday. A perfect time to reflect on how we serve, lead, give back. #gobulldogs
Happy, happy Thanksgiving to Bulldog nation and beyond! Enjoy family and friends and all of our many blessings! #gobulldogs
If you are shopping on Amazon.com, you can support Mahomet-Seymour schools by using Mahomet-Seymour Education Foundation AmazonSmile. Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the MSEF. AmazonSmile is the same prices, products, and service of Amazon.com but with the added benefit of Amazon donating to the MSEF. Use the MSEF AmazonSmile account here: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/37-1333774
Turkey Bowl @MSHSBulldogs. Congrats to Coach Ledins team, winners by one pin over Admin team. #gobulldogs
Happy Thanksgiving!
Board of Education meeting starts at 7pm. Click the link to join. https://goo.gl/rpT6YR
Hello parents and guardians of Mahomet Seymour students,
The MS Ag Supply Store at the high school is selling handmade greenery for the upcoming holiday season. The store is a student-run animal feed and equipment store in which all of the profits are invested in the students in the form of a scholarship. Agriculture students will be constructing and selling wreaths, door swags, and centerpieces. Additional information about the greenery is available in the attached flier or visit us at www.msagsupply.com
or our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MahometSeymourAgSupplyStore/.
Thank you and happy holidays!
The store directors of Mahomet Seymour High Ag Supply
The Mahomet-Seymour Schools will dismiss one hour early on 11/21/17. Buses run regular routes, Kids Club in session. Happy T'giving!!
It's Board Member Appreciation Day! Thanks to:Max McComb, Cheryl Melchi, Lance Raver, Merle Giles, Nezar Kasem, Lori Larson, and Jenny Park for your time and dedication in serving as BOE members in Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3!
Thanks to all who attended Bulldog Dialog!Appreciate your time, questions and ideas! Next meeting: 2/1/18
8th grade band. BTW if these kids continue into our HS Marching Band next yr we will be over 250 strong! #gobulldogs
7th grade chorus #gobullogs
Warming up for JH band and chorus concert! #gobulldogs
Our first ever Bulldog Dialog starts at 7pm. If you can't attend, we are going to being streaming. Follow the link http://goo.gl/0Bd2LE
Our 5th gr students designed and printed this prosthetic hand for a fellow student with special needs. 3D printer. #gobulldogs
Nothing like a little grit in Kindergarten! #gobulldogs
At a special BOE mtg this morning, the purchase agreement for the sale of Sangamon Elem. was unanimously approved for $750,000.
Thank you veterans and those currently serving. #veteransday
Thank you Sgt. Garrett Anderson for sharing your storage of courage and service at MSJH today! #veteransday
“Be part of something bigger than yourself”—Lt.Col. (Ret) Anthony Wirth, keynote today at M-S HS veterans day ceremony. #veteransday
Beautiful #veteransday ceremony at Lincoln Trail. Tribute to Lee Jessup by son Josh. Lee started this wonderful tradition here in M-S.
Veterans Day ceremonies at M-S High School. #veteransday
Board of Education Study Session Starts at 7pm. Click the link to join: https://goo.gl/5JxrKj
Our state champion boys XC team will be honored at 7 pm Tues nite @ M-S High School. Please join us in celebrating this accomplishment!! #gobulldogs
Construction progresses at Middletown Prairie Elementary #gobulldogs
Mahomet -Seymour Schools will honor our veterans this Friday with assemblies at HS,JH,LT & Sang. Will
also be livestreamed on Bulldog TV, #VeteransDay
Our Bulldog boys XC team is the repeat Class2A IHSA State Champs!!! Congratlations— so proud!!! #gobulldogs
Correction: top 3 teams receive trophies. McGrath all state with 24th place finish. Congrats to all!! #gobulldogs
Our Bulldog girls XC team has trophied and finished 4th at the IHSA state XC meet. Congratulatuons!!! #gobulldogs
Still 2 shows left!! Sat. Nite & Sun. Matinee...congrats to cast and crew for an outstanding production! #gobulldogs
Opening night! #gobulldogs
These amazing students were honored as champions at M-S High School’s Breakfast of Champions this morning. Congrats!
Halloween fun!!! #gobulldogs
Mark your calendars: The first Bulldog Dialog meeting is Monday, 11/13/17 @ 7 p.m. in the BOE meeting room at Middletown Prairie. The goals of this meeting are to:
• Facilitate and support communication between M-S CUSD # 3 and our parents/community members
• Provide the opportunity and the venue to ask questions, express concerns and listen to information from school district officials
• Engage the community in dialog about the M-S CUSD #3 Schools as well as impart factual and current information to our constituents.
These meetings are open to the public and all are welcome to attend! Other meetings are: February 1 and April 12th.
See you there!!
Congrats to both our boys and girls Bullldog XC teams—on to IHSA state @ Detwiler next weekend!! #gobulldogs
Brick is going up at Middletown Prairie! #gobulldogs
Congratulations on a great season Bulldog Soccer! They fall today to Mattoon in the regional championship game. #gobulldogs
Bulldog fans!! You have the chance @ 11 am to watch our soccer team play for regional championship at home! #gobulldogs
Best of luck to our Bulldog Marching Band at Bands of America in Indy this weekend! #gobulldogs
Mahomet Rotary Club provides dictionaries to all of our 3rd grade students every year. Thank you!! #gobulldogs
Reminders: October 25: Early Release. October 26: Parent/Teacher Conferences, October 27: NO SCHOOL #gobulldogs
Live Stream of tonight's board meeting. Meeting starts at 7pm.
https://goo.gl/vhdkhy
Marching Bulldogs perform at our JH today. Amazing shiow! #gobulldogs
Thank you @news_gazette for hilighting the awesome things our high school kids are doing! #gobulldogs
Congrats to Bulldog Jr Hi XC teams— both boys and girls qualify for IESA state XC meet!
Dawg walk and dance party has started! #gobulldogs
Getting ready for Dawg walk at MPE with... guess who? Our Bulldog!! #gobulldogs
Best of luck to all of our extracurricular teams and activities this weekend! Lots going on..band, VB, XC, FB, golf, soccer..#gobulldogs
Up close action today at MPE as they work on PreK classrooms/board room. #gobulldogs
It's October and it's #thankaprincipal month! Please let our amazing prins and asst prins know of your appreciation! #gobulldogs
Top of the third — Bulldogs down 3-2 at IESA state tourney
“I want my hindsight to be your foresight.” -Alissa Parker @safeschoolsorg Amazing person and impactful presentation. #iasa17
Such an honor to hear Alissa Parker, Sandy Hook parent, speak. Grace and courage. #iasa17
Love my thank you letter from Mrs. Myers K class. Delivered w/smiles and hugs. #whyidothisjob
Wednesday, September 27 is our first early dismissal day of the school year. Schools will dismiss 2 hrs before the regular time.
Look for Mahomet=Seymour CUSD #3 on Facebook! Have you friended us yet? Stay informed and up to date with our social media presence!
Great night at Frank Dutton Field!
Bulldog Nation: It's Homecoming Friday! Have fun, stay cool, enjoy the festivities!! #dawgpride
Mattoon, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Follow IDOT on Twitter for updates: @IDOTDistrict5
From IDOT: Construction on Rt. 150 bridge over Sangamon River starts Mon. 9/18/17. Lane closures w/stoplights.
Marching Bulldogs have taken the field!
It's time for DAWGAPALOOZA!!!! Please join the fun this evening starting at 4:30 p.m. at M-S High School! Stay to watch our Dawgs take on Mascoutah.
Our 2nd graders' in Mrs. Merkle's class with their interpretations of the eclipse. Beautiful!
This was a topic at our BOE mtg. Mon. nite. So disheartening that we must start prepping for worst case scenario. Need a solution NOW!
Our littlest ones are here! PreK meet and greet was this morning at MPE!
Mahomet -Seymour District Office staff enjoys the #solareclipse2017
M-S CUSD #3 mourns the loss of our friend Lee Jessup, ret. principal of Lincoln Trail Elementary. Living a life dedicated to public service, Lee always gave back and had a true servant's heart.
Welcome to Kindergarten! Our parents are getting some last minute pics of our newest students #classof2030 #dawgpride
Sangamon and Middletown Prairie Elementary staffs getting together for some team building!
Welcoming the Class of 2030 tomorrow as Kinders!! This group is the first class to not attend Sangamon. #dawgpride
Want to volunteer for the Sangamon River Music Festival? Here's your chance to help out!
http://www.sangamonrivermusicfestival.com/volunteer.html
New football poster arrived. Inaugural season in the Apollo Conference. Cant wait!! #dawgpride
Mahomet-Seymour Google Bootcamp 2017!
#edtechteam #teachersgettingready #summersalmostover
First annual Get Ready Informed Prepared (GRIP) for incoming freshman and new students. Welcome Class of '21!!! #dawgpride
Huge THANK YOU to all who made the amazing MAYC races (half mar, 10k, 5K) happen this weekend. Kids in our community got an incredible message of their importance thru seeing such support!
Steel going up on south side of Middletown Prairie.
Spectacular aerial footage of the construction project at MPE
https://youtu.be/cQaRQ1Qomm8
The interior of new gym at Middletown Prairie.
Hey Bulldogs! Exactly 1 month until the dirst day of school! We cannot wait to see our students! Enjoy the remainder of summer!#dawgpride
Putting the roof on our new gym today at Middletown Prairie Elementary.
The skyline changed quickly this morning at MPE! Beautiful new gym walls going up fast!
Great weather for ramped up progress this week! Power switch over almost complete.
Central Office will reopen on Wednesday at 7:30 am...(construction)
The Administrative Center AND MPE will be closed on Monday June 5th as construction crews transition electrical service to the building.
Congrats to MS retirees this yr. MarkC-SallyR-JulieV-SusanD-PaulaN-GeneC-MaryW! Well done!
Terrific turnout today at MPE for the parent/grandparent lunch for Kindergarten! Thanks @jcfultz and your team for the great weather!
MS Schools remain on list of Champaign County's Top 25 Employers. From Busey Economic Seminar this morning.
Thank you to MPE parents for your flexibility and cooperation with ongoing construction! Nice job today!
As Dr. Hall and I presented @fixtheformula Town Hall meeting yesterday, Pres @MAXatREMAX w/Gov to support K-12$$
Town Hall Meeting:Today-April 27 from 2-3:30pm at Astroth Community Ed Center in Normal. @DrHall709 and I on the panel. #fixthefomula
As part of the Champaign County Economic Dev efforts--BRING YOUR BUSINESS TO MAHOMET--here's why! https://youtu.be/UYUiQ_YkmiY
Trucks are rolling in and out today as site work in full swing! @Ittner1899 @midecc @SangamonSchool
@MSHSBulldogs is one of these schools. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-iillinois-act-exam-met-20170414-story.html
Click on the link for the "unofficial" Quick Board Summary from last night's BoE meeting. http://5il.co/137e
Reminder of the Two Hour Early Dismissal tomorrow, Wednesday, April 12! RJ
Opportunities to learn everywhere...
Congrats to the 4 "Best of Show". HS Soph Alyanna Posadas' work in colored pencil is amazing..one of many talented artists @ MS!
Phone systems are up and running again. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
At this time, our staff is working with Frontier Communications to address our external phone outage. We will update when resolved.
First construction meeting at MPE this morning.
As we get back from break to our final two months of the school year, ground being turned for MPE Addition #DawgPride @Ittner1899
Maintenance Staff is at it this morning with Village and Townships dropping salt. Sloppy this Monday am. Allow a little extra time.
Spreading the message!
Students promote Spread the Word to End the Word at the high school today. Great Job!
RT of Jason Klein @jasonklein https://t.co/Vg2b1254Zv #GoogleKeep just got even better again! #GSuite
I presented today at the Champaign County Farm Bureau as part of a property tax forum. Immediately after, our Ag Team presented their "Mahomet Aquifer" story...proud of these kids!
Terrific day at MPE Kindergarten rooms for Valentines Day! Thank you to all our volunteers...#DawgPride
Good job by our staff, local village street dept, and the cty road commissioners this morning. Their work started well before 5:00 am.
ATLAS students and staff wait for lunch after a great workout at the YMCA!
Love this sound? Could we all use this example of carefree spirit today? https://youtu.be/EaN5-kgHp8M
Welcome to the NEW web presence of www.mahometseymour.org and mobile app! Thanks to our hard working team! #BulldogPride
Great response at Pre-Bid Meeting for the MPE construction project. 11 General Contractors with over 30 people representing over 25 construction companies. @Ittner1899 architect Todd Powers leads..
Enjoyed the visit @SangamonSchool with our kids. https://twitter.com/RickJohnston/status/819713440482729984
Congratulations to one of our All-Star Staff members. Kari is great for kids! http://www.news-gazette.com/news/local/2017-01-11/teacher-week-kari-calcagno.html …
Crowded but fun lunch on Friday at Sangamon with talent show upcoming...
School Will Resume January 3rd!