We are so proud of the fourth graders!! 59 Students met their AR goal. 48 Students went above their goal, and 11 students more than doubled it! WOW!!! THANK YOU to all of the parents who donated items and joined us at the party! What a day!!! Commitment, Hard Work, and a Strong Finish make great things happen!

Pictured are the top readers from each class.

2 days ago, Phillips Kimberly
Top Readers for 4th grade AR


Congratulations to the Recorders, Colorguard and Bands on your awesome performances at the spring concert last night. You all did great! Special thanks to all those who helped out with the last minute change to bring the concert inside!

2 days ago, Dawn Trotter
band
flags
woodwinds
recorders
Congratulations to this year's Band & Guard Award Winners: Derek Zimmerman, Asher Robertson, Gabe Padesky, Miles Vogel , James Brodbeck , Max Bollinger , Lydia Kamm, Owen Vogel , Brendan Lamkin , Charlotte Zentner, Anna Ioerger, Brielle Hanrahan and Akyah Hooks.
2 days ago, Dawn Trotter
winners
The MGS 2026 Summer Basketball Camp is quickly approaching. Camp dates are Tuesday, May 26th - Thursday, May 28th for students that have completed kindergarten through 7th grade. Please see the flyer for more information.
2 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
MGS Basketball camp
PTO is thrilled to bring a week full of bloom to MGS teachers and staff that 'rose' to the occasion and helped our children 'grow' this school year. Let's 'shower' them with appreciation next week!!

🌷Donation requests: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EAFA729A4F4C61-63504266-staff#/

PTO could not provide these events without our volunteers, support of our fundraisers, and parent donations. THANK YOU ALL!!!
2 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
teacher appreciation week
What a great night at MGS! Students in 4th-8th grade performed tonight for their Spring Concert. The music was great and we honored our 8th graders for their final concert at MGS! Thank you to everyone who came out to support our music program!
3 days ago, Mr. Dirks
Spring Concert
Spring Concert
Spring Concert
Spring Concert
Spring Concert
Spring Concert
Spring Concert
The Chicks are here! Mrs. Lelm's 7th grade science students got to hold the chicks today. All grade levels are invited to see them throughout the week as well. Such a fun experience for all!
3 days ago, Mr. Dirks
chicks are here
chicks are here

The Band concert tonight has been moved indoors due to the inclement weather. Food trucks will still be available and you are welcome to bring your food into the concert.

3 days ago, Jennifer Sarver
We would like to congratulate one of our very own amazing Metamora Grade School Redbird staff members. Laura Anglin was recognized at an IESA banquet in Bloomington by receiving the Speech Distinguished Service Award. Laura has coached speech at MGS for 20 years. She has impacted the lives of countless students and represented Metamora Grade School in such a positive light.❤️🖤🤍❤️🖤🤍
3 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
L. Anglin
L. Anglin
L. Anglin
L. Anglin
L. Anglin
A big CONGRATULATIONS to Mandi Peck and Wendy Vogel for being chosen as our IEA local chapter Silver Apple Award winners. Both of these teachers go above and beyond their duties, support students, staff, and parents, and share a passion for the profession. These reasons and many others are why they were nominated. Thank you both for your dedication to the entire education community!
3 days ago, Jana Southerland
Silver Apple Award 2026
Tonight is the night!
🌴 Luau Book Fair - Family Shopping Night 🌴
📚 Buy One Get One Free 📚
5:00-8:00pm in the Library and a fun craft in the AP room.🏄
Come out and listen to great music 🎵 at the Spring Outdoor Concert, get some delicious food 😋 from the many food trucks that will be here, shop the book fair 📚 and create a craft!! It is sure to be a Fun Family Night!!!
3 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Family Shopping night
➕🛒Please consider signing up to help feed 100 of our dedicated teachers and staff on Wednesday, May 6th.

🌷Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EAFA729A4F4C61-63504266-staff#/

Cash donations can be dropped off to the front office. Non-perishable items can be dropped off now- Wed, May 6th.
3 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
teacher appreciation week
Officer Stone stopped by 5B today and joined us in a discussion on the difference between Patriots, Loyalists, and Neutral. Then he tried his hand at the assignment. He aced it!
3 days ago, Jana Southerland
Aced it!
Test time!
⌛REMINDER: The last PTO Meeting of the year will be Monday, May 4th at 6PM. If you have any interest in joining or volunteering for PTO next school year we encourage you to attend!
3 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
PTO Meeting
MGS hosted Regionals for Scholastic Bowl this evening. It was a great night and our students competed well! Thank you to Mrs. Becker and Miss Kraus for all their efforts this season!
4 days ago, Mr. Dirks
scholastic bowl
Order your school tool box online from May 1st - June 28th. Supplies will be delivered to the student's homeroom.
4 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
School Supply Box
8th grade Algebra students enjoyed the nice weather practicing their math skills outside on Friday. Who doesn't like drawing with sidewalk chalk!!!
5 days ago, Mr. Dirks
8th Math
8th Math
MGS 7th grade history students had a special guest today to talk about the Civil War. Such a great way to wrap up their latest topic with some hands on learning!
5 days ago, Mr. Dirks
7th History
7th History
7th History
7th History
7th History
Please see the flyer for Free Summer Meal information.
5 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Summer Meals
Save the Date: PTO Restaurant Night at Blue Margaritas in G-town! Paper flyers will be coming home with K-5 students. You can also present a digital flyer on your phone
5 days ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
restaurant night flyer
Blue Margarita