Metamora Power Football Club is having their Annual Porkchop Fundraiser on Friday, October 3rd from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm at Kirby Foods. See the flyer for more information.
5 months ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
MPFC Fundraiser

Metamora Grade School is Hiring!

2 Cafeteria Monitors
MGS is looking for caring and reliable individuals to help out during lunch time in the Cafeteria.
✅ Part-time, 11am - 1:45pm
✅ Support a safe and positive environment for students
✅ Be an important part of our school community
If you enjoy working with children and want to make a difference in their day please contact Karla Kiesewetter at Karla Kiesewetter at kkiesewetter@mgsredbirds.org

2 Part-Time Special Education Aides
MGS is looking for compassionate and dependable individuals to support our students as Special Education Aides.
✅ Part-time, 8am - 1pm
✅ Work directly with students to support learning and growth
✅ Join a supportive and dedicated team of educators
If you have a heart for helping children succeed please contact Tim Damery at tdamery@mgsredbirds.org.

5 months ago, Jennifer Sarver
Hello MGS Families,

I wanted to share some upcoming events at MGS as well as in the community. Take a look!

Tues., Sept. 23 - Pretzel Day! Families can purchase pretzels from Swanee's Pretzel truck between 10:00-12:30 at MGS.
Sat., Sept. 27 - Boys of Fall - See Attachment for Tickets and Information
Sept. 29-Oct. 3rd - Spirit Days - See attachment
Fri. Oct. 3rd - SIP Day Dismissal at 11:30 - Homecoming Parade at 2:00
Mon. Oct. 6- PTO Meeting at 6:00 at MGS
Thur. Oct. 9 -School Board Meeting at 7:00 at MGS
Fri. Oct. 10 - No School - Full Day Teacher Institute
Mon. Oct. 13 - No School - Columbus Day
Sat. Oct. 25 - Trunk or Treat 3:30-6:30 - See Attachment

So Many Activities!

Thanks,
Tim Damery K-4 Prinicipal
5 months ago, Tim Damery
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Congrats to MGS softball for their 3rd place finish in the IESE State Tournament! We are so proud of you!!! #WeAreRedbirds!
5 months ago, Dr. Lee
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This isn't normal.. MGS Softball makes it to State semi's again-(4 out of last 5 years)! Play at Maxwell Park in Normal at 12 tomorrow. Win? Play at 4.pm. We're unable to provide a fan bus, but encourage families to attend if possible to cheer on our amazing softball team!
5 months ago, Dr. Lee
Thanks so much to the marching band and color guard for performing for our softball team. You looked and sounded awesome! Good Luck at STATE! Go Birds! 🥎❤️🏆
5 months ago, Dawn Trotter
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MGS had a parade of Champions for our Softball team. They are headed back to state! 5 Years in a row! The game is at 4:00 today vs. Beecher at Champion Fields in Normal. Good Luck Birds!
5 months ago, Jennifer Sarver
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The MGS Unified Redbird apparel store is open now and will close this Sunday, September 28th! The MGS Unified Redbirds program will receive a portion of the proceeds!

https://mgsunified2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/

5 months ago, Jennifer Sarver
If you are planning on going to the State softball game tomorrow, you will need to purchase your tickets through Go Fan. You can click on the link: https://gofan.co/event/3845191?schoolId=IL86333 or click on the QR code. Game time is 4:00PM vs Beecher. Games are at Champion Fields in Normal.
5 months ago, Messacar Amy
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It is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Please donate bright and fun band-aids for OSF Children's Hospital. Bring in a box of band-aids to your homeroom class September 22nd-26th and receive a Redbird coupon.
5 months ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
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Congratulations to our girls softball team. They are sectional champs for the fifth straight year. They are heading back to state. We are Redbirds!
5 months ago, Tim Damery
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Did you know kid's meals include a free scoop of frozen custard!?
Only a few days left! Ends this Sunday, September 21st
Present the flier when ordering (paper or mobile) and Culver's will donate 10% of the sale back to MGS PTO. Flier in comments.
6 months ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
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Although a little warm......It was a beautiful day to be out marching and performing for some of our biggest fans yesterday! The band and guard are doing an amazing job this year!
6 months ago, Dawn Trotter
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We have a few baseball hats for sale! We have 4 XS-SM and 3 SM-MED. They are $20 each. Please email Jennifer Sarver at jsarver@mgsredbirds.org if you would like one! Get yours before they are gone!
6 months ago, Jennifer Sarver
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Restaurant Week at the Washington Culver's starts TODAY!
Now- Sunday, September 21st when presented with the flier at ordering the Washington Culver's will donate 10% of the sale back to MGS PTO.
6 months ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
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Great effort by the Cross Country team Saturday at the Parkside Invitational! It was a hot one but lots of great times against some of the top talent in the state. Out of nearly 60 teams we finished... Girls Varsity-2nd Girls Varsity-2nd Boys Open-15th Boys Varsity-35 Way to represent Redbirds!!!
6 months ago, Mr. Dirks
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Big win for the MGS Baseball Team today in the regional semifinals against East Peoria. They will play Wednesday in Lincoln for the regional championship against Morton! WeAreRedbirds!
6 months ago, Mr. Dirks
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Congrats MGS softball team on another Regional title! They beat Germantown 4-3 and play on Tuesday in Sectionals.
6 months ago, Dr. Lee
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🌼Our first SEL activity of the year brought some of our youngest and oldest students together to build something beautiful — a Buddy Garden! 🌱 Kindergarten students from Ms. Vogel's class and 8th grade students from Mrs. Abney's homeroom teamed up to create colorful flowers using their handprints, symbolizing growth, friendship, and community. 💛
6 months ago, Mrs. Abney
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Did you know that MGS has a self care station in the music room for 5-8th grade students? The following items are in the self care station: snacks, feminine products, deodorant, single use toothbrush/paste, lens wipes, combs/brushes, chapstick, shout wipes, and mints. Right now the self care station is in major need of a restock. If you are interested in providing any of these items, please click the Amazon link below to make a purchase from the wish list. Thank you for your support!

Self Care Station Wish List

6 months ago, Cathy Gregait
Self Care Station