The Fall 2025 All-Star Book Fair is quickly approaching. The book fair will be held October 15th - 24th. If you would like to volunteer to help at the book fair, please click on the link and sign-up. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050845A8AC2FA0FE3-59029209-2025#/
3 months ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Congratulations to the 5th grade team on being our MVP team for the month of September! Your commitment to your students and effort are noticed! Thank you for everything you do to support our MGS students!
3 months ago, Mr. Dirks
8th grade students explored different careers at the Civic Center through Career Sparks.
3 months ago, Buerkett Danielle
8th Graders spent today learning about different careers at Career Spark.
3 months ago, Mrs. Amy Ernenputsch
Thank you, Peoria area businesses for a great experience! More pics of 8th grade career exploration at Career Spark.
3 months ago, Mrs. Abney
It's that time of year again when the MGS Music Boosters are kicking off our Annual Fruit and Cheesecake Sale! Please see a MGS Band or Choir student to place an order or you can order online at https://freshfruitorder.org/mgsmusicboosters/Organizations/LandingPage.aspx Thanks so much for your support!! 🍊🍓🍐🍎
3 months ago, Messacar Amy
What a great way to spend a beautiful Saturday morning supporting a former MGS student at the Kare's Foundation annual 5K. It was inspiring seeing the community together for a great event. Thank you to the MGS Cheer team for coming out to support such a great event!
3 months ago, Mr. Dirks
Congratulations to Miss Kraus in 6th grade Science for being the MVP teacher of the week! Your creativity and willingness to help in a time of need don't go unnoticed! #WeAreRedbirds
3 months ago, Mr. Dirks
Congratulations to 1st grade teacher Mrs Nolte for our MVP of the week award! Thanks for all you do for our students! We Are Redbirds!
4 months ago, Tim Damery
Reminder Spirit Week is next week. Please see the flyer for the themes for each day.
4 months ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
The MGS Unified students went on a field trip today to Target and Mickie's Pizza. Such a fun time had by all!
4 months ago, Mr. Dirks
The MGS Unified Redbird apparel store closes this Sunday, September 28th! The MGS Unified Redbirds program will receive a portion of the proceeds!
8th grade ELA played "Capture the Flag" to review for their upcoming assessment. Students were teaching each other while running around the room completing tasks to earn flags for their teams. What a fun, and engaging, way to review key concepts!
4 months ago, Mr. Dirks
Just a reminder the form is due tomorrow October 24th!
The Community Holiday Basket Committee is once again passing out gift cards to families that might need a little extra help this holiday season. Please turn the form into the MGS front office by October 24th. If you have a problem printing out the form or would like one sent home with your child please contact Jennifer Sarver at jsarver@mgsredbirds.org
The Committee is incredibly grateful for the generous monetary donations from the community and schools. Donations may be dropped off or mailed to: Metamora Commerce Bank, 1 South Englewood Dr, Metamora, IL 61548
Please make checks payable to: Community Christmas Basket Fund Thank you!
4 months ago, Jennifer Sarver
Our Book Fair is coming and oh boy do we have a fun evening event for our MGS families! Save the date for NFL (Night of Family Literacy) Night on Tuesday, October 21st! See the flyer for more information. Looking forward to seeing you all there.
4 months ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
Another amazing showing by the Cross Country team at the Dunlap Valley Invitational and some good experience running the Sectional course coming up in a few weeks. Best of luck to all the runners as the season is wrapping up!
4 months ago, Mr. Dirks
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.
4 months ago, Stephanie Aeschliman
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.
4 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
4 months ago, Tim Damery
Congrats to MGS softball for their 3rd place finish in the IESE State Tournament! We are so proud of you!!! #WeAreRedbirds!
