
The MPGS First Graders traveled to the Kidzeum of Health and Science in Springfield today!











There will be a bus change today that will most likely cause delays.
One Elkhart Bus (#4 Linda)
Thank you so much for your patience and understanding.


The BoE approved the school calendar for next year at the April meeting. You can find it on our website:
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1378/CUSD23/5561074/2025-2026-MPCUSD23-Academic_Calendar.pdf


Special thanks to Mrs. Farris and Mrs. Tschantz in our district office! Happy Administrative Professionals Day!


We are cleaning out the Quonset Hut on Spring Street! On Saturday, April 26 from 8-noon, District Staff will be on site so that the community can peruse the shed for older desks, chairs (lots of varieties), shelving units & TROPHIES...There are lots of items to choose from...all FREE!! This offer won't last...after Saturday, the remaining contents will be disposed of. **Please note that there will be some items in the shed that are NOT be available for the taking, they will be marked with flags &/or tape. **




Hats for a Cause! Friday, April 25, 2025. Students may bring a dollar to donate to our local libraries. Any student who donates a dollar may wear a hat to school on Friday!


Dear Families,
We’re excited to share that our students will be heading to the high school on Friday, May 2nd to enjoy a Dueling Pianos Assembly—a fun and interactive musical experience for all grade levels! Students will attend in groups according to the schedule below:
PreK AM – 4th Grade: 8:45 – 9:45 AM
5th – 7th Grade: 10:15 – 11:15 AM
8th Grade: 1:45 – 2:45 PM (as part of their regular schedule)
In addition, our Spring Concert will be held that afternoon, beginning at 2:15 PM. We look forward to celebrating our students’ hard work and talents with you!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

Thank you to our AMAZING Bus Drivers!


MPGS Spring Concert 2025
Friday, May 2 at 2:15pm
MPGS Gym


Tonight is the night! The Art, Science and Book Fair at MPGS! 5:30-7pm
The Book Fair is Card, E-Wallet or Check ONLY!! No cash!

Last week the MPGS 6th grade classes went to the Gamma Phi Circus at Illinois State University. They also enjoyed a pit stop at Kickapoo Park.










As a reminder, the School Board Meeting scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 16 will be held at MPHS in the Media Center due to the Book Fair at MPGS. For anyone planning to attend, please use the Cooke Street entrance, and utilize street parking on Cooke & Spring Streets.


There will be a few bus changes today that will most likely cause delays.
One Elkhart Bus (#4 Linda)
One Chestnut Bus (#5 Steph)
Thank you so much for your patience and understanding. Spring sports and lack of bus drivers are making things a little difficult. Thanks to Gene our transportation director for all of his extra hard work to get things squared away and keeping the kiddos safe.


‼️Book fair starts on Monday! Shop as a family during the Art and Science Fair Tuesday, April 15 5:30-7:00pm. Ewallet, check, and card ONLY ‼️


It's Time to Buy! Don't Wait!
Mount Pulaski Elementary parents, we've all been there! Back-to-school sneaks up on us, and suddenly we're running from store to store trying to find supplies. But what if you could check it off your list today?
1st Day School Supplies makes it easy. In just a few clicks, you can order the exact supplies your teacher requested, packaged in a beautiful new box and delivered on time, stress-free! Click below:
https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/33806?utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=FWD_email&utm_campaign=crd_fwd


The track meet for today has been cancelled.
They WILL have practice today. 4/9/25


It's that time again! Book Fair starts next week: April 14-16, during school. April 15: 5:30-7:00pm. Don't forget to set up your student's eWallet account for cashless, stress-less shopping. Friends and family can even contribute funds! eWallet, check, and card ONLY. Set one up here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/mtpulaskielemschool. #ScholasticBookFairs


There will be only one Elkhart bus today and only one Chestnut bus 4/8/25. There will be a few other changes as well. Gene, our transportation director reached out to parents directly if these changes will effect your child.
Sorry for the inconvenience. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
If you have any questions you can email our transportation director at gschoth@mp23schools.com or TEXT the bus barn phone at 217-792-5687


SCIENCE AND ART NIGHT
Show off your science/art projects and check out the Book Fair!
April 15, 2025 5:30-7:00


Congratulations to the 2025-2026 MPGS JH Cheerleaders!!📣 💜💛🎩
