Mount Pulaski Grade School

Opaa! is hiring for kitchen positions at MPHS. If you are interested, please see the flyer for more details.

The Mount Pulaski Economic Development and Planning Board is working in partnership with the Lincoln Area YMCA to bring child care to the Mount Pulaski community. The purpose of this survey is to gather firm numbers on how many students would utilize before and after school child care at a licensed location in Mount Pulaski. The Lincoln Area YMCA before and after school program is currently serving children in grades K-5. Please submit the following survey at your earliest convenience to aid us in the planning and preparation of bringing this collaborative service to our community! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpemYtJFWsYxRQUIqjzKPRc9zgmeaorkOH3zNOe9OO7qi0JA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Everyone deserves affordable internet at home & the opportunities that come with it. We are proud to help close the #DigitalDivide through the @FCC’s Emergency Broadband Benefit in collaboration with @HeartlandFwd. See eligibility & learn more: https://getemergencybroadband.org/ If you qualify, the program pays for up to $50/month on in-home internet/WIFI. Check it out!

Parents that are trying to order school supply kits. There is a server issue on their end that seems to not allow you to place an order. They suggested these things clear cookies and then try a different browser. You can order through June 20th. Order at https://www.shopttkits.com/. The account number is 15826.

Mr. Deibert's Basketball Camp this Thursday is cancelled due to the conflict with the boys' state tournament appearance. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Deibert at rdeibert@mtpulaski.k12.il.us

It is the last day of school for 2020-2021 school year. I am going to miss this group of kids so much! We have all been through a lot this year! Enjoy second grade kiddos. Ms. Davis will miss you!

Please make sure you turn in your registration paperwork ASAP to the office. Do not forget to do the online portion as well!

e-Xchange Autographs day was super colorful in 3rd grade! Students tie dyed pillow cases last week to have their classmates sign on Tuesday.

Our PM PreK class contributed painted birdhouses to the MPHS FFA “Monarch Gateway” project that will be completed in Elkhart later this month!

Our AM PreK class contributed handprint butterflies to the MPHS FFA “Monarch Gateway” project that will be completed in Elkhart later this month!

Parents! You are invited to join a webinar: What You Should Know About Sexting June 2nd, 2021 6:30 PM (Central Time) Register in advance for this webinar: https://ilattorneygeneral-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OE8OZ90vQji94VjIb8cZzw You will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. This webinar discusses the widespread phenomenon of taking and sending explicit images. It defines “sexting," offering data on its prevalence among differing age groups, and defines “child pornography." "Revenge porn" is discussed and suggestions are offered for avoiding these issues and to stay safe from its effects.

All 8th grade students report to school at the Grade School next week. (Algebra 1 students should NOT report to the high school.)

Color Run fun!

1A rocked the color run today!

There seems to be an issue with TeacherEase and showing the appropriate registration fees for next year. It looks like it is affecting those with siblings. We are working with TeacherEase on a solution. Please wait to pay until August.

I am offering basketball camp for girls entering kindergarten through 4th grade this coming fall of 2021. Here is some additional info!

Reminder: registration packets were sent home last week and are due this Friday, May 28th. Please return all paperwork in the brightly colored envelope that was sent home with your student. Be sure you also complete the ONLINE portion by logging into your teacherEase account at www.teacherease.com. If you have any questions please contact the grade school office at 217-792-7220.

End of the Year Activities I just want to give some information for our end of the year activities that are coming up. iPad Collection - Kindergarten - 4th Grade iPad Collection - 5th - 8th Grade May 28th - Color Run 9:45 - 11:30 May 28th - Early Dismissal 11:30 May 31st - No School June 1st - Top Hat Ice Cream June 2nd - 8th Grade Promotion 1:00 PM June 2nd - 8th Graders last day of school June 3rd - Last day of school for PreK - 7th Grade Dismiss at 2:00 June 1st, 2nd, and 3rd will all be 2:00 PM Dismissals

Football Camp

8th Grade Promotion When: June 2nd @ 1:00 PM Where: Mt. Pulaski Grade School Gymnasium The 8th grade students at Mt. Pulaski Grade School will be recognized for their outstanding achievement. The students are each allowed 5 guests to attend, students will receive their tickets next week. We would like students to dress in business casual type clothing for the ceremony. Anyone who is vaccinated will not need a ticket to enter, but will need to show their vaccination card.