Mount Pulaski High School

If a high school student is interested in participating in the swimming co-op with Lincoln High School this school year, please contact Mr. McVickers via email (rmcvickers@mtpulaski.k12.il.us) by noon tomorrow. If 5 or less students participate, transportation is not provided by the school and the responsibility of the athlete's family. Questions? Contact Mr. McVickers.

Looking for a fun, physical activity to do with your family or friends? Check out the 1st annual 5K hosted by Lincoln College!

As the YMCA works to bring a before & after school program to our communities, they are also looking for employees ages 16 and up. Here are the opportunities available for students. If interested, contact the YMCA as directed on the images.

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

There is a meeting for girls interested in playing high school volleyball this fall on Monday, July 12, at 6 PM. This is for players and parents. Please park in the west lot and enter via the “Gym Entrance.” The doors will automatically unlock 15 minutes prior to the meeting time. Upon entering, proceed to the new Multipurpose gym for the meeting. Unvaccinated individuals are required to properly wear a mask in public schools at this time. We appreciate your help in complying with current guidelines. Questions? Contact Coach Nichols at wnichols@mtpulaski.k12.il.us

Students who want to know more about eSports...you can trial it for free during July by participating in PlayVS July Jam. To register and play, go here: https://www.playvs.com/july-jam What is this? Series of quick, product-supported, 100% free, 3-day summer competitions Each team plays one match or lobby per day Which titles? League of Legends, Rocket League, and Fortnite solos All titles will adhere to the same format and matchplay rules as the scholastic season Who can play? Open to all current High School students (and again, no coach required!) When is it? Event #1: Enrollment: Wednesday, July 7 - Sunday, July 11 Event dates: Tuesday, July 13 - Thursday, July 15 (4pm EST/MST) Event #2 Enrollment: Wednesday, July 21 - Sunday, July 25 Event dates: Tuesday, July 27 - Thursday, July 29 (4pm EST/MST) Are there prizes? $40k in total cash prizing across both events (combined total for both High School and College) Prizes awarded for participation/engagement, not winning a championship or tournament.

Are you an incoming student who is interested in eSports? We are discussing the possibility of adding eSports and need feedback from students who are interested in participating. If you are one of these students, please complete this survey by Thursday, July 15. https://forms.gle/uVba2QbHQWPhpu4i8

As the official photographer of the IHSA, Visual Image Photography is honored to have taken team photos and action photography of our school competing in this year’s IHSA Baseball State Finals. All images that we captured are now available at this link: https://photos.vipis.com/ihsa_boys_baseball_2021 Please enjoy looking through these images. We want to make sure that everyone can see the images and save 10% off any orders if they use promo code IHSA at checkout. If you have any questions about ordering, please contact Becky Kottke (bkottke@vipis.com)

There is an open gym tonight in the Multipurpose Room for any student interested in MPHS soccer that will be entering grades 9 through 12 in August. Enter through the "Gym Entrance" on the west side of the building. The session is from 6 pm until 7:30 pm. The doors will unlock at 5:45 pm. Unvaccinated students must wear a mask for indoor sports at all times. Bring a mask with you if you are not vaccinated. If you have questions, email Head Coach Nate Sowers at nsowers@mtpulaski.k12.il.us

Want to play volleyball at MPHS? Join MPHS Volleyball on the Team App for summer workout information from Coach Nichols. Questions? Email wnichols@mtpulaski.k12.il.us

If you're interested in purchasing a STATE T-shirt - Here's the order form! Orders are due July 16.

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!

All State Finals apparel (shirts, hoodies, etc.) is available online this year. Minerva won’t have merchandise booths at the State Finals. IHSA Baseball State Finals apparel: https://shop.minervapromotions.com/stores/ihsa/boys-sports/baseball.html

Regional Baseball Game TONIGHT - Start time change: The regional baseball game for tonight will begin at 4:00pm at Veteran's Park in Mt. Pulaski.

Lots of great projects were finished up and taken home over the last few weeks. Thanks to all of the Industrial Arts students for their hard work!

This outstanding project made it’s way home today after two years of hard work and dedication. Great job, Logan!

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.

Baseball Game TONIGHT The home baseball game for tonight has been cancelled due to wet field conditions.

Softball Game TONIGHT The rescheduled softball game for tonight has been cancelled due to wet field conditions.

Softball Game TOMORROW 5/29 The softball game scheduled for tomorrow at Southeast has been cancelled due to field conditions.