Thank you to Mrs. Gualandri (35), Mrs. Dale (55), Ms. Stoewer (22), Mrs. Zobrist (49), Mr. Zimmerman (34), and Mr. Morrow (43) for sharing their reflective piece, "This is ___" with honors English II students. The students loved hearing life from these amazing educators before they write their work, This is 15/16.
over 2 years ago, Tabitha Cooper
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Spanish students practiced listening comprehension of command forms in Spanish II and IV Honors while participating in Zumba, Yoga, and Stretching!
over 2 years ago, Erinn Setterlund-Ambrosch
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Thank you to State Senator Dr. Thomas Bennett for stopping to tour MTHS last week. Senator Bennett was blown away at all the opportunities students have at MTHS. We welcome all local, state, and national leaders to stop by MTHS and see all the remarkable things happening.
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
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The Jazz Orchestra had a swinging good time at the Mid-Illini Jazz Festival. Their energy was through the roof! #greatdaytobearedbird
over 2 years ago, Zachary Hilligoss
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Congratulations to MTHS artists Jaliyah Pickles, Madelyn Cooksey, and Haddie Ulrich who all were honored with Honorable Mention in ceramics by the regional Scholastic Art and Writing committee. We are so proud of their hard work and creative endeavors!
over 2 years ago, Tiffany Wyse Fisher
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Digital Imaging students are practicing rules of composition and learning how to use their cameras.
over 2 years ago, Lily Dale
Digital Imaging students practicing rules of composition.
Digital Imaging students practicing rules of composition.
Digital Imaging students practicing rules of composition.
After weeks of waiting, Black and White Photography students finally had a sunny day to do their cyanotypes outside on Tuesday! Welcome sun!
over 2 years ago, Tiffany Wyse Fisher
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Students in honors English II finished their unit on author's style and purpose by analyzing two amazing pieces of nonfiction, Laura Hillenbrand's book Unbroken and Mamie Till-Mobley's book Death of Innocents. Students immersed themselves in both pieces, analyzing each author's style, tone, and lens.
over 2 years ago, Tabitha Cooper
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The best students ever!
Bravo!
Working hard!
The MTHS Speech Team has been enjoying a busy event season. They compete at Regionals Saturday, February 4. Go Redbirds!
over 2 years ago, Tina Morris
Mid-Illini at Limestone
Medals in Humorous Duet Acting
Spoon River Valley Tournament
Addison Armistead - Medalist for Original Oratory
Today is the last day for Penny Wars for Inclusion Week. Who will win??? The battle ends today! MTHS students have been raising money all week to support inclusion!
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
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The MTHS Girls' Basketball team donated their time to Midwest Foodbank. Show your support for them this evening!
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
MTHS Girls Basketball
The MTHS preschool has openings for their ten-week laboratory preschool, which will run February 21, 2023 through May 5, 2023. The preschool laboratory is run through Metamora Township High School on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8:20-9:45 a.m. with a cost of $20.00. Every Tuesday will have an altered schedule running 8:20-9:35. The MTHS high school students teach the program under the supervision of Mrs. Galpin. Your Child Must: • Be 3-5 years old and not eligible for Kindergarten • Be potty-trained Activities Include: • Free Play • Music • Story • Lesson (math, writing, science, social studies) • Art • Game For More Information: Call the high school at (309) 367-4151 extension 131 Or Contact by email Lisa Galpin lgalpin@mths.us Visit our website: http://mthspreschool.weebly.com/ We’re also on Facebook: MTHS Preschool Laboratory
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
It was great to welcome the class of 2027 and their parents to MTHS tonight! 8th-grade students attended an activity fair and concluded the night learning about the registration process.
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
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Congratulations to the MTHS Chess Team on advancing to the State Tournament. The team is led by; James Fitzgibbons, Josh Tobben, Brandon Hughes , Jon Stalsberg, Evie Morris, Jacob Haley, and Austin Wagner. Good luck, Redbirds!
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
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It was a Redbird family affair today as all the students in the English hallway wished one of the best substitute teachers, Mr. Stan Deatherage, a happy 70th birthday with a rousing rendition of "Happy Birthday" during 6th hour! Mr. Deatherage, thank you for your dedication to our school and our students!
over 2 years ago, Tabitha Cooper
Happy Birthday!
What a guy!
We love Mr. Deathridge
Educators Rising club members had the opportunity to learn about what it's like being a special education teacher from one of the best: MTHS's own AMAZING Mrs. Jessica Karch!
over 2 years ago, Jennifer Murphy
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Thank you to Heartland Bank for their donation of $260 to MTHS. This represents donations earned from the Metamora Spirit Card orders through Heartland Bank's Spirit Debit Card Program. Thank you for the support of MTHS!
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
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The Class of 2027 visited MTHS to learn more about the school. Thank you to our student leaders who led a panel discussion and showcased their projects yesterday. It was amazing to see students' eyes light up when they learned of all of the unique opportunities at MTHS!
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
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Congratulations to the MTHS Boy's Basketball Team for winning the Roundball Classic this weekend. The team was led by Ethan Kizer and Tyler Mason, who were selected to the All-Tournament Team and by Tournament MVP Tyson Swanson! This weekend was a great school effort by all!
over 2 years ago, Charlie Zimmerman
Redbird Roundball Classic
Ethan Kizer, Tyler Mason, and Tyson Swanson All-Tournament Team
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A huge thank you to our fearless leader, Principal Charlie Zimmerman, for sharing his reflective piece, "This is 34" with Mr. and Mrs. Cooper's English II students! The students loved hearing what it is like to be 34 years old while they are writing their version, "This is 16."
over 2 years ago, Tabitha Cooper
Thank you, Mr. Z!