Mount Morris Central School District

🎓 Yesterday, we celebrated our Kindergarten Graduation! Congratulations to our youngest Blue Devils on a wonderful year full of learning, laughter, and growth. 🎉 Families were treated to a special celebration that included some fun end-of-year performances, including a crowd favorite, “Math Rocks!” 💙💛 📽️ Watch the video here: http://bit.ly/4l6ldpw

Elementary Field Day was a blast! Check out the slideshow to see our students in action, having fun and making memories together: https://www.facebook.com/MountMorrisCentralSchool/videos/1441036707098724 💙💛

We would like to congratulate our sixth graders for all they’ve accomplished this year! 🎉 Their Moving Up Day Ceremony took place yesterday. We hope you enjoy this special video slideshow celebrating their time in sixth grade: https://www.facebook.com/MountMorrisCentralSchool/videos/1421298352339489

Summer Track Success for Yasael Malave Perez! This summer, Yasael Malave Perez has been training with Speed University, a competitive track club based in Rochester. As part of the program, Yasi competed at the regional Junior Olympic qualifier held at Roberts Wesleyan and had an incredible showing! He took first place in the 800m and was also a member of the first place 4x400m relay team in the boys 17-18 age group. These victories earned him a spot at the Region 2 Championships in Slippery Rock, PA, taking place July 10-13. Congratulations, Yasi! MMCSD is proud to cheer you on! 💙🏃‍♂️💨

🍕 Training the next generation of Leaning Tower of Mount Morris pizza delivery pros! Our elementary students showed off their balance, speed, and serious pizza pride during the pizza box relay race at Field Day. Who knew delivering pizza could be this intense and fun?

Today, MMCSD proudly recognized Senior, Matthew Bacon, for an incredible achievement during the 2024-2025 school year. Matthew was honored with a plaque that reads Six Sport Superstar to celebrate his outstanding dedication to Mount Morris Athletics. Last year, Matthew competed in five sports. This year, he raised the bar by adding a sixth. Throughout the 2024-2025 school year, he represented the Blue Devils on the Soccer, Cross-Country, Basketball, Indoor Track, Golf, and Track and Field teams. Balancing six sports alone is a rare and impressive accomplishment. In addition to athletics, Matthew also completed a Syracuse University class, worked at McDonald’s, and participated in Air Force Development Training. “Matthew’s commitment and work ethic are truly remarkable,” said MMCSD Athletic Director, Wayne Swede. “He is a great example of what it means to be a Blue Devil. He is dedicated, hardworking, and always pushing himself to be better.”

Each year, Mount Morris High School students bring positive messages to life through large, motivational art pieces displayed throughout the school. As part of an independent study in Mrs. Zawacki’s art class, students develop design concepts and select quotes that hold personal meaning, making their work both inspiring and meaningful. “Each group spent time thoughtfully choosing a quote that would inspire their classmates. Many selected messages they felt connected to, which truly elevates the impact of their work,” shared Mrs. Zawacki. The finished pieces measure an impressive 8 feet by 2 feet and hang above student lockers for all to see. “The inspirational art pieces are a great tradition here at Mount Morris Central School,” said Mr. Hamilton. “Mrs. Zawacki works closely with students to create themes that motivate our entire school community. Once again, our students did a fantastic job creating beautiful and meaningful artwork.” These art pieces continue to serve as daily reminders of positivity, resilience, and school pride for all who walk the halls.

Today was a special day for two of our outstanding seniors! Our Valedictorian, Alexis Roberts, and Salutatorian, Eliza Lonsberry, fastened their names to the plaques proudly displayed at the MMCSD visitor entrance. This tradition honors their hard work, dedication, and academic excellence. Congratulations to Alexis and Eliza on earning these remarkable distinctions as Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the Class of 2025!

We would like to thank everyone who was able to attend our Donuts with Grown Ups event! We hope you enjoy the photo slideshow and wish you a wonderful weekend! Click the link to watch the slideshow: https://www.facebook.com/MountMorrisCentralSchool/videos/1381045443179000

Two MMCSD Students Honored at Livingston County Sheriff’s Awards Ceremony On Wednesday, the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department held its annual awards ceremony to recognize outstanding students across the county. Each year, School Resource Deputies select students who exemplify exceptional character, leadership, and service to receive either the “Do the Right Thing” Award or the “Student of the Year” Award. This year, Deputy Mattingly nominated Matthew Bacon and Eliza Lonsberry. Matthew Bacon was recognized with the “Do the Right Thing” Award. A six-sport athlete and High Honor Roll student, Matthew has shown incredible leadership both on and off the field. From organizing team dinners to providing rides for teammates, he is known for going above and beyond to support others. Matthew is enrolled in the Syracuse University Project Advance program, works part-time, and has already committed to serving our country in the United States Air Force through their delayed entry program. He also trains monthly with special forces personnel in preparation for a specialized role in Explosive Ordnance Disposal. “Matt embodies what it means to lead with integrity,” shared Deputy Mattingly. “Whether it's stepping up for his teammates, excelling in academics, or preparing to serve his country, he consistently chooses to do the right thing—not for recognition, but because it’s who he is.” Eliza Lonsberry was named “Student of the Year.” Her resume is filled with leadership roles including Class President, Drama Club President, Key Club Lieutenant Governor, Student Council Treasurer, and a representative on the Governor’s Youth Council. She is also the creative mind behind the cover of this year’s Mount Morris yearbook and a winner of the Daughters of the American Revolution Essay Contest. Eliza has participated in programs such as Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership and Girls State. This fall, she will attend Yale University to double major in Archaeology and Biochemistry. “Eliza is a true example of excellence,” said Deputy Mattingly. “She brings passion, creativity, and a deep sense of responsibility to every role she takes on. Her impact reaches far beyond the classroom.” We would like to congratulate both Matthew and Eliza on these prestigious recognitions. Their accomplishments reflect the very best of our school community and serve as an inspiration to all.

🏅 Athletes of the Week 🏅 Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week, Morgan Luick and Matthew Bacon! Coach James shared the following about their impressive performances: 🔥 Morgan Luick delivered a dominant performance at Sectionals in Pentathlon, winning three of the five events: high jump, long jump, and the 800m. She also placed second in the 100 hurdles and fourth in shot put, finishing with an incredible 271-point lead over the next competitor. Morgan’s hard work and dedication showed in this outstanding finale to her high school athletic career. Way to go, Morgan! 🔥 Matthew Bacon capped off a stellar season by claiming his first individual sectional title in Pentathlon! Matt took first in high jump and the 1500m, and second in both hurdles and long jump, finishing 107 points ahead of the competition. He has led the boys team in scoring all season and continues to impress. Great job, Matt!

🎉 Athlete of the Week: Lillian Mallaber! 🎉 Congratulations to Lillian Mallaber, our Athlete of the Week! 🥎 Coach Becker, who nominated Lillian, shared: “Lillian helps guide the softball team with a constant stream of positive encouragement and direction. During a tough game against Warsaw, she rallied the team when she stepped up to pitch in the 4th inning, holding the Eagles scoreless for the first time all night. She continued to lead the Devil’s defense with two double plays, including the game-ender: jumping off the rubber to catch a pop-fly and firing to second for the final out.” Way to lead by example, Lillian! 💙👏

🌼 MMCSD Senior Adiari Camacho continues to make us proud! 🌼 A few months ago, Adiari joined the Young Ambassadors Program at Noyes Hospital as part of the GCC Health Career Academy. This new initiative encourages youth to give back through volunteerism while exploring careers in healthcare. Today, Adiari and her fellow ambassadors delivered flowers and handwritten cards to every patient in every unit at Noyes Hospital, spreading kindness and compassion throughout the entire building. See more from Noyes Hospital here: https://bit.ly/4mUaLTo

🎉 Congratulations to our Elementary PRIDE Award Winners! 🎉 Each month, MMCSD recognizes students who demonstrate outstanding character. For May, the word of the month was involved. These students stood out for actively participating, showing leadership, and making a positive impact in their classrooms and school community. 👏 We are proud of their efforts and the example they set for others. Looking ahead, the PRIDE word for June is perseverance. We can’t wait to celebrate students who continue to work hard and push through challenges! 💙🖤

🎉 Congratulations to our May High School Students of the Month! 🎉 This month, we’re celebrating students who exemplify what it means to be involved. Whether through academics, clubs, athletics, or community service, these students go above and beyond to participate and make a difference at MMCSD. We’re proud to recognize their dedication and enthusiasm! Keep up the great work, Blue Devils! 💙🖤

This past weekend, eight talented Mount Morris students traveled to Gates-Chili to participate in the NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) Solo Festival, a prestigious music event where students perform solo pieces, scales, and sight-reading selections for certified adjudicators. Each student stepped outside their comfort zone to perform for judges from across New York State and receive valuable feedback. Congratulations to the following students for their hard work and dedication: 🎵 Eliana Oddo 🎵 Victoria Ramirez 🎵 Chloe White 🎵 Sydney O'Grady 🎵 Jordan Willey 🎵 Shayla White 🎵 Lillian Mallaber 🎵 Rylee Lippens. A special shout-out to 8th grader Lillian Mallaber, who earned a near-perfect score! We are incredibly proud of these singers for representing MMCSD with excellence and courage!

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ MMCSD Track & Field Shines at Section V C4 Championship 🏅 The Mount Morris Track & Field teams capped off their season with strong performances at the Section V C4 Championship, with both the boys and girls teams placing 6th overall, the boys scoring 38 points and the girls scoring 37. Boys Team Highlights (38 points) 🥇 Matthew Bacon – Section V C4 Pentathlon Champion with 2,397 points • 110 Hurdles: 19.3 • High Jump: 5-1.75 • Shot Put: 25-7.5 • Long Jump: 18-4.25 • 1500m: 4:37.1 🥈 Yasael Malave – 2nd in 800m (2:05.43) 🥉 Mason Junkermann – 3rd in High Jump (5-6 PR), 5th in 110 Hurdles (19.93) 🏅 Robbie Lonsberry – 4th in High Jump (5-6) 🏅 Yariel Diaz, Donald Hustings, Eli Davis, Gavin Barnhardt – 4th in 4x100m Relay (48.9) 🏅 Yasael Malave, Yariel Diaz, Gavin Barnhardt, Donald Hustings – 4th in 4x400m Relay (3:52.89) Girls Team Highlights (37 points) 🥇 Morgan Luick – Section V C4 Pentathlon Champion with 1,912 points (PR) • 100 Hurdles: 19.63 PR • High Jump: 4-4 • Shot Put: 21-8.25 • Long Jump: 13-7.5 PR • 800m: 2:46.92 🥈 Abby Provo – 2nd in Discus (94-11), 5th in Shot Put (28-8) 🏅 Holly Lin – 4th in Pentathlon (1509 PR) 🏅 Peyton Tidd – 4th in 100m (13.78) 🏅 Adiari Camacho – 5th in 100m (13.97) 🏅 Elissa Sturm – 6th in 400 Hurdles (1:18.12) 🥉 Elissa Sturm, Jayla Mowday, Adiari Camacho, Peyton Tidd – 3rd in 4x100m Relay (55.09) “We are extremely proud of how the kids performed! Even with unfavorable weather conditions we had many Personal records. They all gave it everything they had after working hard all season. As coaches we couldn't ask for anything more from our athletes. Congratulations to our seniors Morgan Luick and Matthew Bacon on securing their first track championship win,” said Coach James. 👏 Congratulations to all of our Blue Devil athletes on an incredible showing at the Section V C4 Championship and for representing MMCSD with pride and determination!

Mount Morris Odyssey of the Mind Team Shines on World Stage The Mount Morris Central School District is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our Odyssey of the Mind team, who recently returned from the 2025 World Finals at Michigan State University in East Lansing. Competing in Problem 1, Division 2, also known as “the car problem,” MMCSD’s team placed 20th out of 50 teams from around the globe, finishing ahead of teams from California, Texas, and even Hong Kong. Team members David Kelley, Scott Lonsberry, Trinity Tidd, Lilly Locke, Madelyn O'Dell, Sam Lonsberry, and Henry Tellier dedicated seven months to designing a solution that combined creativity, engineering, and performance. Their Viking-themed presentation followed a team of Vikings racing to Valhalla, believing they were headed to Viking heaven, only to discover they had been tricked by the mischievous Norse god Loki into a trip to Valhalla, New York instead. The clever storyline and innovative vehicle design impressed judges at every level of competition, earning the team first place at Regionals, second at the State Finals, and a strong showing on the world stage. “Odyssey of the Mind is one space where kids are challenged to be creative and problem solve on their own with minimal adult intervention,” said Coach Amanda Lonsberry. “We were able to represent Mount Morris on a world stage with a fun and unique solution, and we learned a ton along the way. These kids worked so hard. I am so proud of the hundreds of hours my team poured into what I thought was a fantastic and creative solution to this year's problem.” In addition to the competition, students participated in the beloved World Finals tradition of pin trading, connecting with students from across the country and around the world. Congratulations to Coach Lonsberry and the entire team for representing Mount Morris with innovation, perseverance, and pride. We can’t wait to see what they create next year! 🔗 See more highlights here: https://bit.ly/4kbE4Pn

Athlete of the Week: Rowan Clester Congratulations to Rowan Clester, our MMCSD Athlete of the Week! Coach Stout shared: “Rowan has been working all year, determined to make sectionals, and he did just that. He placed 7th in LCAA Counties and followed that up with an incredible 3rd place finish at Sectionals. Nobody works on their game more than Rowan. Whether it's on the course, in the gym, or at home with his new indoor driving net in the basement, he puts in the work. I’m very proud of the growth he has shown with his golf game!” 👏⛳ Way to go, Rowan!

📣 Pop Tab Drive Reminder! The Social Justice Club and Environmental Club are still collecting pop tabs to benefit the Ronald McDonald House! ♻️❤️ 🗓️ The drive runs through Thursday, May 30th and 🥫 Remember: any aluminum tab counts, not just soda tabs! 🏆 It's a grade-level competition! The elementary grade level with the most tabs wins a movie in the auditorium, and the high school grade level with the most wins ice cream! Let’s keep the momentum going and support a great cause! If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher.