Mount Morris Central School District

📣 Pop Tab Drive! The Social Justice Club and Environmental Club are teaming up to run a Pop Tab Drive to benefit the Ronald McDonald House! ♻️❤️ 🗓️ The drive runs now through Thursday, May 30th and it's a grade-level competition! 🥫 Any aluminum tab can be returned — not just soda tabs! 🏆 The elementary grade that collects the most will win a movie in the auditorium, and the high school grade that collects the most will win ice cream! Let’s work together to support a great cause! If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher.

📚 Visiting Author: David Biedrzycki 📚 We’re excited to welcome author and illustrator David Biedrzycki to MMCSD on Tuesday, May 20th for a special visit with students in PreK through 6th grade! Families interested in purchasing books for him to sign will receive an order form soon. All book orders are due by Tuesday, May 6th. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher. Learn more about David Biedrzycki and his books here: www.davidbiedrzycki.com

📚 The Book Fair is coming to MMCSD next week — and it's Buy One, Get One Free! 🗓️ May 5th through May 16th Elementary students can shop during their regular library time or during special “Open Library” hours. The fair will also be open during our Muffins in the Morning event! This year, there’s a new way to give back — check out the Share the Fair option on our Book Fair Website: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/mountmorriselemschool if you’d like to donate and help more students get books into their hands. 📖💙

📣 It’s almost time for Teacher Appreciation Spirit Week at MMCSD! 🎉 Join us May 5th through May 9th as we celebrate our amazing teachers with a week full of fun spirit days: 📅 Monday: Vacation Day – Wear your favorite vacation outfit! 📅 Tuesday: Opposite Day – Students dress like teachers & teachers dress like students! 📅 Wednesday: Pajama/Blanket Day – Cozy up in PJs and bring a blanket! 📅 Thursday: Sweatpants & Sweatshirt Day – Wear your comfiest sweats! 📅 Friday: School PRIDE Day – Show appreciation in MM gear or blue & white! Let’s show our teachers how much they mean to us! 💙📚

Mount Morris Track Shines at Attica Invitational 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ The Mount Morris boys and girls track teams had an impressive showing at the Attica Invitational on Friday night. ⭐ Eighteen athletes achieved new lifetime personal records (PRs), contributing to a total of 23 PRs across the team. 💪 The hard work and dedication put in at practice is clearly paying off in competition! Highlights from the night include: • Matthew Bacon placed 2nd 🥈 in the pentathlon with a personal best of 2,455 points, moving him into second place in the school record books. 📚 • Yasael Malave placed 4th in the 800 meter 🏅 with a time of 2:08.47. The Blue Devils 💙 will return to action on Tuesday (4/29) for Senior Night, hosting York at home beginning at 4:30 PM. 📣

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Track Season is Off and Running! The Blue Devils opened their season on Wednesday with some outstanding performances from both returning athletes and first-time competitors. Our team set the tone for a strong season with multiple personal bests and top finishes! Girls Highlights: • Holly Lin – 2nd in 100 hurdles (19.44 PR), 2nd in triple jump (28' 7.5" PR) • Abby Provo – 2nd in shot put (26-11), 2nd in discus (76-3) • Elissa Sturm – 2nd in 400 hurdles (1:16.54), 3rd in 100 hurdles (19.74) • Adiari Camacho – 2nd in 200m (29.84) • Peyton Tidd – 3rd in 100m (13.84) • Morgan Luick – 3rd in high jump (4-7 PR) • Girls 4x100 – 1st place (56.34) • Girls 4x400 – 3rd place (5:06.9) Boys Highlights: • Yasael Malave – 2nd in 800m (2:09.94), 3rd in 1600m (5:19.04) • Matt Bacon – 1st in high jump (5-9 PR) • Robbie Lonsberry – 2nd in high jump (5-7 PR) • Boys 4x100 – 2nd place (48.24) • Boys 4x800 – 2nd place (10:15.54) 👏 Congrats to all our athletes on a great start! 💙 Good luck today at the Attica Invitational – meet begins at 4:45 PM. Let’s go, Blue Devils!

Mount Morris Students Recognized with 2025 Livingston County Teen Recognition Award We are proud to announce that several of our students have been selected as recipients of the 2025 Livingston County Teen Recognition Award! This prestigious honor, coordinated by the Livingston County Youth Bureau, celebrates young individuals who have made a meaningful impact on their communities through service, volunteerism, and acts of kindness. This year’s honorees are: • Savannah Ebersole • Rylee Lippens • Eliza Lonsberry • Morgan Luick • Marissa Maggio • Adriana Mann • Jayla Mowday; These outstanding students have demonstrated an admirable commitment to bettering their community, and we commend them for their dedication and leadership. Award summaries and photos of the recipients will be available on the Livingston County website at the following link: https://www.livingstoncountyny.gov/370/Teen-Recognition Congratulations to all our honorees! Your hard work and service continue to inspire us all.

Congratulations to our third quarter Honor Roll and High Honor Roll students! 🎉

🎉 Our annual Maker Fair was a huge success! Students in grades PK–6 had an absolute blast exploring, creating, and innovating during this hands-on event. This exciting experience was made possible through our continued partnership with BOCES, and it’s one of our favorite days of the year. Throughout the day, students rotated through a variety of hands-on learning stations designed to spark creativity and curiosity. Some of the amazing activities included: 🟡 Kaibots – Students got hands-on with basic coding as they programmed small robots to navigate mazes and complete tasks. 🟠 Cubetto – Even our youngest learners dove into the world of coding using this screen-free, story-based robot. 🔵 Bloxels Character Animation – Students brought pixel art to life by designing and animating their own video game characters. 🌸 Tissue Paper Flowers – A colorful and creative station where students expressed their artistic side while building fine motor skills. 🖨️ Sublimation – Budding designers explored digital design and printing techniques to create custom keepsakes. 🧵 Bracelet Looms – Students worked on patterns, patience, and personal expression while weaving their very own bracelets. This event not only encouraged hands-on learning and collaboration but also introduced students to STEM, art, and design in a way that’s fun and engaging. We are so grateful to BOCES for helping us bring this experience to life year after year!

🎳 Athlete of the Week: Derek Coniglio 🎳 Coach Connolly nominated 6th grade student Derek Coniglio for Athlete of the Week! Derek earned the highest score of all 5th and 6th grade students during their PE bowling unit at Mount Morris Lanes over the past two weeks. He not only bowled the top game but consistently shows Mount Morris Pride—always giving 100%, staying positive, and being a great sport. Way to go, Derek! 💙

Thank you, Mr. Bean! 🎶🐰🎤 Our 1st graders had a blast learning the song Rockin' Rabbit yesterday! A big thank you to Mr. Bean for hopping in to share his musical talents with us! 🎵💙📸

🎉 Congratulations to senior Abby Provo for being selected as The Daily News and Livingston County News Teen of the Week! 🌟 This honor is part of an annual scholarship program that recognizes outstanding local teens for their achievements and character. 🙌 🎥 Check out Abby's featured video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mix37qWcWzs

📣 Reminder! Yearbook orders are due tomorrow, April 8th! 💻 Order at buytheyearbook.com 🔑 Code: 722471 💵 $25 For cash sales, contact aatwell@mtmorriscsd.org. Class of 2025 will receive a yearbook from MMCS—no purchase needed!

Next stop, World Finals in Lansing, Michigan!

🎉 March High School Students of the Month 🎉 Congratulations to our March Students of the Month! This month, we celebrated Cooperation, recognizing students who excel in teamwork, leadership, and supporting those around them. Their positive attitude and dedication make Mount Morris proud! 💙👏 Keep up the great work, Blue Devils! 💪🔵

🎉 Congratulations to Alex Gell and Chantel Lopez on their induction into the National Technical Honor Society! Alex, a senior in the Computer Information Systems CTE program, and Chantel, an 11th grader in the Cosmetology CTE program, were recognized for their academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to their fields. This prestigious honor highlights their hard work and commitment to success. Way to go, Alex and Chantel! 👏💙

🎉 Congratulations to Tatyana Rodriguez! 🎉 Tatyana, an 11th-grade student at MMCSD and a first-year Cosmetology student at the BOCES Career and Technical Education Center, has been recognized as Student of the Month for March! 👏 Tatyana’s dedication, hard work, and passion for her craft have earned her this well-deserved recognition. Her name and photo will be proudly displayed in the Career and Technical Education Center alongside other outstanding students. Keep up the great work, Tatyana! 💙💛

🏆 Student-Athletes Attend Section V Leadership Training 🏆 Today, Tyler Gilbride, Lillian Mallaber, and Madelyn O'Dell attended the Section V Modified Student Leadership Training at Rotary Sunshine Camp! 🌟 The event featured three stations led by the Section V Student Athlete Advisory Committee, focusing on: ✅ Creating a Culture of Belonging ✅ How to Be a Good Teammate ✅ Sportsmanship Coach James, who attended with them, shared: "The students participated in various team-building and leadership activities. They discussed sportsmanship, what it means to be a leader, and how to support their teams through challenges. They did an excellent job engaging with student-athletes from across the region!" Way to represent MMCSD! 💙💛

🏅 March Elementary Pride Award Winners 🏅 Congratulations to our March Elementary Pride Award winners! 🎉 This month, we celebrated Cooperation, recognizing students who consistently demonstrate teamwork, support for others, and a willingness to work together toward success. 💙👏 Thank you for showing what it means to be a great teammate and friend! 🌟 April’s Pride Word: Commitment 🌟 Next month, we’re looking for students who show dedication, responsibility, and perseverance. Keep up the great work, Blue Devils! 💪🔵

Welcome Back, MMCSD Juniors and Seniors! Our students returned yesterday from their Junior/Senior trip to Orlando, Florida! ☀️🎢 They enjoyed beautiful weather and had an unforgettable experience, including a VIP special effects tour. Students got a behind-the-scenes look at how rides are designed, where filming happens, and the history of the park. What an amazing trip!