Mount Morris Central School District

🎭 Over the weekend, members of the cast and crew of The Wizard of Oz traveled to Rochester for the annual Stars of Tomorrow Gala—and they did not leave empty-handed! MMCSD’s production received recognition in the following categories: 🌟 Excellence in Production Crew 🌟 Excellence in Production Design 🌟 Excellence in Acting Ensemble 🌟 Excellence in Overall Production; We’re also thrilled to celebrate four individuals who earned recognition for Achievement in a Leading Role: 👏 Troy Johnson 👏 Robbie Lonsberry 👏 Eliza Lonsberry 👏 Julia Willey; Congratulations to the entire team on this outstanding accomplishment!

🎉 Congratulations to Keeley Oddo, Samuel Padro IV, and Joel Mitchell! 🎉 These MMCSD students were recognized as Students of the Month for April at the BOCES Career and Technical Education Center: 🐾 Keeley Oddo – 12th grade, second-year Animal Science student 🚔 Samuel Padro IV – 12th grade, second-year Criminal Justice student 🔧 Joel Mitchell – 11th grade, first-year Auto Body student Their dedication, hard work, and passion for their chosen fields have earned them this well-deserved recognition. Their names and photos will be proudly displayed in the Career and Technical Education Center alongside other outstanding students who have earned this recognition. Keep up the great work, Keeley, Samuel, and Joel! 💙💛

MMCSD Track and Field Shines at Wayne Invitational 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💥 The Mount Morris track and field teams had an outstanding showing on Friday night at the Wayne Central School Invitational, finishing with 21 new personal bests as they continue building momentum toward sectionals. 📈 Matthew Bacon (Senior) placed 4th in the pentathlon with a total score of 2,447, setting a new personal best in the 110 hurdles (19.01). He is currently ranked 1st in Class C4. 🥇 Yasi Malave (Junior) placed 4th in the 800 meter with a personal best of 2:03.85. He is currently 2nd in Class C4 and is closing in on a school record that was set 50 years ago. ⏱️🔥 Morgan Luick (Senior) took 5th in the pentathlon with a total score of 1,839, earning personal bests in the 800 meter (2:44.58), long jump (13-2.75), and total points—gaining over 200 points on her previous high score. She is now ranked 1st in Class C4. 💪🌟 Other standout performances included: • Abby Provo (Senior) – 7th in discus with a PR of 97-1 🥏 • Elissa Sturm (Freshman) – 7th in the 400 hurdles 👟 • Mason Junkermann (Freshman) – 9th in high jump with a PR of 5-4 🏅 The team competes again on Tuesday, May 13th against Perry and Keshequa at Perry Elementary School Athletic Complex. Let’s go Blue Devils! 💙💛

🎉 Blue Devils Modified Softball Takes the Win! 🥎💙 The Blue Devils Modified Softball Team pulled off an exciting 12 - 11 victory over Warsaw last night at Bellamy Park! 🙌 “Lillian Mallaber started the charge in the first inning with an infield hit that sent our first two runners across home plate. Alexis Straub continued the push, pitching seven straight innings and driving in two RBIs in the second with a shot to center field, and another in the fifth with a hit down the third base line. Sydney O’Grady earned her first RBI of the season in the third with a solid grounder to second,” said Coach Becker. 💪 👏 Congrats to the team on a hard-fought win! The girls are back on the field Wednesday, May 14th, as they travel to Wayland to take on the WayCo Eagles! 🚌🦅 Let’s go, Blue Devils! 🔥

Mount Morris Elementary would like to thank all the families who joined us for Muffins in the Morning! We loved starting the day with you and hope you enjoyed the time together as much as we did. A special thank you to Mr. Irwin and the Jazz Lab for their wonderful performance. It made the morning even more memorable! 📸 A short picture slideshow can be viewed here: https://www.facebook.com/MountMorrisCentralSchool/videos/1027842932744224

🏀 MMCSD Alumni Basketball Game – Register Now! Join us Friday, June 6th for the 2025 MMCSD Alumni Basketball Game! Due to high interest, we may have 2–3 games. Registration is $25 and benefits the MMCSD Boys Basketball Varsity Club. 🗓️ Deadline: May 23, 2025 📍 Shirts included & distributed at the game. 📩 Return the form and payment (made payable to MMCSD) to Brian Stout at MMCSD. 📧 Questions? Contact: bstout2@mtmorriscsd.org

👏 Double Win for Mount Morris Girls Track! 💙💪 The Mount Morris girls had a great night at Caledonia on Tuesday, earning victories over both Pavilion (77-61) and CalMum (75.5-62.5)! The team came together for a series of standout performances to take home the double win. 💥 🏃‍♀️ Highlights include: • Elissa Sturm – 2nd in 400 hurdles (1:20.6), 3rd in 100 hurdles (19.76) • Morgan Luick – 2nd in high jump (4-9), 3rd in 800m (2:49.71) • Abby Provo – 3rd in discus (83-10) • Peyton Tidd – 3rd in 200m (29.54) • Savannah Ebersole – 3rd in 3000m (16:14.93) • 4x100m Relay (Gabrielle Pagano, Jayla Mowday, Adiari Camacho, Peyton Tidd) – 2nd with a PR of 54.66 • 4x400m Relay (Elissa Sturm, Jayla Mowday, Adiari Camacho, Gabrielle Pagano) – 2nd with a PR of 4:52.9 🏃‍♂️ More strong performances from the boys team: • Matthew Bacon – 1st in high jump (5-5), 2nd in triple jump (36-7), 3rd in 110 hurdles (19.9) • Yasael Malave – 1st in 800m (2:13), 3rd in 400m (56.48) • Robbie Lonsberry – 3rd in high jump (5-3) • 4x400m Relay (Yariel Diaz, Donny Hustings, Logan Martin, Gavin Barnhardt) – 3rd (4:13.44) • 4x800m Relay (Manny Padro, Logan Martin, Donny Hustings, Robbie Lonsberry) – 3rd (10:59.34) The Blue Devils are back on the track this Friday, May 9th beginning at 5 PM at the Wayne Central High School Invitational. Let’s go, Mount Morris! 💙🔥

📅 DATE CHANGE for May Friday Fun Night! 🎉 Family Fun Night is now on Friday, May 9th from 6 to 8 PM! Bring the whole family for a night of swimming, open gym, pizza, snacks, games, and more! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All children must be accompanied by an adult 18+. We can’t wait to see you there!

🚨 Another Strong Showing from Our Mount Morris Track Team! 💙💛 Our Track Team had a great Friday night at the Ferd Stenta Invitational in Haverling! Despite the weather, our athletes delivered strong performances and earned several top finishes. 👏 On the boys side... 🥇 Yasael Malave (pictured) won the 800 meter with a season-best time of 2:06.02, now ranked 2nd in Class C4! 🥈 The 4x400 meter relay team — Malave, Matthew Bacon, Donald Husting, and Yariel Diaz — placed 2nd with a time of 3:50.04. 🎖️ Matthew Bacon placed 3rd in high jump (5-6) and 6th in long jump (17-10.5). On the girls side... 🥉 Abigail Provo placed 3rd in discus with a throw of 92-6, ranking her 4th in Class C4! 🌟 Peyton Tidd set a new personal best in long jump with a leap of 14-10, earning 6th place. 📅 The team is back in action Tuesday, May 6th at CalMum, competing against CalMum, Pavilion, and Letchworth. Let’s go Blue Devils! 💪

🎉 Congratulations to our Mount Morris Track & Field Teams! 💙💛 The Mount Morris boys picked up a hard-fought 74-62 win over York on Wednesday night! 💪 Top performances included: • Matthew Bacon – 1st in long jump (18-1), high jump (5-7), 200m (24.3), 110 hurdles (19.3) • Yasael Malave – 1st in pole vault (8-0), 800m (2:09.3); 2nd in 400m (57.6) • Yariel Diaz – 1st in 100m (11.9), 400m (57.6) • Robbie Lonsberry – 1st in 1600m (6:05.7); 2nd in high jump (5-5) • Kyle Petti – 2nd in long jump (16-3.5), triple jump (31-11) • Mason Junkermann – 2nd in 400 hurdles (1:13.6); 3rd in 110 hurdles (1:18.1) • Logan Martin – 3rd in 1600m (7:07.3), 400 hurdles (1:18.1) • Gavin Barnhardt – 3rd in triple jump (30-0) • Donny Hustings – 3rd in 800m (2:21) • Eli Davis – 3rd in 100m (12.4) • 4x400m Relay (Yariel Diaz, Yasael Malave, Gavin Barnhardt, Donny Hustings) – 1st (4:05) • 4x800m Relay (Robbie Lonsberry, Donny Hustings, Logan Martin, Manny Padro) – 1st (10:16.5) The Mount Morris girls showcased grit and determination with several standout performances on the track and in the field. 🌟 Highlights included: • Morgan Luick – 1st in high jump (4-7); 3rd in 800m (2:49.9) • Abby Provo – 1st in discus (87-0); 2nd in shot put (26-3) • Elissa Sturm – 2nd in 100 hurdles (19.7), 400 hurdles (1:17.4) • Peyton Tidd – 2nd in 100m (13.5), 200m (28.5) • Savannah Ebersole – 2nd in 3000m (17:08.7) • Holly Lin – 3rd in 100 hurdles (20.1) • Jayla Mowday – 3rd in 200m (28.8) • Rylee Lippens – 3rd in shot put (22-7) • Monica Lin – 3rd in discus (58-0) • Adiari Camacho – 3rd in 100m (13.7) • 4x100m Relay (Gabrielle Pagano, Jayla Mowday, Adiari Camacho, Peyton Tidd) – 1st (55.8) “We are very proud of all our athletes. The seniors showed up and led the way on their last home meet of their career. The boys left with a big win and showed a lot of heart. There were a total of 24 athletes setting new personal bests. The athletes are looking to carry this momentum into Friday when they compete in Bath for the Ferd Stenta Invitational,” said Coach James. 👏 📍The Ferd Stenta Invitational will take place at Haverling High School on Friday, May 1st at 5 PM.

🎉 Congratulations to our April High School Students of the Month! 🎉 We’re proud to recognize these outstanding students for their dedication, positive attitude, and contributions both in and out of the classroom. Keep up the great work—you’re setting a fantastic example for your peers! 👏 Way to go, Blue Devils! 👏

🎉 Congratulations to our Elementary Pride Award winners! 🎉 This month, students were recognized for showing Commitment, demonstrating responsibility, perseverance, and dedication in all they do. We’re proud of their hard work and focus! Next month’s word is Involved. We’re looking forward to celebrating students who actively participate, contribute to their classroom, and lift others up! 💙

📣 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! 🎉