Graduation update: We have been looking through various forecasts and the chance for showers looks to be in the 60-75% range during tomorrow morning's scheduled time. While we do not want to postpone prematurely, we do want to provide everyone a chance to adjust their plans. Additionally, the audio/visual and photography equipment set-up and tear down is not a quick process and cannot get wet. For these reasons, we are postponing tomorrow's 9:30 am ceremony until the first rain out time of 6:30 pm, Saturday. We realize the forecast is not looking good for that time either but if we move it directly to Sunday, it only leaves us with the one shot to hold the ceremony. The decision on the Saturday evening event will be determined by 1:00, tomorrow afternoon.
The live stream of the graduation will be on the NFHS Network. Here is the link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/wabash-valley-college/evt65b40a67cc Unlike sporting events, watching the graduation does not require a subscription or a NFHS Network account.
A MESSAGE FROM MCJHS/MCHS GUIDANCE DEPT.
MCHS Graduation Picture Pre-Registration: Please complete this quick form with updated contact information. Candid and formal portraits taken during graduation will be sent directly to these provided cell phone numbers. Once received, please follow provided link to view and order your images online.
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSe91_GYjBao1gdJ1S…/viewform
MCHS Marching Aces Band registration is open! Here is the link to register your band member: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8VzmhWsBqrnPByKbIehhv_UhTJ-PWDuDOl0YPuOXZuB4jkg/viewform
Let's Go Marching Aces!
Graduation practice for the Class of 2020 will be held Thursday July 30, at 7:00 pm, on the high school track. This practice is mandatory for those students wishing to participate in the ceremony.
For the ceremony:
(1) Pictures will be taken by Amanda Macer, of Aly Mae Images. There will be on of the graduate walking across the stage as well as a posed shot on the track.
(2) There will be a live stream set up but we are still working on the format and will share the link as soon as it is set up.
(3) Unfortunately, like football games, we do not have a good set up for those with limited mobility. Due to the potential demand and lack of availability, we cannot reserve handicap seating.
(4) As mentioned in the prior release, we really need to limit guests so that we can offer a safe ceremony for our graduates and parents. Our goal from last Spring has been to offer an in-person ceremony. Families bringing too many guests may be the one thing that could still prevent the ceremony from proceeding.
Soft Reopening Plan: https://5il.co/ij90
WABASH CUSD #348 ONLINE REGISTRATION
OPENS ON JULY 23, 2020
The school offices will be open Monday, July 27th at 8:00 a.m.
We understand that not everyone has access to the internet and a computer. We will be opening the schools for online registration computer access at the following locations and times:
Mt. Carmel Elementary School:
Tuesday, July 28th: 8:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Mt. Carmel Junior/Senior High School:
Wednesday, July 29th: 8:30 – 1:45 p.m.
Mt. Carmel Grade School:
Thursday, July 30th: 8:30 – 1:45 p.m.
You must call ahead to schedule your appointment. Because of COVID-19, there are specific guidelines that you must follow:
1) Temperature check will be administered
2) Mask must be worn
3) Prefer no children accompany the parent, but if they do, then please make sure that they stay with you.
Please note you may register your children at any of the locations, they do not have to attend that school building. If you have questions, please call the school office when it opens on July 27th.
MCES: 618-263-3876
MCJHS/MCHS: 618-262-5104
MCGS: 618-262-5699
We are pleased to announce the Class of 2020 Graduation Ceremony is still on -- with a change of venue and time. After multiple Graduation Planning Committee meetings (consisting of admin, parents, teachers, 2020 graduates, an Alumni Assoc. member, and a community leader) we are going to hold the ceremony at Riverview Stadium, at 9:30 am, Saturday, August 1. This will allow for the intended goal of holding an in-person event while still being able to adhere to IDPH recommendations. The students will be socially distanced, in chairs, on the home sideline while guests are welcome to sit on the stadium. We ask that your family group distance from other family groups and wear a mask where this is not possible. Our estimates indicate that if each graduate's family limits its attendance to 4-6 people, we can successfully distance multiple groups of fifty on the stadium. We ask that spectators park upstairs while the graduates park downstairs, inside the gate. Additionally, spectators will not be allowed on or inside the the track and there will not be seating set up downstairs. We have set rainout times of 6:30 pm that same night and 6:30 pm the following day if it is raining all day Saturday. The graduates will receive additional details through their school email accounts. If you have specific questions, please direct them to Principal Newkirk, at jnewkirk@wabash348.com.
Congratulations to the 2020 MCHS recipients of the American Legion award for displaying the qualities of courage, honor, leadership, patriotism, scholarship, and service. Legion representative, Tom Ford, presented Madi McIntire and Trevor Peterson with their certificates and medals.
We regret to inform that the 2020 MCHS Prom and associated events are cancelled. We looked at every avenue, within the Phase 4 Guidelines, but could not come up with a viable solution for a school-sponsored dance that typically hosts around 300 students. Keep in mind that if another group sets up an alternate or replacement event, it would not be sponsored by Mt. Carmel High School or Wabash CUSD #348.
DISTRICT UPDATE: Due to the state guidelines for returning to in-person instruction, wearing a face mask or a face shield will be mandatory to attend school in Phase 4. The district has ordered enough cloth face masks to distribute one per student. However, it is recommended that students have extra face masks for the upcoming school year. Personal face masks worn by a student will need to comply with school dress codes.
The district is currently preparing accommodations that will make in-person instruction possible for this upcoming school year. This school year will certainly be different than any previous school year. As this summer continues, we will continue to communicate new developments and procedures.
A MESSAGE FROM WCUSD #348 SUPERINTENDENT, DR. BLEYER:
MCHS / MCJHS Updates
Awards Videos – A link to the videos for the Class of 2020 Awards Recognition and the Jr. High awards will be posted tomorrow evening, June 5, 2020, on the District #348 website (www.wabash348.com) as well as the WCUSD #348 Facebook page.
Drivers Education: Summer School & Behind the Wheel Training -- Great News! It was announced today that behind the wheel driving could resume given we meet certain criteria, including wearing a mask. Our driver’s education instructors are going to start driving tomorrow, starting with the oldest student working our way to getting caught up. You will be contacted by the instructor to set up times when your son or daughter is next on the list.
We can hold remote summer school driver’s education. We will just have to bring students in groups less than ten to take the permit test. The instructor will start contacting those on the list for summer driver’s education.
Summer School – We will not be offering credit recovery or in-person classes for junior high or high school students this summer. There are too many regulations and logistical issues to work through to provide meaningful instruction.
Grade Cards – Grade sheets were mailed out this week. If you think there is a mistake on a grade, please email Mr. Newkirk, at jnewkirk@wabash348.com, with the specific issue(s).
Textbooks – If you have a textbook or Chromebook that has not been turned in, please bring it to the school next week as we are starting to put those on the indebted list.
Yearbook – Yearbooks are still being edited with as much material as we could gather, given the circumstances. They are scheduled to be available for distribution in August.
The awards recognition videos for both Jr. High and High School Seniors are currently in the editing process. We will post the link to the video on Friday, June 5th. This link will be posted on the District's website (www.wabash348.com) as well as the District 348 Facebook page. That link will take viewers to YouTube where the video can be watched. We appreciate your patience through these unprecedented times are are excited for our students to be recognized for the many accomplishments and honors they deserve.
Prom message follow up: While we are planning on hosting Prom on August 4th, keep in mind there are no guarantees that it will come to fruition. We want to caution you on spending time and money on items for the Prom based on a date that we are hoping for but cannot guarantee at this time.
The 2020 Mt. Carmel High School Prom will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, from 8:00-11:00 pm. The dance will be at the Anderson Building, on the Wabash County 4H Fairgrounds. This date and location offered the best opportunity to hold as close to a traditional Prom as possible. Details such as ticket sales, walkthrough, and after prom will be released at a later date
MCHS/MCJHS End of Year Information
MCHS FFA PLANT SALE IS ON!!! Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd 10 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Please come and support our FFA. Must follow state social distancing rules and wear a mask. Located at the Greenhouse behind the Mt. Carmel High School.
