Mt. Carmel High School

Starting tomorrow, Thursday, April 2, 2020 District #348 will distribute Grab and Go lunches at three additional locations: Bellmont-Bellmont Park 11:15 am-12:00 pm Keensburg-By the Christian Church 12:15 pm-1:00 pm Lambert Drive-Old Save-a-Lot parking lot 11:00 pm-12:00 pm

Continued Suspension of On-Site Learning

Spring Break Decision Statement

March 30, 2020 Remote Learning Days District Statement

Follow up message Mr. Newkirk sent to all seniors last week: Please check the "MCHS Scholarships" Facebook page for the most current information and listings on scholarships. If a transcript(s) is/are needed, please email jnewkirk@wabash348.com and it/they can be picked up on Thursdays, from 9:00-2:00. Additionally, scholarship applications should be turned in to the main office the Thursday before they are due.

This past week, our educators have put together Learning Resource Opportunities for our students/parents. These rich resources are designed to keep your child academically engaged throughout this mandated shut-down. Websites, Activities, Google Classroom information and Social Support are available through the School Website. This information is updated hourly. Any information that is found helpful will be added. Visit https://www.wabash348.com/ and click the REMOTE LEARNING OPPORTUNITY/COVID-19 INFORMATION button and it will take you to the Informational Page with links that include school learning resources. From the APP, it can be accessed through the Wabash Community Unit School District #348 and choose the COVID-19 INFO from the Menu. Please understand that this is a new, ongoing learning process for everyone. The administration is working on all the details as the information becomes available from the Illinois School Board of Education. Thank you for your patience.

A note from the Superintendent: Today, March 20, 2020, Governor Pritzker ordered a shelter-in-place for Illinois. All Illinois schools, including Wabash CUSD #348, will be closed until April 8th. The state will re-evaluate the situation at that time. During that time, Wabash CUSD #348 will be on spring break. Therefore, the schools are tentatively scheduled to reopen on April 13th. Additionally, we will remain committed to continuing our remote learning opportunities for our students. As the Illinois State Board of Education delivers more guidance, we will be able to better address our situation moving forward. Thank you for all your support in this difficult matter as we continue to work through uncharted waters. Stay safe and Go Aces!

Copy/Paste this link to a Parent's Guide to Google Classroom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Iowi-gmbys

ATTENTION SENIORS: MCHS Guidance Department has worked diligently this morning getting Scholarship information on the school website.

Wabash CUSD #348 Press Release At 3:30 pm today, Governor Pritzker announced a directive that all public and private schools in the state of Illinois will be closed March 17th-30th. These closures are directly related to the concern over the COVID-19 virus. District #348 will follow this directive and remain closed until the 30th. The governor did stress he may continue closures. During this time, all District curricular and extracurricular activities will be cancelled. As more information and details emerge, it will be disseminated on the website www.Wabash348.com, District app and District Facebook page.

Effective March 13, 2020, all K-12 school districts in Wabash County are closing indefinitely due to concerns pertaining to COVID-19. Additionally, all extracurricular activities will be suspended. The closings come with a recommendation from the Wabash County Health Department and are designed to protect the community. To my knowledge, there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county, but this precautionary move is designed to inhibit the spread of this virus. As of this time, there is no timetable to reopen the schools. However, it is the intention of the Districts to reopen as soon as possible. I will continue to communicate with the public via our website, app, and all calls. Chuck Bleyer, Ed.D. Superintendent

Two MCHS ACES (Academic Challenge for Engineering and Science) ACES members qualified for Sectional Competition at Eastern Illinois University, held on March 12. Gehrig Jones qualified in Biology & Mathematics. Max Zimmerman qualified in Engineering Graphics & English. Congratulations Gehrig and Max!! (photo courtesy of sponsor, David Foshee)

Due to the high number of cases this year of influenza A & B, strep throat, and potentially COVID-19, during the second semester the District will suspend all attendance requirements pertaining to semester finals and perfect attendance awards. This change in policy is in accordance with the recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control, the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Public Health. The District does not want to promote or encourage students attending school while not feeling completely healthy. As for returning to school from illness, it is District policy that the student must be fever free for twenty-four hours without the use of fever reducing medication prior to returning. If you have any questions, please call your child’s school office.

Congratulations to Mr. Smith and Mrs. Geiling who both welcomed their newborn daughters Camille and Kinzley this weekend!! Both were born on March 6th at Deaconess Women's Hospital.

Cade Keepes, Senior at Mount Carmel High School, will sign a National Letter of Intent to wrestle for Missouri Baptist University. His signing will take place on Tuesday, March 10 at 4:45 pm in the Main Lobby at Mount Carmel High School. The community is invited to attend the signing.

Seniors: The Mt. Carmel Masonic Lodge #239 is sponsoring a scholarship for a Mt. Carmel senior Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Criteria: 1. Applicant must maintain at least a 2.8 on a 4.0 scale (a C average or better) 2. Submit application and essay by deadline 3. Applicant must be a MCHS graduating senior planning to attend WVC, FCC, LTC, or OCC. 4. The Scholarship is to be used for books, fees, or tuition. 5. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. DEADLINE for scholarship application is Friday, April 3, 2020 by 3:00 p.m. Submit application and all supporting materials to the Guidance Office at MCHS. The Masonic Lodge award is based on financial need, academic performance, leadership potential, and community service. The funds will be submitted directly to the IECC School in the recipient’s name. Mrs. Regina Paddick MCHS Director of Guidance

MCHS Singing 7 performing at the home of Marilyn Kieffer for Reviewer's Matinee.

Brian Wright Memorial Scholarship An ongoing scholarship is awarded to honor the memory of Brian Wright who gave the ultimate sacrifice for his beloved country. The Brian Wright Memorial Scholarship is to be awarded to a graduate of MCHS. The criteria for the award include: • Proven citizenship qualities. The applicant must demonstrate participation in school, community and/or church activities that stress concern for others. • Good academic record. The applicant must exhibit consistent effort and good attitude. • Two recommendations from adults who are familiar with the academic and personal qualities of the student. Recommended, but not required: • Commitment to a military career, including National Guard, Reserves, or Regular Armed Forces participation. • Participation in a variety of sports, clubs, and/or organizations at MCHS. Leadership roles will be considered. Applications are available in the Guidance Office and must be returned to Mrs. Paddick by 3:00 p.m. April 24, 2020.

The Mount Carmel High School Boys Basketball team has advanced to the IHSA Sectional on Wednesday March 4th, 2020. Hamilton County High School will host the Sectional games, with the Mount Carmel and Murphysboro game beginning at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, March 4th. Mount Carmel High School has “General Admission” tickets for the game and will sell them on Monday, March 2nd, Tuesday, March 3rd, and Wednesday, March 4th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. The tickets can be purchased in the MCHS Athletic Office located in the stage area of the gym. Tickets are $6.00 each.

The book store is going all out for FFA Week show your FFA pride there are various items for sale. Bandanas : Yellow, Blue and Camo $1 each and Blue and Gold Beads $1 for 2!