National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has three guiding principles, which define their multi-faceted programs, activities, and sponsorships: Patriotism, Education, and Historic Preservation. The DAR Good Citizens program and Scholarship Contest encourages and rewards the qualities of good citizenship. Open to all High School Seniors enrolled in public or
Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey The Monday, December 18, 2023, edition of the Morrison School District Board of Directors offered a presentation of projects that would potentially upgrade the curriculum and improve facility security. Members of the Morrison Alumni Association, Tonia Prombo and Alex Williams, presented a proposal for
After supper, the entire community is encouraged to attend a Music Department event on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Morrison High School, 643 Genesee Avenue, Morrison, IL. Grades six-through-12 Choirs, Bands, and Madrigal Singers will entertain, showcasing both seasonal and general music selections. “Dessert and a Show!” begins at 6:00
Coach Brian Bartoz wrote the press release and took the photo. Congratulations to Morrison High School’s Varsity Scholastic Bowl team, on its first-place finish in the Riverdale Early Season Tournament, on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at Riverdale High School. This year’s first-place finish improves upon Morrison’s third-place finish at the
Article and photo submitted by Principal David Mills. Staff Member of the Month at Morrison High School for October 2023 is Mrs. Anne Knie. She teaches English and Speech. Mrs. Knie was nominated by five High School students: Keira Hudson, Sara Weida, Kenzie Bruckner, Allie Frieberg, and James Wagenecht. Below
Morrison High School Social Studies Teacher Brian Bartoz orchestrated another meaningful Veterans Day Recognition Assembly, on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:25. Held in the auditorium, the purpose was to provide an opportunity for students and staff to recognize those who have served in the Armed Forces.
The Morrison High School B.L.I.N.D. Club (Building Lasting Impressions that Never Die) came to Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, November 9, 2023. They brought letters to our veterans, thanking them for their military service. The B.L.I.N.D. group does this annually for Resthave, and our
Morrison High School teacher Brian Bartoz submitted this press release. Morrison High School will host a Veterans Day Recognition Assembly, on Friday, November 10, 2023, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:25. Held in the school’s auditorium, the assembly will provide an opportunity for students and staff to recognize those who have
Photos provided and article written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. IHSA State Playoffs create an excitement unrivaled in High School sports. On Saturday, November 4, 2023, the Round Two playoff between the Morrison Mustangs and the Annawan-Wethersfield Titans was no exception. Blue skies and temperatures in the mid-50s set the
The following Morrison Junior High School students met standards for placement on the 1st Quarter Honor Roll, for 2023-2024. 6TH GRADE STRAIGHT As (4.000): GARRETT BAIMA, COEN FINKLE, LYLAH HARRIDGE, BRINKLEY ICENOGLE, COLTON KUEHL, JACOB MERTES, SUMMER PAGELOFF, ZOEY STUART, AVA WOLEVER, URYAH WRIGHT6TH GRADE HIGH HONOR ROLL (3.500 –
Brian Bartoz submitted these photos of the action-packed, home Football game against the Fulton, IL, Steamers, on Saturday, October 28, 2023. The Mustangs scored 34 points over the Steamers’ 12. Morrison will take on the Kewanee (Wethersfield) Tigers in Kewanee, IL, on Saturday, November 4, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Morrison High School released the Honor Roll for the First Quarter of the 2023-2024 school year. Congratulations to these scholars! 4.00 AND ABOVE Class of 2024Blake Adams, Carly Boonstra, Cooper Bush, Geneva Connelly, Brianna Groenewold, Madison Houzenga, Karalynn Kirkpatrick, Madison Krum, Andrew Melton, Allen Rumfelt, Gracelyn Streets-Wood, Sarah Weston, Karder
Report and photo submitted by Brian Bartoz. Thirty-six companies, career training programs, colleges, organizations, and military service branches participated in Morrison High School’s fifth annual College and Career Fair, on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. Prior to the main event in the gym, students participated in four breakout sessions. They met
The Morrison Mustangs will host the Fulton Steamers for their first-round, Playoff game, on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Gates open at noon, and the game starts at 1:00 p.m. Psst!: Arrive early.
Written by Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey. Concerned parents of students currently enrolled in the West Carroll School District visited the River Bend Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. These parents, representing families living in the Thomson, IL, area, owned signed petitions. They displayed proven interest of over