MHS 2nd Quarter and 1st Semester 2023-2024 Honor Rolls

The following Morrison High School students achieved Honor Roll status, during the Second Quarter and First Semester of the 2023-2024 school year. SECOND QUARTER 4.000 and Above Honor Roll Class of 2024:  Blake Adams, Alyvia Behrens, Carly Boonstra, Cambell Buikema, Cooper Bush, Geneva Connelly, Brianna Groenewold, Madison Houzenga, Katie Hutchison,

Morrison Schools Run at Regular Times January 17

Morrison Community Unit School District #6 will run its normal schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Dismissal time will be 2:55 p.m. at Northside, and 3:05 at the other building. There is no early dismissal tomorrow. Both morning and afternoon PreK programs will be in attendance.

Schools Closed January 16

Given the dangerously-low temperatures forecasted throughout the day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, 2024, Morrison Community Unit School District #6 will not be in session. All Basketball, Cheerleading, Swimming, and Wrestling events are cancelled.

Schools Closed Friday

Due to forecasted snow accumulations and dangerous travel conditions, Morrison Community Unit School District #6 will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 12, 2024.

Morrison Schools Will Be Closed January 9

Due to the forecasted inclement weather for this evening, Monday, January 8, 2024, and into tomorrow morning, Tuesday, January 9, MCUD #6 will cancel classes tomorrow January 9. In the event that WACC is in session, MHS students will not attend.

DAR Good Citizen Awards

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

MCUD Considers Upgrades

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

“Dessert and a Show!” Tonight

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

Scholastic Bowl Takes 1st in Tournament

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

MHS Staff Member of the Month

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

Service and Patriotism in MHS Veterans Day Assembly

  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

MHS Students Honor Resthave Veterans

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

MHS Veterans Day Recognition Assembly November 10

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

Mustangs Fall to Titans in Playoffs

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