Attention Current Sophomores and Juniors:
High schoolers across the state will have the chance to take college-level courses ranging from asteroid disasters to data science through a University of Illinois program next school year.
U of I officials said the new Dual Credit Learning Accelerator initiative will bring four dual-credit courses to classrooms around Illinois. This includes:
ASTR 150: Killer-Skies: Astro-Disaster
MACS 100: Introduction to Popular TV and Movies
SPED 117: The Culture of Disability
CS/STAT 107: Data Science Discovery
The classes will be available at no cost to students and the funding for the program comes from the American Talent Initiative IDEAS grant. Lisa Anderson, the director of the Office of Online Learning and co-author of the grant, came to the U of I hoping to bring these opportunities to students at public schools throughout the state.
Please see Mrs. Lowry by January 16th to get your name on the list.
It's Spirit Sparkler Time!!!
All forms must be returned to the Elementary Office by Friday, December 19th.
All forms must be returned to the Elementary Office by Friday, December 19th.
Attention Bluestreak Families with Student Athletes:
Several IHSA proposals were recently approved that will significantly impact the spring and summer schedules and start of seasons. We want to make sure families are aware as early as possible, so spring and summer plans can be adjusted accordingly.
IHSA Softball season change: practices may now begin on February 23, 2026, and contests on March 9, 2026. This will go into effect for the 2026 season.
Change to IHSA Dead Week: The IHSA has also moved Dead Week for All Sports to June 29 – July 5, 2026.
• This aligns with 4th of July week
• The week that was previously considered “dead week” in August will now be the start of football activities due to the earlier season start.
Several IHSA proposals were recently approved that will significantly impact the spring and summer schedules and start of seasons. We want to make sure families are aware as early as possible, so spring and summer plans can be adjusted accordingly.
IHSA Softball season change: practices may now begin on February 23, 2026, and contests on March 9, 2026. This will go into effect for the 2026 season.
Change to IHSA Dead Week: The IHSA has also moved Dead Week for All Sports to June 29 – July 5, 2026.
• This aligns with 4th of July week
• The week that was previously considered “dead week” in August will now be the start of football activities due to the earlier season start.
With the cold temperatures and a snowy playground keeping us inside, we found fun with a school-wide coloring contest! One winner from each classroom was chosen to receive a special treat, and the creativity was amazing!
We also drew our December Brain Buster winners and loved celebrating our students’ hard work and perseverance.
To top it all off, we had a very special helper join us for the end-of-the-day announcements.
Snow or shine, MES knows how to make the most of the day and celebrate our Bluestreaks! 💙✨
Mrs. Young's first graders have been counting their way to Christmas break and spreading lots of holiday cheer along the way! Today, they topped off their learning with a tasty Christmas tree snack that was as fun to make as it was to eat. 🎄😋
Hands were busy, smiles were bright, and our classroom was full of Christmas magic! ❤️💚
We love learning together at MES—especially when it’s sprinkled with a little holiday joy! 🎁
Early Dismissal on Friday, December 19th at 2:00 pm!
Anyone who knows a Bluestreak knows we’re anything but Grinches! However, today our students sported their best Grinchy gear and colors of green. Our students were surprised with a special gift from Gertie Goose,a school movie and delicious popcorn to celebrate their hard work this semester. There’s nothing quite like a movie in the gym and some yummy popcorn to start the week off right!
This morning, students were thrilled, shocked, and overly excited to be greeted by none other than The Grinch and Cindy Lou Who themselves — what a festive way to start the day! (Thank you to Jared and Bri Lowry for setting this up for our kids).
Despite the fun, our students stayed focused, making up spelling tests, tackling Brain Buster math fluency challenges, and wrapping up research projects and reports. We sure know how to work hard and have fun at the same time!
A huge thank you also goes out for the generous donation of Hot Hands for our morning greeters, who help students safely get from the parking lot into the building each day.
We’re eager to keep the learning — and celebrating — going strong all week! 💙
🏀 Lady Bluestreaks Win! 🏀
The High School girls traveled to Chrisman tonight and came home with two wins!
Varsity took the victory 51–27, and the JV also picked up a win.
Way to go, ladies! 💙🤍
Interested in Health Occupations?
Current sophomores and juniors who would like to take the Health Occupations class next school year should stop by and see Mrs. Lowry by January 16 for more information!
Current sophomores and juniors who would like to take the Health Occupations class next school year should stop by and see Mrs. Lowry by January 16 for more information!
The Elementary School's phones are down. Mediacom is working on the problem. They are unable to receive calls or call out. If you need to contact the elementary, please email Ms. Paula at wilsonp@martinsville.k12.il.us.
Dear Bluestreak Family,
Due to an extreme wind chill advisory, there will be a 2-hour delay on Monday, December 15th.
1. All buses will begin routes at 8:15 AM.
2. Students who walk to school or are dropped off should arrive no earlier than 9:50 AM.
3. Classes will start at 10:00AM.
4. Lunch and dismissal times will be the same as a regular attendance day.
5. Breakfast will not be offered.
6. No AM Preschool.
7. Any practices scheduled before school hours will be cancelled.
8. Dismissal time will be the same as a regular day.
Due to an extreme wind chill advisory, there will be a 2-hour delay on Monday, December 15th.
1. All buses will begin routes at 8:15 AM.
2. Students who walk to school or are dropped off should arrive no earlier than 9:50 AM.
3. Classes will start at 10:00AM.
4. Lunch and dismissal times will be the same as a regular attendance day.
5. Breakfast will not be offered.
6. No AM Preschool.
7. Any practices scheduled before school hours will be cancelled.
8. Dismissal time will be the same as a regular day.
Dear Bluestreak Family,
Due to an extreme wind chill advisory, there will be a 2-hour delay on Monday, December 15th.
1. All buses will begin routes at 8:15 AM.
2. Students who walk to school or are dropped off should arrive no earlier than 9:50 AM.
3. Classes will start at 10:00AM.
4. Lunch and dismissal times will be the same as a regular attendance day.
5. Breakfast will not be offered.
6. No AM Preschool.
7. Any practices scheduled before school hours will be cancelled.
8. Dismissal time will be the same as a regular day.
Due to an extreme wind chill advisory, there will be a 2-hour delay on Monday, December 15th.
1. All buses will begin routes at 8:15 AM.
2. Students who walk to school or are dropped off should arrive no earlier than 9:50 AM.
3. Classes will start at 10:00AM.
4. Lunch and dismissal times will be the same as a regular attendance day.
5. Breakfast will not be offered.
6. No AM Preschool.
7. Any practices scheduled before school hours will be cancelled.
8. Dismissal time will be the same as a regular day.
We hope everyone had a safe and warm snow day on Friday.
We’re excited to kick off the week with lots of fun planned as we head into our last full week before Christmas break — even the Grinch couldn’t steal our excitement!
Reminder: Tomorrow is Grinch Day! Students are invited to wear their best Grinch green or Whoville-style outfits. Let’s see if we can make the Grinch’s heart grow just a little bigger. 💗
We’re looking forward to a great week!
It's another busy week ahead for our JH & HS Bluestreaks!
There are events in our home gyms Tuesday through Friday — come out and show your support!
Let’s pack the gyms in BLUE and show our Bluestreak pride! 💙
There are events in our home gyms Tuesday through Friday — come out and show your support!
Let’s pack the gyms in BLUE and show our Bluestreak pride! 💙
The High School boys basketball game scheduled for today at Clinton, IN has been canceled. This game will not be rescheduled.
Way to Go! Both JV and Varsity boys' teams picked up WINS against Decatur Christian. Let's Go Bluestreaks!
Here is the address for the Bluestreak fans heading to tonight's basketball game: 1 Bachrach Ct, Decatur, IL 62526. The game is held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
The high school boys game for tonight is still on as scheduled. They will play at Decatur Christian at 6 PM.
Due to snow accumulation and unsafe road conditions, Martinsville CUSD#C3 will not be in session today.
Due to snow accumulation and unsafe road conditions, Martinsville CUSD#C3 will not be in session today.
