MCS distributes free meals for students during COVID-19 pandemic
While she doesn’t mind having her kids at home, Angelica Lucio said having to feed them extra meals because they’re not in school due to the statewide K-12 school closure “is a lot.”
Here's where Muncie Community Schools is distributing meals
All schools in Indiana, including Muncie Community Schools (MCS), will remain closed until May 1, following the announcement by Gov. Eric Holcomb Thursday.
Muncie Community Schools moves to e-learning amid COVID-19 concerns
Starting March 16, all schools in the Muncie Community Schools district will observe e-learning instruction, said CEO of MCS, Lee Ann Kwiatkowski, in a letter addressed to families of MCS students, faculty ...
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Muncie Community Schools prepares for coronavirus outbreak
As more cases of the novel coronavirus are confirmed worldwide, in the United States and in Indiana, Muncie Community Schools (MCS) has taken steps to prepare schools in case the virus spreads to Muncie. ...
Immersive learning project brings computer science to MCS
For three years, Ball State computer science students have worked to make their field available to the next generation of computer scientists.
Meridian Health Services proposes health center at Southside Middle School
By April, Southside Middle School might have a Meridian Health Services clinic within its building.
Ivy Tech gifts Muncie Community Schools Cowan Road location
Muncie Community Schools (MCS) administration and the Muncie Area Career Center (MACC) will be housed in a new building in south Muncie next year.
MCS Board hears proposal to implement new engineering technology programs
The Muncie Community Schools Board heard a proposal for two new engineering technology programs to start fall 2020 at Muncie Central High School, open to juniors and seniors in the school district.
Southside principal reflects on tardiness-related strategies, consequences
Southside Middle School Principal Craig Standish, during his presentation on the school’s performance, reflected on the ways the school tackles issues related to tardiness at the Muncie Community Schools ...
Northside principal reflects on success of PLTW, soccer programs
At the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board meeting, Northside Middle School Principal Eric Grim discussed the school’s successes and areas of improvement.
Ball State, MCS to hold Academic Innovation Summit
Muncie Community Schools (MCS) faculty, essential staff members and community stakeholders alongside Ball State administrators will be taking part in an Academic Innovation Summit.
MCHS students dress up to raise awareness on human trafficking
After his middle school science teacher in Los Angeles hosted survivors of human trafficking in class, Muncie Central High School (MCHS) junior Sam Voss said he was motivated to help those who have been ...
MCHS principal presents school's achievements, targets for improvement
Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees discussed multiple topics like a roof-fixing bid, the 2020 budget and a review from Muncie Central High School’s (MCHS) principal about the school’s ...
Mitchell Early Childhood and Family Center hosts open house for Muncie community
Members of the Muncie community reacted positively to the new children and family center situated in an old but familiar location.
All MCS students to eat free meals through CEP program
MCS will be moving away from the free and reduced lunch program to the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) in the fall which will offer all enrolled students breakfast and lunch at no cost.
MCS appoints new director of public education and CEO
A “hands-on visible leader” and “high-quality education” is what teachers and students at Muncie Community Schools can expect from Muncie Community Schools’ (MCS) new director of public education ...
New Muncie Central head football coach balances work, Ball State education
Coach Lee said he was “excited” and “blessed” to be taking up his new gig as head football coach of Muncie Central’s football team. But in the sidelines, he balances his other schedule — being ...
Northside, Southside middle schools to begin soccer programs
Students at the Northside and Southside middle schools might soon be wearing shin guards, pulling up their socks and tying up their shoe laces to play soccer this coming school year.
Ball State, MCS communities submit ideas for academic innovation plan
Implementing mental health services; student-centered decision making that gives them an agency; eliminating standardized tests; more internship opportunities; getting the community to help aid holistic ...
MCS students, teachers display school projects at annual Celebrate Excellence event
At East Washington Academy (EWA), third graders were engaged in an artsy literary project this school year — writing haikus, painting cherry blossoms and designing kimono-shaped bookmarks.
