Picture Day is next week at Morris Grade School!
All photos are taken by HR Imaging Partners Inc.
If you need further assistance contact the Customer Service at (815) 433-1766 .
All photos are taken by HR Imaging Partners Inc.
If you need further assistance contact the Customer Service at (815) 433-1766 .
Check out the September Newsletter from the Morris Grade School Health Office!
🏀 Coaching Opportunity: 6th Grade Boys' Basketball 🏀
Morris Grade School is looking for a coach to lead our 6th-grade boys' basketball team for the 2026-2027 season! If you love the game and want to make a positive impact on our student-athletes, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply: Email Athletic Director, Tammy Gummerson at tgummerson@morris54.org.
Morris Grade School is looking for a coach to lead our 6th-grade boys' basketball team for the 2026-2027 season! If you love the game and want to make a positive impact on our student-athletes, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply: Email Athletic Director, Tammy Gummerson at tgummerson@morris54.org.
🏀 Girls' Basketball Tryouts - Mark Your Calendars!
Calling all 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade girls interested in playing basketball! It is time to hit the court! 🏀Tryouts for Morris Grade School are happening on September 14th & 15th. See the flyer for more details.
⚠️ Important Reminder: All athletes must have a current sports physical on file to participate, no exceptions! Contact the Athletic Director by email with any questions at tgummerson@morris54.org
Calling all 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade girls interested in playing basketball! It is time to hit the court! 🏀Tryouts for Morris Grade School are happening on September 14th & 15th. See the flyer for more details.
⚠️ Important Reminder: All athletes must have a current sports physical on file to participate, no exceptions! Contact the Athletic Director by email with any questions at tgummerson@morris54.org
We Care is hosting a Mobile Pantry in Morris, IL, at the Goodwill from 9:00 - 10:30 am.
Morris Transportation is hiring bus drivers. Please see the attached flyer for details.
Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday, August 24th, is your last day to order State Championship Spiritwear from last year's Track Team. Please complete the form and send cash or a check to the main office by 3 pm tomorrow.
Just a reminder that the deadline to order your t-shirt to support the Dakota Welch Foundation is August 31, 2026. You will also want to wear it to the event on September 19, 2026 at Saratoga School.
We are so excited for the 2026/2027 school year!
2026-2027 Morris High School Football Games
Morris High School Football Games –
Due to safety and behavior concerns, all elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult at MCHS Football games. Students not accompanied by an adult or without their High School IDs will be turned away at the gate.
Thank you,
MCHS Administration
Morris High School Football Games –
Due to safety and behavior concerns, all elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult at MCHS Football games. Students not accompanied by an adult or without their High School IDs will be turned away at the gate.
Thank you,
MCHS Administration
Please see the attached flyer for more information on our Annual Supply Drop off Night Event on Tuesday, August 18th! Families will have an opportunity to bring in school supplies, meet the teacher(s), explore the school, take fun back to school photos and more.
This event is for all students in grades kindergarten through 8th grade, there are various start times and doors to enter; check the flyer for this info.
Please note:
-New families to District 54 should go to the cafeteria (enter door 24) for a Back to School presentation.
-Kindergarten parents/guardians can attend an orientation at 4pm or 5pm in their classroom.
-Preschoolers will attend an orientation on their assigned date, more information will be sent home.
-Student schedules and teachers will be posted in your PowerSchool parent portal the week of August 10th. Please do not call the office to ask for this information.
This event is for all students in grades kindergarten through 8th grade, there are various start times and doors to enter; check the flyer for this info.
Please note:
-New families to District 54 should go to the cafeteria (enter door 24) for a Back to School presentation.
-Kindergarten parents/guardians can attend an orientation at 4pm or 5pm in their classroom.
-Preschoolers will attend an orientation on their assigned date, more information will be sent home.
-Student schedules and teachers will be posted in your PowerSchool parent portal the week of August 10th. Please do not call the office to ask for this information.
Please see the attached flyer for information on Day 2 of baseball tryouts and cross country practice! Must have a physical on file at MGS!
The Morris Police Department will host National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 5-8 pm in Goold Park! The event is free to the public and the first 500 kids will receive a goodie bag and Foam Finger! This year’s theme is “Game On, Morris!” with a sports theme. Kids are encouraged to wear the uniform of the team they participate in (Warriors, Cheer, Baseball, etc.) or of their favorite pro team. The evening features a blow up obstacle course and other carnival type games, face painting, gaga ball, raffles, free food (Laki Ice, Operation BBQ and ServPro, while supplies last), interaction with the Morris Fire Department and Grundy County Emergency Management Agency, and booths/sports challenges.
Morris Grade School Families - Registration is still Open!
Please complete it today using your parent portal, see the flyer for more reminders. Visit morris54.org and click school registration for instructions, forms and supply lists.
Please complete it today using your parent portal, see the flyer for more reminders. Visit morris54.org and click school registration for instructions, forms and supply lists.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR!
New students to the district will need to stop in the main office to get started. Returning students can follow the steps under school registration on the website at morris54.org
REGISTER TODAY to ensure Transportation is set up for the beginning of the year!
New students to the district will need to stop in the main office to get started. Returning students can follow the steps under school registration on the website at morris54.org
REGISTER TODAY to ensure Transportation is set up for the beginning of the year!
Thank you to all of the incoming 6th, 7th and 8th grade boys for working on their fundamental basketball skills this week. Special shout out to our daily hustle award winners Jaxon Laughary, Ryder Kein, Haden Hamilton, Kam Larson, Evander Peterson, and Liam McComb. We also want to recognize our coaches award winners, Payton Phillips, Jayden Enerson, Colton Mitoraj, and Joonyer Martinez!
Thank you for your hard work, we look forward to the 26-27 season. Have a great rest of your summer and Go, Morris!
Coach Walker (8th), Coach Walker (7th), & Coach Tambling
The Grundy County Special Education Cooperative preschool screening dates have been released for 2026-2027. They are attached in both English and Spanish. An early learning screening is required to become eligible to attend preschool at Morris Grade School! Call the GCSEC office at 815-942-5780, press 1 at the first prompt and 0 at the second prompt to book an appointment.
Morris Grade School is looking to fill some coaching positions for the 26/27 school year. If you are interested in any of the open positions please email jboe@morris54.org
See the Flyer for Summer Meals Information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ysgkc_yVvY-_VwnP3JzrJGVHFbHI_z2O/view?usp=sharing
We’re Hiring: Dean of Students / Athletic Director
Do you have a passion for student leadership, athletics, and building a positive school culture? Morris Grade School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Dean of Students / Athletic Director to join our team!
We’re looking for someone who is:
✔ Passionate about working with children
✔ Organized, dependable, and team-oriented
✔ A strong communicator and positive role model
✔ Experienced in athletics, education, or student support leadership
📩 Apply today or share with someone who would be a great fit!
Do you have a passion for student leadership, athletics, and building a positive school culture? Morris Grade School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Dean of Students / Athletic Director to join our team!
We’re looking for someone who is:
✔ Passionate about working with children
✔ Organized, dependable, and team-oriented
✔ A strong communicator and positive role model
✔ Experienced in athletics, education, or student support leadership
📩 Apply today or share with someone who would be a great fit!
