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IDHS: SNAP Rules are Changing Information
On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a new law that makes significant changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP). Illinois and all other states are now required to implement the changes. The changes could affect your SNAP
eligibility or require you to take extra steps to receive SNAP benefits.
Program (SNAP). Illinois and all other states are now required to implement the changes. The changes could affect your SNAP
eligibility or require you to take extra steps to receive SNAP benefits.
IAR Test Results Now Available online for Parents
Family Portal and Video Reporting for Illinois Assessment of Readiness and Illinois Science Assessment https://familyportal.pearson.com/IL
Scalpel Up 2025 - Sparta Hospital
🔪 Scalpel Up! – Surgical Skills Experience for Students
Sparta Community Hospital, in partnership with the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA), is excited to host an immersive hands-on experience for middle school students!
🧪 What Students Will Do
Practice on a laparoscopic simulation box with endoscope setup
Rotate through surgical skill stations (hand–eye coordination, instrument handling, visualization)
Explore surgical innovation and tool design
Compete in a friendly Surgical Skills Showdown (speed, precision, accuracy)
Tour Sparta Community Hospital and learn about healthcare careers (parents/guardians welcome for the tour)
👩⚕️ Who Should Attend
Students curious about medicine, biology, engineering, or STEM
Students in grades 6–8
📅 Event Details
Date/Time: Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Sparta Community Hospital – Broadway Plaza, Auxiliary Room A & B (203 S. Vine, Sparta)
Cost: $5.00 (sponsored by Sparta Health & Wellness Foundation; fee covers lunch)
Capacity: Limited spots available – registration required (first come, first served)
Permission: Parent/guardian consent required (details emailed after registration)
📝 How to Register
👉 Share this link with your students and families:
https://www.spartahospital.com/latest-news/scalpel-up-2025/
Sparta Community Hospital, in partnership with the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA), is excited to host an immersive hands-on experience for middle school students!
🧪 What Students Will Do
Practice on a laparoscopic simulation box with endoscope setup
Rotate through surgical skill stations (hand–eye coordination, instrument handling, visualization)
Explore surgical innovation and tool design
Compete in a friendly Surgical Skills Showdown (speed, precision, accuracy)
Tour Sparta Community Hospital and learn about healthcare careers (parents/guardians welcome for the tour)
👩⚕️ Who Should Attend
Students curious about medicine, biology, engineering, or STEM
Students in grades 6–8
📅 Event Details
Date/Time: Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Sparta Community Hospital – Broadway Plaza, Auxiliary Room A & B (203 S. Vine, Sparta)
Cost: $5.00 (sponsored by Sparta Health & Wellness Foundation; fee covers lunch)
Capacity: Limited spots available – registration required (first come, first served)
Permission: Parent/guardian consent required (details emailed after registration)
📝 How to Register
👉 Share this link with your students and families:
https://www.spartahospital.com/latest-news/scalpel-up-2025/
MCUSD School Calendar
MCUSD Board Meeting
Time: 7 PM – 9 PM
Early Out 1:40/1:50
Time: 1:40 PM – 1:50 PM
HS FCA
Time: 7 PM – 9 PM
Early Out 1:40/1:50
Time: 1:40 PM – 1:50 PM
Winter Band Concert
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Early Out 1:40/1:50
Time: 1:40 PM – 1:50 PM
FFA Ag Com CDE
Time: 4 PM – 8:30 PM
FFA Ag Business Contest
Time: 9 AM – 10 AM