In-Township (Vote for 2) Max McComb: Technology is key. The use and understanding of technology is critical. Nothing points to this more than the last 12 months during the pandemic. Fortunately under the leadership of Superintendent Rick Johnston and continuing with Dr. Hall, our board invested in significant infrastructure and […]
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What two to three issues would you like to see the board of education tackle in the next four years?
Out-Of-Township (Vote for 1) Justin Lamb: A more clear vision for accommodating the rapid growth of our community. Fortunately, our district has a facilitating team working on this. “Bulldog Blueprint” is a team consisting of community members who will help define the priorities and goals for resource allocation, facilities and […]
What are two to three strengths of which our district can be proud? Why do you see these as strengths?
In-Township (Vote for 2) Laura Lang: Generations have built a long-standing educational tradition of excellence in our schools. One can easily look around our district and see the amazing educators and community members of the past who have sacrificed and gifted their talents to our schools. Our strength is in […]
What do you believe the role and responsibility of a school board member is?
Out-of-Township (Vote for 1) Patrick MacKay: I really like this blurb from the ISBE, the school board “provides local citizen control over education at a point as close to the parent and child as possible”. One of the most important responsibilities for any school board is to not only appoint […]
What previous experiences or qualifications will you bring into the role of a school board member?
In-Township (Vote for 2) Max McComb: I have served on the M-S Board of Education for 14 years. After being appointed in 2007 I have been re-elected by the public three times. In 2015 my fellow board members chose me to be Board President and have continued to vote me […]
Why did you decide to run for the school board in 2021?
In-Township (Vote for 2) Why did you decide to run for the school board in 2021? Laura Lang: Our schools lie at the heart of our community, and had left such a dramatic impact on my life that an opportunity to serve our constituents is just too irresistible to pass-up. […]
Mahomet-Seymour Class of 2021: Senior Spotlights
The Mahomet Daily will recognize Mahomet-Seymour High Schoolgraduates each week until graduation on May 28. Senior students will stillhave the opportunity to submit a photo and answer questions in theupcoming months. To participate, contact Principal Chad Benedict atcbenedict@ms.k12.il.us.
M-S Board passes MOU, Union signals agreement made under pressure
By Dani Tietz The Mahomet-Seymour School Board met twice during the week of Jan. 17to discuss and ultimately pass a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)with the Mahomet-Seymour Education Association. The board met during their regular meeting on Jan. 19 without boardmember Jeremy Henrichs. The MOU failed during vote 3-3: Max McComb,Merle […]
Champaign County Spring Recycling Event May 22
The Champaign County Spring Recycling event will take place on May 22, 2021. Online registration opens April 12, 2021. If all the spots on Saturday fill up, openings on May 21 may become available as well. Residents in participating communities, which are still to be determined, will be able to […]
Mahomet-Seymour places third at IHSA Regional
The Mahomet-Seymour Speech Team competed in the IHSA Individual Events Regional on Saturday placing third out of nine schools. The tournament was hosted virtually via Zoom, with most students participating at MSHS with others presenting their speeches from home. Results: Madison Ade – Dramatic Interpretation 5th, Informative Speaking 6thMatthew He […]