Morrisville-Eaton Central School District

Dear Parents and Families,

The Middle/High School has been evacuated due to a gas odor in the building. All students and staff are safe and have been moved to the football field, a safe distance away.

Our Buildings and Grounds personnel are on site and working with the local fire department to diagnose the situation. At this time, there is no immediate danger to students or staff.

We ask that you do not come to the Middle/High School at this time to pick up your child, as this will allow emergency personnel to complete their work quickly and safely.

We anticipate a timely return to classes. Should an early dismissal become necessary, we will communicate that promptly. Further updates will be provided as soon as more information becomes available.

Thank you for your understanding.

Sincerely,

Nicholas Rauch | Principal
Morrisville-Eaton Middle/High School

Dear Parents and Guardians,

How quickly we find ourselves in mid-September! I hope you are hearing reports from your children about all the good things happening at the Middle/High School.

Lockdown Drills
This week, we plan to conduct our two required lockdown drills. During forum this morning, I reviewed lockdown protocols with students:

• Prior to each drill, an announcement will be made indicating that a drill will begin shortly.

• An announcement will then be made to initiate the drill.

• When the drill has concluded, another announcement will release students and staff back to regular activity.

Students were reminded that, during a lockdown drill, they will be asked to move to an area in the classroom or other locked space where they cannot be seen, remain quiet, and follow their teacher’s directions.

Student Safety Item
Recently, a small bag containing Benadryl was found on one of our school buses. While not connected to any specific student, it serves as an important reminder about the safe and appropriate use of medications. Please take a moment to talk with your child about:

• Only taking medication provided by a parent, guardian, or trusted adult.

• Never ingesting unknown substances, even if offered by a peer.

• Asking questions if they are unsure about a medicine or its purpose.

We also want families to be aware of the “Benadryl Challenge,” a dangerous trend on social media that encourages misuse of the drug. Misusing medications can cause severe health risks. Please continue to monitor your child’s online activity and reinforce safe decision-making.

Colgate Tutoring
Colgate Tutoring begins this week and will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00–5:00 PM in Ms. Norsen’s room.

Other Reminders for the Week of September 15

Monday, September 15

• Sophomore Class Joe’s Jerky Sale begins

Tuesday, September 16

• Colgate Tutoring — 3:00–5:00 PM

• Board of Education Meeting — 6:30 PM

Thursday, September 18

• Colgate Tutoring — 3:00–5:00 PM

Friday, September 19

• Music Department Pie Sale ends

Thank you, as always, for your partnership and support.

Sincerely,

Nicholas Rauch | Principal
Morrisville-Eaton Middle/High School

🌅 Senior Sunrise – Class of 2026 🌅

I’m excited to invite our seniors to join me for a special tradition on their last first day of school!

📅 Thursday, September 4, 2025
🕕 6:00–7:15 AM (sunrise is at 6:31 on Thursday)
📍 Football Field

We’ll gather together to celebrate the start of the school year and watch the sunrise as a class. I’ll have donuts ready — and seniors, please feel free to bring along a dish to share with your classmates.

Let’s make this a memorable start to your senior year, Class of 2026! 🎓✨

— Mr. Rauch

MECS Sports Boosters Annual Golf Tournament

Get ready to hit the links for a great cause! The MECS Sports Boosters invite you to join us for our Annual Golf Tournament—a fun-filled day of golf, food, and community spirit in support of our student-athletes. Whether you’re playing in the tournament or contributing through sponsorships and raffle donations, your support helps provide opportunities and resources that benefit all MECS sports programs.

Information

When: Saturday, August 23 at 8:00 AM (tee-off)

Where: Casolwood Golf Course, Canastota

Cost: $125 per player / $500 per team (Captain & Crew format, teams of 4)

Your registration fee includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, lunch and a drink at the turn, plus a steak dinner to close out the day.

Not a golfer? You can still support the event by donating a raffle basket for our silent auction, sponsoring a hole, or becoming a Champion Sponsor!

For more information or to sign up, please contact:

Jen Dapson at (315) 289-8520

Coby Merkle at (315) 750-5680

MECS is currently hiring bus drivers.