60% & Town Hall Meetings
Did you know? If the One-Cent Tax is approved, nearly 60% of that additional revenue would come from visitors and travelers, not Tazewell County residents.
Revenue from qualifying purchases would directly support our local schools by helping fund critical safety improvements and facility upgrades.
*This means non-residents contribute to our schools, easing the financial burden on Tazewell County property taxpayers while ensuring our students and community benefit from strong, modern schools.
*Those with multiple children in school will save more than they are estimated to spend.
*Groceries, medication, automobiles, and personal services are exempt items.
You’re invited to a Town Hall community meeting to discuss the One-Cent Tax referendum.
Be a part of the conversation about how this could benefit students, staff, and our school community by attending a Town Hall Meeting:
Grundy School - September 29, 2026 (Tuesday) 6-7 pm
Morton Public Library - October 13, 2026 (Tuesday) 6-7 pm
Jefferson School - October 22, 2026 (Thursday) 6-7 pm
Learn more by visiting Redefine 709, tazewellforstudents.com, or contacting Dr. Sander directly through this convenient "Got Questions?" form.
The 9-18-26 issue of "The Potter Post" is ready to read. Enjoy the many videos from our MPTV crew, including the ever-popular Kindergarten interviews. https://app.smore.com/n/kjr5b
MHS senior Alexis Cook took first place in her class at the Morton Pumpkin Festival with a 359-pound pumpkin. We know the MHS Class of 2027 will do great things. It looks like they are off to a big start. Congratulations, Alexis!
Morton Food Services has a few openings at Morton High School, Grundy School, and Subs. Earn a little extra vacation/holiday money while helping feed students. The hours are family-friendly. Use the QR code to see all available Food Services positions. Apply online.
Just a reminder that Friday, September 18, 2026, is an early release day for Morton CUSD 709 students. Enjoy the Pumpkin Festival!
Enjoy this national news story that captures our community and our people. You will see and hear from some familiar faces.
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The September 11, 2026, issue of The Potter Post is ready to read.
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Have a great weekend.
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Have a great weekend.
The kindergarten math cafe was open today! To go along with our current Eureka math unit on sorting and numbers 0-5, our kindergarten mathematicians put on their chef hats and followed recipe cards to demonstrate mastery of recognizing and one-to-one counting quantities 0-5. To show their sorting skills, students then had to sort their recipes back into ingredients before grabbing a new recipe card. Their head chefs (teachers) were very impressed with their sorting skills and growing number sense! 🔢
It's been a hot week, but these Patriots are still moving during PE with Mrs Emmons. Physical activity is a great way to reset and movement helps students be ready to learn. Keep moving, Patriots!
There will be no school on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy your long weekend!
Mrs Dirks' 5th graders were busy solving problems involving rounding decimals. Partner work gives students the opportunity to practice a skill while discussing the "how and why" behind the solution.
Pajama day in KB for great teamwork. Love it!!
There's nothing quite like Friday SMILES :)
Short-Term Peace Can Create Long-Term Chaos
Care U is back for Season 5!
In this episode, we explore how trying to keep the peace in the moment can sometimes prevent children from building essential life skills. From rescuing children from discomfort to over-explaining during meltdowns, we reflect on how caregivers can create age-appropriate opportunities to develop patience, resilience, and healthy coping strategies. As always, the conversation invites caregivers to reflect on our practices and focus on the long game.
We hope you enjoy the episode.
Questions? Want to hear more about something? Did something really hit home? We love feedback at Care U. Find the feedback form here:
Short-Term Peace Can Create Long-Term Chaos
Care U is back for Season 5!
In this episode, we explore how trying to keep the peace in the moment can sometimes prevent children from building essential life skills. From rescuing children from discomfort to over-explaining during meltdowns, we reflect on how caregivers can create age-appropriate opportunities to develop patience, resilience, and healthy coping strategies. As always, the conversation invites caregivers to reflect on our practices and focus on the long game.
We hope you enjoy the episode.
Questions? Want to hear more about something? Did something really hit home? We love feedback at Care U. Find the FEEDBACK FORM here:
The NEW Morton 709 Website is here! Please read this August 2026 Parent/Caregiver Communication letter. https://docs.google.com/document/d/16z8C9uRnJGyQKagLj0QBG57sEX1yXUpQQHXNVy9jYCE/edit?usp=sharing
Safety first!
On Thursday, August 6, we welcomed our newest Kindergarten students to District 709. Each school held their own Kindergarten Roundup. We are so excited for them to join #onemorton. Kindergarteners, one more sleep!
See you, and all our students, for the start of the 2026-2027 school year on Wednesday, August 12!
In-Person Registration is scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2026 from 7am-1pm at all elementary buildings and the junior high.
UPDATED: Save the Dates!
Monday, July 13th:
-Online Registration Opens at 9:00am
Tuesday, July 28th:
-New Family/Kindergarten garden In-Person Registration 9:00am-1:00pm (Please complete the online portion before attending)
Thursday, August 6th:
-Kindergarten Round Up: Time scheduled at in-person registration
-Jefferson Swim Party at the Morton Pool from 6:30-8:00pm
Thursday, August 7th:
-Class Lists are posted in PowerSchool after 3:00pm
Tuesday, August 11th:
-Unpack Your Backpack & Meet the Teacher Night 6:00-7:00pm
Wednesday, August 12th:
-First Day of School- 11:55am Dismissal
Monday, July 13th:
-Online Registration Opens at 9:00am
Tuesday, July 28th:
-New Family/Kindergarten garden In-Person Registration 9:00am-1:00pm (Please complete the online portion before attending)
Thursday, August 6th:
-Kindergarten Round Up: Time scheduled at in-person registration
-Jefferson Swim Party at the Morton Pool from 6:30-8:00pm
Thursday, August 7th:
-Class Lists are posted in PowerSchool after 3:00pm
Tuesday, August 11th:
-Unpack Your Backpack & Meet the Teacher Night 6:00-7:00pm
Wednesday, August 12th:
-First Day of School- 11:55am Dismissal