

September 30, 2026
The MJHS Jr. Potters are Home vs Normal Kingsley on Thursday, October 8th; tip off is 4:30 for 7th grade, with 8th grade to follow. Live stream the games using the following link...

October 2, 2026
The 10-2-26 Issue of "The Potter Post" is ready for viewing. Have a wonderful Homecoming Weekend.

September 30, 2026
In this episode of Care U, Don & Stephanie discuss what to do when young people say, “I don’t want to go” or “I’m not going to miss anything,” and how caregivers should respond. T...

September 28, 2026
Early voting has started in Tazewell County! You can vote early by mail or in person until Monday, November 2. For details on voter registration, mail-in voting, polling locations...

September 25, 2026
Welcome to this week's issue of "The Potter Post." We hope you enjoy it.

September 24, 2026
Morton Food Services has delivered the October Menus and October Newsletter . You can also find them in the most recent issue of The Potter Post. Thank you, Morton Food Servic...

September 23, 2026
In this episode of Care U, Don and Stephanie welcome Sheila Kennedy for a conversation about "joy spotting." Joy spotting is the intentional practice of noticing, capturing, and re...

September 17, 2026
Here is the link to the 9/11/26 issue of The Potter Post, just in case you missed it. Several have requested "The Potter Post" by email. Many grandparents, bonus parents, and l...

September 13, 2026
Happy Pumpkin Festival Week! CBS Sunday Morning did a spotlight on the Pumpkin Festival. It is full of what makes this community special. It includes some familiar faces, includ...

September 9, 2026
In this episode of Care U, Don & Stephanie unpack four common beliefs that can leave caregivers feeling overwhelmed. We’re already behind. Everyone else has it figured out. ...

September 4, 2026
The Potter Post for 9-4-26 is ready to read. Have a great Labor Day weekend.

August 28, 2026
The Potter Post for Friday, August 28, 2026, is ready to read. The week has been full of learning in many different ways. There is information about Friday Night Lights, if yo...

August 26, 2026
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 rescu...

August 24, 2026
November 3, 2026 Referendum Information School districts in Tazewell County have united to bring a question to voters this November 3, 2026. Residents of Tazewell County will...

August 24, 2026
Dear Morton 709 Parents and Caregivers, Due to police activity in the community, all Morton 709 Schools initiated a brief SECURE at 9:30 am. All students were brought inside, a...


August 14, 2026
The Potter Post for 8/14/26 is ready to read.

August 14, 2026
It is "Everything Morton 709 in your pocket". Please take the time to read the New Website Parent/Caregiver Communication - August 2026 . It is full of details to help you navigat...

August 14, 2026
It is a Morton CUSD 709 tradition. It is a night of celebrating fall sports and the Friday night lights that are special in small communities. Come on out and celebrate our Fall A...

August 7, 2026
School starts on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. It is an early release day for all buildings. Be sure to plan accordingly. Just a reminder: Students are without phones from bell to...