26-27 Monroe City High School Staff
🎟️ Monroe City Sports Passes are now available for purchase in the Athletic Office!
Get your pass and be ready to support our Panthers throughout the 2026-27 school year.
⚫️🟡 #MCPRIDE | Go Panthers!
Get your pass and be ready to support our Panthers throughout the 2026-27 school year.
⚫️🟡 #MCPRIDE | Go Panthers!
🏈 Friday Night Football
Tailgate BBQ Fundraiser
#MCPRIDE
🏋️ NEW WEIGHT ROOM OPEN HOUSE & REVEAL! 🏋️
We are excited to officially reveal our NEW Monroe City High School Weight Room!
📅 Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Monroe City High School
➡️ Please enter through the High School front doors
This project has been made possible through the efforts and support of many people, and we are incredibly excited about what this new space will provide for our students.
As our Strength Training classes continue to grow and interest in athletic performance and strength development continues to increase, this facility will allow us to better serve students of all ages, boys and girls alike, with a space designed to help them grow stronger, healthier, and more confident.
This is an investment not only in our athletic programs, but in our students and the future of Monroe City Schools.
There is a great story behind how this project came together, and we are excited to share more about the people, businesses, and community support that helped make it possible.
Please join us Tuesday at 6:00 PM for our New Weight Room Open House & Reveal!
⚫🟡 COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE
🏋️ #MCPRIDE
A MESSAGE FROM MONROE CITY R-1 SUPERINTENDENT MR. TONY DEGRAVE
Our newly constructed weight room is a great example of what can happen when a community strategically invests in its schools and works together to see a vision become reality. This project was made possible through the careful investment of funds from our 2023 bond issue, locally guided by MA Bank – Monroe City and the leadership of Mr. Darin Underhill and Mrs. Stephanie Baker.
The completion of this facility also marks another milestone of a series of improvements to our high school campus. These projects have included renovations to the band and chorus room, counseling department suite, high school library, alternative education classroom, History classrooms, and the installation of new interior doors throughout the high school.
Beyond providing our students with a state-of-the-art weight room, this project creates additional opportunities throughout our campus. The new facility allows us to expand space in the agriculture wood shop, convert the former weight room into a multipurpose classroom, and create more efficient inventory and storage space for our maintenance department.
Perhaps the greatest highlight of this project is that, from start to finish, it was completed entirely through the talents, labor, and commitment of local people and businesses:
▪️ Financial Guidance: MA Bank – Monroe City: Mr. Darin Underhill and Mrs. Stephanie Baker
▪️ Architectural and Design: Hutchinson Engineering: Mr. Michael Purol, Mr. Nolan Nichols and Mrs. Christina Cane
▪️ Concrete Work: Mr. Jordan Davis and Mr. Gabe Creel
▪️ Building Package: Robey’s Building Supply: Mr. Mike Robey
▪️ Construction of the Building: Mr. Tom Bock and Mr. Cade Chapman
▪️ Painting: Mr. Tom Smith and Mr. Johnathan Smith
▪️ Flooring: Mr. Brad Williams and Mr. Brian Utterback
▪️ Material Delivery: Mr. Josh Potterfield, Mr. Philip Potterfield and Mr. Jay Hufford
▪️ Equipment: Mr. Vince Smith
▪️ Internet and Security: Mr. David Hays, Mr. Royce Tharp, Mr. Gordon Gregg
▪️ Interior Design: A&S Printing: Mr. Darren Hays and Mrs. Ashley Rung
▪️ Install: Mr. Tom Bock, Mr. Mike Jones, Mr. Michael Shoemaker and Tripp, Mr. Derek Vanlandingham, Mr. Tanner Buckman
We also want to extend a special thank you to Mr. Eric Rodgers and Mr. Brock Edris for their vision, leadership, and countless efforts in helping make this project possible.
Over the past decade, our district has made significant progress in addressing its facility needs through the construction of several new buildings and major additions. With the completion of these projects, our focus now shifts from new construction to the renovation, modernization, and preservation of our existing facilities. Our latest facilities needs analysis identifies priorities within our older district buildings, including significant HVAC and roofing improvements. As we look ahead, our goal is to continue protecting the community’s investment while ensuring that every student has access to safe, secure, and modern learning environments.
This new weight room represents much more than a building. It represents the pride, commitment, and community support that make Monroe City R-1 such a special place for our students to learn, grow, and succeed.
Sincerely,
Mr. Tony Degrave
Superintendent
Monroe City R-1 School District
We are excited to officially reveal our NEW Monroe City High School Weight Room!
📅 Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Monroe City High School
➡️ Please enter through the High School front doors
This project has been made possible through the efforts and support of many people, and we are incredibly excited about what this new space will provide for our students.
As our Strength Training classes continue to grow and interest in athletic performance and strength development continues to increase, this facility will allow us to better serve students of all ages, boys and girls alike, with a space designed to help them grow stronger, healthier, and more confident.
This is an investment not only in our athletic programs, but in our students and the future of Monroe City Schools.
There is a great story behind how this project came together, and we are excited to share more about the people, businesses, and community support that helped make it possible.
Please join us Tuesday at 6:00 PM for our New Weight Room Open House & Reveal!
⚫🟡 COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE
🏋️ #MCPRIDE
A MESSAGE FROM MONROE CITY R-1 SUPERINTENDENT MR. TONY DEGRAVE
Our newly constructed weight room is a great example of what can happen when a community strategically invests in its schools and works together to see a vision become reality. This project was made possible through the careful investment of funds from our 2023 bond issue, locally guided by MA Bank – Monroe City and the leadership of Mr. Darin Underhill and Mrs. Stephanie Baker.
The completion of this facility also marks another milestone of a series of improvements to our high school campus. These projects have included renovations to the band and chorus room, counseling department suite, high school library, alternative education classroom, History classrooms, and the installation of new interior doors throughout the high school.
Beyond providing our students with a state-of-the-art weight room, this project creates additional opportunities throughout our campus. The new facility allows us to expand space in the agriculture wood shop, convert the former weight room into a multipurpose classroom, and create more efficient inventory and storage space for our maintenance department.
Perhaps the greatest highlight of this project is that, from start to finish, it was completed entirely through the talents, labor, and commitment of local people and businesses:
▪️ Financial Guidance: MA Bank – Monroe City: Mr. Darin Underhill and Mrs. Stephanie Baker
▪️ Architectural and Design: Hutchinson Engineering: Mr. Michael Purol, Mr. Nolan Nichols and Mrs. Christina Cane
▪️ Concrete Work: Mr. Jordan Davis and Mr. Gabe Creel
▪️ Building Package: Robey’s Building Supply: Mr. Mike Robey
▪️ Construction of the Building: Mr. Tom Bock and Mr. Cade Chapman
▪️ Painting: Mr. Tom Smith and Mr. Johnathan Smith
▪️ Flooring: Mr. Brad Williams and Mr. Brian Utterback
▪️ Material Delivery: Mr. Josh Potterfield, Mr. Philip Potterfield and Mr. Jay Hufford
▪️ Equipment: Mr. Vince Smith
▪️ Internet and Security: Mr. David Hays, Mr. Royce Tharp, Mr. Gordon Gregg
▪️ Interior Design: A&S Printing: Mr. Darren Hays and Mrs. Ashley Rung
▪️ Install: Mr. Tom Bock, Mr. Mike Jones, Mr. Michael Shoemaker and Tripp, Mr. Derek Vanlandingham, Mr. Tanner Buckman
We also want to extend a special thank you to Mr. Eric Rodgers and Mr. Brock Edris for their vision, leadership, and countless efforts in helping make this project possible.
Over the past decade, our district has made significant progress in addressing its facility needs through the construction of several new buildings and major additions. With the completion of these projects, our focus now shifts from new construction to the renovation, modernization, and preservation of our existing facilities. Our latest facilities needs analysis identifies priorities within our older district buildings, including significant HVAC and roofing improvements. As we look ahead, our goal is to continue protecting the community’s investment while ensuring that every student has access to safe, secure, and modern learning environments.
This new weight room represents much more than a building. It represents the pride, commitment, and community support that make Monroe City R-1 such a special place for our students to learn, grow, and succeed.
Sincerely,
Mr. Tony Degrave
Superintendent
Monroe City R-1 School District
Mentor and 2nd year mentee lunch was a success! They are eager to start the year!
⚫️Athletic Dept.🟡
🐾Weekly Activities
#MCPRIDE
🐾Weekly Activities
#MCPRIDE
🏈 FOOTBALL JAMBOREE TONIGHT!
Our Monroe City Panthers host Scotland County, Van-Far, and Mexico tonight at Lankford Field for a four-team football jamboree!
📍 Lankford Field — Monroe City
⏰ 6:00 PM Start
JAMBOREE SCHEDULE
TIME EAST FIELD WEST FIELD
6:00 PM Mexico vs. Scotland County Monroe City vs. Van-Far
6:30 PM Monroe City vs. Scotland County Mexico vs. Van-Far
7:00 PM Van-Far vs. Scotland County Monroe City vs. Mexico
Come out and get an early look at the Panthers as we prepare for the 2026 season!
GO PANTHERS!
#MCPRIDE
Our Monroe City Panthers host Scotland County, Van-Far, and Mexico tonight at Lankford Field for a four-team football jamboree!
📍 Lankford Field — Monroe City
⏰ 6:00 PM Start
JAMBOREE SCHEDULE
TIME EAST FIELD WEST FIELD
6:00 PM Mexico vs. Scotland County Monroe City vs. Van-Far
6:30 PM Monroe City vs. Scotland County Mexico vs. Van-Far
7:00 PM Van-Far vs. Scotland County Monroe City vs. Mexico
Come out and get an early look at the Panthers as we prepare for the 2026 season!
GO PANTHERS!
#MCPRIDE
From the School Nurse
🥎 GREAT NIGHT FOR PANTHER SOFTBALL!
It was a great night watching our Lady Panthers compete in tonight’s varsity softball jamboree against Bowling Green and Highland!
We’re excited to see this group continue to compete, grow, and improve throughout the season.
GO PANTHERS!
#MCPride
🥎 VARSITY SOFTBALL JAMBOREE TODAY! 🥎
Our Monroe City High School Varsity Softball team takes the field today as we host Bowling Green and Highland!
📍 Lions Club Field — Monroe City
JAMBOREE SCHEDULE
🥎 5:00 PM — Monroe City vs. Bowling Green
🥎 5:45 PM — Bowling Green vs. Highland
🥎 6:30 PM — Monroe City vs. Highland
Come out and support our Lady Panthers as they get their season underway!
GO PANTHERS!
#MCPride
Our Monroe City High School Varsity Softball team takes the field today as we host Bowling Green and Highland!
📍 Lions Club Field — Monroe City
JAMBOREE SCHEDULE
🥎 5:00 PM — Monroe City vs. Bowling Green
🥎 5:45 PM — Bowling Green vs. Highland
🥎 6:30 PM — Monroe City vs. Highland
Come out and support our Lady Panthers as they get their season underway!
GO PANTHERS!
#MCPride
🎶🥁 MCHS MARCHING BAND IS READY FOR FALL! 🥁🎶
The Monroe City High School Marching Band wrapped up band camp this morning! 🎺🎷🥁
Our students have been putting in the work and getting ready for another great season. Be sure to catch the MCHS Marching Panthers in action at a football game or band competition this fall! 🖤💛
We’re excited to see and hear what they have in store!
Great job, Panthers! 🐾🎶
#MCHS #MarchingPanthers #PantherPride #MonroeCityR1 #BandSeason #BlackAndGold
The Monroe City High School Marching Band wrapped up band camp this morning! 🎺🎷🥁
Our students have been putting in the work and getting ready for another great season. Be sure to catch the MCHS Marching Panthers in action at a football game or band competition this fall! 🖤💛
We’re excited to see and hear what they have in store!
Great job, Panthers! 🐾🎶
#MCHS #MarchingPanthers #PantherPride #MonroeCityR1 #BandSeason #BlackAndGold
⛳ Youth Golf Camp Success!
What a great three days at Mosswood Meadows for our first Youth Golf Camp!
41 future golfers took part in the camp, spending time learning the game, developing their skills, and having fun on the course.
A big thank you to Coach Butler, Coach Lehenbauer, Coach Rung, Coach Galloway and volunteers who gave their time and energy to make this camp a great experience for our kids.
We appreciate Mosswood Meadows and Devin Jarman for helping provide this opportunity and all of the kids who participated.
It is exciting to see so many young golfers getting involved and building a love for the game!
The future of Panther Golf is bright!
#MCGolf
#MCPRIDE
What a great three days at Mosswood Meadows for our first Youth Golf Camp!
41 future golfers took part in the camp, spending time learning the game, developing their skills, and having fun on the course.
A big thank you to Coach Butler, Coach Lehenbauer, Coach Rung, Coach Galloway and volunteers who gave their time and energy to make this camp a great experience for our kids.
We appreciate Mosswood Meadows and Devin Jarman for helping provide this opportunity and all of the kids who participated.
It is exciting to see so many young golfers getting involved and building a love for the game!
The future of Panther Golf is bright!
#MCGolf
#MCPRIDE
A new school year is getting started! If you would like to show our teachers some love and support, we are accepting donations of snacks and drinks! Thanks to all who participate!
📢 Notice for Children in Private or Parentally Placed Settings
The Proportionate Share Consultation Meeting with non-public school stakeholders will be held:
📅 Date: August 17, 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00–1:30 PM
📍 Location: Central Office
Purpose:
This meeting provides an opportunity for private school and homeschool stakeholders to discuss processes and services available to students identified with a disability.
The Proportionate Share Consultation Meeting with non-public school stakeholders will be held:
📅 Date: August 17, 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00–1:30 PM
📍 Location: Central Office
Purpose:
This meeting provides an opportunity for private school and homeschool stakeholders to discuss processes and services available to students identified with a disability.
Annual Tax Rate Hearing Notice: Monday, 8/24/26 6:00pm Location: Central Office Conference Room
Attention: All Seniors
🏈🥎🏃⛳️ IT’S OFFICIALLY FALL SPORTS SEASON! 🐾
Today our Monroe City High School fall teams hit the field and course for their first official practices of the 2026 season! Go Panthers!
#MCPRIDE
Supply Drop Off Night for Elementary - August 24!
40 Years!!!!
Welcome back MCHS Class of 1986#PantherAlumni
⚫️Attention Monroe City Athletic & Activity Families!🟡
The 2026-27 school year is here, and we are excited to introduce FinalForms as our new registration platform for Monroe City athletics and activities!
✔FinalForms will help simplify the registration process for families and allow us to keep important participation information organized in one place. Through FinalForms, families will be able to:
*Register students for athletics and activities for the school year
*Complete and electronically sign required forms and policies
*Upload and maintain sports physical information
*Receive reminders when a physical or other required information is expiring
*Easily update information throughout the year
*Help coaches and school staff quickly determine when a student has completed the necessary requirements for participation
Registration is now open❗️
We are asking families of students who plan to participate in a MSHSAA-sponsored sport or activity in grades 6-12 to create their FinalForms account and begin completing the required information.
Follow the link below for details on how to register. This will also be shared on each SportsYou team page.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17tW2FsFl3SUCwrfvc8dTzHq4FT1gvBFs/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100247432295727600538&rtpof=true&sd=true
We are excited about this transition and believe FinalForms will make the registration and eligibility process much easier for our students, families, coaches, and school staff moving forward.
Go Panthers! 🐾
#MCPRIDE