The Madison C-3 Lady Panther softball team said goodbye to five seniors in 24-25 leaving an expectation to build and grow in the coming years. While their record does not tell the full story, there has been growth in young athletes in high stress positions. Many are moving on to the next sports season, which is basketball, and a few will return to the field as members of the boys' baseball team in the fall. 

The Madison C-3 School District junior and seniors produced the annual school play on October 29th. The students did a great job acting out their character roles, working on props, and learning their lines. The play was performed for the student body during school with the main performance at 7 pm. All proceeds go towards new equipment, supplies, and prompts. A special thanks to Ms. Jackson for all of her hard work in making this play production possible each year. 

Madison C-3's Student Council is working under the advisement of Ms. Adcock to not only represent the student body but to increase panther student pride. The student led group is represented by student nominated leadership. The council's work can be seen at pep assemblies and various events such as dances held throughout the year. 

The Madison National Honor Society (NHS) is a membership organization in which membership is granted based on academic achievements and personal qualities. 

Members participate in various activities and projects throughout the academic year that promote the four pillars in which the NHS promotes. The four pillars are scholarship, character, leadership and service. These pillars collectively aim to develop well-rounded individuals who excel academically, possess strong character, demonstrate leadership, and are dedicated to serving their community. 

The NHS provides a an opportunity for students to develop their leadership skills, engage in community service, and foster a lifelong commitment to learning and ethical behavior. 

The Madison C-3 chapter of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a national career and technical student organization that focuses on personal growth, leadership development, and career preparation through Family and Consumer Sciences education. 

The Madison C-3 members do important work such as organizing services important to the community such as sponsoring families in need for the Christmas holiday. The chapter is led by Ms. Brown who brings leadership and a sincere service heart. 

The Madison C-3 FFA chapter is one of the largest member student organizations available to 7-12 grade students. FFA is one of the few member organizations that carry on into college. Advised by Ms. Haverkamp, members participate in a wide variety of activities and programs promoting varied interest in agricultural education, leadership development, career success and community service.

The FFA motto of "Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Learning to Live, Living to Serve" reflects the organization's commitment to developing well-rounded individuals who are prepared to lead and serve in their communities. 

The Madison C-3 chapter is engaged in competitions, conferences and community events where our students to gain valuable skills, knowledge, and experiences that will benefit them throughout their lives. The chapter also knows how to have fun hosting several events throughout the year. 

The FFA is also known for their annual fruit sales fundraising event which helps each student gain insightful sales and interpersonal skills as well as raise funds to support their chapter. THey aslo clean up nice when they are representing their chapter in official dress. Keep your eyes peeled for upcoming posts on contest results as our chapter is sure to shine!

The Madison C-3 Quiz Bowl team is a group of s middle, junior high and high school students who participate in academic competitions where they answer questions on a wide range of topics. During the competitions, student teams buzz in to answer questions on varied topics such as history, literature, science, mathematics, fine arts, current events, and more. 

The participants of the quiz bowl team is to encourage learning, critical thinking, and teamwork. Overall, it is a fun way for students to challenge themselves academically and celebrate their collective inquisitive nature. 

This year's quiz bowl team has come away with some strong wins, which is impressive considering that several members are middle/junior high students and are competing against older teams.

The junior high basketball season featured some great plays and pleny of excitement for our junior high players. The junior high teams provide an exciting opportunity for 6th -8th grade athletes to learn the game and build valuable basketball and team building skills. 

The junior high season is also the first experience for younger players to experience juggling academic and sports responsibilities which teaches students responsibility and time management. The opportunity for student athletes to be team captains helps to develop leadership both on and off of the court. 

As a community, we are excited to see the 8th graders rise to the high school challenge next year. A big thank you to Coach Hardin and Jones on a great junior high season!

The junior high cheer season brought out an enthusiastic group of young ladies who were not just there to cheer, but to cheer well and loud! With a large group of 6th - 8th grade girls, the squad held an impressionable presence courtside as they not only supported the junior high basketball players but engaged the fans with Panther spirit. 

Several of the girls not only cheered but also played basketball which meant twice the level of commitment. Coach Emily Painter did a fantastic job training and inspiring the girls. It was great to see the positivity of the cheer captains and the squad on and off of the court!

Coach Mason Hardin is bringing focus, determination and plain hard work back to the hardwood at Madison C-3. The boys high school basketball team can be seen working hard, even when facing imposing competition. 

As a team, the boys are learning to work together and to work as a team. Although the hard work does not always show up as a win on the scoreboard, the wins can be counted in hustle, respect and endurance. 

Coach Rebekah Jones is working with a small but dedicated group of female athletes that are successful both on and off of the court. While each game may not result in a win, it is easy to see that the team in competing each game and are consistently showing improvement. 

While small in overall numbers, the team makes up for that in experience with four seniors. Rounded out with the contribution of 4 sophomores the team had the ability to pounce on the board in the lane and beyond the three point line.  While we will be sad to send off our seniors, we are looking forward to the upcoming 8th graders joingin them on the hardwood. 

The Madison C-3 Booster Club hosted its annual Purple & Gold Night on Tuesday, December 17th. This annual fundraiser event showcases all of the Panther athletes. Guests not only had the opportunity to purchase Panther swag but could participate in the chuck the duck contest. 

The evening also consisted of a pie and basket auction as well as picture signing by the high school girls' basketball photos. Tp round out the evening the high school boys basketball scrimmage which was fun to watch. It was a well-attended fun night spent supporting our Panthers!

Tradition meets spirit as students and faculty participate in fun, spirit filled events homecoming week.  The annual week of Homecoming at Madison C-3 is a weeklong celebration that matriculates with Friday night varsity basketball games, cheerleading performances and the anticipated king and queen coronation. Win or lose on the court, the students bring their spirit and sparkly dance ready clothes to the Homecoming dance where food, music and school spirit were on full display.

Madison C-3 Senior Night was canceled due to inclement weather. The Senior Class of 2025 will be recognized at a reception on Friday, March 13th.  

Madison C-3 seniors will formally close their final chapter on Sunday, May 11th. The ceremony will be held at the Madison C-3 gymnasium from 2-3 pm. 

Madison C-3 will celebrate the  Pre-K and Kindergarten graduates on Thursday, May 15th. The celebration will be held in the gymnasium from 6:00 – 6:30 pm. We hope to see everyone out to celebrate our youngest of Panthers.

Madison C-3 will be hosting the annual spring spelling bee. The spelling bee will showcase elementary students and their ability to decode words and provide their correct spelling.  We cannot wait to capture the event, the participants, and the winners alike! The spelling bee will be held on March 5th at 5pm. 

Madison C-3 high school students will soon take to the track and field to showcase speed, endurance and great jumps and throws! We are hoping for great spring weather but regardless of the conditions, our Panthers will compete with spirit!

After a shortened fall baseball season, the cleated boys and girls are ready to get back to dirt and baseball! We are excited to see what this season brings as Coach Love and Coach Harden lead the Panthers to a great season. 

Madison C-3 seniors are hard at work fund raising and ensuring that they have all of their t's crossed and i's dotted. A special thanks to senior sponsor Ms. Purdy who devotes a great deal of time and effort to support our seniors. We cannot wait to get the picture perfect photos from their trip!