REMINDER: No school on Friday, August 29th, 2025, and Monday, September 1st, 2025. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025.
View the 2025-2026 district calendar at sbschools.us/calendar.
View the 2025-2026 district calendar at sbschools.us/calendar.
📢 WE'RE HIRING 📢 Southern Boone School District is looking for a caring and dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2025-2026 school year. If you have a passion for working with young children and supporting students with special needs, we’d love to hear from you!
Learn more and apply online at sbschools.us/employment.
Questions? Email Special Services Director Breena Eddy at beddy@sbschools.us.
Learn more and apply online at sbschools.us/employment.
Questions? Email Special Services Director Breena Eddy at beddy@sbschools.us.
🗣️ Meet Callyn Kinney – Speech Language Pathologist
📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Callyn Kinney to the Southern Boone Primary School team as our new Speech Language Pathologist!
Callyn earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Truman State University and is beginning her first year in education. She’s excited to start her career supporting students’ communication growth and building strong connections within the school community.
Outside of school, Callyn enjoys going on walks, reading, and spending time with her family. She especially loves keeping up with her energetic 3-year-old nephew, who makes life lively and fun. 📚👟👩👩👦
Callyn shared, “I am so excited about working at Southern Boone because of how supportive and welcoming the staff has been! I can't wait to start my career in this amazing school district!”
Help us give Callyn a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Callyn Kinney to the Southern Boone Primary School team as our new Speech Language Pathologist!
Callyn earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Truman State University and is beginning her first year in education. She’s excited to start her career supporting students’ communication growth and building strong connections within the school community.
Outside of school, Callyn enjoys going on walks, reading, and spending time with her family. She especially loves keeping up with her energetic 3-year-old nephew, who makes life lively and fun. 📚👟👩👩👦
Callyn shared, “I am so excited about working at Southern Boone because of how supportive and welcoming the staff has been! I can't wait to start my career in this amazing school district!”
Help us give Callyn a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
🍎 Meet Ananiah Talton – 1st Grade Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Ananiah Talton to the Southern Boone Primary School team as a 1st Grade Teacher!
Ananiah studied at William Woods University and brings four years of teaching experience to her new role. She’s passionate about helping young learners build a strong foundation and grow with confidence.
When she’s not in the classroom, you’ll often find Ananiah spending time with her family, traveling, or behind the camera enjoying her love for photography. She especially enjoys exploring new places and trying new things — always looking for the next adventure and learning opportunity. 📸✈️
Ananiah shared, “I’m so excited to be joining the Southern Boone community! I feel incredibly grateful to be part of such an amazing team of staff and families. I can’t wait to meet my students, build connections, and grow together this year!”
Help us give Ananiah a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Ananiah Talton to the Southern Boone Primary School team as a 1st Grade Teacher!
Ananiah studied at William Woods University and brings four years of teaching experience to her new role. She’s passionate about helping young learners build a strong foundation and grow with confidence.
When she’s not in the classroom, you’ll often find Ananiah spending time with her family, traveling, or behind the camera enjoying her love for photography. She especially enjoys exploring new places and trying new things — always looking for the next adventure and learning opportunity. 📸✈️
Ananiah shared, “I’m so excited to be joining the Southern Boone community! I feel incredibly grateful to be part of such an amazing team of staff and families. I can’t wait to meet my students, build connections, and grow together this year!”
Help us give Ananiah a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
REMINDER: Early dismissal will be at 2PM TODAY and every Wednesday throughout the school year.
View the 2025-2025 district calendar here: sbschools.us/calendar
View the 2025-2025 district calendar here: sbschools.us/calendar
🔬 Meet Tara Blue – High School Science Teacher
📍 Southern Boone High School
We’re excited to welcome Tara Blue to the Southern Boone High School team as a Science Teacher!
Tara earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Environmental Management and went on to complete her Master’s degree in Environmental Science. She brings five years of teaching experience to Southern Boone and a strong passion for helping students explore the world of science.
At home, Tara loves cooking for her family. With all three of her kids attending Southern Boone High School this year, she shared that there’s no place she’d rather be than right here at Southern Boone.🍳
Tara shared, “Kids are our most promising investment towards the future.”
Help us give Tara a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
We want to see your first day of school pictures! You can post them in the comments below or email them to communications@sbschools.us. We'll share your pictures on the school district's social media later today.
✨ FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL ✨ Our teachers and staff can’t wait to welcome students back tomorrow! 🎒✏️ Here’s to a new school year filled with learning, growth, and unforgettable memories. ❤️
REMINDER: The first day of school for the Southern Boone School District is tomorrow (Tuesday, August 26th, 2025). Back-to-school related information is available at sbschools.us/backtoschool.
View the 2025-2026 district calendar here: sbschools.us/calendar
View the 2025-2026 district calendar here: sbschools.us/calendar
📚 Meet Jennifer Anthony – Literacy Support Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Elementary School
We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Anthony to the Southern Boone Elementary School team as our new Literacy Support Teacher!
Jennifer is a Southern Boone alum who went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree from Columbia College and her Master’s degree in Reading from Northwest Missouri State University. She brings 10 years of teaching experience and a strong passion for helping students grow as readers.
Jennifer and her husband, Steven, have been married for almost 12 years and have two children — Maddox, who will be entering 2nd grade, and Madelyn, who is starting Pre-K this year as a brand-new Eagle! In her free time, Jennifer enjoys going on walks, camping, shopping, spending time with friends and family, and, of course, reading. 📖⛺
Jennifer shared, “Southern Boone is my home! It is an honor to serve the kids in the community that helped shape who I am today.”
Help us give Jennifer a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Elementary School
We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Anthony to the Southern Boone Elementary School team as our new Literacy Support Teacher!
Jennifer is a Southern Boone alum who went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree from Columbia College and her Master’s degree in Reading from Northwest Missouri State University. She brings 10 years of teaching experience and a strong passion for helping students grow as readers.
Jennifer and her husband, Steven, have been married for almost 12 years and have two children — Maddox, who will be entering 2nd grade, and Madelyn, who is starting Pre-K this year as a brand-new Eagle! In her free time, Jennifer enjoys going on walks, camping, shopping, spending time with friends and family, and, of course, reading. 📖⛺
Jennifer shared, “Southern Boone is my home! It is an honor to serve the kids in the community that helped shape who I am today.”
Help us give Jennifer a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
Thank you to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office for leading Active Threat Response Training with teachers and staff from all four of our school buildings today.
This important training helps ensure we are prepared to keep our students and staff safe in any situation. We appreciate the Sheriff’s Office for their time, expertise, and partnership in supporting our schools.
This important training helps ensure we are prepared to keep our students and staff safe in any situation. We appreciate the Sheriff’s Office for their time, expertise, and partnership in supporting our schools.
📲 Stay connected with Rooms—our new two-way communication platform in the Southern Boone App! Families can now easily connect with teachers, coaches, and school staff-all in one secure place.
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🍎 Meet Adrienne Suter – Kindergarten Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Adrienne Suter to the Southern Boone Primary School team as a Kindergarten Teacher!
Adrienne graduated from the University of Missouri (Mizzou) with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and is beginning her first year teaching in her own classroom.
Originally from St. Louis, Adrienne comes from a big, close-knit family with five siblings. In her free time, she enjoys going on walks and cooking with her boyfriend, Spencer, as well as reading, doing art projects, and traveling—especially to warm, sunny places. 🌞✈️
Adrienne shared, “I’m so excited to work at Southern Boone because it already feels like home! During my time student teaching here, I built such strong connections with the staff, students, and families, and I truly felt supported and welcomed. I can’t wait to continue growing as an educator in a place that values community, relationships, and student success. I feel so lucky to start my teaching journey in such a special district!”
Help us give Adrienne a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Adrienne Suter to the Southern Boone Primary School team as a Kindergarten Teacher!
Adrienne graduated from the University of Missouri (Mizzou) with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and is beginning her first year teaching in her own classroom.
Originally from St. Louis, Adrienne comes from a big, close-knit family with five siblings. In her free time, she enjoys going on walks and cooking with her boyfriend, Spencer, as well as reading, doing art projects, and traveling—especially to warm, sunny places. 🌞✈️
Adrienne shared, “I’m so excited to work at Southern Boone because it already feels like home! During my time student teaching here, I built such strong connections with the staff, students, and families, and I truly felt supported and welcomed. I can’t wait to continue growing as an educator in a place that values community, relationships, and student success. I feel so lucky to start my teaching journey in such a special district!”
Help us give Adrienne a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
🏫🎒📝 📖✏️#14 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts🏫🎒📝 📖✏️
DISTRICT COMMUNICATION: For parents/guardians with students in the district, it is important that you have a current email address and cell phone number in your parent portal account in Infinite Campus. Please check to make sure your contact information is up-to-date in your account so you are receiving all school-related communication from the district, building principals and your child’s teachers.
Important emails from the school district will be sent from the communications@ashland.k12.mo.us email address, text messages will be sent from the phone number, 98900 and you will receive automated phone calls from the phone number, 573-657-2147.
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.
DISTRICT COMMUNICATION: For parents/guardians with students in the district, it is important that you have a current email address and cell phone number in your parent portal account in Infinite Campus. Please check to make sure your contact information is up-to-date in your account so you are receiving all school-related communication from the district, building principals and your child’s teachers.
Important emails from the school district will be sent from the communications@ashland.k12.mo.us email address, text messages will be sent from the phone number, 98900 and you will receive automated phone calls from the phone number, 573-657-2147.
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.
🖥️ Meet Angela Hayward – Administrative Assistant
📍 Southern Boone High School Counselors' Office
We’re excited to welcome Angela Hayward to the Southern Boone High School team as an Administrative Assistant in the Counselors' Office!
Angela graduated from Central Methodist University in 2020 with a degree in Criminal Justice and is currently re-enrolled at CMU to finish her teaching certification in Elementary Education. Before coming to Southern Boone, she spent three years working in higher education.
Angela and her fiancé, John, have three children — Kinleigh (6th grade), Delanie (4th grade), and John Maverick (1st grade) — who are all joining Southern Boone this year! Outside of work, Angela enjoys hunting, fishing, and camping, though most of her free time is happily spent at the ballfield or gym, cheering on her kids in baseball, softball, basketball, and cheer. ⚾🏀📣
Angela shared, “I started at Southern Boone in April and have absolutely loved my time here so far. The high school counselors and administration are top notch, and I’m so glad I get to work with such an amazing group of people.”
Help us give Angela a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone High School Counselors' Office
We’re excited to welcome Angela Hayward to the Southern Boone High School team as an Administrative Assistant in the Counselors' Office!
Angela graduated from Central Methodist University in 2020 with a degree in Criminal Justice and is currently re-enrolled at CMU to finish her teaching certification in Elementary Education. Before coming to Southern Boone, she spent three years working in higher education.
Angela and her fiancé, John, have three children — Kinleigh (6th grade), Delanie (4th grade), and John Maverick (1st grade) — who are all joining Southern Boone this year! Outside of work, Angela enjoys hunting, fishing, and camping, though most of her free time is happily spent at the ballfield or gym, cheering on her kids in baseball, softball, basketball, and cheer. ⚾🏀📣
Angela shared, “I started at Southern Boone in April and have absolutely loved my time here so far. The high school counselors and administration are top notch, and I’m so glad I get to work with such an amazing group of people.”
Help us give Angela a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
🏫🎒📝 📖✏️#13 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts🏫🎒📝 📖✏️
2PM EARLY OUT WEDNESDAYS: 2 p.m. early dismissal every Wednesday during the 2025-2026 school year.
View the 2025-2026 district calendar here: https://5il.co/36hgc
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.
2PM EARLY OUT WEDNESDAYS: 2 p.m. early dismissal every Wednesday during the 2025-2026 school year.
View the 2025-2026 district calendar here: https://5il.co/36hgc
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.
📖 Meet Jessica Dobbs – 7th Grade ELA Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Middle School
We’re excited to welcome Jessica Dobbs to the Southern Boone Middle School team as our new 7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher!
Jessica brings 15 years of experience in education, having previously taught 4th and 5th grade and served as an instructional coach. Her experience and passion for teaching literacy will be a great asset to Southern Boone students.
Jessica shared, “I’m excited to get to know the students and attend their events!”
Help us give Jessica a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Middle School
We’re excited to welcome Jessica Dobbs to the Southern Boone Middle School team as our new 7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher!
Jessica brings 15 years of experience in education, having previously taught 4th and 5th grade and served as an instructional coach. Her experience and passion for teaching literacy will be a great asset to Southern Boone students.
Jessica shared, “I’m excited to get to know the students and attend their events!”
Help us give Jessica a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
🚨 WE'RE HIRING! 🚨 Southern Boone School District is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. If you’re organized, reliable, and ready to make a difference behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today at sbsschools.us/employment
👉 Apply today at sbsschools.us/employment
🏫🎒📝 📖✏️ #12 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts 🏫🎒📝 📖✏️
OPEN HOUSE: Primary school and elementary school open house is tonight from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.
OPEN HOUSE: Primary school and elementary school open house is tonight from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.
🏫🎒📝 📖✏️ #11 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts 🏫🎒📝 📖✏️
OPEN HOUSE: Middle school and high school open house is tonight from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.
OPEN HOUSE: Middle school and high school open house is tonight from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.
