
FREE AND REDUCED MEAL APPLICATION: Parents/guardians are encouraged to fill out the free and reduced meal application for the 2025-2026 school year. A link to fill out an online application is available in the parent portal account in Infinite Campus. A PDF of the application is available on the district's website to download, print and fill out.
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




MEAL PRICES: Below are the meal prices for the 2025-2026 school year.
Primary School and Elementary School
Breakfast: $1.50
Lunch: $2.50
Middle School and High School
Breakfast: $1.60
Lunch: $2.60
Breakfast and lunch menus for each of the schools are available here: myschoolmenus.com/organizations/1890
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.


📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Ella Criswell to the Southern Boone Primary School team as a Kindergarten Teacher!
Ella earned her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and is beginning her first year in education. Though new to teaching, she’s no stranger to Southern Boone — she’s a proud graduate who attended school here from pre-K through high school! 🎓
During her student teaching at the Primary School, Ella was inspired by the incredible dedication of the staff. Now, she’s thrilled to officially join the team and be part of the supportive, close-knit community that shaped her.
Outside the classroom, Ella enjoys hiking, traveling, reading, gardening, baking, and spending time with her family and friends. 🌿🍰📚
Ella shared, “I’m excited to teach in the school district I attended from pre-K through high school graduation... I am so grateful to be a part of this tight-knit school community!” 🦅
Help us give her a warm welcome back to Southern Boone! 🌟


DISTRICT CALENDAR: The 2025-2026 District Calendar is available to view and download 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.


📍 Southern Boone High School
We’re excited to welcome MacKenzie Black to the Southern Boone High School team as our new Agriculture Education teacher and FFA Advisor!
MacKenzie is a proud Southern Boone graduate and returns to her hometown after earning her Associate’s Degree from MACC in 2021 and her Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Education – Teacher Certification from Mizzou in 2024. 🎓
She’s entering her second year of teaching, having previously taught and served as FFA Advisor at Kearney High School. MacKenzie also completed her student teaching at Bolivar High School.
Outside of the classroom, MacKenzie loves spending time outdoors — camping, hiking, and reading are some of her favorite hobbies. She’s also a proud dog mom to Goose, a miniature dachshund, and Gunner, a chocolate lab. 🐶🐾
MacKenzie shared, “I’m excited to be teaching in the Southern Boone District where I grew up and to be part of this supportive community again. Go Eagles!” 🦅
Help us give her a warm welcome back to Southern Boone! 🌟


SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS: Supply lists for each of the school buildings are 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.


We're looking for two morning and afternoon route drivers for the upcoming school year!
💵 Pay starts at $27.63 per route and $17/hour for trips
💼 100% district-paid health insurance for qualifying drivers
📋 CDL required – Paid on-site training available!
🔗 Apply today at sbschools.us/employment
Questions? Contact Kyle Foreman at 573-657-3010 or kforeman@sbschools.us.


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ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN: Online registration for current students for the 2025-2026 school year is available in your Parent Portal in Infinite Campus
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at sbschools.us/backtoschool. If you have any back-to-school related questions, please send an email to communications@sbschools.us.


Reserve your books ahead of time here: https://bit.ly/43n2Epf


MORE INFO:
https://www.sbschools.us/o/soboco-athletics/article/2318690


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UPDATE: Due to custodial crews waxing the floors at the primary school, this evening's Stop The Summer Slide is canceled. Please hold on to your books until the next SSS. Thank you for your understanding!

Today, we welcomed two shiny new 2026 77-passenger buses to our fleet! 🎉 These buses come equipped with undercarriage luggage compartments, ready to enhance our school activity trips. 🎒✨
Here's to safer, more comfortable travels ahead for our students!


LOCATION CHANGE: Southern Boone will be offering physicals for students in 7th-12th grade on Tuesday, July 29th, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. at the MIDDLE SCHOOL. Please use the middle school main entrance. Checks need to be made payable to Peak Sport and Spine. Physicals are good for 2 calendar years from the date of the exam. Click the link below for additional fall sports and activities information.
MORE INFO:
https://www.sbschools.us/o/soboco-athletics/article/2318690


MORE INFO:
https://www.sbschools.us/o/soboco-athletics/article/2318690


Additional information about online registration and other back-to-school related resources is available at sbschools.us/backtoschool


The Teacher of the Year program celebrates educators who make a profound impact on their students' lives. Rebekah was selected from nearly 500 nominees across 284 school districts statewide. Next up, DESE will unveil the semi-finalists for the 2026 Missouri Teacher of the Year award in August. 🍎🎉
Congratulations to Mrs. Hammett on this well-deserved recognition!


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