❤️🩹 A group of Southern Boone teachers, staff and coaches recently completed CPR training to earn or renew their certification.
This important hands-on training helps ensure our team is prepared to respond confidently during a medical emergency. An additional CPR training course will be offered to staff next week.
Thank you to everyone who participated and remains committed to keeping our students, staff and school community safe! 🦅❤️🖤
This important hands-on training helps ensure our team is prepared to respond confidently during a medical emergency. An additional CPR training course will be offered to staff next week.
Thank you to everyone who participated and remains committed to keeping our students, staff and school community safe! 🦅❤️🖤
🏫 Preparing for a Great School Year!
Our district administration team spent the past two days collaborating and preparing for the 2026–2027 school year. The sessions included department updates, discussing a variety of topics, planning for upcoming district activities and events, and attending a school law seminar.
From instruction and student support to transportation, communications and school safety, every department plays an important role in helping our schools succeed.
We appreciate our administrators’ leadership, teamwork and continued commitment to Southern Boone students, staff and families. We’re excited for another great school year! 🦅❤️🖤
Our district administration team spent the past two days collaborating and preparing for the 2026–2027 school year. The sessions included department updates, discussing a variety of topics, planning for upcoming district activities and events, and attending a school law seminar.
From instruction and student support to transportation, communications and school safety, every department plays an important role in helping our schools succeed.
We appreciate our administrators’ leadership, teamwork and continued commitment to Southern Boone students, staff and families. We’re excited for another great school year! 🦅❤️🖤
🏫🚌✏️🖍️ #3 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts
DISTRICT CALENDAR: The 2026-2027 District Calendar is available to view and download here: www.sbschools.us/calendar
Student Vacation Planner Document: https://aptg.co/gX4hnG
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool.
DISTRICT CALENDAR: The 2026-2027 District Calendar is available to view and download here: www.sbschools.us/calendar
Student Vacation Planner Document: https://aptg.co/gX4hnG
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool.
🍎🦅 NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT: KRISTEN COLBERT
Please join us in welcoming Kristen Colbert to the Southern Boone School District! Kristen will serve as the district’s director of facilities. She brings five years of experience with Simi Valley Unified School District in California and three years of experience as a manager of real estate and development.
Kristen is excited to lead the district’s facilities and maintenance team as it works to provide safe, clean and welcoming learning environments. “I look forward to collaborating with the team, supporting their work and continuing to make a positive impact across the district.”
Kristen previously served the Ashland community for two years as an alderwoman. She is excited to continue giving back through her new role with the district.
Kristen and her husband, Nate, moved to Ashland from Southern California five years ago. Their son, Colton, will be a second grader at Southern Boone Primary School, and their daughter, Mckenzie, is looking forward to becoming an Eagle in a few years. The family enjoys spending time at the Ashland pool and participating in soccer, flag football and baseball. Kristen also enjoys early-morning workouts at the Southern Boone Area YMCA.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Kristen!🦅❤️🖤
Please join us in welcoming Kristen Colbert to the Southern Boone School District! Kristen will serve as the district’s director of facilities. She brings five years of experience with Simi Valley Unified School District in California and three years of experience as a manager of real estate and development.
Kristen is excited to lead the district’s facilities and maintenance team as it works to provide safe, clean and welcoming learning environments. “I look forward to collaborating with the team, supporting their work and continuing to make a positive impact across the district.”
Kristen previously served the Ashland community for two years as an alderwoman. She is excited to continue giving back through her new role with the district.
Kristen and her husband, Nate, moved to Ashland from Southern California five years ago. Their son, Colton, will be a second grader at Southern Boone Primary School, and their daughter, Mckenzie, is looking forward to becoming an Eagle in a few years. The family enjoys spending time at the Ashland pool and participating in soccer, flag football and baseball. Kristen also enjoys early-morning workouts at the Southern Boone Area YMCA.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Kristen!🦅❤️🖤
📣 We’re hiring at Southern Boone Primary School for the 2026–2027 school year!
Full-Time Kindergarten Aide
Part-Time Pre-Kindergarten Aide
Join our team and help support Southern Boone’s youngest learners!
Apply online at www.sbschools.us/employment. 🦅❤️🖤
Full-Time Kindergarten Aide
Part-Time Pre-Kindergarten Aide
Join our team and help support Southern Boone’s youngest learners!
Apply online at www.sbschools.us/employment. 🦅❤️🖤
🏫🚌✏️🖍️ #2 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts
SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS: Supply lists for each of the school buildings are available on the district's website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool.
SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS: Supply lists for each of the school buildings are available on the district's website at www.sbschools.us/backtoschool.
🍎🦅 NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT: DENICE BETRUE-WEBB
Please join us in welcoming Denice Betrue-Webb to the Southern Boone School District! Denice will serve as the Family and Consumer Sciences teacher at Southern Boone High School and brings three years of experience in education to her new role.
Denice is excited to help students explore new interests and opportunities. “I’m looking forward to getting students excited about culinary arts and the hospitality field.”
Outside of school, Denice enjoys riding horses and walking five to six miles each day. She is also the proud mother of five children.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Denice!🦅❤️🖤
Please join us in welcoming Denice Betrue-Webb to the Southern Boone School District! Denice will serve as the Family and Consumer Sciences teacher at Southern Boone High School and brings three years of experience in education to her new role.
Denice is excited to help students explore new interests and opportunities. “I’m looking forward to getting students excited about culinary arts and the hospitality field.”
Outside of school, Denice enjoys riding horses and walking five to six miles each day. She is also the proud mother of five children.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Denice!🦅❤️🖤
🏫🚌✏️🖍️ #1 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts
ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN: Online registration for current students for the 2026-2027 school year is available in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at sbschools.us/backtoschool.
ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN: Online registration for current students for the 2026-2027 school year is available in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Additional back-to-school information is available on the district’s website at sbschools.us/backtoschool.
🍎🦅 NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT: CORBIN FUSSELMAN
Please join us in welcoming Corbin Fusselman to the Southern Boone School District! Corbin will teach 7th and 8th grade science and 5th grade study skills at Southern Boone Middle School. This will be his first classroom teaching position after previously working as a substitute teacher.
Corbin earned his bachelor’s degree in Middle School Education and is the first person in his family to attend and graduate from college.
Corbin is excited to begin his teaching career at Southern Boone. “The district is about the same size and feels similar to my hometown.”
The youngest of three siblings, Corbin enjoys gardening, playing chess, spending time outdoors and going on float trips with friends.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Corbin!🦅❤️🖤
Please join us in welcoming Corbin Fusselman to the Southern Boone School District! Corbin will teach 7th and 8th grade science and 5th grade study skills at Southern Boone Middle School. This will be his first classroom teaching position after previously working as a substitute teacher.
Corbin earned his bachelor’s degree in Middle School Education and is the first person in his family to attend and graduate from college.
Corbin is excited to begin his teaching career at Southern Boone. “The district is about the same size and feels similar to my hometown.”
The youngest of three siblings, Corbin enjoys gardening, playing chess, spending time outdoors and going on float trips with friends.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Corbin!🦅❤️🖤
📣 WE'RE HIRING: 6th Grade Science Teacher
Southern Boone Middle School is seeking a 6th Grade Science Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. Join our collaborative team and help create an engaging learning environment for students!
Learn more and apply online at www.sbschools.us/employment. 🦅❤️🖤
Southern Boone Middle School is seeking a 6th Grade Science Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. Join our collaborative team and help create an engaging learning environment for students!
Learn more and apply online at www.sbschools.us/employment. 🦅❤️🖤
📚 S-T-O-P the Summer Slide! ☀️
It's happening today! Keep your child reading all summer by stopping by our weekly drive-thru book checkout.
📍 Primary School Bus Loop
🕓 Today | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Teachers will bring books right to your car, and you can exchange them throughout the summer for new books.
Reserve your books ahead of time: https://tinyurl.com/3m7ur4nm
It's happening today! Keep your child reading all summer by stopping by our weekly drive-thru book checkout.
📍 Primary School Bus Loop
🕓 Today | 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Teachers will bring books right to your car, and you can exchange them throughout the summer for new books.
Reserve your books ahead of time: https://tinyurl.com/3m7ur4nm
🍎🦅 NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT: HEIDI DILLON
Please join us in welcoming Heidi Dillon to the Southern Boone School District! Heidi will serve as the school counselor at Southern Boone Elementary School and brings 12 years of experience in education to her new role.
Heidi graduated from Columbia College with a degree in General Studies and earned her teaching certification through the American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence. She also holds a master’s degree in School Counseling from Grand Canyon University.
Heidi is excited to join the district’s welcoming community. “Everyone has been so welcoming to me! I’m also excited for my daughter to grow up as an Eagle!”
Outside of school, Heidi enjoys spending time outdoors, relaxing in her pool and fishing with her family. Her family also has chickens, goats, cats and a dog.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Heidi!🦅❤️🖤
Please join us in welcoming Heidi Dillon to the Southern Boone School District! Heidi will serve as the school counselor at Southern Boone Elementary School and brings 12 years of experience in education to her new role.
Heidi graduated from Columbia College with a degree in General Studies and earned her teaching certification through the American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence. She also holds a master’s degree in School Counseling from Grand Canyon University.
Heidi is excited to join the district’s welcoming community. “Everyone has been so welcoming to me! I’m also excited for my daughter to grow up as an Eagle!”
Outside of school, Heidi enjoys spending time outdoors, relaxing in her pool and fishing with her family. Her family also has chickens, goats, cats and a dog.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Heidi!🦅❤️🖤
🦅🔴⚫ Here's the latest edition of Eagle E-News!
📆 Important Dates to Remember
🏫 Message from the Superintendent
📚 2026-2027 Back-to-School Guide
🏈 Fall Sports Information
👩🏫 Become a Substitute Teacher
📢 School-Related News and Announcements
📣 Community-Related Events and Announcements
📰 READ THE E-NEWSLETTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/mrxz5cxd
📆 Important Dates to Remember
🏫 Message from the Superintendent
📚 2026-2027 Back-to-School Guide
🏈 Fall Sports Information
👩🏫 Become a Substitute Teacher
📢 School-Related News and Announcements
📣 Community-Related Events and Announcements
📰 READ THE E-NEWSLETTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/mrxz5cxd
🍎🦅 NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT: BROOKE MONTEGGIA
Please join us in welcoming Brooke Monteggia to the Southern Boone School District! Brooke will begin her first year of teaching as a kindergarten teacher at Southern Boone Primary School.
Brooke graduated from the University of Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She also completed her student teaching at Southern Boone Primary.
Brooke is excited to return and begin her teaching career in a welcoming and supportive community. “I can’t wait to build relationships with my students, help them learn and grow, and be a part of the Southern Boone community.”
Originally from Heyworth, Illinois, Brooke enjoys spending time with her family, going on walks, crafting and attending country concerts.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Brooke!🦅❤️🖤
Please join us in welcoming Brooke Monteggia to the Southern Boone School District! Brooke will begin her first year of teaching as a kindergarten teacher at Southern Boone Primary School.
Brooke graduated from the University of Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She also completed her student teaching at Southern Boone Primary.
Brooke is excited to return and begin her teaching career in a welcoming and supportive community. “I can’t wait to build relationships with my students, help them learn and grow, and be a part of the Southern Boone community.”
Originally from Heyworth, Illinois, Brooke enjoys spending time with her family, going on walks, crafting and attending country concerts.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Brooke!🦅❤️🖤
UPDATE: Due to the tornado watch in effect, tonight’s summer youth softball camp is cancelled. If you still need to pick up your camp t-shirt, please email Coach Zach Moore at zmoore@sbschools.us.
🍎🦅 NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT: MITCHELL WERDEHAUSEN
Please join us in welcoming Mitchell Werdehausen to the Southern Boone School District! Mitchell will serve as the district’s transportation director and brings 15 years of experience in education to his new role.
Mitchell earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Columbia College and his education specialist degree from William Woods University.
Mitchell is excited to combine his experience in education, leadership, coaching and transportation to support Southern Boone students. “I look forward to building a strong team, providing safe and reliable transportation, and serving a district that has a great reputation for putting students first.”
Mitchell and his wife have three children, and family is at the center of everything they do. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, staying active—especially outdoors—and supporting his children in their activities.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Mitchell!🦅❤️🖤
Please join us in welcoming Mitchell Werdehausen to the Southern Boone School District! Mitchell will serve as the district’s transportation director and brings 15 years of experience in education to his new role.
Mitchell earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Columbia College and his education specialist degree from William Woods University.
Mitchell is excited to combine his experience in education, leadership, coaching and transportation to support Southern Boone students. “I look forward to building a strong team, providing safe and reliable transportation, and serving a district that has a great reputation for putting students first.”
Mitchell and his wife have three children, and family is at the center of everything they do. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, staying active—especially outdoors—and supporting his children in their activities.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Mitchell!🦅❤️🖤
📱 Stay connected with Southern Boone—all in one place!
Download the Southern Boone School District app for district news, alerts, events and important updates. Through the app, Rooms provides two-way messaging and announcements for classes, teams and clubs.
🔗 Download the app: www.sbschools.us/app
💬 Learn more about Rooms: www.sbschools.us/rooms
Download the Southern Boone School District app for district news, alerts, events and important updates. Through the app, Rooms provides two-way messaging and announcements for classes, teams and clubs.
🔗 Download the app: www.sbschools.us/app
💬 Learn more about Rooms: www.sbschools.us/rooms
🍎🦅 NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT: BRAELYNN HAMPTON
Please join us in welcoming Braelynn Hampton to the Southern Boone School District! Braelynn will begin her first year as a classroom teacher, teaching English at Southern Boone High School. She previously worked in education for a year and a half as a substitute teacher.
Braelynn earned her bachelor’s degree in Journalism with an emphasis in Strategic Communication from the University of Missouri–Columbia. She received her teaching certification through the American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence.
Braelynn is excited to join the Southern Boone community and continue building relationships with students she previously worked with as a substitute teacher. “I’m looking forward to getting to know my students, their families and the Southern Boone staff while continuing to grow as an educator.”
Outside of school, Braelynn enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, trying new coffee shops, playing pickleball and going to the movies.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Braelynn!🦅❤️🖤
Please join us in welcoming Braelynn Hampton to the Southern Boone School District! Braelynn will begin her first year as a classroom teacher, teaching English at Southern Boone High School. She previously worked in education for a year and a half as a substitute teacher.
Braelynn earned her bachelor’s degree in Journalism with an emphasis in Strategic Communication from the University of Missouri–Columbia. She received her teaching certification through the American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence.
Braelynn is excited to join the Southern Boone community and continue building relationships with students she previously worked with as a substitute teacher. “I’m looking forward to getting to know my students, their families and the Southern Boone staff while continuing to grow as an educator.”
Outside of school, Braelynn enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, trying new coffee shops, playing pickleball and going to the movies.
Welcome to the Southern Boone team, Braelynn!🦅❤️🖤
📣 We’re hiring for the 2026–2027 school year!
Southern Boone School District is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team. Current openings include instructional support, substitute teaching and transportation positions.
View openings and apply today: www.sbschools.us/employment
Join our team and help make a difference for Southern Boone students! 🦅❤️🖤
Southern Boone School District is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team. Current openings include instructional support, substitute teaching and transportation positions.
View openings and apply today: www.sbschools.us/employment
Join our team and help make a difference for Southern Boone students! 🦅❤️🖤
📣 Sports Physicals Available This Evening!
Southern Boone Athletics will offer sports physicals tonight for student-athletes:
📅 Tuesday, July 28
⏰ 4:00–6:30 p.m.
📍 Southern Boone Middle School — enter through the main entrance
💵 $20, payable to Southern Boone Athletics
All student-athletes must have a current physical uploaded to FinalForms before the first day of practice. Students without an up-to-date physical on file cannot practice.
Only Page 5 of the MSHSAA Physical Examination Form needs to be uploaded to FinalForms.
🔗 Physical form: https://aptg.co/Ns8L4c
🔗 Additional fall sports information: www.sbschools.us/o/soboco-athletics/article/2318690
Southern Boone Athletics will offer sports physicals tonight for student-athletes:
📅 Tuesday, July 28
⏰ 4:00–6:30 p.m.
📍 Southern Boone Middle School — enter through the main entrance
💵 $20, payable to Southern Boone Athletics
All student-athletes must have a current physical uploaded to FinalForms before the first day of practice. Students without an up-to-date physical on file cannot practice.
Only Page 5 of the MSHSAA Physical Examination Form needs to be uploaded to FinalForms.
🔗 Physical form: https://aptg.co/Ns8L4c
🔗 Additional fall sports information: www.sbschools.us/o/soboco-athletics/article/2318690
