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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.


🎉 WELCOME WILLIAM CHAMBERLIN, 7TH AND 8TH GRADE MATH TEACHER, TO SOUTHERN BOONE! 🎉
🎓Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology
🏫Experience: One Year
William is married to his wife who works as an Analytical Chemist⚛️🧪🔬. He enjoys walks, playing board games and reading sci-fi and fantasy novels📚.
William is excited to be working at Southern Boone because he enjoys working with students to help them understand the material they are learning👨🏫.
Join us in welcoming William Chamberlin to Southern Boone! 🤗


🎉 Annual Back-to-School Breakfast and Convocation! 🦅
This morning, our Southern Boone School District family gathered for our Annual All Staff Back-to-School Breakfast and Convocation! The day kicked off with the Middle School Student Council leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a beautiful musical performance by Senior Julia Francis. 🎶
Superintendent Dr. Tim Roth inspired us with his opening message, setting the tone for a fantastic school year ahead. We were also honored to welcome our guest speaker, Dr. Todd Whitaker, renowned author of "What Great Teachers Do Differently" and "What Great Principals Do Differently," who shared invaluable insights with our staff.
Here’s to an amazing school year ahead, Southern Boone!🦅📚









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OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE: Here is this week's open house schedule for each of the buildings.
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.


The Southern Boone Board of Education will meet for its monthly board meeting at 6:30 p.m. this evening in the central office boardroom. The meeting is open to the public.
MEETING AGENDA: https://bit.ly/3WPiB4d
WATCH IT LIVE HERE: https://bit.ly/4aDUXht


🎉 WELCOME RACHEL MCLACHLAN, 2ND GRADE TEACHER, TO SOUTHERN BOONE! 🎉
🎓Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Family Science from the University of Missouri in Columbia.
🏫Experience: Two years
Rachel and her husband, Ryan, have a 13 month old son named Nolan👶 and a one year old chocolate lab named Manning🐕🦺. She is originally from Fulton but has lived in Kirksville for the last five years. Rachel’s favorite thing to do is spend time with her family. She also enjoys being outside, going on walks, shopping🛍️ and scrapbooking.
Rachel says she is excited to work at Southern Boone because she’s heard wonderful things about the school district and the community’s support🦅🔴⚫. She can't wait to meet her students and their families!
Join us in welcoming Rachel McLachlan to Southern Boone! 🤗


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SOCIAL MEDIA: Connect with the Southern Boone School District on social media!
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/SoBoCoSchools
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/sobocoschools
TWITTER: twitter.com/SoBoCoSchools
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.


🎉 WELCOME JASON STEVENS, HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER, TO SOUTHERN BOONE! 🎉
Outside of teaching, Jason says he loves exploring the natural sciences, particularly prehistoric aquatic environments and extinct fish species. He also enjoys video editing designing board games, programming indie video games🎮, and playing Dungeons and Dragons. Additionally, Jason says he has a passion for reading📖 and writing short stories.
Jason says he’s excited to join the Southern Boone School District because of his positive experiences substituting here, in addition to the eager students and welcoming staff. His passion for biology, particularly ecology, alongside the other sciences, drives me to inspire and engage students in these subjects.
Join us in welcoming Jason Stevens to Southern Boone! 🤗


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ONLINE STAFF DIRECTORY: Staff directories for each of the school buildings are available on the school app and on the district's website at www.sbschools.us/o/sbcsd/page/staff-directories.
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.


Middle School Cheerleaders participated in UCA cheer camp last month. They had the option to try out for All American which consisted of doing a cheer, jump, and dance in front of judges. If selected, they are invited to participate in special events such as Orlando Thanksgiving Parade, Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade and London New Years Parade.


🎉 WELCOME CADE RECTOR, 6TH GRADE MATH TEACHER, TO SOUTHERN BOONE! 🎉
🎓Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO
🏫Experience: 1st year
Cade enjoys all activities outdoors and most of all, camping⛺ and fishing🎣. He enjoys going on daily walks with his fiance, Hannah, and dog Millie🐶.
Cade says that he is excited to start his journey in education🧑🏫 and make an impact on our youth.
Join us in welcoming Cade Rector to Southern Boone! 🤗


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CLASS SCHEDULES/ASSIGNMENT: Student class schedules and teacher assignments will be available to view in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account for only high school (9th-12th grade) students after 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14th.
Class schedules and teacher assignments for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade will be available after 4 p.m. on Friday, August 16th.
To view class schedules and teacher assignments in your online parent portal, click on the “More” button on the left side of the home page, then click on documents.
Online registration will need to be completed before you’re able to view class schedules and teacher assignments in your parent portal in Infinite Campus.
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.


🌟 Welcome, New Eagles! 🌟
Today, the Southern Boone School District held a New Teacher Workshop Training! 🏫 Our new teachers dove into a variety of topics to prepare them for the upcoming school year and spent time with their mentor teacher. 📚✨ We're excited to have such passionate educators join our team.
Let's give a warm welcome to our newest members of the Southern Boone family! 🎉🦅



🎉 WELCOME OLIVIA SCHULTZ, 3RD GRADE TEACHER, TO SOUTHERN BOONE! 🎉
🎓Education: Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Missouri
🏫Experience: 1st year
Olivia is originally from O’Fallon, Missouri but she and her husband currently live in Columbia. She enjoys reading📖, crafting, watching movies📺, and drinking coffee☕ from local shops.
Olivia says she’s excited to return to Southern Boone after completing my student teaching at the elementary school. She is looking forward to being a part of such a welcoming and supportive community. Olivia can’t wait to meet her students and families and begin this adventure in 3rd grade!
Join us in welcoming Olivia Schultz to Southern Boone! 🤗


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SCHOOL WEBSITE: The school district's website is www.sbschools.us. On the website, you'll find your parent portal link, school calendars, menus, staff directories, latest news, important updates and more!
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.


🎉 WELCOME ABBEY KAMIENSKI, 2ND GRADE TEACHER, TO SOUTHERN BOONE! 🎉
🎓Education: Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Missouri
🏫Experience: 1st year
Abbey is from Wentzville and decided to pursue her degree in education at Mizzou🐅 to be able to stay close to family. She enjoys Mizzou football games🏈, hiking🥾, and baking🥧.
Abbey says she’s excited🥳 to officially join the school district after experiencing a great sense of community during her student teaching here. Abbey goes on to say that everyone is so kind👍 and supportive. She loves that the school community is heavily involved with the rest of the community.
Join us in welcoming Abbey Kamienski to Southern Boone! 🤗


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SCHOOL BUS INFORMATION: Click the link below to view the bus routes and general transportation information for the 2024-2025 school year. If you have questions about bus routes or other school-related transportation matters, please contact Transportation Director Kyle Foreman at kforeman@sbschools.us or 573-657-2147.
BUS ROUTES: https://bit.ly/3AxxznS
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.


🎉 WELCOME JERIKA BARRON, 3RD GRADE TEACHER, TO SOUTHERN BOONE! 🎉
🎓Education: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Stephens College
🏫Experience: 1st year
Jerika loves spending time outside when the weather is nice ☀️, reading a good book 📖, and organizing! 🗂️
Jerika says she’s excited to be in a smaller school district where she will be supported and have a chance to get to know her students better. 👩🏫
Join us in welcoming Jerika Barron to Southern Boone! 🤗


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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS: Below are the office phone numbers for each of the school buildings.
Primary School Office: 573-657-2148
Elementary School Office: 573-657-2145
Middle School Office: 573-657-2146
High School Office: 573-657-2144
Central Office: 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.


🎉 WELCOME ANDREW STONE, HIGH SCHOOL MATH TEACHER, TO SOUTHERN BOONE! 🎉
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s degree from Lindenwood University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Northwest Missouri State University.
🏫 Experience: 4 years
Andrew and his wife, Amelia, love to hike and ride their bikes! 🚴♂️🚴♀️ They are also huge supporters of high school sports and will be at a lot of games to support the EAGLES! 🔴⚫🦅
Andrew says he is extremely excited to join the math department at the high school! 🧮 The department has already been so welcoming and helpful. He says he’s also pumped to meet his students as well. 🍎
Join us in welcoming Andrew Stone to Southern Boone! 🤗
