Southern Boone School District

Our 3rd grade students from Southern Boone Elementary School had an absolute blast on Tuesday exploring the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City. From tales of pioneers to insights into Missouri's rich history, they learned a lot about the Show-Me State!

Camp Invention® is coming back to the Southern Boone School District! In partnership with the National Inventors Hall of Fame® Southern Boone is excited to offer the Camp Invention® program to children entering K through 6th grade. We also have volunteer positions open for 7th-12th grade! This inspiring, weeklong summer experience provides opportunities for open-ended, hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering and more! The week begins on July 29th, 2024 with Lauren Huntebrinker returning as our Director. Availability is limited, so visit invent.org/mylocalcamp to secure your child’s spot today!

The Southern Boone School District extends its sincerest appreciation to outgoing school board members Tammra Aholt and Lyn Woolford. We appreciate your dedication and tireless service to our community over the past three years. Your contributions have left a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful for your commitment to the school district.

Heather Brown, April Georgetti and Jeremy Galloway were sworn in as new members of the Southern Boone Board of Education during Monday night's monthly school board meeting. We appreciate their commitment to serving our community!

The Southern Boone School District has an immediate opening for a long-term substitute teacher for 5th grade science from now through the middle of May. If you are interested in applying for the position, please contact Kelly Services at 800-528-0049, Option 2 or email them at EDSWRecruiting@kellyservices.com.

🎉🚌 We're excited to announce that the Southern Boone School District has once again received a 100% rating on the Missouri State Highway Patrol's School Bus Safety Inspection! 🌟 With a perfect rating, our bus fleet has earned the prestigious Exemplary Fleet Award. 🏆Thank you to the school district's dedicated transportation team, led by Transportation Director Kyle Foreman, Bus Mechanic Dennis Sapp and our amazing bus drivers. Your commitment to student safety is truly commendable! 🚍🎉

The Southern Boone Board of Education will meet for its monthly board meeting on Monday, April 15th, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in the central office boardroom. The meeting is open to the public. MEETING AGENDA: https://bit.ly/3xAN1yl WATCH IT LIVE HERE: https://bit.ly/4aDUXht

Here's the latest edition of the Eagle Express E-Newsletter! READ THE E-NEWSLETTER HERE: https://bit.ly/3Jf5sez

The Southern Boone School District wants to provide an update about the construction project at the high school stadium and track. READ MORE HERE: www.sbschools.us/article/1547179

SAVE THE DATE: Join the Southern Boone YMCA, Southern Boone Middle School and the Ashland Parks and Recreation Board for a Community Clean Up Day on Saturday, April 20th at 9AM. Meet at the middle school. Gloves and bags will be provided.

Ranken Technical College invites you to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for their new Workforce Development Center in Ashland at 10AM on Friday, April 26th. Witness the success stories of bringing industry and higher education together. You can also take a tour of the facility, watch demonstrations and visit with the teachers and staff. MORE INFO: https://ranken.edu/centralmo

The Southern Boone Board of Education has announced the appointment of Heather Brown to fill the school board vacancy left by the passing of former board member Crystal Branch. She will serve the remainder of the three-year term concluding in April 2025. READ MORE HERE: www.sbschools.us/article/1544586

🌱🏛️ Today was a wonderful day for the Southern Boone Learning Garden! 🏛️🌱 We had the honor of participating in the ShowMe Showcase at the Missouri State Capitol, shining a spotlight on all the wonderful things blooming within our learning garden. From cultivating sustainable practices to fostering hands-on learning experiences, we're thrilled to share our journey with others passionate about education and the environment. A huge thank you to everyone who supports the Southern Boone Learning Garden and helps make it flourish! Together, we're planting the seeds for a brighter, greener future. 🌻

📢 JOIN OUR TEAM! 📢 Are you passionate about shaping the future of our community through education? The Southern Boone School District is hiring for the 2024-2025 school year! We're looking for dedicated individuals who are committed to fostering a positive learning environment and helping students reach their full potential. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students in our community. Explore all current openings and apply online today at sbschools.us/employment.

🌞🌒 What an incredible experience watching today's solar eclipse with our amazing students! 🌟 From awe-filled faces to shared moments of wonder, it was a truly memorable afternoon under the sky. 🌌 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this celestial spectacle!

THIRD GRADE FAMOUS MISSOURIAN PROJECTS On Friday, April 5th, our Southern Boone Elementary School was abuzz with excitement as third grade students showcased their Famous Missourian Projects! From trailblazing pioneers to influential leaders, our young scholars delved deep into the lives and legacies of remarkable figures from our great state. Let's give a round of applause to these budding historians for their dedication, creativity, and hard work in bringing these famous Missourians to life! Their presentations were nothing short of inspiring, showcasing not only their knowledge but also their passion for learning.

Mrs. Batye’s 5th grade English language arts classes have been exploring traditional literature. Students this week looked through different traditional literature scripts and were given the opportunity to perform in front of the class.

🎉🍎 It's National Assistant Principals Week! 🍎🎉 Here at Southern Boone School District, we're incredibly grateful for the dedication and hard work of our assistant principals. They play a vital role in shaping the educational experience of our students and supporting our staff every step of the way. From providing guidance to students to managing day-to-day operations, our assistant principals go above and beyond to ensure our school community thrives. Their passion, leadership, and commitment make a difference each and every day.

📚🍎 Happy National School Librarian Day! 🍎📚 Today, we're taking a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing library media specialists who make our school libraries the heart of our learning community. From recommending the perfect book to fostering a love for research and exploration, they are instrumental in shaping the minds of our students. Thank you for fostering creativity, curiosity and critical thinking in our students every day. Your dedication to education is truly appreciated!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day. This day honors paraprofessional educators, who may also be known as paras, instructional assistants, or teacher aides. Paraprofessionals perform a variety of teaching-related jobs and often assist teachers in classrooms. Paras may work with students on supplemental enrichment activities, either in small groups or one-on-one. They may also help students complete assignments or practice reading. Paraprofessionals often work with students with special education needs and a variety of disabilities. They may also supervise students outside of classrooms and help teachers with clerical work. Paraprofessionals work tirelessly each day to support students & teachers, so today we honor them for their service. Thank you to our great group of paraprofessionals!