🏫🎒📝 📖✏️#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.
📚 Meet Kelsey Rose – 4th Grade Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Elementary School
We’re excited to welcome Kelsey Rose to the Southern Boone Elementary School team as a 4th Grade Teacher!
Kelsey earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and is currently working toward her Master’s in Reading Instruction. She is beginning her first year of teaching and brings great enthusiasm for learning to her classroom.
Originally from Buffalo, Missouri, Kelsey grew up on a farm with her parents and brother. She now lives in Fulton with her boyfriend and their cat. In her free time, she enjoys softball and baseball, gardening, and hiking. 🌿🥎
Kelsey shared, “From the start, everyone at Southern Boone has been so welcoming and amazing. Even before I officially applied, the staff was so wonderful. I’m very excited to be part of such an amazing team!”
Help us give Kelsey a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Elementary School
We’re excited to welcome Kelsey Rose to the Southern Boone Elementary School team as a 4th Grade Teacher!
Kelsey earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and is currently working toward her Master’s in Reading Instruction. She is beginning her first year of teaching and brings great enthusiasm for learning to her classroom.
Originally from Buffalo, Missouri, Kelsey grew up on a farm with her parents and brother. She now lives in Fulton with her boyfriend and their cat. In her free time, she enjoys softball and baseball, gardening, and hiking. 🌿🥎
Kelsey shared, “From the start, everyone at Southern Boone has been so welcoming and amazing. Even before I officially applied, the staff was so wonderful. I’m very excited to be part of such an amazing team!”
Help us give Kelsey a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📢 WE'RE HIRING! 📢 We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year!
Explore all current openings and apply online today at sbschools.us/employment.
Explore all current openings and apply online today at sbschools.us/employment.
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.
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#10 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts
CLASS SCHEDULES / TEACHER ASSIGNMENT: Class schedules and teacher assignments for all students in kindergarten through 12th grade are available to view in your parent portal account in Infinite Campus. To view the information, click on the “More” button on the left side of the home page in Infinite Campus, then click on documents.
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.
CLASS SCHEDULES / TEACHER ASSIGNMENT: Class schedules and teacher assignments for all students in kindergarten through 12th grade are available to view in your parent portal account in Infinite Campus. To view the information, click on the “More” button on the left side of the home page in Infinite Campus, then click on documents.
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.
🎉 This morning, the Southern Boone School District came together for our annual all-staff Back-to-School Breakfast and Convocation!
💫 A special thank you to the Middle School Student Council for leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance, students Marli Basinger and Max Sedillo for their wonderful musical performance, and our guest speaker, longtime educator and school leader Patty Corum, for sharing her wisdom and encouragement.
We’re excited to kick off a great school year, and we can’t wait to welcome students back next week! 🍎✨
💫 A special thank you to the Middle School Student Council for leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance, students Marli Basinger and Max Sedillo for their wonderful musical performance, and our guest speaker, longtime educator and school leader Patty Corum, for sharing her wisdom and encouragement.
We’re excited to kick off a great school year, and we can’t wait to welcome students back next week! 🍎✨
🍎 Meet Sophia Stiff – Kindergarten Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Sophia Stiff to the Southern Boone Primary School team as a Kindergarten Teacher!
Sophia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education and is beginning her first year of teaching.
Outside of the classroom, Sophia and her husband enjoy serving at their church, The Crossing. Her love of teaching and her heart for community will be a wonderful addition to the Southern Boone family.
Sophia shared, “I am excited to be working in the small school district where it feels like a family!”
Help us give Sophia a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Primary School
We’re excited to welcome Sophia Stiff to the Southern Boone Primary School team as a Kindergarten Teacher!
Sophia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education and is beginning her first year of teaching.
Outside of the classroom, Sophia and her husband enjoy serving at their church, The Crossing. Her love of teaching and her heart for community will be a wonderful addition to the Southern Boone family.
Sophia shared, “I am excited to be working in the small school district where it feels like a family!”
Help us give Sophia a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
🏫🎒📝 📖✏️#9 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts🏫🎒📝 📖✏️
SCHOOL WEBSITE: The school district's website is www.sbschools.us. On the website, you'll find 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.u
SCHOOL WEBSITE: The school district's website is www.sbschools.us. On the website, you'll find 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.u
📘 Meet Chase Kroner – Social Studies Teacher
📍 Southern Boone High School
We’re excited to welcome Chase Kroner to the Southern Boone High School team as our new Social Studies Teacher!
Chase earned his undergraduate degree in History Education from Missouri State University in Springfield and is beginning his first year of teaching.
Outside of the classroom, Chase enjoys running and has set a long-term goal of completing a half-marathon. He’s also a proud plant enthusiast with a growing collection of houseplants that he calls his “pride and joy.” 🌿🏃
Chase shared, “I’m very excited to be working at Southern Boone because of the school district’s commitment to ensuring students’ success and the very welcoming staff from all across the district.”
Help us give Chase a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone High School
We’re excited to welcome Chase Kroner to the Southern Boone High School team as our new Social Studies Teacher!
Chase earned his undergraduate degree in History Education from Missouri State University in Springfield and is beginning his first year of teaching.
Outside of the classroom, Chase enjoys running and has set a long-term goal of completing a half-marathon. He’s also a proud plant enthusiast with a growing collection of houseplants that he calls his “pride and joy.” 🌿🏃
Chase shared, “I’m very excited to be working at Southern Boone because of the school district’s commitment to ensuring students’ success and the very welcoming staff from all across the district.”
Help us give Chase a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
🏫🎒📝 📖✏️ #8 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts 🏫🎒📝 📖✏️
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.
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.
📚 Meet Cassandra Gazaway – 6th Grade Math and Science Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Middle School
We’re excited to welcome Cassandra Gazaway to the Southern Boone Middle School team as our new 6th Grade Math and Science Teacher!
Cassandra brings six years of teaching experience, including three years as a 4th–6th grade science teacher in the La Monte School District, two years teaching 3rd grade at Callaway Hills in the Jefferson City School District, and one year teaching 5th grade at Callaway Hills.
She and her husband, Blake, have been married for nearly 14 years and have a daughter, Alyssa, who will be a 4th grader at Southern Boone Elementary. The Gazaway family has lived in Ashland for three years and loves the small-town community. You’ll often find Cassandra camping and fishing with her family or cheering at Southern Boone sporting events — where Blake serves as the play-by-play broadcaster for the Show-Me Sports Network.
Cassandra shared, “I’m thrilled to be joining the Southern Boone School District family. I’ve always wanted to live and work in a small town, and over the past couple of years, I’ve seen firsthand what an incredible place this is. Southern Boone has truly welcomed us and made us feel at home, and I can’t wait to be part of this amazing district.”
Help us give Cassandra a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Middle School
We’re excited to welcome Cassandra Gazaway to the Southern Boone Middle School team as our new 6th Grade Math and Science Teacher!
Cassandra brings six years of teaching experience, including three years as a 4th–6th grade science teacher in the La Monte School District, two years teaching 3rd grade at Callaway Hills in the Jefferson City School District, and one year teaching 5th grade at Callaway Hills.
She and her husband, Blake, have been married for nearly 14 years and have a daughter, Alyssa, who will be a 4th grader at Southern Boone Elementary. The Gazaway family has lived in Ashland for three years and loves the small-town community. You’ll often find Cassandra camping and fishing with her family or cheering at Southern Boone sporting events — where Blake serves as the play-by-play broadcaster for the Show-Me Sports Network.
Cassandra shared, “I’m thrilled to be joining the Southern Boone School District family. I’ve always wanted to live and work in a small town, and over the past couple of years, I’ve seen firsthand what an incredible place this is. Southern Boone has truly welcomed us and made us feel at home, and I can’t wait to be part of this amazing district.”
Help us give Cassandra a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
🏫🎒📝 📖✏️#7 of the Top 20 Things To Know Before School Starts🏫🎒📝 📖✏️
PERSONAL LEARNING DEVICE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM: The school district is offering an optional protection plan for all student Chromebooks and iPads for the 2024-2025 school year.
The deadline to enroll in the program is September 27th, 2025. MORE INFO: https://5il.co/1evnq
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.
PERSONAL LEARNING DEVICE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM: The school district is offering an optional protection plan for all student Chromebooks and iPads for the 2024-2025 school year.
The deadline to enroll in the program is September 27th, 2025. MORE INFO: https://5il.co/1evnq
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.
🦅🔴⚫ Here's the latest edition of Eagle E-News!
📆 Important Dates to Remember
🏫 Back-to-School Guide
👩🏫 Penmac To Provide Substitute Teachers
📢 School-Related Announcements
📣 Community-Related Events and Announcements
📰 READ THE E-NEWSLETTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/yc7p5f55
📆 Important Dates to Remember
🏫 Back-to-School Guide
👩🏫 Penmac To Provide Substitute Teachers
📢 School-Related Announcements
📣 Community-Related Events and Announcements
📰 READ THE E-NEWSLETTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/yc7p5f55
🌱 Meet Roxanne Helmka – Learning Garden Aide
📍 Southern Boone Primary and Elementary Schools
We’re excited to welcome Roxanne Helmka to the Southern Boone Primary School team as our new Learning Garden Aide!
Roxanne earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Missouri and is stepping into her first official year in education, after previously volunteering in the district.
She and her husband have two children who both attend Southern Boone. Outside of work, Roxanne enjoys fishing, gardening, exploring nature, traveling, hiking, working out, and thrifting. 🪴🚶♀️🌊
Passionate about nutrition and fitness, Roxanne is eager to share her knowledge with students through the incredible opportunities offered by the Learning Garden. She shared, “Our outdoor classroom is a magical space to promote free exploration, spark curiosity, and encourage learning. I love when a student is brave and tries a new food they helped grow — and likes it! How rewarding!”
Help us welcome Roxanne as she helps our garden — and our students — grow! 🌟
📍 Southern Boone Primary and Elementary Schools
We’re excited to welcome Roxanne Helmka to the Southern Boone Primary School team as our new Learning Garden Aide!
Roxanne earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Missouri and is stepping into her first official year in education, after previously volunteering in the district.
She and her husband have two children who both attend Southern Boone. Outside of work, Roxanne enjoys fishing, gardening, exploring nature, traveling, hiking, working out, and thrifting. 🪴🚶♀️🌊
Passionate about nutrition and fitness, Roxanne is eager to share her knowledge with students through the incredible opportunities offered by the Learning Garden. She shared, “Our outdoor classroom is a magical space to promote free exploration, spark curiosity, and encourage learning. I love when a student is brave and tries a new food they helped grow — and likes it! How rewarding!”
Help us welcome Roxanne as she helps our garden — and our students — grow! 🌟
