🚨 WE’RE HIRING! 🚨 Southern Boone School District is looking for a dependable Grounds & Maintenance Team Member to join our Facilities team.🌱🛠️ Help us keep our schools safe, welcoming and well-maintained! 🦅❤️🖤

For more information and to apply online, visit sbschools.us/employment.
about 1 month ago, Matt Sharp
Help Wanted Ad
👻 Order your 2025 Haunted Homecoming shirts today!

Shirts are just $20 and all proceeds go toward supporting High School Student Council scholarships and homecoming activities.

🕒 Don’t wait—orders close October 3rd!
👉 Order Online Here: https://form.jotform.com/250534884635161
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
Homecoming T-Shirts
☁️ 4th grade science in action!

Students in Ms. Farris’ class took their lesson outdoors this week to study the clouds above. 🌤️ They observed, identified, and classified different types of clouds while making real-world connections to what they’re learning in the classroom.

A perfect day to mix science with a little fresh air!
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
Farris' 4th Grade Class
Farris' 4th Grade Class
🦅🔴⚫ Here's the latest edition of Eagle E-News!

📆 Important Dates to Remember
📝 Message from the Superintendent
🚧 High School Construction Update
🏟️ Football/Soccer Stadium Guidelines
📢 School-Related News and Announcements
📣 Community-Related Events and Announcements

📰 READ THE E-NEWSLETTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/4yz4259s
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
Eagle E-News
🦅 SHOW YOUR EAGLE PRIDE 🦅 Southern Boone PTA is hosting an Eagles Spirit Wear Fundraiser with awesome, one-of-a-kind designs you won’t want to miss! ✨

👕 Adult & Child sizes available
👚 Short sleeve & sweatshirt options
⏰ Order deadline: September 15th

ORDER HERE: shorturl.at/1PmnM

Don’t wait—grab your spirit wear today and support Southern Boone PTA! ❤️🖤
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
PTA Fundraiser
🎓 Attention Class of 2026!

Join the high school counseling department for A+ Program Senior Informational Night on Tuesday, September 10th at 6 PM in the Middle School Cafeteria.

Learn what it takes to qualify, where you stand, and how this program can benefit your future. Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend!
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
A+ Program Senior Night
🎃 SAVE THE DATE! 🎃 Southern Boone High School’s Haunted Homecoming is happening October 10th, 2025! 🏈👻

Parade, football, coronation and a spooky dance — it’s going to be a weekend full of Eagle spirit. 🦅 Stay tuned for more details!
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
Haunted Homecoming
✨JOIN THE SOUTHERN BOONE PTA✨Southern Boone PTA is excited to kick off the 2025-2026 school year! 🎉 Join them for their first meeting on Thursday, September 4th, at 6:30 PM in the Primary School Library.

✅ Meetings last one hour or less
✅ Childcare provided
✅ Learn about committees & membership challenge

Learn more: sbschools.us/pta
Questions? Email: sobocopta@gmail.com
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
Southern Boone PTA
🌱 SAVE THE DATE🌱 Join us for Dine in the Dirt with the Southern Boone Learning Garden on Sunday, September 21st, 2025 from 3–6pm (dinner at 4pm). Enjoy a delicious locally sourced meal featuring our very own garden-grown veggies! 🥕🍅🥬

📍 Learning Garden (behind the Primary School)
🎟 $25 per person | $65 per family/group
🎟️ Buy online tickets here: tinyurl.com/38zykvt7

Questions or donations? Contact Lyra Noce at lnoce@sbschools.us
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
Dine in the Dirt
REMINDER: No school on Friday, August 29th, 2025, and Monday, September 1st, 2025. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025.

View the 2025-2026 district calendar at sbschools.us/calendar.
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
No School Reminder
📢 WE'RE HIRING 📢 Southern Boone School District is looking for a caring and dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2025-2026 school year. If you have a passion for working with young children and supporting students with special needs, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more and apply online at sbschools.us/employment.

Questions? Email Special Services Director Breena Eddy at beddy@sbschools.us.
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
ECSE Para Job Opening
🗣️ Meet Callyn Kinney – Speech Language Pathologist
📍 Southern Boone Primary School

We’re excited to welcome Callyn Kinney to the Southern Boone Primary School team as our new Speech Language Pathologist!

Callyn earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Truman State University and is beginning her first year in education. She’s excited to start her career supporting students’ communication growth and building strong connections within the school community.

Outside of school, Callyn enjoys going on walks, reading, and spending time with her family. She especially loves keeping up with her energetic 3-year-old nephew, who makes life lively and fun. 📚👟👩‍👩‍👦

Callyn shared, “I am so excited about working at Southern Boone because of how supportive and welcoming the staff has been! I can't wait to start my career in this amazing school district!”

Help us give Callyn a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
New Staff Spotlight
🍎 Meet Ananiah Talton – 1st Grade Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Primary School

We’re excited to welcome Ananiah Talton to the Southern Boone Primary School team as a 1st Grade Teacher!

Ananiah studied at William Woods University and brings four years of teaching experience to her new role. She’s passionate about helping young learners build a strong foundation and grow with confidence.

When she’s not in the classroom, you’ll often find Ananiah spending time with her family, traveling, or behind the camera enjoying her love for photography. She especially enjoys exploring new places and trying new things — always looking for the next adventure and learning opportunity. 📸✈️

Ananiah shared, “I’m so excited to be joining the Southern Boone community! I feel incredibly grateful to be part of such an amazing team of staff and families. I can’t wait to meet my students, build connections, and grow together this year!”

Help us give Ananiah a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
New Staff Spotlight
REMINDER: Early dismissal will be at 2PM TODAY and every Wednesday throughout the school year.

View the 2025-2025 district calendar here: sbschools.us/calendar
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
2PM Early Dismissal Wednesday

🔬 Meet Tara Blue – High School Science Teacher
📍 Southern Boone High School

We’re excited to welcome Tara Blue to the Southern Boone High School team as a Science Teacher!

Tara earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Environmental Management and went on to complete her Master’s degree in Environmental Science. She brings five years of teaching experience to Southern Boone and a strong passion for helping students explore the world of science.

At home, Tara loves cooking for her family. With all three of her kids attending Southern Boone High School this year, she shared that there’s no place she’d rather be than right here at Southern Boone.🍳

Tara shared, “Kids are our most promising investment towards the future.”

Help us give Tara a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟

about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
New Staff Spotlight
We want to see your first day of school pictures! You can post them in the comments below or email them to communications@sbschools.us. We'll share your pictures on the school district's social media later today.
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
First Day of School Pictures

✨ FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL ✨ Our teachers and staff can’t wait to welcome students back tomorrow! 🎒✏️ Here’s to a new school year filled with learning, growth, and unforgettable memories. ❤️

about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
First Day of School
REMINDER: The first day of school for the Southern Boone School District is tomorrow (Tuesday, August 26th, 2025). Back-to-school related information is available at sbschools.us/backtoschool.

View the 2025-2026 district calendar here: sbschools.us/calendar
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
📚 Meet Jennifer Anthony – Literacy Support Teacher
📍 Southern Boone Elementary School

We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Anthony to the Southern Boone Elementary School team as our new Literacy Support Teacher!

Jennifer is a Southern Boone alum who went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree from Columbia College and her Master’s degree in Reading from Northwest Missouri State University. She brings 10 years of teaching experience and a strong passion for helping students grow as readers.

Jennifer and her husband, Steven, have been married for almost 12 years and have two children — Maddox, who will be entering 2nd grade, and Madelyn, who is starting Pre-K this year as a brand-new Eagle! In her free time, Jennifer enjoys going on walks, camping, shopping, spending time with friends and family, and, of course, reading. 📖⛺

Jennifer shared, “Southern Boone is my home! It is an honor to serve the kids in the community that helped shape who I am today.”

Help us give Jennifer a warm Southern Boone welcome! 🌟
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
New Staff Spotlight
Thank you to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office for leading Active Threat Response Training with teachers and staff from all four of our school buildings today.

This important training helps ensure we are prepared to keep our students and staff safe in any situation. We appreciate the Sheriff’s Office for their time, expertise, and partnership in supporting our schools.
about 2 months ago, Matt Sharp
Active Threat Response Training
Active Threat Response Training
Active Threat Response Training
Active Threat Response Training