Log in
K-12
Sort by: Featured Most recent
17 results total, viewing 1 - 17
Zizzer alumna Madylin Cooper, Class of 2022, left, is a former Project Lead the Way (PLTW) biomedical student who was asked to continue an independent project, which she developed at West Plains High School, as a student at Clemson University. With her is Nathan Fleming, a West Plains High School teacher and PLTW instructor, and 2022 recipient of a National Outstanding Teacher award for PLTW. He will present PLTW at a national showcase Thursday.
Zizzer teacher to present PLTW to national audience Thursday
West Plains High School science teacher Nathan Fleming will give a presentation on Project Lead the Way (PLTW) in a national showcase Thursday, in order to showcase PLTW for school districts considering adding the S.T.E.M.-focused program to their curriculum or to improve existing science, math, technology and engineering programs by implementing the innovative practices of PLTW. more
South Fork School has continued with its St. Jude Children's Research Hospital fundraiser this year, donating about $22,000 to the worthy cause through its "Kids Helping Kids" campaign and a partnership with the K-Kountry 95 St. Jude Radiothon. Since 2010, the elementary school has raised about $125,000 total for the nonprofit hospital in Memphis, Tenn., that treats children and conducts research into childhood diseases and cancers without charge to families. South Fork Principal Dr. Seth Huddleston, along with some staff members and students, shared their experience with the West Plains R-7 School Board during a recent meeting. Seated from left: students Caleb Russell, Hazel Riggs, Evelyn Rodriguez and Kenley Russell. Standing: second grade teacher Nichole Riggs, student Aubry Holmes in front of Huddleston, speech-language teacher Caty Holmes holding the sign with first grade teacher Amber Russell on the opposite side, students Granger Johnson and Reese Johnson in front of faculty member Katelyn Johnson, and third grade teacher Patricia Rodriguez holding daughter Meritt.
South Fork raises $22K for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Administration, faculty, staff, patrons and students of South Fork School have long been supporters of the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, raising funds for the facility each year. They outdid themselves this year by surpassing their $21,000 fundraising goal by about $1,000. more
|
Amanda Grisham's South Fork Elementary first grade class recently did 100 acts of kindness to celebrate 100 days of school. First graders handed out Sonic drinks to teachers and staff with a kind message such as, “I appreciate you.” The children also took time to read to preschool students, made Post-it notes with kind affirmations and placed them on classroom doors, cheered for kindergarteners as they went out to recess and told them to have a great day, provided cookies to several classes, and wrote letters and drew pictures for others. “It was fun to watch the kindness spread throughout the building,” said district officials.
Celebrating 100 days with kindness
Crockett Oaks III from the Lincoln School Project recently visited students in third through sixth grades at South Fork Elementary. “He shared the fascinating history of the Lincoln School and its transformation into the Lincoln School Project,” shared district Communications Director Lana Snodgras. “The session educated the students and brought Black History Month to life, sparking curiosity and appreciation for the school's legacy.” Follow the project on Facebook @thelincolnschoolproject or visit lincolnschoolproject.com to learn more.
South Fork students learn about Lincoln School Project
Richards School Board to meet Thursday
The Richards School Board is set to hold its monthly session at 6 p.m. Thursday in the school boardroom. more
Howell Valley, Junction Hill schools set screening dates
Howell Valley and Junction Hill schools have set dates for kindergarten and preschool screening sessions for incoming students planning to enroll for the 2024-25 school year. more
West Plains R-7 Board votes to keep early-release Fridays on schedule
West Plains R-7 school board members voted on Jan. 16 to continue with early-release Fridays for the foreseeable future after weighing the pros and cons, including bringing the district's calendar more in line with surrounding rural K-8 schools and the likelihood of teachers would losing lesson planning and collaboration time if early-release Fridays were eliminated. more
|
West Plains Elementary School fourth grade teacher Angela Phipps, right, was named the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce Educator of the Year during the chamber’s annual awards banquet held Thursday evening at the civic center. The award was presented by Missouri State University-West Plains Chancellor Dennis Lancaster, who praised Phipps' caring and accommodation of her students' unique learning needs, her ability to inspire youngsters through enthusiasm and praise, and her efforts to communicate with parents. Phipps was nominated for the honor by her coworkers, students and other community members, and was also named the 2023 Educator of the Year by the West Plains R-7 School District. For more in-depth coverage of the banquet and awards presented, look for Wednesday’s issue of the Quill.
Angela Phipps named Educator of Year by WP chamber
Fairview announces preschool, kindergarten screening dates
Fairview School is offering two dates for preschool and kindergarten screenings for the 2024-2025 school year. more
Charlie Risner
WP R-7 congratulates Holiday Bingo Challenge winners
West Plains R-7 District officials are congratulating two young bookworms from West Plains Elementary. Students recently participated in a Holiday Bingo Readers Challenge in the school library. Winners Zoey Diamond, first grade, and Charlie Risner, second grade, showed “incredible reading skills” to take their top spots, said officials. more
Willow Springs School District Director of Communications Jenny Hayward demonstrates the Bear Media Productions room at Innovation Hall, part of the district's multimedia program, where students learn how to do school announcements, produce podcasts and live broadcasts, and web design and graphic design. There is also a computer lab, a video production room with a green screen, 3D printer and a large format printer to make banners, vinyl signs and perforated vinyl window coverings.
Open house showcases new uses for former MoDOT buildings in WS
New Willow Springs High School facilities and the programs housed within them were showcased at an open house held Tuesday evening, hosted by the district with tours guided by instructors and students. The facility, off of Springfield Road, was formerly the site of Missouri Department of Transportation offices and recently purchased by the school district from the City of Willow Springs for $1. more
|
Uphaus named new principal of WPE starting July 1
Officials with the West Plains R-7 School District have announced Virginia Uphaus will assume the role of West Plains Elementary School principal for the 2024-2025 school year. Effective July 1, 2024, she will fill the vacancy left by the retirement of current Principal Becky Hutchinson.  more
Eslinger named new Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education
The State Board of Education announced Tuesday that 33rd District Sen. Karla Eslinger, of Wasola in Ozark County, will assume the role as the state’s next commissioner for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) effective June 1, 2024, after concluding her work in the Missouri Senate during the 2024 legislative session. more
|
West Plains Elementary principals recently served up “sweet treats for an amazing team,” doling out cups of Spring Dipper ice cream to faculty and staff, shared school district Communications Director Lana Snodgras. “Here’s the scoop: We are incredibly thankful for each of you,” she added. From left: paraprofessional Samantha Wichern, preschool teacher Hannah Beaulieu, third grade teacher Angie Hunt, Principal Becky Hutchinson, Assistant Principal Joby Steele, fourth grade teacher Haley Falterman and teacher Anna Collins.
WPE admins serve up sweet treats
Professional educator recruitment conference set for Dec. 6
Area residents interested in working as paraprofessionals or preservice teachers in area school districts are invited to attend the Professional Educator Recruitment Conference from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6 at Gohn Hall on the campus of Missouri State University-West Plains. more
Walmart of West Plains donated to several area causes during its grand reopening celebration held Nov. 3. Among the beneficiaries was the West Plains High School choir, which gave a performance for the festivities, under the direction of Kelly Dame, front row, far right. The business presented the Zizzer choir with a check for $1,000, prompting Communications Director Lana Snodgras to express thanks on behalf of the West Plains R-7 School District. “Thank you to Walmart for the generous donation to the West Plains High School choir,” she said. “Your support hits a high note in our school.”
Walmart donation to choir 'hits a high note'
McDonald’s of West Plains General Manager Kayla Osburn, left, and McDonald’s of West Plains People Experience Lead Ashley Loucks, right, present the McDonald’s Outstanding Educator Award Recipient to West Plains Middle School fifth grade teacher Andrea Varney.
McDonald’s recognizes Willow Springs, West Plains teachers as ‘outstanding’
Willow Springs Elementary special education teacher Brooke Coffman and West Plains Middle School fifth grade teacher Andrea Varney have each been recognized by their local McDonald’s restaurants with an Outstanding Educator Award. more
|
Currently viewing stories posted within the past 182 days.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.

X
© Copyright 2024 West Plains Daily Quill
Powered by Creative Circle Media Solutions
X