If you are a student in next year's marching band or the parent of one, this is for you:
1. Marching camp dates are July 27-31 and August 3-5 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Camp is the foundation of everything we do, we need you there!
2. Homecoming Parade is August 15th (we'll meet at 8:30 AM).
3. According to MSHSAA all students must have a physical. Let us know if you need help with this.
4. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE join the Remind: HS Band @fff4ggf, Leadership @37fdfkf, Parents @puxicob.
5. It takes a village, and we need your help! Please email Mr. B if you are willing to help in any way. Right now we are working on camp meals. If you can donate food from your business, money, or time, please let us know.
Happy to be back, let's have a phenomenal year, see EVERYONE at camp.
- Mr. B
The Puxico Class of 2026 gathered with the community for a meaningful and memorable Baccalaureate service as they continue celebrating the final days of their high school journey.
Class President, Logan Crisel, opened the evening, setting the tone for a ceremony centered on faith, gratitude, and the exciting future ahead for the graduating class. Logan Burpo led the opening prayer, reminding everyone of the importance of faith, support, and guidance during this special season of life.
The Class of 2026 was honored to welcome special guest Lawson McLeary, whose singing and guitar performance added a personal and heartfelt touch to the evening. We also appreciate Jim Clark for delivering tonight’s message and encouraging our seniors as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives. His message stressed the importance of making choices that lead to a Godly life and reminded students of the power and goodness of repentance. Miss Ella Dunivan closed the ceremony, bringing a fitting conclusion to a wonderful evening.
A special thank you also goes to Ted Luecke and the Puxico Band for their performances tonight. Your talent and dedication helped make the service even more memorable for our students, families, and community.
Congratulations again to the Puxico Class of 2026. Your school and community are proud of you, and we look forward to all that lies ahead for each of you. Thank you to each person for joining the class for this event. We will have more photos of this class and ceremony as they are available.
Here is a link to pictures from that night. Thank you Bobby-Tracey Kelley Welch!
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Thank you ShowMeTimes
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The excitement was contagious as classmates and staff cheered them on. Throughout the day, these students had the opportunity to take part in track and field events, showing their determination and school pride.
We are so proud of our students!!
Puxico R-8 School District and Puxico CEA are proud to recognize four outstanding educators and support professionals who represent the very best of our District. Their dedication, leadership, compassion, and commitment to students make a lasting difference in our schools every single day.
Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Staff Members of the Year:
🧡 Jessica Benson – Support Staff Member of the Year
Our school nurse who cares for students with patience, kindness, and a servant’s heart while helping keep our schools safe and healthy.
🖤 Chelsea Gillock – Elementary Teacher of the Year
A dedicated 3rd grade teacher who creates meaningful learning experiences and builds strong relationships with students and families.
🧡 Angel Watkins – Junior High Teacher of the Year
Our Junior High ELA teacher who challenges students to grow academically while making a positive impact far beyond the classroom.
🖤 Leslie Armstrong – High School Teacher of the Year
A respected High School ELA teacher whose passion for education, student support, and professionalism shines daily.
Thank you each for the countless hours, care, encouragement, and leadership you pour into Puxico R-8. Your influence reaches far beyond the classroom walls, and Indian Nation is better because of you.
Please help us congratulate these incredible staff members on this well-deserved recognition!
#PuxicoPride #GoPuxico #TeacherOfTheYear #StaffOfTheYear
This means she is among the best flute players across all the high schools in the state of Missouri. This is an incredible achievement!
Congratulations Kelley!
Kelley supports the whole district and is normally behind the camera capturing so many memories at each event for all of her school mates!
Today it was their turn to support her.
Good Luck Kelley!
We had the BEST Secret Readers today!
Our students were beyond excited to see real-life heroes come in, read with them, and even spend time playing together at recess. Moments like this make such a lasting impact!
We are SO proud of Landan, Jett, and Will for signing to play basketball at the college level! Your hard work, dedication, and character have truly paid off. You are incredible role models for our younger students, and we couldn’t be happier for you!
Our 2026 Prom King and Queen are Abby Cookson and Ben Melton!
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The district also swore in board members beginning their new terms: Randy Stephens, Bobby Harmon, and Steve Crisel. Following the oath of office, the board reorganized.
Board officers are as follows:
Randy Stephens, President
Steve Crisel, Vice President
Michael Clubb, Secretary
Brad Watkins, Treasurer
Board members:
April Burchard
Joe Hodges
Bobby Harmon
Puxico R-8 School District appreciates each board member’s willingness to serve the district, its staff, and its students.
We are so proud of our talented students and their teachers school wide. Congratulations to all!
Below are the ribbon earners for the Jr. High and High School.
Braylee Fowler 7th grade -1st place
Andrea Clark 9th grade- 1st place
Lilah Porter 9th grade- 2nd place
Jake Jackson 10th grade-1st place
Grant McMillian 11th grade- 1st place AND Best in Show!
Tyler Fortner 11th grade 3rd place
Dominick Allen 11th- Honorable mention
Cadence Rivet 12th grade-1st place
Cheyann Isaac 12th grade- 2nd place
Artwork will be on display in the old courthouse in Bloomfield during normal business hours all next week and 1st-3rd places will be showcased at the Margaret Harwell Museum in Poplar Bluff at the Regional Art Show on Tuesday, April 28th
From Puxico R8 Schools...
For tonight's baseball games in Neelyville, the junior high game will be played after the high school game (4:30 pm start time).
Students researched historical figures and teamed up with our 4th graders to create speeches and posters. They proudly presented their projects to the entire elementary school and then wowed our community with an evening performance!
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, confidence, and collaboration these students demonstrated. What an amazing learning experience!
A big THANK YOU to our 2nd grade teachers for creating such a meaningful and engaging opportunity for our students. 👏
Great job, everyone!
This program teaches our students important life skills, decision-making, and how to make safe and responsible choices. We couldn’t be more proud of the growth they have shown!
A big THANK YOU to Officer Jason and the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department for always supporting our kiddos and providing such a meaningful learning opportunity. We appreciate your investment in our students and our school!
Congratulations, 5th grade!
