That’s a wrap on National Jr. Beta in Nashville. We are proud of Julian for running. She will get to spend the year representing the great State of Missouri in Jr. Beta, her campaign at the National level did not earn her a National title.
Congratulations to our Campaign Skit for winning 3rd in the Nation. It was fantastic!!!!
We are proud of all the Missouri Betas at the National level and THREE Stoddard County Schools placed in the campaign skit categories! Job well done!!!
Congratulations to our Campaign Skit for winning 3rd in the Nation. It was fantastic!!!!
We are proud of all the Missouri Betas at the National level and THREE Stoddard County Schools placed in the campaign skit categories! Job well done!!!
Hello!
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
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
June 30th marks the end of an incredible chapter at Puxico R-8 as we celebrate Darla Crain on her final day before retirement.
Darla isn’t just retiring from a job—she’s closing the book on a lifetime of service to the school she has always called home. After attending school right here in Puxico, she dedicated an amazing 38 years to serving our students, staff, and community with loyalty, hard work, and a caring heart.
So… if you happen to see Darla out and about tomorrow taking her sweet time, just know she isn’t skipping school… and she isn’t skipping work either. She plans to enjoy retirement!
One of today’s sweetest moments came when her grandson, Nox, stopped by with a big thumbs-up as family gathered to celebrate all she has accomplished. It was a perfect reminder that while Darla has impacted generations of Puxico students and staff, her greatest legacy is also found in the family she loves so dearly.
Congratulations, Darla! Thank you for your unwavering dedication, your friendship, and the countless ways you’ve helped make Puxico a better place for nearly four decades.
We are planning a retirement get together at the beginning of next school year for Darla, stay tuned for more details.
Enjoy every minute of this next adventure—you’ve certainly earned it! 🖤🧡
Darla isn’t just retiring from a job—she’s closing the book on a lifetime of service to the school she has always called home. After attending school right here in Puxico, she dedicated an amazing 38 years to serving our students, staff, and community with loyalty, hard work, and a caring heart.
So… if you happen to see Darla out and about tomorrow taking her sweet time, just know she isn’t skipping school… and she isn’t skipping work either. She plans to enjoy retirement!
One of today’s sweetest moments came when her grandson, Nox, stopped by with a big thumbs-up as family gathered to celebrate all she has accomplished. It was a perfect reminder that while Darla has impacted generations of Puxico students and staff, her greatest legacy is also found in the family she loves so dearly.
Congratulations, Darla! Thank you for your unwavering dedication, your friendship, and the countless ways you’ve helped make Puxico a better place for nearly four decades.
We are planning a retirement get together at the beginning of next school year for Darla, stay tuned for more details.
Enjoy every minute of this next adventure—you’ve certainly earned it! 🖤🧡
Summer school is over and looking back over the year, none of this would be possible without an amazing group of people at the high school. Thank you isn't enough; we appreciate each of you more than you know!
Our second graders learned an important lesson about being part of a community—when we belong to a community, we help take care of one another! ❤️
Students collected food and canned goods to donate to our town’s Blessing Box. The highlight of the day was taking a walk to the Blessing Box and filling it with donations that will help local families in need.
We are so proud of our students for showing kindness, generosity, and compassion. These young citizens are learning that even small acts of service can make a big difference in the lives of others.
Way to go, second grade! We are proud of the caring hearts you have for your community.
Students collected food and canned goods to donate to our town’s Blessing Box. The highlight of the day was taking a walk to the Blessing Box and filling it with donations that will help local families in need.
We are so proud of our students for showing kindness, generosity, and compassion. These young citizens are learning that even small acts of service can make a big difference in the lives of others.
Way to go, second grade! We are proud of the caring hearts you have for your community.
In honor of Flag Day, our students spent time learning about the American flag, the sacrifices made by our veterans, and the importance of showing respect and gratitude for those who have served our country.
As part of this special learning experience, we partnered with the Quilts of Valor organization to create patriotic quilt squares. Students poured their creativity and patriotism into each design, knowing that their squares may one day become part of a beautiful quilt presented to a veteran or used to help raise funds to support this meaningful mission.
We are proud of our students for learning the value of service, patriotism, and honoring those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. ❤️🤍💙
Thank you to everyone who helps keep the spirit of gratitude and patriotism alive in our community!
As part of this special learning experience, we partnered with the Quilts of Valor organization to create patriotic quilt squares. Students poured their creativity and patriotism into each design, knowing that their squares may one day become part of a beautiful quilt presented to a veteran or used to help raise funds to support this meaningful mission.
We are proud of our students for learning the value of service, patriotism, and honoring those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. ❤️🤍💙
Thank you to everyone who helps keep the spirit of gratitude and patriotism alive in our community!
A huge thank you to Dexter Twin Cinema for hosting our students with a day full of fun and memories! The whole experience was comfortable and ran so smoothly 🍿🎬.
We did not take a lot of pictures because we were too busy having so much fun! Students had a blast watching a movie on the big screen and then enjoyed a picnic lunch at the park with their friends. It was the perfect way to spend the day—filled with laughter, sunshine, and so much fun
We did not take a lot of pictures because we were too busy having so much fun! Students had a blast watching a movie on the big screen and then enjoyed a picnic lunch at the park with their friends. It was the perfect way to spend the day—filled with laughter, sunshine, and so much fun
Education is maximized when communities work together to create meaningful learning experiences for our children. 🧡🖤
Our students had the incredible opportunity to step back in time and experience Puxico’s rich history firsthand at the museum. Through a special skit, John Hickman, E.L. Hawks, Samantha Looney-Hawks, a page boy, and a townsperson brought the stories of two of Puxico’s most famous founders to life for our summer school students.
Students not only learned about the history of our town, but they also experienced how cloth was made using a real spinning wheel. They discovered the significance of the star throughout history and even created their own patriotic stars to take home.
What an awesome experience for our students to learn from these amazing individuals who generously shared their time, talents, and knowledge. We sure had a great time and hope everyone walked away with a deeper appreciation for Puxico’s rich heritage and learned something new about the community we proudly call home! 🧡🖤🧡
Thank you to everyone who helped make this memorable day possible.
Our students had the incredible opportunity to step back in time and experience Puxico’s rich history firsthand at the museum. Through a special skit, John Hickman, E.L. Hawks, Samantha Looney-Hawks, a page boy, and a townsperson brought the stories of two of Puxico’s most famous founders to life for our summer school students.
Students not only learned about the history of our town, but they also experienced how cloth was made using a real spinning wheel. They discovered the significance of the star throughout history and even created their own patriotic stars to take home.
What an awesome experience for our students to learn from these amazing individuals who generously shared their time, talents, and knowledge. We sure had a great time and hope everyone walked away with a deeper appreciation for Puxico’s rich heritage and learned something new about the community we proudly call home! 🧡🖤🧡
Thank you to everyone who helped make this memorable day possible.
Happy Flag Day!
Today, we had a special visitor, Mrs. McGill, who came to share her love of our nation’s flag with our students. In honor of flag day (yesterday) She read The Flag Keeper and taught us about the history of the American flag and proper flag etiquette.
Our students enjoyed learning about the importance and meaning behind the stars and stripes. To make the day even more memorable, each student received their own flag to proudly display at home!
Thank you to Mrs. McGill for taking the time to educate and inspire our students about this special day.
Today, we had a special visitor, Mrs. McGill, who came to share her love of our nation’s flag with our students. In honor of flag day (yesterday) She read The Flag Keeper and taught us about the history of the American flag and proper flag etiquette.
Our students enjoyed learning about the importance and meaning behind the stars and stripes. To make the day even more memorable, each student received their own flag to proudly display at home!
Thank you to Mrs. McGill for taking the time to educate and inspire our students about this special day.
Deadline for submissions is July 25, 2026. Please contact Ray Margaret Binford for more information.
Today, our students had the privilege of listening to Mr. (Coach)Ron Clinton, a former Puxico teacher, share his knowledge about the rich history of Puxico Homecoming. They learned that our beloved Homecoming tradition is about so much more than goat burgers, square dancing and carnival rides.🧡🖤
Mr. Clinton brought Puxico’s past to life by sharing stories of Indian Basketball and the traditions, dedication, and pride that have shaped our community over the years. 🏀
It was truly awesome hearing these stories and learning more about the history that makes Puxico such a special place. Thank you, Mr. Clinton, for investing in our students and helping them appreciate the legacy and traditions of Puxico.
Once an Indian, always an Indian
Mr. Clinton brought Puxico’s past to life by sharing stories of Indian Basketball and the traditions, dedication, and pride that have shaped our community over the years. 🏀
It was truly awesome hearing these stories and learning more about the history that makes Puxico such a special place. Thank you, Mr. Clinton, for investing in our students and helping them appreciate the legacy and traditions of Puxico.
Once an Indian, always an Indian
Tribe Time Summer Camp was so much fun today! 💃🕺
Our students learned how to square dance and had an absolute blast showing off their moves. The best part? They’ll be able to put their awesome new talents to work during Puxico Homecoming!
Look out, Puxico… your future dancers are coming! We can’t wait to see these Indians take the floor and keep this special tradition alive. 🖤🧡
Our students learned how to square dance and had an absolute blast showing off their moves. The best part? They’ll be able to put their awesome new talents to work during Puxico Homecoming!
Look out, Puxico… your future dancers are coming! We can’t wait to see these Indians take the floor and keep this special tradition alive. 🖤🧡
Students had a blast today working with 4-H to create lemon batteries! 🍋⚡
Students learned the importance of following directions, problem-solving, and applying what they learned as they built their own batteries using lemons, pennies, tinfoil, and paper clips. It was exciting to see science come to life through this hands-on experiment!
A big thank you to 4-H for providing such a fun and engaging learning experience. Our students loved exploring how everyday items can be used to create electricity!
Students learned the importance of following directions, problem-solving, and applying what they learned as they built their own batteries using lemons, pennies, tinfoil, and paper clips. It was exciting to see science come to life through this hands-on experiment!
A big thank you to 4-H for providing such a fun and engaging learning experience. Our students loved exploring how everyday items can be used to create electricity!
We are so proud of our littlest Indians at Tribe Time Summer Camp!🧡🖤
These amazing students have been working hard every day learning how to do school. From following directions and routines to sharing, cooperating, and working together with friends, they have shown tremendous growth in just a short time.
Kindergarten is about so much more than learning letters and numbers—it’s about building confidence, independence, and a love for learning. Watching these young learners rise to challenges, encourage one another, and celebrate their successes has been a joy.
Thank you to our amazing teachers that have poured into these kiddos
These amazing students have been working hard every day learning how to do school. From following directions and routines to sharing, cooperating, and working together with friends, they have shown tremendous growth in just a short time.
Kindergarten is about so much more than learning letters and numbers—it’s about building confidence, independence, and a love for learning. Watching these young learners rise to challenges, encourage one another, and celebrate their successes has been a joy.
Thank you to our amazing teachers that have poured into these kiddos
Our students love giving back to our community and learning what it means to be productive, caring citizens! ❤️
This week, we talked about how good citizens take care of others and find ways to brighten someone’s day. Students wrote thoughtful letters and cards for the residents at our local nursing home and then had the opportunity to visit and share them in person.
The smiles, conversations, and kindness shared made for a truly special day. We had a blast visiting with the residents and helping brighten their day while creating memories of our own. We are so proud of our students for showing compassion, respect, and community spirit! 🧡🖤
This week, we talked about how good citizens take care of others and find ways to brighten someone’s day. Students wrote thoughtful letters and cards for the residents at our local nursing home and then had the opportunity to visit and share them in person.
The smiles, conversations, and kindness shared made for a truly special day. We had a blast visiting with the residents and helping brighten their day while creating memories of our own. We are so proud of our students for showing compassion, respect, and community spirit! 🧡🖤
Mrs. Victoria with the 4-H Youth Program visited some of our students today for an exciting STEM activity! 🚗🎈
Students learned how to engineer and build their own balloon-powered cars. They had so much fun experimenting, testing their designs, and discovering how small changes could help their cars travel farther and faster.
Hands-on learning like this encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Thank you, Mrs. Victoria and 4-H, for providing such a fun and engaging experience for our students!
Students learned how to engineer and build their own balloon-powered cars. They had so much fun experimenting, testing their designs, and discovering how small changes could help their cars travel farther and faster.
Hands-on learning like this encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Thank you, Mrs. Victoria and 4-H, for providing such a fun and engaging experience for our students!
A big thank you to the Stoddard County Police Department for sharing Officer Cowell with us today!
Officer Cowell spent time with our students discussing important topics that help keep them safe and successful. Our K-2 students learned about getting along with others, making good choices, and how to recognize unsafe situations. Students in grades 3-8 participated in valuable lessons about social media awareness and cell phone safety.
We are grateful for community partners like Officer Cowell who take the time to educate, encourage, and invest in our students.
Thank you for helping us build a safer and stronger future for our kids!
Officer Cowell spent time with our students discussing important topics that help keep them safe and successful. Our K-2 students learned about getting along with others, making good choices, and how to recognize unsafe situations. Students in grades 3-8 participated in valuable lessons about social media awareness and cell phone safety.
We are grateful for community partners like Officer Cowell who take the time to educate, encourage, and invest in our students.
Thank you for helping us build a safer and stronger future for our kids!
🥣🍓 Yogurt Parfait Day in 3rd Grade cooking class🍌🫐
Today our third graders learned how to make a healthy layered dessert—yogurt parfaits! Students practiced following directions, reading a recipe, measuring ingredients, and creating colorful layers of yogurt and fruit.
Not only are parfaits delicious, but they are also a great option for a quick breakfast or a sweet treat. The best part was getting to enjoy their tasty creations at the end!
Learning is always more fun when it includes a yummy snack!
Today our third graders learned how to make a healthy layered dessert—yogurt parfaits! Students practiced following directions, reading a recipe, measuring ingredients, and creating colorful layers of yogurt and fruit.
Not only are parfaits delicious, but they are also a great option for a quick breakfast or a sweet treat. The best part was getting to enjoy their tasty creations at the end!
Learning is always more fun when it includes a yummy snack!
Our First Grade Entomologists had a blast today!
As part of their study of insects, students created their very own anthill snacks. They had so much fun learning about ants while making a tasty treat inspired by the tiny creatures they’ve been studying.
Hands-on learning helps bring lessons to life, and our first graders were excited to combine science, creativity, and a yummy snack all in one activity!
What a fun day to be an Indian!
As part of their study of insects, students created their very own anthill snacks. They had so much fun learning about ants while making a tasty treat inspired by the tiny creatures they’ve been studying.
Hands-on learning helps bring lessons to life, and our first graders were excited to combine science, creativity, and a yummy snack all in one activity!
What a fun day to be an Indian!
🏘️🧡 2nd Grade students had a blast learning about the buildings and businesses that make Puxico such a special place!
After discussing important locations throughout our community, students worked together to create a giant drawing of our very own town.
From local businesses to community landmarks, their creativity and teamwork were on full display.
What a wonderful way to learn about community, citizenship, and hometown pride!
What a great day to be an Indian!
After discussing important locations throughout our community, students worked together to create a giant drawing of our very own town.
From local businesses to community landmarks, their creativity and teamwork were on full display.
What a wonderful way to learn about community, citizenship, and hometown pride!
What a great day to be an Indian!
